Health & Beauty

Photo: guy_tang on Instagram  While it’s certainly one thing to rock blue or violet tresses, sporting flame-hued locks may be a more suitable choice for many beauty lovers. If you want to channel the beauty of the fiery phoenix, try taking your beauty cues from this mythical bird. Staying true to …

Photo: dianebeins on Instagram  While silver and gold are certainly metallic shades that reign supreme during the winter, rose gold nails are also the latest glimmering manicure of the season. As we prepare for holiday parties, the rose gold mani just may help you capture the sparkling spirit of Christmas. Photo: nataliesnaillounge …

In November, the annual Contessas took place at Toronto’s Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, and awarded outstanding talent in the world of Canadian beauty. This year, master hairstylist and salon owner Tony Ricci was officially titled Canadian Hairstylist of the Year. The seasoned hair professional, who was born in Italy and …

Photo: freshbeauty on Instagram Each year, as the temperature gets colder, the battle to achieve soft, moisturized skin begins. This struggle stems from the dry winter air that removes the thin layer of oil which allows moisture to seep into the skin, inevitably leading to dull skin. Luckily, there are …

Photo: naileditnz on Instagram  With the holiday season upon us, there’s no doubt that chocolate is everywhere to be seen. However, for those who are aiming to avoid the extra calories of seasonal treats, there may be a less fattening way to embrace the sweet stuff. As the latest beauty trend, …

Setting weight loss goals can be an extremely difficult task. You can try as many fad diets you like, but if you don’t have a healthy metabolism, you’re not going to make much progress. The good news is that you’re not totally stuck with your inherited genetic metabolism. There are …

Photo: beautylaunchpad on Instagram  As we approach the holidays, shimmer will no doubt be making a splash in beauty routines. After all, it’s hard to avoid the season’s metallic glow and frosty glitter, especially with Christmas in the air. However, the latest in sparkling holiday beauty does not focus on eye …

What It Is: The Phytoelixir Cleansing Cream is a highly concentrated cream that claims to gently cleanse hair while nourishing it. The product’s key ingredients are Narcissus Flower Wax, which is said to replenish and nourish, and Encapsulated Macadamia Oil, which helps to protect.  The Phytoelixir Cleansing Cream promises soft, …

Photo: Giorgio Armani Fall/Winter 2016 (Vogue Runway)  As the romance of the holiday season approaches, beauty gurus will quickly be swapping their flowing, effortless waves for ethereal, textured updos. Whether you’re heading out to a holiday dinner or attending your company Christmas party, there’s nothing quite like loose tendrils and …

As the founder and CEO of Canadian cosmetics company Consonant Skincare, Bill Baker believes in natural and local beauty. In fact, his Toronto-based skincare brand claims to offer 100 percent natural products which are also made in Canada. Baker launched Consonant in 2009, after his struggle with dry skin and …