Health & Beauty

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 …

Last night, Hollywood’s A-List hit the red carpet for the 22nd annual Critic’s Choice Awards, with appropriately glamorous beauty looks to suit the evening’s mood. Statement eyes, chic updos and glowing skin were all the rage on last night’s red carpet. From Lily Collins’ goth inspired glamour to Emma Stone’s …

Photo: beyou.byjoh on Instagram  While rhinestone-studded designs may occupy some space in your wardrobe, crystal lips are the latest innovation in the world of beauty. Although embellished, sparkling lips may bring a pop music video to mind, you don’t have to be Selena Gomez or Katy Perry to rock the look. …

There’s no doubt that the 90s are back, and with the return of this decade we also welcome the decade’s punk spirit. The fall 2016 runways included a number of tributes to the punk scene, and the beauty looks were no exception. Whether you’re ready to dive in by bleaching …

Photo: hellowafflecosmetics on Instagram  For beauty addicts who are bored of the classic cat eye, incorporating floating eyeliner into your makeup look may be a winning idea. This year, floating liner has made a splash in the world of beauty, and has earned its name from its placement high on the …

Photo: iStock  Essentially, your makeup is only as flawless as the tools you use to precisely apply the product. Whether you are creating a daring smokey eye or applying bronzer for a sun-kissed glow, there are specific sets of makeup brushes that are essential for beauty fanatics. Here are five sets …