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May 12, 2013

Testing Drugstore BB Creams

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When the warmer months come around, the last thing you want is to wear a face full of heavy foundation. BB creams are a great alternative as they offer lighter wear, but buildable coverage. But with so many on the market right now, it can be a bit daunting to find the best products out there.

So, a few of the editors at MSN.ca decided to test drive some drugstore BB creams. 

Here are our findings:

 

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April 07, 2013

Test Drive: Rowenta Beauty's Versa Style

Rowenta Beauty Versa Style
Rowenta Beauty Versa Style

We women tend to always want what we don't have -- especially when it comes to hair. While I long for big, voluminous curls, my curly-haired friends envy my pin-straight locks. 

And though we can't exactly change our hair permanently, we can manipulate it with styling tools. The only problem? It can get costly to invest in, especially when we require different tools for different hairstyles. 

That's where Rowenta Beauty's Versa Style comes in handy. This all-in-one styling tool allows you to create several different hair looks; from sleek and straight, to big bouncy curls and everything in between. 

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March 09, 2013

Sephora Launches BECCA Cosmetics Exclusively in Canada

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I love trying out new beauty products and brands, so when I heard that BECCA Cosmetics (a line loved by Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyonce and Kate Moss, to name a few) was launching in Canada exclusively at Sephora, I was super excited to check it out.

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March 05, 2013

Get The Look: Jennifer Lawrence's Oscar Mani + Giveaway!

Jennifer Lawrence Nail
It's been a week after Jennifer Lawrence's Oscar win, and I'm still obsessing over her stunning red carpet look

And while it may be difficult to snag her haute couture gown, J.Law's winning nail look won't put a dent in your wallet.

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May 07, 2012

How To: DIY Ombre Nails

 

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Nail art is everywhere these days! And we here at MSN have definitely jumped on the bandwagon. Check out this ombre stain nail look I tried recently:

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April 20, 2012

We Tried It: Live Clean Professional

 

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When Earth Day comes around each year, I start thinking about the ways I can make a small change to be kinder to the planet. In the past, I’ve resolved to stop using plastic water bottles and to not salt my driveway in the winter. But when samples of the new Live Clean Professional line came across my desk recently, I began thinking that the change for this year could be an easier one - and prettier too!

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March 28, 2012

We Tried It: Simple’s Skin Care Line

Who doesn’t love what the UK has to offer? Kate Middleton, Harrods, Links of London, Hunter boots, Topshop … need we go on? And now the next new export from across the pond that we’re lusting after: Simple.

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March 23, 2012

Smoky Eyes in Seconds - Seriously!

GOSH Cosmetics' Smokey Eye Palette
Do you look at pictures of celebrities with their flawless makeup and gorgeous smoky eye looks and wish you could recreate them? I do. And I’ve tried time and time again to create the perfect smoky eye.

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October 28, 2011

Guest Blog: I Tried It: Zax's Original Bruise Cream

Confession time: I am a klutz. As a child, it’s cute; as a teenager, it’s a phase; but as an adult, it’s embarrassing. And more importantly, it’s a hazard to my health and wardrobe!

On any given day it’s a safe bet that I will spill something, knock something over, drop something or bump into something. (If you’re thinking I should have my eye sight and depth perception checked, trust me I have.)

It’s the bumping into things that’s the worst because, in addition to being klutzy, I bruise like a peach. So you can imagine my delight when offered a chance to try out Zax’s Original Bruise Cream

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April 27, 2011

Would You Buy Your Wedding Dress Online? I Did

I remember finding my dream wedding dress and not being able to stomach the $3000 price tag. It may not seem like a lot of money to some people, but as a newly engaged and broke University grad, $3000 was almost the price of my last tuition bill. With a wedding to pay for, honeymoon costs looming and the possibility of buying our first home – I just couldn’t do it. So I decided to get a little creative and find a good compromise. Once you get your heart set on a dress and a style, it’s hard to get that idea out of your head. So what did I do?

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Laura Lanktree Laura Lanktree

Laura is a writer, videographer, director, and lover of all things fashion and beauty. When she isn't busy blogging for styleswept.ca, the former flare.com editor runs her own multi-media company, LLchemy...

Joanna SinclairJoanna Sinclair

Joanna is an editor for MSN Lifestyle. Growing up she dreamed of becoming a fashion designer, but chose journalism instead. Luckily for her, she can mix writing with fashion for the best of both worlds.

Carmen CheungCarmen Cheung

Carmen, an editor for MSN Lifestyle, can, in short, be described as a travel-craving, food-loving purse and shoe admirer and collector (too many pairs to count!). You can find her out and about, planning her next adventure, while ooh-ing and ah-ing over shoes, purses, scarves and other pretty things.

Madelyn ChungMadelyn Chung

Madelyn Chung is a Lifestyle Editor at MSN.ca. She is a fashion, beauty and pop culture junkie, and a hopeless shopaholic. You can find her reading up on the latest fashion and celebrity gossip, live-tweeting during TV shows, and obsessing over anything Alexander McQueen and Chanel.

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