Sephora Brush Sets ~ #2014ChristmasGiftGuide #Review

Sephora is one of those stores that I have to go in every time I walk by it. They always have something new and interesting that I am always eager to see. What I like during this time of the year is that they have Sephora Favourites Sets that I always try to get each year. I am so glad Sephora came to Canada since they carry products you can’t get anywhere else. They carry great collection of brush sets for both home and/or travel use.

Annabelle TwistUp Lipsticks ~ #Review

Somedays I wish my lipstick would give me better control when I apply it on my lips.  I usually don't carry a lip brush with me because it is one extra thing to carry.  Usually I apply it on the go either on the bus or at work.  I need something I could do quick and easy because I hate to apply when people are around.  I am abit self conscious to have people see me with half of my lipstick on.

Christmas at The Body Shop ~ #2013ChristmasGiftGuide #Review #Giveaway

There are so many places I need to go for my holiday shopping.  I think each time I am at the mall I think I have to visit each store to see what they have to offer.  If you rewind about 20 years ago, before the kids, I would go on a shopping trip just me and my girlfriends and we would spend the whole day shopping until our feet ached.  The Body Shop was always on top of my list to visit and most of the time I would come out with an item or two because there are so many women in my life who love The Body Shop.

There are so many great gift ideas at The Body Shop including their collection Honeymania.  You can read how much I am raving about their body butter here.  I don't think I know anyone who does not like The Body Shop.  There is something for everyone including men.  I have purchased their men's aftershave and my brother absolutely loved it.

The chocomania mini cupcake $8 is a great stocking stuffer.  It includes 25g soap, 60ml shower cream, and a small loaf in a cupcake box.  This would be great little gift for the teacher or the babysitter.

The ginger sparkle limited time collection is back again.  This has a great scent of warm and spices.  The hand wash 240ml, $8 and lotion 240ml, $12 is a great combo as a hostess gift or a nice decro in the family bathroom.

You can't have Christmas without Cranberry Joy.  Another great collection that is back for the holidays. I think the Cranberry Joy shimmer lotion 250ml, $12 is a must have for this season.  It hydrates your skin and smells great.  There must be a code somewhere that we have to wear shimmer lotion during a Christmas party or a evening night in town.  The lotions makes your body vibrant and sexy.  I love how my skin shimmers in the light with this lotion.

A new collection called White Musk Smoky Rose will be launching in November 4.  Just in time for the holidays.  It has a nice floral scent that any women would love to have this season.

Check out the Special Edition, 4 step eye palette (plum or brown) $28 is a great stocking stuffer. It also comes with 2 mini brushes (flat & slanted) and directions which brush to use to give that smoky eye look every women desires. I doubt there are many cosmetics that come with a decent quality brush like this one. This is a great gift for all women of all ages who love makeup. I would love to have this in my stocking.

The Body Shop has a School Project they are working on that everyone should know. Their motto for the Holidays is “Give Joy to Every Body” and this Christmas they are giving back to the communities they trade with. $300,000 (CAD) from their gift sales around the world is going to build five new schools in Community Fair Trade areas. When you buy any one of their gorgeous gifts you will be helping to give children in India, Nepal, Honduras, and Ghana better access to an education for a brighter, happier future. For more information, please refer to our "Give Joy" dossier.  This is another good reason to shop at The Body Shop.

GIVEAWAY!

I am so excited to announce my friends that The Body Shop would like to offer one of my readers an assorted of items that is worth $100.  Your prize may differ from what I received.  Don't you just love me?


This giveaway will run from November 25th to December 23rd, 2013 (midnight EST).  Winner, You have 72 hours to reply.  You must be 18+ Open to Canadians only.  Good Luck!

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*Disclosure - The product in this review was provided to me free of cost for the purpose of conducting this review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation.

L'Occitane En Provence Fleur D'or & Acacia ~ #2013ChristmasGiftGuide & #Review

There is one hand cream I absolutely love and it is by L'Occitane.  There is one location that is a short walk from my husband's office and I told him to shop there if he was thinking of purchasing me a present.  I told him there are hand creams I would love to have from that store, and once he did finally remember and bought me one.  However that is a distance memory and hoping for another purchase from him.

As I wait for my husband to clue in how much I love L'Occitane.  I discovered that L'Occitane has launched a new collection, Fleur D'or & Acacia recently.  This collection is created by Karine Dubreuil, perfumer for L'Occitane, has a scent of musky floral.

The Body Shop Honeymania ~ #2013ChristmasGiftGuide & #Review

It is getting chilly outside and I am getting dry and dehydrated when I am indoors.  I have been eyeing on a particular body butter I can't wait to try.  I bet you have all heard that The Body Shop has a new collection out that has been all the rave from fellow bloggers.   I have to agree.  Honeymania is that good.

Cetaphil: DermaControl ~ #Review & #Giveaway

I could say my skin is the bane of my existence.  I have acne since I was in Grade 3 and from there on it never went away.  One time my mom did see a dermatologist about my skin condition back in the 80s and he was going to charge over $100 each month for the medication.  We never went through with it since we didn't have $100 to spare.  I have lived with my acne for years and even to this day I still do get the odd acne.  Things I know now, I wish I knew ages ago.  I think I should have been using Cetaphil...

Live Clean (Lovely Lips) Balm ~ #Review & #Giveaway

"Hello, my name is Cecilia and I have an addiction to lip balms".  There, I said it and I bet I am not the only one.  Every time I see one I have not tried or ones I do like, I am always purchasing one because of my addiction.  I am never without a lip balm within sight - all around the house, my bag, desk, and purse.  I have a huge collection because they are my obsession.  This time I am head over heals for the Live Clean (lovely lips) balm.

Oxygen Pur Serum ~ #giveaway winners

Winners to my Oxygen Pur Serum giveaway is

Michelle B.
and
Andrea A.

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My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Vichy Idealia, October 15th, CAN only

KaiJudo, October 12th, CAN only

Snackbox, October 10th, CAN only

Vitabath, October 7th, CAN/US only

Love Child, October 3rd, CAN only

Dudley Locker Mat, September 29, CAN only

Dream Tea Boutique, September 26, CAN/US only

Hallmark: Peanuts, September 24, CAN only

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Vichy Idealia Life Serum ~ #Review & #Giveaway

Wow!  Vichy is on a roll this year.  They had launched so many great products this year.  The idea for this new product is asking what if there is a skin care product that could reset the clock and give your skin a second chance.  I for one wished I used more sunscreen in the past and have a more balanced diet that could have kept my skin more healthy.  Well, this one should blow your mind because Vichy has launched a new product that believes it could do just that.  It is called IDEALIA Life Serum [LR2412+LHA].

Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil: Rosehip Scent ~ #Giveaway Winner

Winners to my Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil: Rosehip Scent giveaway is

Sydney D.
Vesper
Karine G.
Eleanor
Caryn S.
Tracy D.
Tasha W.
Sarah S.
Debbie W.
Valerie G.

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My other current giveaways (more coming soon!):
Oxygen Pur Seurm, September 19, CAN/US only

Montagne Jeuness masques, September 16, CAN Only

Katy's Corn Chips, September 8, CAN Only

Purex Plus Oxi, September 6, CAN Only

Vichy's Hyaluspot, September 1, CAN Only

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Camomile Make-up Removal Collection at The Body Shop ~ #Review

Looking for a new makeup remover that is tough on makeup but super soft on your skin?  Look no further.  The Body Shop has launched their new Camomile make up removal collection in store and online August 12, 2013.

The main ingredient is from the Community Fair Trade camomile oil from a family run co-operative in Norfolk, England that are grown without pesticides.

The collection: Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover ($16), Muslin Cloth ($8.50), Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter ($16), Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil ($16), and Waterproof Eye Make-up Remover ($16).