FASHION Magazine
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Food Waste Is Finding a Second Life in Your Beauty Products
The average Canadian throws out an estimated 170 kilograms of food a year, according to a report by the Commission for Environmental Cooperation. That’s the equivalent to letting a quarter of your groceries spoil. But it’s not just a problem at home. Waste happens all along the food supply chain, “from the farm all the […]
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How Skincare Ingredients Are Revolutionizing the Haircare Game Right Now
Not that long ago, your shampoo-selection process probably involved little more than a simple sniff test and perhaps the bottle’s claim of increased volume or moisture. But the massive interest in, and popularity of, skincare has heightened awareness about ingredients and the benefits they offer, resulting in savvy, highly informed shoppers who are now looking […]
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Beauty Fix: When to toss your razor, how to completely clear your lashes of mascara and a foolproof way for knowing when your makeup has expired
From almost-rusty razors to moisturizers you’ve had since university, we’re all guilty of doing whatever we can to get the most out of favourite products. The same sentiment can be said of a good blowout: you’ll do anything to make it last just one more day. But sometimes, for the sake of cleanliness, you just need to say goodbye. This week we have a foolproof trick for knowing when to pitch an old product, a razor that encourages you to keep sharp blades on hand and the best way to get a completely clean face at the end of the day.
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Beauty Fix: Soothe sensitive skin with an all-natural SPF, cure ingrown hairs at the cottage and say sayonara to your itchy scalp in the summertime
Odds are that if you’re someone who prefers crisp winter weather over sizzling summer nights, it’s because your body reacts less than favourably when temperatures rise. While some of us thrive in humidity, others resent it because sticky heat doesn’t just give “fresh, dewy skin”—it also causes an influx of sweat, oil and other unflattering issues. But don’t fret (or sweat!): Beauty Fix is here to help. From irritation brought on by sunscreen to keeping ingrown hairs at bay the natural way, we’re here to soothe your sensitive skin all summer long.
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My father, the skin-care guru
By Allyssia Alleyne
My father is the biggest skin-care nut I know. No, he’s not a dermatologist. And, no, he doesn’t work in the beauty industry. His obsession started when he tried a few of my mom’s products, and now his interest in them far surpasses hers. Amazed by the results, he wanted to see what else a little extra attention could do for his skin. I know mothers are typically the ones who teach their daughters about beauty, but it my was dad who taught me the value of a good toner, the zit-fighting power of toothpaste, and how wonderful it feels to steam your face over a sink of hot water (along with showing me how to scramble eggs and throw a punch). So, in honour of Father’s Day, here are five of my most-loved products that my dad introduced me to.
