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Every week our Beauty Fix columnist takes on your questions about makeup, skincare, hair and more. Have a beauty question we haven’t answered? Email us at beautyfix@fashionmagazine.com.

What exactly is a toning shampoo and what is it used for?
Toner is generally applied to hair that has been bleached in order to bring the colour down to the desired shade. A toning shampoo performs the function of a toner in a shampoo step to refresh and correct the tone of hair that has been succumbed to an undesired shade shift. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Colour Renew Tone Correcting Shampoo ($14, well.ca) works to tone hair colour by absorbing UV light and emitting white-blue light so that brassy tones are eliminated and your hair is returned to its former salon-fresh shade in as little as three washes.

How do I protect my hair from overexposure in the sun and keep it healthy?
Our overall efforts related to a healthy life usually incorporate intense hydration and sun protection—hair is no exception to these efforts. Keep hair hydrated with moisturizing hair masques and be sure to protect hair when in the sun either by donning a hat or using products that contain sun filters in their formulations. If you want to rewind the clock, treat your hair as you would for your face and make sure you’re treating hair to beneficial ingredients! Schwarzkopf BC Hair Therapy Time Restore Rejuvenating Spray ($18, at salons) is a leave-in spray that contains coenzyme Q10, a well-known anti-aging mainstay, which stimulates production of two keratin types that usually slow down in natural production over time. This spray will help hair remain shiny, voluminous and healthy.

The notion that small changes can make a huge impact couldn’t be truer for your beauty routine. With Earth Day right around the corner, now’s the time to make a switch to products that are just as good for your body as they are for the planet. From biodegradable nail polish remover to paraben-free moisturizers and makeup, we’ve rounded up 10 planet and people-friendly products that can easily take the place of something you’re already using.

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I’m trying to live as “green” as possible, which includes ditching my usual shower products for more eco-friendly options. Is there a body wash that is natural and will moisturize my dry skin through the winter? Soap to cleanse your body needs only to be simple—those scented like “strawberries and cream” or “chocolate soufflé” are […]

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Now, onto our ginger-haired photo editor extraordinaire, Nicole Stafford! Inside her creamy pink See by Chloé bag, you’ll find an oregano-scented sanitzer, brighter-than-bright lipstick and a whole lot of cab receipts.

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We’re so conditioned to think of soap in terms of categorical uses that it’s difficult to wrap your head around one that can clean anything. But that’s the beauty of castile soap—a 100 per cent natural cleanser made with olive, coconut and jojoba oils—capable of effectively cleaning bodies, floors, laundry. Not only will this litre […]

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It’s hard to advocate for a pared-down summer routine when we’re tempted with all sorts of beauty treats. We round up our favourite scrubs, brightly-coloured shadows, stunning palettes, juicy nail shades and more in our Summer Beauty Guide. Click the images below to get started and then check back Tuesday, May 18 for the launch […]

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