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Did you know that even though we get our mushrooms in the veggie section of the supermarket, they are actually in the same superregnum as animals, meaning they are not plants, but organisms? These popular edible organisms contain highly nutritious values, plus unique health benefits, so it’s no surprise that fungi is foraging its way into more than just our lunch salads. The benefits of mushroom extract are plentiful, as it has a number of properties that make it an ideal ingredient in skin care.

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 or ask away in the comments below.

How can I curb shine without powdering repeatedly throughout the day?
There’s obviously an argument in favour of luminous skin in summer, but that usually means being in control of the areas that are radiant and glowing. If your rendition of “radiant and glowing” veers more towards “shiny mess,” then you probably should enlist the help of a product to reduce shine. Powdering your face is a bit high maintenance, and it’s also bound to lead to product build-up if you’re touching up throughout the day. Avoid that heavy look by misting your face with Face Atelier Ultra Matte ($40, faceatelier.com) instead. It can be used before or after makeup to minimize shine. The formula contains silicones that are heat-, moisture-, and sebum-resistant, which eliminates shine while giving skin an optical blur effect that softens the appearance of fine lines and pores. This stuff is a must-have for brides!

Shop some of our favourite sunscreens for the season »

Newsflash: Sunscreen isn’t akin to a hazmat suit. But the power to defend yourself optimally is literally in your hands.

The rules for sunscreen have changed yet again. Yes, you still have to apply it, and not just in the summer or when there are no clouds. But Health Canada says it can no longer be called “sunblock”—it’s not denim, so some UV is getting through—or “waterproof.” (“Sunscreen” and “water-resistant” are allowed.) This will spare us from a false sense of security.

Ultra-fresh and luminous skin has been on our beauty trend radar for months. And, unless you are blessed by skin gods, makeup often plays a pretty significant role in achieving a sought-after healthy complexion. However, we can’t rely on makeup alone because we all know a good skin care regimen is the key to a healthy glow. While a morning facial cleanse is obviously an important part of a beauty regimen, a good nighttime skin care routine can help take the guesswork out of achieving bright skin in the a.m. Without the proper pre-slumber skin care routine, you can end up battling nightmares like breakouts, dark circles and puffy eyes—yikes!

Challenge 66: What is your go-to skin care regimen before you get your beauty sleep? See the answers now! »

Every week we take on your questions about makeup, skincare, hair and more and provide all the answers. This week it’s all about taking care of your skin and hair during the dry, chapped season that is winter. We share a new way of lathering up in the shower, have an itchy scalp remedy you’ll love and tell you how to stay hydrated despite the most temperamental office heating system. (If you’re shivering one minute and sweating the next, you know what we mean!) Have a question we haven’t answered? Email us at beautyfix@fashionmagazine.com.

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Every week we take on your questions about makeup, skincare, hair and more and provide all the answers. This week, Beauty Fix is looking forward to holiday travel season. Whether you’re heading somewhere sunny for a relaxing Christmas or worried about your beauty products taking up too much counter space at your in-laws’, we have tips and tricks to keep you looking your best when you’re on the go. Have a question we haven’t answered? Email us at beautyfix@fashionmagazine.com.

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See our top product picks to protect your skin this winter »

If there’s ever a time you’ll want to retain water, it’s winter. “As the temperature falls, the air’s ability to hold moisture tends to reduce, which creates dryness in the environment,” says Dr. Jaggi Rao, a dermatologist and associate clinical professor at the University of Alberta. In other words, your dewy summertime complexion is going to thirstily tense up and beg for a drink. Dr. Rao suggests applying a hydrating cream or serum on damp skin, as “it will seal whatever is there and retain that moisture.” Skin around the eyes, the thinnest on the body, also requires immediate attention, and not just because of its fragility. We make so many facial expressions in that area that “if the skin is already dry, you will enhance the microscopic breaks in it.” Remedy the situation by dipping deeply into some eye cream.

Ever feel like you’re caught in a beauty loop? It can be as simple as trying to cover up stained nails with more stain-causing nail polish (yikes!) or as long-term as knowing that the onset of fall also means the start of at least six months of dry skin. This week we’re all about helping you break out of these bad beauty cycles: our Beauty Fix answers include how to avoid messing up your foundation when applying a dark eye shadow, tips for addressing uneven skin tone and everything you need to know about proper exfoliation.

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The temperatures are kicking into high gear right about now, spelling out trouble for our beauty, skin and hair upkeep. Melting eyeliner, filmy skin, limp strands—as much as we love summer, it can definitely do a number on our looks. But with a long weekend on the horizon, the odds of hiding inside during a hot day are slim to none. Our advice: don’t fight it! Instead of sticking to your tried-and-true makeup routine (likely created during cooler times) break out new formulas and looks that work with the heat. Read on to discover a few of our favourite finds that will help you look like a beach bombshell and not a melting mess.

It’s no sweat! Check out our 10 picks »

It’s a cliché, yes, but age is just a number. To prove it, we’ve rounded up some of the most influential women in fashion and beauty and asked them about everything from how they celebrate birthdays to the products they swear by.

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Inès de la Fressange, 54 | Liu Wen, 24 | Olivia Giacobetti, 45 | Hanaa Ben Abdesslem, 22 | Jacqueline Bisset, 67 | Jenna Hipp, 30 | Linda Rodin, 65 | Gucci Westman, 41 | Rachel Roy, 38

A trip to the spa is always supposed to be relaxing (yes, there are even moments of zen during the most uncomfortable waxes!), but sometimes your pre-treatment peace of mind can get a little bogged down. From uncertainty about which services to choose to questions about spa etiquette, we’ve all been there—which is why Beauty Fix is tackling all your spa service queries this week.

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Beauty editor Sarah Daniel shares this month’s picks for hair, skin and fragrance, starting off with some mouthy lip glosses.

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