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How many times have you heard the term “golden glow” used in reference to spring and summer beauty? Too many, we’re sure. Luckily for you, the look we’re suggesting you try out this season is less of a golden glow and more of, well, smearing as much gold as possible onto your face. Hear us out. […]

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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 or ask away in the comments below. What can I use to keep my oily skin matte and give my skin a bit of coverage? It’s one thing […]

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Despite what you may think, makeup brushes are not reserved for the pros and the Kardashians. While the trend du jour may be a quick, easy application using your fingers, some looks require a brush to get your makeup just right. These backbones of your beauty bag will allow you to create everything from a […]

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We’ve all mastered a routine that takes our makeup from the office to after-work drinks. A swipe of bright lipstick or an extra smudge of liner on the cab ride over to the restaurant usually does the trick, right? Well, sure, but eyelashes always get left behind in the process. After your mascara-coated lashes dry in […]

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Well, the holidays are over and a bleak two (three, five?) months of winter are upon us. Although spring is still weeks away, you can fake a bright and cheery (out)look until warmer weather hits. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to debut lighter, more romantic makeup. While a dramatic cat eye and bright red […]

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See our top highlighter and illuminator picks » I’ve been thinking about Jennifer Lopez‘s face a lot lately. I realize this is a weird thing to admit, but it’s true. Last week, I saw the below photo of J.Lo at a Golden Globes after party, and I can’t get it out of my head. More […]

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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 or ask away in the comments below. How can I liven up my usual eyeliner look for the holidays? Whether it’s a family occasion or you’re heading out to share […]

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See the top beauty trends for Fall 2014 » Ready for fall? Your makeup bag probably is. Gone are the days of the pastel shadows and orange lipsticks that became your staples in the spring. This season is the perfect time to experiment with pigmented liquid liners and rich-hued shadows instead. Fall 2014 beauty trends are all about extremes: either […]

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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 are the benefits of opting for body oil instead of a lotion or cream?
Even if you lotion up immediately after showering, it’s often trumped as soon as you go outside by the bitter wind and cold, leaving you with skin that feels uncomfortably tight. Fresh Life Body Oil ($56, sephora.ca) works below the surface, hydrating skin deeply all thanks to its blend of nourishing oils, including sweet almond, jojoba seed, apricot kernel, sunflower seed and evening primrose oil. These oils work together to soothe, protect, renew and moisturize your skin while improving elasticity. Body oils also absorb best when applied to slightly damp skin, making it the perfect complement to your straight-out-of-the-shower beauty routine. The bonus to this body oil is definitely the fragrance, which has notes of bergamot, grapefruit, silk amber, vanilla grass and lilac leaves, making it warm yet fresh, lingering through the day.

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.

I have mature skin and primers dry out my eyelids a little too much. What do I do if I’m still concerned about my shadow creasing?
As we mature, concerns change from preventing oily eyelids to doing whatever possible to keep our lids from drying out. Thankfully, not all primers are created equal and there is indeed a way to prep your eyelids, keep them hydrated and also tackle any fine lines that may have formed over time. Urban Decay, a brand that’s practically synonymous with eye primers, has created Anti-aging Eyeshadow Primer Potion ($28, sephora.ca), and it’s just what dry lids need. With continued use, the formulation reduces signs of aging and smoothes the skin’s surface thanks to brown algae extract that increases the skin’s hydro-lipidic barrier. At the same time, a peptide and ceramide blend repairs age-related skin damage. Blending a dot of this primer over your lids prior to shadow application will have your makeup crease-free for 24 hours.

See all the Christmas luxury gift ideas »

Finding the perfect Christmas luxury gifts for the ornamental men and women in your life can be complicated. Fear not, we’ve compiled a list of 32 ideal Christmas luxury gifts for the extraordinary person in your life.

If lipstick is the gateway to the runway, then impress the lady in your life, with the limited edition Marc Jacobs Beauty holiday set featuring 13 Lovemarc Lip Gels encased in a luxe lacquer box. Or how about boosting your best pal with a shiny new Nespresso Espresso Machine? Surely everyone will need a hit of caffeine after the holiday rush.

Backpacks are back and bigger than ever this season; thrill the It girl in your life with a covetable and ultra chic Kenzo backpack. For the particularly fashion minded: Grab her a classic black Alexander McQueen scarf complete with Schiap-coloured (read: hot pink!) skull scarf. Perhaps the luxury Christmas gift lover on your list is more of a technology lover, and with that, a shiny new HP Chromebook with a Nexus 5 smart phone to match.

See all the backstage beauty details from Jason Wu Fall 2013 »

If you’re looking to add a little drama to your beauty look, purple is certainly the way to go. While the Jason Wu Fall 2013 collection was primarily black and white, the runway was given a burst of colour in the form of an exaggerated violet cat-eye that anchored every look. The bold colour choice was taken from Wu’s finale dress. To get the look, makeup artist Diane Kendal applied purple eye pencil, indigo shadow and shimmering lilac pigment, blending the edges as she went. Several coats of black mascara added definition while a subtle lip balm and velvet skin ensured the rest of the look was soft—keeping the eyes as the focus point of it all.