Beauty

I’ve interviewed enough beauty experts over the past few years to learn a handful of tried and true do’s and don’ts—for example: don’t pop your pimples, do wear sunscreen daily, don’t bleach your hair at-home…the list goes on. But cutting your bangs at home? That’s where a divide occurs, because it truly depends on who

Confession: As much as I wanted to define myself as a chill, zen-like bride-to-be, there was something about my looming engagement photos in New Mexico that sent me into a certifiable tailspin. The week before, I found myself researching (and booking) a flurry of services that I’d previously never considered. We’ll now refer to this

I don’t know about you, but I’ve exhausted my warm weather wardrobe. Everyone and their dog has seen me gallivant the streets of Toronto in the same short linen suit for months on end and it’s officially time to retire it. I miss pumpkin-flavoured everything, I miss straws (unrelated) but most of all I miss

VALERY HACHEGetty Images While just two percent of the world’s population is born with red hair (including baby Archie according to mom, Meghan Markle), you don’t need a ginger gene to pull off the super-rare shade. “The key to achieving the most natural red hair is sticking within the copper or copper-gold family,” explains Matrix

(Photos: Getty Images) What will almost seven years living in Toronto do to you, besides basically inoculate you to cold weather? If we take Meghan Markle as a case study, living north of the border serves as a gateway into the wonderful world of Canadian clothing brands. The Duchess of Sussex shot Suits in the city for

It’s the most wasteful time of the year! Seriously though, have you ever taken a minute to just think about the sheer amount of garbage that’s produced during the holiday season? From the gift wrap and bags we use to the ridiculous amount of packaging within the gifts we buy, the amount of trash produced during

The holidays are right around the corner and, TBH, it’s never too early to start making a list, envisioning a bomb-ass wrapping-paper scheme or getting ahead of a crowded mall situation. Yet despite enough careful planning and parking-lot tactics, even the most seasoned gifter can often feel stumped by that one individual who’s impossible to

Matt WinkelmeyerGetty Images When FX’s Pose first premiered in 2018, it changed Mj Rodriguez’s life. The television show, which follows the underground ballroom scene of ’80s and ’90s New York City, was immediately met with praise, not only for the subject matter and the performances, but for featuring the largest cast of trans actors ever

(Photo: iStock) Curls are a true gift from the hair gods, but that coveted bounce and perfect definition aren’t a #wokeuplikethis style. Yep, glorious curly hair makes you work for it. Another thing: We’re not just dealing with one big textured category. Curls are broken down into three main groups—wavy, curly and coily—referred to as

ICYMI, it’s time to drop the sugar scrubs (on your face, at least). When it comes to exfoliation, dermatologists are ushering abrasive scrubs out the door and turning to chemical exfoliators to gently slough away dead skin cells, product buildup, and pore-clogging sebum. Their ingredient of choice? Glycolic acid. If you flinched when you read

Even with the stress of the holidays and trying to find the *perfect* thing for everyone you love, when it comes down to it, the process of actually giving a gift is pretty great. What’s better than watching someone’s face light up when they open something you carefully selected just for them? Honestly very little,

The grind doesn’t stop for the dewy masterminds over at Glossier, which launched its first ever eyeliner pen today. As a recent eyeliner convert, I was intrigued when the pink pouch landed on my desk. Eyeliner always scared me: Drawing a perfect, sharp wing is daunting enough, but getting them to match? Terrifying. Eventually I

Do you want to give your BFF a gift that makes them light up like a Christmas tree? But do you also *not* want to blow your entire pay cheque on them (even though they are 1000% worth it)? A beauty gift set with major value will not disappoint—your friend or your wallet. Bundles of

When Hedi Slimane was announced as the new creative director of Celine nearly two years ago, there was no shortage of speculation. Would the beloved Celine of Phoebe Philo fame be no more? Would #newceline be nothing but a reimagining of the #oldsaintlaurent? And for olfactory enthusiasts: Would there finally be a fragrance? (With the

Halloween is dunzo, it’s already snowing in many parts of the country and, if you listen closely, Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” can be heard faintly in corners of every office across the nation. Which, per the lyrics of that iconic song, means it’s time to start planning the perfect holiday

BoxyCharm BoxyCharm knows being tied down isn’t fun. That’s why it gives subscribers different levels and add-ons to choose from. BoxyCharm is the basic membership, but if you’re looking for more premium and “luxe” skincare and makeup brands, you can upgrade to BoxyCharm Premium or BoxyLuxe. No matter what level you choose, each box comes

(Photo: iStock) As far as the beauty industry is concerned, the last couple of years may end up going down in history as one of the most transformational times in makeup history—period. Since the revolution unofficially kicked off in September 2017 with the launch of Fenty Beauty and the brand’s 40 shades of Pro Filt’r

Dominique CharriauGetty Images Lili Reinhart stars as Queen Bee Betty Cooper in The CW’s addictive teen drama Riverdale and hit the strip club alongside Jennifer Lopez, Constance Wu and Keke Palmer in September’s Hustlers film. She’s also preparing to release her first-ever poetry book titled Swimming Lessons next spring. But Reinhart’s plate is about to

Instagram/@ninadobrev When it comes to Halloween, hair can make or break any costume—or it can be a costume in itself. If you love the thrill of a last-minute DIY Halloween get-up, there are a wealth of simple hairstyles you can create, no hair salon or tears required. All you need is a ponytail. Inspired by

Every iteration of The Joker since the Clown Prince of Crime was first introduced onscreen in 1966 has told a different story. Cesar Romero’s Joker in the 1966 live-action series Batman was a laid-back goofball that skipped around Gotham in sinister glee; Jack Nicholson presented Joker as an erratic, wounded soul in 1989. With just

(Photo: COVERGIRL) This has been Lili Reinhart’s year. The actor—who is best known for her role as Betty Cooper on the CW show Riverdale—currently stars in one of the biggest movies of the year, Hustlers (you may have heard of it?) and recently revealed that she will be releasing a book of poetry, called Swimming Lessons,

Birkenstock (yes, that Birkenstock) has launched a skincare line centered around cork oak extract, the same material used in the insoles of their famous slides. First launched in Europe last year, Birkenstock Natural Skincare may seem like an odd venture, but in reality, makes total sense for the brand. Besides padding orthopedic footbeds, cork oak

(Photo: Getty Images) When Hailey Bieber (née Baldwin) walked the 2019 Met Gala red carpet, it was a moment. The exposed, bronzed and ultra-toned back, the crystal-encrusted Wang “whale tale” and the perfect cat eye all made for an iconic Mrs. Bieber style story. But it was her sleek, high ponytail, flipped out to perfection

You may know know Justine Skye for a few things. Great music. Impeccable style. Covetable bling. But, we’re obsessed with the singer’s flawless skin. From her Tumblr origins to the spotlight, Skye has always put her best face forward. In this episode of Waking Up With, she shares her (affordable!) secret to clear skin, the