Do you swear your skin’s beauty and wellness by essential oils? If yes, well how I’ve got the post for you today. If no, keep on reading During an event at The Bay in downtown Montreal, on my way out, I was stopped by a cosmetician named Ghyslaine, from the Decleor Institute counter. She gladly offered me a free facial as her last client had cancelled last minute. The timing was perfect for a fortnight before, I had had the very worst facial experience in my entire life. (READ MORE)
“Automn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower” – Albert Camus Ahh Albert, how you come up with the best lines to introduce my posts )) Autumn is beautiful indeed, as each season really. But there’s something about autumn that comes out of the bunch, something more beautiful than the leafs and flowers… YOU!! Take time for you this fall. It is the perfect season to indulge, I believe, in doing… well, nothing, but oh so pleasantly. Dolce farniente! (READ MORE)
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October 2011
Fun Times around the City: Lise Watier Launches ‘Opération Beauté’
September 30, 2011 marks the official launch for ‘Operation Beaute’ and we were at the Bay Downtown Montreal to experience the whole thing. It really gave a fun energy to the department store! The Lise Watier SWAT Team in their … (READ MORE)
We were recently invited to the launch of the Lomi-Atsu massage that arrived recently at Scandinave Les Bains in the Old Port. This new innovative concept was created by Noemie Gelinas who researched for years and even went to Hawaii to perfect this technique. (READ MORE)
“sweet lips!” I am a make-up artist…I have been in the field for the last 10 years but my love affair with beauty has been there as long as I can remember. Just being in the moment to help someone enhance their natural features is one of the best moments – therapeutic even! I am one with my brush and I start painting… That is when the magic happens! (READ MORE)
Beauty products I can’t go without – with some useful tips! I’m jumping right in… #1 – The MASCARA Mascaras give eyes that beautiful spark and instant awakening to your face even if it is the only thing you do to it. There’s no education there. The right mascara is one thing, however the application plays a very important role in the final results. Here are my favorites of the hour and a few tips. (READ MORE)
With French Canadian actress Sophie Prejean as their ambassador, skincare brandDermaGlow goes back to basics with the launch of their new line Essentials. It’s where Nature gives its best to bring out yours. On a day while the Montreal sky gradually darkened with a cloth of clouds and letting dispersed raindrops fall, some faces down below were getting the 411 on how to achieve glowing skin with the help of the new and upcoming skincare line Essentials by DermaGlow. (READ MORE)
M visits the Ovarium Spa to try out their new neuro-massage bed.
After a stressful beginning of summer, the idea of relaxing was a constant denominator. Thanks to probably my #1 news feeder, Twitter, I got word of flotation maven spa Ovarium’s (read our post about here) baby, the Neuro Massage bed. The name says it, it’s a bed on which your mind (and body too) gets a massage. (READ MORE)
A preview of new Guerlain perfume, Shalimar Parfum Initial.
CONTEST ALERT : SEE BELOW. Sensuality and voluptuousnes. The words that follow and wrap you around like an aura when its essence mingle with what nature already gave you. It may be a household name for our mothers or grandmothers may have worn its predecessor, Shalimar. (READ MORE)
Last week, June 21st in the soon the be relocated Planetarium of Montreal was held the launch for the Lise Watier 2011 Fall Collection called Equinox. I always like to find out what the creative process is behind everything! So i needed to find out what exactly was an equinox. (READ MORE)
After reading this article via a link posted by Organic Authority on Facebook, it got me thinking. What exactly am I eating? Where does my food really come from? Frankly, I thought it would be good to really analyze this matter. As I am still on my NOMU (click here to know what it is), I am more aware on what I put on my skin as I only use organic ingredients found in my food cabinet. (READ MORE)
After my #NOMU month, that extends until today, I am more aware and selective with the products I use on my body. It got me to look for natural, organic products. I have to admit that Gerardine did inspire me in taking the organic route in terms of beauty routine and product use. (READ MORE)
Last week I mentionned a few products that I fancy from Crabtree & Evelyn and I also said that I would share with you guys the basic products that I use on a daily basis. I have to be honest that I have tried products that have failed miserably! (READ MORE)
The raindrops are finding their way to thump on my window creating the soundtrack of this current posts. Nonetheless, it makes think of summer. I’m so excited by the upcoming season… I see many great things ahead, for myself, my health, my career, the blog… good times! (READ MORE)
I am obviously in a ‘stay at home’ mood these days! Well I must admit that I have been feeling a little bit under the weather thses days! So last night, I decided to go to bed early to recuperate! I wanted to do something different, kind of like a treatment, just to relax my body. I looked at my jacuzzi (that I use once a year) and thought it would be nice to jump in the hot water for a few minutes. (READ MORE)
For the past 17 days, I have not worn make-up. It all came about when I bumped into an acquaintance (let’s call her MB) who happens to not wear make-up at all. She washes her face with water and her skin looks fa-bu-lous. For years my mother’s been telling me to stop using products on my face and just wash it with lukewarm water and a clean washcloth. (READ MORE)
There is a product that I discovered recently that I want to share with you. As a make-up artist, I use for my contracts but I never really thought of using it on myself. As I am reading my last sentence, I am laughing because as a make-up artist, what better way to know your products then to try them on yourself!? Well I have the answer to that question, I dont truly like to try different things on my face but that’s besides the point. (READ MORE)
With several trips to the neighborhood pool, and the constant use of the flat iron, my already fragile hair takes more than its toll in a single month. You can only imagine the look of my hair products storage area. Most of it is of masks, leave-ins, conditioners – all for the sake of hydration. I’m always up to try out new products to get the hair result I want… (READ MORE)
The need of sustainable design is now becoming instictive in today’s world. Less impact on the environment is the goal. Following this state of mind comes new ways of designing. For the past months, I’ve been thinking about a new way of building which is currently now trending all over the world: Floating architecture. It is amazing what today’s architects come up with in terms of building on water. (READ MORE)
With the days prefacing the upcoming November 5th Montreal “IT” event BREAST YOURSELF (a fundraiser presented as a grand glam fun-filled event for 500 lady guests and 50 very very lucky men, to help raise awareness and money to find a cure against breast cancer – read our post about it here), I decided to do something special. An all-PINK post. (READ MORE)
When I hear or read the words ‘maple syrup’, I think ‘sugar shack’, sweet breakfast of waffles and pancakes, and my lemonade detox (!). Recently, I was brought to add another term to my enumeration… Beauty. Surprisingly to me, I gladly learnt that maple syrup contains many beneficial natural virtues. Besides being heavenly delicious and sweet, it’s good for our skin too. (READ MORE)
A question for you ladies? Wouldn’t you like to wake up in the morning and look almost already done up because your eyes look glamously fabulous? I know I do. And you can! For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been wearing lash extensions. It is the new trend in eye looks! Trade your mascara or one-strip lashes for carefully, professionally, and infividually applied lashes. I had mine done by the company… (READ MORE)
There is no need to go to India or anywhere else to find peace. You will find that deep place of silence right in your room, your garden or even your bathtub – Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
As I am kid-sitting my adorable nephews this summer, my body often demanded to be immersed in a more relaxing environnement just to regain more energy. While delving in a bubble bath moment at home is great, I admit to have wanted more. (READ MORE)
Don’t you like gifts? Neeless to say that I do , or else I wouldn’t ask, right? I recently received a gift from a friend, whom after seeing I was feeling under the weather though that I needed somthing to pick me up. Well I was… instantly. I received a 3-piece body scrub set from Crabtree & Evelyn. The exact name is… (READ MORE)
For the past couple of days I’ve been going through a serious case of writer’s block. Worst thing to happen really for well, a writer. It is now thing of the past (Thank God!) Now… Back to today’s entry. The need for one’s wellbeing is innate to us, we want to feel good. Whether from a friend’s hug, a lover’s kiss, a delicious meal, an unexpected gift or simply by having a break from something, they always receive safe passage. And none of them are guilty pleasures. (READ MORE)
Knowing me and my writing style, I don’t just want to write something to write something. I like taking my time so it’s beautiful and it becomes a literary journey – at least for most of my writings. I’ve been pondering for some time on how to start this entry. It’s like when choosing a book at the bookstore. When you don’t know the author, or much of the plot… (READ MORE)
While we’re all trying to get accostumed to green living with recycling, re-using, buying local or organic food, or objects made from recycled materials, I wonder if you’ve ever thought about going “green” when it comes to cosmetics, or just beauty care.I remember last summer after a hot and hard day working in my parents’ backyard, my body was in desperate need of a good scrub. I searched my mom’s products and no body scrub in sight. Mmmm… what can I use instead? When lacking beauty products, sometimes the best place to look for alternatives is none other than your fridge and food pantry. (READ MORE)
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February 2010
SWEAT, SPAAAAA… APPLE! AND A MARTINI – BLISS @ VICTORIA PARK
Our dear friends at Les Zurbaines’ blog cordially invited us at their media event at Westmount’s one-stop-shop wellness and health center for fitness, beauty and much needed spa services called Victoria Park, on wednesday February 3rd. From 5pm to 8pm, guest were invited to enjoy a class of Pilates, Zumba (dance/fitness workout) for the sweat part, a massage by their amazing therapist Sylvie and Johnny, a manicure, a facial beauty consultation and/or make-up session. (READ MORE)
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN MONTREAL? CITY LIFE: Montreal en Lumière Festival - Feb. 16-26, 2012 www.montrealenlumiere.com It's the 13th edition, and still going strong. Montreal en Lumière is THE festival to enjoy the city in winter. As the largest winter festival in the world, visitors can enjoy hundreds of activities, from fine dining to to cool concerts, and many of these activities are free. Have you been yet? If so, tell us about it!
BEAUTY
November 2011
Get the facial that’s more than a facial
By Myriam Richard
Do you swear your skin’s beauty and wellness by essential oils? If yes, well how I’ve got the post for you today. If no, keep on reading
During an event at The Bay in downtown Montreal, on my way out, I was stopped by a cosmetician named Ghyslaine, from the Decleor Institute counter. She gladly offered me a free facial as her last client had cancelled last minute. The timing was perfect for a fortnight before, I had had the very worst facial experience in my entire life. (READ MORE)
________________
In my beauty bag: Falling all over these…
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
“Automn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower” – Albert Camus Ahh Albert, how you come up with the best lines to introduce my posts
)) Autumn is beautiful indeed, as each season really. But there’s something about autumn that comes out of the bunch, something more beautiful than the leafs and flowers… YOU!! Take time for you this fall. It is the perfect season to indulge, I believe, in doing… well, nothing, but oh so pleasantly. Dolce farniente! (READ MORE)
________________
October 2011
Fun Times around the City: Lise Watier Launches ‘Opération Beauté’
by Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
September 30, 2011 marks the official launch for ‘Operation Beaute’ and we were at the Bay Downtown Montreal to experience the whole thing. It really gave a fun energy to the department store! The Lise Watier SWAT Team in their … (READ MORE)
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September 2011
Love me in a special way….
by Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
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Fresh Start for the week…..
by Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
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August, 2011
My 7 makeup bag essentials, tips & tricks
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
Beauty products I can’t go without – with some useful tips! I’m jumping right in… #1 – The MASCARA Mascaras give eyes that beautiful spark and instant awakening to your face even if it is the only thing you do to it. There’s no education there. The right mascara is one thing, however the application plays a very important role in the final results. Here are my favorites of the hour and a few tips. (READ MORE)
________________
Dermaglow bares the Essentials
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
With French Canadian actress Sophie Prejean as their ambassador, skincare brandDermaGlow goes back to basics with the launch of their new line Essentials. It’s where Nature gives its best to bring out yours. On a day while the Montreal sky gradually darkened with a cloth of clouds and letting dispersed raindrops fall, some faces down below were getting the 411 on how to achieve glowing skin with the help of the new and upcoming skincare line Essentials by DermaGlow. (READ MORE)
________________
July, 2011
Give your mind a good massage
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
M visits the Ovarium Spa to try out their new neuro-massage bed.
After a stressful beginning of summer, the idea of relaxing was a constant denominator. Thanks to probably my #1 news feeder, Twitter, I got word of flotation maven spa Ovarium’s (read our post about here) baby, the Neuro Massage bed. The name says it, it’s a bed on which your mind (and body too) gets a massage. (READ MORE)
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Shalimar Parfum Initial: Sensuality in a bottle
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
A preview of new Guerlain perfume, Shalimar Parfum Initial.
CONTEST ALERT : SEE BELOW. Sensuality and voluptuousnes. The words that follow and wrap you around like an aura when its essence mingle with what nature already gave you. It may be a household name for our mothers or grandmothers may have worn its predecessor, Shalimar. (READ MORE)
________________
It is written in the stars
By Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
Last week, June 21st in the soon the be relocated Planetarium of Montreal was held the launch for the Lise Watier 2011 Fall Collection called Equinox. I always like to find out what the creative process is behind everything! So i needed to find out what exactly was an equinox. (READ MORE)
________________
June, 2011
The road to a healthier me
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
After reading this article via a link posted by Organic Authority on Facebook, it got me thinking. What exactly am I eating? Where does my food really come from? Frankly, I thought it would be good to really analyze this matter. As I am still on my NOMU (click here to know what it is), I am more aware on what I put on my skin as I only use organic ingredients found in my food cabinet. (READ MORE)
________________
May, 2011
BEAUTY: JETFLIGHT TO CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
After my #NOMU month, that extends until today, I am more aware and selective with the products I use on my body. It got me to look for natural, organic products. I have to admit that Gerardine did inspire me in taking the organic route in terms of beauty routine and product use. (READ MORE)
________________
April, 2011
DAILY REGIMEN
By Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
Last week I mentionned a few products that I fancy from Crabtree & Evelyn and I also said that I would share with you guys the basic products that I use on a daily basis. I have to be honest that I have tried products that have failed miserably! (READ MORE)
________________
3 MUSTS FOR YOUR BEAUTY BAG
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
The raindrops are finding their way to thump on my window creating the soundtrack of this current posts. Nonetheless, it makes think of summer. I’m so excited by the upcoming season… I see many great things ahead, for myself, my health, my career, the blog… good times! (READ MORE)
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BUTTER ME UP…..BUTTERCUP!!!!
By Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
I am obviously in a ‘stay at home’ mood these days! Well I must admit that I have been feeling a little bit under the weather thses days! So last night, I decided to go to bed early to recuperate! I wanted to do something different, kind of like a treatment, just to relax my body. I looked at my jacuzzi (that I use once a year) and thought it would be nice to jump in the hot water for a few minutes. (READ MORE)
________________
GOING NOMU!!
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
For the past 17 days, I have not worn make-up. It all came about when I bumped into an acquaintance (let’s call her MB) who happens to not wear make-up at all. She washes her face with water and her skin looks fa-bu-lous. For years my mother’s been telling me to stop using products on my face and just wash it with lukewarm water and a clean washcloth. (READ MORE)
________________
March, 2011
SPRING PRODUCT OF THE DAY: MAC FIX+
By Gerardine ‘Organik D’va’ Jeune
There is a product that I discovered recently that I want to share with you. As a make-up artist, I use for my contracts but I never really thought of using it on myself. As I am reading my last sentence, I am laughing because as a make-up artist, what better way to know your products then to try them on yourself!? Well I have the answer to that question, I dont truly like to try different things on my face but that’s besides the point. (READ MORE)
________________
February, 2011
4 PRODUCTS TO LOVE THE SKIN YOU’RE IN
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
PHYTO
With several trips to the neighborhood pool, and the constant use of the flat iron, my already fragile hair takes more than its toll in a single month. You can only imagine the look of my hair products storage area. Most of it is of masks, leave-ins, conditioners – all for the sake of hydration. I’m always up to try out new products to get the hair result I want… (READ MORE)
________________
WELL-DESIGNED BLISS ON WATER
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
The need of sustainable design is now becoming instictive in today’s world. Less impact on the environment is the goal. Following this state of mind comes new ways of designing. For the past months, I’ve been thinking about a new way of building which is currently now trending all over the world: Floating architecture. It is amazing what today’s architects come up with in terms of building on water. (READ MORE)
________________
November 2010
PINK SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
With the days prefacing the upcoming November 5th Montreal “IT” event BREAST YOURSELF (a fundraiser presented as a grand glam fun-filled event for 500 lady guests and 50 very very lucky men, to help raise awareness and money to find a cure against breast cancer – read our post about it here), I decided to do something special. An all-PINK post. (READ MORE)
________________
October 2010
FALL BEAUTIES SMELL AS SWEET AS… MAPLE SYRUP?
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
When I hear or read the words ‘maple syrup’, I think ‘sugar shack’, sweet breakfast of waffles and pancakes, and my lemonade detox (!). Recently, I was brought to add another term to my enumeration… Beauty. Surprisingly to me, I gladly learnt that maple syrup contains many beneficial natural virtues. Besides being heavenly delicious and sweet, it’s good for our skin too. (READ MORE)
________________
September 2010
PUT SOME GLAM IN YOUR EYES
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
A question for you ladies? Wouldn’t you like to wake up in the morning and look almost already done up because your eyes look glamously fabulous? I know I do. And you can! For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been wearing lash extensions. It is the new trend in eye looks! Trade your mascara or one-strip lashes for carefully, professionally, and infividually applied lashes. I had mine done by the company… (READ MORE)
________________
August 2010
MIND, BODY AND FLOAT
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
There is no need to go to India or anywhere else to find peace. You will find that deep place of silence right in your room, your garden or even your bathtub – Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
As I am kid-sitting my adorable nephews this summer, my body often demanded to be immersed in a more relaxing environnement just to regain more energy. While delving in a bubble bath moment at home is great, I admit to have wanted more. (READ MORE)
________________
BEAUTY NOTE: SILKY SMOOTH SKIN, PLEASE!
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
Don’t you like gifts? Neeless to say that I do , or else I wouldn’t ask, right? I recently received a gift from a friend, whom after seeing I was feeling under the weather though that I needed somthing to pick me up. Well I was… instantly. I received a 3-piece body scrub set from Crabtree & Evelyn. The exact name is… (READ MORE)
________________
Juillet 2010
BEAUTY, RAIN ON ME
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
For the past couple of days I’ve been going through a serious case of writer’s block. Worst thing to happen really for well, a writer. It is now thing of the past (Thank God!) Now… Back to today’s entry. The need for one’s wellbeing is innate to us, we want to feel good. Whether from a friend’s hug, a lover’s kiss, a delicious meal, an unexpected gift or simply by having a break from something, they always receive safe passage. And none of them are guilty pleasures. (READ MORE)
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SUMMER IN THE CITY, PART 1: HEALTH THROUGH WATER…
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
Knowing me and my writing style, I don’t just want to write something to write something. I like taking my time so it’s beautiful and it becomes a literary journey – at least for most of my writings. I’ve been pondering for some time on how to start this entry. It’s like when choosing a book at the bookstore. When you don’t know the author, or much of the plot… (READ MORE)
________________
June 2010
BEAUTÉS Ô SOLEIL (beauties in the sun)
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
While we’re all trying to get accostumed to green living with recycling, re-using, buying local or organic food, or objects made from recycled materials, I wonder if you’ve ever thought about going “green” when it comes to cosmetics, or just beauty care.I remember last summer after a hot and hard day working in my parents’ backyard, my body was in desperate need of a good scrub. I searched my mom’s products and no body scrub in sight. Mmmm… what can I use instead? When lacking beauty products, sometimes the best place to look for alternatives is none other than your fridge and food pantry. (READ MORE)
________________
February 2010
SWEAT, SPAAAAA… APPLE! AND A MARTINI – BLISS @ VICTORIA PARK
By Myriam ‘M♥’ Richard
Our dear friends at Les Zurbaines’ blog cordially invited us at their media event at Westmount’s one-stop-shop wellness and health center for fitness, beauty and much needed spa services called Victoria Park, on wednesday February 3rd. From 5pm to 8pm, guest were invited to enjoy a class of Pilates, Zumba (dance/fitness workout) for the sweat part, a massage by their amazing therapist Sylvie and Johnny, a manicure, a facial beauty consultation and/or make-up session. (READ MORE)
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CITY LIFE: Montreal en Lumière Festival - Feb. 16-26, 2012
www.montrealenlumiere.com
It's the 13th edition, and still going strong. Montreal en Lumière is THE festival to enjoy the city in winter. As the largest winter festival in the world, visitors can enjoy hundreds of activities, from fine dining to to cool concerts, and many of these activities are free.
Have you been yet? If so, tell us about it!
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