Beauty Review: 360 Skincare DMAE Firming Serum in Lavender Mint

In my January Glymm Box I received a sample of this product. It smells divine. The texture is thick like a body butter consistency if not thicker. I didn't expect serums to be this thick.

6AM
On first application, I found it hard to maneuver out of the jar on to my eye area. It was chunky, but to my surprise it melted away as I lightly massaged around my eyes in a circular motion. I thought it would be greasy due to the consistency. But surprisingly it was cooling due to the mint and lavender properties. Also my skin just soaked up the serum quickly. The serum leaves no sheen behind. It is a matte finish. On this first try I will apply makeup without primer to the eyelids and see how that goes.

12PM
At noon it has gotten a little greasy but my eye makeup hasn't smudged or creased.

4PM
My mascara was slightly smudged below my lower lashes. But that is typical for the beyond 12hr wear.

Overall I find this product to useful as a simple eyelid primer and eye cream in one. It doesn't sting my oh so sensitive eyes. I would definitely purchase this product when I run out of this sample from my January Glymm Box.

TaTa for now :)

Lifestyle: Vitamins & Fitness

If you don't know me in real life. You wouldn't know that I am a dedicated vitamin consumer. I was brought up by a mother that told me there's always room for more vegetables in your diet. And from this principle I grew up to be a conscious eater. That doesn't mean that I don't indulge myself once in a while. But everything in moderation is okay.

Furthermore, here are the vitamins I currently take

Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin & Nails
5000 mg Biotin
Lustrous hair
Strong nails
Vibrant skin
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Calcium

VitaFusion Multi Vites
Gummy Vitamins
Technically I only take these on my days off. As this is the only way Beau would take vitamins. They are just like candy.

Quest Multivitamins & Minerals for Women Her Daily One
These are my actual daily vitamins that I take day to day.

Natural Factors Calcium & Magnesium Citrate with D
Potassium & Zinc
Good for Bones and Teeth

Apple Cider Vinegar Tablets
I use this to help with metabolism

Korean Red Ginseng Capsules
Reduces fatigue and stress

As for my fitness regimen I see my trainer once or twice a week. We do strength training exercises and cardio. 

Lunges

Squats

Bicep Curls

Ball Press

Leg Press

Hammer Curls

Lap Pull Downs

Butterfly Extensions

Ball Squats

Hip & Thigh Rotation

Back Extensions

Balance Ball exercises

I also go to the gym twice a week for cardio workouts such as elliptical, treadmill and exercise bike. I also do yoga and weight training at home.

Live life and be healthy

Beauty DIY: Coconut & Honey Treatment for Acne or Dry Skin

2 TBSPS COCONUT OIL
1 TBSP RAW HONEY

Whisk the two ingredients together in a small bowl. Apply to clean face and neck with clean hands. Massage in small circular upward motions. The coconut oil solids will liquefy at body temperature. Have paper towel or a clean towel handy as oil may trickle down your neck. Massage for 5 minutes and sit back and relax for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and facial cleanser. Pat dry with clean towel. Apply your choice of toner and moisturizer.

Benefits of Coconut Oil
- a rich source of Vitamin E
- keeps skin healthy
- Unclogs pores
- Stabilizes sebum levels
- minimizes inflammation
- improves metabolism.
- moisturizes skin

Beauty Review: NARS Skin Purifying Foam Cleanser

Back of the Bottle reads: 

Refeshes and helps control excess oil.
Apply a small amount of product to wet hands and work into a lather. Gently massage onto skin using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Purchased at Holt Renfrew.

I thought this product was overpriced at first. But when I figured I only needed a pea sized amount everytime. It's more than worth it. In Canada the price ranges from $32-36 per 125 mL (4.9 Oz). In the United States it is $29.

I've tested this product out for over a month now. It is very mild for my sensitive skin that is also acne prone. It takes long-lasting foundation off with the little microbeads. It doesn't make my skin feel tight nor does it make it flake. My skin feels refreshed and dewy after each wash. I use this cleanser in the morning and at night. And on days I go to the gym, I would also wash my face afterwards.

The texture is creamy with microbead exfoliants. It foams up quite a bit, a pea size dot is more than enough for the entire face. Wet your hands and face prior to applying the cleanser. Work up a foamy lather, at this point I rinse with a wet konjac sponge. Pat dry with a clean cloth. Follow with toner and moisturizer. 

Skin feels smooth and fantastic. I would definitely purchase this product again.

Lifestyle: Random Favourites of 2012

Here are some random lifestyle favourites:

TV Shows & Movies
Pretty Little Liars
Merlin
Nikita
Covert Affairs
Once Upon A Time

Suits
Body of Proof
Leverage
Castle
Bones
Supernatural
Rise of the Guardians
Dark Knight Rises
Avengers
Men in Black 3
Hunger Games
Game of Thrones

Arrow
Beauty & the Beast
Vampire Diaries
True Blood


Books & Literature
Hunger Games
Flawless
Mastery of Love
Life of Frida Kahlo
The Continuity Girl
Pride & Prejudice
Eat Pray Love

Foods
Udi's Blueberry Muffins

Pumpkin Pie
Cherry Pie
Lamb Vindaloo
Butter Chicken
Korean BBQ
Watermelon
Pineapple
Raspberries

Beverages
Starbucks Matcha Soy Latte
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Green Tea
Raspberry Ginger Ale
Green Tea Ginger Ale
Twinings Black Currant Tea
Earl Grey Tea
Piña Colada
Mojito
Strongbow
Naked Grape Sauvignon Blanc
Monkey Bay Whites
Oyster Bay Whites
VOGA
Perrier
Elder Flower Soda

Apple Juice
Guava Juice

Artists & Songs
Five for Fighting - Augie Nieto

Augustana - Wrong Side of Love
Coldplay - One I Love & Yellow
Christina Perri - Jar of Hearts

Hedley - Amazing
Lifehouse - Hanging By A Moment
Norah Jones - Chasing Pirates
Taylor Swift - Teardrops on My Guitar
MoZella - Can't Stop
Duffy - Mercy

Beauty Review: Givenchy Mister Mat

I purchased this product just before the holidays. I finally had time to try it out for two weeks. I figured Christmas parties and New Years I would make use of a good primer. This primer was recommended by the sales ladies at Sephora. I also read great reviews on Makeup Alley.

I found the scent to be overpowering. I was greasy within 6 hours. This product also made my skin breakout. The texture is a powder gel, dries quick and smoothes skin. I find it also dries very fast, which makes you use more product.

This product is not for me. I will be returning this to Sephora.

Beauty & Fashion: What I Got for Christmas Part Uno

Last month in November I was in Toronto visiting my family and friends. We had an early Christmas gift exchange. But what I really loved about Christmas this year is that I got to spend time with my family and friends. Something I enjoy the most is good company. 

Here are somethings that I received for Christmas this year:

J.Crew Pink Studs (Left)

Twinings Assorted Tea Selection

Starbucks Rodarte Mug

NARS hearts Vancouver Collection

J. Crew Pink Bangle

NARS hearts Vancouver Collection

NARS hearts Vancouver Makeup Bag

NARS hearts Vancouver Nail Polish in Saratoga

NARS hearts Vancouver Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara

NARS hearts Vancouver Lipstick in Dolce Vita

NARS hearts Vancouver Blush in Orgasm

Burton Snowboard Jacket

Nike Dri Fit Workout Shirt

Forever Living Bee Propolis Cream

Lindt Lindor White Chocolate Truffles Mmmm Mmmm Goodness from my BFF