Natalie Loves Beauty

June 30, 2015

Wake Up Wednesday Linky #75 + Giveaway!

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Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party

@ Sew Crafty Angel

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We are so excited to have so many amazing bloggers party with us.
Check out this weeks Featured linkups.

Thank you so much to all those who share your blog in our party.

Last week we had 453 awesome linkups!

Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us!

We want to be inspired, entertained, laugh and have a good time!

(after you add your link to the party come on back and click below to enter our contest)

Hylamide SubQ Anti-Age and SubQ Eyes Advanced Serums | Review

I'm happy to say my skin has been seeing brighter days! After a rough 'dry spell' in the last few months, it is finally feeling smooth and replenished again. Throughout the years, I've figured out that my skin does better in the summertime: it must be a mixture of spending more time outside in fresh air and the sun, eating more water-rich fruits, being more active and being under less stress. Thankfully some of the products I've been using have helped as well, and today I will be talking about two new additions that I've been trialing over the last month: The Hylamide SubQ Anti-Age* and SubQ Eyes* Advanced Serums.

Summer Fashion Haul + Lookbook | Dynamite, AE, Winners and more!

I've been shopping around in the last few weeks for new summer pieces as my closet has been looking a little sad, and since it's that time of the year when all the good sales are going on, I've been making the best of it! For one, my cousin was visiting from Alberta so we spent an afternoon at the mall and I picked up a few pieces from Dynamite and American Eagle. I also needed to find an outfit for my graduation ceremony and found a lovely dress at Winners along with a cute pair of blue lace up sandals. I scored a couple more deals on flats at Payless and Ardene because I was in dire need of new ones. If you know me, you know I mostly always buy clothes that are discounted, as evidenced by this haul. I taught I would share what I picked up and film a lookbook too (my first fashion video)! Many of these items are still available, so I've linked them below if you would like to purchase them yourself.

Wake Up Wednesday Linky #74 + Giveaway!

Tweet #wakeupwednesdaylinkyparty

Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party

@ Sew Crafty Angel

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We are so excited to have so many amazing bloggers party with us.
Check out this weeks Featured linkups.

Thank you so much to all those who share your blog in our party.

Last week we had 478 awesome linkups!

Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us!

We want to be inspired, entertained, laugh and have a good time!

(after you add your link to the party come on back and click below to enter our contest)

NEW Make Up For Ever Artist Plexi-Gloss Lip Lacquers in 209 Fuschia Pink and 403 Red | Review

For someone who used to not care much for lip products, let's just say I've had a change of heart! While lipsticks are mostly what I reach for when it comes to painting my lips, I've slowly been warming up to other formulas, such as liquid lipsticks and lip glosses. The NEW Make Up For Ever Artist Plexi-Gloss Lip Lacquer range is somewhat of a cross between both, providing both high shine and intense pigmentation. Featuring 35 gorgeous shades in a sheer or opaque finish, this range definitely has something for everyone. I got to try shades 209 Fuschia Pink* and 403 Red*, and considering I do not own anything quite like them, I am thrilled to share how they have been working for me.

NEW La Roche-Posay Lipikar Gel Lavant and Lipikar Fluide | Review

Are you ready to take on summer and show off your radiant skin? It's been a process for me since my skin has been acting up (as it typically likes to do). To remedy, I've recently included a few new products into my skin care regimen, including a recently launched duo from La Roche-Posay: Lipikar Gel Lavant* and Lipikar Fluide* to help restore my skin. After recently emptying my Baume AP+ (great stuff, more on it here), I was looking forward to try the brand's new lotion and test out one of their gels for the first time. What is so great about these two products is that they are suitable for the entire family (including babies) since they are paraben-free. They can also be used on the face and body, formulated to both soothe and protect sensitive skin.

Wake Up Wednesday Linky #73 + Giveaway!

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Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party

@ Sew Crafty Angel

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We are so excited to have so many amazing bloggers party with us.
Check out this weeks Featured linkups.

Thank you so much to all those who share your blog in our party.

Last week we had 445 awesome linkups!

Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us!

We want to be inspired, entertained, laugh and have a good time!

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The Many Benefits Of Vitamin E Oil + What I Use!

We've all heard how vitamin E oil has many properties that we can benefit from both internally and externally, but what exactly makes it a great staple in our beauty routine? In its purest form and applied directly on the skin, not only does this sought-after vitamin rich in antioxidants prevent the signs of aging, but is also helps minimize the appearance of wrinkles by increasing the elasticity of the skin with the production of collagen. But it doesn't stop there! What first attracted me to this potent oil is that it is effective at brightening the skin by fading scars left from acne, prevent new breakouts and dark spots from surfacing as well as reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

Druide Facial Cleanser and Makeup Remover with Avocado and Chamomile | Review

We all have those days when we just wish we could cleanse our face and remove our makeup quickly without having to go through multiple steps and products in the hopes of getting more sleep time after a long day. I've been on the lookout for such an all in one skincare product for a while now, so when I came across the Druide Facial Cleanser and Makeup Remover with avocado and chamomile. I knew I had to put it to the test. This was my first encounter with this brand, however I had read great reviews from a fellow blogger who recommended this particular item so when I saw it at my local health store I grabbed it straight away. Druide is also local to Montreal = bonus points!

Wake Up Wednesday Linky #72 + Giveaway!

Tweet #wakeupwednesdaylinkyparty

Wake Up Wednesday "Linky" Party

@ Sew Crafty Angel

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We are so excited to have so many amazing bloggers party with us.
Check out this weeks Featured linkups.

Thank you so much to all those who share your blog in our party.

Last week we had 461 awesome linkups!

Wake Up and be happy, get excited and have fun with us!

We want to be inspired, entertained, laugh and have a good time!

(after you add your link to the party come on back and click below to enter our contest)

NEW La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mist SPF 50 and Ultra-Fluid Lotion SPF 60 | Stay Protected This Summer!

The sun is out, the weather is warming up and I'm spending a lot more time outdoors! From gardening and mowing the lawn, to long walks in my neighbourhood and hiking up Mont-Royal, to simply sitting by the pool enjoying a nice read, I've been making the best of it. Summer is by far my favourite season - while for many Montrealers the heat and humidity becomes unbearable, I could not be happier and absolutely love it. Fun fact: I don't even have A/C in my house - open windows and jumping in the pool to cool down is how I roll! With this more active lifestyle, I've been making sure to protect my skin whenever I'm outside. This summer, the NEW La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mist SPF 50* and Ultra-Fluid Lotion SPF 60* are what I'll be reaching for to stay protected.

The Wet Brush vs Tangle Teezer | Which One Works Best?

I have a confession to make: I don't brush my hair on the daily. You might be thinking, how in the world do you not brush your hair every day? Isn't it a necessary step in your (at least) morning routine? Well, with my hair being wavy, using the average brush practically turns it into an afro (okay slightly exaggerating here, but hear me out). Instead, I've resorted to using wide tooth combs because they do not disturb my hair shape nearly as much. Seeing as my relationship with brushes has been quite distant, I thought it would be fun to step out of my comfort zone and try out and compare two very talked about, not your average hair detangling tools: The Wet Brush* and the Tangle Teezer*. If you're on the fence about which one to get, this one's for you!

Get Summer Smooth Skin with Nair Cire Divine Moroccan Argan Oil Wax

With summer just around the corner, it's time to show off some skin! One of the many reasons summer is my favourite season is that I get to wear flowy skirts and dresses and, of course, cute tops and sandals. Not to mention that I'm able to get more fitness activities in by spending time in the pool and going for nice long walks under the sun. With a more active lifestyle involving greater skin exposure comes making time for an extra step in my routine: keeping my skin smooth by removing unwanted hair so that I can feel confident in my skin. I will be sharing with you my go-to body care items this season including the new Nair Cire Divine Moroccan Argan Oil Wax which has been making the whole process that much more enjoyable!