English Translation of French Editorial Content
TotallySublime!
Vânia
Aguiar
Our Beauty Editor shares new trends of the season.
“Vibrant colours, masterful and sexy packages, lipsticks in trendy shades, all the beauty elements are used to brilliantly magnify a season that promises to be highly luminous.”
being adopted for evening looks but also for day-today for a rebellious and casual look that almost makes it look like you don’t care, in a carbon shade that defies the norms of conventional beauty. Lips are also grabbing attention at the start of the school year, highlighting the most minimalist makeup. Mouths will be intensified and enhanced with a red, a burgundy or a blackbrown. Autumn promises to be colourful!
Trinny London Lip + Cheek
Sheer Shimmer, shade
Violine, $42, available at trinnylondon.com
Dior Diorshow 5 Couleurs
Eyeshdow Palette, $105, available at Dior counters
Rare Beauty True to Myself Tinted Pressed Finishing Powder, $41, available at Sephora Pupa Vamp! Liquid Eyeshadow, shade Smokey Lilac, $26, available in pharmacies
Urban Decay The Original Naked Palette, $70, available at Sephora
Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint
Hydrating Foundation Stick, $58, available at charlottetilbury.com
Nars Explicit Lipstick, $54, available at The Bay
YSL Beauty Loveshine Candy Glow Tinted Butter Balm, $58.50, available at YSL counters
Chanel Les 4 Ombres MultiEffect Quadra Eyeshadow, shade 394 - Divination, $83, available at Chanel counters
Charlotte Tilbury ExaggerEyes Mascara, $26, available at charlottetilbury.com
Clé de Peau Concealer, shade ocher, $98, available at Clé de Peau counters
Guerlain Guerlain X Pucci Terracotta Marmo Sun Bronzing Powder, $125, available at Guerlain counters
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara, $13.99, available in pharmacies
Bobbi Brown Weightless Skin Foundation, SPF 15, $77 / 30 ml, available at Sephora
Clarins Hydrating Lip Oil Balm, $42, available at Clarins counters
Dior Rouge Blush Colour & Glow Palette, $67, available at Dior counters
Makeup by Mario F1 DualEnded Contour and Blush Brush, $43, available at makeupbymario.com
Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick, $65, available at Dior counters
Chanel Limited Edition Nail Polish, $44, available at Chanel counters
Chanel Exclusive Collection Les Tarots de Chanel Matte Powder Blush, shade Blood Orange, $ 90, available at Chanel counters
Fenty Beauty Cheeks Suede Waterproof Powder Blush, $38, available at Sephora
Nouveau Double Serum
Le traitement jeunesse intensif le plus complet1
94%
des femmes déclarent : “Ma peau paraît plus jeune qu’hier.”2
5 ANNÉES DE RECHERCHES SUR L’ÉPIGÉNÉTIQUE
PROTÉGÉ PAR 6 BREVETS3 27 INGRÉDIENTS ACTIFS
LE POUVOIR DE CHANGER LE FUTUR DE VOTRE PEAU
1. Chez Clarins 2. Test consommateurs, panel multi-ethnique, 353 femmes, après 28 jours. 3. En France sur une sélection d’ingrédients actifs.
Bold
& Beautiful
This season’s trendy hairstyles are as boldly layered as they are timeless cuts. We’re done with natural hair. Comb your mane, and beautifully tame it. Add volume and shine.
For this, the hair products department offers a host of novelties, for washing and hair care and maintenance. I have tested many of these little wonders and it is with great pleasure that I share my favourite products here. So whether your hair is tied back, styled, tousled, smooth or curly, use one of these treatments and, with the wind blowing your hair, you’ll be the star of the season!
Grown Alchemist HydraRestore Conditioner, $68 / 300ml, available at grownalchemist.com
Kérastase Elixir Ultime
Refillable Hair Oil, $90 / 75ml, available at Sephora
DesignMe Hold.Me Styling Stick, $27 / 19g, available at designmehair.ca
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler + Bonding
Inner Fiber Repair Treatment, $9.99 / 300ml, available in pharmacies
Maui Moisture Clarifying Shampoo
Shampooing with Apple Cider Vinegar, $15.49 / 385ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Biolage Scalp Sync Purifying Scalp Concentrate, $40 / 200ml, available at chatters.ca
Klorane Sensitive Scalp Shampoo with Organic Peony, $24.50 / 400ml, available in pharmacies
Nuxe Le Masque PreShampoo Nourishing Mask, $45 / 125ml, available in pharmacies
Dercos Aminexil Clinical R.E.G.E.N Hair Renewing Serum, $55.95 / 90ml, available in pharmacies
Revlon SmoothStay Coconut Oil Infused Hair Dryer, $47.99, available at Walmart
L’Oréal Professionnel Professional Shampoo Anti-gravity Volume Effect, $32 / 300ml, available in pharmacies
René Furterer Professional Smoothing Milk with Shea & Ceramides, $45 / 100ml, available in salons
Moroccanoil Frizz Shield Spray, $40.50 / 160ml, available at Sephora
Shu Uemura Colour Sealer Spray, Colour Lustre, $59 / 150ml, available at Sephora
Revlon SmoothStay Coconut Oil Inflused Curling Iron, $47.99, available at Walmart
The very friendly Aliénor Massenet, perfumer and creator of Rabanne’s new women’s opus Million Gold for Her, and Christophe Raynaud, perfumer and creator of the men’s version, were excited to share the good news with me. These two latest versions of the perfume flirt with the codes of perfumery. The quality of the ingredients has much to do with it, they explained to me.
Aliénor told me that she created Million Gold for Her with three other noses:
“Creating with four people can be tense at times but, for this opus, we have generated a very fruitful synergy. Our creator egos were on mute from the outset, and we engaged in a calm professional dialogue, discovering that we had wonderfully compatible ideas! The important thing was to respect the DNA of the initial perfume. So, no fighting, just fun! It was a magical collaboration.”
The basic inspiration was the emblematic metal dress of French-Spanish designer Paco
Million Million Two in Gold!
Last spring, I had the chance to talk to the creators of the new versions of the wellknown fragrance, Million, by Rabanne. An account of an exhilarating conversation.
By Vânia Aguiar
Rabanne. How do you capture the essence of that dress in a perfume? Thus Million Gold was born, the first floral conceived by thinking of a metallic rose. Rose oxide is one of the raw materials used in perfumery. Contrasted with the absolute of jasmine, the fragrance is even more feminine, more elegant, more sensual and luxurious.
In the starting note of the new opus is one specific ingredient: tonkalactone, which is often compared to a mixture of vanilla, almonds and honey. Lavender essence was added from the south of France. The resulting creamy, unctuous, and very feminine smell was enriched with a literally bewitching musk mineral chord.
Million Gold for Her is the first floral of the House of Rabanne. A salty mineral floral with masculine connotations feminized by lavender and rose oxide, a bold and ultrasophisticated marriage that the creator is rightly very proud of!
Rabanne Million Gold for Her Eau de Parfum, $205 / 90ml, available at Pharmaprix
Christophe Raynaud played the alchemist in tandem with perfumer Quintin Bisch to create the new Eau de Parfum Intense Million Gold for Men. Don’t forget that the original was composed of a heavy dose of amber notes broken by a rose note, a combination influenced by the perfumers of the Middle East.
“We wanted to shape a masculine and woody floral around a very addictive creamy sandalwood enhanced with a new addiction: a huge, powerful and diffuse base of wood. We worked with some woody notes like cedar, sandalwood from Australia, patchouli leaf and cypriol for a warm and opulent result. We added an elixir of wood and akigalawood, made from patchouli essential oil, a unique ingredient obtained through bioscience, for a very vibrant touch and elegant finish.”
“My greatest pleasure is that the floral note of our male opus revolves around the violet, which I am obsessed with.
I love this note so much that I named one of my daughters Violette,” Christophe confessed laughing. This flower’s leaf, for example, adds a lot of freshness to the head note. The absolute of rose plus a touch of pink pepper extracted with CO2, combined with a more woody dimension allowed us to really think and feel the beautiful violet. Since we wanted to respect the DNA of the original recipe, we added mandarin both for the male and for the female versions. This fresh and colourful mainstay ingredient gives a sparkling and juicy result in all editions. Men who are fond of freshness will not be disappointed!” promised Christophe. The House of Rabanne has just aimed to launch its most recent creations into orbit. These two magnificent scents are encapsulated in bottles featuring Rabanne’s iconic XL Link, a detail that remains rooted in the history of the house. Influential model Gigi Hadid and Oscar-winning artist-musician Moses Sumney embody modernity and sensuality without boundaries; this is absolute power signaled by the intoxication of gold. Christophe Raynard explained that the new Rabanne concoctions are more than perfumes; they are a bold statement that rewrites the vision of modernity by including and combining flowers to achieve flamboyance. We had no choice but to believe him since, from the first spritz, we felt transported to a strong, luminous and limitless universe!
Rabanne Intense Million Gold Eau de Parfum, $178 / 100ml, available at Pharmaprix
OneFragrance OneStatement
FOR HER
Nest Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum, $125 / 50 ml, available at Sephora
Narciso Rodriguez All of Me Eau de Parfum, $200 / 100 ml, available at The Bay
Dolce & Gabanna Intense Devotion Eau de Parfum, $243 / 100ml, available at Sephora
This season will open with a multitude of fragrances. What essences have the creators played with? Choosing the smell that suits us best is like printing our olfactory identity card and, as a result, allows others to get to know us better. We inhale, we experience, we seek... until we find the perfume that is the twin of our most intimate essence.
Guess Iconic Eau de Parfum, $95 / 100ml, available in pharmacies
Burberry Goddess Intense Eau de Parfum, $215 / 100ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Guerlain L’Art & La Matière Patchouli Paris Eau de Parfum, $485 / 100ml, available at Guerlain counters
Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid Eau de Parfum, $206 / 100ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Ferragamo Signorina Unica Eau de Parfum, $158 / 100ml, available at The
Rabanne Fame Intense Eau de Parfum, $158 / 50ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Christian Dior Lucky Esprits de Parfum Extrait de Parfum, $630 / 80 ml, available at Dior counters
Tory Burch Sublime Eau de Parfum, $188 / 100ml, available at toryburch.com
FOR HIM
Issey Miyake Le Sel d’Issey Eau de Parfum, $150 / 100ml, available at The Bay
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte Parfum, $220 / 100ml, available at Dior counters
Rabanne Phantom Intense Eau de Parfum, $162 / 100ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Lover Eau de Parfum, $152 / 125 ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Elixir Eau de Parfum, $182 / 100ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
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Fall Essentials
Nowadays, it’s often difficult to tell someone’s age. That’s because many of us have adopted a healthier and more active lifestyle, a more balanced diet and an optimal beauty routine. This rigorous approach pays off!
Face care, for example, is essential if you want a radiant glow and a flawless complexion. For this, care must be adapted to your skin type and... to the ambient temperature. But how exactly are you preparing to face the cooler season? After a summer of sun, we have to urgently work to restore and nourish our skin and epidermis. Opting for a serum enriched with repairing active ingredients and a rich moisturizing cream is therefore a priority. Since the cold season can severely dehydrate the skin, choosing more nourishing cleansers, serums and moisturizers should be the name of the game. It’s so important to rely on products containing essential fatty acids, ceramides and cholesterol to deal with dry areas. Autumn is the season for exfoliation, both for the face and for the body. Getting rid of dead surface cells allows for better hydration. It is also time to incorporate a night cream with a highly concentrated retinol formula.
To find these essential allies for your beauty kit this fall, follow your guide!
Guerlain
Abeille Royale Honey
Treatment Rich Cream, $198 / 50ml, available at Guerlain counters
Elizabeth Arden Prevage MultiRestorative Soft Cream, $192 / 50 ml, available at Elizabeth Arden counters
Reversa Neck and Décolleté Smoothing and Firming Cream, $80 / 80ml, available at Pharmaprix
Moisturizing Care
Yves Rocher
Hydra Végétal Grand Soin Intense Hydratation Day & Night
Cream Mask, $39.95 / 75ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques Fresh
Rose Deep Hydration
Face Cream, $103 / 100ml, available at Sephora
Vichy
Minéral 89 100H
Moisture Boosting Rich Cream, $45.95 / 50ml, available in pharmacies
Cleansers
Neostrata
Enlighten Ultral Brightening Cleanser, $32 / 200ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Guerlain
Abeille Royale Cleansing Care-inMousse, $79 / 100ml, available at Guerlain counters
Garnier
Micellar Gentle Peeling Water, $12.99 / 400 ml, available in pharmacies
Naturium
BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%, $30.99 / 120ml, available in pharmacies CeraVe
Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment, $36.99 / 50ml, available in pharmacies
Peter Thomas Roth Instant Reveal Facial Peel, $48, available at Sephora
Serums
Dior
La Micro-Huile de Rose Serum, $590 / 50ml, available at Dior counters
SkinCeuticals
P-Tiox WrinkleModulating Peptide Serum, $180 / 30ml, available at skinceuticals.com
Alphascience
Tannic [CF] Serum
Potent Wrinkle
Reducing and Firming
Antioxidant,$180 / 30ml, available at alphasciencemd.ca
Night Care
Estée Lauder
Revitalizing Supreme+ Night Moisturizer
Intensive Restorative Crème, $148 / 50 ml, available at Estée Lauder counters
Estée Lauder
Advanced Night Repair
Overnight Treatment, $130 / 65 ml, available at Estée Lauder counters
Vichy
Liftactiv B3 Tone
Correcting Night Cream, $65.95 / 50ml, available in pharmacies
Repair Care
Skinfix
Barrier+ Skin Barrier
Restoring Gel Cream, $73 / 50ml, available at ca.skinfix.com
Biossance
Squalane+ Omega
Repair Deep Hydration
Moisturizer, $81 / 50ml, available at Sephora
Eau Thermale Uriage
Cica Daily Intense
Repairing Serum, $41 / 50ml, available in pharmacies
Clinique
Smart Clinical Repair
Overnight Recovery
Cream + Mask, $104 / 50ml, available at Clinique counters
OMY
Hydro-Gel Hydrating
Mask, $39.99 / 75ml, available at Jean Coutu
Clé de Peau
Vitality-Enhancing
Supreme Eye Mask, $205, available at Clé de Peau counters
Mists
Thayers
Alcohol-Free Facial Mist with Witch Hazel and Rose Petal, $16.99 / 237ml, available at amazon.ca
Summer Fridays
Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist, $29 / 50ml, available at Sephora
Dermalogica
Ultracalming Mist, $62 / 177ml, available at dermalogica.ca
Radiance Care Sunscreens
Drunk Elephant
C-Luma Hydrabright Serum, $92 / 30ml, available at Sephora
Jouviance
Glow+ Illuminating Booster, $39 / 15ml, available at jouviance.com
Garnier
SkinActive Vitamin C
Brightening Serum, $14.97 / 30ml, available in pharmacies
Paula’s Choice
Youth-Extending Daily
Hydrating Fluid SPF 50, $54 / 60ml, available at Sephora
De Dermalogica
Dermalogica Protection
Sport SPF 50, $56 / 157 ml, available at dermalogica.ca
Ultra Violette
Queen Screen Luminising
Skinscreen SPF 50+, $56.50 / 50ml, available at Sephora
Eye Care Vitamine C
Biossance
Squalane + Marine
Algae Eye Cream, $76 / 15ml, available at Sephora
SVR
[Filler] Biotic Eye and Lip Contour Filling and Lifting, $53 / 15ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Clé de Peau
Eye Contour Cream Supreme, $365 / 15ml, available at Clé de Peau counters
Dermalogica
BioLumin-C Night
Restore Serum, $139 / 25ml, available at dermalogica.ca
CeraVe
Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum, $36.99 / 30ml, available in pharmacies
Neostrata
Enlighten 15% Vitamine C + PHA Serum, $55 / 15ml, available at neostrata.ca
The Essentials
Coup d’Éclat
Dark Spot Correcting Ampoule, $49.59 / 12 ampoules, available at larima.ca
Embryolisse
Radiant Complexion
Cream Detoxifying Face
Gel Cream, $36 / 30ml, available in pharmacies
Shiseido
Ultimune Power
Infusing Concentrate, $143 / 50ml, available at Shiseido counters
Yves Rocher
Body Mist Monoï, $22.95 / 125ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Dr. Hauschka Bergamot Lemongrass
Vitalising Body
Milk, $49 / 145ml, available at drhauschka.ca
Groom
Styling Lotion Curl
Defining, $27 / 120ml, available at lesindustriesgroom.com
Mifa
Eucalyptus Body + Hand Wash, $35 / 340ml, available at mifaandco.com
Vichy
Minéral 89 48H
Moisture Matte Sorbet, $45.95 / 50ml, available in pharmacies
Body Care
Moroccanoil
Night Body
Seurm, $82 / 100ml, available at Sephora
Soins Corps
Marc Anthony 100% Coconut Oil for Hair and Body, $10.99 / 50ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
NudeStix
Sunshine Oil Body Elixir, $48 / 100ml, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Soja & Co
Tangerine, Santal & Ambre Body Milk, $26 / 228ml, available at sojaco.ca
Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Weightless Body Treatment, $44 / 210ml, available at Sephora
Nest Pistachio & Wild Fig Scented Candle, $68, available at Shoppers Drug Mart
a NaturalPrecursor! Yves Rocher
By Vânia Aguiar
Last spring, I had the chance to visit the cradle of the French brand, Yves Rocher. Account of a trip of total beauty.
A formidable group of Quebec journalists and influencers, we arrived at La Gacilly, a municipality in Brittany, France, and the birthplace of Yves Rocher, whose vision would disrupt the codes of global cosmetics. As both a boy and young man, he experimented on his own with the multiple benefits of plants for the skin. He created his first cream in 1959, founding his eponymous brand.
But Mr. Rocher’s attachment to his native village inspired him to revive its economy. Today, Yves Rocher employs some 1,700 people and has put the region on the world map.
Much infrastructure has been set up under his leadership, including a botanical garden offering a two-hectare circuit highlighting 1,500 species of plants, including those used in Yves Rocher cosmetics and perfumery, as well as the Maison Yves Rocher with its immersive museum, restaurant and shop.
Very attached to the region, Mr. Rocher also wanted to support farming with more than 60 hectares of organic
It took shape in the attic of his family’s home. Breaking with skin care tradition, the young man dedicated himself to exploring and revealing the virtues of plants. His innovation led to plant cosmetics. It was nothing less than a revolution!
At La Grée des Landes, the Yves Rocher Eco-Hotel Spa, a place par excellence for communing with nature, we were offered a joyful immersion in the mythical mission of the company. With a night-time sensory walk in the forest, spa treatments, and the restaurant’s organic and locavore gastronomy, our stay was off to a flying start.
As with other rural areas, the existence of La Gacilly was threatened by people leaving for big cities.
fields near his native village. Nine plants are cultivated using agroecology: blueberry, Roman chamomile, German chamomile, arnica, calendula, edulis, ice plant, nasturtium and mint, all of which form part of the composition of Yves Rocher products.
The organic approach used combines good environmental practices, respect for biodiversity, and the exclusive use of natural inputs, a choice much appreciated by the approximately 10 million bees. And that’s not all: in keeping with the Maison’s sense of eco-responsibility, its products are packaged in recyclable bottles containing recycled plastic.
Even the smallest details of the places we visited were indicative of the founding trendsetter’s vision; everything
was thought out, not only to preserve nature but also to raise awareness among the general public. It’s easy to understand why the local population enthusiastically embarked on the vast adventure alongside Yves Rocher.
We felt so privileged to experience the intricacies of Lift Pro-Collagen treatments, part of the new anti-aging range of the Maison. These are derived from ice plant grown on site using the principles of agroecology, and therefore uncompromising. Mr. Sébastien Duprat de Paule, Director of Research, Innovation and Development – Natural Ingredients and Fragrances for the brand, kindly explained to us that, with 12 years of research in plant science and 3 patents, the Rocher Group developed cryoextraction, an innovative technique that allows the molecules necessary for the formulation of Lift ProCollagen treatments to be removed from the living plant. The results are visible from the first application.
Céline Damour, Global Director of Yves Rocher, then told me about the evolution of the company, and its concern for consumers. True to Mr. Yves Rocher’s vision, the brand has positioned itself well and has won the respect of customers. Known for offering very good value for money for its products and unparalleled efficiency, it has always distinguished itself through unique botanical expertise and respect for nature. Protecting plants and the environment, it takes concrete actions with a strongly positive impact that director is proud of.
The watchwords of the brand are: expertise, pursuit of research, and bioinspiration. Original plant cosmetics evolved naturally into Dermo-Cosmetic beauty!
The avant-garde entrepreneur Yves Rocher died in 2009 but, given the breadth and depth of his legacy, his presence is still very much felt in his favourite part of France. So much so that every time I turned a corner in La Gacilly, I felt like I was
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Double Action
Concentrate Anti-Wrinkle + New Skin Effect, $64.95 / 30ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Anti-Wrinkle DePuffing Eye Care, $49.95 / 15ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Anti-Wrinkle Lifting Serum, $59.95 / 30ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Lifting AntiWrinkle Night Cream, $54.95 / 50ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Plumping AntiWrinkle Day Cream, $54.95 / 50ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Yves Rocher Lift ProCollagène Deep Care Intense Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Day & Night, $64.95 / 75ml, available at Yves Rocher boutiques
Enhanced Beauty Spaces
at Jean Coutu
For over 53 years, the Jean Coutu pharmacies in Quebec have been essential for health but also beauty.
In the age of visually appealing spaces where consumers expect their needs to be met while having a VIP shopping experience, the Jean Coutu brand is embarking on a new look by embracing the concept of larger and brighter stores that are more modern.
There is a warm and welcoming cosmetic section with a prestigious presentation, where customers will benefit from a wide array of major beauty brands in a pleasant, open and inclusive environment. The ambiance will combine accessibility and comfort, while expert cosmeticians will take better care of customers than ever.
A table with samples will delight those who love new products, where trendy beauty essentials will be available for their pleasure. The store’s undisputed favourite area, an olfactory space with consultations will allow you to indulge in classic fragrances or discover new ones.
Whether you prefer popular mass market products, high-end offerings or local Quebec creations, you will be pampered more than ever before in the new Jean Coutu beauty spaces. How can you resist?
PERSONNELLE COSMÉTIQUES
Éclat Éternel 12h
Eyeshadow Pencil, shade Morganite, $12.99, available at Jean Coutu
PERSONNELLE COSMÉTIQUES
Douceur 4h Lipstick
Pencil, shade Ash Rose, $12.99, available at Jean Coutu
PERSONNELLE COSMÉTIQUES
Moment Perfume Pencil, shade Serenity, $12.99, available at Jean Coutu
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