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The Ultimate Summer Issue
We love Canada! • 4 Hot Homegrown Brands • The First-Ever Canadian Beauty Awards • Q u e b e c ’s I D C s k i n c a r e t u r n s 1 0
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cosmetics SUMMER 2018
BEAUTY BUZZ 10 Hot Ticket
Beauty dates you need.
11 Colour Theory
Power paintbox shades induce fresh summer feels.
NEW IN STORES 12 Summer Scents
14 Innovative Suncare 16 Superstar Skincare 18 Must-Have Makeup
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INSPO 20 Pretty in Pink
Show a fiercely feminine attitude with any shade of pink eyeshadow.
21 Don’t Blow It
The season’s coolest hair looks save time and embrace natural texture by ditching the dryer.
F E AT U R E S & G A L L E R I E S 24 Homegrown Hits
Four hot new Canadian beauty brands to celebrate this Canada Day.
27 Makeup and the Modern Man
Male makeup is becoming mainstream thanks to new formulas and hot YouTubers.
33 The Canadian Beauty Awards
In 25 categories filled with over 100 finalists: Check out the winners of this year’s best in beauty.
cosmetics Director, Beauty Publications & Awards James R. Hicks Editor-in-Chief Alex Laws Art Director Sandi Pilon Web Editor Heather Marrin Creative and Production Manager Stephanie Hicks Web Content and Design Marrin Hicks Creative Inc. Editorial inquiries: alaws@cosmeticsalliance.ca Advertising & event inquiries: jhicks@cosmeticsalliance.ca Vol. 47, No. 2 — Summer 2018
Cosmetics Alliance President and CEO Darren Praznik
ADVISOR TOOLS 77 Salut, Beauté
In French, Vânia Aguiar gives the scoop on what’s hot in Quebec — and beyond!
85 Ask an Expert
Lifetime Achievement Award winner Romaine Bond shares her summer sales tips.
88 Ingredient 101
Radiant, bright skin is one reason to be sweet on licorice.
IN EVERY ISSUE 7
Editor’s & Publisher’s notes
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Contributors
Summer survival secrets from the talent behind this issue.
89 #BeautyGram
We take inspiration from the feed of the mega makeup artist Glamzilla.
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Director, Finance & Administration Michele Follows Manager, Digital Media & Communications Amy Sutherland Director, Media & Communications Susan Nieuwhof Manager, Membership & Administration Michele Davis Manager, Beauty Specialist Certification Program Diane Kozak Cosmetics Alliance, Suite 102, 420 Britannia Rd E, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3L5 5
UP FRONT
SUMMER FUN A Canadian Beauty Industry Success
Photos: Photos: Tktktktktktk David Hawes (Hicks), Max Abadian (Laws).
THE FIRST CANADIAN BEAUTY AWARDS
held in Toronto a few weeks ago were a resounding success according to attendees and sponsors alike. This inaugural event focused on and rewarded the best in innovation and new launches in over 20 different categories. Over 340 industry enthusiasts attended the gala celebration at the Carlu event theatre, while over 1,000 people watched it on our website. We had over 25,000 consumers vote for our Consumers Choice awards this year in the skincare, makeup and fragrance categories. The finalists and winners are all featured in this issue in a 45-page section starting on page 33. And next year we are very excited to be bringing these awards back to Montreal. So mark your calendars — the Canadian Beauty Awards will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Montreal. Congratulations again to all our finalists and winners this year.
Jim Hicks, DIRECTOR, BEAUTY PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS @JIMHICKSTWEETS
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Season Kickoff I LOVE SUMMER.
The way colours seem brighter, everything smells more vibrant and a sense of excitement fills the air. We kicked off the season early last month at the Canadian Beauty Awards — a perfect high-energy evening that applauded the best in the business. It was a balmy, exciting night and one that you can now relive whatever the season on our Cosmeticsmag.com homepage. Next on the celebratory agenda comes Canada Day, and in “Homegrown Hits” (page 24) you’ll meet four brands that make you proud to be Canadian any day of the year. We’re fêting men, too, in our shopfloor study on how they can wear makeup better. (The surprising main mistake: wearing too much.) On top of that you’ll find the usual hot new product launches spanning suncare, makeup, skincare and fragrance. We look forward to hearing which ones define your season and help you channel summer long into fall.
Alex Laws, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @MISS_LAWS @LEX_LAWS
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UP FRONT
CONTRIBUTORS The faces behind the issue and their summer survival secrets
Sandi Pilon
@sandi_bean
WORKED ON: “Everything! (Haha.) The overall design of the Summer 2018 issue.”
@moriahrcampbell
WORKED ON: “Makeup and the Modern Man” (page 27). MOST SURPRISING DISCOVERY: “I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to find men willing to speak about their love of makeup. Everyone I approached was happy just to chat about how men and makeup are evolving together.” BEAT-THE-HEAT TIP: “I never go out without a bottle of the Avène Thermal Water. It’s a boost of hydration and a great way to cool off in a pinch.”
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BEAT-THE-HEAT TIP: “Caudalie Beauty Elixir. I love this face spray so much. The essential oil mix (mint and rosemary) refreshes me every time!”
Heather Marrin
@heathermich
WORKED ON: “The issue’s colourful trends and new beauty launches (pages 10 to 21).” MOST SURPRISING DISCOVERY: “Sleeping with my hair braided actually works for me! I’ve also now started doing it just underneath my top layer if I don’t want to leave any notice-
able crimp, but need a polished boost.” BEAT-THE-HEAT TIP: ”This summer, I will not leave the house without the Shiseido Wetforce Clear Stick UV Protector Broad Spectrum 50+. It legit goes on clear and takes up no room in my fanny pack.”
Photos: Tktktktktktk
Moriah Campbell
MOST SURPRISING DISCOVERY: “Coming up with the right visual for the cover was tough! With men’s makeup, our award winners and upcoming
trends, it was hard to pick what to showcase!”
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BEAUTY BUZZ
Hot Ticket
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@OCEANS8MOVIE
Mark your calendar with summer’s beauty happenings 1. Ocean Deep Our calendars were marked the minute the launch date for Oceans 8 was announced (June 8). The female-dominated spinoff of the movie franchise stars Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna and a whack of other fiercely cool women. 2. Give Us A Wink Share your wink on June 14 with #WinkDay and @LGFBCanada. For every post, Shoppers LOVE. YOU. will donate $5 to Look Good Feel Better, which helps women to look and feel themselves after a cancer diagnosis.
@LGFBCANADA
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Photos: Halima Jama Photography (Medulla & Co.)
5. Treat Your Tresses Toronto salon Medulla & Co. has partnered with Holt Renfrew to open in-store salons at the Square One Shopping Centre this summer and CF Pacific Centre in Vancouver in fall. Full hair services and signatureTO112 products, which expand into styling this month, will be available.
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@CALGARYSTAMPEDE
4. Stampede Style We look for inspiration in unusual places, and the Calgary Stampede, July 6 to 15, is no exception. Grab your Stetson and enjoy live acts or just go shopping — from the Chinook Centre to Inglewood and Fourth Street Mission, the city spoils you for choice.
@SHANIATWAIN
3. Giddy Up We’re dusting off our cowboy boots and heading stage left as one of Canada’s favourite country-pop legends, Shania Twain, makes eight stadium stops from June 25 to July 7 to promote her first album in 15 years.
BEAUTY BUZZ
1. @ BE YO N CE
Power paintbox shades are all we need this season to create a fresh, bold look
@PETRAFCOLLINS
colour Theory
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1. Queen Bey in Proenza Schouler and DSquared2 poolside. 2 & 3. Canadian artist Petra Collins paints her Insta feed primary hues. 4. Rock trio Haim sports monochromatic Versace for their Fashion Week appearance. 5. Fashion house Marni feeling blue backstage at Milan Fashion Week S/S 2018. 6. Made in NYC, Novis opts for flowy, rainbow hues at NYFW 2018. 7. Vitra furniture showcases the pieces from their colourful exhibition at Milan Design Week 2018.
@HAIMTHEBAND
Haim, was snapped wearing bold, monochromatic, head-to-toe Versace, we knew it was time to consider trading spring pastels for brighter shades. Then, when Canadian artist Petra Collins started tinting her social feed with tonal filters reminiscent of our colour wheels in grade school, it solidified our affection for basic primary hues. The colour experts confirm: Executive director of the Pantone Colour Institute Leatrice Eiseman suggests the reason for the shift to the classic brights is simple. “People need to stop and smile,” she says. A rainbow of haute couture had us grinning ear-to-ear courtesy of fashion week sluggers Marc Jacobs, Phillip Lim and Calvin Klein, as did a full spectrum of Crayola-inspired beauty looks at Marni and Novis. Interior trend-hunters at the Milan Design show were coveting vibrant copies of the runway trends, too — predicting intense pops of primary are coming soon to locations near you. — Heather Marrin
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NEW IN STORES FRAGRANCE | MAKEUP |
SUNCARE | SKINCARE
Well, hello patio season! Similar to what we seek in our fave rosés, we’ve found the perfect balance of fresh and dry in a few of summer’s new fragrance launches to carry us through to dusk. Not too sweet, both Clean Reserve and Prada serve up approachable, citrus juices perfect for all-day wear, with smooth, dry finishes. Clean Reserve’s new Acqua Neroli couples sparkling notes of bergamot, mandarin and Sicilian orange with an acqua musk, and Prada’s Les Infusions de Prada Mandarine marries bitter orange with green tangerine for just the right amount of tart. Rounding out our fruit tray, best enjoyed perched on a terrace, Daisy Love from Marc Jacobs opens with crystallized cloudberries and daisy tree petals warmed up with notes of cashmere and driftwood. — Heather Marrin CLEAN Reserve Acqua Neroli, $130, at Sephora. PRADA Les Infusions de Prada Mandarine,
$180, at select Hudson’s Bay and Nordstrom stores from June 21.
MARC JACOBS Daisy Love, $118, at Hudson’s Bay and Shoppers Drug Mart.
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Photos: Shutterstock (watercolour background).
Alfresco Fragrance
HUDSON’S BAY, CANADA’S MOST APPRECIATED BEAUTY EXPERTS
HUDSON’S BAY BEAUTY MENTOR AS CANADA’S PREMIER BEAUTY DESTINATION, Hudson’s Bay understands the vital role beauty experts play in the Canadian beauty industry. Their passion, expertise and leadership are key reasons why customers develop loyalty to our stores. We scouted the country in search of the finest beauty experts to share their passion and insight. To learn more about pursuing a career in beauty at Hudson’s Bay, visit WWW.HBC.COM.
ALKA VOHRA WHAT IS THE KEY TO GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE? IN MY MIND, the key to customer service is serving the customer from heart and providing them an overall ‘wow’ experience, whether it is helping them find a new product or delighting them with a well known favourite. I like to start from understanding their need. I don’t think one can fake their way into providing quality service. The client is very perceptive and can tell when you are genuinely trying to find a way to solve their need, or are you simply trying to make a sale. Good customer service when provided consistently over a period of time mature into long term relationships. Which is what you ideally want.
Beauty Advisor, Estée Lauder Hudson’s Bay, �ueen St., Toronto, ON 7 years of beauty experience Email address: beautymentor@hbc.com
WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT WORKING AT HBC? I LOVE THAT HUDSON’S BAY believes in creating interactions that are meant to totally delight the customers. It is a great company to work for as it provides a supportive environment needed to deliver an exceptional service experience for your client, and still be able to have ‘fun’ while doing so.
WHO WAS YOUR MENTOR WHEN YOU STARTED OUT? WHEN I STARTED OUT, Cynthia Kee was the floor manager. She provided an incredible amount of positive support and encouragement to me. I’d like to emphasize that this initial support can mean a lot to a new comer as it can give them the backing they need to chart out a successful career. These are the kinds of individuals who believe in you even before you have had a chance to show success. They make a huge difference. Along the way, I have also learnt a lot from Natalie Rodriguez who has greatly helped me strengthen my product expertise and polish my selling skills. She has made me comfortable with my own unique selling style. I am grateful to her. Feel free to reach out to me at any time, regardless of the question. Email me at beautymentor@hbc.com.
NEW IN STORES
Innovative
1. Flawless Face Designed to defend against environmental stress and sun damage in one step, this new tinted moisturizer is loaded with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to moisturize and protect.
SUNCARE Amp up your sun protection with high-tech formulas and luxurious textures 1.
REVERSA Urban
Protection Hydrating Care SPF 30, $47, at Shoppers Drug Mart.
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2. Shine Free Longtime antishine sun-care specialist La RochePosay has two new additions. A cooling after-sun gel with 76 percent thermal water is packed with antioxidants, and Anthelios Dry Touch SPF 60 is an easily absorbed gel-cream. LA ROCHE-POSAY
Posthelios Hydra Gel, $25, Anthelios Dry Touch SPF 60, $29, at Shoppers Drug Mart.
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Ombrelle’s latest sun protectors are its first hypoallergenic offerings. Another first is the brand’s 100 percent alcohol-free SPF lotion spray suitable for sensitive skin. OMBRELLE 100 Per-
cent Mineral Sunscreen Lotion, $18, Kids Ultra Gentle Lotion Spray, $18, at drugstores.
5. Natural
Connection
A lightweight natural sunscreen offering SPF 20, LaSpa’s zincbased lotion gives great protection with a velvety texture. It’s also loaded with antioxidants to help defend your skin against pollutants. LASPA SPF 20 Daily
Sun Protection Mineral Sunscreen Lotion, $44, at select spas and Beautysense.ca.
6. Colour +
Protection
Vichy’s first antishine facial sunscreen has a thick, luxurious texture. With a matte finish, it offers 80 minutes of high protection. VICHY Ideál Soleil
SHISEIDO UV Lip Colour
Operator 4.
Minerals
Shiseido’s suncare line extensions are so hi-tech and colourful that many double as makeup. New limited-edition UV Lip Colour Splash sheer glosses are tinted, super smooth and SPF 30.
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4. Mighty
Anti-Shine Dry Touch lotion, $29, at drugstores.
Splash SPF 30, $30, at Hudson’s Bay, Sephora and Shoppers Drug Mart.
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HUDSON’S BAY, CANADA’S MOST APPRECIATED BEAUTY EXPERTS
HUDSON’S BAY BEAUTY MENTOR AS CANADA’S PREMIER BEAUTY DESTINATION, Hudson’s Bay understands the vital role beauty experts play in the Canadian beauty industry. Their passion, expertise and leadership are a key reason why customers develop loyalty to our stores. We’ve scoured the country in search of the very finest beauty experts to share their expertise and advice. To learn more about pursuing a career in beauty at Hudson’s Bay, visit WWW.HBC.COM.
WHO WAS YOUR MENTOR WHEN YOU STARTED OUT? I STARTED OFF AS AN ESTHETICIAN. My first mentor was Mrs. Regine Férrère who owns a private beauty school (where l received my diploma). I look up to her because of her integrity and passion. She showed me all the steps to excellent customer service in perfumery. l admire her because she always treats everyone with respect and has a great sense of business. Feel free
to reach out to me at any time, regardless of the question. Email me at beautymentor@hbc.com.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT WORKING AT HBC? WHAT I LOVE MOST about working at the Hudson’s Bay is the planning of every event. The challenge of bringing a new synergy and atmosphere between the customers and my team.
WHAT IS THE KEY TO GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE? THE KEY to a great customer service is to be attentive and l work hard to understand my customers concerns to make sure she gets the best results. Overall, l am always empathetic towards my customer’s needs.
CHRISTELLE VILLEY BERNIER Beauty Advisor, Clarins counter Hudson’s Bay, Carrefour Laval, �C 2 years of beauty experience Email address: beautymentor@hbc.com
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SKINCARE Brighten and boost: Summer’s best new launches will hydrate, increase radiance and even encourage your beauty sleep By Heather Marrin 2.
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1. Stress Release
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Now available in handy pump dispensers and renamed to communicate each product’s key attributes, Weleda’s body oils have been given a makeover. Our pick: The Muscle Massage Oil is formulated with arnica, best known for its ability to reduce swelling, and plant oils from sunflower and olive to improve elasticity and firmness. WELEDA Muscle
Massage Oil, $28.05, at Whole Foods, natural health-food stores and Well.ca.
2. Got Milk?
Effectively removing both waterproof mascara and sunscreen, Chanel’s latest makeup remover combines the comfort of a glass of milk with the freshness of a glass of water by transforming its consistency upon application. Massage onto dry skin and remove with a cotton pad. CHANEL Le Lait
Fraîcheur D’eau AntiPollution Cleansing Milk-to-Water, $53, at Chanel counters.
3. Brighten Up!
Formulated to combat acne scars and discolouration, SkinCeuticals’ new spot treatment features the gold-standard skin-lightening ingredient tranexamic acid as well as kojic acid, commonly used in whitening products to limit melanin production. Layerable and safe for daily use, the future is, quite literally, bright. SKINCEUTICALS
Discoloration Defense, $125, at SkinCeuticals.ca.
4. Sleep Easy
A sleep spray might not sound like skincare, but catching enough zzzs is a major factor contributing to the appearance of skin. Ensure you’re getting your beauty sleep with this pillow spritz that features a superblend of lavender, vetiver and camomile to help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. Now available in a limitededition jumbo size. THIS WORKS 250mL
Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, $79, at Sephora.
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5. Vitamin Fix
With recent research suggesting superhero Vitamin C can actually enhance the skin’s natural defence system to reveal brighter skin from within, this antioxidant-rich serum from Dermalogica delivers aminopropyl ascorbyl phosphate, one of the most stable and effective forms of vitamin C to combat fine lines and ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinate to help even skin tone. DERMALOGICA
BioLumin-C Serum, $118, at Dermalogica.ca from June 14.
6. Mineral Mask
Biotherm’s latest launch delivers the highest concentration of 5-perfect Life Plankton, an exclusive Biotherm cocktail comprised of active minerals, vitamins, sugars, plants and yeast extract. This essence mask promises intensely hydrated and smooth skin in just eight minutes when used in sync with the skin’s natural turnover cycle (twice
a week for four weeks continuously). BIOTHERM Life Plank-
ton Essence Mask, $64 for six, at drugstores from July.
7. Summer
Companion
This multi-tasking Dragon’s Blood Essence Mist is a refreshing fruity spritz that’s perfect after cleansing or for a quick refresh anytime. Packed with vitamin B to increase skin elasticity and even out tone, as well as dragon’s blood plant extract to soothe and replenish the skin, it’s a seasonal saviour. RODIAL Dragon’s
Blood Essence Mist, $52, at Murale.
8. Complexion
Enhancer
With a lightweight texture suitable for daily use, this magnifying gel packed with active ingredients is formulated to reduce signs of aging and deliver ultimate hydration for a perfect glow. LISE WATIER PerfeXion
Anti-Aging Mattifying Gel Corrector, $55, at Lisewatier.com.
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Must-Have
MAKEUP From flush cheeks to glowing skin and sheer lips, we’re hot for summer’s luminous skin looks By Alex Laws 1.
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1. Orgasm
Expansion
Four new Orgasm products from Nars promise to put some excitement into your summer makeup look. Super sheer and hydrating Afterglow Lip balm, and Full Vinyl Lip Lacquer with a vivid reflective finish, give lips a freshly kissed look. Meanwhile, silky soft limitededition Orgasm Blush blends peachy pink hues for the ultimate flush. NARS Orgasm Afterglow
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Lip Balm, $35, Full Vinyl Lip Lacquer, $34, Limited-Edition Blush, $52, at Sephora.ca now and Hudson’s Bay, Nordstrom and Murale and BeautyBoutique by Shoppers Drug Mart from July 1.
2. Shimmer
& Shine
Chanel’s new light and airy summer makeup collection mixes sun-kissed skin with soft, sheer, transparent colour. A palette of milky pink, gentle aqua, gold and bronze spans the sheer lip crayons and nail enamels, giving a hint of colour for that just-steppedoff-the-beach look.
CHANEL Le Rouge
Crayon de Couleur, $43, Le Vernis Longue Tenue, $32, Palette Essentielle Été, $85, at Chanel beauty counters and Chanel.ca.
3. Hot
Highlighters
With bronzer and highlighter in one, the Paul and Joe limited-edition compacts are the perfect space saver for the girl on the go. Dust on Heat Wave (a sweet terracotta pink with a glowing inner radiance) or Hot Spell (a rich terracotta red) across the tops of cheeks and down the nose for a naturally sunny look, sans the UVA and UVB rays. With moisturizing white lily extract and orange flower water, the application makes skin f eel refreshed and look radiant. PAUL AND JOE Beauté
Powder Blush, $21, Paul and Joe Beauté Compact Limited, $10, at Beautyboutique.ca and limited Shoppers Drug Mart locations.
4. Lip Locking
Made from over 77 per cent water, Clarins Water Lip
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Stains live up to their names. The utra-lightweight formulas allow for buildable non-transferable colour in four new fruity shades, with softening organic raspberry water and super-hydrating aloe vera extract. CLARINS Water Lip
Stain, $25, at Hudson’s Bay, Shoppers Drug Mart and Clarins.com.
5. Instant
Radiance
Worn on moisturized skin, this gel highlighter is cool to apply and instantly revitalizes the complexion. Containing five forms of coconut and provitamin B5 to help hydrate and nourish skin; wear alone or mix with your foundation for an inner glow. This limited-edition rose-gold shade is the perfect sunkissed vibe.
brush set. This one from Quo has every kind you could need, from angled brow to huge powder brush — perfect for dusting mattifying powder over any dewy pores. QUO Brush Set, $60, at
Shoppers Drug Mart.
7. Fresh
Complexion
This limited-edition palette is instant glowing summer skin of the sweep-on variety. Containing full sizes of Hoola Rockateur and Dandelion Twinkle, plus a bonus mini Goof Proof Brow Pencil, it’s everything you need for a fresh beachy look. BENEFIT Pretty in the
USA, $60, at Shoppers Drug Mart from July.
MARC JACOBS Dew
Drops Coconut Gel Highlighter in Fantasy, $55, at Sephora.
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TRENDS TO TRY
Pretty in Pink
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We heard you, Stephen Sardella. Pink is always perfect!
Trend Nº 1
PINK EYESHADOW @MAISONVALENTINO
Top: House of Holland S/S 2018. Look: Thick-winged cat-eye that stops just below the browline. Bottom left: Rihanna at Coachella. Look: Electric-pink eyeliner and mascara. Bottom right: Valentino S/S 2018. Look: Pink shadow draped to the peak of the cheek bone.
BEST FOR:
@PRISCILLAONO
touch of ’90s grunge — we’re looking at this season through rose-coloured glasses. The sweet shade accented our Instagram feeds long before Rose Quartz was named Colour of the Year or Millennial Pink was a thing. Now fearless pop artists like Janelle Monáe are reclaiming the shade as a mark of female empowerment, singing, “Cause boy it’s cool if you got blue, we got PYNK!” and aptly coloured female reproductive systems are showing up on T-shirts and buttons. Pink got some punch. “Pink is always perfect!” says Shiseido’s regional trainer, Stephen Sardella. Models’ lids at the Alberto Zambelli S/S18 show in Milan were dusted with the hue, while House of Holland S/S 18 in London opted for a thickwinged, dramatic cat-eye. When it comes to picking the right pink, it’s as much about texture as colour. “Creams are easy to blend on the eyes and cheeks, and you can apply them over a powder and liquid base,” he says. Keeping the shade gentler and to a specific area is daytime-friendly: “A pink shimmer on the centre of the lid makes a soft statement,” he says. — Heather Marrin
@HOUSEOFHOLLAND
FEELING FIERCELY FEM with a
Tool Kit
SHISEIDO
Paperlight Cream Eye Colour, $33, at Hudson’s Bay.
SMASHBOX
24 Hour Photo Finish Shadow Primer, $26, at Sephora.
NYX
Vivid Brights Creme Colour, $10, at Nyxcosmetics.com.
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Don’t Blow It
Trend Nº 2
AIR-DRIED LOCKS
Top right: Akris S/S 2018. Look: Guido Palau traded heat tools for Redken’s No Blow Dry Cream to cut down on frizz. Middle: Felice Nova Noordhoff backstage at Givenchy S/S 2018. Look: A natural textured mane inspired by sexy bed-head hair. Bottom right: Style icons Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen. Look: The twins’ stylist says their natural waves are courtesy of air-drying and using dry shampoo like a texture spray.
@MKASTYLE
dryer), one of the season’s most coveted hairstyles both saves time and champions natural hair textures thanks to nothing more than a little product and some fresh air. From messy middle parts at Valentino to natural waves at Akris and Givenchy, hair guru Guido Palau ditched the blow dryer in exchange for Redken’s No Blow Dry Cream to create a series of sexy bed-head looks for S/S 2018 presentations. Director of events and education for L’Oréal, Angele Charette, says of the trend, “Let it air dry, baby!” Giving your hair a “hot-tool break” also comes with benefits. “Heat styling can cause premature colour fading and dry ends if you’re not using the correct blow-dry heat protector, and breakage if you’re over-using your styling tools,” she says. To get the “I just woke up like this” look, Charette says, “An air dry product [applied to damp hair] is a must to keep hair soft, shiny and frizz-free,” and if your hair is coarse or curly in texture, a deep-nourishing conditioner is key. — Heather Marrin
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COMING IN HOT (sans the blow
BEST FOR:
From casual Friday to Sunday brunch — let the wind blow your hair back all weekend long.
Tool Kit
BIOLAGE
Styling Air Dry Glotion, $20, at Matrixprofessional.ca from July.
GARNIER
Nourishing Treat 1 Minute Hair Mask + Coconut Extract, $6, at drugstores.
BUMBLE AND BUMBLE
Don’t Blow It Fine (H)air Styler, $37, at Sephora.
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ANNIVERSARY PROMOTION
A DECADE OF IDC This year, beloved Canadian dermo-cosmetic skincare line IDC celebrates 10 years of innovation. Co-founder Eric Dupont, PhD PhysiologyEndocrinology, gives us the inside scoop on this hot Quebec brand
Cosmetics: What does IDC stand for? Eric Dupont: “IDC stands for Integral Dermo Correction — our products are engineered with a complete approach to understanding and preventing skin aging.” Cosmetics: Who created the brand? Dupont: “I founded IDC, with my brother Luc. We are both Canadian entrepreneurs with a passion for comprehensive science. We also founded four international health and beauty companies, and in each we put research and quality first.” Cosmetics: How did IDC come about? Dupont: “After selling ingredients to major cosmetic companies, we realized that the guidelines for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries were very different. In cosmetics, too often the concentration of ingredients in the finished formula were not as high, leading to a lack of efficacy. Customers paid for marketing claims and products formulated for their sensory attributes. We wanted to change that.” Cosmetics: Why did you decide to focus on aging? Dupont: “For years I worked with a team of international scientists researching the causes of skin aging and finding the best molecules to counter them all at once. We created REGEN(16) technology and IDC 10 years ago to target 16 causes of skin aging.” Cosmetics: What makes IDC stand out? Dupont: “We rely on decades of expertise in discovering groundbreaking molecules, and a multidisciplinary team of skin specialists that stay up-to-date on the latest anti-aging research. We built a reputation on safe, stable and clinically efficient formulas.” Cosmetics: What is REGEN(16)? Dupont: “REGEN(16) is a highly concentrated complex of cutting-edge ingredients — including plant and marine extracts, peptides and biotech molecules. It delivers visible results and effectively combines the benefits of many traditional anti-aging skincare products into a single formula. It’s supported by eight clinical studies and rigorous tests, making IDC a safe and leading evidence-based skincare brand.”
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WHICH IDC PRODUCT COLLECTION ARE YOU?
IDC offers eight distinctive collections. Pick your personality If You’re: A MINIMALIST MAVEN
Pick: Pure It gently deep cleans and exfoliates to leave skin fresh and radiant. If You’re: A STRESSEDOUT PRO
DÉCENNIE D’INNOVATION
Cette année, la populaire marque canadienne de dermocosmétiques IDC célèbre 10 années d’innovation. Éric Dupont, Ph. D. en physiologie-endocrinologie, a fondé l’entreprise avec son frère Luc afin de créer des produits misant avant tout sur la qualité et la recherche. Le duo a collaboré avec une équipe de scientifiques pour mettre au point REGEN(16), le complexe exceptionnel de la marque, conçu pour cibler les 16 signes du vieillissement cutané. Sa formule très concentrée en ingrédients de pointe donne des résultats supportés cliniquement et confère aux collections anti-âge leur efficacité et leur caractère unique.
IDC products are available starting at $25.99 at dermo counters in all good pharmacies in Quebec, at Idcdermo.com and at Beautyboutique.ca.
Pick: Boost This super-powered concentrate amps up your skin’s energy levels and beauty ritual’s results. If You’re: A MULTITASKING MOM
Pick: Express The time-saving allin-one REGEN(16) formula powers serums and moisturizers for face, eyes and neck. If You’re: A FUN FASHIONISTA
Pick: Ideal It visibly reduces fines lines while firming, toning and restoring your skin’s radiance with REGEN(16)powered formulas.
If You’re: A TIMELESS BEAUTY
Pick: Ultime Enhances skin’s density and elasticity, and smooth deep lines, with highly concentrated REGEN(16) . If You’re: YOUNG AT HEART
Pick: Hydra Long-lasting hydration quenches skin and protects it from environmental aggressors for a healthy, youthful appearance. If You’re: A LEADING MAN
Pick: Men’s line Powerful REGEN(16) skincare tailored to men's needs and post-shaving concerns. If You’re: A TOP-TO-TOE BEAUTY LOVER
Pick: Profil Ultra-concentrated and clinically-supported REGEN(16) body-care line gives visible results from the neck down.
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H o meg r own hi TS Four hot new Canadian beauty brands By Courtney Greenberg
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Who: Brandi Leifso, Toronto What: Brandi Leifso went from living in a women’s shelter to becoming the founder and CEO of her own company, Evio Beauty Group Inc. She created Evelyn Iona Cosmetics in 2014 to 24
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Who: Deqa Mohamud and her daughters Ilhan, Iman and Ifrah Abdullahi, Vancouver, B.C. What: This line of organic skincare products created by the Somali Canadian sisters and their mother in 2017 is made without parabens and is halal-certified. “Originally we created Rasmi because our youngest sister suffers from extreme eczema and her skin is easily irritated,” says co-founder Ilhan Abdullahi. After research and testing, the sisters came up with a body butter that didn’t aggravate her skin and Rasmi Skincare was born. It’s affordable and cruelty-free, and the ingredients are sourced from Canada and Somalia. The brand is also putting women in focus. In March, it hosted an event with performances, a panel of speakers and product giveaways, in support of refugees. Hero product: Hydrating Shea & Goat Milk Body Butter, $20, is packed with vitamin E to nourish skin. Lavender and coconut oil soothe and keep skin hydrated. Where to get it: Rasmiskincare.com @rasmiskincare
show that beauty products can be community-based and cruelty-free. Proceeds from the products go to organizations like the Canadian Women’s Foundation. “Using conscious lifestyle products is an easy way to help impact your skin, planet and community in a positive way,”
she says. This year, Evelyn Iona was the only Canadian brand featured in Sephora’s Accelerate Program. The line boasts products like organic mascara made with coffee and vibrant lip glosses with shea butter. Hero product: Green Tea Primer, $20. With ingredi-
ents like aloe oil, this vegan primer smooths fine lines and soothes skin, and helps makeup last longer. Where to get it: Evelyniona.com @EvelynIona
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VOIR HAIRCARE
Who: Nia Schindle and a collective of co-founders, Toronto What: Voir products have more than beautiful packaging and premium ingredients, like red clover and bamboo extracts. The brand, which launched in 2017, provides quality hair care for all types, from poker straight to loose curls to tight coils. The artwork featured on each bottle is inspired by Canada’s four seasons, and the majority of its active ingredients are sourced from local suppliers. Hero product: A Walk in the Sun, $55. With the ever-changing seasons, this hair oil can repair damage and combat static during the dry winter months. The oil can also be left in overnight for deep conditioning. Where to get it: Voirhaircare.com @VoirHaircare
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ELLEBOX
Who: Taran Ghatrora and Bunny Ghatrora, Vancouver What: Two sisters are helping women feel pampered on their periods with self-care packages by Ellebox (rumoured to be rebranding as Blume later this month) — a delivery service with luxurious wellness products as well as organic tampons and pads. Each box comes with other goodies, too, like body scrubs, hand balm, tea and chocolate. The idea stemmed from co-founder Taran Ghatrora’s experience studying abroad: She was ordering essentials online because she didn’t have a car and she noticed “there was a subscription available for everything from bacon to razors, but periods happen every month and were completely overlooked.” In 2016 she created Ellebox to celebrate what is inherently female, says Taran. Hero product: The Self Care Bundle ($35/month) comes with little gifts and a customizable mix of tampons and pads, and you can treat yourself to trying cool new body products, too. Where to get it: Elleboxco.com Elleboxco 25
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Makeup and the Modern Man
How the mainstream male is beginning to find the beauty in the beauty department By Moriah Campbell SUMMER 2018 | COSMETICSMAG.COM
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concealers and face powders have filled women’s vanities since the 1920s, when the movie industry boomed and Hollywood starlets attracted females to the world of cosmetics. Now, 100 years later, the cosmetics industry is beginning to welcome a new wave of consumers: men. With the rise of social media platforms like YouTube and Instagram, men applying and wearing makeup is becoming an accepted part of mainstream culture. Beauty influencer Bretman Rock has gained a following of 9.7 million on Instagram for his hilarious selfie-video makeup tutorials, and YouTube sensation Jeffree Star, known for his loud and proud makeup looks, has over seven million subscribers. Major cosmetics brands have jumped on the bandwagon as well, featuring male brand ambassadors in ad campaigns. For example, Covergirl led the charge when it shot Beauty YouTuber James Charles in its So Lashy advertisement sporting smokedout pink shadow and his signature faux freckles. Annabelle took a more natural approach in its Perfect Flawless collection campaign by shooting a male model wearing a “no makeup” makeup look. And it’s not just the big brands that are responding to this new wave of consumers. Dale Millstein is the founder of Zuse, a Toronto-based company that carries cosmetics and grooming products designed for men. Millstein says he has noticed a change in attitudes and an increase in male customers looking for men’s makeup, but he still feels there is a stigma to overcome. “At a certain age, mothers take it upon 28
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Lipsticks,
Makeup Bag themselves to teach their daughters how to apply makeup for the first time. Fathers, uncles and grandfathers don’t tend to initiate that same education when it comes to shaving or grooming,” says Millstein. That’s where Millstein comes in: He also organizes classes and events through Zuse to help educate his local customers about proper use and application of products. “I wanted to create a comfortable environment for guys to ask questions and buy products specifically for them,” he says. Understanding the different needs of men’s skin when it comes to makeup and skincare is an important factor, says Toronto-based dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett. “Men have a thicker epidermis and dermis than women,” says Dr. Kellett. Having this thicker layer of skin and facial hair gives men slightly more protection from sun exposure, but it also makes it more difficult for skincare products to penetrate the dermis. “I recommend moisturizers and sunscreens that are clear, alcohol- or water-based for men, because it is difficult to put cream on a hair-bearing area,” says Dr. Kellett. Water-based formulas tend to be thinner than oil-based creams, more easily absorbed by the skin and less likely to get trapped in the hair above. Similarly applying makeup over stubble and hair growth can prove to be a challenge, and that’s where tinted moisturizers like Mygeo’s Fonteint Hydrating Enhancer can help. These products are designed to enhance and even out the skin tone, without leaving a foundation residue on facial hair. Although the attention that is being given to male-specific products is unprecedented, national makeup artist for Dior Jeffery Pearson (a.k.a. Jefferson) says, men have
Camo Cover The size and shape of a Blistex tube, this coverup comes in three different shades making it easy for men to cover blemishes or dark circles on the go. MENAJI SKINCARE Camo Concealer,
$40.75, Shopzuse.com.
Ace of Base This hydrating gel-like formula feels like water and quickly absorbs into men’s thick skin so it’s perfect for applying under makeup. BIOTHERM Homme Aquapower Oligo-Thermal Care Ultra Moisturizing, $38, at Shoppers Drug Mart.
Moisturizing Multi-Tasker This all-in-one product is perfect for the busy guy who wants to protect, enhance, and even out skin in one step. LAB Series BB Tinted Moisturizer
SPF 35, $44, Labseries.com.
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“...What matters is being comfortable with what you’re doing and how you’re doing it.” been using women’s products for decades, but it’s important to find those that enhance rather than recreate your features. “When I wear makeup I want it to look like I’m not wearing makeup, and I think there are a lot of really great men-friendly products in women’s lines,” says Jefferson. “For example, my go-to product is Dior’s skin perfecting super primer DreamSkin — it minimizes the look of pores and it can look flawless with or without a foundation or tinted moisturizer.” Tinted moisturizer and concealer to cover up dark under-eye circles are the key sellers in men’s makeup. But for those who want to wear a little more without delving into RuPaul territory, there are natural ways to enhance your look. “Wearing a brown mascara can be a really good way of subtly bringing attention to the eyes without being obvious, and you can always moisturize the lips with a good-quality balm with just a hint of colour,” he says. Companies are saying that male-targeted makeup counters in department stores are closer than we think. Until then, Millstein’s advice is to explore for yourself and try as many products as you can to find out what works for your skin. “Don’t pay mind to what people think,” he says. “What matters is being comfortable with what you’re doing and how you’re doing it.” A-men. 30
#BeautyTroop We turned to the guys in the know — our trusted Beauty Advisors — for their top tips and the pitfalls to avoid
Who: Shayne Fukala, Beauty Advisor Shoppers Drug Mart Spring Garden Road Key products? “I love Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz, and always less is more when it comes to brow products because you don’t want to overfill. I use light strokes to create a nice natural look.” Top Tip: “Don’t listen to others. Do what you feel comfortable with. When I started wearing makeup people always told me I couldn’t wear lipstick because I’m a male. But if you want to just do it.”
Who: Chad Clarke, Regional Demo with Clarins Key products? “I love the Lise Watier Hydra BB and Clarins SOS primer in peach. I warm them in my hands and apply using clean fingers with a dusting of powder overtop. It gives a much more natural finish than using my foundation brush.” Top Tip: “Most men wear too much full-coverage foundation and it’s not necessary. Men have thicker skin than women and they don’t need as much as they think.”
Who: Jason Spurrell, Beauty Advisor Shoppers Drug Mart Robie & Almond Key products? “For shadow I love the Nyx Perfect Filter collections. I always stick with nudes and neutrals for a subtle look, and blending is key. If you make it nice and soft you can’t go wrong.” Top Tip: “A lot of guys I see are not getting the right colour match for their foundation. The best way to avoid that ever-dreaded foundation line is just asking the BA in your beauty aisle for a colour match.”
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2018’s
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Best in Beauty 25 categories, 14 judges, 1,000 ballots, 100 finalists — the first-ever Canadian Beauty Awards exploded with the industry’s ultimate fave products. Here we celebrate the evening’s brightest stars
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Meet the Judges Freelance writer & contributing beauty editor at the Globe and Mail
Jill Dunn
Nathalie Atkinson
Editor, Vânia Le Blogue!
Deborah Fulsang
Lesa Hannah
Freelance beauty writer & Marilyn Denis Show resident beauty expert
Freelance beauty writer & editorial director, the Whale & The Rose
Alex Laws
Heather Marrin
Editor Cosmetics magazine
Vânia Aguiar
Freelance writer, columnist at the Globe and Mail
Web editor, Cosmetics magazine
Beauty director, Fashion magazine
Agnes Von Mehren
President, Masters Academy of Decorative Arts and Tattoowall Leasing
Marian Bendeth Global fragrance expert & owner of Sixth Scents
Liza Herz
Freelance beauty writer
Marco Mazzuca
Fragrance Ambassador, HBC Yorkdale
Join the Conversation! If you want the scoop on behindthe-scenes action involving the judges, check out #CBA2018. Kristen Vinakmens Editor-in-Chief, 29secrets.com
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Mickey Tortorelli CTDP, CEO & founder, BeauteSchool Inc.
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PHOTOS: MAY TRUONG (JILL DUNN), MAX ABADIAN (ALEX LAWS)
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REESE WITHERSPOON
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Best Limited Fragrance Launch WINNER! Sensuous Spritz A sensuous and intriguing blend of tobacco, honeysuckle and spicy cedarwood, the Nirvana Amethyst was an instant hit with the judges. A new addition to the fragrance collection of the Elizabeth and James brand, created by Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen, it is housed in equally decadent architecturally inspired packaging. Elizabeth and James
Nirvana Amethyst EDP [Quadrant Cosmetics]
The Finalist
Mugler
Les Exceptions Wonder Bouquet EDP [Clarins]
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be your own beauty Feel gorgeous with 2018’s beauty newcomers, from confidence-boosting cosmetics, to fresh fragrances and more.
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Best Full-Market Fragrance — Men’s WINNER! Textured and Tactile Inspired by the high-tech nature of its men’s fashion line, Prada’s Luna Rosa Carbon eau de toilette is a modern mix of sensual woody notes including patchouli and lavender, with the invigorating freshness of Italian bergamot. The sophisticated scent in a sleek black bottle reached the number-six launch position of 2017. Prada
Luna Rossa Carbon EDT [Puig]
The Finalists
Coach
For Men EDT [Clarins]
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Dolce & Gabbana
Light Blue Eau Intense Pour Homme [Shiseido Fragrance Division BPI]
Hugo Boss
Boss Bottled Tonic EDT [Coty]
John Varvatos Artisan Blu EDT [Elizabeth Arden Fragrances]
Paco Rabanne Invictus Intense EDT [Puig]
Yves Saint Laurent
Y EDT [L’Oréal]
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Best Full-Market Fragrance — Women’s Rose Revolution Natural tuberose absolute harvested from India intertwines with jasmine to transport you into a blooming summer garden in this chic, not sweet, floral fragrance. The number-one seller in Sephora the month after it launched, it is dressed in a vintage-pink bottle made from porcelain, representing the iconic fashion house’s commitment to unique design.
WINNER!
Gucci
Bloom EDP [Coty]
The Finalists
Lancôme
La Vie est Belle L’Eclat EDP [L’Oréal]
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Michael Kors Sexy Ruby EDP [Estée Lauder Companies]
Narciso Rodriguez
‘For Her’ Fleur Musc EDP [Shiseido Fragrance Division BPI]
Tiffany & Co.
EDP [Coty]
Chanel
Gabrielle Chanel EDP
Elizabeth Arden
White Tea EDT [Elizabeth Arden Fragrances]
Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani Because It’s You EDP [L’Oréal]
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Best Skincare — Prestige WINNER! Turbo Turmeric The eighth incarnation of this bestselling serum from Clarins is enhanced by the addition of turmeric, along with 21 other plants and botanicals, to target the signs of aging by increasing cell communication. Judges and consumers alike appreciated the innovative double chamber design offering a choice of measured doses. Clarins
Double Serum Complete Age Control Concentrate
The Finalists
Glamglow
Philosophy
#Glittermask [Estée Lauder Companies]
Biotherm
Blue Therapy Cream-in-Oil [L’Oréal]
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Estée Lauder
Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix [Estée Lauder Companies]
Renewed Hope in a Jar [Coty]
Lancôme Filorga
NCTF-Reverse Supreme Regenerating Cream [Prestilux Inc.]
Advanced Génifique Sensitive Antioxidant Face Serum [L’Oréal]
Clinique Clé de Peau Beauté La
Crème [Shiseido]
Fresh Pressed Daily Booster with Pure Vitamin C 10% [Estée Lauder Companies]
Elizabeth Arden
Advanced Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum
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Best Skincare — Full Market WINNER!
Futuristic Facial The Neutrogena Light Therapy Acne Mask lit up the industry when it launched last year and was a landslide victory in this category. Incorporating clinically proven light therapy used by dermatologists, it harnesses blue light to kill acne-causing bacteria and red light to reduce inflammation and was the number-one launch in the mass-acne category. Neutrogena
Light Therapy Acne Mask [Johnson & Johnson]
The Finalists
Nuxe 48H
Moisturising Cream Crème Fraiche® de Beauté [Prestilux]
Marcelle
Revival+ Skin Renewal Anti-Aging Skincare Line [Groupe Marcelle]
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Bioderma
Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution
Biotherm
Life Plankton Essence [L’Oréal]
Bioderma
Hydrabio Moisturizing Serum
Skin Republic Olay Eyes
Ultimate Eye Cream [P&G Beauty]
Bubble Purifying + Charcoal Face Mask [Quadrant Cosmetics]
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Best Skincare — Derm WINNER!
Wonder Water Vichy Minéral 89 Daily Skin Booster is a super-lightweight formula of which 89 per cent is the brand’s hero ingredient, Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water. Designed to strengthen and plump skin, it contains super-hydrating hyaluronic acid and works to repair the skin’s barrier function and fight free radicals, which helped score it the number-one sales position. Vichy
Minéral 89 Fortifying and Plumping Daily Booster [L’Oréal]
The Finalists
Aveeno
Eczema Care Itch Relief Balm [Johnson & Johnson]
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Bioderma Atoderm Shower Oil
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control Moisturizer
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner
Bioderma Sensibio Eye
La RochePosay Serozinc
Reversa
Radiance Cream SPF 30 [Dermtek Pharma]
Reversa
Uriage
Resurfacing Lait Velouté Smoothing Corps Cream [Dermtek [Prestilux Inc.] Pharma]
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Makeup — Eyes PRESTIGE
WINNER!
Mascara Magic The innovation behind Dior’s Diorshow Pump ’N’ Volume Mascara made it a clear winner in this category. A flexible tube designed, to warm and pump up the product, allows for easier application. A high concentration of waxes in a creamy formula created a dramatic lash look that helped it crack the top 25 mascaras in the country within six months. Dior
Diorshow Pump’N’Volume Mascara
FULL MARKET
WINNER!
Lash Lengthener A lengthening formula with softening Carnauba extract and a 2.5-mm brush grabs and defines the shortest lashes and was a major hit with voters. It’s safe for sensitive eyes and packaged in a chic black and silver tube, which made it a widespread winner with the judging panel and beauty advisors.
The Finalists
Elizabeth Arden
Grand Entrance Mascara
MAC
Girls Personality Palette [Estée Lauder Companies]
The Finalists
CoverGirl
Peacock Flare Mascara [Coty]
Annabelle
Skinny Mascara [Group Marcelle]
Rimmel London Magnif ’Eyes Shadow Palette [Coty]
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Makeup — Lips PRESTIGE
WINNER!
Lipstick Shakeup With its innovative oil-to-stain formula giving major payoff and staying power, it’s no surprise the Lancôme Matte Shaker High Pigment Liquid Lipstick made its mark on the industry. A unique dome-shaped sponge applicator and a range of vibrant hues, along with a playful campaign, made this a liquid lipstick with sales stamina. Lancôme
The Finalists
Clarins
Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil
Lise Watier
Rouge Intense Suprême [Groupe Marcelle]
Matte Shaker Liquid Lipstick [L’Oréal]
Nars
Powermatte Lip Pigment [Shiseido]
Yves Saint Laurent
Tatouage Couture Liquid Matte Lip Stain [L’Oréal]
FULL MARKET
WINNER!
Shimmer Time The professional, high-impact effect of Smashbox Be Legendary Liquid Metal made it a product on every wannabe makeup artist’s list. The mirror-like finish, lightweight, wearable formula and cone-shaped applicator made the product easy to apply and wear, which helped it make up almost a quarter of Smashbox’s lip business last year. Smashbox
Be Legendary Liquid Metal [Estée Lauder Companies]
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The Finalists
Buxom
PowerPlump Lip Balm [Shiseido]
Rimmel London
Stay Matte Liquid Lip Color [Coty]
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Congratulations to this year’s Fragrance & Beauty Awards winners and nominees! Thank you all for continually creating such beautiful collections.
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Makeup — Face PRESTIGE
WINNER!
Silky Complexion The luxurious texture of this ultralight foundation melts into the skin and made it a flawless winner in this category. The silky smooth results of this fine oil-pigment suspension formula last up to 16 hours, blurring imperfections and erasing signs of fatigue, all of which scored it major points with the beauty advisors and the judges.
The Finalists
BareMinerals
BarePro® Performance Wear Liquid Foundation [Shiseido]
Giorgio Armani
Power Fabric Longwear High Coverage Foundation [L’Oréal]
FULL MARKET
WINNER!
Primer with Power A firm favourite with judges and beauty advisors alike, Smashbox Primerizer is a two-in-one moisturizer and makeup base. With hydrating vitamin B3 and hyaluronic acid, the super-light formula is easily absorbed, sets in seconds and gives your base makeup serious staying power, bringing it to number seven in Canada’s primer product ranking.
Laura Mercier
Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Foundation [Shiseido]
The Finalists
CoverGirl + Olay Simply Ageless Collection [Coty]
Smashbox
Photo Finish Primerizer [Estée Lauder Companies ]
ArtDeco
Advent Calendar [Quadrant Cosmetics]
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Simply Ageless Foundation Our triple-action formula evens skin tone, delivers firming moisture, and reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Maye is wearing Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Liquid Foundation in Ivory.
MAYE MUSK Model, It Girl, 69 Years Young
I am what I make up.
© 2017 Noxell Corp.
“ The rules for my age—what I should look like, how I should act—I define for myself.”
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Haircare WINNER!
Moisture Boost Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo & Conditioner contains lipids in a gel network that moisturize hair while you wash. Also in the mix are antioxidants that strengthen hair, and conditioning Pro-Vitamin B5, all of which leave hair shiny and manageable. Pantene Pro-V
The Finalists
Herbal Essences
Bio:Renew Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo & Conditioner [P&G Beauty]
Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo & Conditioner [P&G Beauty]
L’Oréal Paris
Everpure Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner [L’Oréal]
Suncare WINNER!
High-Tech Sunscreen This product caused major waves in the suncare industry when it revealed a new Wetforce technology that makes the sun protection stronger when wet. This easily absorbed formula is water-resistant for 80 minutes, and can double as a makeup base. Positive and negative ions that bond together to create a water-resistant layer against the skin, which scored it the number-one ranking in the total suncare market.
The Finalist
Bioderma
Photoderm Max Compact Mineral SPF 50+
Shiseido
Ultra Sun Protection Lotion WetForce SPF 50+
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*WetForce TechnologyTM is activated when the applied area is exposed to water or perspiration for 30 minutes.
S O N OYA M I Z U N O - AC T R E S S
Beauty sets you free. WetForce Technology™.* The more you play, the more you move, the more you sweat, the more effective it gets. Powerful protection from UV rays. Invisible on skin. #ShiseidoSuncare. Made for action. Made with soul. Sports BB, Ultra Sun Protection Lotion NEW, Clear Stick UV Protector NEW
2018 CANA DIA N BEAUTY AWA RDS
Bodycare WINNER!
Ultimate Skin Soother After six years of research, Bioderma unveiled a major biological innovation that blocks pathogens to limit the inflammation and itching they can cause. This formula encourages ceramide and structural protein production in a smooth, easily absorbed fragrance-free cream. This gentle hydrating lotion saw an 87 per cent increase in sales last year. Bioderma
The Finalists
Caprina
Fresh Goat’s Milk Soap [Canus]
Dermablend
Professional Leg and Body Makeup [L’Oréal]
Atoderm Intensive Baume Ultra-Soothing Balm
Dove
Shower Foam Deep Moisture Foaming Body Wash [Unilever]
Nailcare WINNER!
Olay
Ultra Moisture with Shea Butter Body Wash [P&G Beauty]
Manicure Must The first product on the market to achieve a gel-like finish without a UV lamp, Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Collection gives long-lasting colour in the broadest range of shades, with a chip-resistant finish. The number-one gel brand in Canada for the last four years, 13 bottles are sold every hour in Canada.
The Finalists
Essie
Treat Love & Color (TLC) Collection [L’Oréal]
Sally Hansen
Miracle Gel French Romance Collection [Coty]
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Complete Salon Manicure Black to Basics Collection [Coty]
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Men’s Grooming WINNER!
Hyaluronic-Packed Hydrator Designed to lock in moisture for up to 72 hours, this supercharged formula features a glacial micro-organism first discovered in the ice off Antarctica. Regenerating life plankton and hyaluronic acid boost hydration in this cocktail for your face that was the number-seven men’s moisturizer on the market last year. Biotherm
Aquapower 72H Concentrated Glacial Hydrator [L’Oréal]
The Finalists
Jack Black
Beard Oil [Prestilux Inc.]
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The Art of Shaving
Shaving Cream — Sandalwood Essential Oil [Quadrant Cosmetics]
CW Beggs and Sons Energizing Eye Gel [Group Marcelle]
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Hall of Fame — Men’s WINNER! Being the Boss Number eight nationally in men’s fragrance, this year Boss Bottled celebrates its 20th anniversary and sales are up 52 per cent on its last quarter. With apple at the top, a heart of cinnamon and geranium and woody notes at the base, it’s as stylish and warm, elegant and masculine as the brand’s famously sharp suits. Hugo Boss
Boss Bottled EDT [Coty]
The Finalists
Azzaro
Chrome EDT [Clarins]
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Michel Germain
Sexual Pour Homme EDT
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Hall of Fame — Women’s WINNER!
Canadian Classic Inspired by the magic of the first snowfall of the year, this fragrance was created in 1993. Its unique white-flower bouquet features lily of the valley and jasmine top notes, with magnolia and orange blossom at the heart and sandalwood and musk at the base. This Canadian success story ranks number three in the country and number one in Quebec and in Canada’s luxury distribution it has been in the top 15 since launching 25 years ago. Lise Watier
Neiges EDP [Groupe Marcelle]
The Finalists
Dolce &Gabbana Light Blue EDT [Shiseido Fragrance Division BPI]
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Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy EDP [Elizabeth Arden Fragrances]
Marc Jacobs
Daisy EDT [Coty]
Michel Germain
Sexual EDP
Mugler
Alien EDP [Clarins]
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb EDP [L’Oréal]
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Thank you Canada for making this love story last 25 years.
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Brand Influencers
The brand inf luencer category is a new addition this year to recognize the people who impact consumer buying habits with their tweets, Instagram posts, Facebook feeds and other social media platforms. The Finalists
WINNER!
Jodi Lopez [L’Oréal]
Dave Lackie
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Emily Fox
[Beautywithemily.com]
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Rita Remark [Essie]
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Consumer’s Choice — Men’s Fragrance WINNER!
Consumers loved this citrus cocktail of refreshing mandarin with aromatic juniper at the heart and a woody amber finish. Its blue streamlined bottle is designed to reflect the Mediterranean sea. Dolce & Gabbana
Light Blue Eau Intense Pour Homme [Shiseido Fragrance Division BPI]
Consumer’s Choice — Women’s Fragrance WINNER!
It’s fitting that Tiffany & Co. eau de parfum won the Consumer’s Choice since the sparkly floral musk sold out in Holt Renfrew within two days of launching. With mandarin on the top, precious iris flower at the heart and warm patchouli, it’s packaged in a bottle that mimics the Lucinda cut engagement ring. Tiffany & Co. EDP [Coty]
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Consumer’s Choice — Skincare WINNER!
Glitter Bomb GlamGlow #Glittermask was the first to market in the glitter mask category, sending Instagram feeds into a frenzy. Shimmering particles are suspended within a gel formula containing Icelandic kelp and mineral-rich glacial clay to help skin feel younger and more resilient. Glamglow
#Glittermask [Estée Lauder Companies]
Consumer’s Choice — Makeup WINNER!
Playful Shades MAC Girls Personality Palettes featuring six curated eye and cheek shades and a highlighter are as spirited as they are colourful. The creamy textures have maximum payoff and were the number-one launch program of July and August last year. MAC
Girls Personality Palette [Estée Lauder Companies]
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Winner
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Lifetime Achievement Award
The Finalists
Eric Cook
[Michel Germain]
WINNER!
Scott Lovell [Hudson’s Bay Company]
Carmen Tal
[Dermtek Pharma]
Scott Lovell was born in Hamilton, Ontario, and spent summers camping in Northern Ontario. The seeds of a beautiful almost-40-year career were planted at 13: While a student at Aldershot High School, he began working at the Jaggard’s Florist and Garden Centre in Burlington in 1969. During his employment there he cultivated his eye for visual display, and studied floral design at the University of Guelph during the summer. It stood him in good stead — he was 70
working as a floral designer when he applied to the T. Eaton company. He got the job and was later transferred to the Montreal flagship store, which gave him the chance to learn French as well as new creative opportunities. “We would take Greek columns and paint them bright pink. They had a room full of props that you could paint and drape with fabric.” Lovell worked his way up to director of visual presentation, creating 40 display windows each month. In 1999,
when Eaton’s closed, the Hudson’s Bay Company snapped him up. Last year he became marketing manager at the company’s Bloor Street location. Looking back at his executions, one involving mannequins dressed as angels stands out. “The wings actually flapped,” says Lovell. “That was probably one of my favourites.” A lifelong passion for travel has taken Lovell all over the world, including on cruises, with favourite destinations being Italy, the
Philippines and Positano, where he is returning in August. “I’ve been eight times already. It’s just breathtaking,” says Lovell, who adds that travelling is also a great source of inspiration for his work: “I’ll be walking down the street and see something that hits me,” he says. But he’s also inspired by restaurants. “I’ll see fresh flowers on the table with a different coloured tablecloth — like green and purple — and I’ll think ‘Wow, does that ever look good together.’”
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INTRODUISANT
Vânia Aguiar
Notre rédactrice beauté partage les tendances de la nouvelle saison
<< Formules pointues et textures étonnantes, les nouveaux rituels beauté de l’été sont à petits prix. >>
Petits Luxes Se faire belle et préserver son capital beauté sans se ruiner, avec des produits tendance et colorés, aux textures gourmandes et confortables, c’est possible ! Il suffit de savoir comment les magasiner. Aujourd’hui, être jolie a un prix. Évidement, en restant à l’affût des bonnes affaires, on peut trouver le produit de ses rêves quel que soit son budget. Suivez le guide!
D’AVEENO
Crème pour le corps Correcteur taches brunes Positively Radiant, 14,49 les 59 ml, disponible en pharmacie D’YVES ROCHER
Gel Crème Hydra Végétal hydratation non-stop 48H, 35 $ les 50 ml disponibles aux boutiques Yves Rocher D’ATTITUDE
Crème Naturelle pour le corps éclatant Super Leaves, 14,99 $ les 240 ml, disponible en pharmacie DE PURESSENTIEL
Huile de soin visage Elixir Essentiel Bio et Ventouse liftante, 44,99 $, disponible en pharmacie 77
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grand respect de l’épiderme masculin. Et la trousse ne se limite plus à l’aprèsrasage. On y trouve des produits nettoyants aux différentes textures, des crèmes exfoliantes, hydratantes et anti-âge. Leurs odeurs sont toniques et fraîches et les formules se déclinent, de la plus simple à la plus luxueuse, selon les types de peau. Il existe des gammes complètes de produits adaptés à l’épiderme masculin. Leur vocation est d’hydrater, de soigner les rougeurs, de zapper les boutons, mais aussi de gommer les premiers relâchements cutanés et d’atténuer les rides. Si l’offre s’est multipliée, monsieur est toutefois loin de négliger pour autant le pas à pas du rasage. Ceux qui arborent avec fierté leur pilosité adoptent volontiers les formules destinées à chouchouter moustaches et barbes dernier cri. Et leurs salles de douche embaument les nouveautés pour les cheveux et le corps. Hum… Un tournant à la fois sensuel et rafraîchis-
sant qui fait le bonheur de ces dames ! Oui, monsieur ! 1. DE PRORASO crème
à raser anti-irritation, pour les peux ultra sensibles, 9 $, disponible en pharmacie 2. DE NEUTROGENA MEN lotion après-
rasage Razor Defense, 9,99 $, disponible en pharmacie
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Hydratant Anti-Rides Défense, 38 $, disponible en pharmacie 4. DE HOUSE 99,
Hydratant pour le corps tatoué Bold Statement, 35 $, disponible chez Pharmaprix 5. DE CHANEL Eau de parfum Bleu de Chanel, 116 $ les 50 ml, disponible aux comptoirs Chanel 6. DE CLARINS
Hydra-Sculpt soin restructurant, 55 $ disponible aux comptoirs Clarins
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Après-shampooing revitalisant et nourrissant, 24 $, disponible en pharmacie
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Triphasic shampooing stimulant aux huiles essentielles complément antichutes, 68 $ les 600 ml, disponible en salon 9. D’HUGO BOSS
SILHOUETTE DE RÊVE C’est officiel, les beaux jours sont de retour ! Et comme chaque année, le plaisir de retrouver le soleil s’accompagne de l’épreuve des minijupes et autres tenues légères. Alors, pour arriver en beauté à l’été et afficher une ligne zéro défaut, découvrez vite les produits minceur, qui vous permettront de fondre rapidement et les exfoliants, autobronzants et hydratants, qui vous aideront à aborder la saison en toute beauté ! D’IDC
Eau de toilette Hugo Urban Journey, 74 $ les 75 ml, disponible chez Pharmaprix
Gel anti-cellulite Profil CellÉlite +, 59 $ les 150 ml, disponible en pharmacie
Eau de parfum Gentleman, 119 $ les 100 ml, disponible à La Baie
Huile minceur cellulite et vergetures 2 en 1 Slim Design, 42 $ les 150 ml, disponible au jeancoutu.com
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Éclat Naturel Instant Sun, 13,99 $ les 180 ml, disponible en pharmacie DE KARINE JONCAS
Peeling Fermeté Corps 5 en 1 aux agrumes, 32 $ les 200 ml. Disponible en pharmacie
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Chaud Devant ! Pour irradier comme l’été, on choisit les palettes lumineuses, des soins après-soleil, des produits corps et visage aux nuances scintillantes et dont les propriétés subliment la saison. Parées d’un hâle sexy, allons toutes… jouer dehors !
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Gel aux Perles Bronzante, 45 $ les 2. DE CHANEL
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Fard à joue Prisme Blush Bronzer, en édition limitée, 55 $, disponible chez Pharmaprix 7. DE GUERLAIN, Gélée Soin Teintée Terracotta Rêve d’Été, 55 $, disponible aux comptoirs Guerlain
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Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent, 73 $ les 50 ml, disponible aux comptoirs Estée Lauder
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CHEVEUX EN TÊTE Une mauvaise routine ou un mauvais choix de produits capillaire peut s’avérer difficile pour la santé de notre tignasse. Prendre soin de nos cheveux, les préparer pour la nouvelle saison doit être une habitude à prendre. Puis nos cheveux tout comme notre peau ont besoin d’amour! Pour changer les habitudes et prendre sa chevelure en main, j’ai essayé plusieurs nouveaux produits capillaires et fait ici la liste de mes coups de cœur! DE HAIR FOOD
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DE SCHWARZKOPF PROFESSIONNAL OASIS+
Shampooing sec enrichi du parfum de kiwi et de figue, 12,99 $ les 140 g, disponible en pharmacie Gélée après-shampooing cuir chevelu sensible et réactif à la pivoine, 12,60 $ les 150 ml, disponible en pharmacie DE GRAYDON
Smoothie pour cheveux revitalisant, 24 $ les 240 ml, disponible au graydonskincare.ca
Concentré de beauté, Phytomillesime, 45 $ les 150 ml, disponible en pharmacie
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Pommade effet mouillé, 22 $ les 200 ml, disponible en salon DE DESIGN ME
Nick Youngquest – Égérie du parfum Invictus Aqua de Paco Rabanne
Fixatif Hold Me trois degrés de fixation, 22 $ les 330 ml, disponible au designmehair.com
Q: Qui est Invictus ? R: Invictus est un homme affirmé qui assume sa sensualité. Un mâle des temps modernes dont la fragrance reflète le pouvoir infini de l’océan et lui permet de s’approprier l’invincibilité des mythes. C’est pour rendre hommage à ce héros charismatique que Paco Rabanne vient de créer le tout nouveau parfum Invictus Aqua. DE PACO RABANNE Eau de toilette Invictus
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WINK for Inspiring Women Like Amirlyn When Amirlyn talks about her bald head, her nine-year-old daughter quickly chimes in, “pretty bald head!” The pair break into laughter and Amirlyn corrects herself. The 49-year-old mother felt a lump in her breast last summer, while her family of three was in the midst of moving back to Canada from Vietnam. “We were busy trying to move back and I wasn’t thinking,” she said. She pushed it to the back of her mind while they settled into their Toronto home. Over the Christmas holidays she went to see a doctor. After an ultrasound, mammogram and biopsy, Amirlyn awaited the results. The night before the appointment was difficult. “I couldn’t sleep.”, she said. If she had to undergo surgery, who would look after her daughter? Her husband, in a contract position at the time, wouldn’t be able to take much time off, she thought. On Jan. 9 she was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer. The medical team at North York General Hospital connected her with a survivor who experienced a similar diagnosis and treatment plan. “All of a sudden, I felt like, ‘O.K., I’m going to be cured,’” she said. She was referred to Look Good Feel Better and signed up for a Toronto workshop in February.
AMIRLYN “I thought the loss of hair would be the biggest deal for me – I’ve never had short hair in my life,” she said. “I wasn’t prepared for the dry skin and the bloating, the weight gain … I look different. I just wanted to feel normal, like myself.” At the workshop she learned how to care for her skin, fill in her eyebrows and bring colour back to her face. “It was a great day,” she said. “It felt really good seeing my face like that. It lifted my spirits.” She was especially grateful for the opportunity to be among other women facing similar challenges. She exchanged phone numbers with a fellow participant and they’ve been in touch ever since. “Seeing how other patients are managing – I was so inspired,” said Amirlyn.
“I wasn’t prepared for the dry skin and the bloating, the weight gain … I look different. I just wanted to feel normal, like myself.”
For #WINKDay on June 14, Amirlyn is winking to let women know about Look Good Feel Better®. You can help women like Amirlyn by posting your best wink to social media with #WINKDay. For every post, Shoppers Drug Mart will donate $5* to Look Good Feel Better, helping women with cancer feel like themselves again. #WINKDay @LGFBCanada
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Summer is finally here! After craving the warmth of the
sun for so long, we are all desperate to be outdoors. So how do we coax our customers back into our stores? What will bring them to our counters in the hot, heady days? USE A FOUR-LETTER WORD!
“FREE!” It’s the best four-letter word to get customers to your counter. FREE samples, FREE gift, FREE demonstration, FREE makeup lesson. Before you put out a new tester, decant some into sample pots ready for that special treat. MAKE HEADLINES!
How do we coax our customers into our stores during the warm summer months?
Those eye-catching headlines on the magazine stands draw you in, until you just have to pick up that magazine and read about “Why happy girls are the prettiest” or “Summer skin savers.” Well it’s time to treat your counter like a magazine stand. Draw in those cruisers, intrigue the passers-by and tempt regulars with headlines like “Let’s get naked” or “The dirty secret to sexy hair.” Get creative and a little sassy. It opens up conversations that lead to connections. BE INVOLVED
When the customers are not coming into your store, go to where they are. Get involved with your community. You can often piggyback on a local event or fundraiser. Use bounce backs to invite them in. Make your offer intriguing and FREE! If you are in a mall, the marketing manager should be your best friend. Use social media to promote your events.
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Invest in a water dispenser and offer free water at your counter. Add fruit for a splash of colour. Set up a bistro table and chairs and offer your guests a seat. Always have testers or samples on the table. Team up with a local restaurant, food court vendor or tea shop to offer summer drinks and cross-promote — it doubles your customer base. READY, SET, GO!
Make “Grab & Go” travel packs in skincare, suncare & makeup. Great for the cabin, cottage or last-minute vacay. Flying somewhere? Get out those eye masks, face sprays, lip balms and scented pillows. DON’T ASSUME!
We are so lucky to be working in an industry that is constantly inventing new products and updating others, yet also has so many tried-and-true classics. We know what they are — but do our customers? Showcase your Top 10 Summer Sellers at your counter. Talk about them and celebrate them. Romaine Bond is a beauty advisor at the Clinique counter in Hudson’s Bay, Vernon, B.C., and the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award in a department store at the 2017 COSAs. If you have a question for her, email info@cosmeticsmag.com. 85
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THE 17TH ANNUAL GALA
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2018 Awards Gala
THE COSMETICS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARDS
Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. Ritz Carlton hotel, Toronto, Ont. For event details, visit cosmeticsmag.com /cosas
Every year, Cosmetics honours the best customer service in Canadian beauty retail. If you know an exceptional cosmetician, beauty advisor, fragrance advisor, skincare therapist, demonstrator, trainer, vendor sales rep, drugstore team or department store team, visit cosmeticsmag.com/cosas to submit your nomination. Deadlines for nominations is June 15, 2018.
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BEST SERVICE BY A DRUGSTORE TEAM
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD BEST SERVICE IN A DRUGSTORE
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ROOKIE OF THE YEAR BEST SERVICE IN A DRUGSTORE Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
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BEST SERVICE IN A DEPARTMENT OR SPECIALTY STORE Peer nominated
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BEST SERVICE IN A DEPARTMENT OR SPECIALTY STORE Vendor nominated
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD BEST SERVICE IN A DEPARTMENT OR SPECIALTY STORE
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BEST SERVICE BY A DEPARTMENT OR SPECIALTY STORE TEAM
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BEST SERVICE BY A DERMO-COSMETIC EXPERT IN A DRUGSTORE Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
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BEST SERVICE BY A PART-TIME ASSOCIATE Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
BEST SERVICE BY A FRAGRANCE ADVISOR Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
BEST SERVICE BY A SKINCARE THERAPIST Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
BEST SERVICE BY A DEMONSTRATOR Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
BEST SERVICE BY A TRAINER Peer, vendor or retailer nominated
BEST SERVICE BY A VENDOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE Cosmetician, beauty advisor or fragrance advisor nominated
For category details and nomination instructions, visit cosmeticsmag.com/cosas Entry deadline: Friday June 15, 2018
INGREDIENT 101
Skin Candy
SWEET SPOT Made with licorice root extract, this product hydrates and visibly brightens skin.
How licorice root extract works to banish dark spots and take on inflammation
KIEHL’S Clearly Corrective Brightening and Soothing Treatment Water, $52, Holt Renfrew.
LICORICE IS MORE than just an old-
fashioned confectionery—it turns out the root used to flavour the sweet treat can also provide noticeable benefits to your skin. Licorice extract comes from the dried root of Glycyrrhiza glabra L., a perennial herb that grows mostly in Greece, Turkey and parts of Asia. It was used as a sweetener and to treat stomach inflammation and upper respiratory problems in ancient Greece, China, and Egypt. Recent research shows that the extract, when used topically, can help reduce symptoms of skin rashes including redness, swelling and itching. So it makes sense that beauty brands have tapped the power of licorice root extract for innovative complexion-brightening products. Licorice root extract has anti-inflammatory properties and has been shown to inhibit tyrosinase, one of the key enzymes involved with pigment formation, says Dr. Jason Rivers, medical director of Pacific Derm in Vancouver. It’s ideal for mild sun damage in the form of melasma 88
(freckle-like spots and brown patches) and is safe for all skin types. OleHenriksen was among the first skincare lines to harness licorice root for its Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer in 2009. The cream, part of the brand’s Three Little Wonders collection, improves the appearance of dark spots and discolouration. And in 2013, Revlon included licorice extract in its Age-Defying Targeted Dark Spot Concealer Treatment. Fresh recently released its new Peony Instant Brightening Face Serum, which is formulated with licorice root extract to help even and brighten skin tone. “Licorice root extract is a multi-functional botanical,” says Fresh co-founder Lev Glazman. “It works over time to soothe and brighten your skin while providing antioxidant benefits.” You’ll need to use products with licorice root every day for about three months to see its benefits, says Dr. Rivers. “Once the pigment has diminished, you can reduce your use to a few times a week for maintenance,” he adds. Sounds like a pretty sweet deal.
Hydrate and brighten with this mask, which contains licorice extract to reduce dullness and even skin tone. DR. JART+
Brightening Infusion Hydrogel Mask, $9, Sephora.
This serum uses peony root extract, vitamin C and licorice root extract to reduce the look of dark spots. FRESH
Peony Instant Brightening Face Serum, $88, Sephora.
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