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Contents Issue 36 • July/August 2016

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20 Affirmations for women who are ready to fall deEPLY IN LOVE WITH THEMSELVES by Heather White

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Enjoying the moment with Cheryl Hickey

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Reinvention, self-Discovery, and more reasons to smile

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Getting to know the Powerhouses of play Management

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by Liberty Craig

by Dr. Kelvin P. Mah

by Kristen van Vloten

Hot Topic: Skin Needling

by Katelyn Rousselle

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Focus on Women: Interview with the ladies of TrendVancouver

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Summertime Glow

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Finding your Signature Scent

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The Art of the Connection

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Food for Thought

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Slow Down the signs of aging: Hydrate your Skin on all Levels

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A Quick Guide to Wedding Season Hair

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Everything You need to Know About Micro Blading

Makeup by Holly Decker

by Barb Stegemann

by Kristen van Vloten

by Karlene Karst

by Amanda Beisel

by Keri Lynne Hendry

What are your magic words?

Copywriting and ghostwriting services for entrepreneurs, speakers, and leaders building next-level brands.

by Brianna Errelat

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Beauty Buzz 411

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Women in Business

by Crystal Jensen

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Publisher / Editor-In-Chief Shelly Lynn Nellis shelly@freshmag.ca ..........................................................................

Art Director Flora Leung flora@freshmag.ca ..........................................................................

e LOVE summer at Fresh Magazine. The sunshine, the patios, the fashion, the hairstyles—

we love it all! Our cover story this issue features the gorgeous and amazing Cheryl Hickey. From national TV personality to super mom, Cheryl gives Fresh readers a peek into her busy schedule and inspiring life. We also feature skin care for the summer sun and a host of beauty products to make you look and feel your best. How about some affirmations for our women readers who are ready for some self-love? Ever wonder how finding the perfect perfume scent can express your personality? With wedding season in full swing, we feature some popular and stylish coiffures, and we dive into everything you ever wanted to know about eyebrow tattoos. How about some brain-boosting recipes to supercharge your memory? Whatever you are looking for this summer season, we have it here for you to enjoy.

National Account Manager Kristal Barrett-Stuart kristal@freshmag.ca ..........................................................................

Contributors Amanda Beisel, Liberty Craig, Dr. Kelvin P. Mah, Kristen van Vloten, Katelyn Rousselle, Holly Decker, Barb Stegemann, Karlene Karst, Heather White, Keri Lynne Hendry, Brianna Errelat, Crystal Jensen ..........................................................................

Cover Photo Credits: Photographer: Katherine Holland Producer: Crystal Carson Stylist: Alicia McNamara Makeup Artist: Suzanne McKay Hair Stylist: Brian Jarvis Location: Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Cheryl wears: Dress by Olivaceous (The Store on Queen) / Necklace by Swarovski ..........................................................................

Shelly Lynn Nellis Editor-In-Chief shelly@freshmag.ca P.S. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @FreshCanada, Instagram @fresh_mag, and Facebook at facebook.com/FreshVancouverMagazine

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Affirmations for Women Who Are Ready to Fall Deeply in Love With Themselves

By Heather White I remind myself daily: your words are your wand; make magic accordingly. Our minds are incredible—exquisite, really. The creative capacity combined with the analytical ability and you’ve got one of the most sophisticated machines in the universe. But the mind is only as powerful as the fuel we empower it with. When we embrace that power and use our thought forms to affirm the whispers of love, compassion, forgiveness, understanding, joy, and peace, we affect our lives and our world in marvelous ways.

Here are 20 heart-opening affirmations to try out:

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I am worthy of all the good that life has to offer.

I believe that life happens for me, not to me.

The more I love myself, the more capacity I have to love others.

I treat myself as I would a best friend— with love and joyful laughter.

I give myself permission to do what is right for me.

Loving myself is an act of service.

I surrender what was, and what will be, and I peacefully rest in this moment.

Every challenging moment in my life has empowered me with strength.

I am worth it.

Yes, I can and I am.

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I surround myself with people who see me, who love me, and who accept me.

I am always guided by my inner knowing.

Everyday I learn to love myself a little more.

I embrace every inch of myself.

I heal, inspire, and empower others, just by being myself.

I am whole and complete.

I am deeply grateful for myself.

Everything I need is within me.

I am gifted with incredible talents.

I am full of love.

Heather White works as a Life Design Coach, navigating the route for high-performing women who want to upgrade their dreams and live courageous, liberated lives. You can find her at HeatherWhite.ca. freshmag.ca | FRESH MAGAZINE | 9

Enjoying the Moment ET Canada’s gorgeous host on family life, the last ten pounds, and the importance of gratitude.

By Liberty Craig PhotographED BY Katherine Holland Produced by Crystal Carson

Stylist: Alicia McNamara Makeup ARTIST: SUZANNE MCKAY Hair STYLIST: Brian Jarvis LOCATION: FOUR SEASONS HOTEL TORONTO Cheryl Wears: Romper BY Ark & Co. (The Store on Queen)

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heryl Hickey may have a glamourous occupation. She may rub shoulders with Hollywood’s elite and attend all those parties you read about in magazines— or hear about on Entertainment Tonight Canada. But ET Canada’s gorgeous, funny host is really a down-to-earth small town girl from Owen Sound, Ontario, who worked her way through the media ranks to attain her coveted position. Like many of us, she is balancing career and kids, working hard on that post-baby body, and now settling nicely into age forty. What makes Hickey special is not (only) her enviable wardrobe and star-studded livelihood; it’s her overriding sense of gratitude. She feels extremely fortunate to have a career she truly loves. She cherishes the moments and challenges of parenting. And she is grateful for each day of this precious life.

Cheryl Hickey spoke with Fresh Magazine about parenting her beautiful three- and six-year-old children, working in the limelight, and making it all happen as best as she knows how.

Work it, Mommy I went back to work six months after having both my babies, doing nothing but hosting. I was in a complete haze: sleep-deprived, hormones all over the place. Basically, they put clothes on me, propped me up and made sure I wasn’t leaking! It’s really hard coming back early. Lots of women do it, but it’s tough.

My schedule now goes to three o’clock, so I can pick the kids up from school and daycare, then start all the mommy duties: homework, playtime, making dinner, bath time. When I’m working on an interview or on the road, my husband will take over. Like most parents, we put our kids first and figure it out between us. I’ve been very lucky that Shaw (now Corus) has been so family-friendly. Kids aren’t puppies; there is a short period of time in which your kids intensely need you. Family matters! It shapes our society. I’m proud to say our company values that.

All Things to All People You do your best to make everybody feel like they have 100 percent of your attention, but there are days when you can’t do it all.

I set boundaries for myself, especially around my kids. When I’m home, the phone goes away—though if work calls, I answer. Do balls get dropped? Absolutely. Do I get overwhelmed? Of course. I also have some projects outside of work and kids, and I don’t get started on those until 10 o’clock at night! If I didn’t love what I do so much, I think it would be a problem for me.

Being a parent has been hard since the beginning of time. Parenting’s tough, and there are times when you suck at it! You can only do your best, and if your kids think you’re perfect all the time, it sets unrealistic expectations of what life really is. Sometimes we’re grumpy, and that’s okay. But I realize how quickly this is going by, and how precious life is. I’m sucking up every moment with them that I can.

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Love What You Do I feel like I’ve taken my hobby and made it my life’s work. I love talking to people and I get paid to do so. That’s an awesome thing! I’ve been at Global since 1999 and with ET Canada since it began. I genuinely enjoy coming to work every day. The team is fantastic. I always say (jokingly) that we’re a dysfunctional group of funny people. I wish more people got to meet them because they’re really quirky, cool individuals.

And I’ve travelled the world on the back of this show. I’ve gone to places that a girl from Owen Sound would never get to go to. You name it; we’ve been there. It’s been an amazing experience.

Star Power and Butterflies I think being nervous means you care. It’s a combination of nervous and excited. If I stop getting a little something in my stomach, it might signal that I’m not as invested as I should be.

Meeting Oprah was a very big deal. She is such an icon, such an amazing woman who has done so much for television. George Clooney and Brad Pitt—they’re also a big deal! Celine Dion, Tom Cruise, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman… there are a lot of great people whom I’ve been lucky to meet.

Baby Body On Display When I was pregnant and growing, I was super proud. I was in awe of what was going on with my body. And I gained 80 pounds with both kids. We made (probably inappropriate) jokes and had a lot of fun with it.

When I came back to work, there were times in the change room when I was hot and sweaty and close to tears because nothing fit. I’d think, “How can I go out there?” Our wardrobe stylist said to me, “Listen, babe. Dresses come in other sizes. Just rock what you’ve got.”

And I thought, “Yeah. My body just did something amazing.”

Those babies did wreak some havoc on my body—much more than I ever thought they would. Some days I felt frustrated, but I got really lovely emails from women. I’ve always felt like people see me as the girl next door, someone they know, which made going through that in front of everyone less difficult. My bosses were really supportive, too. There was never any pressure for me to get back to my former size—any weight that I have lost has been solely on my own. And quite frankly, the last ten pounds have been hard to get off—I’m still working on it.

The Last Ten Pounds I’m getting some help because I realized what I was doing wasn’t working. I’d feel guilty about leaving the kids to go work out in the morning, and I didn’t have time at lunch. So I hired a personal trainer two months ago. I go at five am three days a week, before anyone’s awake. When I get back, I can get my kids up and make them breakfast. It’s working for me.

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“I’ve gone to places that a girl from Owen Sound would never get to go to. You name it; we’ve been there. It’s been an amazing experience.”

Dress by Matthew Gallagher / Shoes by Sergio Rossi (Hudson’s Bay Company) / Ring by Maison Birks

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“The plan is: keep going, keep creating, try as many new things as I possibly can, and enjoy this ride as long as it lasts.”

Perspective Checks I’ve had some perspective checks along the way. My mom has MS, and it’s robbed her of a few key moments in our lives. I’ve had a couple of scares in my life, too. I watch my mom and I know I have to live this life to the fullest. I love what I do and all the fun, fancy parts of it. I appreciate the people around me, the relationships. I’m trying to savour every bit of it; trying not to sweat the small stuff. There are days when I slip up, but that’s my focus.

Lotions & Potions I love a good laser. I do all kinds of exfoliations, retinols, ultrasound to work the collagen. I wear a significant amount of makeup because the studio lights are so intense that without it, you just disappear. I have a great makeup artist who does a beautiful job, but you have to take care of your skin underneath. I wash my makeup off as soon as I get home, and follow up with vitamin C cream—which is just the best. I have all sorts of lotions and potions.

A Place for Charity This summer there are a ton of charity events in Toronto. One that I’m really excited about is the Butterfly Ball, which helps support children who have been abused. I’m very passionate about helping them raise funds and awareness. Sick Kids also has an enormous place in my heart and I’ll help them with whatever they ask for. I work with them as much and as often as I can, because I think they’re such angels.

Everybody who works in that entire building makes it an unbelievable place. I’ll be working with then a couple times this summer.

Dress by Dior (Holt Renfrew) / Bracelet and Ring by Maison Birks

I’m also working with a health expert who is helping me track what I eat. She doesn’t tell me what not to eat; she just helps me be more mindful, make sure I drink enough water, and do a better job of balancing things throughout the day. For my body type, eating is 80 percent of getting to where I need to go. There are still days when I’ll have a chocolate chip cookie, and it tastes really good, and I’m not sorry about that. But I’ve cleaned up my diet: whole foods, fruit, vegetables, meat, nothing processed.

Going for it at Forty I’m lucky to be here. So many people are sick or have crazy things going on in their lives. I’m very grateful to have another year in which (knock on wood) I’m doing well and my family is great. I’ve never been a person who gets funky about numbers. I know that I’m in an industry where there are certain perceptions, but I take care of my skin, I exercise, I’m healthy, and I feel pretty young inside. To me, forty is a great thing: you know what you don’t want, and you’re definite about what you do want. So you can go for it.

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Gearing Up For TIFF The Toronto Film Festival is coming up in September. It’s movies and TV, interviews and fashion: all the fun stuff! It’s like my industry’s Super Bowl.

All the stars come into town and the city has this great energy. There are so many parties to go to… our stylists are out looking for the best dresses… we’re watching a dozen movies or more. It’s such an exciting time, such a great thing for movie goers and for the film institutions.

An Exciting Future I’m very excited about the show and what we have planned. I’m excited about some business opportunities—projects I’m working on. And I’m so excited to watch my kids grow! They’re turning into the most amazing people, and my husband and I are having such a good time with them. It’s goofy times over at our house! The plan is: keep going, keep creating, try as many new things as I possibly can, and enjoy this ride as long as it lasts. _______________________________________________________ Liberty Craig is a freelance writer and editor living and working in Vancouver.

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More Reasons to

hat does it mean to truly

find yourself? Does it mean

going on a 94-day hike

like Reese Witherspoon did

in the movie Wild? Or travelling the world on a quest for reinvention like Julia Roberts in Eat, Pray, Love? While these may be extreme examples of self discovery, many people have a desire to truly find and understand themselves, but aren’t aware that that goal can be accomplished by much more realistic means.

To me, to find yourself means to feel connected with your mind, body, and spirit. It means feeling confident about who you are on the inside and on the outside. In today’s society, it can be difficult to discover your true self when we are clouded by constant messages telling us who we should be. One of my personal goals in life is to help others find themselves or reinvent themselves through their smile. It can be as simple as that. Your smile isn’t just a set of teeth inside your mouth— it’s a reflection of who you are and it can tell other people a lot about how you perceive yourself. Anyone can see there is usually a major difference between someone who is insecure about the appearance of their smile, and someone whose smile glows with radiance because they have never been more confident about themselves.

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t Smile City Square Dental, my team and I do our tiny part in trying to make the world a better place by helping people transform their smiles. My patients recognize that many aspects of life can be enhanced when the appearance of your smile matches how you feel about yourself on the inside. One of my patients, Shilan, received a smile transformation seven months ago, in November of 2015. While she was reserved about her smile concerns at first, Shilan opened up to me when she saw that I genuinely cared about her health and well-being, and that I would listen attentively to her needs to ensure she felt comfortable at all times. When Shilan expressed that her “gummy” smile had been something that bothered her since she was a young girl, I knew immediately that the results of what we would plan to do would change her life forever, for the better.

Seven months after her gum reshaping treatment, Shilan reflects on how her balanced teeth and gums have changed her life for the better.

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SHILAN “My smile transformation with Dr. Mah was an excellent, excellent experience. If I could sum it up in two words, those words would be ‘big relief ’! It’s something that I was relieved to have checked off my list and I no longer have to worry about my smile. During the procedure, Dr. Mah and his staff were amazing. They are all very kind, supportive, and knowledgeable. There is no doubt that Dr. Mah is an amazing doctor.

The best thing is that now, I don’t have to worry about my looks, how I talk, or how I smile. I am naturally myself all the time. I can go on with my life without having concern about my smile at the back of my mind. At work, I now have more confidence communicating with my coworkers—there is no more fear or hesitation! Today when I smile, I feel better than ever. I feel comfortable, happy, and beautiful when I look in the mirror. It was life-changing.”

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By Dr. Kelvin P. Mah

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vibrant smile doesn’t just change how you may see yourself.

It also has an influence on how the people in your life see you, both in personal and professional settings. People who are proud of their teeth aren’t afraid to smile and laugh at every moment they can, coming off as more cheerful, confident, and self-actualized. Maybe these are qualities that are already inside of you, but have yet to be revealed. A patient of mine, Kirk, has a slightly different story. Kirk was always handsome, successful, and athletic, but he felt that something was still holding him back from achieving his full potential. He was confident about almost every aspect of his life, with the exception of his smile. Now, don’t get me wrong, his smile wasn’t bad! My job is not about repairing teeth that need fixing, no. To me, dentistry is about taking smiles—and lives—to the next level, and treating the hearts and minds of my valued patients. That’s exactly what I did for Kirk when we completed a one-visit mini smile makeover consisting of a simple bonding and sculpting treatment.

It wasn’t long before professional and personal opportunities came knocking at Kirk’s door. His colleagues treated him with a new respect, and it’s not an exaggeration to say that his popularity with the opposite sex skyrocketed. Over five years later, Kirk reflects on how he feels today when he smiles and how his transformation impacted numerous areas of his life.

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hen I look back on these stories, I do not think of them as just teeth that I have treated—they are people with full and inspirational lives that I have impacted through my immense passion for dentistry. My proudest moments are when my patients look in the mirror to see their newly transformed smiles for the first time. The reactions are always different and unpredictable. Sometimes they can’t stop smiling, sometimes they are speechless, and sometimes they burst into tears because they can’t believe that their smile finally looks the way that they have always dreamed it would. Modern dentistry is my way of helping people truly find themselves and unveil new opportunities, one smile at a time.

“The overall experience of my smile transformation was nothing but exceptional. Clear excitement from the beginning till the end. Knowing that Kelvin had full interest on creating a new and amazing smile for myself was truly humbling. I had always felt stressed about getting work done on my teeth, but with the experience and professionalism of Smile City Square, they made the whole process a very enjoyable environment.

Since the reconfiguration of my smile/ bite, my overall confidence and persona has changed drastically. I don’t hesitate to smile with my teeth any more. I now have confidence in knowing that my smile is straight and white. This has allowed me to be less shy and more outgoing when starting conversations and meeting new people. Another big aspect is that I take pride in maintaining my oral health, making sure to keep everything clean and healthy.

The feeling I get now when I smile is very humbling. Having full confidence in myself, expressing my feelings not only verbally but now visually as well. I receive many compliments on my smile, something that has become a regular in my life now. I have Kelvin to thank for that!”

KIRK

Dr. Kelvin P. Mah believes in helping people—not merely treating problems—and takes a dedicated interest in the health and wellness of each individual patient. His award-winning Smile City Square Dental practice reflects a zen-like atmosphere of warmth and relaxation. He is also a graduate of UBC’s prestigious Dental School and is an instructor with the Frontier Institute. Discover the transformative possibilities of modern artisan dentistry at SmileCitySquare.com, and visit Smile City Square Dental on Facebook at facebook.com/SmileCitySquare.

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Getting to know the powerhouses of PLAY Management The founders of Vancouver’s premiere entertainment agency talk Hollywood, startup challenges, and the fine art of using a breast pump at work

By KRISTeN Van VLOTEN

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he perks of working in a mainly female environment, according to PLAY Management founding partners Trina Allen-Abt, Vickie Petronio-King, and Lena Lees-Heidt, are easy to list. They include: support, encouragement, “the occasional wine o’clock Friday”, and the flexibility to bring your kids to work when necessary. And of course, selfexpression is encouraged.

“We had a receptionist years ago with a bizarre birthday tradition,” says PetrionoKing. “We sang her happy birthday, she blew out the candles, and we handed her a knife to cut the cake. When she started cutting it, she screamed at the top of her lungs. She said in

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her family it was good luck to scream when cutting a birthday cake. That has become a PLAY tradition now; when you cut your cake here, you must scream for luck. I’d say it’s worked so far...”

Of course, the women of PLAY Management, Vancouver’s on-fire talent agency, have been more than lucky. Today, their team is six managers strong, with a client roster that includes Jacob Tremblay, the stunningly talented child star of the Oscar-nominated Room. Their actors appear in Hollywood blockbusters like Elysium and hit television series like Silicon Valley and Arrow.

Life at PLAY Management is good. And ten years ago, when the three founders left a different agency to start something of their own, it was also good—but it was tough.

Lees-Heidt, Petronio-King, and Allen-Abt braved the challenges any founders face.

They struggled to find office space in realestate-challenged Vancouver, eventually settling in Railtown. They endured the typical startup’s grueling schedule.

But they also encountered challenges specific to being women in a startup. For example, none of them took a typical maternity leave when their babies were born in the earlier days of the company.

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“There’s a feeling of satisfaction when you know in your gut a client should or shouldn’t take a job, and you’re able to help them navigate that.”

“I went back to work fourteen weeks after my first, and less than two weeks after with my second,” says Petriono-King. “I, like a lot of working women I know, put pressure on myself to not only continue giving clients the level of attention they are used to, but I almost felt the need to go above and beyond, just to prove to them I could handle it all.”

But if the working mom struggle was (and occasionally is) painfully real, the partners see their gender as a definite advantage in their industry. They believe women make ideal managers. They’re high EQ warriors, equipped with an array of skills for tackling any number of challenges, from offering counsel to navigating tricky negotiations.

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pump—hands free of course,” she quips, “and with a cover. We don’t need to scare clients.”

PLAY Management’s founders know that launching a career in entertainment is a major leap of faith. And they care. Part of their mission is to help clients secure work that will lead to long-term success, not just quick paychecks and even quicker job dissatisfaction.

“There’s a feeling of satisfaction when you know in your gut a client should or shouldn’t take a job, and you’re able to help them navigate that,” says Lees-Heidt. “It’s often hard for an actor to say ‘no’, especially in a line of work where you don’t know when your next pay cheque will come. But when they turn to you for advice during a tough negotiation, and everything works out one way or another, it’s incredibly gratifying.”

To learn more about PLAY Management, visit PLAYmgmt.com.

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Skin Needling

By Katelyn Rousselle

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kin needling is a hot topic, and for good reason! Skin Needling, also referred to as Dermal Rolling or Collagen Induction Therapy, is a natural and non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that simultaneously treats a diverse range of skin conditions.

This minimally invasive skin rejuvenation procedure uses a sterile roller with microscopic needles to create tiny punctures that activate your body’s natural wound healing response.

Skin Needling provides a natural solution for: • • • • • • •

Fine Lines Scarring Sun damage Hyperpigmentation/Brown Spots Minimizing pore size Stretch Marks Vascular Rosacea

Dermal rolling has been compared to skincare treatments such as Fraxel Laser & Micro-ablative techniques (CO2), and in many cases, providing equal or better results, with less cost and minimal down time. Skin Needling maximizes penetration of essential nutrients and the release of growth factors necessary for skin rejuvenation.

Who can benefit from Skin Needling?

Skin Needling is both a corrective and preventative treatment and can be used to address several skin concerns simultaneously.

The collagen that results from skin needling is long lasting and accumulative, so when skin needling is used consistently over time the body actually creates and stores more collagen than it loses, effectively allowing you to maintain youthful collagen levels throughout your life.

What is the downtime with Skin Needling?

After Skin Needling the treated area will be red and tender. This will subside in 1248 hours post treatment. Over this period of time, your skin will continue to become tighter, smoother and plumper as your skin creates more collagen.

Is it Safe?

The surface of the skin remains intact during skin needling so it carries no risk of scarring, photosensitivity or undesirable pigment changes. This is a major distinguishing safety feature compared to resurfacing treatments and very beneficial for darker skin types where post inflammatory hyperpigmentation is a concern.

Important reminders • Never share your roller. Your dermal roller should last approximately 8-10 months if proper care is taken.

• Do not use the roller on irritated skin, infected skin, fungal skin infections,

active acne, eczema, psoriasis, warts, and/or any open wounds or sores.

• Only use products that has been recommended by a skin care professional.

Most skin care topicals (cosmetics, cosmeceuticals) are designed to be harmless while they are on the surface of the skin. However, the skin may react differently when such products are applied after rolling.

Home Rolling Home Rolling using a cosmetic roller, like the Skin Spin (SkinSpin.com), will improve the health and function of the skin creating long term results. Dermal rolling at home can range from 10-15 minutes depending on the size of the area to be rolled, followed by the application of vitamins & nutrients to the area which will provide the necessary nutrients for cell regeneration.

For optimal results, combine your at home rolling treatment with an in clinic treatment.

Home rollers penetrate the epidermis causing a micro-injury which stimulates the release growth factors and improves the look, health, and vibrancy of your skin.

Medical rollers will also trigger the wound healing response to stimulate fibroblasts and other growth factors which promote the synthesis of collagen, elastin and GAG’s.

Many of the rollers available on the market today are hand glued, which can result in serious flaws and safely issues, like an uneven needle. Be sure to purchase your roller from a skincare professional.

Katelyn is a highly qualified Skincare Practitioner and owner of a busy clinic The Skin Room in Edson, Alberta. Her continuous research and study with the advancements in the industry allows her to provide her clients with the most effective treatments to date. Her dedication to medical aesthetics has led her to formulate her own skincare line Medikate.

an I nterview W I T H T H E L adies o f T R E N D V A N C O U V E R

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RENDVancouver is a boutiquestyle event designed for the modern-day woman. The event takes place October 2, 2016 at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre.

Meet the duo behind TREND: Shannon and Christina.

What do you do for work?

Shannon: My background is in event design and production for small to large-scale events. Currently, I’m a freelance event producer and have a passion for creating events from the ground up. My latest project is TRENDVancouver, which I’ve co-founded with Christina. The event is made up of progressive brands and forward-thinking businesses in the style, living, wellness, connection, and beauty categories.

Christina: My background is in sales and events, but I’ve always been most passionate about beauty and fashion. I now run a mobile business that offers makeup, hair, and styling to clients. Being part of the creation of TRENDVancouver is a passion project that I’m very proud of. We are both entrepreneurs and mothers, and we’re so thrilled to create this platform to bring women together.

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Tell us what you enjoy most about your working partnership?

S: To quote Helen Keller, “alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” When you bring together the dynamics of two different skills sets, amazing things can happen.

C: She’s my friend and business partner, and I truly respect her as a person and entrepreneur. We both have great work ethic, and our personalities and abilities make the perfect team.

As Entrepreneurs, what is the best advice you COULD give to other women in business?

S: Find a mentor who has accomplished the goals you currently have for yourself, whether it’s for your business or at the workplace. There are great networks for women in Vancouver such as Forum Women of Entrepreneurs.

C: Don’t let the fear of failing stop you from pursuing your passions. It’s better to try something and fail than to never try at all.

What are your core BUSINESS values?

S: Be unique, work hard, and always overdeliver.

C: Be professional and positive. Give everyone you come in contact with the perfect client experience.

HOW WOULD you describe your style?

S: I love a classic, timeless look. Elegance is always on-trend for me.

C: As an artist, I am open and eager to try different things.

TREND is creating photo editorials as part of their marketing platform, which will feature modern day women within the Vancouver community. Check out their first editorial above, featuring Vanessa Grutman, Business Director of Project Skin MD. Creative Director: Christina Petry Photographer: Rebecca Amber Makeup & Hair: La Biosthetique Canada Furniture/set styling: urban barn Vanessa wears: swimwear by Diane’s Lingerie, Jewellery by Olive + Piper, Shoes by Lord’s Shoes, SHANNON & CHRISTINA’S PHOTO by THE Collective You

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SUMMERTIME GLOW Photographed by Erin Crooks Makeup by Holly Decker Eyelashes by Londin Lash Models: Hannah & Jade (Edge Agency)

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FACE The perfect summertime glow begins with flawless, radiant skin. Start by applying MAC Studio Tech Foundation using a BeautyBlender sponge to create that airbrushed look.

Conceal blemishes with MAC Select Cover-Up. Swipe on a bit of MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in “Soft & Gentle” to get that subtlely sexy sheen.

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Lips Kiss the sun with irresistibly juicy lips in a barely-there shade. Try Sara Happ’s Nude Slip Lip Gloss for a perfect pout on any skin tone.

Eyes These dramatic yet naturallooking eyelash extensions from Londin Lashes add glamour to your summer look. Add soft definition to your eyes and brows with MAC Fluidline Gel Eyeliner in “Dip Down” and BrowGal Skinny Brow Pencils.

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Signature Scent

By Barb Stegemann

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inding your signature scent has never been more challenging, or more exciting. With 40% of Canadian work places having scent free policies and others requesting that scent be light out of respect for co-workers and customers you really need to know what the ingredients are in your scent to avoid being called out. Not to worry, there are ways to enjoy your signature scent now more than ever with so many niche brands cropping up and the easy access to essential oils; you may find yourself becoming a nose, crafting your own signature scent!

The reason your signature scent defines you in many ways is that it is literally your trademark. Your scent becomes your brand to those around you. Your signature scent conjures up happy memories for the ones who love you because scent has the most power of all of the five senses. The receptor that registers scent is located in the back of our brains right beside the area where all of our emotions are controlled, so it has all the power in the world over us and quite possibly those around us.

Scent can trigger happy memories and make us feel positive emotions, but it also has the power to remind us of negative experiences.

All the more reason to become creative in finding your signature scent so that it is like no one else’s on the planet.

It also doesn’t have to be one scent. There is no rule that you can’t create your own signature scent. I suggest a blend of your favourite oils and your favourite fragrance. You can create a hybrid. Because scent is so personal, what works for me, may not be the same on your skin. I recall standing beside a woman at an event and she smelled so gorgeous I had to ask her what she was wearing; I felt I had to go and find that scent. She told me it was orange blossom. I asked her what brand and she looked at me and said, “Your brand, The 7 Virtues.” I realized that the fragrance I had created smelled even more amazing on her than me due to personal chemistry.

When creating your signature scent don’t be afraid to mix things up. My husband wears Vetiver with Rose and it makes a masculine rose. Rose is a scent that we

“Your signature scent conjures up happy memories for the ones who love you because scent has the most power of all of the five senses.”

often associate with our grandmothers, not our hot husbands. But when it blends with the musky, masculine vetiver it gives rose a new blend that no other man wears. He even blends rose with patchouli and it’s just gorgeous. So even if you have a favourite type of scent like floral or Citrus, you can always make it even more unique by playing with different notes and perhaps adding a hint of warm musk to your floral scent or a spice to your citrus.

Thankfully, there are no rules to wearing your signature scent outside of the scent-free policy in some workplaces. But even those rules really should not have banned scent, but rather the harsh chemicals found in so many commercial fragrances. You want to ensure your signature scent is phthalate free, paraben-free and of course cruelty free and vegan (no animal product). It is the phthalates in fragrances that are really what should have been banned in the workplace, as they are what spoiled it for the rest of us.

Phthalates are what make that sickening scent walk in the room ahead of a person and it clings to the air in an elevator long after the wearer has left. Sadly, the phthalates are very bad for your skin and if we banned phthalates maybe we wouldn’t have scentfree places. Natural oils are light and you would have to be intimate with the person to smell it. Truly, that is what a signature scent should be, it is there for the wearer and the people who love them and get close enough for a hug, a warm embrace or a loving kiss.

There is nothing like nestling your nose into your partner’s neck and breathing in their unique signature scent.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Barb Stegemann is the Founder and CEO of The 7 Virtues®, a company that sources fair trade essential oils from nations rebuilding after war or strife for her award winning fragrance collection available at The Hudson’s Bay stores across Canada and in iconic department stores around the world. To learn more visit The7Virtues.com

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The Art of the Connection ROAM Gallery founder Jennifer Angers Daerendinger is the woman Vancouver artists need to know.

By KRISTeN Van VLOTEN

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n every city, there are a handful of people who can make or break you, depending on what you do. So when New York art scene darling Jason Dussault needed a place in Vancouver to show his work, luckily someone gave him Jennifer Angers Daerendigner’s name.

Jennifer occupies a unique space in the Vancouver art scene. She’s a respected curator with a taste for the obscure. She’s champion of the underdog who also moves in successful circles.

Jennifer is the founder of ROAM Gallery, a space based in Vancouver’s City Square Shopping Centre that caters to emerging artists. Urban Barn founder Rick Bohonis handpicked her to be part of the team at his new fashion-forward home furnishing retailer, Suquet Interiors. Now she’s the woman both unknown and established artists with a need for creative exhibition opportunities need to know.

Enter Mr. Dussault, whose pop-cultureinspired mosaics tend to create a stir wherever they are featured. His December 2015 Vancouver showing at Kimoto Gallery—the gallery Jennifer ultimately

connected him to—was no different. There, a stunning multicolored rendering of Justin Trudeau made waves, selling for $20,000.

“Vancouver can be tough,” she says, “It’s a tough city for getting people out to events.

But then again, where isn’t it tough to be an artist? Making a living from your art depends a lot on who you know.”

What made Jennifer into the arts champion she is today? She explains that although her true art is curation, she did spend her childhood “sitting and drawing for hours.” Fortunately, her fine art instincts were fully supported.

“Hanging in my home is a nude 36 x 24 painting,” she says. “People ask me where it came from and I explain it was a paint-bynumbers I did when I was nine. How cool is my mom, right?”

Jennifer comes by her knack for thinking outside the box honestly. And thinking outside the box is something she helps emerging artists to do, especially now that she is with Suquet Interiors. She explains that the retailer is a great option for high caliber artists who need space to show their work.

“Suquet doesn’t show art to ‘match your room’,” she says. “They display truly fine art that a buyer might acquire because it’s going to be valuable one day.” She laughs, explaining further: “Justin [Ogilvie, the painter,] said, ‘I’m terrified of showing my art at a furniture store’, but when he came into Suquet and saw his work displayed, he was like, ‘This is beyond anything I’ve ever imagined.’ He was stunned by how beautiful it was.”

Perennially drawn to the offbeat, Jennifer’s currently planning a few shows at ROAM that will certainly please anybody with a taste for something different.

“There’s a page on Facebook called ‘Canuck and I’, all about Shawn Bergman, who I work with at Suquet, and his relationship with a crow who adopted him,” she explains. “So I’m going to put together a show with a group of artists, each of whom will interpret the ‘Canuck and I’ story in their own way.”

Who could resist something like that? Look out for shows a little outside the ordinary coming up at RoamGallery.com.

FOOD For THOUGHT

By Karlene Karst

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id you know the human brain is more than 60% fat? The majority of the fat in the brain is the type that cannot be made by the body, but must be supplied by the diet. The brain requires more omega-3s than any other systems in the body. With sufficient quantities of good fats in the diet, the membranes of the brain perform at peak levels which is essential for regulating mood, emotions, memory and cognitive functions. To ensure you are receiving sufficient quantities of brain boosting nutrients, fill your plate with cold water fish such as salmon, halibut, mackerel, sardines and anchovies, as well as other valuable omega-3s from walnuts, and seeds such as chia, flax, hemp.

And give these delicious and easy to use recipes a try, and let your happiness shine throughout the day! __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Karlene Karst, R.D., is a leading expert in nutrition and natural health. Karlene is the author of several books including her newly released, The Full Fat Solution, and is a highly sought-after, enthusiastic, and passionate individual who has appeared on QVC, Access Hollywood, and Canada AM. She is the founder of the Sea-licious brand of fish oils. Karlene is a mom to two young boys and a daughter and resides in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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C ashew B utter & D ar k C ocoa C oo k ies Dark chocolate is touted as a superfood for many brain-boosting reasons, in particular because of its rich flavanoid antioxidants.

I don’t think Mother Nature could have made a more delicious vehicle to deliver these. Dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain, and can make you feel happy by increasing levels of endorphins (your feel-good hormones). So go ahead, and grab a cookie (or two)— guilt-free—and let your happiness shine!

Ingredients • • • • • • • •

1 cup of cashew butter 1/4 cup of organic Dutch Cocoa Powder 1/2 cup of maple syrup 1/4 tsp baking soda 1 egg 1/4 tsp sea salt 1/4 cup of gluten-free oats 1/2 cup of gluten-free, dairy-free, dark chocolate chips (I like Enjoy Life brand)

In a large glass bowl, add cashew butter and maple syrup. Mix by hand with wooden spoon until smooth. Beat egg in separate bowl. Add egg to cashew butter. Mix in cocoa powder, baking soda, sea salt, and oats until combined. Mix in chocolate chips at end.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a small ice cream scooper to place dough on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 14 minutes (or adjust depending on how hot your oven is).

tropical T wist g reen s m oothie Did you know your brain is more than 60% fat? Omega-3 fatty acids are important fats to help nourish brain cells, decrease stress and improve mood. High quality omega-3s can be found in fatty fish, as well as nuts and seeds like walnuts, chia, hemp and flaxseeds.

Give your brain the most delicious omega-3 boost with this Tropical Twist Green Smoothie.

Sea-licious Omega-3 can be bought at natural food stores and pharmacies across Canada.

Ingredients • • • • • • • • • •

1 cup coconut milk 1 cup baby spinach 1/2 ripe banana 3 frozen peach slices 1/2 cup frozen mango 1/4 cup of fresh pineapple 1 tbsp Sea-licious Omega-3 Tropical Colada 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp hemp hearts 1 scoop vanilla whey

Blend all ingredients in a high powered blender. Top with flaked coconut if desired.

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SLOW O DOWN THE SIGNS

ne of the most prevalent skin concerns today is dehydration and dryness. Dehydrated skin appears dull and drab, and fines lines and wrinkles are more prominent making you appear beyond your years. These symptoms are often a sign of inadequate topical nourishment on a daily basis. Just as your body requires daily nourishment in the form of food, your skin needs nourishment in the form of topical vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants to keep it healthy, and youthful.

OF AGING

Hydrate Your Skin on All Levels

By AMANDA BEISEL

So what do you do when your skin is feeling dry? If you’re like most people, you reach straight for your moisturizer. The problem with this approach is that moisturizer really only addresses the top layer of the skin, resulting in temporary relief. Your skin consists of two layers, and the deepest layer, known as the dermis, is often neglected when it comes to applying skincare. The dermis is where all the collagen and elastin reside and having a wellformulated serum added to your skincare regimen is crucial. You’ll want something packed with hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and nutrients to help resolve dehydration. Think of it as bathing your collagen and elastin to keep your skin plump and healthy.

the collagen moist and elastic. No other biological substance can retain as much water as hyaluronic acid, making our skin smooth and soft with fewer wrinkles.

DailyFix Revival Serum also contains ferulic acid, phloretin, alpha lipoic acid, and other powerhouse ingredients.

Layer 2: AfterGlow Replenishing Oil AfterGlow Replenishing Skin Oil was designed to resolve dryness in the skin by restoring and repairing the skin while hydrating and replenishing it. Its unique formulation contains all the lipids your skin barrier is made of, which includes ceramides, cholesteryl, and fatty acids. In addition to supplying your skin with every lipid it needs to function optimally, AfterGlow also provides a high dose of antioxidants and nutrients.

When incorporating an oil into your skin care it is important to ensure you are not overusing it. If your skin is very dry then using an oil on a daily basis can be very beneficial. If your skin is normal or combination the addition of an oil a couple times a week may be all that is needed.

The good news is there is a solution to this growing skin concern and it’s called The 3 Layers of Hydration and Restoration. The 3 Layers of Hydration and Restoration consists of a water-based collagen reviving serum, a lipid replenishing oil, and a cell nourishing moisturizer. This system adequately hydrates the skin on all layers— deeply nourishing and restoring it back to its healthiest, hydrated, youthful state.

Layer 3: HydraHit Nourishing Moisturizer

The 3 Layers of Hydration and Restoration

Another potent ingredient is Cassia Angustifolia Seed. This water binding seed acts as a protectant, preventing moisture from escaping the skin. Lastly, Beta Glucan and Black Tea Ferment boost the skin’s immune function while improving the look and radiance of the skin.

Layer 1: DailyFix Revival Serum DailyFix Revival Serum was designed to plump up the skin, resolve dehydration, and nourish the skin at the deepest layer. This serum penetrates deep into the skin, down to the dermal layer where all the collagen and elastin resides.

The key ingredient is hyaluronic acid, a humectant that binds water deep in the skin, ensuring it is properly hydrated and nourished at the deepest layer. The hyaluronic acid retains water, keeping

The third and final step in The 3 Layers of Hydration and Restoration is HydraHit Nourishing Moisturizer. This daily antiaging moisturizer hydrates and protects the outmost layer of the skin and is applied after AfterGlow Replenishing Oil. It also contains hyaluronic acid to intensely nourish the skin and retain moisture while reducing the appearance of fine lines.

IN SUMMARY The path to hydrated, healthy and youthful skin is a balanced skin care regimen. The 3 Layers of Hydration and Restoration offers a simple and complete skin care routine that will help change the look, feel and health of your body’s largest organ—the skin.

Amanda Beisel is the owner of the award-winning SKN Holistic Rejuvenation Clinic in Yaletown. She is a registered acupuncturist specializing in Cosmetic acupuncture and medical skin needling. Amanda is also the founder of Skin Addix, a natural cosmeceutical line focused on skin restoration. To learn more about SKN Clinic and Skin Addix visit SKNClinic.ca and SkinAddix.com

W

ith wedding season upon us, it can be overwhelming choosing the perfect hairstyle. Whether you are the bride, a bridesmaid, or a guest, the options can be endless.

On my wedding day, I decided on doing my hair down with volume and waves, accented with a small sparkly headband. I was able to come up with this style by staying true to my look and what I envisioned for our special day.

It can get stressful and I am sure you have spent hours on Pinterest and Instagram searching for that perfect look. There is nothing worse than finding that one picture, taking it to a hairdresser, and ending up being disappointed. Let’s not have that happen to you!

I have come up with a quick and simple guide to help with choosing the perfect wedding hair for your style:

Wedding Pictures These will stay with you, your kids, your grandkids, and the list goes on! You can’t go wrong with a simple and timeless look. Now is the time to steer clear of what’s “trending” if it is not “you.” Don’t be a daredevil during wedding season. You will thank me later when you look back on pictures.

Weather and Location Are you having an outdoor wedding? What will the rain, wind, and humidity be like? These are all things that you will have to keep in mind. You will want the proper hair products based on the weather: sprays that help with humidity and “extra hold” products for backup!

Have a game plan no matter what the weather decides to do.

Is this me?

Be honest with yourself. Are you having a glam, beach, boho, casual, or fancy wedding? Think about all the planning you have put in and match the theme.

Functionality Will you be able to get through the entire day with your hair staying the way it was when you got it done? Think about the whole day, from ceremony to dinner and dance. Another great option is doing your hair down during the ceremony and pictures, and then having it up for the reception and party. If you have invited your hairdresser to the wedding, this could be a possibility!

A Quick Guide to Wedding Season Hair

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Your Hair Type Be realistic. Your hairdresser can only do so much. Choose something that will look beautiful, but will also work with your hair type.

Whether your hair is fine, thick, curly, straight, short, or long, you can find that perfect style by working together. It’s always a good idea to do a trial run first with the products you are planning to use.

This is about you, your style, your hair type, and your special day. Yes, you may feel overwhelmed, but remember: you are gorgeous, you will look stunning no matter what, and if you are surrounded by people who love you—it doesn’t get much better than that. You got this!

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @klynne_love or my blog KeriLynne.com for fun hair videos and makeup tricks every week!

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By BRIANNA ERRELAT

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icro blading, permanent makeup, cosmetic tattoo, feathering. The buzz around brows has blown up over the past two years and it’s a trend that’s here to stay. With today’s modern techniques, we can now achieve a very natural effect that doesn’t look like you have a tattoo, but more like you had a brow hair transplant!

Micro blading is a technique that creates hair-like strokes with a manual pen that has a series of 12-16 needles that are implanted into the dermal layers of the skin. By implanting into the epidermis and the dermis, we achieve a natural, semipermanent result. Typically, your brow tattoo should last anywhere from one to three years, depending on lifestyle, skin type, and body chemistry. For example, brows on people who have low iron will fade faster, since the common pigments are iron oxide based, so your body will absorb them faster.

I always get asked right off the bat, “Will it hurt?” The answer is: it depends on what your pain threshold is! If you can handle laser hair removal, waxing, or threading, then you will not find the tattoo painful. We use top-ofthe-line numbing agents before and during your session to keep you super relaxed and comfortable. I can’t count how many times I had clients fall asleep while I tattoo them! A word of advice: don’t book close to our during your period—this will make you much more sensitive. Of course, you can’t always plan ahead, so if you do have your period, just let your technician know so they can use a little extra numbing agent on you during the tattoo.

Also, if you want to take painkillers before your appointment, only take Tylenol Extra Strength—do NOT take Advil, Ibuprofen, or any blood-thinning medicine!

AFTERCARE Aftercare is the most important thing that I stress to my clients. After all, you wouldn’t get an operation and not follow your doctor’s orders to rehabilitate. The fact is, if you don’t take care of your brows while healing, you will not be happy with your results. There are many different aftercare regimens out there depending on the technician you choose, so again, do your research so you can be prepared to take care of your brows after your tattoo. At BE Studio, we send the aftercare information as soon as you inquire about an appointment. This way, you

know what to do and can plan and schedule around the healing time. For example, the brows will usually be 20-30% darker while healing (darkest on the third day due to the oxidization of the ink), so it’s good to know this ahead of time so you aren’t blindsided when you wake up on Day 3 and have to go an event with super dark brows! I suggest wearing more eye makeup or a brighter lipstick to balance out the bold brows. It all depends on your comfort level; some people are used to wearing darker brows and some aren’t, so having this information ahead of time will keep you comfortable.

Do your research when choosing a technician! Ask around for referrals, and if you can’t get a referral, then make sure the technician has lots of photos of their work that you can view. Also ask about their background. Were they previously in the makeup industry? How many years of tattooing experience do they have? Lots of people have started doing microblading because of its popularity, which has been both great and bad for the industry. You want to make sure that you choose someone who is designing a shape for you based on your face shape, skin tone, eye shape, hair colour, and skin type.

A follow-up appointment is also necessary.

This is not a one-shot deal where you get the tattoo and then don’t have to go back again for three years. Touch-up appointments are so important! After about four weeks, you will see your results from the first session; you can then go back at around five weeks for a “perfecting” appointment to adjust shape, size, and colour. The brows will look very bold and appear larger while healing.

Once healed, they will look softer and smaller. When you go in for your touch-up, you can then decide if you want to go darker, thicker, or longer.

It is good to know that results vary from person to person and cannot be guaranteed. Everyone heals differently and has unique skin types and textures. Have realistic expectations when going into your appointment. It may take you one or even two perfecting appointments to achieve the results you want. Be patient, take care of the brows while healing, and book your followup session. You will be thrilled with the results and the time saved every morning, while on vacation, at the gym, and just everyday life when you have your new brows!

Eyebrow guru, makeup magician, budding entrepreneur, and hugger extraordinaire. Meet Brianna Errelat, the warm, friendly, lovable founder and primary technician of BE Studio, specializing in cosmetic tattoo services in Vancouver. To learn more, visit BEMakeupHair.com

Tips and beauty secrets from consummate beauty pro Crystal Jensen!

ms nnifer Willia photo by Je

Beauty Inside and Out What do you get when you put Melanie Auld and Jillian Harris together? A collection of exquisite pieces tailored to celebrate friendship and love. It’s a great gift for BFFs, mothers, daughters, and all those relationships that mean the most to your heart. Wear these gorgeous little numbers individually or layered—this dream line is meant to be lived in. What better way to celebrate beauty from the inside out than by giving back to charity? For every piece of jewellery sold, $3.50 (the cost of a meal) goes to A Better Life Foundation, so you can buy jewellery and feel good about helping someone in need. Find your perfect piece at MelanieAuld.ca

No Whiteouts Here A big pet peeve of mine are SPFs that leave your skin tacky and have you looking like Casper the Friendly Ghost. Thank goodness for Rocky Mountain Soap Co’s “Vanilla Coconut” sunscreen.

Not only is this beauty must-have 100% natural, they spent years mastering the formula, so a lot of pride and care went into its creation! Along with the heavenly scent, this beautiful cream absorbs incredibly easily into the skin. Stay sun-savvy with RockyMountainSoap.com

Masque’d Beauty I could live in beauty masques 24/7, and I’ve discovered the mother of all masques when it comes to clearing up congestion and keeping my pores clean. Dermalogica’s new “Charcoal Rescue Masque” is a heavy hitter for detoxifying and leaving the skin radiant. Slather this baby on thick, or use it to spot-treat trouble spots.

Whatever your concern, Dermalogica’s got you covered from head to toe, and even your back too. Shop today at Dermalogica.ca

Foundation Strong I almost never wear liquid foundation because I don’t really like how it feels. But Charlotte Tilbury’s got me all in a spell with her new “Magic Foundation”. This lightweight, fullcoverage, skin-perfecting, anti-aging genie in a bottle works wonders. Whether you need a sheer veil or a little extra for those darn imperfections, this beauty find will be your saving grace. Plus, use it with the “Magic Complexion Brush” for a flawless, airbrushed finish! It all starts with a good foundation at CharlotteTilbury.com

Garden Roses When I smell roses, it brings me back to my grandmother’s house, with the sweet floral breeze drifting through the open windows. I have always had a connection to roses, and the new line from The Body Shop has me in love. “British Rose” Eau De Toilette is absolutely beautiful and the best fragrance to wear through the day and take you into the summer nights. The line ranges from lotions to washes to scrubs and more. The bouquet of this collection will sure to be a favourite of yours too. Get in bloom with TheBodyShop.ca

Inspirational women showing the world that passion drives success

Anna Shalal

Stephanie HINTON

Kristy Powers

Sarah Goodman

Anna Shalal has been working in the makeup and hair industry in Vancouver, BC, for over 15 years. She studied at the Vancouver Film School, New Image College, and the UKbased Mastered Val Garland School of Make-up.

Stephanie Hinton is the founder of Breathe Athletic, a high end, North American made, activewear and lifestyle clothing store based in Victoria, BC. They serve adventurous women who dare to be different, and want their workout and casual wardrobes to be stylish and unique.

When is the last time you had your portrait taken, whether for fun or for business? Kristy Powers owns a boutique photography studio in downtown Langley, BC, and believes every woman should have amazing photos of herself.

Beauty, branding, and boudoir are her specialties.

Sarah Goodman is the CEO of VitalSines, a health-technology startup in Vancouver, BC. Sarah’s passion for health and wellness started when she ran her own fitness and nutrition company in 2011. When her father, Dr. Jess Goodman, approached her with his latest health technology invention iHeart in 2012, it was nowhere near ready for sale.

Sarah jumped at the chance to help him bring his health tech product to market.

She is passionate about allow the absolute best in her clients to shine through. If she works with you, she wants you to feel like your “ultimate you”.

Some of her clients have included the US Pro Women’s Soccer Team; the UFC’s Ronda Rousey, Benson Henderson, and Jon Jones; Lauren Berlingeri, Elysia Rotaru, ESPN’s Jesse Palmer, SEGA’s Relic Studios, RHOV’s Reiko Mackenzie, and EA SPORTS. Learn more about Anna at AnnaShalalMakeup.com

Stephanie loves what she does because she has created a space where women can relax and enjoy one to one customer service while shopping. She feels good about the fact that Breathe only sells collections made in Vancouver and Los Angeles.

She believes in supporting a local economy and reducing her venture’s carbon footprint.

Being a business owner also means Stephanie has the freedom to work the hours she chooses.

That means she can spend quality time with her family, or get out to hike mountains, paddle board, or sweat it out in the hot yoga room.

To get a 10% off discount code for first orders, visit BreatheAthletic.com

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Kristy and her clients collaboratively determine the direction of their photo sessions.

Jeans? Perfect! Business attire?

Definitely! Glamourous dress?

Um, yes please! A session with Kristy is more than just a photo shoot—it’s a portrait couture experience with service and direction every step of the way.

Kristy will calm those nerves and leave her clients feeling uplifted and empowered. The images she creates are a lifetime legacy.

Her goal is to use her photography to spread the word on important messages through her new blog series, “this is life.” Contact Kristy if you have a story to share! She would love to connect with you at KristyPowers.ca or @kristypowers.ca on Instagram.

iHeart is a fingertip device and mobile application. It determines a user’s internal age in 30 seconds by measuring aortic pulse wave velocity, a scientifically proven heart health, brain health, and internal health metric. Before iHeart, the only method to measure aortic pulse wave velocity was a $25,000 medical device. The VitalSines team has developed a user-friendly, cost effective tool for monitoring the effect lifestyle choices have on both short and long term internal health. Sarah is proud to be part of a company that is increasing lifespans and educating people.

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Dawn Craig

Amanda Shatzko

Arlene Marie

Evelyn McKelvie

In two short years, Dawn Craig has grown her Surrey, BC-based business, dawn Registered Massage Therapy Clinic, from two independent contractors and 100 patients to ten independent contractors, two employees and 1600 patients.

Amanda Shatzko is an artrepreneur who travels the world creating enriching art experiences for those who strive for a higher quality of life.

She captures the essence of a person or a place, distilling their message into luxurious works of art. When not traveling to perform, speak, or exhibit, Amanda spends most of her time in her studios in Vancouver and the North Okanagan.

Arlene Marie is a freelance hair-colourist and Independent Brand Partner with Nerium International. She trained at Vidal Sassoon in London UK, worked alongside British hairdressing icon, Nicky Clarke OBE, was Head Technician and Manager at Toni & Guy, and was also a boutique salon owner in Vancouver.

Equine Coach founder Evelyn McKelvie is a certified and credentialed Executive Coach who coaches people with the assistance of horses. A pioneer in the equine facilitated coaching movement, her own unique approach respects the true nature of the horse as well as her clients.

Dawn is a dedicated medical professional known for putting her clients first. She always ensures her team is motivated and positioned to provide the best treatments and customer service to their patients.

Dawn’s mission is to help her patients get into the best state of wellness they have ever experienced. She believes that anyone can feel healthier and stay well with a regular program of massage therapy, remedial exercise, and good maintenance.

With her 3000-hour Registered Massage Therapy education and extensive knowledge of soft tissue and musculoskeletal conditions, she is able to apply the correct techniques to get the response she—and her patients—want. Her postgraduate education is focused on fascial release techniques, ligamentous release, and neurological treatments.

Learn more at DCRMT.ca

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Entrepreneurs, celebrities, toplevel executives, professional athletes, and major brands have collected Amanda’s paintings and sculptures. She has created government-funded environmentally sustainable up-cycled public art projects.

She has conducted live painting performances for brands and businesses such as BMW Mini, Bell Media, and Natural Factors.

Amanda is committed to developing legacies. Clients feel great when they participate in an event or acquire one of Amanda’s artworks. That’s because they are not just collecting a story to tell their family and friends; a portion of their proceeds is used to fund humanitarian and environmental causes.

To book a show or collect an artwork visit AmandaShatzko.ca

When Arlene was living la vida loca in Barcelona for five years as a stay-at-home mom, her twin sister sent her a “magic cream” and asked her to research whether it was part of a “pyramid scam”. Her sister had hopes of becoming a distributor for the skin cream company’s European launch.

So Arlene traveled to St. Louis for a completely life-changing weekend convention.

Suffice it to say, Nerium’s leadership, scientific approach, and supportive business culture impressed Arlene. She and her family moved back to Vancouver so she could do what she does best: help people become their best selves, inside and out.

Learn more about Nerium International on their website at Picard.NeriumProducts.com Contact Arlene at arlene_ marie1@yahoo.ca to try any of the products under the 30-day money-back guarantee.

Evelyn was smitten later in life by horses and their potential to open our minds, challenge our assumptions, and provide profound insight into who we really are. In 1998, Evelyn set out to learn everything possible about horses and, since 2006, has been coaching people and teams with horses.

Evelyn’s career path has been very much a “road less travelled”.

Over the years, Evelyn explored the worlds of art, music, theatre, management in post-secondary education, IT and management consulting. In 2014, she retired from her role as an IT leader at the University of British Columbia.

As a certified horse trainer and Executive Coach, Evelyn incorporates techniques from the worlds of neuroscience and emotional intelligence (EI). Learn more or take the complimentary self-assessment The 8 Fold Path of Equus at EquineCoach.ca

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Marvice Maclean

Christine Hall

JENNY HINCH

Sarah Wall

Marvice MacLean is the owner of Lumiere Skin Health and Wellness Centre, located in Downtown Vancouver. Lumiere specializes in advanced antiaging facial treatments and aromatherapy.

Christine Hall is the founder of Thrive Movement Studio. She says, “We are not a ‘gym’, and we are proud of it!”

Jenny Hinch is a 17-year water filtration expert and the founder of Lucid Water Co. Ltd. Lucid Water supplies and services “the cooler with the self-filling bottle”.

The Lucid water dispenser is an environmentally sustainable alternative to bottled water, with a trio of filters specially designed to remove impurities from British Columbia’s unique water supply.

Lucid also sells under-counter filtration systems and showerhead filters to residential clients.

Sarah Wall is the owner of Body Mind Spirit Business & Life Coaching. She helps people break through fears and limiting beliefs by clearing the clutter of their minds with simple techniques that have immediate and powerful impacts.

Prior to joining the esthetic industry, Marvice worked in the corporate world for almost 20 years. But esthetics was her passion, so she enrolled in JCI’s Spa Program in 2012 and opened Lumiere in 2015.

Marvice was passionate about skincare and makeup from a very young age, when her mother taught her that a woman’s skin is her best accessory. She was also always curious, with a thirst for knowledge about skin science.

Marvice wants to spread a message of self-love and help other women feel great about themselves without going under the knife.

Describing Lumiere’s approach as “consultative”, Marvice says, “We help our customers to identify their skin types and conditions. We help them to set beauty goals to achieve the desirable result. We believe every woman should look beautiful and feel fabulous about herself everyday!”

Learn more at LumiereSpa.ca

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Thrive Movement Studio is a boutique women’s fitness studio located in beautiful South Surrey, BC. Thrive is quite literally a movement, a supportive and positive community whose members believe in the power of each another. The Thrive philosophy is that life is too short to just “survive”—Thrive clients are encouraged to thrive and live to their full potential.

Thrive’s specialty is their extremely popular Small Group Training program. Their progressive workouts challenge clients at their appropriate ability levels. Thrive trainers focus on proper technique yet are extremely fun—and never boring! They also provide accountability so their clients don’t miss a session (and don’t want to). Weekly clean-eating meal plans are provided, and regular goal setting and mindset exercises are included to ensure client success. Christine and her Thrive trainers have one mission: to motivate, inspire, and empower women to become the absolute best they can be.

Learn more about Thrive at ThriveMovementStudio.ca

Jenny also publishes informative blogs on her website about various water related topics.

For instance, she is currently bringing awareness to residents of White Rock, BC, about the high levels of arsenic in their tap water. She also publishes recipes for infused water and encourages people to drink lots of healthy water instead of sugary soft drinks.

Jenny is a strong believer in environmentally sustainable solutions. She encourages people to re-fill their water bottles rather than purchase plastic bottles. She also encourages people to drink water purified by filtration, rather than reverse osmosis, since reverse osmosis wastes an incredible amount of water.

To learn more, visit LucidWaterCo.com or like Lucid Water Co.’s Facebook page.

She is also the creator of Shanti Yoga, and co-founder of Yoga Vacations, which provides safe spaces for people to explore their inner worlds through yoga while traveling to beautiful destinations.

Sarah’s own 20-year journey into yoga has taken her around the world many times and sparked her passion to give back. She’s a proud board member of Helping Hands for India, an organization formed by a group of yoga teachers.

They built a school in northern India, providing free education to almost 300 children.

Incorporating mindfulness and meditation into her own life has been essential to Sarah’s well-being. She’s sharing her story in her upcoming book Life Reboot: Start living a life of passion and purpose through your inner wisdom.

To connect with Sarah, visit Body-Mind-Spirit-Coach.com or ShantiYogaPeace.com

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Shannon Lorenz

Karen Field

DaNIELA FISHER

Tamara Hughes

Armed with creativity, a calculator, and an unquenchable desire to deliver one-of-a-kind event experiences, Shannon Lorenz has been providing professional event design and production for small to large-scale events for more than a decade.

Her professional approach and unstoppable ambition has earned her a reputation as one of the most accomplished and trustworthy event planners in the Sea to Sky corridor.

Karen Field is a Premiere Stylist with the jewelry company Color

By Amber. She had been in the direct sales business since late 2009, but never found the right company until 2014, when she discovered Color By Amber.

Karen is proud to be a stylist with Color by Amber because it is “so much more than jewelry.

It is style with a story!”

Daniela Fisher is a South Surrey artist, originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, who makes fairy and Zen gardens. Since creating them brings Daniela so much joy, her goal is “to transfer all the love and creative energy” she generates through her work to enlighten anyone’s home. Her gardens are appropriate for any age group and make unique and meaningful gifts.

Science meets nature and beauty meets health. As the owner of Skin Deep Formulations & Rainy Daze Medi Spa, Tamara has been a dedicated trainer, master of aesthetics and a paramedical dermal specialist for over 20 years. She offers exquisite experience with award-winning effectiveness using only the most elite professional skin care, cosmetic and medial technology in today’s beauty industry. This year, Tamara won “Top Training Team” in the company and was nominated for other sale awards.

A true visionary, Shannon sees opportunity all around her.

In 2011, recognizing the need to build a new community of local designers and creatives, Shannon co-founded Refresh Market, one of BC’s top handmade and pop-up markets.

Most recently, Shannon cofounded TREND Vancouver, a boutique-style event designed to engage, inspire, and outfit the modern day woman.

Shannon’s client roster includes the Sea to Sky Gondola, the Canadian Internet Marketing Conference, GranFondo Canada, TED Conferences, District of Squamish, and several happy newlyweds.

To learn more about Shannon’s work, visit RefreshMarket.ca or TRENDVancouver.ca

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Color by Amber’s jewelry is made from recycled and repurposed materials. Plastic bottles create the eco-resin that encapsulates all the inter-layers.

Repurposed materials such as shredded catalogues, denim, and coffee bean sacks make up some of the inter-layers. Women artisans in villages around the world create other inter-layers.

Being kind to the planet while making a difference in the lives of women and their families is what makes Karen proud to promote this unique and beautiful jewelry.

Learn more at EcoBling.

MyColorByAmber.com, contact Karen at ecobling4u@gmail.com, or check out Color by Amber’s YouTube or Vimeo channels to watch the stories about the people behind the style.

Everything Daniela does comes from a grateful and loving heart.

Her belief in energy, the Law of Attraction, and helping others infuses her business, Magical Fairy Zen Gardens. She feels, through her art, she “can bring healing, magical, loving energy into someone’s home, and that’s just a great feeling!”

Daniela hopes to inspire others to follow their passion and creative side. Living in her “genius zone” was her key to creating a joyful, meaningful life, and she would love others to find their “keys.”

Check out Daniela’s work on: • Instagram: @magicalfairyzengardens; • Twitter: @MagicalFairyZenGarden; • And coming soon at MagicalFairyGardens.com • Or contact her at info@ magicalfairygardens.com

As a licensed aesthetician, a paramedical dermal technician, as well as a trained oncology aesthetician, Tamara has a passion for the education of health and wellness and strives to help clients boost their sales, increase their knowledge and retain their clientele in the skin care industry.

Tamara owns and facilitates an advanced training facility for spa industry professionals and has recently expanded her portfolio by partnering herself with Rainy Daze Medi Spa located in Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Learn more about Tamara and her work at SkinDeepFormulations.com

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