Show Off Star Style with 3 Easy Red-Carpet Hair Looks You Can Create at Home

September 13, 2016 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Toronto has officially rolled out the red carpet for some of the hottest names in Hollywood to celebrate the best films from around the world at TIFF. And along with these cinematic masterpieces, many people are also being captivated by the incredible celebrity looks to grace the red carpet.

Nina Farrauto, official Stylist for Batiste™ Dry Shampoo Canada, has predicted the top three red-carpet hair styles for 2016 and shares her trade secrets on how you can get the look at home. You’ll be amazed at how easily you can be red carpet ready in 3-2-1 without the expensive blow out and complicated techniques. It’s all about simple, elegant looks you can master in the comfort of your own home.

1. Loose Waves

“Loose, sexy waves used to be seen as a more casual look, but we’ve seen celebrities rocking more glamorous waves at recent award shows and I’m sure we’ll continue to see lots of waves on the red carpet this fall” – Nina Farrauto, Stylist for Batiste™ Dry Shampoo Canada

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Give Your Hair its Daily Vitamins with New Live Clean Vitamin Multi Boost Haircare-Giveaway

May 9, 2016 by Kathryn 133 Comments

When it comes to my hair, I’ve found that no single shampoo works all the time. Whether it’s because of my diet, the weather or just changing hormones, there are days my tresses scream for extra moisture, other days when I desperately lack volume and days when my hair is absolutely just the way I want it.

Luckily, I’ve assembled a pretty good assortment of favourite haircare lines for all my different needs. And the new Live Clean Vitamin Multi Boost shampoo and conditioner is my personal favourite choice for everyday haircare that leaves locks feeling clean, healthy and nourished. [Read more…]

Share Your Thoughts on P&G Products with the Rate and Review Program #PGMom

March 31, 2016 by Kathryn 1 Comment

As a P&G Mom, I’ve had the chance to test a lot of products over the years and then share reviews on my website. Some were ones I’ve loved for years. Others were new to me and have become must-haves in my house. And still others were okay, but just didn’t impress me quite as much. But no matter what I think of the products, having the chance to share my thoughts both with P&G and with family, friends and readers is something I’ve always loved.

And now, you can share your thoughts on P&G products too! With the P&G Rate and Review program, Canadians can create reviews of the P&G products that wowed them and the ones that they’re not so crazy about. Just visit PGeveryday.ca and click the Rate and Review button to see a full list of P&G products. Then click on the one you want to review and share your thoughts with the world! Recently I had the chance to review a few popular products myself: Charmin Ultra Strong Bathroom Tissue, Pantene Moisture Renewal haircare and the Swiffer Sweep and Trap. Here are the thoughts I shared in my reviews on the P&G website.

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Renew Your Hair for Spring with Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour-Giveaway

March 23, 2016 by Kathryn 116 Comments

Like most teenage girls, I used to love changing my hair with different at-home colour kits. I usually went red, sometimes added streaks of blonde and even considered going jet black. But then I let a few months pass between colourings shortly after turning twenty, and I remembered what a great natural hair colour I had. At that moment, I decided that I would stop colouring my hair and enjoy my own, natural tresses until my hair started going so grey that I had no choice but to dye it. At that point, I figured, I could go crazy with wild hair colours to my heart’s content.

I managed to fend off those days for quite awhile by yanking out the occasional grey hairs I found but now, at 35, I’m starting to think that I’m doing more damage to my hair by yanking out greys than I would be just dying it again! So I decided to take the plunge and colour my untouched hair for the first time in about 15 years…with a little help from Vidal Sassoon! The company’s new Salonist hair colour promised a salon-quality colouring experience due to a system that treats roots and lengths separately.

Choosing a colour was the biggest first step. I asked my fiance if I should pick a colour that was drastically different, slightly different or as close to my natural colour as possible. He thought that switching my colour up a bit with a slightly different change sounded fun, so I decided to go with a colour that I had a bit of past experience with and picked up two boxes of Vidal Sassoon Salonist Medium Reddish Brown. [Read more…]

Discover Live Clean’s Most Popular Products for the Whole Family-Giveaway

October 22, 2015 by Kathryn 177 Comments

It’s no secret that I love Live Clean products. From haircare to skincare and baby products to body oils, the company is always innovating to provide the best and most effective earth-friendly products for the whole family. But with so many great new collections, it can be easy to forget about the tried-and-true Live Clean products that have been favourites with families for years.

Fortunately, Live Clean recently gave me the chance to rediscover an assortment of its “greatest hits” for the whole family, and I couldn’t have been happier about it. Baby lotion, shampoo, gentle skincare and more reminded me exactly why Live Clean is a staple brand in my household. Here are Live Clean’s top product picks:

Live Clean Shea Cocoa Butter Baby Lotion isn’t just for baby! Yes, it’s the richest, most deeply hydrating lotion for baby yet – but it’s also perfect for you when your skin needs more moisture. Certified Organic Quinoa and Vanilla work to lock in that new-found moisture and protect baby’s skin (AND YOURS!) from the elements. [Read more…]

Bare Your Hair with New Herbal Essences Naked Volume Collection #PGMom

October 21, 2015 by Kathryn 22 Comments

Up until a month ago, my hairstyle really didn’t have a lot to it. My hair was long, all one length and thick. So thick, in fact, that there was no question of adding volume to my locks. My hair was just too heavy for that and hung straight no matter how I tried styling it.

But then I decided to put myself in the hands of the talented stylists at Revolution Hair Studio in Moose Jaw, and they gave me a cut I loved. By adding plenty of kicky layers, I was left with hair that was light, bouncy and youthful. I couldn’t have been happier.

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Freshen Up Your Spring Beauty Routine with New Products from P&G-Giveaway #PGMom

April 7, 2015 by Kathryn 239 Comments

One of my favourite things about springtime is doing a little pampering and refreshing of my look after the harsh winter months. No matter how careful I am, I often suffer from dry skin, limp locks and cracked lips when the winter winds are wailing. Spring is a chance for me to indulge a little by helping my body replenish itself. And doing that is easier than ever thanks to some fabulous new products from Proctor & Gamble that are perfect for spring refreshing!

Has winter wind left your hair lifeless? Don’t fret! The Pantene Dry Defy system is designed for women with chronically dry hair that’s lost its natural movement and shine. It’s perfect if you’re hair is feeling a little lifeless from the winter wind. This is a three-step system that works to replenish lost moisture and block damage sites, where it’s most easily lost. The three step system includes an intense hydrating shampoo and conditioner, as well as a Velvet Crème Infusion, which absorbs into hair and starts working immediately, leaving your hair soft and velvety for all those mid-afternoon strolls and trips to the park! [Read more…]

Let Pantene, COVERGIRL and Crest Glam Your Look for Valentine’s Day Date Night

February 14, 2015 by Kathryn 204 Comments

As a work-from-home mom, dressing up is not really a part of my daily routine. In fact, I fully admit that I am one of those parents that sometimes walks my boys to school wearing pyjama pants. (Okay, okay, I sometimes pick them up after school in pyjama pants too!) Getting dressed just to sit at home working all day has never made much sense to me. But since my workweek is so relaxed, I tend to go all out when I do get the chance to dress up.

And that means that when I leave the house for an elegant Valentine’s Day dinner, I’m going to be looking my absolute best. While I haven’t decided which dress and heels I’ll be wearing quite yet, I do know that I’ll be curling my hair and putting on my favourite date night makeup! And with help from Pantene, COVERGIRL and Crest Whitestrips, I’m sure my look will get a great reaction!

My hair is quite fine, but I have so much of it that it tends to be rather limp. I love curling it but because of its weight the curls often lose their bounce quickly. That’s why I’ve fallen in love with the Pantene Pro-V Full & Strong collection. The shampoo and conditioner strengthen my hair without weighing it down. And the Pantene Pro-V PowerFULL Body Booster Spray is my secret weapon when styling my hair. I just spray the formula on my damp strands, use my Conair Infiniti Pro Curl Secret to add curls and then set the curls with a quick spritz of hairspray for a look that lasts all night. [Read more…]