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Show Off Easy Old Hollywood Waves for the Holidays with Haircare Products from Shoppers Drug Mart

November 11, 2016 by Kathryn 37 Comments

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Dove, Nexxus, TRESemmé and Shoppers Drug Mart. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author, who is a paid influencer, and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Dove, Nexxus, TRESemmé and Shoppers Drug Mart.

I’ve always admitted that I’m a bit of a holiday fanatic. I love everything about the Christmas season, from the food and decorations to the parties and celebrations. And of course, one of the best things about all those parties is showing off a sensational holiday look! A Christmas gathering means a chance to try that one swoon-worthy style that’s best suited to the holidays or another special occasion. And this year, I’ll be getting picture perfect for the holiday season with help from some of the many great hair products available at Shoppers Drug Mart!

In my younger years, I didn’t know much about creating fun hairstyles, so my fanciest look tended to be a simple bun. Now that I’ve developed a love of fashion and beauty, I’ve become much more experimental with my looks. And I’ve learned that having the right hair products for that stellar style makes all the difference! So I’ve decided that for the 2016 holiday season, I’ll be showing off glamorous Old Hollywood Waves created with Nexxus® and TRESemmé® styling products!

To start the style, I washed my hair, applied Nexxus® Mousse Plus® Volumizing Foam and blow-dried my tresses until they were dry. The mousse isn’t a must for this style, but it’s nice for anyone that wants to add a bit of extra volume to their hair. Then I applied TRESemmé® Thermal Creations® Heat Tamer® Hair Spray to my hair to help protect it from damage as I added curls.

Finally, I turned to the one must-have product for this style – Nexxus® Comb Thru® Natural Hold Design & Finishing Mist. This spray provides great hold for hair without feeling stiff or sticky. I sprayed it lightly through my hair and then brushed through my locks again. With my hair properly prepped, it was time to start curling!

The secret to this style is working in small sections to make even curls over the entire head. I have both a curling iron and an automatic curler and while I tried this style with both of them, I found the standard curling iron was the better choice for this look. While it takes a little more effort to ensure the curls are even, the curls have a much softer look. There’s no need to clamp each curl; just wrap the hair around the barrel and hold until the curl is set! Winding the hair into a rope to create a nice, soft curl is a must and after releasing each curl, I tugged it down gently to loosen the look just a little.

When my hair was fully curled, it was time for the final step in creating this Hollywood glam style. Using a natural boar bristle brush, I brushed through my curls until they softened into waves. Then I set the waves with a final spray of Nexxus Comb Thru Natural Hold Design & Finishing Mist. The mist was perfect for ensuring my hair kept its curl while still looking soft, touchable and manageable.

Looking for more great holiday hair styles? Look no further than Shoppers Drug Mart! With great products from Dove, Nexxus and TRESemmé as well as tips and ideas for finding your perfect style, you’ll look and feel amazing at your big holiday get-together this year! And earning Shoppers Optimum® Points on all your purchases means that you’ll get rewarded for looking your best!

While this style takes a little more time and effort, the final results are well worth it. But if you prefer a simpler style, don’t overlook more basic looks like a voluminous ponytail or a classic blowout. With styling products from Dove, TRESemmé and Nexxus to add a little oomph, you’ll still be turning heads at your festive fete. Grab the must-have styling products at Shoppers Drug Mart and make sure your look is picture perfect during all your holiday events!

Find everything you need to love your look this holiday, with TRESemmé, Nexxus and Dove at your local Shoppers Drug Mart. To check out more looks like this one and see what else is on your Holiday To ‘Do List visit ShoppersDrugMart.ca/todolist

Get a Little Bad with a Bad Moms Prize Pack from Chatters Salon and eOne Films-Giveaway

July 28, 2016 by Kathryn 105 Comments

Being a mom. It’s exhausting, frustrating and often thankless. There are days a mom can’t help but feel like she has no idea what she’s doing. There are days that a mom just wants to drop everything, grab a few good friends and run away from the responsibilities of parenthood…if only for a few hours. But then there are those moments when we look at our children, feel our hearts swell with love and pride, and know that becoming a mother was the best decision we ever made.

Still, taking time for ourselves is important. It helps keep us focused, relaxed and able to deal with the many frustrations that parenting brings. And a few weeks ago, Entertainment One gave me the chance to recharge my own mom batteries with a trip to Los Angeles to attend an exclusive premiere screening of Bad Moms, this summer’s hit comedy that will have moms across North America laughing, bonding and connecting like never before. [Read more…]

Treat Yourself to Luxury with Items from the Distinctive Assets Mother’s Day in Hollywood Gift Basket-Giveaway

May 7, 2015 by Kathryn 397 Comments

Every Mother’s Day, a select group of Hollywood’s most popular moms gets a fabulous gift basket created by the L.A. based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. Packed with the hottest designer items for both mom and baby, it’s always exciting seeing which brands make their way into the gift basket each year!

This year celebrity moms including Jessica Biel, Christina Ricci, Zooey Deschanel and Kate Hudson will be treated to some of the newest and most sought-after products from Ruma Organics, TAGS Boutique, Earth’s Best, Logitech, Haze and many more! But the best part is that each year, I also get the chance to treat one of my readers to a little taste of celebrity with a very special Mother’s Day in Hollywood giveaway!

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The Best of Walt Disney World-A Guide to Experiencing All Four Parks in One Day

March 11, 2015 by Kathryn 25 Comments

It’s easy to spend multiple days exploring the four different parks that make up Walt Disney World and see new things every day. But if time is short and you want to make the most of your visit, this is the information you’ve been looking for. Enjoying the best of all four parks in twelve hours might seem impossible but with some strategic planning and a little luck, it can be done. On a recent trip to Orlando, I decided to prove that with a 1 day park hopper pass and a whirlwind day that took me from the plains of Africa to the surface of Mars!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Since Disney’s Animal Kingdom closes earlier than the other parks, it’s a great place to start the fun. The Tree of Life is a must-see, with its stunning carving depicting over 300 different animals. After taking a few minutes to admire the tree, I was off to Expedition Everest, one of the park’s most popular roller coasters. As a first ride, it’s a great one with a fast-paced coaster and a very close encounter with the Abominable Snowman. In fact, it was such a great ride that I just had to go on it twice!

Then it was off to walk through the Maharaja Jungle Trek and see the giant fruit bats, tigers, tapirs and other animals inhabiting the area. With the fun of seeing animals up close fresh in my mind, heading to the popular Kilimanjaro Safaris ride was my next top pick. Watching lions, elephants, giraffes and more roaming in expertly designed areas that simulated their natural landscapes was thrilling.

After all that walking, I was ready for a break. And watching the hugely popular 4D live show It’s Tough to be a Bug was the perfect way to relax while enjoying some great entertainment. Featuring 3D special effects, smoke, scents and more, it’s one of the top attractions in the park for good reason! My personal favourite moment was right at the end when the seats simulated the feeling of bugs crawling away underneath me! [Read more…]

Celebrate Motherhood with Top Items from the Distinctive Assets Mother’s Day in Hollywood Gift Basket-Giveaway

June 2, 2014 by Kathryn 268 Comments

Every Mother’s Day in Hollywood, 25 of the top new celebrity moms are treated to a gorgeous gift basket created by the LA-based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. Packed with tons of designer items for Mom and Baby, these gift baskets are always extraordinary and this year was no exception! Celebrity moms and moms-to-be including Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Scarlett Johansson enjoyed all kinds of fun and fabulous products from Hasbro, Sartori, CherryT Knit & Co, Bailey Berry and many others!

I received an assortment of products from the Mother’s Day in Hollywood gift basket so that I could enjoy my own star treatment. From adorable designer panties from ROAM to luxurious makeup base from Bellefontaine to delicious Bhakti Chai concentrate, there were so many fabulous products in my package. I fell in love with the Bellefontaine Refining Serene Make-Up Base the first time I tried it; not only did it provide extra nourishment for my skin, it also added a great glow to my face that left my complexion looking flawless after applying makeup.

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