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Basic Contouring Tutorial with the Glo Minerals Contour Kit from Skincare by Alana

April 2, 2016 by Kathryn 6 Comments

Since I didn’t wear a lot of makeup as a teenager and young adult, I’ve become a big fan of trying new makeup trends in my thirties. While I don’t go too wild with bright colours or edgy trends (no black lips for this woman), I do like seeing how the season’s hottest looks can be made more wearable for everyday style. From a dramatic smoky eye on date night to a perfect nude makeup look for daytime, I’ve mastered a few stylish trends over the years. But one technique that I’d never tried and always wanted to was contouring.

Luckily, Skincare by Alana recently came to the rescue and gave me the chance to test out the technique! This fantastic online boutique features an extensive line of cosmetics, skincare and more at great prices. My skin can be a bit finicky so mineral makeup is my go-to when I want to try a new look without worrying about my skin reacting with breakouts or sudden redness. And to my delight, Skincare by Alana offered a Glo Minerals Contour Kit that looked like it would be perfect for trying contouring for the first time.

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Show Star Style with COVERGIRL TruBlend and trunaked Cosmetics

February 23, 2016 by Kathryn 234 Comments

A few months ago, I took my makeup kit with me to a movie set for a bit part I was playing. When the shooting was done, I quickly packed all my gear and headed back to Moose Jaw. I didn’t realize until reaching home that my makeup had been left behind and when I learned of the loss, I was devastated. I’m picky about makeup and had assembled my collection of favourites after years of work.

Luckily, COVERGIRL came to my rescue with some of its hottest new products to have me looking red carpet-ready when I head to the theatre to watch my film debut! The newest products are universally flattering, go from day to night with ease and make it easy for even the busiest mom to create a glamorous look in a flash. Looking for tips that will have you feeling like a superstar? COVERGIRL has some step-by-step advice just for you!

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Your Fall Makeup Look Can Last All Day with COVERGIRL Outlast-Giveaway #PGMoms

September 22, 2015 by Kathryn 182 Comments

Fall is always a busy time of year for a parent, and that’s especially true for me this year. My boys are riding a school bus for the first time, which means an early morning drive every day to get them to the bus stop on time. Then I spend my day on everything from vehicle repair appointments to dentist visits to grocery shopping. In between, I’m working as much as possible before it’s time to drive to pick up the boys one more.

Needless to say, I simply don’t have time to be touching up my makeup every few minutes. But I still want to look polished and pulled together as I’m rushing around town. That’s why COVERGIRL Outlast products are a must for my makeup regime! From foundation to lipstick, these cosmetics help ensure my great makeup look lasts all day.

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Add Drama To Your Look with Products from COVERGIRL and Olay-Giveaway #PGMom

May 27, 2015 by Kathryn 168 Comments

I love playing around with different makeup looks, so I’m always excited when brands I already love and use release new cosmetics for me to try. This month, P&G has three fabulous products that will help you show off your star style, and they’re ones that I couldn’t wait to try!

The first is an old favourite with a great new formula: Olay Total Effects Anti-aging Moisturizer. With 40% more vitamins and the highest level of Niacinamide in an over-the-counter Olay product, it’s a great first step before applying makeup. Since it keeps skin soft and nourished, foundation tends to go on more smoothly and evenly for a flawless complexion you’ll love.

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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…]