FOTD & OOTD | Yeah you've crossed the line, I've got a knife behind my back (just sayin')

Hi ladies! I recently attended a party and of course, I did not get to take proper pictures even though, for once, I was free all day and I took plenty of time to pamper myself... oh well, I was browsing through the pictures in my camera yesterday and I realized I did have a few pictures, although they might not be the best ones, but I figured out I had not posted a FOTD or OOTD in some times so I thought, why not?

Benefit The POREfessional | Marcelle BB Cream 'Light to Medium' | Clarins Poudre Multi-Eclat Mineral Loose Powder '01 Light'| theBalm Time Balm Concealer 'Light' | PUPA 4SUN Bronzing Powder SPF 15 | Annabelle Blossom Blush 'Peachy'

I was delighted when PUPA 4SUN Bronzing Powder landed on my doorsteps since I am a huge lover of bronzers, especially when they are as big as this one! This bronzer includes four shades to suit every skintone, but I prefer to simply swirl my brush on all of them at once and dust lightly in a '3' shape on my face (temples, cheekbones and jawline). Full review to come!

Dior Diorshow Extase Mascara 'Black' | Marcelle Velvety Eye Shadow + Primer 'Primer Rose' | theBalm Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette ('Matt Gallangher' and 'Matt McDonald') | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony* | Wet n Wild Color Icon Liner Brow & Eye Pencil - Taupe | Revlon ColorBurts Lip Butter 'Cupcake'

Reviews of theBalm Mett Matt(e) Eyeshadow Palette kept popping on my blog reading list recently and they made me want to dig mine out of my stash and use it more. Since I kept the rest of my face neutral, I decided  would do a dark green smokey eye, and 'Matt McDonald' turned out to be perfect for this since it is the darkest green in my collection - it is almost black! Let me know if you are not sick of reviews of this palette, and I will add mine to the bunch.

leopard print tank - Ross | cardigan - San Francisco | Sqin jeans - H&M | oversize glasses shape metal ring and multi-spike charm layered necklace - ROMWE | nail polish - Barry M Nail Paint 'Peach Melba'

I really did not have a specific outfit in mind but I knew I wanted to show off my leopard print tank, so I decided to keep the rest of my outfit pretty basic - I wore my favorite distressed jeans and a comfy cardi. I originally planned to wear my spike necklace from ROMWE but I decided it was too much with the animal prints, so I slipped on my current favorite ring and I was good to go!

Lyrics are from Call It What You Want, by Foster The People

*These products are NOT cruelty-free

FOTD & OOTD | Sometimes I give myself the creeps, sometimes my mind plays tricks on me

On January 3, some of my friends and I gathered for a Christmas party and we really had a blast! I wanted to hurry up with this post since Christmas has been over for some times now, even though it saddens me a bit - I always hate to put down the decorations, they were so festive and cheerful! I might keep some of these "fairy lights" in my room all year long though (:

Benefit The POREfessional | L'Oreal Touche Magique Concealer* | Marcelle BB Cream-to-Powder 'Light to Medium' | NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder*| Annabelle Biggy Bronzing Powder 'Caribbean Sun' | mark Good Glowing Powder Blush 'After Glow'*

Annabelle Volumelash Mascara 'Black' | Annabelle Mono Eyeshadow 'Goddess' | Anastasia She Wears It Well Eye Shadow Palette ('Onyx') | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony* | Wet n Wild Color Icon Liner Brow & Eye Pencil - Taupe | EOS Smooth Sphere Lip Balm 'Strawberry Sorbet'

It might not look that bad but trust me, Annabelle Volumlash is a nightmare! That brush - I just don't get it, what were they thinking? It is a brush and comb hybrid, but it just doesn't work - the brush barely infuses any volume, and the comb just makes the lashes clump together. Not to mention that even though I have the shade 'Black', my lashes are barely grey... Next, please!

leopard print dress - H&M | tights - my mother's own | multi-spike charm layered necklace - ROMWE | leopard head ring - ROMWE | nail polish - Essence 'Grey-t to be here' | hair color - John Frieda Precision Foam Color '3VR Deep Cherry Brown'

I had not tried to properly style my hair since I chopped them short very recently, so I had a look at a couple of YouTube videos for inspiration and tips, and I came across this one, which is absolutely amazing, and I must say, I am quite proud of the results!

Lyrics are from Basket Case, by Green Day

*These products are NOT cruelty-free

Everyday Makeup Routine

It has been quite some time since I had a proper makeup routine because I have been working as a chambermaid at a local hotel for the last year and I did not really see the need for a full face of makeup back then since the job involved mainly cleaning rooms alone - I would even skip mascara when I was especially tired in the morning! However, I recently got a new job as an assistant manager, meaning that I get to work with people, and this simple fact motivates me to take more time for my makeup in the morning.

Of course, waking up at 4:45 is never easy and I would rather spend more time in bed than working on my makeup, so most days, I simply get away with mascara and concealer, but when I have more time ahead of me, I actually like prepping for work - am I the only one who thinks it is motivating?

Even though I don't really understand the hype surrounding Benefit The POREfessional, I really want to use up my tube since it was a gift, so I make sure to apply it on the areas where my pores are apparent - believe me, they are huge - hence my forehead, cheeks and chin. It does not really seem to make a difference in the size of my pores, but I like how it makes my skin silky smooth and how it primes for concealer and/or foundation.

When I forgot to apply self tanner the night before and I am feeling especially pale, or when I experience all over redness due to eczema, I like to rely on Covergirl NatureLuxe Liquid Silk Foundation* in 'Maple 340' since it provides just enough coverage while feeling super lightweight, and it even seems to give my face an healthy glow. 'Maple 340' seems a tad too dark when I am not wearing fake tan, but because the coverage is not heavy, it blends effortlessly for a natural and glowy finish.

Most of the time, I prefer to skip foundation and simply pinpoint problem areas with concealer, and my current concealer of choice is Marcelle Concealer Palette. It is made with a universal yellow-toned corrector base and three cream concealers with a silky texture that easily conceals imperfections, while ensuring a natural and uniform coverage.

I was recently given L'Oréal True Match Touche Magique Concealer* in 'Warm Beige' and I quite enjoy using it to brighten up my sleepy eyes since it is an illuminating concealer which helps to visibly improve the appearance of dark circles and fine lines. I find that its coverage is not heavy enough to properly concealer redness or imperfections, this is why I solely use it on my eye area, or as an highlighter around my nose.

I like to seal everything up with NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder* in 'Translucent'* since it does not leave my skin looking powdery or dry but it absolutely does not last all day, and believe me, I have extremely dry skin, so this is beyond me! Well, I guess that for around $3, you get what you pay for - I would not recommend this for people with oily skin type though.

I have tons of blushes and bronzers in my stash but I am trying to find favorites and stick to them in an attempt to use up a few, but the temptation to switch them up every few days is hard to resist! I have managed to rely on Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow & Mood Boosting Powder in 'Bronzer' and Milani Baked Blush in 'Luminoso' almost every day for the past few weeks though! The bronzer has nothing special even though I like that it is mostly matte, but the blush - oh, that blush! - is the prettiest, universally-flattering, soft golden peachy/coral shade ever - it infuses my cheeks with a stunning sheen that illuminates my skin and instantly makes me look awake! I think I will write a proper review instead of going on and on endlessly about it, so stay tuned!

Maybe it is a bit too early to judge Dior Diorshow Extase Mascara in 'Black' since I have been using it for less than a month, but I am far from convinced. This does nothing exceptional that would justify $35, I don't understand how to use the weird brush shape so I always end up with tons of mascara all over my lids, not to mention that there is way too much product on the wand when you take it out of the tube. Its formula is way too wet and it takes forever to dry, especially if you apply coats after coats, which are likely to end up in a clumpy mess if you are not careful. It works OK and it does hold a curl all day, but that's all.

Most of the time, I will apply a swipe of neutral eyeshadow such as Too Faced Single Eye Shadow in 'Sitcom Siren' and simply line my eyes with MAC Eye Pencil in 'Ebony'* - which is awfully unpigmented and blends extremely badly, but I am trying to use it up - just to look a bit more put together. When I have some time left, I will finish by quickly filling my brows with Wet n Wild Coloricon Brow & Eye Liner in  'Taupe' which is the creamiest and smoothest brow liner I have ever used.

L - R: Bronze, Luminoso, Ebony, Sitcom Siren and Taupe

I still find it a bit hard to stick to a specific routine but it can truly saves time in the morning, and also, it helps you use up your products! Do you have a makeup routine?

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

FOTD & OOTD | They can't, they won't, they never will, stop the party

Some times ago, my friends and I gathered for a cocktail/dinner party a bit before Christmas (hence the long hair) where we decided to dress up just for fun, so the ladies were in pretty dresses and the men wore chic jacket with tie. I figured out it would be the perfect opportunity to wear my Ruby Sequin Dress by DreamGirl since it's just so festive and chic at the same time!

Benefit The POREfessional | L'Oreal Touche Magique Concealer* | NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder*| Annabelle Biggy Bronzing Powder 'Caribbean Sun' | Annabelle Mineral Powder Blush 'Sugar Rush' | BH Lipgloss 'Wine & Dine'

NYX Doll Eye Mascara Long Lash 'Black' | Anastasia She Wears It Well Eye Shadow Palette (Glow, Foxy and Onyx) | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony* | Wet n Wild Color Icon Liner Brow & Eye Pencil - Taupe

Since I really wanted to sport red lips to match my dress and look a bit more sophisticated, I opted for a more muted eye look and I went with a gold, brown and black smokey eye. I don't really own a proper red lipstick so I chose BH Lip Gloss in the shade Wine & Dine, which is a super sexy deep red, but it's a shame that it disappears after the first sip of beer - speaking of beer, have you tasted the limited-edition Rickars's Oakhouse Winter Lager? Succulent!

Ruby Sequin Dress - EdenFantasys | blazer - Suzy Shier | heels - Walmart | necklace - gift from my grandmother

I absolutely could not resist adding this dress to my wishlist when I spotted it on EdenFantasys, and while it is also available in sapphire, I just thought that ruby red was so sexy! It's a shame that it is so short though - next time, I will definitely have to wear tights or leggings, or at least, not bend down!

*These products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from Don't Stop The Party, by Pitbull ft. TJR

FOTD | Now I know what a fool I've been but if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again ♥

At the beginning of December (yes, I am late, as always!) was held my work's Christmas party and I had an amazing time with my coworkers! It is always fun to relax and hang out with friends in a different atmosphere than at work. We ate, drank and danced all night, but of course, I had to wake up at 5:00 the following morning for work - oh well, it was worth it!

I wanted to show you my FOTD but as for my OOTD, I did not have the time to take proper pictures but I chose to wear the dress from Winners I wore to Geneviève and Robin's wedding this summer, and I accessorized it with a blazer from Suzy Shier that I borrowed from my mother. I also wore some new boots I found for a bargainous price at Giant Tiger - I will probably feature them in an upcoming OOTD post.

Too Faced Natural Eye Palette | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony* | NYX Doll Eye Mascara - Long Lash Black | Katy Perry Lashes by Eylure 'Cool Kitty' | Wet n Wild Color Icon Liner Brow & Eye Pencil - Taupe

I never had the patience for false lashes but when I it was brought to my attention that the new Katy Perry Lashes by Eylure ($7.99), the UK’s #1 false eyelash specialist, have now officially launched in Canada, I simply could not resist - they all looked so gorgeous and absolutely stunning! 

When the four styles landed on my doorstep, I knew I had to wear some to the party, but which one? It was love at first with 'Oh, My!' since they looked so big and beautifully layered, but when I tried them on, I found them a bit too dramatic for what I had in mind. I decided that 'Sweetie Pie' and 'Oh, Honey!' were too natural-looking, so I finally decided to go with 'Cool Kitty', and I was not disappointed! 

Katy Perry Lashes by Eylure 'Cool Kitty'

'Cool Kitty' is said to be one of Katy's favorite lashes since it is the perfect evening-wear lash with manicure tips. I love how they frame my eyes beautifully by adding just the right amount of length and volume without feeling heavy. Of course, my application was not perfect since I'm a beginner at false lashes, but I quite enjoyed the result, except when the left lash started to fall off at the end of the party, but I must admit I have been dancing like crazy all night, so I don't think the glue is that bad. 

Katy Perry by Eylure Lashes are handmade, 100% natural and each style is reusable. The lashes are available at Shoppers Drug Mart, Jean Coutu, London Drug and Ebeauty.ca

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye - Neutral Medium | NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder* | Annabelle Biggy Bronzing Powder - Caribbean Sun | Annabelle Mineral Powder Blush - Au Naturel | I Love... Lipbalm - Blueberry & Smoothie | tan - St Moriz Instant Self Tanning Mousse 'Dark' | hair color - Fudge Paint Box 'Blueberry Hill'

Lyrics are from Last Christmas by Wham!

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

Disclaimer: One or more products were sent to me for consideration to review. I am not affiliated with this company and the fact that the products were free absolutely does not influence my opinion.

FOTD & OOTD | Looking for some trouble tonight, take my hand, I'll show you the wild, side

tunic w/ belt - San Francisco | blazer - Suzy Shier | leggings - eBay | tan - St Moriz Instant Self Tanning Mousse 'Dark' | hair color - Revlon ColorSilk - 'Burgundy 48'

When you are wearing a uniform five days a week for work as I do, you don't really have the opportunity to take pictures for an interesting OOTD post, but recently, I had to dress up and jumped at the chance to show you my outfit! I can't say I love fall but I guess it's still better than winter because it's not too cold yet for leggings, which happens to be one of my favorite thing to wear. I like to pair leggings with tops and even with shorts - they are just so versatile and so much more comfy than jeans!

  nail polish - Julep 'Alyson' | ankle bracelet - Anji | flats - Walmart

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye - 'Neutral Medium' | Marcelle Extension Plus Mascara | e.l.f. Essential Brightening Eye Color - 'Butternut' | MAC Eye Pencil* - 'Ebony' | Annabelle Zebra Bronzing Pressed Powder - 'Haute Gold' | Hard Candy Fox in a Box - Spicy & Sweet'| MAC Glaze Lipstick* - 'Hue'

Lyrics are from Die Young, by Kesha

*These products are NOT cruelty-free

FOTD & OOTD | Everything that I want, I want from you, but I just can't have you ♥

Friday night, my friends and I decided for something a bit different - a pyjama party! What, you can't get drunk party at a nightclub every weekend, can you? Sometimes it's fun to have a more laid-back and relax night, so we put on our cutest pyjamas (OK, I was the only one with an actual pyjama), cooked a delicious dinner (it was the first time I ever had curry rice, yum!), talked about our plan to escape to Cancun this summer and watched Seconds Apart, an horror movie (which is more of a weird thriller in my opinion, but it was OK).

I wanted to play with my Marcelle BB Cream-to-Powder for a while but of course, being a beauty blogger, it was out of the question for me to even swatch it if I had not taken proper pictures of it before, which is hard with this crappy winter lighting! To my great surprise, there was a ray of sunlight in the morning and I was able to take some pictures in preparation for an actual review, and I could not wait to try it on since I love the original BB Cream so much, and I was not disappointed! It conceals redness - damn eczema! - and the few blemishes I have without feeling heavy. I have never been a fan of foundation but this might just be my new faorite product! And to say I have waited five months before trying it... So I decided it would be fun to show you my FOTD featuring this product... and pyjama!

Annabelle Single Eyeshadow - Goddess | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony* (smudged on top and lower lashline, under eyeshadow)| NYX Doll Eye Mascara - Long Lash Black | Wet n Wild Color Icon Liner Brow & Eye Pencil - Taupe

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye - Neutral Medium | Marcelle BB Cream-to-Powder - Light to Medium | NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder* | Annabelle Biggy Bronzing Powder - Caribbean Sun | Milani Baked Blush - Luminoso | I Love... Lipbalm - Blueberry & Smoothie 

What does Peach do while I'm busy taking pictures? Oh yes, right, she is sleeping - on my legs - of course!

pyjama - Sears (my mother's!) | tan - Clarins Intense Bronze Self Tanning Tint For Face and Decolleté | hair color - Fudge Paint Box in Blueberry Hill | 

Have you done anything fun this weekend ladies?

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

Lyrics are from Stray Heart, by Green Day

Tag | I ♥ Drugstore Makeup

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I have never been a huge fan of tag for some reasons, but I am actually really getting into them and now, I just can't get enough! Let's be honest here; they are pretty easy posts to write, but most importantly, they are fun to do, and to read! I found this tag on Evelyn's blog (which is one of my favorite, by the way!) and since I happen to prefer drugstore makeup to high end products, I thought it wouls be super interesting to do it!

1. What is your favourite drugstore make-up brand?

I would probably say Revlon since it's one of the only cruelty-free drugstore makeup brands that is of high quality at an affordable price, even though I have not tried a lot of their products besides their lipsticks, lipglosses, lip butters and nail polishes.

2. What are your favourite face, cheek and lip products?

Face - I never wore foundation on a daily basis but I am a big fan of Marcelle BB Cream which buffs imperfections without feeling like a mask. I am also still in love with 

Annabelle Zebra Bronzing Pressed Powder which is the perfect bronzer for a natural healthy glow on fair skin!

Cheeks - My favorites are Hard Candy Fox in a Box in Spicy & Sweet and Annabelle Mineral Powder Blush in Au Naturel since they are both greatly pigmented and of high quality for the price. NYX and Milani also makes great drugstore blushes.

Lips - Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Primrose which is a close dupe to the limited-edition MAC Lazy Day Lipstick*, and also a gorgeous wearable pale pink. I have also been impress by NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss in La La - amazingly pigmented, great smell and genius applicator!

3. Least favourite product?

Probably Maybelline Great Lash Mascara* - did absolutely nothing for my lashes.

4. What is the best make-up bargain?

Does nail polish count as makeup? If yes, Barry M Nail Paints, definitely - amazing selection of opaque shades that take so long to chip at such a cheap price!

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5. What is your favorite underdog product? (Something you love that often gets overlooked?)

I would say store brands in general - most products are exact dupe at a fraction of the price, it's crazy and absolutely worth a look!

6. A drugstore product that is overpriced?

L'Oréal and Physicians Formula makeup products in general, for my personal budget.

7. What is the best drugstore dupe?

For me, it is probably Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Primrose for MAC Lazy Day Lipstick*, as mentioned earlier.

8. Drugstore product that is not worth the hype?

Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butters, definitely! I am a bit ashamed to admit that the only reason why I finally caved in and bought Cupcake is because this product was getting so much rave on the blogosphere, but I quickly realized that it really has nothing special! It is not moisturizing enough for my dry lips to allow me to skip lipbalm, and it is not as opaque as a lipstick - I just can't justify the price!

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

Unveiling of Diamond Spa's New Spa Space

Last week, I was cordially invited to the unveiling of Diamond Spa's new 10 000 square foot space in Dorval, Montreal.


I was so proud to actually have had the time to take pictures of my makeup and outfit, so here they are!

Benefit The POREfessional* | theBalm Time Balm Concealer - Light | NYC Loose Translucent Face Powder* | Annabelle Biggy Bronzing Powder - Caribbean Sun | Annabelle Mineral Powder Blush - Sugar Rush | I Love... Blueberry & Smoothie Lipbalm

NYX Doll Eye Mascara | Anastasia Want You To Want Me Eye Shadow Palette ('Brass In Pocket' and 'Iron On') | MAC Eye Pencil - Ebony*

*Please note that these products are NOT cruelty-free

tunic & belt - Giant Tiger | leggings - eBay | multi-spike charm layered necklace & leopard head ring - ROMWE | hair color - Fudge Paint Box in Blueberry Hill

Beautiful and chich deco!

Diamond Spa also announced their commitment to being a social spa, which provides more than a typical spa experience - on weekend nights, Diamond Spa invites its clients to sumptuous evenings of papering enhanced by cocktails, cupcakes and music. The spa is also available for unique private parties - such as birthdays, bachelorettes and girls’ nights - taking special requests such as chocolate facials, a crowd favorite. Diamond Spa also will regularly give back to the community - in December, they will be at the Children’s Hospital brightening everyone’s day with mani-pedis. How awesome is that?

Live music and event coverage was supplied by 94.7 Hits FM.

I attended the event with my mother and I was pleased to encounter Sanya and Marjorie - what a nice surprise! We were greeted at the door by the very lovely Ania from KUSK Communications and we were invited to enjoy cocktails, appetizers and decadent desserts such as cupcakes, cake pops and chocolate covered strawberries while visiting the spa’s newly expanded space.

It was actually the first time I tasted cake pops - yum!

My mother and I enjoying some Cale Pops and cocktails

Members of the media were given a cute little gift bag containing a gift card valid for a facial or a mani-pedi and a sample of the vegan, organic and cruelty-free SpaRitual Close Your Eyes Organic Moisturizing Lotion. My mother left with a $20 coupon for a Shellac manicure or pedicure, a mini-facial or a massage.

Diamond Spa

230 Dorval Ave, Dorval (Montréal)

514-631-7525

www.diamondspamontreal.com