Editor’s Picks:
July
Our top 6 beauty products we can’t get enough of this month.
Portrait photo: Colin Gaudet, 21MGMT.ca
Hello, heatwaves! We’re welcoming you with open arms thanks to our summer-proof beauty picks this month! tktktk something.
Just when I thought my blush roster was full...
Rihanna had to launch this delightful liquid blush. Not only is each colour rich and gorgeous, but the sponge tip applicator makes it so easy and fuss-free to dot on. The shade Bow’Peep, a poppy coral pink, is an instant fave, it immediately found a home in my makeup bag. The cherry on top? It’s pretty fade-proof and stays put for up to 12 hours.
I’m real picky about mascara.
But this new formula from Merit is the best one I’ve tried in years. Most mascaras leave my lashes clumpy and heavy-looking but this one defines so perfectly and still leaves my lashes looking natural. I love how lovely and lightweight it is to layer, how it delivers subtle volume and that it comes off easily without having to rub my eyes raw. Tens across the board!
As we enter the thick of sunscreen season,
you can never have too many SPFs that you genuinely enjoy wearing. This Canadian pick is one of my new go-tos with its creamy, tinted formula that’s got an almost whipped, mousse-like texture. It’s hydrating, provides a touch of coverage and the zinc oxide filter provides UVA and UVB protection. Thanks to its natural finish that’s not overly matte and isn’t greasy, it wears nicely under makeup as well. Definitely a keeper.
With the arrival of summer
(finally!) there’s nothing I want to do less than blow dry my hair. This spritz achieves what many air dry products can’t. It provides extra texture but without leaving strands feeling stiff or sticky. Not to mention its frizz control is impressive! The formula is filled with natural extracts like sugarcane and oat to help boost waves and texture while also providing some protection against UV, an added bonus for summer sun.
This bronzer makes my skin look like I’m fresh from the French Riviera.
A lightweight gel, you can wear it multiple ways to customize your glow. I like applying a thin layer like a primer to provide just a hint of tint and a golden cast over my skin that frankly is almost impossible for me to achieve naturally. Available in two finishes (Glow and Matte), I’ve been reaching for the dewy one as it leaves this gorgeous subtle shine on the skin that really does have a certain je ne sais quoi.
Calling all blondes!
During my 17+ years of lightening my hair I’ve tried my fair share of purple shampoos—and this one wears the crown! So many violet formulas leave hair feeling dry or can’t do the heavy lifting when it comes to toning yellow. Not only does this shampoo deliver a ton of hydration, but its ability to banish brass is top tier. Rich in squalane and moringa and argan oils, it also leaves my hair feeing incredibly soft. May your blonde always be bright 🌟