Richmond, BC, is a city bursting with life and culture as the highly-Asian-influenced city incorporates the best of luxury and farm life. Minutes from both the US border and downtown Vancouver, you can take full advantage of the temperate climate while eating locally sourced cuisine and the best of the sea and the city. I’ve recently returned from a memorable trip to Richmond, and this post includes a handful of my favorites. Versante Hotel One of the highlights of my recent trip was[...]
Are you trying to make more mindful choices with your beauty and personal care products? Me too. So I’ve rounded up a few of my favourites from the Thoughtful Choices at Shoppers Drug Mart lineup, a newly curated selection of products that are cruelty-free and mindful of the planet. It’s nice to see that a growing number of brands are embracing important factors like environmentally friendly packaging and sustainably sourced ingredients. And of course I love that I can find a growing range[...]
It’s undeniable that 2020 has been one for the record books so far, no matter who you are or where you are located in the world. As we slowly and safely work to return to our normal routines, Father’s Day marks one of the first holidays this year that many people will be able to celebrate in a normal fashion, uninterrupted by stay-at-home orders. Whether you’re looking forward to spending time with your father (or father figure) for the first time in months, or are still social distancing[...]
With an endless gamut of skin care products on the market and an equally long list of beauty influencers sharing their must-haves on social media, it can be overwhelming to decide which regimen is right for your personal skin type and lifestyle. Even if you put hours into researching the best products for what you think your needs are, a variety of factors such as ingredients, daily life (think, the germs on your phone or touching you face), and general misinformation about your own skin type ca[...]
The past year has been a whirlwind as I left Toronto and moved back home to Kamloops, BC to pursue graduate studies. I wasn't planning to launch a guide this year but a few of my loyal readers messaged me directly and asked when it would be released. I didn't want to disappoint, so voila, here it is! I would like to acknowledge the support of Black Box Container Home and Katie Courson Photography in helping make this guide a reality. They even convinced me to be more present in the guide![...]
‘Tis the season for changing foliage, changing temperatures, and unfortunately, changing skin. Whether you’re a beach bum who lives for sunny weather or a snow bunny who waits for winter to come each year, any time the seasons transition, sensitive skin tends to suffer most if you don’t take proper care. Luckily, I’ve found the perfect routine and an arsenal of great products that help my skin feel clean and radiant without drying out when the cooler weather rolls in. Step 1: Get a Clea[...]
Aloha! Hawaii is a dream destination for many people. From globetrotters to honeymoon couples, families to big groups, everyone wants to visit Hawaii one day. And once you do, I’m sure you won’t return home without some gifts and souvenirs. While shopping in Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, most of the products you see will have the “Made in Hawaii” label on them. However, let me warn you, most of them are not actually made in Hawaii. Be particularly careful about the items sold in the m[...]