Us
ladies at CyberDERM really do use our line of products and believe in them
whole-heartedly. I call them my skin powerhouses because they deliver every
single day. We also are pretty steadfast in our commitment to other great lines
that we carry. I vow that using Jane Iredale mineral bases has changed my
perception of make-up forever. Having said that, we are people too and
can have a wandering eye when it comes to beauty products that we do not carry
in the store. Most of us are beauty ‘early adopters’ and like to give the
latest and greatest a try. I have personally tested vibrating mascara
wands and UV nail polish for this very same blog.
In
light of a new year approaching and the holiday shopping season, Karina, our
make-up artist, and myself decided to share some of our other favourites found
in pharmacies, department stores or your local spa/salon. Maybe they will
inspire you to try something new or share with us things you have tried- either
way. Just don’t forget about the classics, the ones that will always be good to
you and for you.
Best
in Hair Care:
Sara:
Kevin Murphy’s Forever Young (Treatment Oil)
I
was one of the first to jump on the Moroccan Hair Oil bandwagon. I still
think it is a great product but my hair stylist in Toronto used this
silicone-based treatment on my hair damp and then as a finishing product.
He explained that with silicone there is good and then there is bad in
terms of quality. This is good and will not get gritty if used with a good hairspray. It also smells like a dream- a natural type of spicy/woodsy
that replaces perfume for me.
Karina:
Mixed Chicks (Shampoo, Conditioner, leave-in )
My daughter has the most beautiful cork screw
curls. She also has lots of hair and as we know curly hair tends to be dryer.
I had tried everything from the most expensive to the most affordable-
nothing worked: not hydrating enough, too much hold, not enough hold, no
frizz control etc.. Mixed chicks cleanses, hydrates and the leave-in
holds the curl in place with no frizz and most importantly no crunch! It has a very
fresh scent and gives soft luxurious movable curls. If you have a slight
wave, or ringlets or corkscrew curls-this is a great product. Enjoy!
Best
in Eye Wear:
Sara:
Nars Larger than Life Long Lasting Eyeliner
I
love Nars for their amazing colours. I can’t speak to the quality of
their formulations but for times when you want pops of colour or something that
reflects the trend of the season- Nars is great! I use a colour called Bourbon
street, which is this neo-bright purple with a slight metallic highlight to it. It is perfect for green/hazel eyes when you are going for something a little bit more street. I do have to give Jane Iredale praise for this season- they also have similar more trendy hues but they tend to be softer/prettier on application.
Karina:
L’ Oreal Telescopic (in gold tube)
I
been using Lancome Definicils for over 20 years until a friend of mine
introduced me to L’Oreal Telescopic. I’m in love! It separates, thickens and especially lengthens. It gives the lashes an almost stiletto heel effect, i.e. a slight tapering towards the ends. It does take a little bit more attention to detail when applying- you cannot just swipe and go. But the payoff is beautiful lashes at a fraction of the price and
who doesn't like to save a bit of money.
Best
in Pretty Pouts:
Sara:
Bobbi Brown Creamy Lip Colour (Lipstick) and Crest 3D White Strips
(Professional Effects)
I’m
a cheater- I have two! Bobbi Brown makes a pretty impressive lipstick.
My friend gave me one as a birthday gift and it had this great creamy
texture that meant it did not kiss/wipe off immediately. You can feel the shea butter in it for sure-
having said that you need to have moisturized lips to apply it since the
texture would emphasize chapped ones. My other recommendation is a little outside the
beauty box- but nothing makes your lip colour shine better than white teeth.
I preferred these strips to my professional ones made by my dentist since
I found they really clung to my teeth. It took about ten packs before I
saw a good difference but I was really happy. Just make sure to pay
attention to the instructions- stick with the 30 min. time frame. You do
get teeth sensitivity. If you try and max out their potential by leaving
them on for longer- a stiff wind will feel like the Titanic hitting an iceberg
on your teeth.
Karina:
Lip Fusion Lip Plumpers
This
is also cheating because we carry this line but I absolutely love the entire
Lip Fusion line- from soft subtle colors to a bold and in-your-face pout.
There is a slight tingling sensation when first applied but I don’t mind
that at all. It comes in clear to pair up with your favorite lip
color. It’s not too sticky or drying and it’s the perfect balance of
gloss, color and plumping power. A few of my favorite colors include
Sugar, Angelic, Crave and Lollipop!
Labels: beauty, fashion+beauty, lip glosses, lip stains and eyeshadows, make-up trends, Minerals
Best
in Hair Care:
My daughter has the most beautiful cork screw
curls. She also has lots of hair and as we know curly hair tends to be dryer.
I had tried everything from the most expensive to the most affordable-
nothing worked: not hydrating enough, too much hold, not enough hold, no
frizz control etc.. Mixed chicks cleanses, hydrates and the leave-in
holds the curl in place with no frizz and most importantly no crunch! It has a very
fresh scent and gives soft luxurious movable curls. If you have a slight
wave, or ringlets or corkscrew curls-this is a great product. Enjoy! 
I
love Nars for their amazing colours. I can’t speak to the quality of
their formulations but for times when you want pops of colour or something that
reflects the trend of the season- Nars is great! I use a colour called Bourbon
street, which is this neo-bright purple with a slight metallic highlight to it. 
