Cocktails are huge in the bar scene. I’m not a big wine or beer drinker but cocktails are my thing, especially when it’s a tequila or bourbon-based drink. I give much credit to mixologists for coming up with creative drinks by using a combination of liquor, bitters, juices, etc to satisfy/quench your thirst. Sadly, this…
Category: Hair Care
REVIEW: PHYTO Phytokératine Extreme
I’ve been extremely busy with work for the last two months or so. When my schedule is all over the place like it has been recently, the last thing that gets my attention is my hair. Even when I have all the time in the world, I tend to be low-maintenance when it comes to…
Drybar Hair Products
Full Pint – Medium Round Brush ($50) This ergonomic and lightweight brush is the perfect tool to create loose waves and curls or straighten and add volume for medium length hair. Its ceramic barrel heats up while the bristles smooth hair and adds shine. To take advantage of the brush, there are some simple tricks to…
Hair Cut at Salon Davachi
Not too long ago I attended the media opening of Salon Davachi, a new salon that has joined the Yorkville community on Scollard Avenue. Well, after the event, I booked an appointment to get a haircut. I ended up getting a lot more than that. When I first came in, I was offered a warm beverage,…
Salon Davachi: A New Salon in Yorkville
EXTRA! EXTRA! There’s a new salon in Yorkville! I was invited to attend the opening night for Yorkville’s newest spot, Salon Davachi. The place gets its name from the owner, internationally renowned hair stylist, Félor Davachi. Félor has been working in Toronto for the past 30 years as a Master Stylist at Salon Daniel and…
L’Occitane en Provence Verveine Agrumes
I am definitely one for luxurious body products so maybe I was a wee bit biased when I first set eyes on two of the products from L’Occitane en Provence’s Verveine Agrumes collection it was love at first sight. But it only got better from there! The products that I have been using are the Fresh Shampoo…
Why I’m Trying To Go No-Poo
Have you heard of going “no poo”? I have a few (curly-haired) friends who have tried it in the past. It consists of not using commercial shampoo and instead, cleaning your hair with water or some other product (like baking soda or vinegar). There are a lot of reasons that people choose to adopt this…
4 Products for a Relaxing Home Spa Treatment
I’m a little addicted to body scrubs at the moment. My stress melts away as the exfoliating granules stimulate circulation and slough off the dead skin cells. I’m loving the Jealous Body Scrub ($18.95) simple all-natural formula. Made with fresh coffee grounds, raw brown sugar, and sea salt, the handmade concoction also contains cold-pressed organic coconut oil and vitamin…