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10 Sephora Savings Event Recommendations
Something is up with Sephora’s prices. They seem to have taken a significant price increase this year on many brands and the results are glaring. For example, one of my favourite Clarins creams was $60 just a few months ago and is now $78. My jaw literally dropped when I saw the price. What is even more confusing is that the Clarins Canadian website still has the cream retailing for $60. With all these increases, it got me thinking about what I actually want to pick up from the upcoming bi-annual Sephora Savings Event. The Sephora Savings Event is a sitewide sale where consumers can save anywhere from 10-20% based…
Gee Beauty Review
About Gee Beauty I only discovered Gee Beauty in the past couple of years and boy am I glad that I did. Before I dive into my Gee Beauty review, I thought I would provide some background on the company. Gee Beauty is a modern beauty destination retailing skincare, wellness and lifestyle brands from around the world. They are also known for their private label makeup line which they describe as an edit of everyday makeup essentials that speak to real women. The company was founded in Toronto in 2005 by a mother and her three daughters. In addition to their online retail shop, they also own studios in Toronto…
2023 National Lipstick Day Deals
Some people love Christmas or their birthday but my favourite day of the year is National Lipstick Day! This day falls on July 29th every year and you can count on beauty brands stepping up with some exciting deals. It is believed that Huda Kattan, founder of Huda Beauty, started this day back in 2006. The goal was simple – wear your favourite shade loud and proud. National Lipstick Day has come a long way from 2006. Each year the lippie deals get more plentiful and more generous. There is no better time of the year to fulfill your lipstick wishlist! Here is a roundup of all the 2023 National…
2023 Mother’s Day Deals in Canada For Beauty Lovers
While Mother’s Day may not be for everyone it could be a great time for everyone to shop. Most Retailers use this holiday to promote products that are perfect for the Mother in your life and they often include a deal or promotion for the occasion. This is especially prominent in the beauty industry and it is easy to find sales on skincare, makeup, fragrance, and haircare brands during this time. I have rounded up all the Mother’s Day deals in Canada and I am letting you know if they are worth your dollars. (This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission when you click…
iHerb Canada Beauty Review
I am officially addicted to shopping for beauty products on iHerb Canada. I used to associate their website with supplements and wellness products until I was on a search for a specific retinol product and found it on their site. It was then that my world changed. In addition to their vast selection of beauty brands, I was impressed by their competitive prices which often beat the sale prices of other sites. Here is my iHerb Canada beauty review and the five reasons why I love their site. 1) They sell over 3000 skincare and makeup products. It would probably take a whole day to fully scroll through the beauty…
2023 National Lash Day Deals
National Lash Day is coming up which means mascara deals are going to be plentiful. This special day falls on February 19th and the objective of the day is quite simple; to promote the love for lashes. The history of National Lash Day can be traced back to 2015, a move that was declared by the House of Lashes brand. It is now recognized by many other makeup brands who celebrate the day with various promotions. Here is a round-up of all the 2023 National Lash Day deals and whether they are worth your dollars. *Deals will be updated here daily as they are announced by brands Bobbi Brown This…
Part 2: Beauty Brand Emails Worth Your Subscription
Last year, I published a blog post listing beauty brands that are worthy of your email address. These are brands that use this information to not only blast out new launches and promotions but to also send their loyal subscribers unadvertised and private incentives such as discounts and free products. I promised a second part to this list so here you have it. Here is a continuation of brands with the best beauty email subscriptions deserving of your attention. ColourPop ColourPop has made it very easy for Canadians to shop. They show prices in Canadian dollars and don’t charge any duties on shipments. They are also known to run multiple…
Costco Beauty Deals That Can’t Be Beat
Without sounding too dramatic, my life has forever changed since discovering the Costco online beauty section. Brands I never expected are being sold by this giant at prices that are unfathomable. Imagine buying La Mer for almost 30% off on the regular at Costco. While their online product selection may change weekly, there are certain brands that seem to be staples on their website. Here are six Costco beauty deals that are worthy of your attention and dollars. Also, it is worth noting that you don’t need to be a member to shop their site. **Please note that the deals below are at the time of this post and are…
Deal Or No Deal: Are These 2022 Singles’ Day Beauty Deals Worth It?
November 11th marks a lucrative shopping event called Singles’ Day which is giving Black Friday a run for its money. Singles’ Day was started as an unofficial celebration to help people show their pride in being single. It was founded in the 1990s in China and has been adopted in North America over the past five years. This day has quickly grown into a fun, unofficial holiday around the globe. It is a day meant for single people to treat themselves and splurge on goods they wouldn’t otherwise buy. Retailers have jumped all over this holiday with deals and promotions to incentivize consumers to shop for themselves. Here is a…
Beauty Brand Emails Worth Your Subscription
Whether you are shopping online or in store, it is almost guaranteed that you will be asked for your email address at checkout. Brands are eager to capture this critical piece of information as part of their digital marketing strategies. The goal is simple. Send these customers emails advertising their products and latest promotions in hopes of getting a sale. The beauty industry is no different. Most major beauty brands send at least one email per day to their subscribers. While these frequent emails can become a nuisance, some brands offer incentives to subscribers that are not advertised on their website. Here is summary of the best beauty brand email…
