Avenue Magazine Edmonton

Earth's Goodness

Posted by Emma and Rita in Beauty Blog on Apr 22 2009 15:40

Emma: First of all, if you haven’t checked out the new Carbon Environmental Boutique on 104th Street and 101th Avenue, you have to make the trip. Walking through those doors and into the airy, bright, bamboo-decorated store is like stepping into another world.

Rita: It truly is an incredible space, where the connection between eco-friendly and body-friendly is the obvious focus. Every product in there - from toxin-free paint, to recycled and organic furniture, to chemical-free facial and body washes - nourishes the planet and your health.

Butter Me Up

Posted by Emma and Rita in Beauty Blog on Apr 3 2009 13:11

Rita: Next on the docket — Fruits & Passion’s Argan Nourishing Collection. Fruits & Passion is a well-established and well-recognized name when it comes to bath, body, and skin care.

Emma: The Argan line is comprised of three products including; Nourishing Butter, Hand Butter and Cream Body Wash. All three contain argan oil, the natural oil pressed from a kernel found in Morrocco, known for its toning, firming and regenerating properties.

Strong Enough for a Woman, But Made for a Man

Posted by Emma and Rita in Beauty Blog on Mar 12 2009 16:07

Emma: Before we start on Dermalogica’s Shave System, I have a confession to make: I know this product is meant for men, and we did test it out on a male volunteer, but…

Give Your Hair the Red Carpet Treatment

Posted by Emma and Rita in Beauty Blog on Feb 25 2009 17:08

Emma: We were very lucky to sample Kerastase Chroma Riche products, a professional luxury hair care line by L’Oreal Paris. Specifically, the Luminous Softening Shampoo and Luminous Softening Treatment Mask, both geared toward colour-treated hair.

Rita: Both products promised to transform damaged hair into healthier, shinier hair, while protecting your locks from colour-fade. All I can say is if you want to feel spoiled, this line is for you.

Go with the Glo

Posted by Emma and Rita in Beauty Blog on Feb 10 2009 14:28

Emma: Welcome everyone, to the premiere edition of Avenue Magazine’s Beauty Blog. Appropriately, we’re starting our column on a solid foundation, testing out a line of foundation by gloMinerals. The brand follows the latest makeup philosophy: natural vitamins and minerals will nurture your skin. The gloMinerals line is made with high-pigment minerals, antioxidants, Vitamins A, C, and E, green tea extract and also offers ultraviolet protection.