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Posted on November 11, 2015

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    Fans of niche perfumery brand Le Labo will be happ Fans of niche perfumery brand Le Labo will be happy to learn there is a new addition to the brand’s classic collection. Violette 30 is an homage to the white violet flower, an amber-floral fragrance for her or him that opens with aldehydic brightness alongside violet and rose. What’s interesting is the addition of warm, spicy notes such as saffron, cumin and incense creating a contrast to the floral ingredients. The white tea helps smooth the impression. The dry down features a resinous, woody character thanks to cedar, guaiac wood, amber and patchouli. Skillfully blended. #davelackiebeauty #lelaboviolette30 #lelabo
    This week, I’m giving away Smashbox’s Always On Ey This week, I’m giving away Smashbox’s Always On Eyeshadow Stick on Instagram. It’s shade ‘night rider’, a vibrant blue ideal for summer months. This shadow stick shapes, defines and lines with ease. To enter, follow @davelackiebeauty & tag a friend who loves makeup. I’ll draw one name at random on April 21st from all those who enter. (Per Instagram rules, we must mention this is in no way sponsored, administrated, or associated with Instagram Inc. By entering, entrants confirm they are 18+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.) Open to residents in countries where it is legal to ship beauty products, age 18+; closes April 23rd, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST. Wishing everyone luck. Please beware of fake accounts using my image or name. This is my only Instagram account. I do not have a private account. Nor do I ever ask for financial or banking information. I never include a link in any message I send. My giveaways are always free. I want all of my wonderful social media friends to be safe. Wishing everyone luck in this awesome giveaway. #davelackiebeauty
    Fans of Clarins’ award-winning Extra-Firming Cream Fans of Clarins’ award-winning Extra-Firming Cream will be excited to learn there is a new formulation that contains SPF 15 while maintaining the fresh, light, non-sticky texture. This is actually really difficult to do in the labs. SPF is notoriously challenging to work with in skincare formulation when trying to create a light texture. Clarins has achieved it. This cream works to re-densify the skin, smooths wrinkles, evens out the complexion and deeply hydrates. What makes it extra special is it reduces the effects of hormonal changes related to age, particularly those in menopause thanks to organic harungana extract and organic gorse. These plant extracts have been proven to effectively address all these concerns. Just remember with a product like this to use it daily and give it time to show best results. You’ll want to give it eight weeks of daily use to really work its magic. #davelackiebeauty @clarinscanada #clarins #skincare
    Such a great discussion this morning with @annette Such a great discussion this morning with @annette.hamm about sensitive skin. Here's some helpful info: Sensitive skin is the occurrence of unpleasant skin reactions in response to stimuli that normally should not provoke these sensations. Hyper-reactive skin can cause sensations like burning, stinging, tingling, itching, prickling sensations or tightness, often accompanied by redness, inflammation or dryness. Sensitive skin is caused by weakened skin barrier that allows irritants to enter and moisture to escape. The skin condition is frequently triggered by cosmetics, sun exposure, environmental factors (heat/cold) and stress. If you suffer from sensitive skin, try these tips: Moisturize: sensitive skin can often be caused by dryness, which reduces the skin’s ability to deal with external factors. Hydrating your skin well can give it more ability to deal with sensitivity by supporting the skin barrier. Use minimal products with fewer ingredients Patch test: always test a new product on a small area Ask a pharmacist if you have a question about any ingredients in a product Avoid irritants: choose fragrance-free and hypoallergenic formulas Strengthen skin barrier: use hydrating, gentle products to repair the skin’s protective layer Here is what skincare testing terms mean: Hypoallegernic – means a product is designed to cause fewer allergic reactions compared to others. Allergy tested – a diagnostic procedure, usually a skin prick, patch or blood test, used to identify specific substances (allergens) that cause immune system reaction Ophthalmologist tested – means a cosmetic product has been evaluated by a medical eye doctor to ensure it is safe, non-irritating and compatible with the delicate eye area. Fragrance free – means the product does not contain added scents, whether synthetic or natural (like essential oils) Non-comedogenic – means the skincare product is specially formulated not to cause blocked pores. Dermatologist tested – means a product was tested on human skin under the supervision of a dermatologist to check for potential irritation, allergy or safety issues. #davelackiebeauty #sensitiveskin
    Hermes Beauty has quietly unveiled one of the most Hermes Beauty has quietly unveiled one of the most beautiful summer-themed makeup palettes of 2026. It’s a limited edition piece called the Sunkissed Healthy Glow Powder Face and Cheeks. It was designed by Creative Director Gregoris Pyrpylis who draws inspiration from the shifting, flamboyant colors of a sunset – from a scorching day to a balmy night. The luxurious powders warm and illuminate the complexion with a subtle, faintly gold shimmer. Made in Italy. Beautiful! #davelackiebeauty
    You can thank the global trend to stronger men’s f You can thank the global trend to stronger men’s fragrance concentrations to teen guys in Europe. It was this region where consumer starting asking for longer-lasting, stronger fragrances. Gen Z isn’t afraid to invest in a good-quality fragrance, but they want it to last all day and all night. Fragrance houses and fashion designer brands responding immediately by composing ultra-concentrated elixirs, eaux des parfums intense and parfum editions. The essential oil concentration in these scents went from 15% in the eau de toilette to 28% in the elixirs. One spritz of these fragrances lasts about 8 hours. Italian fashion brand Giorgio Armani is upping the ante this month with a men’s fragrance that promises 24-hour long-lasting performance. It’s called Emporio Armani Stronger With You Powerfully and it is an amplified amber-vanilla fragrance for him that blends notes of cherry, mandarin orange, spices, lavender, amberwood, chestnut and vanilla. There is a smoky character to the chestnut and cherry accord that is addictive. This is a powerful scent that makes a bold statement. #davelackiebeauty #stongerwithyoupowerfully #mensfragrance
    Excited to be giving away Clinique’s Chubby Stick Excited to be giving away Clinique’s Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm on Instagram. This is shade “05 Chunky Cherry” which gives a beautiful wash of red colour to lips. The balm is packed with mango and shea butters to moisturize and hydrate. Lips are left comfortably soft and smooth. To enter, follow @davelackiebeauty & tag a friend who loves fragrance. Up to three additional tags are allowed, one per comment. I’ll draw one name at random on April 14th from all those who enter. (Per Instagram rules, we must mention this is in no way sponsored, administrated, or associated with Instagram Inc. By entering, entrants confirm they are 18+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.) Open to residents in countries where it is legal to ship fragrance products, age 18+; closes April 13th, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST. Wishing everyone luck. Please beware of fake accounts using my image or name. This is my only Instagram account. I do not have a private account. Nor do I ever ask for financial or banking information. I never include a link in any message I send. My giveaways are always free. I want all of my wonderful social media friends to be safe. Wishing everyone luck in this awesome giveaway. #davelackiebeauty #win
    When I was editor of Cosmetics magazine, I had the When I was editor of Cosmetics magazine, I had the opportunity to visit many research and development centres around the world – for skincare, fragrance, makeup and haircare. What was fascinating to learn was the amount of science that goes into every new formula. Teams of scientists pull technology from a diverse range of industries to create even more effective products. I had no idea that hair companies work with the world’s top fragrance corporations to blend the scents for their styling products. They even work with leading light optic firms to better understand how to develop light-catching ingredient. John Frieda, the salon-inspired hair care brand, is one such company. It’s new Frizz Ease Infinite Smooth collection taps the latest science to create hair that is 14x smoother with 72-hour humidity protection. There is a shampoo, smoothing treatment, conditioner and salon blow-out spray. #davelackiebeauty
    This just may be the best summer-themed eyeshadow This just may be the best summer-themed eyeshadow palette of the year. Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Natural Eyeshadow Palette in shade “Golden” boasts five sun-kissed hues that will work from spring to late autumn in a range of finishes and textures. Use them as an eyeshadow, a base, an eyeliner or a brow intensifier. Works on all skin tones. Beautifully done. #davelackiebeauty
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