“In the plant kingdom, there is an answer for everything.” –Jacques Courtin-Clarins In 1954, medical student Jacques Courtin opened his beauty spa on rue Tronchet in Paris offering a variety of treatments…
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Master Colour (with MAC) MAC Senior Artist Jane McKay is a master of colour. Working backstage in London, New York, Paris and Milan, she’s worked on some of the most famous faces…
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Black or green coffee notes? (tell us & win YSL) One of the big fragrance successes of the past two years has been YSL’s Black Opium fragrance. It was an instant sensation…
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Would you try designer toothpaste? By the time my God son Dylan was 7 years old, he had 9 fillings, two crowns and a bridge – all on baby teeth. I’m pretty…
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Beauty’s “It” Illustrator! The name “Maurice Vellekoop” may not be a household name, but it is likely you’ve seen his artwork. The Toronto-based artist came to fame illustrating Abercrombie & Fitch’s racy…
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A Florist’s Guide to Perfumery: How trends in floral design mimic those in haute fragrance. Attention fragrance trend spotters: If you want to get a jump on future trends in perfumery, spend some…
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French skincare tips: The Courtin-Clarins family is French beauty royalty in Paris. The luxury skincare brand is so beloved for its pampering formulas and unique spa treatments that it has recently become…
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Bergamot Perfumery’s “It” Fragrance Note If you are looking for a fresh, uplifting kick to your fragrance, make sure it contains bergamot. This citrus fruit offers a much fresher and crisp…