My Experience with Laser Hair Removal at NuAge Laser in Vancouver : Part 1

I had always had one opinion about Laser Hair Removal, and that was that it must hurt like a bitch. I think that is a really common (mis)conception regarding the process of ridding body hair via laser, and I fully admit I never thought about getting it done purely for my wimpy tendencies and desire to not break the bank (my 2nd thought when hearing about the process in the past). So when the super lovely Ellie from NuAge Laser in the heart of Coal Harbour in Downtown Vancouver, contacted me and asked if I want to give it a go, I plucked up all my courage and took a leap - and now I can't believe I didn't try it sooner! 

Two Lush Loves You Might Love Too

Lush is one of those companies that continues to surprise me with their products. Every time I think I know everything in their range, I find something else that I didn't know they 'did' and find a new reason to fall back in love with them. Recently I've tried two of their somewhat cult products for the first time, and let's just say the results were so good, my wishlist has instantly doubled!

Good Grease: 5 Cleansing Oils I Love and How to Use Them

Ages ago I did a post called 'Good Grease' which had my 5 favourite Balm Cleansers in it. I have been meaning to do a 5 Favourite Oil Cleansers ever since. Over the years I have fallen in love with oil cleansing as a super effective way to get off my makeup that is also gentle and balancing on the skin. Here are 5 I have been rotating through, from drugstore to luxury, and why I love each one. 

Currently Lusting After: August 2016 Beauty Wish List

It's been a while since I did my last wish list post (June in fact!) so I thought it was about time we all had a collective sigh over all the new beauty products that are launching! A few of these items are limited edition, and I imagine will be hot sellers - so best move on them fast if they tickle your fancy!

My Morning Skincare Routine

When I was younger I would literally slather Lubriderm lotion on my face and call it a day (the horror, I know!). I was blessed with incredible skin; Something that doesn't seem to have been continued into my 30s. After countless products and combinations, there are 5 that I've been using every morning and my skin has been loving. Stay tuned for my updated evening skincare routine, but in the meantime, here's how I start my days!

Shopping the Tarte 30% Off Friends and Family Sale

I don't normally do "shop the sale" posts because I am a bit of a makeup floozy and like so many products from so many brands. Tarte, however, is one of my favourite brands ever, and it's rare I come across something from the brand I don't like. Since they have their incredible 30% Off Friends and Family Sale going on right now (it ends July 27th, so hurry!), I thought I would share some of my tried and true all time favourites from the brand!

500th Post: 10 Products I'd Cry About If They Were To Be Discontinued

If you'd asked me 3 years and 500 blog posts ago if I would still be writing Girl Loves Gloss, I probably would have had a doubtful answer. Over the years this turned in a sleepy little blog to something that people actually read occasionally! Whether you started reading 500, 395, or even 3 posts ago, thank you so much for you support. I get a bit emotional thinking about it, so here are 10 products that I might actually cry if they were discontinued. 

The Sun Safety Series : Coppertone Clearly Sheer

Welcome to a new series that will run throughout the summer focusing on safe sun practices and reviews of sunscreens in all price ranges! As a former tanning bed lover turned SPF advocate, I've made it my duty to get all my family and friends wearing sunscreen every time they go outdoors. Since I find choosing the right SPF product tricky, I'll be testing out several over the next two months to share with you all and hopefully shed some light on how you can protect your skin from sun damage, skin cancers and a myriad of other issues caused my pollution and UVA/UVB rays. 

The Estee Edit : What I Like, Dislike and Still Want to Try

Makeup house giant Estee Lauder has a new little sister by way of The Estee Edit - curated with young beauty attitudes such as Kendall Jenner in mind, the launch is meant to play up an edgier, less put together look. I recently got the chance to talk to some of the artists for the line as well as try out some of the best sellers from the range, and have some definite thoughts on the range. Here's what I did and didn't like, as well as the products that are definitely on my wishlist... 

Six Products You Should Keep Around For Perfect Winged Liner

Winged eyeliner, or a cat eye/feline flick as it's also known, has to be one of the trickier techniques to nail when you're learning makeup. We've all seen that meme floating around about trying to make one eye match the other until you get to the point of total blackout. It's those famous last words, "I'll just add a little more to this side to even them out..." (15 minutes later, and now your winged liner can be seen from space...). Today's post is a collection of products/tips that I use to get my wings flying even (see what I did there?) every time, sans panic induced hold-your-breath-and-go-for-it application. 

April 2016 Beauty Favourites

Last month I skipped my monthly favourites, simply because I let time get away from me and life happened. This time round though I have some definite favourites I've been loving all April that I wanted to share with you all! Keep reading to find out which products made the cut... 

When They Can't All Be Winners : Products That Just Didn't Work For Me

As a beauty blogger and all round makeup hoarder (the first step is admitting a problem...) it's in my nature to want to try all the latest and greatest, hyped up products out there. There are times where I've bought things because others loved them, only to be left disappointed, and other times products have been panned in reviews and I adore them! That's just life, and let's face it - they can' all be winners can they? Today's post is spotlighting five products that just didn't work for me.

Tarte's Rainforest of the Sea LipSaver and Quench Lip Rescue

I've been a fan of Tarte since the days of only being able to order it online here in Canada, but generally haven't had much experience with the lip products until recently. With the new Rainforest of the Sea Collection, there were several lip products released but two of interest to me were the LipSaver - a primer/treatment, and the Quench Lip Rescues - a tinted balm. After giving them both some testing, I've come to a 50/50 split: One product I like, one I don't. Keep reading to find which is which, and why...

Battling Sensitive Skin with Aveeno Skin Relief

Growing up, Aveeno was a mainstay in our household. The entire family had skin sensitivity issues from Keratosis Pilaris, Psoriasis to Eczema, and careful thought was always put into what products we used. As an adult, I've still struggled with extremely dry, sometimes itchy skin and Aveeno has held up it's end of the bargain to keep things soothed, hydrated and soft. I've partnered up with AVEENO® Skin Relief to spotlight three products I've used and enjoyed when it comes to sensitive, sometimes irritable skin. 

This Just In : Tata Harper Purifying Mask

I was recently asked if i wanted to try the newest offering from skincare goddess Tata Harper, and naturally I answered with a quick, "heck yeah!". Geared as a deep cleansing detox treatment, the Tata Harper Purifying Mask was exactly what I needed last week when my skin decided to rebel on me. So, I slathered the rosy-pink mask on my face and put it to work, all the while taking notes for you all!

Beauty Rediscoveries : 5 Products I'm Loving, Again

In the last month I found myself loving several products that I had loved at one time and then for whatever reason moved on from. This is probably due to "must try all the new products syndrome" - it's an illness I swear. After one or two, "oh yeah I forgot I loved this!" moments, I went on a bit of hunt and next thing I knew I'd pulled out five amazing products from my stash that I don't know why I ever put away in the first place!

Sleeping Beauty | Products That Go To Work While You Don't Have To

It all started a few years back with the Origins Drink Up-Intensive Overnight Mask, a mango-scented balmy mask that you slather on and then hit the sheets only to wake up to hydrated radiant skin. Before that, I slathered whatever moisturizer I put on for day use on at night, which while great for hydration, wasn't doing anything else for my skin. Since then I've had a full love affair with products that work the graveyard shift, and today's post has six of them.

BIotherm Biosource Balm to Oil Cleanser

It's not overly common to find cleansing balms on drugstore shelves. Whilst cleansing oils have made it into some of the more affordable lines (though watch the ingredient list - many of them seem to have pore closing mineral oil as a first ingredient) balms are still a ways behind it seems. Imagine my surprise when I stumbled across the new Biotherm Biosource Balm to Oil Deep Cleanser and Makeup Remover! Naturally I had to put it to the test and see if it rivalled my other favourite balms! Keep reading for my review to see how this clocks in compared to my favourite bargain buy, and my have luxury cleanser.

Helping Hand | Beauty Products Best Applied with Your Fingers

I love my fancy makeup brushes as much as the next makeup lover, but occasionally I like to reach for products that I can pat, press and swipe on with my finger tips (usually when I'm in a rush or need that extra 10 minutes of sleep!). I've discovered a few products in my collection now that I actually prefer to use with fingers for the look it leaves, so if you're the type that doesn't want to invest in brushes, or finds them a pain to use, this post is for you!

Sunday Savings | Finding Great Deals Online with Groupon Coupons

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Instead of my usual Sunday Steals/Splurges posts, I thought I'd do something a little different this week and go with Sunday Savings. I've collaborated with Groupon Coupons, to bring you all some epic deals I found available. The site makes it super easy to shop your favourite stores whilst listing all the available coupons and sales so that you can shop savvy, as well as gives you the option to subscribe to individual retailers so that you are notified with a new coupon comes along. I went through and found some great deals from stores and products I already know and love to share with you!