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New Product Review: Helena Lane - Tinted Moisturizer

New Product Review: Helena Lane - Tinted Moisturizer

A couple months ago, Helena sent me a sample of her new tinted moisturizer to try. I've always been a fan of BB and CC Creams - I've tried one of each and really liked using them both. Apparently, BB stands for blemish balms and CC stands for colour correcting, who knew! I was really excited to try Helena's take on an all-in-one skin care product. I was even more excited when she added in zinc so it works as sun protection as well. 

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2018 Gift Guides: Thoughtful Gifts for All Kinds - Part 1

2018 Gift Guides: Thoughtful Gifts for All Kinds - Part 1

December is underway and the options for holiday gift giving can be overwhelming! At Giving Gifts, we want to help make it a pleasant and inspiring experience for you. For the next three weeks, we'll be posting a few Gift Guides that highlight some of our favourite local and ethical brands.

This week we're offering inspiration for the nature lovers, self-care buffs and ethical fashionistas on your gift list.

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Rebel Girls

Rebel Girls

I am in love with the Rebel Girls books! I bought the first one for my daughters (and son) when I saw it at our local bookstore. It is a gorgeous hardcover book and we all immediately fell in love. We were impressed by the stories and loved looking at the art.

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Lisa's Review - Mask by Modern Hippie

Lisa's Review - Mask by Modern Hippie

Surprisingly, even to myself, I've never tried a Face Mask! I've brought many of them home but I've never actually taken the time to try one. Last week, I decided to change all that and brought home yet another mask, but this time I promised myself I would use it that evening, regardless of how late it got or how tired I was. 

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What Kind of World Do YOU Want?

What Kind of World Do YOU Want?

Have you seen the movie The True Cost? I am so glad that people are becoming more aware of the horrible reality of cheaply made clothing. I am so glad that we are starting to understand the impact our choices have on the world. It is so true that "every time you spend money, you're casting a vote for the kind of world you want."

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