URBAN MEETS ERBAN

Everyone has their one or two products they can’t live without. While I have a couple OG’s in my repertoire of beauty products, I’m constantly discovering new things and changing my starting lineup. I feel bad putting them off to the side as I venture out and try new t...

A big shout out to my Grandmother for lecturing me on the importance of a daily and nightly beauty regime! Since I can remember, whenever we’d spend time with my Grandmother she would stand me in front of her and check whether or not I’ve; pushed back my cuticles, lath...

Although I went to Blanche MacDonald and know a lot of techniques when it comes to makeup, I tend to stick to more natural makeup over bold, beautifully blended and contoured looks. I try to keep my makeup light, playing up the features I love most, and achieving this...

(A blog post written for Artisella, head to their blog to spot Urban Meets Erban)

Located in the heart of CF Shops at Don Mills, surrounded by consumer conglomerates, tucked alongside the well-known Nine West and directly across from Little Burgundy, Artisella’s  (owned...

Hit snooze, hit it again, and now you’re wondering what to sacrifice; shower, hair or makeup! Personally, showering is key and applying makeup is crucial. These dark under eyes aren’t going to cover themselves! Hair, well, that’s a different story. Quite often I’m left...

Altar Ego is all about high performance and high vibe fashion apparel. Their leggings are made in Boston and by an all-female team (woot, woot), and each pair is custom printed by hand in their studio.  The material used is an imported Italian spandex that is ultra-sof...

I love makeup. I love it as much as the next makeup artist. However, that doesn’t mean I love wearing it or spending time applying it. After graduating from Blanche Macdonald’s make up program over a decade ago, I can honestly say I’ve grown to appreciate and love a mo...

From a young age, I’ve been battling with dark under-eyes. I seem to have more pigment beneath my eyes, slower vascular movement, or simply thinner or paler skin. Both are hereditary traits that cause my under eyes to look like I’m constantly lacking sleep. 

Before...