From hot new fragrances, to gorgeous eyeshadow palettes, to must-have nail polishes, we rely on Dave Lackie, Cityline beauty expert and editor of BEAUTY the guide, to keep us in-the-know when it comes to the latest and greatest products on the market.
Each month Cityline.ca brings you Dave’s Faves, where Dave will share his insider beauty finds — and one lucky viewer will WIN them! Be sure you’re following both @CitylineCA and @davelackie to be the first to know about this monthly contest!
Dave’s Faves for November
Estée Lauder Colour Portfolio (purchase-with-purchase)
With any Estée Lauder purchase, you can buy this sleek makeup portfolio for $40. It is worth over $325. This is one of the best values in luxury beauty this holiday season. It will impress any girlfriend or wife, guys!!
Bobbi Brown Scotch on the Rocks Collection, $17.50 to $87
This is one of the most beautiful holiday collections. New York makeup artist Bobbi Brown pairs her signature nude shades with pops of Bordeaux, sultry red and beige gold shimmer. The new Highlight Powder is perfect for holiday parties. The shimmer nail polish in “Scotch” is also a clever update on a traditional shade. And the gold lip gloss is perfect to layer over red lipstick. It creates a sultry coral shade.
Dolce & Gabbana the one Collectors Editions
Fan’s of the Italian design duo’s “the one” scents will want to snap up these very limited edition bottles for holiday. The women’s version comes in a red lacquer bottle accented with a vintage Italian coin motif. The men’s is a deep chocolate brown, again adorned with a gold coin. The scents themselves remain the same. Women’s, $127. Men’s, $97 “The Dolce and Gabbana coin accessories and patterns are a must have this season,” says Vogue US.
Dolce and Gabbana Charm Bracelet gift with purchase
Make a $110 Dolce & Gabbana fragrance purchase at Hudson’s Bay (before taxes) and take home this signature charm bracelet. (while quantities last)
Clinique Sonic Brush, $95 and 1-2-3 Step Skincare program
One of the biggest skincare threats these days is tiny airborne specks of debris that adhere to skin. Just look at your car a couple of days after taking it through a car wash. You’ll see a film of grey dust: that’s pollution. To get the most out of your anti-aging products, you need to remove this film. Clinique has just introduced a sonic cleansing brush that gently removes pollution from skin. Its tapered tip is designed to easily reach hard-to-access areas around the nose, hairline and chin. Paired with Clinique’s facial soap, toning lotion and Dramatically Different Moisturizer and you have a great skincare regime.
Thierry Mugler Angel Glamorama Edition, $98
This black lacquer 50 ml refillable star-shaped bottle is dusted with sapphire-hued crystals. Available at Hudson’s Bay and thebay.com.
Philosophy holiday, $21 to $94
Philosophy offers the best gifts for teachers, babysitters and co-worker “Secret Santas.” Available at Hudson’s Bay and Sephora.
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