Embrace at-home luxury with 'slow beauty'

There's no doubt that for many, beauty is a form of self-care that can go way behind just looking good. It can even be a form of at-home escapism, which is something we could all use right about now! That's where 'slow beauty' comes in, and today green beauty expert Michelle Bilodeau shared what that is, and some amazing products that will elevate your routine.

The slow beauty philosophy is just as it sounds – it’s a return to a slower, simpler beauty and self-care routine. It focuses on the essentials, but it's also about taking the time to enjoy your beauty ritual and give yourself a bit of luxury at home. The products themselves are thoughtfully made using sustainable methods and intelligently sourced ingredients.

Check out Michelle's hand-picked products below that will kick-start you on your 'slow beauty' journey, and be sure to watch the video above for even more great tips!

Maison Jacynthe Rose Spray

Maison Jacynthe is a Montreal-based, natural beauty brand and its rose water has only one ingredient: Bulgarian rose water. This mist is perfect to use to set makeup, or to help increase absorption of your nighttime serum. The rose water helps to brighten, tighten and hydrate the skin.

Maison Jacynthe | $23

Sḵwálwen Tewín'xw Cranberry Facial Bar

This facial bar is a best seller from the Squamish-based brand. It cleanses and softens skin without over drying. Ingredients include cranberry powder, rosehip, French pink clay and aloe. Each small-batch made bar can be used daily, to help remove makeup, or just for your morning and evening cleansing routine.

Sḵwálwen | $18

aN-hydra Hyalauronic Hydrator

aN-hydra, which means “without water”, is all about simplified skincare. The brand’s formulas are without water to cut down on consumption and waste, and one tiny glass bottle equals three months of product! To use, simply shake and mix five drops of the hydrator with an equal amount of water in your palm. Press serum into skin for a dewy, hydrated complexion. 

aN-hydra | $78

Luna Nectar Heliophilia Glow & Fix Serum

This multi-use serum for face and hair is from Vancouver-based brand, Luna Nectar – a brand that believes in a less-is-more routine to keep things simple and cut down on waste. For all skin and hair types, this rich but lightweight serum contains 15 active organic botanicals to nourish and restore. Seabuckthorn contains loads of vitamin C, so it will help add a subtle glow to the skin. It can be used on skin as a hair oil, and even as a beard oil for men.

Luna Nectar | $68

Helena Lane Tinted Moisturizers

These tinted moisturizers from Squamish-based natural brand Helena Lane come in two different tones and are available in scented and unscented. Glow is for people with light complexions; it’s a creamy light beige tint that adds just a touch of colour. Bronze is made for darker complexions and adds a warm, sun-kissed glow. Both contain mica and iron oxides for gentle colour to suit most skin tones. It can be used alone as a moisturizer, or if it feels too heavy, mix a small scoop with your regular day moisturizer. 

Helena Lane | $4

TOK Beauty Lip Tonic

TOK Beauty is made in Toronto and the brand is dedicated to developing a cruelty-free line using ethically sourced ingredients while being sustainably packaged. The brand’s new Lip Tonic comes in four shades. It’s a glossy, hydrating formula that contains plant-based ingredients like avocado oil and hyaluronic acid to plump and moisturize.

TOK Beauty | $27

Moment Beauty Detoxing Pink Himalyan Salt Scrub

Moment Beauty is a new Toronto brand. This small-batch scrub helps buff away dead skin cells, while hydrating skin thanks to honey, coconut oil and sweet almond oil. Keep in mind that because this scrub is made of all-natural ingredients, you should use it within two months of opening.

Moment Beauty | $15

Karité Hydrating Body Cream

Karité’s hydrating body cream is perfect for dehydrated, sensitive skin. It’s made from sustainably-sourced ingredients that support women-run co-ops in Ghana and. Use on dry hands, elbows, knees, basically anything below the neck. It contains shea butter, coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, rosemary oil, and it is free from dyes, fragrances, parabens, and mineral oil. 

The Detox Market | $46

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