10 Tips, Tricks & Ideas We Love This Month

Canuck Pride

The 2024 season marks the very first for the Professional Women’s Hockey League, and with three of the six teams being Canadian, we have a lot to be proud of! Whether you’ve secured tickets to a game or are watching from home, you can support our country in style with a sporty-chic sweater straight from Parkhurst Knitwear’s Canadian factory. The lace-up neckline is reminiscent of a hockey jersey, and with a maple leaf proudly emblazoned on the front, there will be no question what country you’re rooting for.

Canadiana Eco Cotton Hockey Pullover SWEATER in Stone/Tweed Burgundy, $145

Pencil it In

Create the sharp wing or smoky eye of your dreams with the new high-impact eye pencils from Revlon. The ultra creamy texture stays blendable until it sets, so you can diffuse or define to perfection before enjoying 12 hours of waterproof wear. With a built-in blending brush that’s super easy to use, this handy pencil comes in six shades so gorgeous you’ll simply have to collect them all.

REVLON ColorStay Multiplayer Liquid- Glide Eye Pencils, $14 each

Must-Know Info

In her new book, Canadian gynecologist Dr. Jen Gunter teaches you all you’ve ever wanted to know about reproductive anatomy and menstruation, touching on a wide range of topics, including hormonal contraception, endometriosis and menopause. The combination of fascinating facts and wit makes this an informative must-read you’ll want to share with all the women in your life.

BLOOD: THE SCIENCE, MEDICINE, AND MYTHOLOGY OF MENSTRUATION (Random House Canada) by Dr. Jen Gunter, now $22 (was $32)

Peachy Keen

Spring’s arrival makes us want to dive in to the freshness of Pantone’s 2024 colour of the year: Peach Fuzz 13-1023. Welcome shades of this fun colour into your life with these product picks.
 

1. NUDESTIX Nudescreen Blush Tint SPF 30 in Peaches N’ Sol, $34
2. Bazik Pink Resin 15" POT, $20
3. Dyed Cotton SOCKS in Grapefruit, $21
4. Peach Bellini 3-Wick CANDLE, $28
5. Befodran RUG, 5'3" x 7'7", $499

Positivi-tea

A recent study by tea company Tetley found that 94 percent of Canadians want to embrace more joy in their lives, and 84 percent are looking for more balance. To help support these goals, Tetley has created the caffeine-free Live family of flavours to encourage moments of mindfulness. The brand’s two newest teas aren’t only delicious, they also contain adaptogens that help the body manage stress. Treat yourself to a moment of pause with a cup of Live Happy (with mango, passionfruit and adaptogen lion’s mane) or Live Balanced (with chicory root, dandelion and adaptogen reishi) to remind you to be kind to yourself and take life one sip at a time.

Live Happy and Live Balanced TEAS, $5 each

Cool Jewels

Fall in love with this collection of gleaming baubles from Toronto jewellery company Biko. With a nod to the rounded shape of a snail, the Overflow line provides an elegant dose of glam that smoothly transitions from day to night. We’re especially obsessed with these stunning earrings from the collection that frame your face with beautiful light-bending shine.

Nicole Pearl Stud EARRINGS in Gold, $175

Pain Be Gone

Whether you’re sore from a workout or having been cramped in an airplane seat, aches and pains happen. The good news is that a massage gun can provide much-needed relief by tackling muscle knots and tension and improving circulation.

Theragun Mini MASSAGE GUN, $250

Spring Clean

April is Earth Month and if you’re looking for an easy-peasy eco-friendly swap in your cleaning routine, Guests on Earth, a cleaning product company based in Toronto, has you covered. Its aesthetically pleasing bottles of all-purpose cleaner and hand soap not only look chic on your countertop but also have less impact on the environment than traditional plastic vessels. These aluminum containers are made to be used again and again, and the concentrated refills mean less packaging, less volume and fewer carbon emissions from shipping. Plus, the biodegradable formula is full of natural, plant-based ingredients that smell great and don’t compromise on effectiveness. Your spring cleaning just got way more enjoyable.

All-Purpose CLEANING KIT, $40

Feel Good, Do Good

You can get your lather on while supporting an important cause when you treat your locks to Lush’s limited edition #92 shampoo bar. Created in an effort to meet Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s #92 Call to Action for Business, this cedar and pine scented bar gives your hair and scalp a deep clean while satisfying the senses. What’s more: 100 percent of the sale price will be donated to Indigenous-led organizations that are leading reconciliation efforts.

LUSH #92 Shampoo Bar, $16

Going Nuts

Did someone say snack time? Get ready to munch to your heart’s content because Laval, Que.-based snack company Nutterie now ships Canada-wide. Nuts, seeds, dried fruits and other salty and sweet bites are delivered right to your door, cutting out the middleman (and pesky overhead costs) so you can get the freshest products at a more affordable price point. Perfect as an addition to a charcuterie board or as a companion during your next binge-watching session, the delicious flavours will keep you coming back for more.

Salted Roasted CASHEWS, $24/kg, Mini PRETZELS, $7.50/kg, Golden RAISINS, $8/kg