10 Tricks, Tips and Ideas We Love This Month

Sweet scents

It only takes one sniff to fall in love with family-owned candle company Cavill & Wicks. Mixed and poured by hand in Vancouver, these luxe candles are created to be safe for those sensitive to irritants, including children and pets. The bespoke wax blend promises exceptional scent distribution and a longer burn time, meaning you can spend more time enjoying the captivating fragrance. Make the count- down to spring a sweet-smelling one with French Fig & Wild Cassis,
a fresh aroma that will transport you to lunch on a flower-filled patio.

Cavill & Wigs, $48

Meat Your Match

Grill, smoke, fry and sear to perfection every time with this sleek, easy-to-use smart thermometer. With multiple sensors, the Bluetooth-compatible probe allows you to keep an eye on the internal temperature of your steak or brisket from your phone—down to tenths of degrees! Guesswork in the kitchen is a thing of the past.

Meater, $176

From Italy, With Love

Your condiment shelf just got an upgrade. Canadian artisanal food company Favuzzi’s new Truffle Mayonnaise is here to elevate your burgers, sammies, dips and more. The gourmet mayo has only three ingredients—cage-free eggs, sun- flower oil and Italian black summer truffles. Buon appetito!

Favuzzi, $15

Bow Down

We’re swooning over bows this month, and there’s no shortage
of ways to incorporate the feminine detail into your look.

Simons, $9

Damage Eraser

If you have damaged tresses begging for extra TLC, you’ll love the newest transformative hair mask from Joico. A combo of 18 amino acids, moringa seed oil, a protective lipid and the brand’s powerful keratin technology delivers strong, silky, shiny hair after just one use. This super-charged bond builder (Joico’s most powerful yet!) definitely earns a spot in our hair-care routine.

Amazon, $44

Lights Out

Since the very first Earth Hour in 2007, millions of people each year have been switching off the lights for 60 minutes and using that time to do something positive for our precious planet. On March 23, spend your Earth Hour picking up litter at a nearby park, watching a nature documentary, cooking up dinner using a sustainable recipe or researching alternatives for less environmentally friendly items around your home. All these small efforts performed by millions can make a huge difference.

Thirst Quenchers

Known for its iconic facial toners, skin-care brand Thayers has expanded into the moisturizer market, and not a moment too soon. The brand's effective formula includes witch hazel (its hero ingredient), snow mushroom and sugarcane squalane, along with powerhouse ingredients hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. The best part? The line is available in three consistences to ensure all skin types, from oily to super dry, are nourished and hydrated.

Amazon, $24

Drop It

Give yourself an instant bronzy glow sans UV rays with Canadian women-owned sunless tanning brand Nuda. We’re loving the new Bronzing Glow Drops infused with squalane, ginger, lavender and moringa that can be used alone or mixed with your favourite moisturizer or foundation for an all-over radiance. 

Nuda, $45

We’re nearing the end of frigid winter weather, but it’s not in our rearview mirror just yet! For those moments when you could use an extra boost of heat, these reusable hand warmers are a must-have. Canadian-made for Canadian weather, Hot Poc + Reusable Hand
Warmers instantly take the chill off and can be reused up to a hundred times—just boil the pouch in water
for five minutes to recharge. With the push of a button, the heat is activated for half an hour of toasty warmth, perfect for outdoor sports enthusiasts, those who work outside or anyone who would enjoy a little surge of warmth to get through a brisk morning walk.

Amazon, $35 for set of 4

 

Mindful Moments

Need motivation to start meditation? A new study co-led by University College London found that older adults who participated in a meditation program showed significant improvement in awareness, connection and insight compared to those who participated in a language program. These three areas of well-being can sup- port meaningful interactions with others as well as a deeper understanding of our own thoughts, feelings and experiences. Just one more reason to get your “om” on.