en-us http://www.chickadvisor.com ChickAdvisor:Love it, Share it, Rate it http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/burts-bees-lipbalm http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/burts-bees-lipbalm My previous post disappeared, so I'm writing it again! I'm in the fence about this problem. I've heard great things about it from blogs and my friends, but I personally don't find it any better than any other drug store lip balm. Granted it does keep your lips moisturized and unchapped, but I don't know if I would spend a regular price on this! I got mine on sale at Shoppers..which was worth it to some extent. I don't think I would buy it again. I might try Kiehl's for higher brand next time, but Burts Bees isn't worth it for me. http://images.chickadvisor.com/item/1231/thumbs/7b3f7660f6bcadba5d4d8790a7a25d35.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/bare-escentuals-id-bare-minerals-foundation http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/bare-escentuals-id-bare-minerals-foundation I absolutley adore my Bare Minerals foundation. Last year I originally bought the starter set at Sephora but looovveed it so much I've been back since to buy them individually. My ideal color is 'Medium Tan' it goes on flawlessly and looks extremely natural! http://images.chickadvisor.com/item/1260/thumbs/fae68fa3dc86e7c00d4bacea05271b24.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/st-ives-apricot-facial-scrub http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/st-ives-apricot-facial-scrub I bought a small bottle of this from Shoppers Drug mart because I wanted to try it out first. The price is pretty good. I have regular skin, a little bit on the dry side. I think if you have oily skin this is a great product but for me it was too rough for my skin. http://images.chickadvisor.com/item/1098/thumbs/823ed52b01bb70c6c9a43eacfcc3f55e.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/covergirl-lashblast-mascara http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/covergirl-lashblast-mascara I received this mascara as a free sample. I love mascara so I was quite excited. If there is one thing I must do before I leave the house is put on mascara. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the results. I prefer fast drying mascara's and I did not get the volumizing effect.. The brush was large, but I have had better results with other mascara's. http://images.chickadvisor.com/system/thumbs/item.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/vaseline-petroleum-jelly http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/vaseline-petroleum-jelly Vaseline has got to be the most versatile product known to woman! I love it on my lips! If your lips are dry, I would recomend that you don't use it alone, but put it on top of a moisturizing lip balm to lock in moisture. This works REALLY well! Now, though that is a great use, here is my fave way to use Vaseline: as a foot treatment. Thats right. Every night, before you go to bed, rub your feet in Vaseline, and PUT ON SOME SOCKS (careful not to slip on you greasy feet!) this is important, but don't ask me why. I got this out of a beauty book, and I trust it. When you wake up in the morning, your feet will be baby soft and smooth. Careful not to use too much, or they might stay greasy through the night, but I still say you should give it a try! http://images.chickadvisor.com/item/1594/thumbs/bc60cfcd9e605a396ff4e55d1f96e313.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/salon-crave http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/salon-crave I also went to Salon Crave today, after reading the reviews on this site. I was not disapponted. I had an appointment with Dino, who was great. Very nice guy, down to earth, honest with his opinions. He listened to what I said, gave me his advice, and I got a fantastic haircut. I have very thick curly hair, and I find it hard to find stylists who can work with my hair. I was very pleased, and the kicker was the price - $40. I'm used to paying a lot more for a lot less service. When it came time to pay, he swiped my VISA card and filled out the total for me, however when I told him that I had wanted to add a tip to the total (I had no cash on me), he wouldn't hear about it, and told me to worry about it the next time. I protested but he wouldn't listen. I felt so bad - he was so nice. I will definitely be going back, and I HIGHLY recommend this place. They all seem like really nice people. http://images.chickadvisor.com/system/thumbs/store.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/balisi-queen-st-w http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/balisi-queen-st-w I'm in SUCH love with my Balisi jacket!! I got it at the shopcrawl, discounted to an unbelievable $32. It's a glimmering silver, bell sleeves, short.. 'bells out' a bit, has beautiful buttons going on that you can vary in any way you want.. and looks FANTASTIC no matter what I stick it on! I ALWAYS turn heads with this jacket.. I'm sooo happy with this purchase :) http://images.chickadvisor.com/store/1804/thumbs/1956e99264dd7a3c8b033ed0974ce52d.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/coca http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/coca LOVE Coca! Not only were they wonderfully accommodating for our Shop Crawl part 3 after party, the food and service were fantastic. West Queen St. W is littered with every kind of imaginable restaurant. There are a lot of really good ones and I'd say Coca is one of the best. The prices aren't cheap but they are reasonable and the quality of the food is very good. The main area is very nicely decorated and they also have a party and patio area on the second and third floor. The patio is really romantic at night as it faces away from the bustle of Queen Street. Next time you're in the area definitely consider stopping by for a drink or dinner. http://images.chickadvisor.com/store/1822/thumbs/1a3bee3d93dd092fa4b4174f73efe90c.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/moda http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/moda I would definitely agree with this store being one of the hippest and most affordable store in West Queen West. I love the different styles, especially the cute mini dresses. At that time, there were only sample sizes (on sale) available which was hard for others to find clothes since they were all medium. However, I'm sure they carry different sizes through out. The person there was friendly and helpful, so I'm sure I will definitely go back. http://images.chickadvisor.com/store/1800/thumbs/c521390a1c03f567a271ea6ba8741c3f.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400 http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/the-bridge-drive-in http://www.chickadvisor.com/store/the-bridge-drive-in I love the BDI - grew up with it, couldn't live without it! The hot fudge sundaes are definately worth a try, and the Goog Special is my favourite. Awesome for the price! Best soft icecream in town. http://images.chickadvisor.com/store/1214/thumbs/0c21c161bc7e617e6d2843bcff372a5c.jpg Sat, 05 Jul 08 05:25:01 -0400