Rachel came over yesterday and spent a good 2 hours educating me on colors, light, application and…read moreso much more. She was so personable and professional. Rachel is clearly fulfilling her calling and following her passion. I purchased some items (attached picture) from the SeneGence line, as well, because I absolutely loved the way they looked and felt- super rich in pigment and very nourishing and hydrating, and I am so excited to be able to add a bit of color and sparkle to my face, the next time I need. Thank you Rachel!

I am super picky when it comes to makeup and I always just opt to do my own for special events. I…read moreconsider myself a very good 'makeup applier' as it is so it's rare for me to let anyone else touch my face. After some persuasion, I agreed to have a makeover done during one of the 'ladies' nights' that a friend of mine had organized. Rachel Renna was the makeup artist that they had hired for the evening. It didn't take long for me to figure out that Rachel is no ordinary makeup artist. She is the next big thing (mark my words). She is one of the most talented artists I have ever come across, and that's including all the encounters I've had with makeup artists throughout my TV career. The thing about Rachel is that she just 'gets' her clients' style. She had one look at me and knew exactly what I would love and what I would hate. Above and beyond that, she handles a brush like no one I've met before. The way she builds, the way she blends, the way she shapes brows... OH MY! The truth is, my words cannot do Rachel's talent justice. She is the best there is when it comes to makeup artistry (I've attached the pictures to prove it) and it wont be long before she becomes an industry leader. You better get in on this while you still can because now that the word is officially out, her waiting list just got a helluvah lot longer.

Liz came highly recommended by my husband-to-be at the time as she was the make up artist on…read morenumerous commercial and fashion campaign jobs he shot. Naturally, I had extremely high expectations. Liz, in so many ways, surpassed these expectations from our initial trial run to my wedding day. Like most brides, I have no idea what would be the best look to suit my facial structure and my dresses. Liz provided knowledgable guidance and executed our looks of choice flawlessly. She kept her calm on a very hectic day; indeed, her constant smile put everyone at ease. I would recommend her highly to any future brides or anyone who needs some good pampering now and then. Thank you, Liz. I am so glad you were my make up artist on my big day.

Liz was my personal make up artist for my wedding and she made my special day even more special…read morewith her flawless makeup that garnered so many compliments. Her specialty is make up that makes your skin look flawless and her method of application is so natural. She has a real gift for understanding the anatomy of the human face and being able to highlight your best features while underplaying the less flattering ones, all with the gentle strokes of her makeup brushes. She has lots of pointers on both hair and makeup that will enhance your face and outfit. Liz's philosophy is 'Less is more' and her ability to use less makeup to create maximum beauty is a pleasure to watch while working with her. Not only is she talented, but she's also created makeup brand called Yaby. The pigmentation of her eye shadows and lipsticks (which are so long lasting) is quite unparalleled. I have tried lots of diferent brands, everything from Mac, to Dior to YSL to urban decay and I'm yet to come across such rich pigmented colours. Liz is also incredibly patient which is a virtue especially working with brides who can be super fussy about their look. In addition to of those great things I mentioned, she is FUN FUN FUN! We had a blast during our make up trial, through the course of the wedding and have continued the relationship even post-wedding. She's someone who brings a light hearted zaniness to the process of making you look fabulous.

I absolutely love this location! I've been about four or five times now and always go with the deep…read morecleansing facial and have been satisfied with the results every single time. Of course extractions aren't fun but the facial massage is AMAZING and oh so relaxing. I will say, after each session, they do recommend products for you to purchase but I never feel pressured to do so. You always have the option of getting a sample to see if you even like the product before purchasing a full sized bottle. I also love the staff and how you're always greeted with a smile. I'm excited to try other services in the near future.

I am obsessed with Pure & Simple! If I could give this spa more than five stars, I would…read more I first discovered P&S several years ago and have been a faithful customer ever since. Let me tell you why.. When I had my first P&S experience, I was dealing with really bad cystic acne. I've always had acne and hit a very rough patch (no pun intended) as an adult.. it was really bad for me. Most of my adult acne would be around my jaw and chin line, and would often leaving scarring and significant discoloration. I was living in Seattle and had started seeing a dermatologist who recommended a oral medication that would totally dry out my skin, along with bringing a host of other serious side effects. I didn't really feel good about taking such a heavy duty medication, but I was also at my wits end with my skin. That's when I found P&S. My very first P&S facial was a basic version plus an add on of the sea salt microdermabrasion. I was also introduced to the power of face oils. I cannot tell you how amazing my skin looked and felt after that first visit. Plus my facialist taught me so much.. like how drying out my skin actually intensified my acne by making my skin go into overdrive with oil production that ended up clogging my pores and hence contributing to cystic acne. Ugh!! P&S also introduced me to a number of amazing skin care products that have become part of my routine.. some of my favorites are the face oils for skin challenges with rosacea and acne, the black mud and propolis creams, the vitamin C and algae serums, a pumpkin exfoliating mask, and the rosehip oil. I LOVE all these!! And since that very first P&S visit all those years ago, I've been a faithful customer. Every time I'm home (I still live in Seattle and get home a few times a year to visit my folks), a visit to P&S is a must!! I typically go to the King Street spa - the ladies there have been awesome! But just a few months ago they opened a Mississauga location and I'm in heaven!! My folks live in Lorne Park (community in Mississauga) and this newest P&S location is literally 10-12 minutes away. No more fighting traffic to get downtown and then having to figure out parking and the traffic on the return trip - yaayyy!!! The ladies in the Mississauga location are wonderful!! Friendly, informative and very down to earth. Both of my two services since they opened have been amazing, and I've been really happy with my product purchases! Thank you P&S for offering this service to people who value a good customer service and experience, and hold a value for organic health care and wellness for our skin!! Please don't ever go away

I contacted the school to request a makeup Artist for a short film named "In Her Eyes". Within 24…read morehours, we were promptly connected with Sophia Martins. Let me say that Sophia is an absolutely treasure to have on set. She is exceptionally detailed with her makeup skills, and created superb on-camera looks. She should be hired for any professional TV/Film shoot. She is a pleasure to work with, is extremely professional and loves what she does.

I flew from Vancouver to attend this school and I feel it was well worth it. I'm so happy I took…read morethe "risk" to travel here. The first reason I chose this school was that I felt the curriculum and the length of the course was most compatible to me. The second reason is that I appreciate transparency. This school clearly listed their rates and their schedule on their website. For some reason, many schools don't post this information online. When I called, I didn't detect any pushy vibes of saccharine sweetness like I've experienced elsewhere before. (My tolerance for that kind of thing has worn thin over the years). No sales pitches here. When I arrived, I was struck by the sincerity and good nature of everyone at the school....literally everyone. This is easy to say because the class size was small. Five students! No over crowdedness and no students struggling to see demos. That's precious. I've been to a much larger school with slicker marketing and appreciate the establishment for what they taught me. This school, however, is closer to my heart because they operate in a way which is not possible for a larger operation. There wasn't as great of a divide between admin and students here and they did not in any way cater to the lowest common denominator by patronizing students with a higher than thou culture. The best part of my course is instructor Shannon Taillon. I've had jaded teachers before and if they still deliver the material, I don't care. Shannon, on the other hand is extremely generous with her time and energy. Imagine that! An instructor who truly cares and goes beyond her job description and does extra things here and there for her students. Shannon is a rare gem. The quality of education I received was of the highest calibre. Additionally, I was impressed with how many volunteer and job opportunities presented to students. I'll end this review now. I'm getting sleepy but I thought I'd post before I get busier. This is a seriously underrated boutique school. I enjoyed my time here so much that I'm sad I only have two days left :( Usually, I can't wait to finish classes. P.S. I just completed an Eastern Bridal Workshop with Rob, the owner of the school. I was hoping to do a workshop like this for so long so I was beyond thrilled Rob was kind enough to offer this during my time at the school. I got my money's worth and more. Rob is a very good teacher because he honestly critiques and presents material in a way that is easy to understand. Like Shannon, he takes time to make sure you understand and execute the techniques properly. If you find yourself at this school, you will also run into Lori-Ann, who works for the school. She has the sweetest disposition and makes the school a nice place to be. When I arrived there a day early for my program, instead of waving me away, she gave me a tour of the school and allowed me to store my materials in closet. It's all the small, kind hearted details in this school which make the experience memorable and mean so much. Even after flight, rent and other traveling expenses, I feel that my education here was a great investemnt. I will miss the school.

I got my hair done by a stylist (Madison Bradshaw) and I absolutely loved my results. She was…read moreinformative, helpful, took her time to make sure she knew exactly what I wanted and I couldn't have asked for a better stylist. My hair feels and looks healthier than I could imagine and I'm very happy with the results. Previously, I've had horror stories with stylist and damaged hair, so walking out of the salon with exactly what I wanted was an absolute treat.

It's too bad because I'm in the neighborhood but WONT be back!…read moreSavannah who is a very sweet girl and young just phoned in my haircut that is all and the prices went up without them informing me beforehand. I was very disappointed!

I recently decided to try a new place to get my eyelashes done, prior to this I've been to Keiko's…read moreon Dundas and another private/home eyelash stylist. The original reason for leaving Keiko was because she was getting more busy and the job got a tad sloppier, although for the price she was definitely more affordable. I tried the 3D volume lashes here at Divine lashes and had them for 3 weeks before I had a refill. They stayed on great and lash separation was amazing, (sometimes stylists clump two lashes together). If you take care of them properly(wash them, comb, blow dry cool) they'll last you a lot longer. I opt to go for the natural flair with C curl. My stylist was great, we have a consultation first and she explained to me my maximum length (30% more than my original lashes) would provide me with the longest wear. She was very carefully in understand what look I wanted and told me we could keep changing it as we go on, which I did upon my refill. I decided to try the D curl this time, which was more curly and made my eyes pop more. The facility is small, but clean, and professional. The little things I notice them do that drives them over the top for me is that they carefully clean your lashes before application, provide you with eyelash soap, and keep track of your eyelash status. I typically have more lashes on my right eye and she would try to match it up with my left so that both sides looked even.I highly recommend coming here if your budget allows for it.

The ladies at Divine Lashes are very professional and super sweet. They are always prompt and…read moreprovide a cozy bed for the application process. The owner has done a fantastic job of training the ladies with a new glue that is much more gentle than the typical stuff and they still stay put. Love waking up and not even having to bother with mascara. Thank you to Naoko and the girls!!