New Year, New Nails! Essie Nail Polish Set Giveaway

Essie Gel Couture and Serene Slates Nail Kit London Drugs

It’s a brand new year, beauties! How are your nails doing in 2019?! Give them a fresh coat of polish with the gorgeous Essie Nail Set featuring Gel Couture shades and the Serene Slates collection. Go from daytime neutrals to metallic and bold for a night on the town with 14 nail polishes to choose from (worth $169). And the best part? You have the chance to win 1 of 3 prizes fit for any beauty! Keep scrolling to find out all the entry details.

Essie Serene Slates Collection

Essie Gel Couture Sheer Silhouette Collection

Essie Gel Couture Shades London Drugs Giveaway

Ready to enter? Let’s paint the town!

  1. Follow @ldbeauty_ on Instagram or London Drugs Beauty on Facebook
  2. Tag two friends in the Instagram post or Facebook post who would *love* this giveaway
  3. Extra entry: Comment on the Instagram post or Facebook post with one of your top goals for 2019!
  4. Extra entry (for Instagram only): Share our giveaway post on your Instagram Stories

 

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Terms and conditions

  1. No purchase necessary. Limit one (1) entry per social network per contest. Limit one (1) prize may be won per household.  Entries must be received no later than 11:59 pm Pacific Time on January 11, 2019. London Drugs is not responsible for entries that become lost or misdirected.
  2. Contest is open to all residents of Canada in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba, who, as of the date the prize draw is made: (i) have not won a London Drugs contest since January 11, 2018; (ii) have reached the age of majority in the province in which they reside as of January 11, 2019 (iii) are not employees of London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization (if any), or any family member living with any such employee.
  3. The winners will be chosen by a judge on the day the contest ends (see dates below) in Vancouver, British Columbia, from all eligible entries received per contest. Winners will be selected based on a combination of number of post likes, comments and overall skill/creativity. To win, selected entrants must have correctly answered the skill-testing mathematical question on the entry form and must sign London Drug’s declaration and release confirming compliance with the contest rules and acceptance of the prize(s) as awarded, releasing London Drugs from liability in association with the contest and prize and consenting to the use of their name, photograph, voice and statements for promotional and publicity purposes.
  4. There will be three prizes awarded: each winner will receive one Essie Nail Polish Set worth approximately $169.00. Prize(s) must be accepted as awarded, are non-transferable and no substitutions are permitted. London Drugs reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value should any prize become unavailable for any reason. Prize will be awarded at the closest London Drugs location to the winner. Contests dates: January 7, 2019 – January 11, 2019. Draw Date: 12:00 PM Pacific Time January 14, 2018.
  5. Selected entrants will be contacted by email, or social network they were drawn from. No correspondence will be entered into except with selected entrants. If the winner does not respond then she/he will be notified for the second time, 2 (two) days after the first notification. If the winner still does not respond within 2 days of the second notification, a new winner will be chosen in the same manner until a winner is successfully contacted.
  6. The chances of winning a prize will depend on the number of eligible entries received. Decisions of the judges in respect of all aspects of this contest including, but not limited to, eligibility of entries and correctness of answers given to the skill-testing question, are final.
  7. London Drugs, their respective advertising and promotional agencies, the independent judging organization, and their respective agents are not liable to an entrant in any manner relating to the contest or the awarding and use of the prize(s).
  8. This contest is subject to all federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations. By entering the entrant consents to the collection of all personal information included on their entry and agrees to the use and disclosure of such information by and between London Drugs and their agents.  The winner(s) also agrees to the collection, use and disclosure of their name, entry, photographs, voice and statements for London Drugs’ publicity purposes without further compensation. All personal information collected from entrants will be used only for the purposes of administering the contest and for marketing and promotional purposes as contemplated by these rules; under no circumstances will any personal information be sold or rented to third parties. All personal information collected by London Drugs will be kept in accordance with the privacy policy of London Drugs, which can be viewed at londondrugs.com, and in accordance with all applicable privacy laws.
  9. The right is reserved by London Drugs to terminate this contest, in whole or in part, and/or modify, amend or suspend the contest, and/or these rules in any way, should any cause beyond the reasonable control of London Drugs or its agents affect the proper administration thereof.

What Does Your Perfume Say About Your Personality?

Choosing your perfume is a highly personal adventure. Just like a picture is worth a thousand words, a woman’s signature scent can say a lot about who she is. It’s not a surprise that most of us choose carefully! If you’ve taken the journey of spraying and smelling many different fragrances to find the one—either for yourself or someone else then you know there is so much more to choosing a perfume than meets the eye (or the nose).

Perfume and Personality London Drugs Blog

All of us have unique tastes when it comes to the perfect fragrance. But what if you could have a peek into what your scent preferences say about your personality? Here are the four key scents and how they link to dominant personality traits. So whether you’re choosing a fragrance for yourself, your mom, your significant other or your best friend, we’ve got you covered!

But… why should you trust your nose?

We know from Alan R. Hirsch, a smell and taste researcher, that certain fragrances can be indicative of one’s personality. To explore this concept further, we’re taking you on a spin around the fabulous Fragrance Wheel by Michael Edwards, to see what your scent preferences might say about you. Edwards’ fragrance wheel describes four families of scent: Floral, Oriental, Fresh, and Woody. No matter which scent your nose gravitates toward, these four act as the primary bases for all perfumes. 

Fragrance Wheel London Drugs Beauty

Floral and Introspective

The floral family highlights the aroma of fresh flowers like rose, jasmine, lily, and frangipani to create classically feminine perfumes. Have you ever tried Acqua di Gioia Eau de Toilette, Viva La Juicy, or Marc Jacobs’ Daisy? It has been suggested that ladies who love fragrances with floral notes are the introspective, sensitive, and considerate type.

Floral Scents Fragrances London Drugs Beauty

Oriental and Lively

The oriental family features orange blossom, incense, resins, and sandalwood with sweet and warm notes like vanilla, musk, cinnamon, and cardamom. These fragrances are said to attract the woman who is the life of the party—lively, energetic, and social. Ready to go out on the weekend? Before you hit the dance floor, try these fragrances La vie est belle  by Lancôme or Burberry Brit Eau.

Fresh and Ambitious

The fresh family draws in the aromas of bergamot and citrus oils for bright sporty scents that invigorate and energize. Women attracted to the zesty, tangy smells of citrus are strong-minded, ambitious, and natural leaders. If you’re headed into the boardroom, try My Fifth Avenue from Elizabeth Arden or Clinique’s Happythe freshest of the bunch, worn and loved by power women.

Woody and Curious

And then, of course, there is the woody family, centred on aromatic woods and herbs. This is where you will find the lavender lovers. People who are a little more reserved but curious, love these notes. These women value friendship and teamwork, and can be thoughtful and contemplative. Fragrances such as Calvin Klein’s Euphoria and Donna Karan’s Cashmere Mist will captivate these quiet observers.


Next time you’re on the hunt for a new fragrance, take notice of the ingredients that trigger your fancy. Do they reflect your mood or personality? At London Drugs, you’ll find a plethora of perfumes spanning from soft florals to deep woods to guide your nose in the right direction.

6 Glam Halloween Makeup Looks by Canadian Beauty Bloggers

Grab your makeup bag and a dose of creativity to glam up your look for Halloween this year! If you are the type to favour glitter, sparkles, and lots of bright colours over dark, gory looks, don’t worry—we have the inspiration for you.

From a glam neon skull to a whimsical woodland fairy, these Halloween makeup ideas will make an impression at any party!

We collected some of our favourite looks from Canadian beauty bloggers and makeup artists to spark your creative costume this Halloween. Keep scrolling to gather ideas for your own Halloween makeup this year, and read what inspired each Instagrammer to create their glam Halloween makeup look.


1. Peacock Feathers by @sarbearmua

DIY Halloween Makeup 2018 London Drugs Beauty Sara Vidal

“The inspiration for this makeup look began with the eyelashes. The feathers reminded me of a peacock, so I wanted to include yellow, purple, and blue to compliment the lashes. I took to Pinterest and began pinning photos of peacocks—their colours are truly unbelievable.”

2. Jack o’ Lantern by @sirat.xo

London Drugs Beauty Makeup Halloween Sirat Sandhu

“My inspiration behind the look was the scary/glam Halloween duo. I am obsessed with glamorous Halloween looks with a dark twist, and I wanted to be able to incorporate affordable makeup products to allow the look to be achievable by everyone. My hope is that people continue to enjoy and recreate this look.”

3. Woodland Fairy by @madalynauroraa

DIY Makeup Halloween London Drugs Madalyn Richardson

“This was one of my first looks when I decided to bring my creative side forward. I took a lot of inspiration from my childhood—building fairy houses in my grandma’s garden was one of my favourite hobbies.”

4. Honeybee by @crystalwangg

London Drugs Beauty Blogger Crystal Wang Halloween Makeup

“I’ve never been huge on Halloween spirit and all the spooky themes. Even though Halloween looks are huge in the beauty community, I still wanted to be comfortable in my skin—I wanted to create something fun and light which I can enjoy and share, while still being festive.”

5. Colourful Clown by @stjohnnnn

London Drugs Halloween Makeup Sara StJohn

“This look was inspired by my nail set by @allured; having fun nails keeps me inspired to continue to create fun and new looks for this year’s #31daysofhalloween!”

6. Spooky Glam Skull by @monolidmua

LD Beauty Halloween Makeup DIY Spooky Skull

“I was really inspired by both Desi Perkins and Luna Fortun for this look. Desi’s half-melted skull was amazing and Luna created a gorgeous neon skeleton look. I was inspired to merge both amazing looks together and came up with this Halloween look!”


Have a photo of your glam Halloween makeup? Make sure to share it with @ldbeauty_ on Instagram using #LDBeauty and enter our #ldBOOtiful contest until October 26th, 2018!

Ardell Magnetic Lashes Tutorial

One of the most innovative new products to hit the aisles of our LDBeauty department is Ardell’s new magnetic lashes! With pre-curved bands and tiny magnets, these lashes give you that intense false lashes look…without the messiness and stickiness of glue. Beauty Blogger Bree from The Urban Umbrella will show you her tricks for easy application – watch the video to see how they work!

 

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Rose Blonde Hair Tutorial

Our Beauty Experts have been keeping a close eye on the top hair trends for 2018, and rose gold (or rose blonde) hair is going to be a big one! In this hair tutorial, our Beauty Expert Britta will show you how to get this gorgeous metallic rosy gold hair, using her favourite new hair tool, the Conair Infiniti Pro Meta e Meta, and her go-to temporary hair colour, L’Oreal’s new Colorista Spray.

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Kiss-Proof Valentine’s Day Lipsticks

We know: finding a lipstick that doesn’t leave that telltale mark on a coffee cup (or a special someone) is a serious struggle. Not to fear lipstick lovers, the quest is over! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, our Beauty Advisor Amanda is testing the best kiss-proof lipsticks available at your local London Drugs. Watch the video to see her top 6, plus her go-to lip primer and lipstick remover, for a flawless pout that won’t budge ‘til the end of the night.

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L’Oreal Paris X Balmain Exclusive Lipstick Collection

We’re so excited that the L’Oreal Paris x Balmain Exclusive Lipstick Collection have hit select store shelves this week!

The beautiful collection that stole the show at Paris Fashion week is coming to London Drugs! The ultra-limited couture collaboration features 12 couture lipsticks, in edgy matte shades, encased in exclusive packaging designed by Olivier Rousteing. The 12 lip shades are designed for every woman, no matter her origin, no matter her tribe. The rich formula is made of pure pigments and camellia oil for the richest colour and moisturizing matte finish.

 

Please contact these select London Drugs stores for availability. L’Oreal Paris X Balmain Exclusive Lipstick Collection will be available in-store only, while quantities last.

British Columbia

Granville & Georgia
710 Granville St, Vancouver
(604) 448-4802

West Broadway
525 West Broadway, Vancouver
(604) 448-4804

North Vancouver
2032 Lonsdale , North Vancouver
(604) 448-4805

Kerrisdale
2091 W. 42nd Ave., Vancouver
(604) 448-4810

Spall Plaza
1950 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna
(250) 860-3331

Coquitlam Centre
2929 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam
(604) 448-4815

Scott 72 Mall
7303-120th St., Delta
(604) 448-4817

Harris Green Village
911 Yates Street, Victoria
(250) 360-0880

Cottonwood Mall
45585 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack
(604) 858-9347

Park Royal North
875 Park Royal North, West Vancouver
(604) 448-4844

Valley Fair Mall
22709 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge
(604) 448-4847

Ironwood Plaza
11666 Steveston Hwy., Richmond
(604) 448-4852

The Junction Mall
32555 London Ave., Mission
(604) 820-5115

Brentwood Town Centre
4567 Lougheed Hwy., Burnaby
(604) 448-4856

 

Alberta

West Edmonton Mall
8882-170th St., Edmonton
(780) 944-4526

 

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