Travel is in my blood, but there is nothing worse than arriving at your destination feeling tired and looking haggard. Then you have your weeks at work that just never seem to end and you’ve had one too many espressos while running on 4 hours of sleep. There is a reason they call it beauty sleep.
I had a chance to try myfaceworks‘ revitalizing eye treatment– that works much like a facial mask. The treatment, called i need to open my eyes, worked like a charm! I put it on in the morning after a late night. Not only was it soothing, but when I took it off my eyes looked much more awake, refreshed, and the bags were gone! I’m thinking these would be the perfect pal for traveling.

myfaceworks
myfaceworks.com
i need to open my eyes (6 for $40)

We’re taking a stand against tacky workout videos! As young women, we’re always looking for ways to get in shape faster. Our on-the-go lifestyles leave us little time to fuss over the small things. So why not turn your hour workout into a 25 minute workout! The Power Plate does just that. Using vibration technology, the Power Plate contracts your muscles up to 50 times a second (normally they contract about once per second). By doing this it increases your strength, power, and muscle tone. The Power Plate has been getting tons of buzz lately from big celebrities like Madonna!

Want to put it to the test? Powervibe Fitness offers the machines to its members… and as a bonus they also have UV-Free tanning! Oh, and did we mention Kitties get some great deals? We’re always lookin’ out for you.

Powervibe Fitness
638 Kinghorne Mews, Vancouver
604-687-8423

Lüt Boutique

Offering both men’s and women’s clothing, Lüt Boutique has a gallery-esque feel with an open space and carefully placed fashion displays. They pride themselves on offering timeless and versatile pieces instead of strictly trendy items. The store also keeps a blog listing their newest arrivals. With their vibrant red sign welcoming you on the sidewalk, this Main Street location is a must stop on your shopping trip.

Oh, and I love, love, love the new shipment they got from Cirque de Cheval. The silk and lace combo is divine! Totally favoring this number…

Lüt Boutique
4219 Main Street (26th & Main)
(604) 568-1188
http://lutboutique.wordpress.com/

Makeup artists around the world will tell you that one of the most popular looks for everything from runway to a night out on the town, is the cat eye. Known for its enhancement of the lash line, this beauty trick is perfect for those with every eye type.

Tools needed:

Q-Tips (aka cotton swabs)
- Semi Wing lashes (false lashes available at Luxe Lashes*)
- Black mascara
Black eyeliner
- Lash glue/adhesive

Steps:

1) Starting from the inner corner of your eye drag the brush as close to your lash line as possible. As you move towards your temples, thicken the liner and create a slight slant in the line with a flick of the wrist. If you need to even out the liner or make a mistake, use a Q-Tip.
2) Put on two coats of mascara. Mascara is necessary so you don’t have a lighter set of lashes under your falsies.
3) Line the strip of your Semi Wing lashes with your lash adhesive. Wait until the adhesive becomes tacky. Place the false strip of lashes in place as close to your natural lash line as possible. It’s easiest if you center the lash and make your first point of contact

Luxe Lashes
4700 Kingsway (Metrotown by Bebe and Marciano)

*kitties buy four sets of lashes, get one set free (psst! each set contains 3 pairs of lashes. It’s a steal!)