When The Ordinary launched in 2016, it didn’t look like a typical beauty brand. No glossy campaigns. No celebrity faces. No poetic product names. Just stark white bottles, clinical labels and prices that made the industry blink. And behind this quiet revolution was Toronto, home to Deciem — the company that created The Ordinary andContinue reading “The Ordinary: Toronto’s Skincare Disruptor That Changed the Global Beauty Industry”
Author Archives: Stacey Hobbs
Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Vanilla Yogurt Parfait
A soft brunch‑ready parfait layered with creamy vanilla yogurt, jewel‑toned cranberries and a golden granola crunch. It’s bright, fresh and effortlessly beautiful — the kind of simple‑but‑stunning breakfast Jillian Harris is known for. Perfect for Thanksgiving morning, a cozy autumn brunch or a wellness‑focused start to the day. Prep 10 min Cook 5 min (cranberryContinue reading “Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Vanilla Yogurt Parfait”
Great Depression Beauty: Repurposed Household Items as Everyday Beauty Tools
During the Great Depression, beauty didn’t disappear — it adapted. With money scarce and cosmetics often considered a luxury, women turned to their kitchens, sewing baskets and cleaning cupboards to create clever, resourceful beauty tools from everyday household items. These DIY solutions weren’t just frugal; they were imaginative, practical and surprisingly effective. Curling tools were oftenContinue reading “Great Depression Beauty: Repurposed Household Items as Everyday Beauty Tools”
Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites
A cozy, West Coast‑brunch appetizer that blends buttery puff pastry, creamy brie and ruby‑red cranberries. These bites are elegant yet effortless — the kind of holiday entertaining piece Jillian Harris is known for. They’re warm, glossy and festive, perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering. Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Serves 12 bites IngredientsContinue reading “Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites”
Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Maple Breakfast Crumble
A warm, cozy brunch crumble that blends tart cranberries with soft baked oats and a buttery maple‑kissed topping. It’s the kind of dish that feels like a slow autumn morning in the Okanagan — gentle, rustic, and effortlessly beautiful. The crumble is comforting without being heavy, sweet without being sugary, and visually stunning with itsContinue reading “Jillian Harris Inspired: Cranberry Maple Breakfast Crumble”
Depression‑Era Skincare Routines
Skincare during the Great Depression was simple, practical and rooted in household ingredients. With commercial creams often too expensive, women relied on pantry staples to cleanse, moisturize and maintain their skin. Cleansing usually began with soap and warm water, but many women softened the routine by adding a small amount of olive oil or cold creamContinue reading “Depression‑Era Skincare Routines”
