Earlier this year, I went on an epic girls trip to Costa Rica and I have to share this amazing hotel we stayed out! The Nomadic Hotel in Nosara was the chic surfer boho design hotel of my dreams! Along with beautiful rooms, you’ll get a free breakfast, free yoga classes, swings, hammocks, and a […] The post Nomadic Hotel: The Quintessential Costa Rica Experience appeared first on Raincouver Beauty ..read more

After several long COVID years, I am finally back working in Downtown Vancouver! If this is true for you too, you’ll want to check out Retreat Spa which is a new spa located by the Hyatt Regency. They are conveniently open until 7pm on weekdays which is perfect for an after work refresh. Or swing […] The post Massage and Facial at Retreat Spa Vancouver appeared first on Raincouver Beauty ..read more

I’m so excited to share with you how I spent one week in Turks & Caicos. I have always dreamed of turquoise waters on beach vacations but often disappointed with the reality. But wow, the beaches at Turks & Caicos are absolutely stunning and straight out of a post card. When: March 2024 Budget: $3,200 CAD per person from Vancouver Type of Trip: Couples trip Day 1: Travel Day + Grace Bay Since we live in Vancouver, there are very few direct flights to the Caribbean. We decided to take a red eye flight to Toronto and after a short lay over, we boarded another flight to Turks and Caico ..read more

I can feel it, this is the year of body care! The skincare market is incredibly crowded right now with so many amazing brands and products. I’m really excited to see how brands take the innovation and science to improve the skin over our whole bodies! Getting in on the action are these new Youth to the People Body products which just launched in early 2024! I have three of the products, and I’ve never smelled or felt so good! Youth to the People 10% AHA + Yerba Mate Smoothing Body Scrub AHA does wonders for making the skin on my face feel baby smooth. This body scrub uses physical and chemic ..read more

I can feel it, this is the year of body care! Youth to the People 10% AHA + Yerba Mate Smoothing Body Scrub Why keep the good stuff only for the face? AHA does wonders for making the skin on my face feel baby smooth. This body scrub uses physical and chemical exfoliation to reveal smooth skin all over the body! Some of the main ingredients are: lactic acid, glycolic acid, jojoba oil beads, and olive seed powder. This scrub has an amazing unisex scent with notes of black pepper, ginger, and velvet woods. It’s a mix of uplifting citrus and also quite a warm and woody smell too. I have keratosis ..read more

In the past few years (especially due to COVID), I started doing more local trips which only takes 2-3 days and can fit in a long weekend. These weekend trips from Vancouver are amazing for spicing up the mundane every day schedule. I’ve lived in Vancouver for over 20 years now so let me share with you the best weekend trips from Vancouver for every type of traveler! The first two sections are probably familiar to you if you’re from Vancouver but great for first timers. But if you’re looking for more of a hidden gem, just keep scrolling to the bottom and I bet you’ll find something new! Weeke ..read more

I’ve had a few posts on the blog sharing the best products for dry skin but this product beats them all. Although the coldest winter days are basically over, I wanted to share one of the best hydrating creams I’ve ever tried. The Kiehls Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream has been a life savor at keeping my skin plump and firm all winter long. Basics Name: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream Size: 50ml Price: $55 The Claims Kiehl’s markets this product for dry to very dry skin. Not only does this product provide hydration, it repairs the skin barrier. Within one hour ..read more

Last year, I discovered the Clarins Lip Comfort Oil and it remains one of my favorite products today. I received all the shades of the new Clarins Lip Perfector Glow a few months ago and I can’t wait to share with you the swatches and my review. Basics Packaging Formula There are a few “Lip Perfector” products within the Clarins line up. There’s the regular, intense, velvet, and glow. As you may guess from the name, the Clarins Lip Perfector Glow have a finish that contains more of a shimmer and glow. Clarins is full of innovation and this product contains 2 mother-of-pearls to provide light ..read more

I just came back from a wonderful week in the sun and wanted to share my experience staying at the Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun in November 2023. I’ve been on a bit of an all inclusive kick recently but as this trip was to celebrate my dad’s 60th, I wanted an easy option for my parents. If you want to see other all inclusive reviews, check out my post of the Excellence El Carmen in Dominican Republic and Sanctuary in Grand Memories Varadero in Cuba. Since this trip was with my parents, I didn’t spend too much time taking photos and “working”. All these photos are from my phone so I apologize that ..read more

I’m really excited to share two new pieces I recently received from Vincero that are going to be the perfect accessories! I usually like dainty jewelry that I can wear on a daily basis and both of these would are wonderful additions for my every day pieces. You can check out their collection of mens and women’s watches and jewelry on Vincero’s website. Vincero Harper Watch It’s been a few years since I’ve worn a watch but I’ve been itching to get back in the game. The style I have is called The Harper in Silver + Turkish Blue. I chose this design because I was really drawn to the blue face an ..read more