Skin care is essential for starting and ending the day right. Whether you have a multi-step face routine or value a hair-care hack, these local products will give your self-care regimen a boost.
Rosemary Green Tea Botanical Face Wash by Jane Says
This facewash, packed with nourishing ingredients, combats oily skin while maintaining a healthy skin barrier. It includes rosemary, green tea and aloe gel — plus glycolic acid for gentle exfoliation. $27.50.
1521 27 Ave. S.W., janesaysblends.com
Coffee Body Scrub by Lily Organic
The Coffee Body Scrub by Lily Organic combines fine coffee grounds and Himalayan salt to exfoliate, reduce cellulite and stimulate circulation. Founded by medical esthetician, clinical facilitator and educator Trina Wellwood, Lily Organic’s products are unscented, gluten-free, non-GMO and plant-based to suit all skin types. $25.
Beard Balm by Kent of Inglewood
Kent of Inglewood carries an array of locally made, environmentally conscious products, including the shop’s signature line of beard balms. Notable for their divine scents, the beard balms contain the perfect blend of essential oils, including jojoba, argan, bergamot and coconut oil, giving shine
and hold to beards of all shapes and sizes. The balms come in three scents: Citrus, Forest and Spice. $30.
1316 9 Ave. S.E., kentofinglewood.com
Revitalize Conditioner Bar by Lavami
This bath and body brand caters to those with sensitive skin, focusing on simple ingredients and unscented options. The compact Revitalize Conditioner Bar includes quinoa protein and pink clay to strengthen strands and is good for a dry or sensitive scalp. $18.50.
515 18 Ave. S.W., lavami.ca
Radiance Serum by Ellie Bianca
African-Canadian environmental scientist Evelyne Nyairo founded Ellie Bianca to empower women to embrace their own strength and beauty. Nyairo’s inspiration stemmed from experiencing gender inequalities while growing up in Kenya. The Radiance Serum contains ingredients like moringa and marula seed oils and squalane to promote healthy skin and support the natural aging process. $90.
100, 814 16 Ave. N.W., elliebianca.com
