Blog — wellness

With the 30 day pause on the implementation of 25% tariffs between US and Canada, the beauty industry is now breathing a sigh of relief. The recent imposition of tariffs by President Donald Trump has introduced significant challenges for small, independent Canadian beauty brands. Originally set for February 4, 2025, these tariffs would include a 25% levy on Canadian goods entering the U.S., aiming to address concerns over drug trafficking and illegal immigration. For many Canadian beauty companies, especially indie beauty brands, the U.S. represents a substantial market, and these new tariffs threaten to disrupt this dynamic in multiple ways....

Sustainability – the buzzword with over 1 billion Google results, 11 million Instagram photos and plastered everywhere from beauty brands’ websites, to the food industry, to new tech. With the growing number of well-informed consumers, green is the new sizzling debutante of the season, and brands are rushing to portray their products as green, clean and yes - sustainable. But, how can you decipher if a product is actually sustainable and not just trying to appease the green consumer?  Look no further - we are here to provide the breakdown of how you can ensure your purchases this holiday season...