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Vicki Duong

August 26, 2022

VICKI TRIES; CoolSculpting at Dermapure w/ Giveaway

When it comes to a sculpted face, there’s little I would not try to get that snatched jawline. Whether it’s adding the illusion with contouring to various skincare tools, such as face cupping or NuFace, my quest for definition is…

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December 22, 2021

2021 Beauty Faves (w/ Giveaway)

Listen, I’m not here to tell you how to spend your money, I’m just here to tell you I spent too much of my own. Here are my fave beauty discoveries of 2021 that I would wholeheartedly recommend plus a…

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January 13, 2021

INSTA-HYPED; Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair (w/ GIVEAWAY)

When it comes to iconic skincare products the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair serum comes top to mind. Launched in 1982, this little brown bottle has a cult-like following with those who haven’t tried it often remarking “but I hear…

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September 17, 2020

MAKEUP REVIEW; QUO Beauty (PLUS a Giveaway!)

I’ve been hanging on to these QUO Beauty goodies for months and couldn’t wait to share my thoughts with y’all but then the world turned to shit and this launch was postponed due to there being many more pressing matters…

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April 6, 2020

MAKEUP REVIEW; Evalina Beauty (PLUS A Giveaway!)

A long overdue makeup review on Evalina Beauty, a new cruelty free Vancouver based cosmetic brand. Currently available only through their site, Evalina Beauty prides themselves on products that will help you achieve a natural glam that is fuss-free and…

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March 8, 2020

Q&A: Kassandra from Amara Blue Designs (PLUS a Giveaway!)

Happy International Womxn’s Day! I wanted to celebrate today with all of y’all by sharing a Q&A with my friend and maker behind Amara Blue Designs, Kassandra.  Our industry is a funny one and I actually met Kass through a…

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February 21, 2020

Q&A: Veriphy Skincare (PLUS a Giveaway!)

When it comes to the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) women only make up for about a quarter of the workers within the field. Despite the fact that the industry is growing rapidly, it’s only in the last few…

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December 8, 2019

Q&A: Melody from Mala (PLUS a Giveaway!)

Who doesn’t feel cozier with a candle lit and their home smelling delicious? With scents like Chai and even Cereal (smells like Froot Loops) it’s no wonder why I was smitten with Mala at first sniff. Over the past few…

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October 25, 2019

Switching to Natural Deodorant (PLUS a Nala Care Giveaway!)

I don’t know about you, but I am a particularly sweaty human. I am someone who runs warm and I often joke that if I’m ever cold everyone else is already dead. That being said, I am not a really…

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Where the wild west meets the group chat. Where the wild west meets the group chat.
Growing up, I used to feel embarrassed by the clut Growing up, I used to feel embarrassed by the clutter in our home—half-used bottles, worn-out packaging, and drawers full of “almost empties.” Now? I find it all deeply endearing.

Years ago, I dreamed of becoming so “successful” that I could replace everything old or used in her house. But I’ve come to realize, she never needed anything replaced. She doesn’t want a new life. She just lets me add to hers.

Anyone who’s heard me talk about my mom knows she’s the reason I understand gratitude and compassion the way I do. She’s the original project pan queen, the real sustainability influencer in my life and she still teaches me how to make the most of what you have, every single day.

#projectpan #beautyempties #immigrantparents
Just back from Peru and already planning my next p Just back from Peru and already planning my next photo album because some memories deserve more than just a spot on your phone.

I use @blacks to turn travel pics into keepsakes. Their print quality’s amazing, they’re Canadian, and right now you can get 33% off with GIFT4YOU (until July 12).

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postcards from @peru postcards from @peru
Acne is complicated, but getting help doesn’t ha Acne is complicated, but getting help doesn’t have to be. After years of trying to manage my acne, I finally spoke to a doctor—and it changed the game. If you’re struggling, talk to a healthcare provider. #myacnejourney #ad sponsored by Sun Pharma
One day. 15+ km. Roughly 5,000 stairs. And a full One day. 15+ km. Roughly 5,000 stairs. And a full spectrum of emotions.

I am not a hiker. Historically, I begrudgingly agree to one hike a year—and even that is usually under 3k, with the promise of brunch after. So when I agreed to the one-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, I knew it would be a challenge. But I didn’t realise how hard it would be. I cried out of frustration. I was mad at myself for not being fitter, for not coping better, for not moving faster.

But with the encouragement of Ale, Robert, and the incredible @intrepidtravel crew, I kept going. One shaky, slow, stubborn step at a time. And when I finally walked through the Sun Gate and saw Machu Picchu unfold in front of me? All of it—every tear, every stair, every mental spiral—felt completely worth it.

Truly one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. And yes, I now understand why men everywhere use this view as their dating profile pic. It’s iconic.
Girlie, those are your organs. This is also a re Girlie, those are your organs. 

This is also a reminder to future me who can be so critical of myself sometimes: don’t talk about my friend that way.
One thing I think makes me good at what I do? I’ One thing I think makes me good at what I do? I’m a boots-on-the-ground kind of person. People often ask how I know about so many small local brands—and the answer is simple. I go to a lot of markets.

When I first moved to Vancouver, I started blogging about the brands I’d discover at craft fairs and pop-ups. What’s so special about markets is that when you buy from a small maker, the person you’re talking to is usually the person who made it.

That’s why public events matter. Sure, I get hundreds of press releases a week—but some of the best finds are the ones that aren’t backed by PR. They’re just passionate people putting their work out there.

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