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STORIE VENEZIANE BY VALMONT COLLEZIONE PRIVATA JAZZY TWIST

They say: An eau de parfum from the latest fragrance collection addition to the Storie Veneziane by Valmont range that’s billed as a “floral gourmand” that “symbolizes the free and elusive woman.” The scent features notes of magnolia, black pepper and chocolate chips.

We say: The main notes of this scent had our tester very curious to discover how it would smell on skin. The floral-sweet scent is unique, yet also slightly familiar. It’s not overwhelming or overly intoxicating, but it boasts a slightly seductive scent that lingers beautifully on skin. $380 for 100 mL | Maison Valmont; lamaisonvalmont.com

NEXXUS BLONDE ASSURE CONDITIONER

They say: A hair conditioner for blond and silver hair that “helps to neutralize unwanted brassy tones.” Infused with the company’s ProteinFusion blend with keratin protein and violet pigment, the product provides “coloured hair with lasting vibrancy.”

We say: Our tester, a brunette with highlights, was pleased with the performance of this conditioner. It boasts a nice scent and a light-purple hue, meaning it won’t dye your shower purple. (Bonus!) Used in tandem with a purple shampoo to help banish brassiness better, it left hair feeling soft, smooth and subtly brightened. $16.99 | Shoppers Drug Mart; beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca

PANTENE HAIR THICKNESS MULTIPLIER

LEAVE IN TREATMENT WITH BAMBOO

They say: A hair-thickening leave-in treatment that harnesses the power of bamboo extract from China’s Fujian Province to help fortify and thicken strands. The “nutrient infused thickening treatment” helps strengthen hair against breakage.

We say: Our tester applied this to her curly hair and massaged it in with her fingertips. The leave-in product has a fresh scent and a lightweight consistency. The product dried quickly and left hair feeling free of any residue. While there was no immediate “thickening” effect, our tester says she’ll continue to use it.

$8.99 | Mass retailers