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ESSIE EXPRESSIE QUICK DRY NAIL COLOUR

They say: A new lineup of quick-dry nail polishes — a first for the popular polish brand Essie — that promises to provide single-coat colour that dries in one minute. We say: We’re partial to the idea of a nail polish that dries quickly. After all, who has the time to sit around while their fingernail colour sets? These polishes are available in a plethora of shades — even a chocolatey dark brown and a chic terracotta-inspired red that immediately caught our tester’s eyes — and provide a full swath of colour with one sweep. True to their claim, they do dry fast.

$9.99 | Mass retailers

ALTILISBEAUTY INFLORESSENCE FACIAL CLEANSER

They say: From the Toronto-based natural beauty company, this facial cleanser uses “purifying plant extracts” including breadfruit flowers, soapwort extract and gotu kola to gently cleanse and exfoliate skin, while maintaining natural moisture and acidity levels. Fragrance free and cruelty free.

We say: This gentle cleanser removes the day’s dirt, grime and makeup but doesn’t leave skin feeling stripped. Our tester was pleased by how it worked to remove stubborn mascara, but wasn’t harsh on her sensitive skin.

$32.99 | Altilisbeauty.com

JOICO HYDRASPLASH COLLECTION

They say: A new hair care collection that promises to provide 24hour hydration without weighing hair down. Suitable for fine-to-medium dry, brittle hair. The collection includes a hydrating shampoo, conditioner, Gelée Masque and Leave-in product. We say: Our tester tried the new shampoo and conditioner from this collection on her colour-treated hair. A little of the products go a long way, coating hair thoroughly with a quarter-sized dollop of each. The shampoo left hair feeling clean and soft, and the conditioner provided a dose of moisture that didn’t feel waxy or too slick. $17.50-$21.50 |

Select salons; joico.com