Our beauty editor’s spring product picks

Zesty shower gel

St. Ives Even & Bright body wash in Pink Lemon & Mandarin Orange has a nat­ural exfoliant and an energizing scent – perfect for a morning boost. And it’s quite the bargain, too. ($7, 709 mL)

Foaming fash wash

Skin-purifying salicylic acid is a key ingredient in L’Oréal Paris Sublime Fresh Purifying Foaming Cleanser for normal to combination skin. ($12, 150 mL)

Repair your hair

Pantene Pro-V Weekly Rehab Crème, which contains antioxidants and mosa mint oil, is designed for colour-treated hair. It promises brilliant shine and lasting smoothness. Bring it on! ($8, 58 mL)

One-step coverage

Benefit “Bigger Than BB” Big Easy is a liquid-to-powder formula that balances moisture and controls shine. It comes in six shades, and contains broad-spectrum SPF 35. ($46, 35 mL)

Brighten your eyes

For big lashes, try a two-step: One end of CoverGirl Bombshell Volume by Lashblast Mascara provides volume; the other seals in dark, lush colour. Shown in Black/Brown. ($12, 20 mL)

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