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FACING forward

Canadian Living • EST. 1975 | VOL. 46, NO. 1 | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2021

11 tricks, tips and ideas we love this month

DOUBLE CHEDDAR & CIDER FONDUE • Dive (or should we say dip?) into this rich and creamy fondue that’s perfect for savouring on a cold winter’s night.

fashion & beauty

now trending • The hottest products and latest news from the world of beauty.

Winter woes • Cold weather and at-home heating come together to create major fluctuations in temperature, and that can mean dry skin in no time! Tightness, redness, flaking and itching can be overcome with these simple steps and advice from an expert.

8 ESSENTIALS TESTED & APPROVED

you glow girl! • If you feel like your skin’s been looking lacklustre lately, don't fret. You can get rid of that dull complexion and enjoy radiant skin all winter long!

Bye bye, bacteria! • Hand sanitizers are now a part of our everyday routine, but they can often take a toll on our skin. Here we’ve chosen the best formulas with hydrating benefits, so you can avoid cracked, dry hands this winter.

Viola Davis • From Broadway to big-screen hits and must-watch TV, Viola Davis has become a genuine star commanding every stage. Her latest role as a L’Oréal Paris spokesperson allows the multi-award winning actor (she’s one letter shy of an EGOT), newly minted producer and fearless activist to share her empowering message of self-worth with a whole new audience. In September 2020, we had a chance to celebrate TIFF with Davis (virtually, of course!) through an inspiring talk about the valuable lessons that have shaped her track record of breaking barriers in front of, and behind, the camera.

Into the woods • Envelop yourself in the intoxicating fragrance of a forest of evergreens or the aroma of a campfire’s glowing embers with these wood-scented products that wrap around you like a warm blanket.

snow more! • Tired of flurries on your shoulders? We’ve got the top tips for keeping dandruff at bay this winter.

WINTER, CHILL • Natural earthy tones star in this season’s trendiest attire. And that’s not all—every piece of clothing we feature here is meant to make you feel cozy, comfortable and, of course, stylish.

ONE PAIR OF LEGGINGS 3 LOOKS • Aah, ultimate comfort. Leggings aren’t just the simple stretchy cotton pieces they used to be. These days, you can find the cozy pants in a range of designs and materials that make them look like denim, leather, wool and even skinny slacks, all perfect for dressing up, down or in between.

whip your hair back and forth • These hair perfumes boast beautiful scents that will keep your locks smelling as good as they look!

life & community

Hindsight is 2020 • Five personal financial systems to review for the year ahead.

An accessible future • We spoke with AccessNow founder and CEO Maayan Ziv about the importance of accessibility in our world. Maayan, who uses a wheelchair herself, has changed the way we relate to the built environment in cities and communities around the world. Through her own experience living with muscular dystrophy, her work as a photographer and now as an app developer, she’s truly made her mark.

health & fitness

caliente cayenne • Cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) closely related to bell peppers and jalapeños. One of the oldest domesticated plants, chilies originated in South America and have been cultivated and consumed for more than 8,000 years. Capsicum is now considered a global food, found in nearly every country and adopted as an essential ingredient in many different cultural cuisines. This...