Secrets of a Beauty Insider: Joyce Poon
If you live in Vancouver, you may be familiar with Noir Lash Lounge. In just one short year Noir has secured its place as one of Vancouver’s premier go-to beauty spots by offering those that are…well, lash-challenged a semi-permanent alternative to falsies. I’ve even heard of a couple of celebrities checking out Noir while filming in Vancouver. Noir is the brainchild of Joyce Poon, a long time beauty enthusiast and brilliant business woman. This pint-sized entrepreneur is always meticulously put-together, so much so that I want to know what her secrets are (other than lashes, of course). I also managed to snag one of her engagement photos just to show you how flawless Joyce really is (and, may I add, her now-husband is quite a catch too).
Photographed by Hong PhotographyKate Beckinsale – she is so naturally flawless and pulled together.
I have a “morning” cleanser (skoah Gel Kleanser), and I use Shiseido Men Cleansing Foam for night – it does a great job of lightly exfoliating and taking makeup off. It’s quite similar to their Deep Cleansing Foam which I used to use, but well… this was lying around! I also have different day and night creams, but both are Philosophy’s Hope in A Jar – one with SPF the other, without. For long days, I’ll add a primer (Smashbox Photofinish Foundation Primer Light) under my makeup.
Shiseido Men Cleansing Foam ($21 CAD at the Bay)
Everyone’s definition of an “emergency” is different. Let’s just say when it’s time for an “intervention” I get a facial to unclog the pores and get a “fresh start”. For a REAL skin emergency, I’m off to my dermatologist. Improper self-treatment may lead to permanent scarring, so I’d rather leave it to the professionals, either my esthetician or dermatologist.
1. Bare Minerals – never went back to liquid foundation ever again;
NARS Eyeshadow Duo in Pandora’s Box ($38 CAD at Sephora) 
Benefit boi-ing ($26 CAD at Sephora)4. NARS Blush in Orgasm – nothing has replicated this glow. It’s been a staple in my makeup for over 5 years now;
NARS Blush in ‘Orgasm” ($29 CAD at Sephora)
5. Smith’s Lip Balm in Minted Rose – I buy these in multiples and stash them all over the place. I especially like the minty kick it’s got!
Smith’s Lip Balm in Minted Rose ($8 CAD at BeautyMark)
HAIRCARE
Love Bumble & Bumble Styling Crème.
Sturdy fine-tooth comb for backcombing when your hair needs that little bit of oomph.
SIGNATURE SCENT
Escada Moon Sparkle for now, but I’ll be switching it up to another Escada tropical scent.
Escada Moon SparkleFAVOURITE NAIL POLISH
Essie – I love how smooth it applies and they really do have the PERFECT sheer pink for the perfect French mani.
BIGGEST BEAUTY SPLURGE
La Mer products – yes, once upon a time I faithfully used the crème. On the upside, they really will last you FOREVER and the gift sets are great. (See, I’m still justifying.)
Lash extensions – but it’s no secret. I really do wear less makeup with them on and some days, if I’m in a rush, I’ll do without makeup completely and know that I’ll still look presentable.
Oversized, spiky falsies paired with overplucked drawn in “surprised” eyebrows.
Oversized, spiky falsies paired with overplucked drawn in “surprised” eyebrows PLUS the three shades of blond hair.
Can I bring one of the girls at Noir to do my lashes? No, seriously….
Thank you Joyce for your amazing picks!
Visit Joyce at www.noirlashlounge.com.