SKIN STREAMING: THE SIMPLE SKINCARE ROUTINE FOR WOMEN OVER 40
If you’ve been following beauty trends lately, you might have come across the term “skin streaming.” But what exactly does it mean, and why is it becoming such a buzzword?
About Us
Meet Maria - A green beauty expert in Toronto
Skincare has become incredibly complicated – but it doesn’t have to be.
Despite what the multi-billion dollar cosmetics industry would like you to believe, it’s absolutely possible to look and feel great using local products made of simple and natural ingredients – and Maria is here to show you the way. She does this through makeup consultations, lessons and application in Toronto (and beyond); an online shop where you’ll find a curated selection of her favourite makeup and self-care products; and speaking engagements across Canada.
MARIA'S STORY
Maria Velve is a makeup artist and college professor by trade—an unexpected pairing that has led to a uniquely rich and fulfilling career. From teaching English in Korea to designing intricate costume makeup for film productions and managing a bustling luxury spa in downtown Toronto, Maria’s journey has been anything but ordinary.
While she found joy and purpose in both the classroom and the makeup chair, something always felt unfinished—until she discovered her true calling: empowering women over 40 to feel confident, radiant, and seen through simplified, age-inclusive beauty.
Today, Maria combines her artistic skill, teaching expertise, and deep empathy to help women embrace who they are—right now—through personalized makeup services, skincare guidance, and pro-aging beauty rituals. She’s not just redefining beauty for women over 40—she’s helping them reclaim it.
When she's not working with women or researching beauty products, you'll find Maria spending time with my husband and two sons. She also loves yoga, spending time in nature, and travel.
Green Beauty
Education
Toxic ingredients to avoid in cosmetics.
Blog Posts
SKINCARE PRODUCTS TO SWITCH TO FOR FALL
Fall is a time of change. Along with the beautiful colours of the leaves and rotating our closets, cooler weather skincare products are a-must. It’s time to replace our gel...
HOW TO DOUBLE CLEANSE FOR HEALTHY, GLOWING SKIN AFTER 40
If you've been scrolling through Instagram or TikTok lately, you’ve no doubt seen double cleansing make its mark—this two-step method is trending in skincare with good reason. The technique involves...
HOW TO PROTECT AND REPAIR YOUR SKIN BARRIER IN SUMMER: Clean Beauty Tips for Healthy, Hydrated Skin
As the heat ramps up and our days get sunnier, our skin faces a whole new set of challenges. Between UV exposure, sweat, chlorine, and saltwater, even the most resilient...
YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CHOOSING A MINERAL SUNSCREEN
With warmer days finally here and people heading out on vacation, it's especially important that you are wearing sunscreen everyday. However, nobody wants to wear sunscreen that they don’t like...
HOW TO SHOP FOR A CLEAN PERFUME
Did you know that the gifting of perfume goes back to ancient times? In Ancient Rome, perfume was viewed as a symbol of wealth and power. Therefore, giving perfume as...
HOW MENOPAUSE AFFECTS THE SKIN
How Menopause affects the skin can vary from woman to woman. Hormonal fluctuations can manifest on the skin in a variety of ways such as acne, severe dryness, sensitivity and...
3 CLEAN BEAUTY DEVICES FOR THE PERFECT HOLIDAY BEAUTY GIFT
While luxurious skincare sets and popular makeup palettes are always thoughtful, there’s something truly special about advanced self-care essentials. These innovative devices allow...
Video Tutorials
NON- TOXIC GEL POLISH | MANUCURIST MANICURE AT HOME
How do you feel about non toxic gel polish experience at home? Too good to be true? It isn't! I stumbled across Manucurist, and I'm glad I did. A non-toxic...
3 GREEN PACKAGING SWAPS FOR YOUR BATHROOM
As the green beauty industry has gotten more noisy, there's a big focus on clean ingredients and beautiful packaging in order to stand out. But what about packaging? What ABOUT...
GENTLE SOLUTIONS FOR PROBLEM SKIN
If you suffer for acne-prone, blemished, irritated skin, the solutions that you are often offered from medical professionals are often too harsh. In this video, I offer you gentle skincare and...
MAKEUP TUTORIAL FOR MATURE SKIN
The topic of mature skin makeup has been a popular topic of discussion on my Facebook business page, so it was time to redo and post on here as well. ...
HOW TO USE OIL AND WATER SERUM, CORRECTLY!
If you're not using oil or water serums in your skincare regime, it's never late to start! Serums deliver concentrated doses of ingredients to tackle a variety of skin concerns...
5 SIMPLE STEPS TO A CLEANER MAKEUP DRAWER
When was the last time you cleaned out your makeup and skin care products? With the arrival of spring we all think about cleaning "stuff out" around the house, so...
