Wellness Journal

Summer Dream Team: Why You Need To Pair Vitamin C With SPF
When you think of the perfect summer, you may imagine an escape to a tropical paradise; sitting on a white sand beach with a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) in hand, watching the waves roll in while the warm sun beams...
Oak & Tonic Organics: Discover Nature's Elixir for Your Skin
Hey there, skincare enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to introduce you to the latest addition to the world of natural beauty – Oak & Tonic Organics. 🍃✨ If you're seeking a radiant complexion while embracing the power of nature, you're in for...
Mushrooms: The Best Adaptogen Ingredient For Skin Care
Say hello to the “it” ingredient for health, wellness and beauty: mushrooms. These adaptogenic ingredients have been used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years and are making the rounds as skin care superstars. Celebrated for their ability...
What Are AHAs, PHAs And BHAs?
Just like us, you probably have a deep appreciation for acids due to their power to resurface and enhance the skin's natural glow. Exfoliating acids, such as AHAs and BHAs, have been a staple for those seeking to rejuvenate their...
8 Skincare Do's And Dont's
Skincare is an essential aspect of our lives, and with so many different products and techniques available, it's easy to get lost in a sea of options. That’s why we made this from asking our guests and to provide us with eight skincare...
Gifting Natural Botanical Fragrance's for Valentines Day
Valentine's Day is a day to show your loved ones just how much they mean to you. If you're looking for a unique and special gift, why not consider gifting a natural fragrance this year? Natural fragrances are not only...
Are You Stressed Out? Your Skin Can Show It
Our bodies are always speaking to us, we just have to listen. Did you know that your skin can show internal stress, externally?
Kombucha Skin Care For Luminous Skin
If you’re noticing breakouts, dry patches, dull skin or redness, your skin microbiome could be to blame. After all, a microbiome that's out of balance compromises the skin barrier which, in turn, results in a struggling complexion. So, what exactly...
How to Stop Worrying About Skin Hyperpigmentation
What Is Hyperpigmentation? Everyone is talking about it, but what is hyperpigmentation? The National Cancer Institute defines hyperpigmentation as a harmless condition where spots or patches are darker than your overall complexion. Hyperpigmentation comes in many shapes and sizes, often...
Eminence Organic Skincare
Now officially available at Oak+Tonic! This company has been around since 1958 and has been one of the trail blazers in the natural beauty sector! Hailing from the beautiful country of Hungary, their farm specializes in sustainable and organic farming...
Featured on Ellen's Winter BE KIND Box
EXPERIENCE OUR MOST HYDRATING BATH SOAK YET.  Creamy coconut milk, coconut Co2, and luscious oat milk create the base for this soak while light aromas of pure organic Madagascar bourbon vanilla envelop you. Size: 250g (approx 3-6 baths) Hints of:...
OAK + TONIC | Healthy Body + Mind
We wanted to circle back around to why we started Oak+Tonic in the first place... With a healthy lifestyle in mind, and a focus on 100% Canadian made brands...we are not just a store with a selection of beauty brands, but rather a lifestyle! That lifestyle entails a healthy...
No bunny compares to you!
I am sure that many of us have begun what we call spring cleaning and getting ready for the sunnier months ahead! We love spring cleaning so much, it is an opportunity to reorganize and declutter. Our houses require cleaning,...
Southcentre Mall HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
A Gift For Every Type Southcentre’s guide to your holiday shopping makes it easy to find the perfect gift at the perfect price – for every type on your list.   Check out what they hand picked from our lovely...
Fall For Om Organics
It is that time of year...the transition of Summer to Fall after that glorious full harvest moon! But with that switch comes cooler and crisper weather... a need for more moisture and protection from the dry days are ahead! Om Organics from...
A Hairstylists Take on Graydon's Matcha Mint Shampoo
We as a society are consistently bombarded with slogans and ads saying buy this, buy that...this will change your life and so on! When you look at the hair industry in a nutshell...it is an absolute super-plex of products from...
TEDxYYC & Oak+Tonic #ideasworthspreading
Calgarians will gather and Intersect at TEDxYYC 2017 on June 23 at Arts Commons. We will navigate the fleeting and enduring moments where people meet, ideas converge, creativity flows, conversations spark and curiosity awakens.A beacon of Calgary’s cultural landscape, this highly-anticipated event will...
MindBody Inc. Interview with Wil Lakatos
We are so excited to have an amazing shoutout to our founder Wil Lakatos who was interviewed with MINDBODY Inc.    Check it out in the link Below :)   <3 Oak+Tonic Team    
#DiMorelliForTheWin
Take a look at Di Morelli Crew in action showcasing the whole skincare line to the dapper and savy men of Vancouver at the Gentleman's Evening hosted by men’s customer clothier Haberdasher and Co at the classy Donnelly Executive Suite in...
The Big Lie About Moisturizers
**Had to share this Blog from our friends at Di Morelli Skincare!** Can you believe it’s almost November already? Might as well embrace it! As the weather changes, you may notice your skin feeling tight after washing and drier in...