There’s a very cinematic true story behind episode 7 of Beauty on the Street. It goes like this: we spied Maddy and her oh ➰so ➰perfect ➰ coils in the midst of filming with other strangers-turned-new-found friends. We thought we had lost her to the crowds of the Mink Mile, never to be seen again 😢… when lo and behold she emerged before us, AND with a Sephora bag in hand. So, obvi, we were meant to meet and we’re so glad we did! Press play to find out this adorable Ottawa-native’s budget-friendly curly hair hacks, the eye-opening hair care product she can’t live without and her dupe for a pricey face cream that’s pennies per use.

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Three finds inspired by our new bestie.

Budget-friendly beauty hack incoming! When your conditioner is this intensely moisturizing, yes, you can use it a hydrating pre-styler. With a texture that tends to soak up product like a sponge, anyone with curls will appreciate the long life span of this hefty bottle at a can’t-be-beat price.

TRESemmé Ultimate Hydration Conditioner, $5

Not naturally blessed with mile-long, inky lashes, like our friend here? Neither were we! And that’s ok, because after a couple swipes of this volumizing mascara no one will be the wiser. The deeply pigmented, thickening effect is paired with a nourishing blend that keeps eyelashes supple, never brittle, and also free from smudging.

Laura Mercier Caviar Volume Panoramic Mascara, $32

Most curly haired queens swear by a leave-in conditioner, but this here is Maddie’s Ride or Die: a gel! 🤯🤯🤯 The styler, formulated sans sulfates, parabens and silicone, obviously delivers on its promise of strong hold and – this part is vital – zero crunch. Thanks, Maddie, for opening our eyes to this option!

DevaCurl Light Defining Gel, $32