Besides answering the fans’question through a Twitter chat last Tuesday at the launch of Kiehl’s new facial product [photos here], David, Jeff and Sebastien gave a couple interviews to the media about their recent collaboration with the cosmetic brand and its ties to the Simple Plan Foundation. The first one posted online comes from the LouLou magazine and you can check it out below:
Can you tell us a little bit about the Simple Plan Foundation and what it means to you guys?
Jeff: Well, the foundation started out with us hearing from fans (through letters or talking to them backstage) about the problems they were faced with. We felt helpless that we couldn’t really do anything about these problems. We were doing other foundation work at the time, but the money in some instances did not go directly to the causes we were supporting. Basically we decided to do it on our own and we put every penny raised into the organization that we’re helping. We try to aim for organizations that aren’t necessarily as visible in the media, or as glamorous. It’s not very sexy to deal with causes that deal with dependency, sexual identity, homelessness…
Seb: There’s 3 ways that Kiehl’s is giving back. First, they’re donating 100% of the Limited Edition Ultra Facial Cream profits to the Foundation. They will also donate $1 for every transaction on September 12-14, 2014. And finally we’re hosting a free acoustic performance in Toronto on September 19th that will be live-streamed. For each view, Kiehl’s is donating $1.
Can you share any fashion or beauty tips of your own?
Jeff: I like the fact that nowadays, it’s all about a little scruff… it prevents me from having to shave everyday! You also need good shoes in life… that’s very important.
Seb: I think you have to do something that works for you. There are a lot of trends going on, and there are people who follow those trends, but sometimes it just doesn’t work. It’s about being confident with your own style.
Can you share with us some of your fave hot spots in Montreal?
Jeff: In the last few years I’ve seen a boom in the restaurant scene and the bar scene… it’s amazing! Mangiafoco is one of my restaurants in Old Montreal, it’s a designer pizzeria. Also Laurea on Laurier, it’s super nice and has a beautiful setting.
David: If you want to have a cool and a little bit more hip setting, go to the bar next to Laurea… you’ll most likely see me there!
Jeff: I’m going to give you the scoop… the best place to eat for lunch in Montreal is called Juicy Dumplings. It’s amazing, one of the best kept secrets in Montreal!