UNTOUCHED?

 

If you are like myself and have a beauty subscription box, I'm sure you have some of the samples still around and untouched. I often find one or two items in the box that stick out to me and would want to use straight away however, I always put the rest of the products aside to try use a later time. Do I remember that the products put aside are there after a few days? No!

As some of you know, that's if you follow me on any of the social networks... that I went away for a long weekend for my birthday and anniversary with my partner. Instead of buying travel size products to take away with me, I brought the untouched samples from Birchbox with me. It was extremely convenient and saved me a few pounds.

 My favourites out of the bunch are:

Beauty Protector Leave-in Conditioner

Montibello Gold Oil Essence

Molton Brown Ylang-Yang Body Wash

Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Cleansing Pads

When I was living in San Diego CA, I had discovered these exfoliating and foaming cleansing pads through my cousin. Before I had the Clarisonic, this was the best exfoliator at the time. It still is a great cleanser and exfoliator if you cannot get your hands on a Clarisonic. On one side of the pad is soft and on the other is textured with bumps that softly exfoliate your face.

I did not want to take my Clarisonic with me for the long weekend getaway just in case there was a slight chance that I would leave it behind. The only negative thing that I can say about these pads is the packaging. It comes it quite a large tub and can take quite a bit of room in your bag. Other than that, it is a great product!

If you would like a detailed review on any these products, pop me an email and I would be glad to

xoxo

SALON-GRADE, CUSTOM MADE... IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME

eSalon claims to provide completely personalised hair colour for home use. Each colour is custom blended for each person, just like in a salon. eSalon uses a patent-pending technology which enables distinct customisation on a large scale. They mention that their products are made of high-quality, nutrient-rich ingredients that leave your hair soft, shiny, and provide complete grey coverage. 

If this is all true, then heck yeah I would give their products a go especially if it saves me money in the long run.  

eSalon takes each customer through a survey that considers your natural hair colour, any grey hair, skin tone, eye colour etc so that their expert colourists can create your own personalised hair colour. eSalon will then mail it to you for a convenient home application. You will apparently get salon results in the comfort of your home!!!

Dying my hair is often quite tricky for me as I have the darkest brown, almost black natural hair colour. My type of hair struggles to pick up any colour unless I go to a salon that is familiar with my hair. I may consider trying eSalon =)


Readers… let me know via email or comment below if you have tried out this service/product and what are your thoughts xoxo

BEAUTY HAUL

Here are some products that I have repurchased and some that I haven't yet tried.

• DOVE LEAVE IN TREATMENT: From my previous post I have decided to get my hands on this product yet again! Loving this stuff!
• GOODY OUCHLESS HAIR TIES: Great for your hair as is does not have the metal fastening on the band which prevents breakage to your hair.
• TRESEMME CERAMIC VENT BRUSH: Excellent to use on damp hair whilst blow drying. Offers maximum heat and a faster drying time.
• BIORE NOSE STRIPS: Do an awesome job for taking out blackheads and whiteheads

OPI NAIL ENVY MATTE

GOODY TEASING COMBS

LOREAL SUPER LINER PERFECT SLIM

MAYBELLINE ERASER EYE

  

LEAVE-IN HAIR CONDITIONER

 From the weather to our styling tools, our hair takes on a lot! Recently I have been trying to treat my hair with more care as it's taken a toll from exposure from the environment, the sun, dry air, cold air, and of course our hair styling tools. I have naturally coarse thick hair so quite often my hair gets dry easily.

Since I am a working lady and always out early morning I find it hard to take great care for my hair. When in a rush in the mornings I will use a 2in1 shampoo and conditioner, towel dry my hair and spray one of these bad boys. It saves you time from washing your hair twice from the shampoo and conditioner. It will also help seal the strands of your hair before any styling. 

•  Reduces frizz
• Time saver
• Detangles
• Hydrates
• Protects

  I have tested and tried out these three products from Aussie, Dove and VO5. 

All three recommend you to have hair clean damp hair before use and evenly spray the product all over.

Aussie - The bottle is a solid colour so you cannot see how much of the product you have left and the spray nozzle could be improved. The spray comes out in a harsh mist instead of soft. It makes your hair slightly shiny and soft however I suggest you use a brush or comb to smooth the product into your hair as it felt slightly sticky and heavy. The scent is a sweet and soft. £4.99 250ml

Dove - The bottle is clear which allows you to see the amount of product and the spray is a soft light mist which helps an even application. The product leaves a nice shine to your hair and incredibly soft and leaves a fresh scent. £3.59 200ml

 VO5 - The bottle is slightly opaque which still allows you to see the amount of product left and the spray is also a soft light mist. The product itself leaves your hair smooth and soft leaving your hair with a sweet fresh scent. £4.39 150ml