Beauty Rehab

Hi there lovelies!

I've been working hard for these Beauty Rehab posts of late, and have been successfully powering through my stash. I've still got a long way to go but using up moisturisers is my biggest mission as i seem to have thhe worlds biggest collection.

If you're looking to use up your stash as quickly as possible I would recommend you start with all of your half used products followed by sample sizes. After that, start attacking your biggest items as I'm assuming that space is the number one reason for using items up. I'd probably suggest you avoid using Soap and Glory products as they're always so big and last forever, testament to their value but not ideal for using up!

Weleda Skin Food - Actually really liked this, too greasy for day wear but a gorgeous smell and a thick cream for hydration, Would consider buying it.

Indeed Labs Pepta Bright - Not sure if this works or not, I did enjoy it and the effects initially but I was rubbish at continuous use so I can't comment on the entire tube. Wouldn't repurchase as it wasn't the right product for me.

Lancome Hypnose Mascara - loved this but unfortunately after an eye infection this one had to go....I'm extremely fussy with eyes products! Would rebuy but not at full price, the Christmas sets are worth waiting for!

Collection Lasting Perfection concealer - Love love love for the £4 price tag. Have already repurchased!

Re Gen cream - a home bargains bargain, lovely moisturiser but can't say it had any re generation properties.

Body Shop Clementine body butter - loved the smell of this and actually enjoyed using it considering I'm not a body butter fan! Would rebuy in future when I don't have 5 million others to use....

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum foundation - initially loved this but the colour didn't suit me as much after a time. Needed to condense my foundation collection which is taking some time!

JPG MaDame perfume - absolute favourite perfume. Struggled from Christmas to get one for my birthday so am very relieved to have a full bottle again!

Bourjois Nail varnish remover pot - Loved this but it does seem to degrade pretty fast. I'm sure there will be a cheaper version soon but I do like the look of the new toe nail remover they've got!

Ojon Rare Blend Hair Oil - lovely smell, lovely idea but it was a chore to use and I don't like pouring things. wouldn't repurchase again as I'd prefer one with a dispenser.

Botanics Clay Face Mask - technically not finished...I don't get on with this mask any longer and there's not a lot left in the tube anyway. Wouldn't repurchase as I have plenty more!

Cutex nail varnish remover - wouldn't normally include polish remover but I'm intrigued if anyone ever thinks that there's a difference between cheap and expensive brands?? I never notice a difference! Cheap is good with me.

S&G Slimwear - Used to love this and that it was blue, now it feels very cold on my skin! I have another tube of this to use so maybe I'll save it for just before Glasto in the hope it will make me look super svelte!

Aussie 3 Min Miracle - love this conditioner and will buy it forever more! Smells amazing and works a treat for my long and dry hair.

Aussie Mega Shampoo - also loved this, would repurchase both Aussie products but I've already stocked up for the next few months :)

S&G Smoothie Star Body Milk - took me a while to use this but loved it. The smell is so warming and comforting. Cannot go wrong with an S&G product!

Tresemme Salon Finish hair spray - great spray thought the nozzle does get clogged up easily. Good size can of spray for the £5 price tag! Have another in the sidelines.

Mane n Tail conditioner - enjoyed using this and it definitely did help the condition of my hair and length of it too. I'd love to try more products from their range like the leave in treatment.

Murad AHA/BHA exfoliating cleanser - Loved this and it lasted forever, large price tag but was so worth it as this cleanser really works and isn't abrasive at all.

What do you think of my empties? Do you have any favourites in the list?

L xxx

Tresemme Pro Shine Range

Hey

With Christmas just around the corner it means party season is well and truly with us. I don’t know about you but my hair is definitely something I tend to get stuck in a rut with. I either wear it in loose curls or straight and have lately been lacking inspiration.

Earlier in the year I was lucky to meet Anthony from Beauty Seen PR as part of their regional tour and he introduced me to some of the new products Tresemme has bought out in line with X Factor as they are one of the sponsors.

Jamie Stevens is the head hair dresser for X Factor. Little random fact he lived on my estate as a kid and I used to have his sisters clothes. Claim to fame right there haha! Jamie has done some amazing hair on the show and here I’ve got some of his top styles, how to achieve them and what products to use to make them work.

I find styling products is really something I forget to use. Heat protectant is a must for me but that’s usually it. I love that the tresemme range is affordable and designed to help make styles last as there is nothing worse than spending ages on your hair for it to all drop out. These tips show you how best to use them.

Through X Factor there have been some gorgeous hair styles. Some I've tried to recreate myself and some I’ll be trying out soon for Christmas Day and a friend’s birthday. I always think it’s good to get glam on Christmas Day.

The half up half down is one of my favourite styles to do to make normal curly hair look a bit different. I love how you can add hair accessories easily to make it festive and think the volume to the crown adds glamour! This is a style that easily works well with both long and short hair. I love the full fringe Tamera has here and the messy distressed curls! This would be perfect for nights out or Christmas day hair and would look gorgeous with a sparkly clip at the back. It’s a simple one that anyone can recreate. I really want to pick up the liquid texture mist to try as I think this style works when messy and my hair can be a bit too neat. This is also a great one to do on day old hair.

I love that Tresemme haven’t gone with anything too much when linking the packaging to the X Factor and have kept it true to their packaging.

 

I love big hair, the bigger the better for me. I love how Tamera’s hair has been done here and the big brushed out curls look amazing! Tips like Jamie’s to let you know the product will make your hair feel stiff but this is what you want is really helpful as if I hadn't read this and used a product that made my hair go stiff I’d be tempted to wash it again. Once my hair is back blonde and matching my extensions this is a style I’ll be trying.

I've recently been testing the illuminating shine oil spritz from the range. Shine spray was never a product I used. Who doesn't want shiny healthy looking hair but for me I was too worried it would look greasy and it just wasn't a product I thought to buy.

I’I'm so glad I’I've been able to try it though as it really is good. I spray it on the bottom two thirds of my hair and has been really helping my hair look shinier. Lately my hair has been dyed a lot and is subsequently lacking lustre. The shine spray has really helped this and hasn't made my hair greasy.

I love how affordable the range is and can’t wait to pick up the liquid texture mist and the shine ultimate volume whip.

Have you seen or tried the new range of tresemme products? Will you be picking any up for the festive period? The range is limited edition avavailable exclusively in tesco until march.  I’ll be stocking up on the oil spritz.

Love M

xxx

Review: Tresemme Liquid Gold

It's ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonly blooming Friday!!!

Thank the lord! Even though I've had a day off this week and consequently have to work on Saturday I am so glad it's Friday. It means that my day in work on the weekend will be quiet and I can just chill out and do nothing as I have made no plans for Sunday apart from gym and EAT. Woop!

As you'll know hair oils are pretty big news, and I was excited when Tresemme brought out their addition to the mix, Liquid Gold.

It contains Argan Oil and comes in a really easy to use pump as shown above, and comes with a lid. This is VERY important so it doesn't spill everywhere as I can imagine this would be an absolute NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHTMARE to clean up.

That being said, I managed to 'lose' mine in my overnight bag for such a long time I thought I'd lost it.

After much rummaging and confusion however I found it had fallen through the lining and was actually in said bag the entire time, hurrah!

So I quickly started using this again over the past few weeks whilst I was still on the spending ban.

If you've read any of my posts on that ban you'll see that I have spectacularly broken my ban after a trip to the Cosmetics Company Outlet (CCO) and now I'm just trying to be really good....

So, back to the oil.

Having used the Macadamia Oil hair mask and fallen in love with it, promising myself that I would buy a tub of it as soon as the ban was over I used this oil without much hope.

So I am quite happy to admit that I have been proved wrong and my expectations of this were exceeded.

Not only is it really easy to use and control how much comes out, it sinks into your hair really well and so far I haven't experienced any oily residues after using it on wet hair before I dry it nor on dry hair to tame those pesky frizzy bits.

Now I must admit I am lucky in the hair department due to having relatively straight hair with a bit of a wave in (think Kate Middleton...probably on a bad hair day) so I don't really need much in the way of taming the frizz but as for helping my coloured hair stay in good condition it has helped quite a bit.

So not only does this get a thumbs up from me it has so far stopped me from purchasing the considerably more expensive Macadamia oil......this actually only costs £4.99 at Boots right now!

This is an absolute bargain, and after checking the most recent prices I have spotted some other things from Tresemme I'd love to get my hands on.

Has anyone tried the Keratin Smooth Deep Treatment Masque? It sounds pretty good to me!

What do you think of Tresemme? Have you found cheaper high street products to be as good as more expensive boutique and designer ones?

L xxx

August Wishlist

Hey all

Seriously where is this year going. I think it's speeding by. I can't believe it's already August today. Under 8 weeks till my holiday so I'm starting to think of holiday accessories I want.

I ended up with a different eBay dress for my birthday night out. Me and L were so busy catching up we didn't take photos, but I'm back selling the dress on eBay. I tend to wear them once and re sell. It's a great way to wear lots of new things. Here's the dress I went for. I also picked up some more St Tropez lotion in Debenhams and by using my beauty points and picking it up during their VAT sale I got it for £6 bargain.

I finally got the foundation mentioned back in my March Wishlist. It's amazing, I love it. Review coming soon. And my boyfriend got me a purse. I mentioned I wanted these in April so they didn't have the ones I liked any more. Instead I now have a lovely Red quilted one. Found here, photo doesn't do it justice.

So this months

Accessories

I was lucky enough to get a River Island voucher for my birthday so I'm going to put it towards a new bag after I ripped mine the other day :(

These are my top four picks. All currently found on  riverisland.com

Clothes

Coloured skinny jeans are still on the list. Ideally coral and in a 34 inch leg if anyone can suggest any. I'm also after another Maxi dress. I love them and they are so comfy for holiday.

I love how plain and simple this eBay one is and it's only £9.89

image from seller seller found here. I got a lovely maxi skirt from this seller for £3.49

Make Up

I'm loving my Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains so much I want more. I'm currently eyeing up Darling and Honey and will definitely pick these up when I go to America

Hair

I really need a new hair oil as I'm starting to run low and have heard some really good things about the Tresemme Liquid Gold Argan Oil Infused Perfecting Hair Treatment. Tresemme is a brand I tried when it was first released but it didn't agree with my hair then so I can't wait to see how this oil works and I'm hoping it'll be a cheaper alternative to my Lee Stafford Moroccan oil one. Plus it's only £6.99 in Boots.

Image from google images

Shoes

I really want some new flip flops ready for holiday. I got some very comfy French Connection ones in the Kurt Geiger sale last year. After browsing the sale the other day there our now a lot of shoes in my mental wishlist.

They have a great sale. All of these are under £20

So that's all I'd love this month. I'm sure most will stay a wishlist item. What's on yours? Any recommendations for me?

Love M

xxx