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Phil Smith - Hello Moisture - Shampoo & Conditioner*

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Umberto Giannini - Frizzi Range - Styling Spray*

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Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous - The Styling Range*

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Richard Ward - The Chelsea Collection Review*

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*NEW* Feature Friday - Rockalily Cuts 30th of August

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Beautiful Locks With Biorganics Hair Therapy*

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Poptastic! Fun and Fashionable With Popband!*

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Wednesday, 10 June 2015

Phil Smith - Hello Moisture - Shampoo & Conditioner*


Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous - Hello Moisture:- Shampoo & Conditioner
Thoughts and Review

Phil Smith Hello Moisture Shampoo (350ml) - £3.50*
Phil Smith Hello Moisture Conditioner (250ml) - £3.50*

Hey sweeties! I hope your week has been going well, and with that I'm getting back on the blogging wagon and going to bring to you new posts! 
Today's post is another Phil Smith duo, the wonderful Hello Moisture shampoo and conditioner nourishing repair set. This set is aimed for hair types such as dry and damaged to re-new the moisture and health back into it. 
These products can be purchased from your local Sainsburys store or on the online website at an affordable price for salon quality products.

All comments and opinions are 100% my own and I've not been paid to say them.
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Phil Smith - Hello Moisture Shampoo*
  • I love the packaging of the Phil Smith products in general and this one didn't fail to amaze me. It's eye-catching and the wording fits nicely with the colour scheme. 
  • All information is there on the packaging including directions of use and the key properties of the product and how it shall help the hair's condition.
  • The product has a flip open top to deposit the shampoo from, but can also be unscrewed for an easier pour.
  • The shampoo has a clean and fresh scent to it, but it doesn't last very long on the hair itself.
  • I use the shampoo twice when I wash my hair, on the second application it lathers a lot nicer and I can feel it's effect; due to suffering with dry hair, the more I've used the product the better I've seen the results.
  • The only thing is that I wouldn't overuse this product, only in a serious need of treatment for my hair is when I would use the combination together for intensive deep moisture.
Check out your local Sainsburys isle for the Phil Smith Hello Moisture Range

Phil Smith - Hello Moisture Conditioner*

  • The font and wording has been clearly displayed on the packaging; stating the directions of use and its abilities to help banish dryness.
  • The bottle is handy due to it being a squeeze bottle and has a flip top for easy opening and application.
  • The scent of the conditioner is practically the same as the shampoo, a clean and fresh fragrance and I can mildly smell the Shea Butter which is part of its ingredients, it's subtle but doesn't last very long when the hair is dried.
  • The formula is quite rich, I only applied a small amount to my palm and then worked it into my hair after using the shampoo; For a more intensive treatment I left the conditioner on for much longer as I suffer with heat damaged hair from time to time.
  • When I washed out the product I felt how glossy and sleek it was to the touch and a difference that it made from root to tip.
  • I'd recommend to use this product for dry/frizzy hair and do an intensive treatment at least once a week to give it that boost it needs.
Check out your local Sainsburys isle for the Phil Smith Hello Moisture Range


If you'd like to keep up with all Phil Smith news and products feel free to check out their website or follow @philsmithhair on Twitter.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on the Phil Smith products and ranges and if you've tried any out for yourselves by using the comments section below!

  
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Sunday, 7 June 2015

Umberto Giannini - Frizzi Range - Styling Spray*



Review of the Umberto Giannini - Frizzi Range
Styling Spray


Umberto Giannini Frizzi Styling Spray (200ml) - £4.00*

Hi there Beauties! Today's post is another styling product which with having much more warmer weather here in the UK, this is something which will come in handy!
I sometimes struggle with having frizzy hair, mainly when I've dried it using a hairdryer and the shorter parts become fluffy and stand up! With the weather also changing from one minute to being rain then hot sunny spells the next, I have been searching for a frizz tackler. 
Here are my thoughts on Umberto Giannini and a product from their Frizzi range!

All comments and opinions are 100% my own and I've not been paid to say them.
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Umberto Giannini Frizzi Styling Spray (200ml)

  • Packaging is sleek and modern with a silver exterior; A professional looking product which is easy to hold and direct when spraying the product.
  • I adore the actual Frizzi font that Umberto have used for their product range, it's very quirky and the sketching of the female image too makes it unique from other packaging.
  • The lid is a simple pull off top which can be pushed back on into place after use.
  • I applied this spray to my towel dried hair, I would spray about 5 pumps from root to tip then with a de-tangler brush, brush it through so the hair is completely smoothed down.
  • The scent of the spray is just like a salon experience but at home! It's fresh and leaves the hair to smell lightly fragrant.
  • I didn't find the spray to be greasy or sticky once sprayed into the hair, I could just feel how smooth it was when brushing it from root to tip!
  • I left the spray to soak into the hair for around 5 minutes, then I styled my hair into shape and blow-dried, I could already see the results as my hair looked healthier and sleeker; which resulted in not having to straighten it as much as before.
  • It's been a complete god-send and I use it every time I was my hair now! I'd advise this product to anyone who suffers with frizzy hair even if it's just a little or from the summer drying out the tips; it's made such a difference.

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To purchase this product Boots currently have an offer! Click Me
Do let me know your thoughts on the Umberto Giannini Frizzi range and if you've tried any of them out do tell me in the comments below!
Have a beautiful week!
  
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Tuesday, 5 May 2015

Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous - The Styling Range*


Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous:- The Styling Range
Thoughts and Review
Phil Smith Big It Up - Volume Boosting Mousse (200ml) - £4.00*
Phil Smith Hold on - Firm Hold Hairspray (250ml) - £4.00*

Hello lovelies! I was pleasantly surprised to hear about the Phil Smith Be Gorgeous range, which is only available in Sainsburys stores. The range consists of many categories which provides the luxury care and style for any hair type at an affordable price.
My hair type is thick but dry and in all honesty I never use styling products once I've straightened my hair, it simply has a life of its own! But to hold shape and body I was more than interested to see how the Phil Smith range would work out. 

Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous - Big it up - Volume Boosting Mousse*
  • The packaging of the product is bold, modern and easy to read. Directions and Ingredients are displayed on the back in a clear format.
  • Product indicates it's best used for fine, flat or fly away hair. Even though my hair is quite thick this mousse helped balance it out evenly to give an overall full shape.
  • The pump itself is very easy to use not at all stiff or causes any difficulty for the mousse to come through. 
  • Phil Smith have also partnered with Cruelty free international to help bring an end to Animal testing for personal care and other consumer products worldwide; which I find a wonderful cause and makes me feel happier to use their products without the worry.
  • I only needed two full pumps of the mousse which I placed into my palm and then onto towel dried hair I worked my fingers through the root to tips smoothing it through and then brushed as usual into my desired style. Once blow-dried I noticed the difference, my hair was glossy, healthy looking, full of body and smelt great!
  • I'd happily use this product whenever I feel that my hair is having a dull day, it simply makes the style fresh and volumized without the effort.
  • The product's scent overall is a fruity and fresh not at all overpowering.
  • The mousse consistency was light and didn't feel sticky on the hands or hair.
Check out your local Sainsburys isle for the Phil Smith Big it up Range!

Phil Smith - Be Gorgeous - Hold on - Firm Holding Hairspray*

  • Along with the same font and style, the Hairspray from the Be Gorgeous range is bold and clear to read. With ingredients and directions printed upon the back including safety symbols, the Phil Smith products cover it all!
  • The product was easy to apply in its spray form, to reduce any fly-aways that may be caused from the spring breeze we've had!
  • The hairspray didn't make the hair feel crisp at all or dry, in fact it looked smooth and shiny and stays true to the Phil Smith word of 'Natural shine and control' 
  • With some hairsprays you can find that the scent is overwhelming but with this product I can confirm that it was light and just like a salon fragrance.
  • After wearing the hairspray for the duration, I noticed that it kept my style in place completely and was then successfully brushed out with no problem.
  • A perfect go to product for any daily style or occasion; I'd also recommend this product for a Festival must have!
Check out your local Sainsburys isle for the Phil Smith Hold On Range!

If you'd like to keep up with all Phil Smith news and products feel free to check out their website or follow @philsmithhair on Twitter.

I hope this has inspired you to try out some of the range! Let me know in the comments below if you do or already have!

   
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    Thursday, 19 September 2013

    Richard Ward - The Chelsea Collection Review*


    Richard Ward
    The Chelsea Collection

    I was very thrilled to hear from Twitter, about a new hair care collection that has been exclusive to all Waitrose stores. Created by the celebrity hairdresser, Richard Ward, the Chelsea collection hit the shelves and I've been very impressed with my own product samples sent out for review.

    All comments and opinions are 100% my own and I've not been paid to say them.

    I've been excited to try out these products of course, seeing as I love to keep my hair maintained and by trial and error, hair products for me is sometimes a struggle when ensuring everything is covered, e.g. dry hair, thick hair, coloured and highlighted maintaining.

    Initial Thoughts
    Richard Ward Keratin Sleek Shampoo

    -£5.99 for 250ml use within 12 months of purchase-

    Upon receiving this product, I instantly noticed the design and style used for this collection. 'Sleek' and sophisticated the range had a complete professional feel which was actually Richard's intention, he wanted this range of his products to bring a professional salon feel to anyone's home. 
    The shampoo contains his key ingredient, Keratin, which helps to create healthy hair by binding and interacting to re-build hair’s natural fibres to give the lustrous look Richard is famous for creating.
    When using the shampoo I was delighted by the subtle yet fragrant scent, also containing Lychee and Strigosa seed I massaged and rinsed doing this twice, feeling how strong my hair became in a matter of moments! The texture of my hair while washing felt smooth and tangle free.

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    Initial Thoughts
    Richard Ward Keratin Sleek Conditioner

    -£5.99 for 250ml use within 12 months of purchase-

    After thoroughly rinsing out the shampoo, I then used the conditioner and applied as directed, massaging from root to tips for 3 minutes. The scent even of the conditioner was beautiful with notes of amber, white jasmine, grapefruit, pear and apple! Using the shampoo and conditioner together personally gives the overall effect of glossier and stronger hair. Since the weather has been pretty up and down here within the UK, My hair has been awful for frizz and de-hydration so this really has been a hair repair!
    After blow drying my hair I noticed how glossy it looked and gave my hair more life and strength.


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    Initial Thoughts
    Richard Ward Keratin Rehab intense rejuvenating treatment

    -£5.99 for 150ml use within 12 months of purchase-

    The keratin rehab is a treatment which I also received to try; Its a conditioning treatment with vitamin and silk protein for intense re-hydration. I used this after washing my hair twice with the sleek shampoo, using a generous amount of this treatment through length to tips. It advices 5 minutes in terms of leaving it on the hair before washing it out, or if your hair is in need of complete deep re-hydration 30 minutes maximum. This should be only used every two weeks for the best results!
    I personally shall not be using this so often with the shampoo too as alone it has better results for my hair, but of course this shall differ with different hair types!


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    Richard says:
    “There’s no substitute for beautiful hair – and nothing creates salon-beautiful hair like expert hair products!”
    To find out more about the Chelsea collection you can find these products and more over on the Waitrose website!
        
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    Friday, 30 August 2013

    *NEW* Feature Friday - Rockalily Cuts 30th of August



    New Feature Friday!
    Featuring Rockalily Cuts

    Happy Friday everyone! I'm so pleased to announce this week's Feature a fun and hip salon, Rockalily Cuts! 
    They are a London based vintage hair salon for both his and hers hairstyling. Alongside selling hair products, they have their amazing Rockalily lipsticks which are animal friendly, enriched with vitamin E, and just as flattering as they ever were! They provide the most memorable experience for vintage and retro styling, and colouring too perfect to reveal your glamorous side out!
    They have been featured on Channel 4, in Geeked Magazine, Suitcase Magazine, and UK Rock N Roll Magazine; And their Rockalily Lipsticks were also featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine, Hello Magazine and Total tattoo Magazine.

    It's been a complete joy to not only feature them but to have an interview with the lovely Ree Ree Rockette herself!

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    Interview with Ree Ree Rockette l Owner of Rockalily Cuts, Blogger and Columnist


    1) What has been your key inspiration to your current career?
    I want to create the life I dream of, and my old career wasn't doing that. I really enjoyed being a teacher, but it just didn't seem to offer the path that I craved deep down. I was ready for a new challenge, and greater control over my day-to-day lifestyle. I hate mornings, and yet I'd ended up in a job that meant very early starts! It just didn't feel right. I wasn't sure what else I would be good at, so I started working part time in a burlesque club, and I meet a bunch of ladies who were so creative and different that it just got my thinking. I eventually found my new path, and launched a lipstick brand and no own a hair salon. I also have a column in a tattoo magazine, run a business networking group and am a blogger. 

    2) What do you enjoy the most about your job?
    I love that I have flexibility to my days. Some days I work on my laptop from a coffee shop, some days I'm at the desk in the salon. I get to meet some really interesting people and get invited to things I otherwise wouldn't. I really enjoy that I can get my work done on my terms - I'm often working at 2am, but then will go for breakfast with a friend the next day. I have a fantastic team of staff, and we're a little family that I feel really proud of.

    3) To date, what has been your 'proudest' moment?
    Gosh so many! Hiring staff was pretty kick arse. Being listed as one of London's best hairdressers by Time Out was one. But even the smaller moments, like being able to go away, and the salon run perfectly without me, or having someone email and say that my blog really helped them/inspired them with something are great too.

    4) Where do you see yourself in the future?
    Who knows!? I see bigger and better things though! I'm very driven to succeed, and I'm nowhere near where I want to be just yet!

    5) What tips/advice would you give to someone who wants to go down the same career path as yourself?
    I believe you need to want it. Not just fancy it a bit, not just feel it would be nice, but really want it. To be willing to immerse yourself in it, to not switch off, and to be willing to just keep going. I live, breathe, sleep and dream about my business. I love it, and it excites me, but it has completely taken over my brain. It's not just a job, it's my life, and I wouldn't have it any other way. I also think you need to surround yourself with positivity  Fill your mind mind with positive thoughts and your company with positive people.

    6) Which would you say is your favourite item off your website at the moment?
    My disco pants have been giving me lots of joy...they're shiny blue; to match my hair ;-) I've also had a lot of fun with comic print!

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    Please go ahead and check out the wonderful Rockalily Cuts and their website, for more information on their prices, opening hours and much more!

    Website - http://www.rockalily.com/
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rockalilylondon
    Twitter - https://twitter.com/reereerockette
    YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/rockalilylipsticks

           
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    Monday, 8 July 2013

    Beautiful Locks With Biorganics Hair Therapy*


    I'm thrilled to bring to you another company which specify in Hair care who doesn't use any harsh chemicals, and are also cruelty free.

    This Company is BiOrganics, their products have started to become very popular within the eco bloggers community and with celebrities such as, Janey Lee Grace (Radio 2 presenter and no 1 personality in the natural beauty yearbook 2013) And (Pollyanna Woodward of the Gadget Show.) I was honoured to have the opportunity to review a selection of their salon secrets hair care products which target dry, damaged and frizzy hair.

    All opinions and comments are 100% my own and here is how I got on with them!

    Products that I'll be reviewing - Salon Secret Replenishing Shampoo, Salon Secret Replenishing Treatment and the Salon Secret Elixir. 

    Salon Secret Replenishing Shampoo

    From my own personal experiences with shampoos that are created to target coloured or damaged hair, haven't left me with the salon perfect results that they promise. I either find them even more dryer than before or it just goes too frizzy. My current hair condition I would say is quite dry, coloured hair and slightly damaged from heat styling. The replenishing shampoo has its purpose of using a blend of natural ingredients that repair, moisture and protect the hair of breakage; Containing the famous Argan Oil and ylang ylang which I've heard great results on giving a glossy and healthy shine. During my hair routine I applied a 50p sized amount in my palm which I worked to cover both of my palms, before applying to my wet hair and massaging to the scalp. The scent of the product isn't over powering, I would say its a fresh fragrance that you can definitely smell the Ylang Ylang within. I washed my hair with this shampoo twice then used a moisturising conditioner from my previous hair routine. I wasn't expecting a massive change from the one use, but I was pleased with the results after I Blow-dried! My hair instantly felt smoother and looked shiny too.
    I've been using this shampoo all the time as my routine and I've really noticed the difference it's already looking healthier and so is the colour it's calmed the tone down and made it natural appearing. 
    I've noticed that using a shampoo that is free from SLS & Parabens it makes a big difference and is much more healthier for your hair; I'd recommend this shampoo to anyone who like me has dry, thick and needs that extra glossy boost!

    http://www.biorganics.co.uk/salon-secrets/salon-secret

    Salon Secret Replenishing Treatment

    As part of this set, there was a replenishing treatment that is an intense deeper treatment for damaged hair; It's been tested to repair and restore including UV protection and reduces colour fading. Ingredients include Vegetable proteins, Argan oil and Sunflower seed extract. My hair has particularly suffered when the weather and heat has been unbearable, causing my hair to dry and weaken; I've used this treatment adding a small amount into my palms before smoothing it through clean and wet hair, Then I left it on between 5-10 Minutes like a hair mask. Rinsing thoroughly and drying my hair again I was speechless from the results, my hair was refreshed and felt incredibly clean. I'd recommend using this at least once a week, not to over do it as the results are pretty quick even from someone with thick hair!

    http://www.biorganics.co.uk/salon-secrets/salon-secret-142

    Salon Secret Elixir

    Lastly is the wonderful Elixir that I was curious in using; mainly due to not applying anything to my hair before I blow dry it at home and also it is the first hair oil I've used. Now this product is what I use every time before I dry my hair, I can't see why I was so worried! As my hair type is thick I used 2 pumps of the oil and rubbed it into my palms before working it on the tips and then the length of the hair, avoiding both the root and scalp. Then I brushed my hair into its style with a comb and blow dried. It helped tackle my issue of frizz when I usually dry my hair, revealing it to look a lot smoother and that also my hair dried quicker with the oil than without! It is a recommended hair oil at an affordable price!

     http://www.biorganics.co.uk/salon-secrets/secretelixir


    BiOrganics website - http://www.biorganics.co.uk/
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/biOrganics
    Twitter - https://twitter.com/biOrganics
    YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/biOrganics

          
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    Wednesday, 22 May 2013

    Poptastic! Fun and Fashionable With Popband!*


    I've got a fabulous product to tell you all about today! Popband is a brand that I came across recently, and as you know my blog is all about reflecting on unique and up coming trends. Popband is making hair-bands fashionable for both the hair and the wrist!


    On receiving these items I'm sure you can see, just how interesting and vibrant the packaging is. Everything was packaged professionally, giving you a clear preview on the Popbands themselves. The key to the Popbands is that when wearing them in your hair it leaves your locks kink-free when removing, and then you can wear them on your wrist and still have them look fashionable whether you wear them solo or stacked!



    I found the concept very interesting and handy! Before I had my hair short for the past 4/5 Years I remember especially when I would go for my regular dance training, I would have really flimsy hair-bands that really would tangle up in the hair or snap for example. Hair-bands really needed some changes in the market, something trendy, durable yet fashionable. Popbands have really thought more about these things and how to roll it all into one! Hair savers indeed!



    This is the first item I received, it's an individual Popband in Just Peachy. It is a powder pink shade which is very pretty and feminine, with a gorgeous added diamonte like charm. I adore this so much, even wearing it on my wrist the material is so soft and stretchy and doesn't feel uncomfortable against the skin. 
    To purchase here is the link - http://thepopband.com/collections/individuals/products/just-peachy-popband-individual


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    Now when seeing this item I couldn't help but become quite excited! This is the twin-pack Popband in Midnight. As you can see just like the Just Peachy Popband, there is a wonderful stretchy hair-band with a diamonte like charm and due to it being black of course it can go with anything! But that's not all.. also included is a headband! In the same material and stretchiness it is perfect to push the hair from off the face and I do this a lot especially when I do my daily facial routine!  
    To purchase here is the link -  http://thepopband.com/collections/twinpack/products/midnight

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    Last but not least these are absolutely adorable! They're the Multipack Popbands in Pop! In a rainbow of colours there are 5 popbands which come in the multipacks. On their website they have a variety of colour packs at a great price of just £6 each! I find that the Popbands really are worth every penny, they're perfect for on the go and for any age too. 
    To purchase here is the link - http://thepopband.com/collections/multipack/products/pop

    I'm pleased to let you know that it is free delivery on all UK orders! They're also putting proceeds to global charities too which is wonderful support on their part!

    http://thepopband.com/

    Do you think you'll be buying any Popbands?
    What are your thoughts on them?
    Let me know in the comments section!

        
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