Hair Oils

Ever since the emergence of hair oils from the likes of Moroccan Oil and Macadamia Oil there has been a massive fan base for it. A few pumps of oil rubbed in your hair and every girl can feel like Rapuzel! I've tried both the hair products, I personally preferred the Moroccan Oil, however I wouldn't use them ever again! If anything, I found out that long term use would actually lead to your hair being more damaged from it!


Before I explain why it leads to hair damage here are my initial reviews for both hair oils.

Morroccan Oil 

The first thing I noticed with this hair oil was the smell! It smelt amazing. I have thick long hair and surprisingly 2 pumps was enough for me. It left my hair so silky smooth  and the smell lasted all day! I was amazed by this product and would have definitely purchased it again. I even recommended it to a lot of my friends, that's how impressed I was with the product.

Macadamia Oil

I bought this as a cheaper alternative to Moroccan Oil. The smell is pleasant but I prefer Moroccan Oil's one and to be perfectly honest this done nothing to my hair. I need much more oil, about 4-5 pumps - taking in to account that each pump distributed more oil than Moroccan Oil, and I did not see any difference in my hair at all.  

Sadly, with both hair oils they contain lots of silicones which was what gave my hair the silky smooth texture. Over time, build up of silicones with break down your hair. Comparing the ingredients listed in both hair oils, Moroccan Oil contains the most silicone. After finding out that essentially I was paying a lot of money for silicone I seeked a more natural approach.

And this is where Fushi Organic Argan Oil comes in! I bought mine on Amazon for around £11. And I must say I will definitely be repurchasing this product again! It is what I wanted and found in Moroccan Oil but with actual hair benefits.

Fushi Organic Argan Oil

The first time I used it, was exactly how I would use my previous hair oils - washed damp hair and rub the oils in from mid length to ends. However as I dried my hair, it left it greasy. And greasy hair is not what we want! I then looked up on the amazing internet to find out the correct way of using it, which was to use the argan oil before you wash your hair. Let it soak and do it's magic for around 5-10 minutes, then wash you hair as normal. The results were astounding, it left my hair so soft! Aside the amazing things it would do to your hair, you can use argan oil on your face, body and even food! Although, I don't think I would be trying that out, it just means that the oil is so multi functional and makes it so worth your money!

Have you tried out any other natural hair oils? 

Inside my make up bag

I recently went on a one week trip to Leicester, Birmingham and Nottingham to visit friends. It was such a fun trip and here's what I bought with me... 

I tried to bring as little as possible, also I knew I'd be staying with four other girls. Who like me loves their make up so I could always borrow their stuff too ;)

The make up bag was a freebie from Dior many years ago when my mother bought a few of their make up products. I love the mint colour and the tassle detail. but the best thing about this bag is that you can unzip the bottom bit and it's just the perfect size to store your brushes. I'm not sure if the design is intentional, but it is now my favourite make up bag!

If you read my earlier post, I recently bought the YSL lipstain and lipstick. I think it is safe to say that the YSL Glossy Lipstain is now a firm favourite! It ticks all boxes for me; consistency, colour pay off, minimal fuss and that divine packaging!

So in details of what I bought along: 

Urban Decay Naked Palette

Nars Blush Duo in Orgasm and Angelika

YSL Touche Eclat

YSL Glossy stain in Rose Tempura

YSL Pur Couture lipstick in Rose Dahlia

Topshop Lip and Cheek Stain in Bitten Berry

OCC Lip Tar in Harlot

MAC lipstick in Lovelorn

Rimmel Lipliner in East End Snob

MAC Cremestick Liner in Sublime Culture

 Laura Mercier Brow Definer in Soft

MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack

 Make Up Forever Aqua Cream in Shade 14

Cover girl Lash Blash Volume Mascara

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer

MAC Harmony Blush (used to contour)

Chanel Eyelash Curlers 

A few snaps from my trip :)

What do you guys bring on a week long trip?

Nail Polish Haulin'

I recently stopped by a nail suppliers to get some new summer polishes. Here's what I got...

Clockwise:

OPI - Gargantuan Green Grape

Essie - St Lucia Lilac

Essie - Who is The Boss

China Glaze - Pool Party

China Glaze - Electric Beat

Essie - Tart Deco

I have used all colours already and I just can't choose a favourite! But I must say China Glaze Pool Party is absolutely amazing on toes! I wore it when I went Egypt and the bright neon pink against a tan is just divine! I would high recommend a bright prink neon shade if you're on holiday or have a lovely tan. I'm not sure why, but this shade dries instantly and definitely needs a top coat for a shiny and glossy finish. After wearing Tart Deco, I understand all the rave it gets, it's such a lovely shade! And I would imagine it suiting all skin tones.

I change my nail colour at least twice a week. Do you guys do that?! Or is it just me?

Duty Free Goodies

I recently went to Egypt for a few days and being a devout lipstick lover and YSL admirer I couldn't leave Gatwick Duty Free with at least one product. In fact I got two! I feel quite proud of myself that I refrained from buying everything. My mother had to stop me buying another two lipsticks from Chanel lol. 

Rouge Pur Couture in 17 Rose Dahlia & Rouge Pur Couture Vernis A Levres in 13 Rose Tempura

Isn't YSL packaging just divine?! I have a weakness for gold and YSL's packaging just tick all boxes for me. First off, I want to start off by saying that although I really want to adore the YSL Rouge Volupte lipstick, the consistency of it doesn't win me over. But Rouge Pur Couture, I love Rouge Pur Couture. Although it's my first one, it definitely won't be the last! I've always wanted the YSL Glossy Stain as soon as I heard of it but the price always prolonged my purchase. I'm a big fan of lip stains as they are long wearing and means that if I smooch The Boy then it won't transfer onto him! So it was only practical for me to get the Glossy Stain ;)

These are definitely going to be out on my make up table on display. Just looking at them makes my heart beats faster and brings a smile to my face. 


Being the YSL lover that I am, I couldn't resist including one of my prized possesions...

On a side note, I cannot believe how much the Arty ring has gone up in price since I bought it, which is about nearly 2 years ago! What an investment! Who needs stocks and shares when you can invest in an Arty ring ;) 


And here's a snippet of me basking in the sun in Egypt! 

I miss it already!

Is there any YSL products you love?

Inside my travel toiletries bag

I'm going Egypt this Sunday and thought I share with you what I'll be taking with me. I'm so excited for the long weekend break - although kind of gutted that I will be missing out on the Queen's Jubilee.

I'm quite surprised and pleased with myself that, that's all the make up I'm taking. Mascara, eyelash curlers, Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream and a few lipstains. I got three different types of sumblock going on: face, body and lips! Am I the only one who find baby wipes an essential for the summer? I always have a pack in my bag on hotter days so I can cool myself down it them and de-ick myself from that sticky 'I NEED A SHOWER' moment.

Don't you love my toiletries bag? I love this because it's clear and easy to clean. and obviously because it's Hello Kitty! haha

And of course an easy summer read is essential! I've read The (im)perfect girlfriend from Lucy-Ann Holmes before and really enjoyed it. So hopefully this would be the same too!

Summer reading and tanning is just one of my favourite things to do on holiday. Make sure to slather the sunblock! Or in my case sunblock(s) haha. You don't wanna come back a lobster now do you? ;D

Are you going on holiday this summer or celebrating the Queen's Jubilee?

Burt's Bees Grab Bag

Hello! I thought I start off my first post with one of my recent purchases. After reading Essie's blog mentioning an absolute bargain on Burt's Bee product. I found myself on their website and purchasing the Grab Bag before common sense kicked in.

The goodies inside are worth around £55 but I only paid £20. BARGAIN! 
I've never tried any of Burt's Bee products before and I thought this would be a great introductory for me.

Here's what I got inside my bag...

To be quite frank, receiving my order and seeing what products I got was more exciting than the products itself. The bag was quite disappointing...4 of the same exfoliating body wash (x2 full sized & x2 travel sized), 2 body lotions and 2 lip shimmers and 2 lip balm. Keyword here is duplicates! 

Goodies inside the tin

I will definitely be taking the travel sized body wash, and Lifeguard Choice Lip balm with me when I go Egypt next week (yeey!). However I dunno what to do with the body lotions, it contains shimmer. something I quite dislike unless it's eyeshadow. 

Although, this grab bag was a bit of a let down for me. I did find a star product.

Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream

This cuticle cream is awesome. I leave this by my desk and use it every so often leaving my cuticles all cute and soft. The scent is very similar to Lush Lemony Flutter Cuticle Cream but the consistency is more balmy. Although I have been a major fan of the Lush's one I find this one to be better. 

The grab bag is still on offer if you would like to try it out. 

Did anyone else buy the grab bag? What did you get?