Hair Wish List

I think every girls beauty desire is to have long, healthy, big hair.

I've been trying my best over the last few years, trying endless volumising treatments, mousses and a lot of backbrushing (while trying to avoid looking like someone from MTV The Valleys!)

There is 100's of products available for us on the market that have golden promises to improve your Rapunzel locks. I've whittled it down to a few that our really catching my eye and trying to get me to spend my pennies!

1. Moroccanoil Treatment 100ml £31.85

Moroccanoil Treatments sprung on the scene a few years ago and I don't think anyone has looked back. I personally use them as a pre blow-dry product , they make my hair feel soft and look glossy (some people use it after they've styled their hair too, have you tried this?) Up until now I've been using cheaper alternatives as this one is expensive to say the least... but after hearing glowing, after glowing reviews of the original I think it's time to give it a go.

2. KMS California AddVolume Styling Foam 300ml £11.50

Anything that is advertised as a Volumising Foam has my attention immediately. I spotted this one on Feel Unique while searching for other KMS products (below). Big bouncy hair you will be mine!

3. KMS California Shampoo 300ml £11.05 Conditioner 250ml £11.50

I think the blogger with the most envied hair is Rosie from The Londoner. Her gorgeous blow-dry looks flawless in every single post. I definitely do not have the time, or patience to do this everyday but it's defnitely a look that can be achieved when you've got a bit more free time. She mentioned that she swears by the KMS TameFrizz Products, as soon as I read this they were TOP of my wishlist!

 

4. Michel Mercier Detangling Brush Thick hair £11.95

I can't really say I have thick hair, but I have a lot of hair, trying to brush it is a reoccurring nightmare. I even tried the famous Tangle Tamer after all the hype and it did nothing for me, it would literally do the top layer and then just get stuck.

Does anyone else wake up with the knots at the back of their head which makes you look like you've been dragged through a hedge in your sleep?! I usually just try and tackle my hair with a paddle brush but this looks really great in the video reviews I've seen, definitely going to pick this up.

5. Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray 300ml £38

Well, well, well... I've been naughty and left the best till last haven't I!

Now if you haven't heard of this product where have you been?! From what I've read this is basically a posh dry shampoo that gives amazing results. It's supposed add texture and movement to the hair and basically just make it look the bomb. The only thing that's been putting me off if the price tag, it's one of those 'oh next payday...' I think I just need to bite the bullet and get it!

Have you tried any of these products? What products would you recommend?

Stevie

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Fashion Edit: Vinyl Visions

A few years back the only time I would of put PVC and fashion together would of been thinking of Little Miss Kitty wanting some milk... aka Michelle Pfieffer as the sexy Catwoman. Fast-foward to 2014 and there's been a huge shiny explosion all around us!

Walking (potentially with a slight squeak) into a room dressed in vinyl may be a bit overwhelming at first, but it's a style that's guaranteed to turn heads. If rocking the look of Nancy from The Craft isn't your thing it's super easy to tone down with some soft fabrics, layering and cute pastels. Or if you're happy to style your look on Nancy from The Craft then you bloomin' rock it!

MissGuided Mircia PVC Midi Skirt

Bijoux Bazaar Madison Multi Necklace

River Island Black T Bar Barely There Stiletto Sandals

Boohoo VeraCrop Fluffy Knit Jumper

Michael Kors MK5076 Chronograph Watch

Nike Air Max 1

River Island Grey Marl Oversized V Neck T-Shirt

Topshop Vinyl Leggings

The first look is a lot more glam, the outfit I've out together would be perfect for a night out or dinner. It pull all the current trends together - vinyl, pastel and a statement necklace. I'm really loving cropped fluffy jumper at the moment. If you pop in Primark they have got a rainbow of pastel colours available... I literally wanted them all!

The second look is a lot more casual, I would wear this at the weekend or if I was going to a bit more of a grimey club! It'll be comfortable and would look great with either a messy ponytail or a really 'undone' hair look.

Have you experimented with Vinyls or PVC?

Stevie
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Beauty Edit - Mac Melba Blusher

MAC Melba Blusher 6g £18

My mum has owned MAC Melba for the last 2 years but it spent most of it's time in an adopted home... aka my makeup bag. I finally got around to picking up my own one from my local MAC because it's necessary for every girl to own at least 10 peach based products right?!

This blusher is a gorgeous peachy coral colour. It adds warmth to the my face and gives a glowing healthy look. This is a matte consistency, I try to only use shimmer blushers when heading out so this is perfect for everyday use - you can always add a bit of an extra glow with a bit of Benefit High Beam underneath which will look so gorgeous in summer!

To apply this I use my Clinique Blusher Brush, swirl in the pan, tap off and excess and then sweep onto the apple of my cheek and slightly up my cheek bone. This is very pigmented to it's important not to be too heavy handed... you don't want to end up looking like a peach!

I'm really in love with this blusher, it's such a cute everyday colour that really gives a boost. I'm loving using in for a natural look with my Maybelline Baby Lips in Peach Kiss.

MAC Melba Blusher 6g £18

Have you tried MAC Melba?

Stevie

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Beauty Edit: MAC Girl About Town Lipstick

MAC Girl About Town Lipstick 3.0g £15

I've been wanting a darker, more plummy pink lipstick for a while now. Before buying any makeup I always do a bit of homework and after flicking through various blogs I finally decided on MAC Girl About Town.

Girl About Town is part of the 'Amplified' range. This is my first amplified lipstick, I always seem to choose cremesheen colours but I'm literally loving how much of a 'punch' this colour packs! The amplified lipsticks are basically give you opaque coverage, but they're a lot less drying than the Matte Collection

I would describe the colour as a blue based, bright pink fuscia. Usually I steer away from blue based products as they're too cold for my skin tone but this just looks gorgeous on. It lasts for hours - literally I put it on and 4 hours later it hadn't budged. It doesn't go dry and flakey like some long lasting lipsticks, it forms more into a stain so looks perfect!

This has been worn by Beyonce and Rihanna and I can 100% see why they'd pick it. For us everyday girls it might not be ideal for everyday wear (maybe a tad bright for a trip to the supermaket) but this is PERFECT for nights out!

MAC Girl About Town Lipstick 3.0g £15

(on my nails CND - Burn)

Enjoy my cringey photo's...

Have you tried MAC Girl About Town?

Stevie
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OOTD - Zara Lightweight Knit

I picked up this Zara cardigan on eBay for under a tenner, whatta' bargain! I love batwing/souchy cardigans, they're so comftable and can be dressed up or down. I was just off to the pub for the afternoon so kept it pretty casual, Sundays are a 'lazy hair day' so I just popped it up in a bun!

My GORGEOUS new Topshop boots. It's love.

 

Added a faux fur snood for extra warmth and glam!

 

H&M Black Vest Top

Zara Lightweight Cardigan
ASOS Faux Fur Snood

Gold Chain Lion Head Necklace

New Look Leather Look Leggings

Topshop All Mine Metal Trim Boots

Stevie
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Beauty Edit: Lancome La Vie Est Belle Pefume Review

Lancome La Vie Est Belle 30ml £42

I've always found it hard to write reviews on perfume... I mean, without getting someone to actually smell the bottle how are you supposed to get across the notes of a fragrance?! Lancome launched their newest perfume La Vie Est Belle last year and the scent is so delicious I wanted to share it with you!

Before picking up this bottle, one of my top 3 perfumes was Lancome Trésor Midnight Rose (the one in the purple bottle!) Just like Midnight Rose this perfume is very sweet but is a lot more citrusy, in particular orange blossom, so it's perfect for Spring/Summer!

This gorgeous scent was created by not just one perfumer... but 3 of France's top perfumers: Anne Flipo (creator of Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose), Dominique Ropion (creator of Thierry Mugler Alien), Olivier Polge (creator of Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb). It's definitely not suprising that Le Vie Est Belle has been compared to Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb as Olivier Polge was bought on board!

The perfume comes in a spray glass bottle which has a square lid, it also has a cute little silver bow round the neck which reminds me of a neck scarf that a chic Parisian would wear!

This perfume has definitely stepped up to the favourites league. I've found I'm wearing it spray almost everyday (still saving the Chanel for nights out!) I spritz this around my hair, chest and wrists and it lasts all day. If you get a chance I would recommend giving it a spray at your local John Lewis/House of Fraser etc.. It's always good to keep an eye out for their gift sets too as you can usually get a body lotion chucked in for free!

Lancome La Vie Est Belle 30ml £42

Have you tried this perfume?

Stevie
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Fashion Edit: Perfect Pastels

There's so many gorgeous pastels colours about at the moment I just want to get wrapped up in all of them like a bon bon and prepare for this cold chill we're expecting over in England!

I've picked out some of my fave's to share with you. Pastel Pink is definitely catching my eye the most, perhaps it's still some fascination with wanting to be Baby Spice?! I love the way you can match the colours together and it gives a real 60's vibe. Add the winged liner and lashings of mascara and you're ready to go!

1. Rosie for Autograph Silk & Lace Bra

2. Topshop Fluffy Swing Coat (Pale Pink)

3. New Look Blue Shrunken Knitted Jumper 

4. Topshop Wrap Lux Skirt (Pale Pink)

5. Topshop Chateau Leaf Pencil Skirt

6. Bourjois Paris So Laque Glossy Nail Enamel (Oh So Rose & Adora Bleu)

Stevie
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Blogger Secret Santa

Just before Christmas the gorgeous girls at Makeup Pixi 3 and A Scottish Lass organised a Blogger Secret Santa. The idea was that you would get matched with another blogger, you have to spend £15, and post them a little something for Christmas... I absolutely loved this idea and signed up straight away!

I was paired with the lovely Ani from ...and laugh at guilded butterflies and boy did she spoil me!!! Although Christmas is long gone (I pretty much shed a tear as the last bauble was taken down) I wanted to share with you all the goodies I received. There will definitely be some reviews and pictures of all the products soon!

Everything came wrapped is delicate tissue paper packed tight with gold coins and toblerones... it's Ani knew me well already!

 

Collagen Face Masks, Nail Varnishes, Skin Products... the list is endless!

Cannot wait to review this Sleek Mascara!

 

Porefessional, Lip Plump and Makeup Fixing Spray... I'm so happy with all my gifts!!!

 

Here's a little sneak peak at what I sent Ani!...

 

Did you take part in #BBSecretSanta?

Stevie
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MAC Ravishing Lipstick - Product Review

MAC RAVISHING LIPSTICK 3.0g £15

MAC Lipsticks are one of my favorites... peach lipsticks are one of my favorites... what's better then a Peach MAC Lipstick?!

I was in MAC looking for Christmas presents when I got a bit distracted and started looking at what I would like. Needless to say I walked out of the shop with only one gift in hand, and that was for me!

 

MAC Ravishing is Cremesheen Lipstick - therefore meaning it glides on easily and leaves your lips moisturised. The colour is quite a dark matte peach. I apply this without lip liner and it lasts a good couple of hours before it needs topping up!

The colour is so pretty and I love to pair it with MAC Melba Blusher for that perfect peachy glow. I usually wear lipsticks at night but this can be applied lightly in the day and topped with a lip-balm for a more natural look.

MAC RAVISHING LIPSTICK 3.0g £15

Have you tried this shade?

Stevie
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