REVIEW: EverRiche by L'Oreal Paris Hair Expertise

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I read an interesting advert in Stylist a few weeks back about the newly launched EverRiche No Sulphates Cleansing System from L'Oreal Paris Hair Expertise and decided I needed to try for myself.

The ad went on to say that "trying to keep hair looking healthy and glossy can be an impossible mission" and I can quite easy agree to that statement!
The problem is that we all panic and believe that the only solution to dry, damaged or unruly hair is to smother our hair with as many different hair products as possible to give it the necessary 'moisture boost' it needs but actually we are making it worse. What we are actually doing is making our hair greasy which results in it looking dirty, in need of a wash and making our hair feel weighty. As the advert says- "its a catch 22 situation"

Read on further on the range and my review...

REVIEW: Kérastase Chronologiste

If you are anything like me, my hair just seems to go frizz in winter. What with the cold air and blustery weather outside and then the severity of living inside with the heating on, my hair is in desperate need of some TLC! I read up on Kérastase's new product Chronologiste and figured it was worth a shot! Kérastase is renoundly known for its hair expertise and knew that the stuff must be good. (Even Olivia Palermo uses it!)

"The brand’s self-professed ‘finest hair care treatment’ contains Madecassoside to soothe the scalp, antioxidant Vitamins A & E to protect hair from external stressors, Gluco Lipids and Ceramides to strengthen hair fibre, and Silicone Concentrate to enhance softness and shine." SheerLuxe.com

The treatment doesn't fail- it replenished the lack of shine I seemed to have, (I felt like an extra in the Pantene adverts with how glossy my hair felt!) and helped solve my split end problem. I have tried so many conditioners but this is by far the best. The only downfall is the pricetag- the products cost £80 (thats with a £20 saving on HQHair's website) but I can safely say that if you are desperate and will go to great lengths to restore your hair or you can easily splash that much cash, then this product is highly recommended.

      

TOP TIPS: The best Christmas ideas

It's Pay day and for most of us, its the last one to ensure all those Chrsitmas presents are bought. But not sure what to get people this year for Christmas? Need some inspiration? Or is it more that you just want something just that little bit different this year? IF you are like me, I feel that I end up just buying the same old presents for the same people as there is so little choice out there! Fear not, here is a selection of the Beauty sets on the market that are unique and unusual for the special people in our lives!

Read on for inspiration....

                                           

TOP TIPS: Hydrated looking skin

With Winter on its way our skin is prone to feeling very dry and craving some moisture. Following on from my recent Cleanser blog, you next need to find a good hydrater that sinks into the skins barrier quickly and easily! Drinking water is always good but it is not not enough for your skin in these harsh conditions. Britain has a very wet, damp and dull climate, ensuring we all remain pale throughout the winter, not to mention continuous temperature changes and the heating indoors. What we need is to lock in the moisture and ensure the water in our skin cells does not evaporate out of our pores. What's the solution I hear you say? Read on further...

My latest purchase from my trip down to House of Fraser is the Biotherm Aquasource 24-hour deep hydration Replenishing Gel (£28). From my research prior to my purchase- the blurbs all ensure me that I am to expect plump and radiant looking skin after use. And I have to say, I am not disappointed! Ideal for Normal/Combination skin such as mine, this gel feels fresh and light on contact with my skin and its creamy texture melts away on my skin instantly so I do not feel oily- just refreshed! The product said to use both morning and evening- and I have to admit I was scared to use quite so frequently but no need! I awoke to rejuvenated skin that was silky soft to touch!

                                       

According to some research I found- the secret ingredient is Mannose in this product. A natural occurring sugar that clinical trials have proved to be effective on deeper layers not just the surface skin. It also boosts an immediate and long-term hydration for your skin due to the hyaluronic acid.

REVIEW: CHANEL Beauty Boutique Revisited

Remember back in July I shared the news that CHANEL was to launch its first ever pop-up beauty Boutique here in London? Well its nearly time for the doors to shut for the last time. Very sad news indeed but if you are anything like me- you have certainly made the most of it! 

But before it is all over- (starting from Nov 6th) they are revamping and repackaging the boutique all ready for the festive season! 

Read my first blog about the launch: Chanel's First Beauty Boutique blog post 

The entire collection of CHANEL fragrances will be on display for sale os that we can all be a bit more advernturous and not just stick to the classic No5 on our Christmas list to Santa this year! And there's a great gift idea too for the men in our lives that understand our love affair with the brand but are jsut not sure what to get! Gift Cards will be available to buy for the first time ever, and not to forget a gift wrapping service (with a note and quote from Coco herself!) for any unique man who has been listening all this time!