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First Impressions - MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask

By Laura Thornberry - 11:00

If your hair is in need of some serious TLC, you need to get your hands on the MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask; the perfect summer staple, and a real treat to add to your haircare routine. A silky and thick hydrating conditioning mask, this is suitable for those with extremely coarse, dry and heat damaged hair, a great product to try for that added hydration and nourishment, to keep your hair looking healthy and shiny all summer long.

"MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask is particularly effective for dry, thick and coarse hair as it tends to be extremely dehydrated and requires added moisture to stay healthy."

This hair mask has a super rich and creamy formula, suitably designed to hydrate and nourish dry and damaged hair. Concentrated with Argan Oil; this naturally and effectively adds hydration and shine back to dull, lifeless locks.

Directions for use are super easy to follow...

After shampooing, apply a generous amount of MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask all over the hair and comb it through so each strand of hair is covered with the mask.

Leave for around 5 to 7 minutes, which is plenty of time to help recondition and reconstruct the hair, I sometimes leave on for around 20 minutes for a more deep condition so I know it will add the much needed moisture and elasticity back to my dry hair. Make sure to rinse out well, and finish with cold water to help keep hair looking strong and shiny.

I've used the MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask for a number of weeks now, and it definitely does a great job for the hair. My hair has definitely felt a lot stronger, looked healthier and more moisturised, as well as being more manageable and shiny. The condition of my mid-lengths to ends have improved 100% since using this mask, no more dry, straw-like hair! If you like to splurge and treat yourself when it comes to haircare, this is a great product to add to your haircare routine.

However, if high-end haircase isn't for you, and you are looking for a hair mask that does a similar job to the MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask, is more easily accessible and has a more affordable price tag, I would definitely recommend the Maui Moisture Revive & Hydrate Shea Butter Mask!

Have you tried the MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask? What other hair masks would you recommend for dry and damaged hair?

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Sambazon Frozen Açaí Smoothie Bowl*

By Laura Thornberry - 12:00

If you're looking for the perfect treat to start your day, forget the Porridge, Pancakes and Avocado Toast... Açaí Smoothie Bowls are the new king of the breakfasts! They seem to be all the rage right now; packed with so much nutritional value, packed with vitamins, proteins and antioxidants, topped with fresh fruit and superfoods. It's the perfect breakfast for a warm Summers day... What more could you want?

Sambazon* is the world’s leading producer of Açaí; one of the purest, most nutritious botanicals on the planet. Allowing Brits to create the Insta-famous Açaí Bowl at home, Sambazon is on a mission to bring real Açaí to the UK!

"Taking its name from its core goal, Sambazon stands for the Sustainable Management of the Brazilian Amazon. "

Açaí grows in the Amazon Rainforest, and it is one of the only fruits on the planet to be naturally sugar free, packed with antioxidants, and full of healthy omegas, fibre and protein. The Açaí Smoothie Bowl are ideal for enjoying as a health boosting breakfast, filling lunch time, pre and post exercise, healthy snack or as an after dinner treat.

The perfect treat, with no guilt!

To make the Açaí Bowl, simply remove two pouches from the freezer and run them under the tap for ten seconds to loosen them up a little. Then add the sachets to a blender with half a banana and a splash of milk. Once combined, simply pour into a bowl, ready to add your yummy extras.

I topped mine with a variety of fresh fruit: Mango Chunks, Kiwi, Blueberries, as well as some Cacao Nibs, Dried Coconut and Goji Berries.

With this being my first attempt at making a Sambazon Frozen Açaí Smoothie Bowl as well as my first time trying one, I was very impressed! It has such an earthy, natural taste, with a slight chocolatey hint, it was unlike anything I had ever tried before. Once blended, the Sambazon Açaí* has such a thick and creamy texture; think of it as a similar version to a frozen yoghurt, it was the perfect refreshing snack to eat in the morning. After eating, I felt more awake, more energised and ready to get on with my day!

If I was to make the Sambazon Frozen Açaí Smoothie Bowl again, I would definitely love to try and add some fresh Strawberries, Pineapple, Peaches and Blackberries!

All Sambazon products are 100% organic, Fairtrade, vegan, non-GMO, gluten free and Kosher. The packs are available in the freezer aisle at Whole Foods Market and Ocado.

RRP £4.00.

Have you heard of Sambazon? Do you like Açaí Smoothie Bowls?

* PR Sample sent for review purposes

All opinions are 100% honest.

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Primarks Pink Lemonade Reed Diffuser

By Laura Thornberry - 11:00

Reed diffusers are extremely popular in home fragrances right now. With an amazing variety of scents available, they are a great way to add constant fragrance to your home, and they will give you a scent that's much longer-lasting than a candle. As they lightly release the scent throughout the room without flames, making them more practical and much safer to use in the home.

I decided to head to my local Primarks homeware department and pick up a Reed Diffuser, to try out for myself and see what all the fuss was about. I opted for the very fruity and refreshing sounding "Pink Lemonade" diffuser, which just screamed Summer to me!

Reed diffusers are so quick and easy to use... Simply remove the stopper from the top of the glass bottle and insert the reeds into the fragranced diffuser oil. The reeds soak up the scent, emitting a pleasant and fresh aroma around your home. You will need to flip the reeds over, around once a week, to avoid them drying out so that the scent of the diffuser oil can continue spreading throughout the room.

The scent of the Pink Lemonade Diffuser is described as Rhubarb and Lemon, which to me is a perfect combination for a truly summertime fragrance. The sweet and sugary Rhubarb, combined with the zesty, zingy and citrus Lemon, makes this such a refreshing and uplifting aroma to have in the home. Super fresh and extremely fruity, it's definitely one homeware product to pick up on your next Primark trip!

The 100ml Pink Lemonade Reed Diffuser from Primark has great lasting power. It will keep your room smelling fresh for up to 8 weeks! That's a whole TWO MONTHS! Primark have plenty of other available scents in their homeware range, so if Pink Lemonade isn't for you, there will definitely be something to suit your preferences. From Madagascan Vanilla to Vintage Blossom to Sea Salt and Lavender to Pomegranate and Fig, there is a huge variety of fragrances perfect for any home!

RRP £3.00 100ml

Also available £1.00 30ml

Have you tried Primarks Reed Diffusers before? What scents have you tried/would like to try?

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First Impressions - Garnier Moisture Bomb Tissue Masks

By Laura Thornberry - 11:00

If you have always wanted to try out a quality sheet mask, I may just have the product that you have been waiting for... Let's take a look at a couple of the Moisture Bomb Tissue Masks I picked up recently from Garnier.

Sheet masks originated from South Korea, a country known for their dedication to beauty and skin care. Since then, they have taken the world by storm, many beauty brands now have their own ranges of sheet masks and they are now widely available in both the drugstore and supermarkets.

The beauty of sheet masks is that they can be used pretty much anywhere and anytime. A perfect wake me up for those tired mornings, an evening glow boost ready for your night out, or even on the go whilst travelling, they are definitely a great addition to any skincare routine.

Instructions for use are super simple.

1. Unfold the mask. Carefully apply the white tissue to thoroughly cleansed skin. Make sure the blue protective film is facing outwards. Smooth the mask gently to ensure contact with the skin.

2. Remove the protective film.

3. Adjust the mask contours on the face. Leave for 15 minutes.

4. To remove the mask, peel off slowly from the edges. Gently massage in any excess serum, or use a cotton pad to remove.

The first product I picked up was the Garnier Skin Active Charcoal and Algae Hydrating Sheet Mask. Enriched with Black Algae Extract, LHA and Hyaluronic Acid, a perfect pamper product for those will oily/combination skin, as this helps to mattify, purify, and detox congested skin, as well as tightening enlarged pores.

Black Algae Extract is packed with proteins, nutrients and amino acids. A natural ingredient known for its anti-ageing properties and treating dark circles under the eyes, as well as helping with skin elasticity and fine lines. These nourishing, yet soothing ingredients hydrate the skin’s surface, while the Charcoal works some magic by removing any impurities, to give a gentle, deep cleanse to the skin.

Next up we have the Garnier Moisture Bomb Pomegranate Hydrating Face Sheet Mask. This has to be my favourite sheet mask that I have tried. Soaked in a super silky serum, enriched with Pomegranate Extract, Hyaluronic Acid and Plant Serum, this is a brilliant treat for those with dehydrated skin. Pomegranates are rich in vitamin C, a nutrient important for skin health, as well as packed with antioxidants and anti-ageing properties. What more could you want?!

After using both these masks for the recommended 15 minutes, my skin looked super healthy and hydrated. It's amazing how my complexion looked smoother, plumper and more radiant in such a short space of time! These Garnier Moisture Bomb Tissue Masks contains one whole week's worth of hydrating serum, which will keep your skin looking moisturised, revitalised and nourished all day and all night long. Masks so good that I have repurchased more of these to try and test out as a weekly pamper treat, as they are so fuss-free and easy to use. I would highly recommend giving these mask a go!

Garnier also have some other products available in the Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask range for all your skin types and needs, including;

Green Tea; Super Hydrating Rebalancing Mask

Chamomile; Super Hydrating Soothing Mask

Sakura; Super Hydrating Glow-Revealing Mask

Lavender; Super Hydrating De-Tiring Mask

RRP £2.99

Suitable for all skin types.

Have you tried the Garnier Moisture Bomb Tissue Masks? Which is your favourite?

First Impressions - MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask

Sambazon Frozen Açaí Smoothie Bowl*

Primarks Pink Lemonade Reed Diffuser

First Impressions - Garnier Moisture Bomb Tissue Masks

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