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With the cold, winter months incoming, I've been on the lookout for the perfect haircare products to add to my current routine to make sure my hairs kept hydrated. If you're not familiar with Function of Beauty, then you're seriously missing out! The products they have to offer are 100% customizable and designed to work specifically for you, all worked out with a simple 2 minute quiz which determines the formula for your hair products depending on your hair type and hair goals.

For me, my hair type is considered slightly wavy, medium length and dry.

The hair goals I opted for were anti-frizz, deep condition, hydrate, lengthen and shine. I wanted to improve the texture and appearance of my hair, and keep it looking healthy and nourished all year round.

shampoo and conditioner. The Function of Beauty shampoo and conditioner are recommended for all hair types as each product is specially formulated to address your unique hair goals and needs. Individually formulated to give your hair everything it needs to look and feel its best. I opted for the strong pear fragrance for my hair duo and the scent is incredible! I also like that you can choose the colours for both your shampoo and conditioner, I chose the gorgeous deep blue and bold orange for my hair products. From the very first use, I felt a huge difference in my hair. Softer, shinier and more hydrated, I knew with continuous use, my hair would be in the best condition it's ever been in.

hair mask. A luxurious intensive deep conditioning treatment that helps nourish and hydrate dry and damaged, transforming it to super soft and silky. This mask has a fully customizable formula that delivers a blend of nutrients to help give your hair the moisture it. Formulated with a blend of Japanese sake extract, argan oil, jojoba ester oil, and a custom blend of natural ingredients depending on your hair goals. I like to use this mask once a week and you'll have beautifully nourished hair in no time at all!

hair serum. A lightweight oil that helps enhance hairs shine, smoothes frizz + and increases hair's overall appearance and texture. Formulated with blend of argan, jojoba, and sunflower oils, it's the perfect product to use when drying and styling your hair, for the perfect finish. I apply this to the mid lengths and ends, as this is where I need the most protection and hydration.

Function of Beauty is on the slightly pricier side of haircare, but you shouldn't let that put you off as it's definitely worth the money. My hair has never looked so good and feels so incredibly soft. You'll be saying goodbye to bad hair days once you've added Function of Beauty haircare to your routine this winter!

Have you tried Function of Beauty?

When it comes to skincare, it can be such a struggle to find products that are suitable for your skin type, suit your personal budget and actually work. My skincare routine is never always the same, as I need to change and swap out products that I'm using, depending on my skin needs at the time. I mentioned in my last blog post some of my current favourite skincare products that have been helping me to improve my skin through the summer, and as the weather is turning colder. But something I have been reading up on at the moment is CBD skincare, and the benefits this has when used within skincare. Many brands are starting to incorporate CBD into their skincare products, making it accessible to all, regardless of your budget.

CBD for skincare is something that has become more popular than ever and emerging as a miracle product in the skincare world. It's becoming increasingly common in the beauty industry, but what is CBD Oil? And how are you supposed to use it? CBD is short for cannabidiol - a natural compound found in cannabis plants- a product being marketed in skin care products for everything from acne to wrinkles, which would make it a great option for all skin types. Typically, CBD oil is used in a large variety of skincare products, including serums, creams, masks, and body and face oils, so there is definitely a product for whatever skin concerns you may have. In addition to its calming properties, the biggest and most prominent benefits of CBD include anti-ageing, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

With having anti-inflammatory properties, CBD oil itself may help to stop the overproduction of skin oil that causes oily, blemish prone acne skin, and to control the production of sebum in the skin layers. CBD can reduce inflammation of breakouts and, regulate oil production in the skin, and eventually reduce breakouts in general.

CBD is known to be a powerful antioxidant that can help with preventing signs on ageing and wrinkles, and it can also help protect the body from harmful free-radical damage. As well as this, CBD has also been tested and proven to work on any fine lines or dark spots that may occur in the skin, making it a great product for all age categories. Antioxidants help skin stay more radiant and youthful looking longer. It also has great moisturizing and hydrating properties that can help combat dehydrated and dry skin, making it a great addition to your skincare routines during the colder, winter months.

As well as in skincare products, CBD Oil is said to help also help those suffering with anxiety, sleeping disorders and pain control, making it a great product to add to your daily routine and skincare favourite for a lot of people. CBD is also a great healer of specific skin conditions, including eczema and Psoriasis. Incorporating CBD into your skincare is a great idea, especially if you need some extra hydration, protection or relief from dry, itchy skin!

Have you used CBD Oil?

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During the warmer months of the year, my skincare routine changes ever so slightly, incorporating more lightweight and hydrating products, to help keep my skin moisturised, radiant and glowy. So here's a few of my current favourites!

One skincare product that I've really been enjoying using is the The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. I generally use this at night time as a more hydration serum, and it sinks into my skin almost immediately after application. I don't find it too sticky at all and my skin feels very soft and plump afterwards. When I wake up in the morning, my skin looking brighter, more radiant and fresh.

A new addition to my current skincare routine has been the Lavera Hydro Sensation Gel Cream*. This hydrating gel moisturiser has been the perfect product to use in the morning during the warmer months as it's super lightweight, quickly absorbs into the skin and leaves your skin looking radiant and glowy. This moisturiser features natural, organic ingredients including Hyaluronic Acid and Algae to help give a light, fresh and hydrating feel to your skin, whilst retaining all the moisture that is needed when your skin is feeling slightly dry.

Alongside the Lavera Gel Cream, I've also been adding the Lavera Hydro Sensation Serum* to my morning skincare routine after washing/cleansing my skin. The lightweight serum uses hydrating ingredients of Hyaluronic Acid and Organic Algae which go deeper into the skin to give long lasting moisture to smooth wrinkles and plump the skin. Perfect to use under moisturisers for that extra added hydration when your skin really needs it.

A product I've mentioned previously is the Simple Hydration Booster. It's been a favourite of mine for a while and is my go-to product when areas of my skin are feeling drier than usual. I mentioned this product back in my Winter Skin Favourites and have been using it ever since. This has been such a great product to use before my moisturiser, as I am able to target the drier areas of my skin, helping me get that skin glow and leaving it looking and feeling healthy. The Simple Hydrating Booster facial moisturiser has been designed to reverse 5 signs of dehydration: dryness, roughness, feelings of tightness, dullness and dehydration lines.

Lastly, one of my absolute favourites has been the Revolution Hyaluronic Acid Overnight Mask. I've only recently started to use Revolution skincare and so far I've been super impressed! The perfect addition to your routine to hydrate your skin overnight with this Hyaluronic Acid infused treatment. Formulated with Sweet Almond Oil to encourage smooth and soft skin and Vitamin E to moisturise. I generally use this mask 1-2 times per week, and apply a thin layer to freshly cleansed skin before I go to sleep.7

What are your current skincare favourites?

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When it comes to skincare, I like to keep my routines as basic as possible to make sure I don't overload my skin and apply too many products. I recently shared my winter skincare favourites, which included some amazing and affordable products that have helped keep my skin healthy and happy. If you have seen this post, then you would have noted that I spoke about the Simple x Little Mix Hydrating Booster - a super lightweight formula facial moisturiser designed to reverse 5 signs of dehydration: dryness, roughness, feelings of tightness, dullness and dehydration lines. As I really enjoyed using this product from the Simple x Little Mix collection, I wanted to branch out and test out a few more items, (I picked up 4 items in total) see how they compared and see if they improved my skin.

The first product I decided I wanted to test is the Moisturising Facial Wash. Formulated for a gentle cleanse - it helps remove dirt, oil and makeup that can clog pores, without leaving skin feeling dry or tight. Enriched with vitamin B5, known to actively restore, soften, and smooth skin, this cleansing wash is especially good for dry or sensitive skin. I've been using this simply with some warm water and a face cloth for a gentle cleanse on an everyday basis, or with my facial cleansing brush for a more deep cleanse - once or twice a week when necessary.

Simple x Little Mix Rich Moisture Sheet Mask

If you're looking for something that really gives your skin that boost of hydration, the Rich Moisture Sheet Mask is what you need to try. Packed with rose extract, agave extract and natural fibres, this sheet mask is formulated to give your skin "16 days worth of moisturiser in just one application" - just what you need when the cold winter air has really dried out your skin! I tend to reach for sheet masks a couple of times a month, when needed, or when my normal skincare routine just isn't enough and I need extra moisture and nourishment.

I've previously mentioned the Hydrating Booster on my blog in another post, so I won't talk about it for too long. This has been such a great product to use before my moisturiser, as I am able to target the drier areas of my skin. It absorbs into the skin really quickly, and doesn't leave the skin feeling greasy or tacky. This is a product I generally use when I think my skin needs some extra hydration - mainly around my cheeks and nose.

Simple x Little Mix Under-Eye Hydrogel Mask

The Under-Eye Hydrogel Mask is perfect for those who suffer with puffy eyes and dark circles. If you're struggling with getting enough sleep, these are definitely the magic product to use to mask any eye problems and give an illusion of a brighter, smoother and more radiant under eye. Made with natural fruit enzymes, including lemon extract and pomegranate extract, as well as vitamin b3, these help to brighten the skin and radiate that healthy glow, for a more awake and refreshed complexion. I like to use these as a skin treat once a week to help keep my under eyes hydrated and bright. Simple peel the masks off and apply to the under eye area and leave for 5 minutes. How easy could it be?

The range features the following 6 products;

Simple x Little Mix Moisturising Facial Wash 150ml £3.65

Simple x Little Mix Rich Moisture Sheet Mask £2.99

Simple x Little Mix Hydrating Booster 25ml £6.99

Simple x Little Mix Under-Eye Mask £2.99

Simple x Little Mix Biodegradable Face Wipes 20 PC £3.65

Simple x Little Mix Micellar Water 400ml £6.59

"At Simple we believe in being kind to skin, the planet and people, and that’s why we have created this Limited Edition range of Simple packs in partnership with Little Mix. In the UK, nearly 1 in 3 teens have experienced bullying online so together with Little Mix and our charity partner Ditch the Label, we are making a stand. Covered with kind words, this pack celebrates and inspires others to wipe away unkind words and instead #ChooseKindness. "

Have you tested out the Simple x Little Mix skincare collaboration? What is your favourite product?

One of my goals for 2020 is to grow, take better care of my hair, and make sure to keep it in the healthiest condition it has ever been. I've also vowed to try and use less heat tools on my hair, mainly hair straighteners, to prevent dryness, breakage and split ends. Over the years I've stuck to the same haircare brands and the same products - which I have really enjoyed using - but I have decided that it's time to change things up, try something new and see what products work best for my hair type. In terms of my hair type, I have medium length, natural, dark blonde hair which is mostly straight but with a slight wave to it in parts. I've also never dyed my hair which has kept my hair in a good condition. Below are a number of hair masks, oils and serums that I have chosen will aim to help add moisture and hydration, prevent frizz and breakage, as well as adding shine and sleekness to my hair, that I think will help to achieve my hair goals for 2020.

Wishlist - Garnier Ultimate Blends Hair Food Coconut 3 in 1 Mask £6.99 / Bondi Boost Miracle Mask 250ml £25.95 / Shea Moisture Superfruit Masque 326ml £10.99

Hair Masks are a great way to really give your hair a deep and thorough condition. They have similar benefits as a conditioner—like deeply nourishing and strengthening hair—but are more intense and powerful. Hair masks can also target any specific hair concerns you may have, which for me would be frizz, dry ends and dullness. I always look for super hydrating hair masks, usually enriched with nourishing oils, that will really add some moisture back into my hair. I really want to try and aim to be using hair masks 1-2 times a week to really help keep my hair moisturised and nourished, as the colder weather can really damage it and make it dry.

Wishlist - VO5 Nourishing Coconut Hot Oil 4x15ml £4.39 / OUAI Hair Oil 50ml £24 / HASK Argan Shine Oil Pump 100ml £6.99

Hair Oils are a great way to control frizz, tame flyaways and add shine to your hair. They are super lightweight and don't weigh your hair down or make it greasy. I tend to use oils on the mid-lengths and ends of my hair, on freshly washed hair or on dry hair to lock in some moisture and help with shine. I like using oils that contain avocado, argan, coconut or macadamia nut, as for me, these provide the most moisture for my hair and help to boost the appearance/texture of my hair.

Wishlist - John Frieda Frizz-Ease Extra Strength 6 Effects + Serum 50ml £6.99 / L'Oreal Dream Lengths Frizz Killer Serum £8.00 / Lee Stafford Cactus Crush Dazzle Drops 50ml £8.49 / VO5 Heat Protect Serum £4.40
Hair Serums are another treatment that I like to use on a day to day basis. One of the main use of hair serum is that it makes the hair shinier, healthier and causes less tangles. They are perfect for using on washed hair or when styling hair. I always pick up serums that will really benefit my hair needs - mainly to help prevent frizz, split ends, to add shine or to protect from heat.

What products are on your haircare wishlists? What products would you recommend?

With the start of 2020 in full swing, I wanted to write about some of my favourite skincare products I have been using religiously over the last few months. With the incredibly cold weather that we have been having, my skin has needed extra hydration and moisturising, and the products I have been using have really kept my skin nourished and looking healthy.

Keep your skin beautifully soft, smooth, plump, and hydrated with Lavera Soft Moisturising Cream*(*gifted). A soft and luxurious cream from the basis sensitive range, perfect for the face, body and hands - this cream has been my go to moisturiser for the colder weather, where my skin has needed extra hydration. Enriched with Jojoba and Aloe Vera with added Vitamin E to protect, care and provide long lasting moisture for your skin.

A new addition to my Winter skincare routine has been the Simple x Little Mix Hydrating Booster. This has been such a great product to use before my moisturiser, as I am able to target the drier areas of my skin, helping me get that skin glow and leaving it looking and feeling healthy. The Simple Hydrating Booster facial moisturiser has been designed to reverse 5 signs of dehydration: dryness, roughness, feelings of tightness, dullness and dehydration lines.

The Superdrug Vitamin C Energising Facial Spritz has been my life-saving product during the colder months - keeping my skin glowing, radiant and refreshed. I've previously used the Superdrug Vitamin C range and absolutely loved it, and this facial spritz is no exception. I've used this both morning and nighttime as the perfect energising and revitalising wake up call for my skin!

I previously reviewed the Beauti Skincare Beauty Sleep Elixir back in December 2018, and it's been something I've used ever since! This facial oil is the perfect skincare product you need to give a radiance boost to your complexion and give your skin that healthy glow all year round. This luxurious face oil is 100% natural and enriched with fourteen precious plant oils. I use this oil twice a week as part of my nighttime skincare routine, and in the morning, my skin is plump, hydrated and nourished.

It may not be skincare as such, but lip balm is a Winter essential for sure! I've tried plenty of lip balms and never found one that really works until I picked up the Nivea Soft Lips Lip Balms. They are so moisturising and hydrating, you can say goodbye to dry, chapped lips forever!

Finally, everybody's favourite - E45 Moisturising Lotion. I suffer with extremely dry skin on both my legs and arms, so I would be completely lost without this stuff! This is a super light, and easily absorbed lotion that you can use all over the body, and keeps your skin hydrated all day long.

What are your Winter skin favourites?

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With Spring in full force and Summer on its way, I've switched up my skincare routine. I've ditched my heavy moisturisers and serums and opted to use lighter products on my skin. I've currently been using the Sonya Daily Skincare System to help prep and maintain my skin for the warmer months ahead.

There are some great benefits in each of the skin-enhancing products, including;

- The Refreshing Gel Cleanser has apple amino acids for a soft lather that doesn’t strip your skin.

- The Illuminating Gel brightens the appearance of skin giving it a more radiant appearance.

- The Refining Gel Mask is a PM mask that works while you sleep to control oil, improve skin tone and moisturise the skin.

- The Soothing Gel Moisturiser boasts over 10 plants and extracts as well as collagen and leaves your skin dewy.

The first product I tried was the Refreshing Gel Cleanser. I used this both morning and evening to help remove dead cell buildup, dirt and makeup. Probably my favourite product from the collection, leaving my skin feeling super clean without stripping it of moisture. The cleanser had a gentle lather which is great for for combination skin. From the very first use, my skin was feeling so smooth and clean after every wash.

The Refining Gel Mask was a dream to use as part of my evening skincare routine. Infused with carrot seed oil, basil oil, artemisia pallens flower oil and soybean oil quickly absorbs into your skin and helps to moisturise your skin while you sleep. Upon waking up in the morning, it left my skin feeling soft with a youthful glow, call it beauty sleep in a bottle if you like! By using it only 2-3 times a week, you’ll wake up to skin that looks brighter, younger and more balanced, perfect for those Summer no makeup days!

In terms of adding hydration into my skin, the Soothing Gel Moisturiser is a gel based formula that simply melts into your skin, leaving the skin feeling refreshed and revitalised. Packed with over 10 natural plant extracts and oils, this moisturiser has really

helped to leave my skin feeling hydrated and supple, as well as improving the overall look of my complexion.

The final product in the Sonya Daily Skincare System is the Illuminating Gel. This gel is formulated to even and brighten overall skin tone and help radiate that healthy summertime glow. I've been using this product on days where my skin is looking quite dull and tired, and I feel like this has improved my skin, and emitting reflect soft, smooth texture, with an even skin tone. A perfect product for added moisture where your skin needs it most!

Have you tried the Sonya Skincare System? Which product would be your favourite?

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When it comes to makeup, I keep things very natural and simple. I'd much prefer the extra time in bed in the morning, so a quick and easy 20 minute makeup routine suits me just fine. Lavera have recently launched a new collection of exciting natural and organic colour cosmetic make up products and I was lucky enough to test a few of them out over the last couple of months. This allowed me to fully test each individual product and to test the longevity of each formula.

Colour Cosmetics is a comprehensive range that has everything you need to fulfil your makeup bags: from complexion perfecting foundations with high performing innovative formulations to care for the skin, on-trend lip colours to must-have mascaras. What more could you ask for?

The first product I would use for an everyday makeup look is the Lavera Cover and Care Stick in Ivory*. I use the concealer mainly under my eyes to help brighten them and make my complexion look fresh and bright. The Cover and Care Stick has a creamy soft texture that applies so easily along the skin, without any pulling or dragging. The concealer is formulated organic Witch Hazel which has great skincare benefits and helps to reduce and relieve any inflammation of the skin. I made sure to powder the concealer once applied to help avoid creasing later on in the day.

Next up in my routine would be brows. I'm quite luck that my eyebrows are quite full but I do have some sparse areas that just need filled in. I opted for the Lavera Organic Eyebrow Pencil in Blonde*. The pencil is super pigmented, meaning you only need the softest touch when filling in your brows, otherwise they will end up looking too overdone and unnatural. The colour is slightly too warm toned for me which doesn't match my brow colour 100%, but if you use careful, fine strokes, the product works absolutely fine.

To add some glow onto my skin, I used the Lavera Organic Highlighter in Shining Pearl, and applied this to my brow bone and cheek bones, for a pop of radiance. The organic highlighter has a soft, smooth, creamy texture thanks to organic Jojoba, Shea Butter and Cocoa Butter. The highlight has a very pale pink, perfect for all skin tones, helping to give a radiant sheen to both the eyes and cheeks, that really completes your makeup look.

A makeup look would never be complete without a good mascara, and the Lavera Powerful Lashes Mascara is a great one to use for an everyday natural look. The innovative mascara brush perfectly coats the individual lashes as well as giving them a slight curl. This mascara is perfect for those wanting to achieve a natural look to the eye. It lengthens, adds volume and definition to the lashes, without any clumping or smudging. Powerful Lashes Mascara is enriched with organic Shea Butter to nourish your lashes and keep them in the best condition.

To set everything in place and keep away the shine, the Lavera Mineral Compact Powder in Ivory was my go-to product. The compact powder gives sufficient coverage for a fresh, radiant finish and is the perfect size for taking on the go. The light reflecting minerals together with natural colours complements your complexion giving a radiant look whilst eliminating shine. The smooth matte finish is ideal for fixing your make-up and helping it last all day long.

To complete my everyday look, I finish off by using the Lavera Glossy Lips in Hazel Nude. The ultimate "your lips but better" colour and a great everyday nude shade, with the perfect amounts of brown, nude and pink. The gloss itself applies smoothly and evenly, giving the lips a perfect coverage in just one swipe. No stickiness, no smudging and no fuss to apply. This gloss has become a staple for me and something I would definitely recommend for those more natural makeup days.

Overall, I was super happy with the products that I have been using from Lavera over the last couple of months. My favourites have definitely been the Compact Powder, Highlighter and the Lip Gloss. I also recently featured the Lavera Lash Care Serum on my blog, which is a must have for your makeup bag. It's a total game changer for your eyelashes.

You can find out more about Lavera Cosmetics here.

Have you tried Lavera Cosmetics before? What are your favourite products for an everyday natural makeup look?

* This post contains samples sent from Lavera to feature for a product review

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Winter really plays havoc with my skin, and I'm always on the lookout for the best skincare/bodycare products to use to beat my dry skin. I was kindly gifted a couple of natural skincare products by DERMALOCH*; a company specialising in natural products for those prone to skin complaints, and I have been using them for just over a month. With over 50yrs of expertise, DERMALOCH have created two skincare products which are safe to use for those who may experience problems with psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema.

DERMALOCH Rejuvaderm Cream 100ml* £15.00

"With an original formula based on 50 years of expertise in skincare combined with a true passion for natural ingredients, DERMALOCH Rejuvaderm has all the essentials needed from a daily moisturiser."

The first product I was gifted was the Rejuvaderm Cream*, a standard cream formula moisturiser, that nourishes and hydrates wherever you require it on your body. Within seconds the product has absorbed into the skin, it simply glided over the skin and there is absolutely no greasiness left behind. I found this an incredibly excellent feature as I used this cream on my face, arms and legs after showering, which meant I didn't have to sit around all day waiting for the moisturiser to sink in and dry.

DERMALOCH Intensive Spray 100ml* £15.00

"DERMALOCH Intensive is a deep penetrating, fine liquid that sinks deep into the skin. Energising the skin and nourishing it with a host of proven ingredients such as Tea Tree Oil, Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil, Sandalwood and Eucalyptus Oil."

The second product from Dermaloch was the Intensive spray*. A nutrient rich formulation with hassle free spray which made application super easy. I used this product on the drier areas of my body, including my elbow, knees and heels. As this moisturiser comes in a spray form, there is no need to rub the product into the skin. It worked incredibly well at keeping dry skin away, and keeping the healthy, happy skin in good condition. The scent of the product is very strong, aromas of fresh tea tree oil fill the room as soon as you spray it, so I avoided using this on my face, as I'm sure it would make my eyes water!

I've really enjoyed using the Dermaloch products over the last couple of months. Their natural skincare ingredients have really helped fix my dry, winter skin and I couldn't be happier. Both the two moisturisers work well together, or you can use them by themselves, depending on your skins needs.

Find out more about Dermaloch here.

Have you heard of Dermaloch before? What natural skincare products do you use?

* This post contains samples sent from DERMALOCH to feature for a product review

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Recently, I had the chance to try out some amazing cosmetic products from Lavera. The brand has recently launched a new collection of exciting natural and organic colour cosmetic make up products, featuring a comprehensive range that has everything you need to fulfil your makeup bags. I like to keep my makeup routine fairly simple, but I am a huge lover of eye makeup and making my eyes the focal point of my face. Something that I was excited to try was the Lavera Lash Care Serum*. I wanted to put this product to the test over 30 days to see how it could improve my eyelashes and what benefits I could get from using the serum everyday.

This nourishing and hydrating Lavera Eyelash Serum* is formulated with organic caffeine that helps to strengthen and regenerate lashes overnight. For someone that wears mascara pretty much everyday, applying and removing mascara can take its toll on your lashes, but this serum has really helped to protect and keep my natural lashes looking full and fluttery. I also feel that the serum has helped to care for my lashes in terms of growth and fullness, making mascara application a lot easier and helping to define my eyes even more!

"End the day with happy and healthy eyelashes. Lavera Lash Care Serum is a gentle and effective way to protect and nourish each eyelash from root to tip."

Applying the serum is super easy. Once I have fully removed my mascara with a micellar water or cleanser, I simply brush on the serum to my lashes. I hold the brush horizontally and move it from side to side with a zig-zag motion, from the roots to the ends of the lashes. I like to apply a couple of coats to both my upper and lower lash line, and leave on overnight to help rebuild and revitalise my lashes whilst I sleep.

At the beginning of my 30 days testing the Lavera Lash Serum, you can see from the above photo that I naturally do have long lashes. However, as a mascara lover, overtime applying and removing eye makeup can lead to loss of lashes and sparseness in the lash line. The outer corners of my lash line are where I have the most fullness and length in my lashes. I wanted to see how well this serum would work to improve the overall appearance of my lashes, especially with growth in the inner corners and centre of my lash line.

The above photo shares what my lashes looked like on the 30th day of testing the serum, and honestly, I was super impressed with the results that I had. I did notice a lot of lash growth mainly from the centre to the outer corner of my lashes. They also appeared to be a lot longer, stronger and thicker compared to when I started the test.

As you can see from the photo above, I have applied mascara to my lashes after the 30 days are complete, and with just one coat of mascara, these are the results I am seeing. I'm extremely happy! My lashes appear thicker, longer and definitely more fluttery towards the outer corner of my eyes. A definite 10/10 from me!

Lavera Lash Care Serum retails at £12.90 and is available here.

Have you tried the Lavera Lash Care Serum? What are your favourite lash serums?

* This post contains PR Samples sent for review purposes
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Way back in September I shared a blog post featuring some of my favourite Autumn haircare. Some of the products in this post I am still currently using to this day, and others I have replaced with something new. My Winter haircare routine is much more thorough and my hair needs all the hydration and nourishment to battle the cold, harsh weather. I've recently tried and tested some new haircare that I've added to my haircare routine, and that leave me with beautiful, shiny and healthy hair. Let's take a look!

Soap and Glory Junk The Gunk™ Charcoal Shampoo - £7.50

The most recent addition to my ever changing haircare routine has been the newly released Charcoal Shampoo from Soap and Glory. It's unlike any other product I have ever used! Formulated with bamboo charcoal and apricot seed exfoliators, this helps cleanse and refresh the scalp as well as removing product build-up and leaving hair feeling ultra-cleansed. My hair looks nourished, healthy and bouncier! The first time I used this, it felt extremely weird, I could feel the small exfoliating bits being massaged into my scalp, but after a while you get used to it and it does a pretty good job. Scented with notes of grapefruit and bergamot, it leaves your hair smelling pretty damn good.

Aussie Scent-Sational Smooth Conditioning Mist - £9.99

If you've read my previous haircare posts, you'll already know that I'm a massive fan of Aussie Haircare. They've recently brought out a few new haircare products that I just had to get my hands on, and I opted for the Aussie Scent-Sational Smooth Conditioning Mist. A perfect product to use that gives your locks a shiny boost and add gloss to every strand. It promises to leave your hair smelling delightful with a 48h scent-sational fragrance. I can smell this so strongly when I brush through my hair and it lingers all day long.

Siliscrub Scalp Brush £2.59

Something that I recently saw on Instagram and decided that I needed to see what all the hype is was the Siliscrub Scalp Brush. At first I thought this was a bit of a gimmick product, but after a few tries, I actually really enjoyed using it. It's built to exfoliate and cleanse the scalp, boost hair growth, eliminate dandruff, and get rid of scalp troubles. It uses soft silicone bristles to brush over the scalp whilst shampooing, and helps you to maintain a healthy scalp by gently lifting away dead skin cells and impurities, and increasing blood flow. It feels like a deep head massage and is the best way to shampoo your hair. It left my hair feeling a lot cleaner and much bouncier. I managed to get around 4 days without washing. I also noticed that my hair had less product build up in the roots, and didn't get greasy/oily as quick.

L'oreal Dream Lengths Heat Mask - £5.99

After discovering my love for the L'oreal Dream Lengths haircare range, when I saw that they had released a new innovative hair mask, I was all over it! The mask itself follows a 2 step system: Step 1: features a thick balm that you apply from root to tip and leaves the hair feeling immediately nourished. I like to comb the product through so I am sure all my hair is completely covered in the mask. Step 2: A tissue cap infused with a self-heating lotion. You can leave this on for around 10 minutes, or longer if you want a deeper condition. From the very first application, the results were incredible. Silky soft, beautiful hair! Even my dry ends were no more! Would highly recommend!

The Body Shop Banana Mask -£12

This absolute gem from The Body Shop has been my life saver this winter when it comes to haircare. It's been my go-to hair mask with amazing results after every single use. I tend to use this product once-a-week as a deep conditioning treatment, applying the mask all over my hair, focusing on the mid-lengths to ends as this is where I see the most damage and dryness. Enriched with a blend of natural ingredients, including organic Banana puree from Ecuador and Brazil Nut oil from Peru. It leaves hair feeling intensely nourished from root-to-tip, banishes frizz and my hair looks instantly shinier and glossier, all without being weighed down. Another huge plus to this product is the scent. It takes me way back to my childhood of having Nesquik Banana milkshakes and foamy banana sweets. The smell is so fresh and fruity, it's insane.

What products are in your Winter haircare routine? What would you recommend for dry, heat damaged hair?

January 2019 saw the launch of the reformulated Poppy Sloane Tres Chic mascara*, I was kindly gifted a tube to try out, and me being a huge mascara lover needed it in my makeup bag. After months of reformulation and development Poppy Sloane announced the mascara is now volumising as well as completely vegan, but retains all of the amazing qualities of the original – smudge proof, waterproof and ultra long-lasting. I've tried plenty of mascaras in the past from more drugstore brands like Rimmel and more high-end brands like Benefit, Poppy Sloane falls somewhere in between so here's an insight into my first impressions of Tres Chic.

Formula: curling, natural look, volumising, lengthening

Features: waterproof, smudge proof, smear proof, flake proof

Sensitivity: hypoallergenic

Other features: cruelty free, vegan, not tested on animals

Recommended use: everyday, swimming, gym, rain, holidays, weddings

The photographs below are some before, during and after shots of my eyes.

So here are my natural lashes. As you can see, they are quite straight and have no wispy corners to help flutter the lashes out. Also, my lashes are quite light in colour at the root, leading into a darkish brown.

This photograph is of my eyelashes which have been curled. I like to use my Primark Eyelash Curler for this, and it is definitely one of my makeup bag essentials. As you can see, using curlers gives a lot of lift to the lashes as well as building definition to the eyes. The lashes appear more fanned out, helping to create a more fluttery appearance.

This photograph shows my left eye that I have applied the Poppy Sloane mascara to, compared with just my natural, curled lash. The mascara helped add colour and length to my lashes, as well as separation, whilst defining my eyes.

Here I've applied a coat of the Tres Chic mascara to both eyes, and you can see a huge difference from the previous images. My eyes look wider and more awake.

The mascara added tonnes of length without clumping together. There's no smudging and no fallout underneath my lashes. The mascara worked amazingly on my lower lash line to help lengthen the lashes. You apply Poppy Sloane mascaras just like a regular mascara. It takes about 2 minutes to set fully and begin forming the tiny ‘tubes’ around your lashes. Until fully set it may smudge, but once fully set it is 100% smudge proof and waterproof. Overall, I was super impressed with the Poppy Sloane Tres Chic Mascara*. I like my mascara to be super black, lengthening, volumizing and defining. It definitely ticked all the boxes for me.

Tres Chic retails at £15 and is available here.

Have you tried the reformulated Tres Chic mascara? What are your favourite mascaras?

* This post contains PR Samples sent for review purposes
All thoughts are 100% honest

Wishlist - Garnier Ultimate Blends Hair Food Coconut 3 in 1 Mask £6.99 / Bondi Boost Miracle Mask 250ml £25.95 / Shea Moisture Superfruit Masque 326ml £10.99

Wishlist - VO5 Nourishing Coconut Hot Oil 4x15ml £4.39 / OUAI Hair Oil 50ml £24 / HASK Argan Shine Oil Pump 100ml £6.99

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