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● Laura Thornberry ● Lifestyle Blogger ● London Based ●

AD - GIFTED | So with England's weather still rubbish as always, I found it incredibly hard to take some new outfit photos to share with you all today! I had planned to take some outside, for a change of scenery, but as usual it was pouring with rain and terribly windy and I seem to have misplaced my camera charger, so had to resort back to my Iphone.

For this OOTD, I wanted to create something that you could wear throughout the day, as well as for a night out, although you may want to change up the shoes and have more of a dramatic make up look. In keeping with my own personal style, I have gone for something quite casual and comfortable, but still very stylish and practical!

Also in this OOTD, I am sharing with you two pieces that were kindly sent to me by La Redoute, who wanted me to share with you all some of there new pieces from there SS14 collection. I'd never heard of La Redoute before, as they are a French fashion/style company, but on receiving the two items, I was genuinely please with what I had been sent and couldn't wait to put them on and create an OOTD.

"La Redoute makes French style accessible to all - with stylish looks and timeless pieces - plus guidance and advice on how to look good. You get a great choice of clothes that fit well and flatter - the way only the French seem to know how. "

La Redoute OOTD

La Redoute OOTD

La Redoute OOTD

 Leather Jacket - c/o La Redoute*
Striped Top - c/o La Redoute*
Disco Leggings - Ebay
Burgundy Vans - Very
Necklace - New Look
Midi Rings - Primark
Cross Ring - Topshop

As I previously stated, La Redoute kindly sent me two of the items I have featured in today's post, and as well as sharing with you what they look like and how I would style them, I also wanted to give them a little review to let you know what I thought.

First of all is the gorgeous Leather Jacket*! I had no idea that this was being sent to me, so when it got delivered, I was really surprised! I currently own 3 leather jackets, as I feel they are a great outerwear piece that you can wear both on formal or casual occasions, making the so versatile and stylish. What I loved about this leather jacket is that I felt it fitted so well and really suited by body shape. I also thought all the detailing that covered the jacket was really cool and different, the perforated inserts along the front and the studded hardwear really give this jacket an edgy vibe that I really like. Its really comfortable to wear and it is definitely something I shall be wearing throughout Spring and Summer.

I was also sent a lovely Long Sleeve Striped Top*, that I actually chose from there website myself. I absolutely love striped tops, they suit all shapes and sizes and I feel that they are such a great staple piece in anyone's wardrobe. What attracted me to this specific top was the gorgeous lace detailing along the top and the striking neon yellow stripe underneath, to give the piece a vibrant splash of colour. Personally, this top was slightly a little too cropped/fell to an awkward length for me, but when paired with the high waisted disco pants, this wasn't a problem and I actually loved how it looked.

What are your thoughts on my OOTD? Would you style the pieces from La Redoute differently? Have you heard of/shopped at La Redoute before? 
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I've wanted to share with you all my Current Hair Care Heroes. When I had come up with the idea of this post, I did realise that I do actually use quite a few hair products, so I have split this little guide into two separate posts. You can view the first part of my Hair Care Heroes here, where I share my current go to styling and protecting products.

My hair is naturally quite thick and wavy, sometimes dry,  as well as being long ( below my shoulders), so keeping it looking strong and healthy can be quite the chore. But I think I have found some great, affordable products that help tame and nourish my hair! So let's get started with part 2, and take a look at my shampoos, conditioners and treatments!
Haircare Heroes
Products from left to right

Naked Rescue Repairing Hair Treatment
I was kindly gifted this product through a blogger's secret santa as one of my presents, and I absolutely love it! The treatment comes in a 20ml size sachet, and I find this is the perfect amount to cover my long hair. I wouldn't say my hair is frizzy or damaged, as this treatment is specially for, but this makes such a difference to my hair after use. It's 97% natural, containing Argan Oil, Meadowfoam and Sunflower Seed extracts, helping to prevent hair breakage and dryness.

I simply use this after I have washed my hair, and apply the contents of the sachet evenly throughout my hair, to make sure its all covered. Sometimes to help, I gently comb the treatment through my hair so I know its evenly distributed. I then like to leave the treatment to work for 15-30 minutes, depending on how much time I have. Then I simply rinse it out, and finish with a cold rinse to help boost shine.

Overall, I was really happy to receive this product and love how it treats my hair. After use, it makes my hair look so soft and sleek, nourished and replenished! Unfortunately, I don't have any left, so I need to find out where to get the! But I would recommend this 100%, even if you hair isn't frizzy or damaged, it works a treat!

Headmasters SOS Moisture Shampoo
I received this free with a order I made with Very.co.uk, and I've nearly used it up, so so far its been good to use. I don't usually use salon shampoos, but the Headmasters one has had quite an effect on my hair, in a good way! I use this shampoo when my hair really needs a treat and some real looking after!

This is a great shampoo if you're someone who uses heat on their hair quite frequently, as this helps to add moisture and nourishment to dry, damaged hair. With added Macadamia Nut Oil, this helps to mainly prevent breakage, as well as protecting and softening the hair. The only thing that sometimes puts me off is the smell. Salon shampoos have quite a pungent, strong smell, which if used to regularly can be quite over powering and cause product build up, but the smell doesn't really put me off. Its still a lovely shampoo to use and really cleanses my hair well.

Overall, I think this is a great shampoo at adding moisture to the hair. It cleanses the hair well, and always gives me that "just out the hairdressers look". I often blow dry my hair so this is a great shampoo that helps to protect from heat damage. Its just a good shampoo to use, on rotation with others, as this helps to keep your hair healthy and helps growth.

Headmasters SOS Moisture Conditioner
I received this free with a order I made with Very.co.uk, and its a really lovely, moisturising conditioner. The conditioner is so soft and creamy, and really boosts your hairs condition, even after just one use!

Perfect for those who use a lot of heat styling on there hair, as this helps to protect and prevent any damage, with its added Macadamia Nut Oil, which is a great natural hair product ingredient. I mainly like to use this conditioner on the ends of my hair, as this is where I see the most dryness and is the main area that needs extra moisture and attention. It smells very similar to the shampoo, but on a less intense level, so its a lot nicer to use.

This is a lovely conditioner to use, its helps prevent damage whilst adding moisture to the hair. It helps to protect from heat damage and really makes my hair soft and shiny after use, as well as more manageable and stronger.

THIS ONE Replenishment Treatment
This is something I picked up a few months ago, after receiving a sample of the treatment with a Superdrug order I placed, and since then I absolutely love it. The replenishment treatment is basically a hair mask that helps to boost your hairs shine, radiance and softness, which for me it does all of that.

This is a product that I would use maybe a few times a month, for when I just want to improve the appearance and feel of my hair. It contains Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter and Black Oat Extracts, which all help to make your hair much softer and glossy, helping to boost its healthiness and moisture. I like to use this after washing my hair, towel drying it slightly and applying a generous amount throughout my hair and leaving to work its magic for up to 20 minutes, then rinsing out. It has quite a thick, creamy like texture, which I kind of prefer in a hair mask. It smells quite weird, but not in a disgusting way, I just cant describe it, its quite creamy, sweet, buttery and oily, buts its not unpleasant.

THIS ONE is a new brand that I have discovered, and from the products I have tested so far, I am super impressed. All there products are so affordable and have really helped to improve the health and strength of my hair, as well as the appearance. THIS ONE's products are suitable for all hair types, and even coloured hair! If you're looking to try out a new hair mask that's purse friendly, head on down to your local Superdrug and pick up this!

Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Deep Treatment
This is definitely a miracle hair care product that I own. I've been using the 3 minute miracle for years and its never let me down. There's so many versions of this, I usually go for the luscious long or take the heat, as I feel these suit my hair type best.

I like to use this with my Aussie Shampoo, and apply this treatment mainly to the lengths and ends of my hair, as this is where I see the most "damage" and area that needs the most attention. Simply work the treatment through, and leave for 3 minutes! If you want a deeper treatment, I sometimes leave this for 10-15 minutes, depending on the condition of my hair or when I used a hair mask last, as well as the colder months, as your hair can get damaged easier due to the weather. The 3 minute miracle treatment contains Australian Jojoba Seed Oil, which is a natural product that smells absolutely DELICIOUS, that is great at repairing and protecting the hair!

Over the years, I've gone through so many bottles of this! It is just a great hair care product and I would recommend this to everyone. Its great as a conditioner and hair mask treatment, and the Aussie range have a suitable product for all hair types. Its super affordable, around the £5 mark, long lasting and is available everywhere! I usually pick mine up in Boots or Superdrug, but it's also available in most supermarkets and online. So if you're looking for a new hair treatment, then give this one a go, its one of my all time favourites!

Aussie Aussome Volume Shampoo
I've been using Aussie hair care products for so long, that I think I've tried nearly every one of there shampoos, and this seems to be my favourite. This particular shampoo is a great volume booster for all hair types, especially fine or flat hair. Its a great lightweight shampoo that contains Australian Hops and Aloe Vera, that helps to leave your hair soft and healthy, as well voluminous and full!

One thing about Aussie products that always has me coming back is the smell! Every single product of there's smells absolutely gorgeous! It lathers up really nicely and really leaves your hair looking and feeling clean and fresh. My hair is always so soft after using this shampoo and it definitely is one my my heroes!

Aussie products are always such good value for money, so affordable and have separate ranged for all hair types. The volume shampoo is one of my favourites and something I always repurchase. I only have a little but left of this bottle, so a sneaky trips to the shops is in order!

So there we have my current hair care heroes, that I use to shampoo, condition and treat my hair with! I do tend to stick to the same or similar products or brands, as I know that it seems to work with my hair and I like the smell/effects it gives to me.

What are your hair care heroes? What hair shampoo/conditioner/treatment products are you currently using and loving? Have you tried any of the products I have featured today? Would you be interested in trying any I have featured?
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After seeing so many Lush hauls and blog posts, I thought it was about time I tried out this stuff for the first time. I had NEVER been into a Lush Store before, I had browsed on the website a few times, but never made an order. I just didn't see why it was so popular, until I received my first order in the post...
Lush Haul
When placing my order, I didn't want to go TOO overboard, just incase I didn't like the products or didn't really use them etc. But here's hoping that the products I chose were ones that I would love!

Here's what I ordered..
Lush Bath Bombs
First up, we have some of the bath bombs. These are what I knew I wanted to try! They have so many amazing coloured and scented ones, I could have spent hours trying to choose which ones I wanted! But in the end, I opted for 3!

Space Girl Bath Bomb
"Once you drop this into your bath, Space Girl crackles with space dust (popping candy) as it spins around your orbit, restoring your good cheer. Grapefruit oil is refreshing and uplifting for the mood, clarifying and toning the skin, while bergamot makes you feel relaxed and mildly euphoric."

Dragon's Egg Bath Bomb
"As the white outer layer of Dragon’s Egg fizzes into a light, creamy foam, it releases a drift of dissolving dragon’s scales (rice paper confetti) and crackling popping candy. As its golden inner core is revealed, your bathwater is transformed into a shimmering amber. It's bergamot and citrus scents leave you feeling transformed and invigorated, so perfect for a morning bath."

Lord of Misrule Bath Bomb
"This bath bomb, named after the ruler of the Pagan Feast of Fools, has a strange and magnificent fragrance created by Gorilla Perfumer Simon Constantine. This bomb will slowly dissolve to reveal a wine coloured centre, with the added sweetness of the world’s first fair trade vanilla absolute, perfectly balanced by the earthy scents of black pepper and patchouli oil."
Lush Bubble Bars
When I was browsing at other products on the website, I came across the bubble bars, and thought these would be so cool and fun to use! As I had no idea how to use them, I purchased the following 2, to see how I would get on with these.

Blue Skies Bubble Bar
"This melts into your bathwater, turning the water sky-blue, dotted with foam clouds. Patchouli is used as a relaxant by aromatherapists, while frankincense and cinnamon leaf oil add spicy, deep tones to the calming scent."

Creamy Candy Bubble Bar
"You’ll soon see how kind this is to thirsty skin when this is crumbled into the bathwater: Creamy Candy contains almond oil and butter chunks that melt onto the surface of the water, giving skin a velvety texture. Fair Trade vanilla absolute gives the bar its sweet smell."
Lush Mask of Magnaminty Face Cleanser
And finally, I bought one of the cleansing mask packs. I'd heard so many bloggers review and rave about this mask, that I wanted to try it out for myself. 

Mask of Magnaminty 
"You can use this mask anywhere. There’s mineral rich kaolin to nourish, honey for its antibacterial properties, and we used just the right amount of peppermint oil to stimulate the blood cells just under the surface of your skin so that this mask will leave your skin looking bright and refreshed."

Have you purchased anything from Lush recently? What are your favourite products? Which products would you recommend to me?
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So, I've seen lots and lots of bloggers post about their favourite products of 2013, including there favourite and most used hair care products, instead of jumping on that bandwagon, I've wanted to share with you all my Current Hair Care Heroes. When I had come up with the idea of this post, I did realise that I do actually use quite a few hair products, so I have split this little guide into two separate posts.

My hair is naturally quite thick and wavy, sometimes dry,  as well as being long ( below my shoulders), so keeping it looking strong and healthy can be quite the chore. But I think I have found some great, affordable products that help tame and nourish my hair! (products were bought in either Boots or Superdrug) So let's get started with part 1, and take a look at my styling and protecting products!

Haircare Heroes
(Products from left to right)
THIS ONE Light Hair Oil
This is the first sort of hair oil I have ever used, and after getting through quite a lot of the product, I am very impressed with how nourished, shiny and healthy my hair looks and feels. This oil is very lightweight and very smoothing on the hair, so you don't get product build up, tames frizz and fly aways, as well as helps to strengthen and moisturise the hair. I generally use this oil on freshly washed hair, when its 90% dry, on the lengths and the ends, to help prevent dryness, split ends and frizz, and it seems to work a treat!

THIS ONE Light Hair Oil contains a blend various oils, including, Moroccan Argan Oil, Brazilian Pequi Oil and Jojoba Oil, which helps to protect, nourish, maintain shine and improve frizz and smoothness of your hair. The packaging is simple and practical, featuring a gorgeous deep purple colour, very lightweight and easily transportable, perfect for those going away on holiday or weekends away. The bottle features a pump, which is perfect for depositing the right amount to use on your hair, so there's no waste and it doesn't spill everywhere. The oil has a lovely, pleasant smell. It has a gorgeous sweet and slightly nutty scent, which is a lovely feature as some hair care oils can smell quite chemically or just not very nice in general. 


As for if I would repurchase this hair oil again, I've been very impressed with how its helped to keep my hair nourished and moisturised. Its very long lasting, as you only need 1 or 2 pumps, and it smells great. Another great feature is that all THIS ONE's hair products are suitable for all hair types, as well as coloured hair, so I'm sure you'll find something you love from the range. As I previously said, this is the first hair oil that I've used, so I would definitely like to try others, but THIS ONE has definitely become a hair care hero!


THIS ONE Blow Dry Spray
I only bought this product 1 or 2 months ago, but it has definitely helped with the maintenance of my hair. I've never used a blow dry spray before, so I literally had no idea what to expect, but again I've been impressed with this product. THIS ONE Blow Dry Spray is a lightweight heat protection, that helps keep your hair protected for up to 220°C, perfect for those times you want to straighten or curl your hair, and obviously blow dry. This Blow Dry Spray also helps to tame frizz, helps strengthen and smooth, without weighing your hair down, or causing any product build up.

THIS ONE Blow Dry Spray contains a blend of conditioning ingredients, including Rice Bran Oil which is known to protect hair against dryness and damage, as well as Wheat Protein, Panthenol and a UV filter. Similar to the Hair Oil, the bottle is a great size for travelling, again features the gorgeous purple colour, and has a gorgeous sweet, slightly floral scent to it. I generally use this spray on freshly washed hair, when its 90% dry, spray through the lengths of my hair, as well as a little spray on the roots to help add a little volume.


This product definitely is worth trying out! Its so affordable, long lasting, smells gorgeous and helps to maintain, protect, nourish and add some volume to your hair. Again, this product is suitable for all hair types and coloured hair, so if you haven't ever tried a Blow Dry Spray before, I'd recommend you try this product! As this is the first Blow Dry Spray I've used, its not something that you generally need to include in your hair care routine, but I have really noticed a difference in my hairs appearance since using this!


TRESemmé Heat Defence Styling Spray
I've been using this Heat Defence Styling Spray for years, I have tried quite a few over the years, but this is something I always go back to, as it is great for keeping your hair protecting when straightening or curling, up to 230°C! I've recently finished my full size, large bottle of this, which you can find here, so having to use up all my travel size miniatures at the moment! This Heat Defence spray also helps to smooth any frizz and enhance/seal in shine!

I like to use the TRESemmé Heat Defence Styling Spray on freshly washed, damp hair, making sure I spray liberally from root to tip, making sure all my hair is covered, ready for any heat styling. With using this product for such a long time, I have noticed my hair is less dry, less brittle and I haven't seen as much brittleness and split ends. Again, having the little travel size bottle is great for travelling, its lightweight and just practical! travel size bottles are also great for trying out new products and seeing how you get on with them. As for the smell of the spray, it definitely smells like a hair product. Its not a smell that I personally love, I find it can be quite harsh and overwhelming, but I am willing to pursue with it,  as I know it works for my hair!


Overall, if you're looking for a reliable and affordable Heat Defence Spray that actually does what its meant to, I would definitely recommend this one. It helps to protect your hair from any heat damage and helps to keep your hair silky soft and shiny, even after straightening, blow drying and curling!


TRESemmé  Superior Hold Touchable Finish Hair Spray
Another travel sized product, that I absolutely adore. Once we've washed, dried and styled our locks, we all look for that hairspray to keep the style looking neat and tidy, long lasting and non sticky, and for me this is the perfect one!

I'm not someone who uses hairspray all the time, mainly if I'm going out and need my hair to look good, but I always like to use one that leaves my hair feeling soft and like there's no product in it. So this one is a winner for me, its quick drying, leaves your hair feeling light and not crispy and dry, and lasts all night! It also protects against humidity, frizz and fly-aways, and easily brushes out so you're not left with nasty, crispy hair!


As I previously said, I don't use hairspray that often, so a travel size bottle is a great product to have with me. Its small and practical for carrying around on a day to day basis! I've never had a problem with this hairspray and really like this one, so a definite recommendation would be in order! If you're someone who uses it everyday, I'm pretty sure it comes in a larger size bottle, so that would suit your needs better!


TRESemmé Split Remedy Leave in Treatment
Yet again, another TRESemmé product! This is something I've been using for around 4-5 months, and so far no problems and it seems to be preventing my hair from split ends! Its a lightweight sort of creamy formula, that I pump and massage into the ends of my hair, which just helps to protect and nourish your hair, to prevent breakage and damage.

Since using this product, I have noticed that the ends of my hair are less dry and brittle, much more smooth and silky than before. The product isn't greasy or oily, and smells lovely also! I simply massage a couple of pumps in freshly washed hair before blow drying and this seems to add moisture to my hair and make my hair more manageable and soft.


Its not a product that is really something that is a must have in a hair care routine, I think it just helps to keep your hair manageable and protected. It helps to protect and prevent your hair from any split ends and helps to keep your hair silky soft and shiny.


Aussie Miracle Hair Insurance Lightweight Conditioning Spray
I absolutely love Aussie products, so this one is just one of my all time favourites! This conditioning spray basically helps to protect and detangle your hair after washing. It helps to get rid of any knots or tangles, whilst nourishing and strengthening your hair.

Like all Aussie products, this spray smells absolutely lovely! It contains Australian Jojoba Seed Oil, which is great for your hair, as it helps to protect your hair from everyday wear and tear, as well as detangling when brushing!  The simple spray pump helps you evenly distribute the product evenly throughout your hair, and is just so simple and quick to use. I simply use this after I've washed my hair, and its slightly dry, then spritz all over and comb through.


I absolutely loves this! I've gone through so many bottles! This product definitely is worth trying out, it's so affordable, smells gorgeous and helps to maintain, protect and nourish your hair! Aussie products are usually on special offers all the time, so this is just a product worth getting!


Batiste Tropical Dry Shampoo
Pretty sure this is nearly every blogger's favourite product, and its something that is literally a miracle worker! For someone with long hair, this dry shampoo comes in handy as you can last a couple more days before you need to wash your hair, which is great, as washing your hair too often can be damaging! I'd never really heard of dry shampoos before I started blogging, so discovering this has literally changed my hair care!

Batiste is so quick and easy to use, it helps to refresh and revitalise your hair inbetween washes, helps to remove any grease or oils, to help create a clean and fresh look, with some added volume and texture! So simple to use, simply spritz it over your roots, brush it through and you're good to go! You just have to be sure not to spray it too close or brush it thoroughly as it can leave your hair looking a little white.


There are various sizes you can purchase of this product which is great, as you can keep the smaller size in your handbag when you're on the go, and spritz in your hair when you need a little touch up! There are a variety of scents of the dry shampoo which is great if you're not a fan of the tropical scent, very reminiscent of a holiday sort of scent, smells of coconut that I absolutely love! So overall, I think this product is amazing! Definite repurchase! Everyone needs to own a can of this!


So there we have my current hair care heroes, that I use to style and protect my hair with! I do tend to stick to the same or similar products or brands, as I know that it seems to work with my hair and I like the smell/effects it gives to me.


I will be doing a similar post, where I shall be sharing my Hair Care Heroes that I use to wash, condition or treat my hair! So look out for that one!


What are your hair care heroes? What hair styling products are you currently using and loving? Have you tried any of the products I have featured today? Would you be interested in trying any I have featured?
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 With over a year of blogging, and I haven't even reviewed what could possible be my favourite drugstore mascara?! I have chosen to write about the Accessorize Volumising Mascara in Jet Black, as this is probably my favourite, go to, and most used mascaras and I have been using it for so many years, it's never let me down! You can pick up this mascara for £4.95 in Superdrug, which is such a bargain price, and I have repurchased it so many times because I think it's the perfect mascara for me!
First of all, let's just admire how cool and quirky the packaging is! I absolutely love the leopard print and roses design that covers this mascara, its so bold and bright, and definitely helps you to find your mascara easily in your makeup bag! It's quite a girly design, with a quite wild and sexy look! Even though Accessorize isn't a makeup brand that has the same popularity as the likes of Bourjois, Rimmel or Sleek... but this mascara is probably the best mascara I have ever tried! 
I find that the brush on this mascara is the perfect size, which helps you to coat all the lashes, from root to tip, without any clumping or flaking, and also works really well at separating the lashes! It has a bristle type brush that gives just the right amount of product to apply, so no gloopy splodges on the end of the brush, and I feel that this really works well with my lashes.
As you can see from the above photo, this mascara is definitely a good one for giving your lashes a lengthening boost, which for someone with quite short lashes, is something I look for when choosing a mascara. Another bonus is that it is super quick and easy to remove - I normally use the L'oreal 3-1 Micellar Water on a cotton pad, and its removed in seconds!
This is what the mascara looks like just after one coat (excuse my messy brows), giving you quite a natural look, but with super long, volumised and black lashes! The mascara can easily be built up with more coats to give you a more dramatic eye look, without any clumping, which is perfect for a night out! I love that it really helps to open up and frame my eyes and make me look a lot more awake and alert!

So there we go, I have shared my thoughts on one of my all time favourite mascaras with you all! I hope you all liked reading my review and I would definitely recommend this mascara to all of you!

Have you tried this mascara before? What are your favourite mascaras? Would this be something you would like to try? What are your favourite Accessorize Products?
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I'm pretty sure that every girls dream is to have long, healthy flowing locks, which can be very hard to achieve and manage, but I have devised my top 10 tips that I follow to help promote and help with hair growth. Now, I am no expert when it comes to hair care, but these 10 tips are factors that I like to take on board to help look after my hair and keep it healthy and strong.

womens hair

1. Try Not To Use Heat / Little Heat As Possible
First time, and I'm sure we are all aware of this one! We all know that heat is one of the most damaging factors to our hair and is something you shouldn't use or try to use as little as possible. Heat can cause damage to your hair, breaking the strength of hair, causes dead ends, and ultimately breaks off you hair. When blow drying my hair, I like to make sure my hair is around 80% dry, before blow drying on a low, cool setting for a couple of minutes to prevent heat damage, as well as straightening on a low temperature. Yes, there are time we want to blow dry, straighten or curl our hair, buts its so important to use a heat defence treatment to help prevent damage to our locks. I like to use the TRESemme Protect Heat Defence Styling Spray, as this protects my hair up to 230°c, as well as smoothing any frizz and sealing in shine.

2. Get Your Hair Trimmed Regularly 
Getting your hair trimmed every so often, allows you to get rid of all the dead, split ends, which is an essential must for healthy looking hair. Trimming your hair also reduces hair breakage and damage. I usually get my hair trimmed every 8 - 10 weeks, removing about half an inch from the ends, which gets rid of any damaged, broken hair, as well as any split ends, which could travel up your hair, if left untrimmed and untreated. In-between trims, I like to use hair oils and treatments to help prevent split ends and damaged hair.

3. Having a Healthy, Balanced Diet
Now you're probably thinking what does your diet have with hair growth and sustaining healthy hair, but it is a very important factor! Since your hair is made from proteins, it is very important to make sure you are getting enough protein in your diets, whether it be from chicken, fish, eggs, cheese, nuts or pulses for example, these play an important role in keeping your hair healthy. These foods will help promote healthy keratin production, which are the building blocks of hair. Also, drinking plenty of water with help to promote a healthy scalp. Without drinking water, your hair and skin are the first places to show the most noticeable dehydration and dryness.

4. Massaging Your Scalp
Now, this is something we can all do, at any time of the day. Massaging the scalp for 15-20 minutes a day helps to stimulate the blood circulation to the hair follicles of the scalp, which helps to promote growth. This means more oxygen and nutrients are being delivered to the scalp, which is good for hair growth. Even massaging your hair whilst you are shampooing or applying your hair mask can help to increase the blood flow!

5. Avoid Washing Your Hair Everyday
This is definitely one of the most important and most useful tips if you are wanting to grow your hair! Washing your hair everyday means you are washing away all the natural oils that your hair produces that are essential for hair growth. Washing these oils away is unhealthy for your hair and can leave it looking dry and rough. I try to wash my hair every 3-4 days, and if my hair is looking a but dull or lacking volume/shine, I spritz in a bit of Batiste Tropical Dry Shampoo, to give my hair a little boost, so I get an extra day without washing.

6. Switch Up Your Shampoos + Conditioners
This is a tip that I learnt about recently and it is definitely something that does help hair growth. At the moment, I currently have 3 shampoos (Aussie Luscious Long Shampoo, John Frieda Volume Shampoo and Headmasters SOS Moisture Shampoo) and 2 conditioners on the go (Aussie 3 Minute Miracle and Headmasters SOS Moisture Conditioner), in order to help me switch up my hair products. This tip stops your hair getting used to the products and helps to avoid product build up on the scalp, which would lead to oily/greasy hair.

7. Avoid Very Tight Hairstyles
Avoiding tight hairstyles on a regular basis is important for hair growth. Having your hair tightly done will increase the likeliness for breakage and hair loss. Having your hair in loose plaits or ponytails, or leaving your hair down is a lot better and relaxing for your hair. Also, if you are tying your hair up in any way, make sure to use the hair bands without the metal part, as your hair can get stuck in these, and cause damage and breakage.

8. Use Oil Treatments and Essential Oils
This is something that I've only been doing for the past few months, but already I have seen a huge difference in the appearance of my hair. Using oils on the hair helps to nourish, smooth and enhance shine, as well as taming any frizz of fly aways, all leading to stronger and healthier hair. I generally only use oils on the tips of my hair, to help heal any split ends and help my hair feel softer and smoother. Also using oil treatments/masks is a great way to add some much needed moisture and hydration to your hair. Using natural oils like Olive Oil, Tea Tree Oil, Coconut Oil or Almond Oil, and massaging it gently through the scalp, leaving on for up to 1 hour before washing, is a great way to boost your hairs appearance!

9. Brush Your Hair Carefully
Now this might seem like a bit of a no brainer, but making sure you brush your hair carefully is an important step to stop your hair from breaking and snapping. Brushing your hair to excess can actually pull hairs out of the scalp and therefore cause hair loss. Not something we want! If you are brushing your hair after its been washed, make sure you leave it to dry naturally (about 80% dry) before taking a comb through it, as well as using a detangling spray or leave in conditioner!

10. Use A Weekly Hair Mask
Using a hair mask is such an easy step into making your hair stronger and healthier. There are so many different hair masks on the market, you will most definitely find one to suit your hair type, as it is important to use the correct one. When I apply a hair mask, I like to use it on freshly washed, towel dried hair, when I take a wide comb to brush the mask from root to tip, to make sure all my hair is covered. Make sure you use a mask every week, and your hair will stay very shiny, soft, and healthy!

What are your tips for hair growth? What products do you use to keep your hair healthy and strong? 

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Hello lovelies! Hope you are all well!
A while back now, I asked on Twitter is anyone would be interested in seeing my guide to a pamper evening, and I've just got round to writing it up now.

From time to time, we all have those long, miserable days where we've been stressed, whether it be from work, school, college/uni or just general life problems. Now and again, I think its important to make ourselves feel better and give yourself a little pamper to perk us up! A little "me time" is definitely in order as a way to de-stress, relax and refresh ourselves.

I've devised my 10 tips for My Guide to The Perfect Pamper, so lets get started!
1. Run a Nice, Relaxing Hot Bath
This is probably the best way to relax and take a time out from life! With a few luxurious bath products, some gorgeous scented candles and some dimmed lights, this creates the perfect calm and relaxing atmosphere.
I love using the Radox Bubble Baths! They have some absolutely gorgeous scents and all help to make you feel calm and relaxed!

2. Remove your Make Up
Removing your make up after a long day is a must! This allows you to remove all the dirt and grime you skin has had to deal with and puts the day behind you. Its also important to cleanse and refresh your skin, and give it a little boost!
I generally remove my make up with the L'oreal Micellar Water and the L'oreal Cleansing & Perfecting Milk.

3. Use a Hair Mask
We all want soft, silky and healthy hair, and using hair masks is a great way to help achieve this. There are so many different hair masks on sale, each doing a different thing, each smelling differently and each specifically for certain hair types, so this is something that EVERYONE can do! Using a hair mask once or twice a week gives your hair a luxurious condition and helps make it healthier and stronger! 
Hair Masks that I've been loving include the Naked Rescue Repairing Hair Treatment, Aussie 3 Minute Miracle and THIS ONE Hair Replenishment Mask.

4. Apply a Face Mask
I absolutely love using face masks! They help to improve the appearance and feeling on the skin and helps to remove all the dirt, impurities and extra oils. Again these come in all sorts of variations from gel masks to clay masks etc, all different scents and all different skin types. 
I've been loving the Una Brennan Tea Flower Clay Mask and the Boots Botanics Ionic Clay Mask.

5. Cosy Loungewear
I think that cosy loungewear is a must for a pamper evening! We all want time to relax and de-stress, and some cosy pyjamas or a onesie is the perfect attire! These just allow you to be warm and comfortable and enjoy the evening ahead!

6. Paint your Nails
This is pretty much an optional step in a pamper session, but its one that can make you feel happy and make you feel good. Painting your nails can be quite time consuming, but when you have an evening to relax, this is the perfect task to carry out when wanting to relax and be calm!

7. Grab a Nice Drink
Enjoying one of your favourite drinks is the perfect way to relax and feel comforted! Whether it be a cheeky glass of wine, a warm drink or whatever tickles your fancy, having something you like is a great way to feel relaxed and is a perfect way to feel pampered.

8. Treat Yourself
Whether its doing some online shopping, ordering your favourite meal from the takeaway or indulging in your favourite food and drinks, treating yourself after a long and stressful day is the perfect way to make you feel better!

9. Skin Care Routine
Having a continuous skin care routine is the best way to keep your skin looking great and healthy! This is perfect for refreshing yourself and revitalising your skin. Maybe for a perfect pamper evening, try choosing a product you wouldn't normally use or buy, to give your skin that extra boost of hydration and moisture!

10. Cosy up in Bed
The best way to end a perfect pamper is to cosy up in a nice, freshly made, warm bed! This is by far the best way to feel relaxed, comfortable and to end the day. Whether you like to read a book, watch a film, write up a blog post or just generally browse the internet, this allows you to settle down and create a nice atmosphere ready to sleep. Maybe lighting a few scented candles, having some comfy cushions and a super soft blanket throw is the perfect way to feel cosy and warm!

So these are my Top 10 tips to the perfect pamper evening! Obviously these don't all have to be used when you need a little pick-me-up, but including a few of these after a long, stressful day is the perfect way to make you feel better and to cheer yourself up!

What are your tips to the perfect pamper evening? What products do you use when pampering yourself?

Have you checked out my blogger of the month "A Simple Melody"?

** All images used are from Google.co.uk/not my own photography
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So for today's post, it's a new addition to my blog, a food related post! Since I was young, I've always been involved with cooking in my house, whether it was helping to prepare dinner or making it myself, I've always enjoyed cooking! So I wanted to share with you all a recipe for some yummy biscuits I made earlier this week!

So let's get started!
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
You will need...
275g of Plain Flour
1 large table spoon of Ground Ginger
1 teaspoon of Baking Powder
3/4 of teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/4 of teaspoon Salt
125g of Butter, softened
200g of Caster Sugar
1 medium Egg
1 tablespoon of Water
4 tablespoons of Golden Syrup
2 tablespoons of Caster Sugar
Icing Sugar
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 1 - Preheat your oven to 180 C / Gas mark 4. Sift together the flour, ginger, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt, in a large mixing bowl. 
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 2 - Add the butter into a small bowl and soften in the microwave for 20/30 seconds.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 3 - Add the egg, golden syrup and water into the dry ingredients.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 4 - Mix together and add the softened butter to the mixture.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 5 - Combine all the ingredients until you get a solid mixture. If it is a little too wet, just add some extra plain flour.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 6 - Roll the biscuit mixture into small balls, roll in some caster sugar, and place on a lined baking tray.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 7 - Place into the oven and cook for 10 - 12 minutes.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 8 - Whilst your biscuits are cooking, combine some Icing Sugar and Water into a paste for the glaze.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 9 - After the biscuits are cooked, transfer them to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.
Soft Glazed Ginger Biscuits Recipe
Step 10 - Complete the biscuits by drizzling over the iced glaze and enjoy with a lovely cup of tea!

If you cant finish all these tasty biscuits in one sitting, place them in a biscuit tin or tupperware box, and keep tightly sealed to keep fresh!

Have you done any baking over the festive season? Would my recipe be something you might try out? What are your favourite biscuits to bake?
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AD - GIFTED | Today I am going to be posting a Winter Warmer post, with a review of a product I was kindly sent from Funzee! Funzee onesies are made for men and women, and are exclusively available in the UK from our website! The range of onesies from this brand is constantly growing and evolving, and they have so many lovely colours and prints to choose from!

The Onesie craze has been everywhere!, its been a runaway hit with top celebs being snapped wearing these giant babygrow-esque suits. With so many designs, colours and prints, there is definitely a onesie for everyone! A perfect winter essential for everybody, and something that would make a lovely Christmas gift! So I was over the moon to find out the lovely people at Funzee were sending me one of their Funzee's for this review.

The lovely people at Funzee hadn't told me which onesie I would be gifted, but when it arrived, I was kindly sent the Wild Style Leopard Spot Print Onesie*, which I was absolutely over the moon with! I absolutely love leopard print, so the lovely people at Funzee definitely picked an amazing one for me! After receiving an little email saying that my onesie for review had been dispatched, it was quickly delivered a couple of days later, and I couldn't wait to get my hands on it and put it on!

Features of the Wild Funzee Onesie*
- Made of 100% soft, jersey cotton
- Hooded for extra cuteness
- Zipper down front
- Ribbed ankles and cuffs to improve fit
- Large front pockets to keep hands warm and handy breast pocket
- Machine wash on cool or 30 degrees
- Not Footed - too unhygienic - but try our non slip, anti-bac. Socks
- Available in full Unique funzee unisex size range, XPetite – XXLarge. 
- This adult onesie is great for sleepovers or pyjama parties

Wild Funzee Onesie
When this arrived, I literally had to put it on straight away! With the weather getting colder and heading into winter, this onesie is just absolutely perfect! The cotton material is so soft and doesn't get you overheated like some thicker onesies can do, which for me is a definite bonus! With me being 5ft 5, I opted for the size Medium, which is suitable for those between 5ft4 and 5ft 8, and was a perfect fit, not too long, not too short and perfect spacious and comfortable! Exactly what you want for a onesie!  The leopard print pattern is something I absolutely love and I think it is such a bold and wild design! Also, the cuff feature is something that is very practical and another bonus, just makes the onesie a lot more comfortable and helps with a more improved fit! And finally, the onesie feature to large pockets, so if your hands ever get cold, Funzee have that covered!

Funzee offer such a vast selection of other prints and patterns, so if leopard print isn't your thing, I'm pretty certain you will find something ! Another pro point of Funzee is there sizing is generous, it's designed to be loose fit with cuffs and ankles ribbed. Because really... who wants a tight and uncomfortable onesie now?!? The simplest way to get the right size is to choose the nearest height to your own, and you will find the perfect size for you!

If you've never visited or shopped with Funzee, I'd definitely recommend them to everyone! They have such a helpful and friendly advisor's, who offer such excellent customer service. They offer such quality products are so well made and offer a large selection of styles. If you're looking to buy a onesie for yourself or as a gift for someone else, definitely go check out Funzee, you WON'T be disappointed!

RRP - £28.95


Have you heard of Funzee before? Do you already own a onesie? What colour/design/pattern is yours? Are you looking to get one? What are your perfect Winter Warmers?


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AD - GIFTED | For those struggling to find little gifts for the lads and dads in there lives, here's something you might enjoy! I was recently contact by the lovely Jessica from IWOOT, after responding to a tweet about a blogger collaboration for products to use in a Christmas Gift Guide/Review, to which I jumped at the chance!

If you've never heard of www.iwantoneofthose.com/‎, then here's a little information. IWOOT is an online store that sells a super large variety of gifts, gadgets and toys perfect for any occasion and person! You'll find a whole selection of gifts ranging from Christmas gifts, super cool gadgets, amazing toys, home + garden gifts, geeky unusual gifts and experience days to name a few!

Moustache Mug Gift
Moustache Mug Gift
Moustache Mug Gift
Moustache Mug Gift
Moustache Mug Gift
This moustache mug* would be a perfect stocking filler surprise, a Secret Santa gift, smaller Christmas present, a funny gift for your work/office friends or even just for a lover of tea/coffee or hot chocolate! This mug has such a cool bold design, featuring 2 different style moustaches on each side and the size of the mug is pretty HUGE! This is an amazing Christmas present for any male friend/relative, so he won't miss his Movember tash come Christmas! I would definitely recommend this to anyone considering buying it, it's fabulous and it would make an awesome gift.

Have you heard/visited IWOOT before? Would you buy this amazing, quirky moustache mug for any man in your life? What are your gift ideas for him?


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