Neutrogena Hydroboost Skincare

Neutrogena have just launched their new 'Hydro Boost' skincare range which looked so good I just had to give it a try. The range is designed to give your skin maximum hydration through the use of some exciting new technology in the products. Read on to hear more about the innovative background behind the range and my opinions on three of the products! 

Simply Straight: Ceramic Coated Straightening Brush

Today I'll be reviewing a product that has intrigued me ever since I first saw it: Simply Straight - a straightening hair brush by JML. In a nutshell, it's a hairbrush with ceramic plates that heat up sufficiently to straighten your hair. It claims to be quick, safe and gentle on the hair - a better alternative to the conventional straightener. I'm sure you'll agree that sounds great, but did it live up to expectations?

Read on to find out more...

PHB Beauty: Acne/Blemish Skincare

PHB Ethical Beauty is a brand that I love to feature on my blog - not only because they make fantastic products, but also because of the principles they stand for. Today I'll be reviewing two skincare products from the acne/blemishes skin concern range: the anti-blemish treatment gel and the balancing exfoliator. I've recently been taking my fourth year medical exams - so my skin was, unfortunately, in the perfect state to see if these products worked! 

Read on to hear a bit more about the background behind the company and my thoughts on these two products.

Fair Squared: Coconut Hair Oil

If you're someone who likes to buy fair trade when you can, then you'll be very excited to hear that 'Fair Squared' have launched their range of fair trade, organic and vegan personal care in the UK. Their range encompasses hair care, skin care (including shaving products), bath and shower products, as well as personal products like condoms!

I've been trying out their coconut hair oil in an attempt to rejuvenate my sad-looking, and feeling, hair. Read on to hear what I thought! 

Beauty from Tesco: BD Trade Secrets - Radiant Bronze Dream Shimmer Highlighter

A lot of us, myself included, seem to forget that we don't have to go to drug stores or department stores to find make-up... our local supermarkets offer a surprisingly good range of products! Today I'm going to talk about an absolute gem of an item that is sold at Tesco in the BD Trade Secrets range.  Read on to hear more...

Summerdown Mint: Shampoo & Conditioner

For some time, I've been on the lookout for a haircare range that is free from any "nasties" and will not only nourish my hair, but actually protect and invigorate it too. I've finally found my match with this Summerdown Mint duo that uses fantastic natural ingredients to put life back into your hair. Read on to hear more...

benecos: Apricot & Elderflower Body Peeling Scrub

The key to more radiant and silky-smooth skin is to exfoliate. With the summer coming up, it's the perfect time to invest in a new body scrub to get your body looking bikini-ready. 'benecos' have recently brought out a fantastic new body exfoliator that I couldn't wait to try out. If you haven't heard of the brand before, they're a company that develop natural cosmetics, skincare and haircare. All of their products are vegan, BDIH certified and are made from plant extracts controlled by organic farming. Above all of that, they also are sulphate free and do not contain any nasties like paraffin, parafens, silicones, PEG, synthetic colours, fragrances or preservatives. 

For the past couple of months I've been using their Apricot and Elderflower Body Peeling Scrub. Read on to hear my thoughts...

Ped Egg Power: Cordless

With this recent heat wave we've been experiencing here in the UK, I've loved being able to wear sandals. Luckily, my feet were already prepped for the occasion and the Ped Egg Power was essential to this. 

Read on to hear all about my thoughts on this product...

iMantara by Thai-Square Spa: Siamese Sole Line

With sandal-weather fast approaching it's time to get our feet ready for the summer! Luckily, iMantara have the perfect foot care duo which will leave feet feeling soft and supple. 

Read on to hear more about the Siamese Sole range...

Elemental Beauty: Foundation and Illuminator

If, like me, you often worry about the ingredients in your make-up that you're putting on your face everyday, then I would recommend trying some natural, mineral make-up. The advantage is that you're using a purer product, free from chemicals which performs just as well, if not better, than the drugstore equivalents. Elemental Beauty is a UK company that produces handmade mineral cosmetics with the added benefits of being cruelty-free, vegan, Halal and Kosher... perfect for everyone! I've recently been trying out one of their foundations and one of their illuminators... Read on to hear all about my experience.

Astral Face and Body Moisturiser

When it comes to skincare, I'm always on the look out for a 'holy grail' moisturiser. Sure, I love using those luscious body butters and those perfumed oils - but sometimes, you just need a tried-and-true method to give your skin some intense nourishment and moisture. Astral is one such product that has been around for over 60 years and I've recently discovered it. Read on to hear all about my thoughts on this affordable, highly effective cream...

Braun Satin Hair 7 IonTec Brush with Natural Bristles

As surprising as it may be, brushing your hair can cause a lot of damage to your hair which is why it's essential to use the right brush. If you find yourself tugging too hard then you could be at risk of damaging the hair follicles, increasing the risk of fall out, and breaking off any brittle ends. The key to healthy hair is gentle brushing - which, if you have fine hair or just lots of it, can often seem impossible due to knots. Luckily, Braun have just brought out a new hairbrush that is designed especially to make brushing smooth and easy with the use of some incredible technology. Read on to hear more...

Eco by Sonya: Skincare Review

With the summer behind us, it can be hard to say goodbye to our tanned, glowing skin and embrace the darker, colder months of Autumn and Winter. Luckily, skincare has come such a long way that we don't necessarily need to say goodbye - with proper care we can maintain our tan and keep our skin feeling good all year round. Previously, I've never been to keen on using self-tanning creams and lotions because I've been wary of what ingredients are being used to, effectively, stain my skin. With a bit of research I've learnt that most companies use an extensive range of synthetic 'nasties' and GM ingredients in their tanners and, also, in their regular skincare. As a result, I was so excited to find 'Eco by Sonya' - an Australian brand which creates organic, natural products that include products to create a tan, but also products to maintain a tan. 'Organically Epic' are now stocking 'Eco by Sonya' in the UK - so I couldn't wait to share with you my experience of the brand and four of my favourite products. 

PHB All In One Natural Mascara

This year I discovered PHB Ethical Beauty and absolutely fell in love with their skincare. As a make-up junkie, I couldn't wait to give their cosmetics a go and, with my holiday fast approaching, their water-resistant, award-winning, All-In-One Natural Mascara looked like the perfect match for me.

Read on to hear all about my experience trying it out...

Bonacure Sun Protect Travel Kit

Although we all enjoy the summer months, there's so denying that it's easily the toughest time for our hair. Whether it's purely just from the influence of the sun, or from the combination with chlorine or salt, the summer can leave our hair dry, damaged and faded. Bonacure have developed their 'Sun Protect' range which is designed especially to prevent and repair such damage. Their travel set contains three essential products (all 100ml each so perfect to take on holiday) packaged in a gorgeous wet bikini bag. 

Read on to hear more about these products and my experience with them...

femfresh: Daily Intimate Wash

Although almost all of us recognise the need to use different cleansing products on our hands, face, feet and body, a lot of us ladies don't seem to realise that our intimate areas need to be treated differently too. For those of us who love a bit of pampering, 'femfresh' have created a range of skin care products for down there.

Read on to learn a little bit more about why 'femfresh' is best for your intimate areas...

Fearne: From Dusk 'Til Dawn Eyes

Today, I wanted to share with you a little gem of a palette that I have in my make-up collection. Some of you may recall that Fearne Cotton launched a make-up range with Boots. Although I'm often a bit cynical when it comes to celebrity and cosmetics collaborations, I'm a huge fan of Fearne and, when I saw this palette, I just couldn't resist. Read on to see lots of pictures and hear about my feelings on the palette...

ARTDECO Celebration Iconic Collection: The Make-Up Base

ARTDECO is a German make-up brand that I've been keen to try for a long time now. Although still relatively new to the UK, ARTDECO are rapidly becoming more popular and I find myself admiring their range on a regular basis. With the launch of their Celebration Iconic Collection I decided it was about time I treated myself to see exactly what all the fuss was about... and, boy, do I get it now! 

Read on to hear all about the collection and my experience with 'The Make-Up Base'. 

Accessorize 'Paradise' Eyeshadow Palette

After falling head-over-heels in love with the Accessorize 'Exposed' palette, I couldn't wait to get my hands on another from their range. After the gorgeous neutral shades in 'Exposed', I decided to try out some brighter colours for the summer and the 'Paradise' palette gives the perfect combination of both pastels and brighter, more metallic shades. 

Read on to see plenty of swatches and examples of how I've been wearing these colours on the lids...

June Beauty Favourites

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