EcoTools Makeup Brushes and No7 Brush Cleanser

I fancied doing a blog post about this fantastic set of EcoTools brushes.

I purchased these around May/June last year, and they are still going strong! Compared to other brushes on the market, they are reasonably priced and are often on offer at many retailers.

I have replaced my foundation brush twice as I often find for hygiene reasons it's great to do this (and because they aren't too expensive). But, to be honest, I really don't rate their eyebrow brush and comb- I have had two of these over the period of a few months- but the comb falls apart and the bristles fall out (DO NOT BUY!).

I make sure I cleanse these brushes regularly, and I've found the No7 Makeup Brush Cleanser a fantastic reasonably priced non-greasy product to use- MUCH better than the mac comparison!

I definitely think that this is the key to keeping your brushes lovely for longer!

£8 at Boots

Absolutely SensationNail!

Like a few of my other recent posts, I have been meaning to write about the SensatioNail nail system for a while!
I've had this machine for around 6 months now and I've been using it non-stop! At £69.99 for the starter kit, I was a bit hesitant to invest incase it didn't quite live up to my expectations.. Luckily, my mum decided she would also like to try it- so we ended up sharing the price- not so bad after all!
This kit is AMAZING! If you think.. you'd pay £30 for a good gel nail polish application, you basically earn your money back in two sittings!
The look is fantastic- shiny, professional nails that are so easily done (just like normally painting your nails- except with a UV light). One of the great things about this is you have the freedom to do both your toenails and fingernails, which would undoubtedly cost you a bomb in any decent salon.
I've even done a few friends nails for summer balls etc., and it's great. They have a huge range of colours (see here)- from pastels, to neons, vibrants, french manicure and clears and they will last forever (I've included a small image of my growing collection)...
The kit comes with an easy step by step guide too- no trouble at all.
Check the website too, they're ALWAYS doing fantastic bundle offers on colours and starter kits!
The process can damage your nails, so make sure you routinely use cuticle oil and give your nails a few days break with a treatment polish.
Enjoy!
http://www.sensationail.co.uk/
Also available at Boots and other retailers.

Pink Chiffon

Tag me Taupe

Heirloom Lilac

Pink Bouquet

Colgate Max White One

For the last few weeks, I've been testing out the new 'Colgate Max White One'. It was on half price offer, so I thought why not! I have to say, at the usual RRP price of £3.99, this seems rather too expensive just for a toothpaste! £1.99 still seemed quite a lot for me, when toothpastes are usually on such great offers (but, don't worry, it seems to always been on offer somewhere!).

I'd actually heard great things about the toothpaste! Teamed with the fact that I had always desired whiter, brighter teeth, meant that I had to try it.

I should have probably pictured my teeth to track the progress, but, it doesn't actually seem necessary with the results I got!


Colgate claim:

Colgate MaxWhite One with White Accelerator micro-crystals contains ingredients similar to those used by dentists.

It safely removes stains and prevents tartar build-up to help your teeth become one shade whiter in just one week.

Continued use will help keep them whiter for longer!

My dentist has always told me to avoid using whitening toothpaste as it can damage the enamel- so I'd be really interested to hear any professional opinions on this product!

Within a week, I definitely saw a visible difference!

I highly recommend- I've even got my mum hooked too!

(I use the 'Active' version: Buy it now at Boots and receive a free Nails Inc Nail Polish!)

Bee Strong!

I've been saving up a few posts that I have composed over the weekend and hadn't had time to submit!
Every spare minute I get, I'm typing up a blog post as a note on my phone ready to publish!

I'd been meaning to write this post for a while! About a month ago I started to use the new Herbal Essences: Bee Strong.
I'd been a massive fan of Hello Hydration for quite a long time, so I was a bit hesitant to swap to something different..

But actually, I'm converted! Not only does it smell absolutely divine, it gives the same moisturising effect as Hello Hydration, but without masking and making the hair feel heavy. I hate that just washed weighty hair that won't do anything- but this is great! I'm really looking forward to trying out their range of intensives!

Definitely one to try!

Shampoo/Conditioner: £3.89/400ml
Other products available!

Buy it now!

SPA DAY!

I HAD to write a post about this amazing product I discovered the other day!

I went for a lovely spa visit with my mum for a nice mother daughter day before I head back to university! We've been quite a few times and always have such a nice time chilling by the pool, going in the jacuzzis and having a yummy lunch. Quite often, we treat ourselves to a massage or a facial, but this time we decided to do something different- a Mii makeup lesson!

Me and my mum are such PRODUCTS fans, we love trying the latest things on the market- and we were really intrigued to try the Mii brand, especially as neither of us had ever tried mineral makeup!

We sort of expected a small session explaining how to apply and use the different items, but it ended up lasting around an hour and a half! We were taught how to best use each individual product and which colours would best match our skin tones and colouring. We went through foundation, bronzer, concealer, eyeshadows and also cream pencils- it was really great!

But, the one product which really stood out to me was their Heavenly Bronzing Gel. I have never seen anything like this before- a light gel which adds such a nice colour and glow to the skin. I am always fake tanning, so this instant bronzed look was just up my street, no faffing around with anything before I go to bed. At £18.50, the 30ml bottle is quite pricey- but so versatile! You can apply straight to the face prior to your base (I use a large brush- but you can also use fingertips), mix with foundation or moisturiser to darken your look or even wear alone! The product is also SPF15, which is great for protecting your skin all day everyday!

Honestly one of the best products I have EVER used- so simple. I have been using now for around a week and I have had no break outs or problems! Definitely one to try- the consultant said her bottle had lasted her over a year!

£18.50 (30ml) - One colour suits all: Goddess

Mii Cosmetics

Montagne Jennesse Blemish Mud!

So, I know I haven't blogged for quite a long time, but I thought.. no better comeback than to tell you all about my new amazing discovery!

I've just had a long summer break from university and I am heading back to my studies in a few weeks! I've been really busy working, so I haven't really had a chance to post my reviews and ideas, but now I do!

I've got so many things to tell you all about, but I am just dying to write a piece on a product I discovered a few days ago... Montagne Jennesse Blemish Mud!

Now I'm sure you've probably all heard of this brand as it is sold by various big health and beauty retailers but I'd never seen this particular product before. I'm always buying face masks, especially at uni as it's such a relaxing treat lying in the bath on a Sunday evening with a fruity face mask.

Recently.. I don't know whether it's been the hot weather or the amount of sweets and chocolate I have been eating, but my skin has been awful! I absolutely hate having bad skin and will always try my best to find some form of solution each time, whether it be toothpaste or tea tree, you name it, I've tried it!

Whilst I was browsing Missguided online (as you do....), I was purchasing two dresses, which very annoyingly came to £39.98 (FREE POSTAGE WAS £40)! This lead me to the beauty section where I discovered this gem! I thought perfect, that'll do it.. not really feeling very excited about the product at the time.

I experimented with this yesterday, it smells absolutely gorgeous and is so easy to apply with great coverage- I think you could even get two masks out of one packet! I had several blemishes around my chin and forehead, and after wearing the mask for around 10-15 minutes, I felt a visible difference in both swelling and colour when removing with a warm cloth! The mask contains both Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Dead Sea Salt, Clay and Willow all excellent ingredients to fight spots, soothe and aid inflammation.

I have to say, a day after, my skin is looking a lot more radiant and fresh and my blemishes appear to be drying up and on their way out.

I don't think there is a perfect, instant solution to clearer skin, but this product certainly helps! I am going to continue to use this around once a week- I'll let you know how I get on!

Get yours for 99p:
http://www.missguided.co.uk/catalog/product/view/id/88283/s/blemish-mud-face-mask/category/545/