Beach Blonde Brought Back

I can't even begin to tell you the EXCITEMENT I have that the lovely John Frieda have re-released the Beach Blonde range after it was discontinued around a decade ago. I'd written to them advising them of my distress but to no avail.

So, when I was shopping the other week, I see it there, on the shelves, looking all pretty and sparkly and waving at me, I couldn't believe my eyes!

It's is honestly, the best holiday shampoo and conditioner I've ever used, nothing else has come close. It's minty fresh scent reminds me of holidays and sunshine and happiness. It gently cleanses hair of chlorine, salt and sunscreen. The conditioner softens and smoothes hair without weighing it down. I just love it! 

John Fried says:

NEW!BEACH BLONDECOOL DIP PURIFYING SHAMPOO

• Cleanse your hair of daily dirt and product build-up with this purifying shampoo which leaves hair feeling silky soft and lightly textured, for an effortlessly tousled beach style.
• Infused with spearmint and notes of citrus for a fresh fragrance that evokes nostalgic memories of summer vacations at the beach, while the cooling complex leaves an invigorating and refreshing sensation.
• Suitable for all hair types and shades, including colour-treated hair.

NEW!BEACH BLONDESMOOTH SEAS DETANGLING CONDITIONER

• Prep your hair for an effortlessly tousled beach style while softening, for a silky-smooth finish.
• Expertly formulated with Kukui Nut Oil, which is rich in Omega 3, this lightweight conditioner gently detangles and nourishes dry and damaged hair without leaving it feeling weighed down or limp.
• Infused with spearmint and notes of citrus for a fresh fragrance that evokes nostalgic memories of summer vacations at the beach, while the cooling complex leaves an invigorating and refreshing sensation.
• Suitable for all hair types and shades, including colour-treated hair.

You can purchase from most supermarkets, but I found mine from Sainsburys, priced at around £5.99 each for 250ml.

Well done John Frieda, I'm sure you've made a lot of women very happy.

Does anyone else share my happiness?

Jx

Sunday snuggles

To be perfectly honest, this probably doesn't warrant a post to itself, but my youngest fur baby had been super affectionate this morning! We had some lovely cuddles. This is what Sundays are about! 

We've had Molly Moo just over a year now, and I've invested so much time and love into making her as lovely as she is. I couldn't imagine how much joy she would bring me.

Molly is a silver marbled Bengal, and absolutely bonkers! She is the second bengal I've had (my mum has one) and they are a particularly lively cat, not one for someone who hasn't had experience in keeping cats, as they are not normal! 

Molly is crackers! She's talks, jumps on the tops of doors, rushes around like a nutter, I've honestly never known a cat like her! But couldn't be without her now.

Has anyone else got a Bengal? What are they like?

Jx

Oh so lovely

I'm a little bit obsessed with flamingos, and anyone that knows me will confirm this, I loved them before they became "fashionable" but I'm so glad they did. What's not to love about them? They're pink and sleep on one leg! Cute! They can grown up to 5 ft in height and weigh only 8 lbs! They are the ultimate supermodel bird! 

I got an amazing cushion yesterday which sparked this post, my husband is yet to see it (he's away camping - madness) so I'm hoping he approves! 

A steal from ASDA! 

I loved it as sometimes, a lot of novelty items have cartoon flamingos or they haven't done the face properly, but this little beauty is just perfect! I love him!

Not long ago I got a lovely gift in the post from my friend Kate, love post presents! 

Has anyone else seen anything cute that's flamingo related recently? I'd love to know! 

Jx

Nuxe Samples

The lovely people at lookfantastic sent me a few face cream samples to try from the Nuxe Merveillance range. I got the day cream, eye cream and the night cream. 

The creams are very rich and although a lovely scent, it's not the famous Nuxe fragrance that I adore. 

I tried the regenerating night cream last night and I manged to squeeze a bit out for tonight as when I woke this morning my skin felt so soft and smooth. Whether that was a combination of use with the Eve Lom cleanser I got in my lfbeautybox I'm not sure, but I loved it. My skin felt nourished and pampered when I applied it. 

It's hard to judge on an eye cream, well any cream after just one application. I couldn't tell you if it does what it claims to do just what it's like you apply. 

The lifting eye cream is of decent texture and not too thin and watery like some. Felt light to apply and didn't sting around the delicate eye area. 

Finally I was given a sample of the rich correcting day cream. Similar texture to that of the night cream just not as rich. Absorbed well into my skin for a good base for my make up. Very smooth and velvety. 

All of these can be purchased through lookfantastic 

http://m.lookfantastic.com/elysium.search?autocomplete=searchsuggestion&search=nuxe%20merveillance

Prices range between £29-£39

I'd love to know if anyone has tried a whole jar of one of these products.

Let me know...

Jx

Nuxe Crème Fraiche Masque

This Crème Fraiche Mask by French brand Nuxe is pure pampering perfection!

 

I received a 50ml size mask in my Glossy Box this month and was absolutely delighted! I couldn't wait for a relaxing bath to try it out!

The texture is quite light, non oily and goes on almost translucent so not at all heavy on the delicate skin of the face, this product is paraben free (no nasties) but still comes with that devine Nuxe signature scent. 

I can honestly say that it made my skin feel nourished and and soft, perfect base for make up on a night out where you don't want too much moisturiser. I will definitely be purchasing this!

Pure Saturday Perfection! 

You can buy from Lookfantastic here for £12.99 with free delivery:

http://m.lookfantastic.com/nuxe-creme-fraiche-mask-50ml/10668014.html

Has anyone else tried this beautiful face mask? 

Jx

Nice Nuxe

Nuxe is a French brand and is one oft current favourites. It was founded more than 20 years ago by Aliza Jabes. Its story is all about natural scientific excellence and being glamorous. The brand was launched in the UK a few years ago and it’s also present in more than 64 countries around the world.

I've only discovered Nuxe a few months ago whilst on a flight back from a work trip to Ireland. My lovely boss bought the dry oil spray, NUXE HUILE PRODIGIEUSE - MULTI USAGE DRY OIL and unfortunately for me the airline only carry one bottle per flight! So I had to wait until I got home and I ordered it from lookfantastic. 

The dry oil spray is deliciously divine! It smells so decadent, a scent like nothing else! It's amazing for dry skin, dry ends on your hair, it's fragrant enough you don't have to wear perfume, a few sprays in the bath makes your skin so soft and smelling amazing (my husband loves the scent too)

For a 50ml bottle for £11.32 with free delivery, it would be a shame for you not to treat yourself to a bit of luxury. 

Another one of my favourites from the range is the after sun. It comes with that distinctive scent with a little bit of sparkle. A cooling yet moisturising after sun come body lotion that will remind you of holidays forever more! 

I've also purchased the perfume, hand cream and fondant shower gel- can you tell I'm a fan! Looking forward to trying more of the range.

I got the face mask in my October glossy box- excited to start using the skin care.

All products can be purchased from lookfantastic here: http://www.lookfantastic.com/brands/nuxe.list?s=Nuxe

What is your favourite Nuxe product?

Jx

TIGI Catwalk Honey and Oatmeal Tween

I meant to write a review on this a week after getting this luscious set! But now I've finished both bottles, I thought I'd share my thoughts....

Firstly, to say I've actually finished a shampoo and conditioner in full, without throwing half the bottle away is a miracle. And a miracle is exactly what this set is.  My hair has never felt so lovely. I often have trouble finding a decent combo as most of the shampoo and conditioners I use make my hair feel lank,heavy and not that clean.  But this stuff, is a breath of fresh hair (get it?!)

You get a whopping 750mls in each bottle for a price of £28.86 from look fantastic.com with free delivery, link here: http://www.lookfantastic.com/tigi-catwalk-oatmeal-and-honey-tween/10891811.html?autocomplete=productsuggestion

It is exceptional value for money, and has lasted about 14 weeks (I probably wash my hair twice a week) with my husband using it too! I liked this so much I got regular sized bottles to take on holiday! 

It's a beautiful clean honey based scent, which stays on your hair, ridiculously soft and so easy to comb. I will keep buying this product again and again! 

Lookfantastic says:

Specially put together for dry, damaged hair that's in need of a moisture boost, the TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal and Honey Tween, worth £44, contains a shampoo and a conditioner that will smooth and hydrate your hair to leave it feeling smooth, soft and supple. - L.M.

Contains:

• TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal and Honey Shampoo 750ml: Enriched with hydrolysed wheat protein, vitamin E, glycerin and conditioning agent, this moisturising shampoo will gently cleanse away dirt and impurities, whilst leaving your hair with a soft and silky texture. With a colour safe formula, it will transform the appearance and texture of dry, damaged hair.

• TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal and Honey Conditioner 750ml: This luxurious conditioner will detangle your tresses, whilst providing intensive nourishment and moisture to keep your hair feeling soft and supple. Enriched with acacia honey, wheat protein and vitamin E, it strengthens and replenishes your hair, leaving it with a touchable soft texture and a lustrous shine. Meanwhile the beautiful fragrance will linger on your locks, leaving them with an irresistible scent.

In my opinion, if you want shiny, soft hair that stays clean for ages- this is the one! 

Let know what you think,

Jx