Trying the latest Hair Trick...

Hi Dolls,

I'm sure most of you have heard of this latest hair trick by now as it has been all over social media.

Basically, hair experts have decided that we should be using our conditioner BEFORE our shampoo. Rather than the other way around. Artistic director for hair brand Kerastase has said "Conditioning before you shampoo is great for adding nourishment to fine hair without weighing it down."
So, I decided to give this a try and see if it made any difference.

I started by covering my ends in a Timotei conditioner blending a bit up towards the roots. I left this in for about 2 to 3 minutes before rinsing. I then lathered my hair in an Argan Oil shampoo which I picked up in Penneys for only €2 (see pic below).

As I was rinsing out my shampoo I already noticed a difference. Every inch of my hair was squeaking clean to the touch and felt really sleek and de-tangled as I rinsed the shampoo away. After getting out of the shower and lightly towel drying my hair I gave it a quick brush, my hair is very long so it tangles quite easily and to my surprise the brush ran through it quite smooth and easy. After I let my hair dry naturally it felt so much cleaner and lighter than normal.

So to sum up...I will definitely be trying this going forward and seeing if it makes a difference long term. I always use conditioner however I do find it always feels like it is still in your hair and weighs it down, so when you shampoo after its like completely rinsing your hair of all product and leaving it completely fresh and clean.

Give it a go and let me know what you think? :)

Lots of Love,
SassieDoll
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Mini Beauty Haul, Make-up Look & SLEEK product review

Hi Errrbody,

Today's post features my make-up look for the day and a lil product review of some new beauty treats I picked up yesterday!

I'll start with the products...I was browsing through the shops yesterday after being cooped up in bed sick for over a week with both a tummy bug and a throat infection (not fun!!!) I just had to get out of the house for a bit and what a better way to make yourself feel good after being sick than going shopping! :)
Although my whole career and background is in Fashion, I seem to spend more time and money on beauty products and make-up than I do on clothes. I headed to the Boots superstore in the shopping center and picked up a few bits (mini review below) and then headed to Penneys where I also picked up some more cosmetic items rather than clothes.

Below is some of the bits I purchased between Boots and Penneys.

What I got?
PENNEYS:
- Nivea Micellar cleansing water - I have talked about this product before, I am loving it!!!
- Catrice Lip liner in 070 I Got You Babe!
- Wet n Wild White eyeliner
- L'Oreal Elnett Satin hair spray
- NYC nail polish in '320 Blue Sky'.
- Sunglasses for ONLY €1.50
- Hair Bobbin - because you can never have enough hair bobbins!

BOOTS:
- Sleek Make-up contour and highlighting kit in 'Light'.
- Sleek Brow kit in Dark
- Sleek Brow corrector in 'Dark'.
- Johnson's face wipes (My fave wipes for removing make-up)

SLEEK MAKE-UP REVIEW:
OK so I didn't get that much in Boots but I just had to feature these 'SLEEK' products. I tried them this morning (all have been used in the look posted below) and I am in love with all of them. And even better, they are currently 3 for 2 in Boots!!!
The contour kit is sooo pretty, I just created a light contour today but it is definitely build-able and comes in a darker shade palette too! The 3 colours compliment each other perfectly and are gorgeous for a light summer contour and glow.
The brow kit has 2 small angled brushes and a mini tweezers as well as a gel based and powder based brow filler. It is so handy and compact.
And then there is the little brow mascara which I love, it is slightly tinted and keeps the brows in place so well! I actually tried this last night when I got home and I fell asleep with it on and woke up this morning wit perfect brows!!! In love!!!

I won't go into too much detail on the below look as it quite a plain and simple day look, as stated above, my contouring and brows are the SLEEK products. Foundation is L'Oreal true match and my lipstick is MAC relentlessly red.

P.S I am so bad at taking selfies, but it's gotta be done :P

Oh one more thing...I also got myself a NutriBullet :)
I have been dying to buy one of these and start trying to get back on the healthy bandwagon!
I haven't tried it yet but I picked up some Spinach, Kale, ginger, pineapple and apples to make myself a nice healthy juice.

If you have any good juicing tips please let me know and I'll do an update in 'My Fitness Journey' over the coming months!

Thanks for reading, hope you enjoyed!

Talk soon,

Lots of Love,
SassieDoll
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BEAUTY BARGAIN OF THE WEEK: Essence Long Lasting Make-up

Good Morning Dollies,

Today's Beauty bargain of the week is a foundation by affordable beauty brand 'essence'. I chose this foundation as I have been using it on and off for months now and I have to say I really like it. Most people, when it comes to foundation like to invest in a high end, quality branded product, which I also do sometimes but I always end up returning to this, usually when I am waiting for pay day :P and to be honest no one ever notices the difference.

I also tend to use it on the week days in work to avoid wasting my higher priced products from using them all day everyday.

It is dermatologically approved and is definitely long lasting. I use the color '10 soft beige'. Which is the lightest color although it is still quite dark and blends nicely with tan when teamed with a bit of bronzer. And the best part...it is only €4.49!!! BARGAIN!!!

Essence products are available from Penneys, Dunnes Stores and selected pharmacies.

BEAUTY BARGAIN OF THE WEEK: NYC Nail Polish

Hi Dolls,

This weeks 'Beauty Bargain' is NYC nail polish. In particular, this color that I picked up the other day called 'Spring Tulip'. It is a perfect color for Spring/Summer. A nice bright Coral with a pinkish under tone which gives it a bright girly appeal for the summer.
These pictures don't show the color off to it's full potential but it really is a gorgeous shade of Coral. It is also perfect at this time of year teamed with darker clothing to add a pop of color, as seen in the picture below.

I love NYC nail varnish because there is a great variety of strong colors and once you apply a base coat, two layers of the color and a top coat to finish it off (I do this with ALL nail polishes no matter what the brand) then it lasts as good as any other expensive labels.

And the best part is, the NYC nail polishes are an Amazing ONLY €1.59 in Penneys. So you can pick up one of every color for each season and it will still be cheaper than some high end brands would charge for just one single nail varnish. BARGAIN!!! :)

Love SassieDoll xXx