Batiste Dry Shampoo

I wash my hair every one-two days. My scalp tends to get greasy on the third day and I absolutely hate that  feeling! I wanted to see if it works for me inbetween washes (on second day) when my hair is a little bit greasy and weighed down. So I got myself some of this dry shampoo which has a gorgeous sweet floral smell. The scent is not overpowering but lingers for quite a while after application (could you complain?!)

They have other fragrances aswell, so if you hate this scent, you might like a different one better. Looking at the website, they have Cherry,Wild, Blush, Fresh, Original, Tropical, Light and Blonde, Dark and Deep Brunette, and Lace - so they have a LOT of different ones!

In regards to how well Batiste absorbs oil, I think it's safe to say that it's the best of the best. It  really did totally absorb all of the oil in my roots, and made my hair look good as new! It wasn't oily at all.

So I like to use dry shampoo the days I don't wash my hair, to keep it looking fresh, and Batiste does a really good job at doing that! I also seen that my hair had a lot more body and bounce to it after using Batiste than it had done before.

I really just love this dry shampoo, and I think you all should give it a try! I picked mine up at Superdrug but it's sold at nearly any drugstore, and costs about £3. I've been using mine nearly everyday and it's pretty full, so it will last a while too! I think this is a great product, and I'm really up to trying a few more of the fragrances because they all sound beautiful!

Batiste has been really hyped up in beauty blogging world, and it is deffo deserved!

Battle Of The Tans Part 2 - Sally Handsen Lotion

Airbrush Legs by Sally Hansen (My fave at the mo) deffo came straight from heaven! The stuff is absolutely life changing.

Instructions on the bottle:

Shake well. Spray directly into hand and apply on legs and feet. Blend evenly and completely. Allow to set for 60 seconds before dressing. Removes easily with soap, water and a washcloth.

It comes in for shades and this make up for your legs helps cover freckles, imperfections, veins and makes your legs look fabulous.  It contains Palmaria Extract which is a conditioning treatment for your legs.  The perfect thing about this is the application technique.  No mess, no trying to see if you got the back of your legs properly.  You just apply a small amount into your hands and then start rubbing it in.  Give it a couple of mins to let it dry in and then you're good to go! 

The consistency of the Sally Handsen Airbrush Legs Lotion is a bit on the thin side, but its still easy to use.  I found it easiest to put on by rubbing my palms together and then applying in circular motions until its blended in.  Don't forget that it's makeup and so you will need to prepare your skin just as you would in applying foundation to the face  – moisturize and let it set for a few minutes and take care of extra dry patches.  The lotion is buildable, and you can easily see when you have applied too much and blend it in.  The product stays very easy to work with for a few minutes, but if you find you've used too much just go over it again with a moisturizer to blend it all out.  It leaves an amazingly smooth finish on your skin.  I have pretty bad stretch marks and this does a great job of covering them so I feel more confident wearing shorts etc. The feeling of it on your skin is very lightweight and I haven't noticed any tackiness.  It dries very quickly, but I would advise you to wait until it has fully dried  before getting dressed.  This product has no smell.

It's literally tights in a bottle! Perfect. Buy from around ten pounds in most drug stores :)

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Battle Of The Tans Part 1 - St Moriz

I absolutely love being tan. To be honest it's acctually one of the main reasons that I want to go on holiday haha! But because I can't always have this pleasure,fake tans are the next best thing, I can't leave the house without it on!

So today I'm going to review for you all of the different false tanning products that I currently own, it's not much for someone that wears it so much but I like to stick to what I know most of the time since I've been let down so many times by other brands.

1. St Moriz

Since it hit the shops, St Moriz has been veeeery popular with tan heads everywhere. I think the first attraction is the price – at around £3 a bottle in most shops, this tan is unbelievably cheap.

It is an instant tan, and that means once it's applied it starts to develop straight away. Not only this but most instant tans wash off...not this one! This tan is not only immediately noticeable; it also stays on about 3 – 4 days before it needs scrubbed. The best of both worlds – instantly bronzed and beautiful, but with lasting affect! The majority of fake tans that last days to weeks will need at least 8 hours to develop, but not this baby! And to make things even better, it will get even darker and reach its full potential after around 2 -3 hours after you've applied it. 

This product is in mousse form,which in my opinion, is the easiest type to apply. Follow the prep rules at the end of this review, and then simply apply with a mitt/gloves for best results. A mousse is easier to control as it does not run away like a lotion.  It also dries in about a minute, so not need to stand around flapping your arms about like a bird,waiting to get dressed! I would deffo recommend moisturising any dry patches before applying, as this tan will cling to any dry areas. (You can buy it in a lotion too if that’s what you prefer!)

There are two shades to choose from Medium and Dark. Medium gives an all over bronzed glow, but is not too intense. If you choose dark, you’re going to get a more noticeable tan, but don't worry, you won't be tangoed! Both shades are quite natural looking – without the awful orange glow! Be careful on your hands and feet though because as it’s a mousse, you won’t need another squirt of the pump for these areas, use what’s left over from application elsewhere. This will make sure that you don't get that 'dirty' look that a lot of tans tend to give you. 

St Moriz does have a smell,but it is not bad, unlike Sun Shimmer by Rimmel (curry city) And with such a brilliant  product, for such an good price, something has to give. But after you get your perfume and hair spray on you'll not notice it :)

Application Tips 

 As always, basic skin prep is essential – no matter what fake tan you use, it is really important to make sure you start off with the best canvas possible. This means, get in the shower and have a good scrub with an exfoliator all over the areas you want to fake tan. This will remove the dead skin cells that would get in the way of an even finish.

Once you're  dry make sure you moisturise the ankles, feet, knees, elbows, hands and wrists. And if you’re going to be shaving, always do so around 24 hours before applying your tan. Always use a tanning mitt if possible, because this creates a smoother application and makes it easier to cover all areas. If you have to use your hand, ensure all areas are covered, you have enough product on your hands at all times, and always wash your hands well straight after. If you have any visible streaks or patches, use a thin moisturiser to even them out.

Eye Fashion Shop Discount

Okay so www.eyefashionshop.com is a new and up coming online fashion store and I've been lucky enough to be given my own personal discount code for my fabulous readers (that's you) and it's 'MEA' (the first three letters of my name) 

I'm not going to lie some of the stuff they have up isn't quite to my taste but there are a few things that they've got right such as these gorge pompom shorts which are really in right now.

Go check them out and see what you think,but il be keeping you guys updated with all of my faves anyway. Hope you likey! :) 

My Spy Love Buy Wishlist September 2014

Deffo my faves from their current collection!! So cute and girly<3 all under £40 too.. Can't go wrong there ;)

Each and every one of these would be perfect for a night out or even to just dress up your jeans! These chunky style shoes are without a doubt this seasons MUST HAVES they're absolutely everywhere! And these ones are especially pretty, roll on pay day!

Order from here :)

http://www.spylovebuy.com/?gclid=CMbpubyhw8ACFSps2wodGDMAxg

Nail stickers! Do they work?

Hey guys! Sorry I haven't been posting much lately but I've got a couple already planned out and prepared for today :) 

I really wanted to do this post about nail stickers because I'm starting to see them absolutely everywhere and I'm sure that I haven't been the only one wondering if they're worth a buy. 

 

So I go these ones for a pound in B&M bargains...how cute?! Anyway here's my verdict;

When I put them on and cut them into shape,I couldn't really get the edges straight plus I was in a massive rush for college so I didn't spend much time on perfecting them. 

However, they were actually not that hard to put on. You just find the right sized sticker for your nail and stick it on. They are easy enough to take off and re-position if they aren’t exactly where you want them. 

The next time I try them I think the best thing to use for cutting them would be cutical clippers rather than sissors to get more of a smooth edge. 

For all the time I spent putting them on and how cheap they were I'm happy with my purchase,they've stayed on all day, which means they'd be perfect for a night out if you've limited time or don't like falsies! 

Have any of you tried nail stickers? If so which brand/techniques did you find best? 

Meabh x