AA Skincare offer a selection of their high quality products that really do improve your skin with there nurturing skin loving ingredients.
Now AA Skincare have just released their natural plant-inspired shampoo's, how exciting!
The whole range caters for your own hair care needs and all you have to do, is pick the one that you know your hair will benefit from.
The range consists of:
Amla & Clary Sage - Rejuvenating
Cedarwood & Peppermint - Deep Cleansing
Peony, Bay & Brahmi - Nourishing
Pomegrante & Rose - Ultra Gentle
Ylang Ylang, Argan & Rosemary - Conditioning
Rosemary, Sage & Burdock - Lift & Repair
I was lucky enough to be sent the Ylang Ylang, Argan & Rosemary to blog about. I always look for products that are specific and state conditioning as my hair leans slightly on the dry side.
Styling and colouring and taking the weather into consideration, its always nice to put back nutrients into the hair what these factors can take out.
This conditioning shampoo is described as "A naturally effective, nutrient-rich conditioning shampoo which can help repair split ends and encourage softness, shine and volume as well as repair split ends. Adds nutrients to the scalp for healthy hair and can help treat dandruff. Suitable for sensitive skins."
The active ingredients in this hair loving shampoo are:
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil - Helps to nourish and repair brittle hair whilst also promoting a healthy scalp.
Argan Essential oil - Rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and E, this moisturising and conditioning oil helps to prevent dry hair and repair split ends.
Cucumber Extract - Adds nutrients to the scalp whilst also being non-irritating and boasting of anti-inflammatory properties.
Rosemary Extract - An anti-oxidant that helps boost volume and hair growth.
Moroccan Lava Clay - A natural cleanser that adds volume, gloss and helps prevent split ends whilst also promoting thicker fuller hair.
Tulsi Powder ( Basil Leaves) - Anti-fungal & Anti-bacterial and also has purifying properties. Treats dandruff and helps promote hair growth.
I was really excited to try this shampoo as i have used the AA Skincare products and know how well they work and smell great.
The snap cap on this bottle makes it easy to use and to control, just how much you want to use and apply to your hair.
The shampoo is clear in colour and a little will cover your whole head. The smell is really unique and when lathering this shampoo through your tresses the scent will lift your senses.
I found that the shampoo rinses out really well and left my hair really moisturised and soft to the touch.
You really are treating your locks as the shampoo contains
No artificial fragrances, No artificial colours and is Paraben free!
Check out the whole range and treat your hair to Natural Haircare.
X Neil.
Choosing to wear contacts or glasses is a personal preference.
You might like to wear glasses and contacts, obviously not at at the same time, to suit your mood or daily task where glasses are not convenient.
Beginners to contact wearing pros's, finding contacts at a reasonable price whilst also stocking your prescription can be an eye watering frustrating task.
Now you can find contacts that suit your specific needs at
contactlenses.co.uk who offer many well known brands and also different contact lens types at a reasonable and affordable price.
I was kindly sent the Freshlook Colourblends in True Sapphire and also the Renu all in one starter pack for sensitive eyes.
Once you have chosen your superb contact lenses you are updated from the moment you order to the dispatch of your lenses, keeping the customer informed is great customer service!
Your lenses arrive in 2-3 days and nicely packaged in a convenient letter box sized package, just in case your out the package will fit through your letter box.
Inside is a receipt with handy do's and don'ts printed on the back, your lenses which are clearly labelled and sealed tight keeping them safe and clean, ready to be opened.
Now being a novice with contacts and also having a slight squeamish feeling when it involves eyes, i was really eager to find out just how easy it is to put the contacts in and take them out.
I have watched family members put contacts in and the process of keeping them clean, it really is important to keep contacts clean at all times and your hands! The Renu starter pack offers a storage case to store the lenses in and also the cleaning solution to help keep your lenses clean and eye friendly.
The Freshlook Colorblends were really easy to to handle and apply to the eyes and more importantly so comfortable to wear.
The first picture shows my natural eyes and the second picture with the true sapphire contacts in.
The colour is a nice addition if you want to add a subtle touch to your eyes or make a statement, the choice in their wide range and on offer, is entirely up to you.
Order and purchase here: Freshlook Colorblends
All in one starter pack: Renu Sensitive Eyes
Contactlenses.co.uk offer the contact wearer a huge choice of contact lenses from a wide range of brands and also which contact lense type to suit your specific and preferred eye need.
UK customers can enjoy free delivery and returns.
Worldwide, postage starts from £6. X Neil.
The 4D HailiCare facial brush arrives lovely in a box that keeps the brush safe with all its attachments.
In the box is the brush, brush stand, a brush head and a puff head.
The two brush heads also have a transparent head that covers the heads, when not in use, to keep the brush heads clean and safe.
The brush requires two AAA batteries that are not included and to insert these, you twist the handle off anti-clockwise and the battery compartment is revealed. You twist the handle back on which does go back on tightly and securely making this device WATERPROOF so you can use in the shower. The heads snap on and off the brush and are really easy to remove and put back on the brush itself.
The power button which is silver and in the middle of the device pushes in and stays in when using the facial cleansing brush and to turn off, you press the power button again and the button is pushed out, turning the device off.
The brush is really gentle but effective and is so soft to use. You have to wet the brush head first before use and you can either apply your cleanser to the brush head or your face, both ways are effective in cleansing the skin.
When i have finished using the brush, i rinse under the tap and gently dry with a towel removing excess water from the brush. I then apply the transparent shield to protect the brush head till the next time i use it.
The puff head is very soft and spongy exactly like a high quality make-up sponge. You can use this to achieve a natural make-up look as it smooths and absorbs any make-up, great if you have applied too much!
I use this brush when i have slathered on lots of moisturiser for a night time skin treat and i find that my skin absorbs the moisturiser a lot better when I'm doing this. To clean the brush i run under the tap, dry with a towel gently and its good to go for the next time i use it.
This brush boasts of 4D three-dimensional movements where the brush head moves from left to right at a 15 degree angle and also the brush head vibrates up and down. This combination will leave your skin better cleansed and protected.
The brush and its heads are great for effective cleansing of your skin and more importantly this brush is quite gentle but with effective results.
It is also really easy to change the heads and to keep all its attachments clean.
The holder is another great addition for when u have finished with the brush and it doesn't take up much room for when u want to store it in the bathroom or your bedroom, for its next use.
I'm a novice to the whole facial cleansing using a brush and there are a lot of different brushes available, but for now i'm enjoying using this brush and so is my skin. X Neil.
I'm a huge fan of adding serums into my skincare routine, and this one is skin loving luxury!
Adding serums to your skincare routine means not only are you layering products to achieve and help your skin but the serums will help take your moisturiser deeper into your skin, Doubling the effects and benefits to your skin. Uskincare 24k gold foil facial serum with vitamin c and hyaluronic acid has all the information you need on the box and the directions state to use morning and evening and to apply to your face, neck and chest.
The description of this skin loving serum reads:
"It is rich in Water, Plant Collagen,vitamin E ,vitamin c,vegetal and so on. It illuminates and brightens the skin immediately while rapidly diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The vitamin E and C are powerful anti-oxidants and readily utilised by the skin cells to protect against damaging free radicals. It helps your skin to repair itself and gives your skin a youthful and white, ultra smooth, glowing look with a citrus aroma. It also can protects against damaging free radicals and quickly adsorbs dirt and comedones."
Added benefits are:
*Increase collagen production in the skin.
*Brighten and tighten the skin.
*Reduce the effects of negative sun exposure.
*Help skin repair itself.
The bottle is absolutely stunning! The clear bottle instantly shows of the contents of this serum to its full potential with the gold foil sparkling.
The silver around the neck of the bottle and the silver top, gives this product an elegant but sophisticated appeal.
To access the product you unscrew the top and a glass dropper still attached to the cap is revealed.
On top of the lid is a button and it sucks the product up into the glass dropper and when you want to use the product, you press the button again and its drops the product onto your finger tips or palm of your hand.
I always apply serums to damp skin as it is recommended that damp skin is more permeable than dry skin. After you have cleansed or used a toner, i apply serums with the palm of my hands to activate the ingredients your serum might include.
The serum is clear with the gold flecks adding the glamorous touch to the serum and there is a faint scent of citrus which is barely detectable.
A little of this serum does go a long way and glides over skin effortlessly. As soon as this is applied to the skin you can feel the nourishing and moisturising benefits this serum packs!
It instantly is absorbed but doesn't feel sticky and no residue is left behind and your left with super soft skin that feels and looks non greasy!
This serum is a dream to use and you can instantly feel the benefits to your skin on first use!
If your looking to add something extra to your skincare routine i would highly recommend this serum to use, before you apply any other product.
X Neil.
The fourth official fragrance from Nicki Minaj and seventh if you have collected them all, was released in 2015 and is named
The Pinkprint, carrying the same name as Minaj's latest album offering to her fans.
The box has the same front cover as the album "The Pinkprint" which some may say isn't really creative, I would say least you know your be able to spot the perfume in the shop and relate it to which i find a clever marketing ploy! The back of the box has miss Minaj striking a pose with a preview of the bottle inside.
Anyone who has purchased a scent by Nicki will know her scents have a characterchure with the bottle being the body and the spray head cover being a figurine head with different coloured hair.
I like this aspect from Nicki's scent range. I think it adds an element of fun and uniqueness that sets itself apart from others in the scent market.
The notes in The Pinkprint are:
OPENING:
Bergamot, Pink Grape fruit, Passion fruit.
HEART:
Nectarine, Frangipani, Orange Blossom,
Heliotrope and Roses.
BASE:
Coconut, Driftwood Accord, Sandalwood
Patchouli and skin musk.
First off, this is completely different to any other Nicki Minaj scent in her range. It certainly is unique in the sense you cant categorise it straight away like her previous scents with the labels, sweet or musky. The Pinkprint possesses a talent that takes you on a journey when this scent transitions through its wonderful stages as its merges notes together effortlessly.
On first spray you do get the sweetness of a mixture of passion fruit, orange blossom and hints of roses, then the scent transitions into a lightly sweet floral with some added coconut and musk, whilst the warm patchouli adds the depth to this scent.
You do get a nice clean scent with interesting notes and The Pinkprint doesn't feel a heavy scent which is great as you don't want to be wearing a headache inducing cloying scent, to ruin your day. What is also great is this scent lasts, i have even smelt The Pinkprint the next day from my coat!
If your looking for a unique scent that is different but exceptional, i highly recommend
"The Pinkprint". Well done miss Minaj. X Neil.
