MONTHLY FAVOURITES {JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2022}

 It's the beginning of March, which means it's time for my round up of

Monthly Favourites for January & February.

These are my personal "faves" of all the products that I have reviewed 

over the past two months and would recommend them all without 

any hesitation.

1.

INOAR

 +AMOR -SODIO

 MASK

Towards the end of 2021 I was very kindly gifted 2 products from 

INOARS's newly launched range +Amor -Sodio, which translated means

More Love Less Salt

+Amor -Sodio is a revolutionary range of sulphate free products.

After my first application I wasn't overly impressed, so on the 2nd

use I increased the amount I applied and left it on longer than the

recommended 3 minutes and WOW what it difference that change made.

My hair feels incredibly soft, shiny and fuller.

It leaves no oily coating on the hair shaft, so the hair doesn't

feel weighed down with product and now that I have my

 correct dosage and timings worked out, my hair smells & feels great

 every time and my hair appears to be truly loving this mask.

This is a "Highly Recommend" product.

To read original review

2.

ELEMIS

PRO-COLLAGEN

RENEWAL SERUM

In my eyes ELEMIS can do no wrong, as I have yet to use one of their

products that I didn't like or enjoy.

The Pro-Collagen Renewal Serum is a rejuvenating and firming serum that

 encourages renewal without any retinol.

It could not have been any easier to incorporate into my existing  

daily skincare regime.

In a "Beauty Nutshell" it's an effective, easy to use, lightweight

 Retinol Alternative Facial Concentrate

that can be used by all skin types.

If you’re after youthful and plump skin without any of the side effects

from Retinol products like dryness, redness or irritation, 

look no further, you’ve found the one.

To read original review

3.

BY TERRY

BAUME DE ROSE

HAND

This pink lightweight, yet velvety-rich formula glides on effortlessly, is quick 

absorbing and leaves that all important, non-greasy finish.

 Your hands are left feeling beautifully silky soft, smooth, moisturised

 and smelling of beautiful roses...

Simply the Baume de Rose Hand Cream is pure luxury for the hands.

To read original review 

4.

SKIN PROUD

COOLING EYE SERUM STICK

The name of this product just spoke to me...

 Icicle Cooling Eye Serum Stick By Skin Proud

It's aimed at a younger demographic and Skin Proud believes in being

 transparent, cutting out the confusion, whilst being easy to use,

 100% vegan and clean products, with straight to the point ingredients.

Featuring a five-part hyaluronic acid complex, this instantly cooling balm

 freshens and tightens, whilst helping to lock in hydration for healthy

 under eyes.

Now this product hasn't replaced any of my current eye treatments,

 but it's rather a welcome extra addition.

If you are a "first timer" with an eye product, then this is a great one.

I personally find it so easy to just pick up and apply

several times a day, as I adore the packaging, the swipe around the

eye application and its instantly cooling effect.

To read my QPR review

 

INOAR +AMOR -SODIO SHAMPOO {REVIEW}

I was introduced to the Brazilian Hair Care brand INOAR a couple of years ago

and I have tried and reviewed a couple of their products all with

 great success.

If you would like to read my other INOAR reviews Click Here

Towards the end of 2021 I was very kindly gifted 2 products from their

newly launched range +Amor -Sodio, which translated means

More Love Less Salt

+Amor -Sodio is a revolutionary range of sulphate free products.

I have been using the INOAR +AMOR -SODIO SHAMPOO

 now for several weeks and I will bring

you my review on the 2nd product that I have been testing very soon.

Harnessing the incredible power of plants and nature, INOAR have formulated

 a sulphate-free range that actually foams!

The key Active Ingredients are Tribulus Terrestris & Banana Flower Oil

Tribulus Terrestris 

is rich in vitamin C and saponins – a unique compound derived from plants, 

which has a foaming quality when it interacts with water. 

The name is derived from Latin “sapon”, which means soap.

⁠Banana Flower Oil

 which is a natural source of Potassium, which is a powerful scalp regulator

 and hair booster. ⁠

⁠

The combination of these two unique ingredients substitutes sodium 

(salt / sulphates) and cleanses the scalp, providing healthier, soft, 

shiny and manageable hair. ⁠

⁠

Both ingredients are excellent facilitators in soothing the scalp, eliminating

 dandruff and helping with skin disorders such as eczema, psoriasis & scabies. ⁠

⁠These compounds further have the benefits of slowing down hair loss 

and boosting hair growth.⁠

I have tried a Sulphate free shampoo some years ago and it was so 

disappointing that it actually put me off trying one again, so I did have some

reservations re this one.

I could tell from the first massage into my hair and scalp that this shampoo

was totally different.

It was gentle on the scalp and strands, yet super foamy and cleansing,

which I enjoy!

It rinses easily and left my hair feeling clean, soft and manageable...

Oh! and smelling great.

I also like the fact that it slows down hair loss.

This range works well on all DRY hair types, including chemically treated

 and curly hair types, so if you are looking to change your haircare products

to more gentle sulphate free, this would be a good option.

INOAR

+MORE -SODIO

SHAMPOO

400ml

R

480

SHOP INOAR

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {DECEMBER 2021}

Hello to the last "Currently Under Review" post of 2021

and as in previous years, the time from September to the beginning

of December has just flown by and this year has been no different.

Today I have 4 products that will be under review during December 

and beyond.

I have an eye cream that I'm really expecting great results from,

no pressure StriVectin, another of the Clarins Bath & Shower Concentrates

and finally two newly launched hair products from INOAR.

L-R

STRIVECTIN

ANTI WRINKLE

INTENSIVE CONCENTRATE

PLUS

I recently unboxed a beauty edit box (over on IG) from Harpers Bazaar 

and I've been waiting to get my hands on this box of skincare goodies

 for over a year and yesterday was that day.

This was one of the products that enticed me to purchase the box.

Expertly formulated to deliver results all around the eyes, even on stubborn

 eleven lines between brows, reducing the look of crow’s feet, 

under-eye lines, puffiness and dark circles.

CLARINS

TONIC 

BATH & SHOWER GEL

CONCENTRATE

I'm currently re-visting the Clarins bath products and last month I 

posted a review on the same product but in the RELAX version

Relax Bath & Shower Concentrate

Both of the Relax & Tonic versions were around from the beginning of

Clarins and over the years they have both been tweaked and I

loved them both way back then and I'm hoping I enjoy the Tonic

as much as I did the Relax.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

INOAR

+AMOR -SODIO

SHAMPOO AND TREATMENT MASK

INOAR has just launched the +Amor -Sodio, a revolutionary range of a 

sulphate free products and I was kindly sent both products to review for you.

 This combination substitutes sodium and cleanses the scalp, providing a more healthier, soft, shiny and loose hair.

 It works particularly well on all DRY hair types, including chemically treated

 and curly hair types.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

 

MY TOP 10 HAIR & BODY PRODUCTS PART 2 {2020}

As promised here is the 2nd part of my

 My Top 10 Hair & Body Products of 2020

In case you missed out on Part 1 click here

or my other Top posts of 2020 then click on the Pink Links to catch up

My Top 12 Skincare products of 2020

Part 1 here Part 2 here

My Top 6 Make-up Products 2020 here

and the not so good of 2020

My Top 3 Disappointing Products 2020 here

I'm opening part 2 with one of my most expensive beauty purchase ever

and that's the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer

I actually bought this at a special price (thankfully) towards the end of 2019 

and I purposely didn't include it in my 2019 fave list, as I thought it was

 only fair to give the hairdryer a longer trial period and include it into 

my 2020 Top 10 Hair & Body Products 2020 list if deserving.

I highly recommend that you read my rather lengthy review for my

personal story as to why I invested (and an investment it certainly is) 

in the Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer.

Read my full review here

I have been using this hairdryer for well over a year now and

personally I wouldn't be without, it's super quick and easy to use 

and drying my hair is no longer a lengthy tedious chore, as it's truly dry

 within 5-10 mins and in turn that has cut down the heat exposure on my 

hair drastically and thats exactly what I was looking for from my hairdryer,

so it NOW deserves to be included in this years list.

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2020 was a year where I had time to focus more on using treatments

on my hair, more so than in previous years, and these next two products

have really made a difference and have  both

proved to be a useful additions to my haircare collection.

Inoar Résistance Lotus Flower Oil 

strengthens, repairs, realigns, reduces frizz, and restores hair health & shine

and a little applied in the palms of your hands goes such a long way, so don't

be under the impression(as I initially was) that 7mls won't last too long

as it does and offers great value for money

To find out more details, as to why it's made my list click here

Also from the same haircare brand the

INOAR Résistance Lotus Super Ampoule

The contents of which promise to 

strengthen, moisturise & nourish the hair in 3 minutes.

This intense "HOME" ampoule treatment is flexible regarding use,

as you can also add a couple of drops into your regular conditioner 

or hair mask.

Considering the ease of use, the effectiveness and the price of the ampoule

 this certainly gives you a very cost effective salon result all in the

comfort of your own home.

To read more about this Hair Ampoule click here

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Who would have thought that 2020 would have been the year of the 

Hand Sanitiser, but it has and it doesn't look like we will be saying

goodbye to it anytime soon, but rather it seems to be a permanent fixture in

our lives or should I say bags, cars and homes.

I've always been a user of Hand Sanitisers, but not to the extent I have 

during 2020 and whilst I have 2 favourites the one is way more affordable

than the other.

The

INOAR Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Gel

stood out above the other affordable options that I tried over the year. 

It contains 70% alcohol ensuring that 99,9% of bacteria, viruses and germs 

are immediately eliminated.

I have recommended this product to so many people and the feedback 

has all been the same:

Non drying

 Non sticky

Non drying, 

Leaves your skin feeling moisturized and soft,

Offers good value for money.

This particular hand sanitizer can be found dotted around my house and in

my car and by the way this one was Clean "Hands Down" the most liked

 by the family.

To read my Quickie Product Review (QPR)

click here

The L'Occitane Verbena Clean Hands Gel

it a more expensive option and therefore has pride and place in my 

handbag and rightly so, as Verbena is one of my fave fragrances.

Being a 65ml size it easily fits into my bag and has a quick and easy to open

 flip lid and I found it not also to be non drying and non sticky, but it smells amazing and brightens any day.

To read my QPR click here

I would love to hear, in the comments section below, any of your views 

on these products.

 

INOAR RESISTANCE LOTUS FLOWER OIL {REVIEW}

Last week I posted my review on the 

Inoar Resistance Lotus Super Ampoule Review

and this week its the turn of another of their newly released products the

Inoar Résistance Lotus Flower Oil 

The Lotus Flower is composed of plant ingredients that penetrate deep 

into the hair fibre and gives back its natural moisture. 

It strengthens, repairs, realigns, reduces frizz, and restores hair health & shine.

My preferred way of use is to massage a very small amount into the palms

of my hands and apply to freshly washed and blowdried hair focusing on the

ends to give extra moisture and to smooth those damaged, frizzy ends.

It may seem like a small bottle, but don't be fooled, as this tiny 

divine smelling package

packs a powerful punch of all round hair goodness.

This product is:

Cruelty Free

Vegan

Botanical

Sulfate Free

Paraben Free

Inoar

 Résistance Lotus Flower Oil

7ml

R

130 

INOAR RÉSISTANCE LOTUS SUPER AMPOULE {REVIEW}

A while back I was sent two newly launched products from the

Brazilian Professional hair care brand INOAR.

Both products intrigued me as they're hair treatment products

INOAR RÉSISTANCE LOTUS SUPER AMPOULE

&

NOAR RÉSISTANCE LOTUS OIL

 Later this week I will be posting my review on the Lotus oil, but it

was the Ampoule that I opted to review first.

*Heads up*

My reviews will both be up in time for Black Friday INOAR website specials 

The key ingredient in the INOAR Resistance range is the Lotus flower, 

which is known to have revitalizng power, regenerating the hair strands & Vegetable/Plant Collagen moisturising the hair, making it softer and more supple. 

Revitalization and repair of the hair shaft works by sealing the cuticle.

Hair is left soft, supple and revitalised with intense shine.

Stimulates hair growth whilst also controlling hair loss.

Improves scalp health and balance.

The contents of the LOTUS SUPER AMPOULE ampoule promise to 

strengthen, moisturise & nourish the hair in 3 minutes.

The ampoule contains around 5-7 applications 

(depending on length and condition of your hair)

It's easy to incorporate into your regular hair routine, after washing your

hair with shampoo apply an adequate amount onto the lengths of the hair

and then spend a couple of minutes massaging into the strands of your hair.

Then use a wide toothed comb to spread the product out evenly.

Leave for 3 minutes and rinse.

This product is:

Cruelty Free

Vegan

Botanical

Sulfate Free

Paraben Free

This ampoule gives your hair that, often needed, extra boost of condition,

softness and shine that I have only previously found after an ampoule

treatment at the hair salon. My hair not only smelt amazing, but it felt amazing

and after a couple of uses I was able to find my ideal amount to apply

and managed to eke out 6 applications and I have long hair.

This intense "HOME" ampoule treatment is flexible regarding use,

as you can also add a couple of drops into your regular conditioner 

or hair mask.

Considering the ease of use, the effectiveness and the price of the ampoule

 this certainly gives you a very cost effective salon result all in the

comfort of your own home.

INOAR 

RÉSISTANCE 

LOTUS 

SUPER AMPOULE

45ml

R

500

To order online

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {NOVEMBER 2020}

 WoW the time is seriously whizzing by and I cannot believe that we 
are fast approaching Christmas and a New Year, which hopefully is better
than 2020.

November sees me reviewing 4 beauty products including two hair, one nail

and one make-up product.

MAVALA MAVADRY SPRAY 

I have been on the hunt for a nail polish quick dry spray for

 sometime and I had no idea how difficult it was to find one, 

let alone a good one.

Sorbet nail salons have a Quick Dry spray that they use at the end

of your mani or pedi, but unfortunately they don't retail it in salon

and neither do Clicks, the main other retailer of Sorbet products.

I eventually found this one from the Swiss nail experts MAVALA, so

I'm looking forward to giving this a try, even if it is on the pricey side.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

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INOAR RÉSISTANCE LOTUS SUPER AMPOULE 

is a new launch from the hair salon brand INOAR.

This Super Ampoule offers 5-7 treatments per ampoule and promises

to Strengthens, Moisturise and Nourish the hair in 3 minutes  and this

sounds like my kinda hair product.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

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BYTERRY LIGNE BLACKSTAR 

is a waterproof liquid

eyeliner and having used the STILA Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid 

Eyeliner for several years and I've decided to have a change and try

 this one, from one of my favourite brands BYTERRY.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

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INOAR RÉSISTANCE LOTUS FLOWER OIL 

also forms part of the new collection and is composed of 

plant ingredients that penetrate deep into the hair fibre.

 This multi-purpose oil repairs, 

strengthens, re aligns,reduces frizz and restores health and shine.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

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As always, all of the above will be fully tried and tested, then reviewed 

during the upcoming weeks on my blog. 

In the meantime please let me know, in the comments below, if you

 have any other nail Quick Dry spray recommendations, as I would love

to hear from you.

QUICKIE PRODUCT REVIEWS {SEPTEMBER 2020}

There are 3 products in today's QPR post and I have given 2 products a 10/10

score, which I don't think has happened before...

1.

Brand : NATUR VITAL 

Product : SOS FORTIFYING HAIR MASK

Size : 300ml

Price : R109

Currently I'm using the shampoo and conditioner from the same range and

as mentioned in my July QPR post I've been loving this combo and it prompted me 

to buy the corresponding Hair Mask.

This mask claims to restructure the hair fibre from deep inside,while nourshing 

the root of the hair and increasing the resistance to breaking recommended

 for repairing weakened air. This intense conditioner is ideal for hair that has been damaged and needs some tender loving care. 

Having used it several times now I'm loving the softness this trio of products

gives to my hair, without overloading and weighing my hair down with product,

 so it's a big thumbs up for this mask.

Available at DISCHEM

Verdict : 8/10

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2.

Brand : INOAR

Product : HYDRATING SANITIZER GEL

Size : 500ml

Price : R150

This new INOAR Argan Oil-infused antiseptic hand sanitizer gel has a unique formula 

that's nourishing and non-sticky and after all the hand sanitisers we've gone through

over the past 6 months, this is by far the favourite in our house.

It contains 70% alcohol ensuring that 99,9% of bacteria, viruses and germs are 

immediately eliminated, BUT, leaves your skin feeling nourished, moisturized

and soft, due to the inclusion of Argan Oil. ⁠

Inoar’s new Sanitizer is gentle on even the most sensitive, damaged and dry hands. ⁠

Available at leading Hair Salons and online www.inoar.co.za

Verdict : 10/10

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3.

Brand : BYTERRY

Product : OMBRE BLACKSTAR CREAM EYESHADOW

Size : 1.64g

Price : R660

I actually reviewed this BYTERRY Cream eyeshadow stylo back in January

and as you will see from that review I raved about it and since then it's become 

a firm favourite of mine.

To read my full review

I have since added another shade to my collection called Frozen Quartz and this soft

pink/brown shade is so flattering especially for the more mature of us 

and as I said in my full review they're super easy to apply, so if you're not so confident anymore with applying powder eyeshadows, then I highly recommend this product

as it's very forgiving with application and is easy to blend that you can't go

wrong...

Available at metropolitan cosmetics

Verdict : 10/10

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