MAVALA COLORFIX {REVIEW}

How I wish there was, on the market, a truly long wearing, 
colour enhancing nail polish that is chip and peel free.
Over the years I have tried several polishes, top coats and treatments that all claim
to do the above and some do to a certain extent, whilst others fail dismally.
I thought I would put the Swiss brand Mavalas' Colorfix to the test. 

Mavala Colour Fix Treatment is a uniquely formulated flexible top coat with acryl. 
This treatment should be applied over a dry coat of colour nail polish. 
Once it dries, the treatment forms a hard glaze that enhances
 the lustre and colour underneath. 

Mavala Colorfix allows nail polish to stay supple and adds an armour coating
 that protects against daily chipping and peeling.
In my opinion this product could help to give weaker nails
a much needed extra layer of strength and support.

Quick and easy to use, I found this extra step in my "home mani" worth while.
It provides a clear coat that appears to harden and as the name suggests
 fix the colour of your polish and over the days the colour looked as
good as the day I applied it,
whilst providing a professional shine, which I loved.

I used over the top of Mavalas own nail polishes and several others and the 
effect was the same.
There was no crazing or chipping, but I did experience some peeling at the 
tips, but that could have just been some bad prep on my part.

This extra product does come in a little on the hide side price wise, 
but if weekly DIY manicures are your thing then this could be a product
 to add to your kit.

Mavala Colorfix
10ml

R
172

Available at Dischem and good pharmacies countrywide

3 MUST HAVE LASH AND BROW PRODUCTS

As consumers we tend to be fickle when it comes to buying make-up as we

 chop and change brands often and in most cases too often. 

With regards to skincare we tend to remain more loyal, but with colour we 

are drawn in by the creative ads, 

latest colour palettes, celeb launches, the promises of new technologies 

and so much more. 

Make-up is, in many instances, an affordable impulse purchase and one 
we make without too much research. 

Our cosmetic bags and drawers are no doubt groaning under the weight of 

our make-up excesses as we speak...

I have put together these 3 items that have been my "go to" products for some time 

and ones that I've already repurchased often.

(It's always a good sign when a beauty blogger repurchases a product)

Such a selection of eyelash and eyebrow products can leave you somewhat 

overwhelmed when it comes to making that final decision. 

Over my lifetime I have bought, tried and in the latter years reviewed so

 many mascaras.

 It's most probably the number one make-up item that we can't live without,

 so it's imperative that we choose the correct one. 

My current favourite and repurchase has been the 

Paradise Extactic from L'Oreal.

To read my full review

Eyeliner has been a more recent addition to my make-up bag and over the past four

 or five years I've come to enjoy the effect that a fine black line along

 the lashes can have in order to enhance your eye make-up whether it be a 

soft or bold look. 

The Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner from Stila 

has been hogging a place in my make-up bag for several years now and I don't

 see it loosing it's spot in the foreseeable future.

To read my full review

Eyebrow pencils have become a good friend to me as I've aged, 

my brows have become more sparse and lighter in colour and

 dare I say it "the odd grey hair has appeared", 

so the help of brow products have become a necessity. 

Benefit are the brow specialists and I adore their easy to use 

GOOF PROOF BROW PENCIL

To read my full review

I hope this post has helped you.

Let me know in the comments below if any of these are your favourite

products or better still what your "faves" are...

REN ROSA CENTIFOLIA 3-IN-1 CLEANSING WATER {REVIEW}

Micellar waters have become a firm favourite of mine and there is such a 

good selection available now, that all skin types are catered for and it's a multi-tasking

product that can so easily be incorporated into every ones skin care routine.

I'm not a daily user of a Micellar water, but I often use when my skin requires 

that extra cleansing step, 

especially on those days where I've worn a heavier full face of make-up. 

Following my normal double cleanse, a quick wipe over with a cotton wool pad 

lightly soaked in Micellar Water ensures that every trace of make-up

 is thoroughly removed.

Another favourite time to use is in the morning, as my 3 in 1 quick cleanse,

tone product.

I enjoy the fact that they can be used as a cleanser on the face, eyes and lips.

Micellar Waters are a "must have" when travelling and convenient

 to keep in your gym bag.

I've reviewed several brands over the course of writing on my blog and I've posted 

a link below.

Micellar Water Reviews

I recently ordered this Rosa Centifolia 3-in-1 Cleansing Water from REN

on their online 40% off sale.
REN is a brand that I have recently become acquainted with and I am looking to
bring you more reviews in 2018.

To read my previous REN reviews 

REN started clean skincare 16 years ago with the goal of making skincare for everyone, 
even sensitive skin types.
 Their formula's are made with natural ingredients that don't irritate skin. 
Live clean. Bare all. 
That has always been the REN philosophy. 
Nothing unnecessary—just pure, pleasurable, clean ingredients that work. 

What REN claim:

 "A detergent free ‘beauty water’ that will remove everyday make up. 
Perfect for those with ultra-sensitive skin, the flower water acts as a
 cleansing agent to remove impurities and make up while toning the skin,
suitable for even the most delicate eye area. Skin feels purified, fresh, revived, 
and toned without tightness or dryness".

As I've said before in many of my blog posts I don't have a sensitive skin, 

but there are occasions where my skin does feel slightly more irritated and
just needs a little calming and soothing.
Products formulated for sensitive skins can usually be used by all skin types 
and I for one include several in my skin care regime and I also enjoy the fact that
they do not include several known skin irritants and this product is free from:

Parabens
Sulfates 
Phthalates 
Alcohol
Soap
& 
Detergent



This product has that wonderful REN rose fragrance, which I adore, however
I did find the aroma/fumes of the product to irritate my eyes slightly and I 
don't generally have any allergy issues, however I must point out that 
there was no irritation to the skin around my eye area.

The micellar water itself removed my make-up easily and certainly left me
skin feeling comfortable and clean.
Overall I enjoyed the product, but obviously I avoided my eye area, 
defeating the object ,for me, of it being a 3-in-1 cleansing water.
I will continue to use and finish the product, but only on my face, as I hate
waste and this product is on the high end in terms of price.
So unfortunately I won't be re-purchasing this product, but it won't stop me 
trying other products from REN.

REN currently have a 20% Discount code and a free gift when ordering from their 
South African Website 
only

Code is valid until 12th January 2018

REN 

Rosa Centifolia 

3-in-1 Cleansing Water

200ml

R

310

$

25

£15