13 January 2022

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








11 January 2022

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {JANUARY 2022}

I'm not off to a very good start with my postings for 2022, 
as it's already the 11th and I'm only now posting my
 Currently Under Review post for January, as the saying goes
"Better late than Never".
I have some exciting products to review in 2022, thanks to some
wonderful inclusions in my two Beauty Advent Calendars that
I opened during the course of December.
If any one would like to see my daily openings then head over to my
Instagram account where you will find them both under my 
Highlights Reel.
This month I will be reviewing two products that were press drops and
two from my calendars.



L-R


1.
AVÈNE
SPF50+
INTENSE PROTECT


This latest sun protection launch from AVÈNE was kindly sent to me
for review back in December and unfortunately missed the inclusion
in my December "Currently Under Review" post, but I have been testing
this product out during the holidays, so you wont have to wait too long 
for my full review.
Avène SPF50+ Intense Protect is an innovative lightweight fluid offering 
very high UV protection with ultra water resistance. 
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin and babies from 
6 months of age.




2.
BYTERRY
BAUME DE ROSE
HAND CREAM

I was so happy and lucky to have the 
BYTERRY JEWEL FANTASY Beauty Advent calendar 
to open during December, as I've well and truly moved from being
 just a fan, to now being obsessed with this French brand.
The Baume de Rose Hand Cream was one of several full sized
products that lay behind the 24 doors and to give you a heads up,
its divine, but I will post my full review very soon explaining why I
love it so much.





3.
RAIN
RELAXING 
NIGHT CREAM

Another press drop and the arrival of this night cream was perfect timing, 
as my current night cream was nearing the end, so now that it's finished, 
tonight will be the first night of me using and as you already know, 
I take at least 3 months of use before I publish my full review.
This natural calming and relaxing night-time moisturiser, formulated 
with probiotics and botanicals known for skin conditioning, promises
to leave to skin appearing more radiant and even toned and I can't wait.



4.
AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES
DE-STRESS MUSCLE 
BATH & SHOWER OIL


This was one of several products that made me opt for the 
John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar.
Not able to get AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES here in South Africa
I have had my eye on this very product, but couldn't bring myself
to pay the Luxe price, so you could imagine my excitement with
it's very welcome inclusion in this particular calendar.
I cannot wait to try and bring you my full review.




Let me know in the comments below if you have used any of the above,
 as I would love to know your thoughts...



5 January 2022

MONTHLY FAVOURITES {NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2021}

This is the last faves post of 2021 and I have 3 products and a newly
launched range to rave about...


1.

AVÈNE
TOLERANCE CONTROL RANGE

The Tolerance Range was launched recently and I was
lucky enough to receive 3 products to try and not only was I impressed
but my "hubby" was also.

The 2 stars of the "Tolerance Show" were the
Soothing Skin Recovery Balm & Cream.

The range has been formulated to control the skin reactivity of hypersensitive, 
intolerant and allergic skin types.
"Hubby" took a liking to the Tolérance CONTROL Cream, 
which is more lightweight and immediately soothes stinging, tightness
 and hot flushes. 
It hydrates dry, hypersensitive, reactive, intolerant or allergy-prone skin.
 It’s the perfect everyday ally to control unpredictable skin reactions for a
more normal to combination skin.

My preference was for the rich soothing recovery balm, which hydrates dry, hypersensitive, reactive, intolerant 
or allergy-prone skin and calms the skin in 30 seconds.
 This rich moisturiser instantly calms sensitive skin and sensations of tightness, 
tingling and discomfort.
 The skin is left intensely moisturised and its barrier restored in 48 hours.
 Its rich and comfortable texture is particularly recommended for 
dry to very dry skin.

If you recognise any of the skin issues above then I highly recommend
this range whether it be for a short or long term use. 

and








2.

CHANEL
LES BEIGES
FRESH WATER TINT


This was my first Chanel purchase and I didn't regret it one little bit.
I had been procrastinating about this product for some time
and I was finally able to get one for free (more is revealed in my full review).
This lightweight, hydrating and instantly refreshing, the ultra-light formula
 is composed of 75% water. 
Created with micro fluidic technology, micro-droplets of encapsulated 
pigments melt into the skin on contact creating a radiant bare-skin effect. 
It provides a softened, smooth finish, for an even complexion.








3.

EVE LOM
RADIANCE FACE MIST 


This isn't just another facial spray, its a versatile, effective skincare treatment 
in a mist form.
I wasn't quite sure what to expect, yet it turned out to be all that I wanted
 it to be and then some.
It's serious skin care in a mist format and it's great as a boost 
or top-up for the skin during the day.
I have just come to the end of this face mist and I am seriously considering
 the "splurge" on buying a full size one , as I've really enjoyed this product.


 



4.

RAIN
FACIAL EXFOLIATOR

If I'm honest I wasn't expecting anything outstanding from this product, yet
once again I have been proven wrong, as I have been pleasantly surprised
 at how effective this exfoliator is.
I have been reaching for this product more than some of my other
exfoliators and, as I do have several, that speaks volumes as to how
much I'm enjoying it.
Overall it's an affordable, easy to use, effective facial scrub, one that would incorporate seamlessly into anyones existing skin routine and one I recommend.