Halo Hair Extensions

Hello :)

Recently I was contacted by Halo to see if I'd be interested in trying out some of their hair extensions. Of course, I quickly jumped at the chance because I've always wanted hair extensions but I've never been able to afford them. I had a nosey around the site and decided on these ones to try out.

First of all, I love the box the extensions come in! Don't ask me why, I just think it's nice that the logo/website is printed onto the box haha.

The extensions come with 2 medium size pieces which are 6" wide and have 2 clips.

4 small pieces that are 2" wide with 1 clip. 

And 2 big pieces that are 8" wide with 3 clips. 

And I thought I'd include a picture of the clips for you. 

From the left to the right you can see the hair extension the way it arrived. In the middle is the hair extension straightened with GHD's and on the right is the hair extension curled with GHD's. 

These are not inserted properly into the hair, I've just quickly clipped them in to give you a better idea of what the extensions look like..

 

These extensions retail at £39.99 for 8 pieces and they're 16" long and human hair. This is just an introductary post as I will be having a play around with them and filming videos, writing reviews on them. So keep an eye out!

Has any one else tried extensions before?

xxx

January Favourites

Johnson's Baby Skincare Wipes, Tresemme 24 Hour Body Shampoo, Vichy Normaderm Moisturiser, Natural Collection Mango and Papaya Body Spray, Lush Bubblegum Lipscrub, 17 Wild Curls Mascara, Natural Collection Lip Liner in Almond, Bare Minerals High Shine Colour in Glisten, MAC Lipstick in Kinda Sexy, Rimmel Stay Matte Powder, Accessorize Merged Blusher in Pretty Pink, MAC Sheertone Blush in Pink Swoon.

I'm currently rediscovering Johnson's Baby Wipes after finding them on offer in Boots for just £1. They remove eye make up wonderfully and leave my skin feeling soft and soothed, they also smell beautiful - but remember, these aren't a substitute for cleanser! I love Tresemme hair care, it's my favourite and this shampoo never fails to impress me. My thin, flat hair always looks volumised after this has been used. I have a love/hate relationship with Vichy Normaderm moisturiser, some months I love it, others I hate it. But this month it's been a firm favourite of mine as it moisturises my skin but also controls shine and eliminates my pores. The Natural Collection body spray is something that I use every day - I've even had compliments on the way I smell. For just £1.99 it's a definite must have. And even if you don't like Mango and Papaya, they do a variety of different smells.

As for make up, Lush's Bubblegum lip scrub works wonders on my lips and leaves them feeling soft and ready for lipstick (especially as I've been wearing matte lipstick all month)! It also tastes yummy. I'm loving 17's Wild Curl mascara as it lengthens, defines, volumises and also curls my lashes, it's great for every day! Rimmel's Stay Matte powder is my all time favourite as it really does leave my skin completely matte and shine free - which is great for my horribly oily skin.

L-R Natural Collection Lip Liner in Almond, Bare Minerals High Shine Colour in Glisten, MAC Lipstick in Kinda Sexy, MAC Sheertone Blush in Pink Swoon, Accessorize Merged Blusher in Pretty Pink.

I've never owned a lip liner and I thought that it was about time that I did. So I decided to buy a Natural Collection one as it only cost me £1.99. It's a bit hard and not very nice to work with but it's practically the same colour as my lips and makes lipstick easier to apply and also lasts longer. I'm loving Bare Minerals eyeshadow in my crease for when I go out at night time, it's really vibrant and shiny and looks beautiful. Of course, MAC's Kinda Sexy lipstick is my all time favourite at the moment, it's great for day night and night time - so versatile. I love it! As for these two blushes, they pair very well together and can be built up depending on when they're being used!

What products have you been loving this month?

xxx

Feeding my Lip Balm obsession..

Here is my lipbalm collection as of 23/01/11.. And I want it to grow even more! I say lip balm but there is my lip scrub making an appearance in the back there. Oh and in case you haven't noticed, I've been taking some pictures on a different background - it's my new bedding :) cute right!

 

L-R Soft Lips Spiced Vanilla, Lip Smacker Coca Cola

First of all, I love the Soft Lips lip balm. The packaging is small, practical and looks cute and the balm itself contains SPF 20. Also it tastes and smells gorgeous. My sister says it stings her lips, which I do agree, but it doesn't bother me that much. It's also incredibly moisturising. This cost me around £2-£3.

The second one is one that my sister brought me from Primark for £1.50. They have a variety of flavours including Sprite, Coca Cola Vanilla and Cherry and Fanta. But I had to pick up Coca Cola seeing as I love Pepsi (not quite the same brand but you get the picture). This smells and tastes exactly like Coca Cola - it's so strange! It's not the most moisturising of the bunch and definitely will not help with chapped lips but if you use it before applying lipstick it will ensure a beautiful application.

Anyone tried out these lip balms? Any recommendations?

xxx

Accessorize Merged Blusher

When I went down to Epsom for my university interview on Sunday/Monday I went into Superdrug and saw that they had the new Accessorize make up range. I've been wanting to try out one of their blushes for a while now so I picked up one in 3-Pretty Pink.

I adore this packaging! Not only is it pretty and girly but it's also sturdy and feels very strong.

This colour is so beautiful. It's a pale pink that has shimmer running throughout it and also purple veins. I don't know what the purple veins add to the colour but it still looks pretty!

This colour can be built up to be used a blush or used lightly for a highlight. Personally, I like using it as a blush for day and then a highlight for night time. It's just so pretty!

I apologise for my horrible skin! It's getting better though :) You can't see it very well but you can see that the blush adds a touch of colour and really reflects the light! Lovely :)

What pieces would you recommend from this range?

xxx

Under-Eye Concealer Routine

When I posted up which concealers I used I was asked what I do with my Benefit It Stick and Eye Bright so I thought I'd do a little routine and show you all how I do my under-eye concealer!

L-R Benefit Eye Bright, Benefit It Stick

L-R Benefit Eye Bright, Benefit It Stick

My bare eye...scary!

First I apply a strip of Benefit's Eye Bright

After Benefit Eye Bright has been applied

Then I apply Benefit's It Stick on top

And the final product! It's really quick, simple and covers my dark circles, under eye bags and also brightens up my eye area!

Which concealers do you use around your eyes?

xxx