Drugstore Holiday Haircare | John Frieda Beach Blonde Review

When it comes to my hair I have to say I have never been faithful to one brand. Like many women I suffer from a period of commitment phobia which drives me from product to product, each promising me something new and exciting. I guess I am always looking for something better, something that will do exactly what I want so much so that I would happily commit and not stray down the Boots hair isle ever again. 

I am currently in a pretty stable and committed relationship with a brand called Windle & Moodie. I am currently so obsessed that I talk about the brand when ever I can and it has actually changed my hair so much that I think we may start going steady. But more on my hair boyfriend later.

Holiday hair is something we all get. Parched from the sun, dry from the pool chlorine and crispy from the sea air. We can't all pull off tousled salty waves like a beach goddess and when I get home all I want is to re-hydrate and wash away the sand stuck in my scalp and this is where John Frieda Beach Blonde knocks the ball out of the park.

The John Frieda Beach Blonde range was discontinued a few years ago but there was such uproar on Facebook that they had to bring it back! And I for one would offer John a pat on the back for that decision. 

These cute minis are perfect for holiday hand luggage and the scent of mint and coconut just screams summer sun. One sniff of this and I am back on a warm beach, slathered in coconut sun oil and eating an ice lolly - In fact they should make a perfume! 

The shampoo and conditioner cleanses the hair to remove and clarify all the environmental build up. Also, don't let the name fool you! The Beach Blonde range is not actually just for blondes, infact there is nothing in the product especially for any hair colour and it wont lighten it either!

I would say this is a bit of a dupe for the Bumble & Bumble Surf range, but with out the awful price tag. These little guys are always on 3 for 2!! I really liked how clean my hair felt after using this little combo and the ends definitely felt hydrated. I have stocked up for all of my holidays coming up!!

John Frieda Beach Blonde Shampoo & Conditioner Travel Size, £2.00 Each

Do you remember the original Beach Blonde range?

Stay beautiful

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Soap & Glory Archery 2in1 Brow Filling Pencil & Brush Review

I have been using the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz (review here) for a couple of months and after it coming to the end of its life I just couldn't bring myself to pay another £15.00 for a brow product! So I went in search of a dupe. 

I stumbled on the Soap & Glory Archery 2in1 Brow Filling Pencil & Brush , £8.00, when I was buying a gift for my sister. After forgetting to give it to her I decided my need was greater and gave it ago on my sparse hairs! The Soap & Glory Archery 2in1 Brow Filling Pencil & Brush comes in two shades Blondeshell and Hot Chocolate. I have Hot Chocolate and it suits mid tone brown hair. 

What they say

Super skinny, retractable brow filling pencil and brush. Giving you maximum control for a thicker, fuller and more natural finish.

What I say

The first thing I noticed about the pencil was the formula. It isn't as good as the Anastasia Brow Wiz, it drags across the skin slightly and so the colour pay off can be a little patchy. Having said that I was able to quickly fix it by blending it into the hair using the little spoolie brush. I love that you don't need to sharpen it and that the little brush comes attached, saves carrying a separate tool.

The effect is very natural and you can easily spend time drawing on little hairs if you want to make it look even more brow like. I often don't have time, but even for a quick morning brow the Soap & Glory Archery Brow Filling Pencil does a pretty good job. I even prefer it to a lot of powder products I love!

It would be great if there were a few more colours to pick from, luckily this shade is perfect for me but wouldn't suit everyone! This product is perfect if you don't fancy splashing out £15 on the Brow Wiz!

Soap & Glory Archery 2in1 Brow Filling Pencil & Brush 

Which product do you prefer?

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Best Drugstore Lip Product | Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet Review in Peach Club

Sometimes we fancy a change. Perhaps we are done with the drying, cakey lipstick era or past the sickly sweet lipgloss' brands are pedalling to the adult market. Perhaps it is time to combine the two into the ultimate weapon in our beauty armoury. That's right, this year is the rise of the liquid lipstick a product that promises to deliver the pigment of a lipstick with a texture of a gloss, that sets matte! Oh you had me a the alteration, say no more! 

One such product is the Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet liquid lipsticks which are being hailed as a dupe for the pricey YSL Kiss & Blush Lip & Cheek Stain's. When it comes to splashing my cash I like to feel I am getting some bang for my buck; the product should reflect the price. So when I saw that the Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet's were £8.99 against the YSL £27 I snapped up a few shades in my local Boots drugstore, this one is Peach Club.

What they say

The Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet's soft, melting texture glides on to the lips and turns into a matt, velvety and incredibly light colour. Lips are left smooth and soft as velvet.

Enriched with evanescent oils, it’s incredibly sensuous formula provides a soft, second-skin feel, without drying or fading lips.

What I say

First off, I haven't loved a product as much as this since my love affair with the Clinique CC Cream. The Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet's little tubes of liquid colour are the best things since banana and peanut butter. The texture is liquid and when applied feels very soft and as the name states, like velvet. A little colour goes a long way and the colour pay off is amazing. Once you apply the liquid it sets matte and there is not stickiness like most lip glosses. I love a matte lipstick and once it was on there was no transfer after eating and drinking.

If you are looking for something new to add some sun to your winter blues' then I highly recommend you pick one of these up. There are 8 shades in the collection and I am dashing out to buy them all! They are often on a Boots 3 for 2 or buy one get one half price deal as well!

Boujour Rouge Edition Velvet, £8.99

Have you tried a liquid lipstick? What other brands should I try?

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xoxo

Must Have Drugstore Concealer | Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer Review

I have to admit, I don't often use drugstore makeup. But that is only because I have been lucky enough to work for some big brands over the years and I have stocked up on all of my favourite premium products. Sometimes I get big old spots that manifest into second heads or third eyes and I can't escape the dark circles that hood my eyes and make it look like I never sleep. 

I was recently sent a sample of the Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer* to try and it has become my go to product. No looking back now! 

After

What they say: Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer* fruit-therapy correcting concealer smoothes away dark circles and imperfections.

What I say: The oil-free formula means it is perfect for my oily skin and gives it great staying power. The creamy texture glided onto my skin and felt really light. I used a sponge to create a flawless finish and it turned the cream into a powder once patted into the skin, but you could use a brush or your fingers. On another note, the concealer smells amazing! Really fruity and sweet, lovely to put on my face every day. I was also pleased to find that the product didn't sink into the fine lines around and under my eyes. 

There are three different shades to pick from, I have the shade Eclat Medium and it is perfect for my pale skin tone. I will be stocking up on this little beauty, I seem to be getting through it at lightning speed and it is fairly cheap as far as concealers go! 

Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer, £7.99

Are there any drugstore concealers you would recommend? 

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