GHD Product Review *

Last week I received an email from a company asking me if I would like to review a GHD product for them. Well I wasn't going to say No was I?
So with a very excited email back confirming I would, I was asked to pick a product from the list they supplied me, Either one of their brushes or one of their styling products.

I chose a styling product mainly due to the fact I am using my  hairdryer and straighteners every other day, and brushes and me don't really mix to well either.

So they product I chose was the Straight and Smooth Spray for Thick/Coarse hair, which not only meant to straight and smooth your hair, it also contains the heat protector in it. I chose the Think/Coarse over the Normal/Fine one as my hair is naturally think but i have it thinned out when i get my 6 week hair cut.

"Effortless straightening for thicker hair......

With a high concentration of active ingredients, Straight & Smooth Spray for Thick / Coarse hair makes it easy to create a straight, sleek finish in thick or rebellious hair, while protecting from heat damage. Contains the ghd Heat Protection System. Best for... Thick or coarse hair in need of smoothing; creating long-lasting straight hair without frizz or flatness. To use... Apply 4-6 sprays to damp hair before blow-drying, or on to dry hair before using your styler. Style tip... Refresh your style in-between washes by spritzing over your dry hair before using your styler. "

I received this really quickly, at the end of last week and have used it 3 times since than.  I have used other brands of straight and smooth products, but I have to say this is definitely the best one so far! It certainly delivers what it says on the package/product details of defrizzing from the hair dryer, it also seems to make the hair drying process quicker and much more controlled.

As i have naturally straight hair anyway, for once my hair was actually good enough to not use my straighteners if I wanted to have a little more volume to my style ( I have a graduated bob ), However, I do like it poker straight and not so volumised so I do straightening after blowing drying.

Again I sprayed on a little of the product for the heat protection. The results I noticed were more visible as the day went on actually - mainly because my style stayed in place, no fly aways, no static/frizz ( as sometimes my hair gets these if their humid in the air ).

I am very pleased with the product, the only thing that bothers me a little is that the spray is quite thick ( could be because it is for think/coarse hair ) which is fine for when applying on wet hair. However, I prefer more of a mist spray when using it for dry hair to straighten.

I would definitely recommend this product - as you seem to get such a more professional/ salon use look out of it than ones I have used on the high street.
 I will be definitely be buying this when I run out, however I may try the normal/fine hair one to see if this is more of mist than a heavy spray.

For more information or to buy from GHD visit www.ghdhair.com


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Elemental Herbology | Skincare Trial Kit

In my previous post, I told you I had ordered the LIB Little Beauty Box which 3 samples I choose for just £1.50.

One of the samples I choose was the Elemental Herbology skincare trial kit which consisted of 3 sachets;

COOL AND CLEAR Facial Cleanser

 This ultra gentle facial cleanser will help the skin find its equilibrium. Free of fragrance and sulphates it helps dissolve impurities and balance sebum protection to purify and resolve congested skin. Recommended for all skin types - including teenagers.

• Contains a complex blend of valuable sugar structures from Apple with a nutrient-rich Bio-dynamic Algae to help stimulate cell renewal.
• Green Tea to cool and calm the skin while boosting anti-oxidant activity.
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• SLS-Free cleansing agent which creates a dense and abundant foam, gentle for the skin and eyes.
• Water Lily Flower Extract to help the skin combat external aggression – in particular solar irritation.
• Xylitol Glucoside to bind moisture deep within the skins surface layers, making the skin feels soft, smooth and balanced.
• Soothing and cooling properties of Aloe Vera and Bisabolol for powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant and anti-microbial properties.
• Lavender and Tea Tree gently balances sebum.

The cleanser smelt gorgeous, had a lovely natural zesty smell. I really loved the texture of this gel and it left my skin feeling really clean and nourish without it feeling left dry ( which i find some cleanser can do to my skin ). I will certainly be looking at buying this one.

 

I followed with

 

 FACIAL GLOW Radiance peel mask   

This mask helps to gently resolve dull, flaky and congested skin while stimulating the skins metabolism to promote a glowing and radiant complexion. It helps reduce pigmentation and balance skin tone, while purifying the pores and helping reduce fine lines and wrinkles. A weekly essential for all skin types.

• Apple serum, Papaya, Orange Peel, Tangerine and Jojoba beads (micro-spherical, non-abrasive) gently shed dead skin cells to make room for new epidermal growth.
• Encapsulated Vitamin C from the Acerola Cherry originating in the West Indies which has the highest content of Vitamin C among all fruits.
• Kombuchka and diacetyl boldine triglycerides – which have illustrated a remarkable improvement in the skins texture, while visibly reducing pigmentation.
• Vitamin A, C and E, Green Tea and Pomegranate to protect against oxidative damage.
• Pearl Extract used by traditional Chinese medicine to slow down ageing by improving the skins metabolism, while promoting a healthy glow.
• Manuka Honey and Water Lily for a powerful anti-inflammatory action that soothes and calms the skin.
• Pomegranate, Argan, Macadamia and Olive Oil infuses the skin with essential fatty acids, hydrate and nourishes sensitive skin.
• Multimineral Chrono-Energiser compex composed of Zinc, Copper and Magnesium revitalises the skin by ‘waking up’ cellular metabolism.

Again this is a wonderful product! The smell was yet another gorgeous natural zesty/fruity smell and the product felt amazing on the skin.  Recommended to leave on for 4 mins you really felt the product work in a good way. I definitely notice a difference in my skin afterwards too as it seemed alot brighter and fresher. Again I would definitely go and buy this product.

I than applied

SOOTHING OIL FREE Facial Hydrator SPF 12 which is suitable for all skin types. This ultra light formulation helps balance sebum production and protects against oxidisation from the sun and pollution while its anti-ageing actives help repair sun-damaged skin and boost the complexion to impart a healthy summer glow.

• Power-house’ of anti-oxidants: Kakadu Plum, Green Tea, Acerola Fruit and Vitamin A, C and E.
• Sri Lankan Cinnamon and cocoa for a powerful astringent effect.
• Pearl Extract used by traditional Chinese medicine to slow down ageing by improving the skins metabolism, while promoting a healthy glow.
• Oak Apple and Millet stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis to firm and tone the skin.
• Gamma Oryzanol to provide a natural sun protection booster.
• Fresh Pumpkin Cells rich in anti-oxidants help to protect and nourish the skin make them ideal for after-sun treatments.
• Olive Squalane is a botanical lipid similar in molecular structure to human lipids that absorbs quickly without making the skin greasy.
• Multimineral Chrono-Energiser complex composed of zinc, Copper and Magnesium revitalises the skin by ‘waking up’ cellular metabolism.
• Mineral rich Sea Salts help detoxify and purify the body by drawing out impurities through the skin.
• Aloe Vera to cool and soothe.

The moisturiser texture is very light and readily absorbed into your skin without feeling greasy, and left it feeling nourished with a lovely glow. It was also a good base for than putting on makeup.
Again at first impressions, I would go and buy this product.

Overall I was very impressed with my samples and the products were amazing. I love skincare and even though I am always on the look for trying something new, I do have my favourites and this has got to be one of them.

For more info on Elemental Herbology and there range of products visit http://elementalherbology.com