October Wish List.

Not long ago I did two wish lists, one on high-end/luxury products I really wanted, and one on drug store products. Not long after I posted that, the list began to grow. I decided as different products are released every month, I thought I was a good idea to start doing a monthly wish list.

Therefore this is the "OCTOBER WISH LIST!”

I know sometimes when people do wish lists, they can just end up being a long list of products. Therefore I thought I would narrow it down to 5 products each month, and have a mixture of luxury and drug store products. Alongside this give a little description of what they’re meant to be like from their website descriptions.

So lets begin…

butterLondon Nail Polish in Petrol Overcoat.

This is a new release from butterLondon, as part of their Illusionist Collection. The website describes it as a sheer, tornate overcoat, which can be brush on top of any butterLondon lacquer to transform the shade, or alternatively can be use alone. Overall creating the opalescent sheen of oil reflected in rain. Now this is something I have tried before from another brand. However as much as I loved it, the formula of that brand wasn’t amazing, and trying to apply it was rather difficult, therefore I chose not to repurchase it. Therefore I’m really happy and excited butterLondon, whose polishes are of incredible quality are releasing a nail polish of this type. I have really high hopes for this polish, just hope it doesn’t let me down!

Mario Badescu Aloe Vera Toner.

I haven’t tried too many Mario Badescu products, actually only one other product and that’s the silver powder, which I actually will be repurchasing but that’s for another post (coming soon). My skin is sensitive however also combination due to having a rather oily t-zone, and my main concerns are large pores and blemishes, and obviously the sensitivity. Therefore finding skin care products I like and that work can be rather difficult. However this toner sounds amazing. It is designed for sensitive skin; therefore its alcohol-free, which is something I think, is really important. The main ingredient is obviously Aloe Vera, which helps to sooth and calms the skin, whilst other properties in the toner help lift and remove pore-clogging debris from the skin. I was struggling at deciding between this and the cucumber alternative, however I thought I would give this a go first due to the soothing properties and if it doesn’t give the results I’m hoping for, then I will try the cucumber one.

Too Faced Primed and Poreless PURE Primer.

Now, not too long ago you no doubt remember me raving about the Too Faced Primed and Poreless ORIGINAL Primer, which helps to provide a smooth and pore-free canvas for foundation. I really liked the primer because it did exactly as it said it would, providing the perfect canvas. However, whilst looking online I came across this PURE version, which is aimed at sensitive skin…yey. According to the website this version is a colourless oil-free formula, whereas the original has a slight pink tint to it, sometimes causing a slight chalkiness on the skin if you applied too much. The main reason I want to try this version is because it states it not only erases the appearance of pores and other imperfections, but it also helps sooth and minimize redness. This is something I often get due to how irritated my skin can be, and in fact helps brighten the skin. The soothing properties alone are what made this primer stand out in comparison to the original and other similar pore erasing primers. Hopefully this primer will live up to its amazing product description and glowing reviews.

Too Faced Snow Bunny Luminous Bronzer OR Too Faced Pink Leopard Blushing Bronzer.

Recently I have found myself looking at some of the Too Faced products. The main problem with Too Faced in the UK is that its not as well known as it is in the US, therefore it can be rather hard to find and try the products before buying them. However I think this Snow Bunny Luminous Bronzer would be just perfect not only for winter, but also for my paler skin as my summer glow begins to fade. The problem I have with bronzers when I’m a little paler is that they can tend to look muddy. Therefore due to the 4 very different shades in this bronzer, I thought it could help combat the muddiness I get from most other bronzers, as well as giving me a really pretty winter glow.

Alongside this I was also looking at the Too Faced Pink Leopard blushing bronzer. This also has 3 different shades aims to help combat muddiness and give a beautiful glow to the skin. I like it for the similar reasons to the Snow Bunny version, I think it would give the perfect pinky-peach flush which I think looks amazing in winter as its not too much. They both contain shimmer, so if you don’t like shimmer then you might want to stay clear. However I think especially in winter, a bit of shimmer helps to give a healthy glow to the skin, when actually thanks to the freezing temperatures and central heating it’s anything but.

I really cant decided which one I prefer between the two, therefore I think I’m going to have to find somewhere that stocks them…and try them both out to see which I prefer.

TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal & Honey Intense Nourishment Mask.

Ok, do I need a new hair mask…not particularly. Is this really necessary…maybe not. However is this the first mask TIGI’s Catwalk collection have ever released…yes it is. Therefore I think that’s a good enough reason for me to give it a go. This is meant to be a really intense mask aimed at moisturising and conditioning dry, damaged hair leaving it smooth, soft and silky. This mask I think could become a serious god send when it comes to winter, as my hair is already seeming so much dryer due to the cold weather then it normally does. Now the one thing that really stood out for me when reading about this mask is that even though its an intense mask, it doesn’t weigh down or coat the hair, which is something I have found with other really intense mask, leaving my fine hair really flat and weighed down. Alongside this the ingredients look really good too, everything that’s in this mask is there to help nourish hair, not for a place holder or to help it smell nice. Also to add it has added heat protection elements, therefore this means it will also continue to help protect hair even after you’ve used this mask.

Overall this month it's a real mix of products that are on my wish list, which isn't always the case. I think due to it coming up to winter, I'm really looking for products which can really get me through winter and help transition from autumn to winter.

Whats on your October Wish List?

Small Talk.

TIGI Bed Head -

Small Talk

TIGI Bed Head Small Talk is 3 products in 1, it has a light scent of blueberry which is INCREDIBLE and is a massive seller in-salon and on-line. It can be used as a mousse type product for brush drying, only use one pump and apply like you would a mousse (rub into hands before application), it’s a bit thick and sticky on application but is very lightweight on the finished hair, Bed Head Small Talk creates big volume with no crispiness on the finished look or feel.

I’ve always liked TIGI products, especially the styling products, they are amazing products which give amazing results and in comparison with some other brands aren’t that expensive. My hairdresser loves this product and every time I go for my hair cut, highlighted or just styled she always uses it, and the results are always amazing. However, never the less I know that what the professionals achieve is not always what you at home can achieve. Never the less I thought it was time to order it and give it a go…I’m definitely not regretting it. The result was VERY impressive. It looked as if my very thin and lifeless hair was at least double its usual thickness and volume. It fell into shape without any back combing or coaxing and retained its style even till the next day, which its just amazing. It didn’t go stiff nor did it seem to matt my hair, it still looked healthy and shiny and not one bit greasy. However its important to know a little goes a very long way, I think the first time I used it, I maybe used a bit too much, however I will be sure to compare the results of using a little bit less.

Overall I’m truly delighted in this product, it gives amazing results and also has heat protection infused within in therefore it doesn’t feel like your hairs burning like some other volumising products, especially when you straighten your hair afterwards it doesn’t drag or snap. I would definitely recommend anything with thin, rather lifeless hair or anyone who just wants some volume putting into their hair without the sticky, matt side effects then you really should invest in this, you wont be disappointed.

Smooth, Sleek and Shiny.

TIGI -

S-Factor

Not long ago I saw a blogger mention her love for the TIGI's S-Factor products, and how amazing they are at giving you the smooths, sleekest, shiniest and overall healthiest of hair. First I thought I would tell you about my hair, because I think that's key to knowing if these products are going to work wonders for you. My hair is ridiculously thin, flat and totally lifeless. Due to using straighteners or curlers every day and it being highlighted, it means its also really rather dry on the ends, obviously making it look even more dull and lifeless...if that's even possible. I therefore prefer the more sleek and shiny look, basically because the messy and volumed look takes too much effort in a morning and it rarely ever works.

So on to the products...

Serious Conditioner

This was my first S-Factor purchase, and was the key thing which my fellow blogger raved about, she totally loved it. Therefore I ordered it pretty much straight away as I couldn't wait to try it. The website states "Serious Conditioner provides you with a weekly intensive hair remedy that takes hydration to the next level. Sunflower Seed Oil provides intense moisture, while Hydrolysed Silk minimises the appearance of split ends. The ideal intense conditioner for all hair types." 

I used this the night it arrived, I was too excited to wait and my hair needed some TLC anyway, therefore I thought it was the perfect time to try it. I washed my hair like normal with my TIGI Dumb Blonde Shampoo, then I only used a small amount of this, focusing mainly on the ends, and running the remaining product through the rest of my hair (attempting to avoid the roots). I left it on for 5 minutes, making sure my hair soaked it up good and proper, then washed it off with warm water. Straight away my hair felt super soft. I dried my hair like normal, straightened it and omg my hair looked incredible! It was super soft, super shiny and most of all looked just walked out of the salon healthy and perfect, I really couldn't believe it, impressed was not the word. I spent the whole day getting comments on how amazing and healthy my hair looked, and my best friend would have spent the whole time stroking it if she had her way, it was just touchabley soft.

Overall I really cant believe how amazing this product is. The result is fantastic from using such a small amount of product. It gives extreme moisture and protein, helps protect from colour fading, minimises split ends and contains sunflower seed oil, what more could you really as for. I already cant wait to use it again, its also important to note the result does last, my hair has been so much more manageable, shiny and smooth ever since using this "serious conditioner", which is something I find very rare with hair masks and intensive treatments. I'm definitely going to be using this once every week, especially during the autumn/winter months.

I have the 150ml version of this, which is actually really big and it retails for £14 on FeelUnique.com, which is actually really quite a good price. On the other hand however you can buy it in a bigger 750ml tube, which is only £25.50, once again on FeelUnique.com, its obvious that the 750ml (if you have somewhere to keep it) is much better value and is so worth buying,

Dream Drops

I love shiny, healthy looking hair. Therefore I'm forever looking for a product which gives me the best results, however without leaving my hair greasy, which is ridiculously difficult when you have fine hair. Then I read about this on someones blog and thought I would do a bit more research into it...and lets just say a serious amount of people rave about this product. Basically "Dream Drops is a lightweight shine serum that separates and defines strands while nourishing the hair without weighing it down. Enriched with vitamins and Jojoba Oil, this product can be used daily to impart shine, detangle and condition."
Overall, I love this hair product, it's makes my hair feel amazing (like silk), smell amazing (like strawberries), and look amazing (even my boyfriend said how incredibly healthy and shiny it looked)! Ingredients wise it not only has Avocado oil, which is very penetrating and rich in vitamins A, C, E and amino acids, but also Jojoba seed oil which helps your hair retain moisture and elasticity...dry hair will benefit from this little wonder greatly. I know some people really like to use this on damp hair before they blow dry, however as I already use my "SkinnySerum" for that, I prefer to just use this as a mega shine serum after straightening it.
This comes in a 75ml bottle, which is really good as you only need a pea size amount for the most amazing shine. It retails for £15.25 on FeelUnique.com, which I think is a really good price for such a fantastic product.

Flat Iron Shine Spray
The one thing I always forget to use is a heat defence spray. I don't really know why because I'm always moaning about how dry my hair is, and heat damage is the main reason for dry hair, therefore heat defence should be the first thing on my "I need list". However like many women, when I wake up in a morning spraying my hair with a heat defence spray just seems like one more step that I don't really have time for...but not any more!
This Flat Iron Shine Spray is a "high tech thermal protectant which provides a soft shine with a healthy finish whilst styling with a flat iron and also protects from daily UV rays. Vitamins A & E nourish the hair while acting as antioxidants to protect hair from environmental damage.
Overall this does what it says on the bottle. It helps to protect hair, keeps it looking healthy and shiny and doesn't leave it feeling or looking greasy like some other heat defence sprays. Like most other TIGI products this has a really sweet smell, not overly sickly but not one you can ignore. Personally I really like it, it reminds me of a sweet shop and the scent does last in your hair which is always a bonus. This is for me a really good product, it leaves my hair feel well protected, conditioned and with a healthy shine. Out of all the heat defence sprays I've tried this one works best for me, and proves that it's sometimes worth paying that little bit extra for salon quality products. However, its really important to note, with this product less is definitely more, as going over the top could lead to you hair looking slightly on the greasy side. I know this is a spray, however i find it works best if you spray it into your hands then run it through your hair, I find doing this not only stops your hair getting greasy but also makes the product spread further.
This fabulous product comes in a 125ml bottle, which is really good as you only need 2 or 3 sprays for your whole hair, if you section it, then obviously its on spray per section. It retails on FeelUnique.com for £13.50, which again is really rather cheap for such an amazing product.

Have you ever tried any of the TIGI S-Factor range, if so...what are your thoughts on it?

Dumb Blonde.

TIGI BedHead -

Dumb Blonde Smoothing Stuff

I wanted to buy this in Manchester, however it was on offer on HQHair, therefore I thought I would buy it whilst it was on offer...also I couldn't wait till the weekend to buy it.

It's easily to say, when this arrive at my door I was incredibly excited to try it. The packaging of this is incredibly cute and stylish, it's so compact and looks so pretty. The metallic pink lid is most defi the highlight of the the whole packaging and makes it look, in my opinion, more expensive then it was.

The description says: "Shine, defrizz, and add the perfect finishing touch every time you use Bed Head Dumb Blonde Smoothing Stuff. Created by blonde's for blonde's and all the colours in between, Dumb Blonde Smoothing Stuff makes hair smooth, frizz-free, soft and hydrated. Just apply some stuff to your just finished hair, and watch those frizzy fly-aways disappear."

The products itself is a mix between a gel and a cream. It a really light, silky texture and disappears as soon as you run it through the ends of your hair. Its a very pearly looking colour, this I believe is what gives it the incredible 3D shine, which is just show stopping and something many people have commented on. However the other thing which is incredible about this product is the smell! Now if you have ever tried any TIGI BedHead products you will know they have a tendency of smelling intoxicating lush, but the smell of this just blows the rest out of the water. Its really hard to explain what it smells like, I personally think its rather floral, however my boyfriend thinks it smells like a mix between candy and fruit...either way it smells divine. Another point to highlight is that no one out of the reviews I read before buying this products mentioned it ever weighing down their hair, this was a key point for me as my hairs is already lifeless as it is, without it being weighed down. It also doesn't make it greasy at all, if anything its makes your hair look really nice and healthy after using a bit of dry shampoo, overpowering that powdery look which dry shampoo has a tendency of gives you (not a good look).

Even though it is only a little tub, 50ml to be specific, you only need a little dab for your whole hair (usually I use whats on the lid). I then rub it between my hands, and run it through the ends of my hair and on any frizzy bits or fly-aways on the top. My hair is left impeccably tamed, and all of my hair looks healthy, shiny and smells amazing.

TIGI BedHead in general is a brand I don't come across often within the blogging world, and I don't really see why. All there products are amazing, but this is my clear favourite, everyone should buy it. Its originally priced at £10 (FeelUnique) however I do know if you buy this in shops its usually £14/15.

Me on the other hand bought it from HQHair for only £7, with free delivery.

Have you ever tried any of the TIGI BedHead products, if so which are you favourites?