Hair Treatment For An Itchy Scalp

Hi guys, 

I have had the worst case of itchy scalp recently. I don’t know if it’s a build-up of using cheaper shampoos but it’s been a major pain in the arse. As you know, I used to work in a hairdressers in my younger years so we got to try out the new Aveda merchandise when we got a shipment in so we could sell it onto our clients. I liked having the option of using more expensive products but I felt the cheaper varieties, especially conditoners, worked just as well. 

Ever since my hairdressing days, I have used a conditioner twice per week, left it on my damp hair overnight and rinsed out in the morning. It’s always breathed new life into my hair and made it feel fantastic. But now I feel as though there is a slight build up in my hair, I don’t know how right enough as I don’t use dry shampoo that often, I never put mousse in it unless it’s a night out and I hardly ever spray hairspray. The only thing I do is put some KMS Quick Drying Spray (£14) at the ends of my hair before blow drying. But as I say, it felt as though it needed a good scrub. 

If you have had an itchy scalp before then you share my pain. I wanted to find something that would help me out but wouldn’t cost an arm and a leg but the only products that seemed to be up to the job were the Lush Big Sea Salt Shampoo (£6.75 to £21.50) and Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt (£39) but I was horrified at the price of these products and knew I would never buy them so I decided to make my own. I know what you’re thinking, I happily spend stupid money on makeup but I won’t spend it on haircare? Your damn right! 

I really wanted something to scrub at my scalp and calm the itching down (I swear I don’t have lice!) so I decided to emulate the sea salt scrub by adding 2 tablespoons of each of the following: pink salt, lemon juice, coconut shampoo and olive oil until it made a coarse paste. If your salt is on the rather large size, just smash it up using the back of a spoon or in a pestle and mortar until it has crumbled to a better size. I then starting rubbing onto my dry scalp by lightly massaging in, I done this for a good ten minutes and until all of the paste was used up. I tied my hair up and left this for a couple of minute while my shower began to warm up. I washed off under the hot shower and carried on with my normal hair care routine.

I can’t believe I am about to say it, but my head instantly felt better. There was no itching at all. My hair also felt as though I had put in a texturizing spray which was incredible as it styled better when I curled it with my straighteners and felt a little coarser without using any product. 

I would highly recommend using this scrub as it worked wonders for me. The itching subsided, my hair styled better and my hair actually felt nicer. Give it a go if you suffer from an itchy scalp or if you have a build-up in your hair as it will really help you out.

This is going to be my last post until after the 20th as I am away on holiday. I hope you have enjoyed and if you have any other hair treatments for me, leave me a comment below.

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What Does Your Hair Colour Say About You?

Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Lindsay Lohan and Dita Von Teese.

Hi guys,

I was thinking about hair colours recently and the typical statements that spring to mind when we see people with certain colours such as "Blondes have more fun" "Blondes are dumb" "Brunettes are smarter" "Brunettes are classy" "Raven heads are vixens" "Raven heads are strong" "Redheads have tempers" "Redheads are great in bed". Oi! oi! A little cheeky one at the end there I know, but it’s true, these are the first things that pop into people’s heads when they see hair colours. This isn't me just rambling, this is a proven scientific fact that people judge a person based on hair colours and these are the most common preconceptions.

I don't think blonde haired folk warrant the idea that they are all dumb or stupid, blondes are actually unique creatures of the world as there is only 10% of them out with naturally blonde hair so why not have an expression such as "Blondes are unique" rather than conform to the idea that all blondes are dumb. Even though Marilyn Monroe may be the most famous blonde to ever live, she wasn't a natural blonde, she simply dyed her hair to look a certain way and to give off a certain personality which to be fair, worked in her favour as she landed the roles she wanted and became the most famous ditzy blonde ever known. All at a cost though eh? Although brunettes are supposed to have the thickest hair of all the hair colours, blondes are supposed to have the most hair on their heads.

Brunettes are the most common haired folk out there with the most coarse and thickest of the bunch. They have been studied and the consensus is they are level headed and great judges of character which I totally agree with, my judgement of a person or situation has never let me down in the past! Look at Audrey Hepburn for example, she is the most famous brunette, in my books anyway, she just oozes class and intelligence but that doesn't mean all brunettes are the same.

The raven haired girls like Dita Von Teese, to me look so mysterious and ooze sex appeal, they look as though they could take on the world without batting an eyelid, which is something I admire. Dita again, isn't a natural black haired girl, she is naturally a blonde but we wouldn't say she was dumb would we?

Like the natural blondes out there, red heads are also a very rare breed with something like 2% of the world having natural red hair (according to the BBC). Lindsay Lohan may be the most famous of the red heads at the moment due to her constantly being in the press. She is a natural red head and has had her fair share of column inches whether it be good or bad. She does strike me as the "typical" red head in the sense that she seems fiery, bad tempered and good in bed (if we are to believe all of those rumours) but it would be wrong of me to judge all red heads on this assumption.

As you all know I am a brunette and I certainly don’t conform to the typical ideas of a brunette as I am not that classy nor am I the smartest in the bunch. Sometimes I have those typical blonde moments we discussed earlier, Liam would probably say more often than not ha-ha! If my hair was to say anything about my personality it would probably be along the lines of “Fiery” “Speaks My Mind” “Funny” “Ditzy” and “Kind”. After speaking with my friends and family they confirmed these. My very good friend, Ross, said I was an open book, meaning what you see is what you get where as my friend Pauline said I had a kind and nurturing personality but most of who I asked said I was gobby, fiery and funny ha-ha! Charming!

Obviously there are other colours and designs out there now as people aren’t afraid to experiment with their looks and even use it as a fashion statement or for a particular way they are feeling. We are lucky to have so many options now rather than the 4 main colours such as gorgeous pastel shades, multi coloured, leopard print, tiger print, and grey. I say, do what you want with your hair, be any colour you want and if you aren’t happy with the colour you are just now, change it!

If you do want a change you should check out a great hair dye company I recently discovered, Madison Reed. They have a color advisor on their site which helps you out if you want to change your look, it also helps to find the perfect shade for you based on complexion and hair type. Madison Reed offer a healthier approach to colouring your hair as all dyes are PPD, sulphate, gluten and ammonia free. Who really has the £s to spend in a salon every time you need your hair coloured? 

If you could change your hair colour, what colour would you choose?

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Kerastase Nutritive Range | Bain Satin 1 And Lait Vital

Hi guys,

As you saw in my recent haul post, I managed to get my hands on the Look Fantastic Beauty Box this month, there were only a limited supply of boxes so as soon as I heard about it I put an order in straight away and got it.

I'm not really one for beauty boxes as I keep saying but I was surprised at the products in this box as well as the size of the samples. All samples were deluxe size apart from the This Works Pillow Spray. I don’t know if you know this about me, but I used to be a colour technician when I was younger so hair products excite me and I do remember using this brand all those years ago and loving it.

The Nutritive Bain Satin 1 Shampoo and the Nutritive Lait Vital Care Treatment (£38.80 for both) are amazing. The smell isn't all that great to be honest but I’m not fussed about that. As long as they work ha-ha. This range is specifically made for dry to normal hair which gives a deep clean as well as a lightweight conditioning. I obviously used these straight away as I was keen to see how they worked with my hair which is normal to greasy and quite fine.

The shampoo was great, I felt as though it gave a really good clean and left me with beautifully soft hair. It lathered quite well and washed out perfectly fine. The conditioner was the star of the show though. My hair felt brand new. Do you know when you go to the hairdressers and it gets washed, cut and blow dried and feels stunning, well this is exactly what this did. I don’t tend to use conditioner all that often but when I do, I leave it in my hair overnight and wash it out in the morning by shampooing again. I tried that method with this product and I swear, I don’t think I have ever felt my hair being any softer or looking healthier.

If you want to have healthy looking hair that feels clean and looks ridiculously shiny, buy these. I know that as soon as I have ran out of these I will be buying the full size Care Treatment (£20.90) as it done what it said on the tin. I agree it is quite expensive but honestly, a treatment as good as this will last a while as you only need a little bit each time you use it.

Have you tried these products? 

Did you receive the Look Fantastic Beauty Box? 

What hair product do you love?

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Herbal Essences | Clearly Naked Volume 0%

Shampoo

Dry Shampoo

Hi guys,

Do you know when you see a newly released product and you launch at it so quickly that even David Attenborough would miss it? Well that’s exactly what I was like when I spotted the new Herbal Essences Clearly Naked Volume 0% Range in Asda. An added bonus was the fact that they were only £1.50 each! I mean come on. I love HE packaging anyway but these look so clean and crisp don’t they? Anyway, I only picked up the Shampoo (£1.50) and Dry Shampoo (£1.50) and somehow forgot the Conditioner (£1.50), oh well, another trip to Asda isn’t all that bad.  

The Clearly Naked Volume Range has a white grapefruit and mint scent which is so strong when you first pop the bottle open. It has hints of peach blossom, guava, jasmine and citrus scents, so you can only imagine how delicious this smells. The range is free from parabens, silicones and dyes incase you want to know that. 

The shampoo was obviously stunning, all HE products are in my opinion. I loved how clean my hair felt and also the subtle bounce it had to it after it was dried. I even had that Herbal Essences orgasmic waterfall sensation in the shower haha. I jest, but seriously, I loved the way my hair smelled and how shiny it looked too. A definite winner for me.

The dry shampoo was not so great. It did smell fantastic but as far as absorbing oils and adding volume goes, this didn’t do either. The product itself felt quite wet when I applied it to my hair. I shook and shook this bottle and it honestly didn’t make any difference. The texture was all wrong and made my hair feel as though it had hairspray in it so it was quite sticky which is not what you want from a dry shampoo. The only bonus was the fact that I could still smell this product in my hair hours later and I mean hours later as I was out with friends but sadly it’s not enough to save it in my books.

I am in love with the scent of the range and also the shampoo itself as it does what it says. The dry shampoo, I wouldn’t bother with if truth be told. They do have some other ranges including Shine and Moisture so I will need to pick these up to see how they differ.

Have you tried this yet? 

Did you like it? 

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Summer Series | Bag Essentials

Hi guys,

Its my birthday today! The big 28! Its bloody scary to think I will be 30 soon. Anyway, you know in the summer, there are always certain things you carry round with you to keep you comfortable well, this is my list of things I carry round with me. If you are out and about or always on the hunt for things then load up your bag before you go out. This will really help you out. It will be a life saver, trust me!

1. Water – First things first. If I am out and about then I want to stay hydrated as I can’t be bothered with a banging headache due to lack of fluids, so I tend to fill up a water bottle and drink this throughout the day. I know you can buy water when you are walking around but sometimes queues could be big, you are out of the way from shops or it’s an absolute scorcher and the shelves are empty so it’s always good to be prepared. Try and drink 2 litres of water a day, if you can drink more then go for it but this is a nice round figure. If you are going to be drinking later on, like we most often do on nice days, then your body and head will thank you in the morning.

2. Urban Decay Setting Spray (£9) – Don’t get me wrong, I don’t plaster a full face on in the summer months, but if I want to look fresh and made up then I will apply a small amount of makeup, focusing more on my eyes and lips. That’s where a setting spray will benefit you. If I know I am going out all day and night and don’t want my makeup to melt off, then I apply my foundation with a setting spray to give extra longevity and then I spray all over once my makeup is complete. This is just something I have done for a while now and I really notice a difference with it. I also like to take it with me as it acts as a cooling agent if you are burning up. This is not a miracle worker, meaning it will not keep all makeup on, it will just help with the length of time it stays.

3. Hydrating Spray - I always have some kind of water/hydrating spray in my bag and recently it has been the Avene Water Spray (£7). Although the setting sprays are just as good, sometimes I want a spritz of hydration and only these will do. If you overheat quite a bit or just want to feel refreshed, I would seriously buy one of these. There are loads on the market, but this is the one I go for as it doesn’t have a scent and doesn’t leave my skin feeling sticky. Mac Fix + (£13.50) is also another good one if you already have that in your collection.

4. SPF – In the summer months, I like to use skincare and foundations that have SPF in them to protect my face but I also like to carry round a little spray for any body parts that are on show such as my shoulders and feet as they burn the most on me. I like to use Garnier Ambre Solaire Protective Oil SPF30 (£7.50) as it reminds me of holiday and sinks into the skin nicely.

5. Powder – I have oily skin so I like to make sure my tzone area is shiny free. I reach for the Rimmel Stay Matte Translucent Powder (£3.99) as its doesn’t add any colour to my skin but keeps my skin shine free.

6. Deodorant - It’s a hot day, so get the deodorant with you!

7. Lip Balm - Keeping my lips hydrated is high on my list of priorities. I always have the Nivea`s Raspberry Rose Lip Butter (£2) with me as its nourishing, not sticky and smells amazing. I find lip butters work best on my lips and prevents them from drying out. When I come home from a long day I normally scrub them with a homemade sugar scrub or a Lush Lip Scrub and then layer on this lip butter to hydrate throughout the night.

8. Hair Clips (£1) - Gurrrl, you know hair clips are high on my priorities. I hate my hair flying about in my face and I can only have my hair down for about 2 hours tops so in hot days, I need it away from my face but also cute looking. Clips, bobby pins or hair ties are always in my bag regardless of weather if truth be told.

9. Sunglasses - My eyes are very sensitive so I always have a spare set of sunglasses in my bag but I am currently loving my Ray Ban Clubmasters (£125), they keep enough light out and look pretty as well.

10. Cover up - I live in Scotland so I never know what the weather is going to be like. It can be 30C one minute and then pissing down with rain the next so I always have a little cardigan or light rain coat in my bag just in case!

What are your summer bag must haves?

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Graduation Day Tips

Hi Guys

I haven’t graduated yet but I have been to a few and after talking to some of my friends about their regrets on the day when it comes to choice of clothes, makeup, hair etc. I thought I would share some tips with you to ensure you have the best, comfortable day ever before going off to get rat arsed.

1. Wear a primer – When it comes to makeup, we want it to last all day without running the risk of it melting off throughout the day so a good primer is a must. Have a little look at what primers work best on certain skin types as it will help you decide. I have oily skin so I tend to go for a matte finish or oil free primer as they help me but if you have dry skin then I would suggest a radiance or hydrating one. Another little trick I swear by is to spray setting spray on my face after my primer and then work the foundation in to ensure extra protection.

2. Powder your face – If you are oily like me, this is a must do step as you don’t want to end up with makeup dribbling down your face do you? I would suggest giving your t-zone a little extra care just before you start the ceremony to ensure that you done have a big shiny dome when you take centre stage.

People will be taking photos of you as well so it’s nice to know your face is taken care of. I would suggest Rimmel Stay Matte Translucent Powder (£3.99) as its light and colourless but I equally love Mac Studio Fix (£22) for some extra coverage and to create a flawless base.

3. Choose a natural face – If you don’t normally wear makeup, go for a natural finish with some concealer, mascara, nude lipstick and a little highlight to make you pop. There is no point going full hog with a dramatic smokey eye and bold lip if it’s not you. You want to look nice on your big day, you worked your arse off for that certificate so don’t make a show of yourself. If you do want a bold lip, go for a matte finish or a liquid lipstick as these will wear well throughout the day.

Kate Moss Rimmel #107 is a great matte dark red or any of the Mac Matte Lipsticks (£15.50) as the colour selection is amazing. If you want a sheen finish then I would recommend Chanel Rouge Coco Shine Satisfaction or Boy which are great at giving a nice hint of colour to the lips or if you want to down the gloss route I would suggest any of Tanya Burr Cosmetics Lip Glosses (£5.99).

4. Dresses or Trousers? - Wear whatever you feel most comfortable in and always check the weather. If it’s going to be a nice day then whack on a bit of fake tan and get a nice summery dress on to show off your pins. If it’s going to be raining and cold then I would suggest wearing a nice jumpsuit. If you can rock a fabulous dress and heels, go for it girl! It’s your day to shine.

5. Comfortable Shoes - Again, it’s going to be a long day so make sure you wear a comfortable pair of shoes. If you are used to heels then rock them, but if you are more of a flatty lover then find a dressed up pair to compliment your outfit.

6. Hair - You will be wearing a cap so I wouldn't go OTT on the updos ladies as it will weigh it down or loosen all that hard work. Leave it simple, you can always do a little something later on when you are having drinks or a meal.

7. Nails - I would definitely recommend getting your nails done as you will be posing for pictures with your scroll and you don't want chipped or unkempt nails in those pictures that will be on display for everyone to see when they rest on your parent’s fireplace or mantle.

8. Have fun! Take loads of pictures. Get really drunk. Have a nice meal with friends and family. It doesn’t matter what you do but bloody well enjoy it!

Let me know what your plans are in the comments below guys.

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Sephora Are Shipping To The UK!!!

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Hi guys, 

I'm just gonna put it out there, I am a massive beauty addict. My makeup and skincare collection is borderline obsessive and I spend any spare cash buying the latest product. It is getting a bit out of control though as I’ve taken over my 2nd bedroom with all things beautiful, but do you know what, I’m not even ashamed of it!

For this reason I am beyond happy that Sephora are now shipping to the UK *inserts excited face here*. I always hear the American Youtubers talking about Sephora hauls and I am jealous that I can’t get over there. I know the UK used to have one back in the day but it didn’t perform well and they took it away but I think we deserve it back goddamn it!

For all of you who don’t know what or who Sephora are, they are a huge beauty retail store and they have everything a beauty addict could ever imagine with a vast choice of brands to choose from including brands we are unable to get in the UK like Tarte Cosmetics, Makeup Forever, Sephora`s own brand (lipsticks are meant to be awesome) and Koh Gen Doh.

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The website itself is very easy to use, they have everything spread out into nicely presented categories so you will be able to find what you are looking for in no time, unless of course you’re like me and wander through it for hours instead of studying or doing the housework!! The skincare IQ section is particularly interesting as they help you narrow down your selection of skincare products after you answer a few questions.

The shipping costs aren't for the faint hearted but if you and some friends chip in then it will take the fees down a little. They also add on all taxes, shipping and handling fees when you are checking out so look out for the price change at the checkout.

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A little FYI.... Check online in the UK first on Space NK, Selfridges, Harrods, Cult Beauty, Debenhams, House of Fraser and Net a Porter first if you are only looking for a certain brand as you may be surprised to find it there. If you want a brand exclusive to Sephora then split any charges between a group of friends as I said previously and choose some of the cute little samples offered at the checkout.

I have to say, I know we have a wide range of department stores and shops over here in the UK for beauty products but having a one stop shop for all things beauty just excites me and it should excite you too!

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