One of my earliest memories was playing with my cousin’s makeup. I would hide in the bathroom and paint my face and put on layers of mascara and inevitably get in a lot of trouble. As a small child, I can remember being in tow when all of the females would make the visit to the Merrill Norman salon. I would watch in envy while their faces where painted in some hot pink mask. I have no idea what that pink stuff did, but I wanted my face covered in it.

As I progressed to a teenager, with a heavy hand on the eye shadow, my cousin took me to the department store for my first makeover. I have been hooked ever since! I literally cannot pass a makeup counter without trying or buying something. My two biggest obsessions are the longest lasting lipstick and the mascara which will give me long thick lashes. Skin care and anti-frizz hair products follow closely after.

I am a sucker for fancy packaging and the newest, best and so-called promised product that will turn me into one of the glamorous beauties in the latest fashion magazine. Unfortunately for me, most products don’t live up to the hype promised by the advertisement.

Therefore, I’ve decided, along with the help of some of my not so obsessive friends and family to post products that we tried so you can decide if you want to spend your money!

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Thursday, May 26, 2016

Simply Straight™ Ceramic Straightening Brush

I broke down and purchased the Simply Straight Hair Brush because my local CVS had them and I had a $10 off purchase coupon. The website promotes it as a wonderful ceramic brush that straightens your hair easily without damaging or burning it. Perfect for hair of all types, this brush features ceramic-wrapped bristles that warm up quickly.

I washed my hair and let it air-dry so the natural curl and frizz where at its highest. I ran the brush through my hair as instructed with the bristles facing out. The device is a little heavier than a curling iron. I have to admit it worked and in less than 10 minutes I had straight, frizz-free hair!

So for less than $30 I have another great styling tool that worked for me. You can get them online or at a variety of chain or discount stores.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Korean Argan Oil Silk Hair Mask Pack

I have read a lot of reviews regarding products used and produced in Korea so I decided to order some and try them out. I purchased a variety of different brands which included: a lip balm, a facial cleanser, a facial toner, a blemish free moisturizer and the hair mask – all for under $50 shipped on Amazon.com.

My Skinfood Argan Oil Silk Hair Mask Pack arrived the other day. The advertisement promoted: A hair mask with argan oil and silk that transforms dry, damaged hair into healthy, shiny tresses. Argan oil nourishes hair and increases the moisture content. 18 amino acids, proteins, and peptides in silk replenish lost nutrients. Unfortunately the directions listed in English were very vague, and the rest where in Korean, so I had to google product use.

The tube of 7 ounces/200g was only $14.80 with free shipping (2-3 weeks because I wasn’t aware of US website).

Basically it is a deep conditioner that is applied after shampooing and left on for 5 minutes. The product is very thick and creamy without a strong smell and with my shoulder length hair I only need a quarters worth. I worked it through my hair, let it sit until finishing my shower and rinsed. Did the usual blow dry and a sweep with the Instyler. My hair is so shiny and frizz free. I’ve used it three times and results are always the same.

I am giving my girlfriend who has very processed hair a weeks’ worth to sample. Will see how her hair turns out.

Skinfood offers a wide variety of products and I look forward to trying some others.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Another keeper

InStyler Ionic Styler Pro Hot Brush/Flat Iron

According the website: The InStyler Ionic Styler Pro replaces 4 different styling tools: Flat Iron, Curling Iron, Round Brush and Styling Wand. The Dual Ionic Ceramic uses ceramic heat combined with frizz-fighting ionic molecules to transform dull, frizzy, lifeless hair into healthy-looking, shiny hair full of body. The Cool Touch Ionic Bristles allow you to style hair with complete control, no burning of fingers, ears or forehead. Close the unit and use as a brush to smooth hair, add volume and create curls. Open and use the tourmaline ceramic professional quality flat iron to straighten hair. The InStyler Ionic Styler Pro has multiple settings and auto safety shut-off.

This has become my favorite and only styling tool on my vanity. It does everything and truly leaves your hair shiny and frizz free.

I originally saw this at Ulta for $59.95, but bought mine at Bed, Bath & Beyond, as I had a 20% off coupon. This one is worth the money!

Bumble bbrepair

I received my sample of Bumble Bb Repair Cream in my monthly Birchbox. I've been using it for a week and have to say this is a product that may be worth the money. My hair is shiny, soft and silky and has great body after blow drying. A bit pricey at $31 for 5 ounces but my little sample has gotten me through 7 blow dries.

Friday, January 15, 2016

Instyler Multi-Purpose Hair Iron

I have two In-stylers - the original version which I loaned to a friend after I purchased the one that dry's your hair as it curls, straightens and de-frizzes leaving it full of shine. It really does work and every girl should have one. Worth the money and one device will do all you need.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

My stylist started carrying DAVINES hair care products in her salon. I used the OI Shampoo and Conditioner for the first time yesterday. Day two and my hair is still amazing - I mean amazing! I complain about the texture of my hair all the time, but have to say I am hooked on only one use. I want to try their other products...

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Foam Shampoo...

I know I have a problem which has been brought clearly to my attention since I started this blog. Most women while home alone and left to their own devises would opt for a glass of wine and watch chick flicks. Not me – I watch Home Shopping Network Beauty Report. Which leads me to my next product.

I hear – “Prevents frizz,” and my full attention swings to the television. The special for the evening is Tweak-d Ultra Nourishing Self Cleansing Hair Treatment, Tweak-d Tame-d Bye-Bye Frizz! Flexible Finishing Mist and Moisturizing Crème. - 3 for price of 1. Thanks to my handy ‘buy on demand’ remote, with a few flicks of buttons everything is on its way to my door.

The Self Cleansing Hair Treatment is sulfate-free and completely different than any shampoo I’ve ever used. It comes in an aerosol can and has the consistency of shaving cream. Depending on length of hair, you squirt an ample amount of foam into the palm of your hand and most importantly you apply to DRY HAIR. Try to evenly distribute throughout hair (do in shower because sometimes the foam gets messy) and then add some water. Suddenly it becomes silky shampoo. Wash hair and rinse (be careful, as I’ve noticed the shower floor gets slippery afterwards). I don’t use a conditioner to follow-up because the Moisturizing Crème states to let soak on head 30 minutes – which I haven’t had time to do.

The smell is amazing which stays with your hair throughout the day. My hair is soft and shiny after use and the frizz is better. I got less than 10 uses from the $29/10.58oz. bottle, because I think I was using too much before getting the hang of it.

If I could purchase the Self Cleansing Hair Treatment on special, I would definitely get this product again. I haven't really tried the other two products, but again the smell of the Flexible Finishing Mist is also wonderful.

This Product isn't a Lemon!

I have occasionally used L'OCCITANE bath and body products over the years but became hooked on their lemony/citrus fragrance - VERBENA - while taking a river cruise through the Netherlands. The ship offered VERBENA as toiletry supplies in our stateroom.

Once I returned stateside I purchased the shower gel (I buy in the refill package and save $10) which I use almost every morning. The lemony citrus scent wakes me up and makes me happy. The body salt smells wonderful and really moisturizes your skin. I use the tube of the Gel Crème for hand lotion and keep in my desk drawer. I have a packet of Refreshing Towelettes in my car for a quick pick me up throughout the day.

Both of the deodorant options smell nice, but aren't for people who need a lot of cover-up. I've noticed they don't really control underarm odor very long.

This product gets a big thumbs up!

If lemon isn’t your scent, L’OCCITANE offers a wide variety of fragrances and boasts that the Divine Crème is an award winning anti-aging crème. They always seem happy to hand out samples of their products.

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Tried of FRIZZ?

I have been using the John Frieda BEYOND SMOOTH hair line for a couple of weeks. By no means have I found the miracle cure, but this seems to work better than any other product I've tried. It controls about 90% of frizz in the South Florida heat and humidity.

Perhaps try the SECRET WEAPON smoothing cream (applied to dry hair) or the Beyond Smooth Frizz Immunity Primer (applied to wet hair) to see if it works before purchasing the other products.

Although it is a rainy day, as you can see, I still have frizz/fly away hair - this is after shampoo/conditioner, primer, defining gel, blow dry and styler brush.