Review - L'Oréal Full Restore Hair Masque

L'Oréal Elvive Full Restore 5 Repairing Masque With Serum

I featured this masque in another post here but I never did a full review on it so here it is! 

Firstly, this product is amazing! I genuinely don't know how my hair survived without it. My hair stays feeling and looking healthy by just using this masque once a week. Obviously your regular shampoo and conditioner contribute to the health of your hair but you can never go wrong with a weekly masque. I've always been a fan of L'Oréal hair care products so this was why I chose this masque when I was presented with a never ending selection.

This masque has a solution to hair's most common problems - after using you will find your hair:
1. Feels stronger
2. Looks fuller
3. Looks revitalised
4. Has a healthy shine
5. Looks and feels silkier

After shampooing and conditioning my hair, I put this masque in and leave it for 5-10 minutes. The longer you can leave it the better! Then I wash it out and dry as normal, and wow, the difference is incredible! My hair feels softer than ever, instead of feeling dry and it looks shiny. Since using this masque, my hair is in the best condition it's been in years.
The only downside to this product is the twist-type lid for opening the pot. When you're in the shower, your hands are obviously going to be wet so trying to open the lid by twisting it is almost impossible.

Overall, I would give this product a 9/10 because it has practically saved the life of my hair but unfortunately the impractical lid is a negative. I would definitely give this full marks if the masque came in a bottle instead of a pot.

Róisín

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November Playlist

This month's playlist is extra special because... THE NEW FOO FIGHTERS' ALBUM WAS RELEASED. Yes my friends, the sounds of Sonic Highways were finally exposed to my ears and can I just say W.O.W. I guess we all know what my album of the month is going to be.

1. I Am A River by Foo Fighters from the album Sonic Highways 

2. Something From Nothing by Foo Fighters from the album Sonic Highways

3. What Did I Do?/God As My Witness by Foo Fighters from the album Sonic Highways

4. Outside by Foo Fighters from the album Sonic Highways 

5. The Blue, The Green by Lonely The Brave from the album The Day's War

From what I can remember, this was in last month's playlist but I'm still listening to this song daily so it's getting a place in this month's post. I would highly highly highly recommend listening to these guys, you won't regret it! There is not one 'not-as-good-as-the-others' song on this album. All fourteen songs are incredible!

6. Fluorescent Adolescent by Arctic Monkeys from the album Favourite Worst Nightmare
It wouldn't be a good month without some Arctic Monkeys thrown into it

7. R U Mine? by Arctic Monkeys from the album AM 

8. What Happened To Your Band? by McBusted from the album McBusted
McBusted released this song as a teaser to their upcoming debut album due for release on December 1st. Obviously I'm a tiny bit biased when it comes to all things related to McFly (and now McBusted) but this song is a cracker!

9. Straight Through My Heart by Keywest from the album The Message 


Album of the month: Foo Fighters // Sonic Highways 


You can follow and listen to my playlists on Spotify here.

Róisín

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Review - got2b Beach Matt Texturizing Salt Spray

Schwarzkopf's got2b Beach Matt Texturizing Salt Spray Mermaid Look

I've been looking for a spray for my hair to give me the 'just woken up' look for ages now and when I saw this I bought it without hesitation. I've used Schwarzkopf products for years and I've always been really impressed with them. Until I used this.

To start on a positive note, this spray smells amazing and doesn't have an annoying sticky consistency like most hair products do. When I first used this, the wavy effect was very noticeable straight away and I was delighted with the way it made my hair look and feel. I was soon left disappointed when not even an hour after application, my hair no longer had any waves in it or even any volume. This was a problem for me as I was out so I couldn't even do something with my hair so therefore it just looked messy and like i forgot to brush it. 

Overall, I would give this product a 4/10 as it does do what it says on the tin but unfortunately the style doesn't last longer than an hour.
If you know of any similar products that you found give natural waves/beachy waves then please comment below as I am still on the hunt for one that impresses me! 

Róisín

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The Beauty Products I Couldn't Live Without

I've chosen several beauty products which personally, I could not see myself living without. Enjoy!

1. Batiste Dry Shampoo 

Of course this product is great for days in between washes but dry shampoo is amazing when you want to add volume to your hair. Apply at the crown and roots and it will soak up excess oil. I use the original one but I'm aware that there are different ones specifically for brown/black hair to avoid leaving a white colour on your hair. 

2. Essence Liquid Eyeliner
Nothing new here. I'm pretty sure every girl who uses liquid eyeliner uses the Essence one. No other brand compares to it and for €2.99 it's an absolute bargain. The consistency is perfect and the brush allows accurate application which is essential when your look includes winged eyeliner!


3. E.L.F Studio Stipple Brush
This is probably the best make up brush I have ever used! I think I paid about €5 for this and I can't believe how good the quality is. This brush is an antibacterial, synthetic haired brush and creates a flawless look. It can be used with both wet and dry products and works by creating an airbrushed look. For more information about this brush including a video tutorial on how it works, visit the E.L.F website (I will leave a link below).



4. Wet'n'Wilds 'Bare It All' Lipstick
Finding a suitable nude lipstick that doesn't look like you have just applied foundation all over your lips is probably a test for most of us. But I finally found the one and after searching and hunting. I had never used a Wet'n'dWild lipstick until I discovered this one and I think I'll find myself buying them all. 'Bare it all' is the perfect shade when you want your lips to have some emphasis but not through using a bold shade. This is definitely my go-to shade especially if I've opted for a make up look that includes dark eyes. If that's not enough, these lipsticks are easy to apply and do not dry out your lips. A slight touch up may be needed after food or drink but I'm the type of girl that is constantly touching up my lipstick anyway so this is no problem for me. Wet'n'Wild lipsticks range from €1.99 to €2.99.

5. Red Lipstick
Every girl needs a trusty red lippy that they can rely on and I have two favourites, both by Rimmel. My first one is in the shade 'Diva' and my second one is from the Kate Moss range in the shade ''. These lipsticks vary slightly in terms of shade, with the Kate Moss one being a darker red. 






6. Boots Essentials Cucumber Facial Scrub
This is definitely the best exfoliator I've come across. It's only €1.99 and a little goes such a long way. It leaves my face feeling so soft without being too harsh on my skin. This one is for all skin types. 

7. Elvive Full Restore Hair Mask

I like to use a hair mask once a week to keep my hair looking and feeling healthy. This mask is amazing and I would highly recommend. I leave it in my hair for 5-10 minutes after shampooing, wash it out and then use my regular conditioner. It smells great and leaves my hair looking shiny and feeling soft. 

What beauty products would you find difficult to live without?

Róisín 

xo

Check out the products through the links below:

• E.L.F Studio Stipple Brush 

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Quick & Easy Healthy Breakfast

Porridge and chopped banana with cinnamon flavouring
If you're looking for a healthy and quick but tasty breakfast then here's the perfect recipe! This can be made in less than five minutes which is important when it comes to those dreaded early winter mornings.

What you need:
Porridge
Milk
Cinnamon
One Banana

1. Measure out your desired portion of porridge oats. The quick oats that come in cylinder containers usually come with scoops for easy measurement. I usually put 3 heaped scoops into a bowl.

2. Pour milk over the porridge oats until all are completely covered and then add a little extra to avoid the porridge becoming dry when it's in the microwave.

3. Place the bowl of porridge in the microwave for approx. two and a half minutes. 

4. Depending on the consistency when it's been heated, add another drop of milk and stir. 

5. Chop up one banana and then mix in with the bowl of porridge. 

6. Shake your desired amount of cinnamon powder over the porridge, stir and then shake some more powder into the bowl before stirring again. Add as much cinnamon powder as you wish.
 

7. Enjoy! 

Róisín

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