Thursday, 1 August 2013

Review: Fudge Urban Iced Raspberry & Vanilla Hairspray

I'll make this short but sweet... I think I've found it. Finally, a hairspray which does what it says on the tin! I really am so pleased with this product because it smells incredible for one, like vanilla/raspberry ice cream or cupcakes or something, but it also stops your hair from being frizzy which I really need. It's strong hold but not at all crispy and it makes your hair really shiny too.
The only slight problem I have with it is that it comes out pretty fast so I have to do little bursts of spraying as to not spray far too much...but that's not enough reason to put me off. 
I don't know what more I can ask for really! Plus Superdrug often does deals on Fudge products. Love, love, love it. Go buy.
Fudge Urban Iced Raspberry & Vanilla Hairspray

Review: Caudalíe Beauty Elixir vs Caudalíe Grape Water

I heard a lot about both of these products but finally decided to pick them up whilst I was at City Pharma in Paris as they were so much cheaper than I would find them in England. I also thought they'd be perfect for refreshing my face considering the weather at the moment is so boiling hot.

The Beauty Elixir contains orange blossom, grape, rosemary, rose and organic balm mint which all claim to help tighten pores, smooth skin and give you radiance. First off it smells so nice, really luxurious and you can definitely smell the mint which is great for refreshing, that and the frosted glass bottle makes it feel like such a treat to use. However I do think it might not be to everyone's taste so have a little sniff first if you're considering buying it. You're supposed to it either after moisturizer, after foundation but before powder to really set your make up or just to refresh yourself during the day (or all three) and it comes out in a very fine mist so you don't have to worry about waiting for it to dry. When I do use this I use it before make up or if I'm having a no make up day to give me a bit more radiance and make me look a little less scary!
I can't say if it's had any drastic effect on my skin as I'm quite lucky and don't get many spots but the thing I am always searching for is a product to give me radiance as I feel my skin can get quite dull and this definitely does the trick!


Caudlie Beauty Elixir
Their Grape Water or Eau de Raisin if you want to make it sound more fancy is supposed to refresh, tone and moisturize your skin during the day or after cleansing. I really enjoy this product because it doesn't have a particular smell to it (or at least not one that I've detected) and it also comes out in a fine mist so if you're looking for something similar to Beauty Elixir but without the smell this might be for you, and although the Grape Water doesn't have as many beneficial factors, it's still a nice product and is also quite a bit more affordable. I tend to use the Beauty Elixir when my skin is looking a little worse for wear and the Grape Water as a more everyday product as I can definitely see myself getting carried away with the Elixir and can't afford to repurchase it all the time. 

Caudalie Grape Water
I'm really pleased with both of these products so if you can afford both and want to try both then I'd suggest you do! However if you're looking for a cheaper alternative to the Beauty Elixir, although it's not as beneficial, the Grape Water may be the right choice.

What are your thoughts? Have either of them worked for you? We'd love to hear what you think.

Collective Review: Lee Stafford Hair Product Range


Okay, so I have a slight obsession with Lee Stafford hair products which is just perfect for my bank account seeing's as there are so many of them.  The first time I came across them I stood for about half an hour in front of the stand, after realising I couldn't afford all of them at once, trying to chose my first 'Stafford' victim. I decided on the Argan Oil Miracle Heat Defence Spray, I always lose my heat defence sprays at home because basically I forget to use them, which I know is a major hair crime therefore felt it was time to sort out the hair I had so lovingly frazzled,.

After using the product for only a short while I found myself never wanting to use heat without it. I instantly felt that, not only did the spray protect my hair really well, but also gave it back its shine and nourished look; which I have never found in another heat defence spray. It also seems to de-frizz my hair which believe me is a hard task, so I no longer have to look on with jealousy at those with healthy shiny hair. Personally I would spray this product just so I could give it a sniff because I really like the smell, however I have heard that others find the scent a bit funky so I'd be aware of how much you spray in your hair as it, as the scent does tend to linger in your hair a bit after use.

I would obviously recommend this heat defence spray, especially to those who find they forget to use any, as you find yourselves not wanting to use heat without it. This product also claims to help straighteners 'glide' through your hair, personally I don't tend to straighten my hair very often so I am yet to experience the gliding, but I do find that when I curl my hair it easily creates healthy, defined curls. 
I see this product in almost every Boots Store I go into so it is extremely easy to find, and the online price for it is around £12.99.


Lee Stafford Argan Oil Miracle Heat Defence Spray


The Lee Stafford Matt Fat Powder is like the little tub of life for my hair. I love this product when I apply the right amount of powder, as it is the best  I have found for adding great volume, and the only one I can seem to get along with. It's the first that actually stays in my hair whether I'm going out for the evening or just trying to add volume for an everyday look, I also like that it contains a moisture absorbent which prevents the hair from appearing greasy. The package does appear only half full, which is a bit annoying especially after paying £9.50 in Boots, but after using it I realised this is probably because you really don't need to use much each time. It's very simple to apply and reapply the powder if you desire even more volume however, finding the perfect amount to use does take some getting used to. 

After using this product a couple of times and really liking it, I eventually found that I became a bit volume hungry and I sort of applied a bit too much, the results did not exactly turn out how it did in my mind. It felt a bit like someone had rubbed my scalp with a glue stick and I ended up having to wash it out about 5 minutes later, which is slightly inconvenient when your trying to get ready to go out. I found that before I dyed my hair blonde it sometimes showed up in my darker hair but with highlights I now don't have that problem at all. Also, if your hair gets wet in the rain or for whichever reason, it again feels like slimy glue and it makes it a bit uncomfortable and your scalp very dry afterwards. 

Overall I do really love the product when I can contain my excitement and hold back on the amount I apply. I would really recommend it for anyone wishing to add volume, whether its slight volume or lots as it's great for back combing so you can keep going until you get the look your going for and the end results do look great. However, be tight on the amount of powder you use, or you may aswell go and buy a pritt stick for less than half the price!


Lee Stafford Matt Fat Powder



The Sea Salt spray leaves me with mixed views, I do really love the end result after using the Spray and I love spraying it partly because of the smell, but it's not that far from the look I get when I let my hair dry naturally anyway, I was ready and waiting for my new waves after spraying it about 50 times and it was a bit of an anti-climax. The finished style does look leave you with soft, defined waves with a beachy texture which is a great look, and I do think that if you have extremely straight hair you will see more of a result and it will feel more worth the money. You do have to use a lot of the spray to get this beach babe look, and it does take some time.It's not a particularly expensive product with it being around £8.00, there is quite a lot in there, and it's a nice alternative to using heat on your hair. 

However, the directions state that you should spray it around 10 times or more and other reviews have suggested 50. Yes 50. Standing there spraying your hair 50 times and then it looking only slightly different was a bit frustrating and dull, so I rarely ever use this product and wouldn't re-purchase it.  Personally, I would rather just dip my head in salt water or pay someone to throw salt at me. 




Lee Stafford Beach Babe Sea Salt Spray

Although slightly expensive to have in a regular hair care routine I thought I would give this treatment a go, my my hair struggles to grow past a certain length and this product really did make a difference. The aim of the product is to give you healthy nourished hair that will encourage hair growth and I was very impressed with the results as my hair did feel so much healthier and full of body. Plus, I really think it was money well spent because the tub lasted quite a while, it does suggest using an 'egg' size amount, but I felt smaller amounts were just as effective for my medium length hair and made it last over a longer period of time. However, this does depend on the thickness and length of your hair already, if your lucky enough to have quite lengthy locks you may find yourself using more than recommended to achieve a result, which wouldn't exactly work out that cheap as part of a regular hair routine as it's around £8.00.


You are advised to use the product everytime you wash your hair and this does leave you with a noticeable result, it does also help de-tangle hair and leave it feeling thicker and softer- Result if you ask me. However, it proves quite difficult to use it every time, I noticed results from using it a couple of times week. Personally I find this a bit more practical as sometimes I find a super regular routine quite difficult with all the crazies of life going on and my plan to do something everyday seems to go out the window, so yes a couple of times a week will still make a big difference. Also a tip when applying the treatment, is to massage your scalp in small circles, because this increases blood flow to the surface of the scalp which also helps hair to grow quickly.


This product advertises giving you healthier locks which will promote and encourage hair growth, it will not instantly make your hair grow. However, it does provide your hair with the essential nutrients needed for hair growth and you will experience healthier softer hair. It's also a 'Vital hair and scalp complex helps reduce hair loss', now I am yet to lose my hair, but I'm thinking that's got to be an added bonus, and perhaps I've still got hair because of my lovely Lee Stafford Treatment. The mind boggles ;)


Lee Stafford Hair Growth Treatment

Let us know in the comments any other thoughts on this product and if you recommend any other lee Stafford Products as I'm always scouting for more ways to tame my mane!