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  • Can’t stand the heat?

    With the summer months approaching, it can’t just be me who always looks to change up the way I style my hair. I’m not sure what it is about summer, but I always feel the need to tone down my beauty routine and take it back to basics. I opt for a CC or BB cream instead of my usual foundation, I’ll make sure to moisturise my body for a change and I always try to give my hair a break from the constant styling and heat that I expose it to daily. That said, I still want to look good and feel put together, not just like I’ve made no effort at all. If I’m honest though, I usually cave and go back to my heated styling tools after a day as my hair just won’t air-dry without making me look like I’ve been dragged through a hedge. This year things are different though as I’ve got a secret weapon. Enter Redken’s new No Blow Dry Stylers. 

    Whether you just don’t have enough time or energy to heat style your hair, or like me you want to take a break, Redken’s No Blowdry Stylers offer the ability to achieve a frizz-controlled style on the go. Like me you might be feeling a bit sceptical and swear you’ve heard this all before, but what makes Redken No Blow Dry different from other leave-in’s is Redken’s Air-Tex Technology; a system of flexible polymers for control and movement and quick dry polymers that help speed up drying time. The range consists of three creams, Airy Cream for fine hair, Just Right Cream for medium hair and Bossy Cream for coarse hair types, so there really is a version for everyone. Redken’s No Blow Dry creates an effortless style which both look great and feels great, plus it smells amazing and keeps that ‘just washed’ hair smell going for longer. I’m sold.

    The secret with these products is to know how best to use them to help you create your ideal no heat styler. Here’s a few of my tips and tricks to help:

    1. For loose beach waves

    Apply No Blow Dry to damp hair. Create one loose braid and let your hair air-dry. Undo braid, and shake out hair to perfectly waved tendrils.

    1. For tighter beach waves

    Apply No Blow Dry then create two or more braids, depending on your hair thickness. Let your hair air-dry, then undo braids and shake out.

    1. For a soft, face-framing bend

    Apply No Blow Dry then clip your hair behind your ears and allow it to air-dry. Unclip, then gently tousle.

    1. For bouncy waves with root volume

    Apply No Blow Dry then twist hair into a high topknot, and allow to air-dry. Undo the topknot and gently brush through.

    1. For enhanced natural texture

    Apply No Blow Dry then scrunch hair and allow it to air-dry.

    1. For defined natural curls

    Apply No Blow Dry then gently twist curls into shape using fingers and allow to air-dry.

    Have you tried the new #NBD stylers yet? I’d love to hear your tips on how best to use them. Get sharing!

    xoxo

  • How to use your straighteners like a pro

    Despite commonly being referred to as ‘hair straighteners’, this holy grail hair tool has so many more uses and can help you create countless styles. Let me talk you through 3 of my favourites.

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    Beach Waves 

    Step 1: Prep your hair using L’Oreal Professional Pli, which will work alongside your straighteners to help give your style longevity.

    Step 2: Starting at the nape of the head, take a small horizontal section and place your straighteners facing downwards at the root.

    Step 3: Close the plates and rotate half a turn towards the back of the head and run the straightener through the hair.

    Step 4: Repeat the technique through the head, alternating the direction of the curl by rotating the straighteners in the opposite direction each time for a more "un-done" effect.

    Step 5: Once all the hair is styled, dress the hair by gently running your fingers through the waves.

    Glam Curls

    Step 1: Starting at the back of the head, take an angled section from the top of the ear to the nape. Place your straightener at the root following the angle of the section, close the plates and rotate half a turn towards the head.

    Step 2: Glide the straighteners towards the ends, keeping them angled downwards.

    Step 3: Repeat steps to complete back section working upwards to the crown - make sure that when styling both sides, the angle is in towards the nape.

    Step 4: Repeat the same technique on the sides, keeping the same angle as the back.

    moil-glimmer-shine-spray-10Step 5: When you have reached the top, comb back your hair to reveal your natural parting and repeat the technique. Dress using a dressing brush and a shine spray, such as MoroccanOil Glimmer Shine Spray.

    Loose Waves

    Step 1: Take a small section at the front of the hair, mist with Redken Iron Shape to protect the hair and hold the curl.

    Step 2: Bend the hair to form an S shape. Place the hair between the plates and lightly clamp the hair to set the wave.

    Step 3: Continue feeding the hair through the straighteners, bending the hair into S shapes. Leave the ends out to give the look a more casual finish.

    Step 4: To dress the hair, tilt the head back and lightly massage at the roots with the pads of your fingers to break up the waves and create a boho finish. Finish with Catwalk Work It Hairspray.

  • Review: Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Booster

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    The next product from the Dermalogica Favourites Box to try out is the super cute  Skin Hydrating Booster which is the perfect size to carry around!

    The fluid concentrates to help revitalise dry skin. Packed with Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Glycolipids and nutrient-rich Algae Extract, they all work together to help restore moisture balance.

    skin-hydrating-boosterAfter reading it up on it found that Not-So Ugly Betty star America Ferrera is a huge fan of the hydrating booster and uses it everyday!

    This booster is perfect for problem areas where you need that extra hydration. I used it around my nose and on my forehead where my skin seems to really dry up. After using it for a few weeks, the areas were so much smoother and looked more moisturised.

    This booster is an absolute MUST HAVE! Especially over summer, this little bad boy will be in my suitcase for when my skin desperately needs a boost of hydration!

    4/5

    xoxo

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