Denman D3 Kiss Brushes

Denman's D3 Classic Styling Brush has under gone a makeover just in time for Valentine's Day. The result,the Denman Kiss (£7.31/€8.56), a beautiful pink sparkle brush with a lipstick print design which I love. The brush is also available in two other colours which you can check out here. Denman brushes are much raved about, yet having never used one before I didn't quite know what to expect. So of course when I got the offer to try one out, I jumped at the chance to give it a go.

My hair is quite frizzy, the word I use most to describe it is unruly. When I first brushed my hair with this, I was expecting it to get stuck in the mess leaving an unpleasant feel. I shouldn't of worried so much this brush glided through my hair like a dream leaving it so soft. I'm so impressed with the results, I can see why they call it  The Hairdresser's Brush. One of my Aunties has been using this brand for years. I don't know how I didn't manage to get my hands on one before now. The brush design is beautiful but the quality of the Classic D3 Styling brush alone is amazing so I'd recommend trying one out.

If  the Classic D3 Styling Brush isn't for you, there's the Hairbrush Compact (£2.56/€3.08). As I said above, my hair is a mess so this probably doesn't smooth it out as good as the Classic D3 Styling brush. Have said that, it's still very handy to have in your handbag during the day or if your on a night out to touch up your hair. Plus it comes with a trusty mirror which I'm forever using.

Have you tried Denman brushes? What do you think of this limited edition design?

Laura<3

Herbal Essences Hair Masks

I always wanted to try hair masks by Herbal Essences. So I found the perfect chance when I was in Boots last weekend and saw they were all half price. I decided to indulge myself and bought three.

Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Deep Nourishing Intensive Mask for Dry/Damage Hair

Herbal Essences Dazzling Shine Light Reflecting Intensive Mask for Normal/Dull Hair

Herbal Essences Split End Protection Intensive Mask for Dry/Damaged Hair

All the hair masks were under €3 which was such a bargain. I may have to go back and get more. depending on how good they are. 

Have you tried any Herbal Essences Hair Masks before?

Laura<3

January Favourites

It's hard to believe this is my first monthly favourites post of 2012! January went by so quickly because I've been so busy lately. Now February is upon us, one of my favourite months of the year as it's my birthday! I'm not celebrating a big birthday this year as I was the big 21 last year. I don't have anything too extravagant planned, I'm just happy with the time off. I have quite a few products this month I've been impressed by.

Soap & Glory Pulp Friction Scrub

I got this gorgeous product in the Soap & Glory Big Splendour Christmas set. Pulp Friction is a great scrub, I like the way it not only gets rid of dry skin, leaving my skin lovely and smooth but also gives a great lather. Almost like a shower gel and scrub in one as it foams up. I just love the fruity scent.

Nars Duo Eyeshadow in Kalahari

I bought this duo from Asos along with Silk Road in early January. I'm not a big fan of Silk Road as it has a lot of glitter in it which I wasn't expecting. Basically it leaves me with bits of sparkle all over my face. Definitely not a look I was going for. On the other hand I love Kalahari, I use both shades on the lid with darker browns in the crease. I find both shadows in this duo work way better on their own as opposed to together. You can see swatches here.

Bourjois Sweet Kiss Lipstick in Rose Corset

Rose Corset is my first ever Bourjois lipstick. This is such a gorgeous everyday shade, it is a bit on the bright side but I love it. I also think the purple packaging is really pretty!!

Revlon Lip Butter in Cotton Candy
I got some Revlon Lip Butters as a christmas gift from Chie (you can check out her amazing beauty channel here!). We can't get them yet in Ireland, so I was thrilled when she sent me these. When I haven't been wearing my Bourjois Sweet Kiss Lipstick I've been wearing Cotton Candy. My lips tend to get dry, so aswell as moisturising this lip butter gives a great pop of colour. I'm almost out of Cotton Candy so I can't wait to get another when there released here. You can check out my review with swatches here.

MAC Studio Careblend Powder in Medium

I bought MAC Studio Careblend Powder in Duty Free at Dublin Airport in September. As you can see I've hit pan on it. This powder gives a natural even finish to my skin (no cakiness in sight). If your looking for a full coverage powder this isn't it. Studio Careblend has sheer/medium coverage.

Marshmallow Blends Coconut Ice Scrub Bar

I ordered alot of products from Marshmallow Blends at the start of the month and this was one of them. I love this scrub, it smells amazing and lasts for ages. I'm definitely going to repurchase it soon.

Origins Ginzing Eye Cream

I use Origins Ginzing Eye Cream every morning before work. It brightens up my undereye area which makes me happy, as I don't look like I have dark blue bags going to work. I thought this eye cream was quite expensive when I bought it but I've been using it for over a month now and I still have loads left.

Loreal Super Liner Carbon Gloss Eyeliner & Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara

I bought these two products straight after Christmas and I've been using them none stop ever since. I don't know how I didn't have both products already. I've been using Loreal's Super Liner everyday since I purchased it. I like how it doesn't budge one bit all day, it's now my new go to eyeliner. I have so many mascaras at the minute I always switch them around. Loreal Voluminous Mascara is the one I've been using the most out of them all over the past few weeks. I have pretty long lashes, so I love how this adds a lot of volume to them without the clumps.

What has made it into your favourites this month?

Laura<3