April Empties

I enjoy doing empties posts, in a couple of months time I can always look back on these posts and see what worked for me and what didn't. Most of the products I finished throughout April were ones I had for a long time and at a quick glance the majority are shower products too. So if that's not your thing, you might not enjoy this empties post too much. Some of the products I couldn't wait to finish and others will definitely be repurchased again.

My hair has been left quite damaged from constant straigthening. Obviously it was only a matter of time before all these heat styling tools took it's toll. At around the €27 mark, I wouldn't call this combination a bargain but I could see myself buying these again. After using this shampoo and conditioner I've seen such a different with my hair, it looks revived and shiny. I used both products along with Redken's Anti Snap treatment from the same range which is another product I like. The Extreme range also has a nice sweet scent. I'm currently using their All Soft Shampoo and Conditioner which sadly I haven't gotten on too well with. This particular range has been getting rave reviews lately but maybe it's just not for me. I'm going to keep using it for a while maybe I'll change my mind.

Back in February, I got this travel sized body wash in a gift set for my birthday. Alongside the shower gel came the Dreams Unlimited Eau de Parfum which I love. I forgot the former for some time, so I only got around to using it this month. This small bottle lasts me almost three showers but that's been enough to tell me I have to get the full size of this. It has such a beautiful floral scent, which will be nice over the Summer. That's if we get one here with this terrible weather we've been having.

I'm going to keep this short and sweet. I love Soap & Glory and with both these products it was no different. They both have the recognizable scent which everyone (including me!) loves! The shower gel is quite thick and lathers really well, while the scrub is one of my favourites from the brand. There's no need for me to repurchase these anytime soon as I have them both in full size too. I think the miniatures are great for holidays or if you haven't tried the brand yet, at €3 a pop you can't go wrong.

To be honest I've gone a bit blush mad lately. This was my first from NYX and I used it to death as you can see. The shade is Peach, which is a lovely everyday shade. The quality is great and it blends beautifully. Luckily when I finished this one Chie sent me a backup in our latest swap. I want to pick up some more NYX blushes soon so if there's any you recommend let me know.

Here is a product that I have mixed views on. I couldn't find it for a while and I thought I lost it for good until it resurfaced this month. I only had a half a bottle left which I went through fairly quick. Excuse my ramblings but this is what I think of Moroccan Oil. Firstly, it doesn't smell too good at all, I doubt many people like the scent and I'd be surprised if they did. Secondly, it's so expensive as this bottle alone costs €15 which quite frankly I think is a rip off. Putting everything into consideration I think the cons outweigh the pros here, so I can't see myself getting this again. There are so many cheaper alternatives out there at the moment so I won't be too worried about this. I've been loving a new hair oil lately and I'm going to pop up a review on my blog very soon.

Last but not least we have another scrub from The Body Shop's Chocomania range. I love this stuff it smells amazing, plus it leaves my skin feeling lovely and smooth. The miniature tube was expensive at €8 so it works out better value to fork out on the full sized tube. If you want to see what I thought of the full range of Chocomania products, here's my Take It or Leave It post on the range.


Have you tried any of the products I mentioned?


Laura<3

NOTD - Essie's Navigate Her & Catrice's New Top Coats

During my week off from work I've been experimenting alot with different nail polish looks. I'm not allowed wear polish in work so I always make the most of the time I have off. I've fallen in love with three new top coats from Catrice over the week. As well as being cheap as chips at €2.79, they can change any old plain nail polish instantly.

Holo Que Tal?! is a polish that is pictured above but I haven't used it much yet. In fairness, it's probably my least favourite of the three as it's nothing special, just pink shimmer really. 

All over the nail I used Essie's shade of the Summer Navigate Her which you can see in the top picture. It looks a very bright green here but in person I can assure that it's quite pale. I'm not 100% taken on this polish yet, sometimes I love it and other times I can't stand it. I think some of the other polishes in the collection are much nicer. Who knows maybe Navigate Her will grow on me after a while. As a topcoat I used, Shake It! Flake It! which is gorgeous I think it would look nice over any nail polish. On my ring finger I used Million Dollar Baby, which is made up of big chunks of silver and gold specks. I love how all these top coats can be used on there own, aswell as over polish.

Do you like this nail look?? Will you be trying any of Catrice's Million Styles Effect Top Coats?

Laura<3

Human+Kind All in One Body Oil

Human+Kind is a Irish natural skincare brand, which has a range of four multi-tasking products. I don't see the point in spending heaps of money on a assortment of products, when just one will do the trick. I was recently asked if I wanted to try the All in One Body Oil* from their range, I wasn't too sure at first. To be honest, body oils aren't a big part of my daily beauty routine. When I think oils of any description, I just imagine a big mess. To my surprise, I was proven wrong with this product.

The product itself comes in a 75ml bottle which should last a while. However, it does depend on how much you use it. For the last few weeks, I've been using this on my legs post shave and on dry patches on my arms, so I still have quite a bit left. I apply a few drops to my legs and I find this is plenty, as the product spreads alot. As it's a oil I expected it to be super greasy but this wasn't the case in the slightest, my skin was left feeling smooth and moisturised. It absorbs quickly, leaving somewhat of a sheen which happens normally I hear if you use an oil. Not being perfumed, this will also be great for people that have sensitive skin.The only thing missing from this product for me would be a pump or a spray cap. I much prefer these as I can control the amount of product I use.

 Priced at €14.95, I will certainly be repurchasing this product as it's longlasting and for the price it's worth the money. I already have my eye on their All in One Family Remedy Cream. Human+Kind is available from selected stores and pharmacies throughout Ireland, you can check them out here.

Have you heard of Human+Kind? What body oils do you recommend I try?

Laura<3