Gifts For Her 2017

Hello, my lovelies! I hope you all have been keeping well. Christmas is around the corner, I think we all better start planning our Christmas gifts. That's what today's post is all about, I'm going to help you find gifts for that special lady! 

*I made sure to include presents that are affordable and also some on the pricey side if you're feeling generous this Christmas*

1.Ted Baker Kate Mesh Watch In Rose Gold

Price: £155.00

This Ted Baker watch is absolutely gorgeous. If you want to spend a little extra and treat someone then I think this is perfect. This watch is stylish and chic with its rose gold finish. I know so many people who love Ted Baker or who want this watch so you really can't go wrong! 

2. Golden Palace A5 magnetic week to view 2018 diary

Price: £15.00

Paperchase is the place for the best diaries and I instantly fell in love with this design. This one in particular is from their 'Golden Palace collection', with a stunning embossed phoenix design on the hardback cover with a metallic finish. It contains printed week to view diary, which I personally think is very handy when you have a busy schedule like me. It also contains calendars, year planners up to 2019,  practical expanding pocket at the back for loose papers and notes and a ribbon page marker. This is perfect for anyone who wants to keep a journal or who is busy and wants to keep on top off things. A perfect little pressie that won't break the bank.

3. Miniature candle collection by Jo Malone

Price: £66.00

If you don't know what to get then this is your answer. You can't go wrong with this luxurious candle. Jo Malone are famous for their unique scents and with this collection you will please that person, even if they are hard to buy for.

It contains 5 mini candles :

• Succulent Nectarine Blossom & Honey.
• Refreshing Grapefruit.
• Enigmatic Pomegranate Noir.
• Cocooning Sweet Almond & Macaroon.
• Festive Frosted Cherry & Clove.

4. Emma Bridgewater Wallflower 4 Mug Teapot

Price:£41.97

Emma Bridgewater is known for their unique premium English products and you can't go wrong with this hand-made multi-coloured floral Teapot. If you know someone who is a tea lover like me, then this would be perfect as their Christmas present. It can pour up to four half-pint and also withstands the heat from both microwaves and dishwashers.

5. ASOS Leather Metallic Coin Purse With Tassel

Price:£8.00

This little coin purse is so stylish and is perfect as a little gift that special someone. You can't go wrong with this rose gold metallic colour that has multiple card compartments and has a tassle detail.

6. Tanya's Christmas: Make, Bake and Celebrate 

Price:£16.99

I think all of you know about the brilliant amazing Tanya Burr and she has released her new Christmas book. This little guy is all you need for a stress free Christmas and contains all the inspiration you need. It contains tips and tricks for planning your day, gift ideas and also some baking recipes as well as some of Tanya's personal experiences with Christmas. I think this I a perfect present and I think we all need a little help around this time of year!

7.BERTIE Gem Clutch Bag by TOPSHOP

Price: £27.00

This clutch bag is STUNNING! it is perfect fort his time of yea and can jazz up any outfit with the gorgeous embellishment. I know I wouldn't mind receiving another clutch this Christmas even though I do have a vast collection.

8. ASTLEY CLARKE Mini evil eye necklace

Price:£70.00

This brand is very understanted, yet it is luxurious with its 8-carat yellow gold-plated sterling silver and turquoise gemstones. It is thought that wearing this traditional Turkish provides protection from the envious or evil eye - what a glamourous way to do so? This is a great idea for any jewellery lover.

9. Check Scarf by ZARA

Price:£19.99

You can't go wrong wit gifting someone with a good quality scarf. This one is from ZARA, in my opinion, the home of must have scarves. It adds a dash of colour to your outfit and is chic with its frayed edges.

10. Bear Trinket Dish by Anthropologie

Price:£12.00

How cute is this though? This is such a cute little gift for someone who loves jewellery. It's perfect to place by your dressing table and for those busy ladies who want to take off their jewellery and place onto after a long busy day. It is also a perfect little pressie for the girls who tend to lose their jewellery, I promise you this will keep your jewellery in one place, ready for the next day. Not too pricey either.

That's it for today guys! Hope it helps.

x

Hair Full of Secrets

Hello guys and girls! Welcome back to my blog. Today I have a new post for you guys and its all about my hair. I get questioned about my hair all the time, whether its to do with how I grew my hair so long, how I keep it looking shiny and what type of shampoo I use. As it was so highly requested, I thought I would spill the beans. If you haven't already seen my post on my balayage process, check that out first!

Before I wash my hair...

To be fair, I don't really do much before I wash my hair but I do make sure I apply coconut oil in my scalp and ends of my hair the night before I plan to wash my hair. It stimulates hair growth and reduces dandruff as well as adding shine and softness to the hair. It is also great for the prevention of hair breakage and split ends, contributing to hair length. Make sure to use organic, cold-pressed, raw coconut oil (this is basically the purest form of coconut oil which contains all the goodness you want). Check out my post on coconut oil if you want any good brand recommendations!

Products I use to wash my hair...

1. L'Oreal Paris Elvive Colour Protect Shampoo

Repeated washing can damage coloured hair, so it's best to invest in a good colour protectant shampoo. This one smells gorgeous and it does the job. It contains 'cationic polymers' which claims to care and protect the hair so that it retains the colour vibrancy and intensity. It leaves my hair feeling nourished and smooth which is important as coloured hair can get dry! I work this only on the ends of my hair as this is where most my hair is dyed.

2. L’Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil Coconut Shampoo 

I use this shampoo on the scalp of my head and really work up a lather to remove all the coconut oil. This is a perfect shampoo for those with normal to dry hair. This gives you that L'oreal 'you're worth it' hair. The formula contains fine coconut oil (yea I can't get enough of this stuff) which again nourishes the hair follicles and smells absolutely divine!

3. Aussie Repair Miracle Conditioner 

We use shampoo to clean our hair, which means we sometimes wash out the good oils, but we need to restore the hairs natural oils and give it back some moisture! This is why conditioner is important, we don't want to overdry the hair. I love this one from Aussie, it smells great and it is packed full of hair magic such as Australian Macadamia Nut Oil, Jojoba-seed Oil and Avocado Oil! I take a generous amount and start working it into my ends and work myself up and whatever is left on my hands I work onto the scalp as well. If you're someone like me who styles their hair often or you generally just suffer from dry hair then try this, I promise you it will change your hair game! It leaves your hair insanely silky smooth and ensures damage control. Also, conditioner works a dream at removing coconut oil from your hair more than shampoo!

After shower care...

So some of you might skip this step, but my ends get insanely dry, so I always use a hair serum as well as a hair conditioner.

First thing I do after I towel dry my hair is to apply a serum, and you guessed it it's by Aussie (fav)!

4. Aussie Dual Shine & Coloured Hair Serum Treatment

This treatment can be used either on wet or dry hair, you only need 1-2 pumps for your whole hair. It contains Australian Jojoba Seed oil, which protects coloured oil and adds that beautiful shine that everyone wants.

Next, I go in with a hair conditioner.

5. Aussie Miracle Hair Insurance Leave-in Conditioner 

This is a lightweight, leave-in conditioner so there is no need to wash this stuff out. It helps to detangle your hair which I suffer quite badly with! Again, it is infused with that miracle product Australian Jojoba Seed oil. 

What I use to style the hair...

When I do style my hair, I always make sure to use a good hair protectant. The one that I have always used and have been loving is by Tresemme.

6. TRESemme Protect Heat Defence Styling Spray

This hair protectant is the bomb, it does exactly what it tells you and is such good value for money. It contains heat activated complexes which help protect hair when you're styling your hair with heat, it protects up to 230°C. It prevents hair becoming brittle and dull as well as a UV filter. It is the ultimate shield of protection for your hair all in one bottle. 

No-one likes limp, flat hair, so when I do suffer from this, I go in with a volumizing powder.

7. VO5 Instant Volume Powder

This powder is absolute magic. It gives the hair that instant root boost, however, it does make your hair feel stiff so if you don't like that, then this product isn't for you. It gives your roots a matte finish and gives that just came out of the hair salon effect.

So that's all folks, that's all my hair secrets for you! 

Please take into consideration that these products work well for me and may not work for you as everyone's hair type are different! You just have to play around and see which ones work for you but I hope that this gives you an idea of some products to try out! I'm always up for trying new products, so if you've tried any and have some recommendations then please leave a comment or tweet me!

Until next time, take care guys x