Birchbox May 2015❤️

Here is what I got in my Birchbox this month:-)!

Mirenesse Mattfinity Lip Rouge in Sydney - £21 7g (https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/mirenesse-mattfinity-lip-rouge)

This is a really pretty colour but I think it's a bit bright for me, it feels like a really nice smooth formula that wouldn't dry your lips out like normal Matte lipsticks can.

Parlour by Jeff Chastain sea salt spray - £17 147ml (https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/parlor-by-jeff-chastain-moisturising-sea-salt-spray)

I've not used sea salt spray before but I'm definitely going to give this one a try, it has a really fruity scent which is really nice. It also has almond oil in it which will make your hair really soft and moisturised.

Number 4 reconstructing masque - £36 (https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/number-4-lumiere-d-hiver-reconstructing-masque)

I'm quite excited to try this as I really love hair masks. Not sure I could justify spending £36 on a bottle though. It has Shea Butter, Sunflower and Jojoba Seed Oils in it which will all work well to make your hair really soft and shiny.

Jelly Pong Pong bronzer duo in Martinique - £15.95 (https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/jelly-pong-pong-caribbean-sun)

I have never used bronzer, so I probably won't use that side. I will use the blush as its a nice peach colour rather than pink, it is infused with argan and mango butter so will go on lovely and smooth to compliment your skin.

Whish three whishes Almond body butter - £14.50 150ml (https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/whish-three-whishes-almond-body-butter)

I'm really excited to try this, I love trying out new body butters and this one is supposed to be a non greasy one so that's even better! Also it smells amazing so that's a bonus. It has Shea butter & raspberry butter in it to help with dryness and this body butter also acts as UV protection!

WAH London press on nails in 'The Pink Brush' - £9 (24 in a pack, available in different designs)

(https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/wah-london-press-on-nail-the-pink-brush)

I've never heard of this brand before, that's why I love Birchbox - you get to try lots of different brands and products you've maybe never heard of before. They also make different designs of false nails, nail polish & nail art pens so I'll definitely be trying more from this brand!

Ashley❤️

My haircare favourites | ♥

These are some of my haircare favourites, things I use all the time and others that I use less frequently but are still amazing!

Shampoo;

Lush Big Shampoo - £12.25 330g (lush.co.uk)

This shampoo is packed full of great ingredients like course sea salt, seaweed, coconut oil, lemon & lime. The sea salt is great at giving volume and cleansing while the coconut oil and seaweed softens the hair. The lemon & lime also help to give the hair a great shine! I go between Big, Timotei Pure & Tresemmé Keratin Smooth 7 day shampoo.

Conditioner;

Tresemme 7 Day Smooth Conditioner - £5.99 250ml (boots.com)

I try to use this conditioner with its matching shampoo, but it still works amazing with any. It really helps to combat frizzy hair and makes your hair so soft! As with all Tresemme products it smells great too! The keratin is heat activated so works when you straighten your hair. I go between this, Timotei pure conditioner & Lush american cream!

Hair Masks;

Embelleze Rio Brazilian Keratin - £24.99 1kg (beautybyzara.com)

I got this little 100g sample in a Glossybox and honestly it's the best thing I've ever used for my hair! I use it once a week or once a fortnight, depending on what I've been using on my hair e.g if I've  been using the Tresemme shampoo/conditioner I don't use this. It's amazing to sort out dry colour damaged hair & frizz, you can also use it as a normal conditioner. After mine is finished though I don't know if I can justify spending £25 on a tub, but it is amazing! 

Hair Treatments;

Vo5 Miracle Concentrate Elixir - £5.19 50ml (boots.com)

I use this if I'm not using a hair mask, I just add a couple of small drops to my hair after I've washed it and it makes it feel so soft and repairs any split ends. It's got Argan Oil in it which is really nourishing for the hair and gives it an amazing shine! It also smells amaaazing!

Aussie Miracle Recharge Colour Leave-In Conditioner - £4.49 250ml (boots.com)

I rarely use heat on my hair as I leave it to dry naturally most of the time & I have to wear it up for work so there is no point in straightening it, but when I do use heat I love this Aussie spray. It of course smells amazing like all of the Aussie products but it's great for soft feeling hair whilst being a heat protector at the same time! Aussie products are currently 3 for £10 at boots!

Finishing products;

Toni&Guy Casual Sea Salt Texturising Spray - £7.49 200ml (boots.com)

I love this salt spray for if I'm doing wavy hair, spray it on plaits if I am going to take them out to get waves or if I just want a nice messy look. 

For hairspray I love Aussie Miracle Hairspray Shine + Hold - £3.99 (boots.com)  or Number 4 Non Aerosol Hairspray - £18.50 (birchbox.co.uk) I know there is a big price difference but I find that the aerosol free hairsprays last a lot longer than any others and doesn't give you that horrible crispy finish!

Of course it wouldn't be a hair post without mentioning tangle teezers! They are the best thing you will ever buy and won't regret it! For more about them you can visit my recent post about them here; http://t.co/GHrnnwvaAd    

If i'm dying my hair i'll use L'Oreal Casting Creme Gloss in 454 Chocolate Brownie or 360 Black Cherry - i can never decide if i want red or brown hair so i always go between these two colours! I've tried a lot of different colours and brands and i love L'Oreal the most!

I hope this helps anyone who wants to give any new hair products a try! 

Ashley ♥