Review: Aussie Hair Care

Review: Aussie Hair Care

Wednesday, 18 January 2017

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As you all might know, Aussie was launched in Malta by VJ Salomone around the middle of last year. You might’ve read my earlier post, all about the launch event and the brand but if you haven’t you can read it here.

Now to tell you the truth, before the brand reached our shores I had only tried one product from Aussie, their Aussome Volume Shampoo which I had bought for my mum when she was on the hunt for volumising shampoo, and well – she loved it, and so did I. When the brand launched in Malta, I was ecstatic.  Having the brand in our local shops made it so much easier to get my hands on them rather than having to go online, and pay for shipping when the product finishes.

A while after the event, the gorgeous Marija (the brand manager for Aussie at VJ Salomone) surprised me with a bag full of products (as you can see below) to try out and review. So here it goes!

Aussie Miracle Dry Shampoo

This is by far my favourite product that I own from Aussie. As you might have seen, I have already raved about this product on the blog’s Facebook page which you can follow me on here. Well to cut the story short, this dry shampoo is the bomb.com! So far nothing comes to beat its sheerness! I just spray a little bit at the roots and it revives my hair in an instant. And it also smells like bubble-gum! How cool is that?!

Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Frizz Remedy Deep Treatment

My hair is prone to detangling – always was and forever will be. However, this product makes it so smooth! I apply this product while in the shower and then go through my hair with a wide-tooth comb which makes it easier to brush when I dry it. It works really fast hence the 3 minute name and leaves your hair silky smooth (and in Malta’s humid weather, one definitely needs some Frizz Remedy, am I right?)

Aussie Mega Shampoo

In terms of shampoo, I never stick to one. I have balyage hair so purple shampoo is a must for me however when I need a deep cleanse (like when I use hairsprays and dry shampoo that leave buildup) this is the shampoo I turn to. It leaves the hair squeaky clean and smelling nice which I like in a product.

Aussie Dual Personality Anti Frizz and Conditioning Milk

On the other hand, this is a product I use regularly. My hair is naturally curly so when it comes to brushing, well let’s just say it’s not easy. This leave-in conditioner is enriched with Kelp extract which is a nutrient-rich seaweed, believed to leave hair feeling silky and well-mannered. I tend to use it right after I wash my hair, before I blow dry it. It definitely helps with making it less frizzy and leaves my hair all nice and shiny – and easier to detangle which is the most important aspect for me. Love it!

Aussie Miracle Moist Shampoo and Conditioner

Since these are travel size bottles I decided not to use these and keep them for when I travel. However, like the rest of the products in the Aussie Hair Range, I should assume that they work as great!

Have you ever tried any products from Aussie?

Love, T

Review: The Body Shop | Vitamin E Range*

Review: The Body Shop | Vitamin E Range*

Sunday, 15 January 2017

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These past few weeks, Malta has been facing some unusual cold weather with temperature going down to 4 degrees celsius at night. Now as we all know, cold weather can deprive your complexion of moisture resulting in dry and flaky skin thus wreaking havoc on your skin.

Well, this is where The Body Shop’s Vitamin E Range comes in. The iconic Vitamin E range includes a vast range of products from wipes and cleansers to lotions and eye cream. It promises long lasting hydration and helps protect against environmental damage. From the extensive range of products, I own 3 which I’ll be reviewing below. To give you a background about my skin; I have combination acne-prone skin with an oily t-zone and dry patches.

Vitamin E Aqua Boost Essence Lotion

Mostly used in Asian beauty regimes, essences are the first step in moisturising. This lightweight lotion to be used right after cleansing and toning preps the skin without leaving a sticky residue. The Vitamin E Aqua Boost Essence Lotion is glycerin-based with a mix of Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract (a Japanese grass), Argan Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera and Biotin. I’ve never used essences before however I’ve used serums and this is a slightly lighter version which I will call a pre-serum; it gives a more fresh, plump and hydrated feel to the skin before continuing your skin care routine. A little bit of this product goes a long way so the bottle will last you quite a while! After I wash and tone my face, I apply a few drops on the palm of my (clean) hands and gently pat it into my skin.

Vitamin E Moisture Cream

My most loved product from the Vitamin E Range! It is one of The Body Shop’s bestselling product for a reason. The product which comes in a decent sized baby pink tub guarantees soft and smooth hydrated skin. The texture of the cream is very light and therefore easily absorbed into the skin. Although the cream has a faint baby pink colour, it melts into the skin beautifully leaving your skin feeling healthy, hydrated and glowing. I use this product as a final step in my routine. I use it mostly in the winter months when my skin feels dry and dehydrated. It also acts as a good base for your makeup, especially if you have flaky skin.

 Vitamin E Moisture-Protect Emulsion

The bottle comes with a pump which makes it super easy for the product to come out and feels pretty hygienic too! It comes out as a sunscreen-like texture; white and quite runny however it is absorbed in the skin without leaving any trace. Having said that, the emulsion also boasts an SPF 30 PA +++, therefore provides decent sun protection (since we should be wearing SPF all year round). It is absorbed quickly into the skin without leaving you looking greasy therefore makeup goes on easily on top of it.

Have you ever tried products from The Body Shop’s Vitamin E collection?

Love, T