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Sally Hansen Moisturising Polish Remover
by Aliasfan
INTRODUCTION
A beauty therapist friend recommended the Sally Hansen moisturising nail polish remover to me. She said that it was especially kind to damaged and brittled nails, and since she's been through years of professional training, I decided to take her advice.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
I bought my ... 200ml bottle in Sainsbury's for around £3.50, but Superdrug sell it for about £1 less. However, I've been using the same bottle for about 18 months and I still have a few centimetres in the bottom so the price difference hasn't mattered very much in this case.
The product bottle is made of frosted plastic with a screwtop lid, and the nail varnish remover itself has the consistency of water and is bright blue. The colour choice is good as it means it is easy to see spills; the screwtop design is bad as I've found that product sticks to the threads on the neck of the bottle after the cap is replaced, with the excess dripping down the sides of the bottle.
The nail varnish remover contains Vitamin E & Pro-Vitamin B5, plus aloe vera for its moisturising properties.
Oh, and this product *stinks* of acetone. Take care not to breathe the fumes once the bottle is open as the smell is *strong*.
USER EXPERIENCE
I dispense the nail varnish remover by holding a cotton wool pad over the open bottle and briefly tipping it upside down so that liquid soaks into the wad. I then wipe the product over my nails.
Nail varnish comes off quickly, but it does leave a dull residue on my nails. I always wash my nails thoroughly after using the remover to remove the residue, and the residual acetone smell.
I also try to remember to wipe the bottle down after replacing the top to minimise the aforementioned drips down the side.
CONCLUSION
I've found this to be an effective nail varnish remover. My nails don't appear to be as brittle as they were but they are definitely dry and so I only remove my nail varnish when I absolutely have to so I minimise exposure to the product.
The Sally Hansen Nail Polish Remover is effective at removing nail varnish, but I don't think it moisturises my nails.
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Tiana Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
by Pookiesmama
Tiana coconut oil is definitely one of the best coconut oils that I've used for beauty treatments as well as for spreading on toast and general cooking. I purchased this coconut oil from Holland and Barretts along with my Jojoba oil as they were both on offer, this oil normally retails at £16.55 for 500ml which is actually really good ... considering the amount you get.
This coconut oil is both organic and fair-trade which makes me feel a touch better about paying the extra pounds as I know some of the money will go to the Philippines to support their local farmers and provide resources to the farming community. The most wonderful thing about this product is the intensity of the coconut aroma when you unscrew the lid and that is where this product blows the other coconut oils out of the water - I initially thought fragrance had been added but no the ingredients specifically state 100% organic extra virgin coconut oil.
The coconut oil is unrefined which means that it comes as a solid block of white coconut fat which is easily melted to an oil at temperatures of 25oC or above. I use coconut oil for multiple uses and will list these below.
***Hair***
If you have long hair like mine then you find that your hair can get dry at the ends which can lead to split-ends and general frizziness which can also be worsened with washing/drying. The night before I wash my hair i stroke about half a teaspoon of coconut oil though the lower length's and ends of my hair and then braid my hair and leave it overnight. The following morning I wash my hair with my Aveda shampoo and then condition as normal and dry. I have found that ever since I used this method my ends have improved dramatically and can cope with the potential damage from my hairdryer.
***Skin - Body only***
I will say this only once - If you have a tendency toward clogged pores then do not apply this product to your face. I never apply coconut oil to my face but instead use it on my body on my knees, legs, elbows and anywhere where I have very dry skin. This oil is great for the feet as well when applied overnight and you cover your feet in socks to hold in the moisture.
***Cooking***
I absolutely love cooking Thai dishes using this product as the base oil as well as for marinading food with spices. I have also taken to using it as a spread on toast and it is quite lovely on a warm morning and has the benefits of being free of cholesterol, sugar and preservatives.
Overall I would highly recommend this particular coconut oil as it is perfectly smooth, delicious and lasts ages as four months on i still have 80% of a jar left.
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Lush Whip Stick
by haybel19
I really like Lush products and one of my all time favourites is the Whiptick lip balm. It comes in a 10g metal container. It can either be brought from Lush shops or their website and costs £5.50. Lush often have samples of the lip balms to try near to the counter if you want to smell or test before buying.
Whipstick smells ... of chocolate orange and honestly smells good enough to eat, however the smell is not is not sickly. Amongst the ingredients are Shea Butter, Beeswax and Olive Oil so its no surprise that this a very moisturising balm. It even contains dark chocolate.
The balm itself is quite thick and you only need the smallest amount. It always leaves my lips beautifully moisturised and soft, and the effects last some time, giving a nice sheen.
I have also found it effective on other small patches of dry skin such as my elbows.
This really is a handbag essential, and a small pot really will last a long time even with daily use. It is one of those products that really is a treat to use and I often put some on my lips before bed.
It really is the best lip balm I have ever used and always leaves my lips beautifully moisturised without feeling greasy and it smells divine.
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