Showing posts with label Natural. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Natural. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Product Review: Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Mask

Hey guys!

Today I'm going to be reviewing the Briogeo "Don't Despair, Repair" Deep Conditioning Mask. I received this product in my January 2014 Ipsy Glam Bag. I'll link that video below if you want to see what else I received in that month's bag as well.

I received a 1oz sample size jar, while this product usually retails for $26 for a 5.25oz jar on the Briogeo website.

Although that is a bit of a steep price, I have to say that this product is quite nice. First of all, it's made with impressive natural ingredients such as sweet almond, avocado, rosehip oil, and even more. *reference quote below for the full list of natural ingredients and benefits*

"Fortified with ultra-hydrating avocado, sweet almond & argan oils, strengthening keratin protein, power-conditioning rosehip oil, soothing aloe, and super hair-essential vitamins B5, D, A, E and biotin.  This unique complex of targeted ingredients helps increase hair elasticity and moisture to prevent breakage, promotes healthy shine and luster, and replenishes strength." - Briogeo

Second of all, it leaves your hair feeling soft while staying not greasy and heavy. I don't know about you, but sometimes my hair feels weighed down when I use the other two deep conditioning hair masks that I love - Macadamia & L'oreal Total Repair 5. I love how these two products work as well, but my hair tends to take a lot longer to dry after using these, and although it feels softer, it also feels heavier and tends to get greasier faster in between washes.

Third of all, this mask has a pleasant scent. Because it's infused with natural herbs, it smells almost like a kind of lavender aromatherapy. It's not an intense scent, either. So if that isn't your cup of tea, you'll still be able to enjoy this mask.

The product itself is a milky white color and has the consistency of a light lotion. I use about the length of my middle finger worth of product and spread it evenly throughout my hair and wait the 3-5 minutes it suggests. This would be a good time to shave, but hey, that's just my opinion.

In the end, my sample lasted about 6-8 uses I'd say. Not a bad sample, considering how pricey the full size is. That's one basically the only downside I can think of with this product. So it's up to you if you feel like splurging. I would personally consider purchasing this because I've purchased a 8.5oz Macadamia Deep Repair Masque before for around $32, so it's not much of a difference.

I hope you found this review helpful and hopefully I've helped you find a solution to softer, smoother hair, naturally.


Click the video above to check out what else I received in my January 2014 Ipsy Glam Bag!

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Before & After Photos: Dr. Max Powers Scar Gel

Hey guys!

I recently posted a video reviewing the Dr. Max Powers Scar Serum. I'll link that below so you can hear my thoughts on the product overall.

I had mentioned during the video that I would post the before and after pictures on my blog or Instagram and I figured this was an easier way to put everything in one place and be more detailed.

Without further ado, enjoy!

Picture 1: Soon after I cut my arm.
Picture 2: Before picture. About 1 year after I got the cut, before starting the scar gel. *Note - lighting is off and it looks like there's not much of a scar, but this is misleading. It's longer and darker than in the after photo.
Picture 3: After picture. As I stated in the video, the scar has not completely subsided, but it has become shorter in overall length and a lot lighter and less noticeable.


Picture 1: Before picture. This was after the curling iron burn mark healed and before any treatment.
Picture 2: After picture. Just like the cut on my arm, this isn't completely gone because of how bad it was. However, it's smaller overall and fading continuously.
I also mentioned in the video review how I used this scar gel on a couple acne scars. The reason I don't have before and after pictures for those is because they completely disappeared - yay!

Don't forget to check out the video review! :)

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

*This product was sent to me for review consideration.