Enrapture Encode Totem Styler Review & WIN an Enrapture Styler Of Your Choice!!

If you haven't heard of Enrapture, where have you been?!

The hottest range of hair stylers on the market, that really deliver the results they promise, 3 must have tools for girls on a quest for the perfect tresses.

I reviewed Enrapture' Extremity Heated Rollers back in august last year, if you didn't see my review and vblog tutorials click right here as you'll see I LOVED the rollers, they are amazing.

I have been lucky enough to review another product from Enrapture.....
 

The Totem Styler RRP £74.99*

You really get the salon quality feel from Enrapture's Stylers, the packaging really is stunning.
This would make a perfect gift as its beautifully packaged, the blue/purple box is gorgeous...

I love wearing my hair curly, but these days the bigger the better, I have only ever used a tapered curling wand before, which leave the ends kinky and give an uneven finish as all your curls come out different sizes & directions.

The Totem styler has this unique heat changing dial, like no other wand on the market featuring 3 different heat zones..

1 - 140° - Loose Curls , 2 - 170° - Normal Curls, 3 - 210° - Tight Hold Curls 

You can mix and match them to create your desired look, for this review I used mine on a combo of 2-2-2 but I have popped a couple of pictures to show you the different curls you can create using the Totem.

Setting 2-2-2

This was my hair on saturday night on setting 1-2-1..

The mini flipper means that as you start to curl your hair you can pull it down so it even catches the tips of your hair, no more silly little kinks at the end :) hurrah!

The Totem is a 25mm barrel, the same thickness all the way down, giving a much nicer effect & making the curls more even all over.

The Totem is made from titanium, which adds even more benefits to the product, as it heats up quickly & stays hot whilst you use it, keeping the temperature constant, making light work of curling even the thickest hair, and the smooth design ensures snag free styling, designed to be lightweight & it's not too bulky when your holding it

 

Included in the box is a heat proof pouch with a cord storage pouch on the back, you can literally pack this and go even when it's still warm.



The tip of the Totem has a heat proof coating on it so you can hold it if your using the totem as a wand without the mini flipper. 

As well as giving you sleek curls in an instant, this has some super cool technical features too, the LED on/off light is an instant way of telling at a glance if your about to nip out the door and your Totem is on or off, so simple yet so handy, we have all had that heart skipping moment of 

"Have I turned my straighteners/wand off'?!"

The three meter swivel cord means having a socket near by is no big deal, and means you can easily style right the way round your head without being restricted by a smaller cord.

And as with all the Enrapture products, the Totem also comes with a 3 year guarantee &

"Love it, or your money back offer" (please see product for further details)

So now you've seen my thoughts on the Totem, how would you like to win your own, or the heated rollers or even the waver?

The lovely people at Enrapture have teamed up with the Cosmetic Fetish Blog & I have a styler to giveaway, that's right the winner can pick which one they would like!

To enter simply follow Enrapture on one of their social media channels..

YouTube

Facebook

Twitter

Or follow them on their brand new Instagram Page, just search @Enraptureuk and hit follow.

Add all four and you'll have four chances of winning, simple!
(click the steps you have completed in the widget below for your entry to be safely captured)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

You must be a follower of my blog to enter, then comment below stating which styler you would like to win & why then post this to Facebook or Twitter:

Please leave your email address when commenting below so that I can contact you if you are the lucky winner.

Check out the Enrapture YouTube Channel by clicking here
Join the Enrapture Facebook page, for offers, news & more, Tweet them @EnraptureUK and of course get all the styler info on their Website

Have you used any of the Enrapture Stylers? 

If not, why not?!

CF xxx

Open to UK only.

Giveaway is open for 3 weeks starting from 1st February to 22nd February and ends at midnight GMT.
Winner will be chosen at random and will be notified by Twitter/Facebook/Email.

Enrapture are responsible for the postage of the giveaway so once a winner has been chosen,and aim to have the styler to you within 14 days of the winner being notified.

Real Techniques Brushes

All you make up lovers will know how important a good brush is, application of your make up is key to creating a flawless finish, and to me the one area you can never skimp on is the brushes you apply your face with, everyday!

I discovered Real Techniques brushes a few months ago, I have been picking one a month up to build up my collection. I started off with the foundation brush, which I was not at all disappointed with and for £9.99 it was worth every penny.

The brushes in the Real Techniques range are all colour coded and each colour corresponds to a key step of makeup application, Orange for Face, Purple for Eyes & Pink for Finishing/Setting.

These brushes can be washed (I have a post upcoming on this) and dried and they look brand new, to me a good quality brush is one you can re use time and time again and it still gives perfect results every time.

All the brushes are made with ultra-plush, synthetic taklon bristles are hand-cut and 100% cruelty-free.

The most recent additions to my collection are the....

Eyeshadow Shading Brush £6.99

This brush is a wonderful all rounder for all your eyeshadow/brow make up and gives you ease of application and great control as well as easy blending.

The details on each brush is really cute & they'll look fab on display on your dresser. 

Lash & Grooming Brush £6.99

This lash & brow groomer is a 2-in-1 brush and comb to separate and define your lashes and tame your brows.

Check out the full range of Real Techniques Brushes at Boots.com

Which brushes do you use to apply your face?

CF xxx

Ted Baker Beauty Accesories

Ted Baker Beauty Accesories have just landed in Boots nationwide & online, so you can now adorn your bathrooom with the cutesy designs on offer.

These nail files are like a mini peice of artwork, printed on both sides of the files, almost too pretty to use.

£5 for all three, simply pop one in each of your bags, or keep one in the car, at home and one for spare. These would make a really cute inexpensive gift.

The range also includes Nail Clippers, Scissors & Lash Curlers.

If your a Ted Baker gal pop into your local Boots to see the new range :)

CF xxx

Mark Hill Hair Products



Mark Hill Shampoo, Volume Spray & Conditioner all £6.29, Serum £6.49

You'll have no doubt seen Mark Hill products in Boots, you cant miss the statement packaging these babies are in. Animal prints, bright colours and screaming girly fun, these are goodies you'll want on show in your bathroom.

I reviewed the 'Big Night Out, Get Ready To Party' Shampoo & Conditioner

Supersize Me Volume Spray & the Glam Goddess Serum

If you've ever struggled to get your hair into shape for a night out then you might be surprised at how much this stuff helps. Having freshly washed, silky hair doesn't do much for backcombing or trying to get big hair for that girly night out.

These products literally plump the hair and seem to add a little texture without making it feel weighed down or full of product, smells divine too.

I would never have  thought that a good do could start with the products you wash your hair with, but these certainly do help.

Pop a couple of drops of serum on to banish frizz, and add shine.

Currently on offer in Boots on 3 for 2!

Check out the Mark Hill Website

CF xxx

Bumble & Bumble Straight Line Range

Bumble & Bumble 'The Straight Line' Range

 

I've been using this hair care range for a few weeks now, and it's fab!

I have naturally thick and curly hair, although years of chemical straightening have left it annoyingly kinky, and sometimes straighteners don't get all the annoying little bits.

 

The way the shampoo lathers up is lovely, really creamy foamy bubbles, and it really washes out all this build up of products in your hair. Once you rinse the shampoo out it leaved your hair feeling squeaky clean, it's not the nicest feeling... But then comes the conditioner, gorgeous! Creamy and lovely and thick, it instantly detangles your locks, I only applied it from the mid lengths to the ends of my hair and left it on for 5 minutes.

The conditioner smells like coco mademoiselle perfume, delicious! I also added in a pump of my B&B hairdressers oil to my conditioner for an added treat.

If you have kinks in your hair & wanna de frizz your locks then this is the range for you, B&B products have a real way of making your hair shine and look healthy.

Retailing at £23 per bottle for the shampoo and £25 for the conditioner & blow dry balm it's an investment, but it really provides results.

Don't just take my word for it, Bumble & Bumble are so proud of their haircare products they have generous samples for you to try, pop into your nearest Boots and try them for yourself!

Shop online now at the Bumble & Bumble Website

Have you ever tried B&B products?

Happy hair days dolls :)

CF xxx

imPress Manicure *Giveaway*

Hello my lovelies! 

Well thank god January is almost over, I don't know about you but my beauty and body supplies are in serious need of replenishing, roll on pay day! 

The amaze people over at Broadway Nails have kindly given me a super cute set of their imPRESS stick on manicure nails to give away.

I reviewed these nails a while ago, if you need a reminder just click here! 

These are the 'Vamp It Up' set of nails, and will inject a well needed splash of colour to the lucky winners hands.

To enter either like my blog page on Facebook or pop in your email address by clicking below...

a Rafflecopter giveaway or simply post a comment at the bottom of this post, telling me why you want to win.

Good Luck!

CF xxx

*Open to UK only, winner will be notified by email or Facebook no later than the 3rd of February*

Estee Lauder Pure Colour Lipstick

I have recently discovered a real love for Estee Lauder cosmetics, I have been using Double Wear for over a year now, and love it.

So many people think that Estee Lauder is a brand for the more mature women, but this is so not true, in recent years a lot of EL products have been heavily blogged about.

I am not usually a lipstick wearer, and I was given this as a gift so thought I would give it a go.
This shade is called 'Creme Blush' & is a perfect alternative to a bright red, perfect for winter, with a really subtle eye make up.

Here is a swatch...

The thing I like the most about this lipstick is how moisturising it feels when you apply it, and it has real staying power too. You can always apply a clear or shimmer gloss to the top for a bit of extra glam if you want it.

I have photographed the lippe in both natural and artificial light as it promises to be vibrant, colour true & vivid no matter what...

This shade is also a great teeth whitener, the brighter a lipstick the whiter your teeth will appear....



a little make up magic tip there for you if you didn't know it already!

You can find these yummy lipsticks in a spectrum of shades at your local EL counter, usually in Boots or Debehams, and House Of Fraser.

Retailing at £19.50 they are pretty pricey, and it is a lot to pay for one lipstick, but they do last a long time with each application so they are worth the money.

I am glad I ditched the bright red hair, as I think this could clash if not, so I will be experimenting a lot more with lippie this winter, watch this space!

Check out the full colour range by clicking here

What is your fave shade of lipstick?

CF xxx

Argan Oil Haircare...for just £5!

It's getting rather nippy out, some of us even seeing some snow now.
These chilly temperatures certainly take their toll on our bodies, not to mention our poor hair!

I have uncovered a little gem that will breathe life back into your dull, dry and lifeless winter hair.

Back in April I reviewed Moroccan Oil Shampoo & Conditioner, retailing at £30+ I am sure you'll agree it's pretty pricey
See my review by clicking right here!

I am so pleased to have stumbled across these little beauties, and I just had to share!

Introducing Hair Essentials Argan Oil Shampoo & Conditioner.....

I recently found the Hask Argan Oil on sale in primark stores, at just £2.50, and the newest addition to their shelves is this shampoo & conditioner duo, at just £5 for both! That's right £5, what an absolute steal!

I have bonded hair extensions in and as this stuff is paraben free its even safe for use on the most delicate of hair, so it promises to rehydrate thirsty hair, as well as improving elasticity and give it a healthy shine.

So my verdict...

This stuff actually works! It left my hair feeling very soft and shiny, the shampoo lathers up really well, and as always go for 2 washes the first removes build up of any products in your hair, and the second gives a good clean, then follow with the creamy conditioner. I would say the consistency of both products is a little runny, but for the price you really cant argue.

For best results add a few drops of the Hask Hair Oil to your wet hair prior to drying and you ll have super smooth and soft hair, with a stunning shine.

This hair care range really offers the benefits of a high end haircare brand at a tiny fraction of the price. which leaves more money for make, up clothes & shoes..... need I say anymore?!

Happy hair days dolls :)

CF xxx

Morroccanoil Repair Shampoo & Conditioner

There is only one Moroccanoil® brand on the market. Look for the bright turquoise blue label with the large copper M in the Moroccanoil logo. These are the only genuine, proprietary Moroccanoil® products.

Moroccanoil is a luxury haircare brand, your bound to have seen it advertised in local salons, and is only sold to authorised stockists. 

 In their own words...

The luxury brand, Moroccanoil®, is the originator and leading manufacturer of professional Argan Oil hair products and the fastest growing independent company in the professional salon industry in the USA.

A powerful antioxidant and UV protector, Moroccanoil’s proprietary Argan oil blend is rich in vitamins and natural elements that fortify the hair, including Vitamin F (Omega 6), Vitamin A to improve elasticity, Vitamin E to protect against free-radicals, and Phenols to shield against environmental stressors.

Salon-exclusive Moroccanoil® products have a strong following among leading catwalk, film, television and celebrity stylists who search for the very finest for their A-list clients. Moroccanoil® is a backstage fixture frequently used to create hair for major magazine covers, fashion editorial spreads, as well as for award shows including the Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys, Independent Spirit Awards and MTV Awards

I have been kindly sent this Replenishing Shampoo & Conditioner to review, and I cant rate it highly enough.

The shampoo forms a lovely rich lather, and leaves your hair feeling squeaky clean, fresh and soft
For chemically damaged hair. Colour safe.

Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo RRP £16

Gently cleanses while infusing hair with argan oil.
This formula is free of sulfates, phosphates and parabens and is safe for colour treated hair.

The creamy lather helps repair chemically damaged hair, leaving it soft, shiny and full of body, improving the hair's overall health.


Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Conditioner RRP £16

De tangles and reconstructs hair while infusing it with argan oil, keratin, fatty acids and proteins. This formula is safe for colour treated hair and is free of sulfates, phosphates and parabens.

This luxurious cream helps restore moisture and repair chemically damaged hair, conditioning hair back to its natural health.



Both products are paraben free, and they have left my hair silky smooth and super shiney.
This stuff is amazing at regenerating tired hair extensions back to a glossy red carpet finish.

Have you ever tried Moroccanoil Products? If so what do you think?

CF xxx

Back to the dark side....

Ok, so I have been a red head for 6 months now nearly and as much as I LOVE the colour I loathe the upkeep, its so much work and to say I'm fed up of the pink grout in my shower, not to mention the stained acrylic nails and towels is an understatement.

So I am taking the plunge and going back to my roots, ok so they're not natural but as good as I can get from a box dye ;)

I am reviewing the Loreal Casting Creme Gloss in Dark Chocolate, I figured as my hair is pretty bright that I would need something with a bit of ooomph to cover my firey locks.

As per the instructions I wet my hair first and towel dried it, I then applied Vaseline to my hairline and round the backs of my ears, to prevent staining.

As I currently have my extensions in I sectioned my hair in to smaller easier to work with sections of hair and applied from root to tip combing, through as I went...

This dye only recommends leaving on for 20 minutes, and after reading a few other reviews online saying that this stuff comes out really dark I wasnt going to chance leaving it any longer.

I must say the amount of product in this kit is impressive I have 20 inch extensions in as well as having quite naturally thick hair and it was plenty to give it a good coating.

The dye contains no ammonia and smells really nice, and the creme formula means no mess, a godsend in comparison to my red dye.

After a pretty nerve wracking 20 minutes I was a little aprehensive as to how this would turn out, because I didnt want my hair to be too dark.

After rinsing my locks I applied the supplied conditioner and I must say after drying and styling it, I love the colour.

Feels nice to have 'normal' hair again, even if it does mean Im back to dull and boring.

To be honest I really feel my red hair was a rebellion stage following my break up, Im settled and happy again now & I am 27 years old so maybe time to ditch the teen dye and get a grip, I am happy to let it go for now anyway, although I cant promise it wont ever re appear.....

So here is my before and after...

A nice deep colour for winter and it means I can sport a few bright lip colours without the risk of them clashing with my hair.

What do you think of my new look?

CF xxx