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Beauty, Hair, Product Reviews, Reviews and Features

{ Favourite } Tresemme Heat Defence Spray

Tresemme Heat Defence Spray

I recently received a bottle of the Tresemme Heat Defence Spray to review. This is actually a product I already use and love, which makes it a great one to share with you! I am not really sure why I have not shared it before now.

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If like me, you heat style your hair often, then I hope you are using a product to protect your hair against damage caused by using a hairdryer, flat-iron or curling tongs! The best solution, naturally, would be to stop heat styling your hair but we all know that is not going to happen! 😉

Tresemme Heat Defence Spray

The Tresemme Heat Defence Spray comes in a plastic bottle with a handy pump, spray nozzle. To use simply release the lock on the spray mechanism and spray liberally on damp hair before blow-drying or on dry hair, before curling or using a flat-iron.

This product is recommended for all hair types but it is particularly effective on fine hair, like mine, which tends to be “fly-away”. It smooths down your hair, preventing it from frizzing and leaves it looking shiny and soft.

The Tresemme Heat Defence spray protects your hair up to 230°C and the moisture-locking vitamin complex helps prevent hair becoming brittle and dull; with continued use it can prevent up to 82% less breakage.

I have used quite a few other brands of heat protection spray but I always seem to come back to the Tresemme one, mostly because I find it as, if not more effective than many of the other brands on the market but at half the price. I also prefer the type of spray nozzle on this product. You get better and more even coverage when spraying onto your hair, as opposed to a great deal of the other sprays, which have an aerosol type nozzle. This spray does not leave your hair feeling sticky or weighed down and is definitely a firm favourite of mine!

As well as the regular 300ml the Tresemme Heat Defence Spray, also comes in a smaller, 100ml, bottle which is the perfect travel size. Recommended Retail Price R79.99 for 300ml Clicks Stores. 

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For more details on this and other hair care products visit the Tresemme SA Website.

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Kitchen Essentials, Product Reviews, Reviews and Features, Taste

Natural Herbs and Spices

My style of cooking is quite relaxed. More of throw things in a pot and see how they turn out kind of vibe! I am not much of a recipe follower. On occasion, however, I use a recipe as a guideline, unless I am baking that is – then its recipe all the way! I have quite a well-stocked pantry of spices but always welcome trying new products! A while back Naturals Herbs and Spices sent me a fantastic gift pack filled. It contained a selection of their fantastic herbs and spices.

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Beauty, Beauty Spa, Product Reviews, Reviews and Features

Wellness Essence Soy Massage Candles

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Nothing beats a gorgeous fragrant candle, for setting the mood and ambience in any space. I love nothing more than a long soak in a hot bubble bath surrounded by candles!

I recently received two gorgeous Wellness Essence Soy Massage Candles, from Wellness Warehouse to try out. They are his and her’s candles, which I think is a lovely idea.

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The candle for her contains 100% natural soybean wax, neroli oil, lemon grass oil and rose geranium and smells heavenly!

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The candle for him contains 100% natural soybean wax, cedarwood and bergamot fruit oils, which is definitely more masculine.

Apart from looking good and smelling amazing ~ candles have became very versatile products, they can add style to any setting and bring about relaxation, by simply having them in a room. Candles are also used in various forms of relaxation therapies, one of my favourite being hot wax massage.

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If you have never had a hot wax massage then do yourself a favour and try it – it is a truly sublime experience! If you cannot get to a beauty spa, to do the treatment, then why not do it yourself! The Wellness Essence Soy Massage Candles are perfect for the job.

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With the growing concern on the health impacts of using paraffin or petroleum-based candles, soy candles were picked as the next best thing. The all-natural components of soy candles are the ideal way to complement massage therapies because of their heat and aromatic qualities.

If you would like to find out more about these Soy Massage Candles, then pop over to the Wellness Warehouse Website. You can do your shopping online ~ perfect for the festive season! You can also browse the Wellness Warehouse Christmas Gift Guide for great gift ideas.

The recommended retail price of the Wellness Essence Soy Massage Candles R199.99.

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Product Reviews, Reviews and Features

Nescafé Dolce Gusto Review

I recently reviewed the Nescafé Dolce Gusto, Nescafé’s answer to the capsule coffee system. Those who know me well know that good coffee is very important to me and I love finding quaint coffee shops, when we are out and about!

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As much as I enjoy coffee shops, I also like to enjoy good coffee at home. We have tried various pod machines and for the moment I am back to my French Press. I was keen to try the Dolce Gusto and see how it compared, to other capsule machines on the market.

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The Dolce Gusto, is said to provide coffee-shop quality beverages at the push of a button. Sealed for maximum freshness, the handy little capsules are packed with coffee, as well as frothy milk and tasty hot chocolate. The Dolce Gusto’s capsules come in 11 different flavours.

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Unfortunately when the Dolce Gusto machine was delivered, Espresso capsules were not included with the machine, which is my favourite way to drink coffee. The Dolce Gusto was a big hit with my girls who loved the Vanilla Latte Macchiato and Caramel Latte Macchiato, as well as the Chococino and Mocha flavours.

The machine comes in two models, the Dolce Gusto Genio and Circolo. The Genio is small and powerful, and with its stylish design and professional 15 bar pressure, is easy to use, producing a delicious cup of coffee in seconds.

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The Circolo, on the other hand, automatically starts and stops brewing. The award-winning design includes a built-in LED screen and comes with a new “Play & Select” feature to help create coffee shop quality drinks that are tailor-made to suit consumer preferences.

I found the Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio is easy to use, even my kids could operate it! It looks good on the counter top, is small and compact, which means it does not take up much space. I think it would be the perfect machine for you if you enjoyed a variety of coffee beverages.

The recommended retail price for the Dolce Gusto Genio is R1999 and the Dolce Gusto Circolo is R2499. They are available from selected retailers; Spar, Pick n Pay, @Home, Hirsch’s, Makro, Game, Checkers, Boardmans and Takealot.com.

For more information you can visit the Nescafé Dolce Gusto SA Facebook Page.

Images: ©FAR Photography

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Beauty, Beauty Products, Product Reviews, Reviews and Features

The Beauty Box

Being a bit of a makeup and nail polish addict, you can well imagine what my dressing table looks like at any given time! I also receive beauty and makeup products to review, in addition to the products I buy myself. [Read more…]

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