The Body Shop Aqua Lily Eau De Toilette

The Body Shop Aqua Lily Eau De Toilette $25.95

The Body Shop Aqua Lilly Eau De Toilette is a delicate, floral, fresh water fragrance. Contains top notes of green apple, watermelon, dewy bamboo, tangerine and pink pepper. It has middle notes of muguet, lily, rose, violet and reseda, alongside base notes of cedarwood and musk.

Linda – Age: 58, Skin Type: Normal

What were your first impressions of the Fragrance?

This fragrance is very fresh. The application was good and I have used this quite a lot as I though it was a nice fresh smell for every day wear and not too expensive.
I liked this product a lot and I thought the smell of it was very nice.

If Price would be of no concern, would you purchase this Fragrance for yourself in the future?
Yes I would purchase this over and over again, I like fresh smelling fragrance for the day time.

Out of five, what star rating would you give this Fragrance based on your experience with it?
Full marks 5 out of 5. Great!

4VOO Distinct Man – The Most Luxurious Men’s Skin Care & Anti-Aging Products

4VOO Distinct Man Launches The Most Luxurious Men’s Skin Care & Anti-Aging Products On The Market For Men In Australia

The sophisticated man’s evasive search for youth rejuvenation and age suppression has finally ended. Canadian brand 4VOO Distinct Man®, well-known for its high-end quality products, is launching it’s luxurious range of men’s skin care and cosmetics products here in Australia. Included in this lavish range, is the most luxuriously exclusive anti-aging product on the market for men, the 4VOO Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex.

“Australian men now have access to one of the world’s leading luxury skin care brands that has been specifically formulated for men’s skin” Says Matt Nash, Australian Distributor of 4VOO. “After many months of using the products myself, I knew that I was onto something special, there is simply nothing else out there that compares.”
Mimicking the desired effects of Botox®, 4VOO Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex is a rich topical solution formulated to bring back youthful vibrancy and stifle the aging process without the risks of traditional botox injections. An elegant silk protein complex and a powerful multi-peptide formulation, along with many other dynamic ingredients, combine to make 4VOO’s Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex a breakthrough anti-aging exclusive formula.
Designed to visibly reduce wrinkles and age lines, lighten and even skin tone, and restore collagen production, 4VOO Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex is truly a revolution in anti-aging skin care for men.

“The market isn’t just about women anymore. Men want to look and feel younger, too – more so now than ever.” says Marek Hewryk, President of 4VOO. “So that’s exactly what we’re bringing to the market with this product, and we’re very excited about it.”

Using the most advanced ingredients on the market, 4VOO has created a luxurious product that generates three exceptional effects: short-term benefits by combating wrinkle and fine line expression, long-term results by repairing and invigorating aged skin by stimulating collagen production, and manufacturing skin uniformity by infusing it with natural extracts.

“Men today are searching for an anti-aging solution, but there are also a lot of concerns about the side effects of Botox® injections,” says Hewryk, “Well, what we’ve done here with our exclusive formulation is preserve the benefits and eliminate those concerns. No injections are required, there are no side effects, and we use only state-of-the-art ingredients. ”

4VOO Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex is specifically tailored to enhance the successful appearance of today’s distinct man. “For a man who understands that his look is extremely important to his personal and professional success, just a moisturizer is not good enough,” explains Hewryk. “Most of the moisturizers for men are like ordinary cars. 4VOO Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex is the Ferrari of anti-aging men’s skin care: luxury, power, and incredible performance.”

Already a favoured brand among many celebrities and professionals, 4VOO is dedicated to creating the highest quality skincare and enhancement products to meet the increasing demands of today’s sophisticated man. 4VOO proudly offers the Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex to continue this tradition. “Let’s just say the results have been incredible so far,” says Hewryk.

4VOO products are available for purchase at prestigious department stores throughout the world such as Harrods-London, Galleries-Lafayette-Paris, Ahlens-Stockholm, and Daimaru-Tokyo.
Australian customers can purchase from our Australian website at www.4voo.com.au and from selected boutiques throughout the country.

Ultra Intensive Age-Defying Complex 50 ml
Retail price in Australia: $199.00

www.4voo.com.au

Some Mothers Do Have’em

Mums should be easy to shop for. A little bit of pampering, a little bit of glamour, and a whole lot of love should ensure that your Mom will get exactly what she will love and cherish. We have put together some of our favourite items that should please most mums.
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Pevonia – Your Skincare Solution Spa-At-Home Essentials Kit

Scented Space– Lily of the Valley and Magnolia.

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Collection

Juicy Couture

MOR Emporium Italian Blood Orange Candle

Model Co Eye Believe Gift Set

MOR Marshmallow Fragrant Candle

Bronzed Beauty

Now that we are all back at work, under the fluorescent lights, in front of the computer screens and the days are no longer as long or hot as they were a few weeks ago, we may notice out slight tan slowly disappearing.
The ‘I’ve spent the weekend at the beach’ look is slowly being replaced by the ‘I’ve spent the rainy weekend in bed with a good book’ look!
However if you’re like me and want to prolong and hang on to the look and feel of lazy summer days spent in the great outdoors, there are plenty of products to help you out – without the island holiday price tag.

Here are 8 of our favourites selected from all price ranges to suit everyone.
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St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse

TROPIQUES MINÉRALE from Pure Ochres by Lancôme

Napoleon Perdis – Summer Sun Self Tanning Spray

TI COSMETICS The Bronzer Face and Body Products

Face Of Autralia Sun – Streak Free Tinted Tanning Spray

Napoleon Perdis Set Liquid Veil

Le Tan Original Tanning Cream

Australis Jumbo Mineral Bronzer

Beauty News – April 2010

It is the time of the year where we are saying goodbye to summer and starting to think about the colder winter months. Here are some fantastic products that will make the transition a little less painful.
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YSL NEW SPRING LOOK 2010 – PARIS PASSION

Jurlique launches Give & Gift

KEVIN MURPHY PROTECTION.LINE

Estée Lauder Resilience Lift Extreme Radiant Lifting Makeup SPF 15

NATURALLY FRESH with Weleda Organic Deodorants

MATTEVELVET By ZOYA

Estee Lauder Sumptuous Bold Volume™ Waterproof Mascara

Goddess Conditioning Ionic Steam Straightener

Vs Sassoon – Goddess™ Conditioning Ionic Steam Straightener
VSP95A RRP AU$ 199.95
www.vssassoon.com.au.

Revolutionary professional straightener has a total conditioning system with ionic steam resulting in longer lasting, ultra straight results with reduced frizz and enhanced shine. CeramicTEC™ advanced ceramic heating technology with professional ceramic heater for ultra fast heat up and recovery. Combines nano silver tourmaline ceramic™ plates and ionic conditioning technology™ to reduce static leaving hair silky and shiny.

Up to 230°C
Nano silver and tourmaline ceramic™ technology
Ionic conditioning steam
CeramicTEC™ advanced heating technology
30 second heat up
LED variable temperature control from 170°C to 230°C
Cool tips
Retractable detangling combs
Luxury heat protection mat and storage pouch
Automatic safety cut off system
Professional power cord
3 year warranty

Livia

I was thrilled to be able to review this fantastic straightener, as it has been my all time favourite for some time now. I have very frizzy, curly hair with a tendency for dryness. The Queensland weather with it’s high humidity certainly doesn’t help in keeping it straight either.  Needless to say I am constantly on the lookout for products and appliances that will tame my hair. I have found it!

My hairdresser uses a very well known brand of straighteners and is always trying to convince me to buy it from her. However, every time she straightens my hair with her straightener, I have that much static in my hair that it literally stands on end, requiring a substantial amount of products and hair spray to hold it down.

This has never happened with my Goddess Straightener due to the Ionic Steam. I get a super smooth finish the first time round and I only pass the straightener through again out of habit. The wide plates make an enormous difference as it eliminates any kinks and waves. I can not say enough about this straightener and our panelist all seem to agree. Well Done VS Sassoon on a brilliant product!  5 Stars

Cheryl – Age: 62, Skin Type: Dry

What was your first impression of the Product?
I loved the look of the straightener; a rich red colour with gold trim. It comes in a fabulous pouch with a heat proof pad to put the straightener on. This protects your bench top.

What was your experience using the product?
This product truly is “A Goddess” It is so simple to use, and made my hair look like it had been professionally styled. It is super quick to heat up. The plates are very smooth and gentle on my hair. It has an amazing steam function, so that you can add extra definition to your hair. I have very thick, coarse hair, which was unruly and difficult to style. Now my hair behaves perfectly, sits smoothly, no fly away bits; just like a Goddess. My hair is dry and I only wash it every 5-6 days. In between the VS Straightener was fantastic for a quick restyle. Making my hair look fantastic in no time. It gives my hair a wonderful shiny finish. I love the ease of using this, and how quick it is. My grand daughter wanted me to use it on her hair; with careful turning of her hair I was able to give her a few ringlets in no time. Because of the variable heat settings, I felt it was perfect on her young hair.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
The VS Goddess heat up almost instantly, unlike my older straightener. It has 3 variable heat setting which gives much more control than single setting straighteners. It is lighter to hold, simple to use. The spray setting adds a truly professional touch, not available in other straighteners. The gold pouch makes storage a breeze, it is also great for travelling. The heat resistant pad is a great safety bonus. No more chance of burning the bench, as I have done in the past.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
My 2 daughters, and my best friend have all used my new VS Goddess. They love it and have put in orders for birthday and Mothers Day gifts. I would say everyone should think about buying one of these. It will save them time and money and help to keep their hair looking like they have just left the hairdressers

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
5 stars

Melinda – Age: 37, Skin Type: Dry Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
The first thing that caught my eye was the colour of the VS Goddess Straightener. I absolutely loved the deep burgundy colour. It had so many different features to it than my previous straightener and I was so excited about using it.

What was your experience using the product?
I enjoyed using this straightener. It had easy instructions to follow. It heated up quickly and was ready to use within about 30 seconds. I liked the inbuilt comb and the conditioning ionic steam feature which I had never used before, but once I tried it, I wondered how I managed without it.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Because it heats up well, you only need one swift movement from roots to tips and you have straight hair. My hair definitely doesn’t frizz using this straightener compared with my other one. It also leaves my hair shiny and silky and doesn’t feel dry at all.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would definitely recommend this straightener to my friends. I would say that it is just as good if not better than a GHD but for a cheaper price.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
Absolutely 5 Stars.  I was very thankful to be given the opportunity to try out this fabulous product.

Magda – Age: 32, Skin Type: Oily Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
Looks like professional straightener. Sits very nice in my hand and the little LCD display seems to be a very clever idea

What was your experience using the product?
I loved the water reservoir! My hair didn’t feel as scorched as they normally do. The different temperature settings are great as well. Sometimes I would just quickly run it through my hair just to refresh the look before going out – very good idea with different temp settings. I found it very useful. And did I mention the cord that just turns and doesn’t tangle – BRILLANT!!!! And I loved the bag that it comes with so easy to store!

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
My hair did not feel as dry as after using other straighteners. I loved the easiness of using it – it is almost fool proof with temp settings and great cord.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I will definitely recommend it as it did a much better job than that other expensive thing that I owned and it is much better priced as well.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
5 Stars

Quyen – Age:32, Skin Type: Dry

What was your first impression of the Product?
Upon removing the item from its large box, the product looked very modern and state of the art with its gleaming metallic shiny red coating, easy to press buttons, mirrored digital display and retractable comb dial.  The larger than usual tourmaline ceramic plate feels very smooth and the 3m cord seemed will make straightening hair quicker and allows more flexibility to move around.  I’m also very impressed with all the other functions that can be varied such the amount of water to be sprayed on the hair while straightening and the variable temperature setting to the variable retractable detangular.

What was your experience using the product?
The first time I used the product, it didn’t feel heavy on the wrist despite the larger width of the plate.  I noticed that because the retractable detangling comb is built within the plates, it actually is not only sturdier and won’t break like many other straighteners but also actually detangles the hair strands resulting in a beautiful straight finish.  The great advantage of the Goddess straightener is that it straightens the hair very quickly and with such ease that it could easily be part of each morning’s regime.  The other advantage to this than other straighteners is that its steam function allows for greater shine and no more frizzy hair.  People were able to distinctively notice the difference when I use the Goddess and provide glowing compliments.  Now that I’ve used this, I would never go back to the others again.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
There are so many features that this product have over others such as:
•    Adjustable retractable detangular – leaves the hair tangle free and it can be adjusted depending on the thickness of hair or hair portions;
•    Adjustable temperature setting – allows to personalise to specific hair type;
•    Adjustable steamer – allows greater hair shine and no frizz

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Absolutely.  In fact, I’ve not only boasted of all the great features but have even lent the straightener to a friend to test and she’ll purchase her own this weekend.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
This product definitely deserves 5 Stars (5 being highly satisfactory).

Rebecca – Age: 31, Skin Type: Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
Great packaging, nice colour, lots of features, temperate control, steam conditioning. Very impressive.

What was your experience using the product?
I loved this straightener. I have fluffy wavy hair and I can straighten it in under 5 minutes with this (on the 2nd lowest heat setting), the inbuilt comb is handy and my hair was so silky – I got lots of comments and compliments. Also the 30 second heat-up is brilliant. The only negative, and it is a very minor one, is that the steam reservoir is a little difficult to fill.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Whereas my old straightener would keep it straight for maybe 6 hours, with this my hair stayed straight for 2 days, and it heats up so quickly. The long cord is helpful too.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Definitely, it is so easy and works so well.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
A definite 5 stars!

Sharon – Age: 44, Skin Type: Normal/Dry

What was your first impression of the Product?
Looks very impressive, great colour, couldn’t wait to use it!

What was your experience using the product?
Fantastic results and very easy to use. The wider plate was great for my hair type (just below shoulder length and quite thick). This straightener left my hair looking and feeling silky & fabulous. In addition I would always recommend the use of products designed for heat treated hair to reduce damage.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
This straightener is just as good if not better in my opinion of other leading brands out there on the market. The steam function is conditioning to the hair and provides a long lasting result, even in humid conditions.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Absolutely – a great product with professional results at a fraction of the price compared to other leading brands.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4.5 Stars

Jo

What was your first impression of the Product?
I really liked the presentation. Very sleek and professional looking. Looked easy to use, loved the bag that came with it.

What was your experience using the product?
I love using it! Heats up so quickly and the steam feature definitely makes my hair straighter for longer and adds shine.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
It heats up quicker than any others I’ve used. The wide plates makes straightening a lot faster, great for when you’re in a rush. My hair feels in good condition after using the straightener, with no frizz.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes. I think the steam feature is a good selling point. It really makes my hair straighter. Also the bag with built in heat resistant mat is very useful.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4 stars.

Chadia

What was your first impression of the Product?
I thought it might me a bit complicated to use and the straightener itself has many buttons. But then when I read the instructions it gave me confidence on how to use it, starting with choosing the temperature, to steam option and to comb.

What was your experience using the product?
It’s fantastic, easy to use, and not too heavy comparing to its size. I love having the steam option and to be able to choose the temperature according to hair thickness…
It doesn’t take long to heat up and the extra long power cord is excellent.
It’s non-drying for the hair, it does fast job and long lasting results.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Comparing to what I used before this one has:
Options of changing of temperature
Steam option
Detangling comb
Extra long power cord
Heat resistant pouch is included.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would definitely recommend it to others because it’s reliable, works fast and without being too harsh on the hair and it comes with 3 years warranty.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give it 4 Stars out of 5, that’s because slim straighteners are easier to take with you when you travel.

Michelle – Age: 38, Skin Type: Dry/Sensitive

What was your first impression of the Product?
It looked great, modern and had lots of buttons. I liked the bright colour of it but did think it looked a little bulky compared to my existing straightener

What was your experience using the product?
It took me a few uses to get used to it as it is a bit larger than my existing straightener and I have small hands but after a few uses I liked it and got the hang of it although I did need to have the heat setting higher than what was recommended for my hair type to get a really good straighten.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
I liked the steam option and the adjustable temperature as well although I did have the temperature higher than recommended. I think the steam helped keep moisture in my hair which is quite dry normally.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I liked this product and would definitely recommend it to others, as it did a good job and has the steam attachment and the adjustable temperature, which is great for different hair types.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give this 3 Stars out of 5

www.vssassoon.com.au.

VS Sassoon Ultimate Salon Dryer

VS Sassoon Ultimate Salon Dryer
VSP5560A  RRP AU$ 69.95
www.vssassoon.com.au.

A revolutionary dryer that combines the benefits of a high torque fan system™ to deliver 2x the air pressure of a normal dryer* and nano tourmaline ceramic™ to leave hair with reduced frizz and enhanced shine.

▪ 2200W
▪ High torque fan system™ for ultra fast airflow
▪ Ionic conditioning technology™
▪ 3 heat and 2 speed settings
▪ Cool shot
▪ Concentrator nozzle
▪ Volumising diffuser with 2 settings for adjustable airflow
▪ Hinged rear filter
▪ 360° rotating professional power cord

Livia

The beginning of every great hairstyle starts with a good hair drier. In my opinion you can’t get much better than this drier. I love the strong motor of this drier and I really noticed that my hair dried in about half the time as with my previous drier. The Ionic conditioning technology also made a big difference to my hair as it reduced the static dramatically. Combine this with the diffuser and you have one fantastic hair drier.
5 Stars

Ildiko – Age: 56, Skin Type: Dry/Sensitive

What was your first impression of the Product?
The packaging is excellent, stylish, appealing to the eye.

What was your experience using the product?
I appreciate that the hairdryer is not too noisy. That was my first concern. I love the volumising diffuser; it’s very quick to dry my hair with as it distributes the air to a greater area. My hair looks nice and not frizzy at all, when the diffuser is used.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
I have a very similar hair dryer (Wahl), which is using ionic technology as well. (to reduce static during drying)Compared with the VS Sassoon it seems to me that they are on the same level. However the VS Sassoon has the advantage of the circular volumising diffuser. Both dryer have similar features when compared. This latest technology can not be compared with the simple hair dryers available on the market, which are just drying out hair and scalp without mercy.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would recommend it, because it is superior to the basic hair dryers in many ways.
It is drying the hair in a gentle way, speeding up the drying process, reducing static. Another good point is the opportunity to dry your hair on a lower temperature, which is also beneficial.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I give 5 stars.

Anna – Age: 29, Skin Type: Normal

What was your first impression of the Product?
The dryer is quite light – and easy to handle.  Fits in the hand well, the handle is a good size.  The various control settings are easily accessed using the thumb during operation.

What was your experience using the product?
I already use a previous model VS Sassoon ionic dryer – the Ion Shine 2000 – and absolutely love it.  I have fine hair that is prone to flyaways and the extra ion blast really helps smooth my hair without excessive product use (which weighs my hair down) or styling (extra effort!!)  So I was delighted to try the Ultimate Salon Dryer.  It’s extremely powerful, and cuts my drying time down significantly.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Compared with the ion Shine, the Ultimate Salon Dryer is a lot louder, but a lot more powerful. It has many of the same functions and attachments (cool shot, adjustable heat settings and speed settings, and diffuser and concentrator) but it really makes it so quick to dry my hair.  I am considering gifting the Ion Shine to my mum and just keeping the Ultimate for myself!!

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Definitely – I think everyone should be using an Ionic dryer, it so much kinder on the hair and reduces styling time.  The Ultimate was so easy to use and gave a really great, sleek style with very little effort.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give the Ultimate Salon Dryer a 5/5.  I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their hairdryer!!

Maureen – Age: 40, Skin Type: Normal

What was your first impression of the Product?
It looks very elegant, with nice lines and colouring, though it is larger than my usual hairdryers. As I was unrolling the power cord, it seemed to go on and on, about twice the length of the usual dryers I get.

What was your experience using the product?
The lower power options were fairly wimpish, though are good for finishing off styles that just need that extra light touch. For the most part I used it on full power and found it was very good. Hot air, which dried my hair off, without burning my face or neck if I misaimed. I also came to appreciate the extra long cord.

I still haven’t come to terms with using any diffuser on my own hair, but I did experiment on a friend’s, and found it quite handy for adding volume without pushing hair too far in the wrong direction.

The only drawback is that even the lower settings are quite loud in an echoey space like a bathroom.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
I was a little sceptical about ‘ionic conditioning’ at first, but my hair displayed much less static since using this hairdryer.

Also, the long cord was very handy and was a nice complement to the 360 degree swivel, as the cord didn’t get tangled up or twisted as quickly as usual.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes, I think I would. Despite the drawback of being bigger, and so a little awkward to control at first, I soon got over that. Also, the ability to pick your settings so precisely makes it very good for using it to create different styles.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4 out of 5

Shelease – Age: 26, Skin Type: Normal/Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
Very excited with my new product.  Very light to handle and no tangled cord.  Small is size, very compact unit and easy to handle.

What was your experience using the product?
The high torque fan system is of a benefit as it quickly drys wet hair.  However there is a down side to the high torque fan system, although there is a 2 speed setting, the low speed is still too powerful to style hair eg. Fringe.  It’s too Powerful.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
My previous hair dryer is longer, bigger and heavier.  This product is light, compact and quick to use.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes for general quick hair drying and Volumising.
However, No  for styling, too powerful for my light, fine hair.  It may have a different effect if you have thick hair.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4 out of 5.  This product has its great aspects, but I did find one down side.  Not quite a good all-rounder product.

Leila – Age: 31, Skin Type: Dry Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
I really liked the look of the hairdryer when I first saw it. I love the colour,  – a metallic brown colour.
The size is great too! Small enough to take on trips but big & powerful enough to dry thick hair.  The hairdryer is also nice and light so it doesn’t give your arm a cramp as you’re drying your hair.
It looked really funky and I was really excited to try the hairdryer!

What was your experience using the product?
The hairdryer was very easy to use.  There are different speed levels and also different heat levels. All you have to do is pick the level of heat and speed that you like, and off you go.  The hairdryer is nice and light and so you can move around the hairdryer with ease.  The heat was quiet hot and also the highest speed was also surprisingly quiet powerful. I have been using salon hairdryers for the past 10 years and so I was a bit sceptical using another hairdryer.  However I was pleasantly surprised.  My hair dried really nice with his hairdryer. It didn’t dry out my hair, and also it styled quiet easily afterwards.  I didn’t feel the need to straighten my hair afterwards as it gave my hair a nice natural blow-wave look.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Light and easy to use. Also quiet powerful given the size and price.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes I would if they were looking for a cheap, easy, medium power hairdryer. I still love my salon hairdryer, however I love this one too as it’s one that I can take on holidays as it’s light and small and it has great results – does not leave your hair frizzy. The only thing I can recommend is that a ring is attached to enable you to hang the dryer up.  My salon hairdryer has one attached and so it’s easy to just grab my hairdryer in the morning.  Unlike this one whereby I need to pack it away in the cupboard and then unpack & plug in each time I need to use it. However this is just a minor thing and should not detract you from buying the hairdryer.  This hairdryer really surprised me, as it’s quite powerful for the size!

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I am still a fan of salon hairdryers so, I would have to give this one 3.5 Stars. Only because it does not have the attachment to hang the dryer and it lacks a little bit of power.  The power is good, don’t get me wrong, but I really like a Strong & Powerful hairdryer as I have quiet thick hair that is prone to frizzyness.  I would buy this dryer if I didn’t want to spend a lot of money and wanted something simple to use.

www.vssassoon.com.au.

VS Sassoon You Curl

VS Sassoon You Curl
VS2070A RRP AU$ 59.95
www.vssassoon.com.au.

You Curl uses revolutionary technology that creates fast, easy curls in a single stroke making curling as easy as straightening, producing beautiful modern curls. Features ceramic technology™ for a silky smooth finish.

▪ Ceramic technology™
▪ Ultra high heat
▪ Ultra fast heat up
▪ 3 temperature settings
▪ On/off button with indicator light
▪ Cool tips
▪ Automatic safety cut-off system
▪ Professional power cord

Livia

This is a fantastic two in one styling tool for the time poor woman. It straightens and curls your hair at the same time, without the need for two different appliances. I found the You Curl to be very gentle on my hair, without any breakages due to the ceramic plates. it heats up very quickly and I especially found the cool tips to be so useful in being able to grab them and hold the tool without burning my fingers. For me it worked best to give soft curls mainly at the end of the hair, a little kick if you will, but as that is the current trend it worked perfectly. This tool is not for anyone wanting ringlets, it is mainly for the soft wavy styles and for that it is perfect. 5 Stars

Kym – Age: 38, Skin Type: Combination Skin

What was your first impression of the Product?
My first impressions of the product were that it was attractive and easy to use, after reading the instructions I soon realised that it had quite a few more benefits over my other hair styling tools, specifically: it can be used as a straightener as well as a curler and it has 3 temperature settings, compared to my expensive straightener which only has one.

What was your experience using the product?
After the brief amount of time it took to read the instructions I was really impressed with the speed that the You Curl, heated up, also that it had ceramic technology mainly found in rather expensive hair straighteners. I found it easy to follow the instructions to produce smooth, bouncy curls.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
The You Curl has 3 heat settings which other more expensive brands do not, the other big thing which I found to be the number one reason why I would choose this product over other more expensive ones are the 2 small grips found on the end which you can grab to help you guide the You Curl from root to tip, I have received rather painful burns off of my expensive, very common brand hair straightener by grabbing the end and accidentally touching the ceramic plates… so this is a huge bonus which makes it easy to hold, handle and much safer than others I have used.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Definitely I would recommend this to others. It created the same results as other expensive hair straighteners that I have used, while being much easier to hold and manoeuvre to create smooth bouncy curls with very little chance of accidentally grabbing the plates and burning yourself.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I thought it was excellent, and would like to give it a 5 Stars out of 5, mainly because of the safety issue with the small grips to grab onto, that’s what puts it above others for me.

Caroline – Age 51, Skin Type: Dry/Dehydrated

What was your first impression of the Product?
I loved the look of the curler – the purple background with gold pattern and writing is very striking and attractive. The ceramic plates appeared to be good quality and very well designed and an interesting shape with the additional sides obviously for the “curling”. Having 3 heat settings is certainly better than most which are just on or off.

What was your experience using the product?
I was amazed at how quickly the plates heated up. I expected to wait a couple of minutes but it was hot enough to use after a few seconds! The design of the flat plates with added curved sides proved to be surprisingly easy to use as my hair slipped through the plates smoothly without having to pause or overheat any particular sections. The result was very bouncy, wavy hair in a very short time. The slower I went, and longer I held the plates on the hair the “curlier” the result. It was very easy to adjust the use to get different results.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
I have used many curling appliances over the years, including many types of curling tongs. The main difference with this one is the design of the flat plates which allows for the curling of the hair to start from the roots and not from the ends. This enables root lift and a gentle curl through the length of the hair with minimal damage from overheating to the ends of the hair. Also of great design is the additional bits near the hinge for the other hand to hold on to (without getting burnt) – this allows for much better control and ease of use.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would definitely recommend this product. It is very attractive, well made, easy to use (I got the hang of it after only a couple of sections of hair the first time I used it) and I was able to achieve a great effect very quickly.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would easily give it 5 Stars.

Quyen – Age:32, Skin Type: Dry

What was your first impression of the Product?
At first this gorgeous royal purple product with stylish golden trims and writing looked strange as one side of the plate would curl and extend out. But then as the plates aren’t so wide so it can easily make the wavy no hassle curls that is currently the hot look. It has 3 variable heat settings which will accommodate to many hair types which many expensive curlers don’t have and what’s best is that it can also be dubbed as a straightener as well.  No need to the have two products when you have this product.

What was your experience using the product?
This product makes those ‘beach hair’ curls very easy with just one twist of the wrist.  The remarkable product heats up so quickly and without having to use any holding products, the curls would stay in your hair for even more than 2 days.  Because there are no combs, the hair doesn’t catch and even with the twist, my hair flows smoothly through the tongs and results in healthy natural curls in one quick action.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Not only does this product heats up quickly but with its adjustable heat setting, the product is far more superior than many items currently on the market.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would definitely recommend it to friends as the curler looks fantastic and very regal and plus it works extremely well.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I’d give this product 5 Stars as it’s easy to use, has more than one function plus with all it’s features, it’ll become one of my staple products.

Anna – Age:29, Skin Type: Normal

What was your first impression of the Product?
Loved the colours – gorgeous purple base colour with gold lettering. The tongs are quite slim; I found it different that there were separate on and off buttons rather than a single power button!

What was your experience using the product?
I have almost-shoulder-length fine, wavy hair, and I was very eager to try this product. I found that even on the highest setting, the styler didn’t seem to heat up that quickly, even though I waited a couple of minutes for it to heat up before using. The ends of the You Curl tongs stay cool, which is perfect for having extra control in winding your hair around the tongs, and the ceramic curved extensions on the sides of the straightening plates ensure that you get a nice, large, loose, natural curl. I found that there was no stand, or clip a little annoying, since the curved sides meant I had to prop the You Curl up on the opposite side, and was a bit worried about damaging the vanity benchtop.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
Using the You Curl is very easy. The ceramic plates on the tongs glide nicely along the length of the hair, with no snags or stutters. I don’t do much extra styling with my hair and I think that I would be more inclined to use a styler like the You Curl as it is so easy to use. Although, the curls didn’t stay in my hair too well, perhaps I should have let the tongs heat up longer, they fell out almost immediately. A bit of experimenting with holding and heating time, with the use of mousse or hairspray may mean the curl is held longer. Also, my hair is relatively short – and the overall larger diameter of the curls (as compared to a traditional curling iron) meant that I got waves rather than well-formed curls, although longer-haired ladies may have more success.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would certainly recommend this product – it is a good straightener as well as having the ability to create really natural-looking waves and curls. It would work best with people with longer hair.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give this product an overall 4 Stars.

Lori – Age:32, Skin Type: Normal/Oily

What was your first impression of the Product?
I adored the purple colour and the gold hot plates. The design was sleek and formal. I definitely had no qualms about displaying it in my bathroom. Usually, I hide all appliances under the sink, but this one went right on display

What was your experience using the product?
It was very easy to use. I expected burns and hassles, yet it was infact the most simplest appliance I’ve used to date.
The handles had a great grip and were easy to rotate in my hand; the hot plates heated up very quickly and gave great definition without burning my hair.

My hair felt protected and styled at the same time.
It easily and quickly gave me a variety of different curls and textures. Heated up quickly and was very time efficient.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
The ease of use, the comfort of the appliance, the speed in which it heated up, the ability to do different textures quickly and efficiently! And the design, it looked FANTASTIC!

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes I would and I already have! Infact, I had my friends asking about my hair, and its styles, as I previously always wore it straight, now, I do wavy, curly, or STRAIGHT. It limits the need for a curling iron and a straightening iron, you only need one.
It’s comfortable, its NON damaging to hair, and I have yet to have a bad result!

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4 Stars out of 5.

Michelle – Age: 38, Skin Type: Dry/Sensitive

What was your first impression of the Product?
I liked the colour and look of this product. I was also intrigued because it wasn’t the round heated barrel type that is usual with curlers

What was your experience using the product?
I do not often use a curler so it took me a few tries to get the hang of this one, but once I watched the video on the website and practised a bit I could do it and I liked the curls it gave me.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
After you get the hang of it the curls are a lot nicer, rather than the kind of ringlet type that can sometimes look a bit dated, these curls were quite natural looking and stayed well.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
Yes I would recommend this product to others; I think it is gentler on your hair, due to the actual curling part not being heated so your hair is not being too “fried”

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give this 4 Stars out of 5

Magda – Age: 32, Skin Type: Oily Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
Was not quite sure what to expect – curler?? Straightener?? How will I work it?
It looked more like the straightener with a little round edge that I thought would help with the little “flip” that hairdressers do when they use the usual straightener

What was your experience using the product?
At first I had to get my head around it, even though it comes with instruction booklet I didn’t seem to be able to get those great curls at first. It took few attempts but I got there and now I get the best waves in the office. If you expect the curls that traditional curlers give I don’t think you will get them, but it gives the best waves I have ever managed to do!!

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
It was the first time using product of that sort, but it did help with creating beautiful waves, that I could only get at the salon before.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
For some one with hair that is neither straight nor curly that is a great product to get this soft and sexy wave without too much effort (once you work out how to use it).

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
4 Stars

Claudia – Age: 24, Skin Type: Normal

What was your first impression of the Product?
My first impressions of the product were that it had a very modern girly look and I was very happy that they brought out a product that is able to curl and straighten your hair. The ceramic coating is also a nice feature as it protects the hair from too much heat damage.

What was your experience using the product?
The first time I used the product it took me quiet a while to get the hang of curling my hair so that the curls were going in the same direction. I also used it to straighten my hair which was very easy. So overall I was quiet happy with the product.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
VS Sassoon did not burn my hair because of the ceramic tile on it and the tips on the end did not heat up so I was able to style my hair more easily holding both ends.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I would recommend this curler to others as it has quite a reasonable price compared to other hair curlers.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
I would give this product a 3 Star rating.

Nichole – Age: 25, Skin Type: Normal Combination

What was your first impression of the Product?
At first, I thought the colours used made the curler look good. Maybe not professional standard but nevertheless it looked good. It’s nice and light, so when curling for a long time doesn’t tire out your arms very quickly. The cord is a good length, and the swivel at the connection point to the product is a good idea.

What was your experience using the product?
At first I tried using the product according to the given instructions, however found it difficult to actually produce a curl. It took quite a while to work it out, and I still haven’t quite got it yet. The instructions are simple enough to follow, but the curls just don’t work out very well. Also, they fall out quite quickly as the hair doesn’t set very well because of its lower heat range. You would need to apply a whole lot of hair spray to keep them in place. Having frizzy hair also makes it a little more difficult to get a smooth curl. I did find that it heated up very quickly but would like to see the temperature on the tool instead of looking through the instruction book so I know if I’m burning my hair before I can smell it. Also, when laying the tool horizontally on a bench, the sides warm the bench up which isn’t very safe, something I haven’t experienced with my other hair tools.

What benefit does this product have compared to others you have used in the past?
I have never used a curler personally, but I think this one is good for perhaps styling hair with a bigger curl/flick at the very end, not so much throughout the hair. Finer hair would probably be better suited to it as thicker hair didn’t work too well.

Would you recommend this product to others? Why?
I wouldn’t recommend this curler to people with thick and frizzy hair, as it is very frustrating trying to get the curl to form in the first place and then to stay. It is a little time consuming also, so not a great idea if you’re short on time. Maybe those who are much more experienced at curling would find this tool more user friendly.

What Star Rating will you give this product based on your experience with it? (Out of 5)
2 Stars. Not too impressed, the curls were difficult to get. It shouldn’t really be that hard!

http://www.vssassoon.com.au.

Evodia Peach & Evening Primrose Oil Moisturising Body Lotion

Evodia Peach & Evening Primrose Oil Moisturising Body Lotion 280ml $23.95

Soothe, balance and soften dry skin with this beautifully scented body lotion also containing Vitamins C & E.

Leila

What were your first impressions of the Body Lotion?
The bottle was very impressive. Kind of had this expensive look to it. The smell was very nice. Had a subtle but lovely peach smell. So divine!

How did you find the application and use of the Body Lotion?
I love the pump bottle. Easy to pump the lotion and apply to the skin.
The texture is lovely and rich and creamy. Really good for my skin in winter! The cream soaks into the skin very quickly too. The smell – oh so divine!! I love it!
My skin felt moisturised and I smelt yummy!

If Price would be of no concern, would you purchase this Body Lotion for yourself in the future?
Definitely! I love it!
4.5 Stars

55% of Aussies Clueless to Skincare Ingredients

National Skincare Survey

More than half of us have no idea what we’re putting on our face every day

55% of Australians have no idea what ingredients are in their skincare products and one in two do not bother to read the ingredients before purchasing them, according to a survey of over 3,500 people by Yuva skincare.

“It is quite alarming that so many of us are happy to apply products to our faces every day without knowing what it is we’re actually using,” says Vicky Schulz, co-founder of Yuva.

“Unfortunately people tend to trust that if it’s available to buy than it is okay to use, but that is just not the case.”

77.2% of respondents are also unaware of what a paraben is, a common synthetic preserving ingredient found in many skincare products, which can trigger allergies or hormone disruption and is potentially carcinogenic.

Yet 98% responded that if they discovered a skincare product they were using contained a potentially carcinogenic chemical, they would stop using it.

“Clearly people need to start educating themselves on what the ingredients in their skincare products are and why they’re in there. We are becoming increasingly aware of what we put into our bodies with the foods we eat; we need to be equally aware of what we are putting on top of our bodies, particularly our faces.

“The majority (89.8%) also responded that they are concerned about the possible health risks of using a chemical based skincare regime. With numerous all-natural skincare products now available, there is no reason not to act on those concerns,” says Schulz.

Yuva is a skincare range so close to nature that it gives real and effective results for each individual; all products are Australian made, naturally derived and made from a blend of 100% pure essential oils with no artificial colours, fragrances, mineral oils or petroleum products.

The Yuva skincare range is not tested on animals and is certified by ‘Choose Cruelty Free’ due to their stance against animal testing. Yuva Skincare products are available online at www.yuva.com.au and selected specialist salons.