How to get great looking curly hair without any heat.

I’ve always wanted to have super gorgeous curly hair, but I don’t want to damage my hair by applying so much heat through it with the use of curling tongs etc…


So, I did a bit of research and I came across some great ways of getting the perfect curls that last all day, with absolutely no heat.  The best tip I came across, and the one I use the most, is the twisting method. After blow drying your hair, split it into two sections like you would if you were plaiting your hair. Then, twist each section of hair in a clockwise motion until its tightly wrapped. Pin each twist on top of your hair with a bobbi pin, and then secure both sections with a hair clip at the top of your head so it’s not uncomfortable to sleep in. In the morning, take out the clip and shake your hair upside down. The results are brilliant, and the curls last all day long without having to apply hair spray.  
 

Another way to get a more tousled look is to sleep in plaits, the more plaits you section your hair off with, the tighter the waves will be. If you want a more tousled look, go for two loose plaits and sleep in them to create gorgeous wavey hair. If you are in mad rush and want to create this look, you can go over your plaits with a straightener, I know I said these tips included no heat, but a few goes over your braids with the straightener will give you instant waves which are great for a last minute night out.


Sleep in rollers are also a fantastic way to create big bouncy curls without any heat damage. I’ve reviewed these rollers before, so if you want a more detailed explanation of how they work, you can find that a few posts down. The rolls are great for creating big bouncy curls or a more subtle wave and flick depending on the direction you roll your hair. Although a little hard to sleep in, they do give fantastic results and I would recommend them to anyone wanting big curls that last all day.

Thanks for reading. xo



Spring Must Haves!

After a long and drawn out winter, spring seems to be finally making an appearance. With the sun shining, we can now ditch our ugly chunky coats and fur boots and make space in our wardrobes for this year’s best spring and summer trends. Here are some of this seasons fashion and beauty must haves that prove you don’t have to spend a fortune to stay on trend this spring.

Candy Crops.
Candy crops are everywhere at the moment, they are a great staple piece to have in your wardrobe as the style makes an appearance every spring and summer. They look great pared with a simple white T-shirt and flat sandals. 


Little White Dresses.
Say bye-bye to the Little Black Dress because it’s time for the little white dress to step into the limelight. All the starts from The Saturdays Mollie King to Cheryl Cole have been seen wearing them and they are perfect for almost any occasion. Paired with a nude wedge during the day or a cream stiletto for the evening, the LWD is the new staple wardrobe must have.



Barry M Textured Nail Effects.
As well as candy crop jeans, candy coloured nails are also a big trend this season and it’s a great trend for those less daring. Barry M have a great range of pastel nail polishes and their most recent varnish incorporates textured nail effect. Great for a grunge chic look, these polishes are all the rage, and at just £3.99 a bottle, it’s no surprise that they have become such a popular product.

Max Factor Lip Fusion. £6.99 each.
These giant pen-like lipsticks are the hottest hybrid beauty buy of the moment. They come in a huge array of shades and the pen-like end gives great precision, much better than a regular lipstick. The colour lasts all day without having to re-apply and is the perfect short cut to pout perfection.  The in-colours for spring are powder pinks and corals.


Minimalist Strappies.
Ditch your clunky black wedge shoe for something much more minimal this spring, the classic strappy. This sophisticated shoe has become a celebrity favourite and they are all over the high-street.  You can get hold of them in a ton of different colours to suit every outfit and they are perfect to show of your newly manicured toes.

Kimono Jackets.
It’s finally time to say goodbye to the big overbearing jackets we have all been swapped in this summer.  Spring is here and to celebrate the return of the sunshine, grab yourself a lightweight silky kimono jacket to compliment your summer attire.  The billowing sleeves are great for those who aren’t comfortable showing off to much skin whilst the silky, lightweight material will keep your body cool.