Nail Wraps & An Apology

Umberto Giannini Nail Wraps - part of the Glam Hair Fashion Kit

I've finally got round to using these nails wraps after buying them in the Boxing Day sales, and then leaving them at home whilst I ventured back to uni.  I thought it was about time I gave them a go, and being the first nail wraps that I've tried, I found them surprisingly easy!  I have a few crinkles and bumps, especially around the edges of the nails, but getting them completely flat was the hardest part for me.  I've slathered Sally Hansen's Double Duty over the top and edges in hope the wraps will have a longer life, but we'll see.

And the apology.  I've not blogged in so long that I genuinely feel guilty every time I think about it!  After moving back to Manchester a week ago I've been both extremely busy with settling in/housework and enjoying being home.  The glorious weather has had me out, traipsing around the South Pennines with the dog (or my Dad), and generally soaking up the countryside.  It's so nice to be back!  I will try to be more active on here...

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Sunday Round Up #10

A present from the boyfriend.  I also realise how much this photo makes this post seem a lie...

I can't believe Sunday has come round again!  This week's been incredibly uneventful; I went to the cinema on Wednesday to see the new Avengers film.  It fulfilled the criteria of the 'action movie', which was enjoyable, but I found that the storyline left much to be desired really.  I prefer films that make you think, but it was an afternoon out, so I'm not complaining!

I've been trying to be a lot more healthy this week - trying to eat a big portion of salad at least once a day, and by salad, I mean a big bag of mixed greens.  It's going well, and I'm actually starting to enjoy it too.  I've also been researching health food supplements for ladies with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, as we tend to lack quite a lot of important vitamins and minerals which keep bodies healthy.  Plus, with unstable hormones being the main cause of the symptoms, I've been researching the best supplements to balance them.  In a few months when I've trialled and hopefully seen some positive results, I'll record the best and worst - mainly for my own future reference!

The time has also come to move home too, so this weekend has been all about packing and getting ready for the trip.  I'm really not looking forward to all the sorting out I have to do once I get home; it's like a monster just waiting for my return...

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Clarifying Hair With Head & Shoulders

Head & Shoulders Itchy Scalp Care Shampoo (500ml) - £4.99 (250ml version pictured)

I've never really had a problem with product build-up, but the past few weeks have been a nightmare.  My hair's been getting greasier quicker and needs washing more often than I care for.  It's also meant my scalp's been feeling quite uncomfortable and itchy.

My scalp is completely flake-free, so it could only be a build-up of products causing the discomfort.  I purchased a bottle of Head & Shoulders Itchy Scalp Care shampoo in hopes it would sort my hair problems.  It has.  The eucalyptus oil is kind of tingly/soothing on the scalp, and I imagine it would really help those with particularly itchy heads.  It smells nice too, which as I've mentioned before, is such a defining factor for me!

The best part?  I've woke up today with bouncy hair that looks like it's just been washed.  Hurrah!  Head & Shoulders is renowned for stripping hair of nasty build-up, and that's exactly what it's done for me.  But be warned, I've heard using the non-colour protect versions on coloured hair can result in the colour being stripped!

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