Hi Divas

After a bitterly cold and wet Winter in Cape Town, my hair was in need of some extra TLC. Dry, dull and brittle ends are all signs of lack of moisture within the hair shaft. Keeping your hair hydrated and eating a well-balanced diet all contributes to good hair health. In order to maintain length and decrease fallout and breakage, moisture is one of the key elements to get you through particularly harsh weather conditions. Thanks to the new and improved Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Hyaluronic Moisture Kick range with Hyaluronic Acid Derivate, you can give your hair a boost of much needed nourishment. Hyaluronic Acid is well known for its skin care benefits. Who would have thought that it could benefit your beautiful tresses too?  Hyaluronic Acid helps to re-balance moisture levels within the hair. It is a hydrating agent delivering long lasting moisture and plumping properties to the hair shaft. This in turn makes the hair supple, shiny and increases elasticity. There are quite a few products within the revamped range. I shall be reviewing the three major items; shampoo, mask and leave-in conditioner.

This shampoo comes in the standard 250ml size and is packaged in a beautiful sea blue bottle. These hues of aqua remind me of beautiful summer days at the beach and floating in beautiful pristine blue waters. The shampoo is aimed at those with particularly dry, brittle and coarse hair. It gently cleanses the scalp while helping to prevent dehydration. The formula is silicone free but not sulphate free. The product has a gel like texture and lathers well on the hair. It cleanses thoroughly without leaving my head feeling stripped. My scalp is well cleansed and my hair feels soft to the touch after use. There is a light floral scent within the shampoo and makes my hair smelling fresh and clean. Overall, this a good quality shampoo, that delivers moisture and cleanses thoroughly as well. I definitely recommend it for all hair types.  

The moisture mask is packaged in a 200 ml blue tub. This product is aimed at normal to dry hair. It is described as a deeply moisturizing treatment which binds moisture to the hair shaft. It claims to restore inner strength and elasticity as well as improve suppleness and manageability of the hair. This is a light weight formula which easily penetrates into the hair follicles. It soaks immediately and provides hydration to de-tangle and restore my dry ends. The scent is stronger than the shampoo and might be overpowering to those who are sensitive to fragrances. This deep treatment gives me the benefits of moisture and hydration without weighing my hair down. There is bounce and volume in my hair after use. I would say that this mask would not be ideal for very thick and curly hair. It would be too light and won't provide enough slip to de-tangle very coarse locks. This is a light weight treatment and is perfect for those who want moisture without weighing their hair down. It is therefore not suitable for all hair types.

I would have to say this is my favourite product out of the range. I am always on the hunt for a good leave-in conditioner that will moisturize my curls without any residue, itchy scalp or stickiness. This product definitely delivers and is free of all the above-mentioned issues. The conditioner is packaged in a convenient 200 ml spray bottle. All you have to do is shake it up, spritz all over the hair and comb through. This magic product gives my hair the moisture it needs without weighing it down. My curls look shiny, hydrated and bouncy. I love that the formula is sulphate free and the emulsion is light enough to use on wet and dry hair. This product is perfect for those Summer beach days when blow drying and heat tools are out of the question. The spray conditioner keeps my hair protected and healthy. I recommend this leave-in conditioner to all hair types. It will be great to use as a curl refresher on those humid or chilly days.

In conclusion, Schwarzkopf did an excellent job reworking the BC Bonacure formula. The products are of the highest quality and work wonders on the hair. My favourite items are the Spray leave-in conditioner along with the shampoo. As you can see in the photo above, my locks look well hydrated, healthy, shiny and bouncy. I recommend this range to those who are looking for moisture without weighing the hair down. If you want something deeper with  a lot more slip to detangle your curls, you will have to give this a skip. I hope you found this review helpful. Let me know if you tried these products in the comments below.

 

 

Schwarzkopf Oil Miracle Barbary Fig Oil

Hair Care Range Review

Hi Divas

Welcome back to my blog. I know I have not blogged in what feels like YEARS!!! Unfortunately LIFE has been a little crazy lately. I have really missed blogging because it is a fun hobby and a great stress reliever for me. I am excited to get back on the bloggersphere again with a new post. This week I shall be reviewing some new hair products I received recently. I am a big fan of the Schwarzkopf hair care range. This brand has never disappointed me when it comes to affordable salon products. I bought the Barbary Fig Oil range from the Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Hairtherapy collection. There was a great value bundle available on Retail Box which came with three products and a cosmetics bag. I initially only wanted to buy the hair oil but when I saw the great value bundle, I jumped at the chance to purchase it. What is so special about Barbary Fig Oil, you may ask? Well, it is a plant based oil that is filled with antioxidants and vitamins which nourish the hair and gives super hydration. This range also boosts the strength of the hair with micro keratin that repairs the hair shaft. You are left with soft, shiny and healthy strong hair.

Schwarzkopf Barbary Fig Oil & Keratin Restorative Shampoo
The shampoo is packaged in a 200ml purple tube with gold lettering on it. I love that the shampoo comes in a squeeze tube because it makes it much easier to get the last drop of shampoo out. This shampoo has a lovely sweet scented smell. I would not say it smells exactly like figs but it does have a hint of the fruit. The texture of the product is a purple gel that lathers really well on the hair. It gives the hair a good cleanse without stripping it of moisture. My hair feels clean and soft after using it. It makes your hair smell really good too, which I adore. I think this is a great everyday shampoo. I prefer to use this on days I need to wash my hair after exercising. It is not a deeply nourishing treatment shampoo like the Kerastase shampoos. Therefore I feel if you want a good shampoo that cleanses well and leaves the hair feeling soft then definitely get this one. If you are looking for a more luxurious treatment shampoo then give this one a skip.

Schwarzkopf Barbary Fig Oil & Keratin Restorative Mask

The mask is packaged in a 150ml purple tub with a gold screw on lid. The texture of the mask is what surprised me the most. Firstly the mask is a pretty lavender colour. I have never seen hair products with such unusual shades. The actual mask is really thick. If you take off the lid and turn the tub upside down the mask does not run down at all. It is stiff like whipped cream. The consistency is very thick and a little product goes a long way. This mask will last you quite a long time because you don't need to use much. I like to scoop it out with my two fingers and spread it all over my hair. The mask soaks pretty quickly into your hair, despite it being so thick. I actually like this mask as it gives me a smooth finish and does not weigh my hair down or make it greasy. The mask is aimed for very dry brittle hair but it is not that intense. I feel that someone with fine hair could easily use this and get smooth frizz free tresses. This mask has a similar scent to the shampoo but has a little more punch. I think it is a good everyday mask and is great value for money.

 Schwarzkopf Barbary Fig Oil & Keratin Restorative Treatment
 This is the product that I wanted to purchase the most. I have used other BC Bonacure Hairtherapy finishing treatment oils and I loved them. This one comes in a 100ml bottle. The one I had before lasted me for almost a year and a half. These oils are such great value for money. They last a long time and they are so versatile. You can use it on wet or dry hair, as a smoothing serum before blow drying and has a finishing serum for after styling. The oils protects the hair from humidity and prevents frizz. It nourishes and detangles the hair too. The texture of the oil is not sticky or heavy. It's light weight and can be used on the roots and the ends. It makes my hair soft and shiny without it being overbearing or looking like a grease ball. This oil is great for fine and thick hair. The treatment oil has a lovely smell too and will leave your hair feeling and smelling lovely. This one is definitely my favourite product from the range.




 
Have you used any of these products? Do let me know below. 
Thank you so much for reading.
Lots of love.
Xxxx

Schwarzkopf Bonacure Hairtherapy Moisture Kick Review

Hey Divas!

Do you notice a theme with my blog posts lately? All the products have had a blue or teal theme. I have no idea why I had a sudden urge to review all my blue toned products, Lol. Maybe it's because it is Summertime and my favourite place on earth is the beach. So subconsciously all the blue tones made me feel inspired to review my favourite Summer beauty products. I have another Summer based product favourite of mine this time in the hair care range. I bought the Schwarzkopf Bonacure Moisture Kick range from Retail Box as they were having a sale before the festive season started. These products came in a bundle for an amazing bargain. I decided on purchasing these products because it came with a leave in conditioner. During the Summer months I hardly blow dry my hair as it is just too hot to put myself through that torture. I prefer rocking my natural crazy curls. In Summer we tend to swim a lot too, so I do not waste my time with blow dryers and straightening irons if I know it is just going to get ruined by the pool or a day at the beach. I have a lot of protein based hair products therefore I stocked up on some moisture hair care for my dry ends. Here are my reviews:

Moisture Kick Shampoo

The shampoo comes in a tall 250 ml bottle. It has a white milky texture that lathers easily on the scalp.The shampoo is perfect for everyday use. I usually shampoo my hair twice in one wash and it gets rid of all dirt and grease. It rinses out well too and does not leave any residue on my scalp. It cleanses great and leaves my hair silky soft. This shampoo contains Hyaluronic Acid Derivate which adds moisture to the hair shaft while cleansing it. It has a floral perfume scent that is quite strong. It is not the prettiest shampoo scent because it smells quite artificial. If you are someone that is sensitive to fragrances, this one might irritate you.

Moisture Kick Treatment

This is a 200 ml water based mask in a tub, that is suitable for normal to dry hair. This mask is amazing in that it is so light on the hair yet so moisturising. Most masks leave my hair feeling heavy and can be difficult to rinse out thoroughly. This one as the shampoo contains Hyaluronic Acid Derivate which penetrates the hair cells and gives it maximum moisture without weighing the hair shaft down. This would work great on people with thin hair that want intense nourishment without the grease or oiliness.  Whether I blow dry my hair or leave my natural curls my hair feels soft, detangled and has a healthy shine. I do not like the scent of this one either as it has quite a artificial perfume smell. I don't mind though because the results this mask gives my hair is just awesome.

Moisture Kick Spray Conditioner

The leave in conditioner comes in a 200ml spray bottle. This is lovely to pop in your bag if you are going to the beach or a pool party. I would say that this is a great top up spray and not a conditioner to be used on it's own as a moisturising conditioner. You probably wondering what I mean by that. I think this conditioner spray is great to spritz on your hair as a quick fix if you do not want to blow dry your hair and want to enhance your natural waves. It is also great to spray on your hair after you have been swimming to tame your waves and act as a moisture lock on your hair shaft. I do not think that this product is meant to be used solely on it's own. I usually shampoo my hair, apply the moisture mask, rinse everything out and then apply this as a leave in top up. You won't get good results if you just shampoo and use this spray as your moisturising conditioner. For me this spray does not contain enough moisture to give a all over nourishing effect. It is a quick fix for when you out and about but works great as a top up after the moisture masks. If you have very fine hair it might be enough for you but someone with thick hair like me needs an extra kick! (Excuse the pun)

To conclude, I love all the products from this range and would definitely buy the bundle again when it goes on special. I hope you found this review helpful.

Much love and Divalicious kisses.

XXXX

Hi gorgeous Divas!

I recently bought this Schwarzkopf range as a bundle from Retail box. It was such a good deal as I ended up saving a whopping R188 because I bought the products in a set. I would have had to pay the extra R188 if I bought each product individually. Score!;-) I love investing in skincare and hair care products. I do not compromise when it comes to my skin and hair, so I don't mind forking out a little extra in my budget. I recently dyed my hair at my local salon and I wanted to invest in salon quality products that would repair and treat my hair. I decided on The BC Bonacure Repair Rescue range. The Repair and Rescue products are described as a nourishing and restoring treatment for damaged hair. The products contain proteolipids, Amino Acids and Panthenol which restores the hair cells and fibres from the inside out. It provides strength, moisture and elasticity to the hair, making it stronger and much more healthier. I have the shampoo, conditioner and treatment mask from the range. Below are my reviews on all three products:

Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Repair Rescue Shampoo

 The shampoo comes in a tall 250ml bottle. I love that the shampoo is 50 ml more than the conditioner as I always wash my hair twice with the shampoo for a thorough clean. Thus I end up using more product and run out of shampoo faster than the conditioner. The shampoo has a milky lotion texture. It is a little runnier in consistency than most shampoos so do be careful when pouring it onto your hands. The product lathers well on my hair and cleanses it efficiently. It feels very creamy when I massage it into my hair. After I rinse the shampoo out my hair feels super soft. The shampoo is gentle to use every day and I just love the soft feeling it gives my hair after I use it. Some shampoos tend to make your hair hard after rinsing it out, but this creamy shampoo softens the hair. The product has a pleasant sweet scent that is not over powering. It's a soft and subtle feminine scent.

Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Repair Rescue Conditioner

The conditioner comes in a 200ml bottle. The consistency of the conditioner is a little thicker than the shampoo, but still has a light and creamy texture. I like to lather this on all over my hair and leave it on for more than 10 minutes. The formula is quite light and the conditioner soaks quickly into the hair. After I rinse it out my hair feels soft, detangled and moisturised. This product is great for people with fine and thin hair as it conditions the hair without weighing it down, or making it feel greasy and heavy. This is a great everyday conditioner for those on the go. I find the conditioner's scent to be a little stronger than the shampoo. It smells similar to the shampoo but with an added kick. It gives a very pleasant fragrance to your hair.

Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Repair Rescue Treatment 

The treatment comes in a 200ml tub and obviously is a lot more concentrated than the conditioner. I like to use this tub twice a month for a deep conditioning at home treatment. After I wash my hair I leave the mask on for about 20 minutes. You don't have to leave it on for as long as me though. I always do things a little extra when it comes to my hair. The texture is a lot thicker and creamier than the conditioner. All you need is  a spoonful of the product to treat all your hair. What I love most about this treatment is that it does not make the hair limp or oily. Some hair masks can really weigh hair down and cause greasiness. This treatment is great for all hair types. The scent is a lot stronger than the other two products, so if you are sensitive to fragrances, you might not like the product. I don't mind it though. 

The Results:
I have been using these products for about 2 month now and I absolutely love it. I have definitely noticed a change in my hair. It is a lot stronger and looks healthier than before. My hair has experienced less breakage and fall out. I honestly recommend these products to anyone who has damaged hair. This will definitely help restore your hair and it make it look nourished and repaired again. I would buy another set after these run out. This bundle is great value for money.

Thank you for reading.

Divalicious kisses.

Xxxx