Hair Care!

For about two months ago I changed my hair routine.

I bought what's turned out to be the best decision hair-wise, a bottle of Moroccan Oil-shampoo! And oh my, that's gooood!!

It really works, makes your hair shine like never before!

A few people have asked me what's going on with the shining, and I've been happy to spread the joy! And I continue it now here with you!

It's so rich and creamy, gives a good foam with only a few drops, so it's also very lasting! Hair is easy to brush too!

I'm after the mask next, I really believe in this product, my hair has reached a whole new level with it!

As a conditioner I use Pureology's Hydrate, that's an experience too! It's got a strong menthol vibe that refreshes your whole head! Truly! It feels amazing, for quite a long while! Sculp says thank you!

My other favourites consist of a shampoo, a leave-in conditioner and two different masks by Bonacure.

They are good basic products that treat the hair gently.

I use these masks maybe once a week, sometimes twice, depending if I had to use a lot of hairspray or hair powder or such.

The most valuable lesson for my hair has been to keep it moisturized! All the time! 

Our water in Finland is so clean and pure that with the right products it's almost easy!

Everytime while abroad I notice after just one wash my hair starts behaving frizzy. It's the amount of chalk in the water that dries everything fast!

Not only is our water excellent to drink, but skin and hair are very grateful too!

Other long-time favourites include the red TIGI king size double package. The smell isn't for everyone but I like it!

Beauty issues!

When getting some colour in the sun, my make-up routine changes.

During winter, not being a big fan of powder, I usually only wear BB-cream on my face, but once I've catched a few rays, this light, shimmery and sparkly product takes over:

Guerlain Météorites.

I just love the illuminating feel! Makes you feel radiant! 

After that I just add Clarins Eclat Minute, Instant Light Lip Perfector, a dreamy lip gloss, and I'm ready to go!

I use shade no.03 Nude.

It's got similar effects to the Guerlain plus a delicious scent!

With a waterproof mascara the look isn't too heavy at all, giving my complexion the good glow that lasts! 

                                         

                                         

Seeing red!

What tells you that a female wind player is having a day-off?
She's wearing lipstick!

And this time my absolute favourite: Rouge Volupté #17 Red Muse by YSL!
I love the rich formula, it's very creamy and heavily pigmented, so it lasts long! I have three different shades of this lipstick at the moment, and I just love it!!

One more thing!

I almost forgot: new hair colour!!
Now sleep tight!

Haidresser Heaven: Pinkki Paplari!

Yesterday was a day of luxury: hairdresser appointment!

I went to a salon called Pinkki Paplari in Taka-Töölö! I've known it's there and heard nice things about it from a friend, but have never been treated there.
It's such a cool place! A 50's inspired hair/beauty parlour with a sweet burlesque twist and an expertise in vintage hairdos! The interior is authentic with old barbershop chairs and machines together with such colourful walls, brilliant!
I wasn't after anything radical, just a trim to make my hair look healthy and shiny after a long and dry winter. But I got such a treat with an excellent sculp massage, sweet-smelling hair products and the latest big thing: a Moroccan oil splash! It makes your hair smooth and shiny and is super nutritious and moisturizing! It's made from the kernels of the argan tree, and is valued highly because of its nutritive elements.
Afterwards I felt really good, the massage was heavenly!
Thank You Paplari!

In the evening it was time to go to the Swedish Theatre to finally see Kristina från Duvemåla! I'd been waiting to see it for some time already, and now was a good moment! A sweet colleague arranged a perfect seating, admiration took place and tears were shed! It takes four hours but time just flew by! Amazing guys these Abba-men, I must say!

Hugs on a Wednesday, sweet everyone!

Summer in a bottle!

I've got a new fragrance!
It's Escada's limited edition seasonal scent and I love it! For the past few years I've fallen for these fragrances, I think it's a really good idea to make new scents for the summer to come!
This Cherry in the Air is a little sweet, but not too sweet to me!
Love, love, love it!!

Time for a manicure!

I want to share three of my favourite products with you that make my nails feel good! They always haven't, and I've neglected their well-being from time to time, but with these simple tricks even I have the patience to take care of my nails!

First of all I've fallen for these Mavala nail polish remover pads which are acetone-free and so easy and quick! Also perfect for traveling!

After this I wash hands properly and grab the pen! This is really good! Also from Mavala, a pen that oozes nutritive oil is just perfect for my dry cuticles, especially during winter. I apply it and let it absorbe a while, then take the orange stick and finish the job!

The next phase comes from Trind: a twin-set of keratin! First the keratin nail restorer from the pink bottle. I let it soak and dry for a while, then move on to the keratin nail protector, which seals all the nutritious elements inside the nail. It's like a top coat, apply it and let it dry for a few minutes, and your nails are ready for a beautiful colour splash!

I went for a sweet rosy shade this time!

Here they are! I can warmly recommend all these, very easy and fast!

Kisses to you all!! Let's have a beautiful day!

Beauty Parlour!

Ok, good morning everybody!
What a perfect way for a Sunday to begin: experimenting some serious facial treatments!
I told you Yesterday how I got these two new masks from my sister. This is so wild and a little peculiar as well: the big beauty countries Japan and Korea always come up with new tricks and treatments, and one thing in particular has been a hit: the snake venom. Yes. Oh dear.
It is said to even out the skin and the signs of ageing, as well as moisturize and nourish it. I suppose how it really works is that it paralizes the skin a little. At least in the form of taking shots with needles which sounds quite awful. But a facial sheet mask which I tried out just now, wasn't that bad. This actually is an old thing: it is said that there was a physician in the mythological age called Asklepios who used snake venom in his treatments. So bravely I started! It smelled really good! I let the mask be in my face about 15 minutes, took it away and washed away with water, and I have to say my skin felt really good afterwards! Refreshed and nourished! Don't know about the other things but this kind of feel-good-things I do like every now and then!
The other mask is based on Snail Therapy, and it is not hard to guess what's in that..! But that can wait until next time! Oh the vanities in life!

Now we're getting busy here, we are having a dinner party today, the sun is shining and it's another free day! Beautiful! Enjoy Sunday!

Hand & nails

Good Morning!
This will be a good day in spite of the constant rain! Work is already in my mind, it's a good sign when you've rested enough and there's space in your mind for new things! I also have an appointment for hairdresser today, which is always nice!
This will be a beauty post since I'm super exited about my new hand balm I got from China! This is also a label from South Korea, Skin Food, and we found a place where they sold these. I got myself this one and a facial mask which I haven't tried on yet, but this hand balm is wonderful! Really nutritious and rich, perfect for dry winter hands!
I made myself a little manicure the other day since I've just been inside, and used my favourite shade of the moment in nail polish, no. 91, Reno, from Mavala. I love Mavala products, they're good and lasting and the small bottle is so handy! You can have several shades and they don't dry out.

Have loads of smiles today my friends!

Beauty issues

Last week my sister was in Seoul, South Korea. She goes around a lot for her work, and we have a fantastic agreement of me ordering stuff according to her hints on all kinds of things! When it comes to Korea, it's all about cosmetics and skin care! Oh the Asian certainly know about beauty! It's been the best skin care I've ever known, face cremes, masks, you name it! This time I stocked up good, I got three different moisturizers, an eye creme, a foaming cleanser+she always brings different face masks, super nourishing with raspberries, aloe, lavender, the list is neverending!

So Yesterday when she came I got my goodie bag and this morning started treating myself! I put on a mask and tried one of the moisturizers. I also gave my hair a good therapy session with a 15-minute mask. Oh this is nice, I feel good and skin feels good, thank you Sis, again!!