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Savvy Curls no heat curling headband: The Convertible Wrap

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This publication has been sponsored by Savvy Curls. Opinions and photo’s are my own.
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In my opinion curls is one of the magic words when it comes to awesome hairstyles…
Whether you do an updo or add a braid, with your hair curled everything gets a bit more of a wow factor :-)
Offcourse you don’t want to get at it with a curling wand every day, because yes they make beautiful curls, but they also cause damage to your hair, and cost so much time. Don’t know about you, but I don’t have that much time every morning 😉

Savvy curls has the perfect solution: a headband that curls your hair without heat! Because they’re made with thermal insulating materials & curl forming materials, they use your heads natural heat to form the curls. And that all while you are sleeping, cleaning, working out or even just watching tv.
That is kinda perfect!

I tried the double headband on Luna first, I put it in her hair before going to bed, her hair was still slightly damped from her bath, and I didn’t use any hairproducts. I also took quit big pieces of hair to wrap around.
For an instruction video how to put in the double headband, click HERE
IMG_5675b72p IMG_5674b72p IMG_5673b72pI guess the best way to test it’s ‘sleepability’ is having your kid test it lol. I mean we ladies would sleep upside down if that would give us the best curls ever, but with our kiddo’s it’s a different story. They need comfort and no limits while in bed.
Well I can honestly say that the Savvy Curls convertible wrap has passed the test! It also stayed it pretty good, since Luna always moves around in her sleep :-)
Image172pThis is what her wrapped hair looked like in the morning. The hair loosened up a bit, but stayed put.
And the result after taking it out is just incredible:
IMG_5682b72p IMG_5684b72pLike I said, hairstyles do look better with some curls:
IMG_5691b72p IMG_5688b72pSo next on the list I wanted to try the headband on myself, and this time I did it on dry hair during the day, used some hairmousse, and I took rather small pieces of hair to create a different kind of curls. I also loosened them up with my fingers afterwards.
IMG_5719b72p IMG_5721b72pCan you believe they are both done with the same headband??

Savvy Curls offers a single and a double (convertible) headband. I would rather choose the double, since you can take the top part off, and still have a single that way 😉
They come in fun colors and patterns as well!

Let me know your favorite way to curl your hair, and would you buy a Savvy Curls headband??

 

February 4, 2016
Written by: Tamara
Blog Brands Fashion Jewelry Review

Photo Memory Locket by Hippe Sieraden.

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IMG_5011b272pOk, I´m a sucker for changable jewelry. I love addapting the look of my jewels to match my clothes, or my mood for that matter 😉
And when you can add your own photo’s as well, there we go, you got me now! I love everything that holds little memories!

So I was more then excited to collaborate with Hippe Sieraden, a dutch site who does not only sells this beauty, but has so much more lovely stuff on their site. You should really check them out!
They have all kinds of photo jewelry, and bracelets for which you can choose your own text! Next to that they also have bags, keychains, hairaccesoires and so much more! Go see for yourself :-)
IMG_5204b72pThe necklace I received is a so called memory locket. It holds little treasures, like floating charms and a photo, or a little disc with text. It is made of stainless steel, and the quality is awesome!

IMG_5215b72pThe memory locket opens and closes on one side by 2 small, but very strong magnets. Which is perfect, since you don’t want to loose your little treasures right :-)
On the website you can choose which charms you wish to add, and you can order as many as you want to change your necklace to your liking! There are so many, hearts, swarovski stones, baby feet, stars, butterflies, hey they even have a Christmas tree and a scissor&comb one LOL.
IMG_5218b72p IMG_5220b72pIMG_5212b72pThe necklace itself is 80cm, so a perfect length to show off your memory locket. They also have a round shaped one, and they´re both stunning, but this drop shaped one is deff my favorite 😉
And if you’re more of a bracelet type, they also have a memory locket bracelet!
IMG_5211b72p IMG_5213b72p Check out Hippe Sieraden on their own website and give them a follow on Facebook and Instagram!

December 14, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Beauty Blog Braids Brands Review

Hairburst review 1 month

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A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by Hairburst about their Hair Growth Vitamins, and if I wanted to try them.
I’ve always been very curious about the effects of such vitamins, would they work? So my attention was there!

This is what Hairburst say on their website:
“Hairburst adds all the vital vitamins and nutrients to your diet that your body needs to grow stronger, longer hair. Our unique formula has produced fantastic results for our users, reporting hair that appears healthier, thicker, longer, shinier more manageable and faster growing as a result of using hairburst.”

That sounds very promissing doesn’t it?
Thats what I thought!

The fact that they use safe and natural ingredients in their products makes it easier to take them.
In a clinical trial of 100 people, 98% of users noticed faster hair growth after using hairburst for 3 months.

I have to admit, I am not a very good pill swallower (that sounds kinda weird huh), I can’t even swallow a paracetamol.
So when I opened my bottle op capsules, I slightly paniced :-) Cause tbh, the pills are not very small.
I did try to take them whole, but I managed to get down exactly one…
So what did I do? I cut them open and mix them with something to drink! And that works perfect. Offcourse it is always better to take them whole I guess 😉

So now for the big question, I know you’ve been waiting patiently for it: did it work??
Well these photo’s are 4 weeks apart, and see the result:
collage72pAs you can see (besides the different haircolors lol, left is still my ‘old’ color), my hair did grow, and more than the average cm it grows on it’s own.
So YES Hairburst does do your hair good! Not only made it grow my hair faster, it also made it fuller!
IMG_4427beter72p2I am very happy with the result, and I would love to see what the result is after 3 months!

November 8, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Brands Fashion Review Shoes

Flat out of Heels

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Ever had that moment where you have been wearing heels for a while, and then suddenly they hurt like crazy?
Common, admit it, we’ve all been there…..yes even you and me 😉 It’s moments like that can ruin your entire day/evening right?
Thats when Flat Out Of Heels comes in to save the day! IMG_4278beter72p

Flat Out of Heels are rollable (yeah really!) ballet style flats that can be used as an emergency flat and worn for everyday use. They are stylish, comfortable and compact, and they’re small enough to fit in about every purse.
So no more sore feet after a night out, keep on dancing in style!
IMG_4277beter72pFlat Outs come rolled tightly in a disposable box with a shoe bag conveniently included with the purchase. So heels off, flats on, and you don’t even have to wonder where to keep your heels. How genious is that haha.
They have thick durable soles with no slip, no skid bottoms and memory foam style cushion, an the elastic on the heel makes sure they stay on, no matter what!
IMG_4350beter72pFlat Out of Heels are perfect for wearing during the day as well. I, for example, find them perfect to wear around the house.
And a couple of weeks ago, when I had a wedding, and was on heels all day, I slipped them on when I was going to drive home… Perfect!!
All Flat Out of Heels are machine washable, so that might come in handy as well :-)
Mine are from the Loren Ridinger Collections- (Glamber Green) but they have many more beautiful ones (plain ones, animal print, flowers, decorated with studs, etc), so there’s on for everyone’s liking!
Flat Out Of Heels is located in the US, but ships to most countries around the world.

You can find Flat Out Of Heels here:
Internet: www.flatoutofheels.com
Instagram: @FlatOutofHeels
Facebook: Facebook.com/FlatOutofHeels
YouTube:  YouTube.com/FlatOutofHeels

 

 

 

 

November 1, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Blog Brands Fashion

Taylor Joelle Peach Midi Tutu Skirt

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Even while Luna is growing up to be a fierce and ‘not very girly-girly” little lady, wearing Taylor Joelle‘s tutu skirts always make her happy! And who can blame her, theyre amazing and the quality is outstanding. And which girl, even when you’re 7 already, doesn’t like to feel like a princess!
IMG_2839beter72pThis sweet pastel skirt is now on sale, grab yours HERE  you know you need it 😉
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October 20, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Blog Braids Brands Fashion Review

Little Chiyo

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Last Saturday weather was finally good enough to have some fun with these amazing tutu skirts the girls received from Little Chiyo, all the way from Australia! And they truly are so beautiful, imagine all the possibilities you can use them with!
They combine perfect with so many outfits and scene set-ups!

Both tutu’s are from Little Chiyo’s Summer Gelati Collection, and yes that collection is as delicious as it sounds! All skirts are named after a flavour of ice, and they make you think of summer, ice, sun, dance, fairies, carefree and playful!!
Luna is wearing the Peach Sorbet, and Kyra owns the Raspberry Sorbet. Pretty yummie combination isn’t it!
Just look at these photo’s and be amazed of it’s beauty!

Every girl tries on her mothers shoes at least once in her life right :-)naamloos-1-14 naamloos-2-2naamloos-1-13
These tutu’s call for flowers, and lots of them!!
naamloos-3 naamloos-4 naamloos-5 naamloos-6 naamloos-7 naamloos-8And after picking flowers it was time for a teaparty, fun and some sisterlove :-)
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XOXO
Tam

June 8, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Braids

Brittlet

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I had the pleasure to be send this genious piece of work over by Bfabulous1: the brittlet
And when I say genious, I seriously mean: GET YOUR OWN NOW!
Foto 16-05-15 21 05 12The Brittlet is a bracelet every hairstylist, hairlover or braidaddict should have :-)
It has a magnet which holds your bobbypins, and since the magnet is bendible, you can form it to your wrist to fit perfectly! The magnet is also very handy when collecting your bobbypins *lol*
Foto 16-05-15 21 03 33Foto 16-05-15 21 03 53It also has this plastic piece that allows you to easily open your bobbypins, so no more using your nails or teeth! And did I mention how cool you look wearing it 😉
Foto 16-05-15 21 04 14 Foto 16-05-15 21 09 09To see the Brittlet in action, check out my YouTube video of the #ib_doubledutchbraids, in which I use it!

The Brittlet is available at www.brittlet.com for only $24,97, and it will make your hairstyling a lot easier!
Follow Bfabulous1 at instagram: https://instagram.com/bfabulous1/

May 25, 2015
Written by: Tamara
Beauty

Spin for perfect skin!

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A few weeks ago Vanity Planet contacted me if I wanted to try their Spin for Perfect Skin.
Well eh YEAH! offcourse I do!
Cause regardless how my skin looks on photo’s, it isn’t flawless…No really 😉
So if someone gives me a chance to improve it, I’m in!
And let’s be honest, we all want a clean smooth skin, don’t we.
Here’s your chance to get your own with 70% off!!

Last week I received their package, they provided me with a track&trace code, and it arrived so fast!
The package isn’t to big, so it’s the perfect size to take it with you on, let’s say your holiday :-) I know it’s coming with me to the US in July!
Foto 16-05-15 16 33 09The package contains the Spin, along with 4 (!!) different types of brushes: a cleansing facial brush, an exfoliating facial brush, a pumice stone and a body brush.Foto 16-05-15 16 34 11The spin itself is a perfect size for you to hold, and it’s grip is great. It needs 4 AA batteries, and did I mention it is COMPLETELY SAFE for use in the shower or bath! How cool is that, to use your fav facial products with this brush.
Putting on the different kind of brushes is childsplay, and with only 1 button (on/off) it’s easy to use.
Foto 16-05-15 16 34 34 Foto 16-05-15 16 35 04The cleansing facial brush is made of ultra soft bristles, especially designed for the tender skin on the face.
it’s best used on moistered skin, for optimal results.
Foto 16-05-15 16 35 30The exfoliating brush is perfect to lift away debris. Your skin feels so soft after using this! Use with an exfoliating product that contains soft, rounded particles for an even better result.
Foto 16-05-15 16 35 41The pumice stone is perfect to remove callouses and dead skin from not only your feet, but your elbows and knees as well. Especially in summer, wearing thongs all day long, we all have more callouses. This one is amazing and makes your feet so soft again!
Foto 16-05-15 16 36 06Last but not least is the body brush. Made of the same material as the facial brush, but only bigger.
So extend the benefits of deep cleaning to your entire body!
Foto 16-05-15 16 36 18So, are you in love already? I know I am!

And here’s the best part of today’s post: YOUR discount code of 70%!! Yeah you read that correct, 70% off to have your entire body feel reborn! Go get your Spin for Perfect Skin Face + Body Brush today.

Coupon code: TV4SPIN, to use with your order at www.vanityplanet.com

XOXO
Tam

May 18, 2015
Written by: Tamara

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