Radox Shower Gel and Shampoo Review

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Dragons and Fairy Dust

Did you know that Radox shower gel and shampoo now have a range that is aimed specifically at men. I have to admit I didn’t. My husband and son quite happily steal my Radox shower gel to use for themselves.

My son loves the Active shower gel which is made with a blend of natural sea salts and lemon grass to help rejuvenate your body after working out. He likes the scent and says it makes him feel refreshed. I have to admit I love using this one after doing some zumba or having been for a run. The scent helps to recharge my batteries and my muscles feel less sore after using it.

My husband prefers the Refresh shower gel with a mix of eucalyptus and citrus oils. He says the scent makes him feel more alert. I find both of them leave my skin soft after use, something men would never notice. They also lather up well which gives you a good clean and makes it easy to use on your hair.

With Fathers Day coming up shortly I am wondering if the Radox 2 in 1 Shower Gel and Shampoo Men Range is something my son can get for my husband. At RRP £2.00 they are in his price range. They sound lovely as well, there are three invigorating shower gels and two deep clean shower gels. The invigorating shower gels are designed to wake you up in the morning or after a long day at work and come in orange and tea tree, mint and tea tree and lemon and tea tree varieties. The deep clean ones are designed to make you feel really clean and come in water mint with sea minerals and lime and ginger. They sound great to me.

You can find more information on the Radox range on their website. http://www.radox.co.uk/

Disclosure: I was sent some Radox Shower Gel to try but was not told what to write and my opinions are my own.

Dove Men Care Review

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Dragons and Fairy Dust

Did you realise Father’s Day is coming up? This year it is on Sunday 16th June. Now is the time to look for a treat for your day, or even something for your children to buy for their dad. How about the Dove Men+Care range?

We were recently some of the range to try out. My son was very interested in the package and soon a lot of the contents had disappeared into his room. His excuse was that he was trying them out to see if his Dad would like them. He kindly left his dad the Shave Gel and Post Shave Balm to try out, only because he is not quite old enough to use them. My husband tends to be suspicious of face wash and moisturiser products, but my son is loving experimenting with them.

The Dove Men Care Range is a range specifically developed for men’s skin.

Dove Men Care Shave Gel Sensitive RRP £3.49
The Dove Men Care Share Gel Sensitive is easy enough to squirt out of the tube. There is a press button lid so you can just get as much as you need. When squirted out the gel has a blueish tint but it soon lathers up to create masses of foam. There is a very slight smell which has a hint of spice, but it is hardly noticeable. My husband remarked that it gave him a close shave while leaving his skin feeling soft.

Dove Men Care Post Shave Balm Hydrate RRP £5.49
The Post Shave Balm is applied after shaving to sooth and provide relief and protection for your skin. When poured out of the container it is a white lotion. My husband said it sunk into his skin and left it feeling cooled. He felt it was a little bit greasy when first applied but this soon disappeared. On application it did not sting at all. The scent was nice, again a hint of spice without being overpowering.

Dove Men Care Face Wash Sensitive RRP £4.29

My son is currently trying out lots of different face washes. He is nearly a teenager and is starting to get spots. I told him that face wash products would help and he has been addicted ever since. This is for sensitive skin so I am happy for him to use it. He said it left his face feeling nice and clean without the skin feeling tight. He also said it his skin did not feel dry after use. Since he has been using it his skin has been much clearer so he is very happy.

Dove Men Care Moisturiser Revitalise RRP £8.99

Both my husband and son were a bit suspicious of the moisturiser until I explained that it protected the skin with a built in SPF of 15. I also explained it would keep the skin soft and hydrated all day. My husband was still not convinced but my son was happy to try it. He was pleased with the results, his skin felt much softer. I am happy that he is getting some protection from the sun as he does not always remember his sun cream.

Dove Men Care Invisible Dry Deodorant RRP £3.50

The Dove Men Care Invisible Dry Deodorant spray will give 48 hour protection as well as including moisture technology so it is kind to the skin. It also contains protection against white marks on clothes which is great. Both my husband and son liked this product, they said it made them feel fresh and it lasted a long time. I liked the fact that the scent was not too over-powering.

My husband and son were very happy with these products and are looking forward to trying some of the other ones in the range. You can find more information about the range at http://www.dove.co.uk/en/Products/MenCare/default.aspx

Disclosure: I was sent some products for my husband and son to try in return for an honest review.

The New Impulse Collection

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Dragons and Fairy Dust

There is something about wearing scent that lifts your mood. I love spraying on perfume in the morning and have a number to choose from depending what mood I am in. Scent can raised my confidence and make me feel better about the day ahead. Impulse is a brand I have always been familiar with, their adverts with the slogan “Men can’t help acting on Impulse” always stuck in my head. Impulse is a body mist that is easy to carry around in the handbag to use when needed.

Recently I learnt that Impulse have developed their new Impulse collection of scents. Impulse worked with world-renowned fragrance experts, including Dior and Calvin Klein to produce the new range of eleven fragrances. I was delighted to be asked to try these out.

I was sent five scents from the range of eleven, True Love, Tease, Very Pink, Romantic Spark and Secret Smile which is a limited Edition. Also available are Sweet Smile, Temptation, Loving Words, Hint of Musk and Glamour.

I love the design of the cannister, they look smart and eye catching whilst being feminine. They are the right size to fit in my handbag and they have an easy to use swivel open top. The top presses down to release a fine spray.

I tried out the scents on different days for variety. I loved the Secret Smile limited edition scent which is a mix of raspberry and gardenia. It is perfect for a sunny spring day with its light floral notes and hint of fruitiness underneath. It is a limited edition which is just coming into stores in May so get it while it is available.

Tease was a much more down to earth fragrance with a mix of red fruits and wood. It is an appealing smell that is not too heavy. True Love is a lovely floral scent with notes of freesia and tangerine which really lifted my mood. This is perfect for a Spring day. Very Pink is a mix of pink grapefruit with a base of vanilla, an exotic scent that will take you into the night time. Finally Romantic Spark is a mix of wild violets with woody notes of white sandalwood which was really fresh.

I loved all these scents and will wear them on different days depending how I feel. As they are RRP £1.99 you can have a variety without feeling that you are spending too much. Impulse is found in most supermarkets.

Disclosure: I was sent some Impulse fragrances to try out in order to do an honest review.

Radox Muscle Therapy Review

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Dragons and Fairy Dust

I recently have been getting back into running. Last year I was doing quite well, going for a run every morning and gradually building up my distance. I then had a series of set backs, first was the weather. It is not pleasant running in the pitch dark along paths filled with mud. Then my asthma suddenly got worse and I found I could not breath. Finally I managed to fracture a rib by slipping downstairs and catching my side on the cupboards at the bottom. I am now back to my normal self and the warm weather and light mornings has made me get out running again. It is going to take me a while to build up my fitness level to what it was previously but I am enjoying it and the dog is as well.
The problem with running is that you end up with aching muscles. Radox have a solution to this and recently sent me some of their Radox Muscle Therapy to try.

This is a bubble bath that contains a blend of ginseng and black pepper which helps to warm your muscles and sooth away aches and pains. It smells lovely as well and you get a big mound of bubbles to sink into.

I have to admit that after my bath I felt a lot more relaxed and less stiff. My skin also felt soft as well which was an added bonus. Radox Muscle Therapy was a perfect way to relax.

I don’t think I will be running any marathons this year but you never know, one of these days I might do the Great North Run. You can find more information about Radox products on their website http://www.be-selfish.co.uk or visit them on Facebook

Disclosure: I was sent some Radox Muscle Therapy in order to do an honest review. I was not told what to write and my opinions are my own.

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Range Review

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Dragons and Fairy Dust

With Easter on the way my mind turns to chocolate. I haven’t been sent any chocolate to try but Vaseline were nice enough to send me their Vaseline Cocoa Butter Range to review. It is probably just as well as these chocolate treats are calorie free so I don’t need to worry about my weight. With this cold weather we have been having my skin has really been suffering as well. The Vaseline Cocoa Butter collection is meant to trap moisture in your skin keeping it healthy with a natural glow.

There are four products in the range, Vaseline Cocoa Butter Body Butter, Vaseline Cocoa Butter Gel Body Oil, Vaseline Cocoa Butter Lip Therapy and Vaseline Cocoa Butter Body Lotion.

Before I discuss each of the products in more depth, I have to mention the smell of the products. Each of them has an incredible smell of chocolate which is absolutely gorgeous. Using these products will make you hungry and my dog was convinced I had chocolate hidden somewhere on my person after I used them. You can definitely tell they contain cocoa butter

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Gel Body Oil (RRP £5.10)

This is quite an oily gel and it is best used after having a bath. You do not need to use much to get a moisturised effect, if you use too much it can feel a bit sticky. Having said that it made my skin feel really soft and give it a lovely sheen that lasted over night and well into the next day. If you have really dry skin this would be perfect for giving it a moisture boost or ideal for getting your skin into shape for the summer.

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Body Lotion ( RRP £3.36)

This is a light lotion which is great for everyday use. As well as the cocoa butter which will help even the skin tone it contains Vitamin E. I found this sunk easily into the skin and was absorbed quickly making my skin feel really soft. The effect lasted for ages as well. My skin is definitely looking much better since using this.

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Body Butter (RRP £5.10)

The Vaseline body butter contains cocoa butter and shea butters to condition and moisturise the skin. The body butter feels really rich and it sinks gently into the skin leaving it feeling really soft and well moisturised. The body butter has a decadent feel about it and left my skin with a healthy looking glow.

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Lip Therapy (RRP £1.93)

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Vaseline lip therapy is just what I needed to keep my lips feeling soft in this weather where the wind is cold and biting. It smooths on easily and leaves my lips feeling soft and protected. The tin is an ideal size to slip into your handbag to use whenever you need it.

I really liked the Vaseline Cocoa Butter collection and would definitely use it again. You can find the range in all leading supermarkets and chemists including Superdrug and Boots