6 months Healthy Hair Check in

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hey hey, I hope all is well! Today’s my 6 month healthy hair check in. Technically I’m a little past the 6 months mark lol but I still wanted to share my thoughts on my hair so far.

So, a quick summary, this year is my healthy hair year and I committed to improve the condition of my hair from last year. I had really dry, excessive breakage & shedding 4c hair. I also wanted to wear my hair out more and try new things. I also started my journey to waist length hair. I’ve written all about it here

Before we get to this check in, my last check in was at 3 months, you can read that here. So 8 months in, what’s the condition of my hair? I have to mention I had a texture release back in June. Read my thoughts on that here its now 2 months since my TR.

So honestly, how has it been?

Well, 4 weeks after my TR, I decided to get braids. 1 because I had some trips and wanted freedom from daily styling & maintenance and 2 because I wanted to see if human hair extensions would be safer/gentler on my hair. Whilst I loved how lightweight my hair felt with the human hair, it wasn’t really any gentler on my hairline! my hairline is already fragile and I’m desperately trying to regrow it. I was so saddened by this because I feel like its a huge set back on the progress made using the ordinary peptide serum :(. but now I know for sure my hairline just cant take braids-human or synthetic and its just not worth it anymore now

I had my hair in for exactly 5 weeks 5 days. My moisturing routine whilst I had them in was non existent I wont lie lool so the shedding/breakage that I got when I took them out was ALOT. Again I was saddened by this because I worked so hard to get my shedding/breakage down this year! Just compare these pictures from March to now :(.

its now been more than 2 weeks since I took out the braids and I’ve had a 2nd wash day, my shedding/breakage is back to the my usual amount but it just made me think, any growth I had whilst I had the braids in probably wasn’t retained with that amount of shedding/breakage

So is protective styling , in particular braids, is it really worth it for me?

I have super fine hair and weak temples and they seem to get thinner every time after braids, no matter how careful I am. my braider doesn’t braid them too tight either. I also now keep them in the same hairstyle/position to prevent excessive pulling and tugging. It always takes me a few months for them to recover which is why I don’t leave my braids in too long and cant do them back to back. But if I’m on a growth journey I need to try to retain as much growth as I can so having this much shedding just isn’t on par. Wigs are much safer as I don’t glue them on but I don’t want to depend on them either.

Final thoughts

Guys, I just have to leave braids alone for a long time. My initial idea was that I do them twice a year at least 5 months apart however I dont even think I should do that. My hair simply cant take it. It’s like taking 5 steps forward then 3 back. I’ve bought a few hair pieces- half up & downs & ponytails to help me wear my hair out more and experiment. I just want to be able to enjoy my own hair more.

So 8 months down the line, my hair feels great, the condition is better than last year, shedding/breakage back to my usual amount and the TR has softened my hair. On the other hand, progress on re growing my hairline has taken a few steps back. I really wanted to wear my own hair out more this year and I have tbh so Im very happy with that. I just need to learn more hairstyles lol.

I need to do an official length check and I will be right back with that.

I will be sharing my fav hair products so far- in addition to new techniques, the products I now use have made such a big difference.

Catch you later

Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic Review

 
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Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic Review

Then I Met You just launched at Space NK, so I wanted to share this review of the Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic. If you are looking for something that will give a quick and effective morning cleanse, check this out.

What is Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic?

Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic

This cleansing tonic is one of the newer launches from Then I Met You, which is a skincare brand born in California but deeply inspired by Korean skincare rituals.

Founder Charlotte Cho’s parents were born in South Korea, and after she spent 5 years living there, she began her relationship with K-Beauty. Eventually Then I Met You was born and it has been a huge success.

One of the most spoken about products is the Living Cleansing Balm* which skincare junkies absolutely love. I am ashamed to say that I haven’t yet tried it, but I seriously need to rectify that!

Charlotte wanted to create the new Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic after having spent over 10 years working with cleansing toners for Korean beauty site Soko Glam. This new product was to be the ultimate beauty water and I have to say, she has done a wonderful job.

  • Refreshing multi-tasking cleansing toner
  • Designed to cleanse, micro-emulsify makeup & remove impurities
  • Includes lots of nourishing ingredients to hydrate and protect the skin’s natural moisture
  • Formulated with 86% deep sea water sourced from Gangwon, Korea
  • Also includes a blend of papaya enzymes, licorice root, seaberry and persimmon extract
  • Can be used as a light morning cleanse, or as a second cleanse in the evening
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic

Key Ingredients

  • 86% DEEP SEA WATER – rich in magnesium, potassium and sodium to rehydrate and plump
  • PAPAYA ENZYMES – gently exfoliate and help to dissolve dead skin cells to improve tone and texture and brighten
  • PERSIMMON EXTRACT – antioxidant to defend against free radicals and prevent premature aging and photo damage, work on hyperpigmentation and regulate sebum production
  • LICORICE ROOT EXTRACT – antioxidant skin brightener to even out tone
  • SEABERRY/SEA BUCKTHORN OIL – rich in fatty acids to lock in hydration and maintain the skin barrier.

How to use Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic

There are a few ways you can use this.

  • Light morning cleanse
  • Second cleanse after a oil or balm cleanser
  • As non-acid toner pressed into the skin from your palms to add an extra layer of hydration

My Review

Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic UK
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic UK

I have been using the Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it.

It is such a perfect morning cleanse to very quickly refresh my skin and make it super glowy and plump in a flash. I just pop it on to a reusable cotton pad, sweep over my skin and then let it dry for a few seconds.

It feels really soothing yet it wakes up my face, makes my skin feel so soft and gives a wonderful feeling of plumpness and hydration. Straight away my skin looks more radiant, and I can pop on a serum and moisturiser (or just a moisturiser if I want to keep things really simple) and I am ready to start the day.

I didn’t really expect to love it quite as much as I do, but it just seems to do so much for my skin in one super quick step! It is so smoothing, brightening and hydrating that I don’t even feel in much of a rush to do my next skincare steps.

The Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic is also perfect to use after a balm or oil cleanse, to get rid of residue, give the skin a really lovely second cleanse, and also add in a layer of hydration. It really is so lovely to use!

If you are looking for some recommendations for really good cleansing balms and cleansing oils, make sure you check out Best Cleansers for 2024.

Where to Buy Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic

This cleansing toner has just launched at Space NK and is also available at Cult Beauty. Shop via the links below:

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Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Review

 
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Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Review

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Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Review

This is the first time I have tried the Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment and I have to say the new Crème Brûlée shade is so good. Here’s what you need to know.

What is Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment?

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée
  • Advanced lip treatment
  • Uses skin-strengthening peptides and kokum butter
  • Works to instantly plump lips with hydration
  • Smooths fine lines
  • The active formula is clinically tested to give you softer, bouncier, fuller-looking lips
  • Luxuriously juicy texture
  • Softly sweet scent
  • Available at Cult Beauty*, LOOKFANTASTIC* & Boots*

Key Ingredients

Lip-Specific Peptides – to help makes lips look more defined and fuller

Kokum and Mango Seed Butter – rich in saturated fats to soothe, nourish and condition lips

Cloudberry Oil – rich in antioxidants, vitamins and omega fatty acids for intense moisture

Acai Sterols – rich in antioxidants to help strengthen the skin barrier and boost hydration

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Swatch

Here’s a swatch of the new Crème Brûlée shade for you to check out:

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment - Creme Brulee Swatch
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment – Creme Brulee Swatch

And here it is on the lips:

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment - Creme Brulee Swatch
Creme Brulee
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée review
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée review

I absolutely love a glossy lip balm and I have to say this formula really does tick the boxes. It is thick enough to really stay on the lips, but doesn’t feel heavy or sticky.

It is really easy to apply and gives lips such a beautiful, juicy shine. This new Crème Brûlée is so wearable and flattering. It’s perfect for a soft nude look, and if you want it to look more makeup-y, it pairs beautifully with any nude-toned lip liner.

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment applicator
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment applicator

The applicator is great which make reapplying on the go a cinch. Plus, the colour is sheer enough to be able to do top ups without a mirror.

The formula has a lovely smoothing effect and tackles any dryness of flakiness really quickly! Now I just need to try the other shades!

If you like these nude, kind of coffee tones, you might want to check out the newest tinted balms from Naturium. Read: Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Review & Swatches – New Cafe Collection 2024.

If you like something a little bit more lipstick-like, read: Clarins Lip Oil Balm Review and Swatches.

Where to buy it

The Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment is £17 and available via the following links:

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