Gadgets and gizmos part 2

EMS Therapy what is it and what has this got to do with a facial?

Actually lots and over the next few years home devices are going to become more readily available, easy to use and more affordable, so yes you will want to know what EMS therapy is and what results it can achieve.

It was Luigi Galvani who first discovered EMS in 1791, by moving a frogs leg using electrical current (sounds like something from a frankenstein film but stay with me)

Over 100's years and as with most cosmetic advances this was first pioneered in the medical field as a form of rehabilitation in the 1960's for athletes, to aide muscle growth/endurance or to help the muscle recover post injury.
By sending electrical pulses into the targeted muscle you can then force the muscle to contract, this has many uses as i previously mentioned.

What has this got to do with my face?

There are 42 muscles in our face, overtime these sadly will loose their firmness, this can then make the skin appear thin and less defined,

The Lovely Farrah at Neo Elegance recommend i try the Face lift pro. not only does it have EMS therapy with 4 intensity settings but they have cleverly combined this with LED therapy, put the two together and you have a very advanced home treatment.

 

I started using the device about 4 weeks ago, 2-3 times a week, using different LED,s and slowly increasing the intensity, and I am really really very impressed!

You can feel the muscles very slightly tigniting But it's actually very pleasant,I love LED therapy, so i switch between blue light when I feel a break out coming or my skin feels oily, purple light when I need a pick me up and a lift, and when I've had a good deep cleanse and detox I opt for yellow which is great for clearing and helps drain away impurities. I use the Bio Swiss vitamin cream which my skins loves.
My skin so far has cleared vastly, I'm less oily, my pores are shrinking and my skin feels firmer and looks like I have just had a facial. And as a busy mummy it's perfect 10 minutes 2-3 times a week A must have for any mummy!

This isn't the only gadget Neo Elegance have developed and I can't wait to get my hands on there newest product but this would be telling................

All that Jazz

I was lucky enough to receive a bee bar lotion sample at Olympia

In this little tin is a solid moisturiser, you can warm it in your hands to soften the block or just apply straight to dry areas ( heels, elbows etc...)

This can be a bit greasy if you apply too much but for those who love a natural product which you can chuck in your handbag it would become a staple essential. 

i have the hawain scent which is a little sickly for my personal liking buy not unbearable by any means.

the bar contains shea butter which on its own it a great moirsuriser, All that Jazz then add golden Joba and sweet almond oil and this bar is transformed into a jam packed moisturisation sensation!

The bar costs £14.99 but i imagine this will last a long time and you won't get any wastage as you don't have to squeeze any from a bottle. 

Bee bar lotion would make a lovely gift and can be added into anyones beauty bag, personally i enjoy applying my creams so this doesn't tick the box for me, but that said i will continue to use the bee bar and who knows i could end up becoming a fan.

So thank you All that jazz for my gift!

this weeks round up friday 25th September

Autum is here its official so whats going on this week!

well i have been talking hair with Stacey Johnson from Updoo on what is this seasons key essentials for hair ups.

"Wedding hair is all about accessories! Hair bands, bespoke hair clips and slides. Brides are edging away from the floral crowns and flowers in the hair now the weather is changing, and instead opting for more statement jewelled hair pieces. Plaits, Plaits and more plaits are still hugely popular! Not just for the brides but for a great party look too. Curls and softly side swept hair ups are still proving to be popular but almost 'messy' relaxed curls or up do's with much more texture seems to be the look at the moment. Almost 'undone' hair."


With this in mind i recommend you to check out some of stacey's work via link below (she's definitely going to be my hair stylist when i next go out!)
http://www.updoo.co.uk/weddings.html

Lipstick is back and with brands heading towards, the deep dark reds this season, with perfect skin thanks to the newly launched foundations ( as i touched on last week) and eye colour shades ranging from nudes to smokey eyes now is the time to update your make up bag. Im going to be bold and step outside my comfort zone and try adding a red lip to my make up bag. but you will have to come back to find out which brand i recommend.

Australian beauty Natalie Imbruglia, is launching her anti ageing skincare brand Iluka Skincare, it will be interesting to see what this range brings to the market as Australian skincare brands are few and far between and often lack the technology and science to really make a foot print in the skincare market. Maybe this is why Natalie decided to create the company?

    And finally i have been addicted to using my Neo face lift pro device with thanks to Neo Elegance, i don't want to get you all too excited yet, but i am having some fantastic results so keep your eye on my blog and also on Neo Elegance they are going to be making quite an impact. 

my much needed manicure

I definatly needed a manicure and i would have had to fight to get through the OPI stand at Olympia so today i finally got round to it.

i couldn't make my mind up as usual, so i went for something not like me

taupe less beach and for a bit of sparkle gaining mole mentum (I love the OPI names)
i have opted for the OPI gel as they last the full 2 weeks they claim and they don't damage your nails (and i don't have to touch my nails for 2 weeks), i did try and i have gone the whole summer without a manicure but i have got to admit i do like having my nails done. there i said it! nothing beats a salon manicure.

This photo doesn't do the colour justice it has a very slight mink tone. but heres the link for those who want to view its true colour!

http://www.opi.com

Thanks to hollie at polished you've done a great job as usual

Id love to know whats your favourite OPI colours send me your pics!