Label.M - Brunette Texturising Volume Spray

Here at The Amazing Blog, we're constantly looking for ways to give our hair that 'done' look with minimal effort. Recently, we got our hands on the Brunette Texturising Volume Spray from Label.M professional hair care, and have finally found the 'get up and go' product that we've always craved.

As the official haircare sponsor of London Fashion Week 2015, we already knew we were on to a great product. After all, if it's good enough for the catwalk, who are we to say no. The brunette-friendly spray was added to the collection after the brand's original Texturising Volume Spray was a roaring success. Launched last year, it became a popular product so quickly that the founders decided to develop a brunette-specific version to give a lift to darker roots.

Utilising the same concept as a dry shampoo, the spray is the perfect way to give brunette barnets a bit of oomph. I simply sprayed through my roots, and after a bit of finger work, I found that I had the perfect tousled style with a dose of extra volume in no time at all. It also has the same hold as a hairspray, so you don’t have to worry about your hair flying everywhere in the unpredictable London wind. A hairspray/dry shampoo hybrid could potentially have devastating effects on the texture of your hair, but I'm pleased to report that my tresses were neither crispy nor powdery after use. It's a great product for giving you hair and mood a necessary boost when you're feeling a bit deflated.

Each spray costs £12.95, so stock up on the backstage favourite here and say a fond farewell bad hair days.

Korres - Party Survival Kit

Here at The Amazing Blog, we love a good night out as much as the next person. Sadly, our skin tends to disagree, and often looks tired after a night on the tiles. Thankfully, Korres understands our dilemma, and they have put together a Party Survival Kit, containing everything you need to pamper your skin after a few too many drinks and not quite enough sleep.

Inside the colourful kit you'll find a range of wonderful Korres products, including their Wild Rose Cream, White Tea Facial Gel Cleanser, Aloe and Dittany Shampoo, Guava Shower Gel and Basil Lemon Body Milk. The party perfect products are designed to delicately cleanse and moisturise your body, skin and hair so you look great despite the toll that an active nightlife may have on your appearance. All of the products in the set are travel-sized but deliver big results, so they’re ideal for mini-breaks as well as party-hopping evenings. 

Favourites in the office include the Facial Gel Cleanser, which helped to clear away all of the grime and impurities that our skin had picked up during the evening. The Basil Lemon Body Milk is also a wonderful way to soothe tired skin and give it a boost of energy after a long night.

Perfectly designed for party people, avid travellers and skincare junkies, get your hands on this set here for £19 and help your skin to survive the night.

Viviere Hair Sprays

Make a wish. For those of you wanting gorgeous, thick hair, your wish has been granted thanks to your fairy godmothers here at The Amazing Blog. In just 30 seconds, your hair worries will disappear after using Viviere Volume Fibre Duo.

The Viviere Volume Fibre Duo creates thicker hair in 30 seconds. With tiny cotton fibres charged with static electricity, the Volume Fibre attaches directly onto your hair, creating four times more hair volume and body. It’s also great for masking hair outgrowth so no matter what the weather may be you can always be confident that your hair will look thick and lush.

To further attach the fibres, apply the Boosting Spray as if you were using regular hairspray. The spray gives your hair greater support and hold.

Before applying the Volume Fibre, wash and dry your hair thoroughly and then work the fibres through your hair with your fingers, making sure to distribute them evenly. Then spray the Boosting Spray when you are done. One container of each will keep your hair looking thick for 2 months and you can choose from a range of 10 different colours.

Whether you want thicker hair or hope to reclaim your lush locks, you can purchase the Viviere Volume Fibre Duo here for £44.97.

101 Naked Confessions of a Gay Hairdresser

Here at The Amazing Blog, we have a plethora of wonderful friends from all walks of the beauty industry. One hairdresser who is particularly close to our heart is Hair Organics’ own Terry Wilson, one of the very few talented top stylists and hair colourists that I trust to tame my tresses to perfection. Of course, when we got wind of his new book, we were absolutely thrilled for him, and couldn’t wait to lift the lid on all the juicy gossip that only someone like Terry can give.

101 Naked Confessions of a Gay Hairdresser is a compendium of hilarious anecdotes, entertaining stories and, of course, a hair tip or two. With an impressive 30 years of industry experience under his belt, Terry has worked with everyone, from suburban housewives, celebrities and models, to Her Majesty The Queen, and as a result, he’s managed to compile a tome full of scandals, gossip and invaluable advice that’s sure to keep you intrigued. Although we were enthralled and read from cover to cover, we love that the book is packed with mini chapters, so you don’t have to read it front to back; you can just flick through for a bit of what you fancy. It’s the recipe for a perfect book in our humble opinion.

We love his selection of hot tips about things that you wouldn’t normally think about such as using an all-natural bristle brush which will give you much more shine, or the fact that we are programmed to ‘scrub’ our scalps, whereas we actually need to treat it with the utmost respect and be extremely gentle and ‘condition’ it! My favourite tip is to dissolve some vitamin C in a jug of water rinsing over the hair in order to neutralise and get that post-swim chorine smell out. As a hairdresser, Terry is particularly empathetic with his customers and is a wise and worldly guru on all things hair. As a person, it is safe to say that he can truly brighten the moment and make you smile no matter how your day has been. Bravo for producing this book and we love you Terry! 101 Naked Confessions of A Gay Hairdresser is available for purchase for £9.97 online here.

L'ANZA - Keratin Healing Oil Cream Gel

Though we at The Amazing Blog enjoy exploring a large collection of different hair products, sometimes, we wish we could find one product that met all of out hair treatment needs. Luckily for us, L’ANZA sent us a sample of their new Keratin Healing Oil Cream Gel, giving us beautiful hair and the chance to get rid of excess hair products.

By combining the same ingredients as the original Keratin Healing Oil Range with new ingredients, L’ANZA has created an improved version of oil. This new product gives your hair extra hydration, strength, and volume thanks to ingredients Keratin Protein and Phyto IV Complex. The Chia Seed Extract provides styling control and heat protection, so say good-bye to frizz! Even though some hair products claim to give your hair strength and volume but evidently make your hair heavier, we were pleasantly surprised that this oil made our hair shiny and lighter than it was before. With hydration, healing powers, and even the ability to hold style—what more could we ask for in a hair product? 

Clear your cosmetic shelves and get your computers ready, this new and improved product is launching in the month of November. Each Keratin Healing Oil 200ml bottle is available for purchase at £32.95 here.