I'm all for a bit o' product chit chat - almost agressively in favour, in fact - but today's post is all about the bits and bobs I've been liking for making what ever products I'm using sing... Fingers crossed you might find something you end up loving too!
Leighton Denny's Crystal Nail File
You may have heard a lot about crystal/glass nail files, but if you have yet to try them, I am here to say that I think they're worth your money. At £12.50, this guy may seem expensive at first, but I've quickly become convinced that buying their cheaper, emery board siblings is a completely false economy. These are far more gentle on your nails, and word on the street is that they are designed not to go blunt; I've had mine for about six months now so I can't quite confirm that, but he has certainly held up brilliantly thusfar. These are the only files that can be used to file in both directions, rather than from one edge to the centre like other cheaper options. In short, this fella is great.
Brow Scissors
Before you go mad overplucking your brows, I urge you to consider picking up a pair of brow scissors first. Those of you not ready to spend, find a pair of uncarved, sharp nail scissors to tide you over (but if you are after amazing brows, the real deal is worth it). Flick the long hairs up, trimming carefully, making sure to stroke them back into their natural position as you go, so as to make sure you're not overdoing it. Your brows will thank you.
I can't find the pair I have sold individually (the kit is available here) but the pair above are Tweezerman, who have never let me down yet!
Brow Razor
These were in the same kit I bought above and I love them... I even mentioned them in my November Favourites. As I mentioned back then, they are so great for getting rid of hair fast, especially those too small for tweezers. Honestly, if you're a lazy lady with hyperactive/quick growing brows like yours truly, these are a MUST.
Sainsbury's Double Faced Cotton Wool Pads
My only wish is that these were textured on both sides, as I tend to split these in half like the thrifty mo'fo' that I am. I like the idea behind them though - you can sweep on with the soft, normal side, then sweep any excess product away with the textured face. Plus the convenience of picking these up mid supermarket shop is something not to be sniffed at.
Cotton Buds
DON'T GET ANGRY I'm not going to tell you to put them in your ears (for real, some people are far too emotionally invested in this subject). I'm liking these instead for dotting spot treatments onto offending blemishes; it localises the hit of active ingredients, letting them work on just the problem area, and it is more hygienic than going in with fingers. I just think it is genius.
Body Brush
I've already mentioned this guy in this post, so I will be brief. EXCELLENT on ingrowing hairs and lovely for making your legs feel soft and smooth. Some speak of their circulation benefits; I've not noticed any, but for me the two points I just mentioned are wonderful enough!
That's me done! Now to you - have you tried any of these? And are there any tools you reckon I'd be into? Let me know in the comments!
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