Today we get to the final instalment of the So Many Lovely Things retrospective 2015. What a fantastic year it has been!And to finish it off, see my favourite which products rocked my hair and body in 2015.
Hair
Multitasking
The Schwarzkopf Got2B All Star tends to 10 hair concerns. Although the volumising and texturising properties on this are my favourites, it delivers in all fronts.
With the coconut bonus, the Revlon Uniq One spray also delivers on its promises. Hair is soft, hydrated, easy to brush.Serum/oil
The Schwarzkopf Got2b Oil-licious styling oil is a little delight. Smells great, tames, gives shine and leaves hair feeling fantastic.
The Wella System Professional Luxe Oil is another little gem, with a great smell, leaving hair smooth and silky.
The Garnier Ultimate Blends Honey Treasures Strength Restorer serum is great. De-frizzes, smooths and has the most amazing smell of honey.Shampoo and conditioner
A great duo: Liz Earle Botanical Shine Shampoo and Conditioner. Smell fresh and leaves hair super clean.
I am in love with the whole Garnier Ultimate Blends Honey Treasure range. It smells divine and leaves hair feeling soft and nourished. Plus, it is great value for money.Swell is still part of my routine. It has been since before 2015, but it’s just too good to leave out!
Mask
The Taya Inner Core Hair Strong Anti-breakage mask is great. Feels supple and extra moisturising on the hair and smells delicious.
Dry shampoo
This is undisputed: The Swell Ultimate Volume Dry Shampoo is the king of my tresses. All natural and with a powder spray, it is a must have. Last forever!Styling tools
My styling tool discovery was the Revlon Perfectionist 2 in 1 Dryer. A hot air hair brush that works and delivers great blow dry results at home.
The Babyliss Diamond Waves Curling Wand was also well used this year. With the easy guide to creat lovely curls.Also, a mention to my faithful GHDs, which never, ever let me down way pre 2015 to straighten, curl and wave.
Styling
Been totally in love with Got2b Mind Blowing Express Styling range. All products are great and speedy.Talking about Got2b, their Rise ‘n Shine hairspray is also amazing. Styles without stiffness and smells amazing, like all other Got2b products!
Vitamins
Definitely Hairfinity for me. Made a massive difference to my hair, I am still using it; have it on auto-order.Extensions
Of course, the fabulous Irresistible Me. Just wow. Great quality, fabulous colours, friendly service. Never been so happy and intend to purchase more.
Body
Moisturiser
A tough call between a few favourites…
The Dove DermaSpa range is just fantastic and the DermaSpa Goodness³ Body Lotion and cream are just great!I am a fan of Bath & Body Works; Velvet Sugar is one of my favourites scents. Sweet Pea comes a close second. Rich and yum.
The Yes to Coconut Ultra Light Spray Body Lotion was also a fave this year. I love it is a spray lotion; it feels light and nourishing. And yes, it is coconutty!Oil
This Works Energy Bank Body Makeover oil is fabulous. Great on the skin, an awakening smell and integral part of my gym bag.The Spa Technologies Hydrating Laminaria Oil is one I’ve been using all year and is almost over.
Scrub
I love a good scrub, especially pre-tan. The Fake Bake Dolce Dreams Coconut Macaroon Body Scrub works a treat and smell divine.Tan
Hands down my favourite tan, the HeShi Rapid One Hour Liquid Tan. not only delivers a great tan, but doesn’t smell and works as fast as one hour. Sold!Hands
There is no competition: the Crabtree & Evelyn 60 Second Fix for Hands. The scrub is amazing and their hand moisturiser is just the best. Take note.Deodorant
The Dove Soft Feel is the deodorant of the year on my books. It has all the quality of a Dove deodorante and the fragrance is absolutely stunning. Love.I am going to include the Halo deodorant wipes here. Just too handy!
Body wash
Again, it’s a Dove item. I love their Gentle Exfoliating Nourishing Body Wash. it is very gentle, but effective. Skin is left clean and moisturised after use.Bath Oil
How in love am I with the Aromatherapy Associates for Liberty Clear Mind Bath & Shower Oil?An awful lot. Too much. It is soothing for the body and the mind. A true moment of calm, so needed in everyday life.
Intimate wash
Sass was a great discovery this year. Their Refreshing Mist and Intimate Wash are just amazing. They are very mild; gentle and effective.What worked for you in 2015? What are your favourite hair and body products this year?
Oh, this year I went a bit crazy on the style front. I bought a few dream bags and shoes and also tried a few different things.
Stepping out of the black Louboutin world, I went for nude and won’t look back! The Christian Louboutin Pigalle 100 in nude patent is a wardrobe staple.
I always wanted some exotic leather shoes and when I saw the Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies Mika Python, I just knew it had to be them; I’ve always had a think for snake skin… Although rather out there, they are quite neutral in a muted gold. Love.
Flats are a bit of a downer for me, usually more a necessity rather than taste, but these super quirky Office Retreat boy-ish brogues are just too cool for school in silver leather, cow’s hair and pointy toes.
After much deliberation, I decided to invest in a Chanel handbag. I went for the classic shape, in a smaller size, with some seasonal quirks. Could not be happier with my choice!
The first time I saw a Lulu Guinness Lips clutch I knew I had to have it. And I chose the black one, which is the perfect clutch.
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The House of CB cut out pencil dress, ideal for clubbing or sophisticated night out. Sexy, but not slutty. At least for me.
For a red carpet vibe, the House of CB plunge evening dress. Plunging neckline, thigh high slit, tons of glamour. O be worn carefully. I was skilfully taped and nipple daisy-ed on this one.
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Of course, my Sunday London Fashion Week outfit. Comfy and quirky, it had it all.
Another tough choice… I love this pinafore dress and bunny shirt, just too cute, and still dressy. Worn with courts in the office.
This Matalan suit is great too. A suit, but not too serious and stiff.
In 2015 I fell in love with skincare even more. I really drilled onto the nurturing aspect of dealing with my difficult and acneic skin, and the results, overall, are amazing.
Dr Jackson Facial Oil
Caudalie Polyphenol C15 Broad Spectrum anti-wrinkle protect cream:
This works light time skin plumper
Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus
Liz Earle Superskin Face Serum
Bee Good Hydrate, Smooth and Prime Serum:
Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Booster
Nivea lip butter
Dermalogica intensive eye repair
S5 renew eye cream
S5 Clarity Cleanser:
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask: a pink clay mask that purifies and tightens without drying. In fact, all Caudalie masks are ace, I also use the Glycolic Peel and the Moisturizing mask which are fab.
I love a good toner, and the Pixi Glow Tonic is just that. Slightly exfoliating, it delivers radiance within days of use. And has a great price.
I wasn’t sure how to call the 
Can’t live without a face mist, and in the winter even more so. The 
2015. What a fabulous year for the blog. I never expected all the amazing things that happened, brands, products and, above all, people I met.
Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Love bite lipstick: usually a finish I don’t go for, a kind of lustre, but oh, boy, this is pretty. An orange red, with a fab sheen, but not too much, and great durability.
And a special mention to my favourite budget highlighter: 
It has a very fresh smell and feels great on the skin – not sticky or heavy.
Bee Good is one of those companies you can’t help but fall in love with; they use British honey and botanicals, have an eco conscience, are free from synthetic colours, mineral oil, silicone, SLS and SLES or parabens, don’t test on animals and look after their bees, support the countryside and bee keeping initiatives. They are good ones; overall a lovely company brimming with amazing products.
I run away from eyeshadow pencils at the best of times; in fact, I believe there is only another brand that will work for me.
This pencil glides amazingly and blends beautifully. I usually draw the crease, from the Middle of the eyes and use a fluffy brush to smoke it.
Why? In Brazil we have this tradition of wearing white, which symbolises peace, to welcome the new year.
The Revlon Perfectionist 2 in 1 hairdryer is, putting it bluntly, a hot air hair paddle brush. It has three settings including a cold one.
My hair was lifted from the root and had great volume, I was very impressed. It also had more shine to it.
My hair is fine and kinks a lot at night so always needs some smoothing in the morning. I just needed a normal brush and go.
Waitrose is one of my favourite supermarkets. What I didn’t know was how extensive their beauty range is – from the sheer amount and quality of the brands. Some I knew well, others I discovered on the night.
The fantastic Waitrose Heritage Collection has just launched with new fragrances and has hand washes, hand and body lotions, hand creams, body washes, bath washes and body butters.
Among the brands I discovered, Gisela Graham – my Christmas tree is laden with her decorations, but I had no idea she did beauty. Pretty as expected.
BRYT skincare has cleanser, serums and moisturisers. Plus, their lovely colourful packaging so caught my eye straight away.
Humble also impressed me with their honey based range with strong frankincense notes.
Oh how a love a good highlighter. I use it every day; subtle for work and amped up for going out. Regardless of its intensity, it is always present.
The colour is great, it is a warm golden beige, with just the right amount of shimmer, a bit different from anything I tried before, which are usually peachy, pinky or white-ish/yellow gold highlighters.
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