Back to the beauty side of things this week. I wanted to share with you all my hair care routine. If you want to try new cruelty free hair care or your hair is similar to mine then I am sure this routine would be helpful!

Like skin care, everyone's hair is different. I have normal, collar bone length hair that is naturally wavy/curly. First things first, I don't use any heat on my hair unless I have a party or event. Even then I might not use it. I'd much prefer to sleep in braids than to straighten my hair. Also, I only wash my hair twice a week. Sundays and Wednesdays so those are the two days I am going by in my post.

SUNDAY
I have dedicated Sundays to be my pamper day/night. I try to do a hair mask (hello hair*) every two weeks alternating with my Evo Happy Campers leave-in moisturiser*. Hello Hair claim their masks only last a few uses however, with my hair length I have been able to use it for about 10 or so uses. You definitely get your moneys worth in a practical packaging. On the alternating Sundays when I don't use a mask I put in little of the leave-in moisturiser. Roughly a 5 cent piece (even less) otherwise I find it leaves my hair too shiny too soon and I have to wash it sooner than Wednesday.

To actually wash my hair I use the Fudge violet shampoo, even though my hair isn't blonde this works on brunettes to cancel out any brassy tones. So if you're a brunette and struggle with an orange tinge to your hair due to dying it then I recommend this!! Followed by the Organic Care shampoo and conditioner. I only double shampoo my hair when I've done the hair mask.

After my shower is when I'd put in the leave-in moisturiser mentioned above. I then let my hair air dry until it is 70-80% dry and then I braid it.

WEDNESDAY
I don't do anything fancy on Wednesdays. I shampoo and condition with Organic Care, not fudge! I find it leaves my roots (naturally have ashy hair) too grey looking. After showering I don't add any hydration in my hair as the conditioner is plenty for me. Instead I add Evo Liquid Rollers curl balm* which enhances natural curls or waves. Every time I use this I notice my hair is that extra bit curly rather than wavy and it actually defines the curls a lot better.

I again let my hair air dry as I avoid heat as much as possible. I'd just like to add that if you have chemically dyed your hair or apply heat tools to it regularly, then completely take a break. Focus on hair masks, leaving your hair to naturally dry and style and in a few months time it will go back to being in a much better condition. For me a simple hair care routine like this works best. I have to admit some weeks I don't even add the extras because I want to let my hair be but it really depends on how my hair is feeling at what products I think it needs. I feel like a minimal approach is best and there is no need for 100's of chemical products being applied directly to our scalps multiple times a week.

Share your favourite hair care products below and your hair type so if someone reading this has different concerns they also get some guidance! 😊

Disclaimer - Products marked with an * were gifted to me by the company. I only use products that I would purchase myself and have tested each of them for 4+ months before deciding they play an important role in my hair care routine. For more information click here - disclaimer

I'm not the type of person that sticks to one foundation routine for prolonged periods of time as I have never found products to work 100% for me every time. I have finally hit the jackpot and am really excited to share it with you all! I have dry, acne prone skin that tends to crease a lot, especially in my smile lines. Foundations would either combat one issue but accentuate another. This routine involves four crucial products that prevents every single one of my issues, that being said let's get straight into it.

The first and most important product I use is the Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask ($39).

Don't be fooled by the words "overnight" because I completely ignore that and apply this mask two-to-three hours prior to wearing makeup. As I mentioned above I have dry/dehydrated skin so oil or a moisturiser usually is not enough. This mask claims to leave your skin nourished, hydrated and plump and that is exactly what it does. So many people say that skincare is the most important part to get right to result in an easier makeup application and it is so true. If you suffer from dry patches I highly recommend you try any hydrating mask prior to makeup application.

Once I have let the mask sink in I then rinse off any excess with cold water and pat dry. The reason as to why I use cold water is to tighten my pores. Think of getting a facial or giving yourself one, warm water/steam helps to open up your pores to allow your skin to properly absorb the products that will be applied so the opposite is done when applying makeup.

Foundation coverage wearing off was another issue I faced but ever since Nikkietutorials introduced Nivea Mens Post Shave Balm ($8.60) into every beauty lovers life my foundation does not budge.

I am sure you have seen endless reviews and praise on this product so I won't go too much into it however this product contains glycerine which prolongs the wear of your makeup. This "primer" provides a tacky base for your foundation to really grasp onto.

Now for the stars of the show. The actual foundation I use. I enjoy using a foundation which acts both as a foundation and concealer. I have a lot of redness to cover so I opt for full coverage. The most full coverage foundation I own is the L'Oreal Infallible 24H-matte ($20.95). When I wear this alone it gives me a powdery and somewhat cakey finish so I pair it with my Becca Backlight Priming Filter ($50) to give it more of a dewy finish.

By following these steps and incorporating all these products I am able to get a long-lasting, dewy, full-coverage foundation. I have worn this foundation routine out to parties and there is no flash back, which is a major bonus if you're going to be taking photos! Personally I do not powder as this lasts 8+ hours on my skin on its own and I do not need it.

After applying my blush, bronzer etc I use my Australis Makeup Finishing Sprtiz ($15.95) to settle the powders and maintain a dewy finish.

I know how difficult it is to work with dry patches, redness and creasing that ages you 5 years but there are always ways to work with it. Hopefully this flawless foundation routine was helpful and if you have dry skin too try this technique out!


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Alternative Products: A drugstore alternative for the Becca Backlight Priming Filter for those of you whom may not want to purchase it, the Australis Mineral Face Highlighter gives the same effect at a much lower cost. I compare the two in a review here
As for a hydrating face mask, the one mentioned is the only one I have tried so far so I do not have exact alternatives. In saying this, you could check iHerb as they sell a lot of face masks at affordable prices and have good shipping rates or Chemist Warehouse.


Disclaimer: I do not complete this routine every single time I wear makeup only when I desire a flawless base. Also, everyone's skin is personal to them and this may or may not work for your skin type. All opinions are my own and based off my own experience and preferences.