Smooch-worthy lips the organic way! Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm

Want some lucious lips?

If you've read my post on how to get soft lips, you would know that I have really dry and chapped lips.

Here's another problem, my lips were perpetually in a sickly colour. They were dull and pale and all my friends either thought I was sick or really tired. So I turned to tinted lip balms. I figured they would be able to give me the moisture and nutrients a lip stick wouldn't have as much, and yet deliver the same colour as one.

I decided go organic for my lip balms as the thought of swallowing all those chemicals 24/7 weren't exactly appealing. So I headed to Sephora to try out the Burt's Bees range of lip balm after seeing them all around. I chose their Tinted Lip Balm in Pink Blossom because it wasn't too glossy or shiny or too matt. Just about nice.

Simple and clean packaging does it:

The bullet may seem really red, but the application is light so multiple applications is fine and your lips will be more moisturised.

Here's how it looks like on my lips after three or four applications:

This lip balm has really given me much smoother and healthy looking lips, they're actually of a pinker shade now! It is not expensive and will not cost more than any other lip balm you will find in Sephora, it cost me about 15 dollars if I remember correctly. The only downside would be how easily the colour fades, So I usually have to reapply multiple times in a day especially after meals. Other than that, this is easily my favourite tinted lip balm. Burt's Bees all the way!

What do you think of Burt's Bees? Any other favourite lip balms? Share your experiences with us! 

Love, 

Lois

Pucker Up! How to get soft & smooth lips

I've been plagued with dry, chapped lips for as long as I can remember. On bad days, the skin would crack open and I would bleed. It was nothing short of painful. And that would mean no chili for the day (sad).

For all those of you with similar pains, here are 5 tried and tested ways to ensure you have smooth, healthy lips.

1. Lip Balm
Invest in a good, moisturising lip gloss. Put on lip balm to keep lips nourished, especially if you're experiencing dry weather and in an air conditioned room. Replace lip stick with your favourite tinted lip gloss or lip balm.
At night, when no one is looking, slather on the lip balm and you will wake up with smooth lips ready for the day.


2. Exfoliate
The easiest way is to take a towel and wet a small part of it with warm water. Gently rub it against your lips after a shower. You will instantly get smoother lips, at no cost or trouble at all!


4. Breathe right
Avoid breathing with your mouth. the cold air will make your lips dry. Likewise, in a cold windy climate, cover up with a scarf!


3. Drink Water
This is probably the best tip. Sufficient water keeps you hydrated and yours lips soft, healthy and does wonders for your body. Drink water very frequently in small amounts if large amounts of water puts you off.


5. Eat right
It has been said that a lack of essential vitamins may lead to chapped lips. Eat different kinds of fruits such as oranges, grapefruits which are high in vitamin C. Don't forget your leafy greens too! You can also try eating nuts, such as walnuts which are rich in vitamin E.

Any other ways to keep lips smooth and soft? Share them!

Love,
Missy Lois

A tangled affair- John Masters Condtioner

I have a love-hate relationship with long hair. Sure, it makes me look good. At least better than I ever will in short hair. It’s long, nicely curled and a lovely shade of brown.

Thing is.

It’s tangled. It’s terribly, horrifically tangled. Everytime I run a comb through (even with a wide tooth comb), it never makes it past the halfway mark.

I’ve tried all sorts of conditioners but none gave me long lasting smooth tresses. Until, I found my elixir.

Tah-Dah

John Masters Lavender & Avocado Intensive Conditioner

The first thing that attracted me was the naturalness of the product. All John Master’s products have to meet strict requirements, with ingredients that are 70-100% organic content.

Bonus: No animal testing!

Squeeze out an amount of about the size of half a teaspoon and apply it to wet, clean hair after shampooing. I usually leave it on for as long as I can up to 5 minutes and wash it off.

This is where the magic happens. My hair is tangle free, even after all the ruffling with a towel. After it dries, my hair feels soft, smooth and is shiny.

The natural lavender oil in this product gives it its lovely, relaxing fragrance, and my hair never smelled better after a shower. I was walking around with a hair mustache for a while, sniffing my hair like a glue addict.

The result? I’m set for a long time with this organic conditioner.

Read more about John Masters Organics at their website here!

Have any favourite conditioner? Leave a comment and tell me about it!

Love,
Missy Lois