Review: Sleep In Rollers

I have wanted to try sleep in rollers are a while and I have tried the Primark versions which are around £2 which I didn't like as they didn't stick in my hair. I was kindly sent the original sleep in rollers by Beau Boutique, however my opinions are my own, to read my disclaimer, click here.  

No photos of the effects sadly as I am full of a cold and hay fever - I will update this post when I have shorter hair

I have the *Velcro Sleep In Rollers Set (£10, sale - RRP £16.50) which includes two sets of the sleep in roller so you have 20 rollers in total. Also they came in a cute pink bag which I will definitely re-use. I'm not sure what size these are but they are fairly big - I'm going to get my hair cut into a bob shortly so I might have to buy the ones for shorter hair. 

Now, the first time I tried these rollers, it wasn't a success, if I'm honest - the rollers were fairly quick and easy to put in and they did stay in my dry hair well, especially when compared to the Primark versions. Although it was a bit downhill from there - the rollers were not super comfortable to sleep on, they all moved around my face and I couldn't sleep on my side. I had to take them out my hair at about 2am which was a bit annoying! However, I tried another day when my hair was slightly damp in the morning (I usually sleep with my hair wet) and it was so much easier! I know they are 'sleep in rollers' but sadly I just can't sleep with them in, I am sure most people would be able too but I do have trouble sleeping sometimes. 

If like me you can't sleep with them in then use them in the morning when you are applying your makeup and getting ready - it works well, especially when you spray a small amount of water onto the hair as when the water slowly evaporates it seems to lock in the volume and wave that the rollers provide. Also blasting your hair with a hairdryer while the rollers are in then letting your hair cool completely will also help the volume and wave lock into the hair. Tip: Make sure the hair is brushed well first and sectioning the hair makes the processes quicker, easier and neater. 

Overall, I love the packaging and the cute bag, the rollers are quick and easy to put in and they stay in well. They give good volume and a nice relaxed wave to the hair because the rollers are quite big; they work well when used during the day on dry or very slightly damp hair. However, I personally cannot sleep with them in - I will try again when I have shorter hair (as mine is really quite long again now). I would recommend them at the sale price they are now, ★★★★☆, 4/5. 

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Mini Primark Haul

I went to primark at the weekend (Bury, The Rock) and I bought a few basics and some home ware - I love Primark's autumn/winter clothing and homeware, I need to go back to primark soon for a couple more candles and a tartan scarf!

1. Dark Green Jumper (£7): I saw a stand of jumpers and this shade just stood out to me - I love dark green clothing, especially during this time of the year and this jumper is super soft and cosy - it is fairly thin but still warm and quite high quality! I am definitely going back to get a black one and the dark beige one.

2. Primark Black 60d tights (£3): Primark tights are getting a little bit more expensive, I remember not too long ago when tights were £1.50 and £2 anyway, they are great staples and go with most dresses. The super cosy ones are gorgeous too - they have a fleece/soft lining. 

3. Black Skater Dress (£5): A skater dress for £5! Thank you Primark! I saw a couple of these in spotted prints and some that were plain, I bought the black one as 99% of the time I wear dark clothing and this dress is fantastic. The length is great on me and I am just under 5ft but the dress did have a tiny rip in the shoulder which I am going to sew - check before you buy these dresses. 

4. Grey Christmas Pj Bottoms (£5): There is nothing nicer, especially at this time of year when the leaves are falling off the trees, the dark hours are getting longer and it is getting chilly, than a pair of fleecy, warm, cosy pyjama trousers/bottoms/pants - what ever you want to call them! These are super soft, warm and I love the pattern. 

5. Sleep in rollers (£2): I read a blog post about £1 sleep in roller in the poundshop or poundland and I was going to get them but I saw these in primark so I picked them up. They are kind of dupes for the sleep in rollers that are about £20 - I haven't tried them yet but they look great. 

6. Primark Grey/Black Camis (£2.50): Another great basic from primark - cami's. I bought a dark grey one and also a black one - they are staples in my wardrobe as they are great under sheer tops, for layering or for under dresses. I also love the adjustable straps. 

7. Firewood fig candle (£1.50): I had to buy a primark Christmas/autumn candle - I bought the firewood fig scent and I have been burning it the past couple of days and I love it - the scent is really nice and autumnal and the scent is pretty strong too, usually cheap candles only have really subtle scent but this one is really impressive! 

I also bought a tin candle (£1.50) in the scent 'cinnamon clove' which has a cute glittery snowflake on the candle and it smells amazing! I bought a cute 'keep calm man at work' oven mitt for my dad which was reduced to £1 and I also bought a couple of basic t-shirt bras in white and nude for only....£2.50! 

Just a video to show the items I bought from my recent trip to primark! x

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