Feeling Fresh

So I recently talked about feeling cosy, so staying on the subject of feelings I thought I would write a little blog post on feeling fresh and some products that say they can help you keep this feeling all day long

So what do I have here then, an array of colourful, stylish and fresh feeling products starting with: 

femfresh: This does not need to be a word you are scared of telling people you use, femfresh’s current campaign makes a hell of a lot of sense - we use so many different products on the different parts of our body, so why should down there be any different?!?

The new look, is bright, bold and looks pretty fab amongst my other shower products, the Daily Intimate Wash which is no.1 in the UK for intimate skin care is specifically designed for intimate, delicate and sensitive skin with a hint of aloe vera. This is because it’s pH balanced match your sensitive skin’s pH level which is different to the rest of your body, 4-4.5 to be exact. 

You can use this product everyday as part of your ‘clean routine’ and for on the go the Everyday Care Freshening & Soothing cloths, infused with calendula and mallow extracts are perfect for your travels like Bestival – (anyone going?!). 

Dove: For the rest of your body, there is no fresher feeling than Dove. I have currently been using the new Gentle Exfoliating Nourishing Body Wash - I actually think its run out! With small exfoliating beads it breathes new life into your skin making it ‘oh so’ smooth to touch.

Liz Earle: As we move on to keeping your hair clean, about four months ago I was introduced to the new hair care range from Liz Earle and I am hooked. Not only does my hair feel fresh but smooth to touch with melon oil being the hero ingredient here. 

Laura Mercier: After feeling clean from head to toe, to smell utterly divine Laura Mercier is my one and only. The body soufflé inTarte Au Citron doesn't get much better. I truly believe with this moisturiser you don't need perfume as you already smell delicious.

Thank you to femfresh for sponsoring this post

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5 Scents Of Summer

I don't know about you but I am not a 'one perfume' kinda girl, I have an array of different scents and they change with the season so I thought it would be nice to do a round up of my top summer scents that all smell divine.

1. Jo Malone, Peony & Blush Suede Cologne

First up is a brand that every girl should have proudly displayed on their mantel, Jo Malone and Peony & Blush is the perfect summer scent. This fragrance is delicate yet flirty and who in their right mind would not want to smell like peonies with a touch of red apple, jasmine, rose and gillyflower. This fragrance does tug at the purse strings a bit but I think its a worthwhile purchase.
£42, 30ml 

2. Crabtree & Evelyn, Parisian Millefleurs Flower Water

Next up is from a classic English brand, Crabtree & Evelyn with an opulent looking bottle, again looking a vision and great for makeup table Instagram photos. This fragrance plays homage to the 18th century taking inspiration from France with strong and vibrant scents of wild flowers contrasting against one another with narcissus, rose, tuberose, violet, french juniper, cypress, bensoin and French Elemi entwining together. This is definitely a night out fragrance, think Ibiza.
£45, 100ml

3. Avon, Cherish - ON SALE

Avon, Cherish is a cheap and cheerful scent next that wont need a credit card. The notes are filled with jasmine sambae and creamy sandalwood creating a sweet fragrance perfect for a work day as it's small enough to keep in your handbag and lasts most of the day!
50ml, £14 on sale for £8

4. Liz Earle, Botanical Essence No. 100

I am loving Liz Earle at the moment, you may have seen my recent haircare post and the fresh, floral fragrance of Botanical Essence No.100 is no different. The essence of the fragrance is to capture the joy of a British flower shop. With notes of damask rose, orange flower and Indian jasmine are gently entwined by the subtle sensuality of cypress, sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla, finished with the light, transcendent clarity of mandarin and bergamot it certainly does the job! This fragrance was originally a limited edition in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Chelsea Flower Show due to it being a hit it is here to stay and we can not be happier. 
£49, 50ml

5. Ghost, Eclipse

Ghost's new summer fragrance is a fruity explosion of notes with sweet bergamot, lemon, mandarin, apple and peach that create smells of a perfect summers day. In contrast, freesia, Lotus Flower, amber, musk and rose ensure add a flirty and sensual character and with the addition of a scented body shimmer that comes with the product, Ghost Eclipse is a perfect date night fragrance.

The confetti from this shoot can be purchased by the bag on my Depop page.

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Liz Earle Botanical Shine Haircare range : Melon oil is the key

The other week, I was lucky enough to attend a Liz Earle blogger event, re-launching the Liz Earle Botanical Shine Haircare range which was temporarily removed from the collection due to the key ingredient 'Yangu Oil' no longer available. Instead of just quickly replacing it, the team decided to take the product off the market to ensure it provided the same/even better result. 

With the help of James Wong, Ethnobotanist the Kalahari Melon Oil was discovered, and without realising improving  improving the quality of the Botanical Shine Haircare range.

Just like the skincare range, there is one shampoo for all hair types (200ml) like the skin cleanser suitable for dry to oily hair and....everything in between. The Shea butter alongside vitamin E and botanical oils makes it smell divine. 

For the next step you have three Botanical Shine Conditioners to choose from fine & oily, dry & damaged and normal so you can match to your hair type. I went for the dry and damaged as my hair can get quite dry unfortunately. 

Then the Botanical Shine Nourishing hair oil is not only great to keep your hair smelling luscious but also reduces blow drying time by a third - tried and tested. The oil is a little more expensive but it lasts a lot longer than the shampoo and conditioners even at 50ml. 

Ok so after the event I did not use the products straight away as I was using up some old ones but my friend who attended the event said she was amazed by how it had made her hair feel so I just had to find out for myself. The verdict: After using all three for a few weeks, I can't actually explain to you how different my hair feels and I am not one who usually uses hair oil but I have been totally converted especially as it smells so good. My hair looks and feels silky and smooth, I didn't notice too much added volume by my hair is quite voluminous anyway. The range it a little pricey but I am sure if you tried this range you won't be going back! 

The range starts from £10 and can be purchased from Boots.

                                   

                                                                    

                        

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Christmas Gift Guide: Beauty

1. Crabtree & Evelyn  Fruits and Botanicals Hand Therapy Set

£12

You can't have enough hand creams with a mix of Pomegrante, Argan & grapeseed. Tarocco orange eucalyptus & sage. Avocado olive & basil. 

2. Eve Snow Matte Kohl Collection
£36, www.evesnow.com
A sultry collection inspired by kohl metallic eyelinesses, so your nails are as sticking as your eyes."! Featuring: Nirvana (Blue), Flaming Flamingo (Pink) and Ice Cold (Silver)

3. Crabtree & Evelyn Hollyberry Fragranced Candle

£9

Although a small candle it packs a powerful Christmassy scent, filling the room with Christmas cheer. 

  

4. Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

From £9.25, Liz Earle

This is one of my favourite cleansers at the moment and using a hot cloth just makes you feel completely refreshed.

5. RMK Eyebrow Gel

£20, Selfridges 

This super gel finishes off your eyebrows for the perfect look. This beauty adds a more proffessional look to your brows. 

6. Braun Face Cleansing Brush & Mini Epilator

£69.99, Boots

This new 2 in 1 facial device delivers pore-deep cleansing and high-precision facial epilation for pure, radiant beauty, whether you want to go make-up-free or create the perfect canvas to try the latest trends. It’s the perfect tool to help you achieve luminous, smoother and brighter skin –all at the flick of a switch.

 The next set of gifts do not feature in the first banner

Alassala Moroccan organic Argan Oil gift set

£31.99, Alassala Natural Beauty

Get this organic gift set full of this years no 1 ingredient Moroccan Argan Oil the person who your will gift this too will have luxurious hair and baby soft face and body! 
The kit contains:

- Aragan Oil for Hair

- Aragan Oil for Face & Body

Luck for Her
£15, Avon

Treat someone to the elegant Eau De Parfum, Avon Luck For Her. Everyone deserves a pamper this Christmas and Avons planet spa collection is the perfect selection how about this blissfully nourishing hand & foot treatment to help someone relax!

TopShop Smokey Eye Kit
£22, Topshop
Everything you need to create the perfect smokey eye. With 3D Curve Mascara, Kohl in Coal and eyehsadow pallete in Golden Aura.


TopShop Mini Lip Bullet Pyramid
£5, Topshop
This rich pigment mini lipstick is the perfect pressie for lipstick lovers and its self sharpening in 'Get me Bodied - wine' and you can hang it up on our tree.

 



 

St Kitts Herbery - Mist Gift Bag

£40, St Kitts Herbery

This luxurious gif bag contains product with a light fragrance with notes of lemon and eucalyptus balanced by delicate neroli and deep notes of rose and amber. 

The gift bag includes:

• 200ml bottle Hand and Body Wash
• 200ml bottle Lotion
• 60g jar Hand cream
• 10ml Handbag size roll on perfume

Bed Head (TIGI) Blonde Therapy

£19.95, Feel Unique

With dumb blonde shampoo and conditioner  perfect for your blonde companion to make there hair beautiful again

YSL, Black Opium

£61.50ml, Boots

This sophisticated scent is perfect for the winter season and is one of my new favourite smells a perfect gift this Christmas. 

LED Leto Mirror

£99, Pebble Grey

The LED Leto mirror, makes a great Christmas present. It's battery operated it doesn't require any wiring and is super easy to install. As a bonus it can be mounted in both portrait and landscape.  Just remember to wrap up batteries with it - there's nothing more disappointing than not being able to play with your Christmas presents! 

NYK1 Gel Kit
From £64.95, NYK1 - www.nyk1.com

NYK1 provides gel kits provide you with absolutely EVERYTHING and more that you could possibly need to complete your Stunning, 14 day+ long-lasting Nailac Manicure & Pedicures.  NYK1 have created these great 'set' kits for easy purchase Christmas presents - so you know you're giving everything needed to create beautiful nails on Christmas day.   

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