Trilogy Gift Guide For Christmas

One of the very first facial oils that I tried came from Trilogy and it is the much loved Rosehip Oil, it transformed my view on using an oil on my skin which is combination/oily.  This Christmas, Trilogy want to help you to minimise the stress of the festive season with these gifts which not only cover all budgets but are also a fun and vibrant range of gifting options featuring bespoke artwork by Melbourne based contemporary artist Letitia Green. 

Each option is described as "artfully blending a synergy of Trilogy’s NATRUE certified beauties packaged in bespoke recyclable packaging with gift card for hassle-free gift-giving, designed to surprise and delight a wide variety of lucky receivers and cover a wide variety of gifting opportunities during the holiday season.

Trilogy Skin Treats Set (£14.50 here) would look incredible on any beauty bloggers Christmas Tree or as a gift at the dinner table.  

It combines three incredible products which include a luxurious cream cleanser, a rejuvenating toner and a deeply replenishing cream.

• Cream Cleanser (30ml) - Described as being a comforting cleanser that works to lift away makeup and impurities whilst nourishing and smoothing the skin. It is enriched with a blend of Evening Primrose, Carrot and Certified Organic Rosehip Oil and together these ingredients come together to be a gentle, non-drying cleanser, sweeping away the day's grime without stripping moisture. 
• Hydrating Mist Toner (20ml) -  I really am loving this mist toner and it is described as being a replenishing and rejuvenating non-greasy formula that infuses thirsty skin with long-lasting moisture and hydration. Harnessing the powers of Rose, Lavender and Geranium, the refreshing mist can be used after cleansing, or at any time to revitalise the skin and senses throughout the day. 
• Vital Moisturising Cream (20ml) - This cream is fortified with the brand's Rosapene™ complex (a blend of essential fatty acid-rich Rosehip and Cranberry Seed Oils combined with antioxidants from Tomato Seed and Acai Berry Oils), the non-greasy cream nourishes and repairs skin, whilst defending against environmental aggressors. Marula and Orange Flower help to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a youthful-looking complexion with restored radiance.

What I like about this cracker is that it gives you quite the insight into what Trilogy is about with some really lovely products, all of which are deluxe in size to give you a chance to really try them.

If you have never tried the Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil (£19.50 here), then this is an oil worthy of trying because it is just divine. 

Described as being an oil which delivers all-over nourishment to promote a healthy-looking appearance, it contains a minimum of 80% essential fatty acids and it works to improve skin hydration, elasticity and repair, whilst at the same time helping to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Before I tried this oil, I imagined any oil I used to be thick, greasy and feel not only horrendous on my skin but to also exacerbate the already existing issue that is that mid-afternoon shine of having combination/oily skin - I was wrong. This oil is non-greasy, ultra lightweight formula is sourced from the mountainous regions of Chile and South Africa and is suitable for use on the face and body.

The final package within this gift collection is Trilogy’s Rosehip Glow Up Deluxe Celebration Set (£36 here). The description: "Whether you are heading off for a weekend away or a long-haul flight, Trilogy Rosehip Glow Up Deluxe Celebration Set is the perfect travel-friendly sized collection of Trilogy skincare favourites" gives an insight as to what you will find inside.

This Set which comes packaged inside a festive box contains three deluxe sized products which include:

• Rosehip Oil Antioxidant+ (30ml) - Described as using Synergising ultra-nourishing essential fatty acids and powerful antioxidants, this deeply moisturising Rosehip Oil improves skin tone and revives radiance for a youthful complexion. Hydrating and restoring, its innovative formula works to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, whilst leaving skin soft and smooth with a healthy glow. Certified organic and 100% natural.
• Cream Cleanser (30ml) - As above, this cream cleanser is described as being a comforting cleanser that works to lift away makeup and impurities whilst nourishing and smoothing the skin. It is enriched with a blend of Evening Primrose, Carrot and Certified Organic Rosehip Oil and together these ingredients come together to be a gentle, non-drying cleanser, sweeping away the day's grime without stripping moisture. 
• Rosapene™ Night Cream (25ml) - Boasting a rich and luxurious formula, the hydrating cream works with the skin's own natural regeneration process to promote a smoother, firmer and younger-looking appearance. Fortified with the brand's unique Rosapene™ Red Berry Seed Oil blend for antioxidant protection, whilst Goji and Manuka Honey nourish skin with vitamins and minerals. Suitable for all skin types, it will leave you with a touchably soft and radiant complexion.

For me, this is a gift set at an incredible value for money.  If you have never tried anything from Trilogy before, then this would be a great introduction.  If you are already a fan of Trilogy, then this set gives you a chance to grab some favourites.

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Crabtree & Evelyn Pinkie Power - Hand Cream Trio

Every year I go through tubes of hand cream, without a doubt there is always a tube or three in my handbag, the same on my desk and bedside table.  To that end, Crabtree & Evelyn have got the perfect gift for those, who like me, love their hand creams - Pinkie Power, a Trio of Hand Creams.

I absolutely love the packaging of these hand creams, more so when the outer sleeve is removed to unveil this black and white striped box. Inside Crabtree & Evelyn have selected three of their most favoured hand creams in 25ml tubes and have brought them together in one package.

The first hand cream is one I am a huge fan of and that is the Evelyn Rose Hand Therapy. This cream is exactly as the description reads because it is richly moisturising and because it has two distinct rose extracts added to the formula, it smells just absolutely wonderful. Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil are also added and this is a perfect hand cream for anyone who has dry hands because it is incredibly hydrating and soothing.

The one hand cream from this trio I had never tried until now is the Lavender & Espresso Hand Therapy. Designed to be a hand cream which calms and restores, it also uses both Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil to ensure your hands are hydrated and moisturised, but the floral notes of Lavender which blend so well with coffee scent of Espresso are really what makes this an amazing cream for me because it smells just so amazing.

The final hand cream within this trio is the Gardeners Hand Therapy. This hand cream is fragranced with green clover, lavender, sage, rosemary and thyme which gives the very image of an incredible garden, it also hosts the ingredients of Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil as with the other two hand creams within this collection. I have gone through tubes of this hand cream because it is just so good at its job of soothing and hydrating hands and despite its name, it isn't just for gardeners, but if you know someone who is a keen gardener, then there is an entire set or this range which would make a great gift!

This trio is such an incredible value for money set at £14 and one which is the perfect gift for anyone who loves their hand creams and it also makes for a great introduction to Crabtree & Evelyn too.

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Gatineau Christmas Gift guide

I have absolutely loved getting to know Gatineau over the last few years and at Christmas time they are one of the most beautifully presented. Last year I showcased the Gatineau Melatogenine Cleansing Collection (here) which was a beautiful gift in the way it was presented and this year the sets are particularly beautiful and if you are new to Gatineau, this is a brilliant introduction to the brand and with their range priced between £25 to £88 you get great value for money.  Founded in 1932 by acclaimed Parisian skincare expert Jeanne Gatineau, we are celebrating 85 years as leading specialists in anti-ageing skincare. At Gatineau, we combine natural ingredients with cutting-edge biotechnology to create highly effective skincare that delivers visible and lasting results.

The first set I have to share with you is the Gatineau Little Luxuries (£29) - Treat yourself to the Gatineau Little Luxuries Set, a collection of seven of the brand’s most beloved products to hydrate, nourish and revitalise your skin comes the description and what I love about this set is that you get a complete skincare routine made up of some amazing deluxe sized products.

The Set Contains:

• Gentle Silk Toner (50ml) - An alcohol-free toner designed to remove all traces of cleanser whilst respecting the skin’s pH and moisture levels. Formulated with soothing extracts of Silk and Cotton, pores are refined and the skin is left feeling refreshed and radiant. Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive.
• Gentle Silk Cleanser (50ml) - Enriched with delicate Silk and Cotton Extracts, this luxurious milky cleanser gently dissolves all traces of make-up and impurities whilst conditioning the skin. Using Silk Extracts which work to promote cell regeneration and improve elasticity, Cotton Extracts which leave the skin soft and comfortable before finally, Sweet Almond Oil which nourishes and softens the skin. What I really like about this cleanser is that is isn't drying on the skin or nor does it make your face feel tight after using.
• Radiance Enhancing Gommage (15ml) - Said to be perfect for sensitive skin, this mild enzymatic exfoliant is packed with fruit enzymes which remove dead cells for a radiant and energised complexion. Free from grains and beads, this gel formula is so gentle it can even be used around the eyes. It is enriched with vitamin C and helps to boost skin's natural defence. Radiance and luminosity are immediately increased and the complexion is brightened and toned
• Melatogenine Futur PLUS Mask (15ml) - Gatineau describe this product as being their most powerful anti-wrinkle formula within a luxuriously rich cream and it is designed to smooth fine lines and wrinkles brighten the complexion and eliminate signs of fatigue.
• Melatogenine AOX Advanced Rejuvenating Cream (15ml) - Give your daily skincare a powerful anti-ageing boost with our Mélatogénine AOX Advanced Rejuvenating Cream. Designed for skin showing the advanced signs of ageing, this rich moisturiser will deeply hydrate your skin whilst rewinding the effects of time. We've combined our youth activating molecule, Mélatogénine, with marine collagen to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Powerful anti-oxidants and probiotics nourish the skin for a boost in radiance. Day by day, skin is rejuvenated becoming firmer and smoother, for a younger looking you.
• Collagen Expert Smoothing Eye Pads (1 Sachet) - An instant beauty boost, our Collagen-enriched eye pads are a refreshing treat for tired eyes. The perfect preparation for a special occasion, they diminish dark shadows and reduce puffiness whilst smoothing lines and wrinkles. Alternatively, use the morning after a late night for a soothing treatment to revitalise eyes and reduce the signs of fatigue. Eyes are instantly revived and refreshed.
• DefiLift 3D Revolumising Lip Care (10ml) - This is one of Gatineau's bestselling products and is described as being a moisturising lip treatment which instantly adds long-lasting volume whilst soothing and repairing chapped lips. Using Lavender extract which smooths and strengthens the lips and Shea butter which nourishes and softens.  It is said that this is a cosmetic alternative to filling techniques. A powerful lip balm dramatically plumps and fills for a more defined appearance. After just one application, lips are smoothed, hydrated and plumped with long-lasting volume.

All of these products come packaged inside a beautiful Small Burgundy Cosmetic Bag, which I absolutely love.

The second gift within this collection is the Gatineau Perfection Ultima Smoothing Collection (£77) -  This set has a value of £199 when the items are bought separately so you can see just what amazing value it is at £77.  Described as being a collection of customer favourites including the staple Mélatogénine Futur PLUS Mask, these products once again are stored in a beautiful white cosmetic bag.

Included within this collection is:

• Perfection Ultime™ Retexturizing Beauty Cream (50ml) - Described as being a lightweight daily moisturiser which instantly hydrates and brightens the skin with Hyaluronic Acid and Cotton Extract, while protein-rich Caviar Extract and Tripeptide 1 work to restore skin health and luminosity. Geranium Oil protects from free-radicals and the complexion is smoothed and perfected with Wheat and Soy Proteins. 
• Collagene Expert™ Ultimate Smoothing Serum (30ml) - Again, described as being an intensive concentrate that uses a marine based Tri-Collagen Complex to work at different levels of the skin to give an intensely hydrating, plumping and regenerative action on wrinkles Using Gatineau’s exclusive youth molecule, Mélatogénine, this targeted serum promises to treat the early signs of ageing leaving the skin feeling smooth, plumped and radiant.
• Mélatogénine Futur PLUS™ Anti-Wrinkle Radiance Mask 75ml - Again described by Gatineau as being their most powerful anti-wrinkle formula within a luxuriously rich cream, this nourishing treatment works to leave the skin looking bright and refreshed. Again, using the brand’s patented Mélatogénine molecule, which helps to smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles whilst Marine Collagen gives a plumping effect for a younger-looking facial contour. There is also the inclusion of Lupin Extract to infuse your complexion with a healthy radiance, giving tired and fatigued skin an instant boost in just ten minutes.

There is no doubt that both of these collections are more than worth the price and what I like is that there are so many options to choose from, depending on what it is you are looking for and who you feel the products would be most suited too. Both are also a great introduction to the brand if you have no idea as to who or what they are.

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Christmas with Burt's Bees

Once again this year, Burt's Bees have an incredible range of Christmas products and today I am sharing some of them with you from stocking fillers and medium gifts to full-on gift sets which promise to keep you looking and feeling amazing from head to toe.

As always with Burt's Bees, there is something for every budget, so whether you need a last-minute Secret Santa, a stocking filler or something a little bit more special, there will be something ticking that box.

The first items from the Burt's Bees Gift Collection is called 'A Bit of Burt's Pomegranate Gift Set and it is one of my favourite items because it looks so festive in red and gold and I have mine hanging on the Christmas Tree.

Inside the bauble, you will find the Pomegranate Lip Balm (4.25g) and this is one of my favourite lip balms from the range.  It is infused with hydrating Coconut oil and vitamin-rich Pear Extract to moisturise and renew your lips and it smells just absolutely heavenly.  The second product is the Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream (8.5g) and I always have a tin of this on my desk. It has been specially formulated to moisturise and soften dry cuticles. Infused with sweet almond oil and cocoa seed butter as well as vitamin E and sunflower oil all of which help to nourish nails. It also has a wonderful fresh lemon scent.

The second gift set is the Burt's Bees Get the Look (£14.99).  If you have never tried a Burt's Bees lipstick, then you need too because they are amazing, I actually reviewed them here on my blog.

With a simple 'How To' guide, this gift set contains both a lipstick and a Tinted Lip Balm. I have shade Sunset Cruise and Rose and they work really well together or on their own. Each lipstick contains raspberry seed oil and responsibly sourced beeswax. Perfect for those who don't want a nude lip shade but rather something with a bit of colour to it as Sunset cruise is best described as being a really pretty medium coral shade. The Tinted balm in shade Rose and what I love about these balms is that they add a lovely hint of colour to the lips whilst being incredibly hydrating.

The final set in my collection is the Burt's Bees Spa Collection Gift Set (£29.99) and it is described as being a collection of an enchanting mix of products to create a relaxing and aromatic experience for a loved one and keep their skin gorgeous and glowing.

Inside the collection you will find:

• Candle-Lavender Fields (85g) - Until now, I had no idea you could get a Burt's Bees Candle and this one smells insane.  If you love the scent of Fresh Lavender, then this is one you will love.
• Detoxifying Charcoal Sheet Mask (9.35g) - This is another product I am yet to try and the mask is enriched with Charcoal, WillowBark and Honey and cleanse the skin and remove impurities whilst at the same time leaving the skin feeling nourished and moisturised.
• Moisturising Lip Mask (1 sheet) - This Lip Mask I have reviewed here but it is enriched with a blend of natural ingredients including Meadowfoam Seed and Almond Oils which both hydrate, nourish and moisturise. 
• Cucumber and Mint Lip Balm (4.25g) - This lip balm smells insanely good, once you remove the cap you get a hit of both Cucumber and Peppermint and they both work to hydrate, refresh and moisturise the lips.
• Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream (15g) - Again with its wonderful Fresh Lemon Scent, this cream has been specially formulated to moisturise and soften dry cuticles. Infused with sweet almond oil and cocoa seed butter as well as vitamin E and sunflower oil all of which help to nourish nails. 

I think this collection is an incredible value for money and it offers a real insight into Burt's Bees as a brand and showcases some amazing products.

So there are just some of the offerings from Burt's Bees this Christmas and whatever your budget, there is something to suit most needs. 

If you haven't heard the story about Burt and this brand it is really one which warms your heart, even though sadly Burt did pass away just a few years ago. It began in Maine about 30 years ago. Burt the Beekeeper was happily selling honey from the back of his truck. But fate had other ideas for the bearded hero when he met Roxanne Quimby. Burt and Roxanne hit it off and before long she was making candles with unused wax from Burt’s beehives.  From those original candles to the iconic Beeswax Lip Balm, to over 180 products — Burt’s Bees has been guided by a single principle: Nature has the best answers. At Burt’s Bees when they say ‘natural’ they mean natural. On average, Burt’s Bees products are 99% natural with over half of the products 100% natural. Burt’s Bees believes you’re at your most beautiful when what you put on your body is from Nature — after all, what goes on to your body goes into your body. Burt’s Bees formulations support your skin with the nutrients it needs – and none of the chemicals it doesn’t. Burt’s Bees products help you put your best foot, lips, skin, hair and sense of well-being forward. Every day. Available in: Lip Care and Lip Colour, Facial Skincare, Hand and Body Care, Baby Bee and many more! Over the years Burt’s Bees brand has become one of the world’s leading natural personal care brands. Burt couldn’t be more proud. None of the products from this range are tested on animals and nor do they contain petrochemicals, phthalates, parabens or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS).

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Stylpro Makeup Brush Cleaner and Cracker

This Christmas you can make the life of every Makeup Artist, Beauty Blogger and Make up Lover much easier, less of a chore and a bit more fun with the Stylpro Makeup Brush Cleanser and Cracker, something I didn't know I needed until I used it and my mind was blown!

Take the chore out of cleaning your makeup brushes with the StylPro Original Make Up Brush Cleaner and Dryer, a revolutionary brush cleaning device that cleans and dries your makeup brushes in 30 seconds.

What I love about this, is not just how amazingly well my brushes are cleaned, or how easy it is to use, but just how inexpensive it is!  

If you have a alot of makeup brushes, let's face it, we all do and I am sure we are all guilty of just grabbing a new brush rather than clean one or perhaps even worse, just continuing to use one that is in need of a clean *shudders*.  At Boots right now, you can grab this StylPro Cracker (£8.99) which contains a 150ml bottle of the StylPro Makeup Brush Cleanser inside.

Described as being a unique and deep cleansing formula that will cut through stubborn cosmetics whilst at the same time nourish and gently condition your makeup brush bristles, it uses Wheatgerm, Grapeseed and Argan oils which leave them, once dry, feeling silky, smooth and protected.  I am quite a cynic when it comes to someone telling me that their product is better than any other you have ever tried, well with this I have had to eat my own words because it is incredible.  I have got foundation brushes with stained bristles and now, having used this cleanser with the StylPro Brush Cleaner, I now have two foundation brushes which look and feel like new.

So the Stylpro Brush Cleaner (£29.99) comes with everything you need in the set, there is no extras that you need to purchase to make it work. Inside the box, there are 8 Flexible Silicone Collars which are designed to fit all standard style natural/synthetic makeup brushes (whilst not being suitable for double ended or flat brushes). There is also the Tritan bowl which is not only unbreakable but is also dishwasher safe, the Stylpro Device and a few Makeup Brush Cleanser Sachets to get things started.

I remember my very first blog event and was told that we should be cleaning our makeup brushes once a week, a task I always dread because it took forever, I had to leave my brushes dangling over the sink to dry which could take a few hours to overnight and I was always worried my brushes were still not as clean as I wanted them to be. So the Stylpro Brush Cleaner, which is the invention from Apprentice winner Tom Pellereau, uses what is referred as a centrifugal spin technology so that brushes are literally ready to re-use immediately, it literally takes around 30 seconds to clean each brush and when I say clean, I mean wash it and dry it - a miracle for makeup brush cleaning.

Now I have the StylPro Makeup Brush Cleaner and a back up of brush cleansing liquid, makeup brush washing is no longer a chore and something I actually don't mind doing because it is just so quick!  A perfect gift for any lover of makeup and one which doesb't cost the earth too!

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Nude Jewellery - Rose Quartz Gemstone Vanilla Link Pendant

I love buying pieces of jewellery as gifts, whether it is a charm for a bracelet, some earrings or even something more lavish like a watch that the mister has had his eye on. I love to receive jewellery as a gift because I think it is one of those items that someone has to have put some thought into purchasing for you, there must be a reason it caught their eye and made them think of you. New to my collection is this stunning Rose Quartz Vanilla Link Pendant from Nude Jewellery and it is just absolutely stunning, I haven't taken it off since it arrived.

If you have never come across them before, Nude Jewellery is a UK based jewellers who handmake all of their pieces, something they are incredibly and should rightly be, proud of.  They launched in 2001 and the main aim of Nude Jewellery was to provide its customers with nothing but the best in independent design jewellery and to do that, the collections are designed by award-winning jewellery designer Nikki Galloway and her in-house jewellers, and many of the Nude Jewellery pieces are only available on their website and not anywhere else.  What I love about the website is that everything is so clearly laid out and there is just so much to see, as well as having the option to create your own bespoke design, which I really like the idea of.

I was very kindly sent the Nude Jewellery Rose Quartz Gemstone Vanilla Link Pendant (£95) and it is just absolutely stunning, definitely a wow moment when I opened the box that is for sure. 

The Nude Jewellery Rose Quartz Gemstone Vanilla Link Pendant is a delicate handmade, hand textured hammered link hanging from a sleek silver snake chain embellished with a beautiful rough cut pale pink rose quartz gemstone which is roughly 25mm in length. The necklace chain is available in three different chain lengths; 16″, 18″ and 20" and my necklace sits on an 18" chain and is just the perfect length for how I like my necklaces to sit and it has a clasp closure which is easy to open and close.

I have put the Rose Quartz gemstone against the red berries of my Christmas decoration so that you can see just how beautifully pink the Rose Quartz gemstone is and I love that it is such a delicate colour.  I love reading about gemstones and it seems Rose Quartz is no ordinary gemstone if you believe or are interested in the healing powers of crystals, then you might be aware that the Rose Quartz is often referred to as 'The Love Stone' and this is because it sends off strong vibrations of love, happiness, warmth, and emotional health. It is also said to help with lowering stress and tension in the heart and that Rose Quartz clears out anger, jealousy, and resentment of others, and allows the healing of heart issues, to name just a few of the healing powers.

I absolutely love this pendant, it is just so beautiful and one I will get a lot of wear out of. It is the type of pendant that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. You can check out the rest of the unique Nude Jewellery designs here and I would love to know if anything catches your attention!

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Being by Sanctuary Spa

Being by Sanctuary Spa is the little sister of the well known Sanctuary Spa range. It describes itself as follows: We are Being, we are ballsy beauty bottled! From punchy fragrance mists, washbags & shower gels to badass scrubs that even TLC can’t deny, we’re pure, perplexing deliciousness in every flavour you like. Our line-up of five scents will grab your attention, raise an eyebrow and leave your skin smelling and feeling fresh AF.  This Christmas, there is a whole host of fun gifts on offer and I am sharing some of my favourites.

I absolutely love bath bombs in my bath, the joy of watching they fizz around the tub never gets old and these Salted Caramel & Macadamia Bon Bombs are just divine.  The packet contains 12 mini bath bombs and depending on your preference you can add more than one to your tub, the more you add the sweeter and stronger the scent and ultimately more fizzing. 

Once the bath bombs have finished fizzing, you can lie back and enjoy the sweet scent, which makes me hungry every single time I've used them.  These Bath Bombs are a lot of fun and are priced at just £12 (currently on offer for £9 in Boots) making them a great stocking filler.

Up next we have the Being by Sanctuary Spa Donut Disturb Cookie Jar Gift Set. This set contains a 50ml bottle of Bubble Bath 50ml, a Face Mask, a Body Puff and most fun of all an Inflatable Drinks Holder in the shape of a donut!

This set is priced around £15 and again, as soon as you remove the lid from what reminds me of a penny sweet jar, the scent of caramel is just so inviting.  The bubble bath creates copious amounts of salted caramel scented bubbles and the facemask, which I love, smells good enough to eat.

The final gift set within my little trio is called 'I Don't Give a Frappe' which made me chuckle when I saw it. Packaged inside a drink cup with accompanying straw you will find a Body Wash 50ml, Body Lotion 75ml, Body Mist 50ml and the Body Puff.

The scent for these products is fierce Chilli Mango & Tonka Bean and again, the scent is just amazing, this is my favourite so far, it is sweet without being too sickly and it is a scent which lingers so well on the skin. Costs just £15 but is on offer at Boots for just £11.75.

You can find all three of these gift sets HERE at Boots and also now via FeelUnique HERE and there literally is something for every budget, maybe even a treat for yourself!

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Christmas Gift Guide for Men

When it comes to purchasing gifts for men, I tend to find it quite an enjoyable challenge looking for the perfect gifts.  If you ever walk into a department store, much of the displays and stands are geared towards us women and it takes some time before you find something for the man/men in your life. So this Christmas, most of the work staff are male, I have male family members to buy gifts for and this includes 5 nephews and of course my mister over at Beautykinguk.

Christmas traditions for me have always included having a new pair of pyjamas and it is something I have had or done since I was a child and it is something I still do now.  If you want comfort and luxury but also something that extra special, then this Blackspade Mens Leaf Figure Print Pyjama Set is worth looking at.  

Super comfy and a great size fit, these pyjamas have a charcoal grey torso and leaf pattern and they come with the matching bottoms which are a nice loose fit and have pockets. The mister said they are the most comfortable pyjamas he has ever tried and worn and because they are made of a cotton modal blend, it makes them some of the softest he has ever tried

Not too long ago I mentioned the fabulous Danish Beauty Brand Ecooking which I had been lucky enough to spend quite some time getting to know (review here).  

Within this gift guide, I am including the Starter kit for Men which comes packaged inside this handy travel packaged and includes:

• 100 ml Hair & Body Wash - Cleanses and nourishes using ingredients such as Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Glycerin and Organic Abessin Oil.leaving the skin, hair and scalp well-groomed and with renewed energy.
• 50 ml Cleansing Gel - Suitable for normal and oily skin, this gel is enriched with Organic Cucumber Extract, Organic Sunflower Oil and Organic Vitamin E. Perfect for using both in the morning and in the evening.
• 20 ml Beard & Body Oil - This is a multi-functional oil for men that can be used for shaving, as body oil or beard care with a fresh scent of lemon.
• 50 ml Face Cream - Ecooking™ Men Facial Cream can be used both day and night and/or after shaving and has a long lasting moisturising effect and also improves the surface and structure of the skin. It is non-greasy and is scented of fresh lemons.
• Wet Wipes - A pack of 10 wipes which are cooling and refreshing on your skin with Aloe Vera Extract.

This is a lovely introduction to Ecooking and each of the products is very generously sized to give you an insight into which work for you and your skin.  Priced at £50, this set is available from FeelUnique.

Whilst I actually like the mister to have a beard, we do always ensure there is a razor in the house for when he gets bored and randomly decides to shave it all off. 

The Gillette Mach 3 Limited Edition black handle limited edition gift box has a sleek design and a razor stand for what is described as being an elevated shaving experience. Inside the box, you will find a limited edition Mach3 chrome handle razor and razor stand.  It is currently on offer in Superdrug for just £11.99.

If you want to find something a little bit different to the usual afterhave, socks and body spray then Manly Man Co.® have an amazing array of fun gift ideas for men. 

They have everything from quirky jerky gift baskets, single malt scotch caramels and beard balm, all the way though to products such as this one which features an Authentic 30 Cal 7.62mm ammo can, used by U.S. military personnel in the field. - something my mister would love given his fascination with military history.

FCUK Socks & Body Duo Gift Set (£12.50 Boots) - You can rarely go wrong with a set like this, even better when it is on a 3 for 2 offer at Boots. 

This exclusive gift set has three products and they include: 

• FCUK Vintage: Hair & Bodywash
• FCUK Vintage: Bodyspray
• FCUK Striped Cotton Socks

The FCUK Vintage fragrance features wood aromas and notes of orange citrus and spices and got the thumbs up from the Mister, even though it isn't for him and the socks, which he already has a pair of, are also apparently incredibly comfortable.

Staying with Boots, we also picked up this Ted Baker Refined and Invigorating Tin (£14 Boots) and apparently Ted pledges to make you more than presentable with the help of cleansing bar, plus a smooth-yet-spicey Hair & Body Wash and Body Spray. Does what it says on the tin - and then some. 

Inside, this collection features:

• Refined and Invigorating Hair and Body Wash
• Refined and Invigorating Cleansing Bar
• Refined and Invigorating Body Spray

The Refined and invigorating range is formulated with notes of pink pepper, cardamon, tobacco and vanilla and it actually smells incredibly good but better than that, the tin is absolutely lovely.

The final product is the beautiful SAMAYA’s earthy Kapha skincare range which is described as being an all-natural luxury skincare range marries a blend of high-performance Ayurvedic infusions such as Ashwagandha, Vetivert and Frankincense while embracing the unique scent of Sandalwood Oil - a distinctive soft, warm, smooth, strong woody scent, perfect for the man in your reader’s life. The Kapha range includes four luxurious skincare products, a rich Hydrating Cleanser, a powerful Anti-Ageing Cream, an indulgent Anti-Ageing Treatment Oil and an over-night Renewing Exfoliant - all of which contribute to healthier, radiant looking skin.

We have the Kapha Overnight Renewing Exfoliant which is an all-natural, gentle and highly effective enzyme exfoliant which safely removes dead skin cells and impurities without damaging healthy skin below. Instantly revitalises and softens skin. Helps minimise the appearance of pigmentation and pores to impart a much more even skin tone. The ingredients include Pineapple enzymes which help to break down dead and dry skin cells, Sandalwood Oil which not only smells incredible but is also has anti-inflammatory properties help smoothe and soften rough skin, Tumeric Root Oil which is also an anti-inflammatory as well as an antioxidant and it works to heal the skin’s barrier while protecting it from free radical damage and Amla Fruit Pulp Oil which is known as 'the Indian Gooseberry' and it is naturally high in Vitamin C; anti-ageing and immunity-boosting; rich antioxidant content reduces oxidative stress and protects from free radicals.  All of these ingredients, as well as many other, come together to work to transform clogged pores and dull skin into smooth, radiant and healthy skin. This overnight exfoliant costs £59 and is available right here.

I hope this gift guide has given you some ideas as to what to get the man in your life, be it your hubby, brother, dad or even grandad.  There is no doubting that my mister would more than love everything within this post and add to that a few new aftershaves which I can't share within this post or he will see them!  What have you bought for the men in your life?

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Beautiful Blends - Stocking Fillers For Christmas

If you are still looking for those last minute stocking fillers to finish off your Christmas shopping, or in my case start it, then let me introduce you to Beautiful Blends, a range which is described as being a collection of beautifully scented bath and body treats which are designed to indulge both mind and body this yuletide. Beautiful Blends have products for all budgets and are exclusive to Waitrose.

Beautiful Blends have a signature scent which is described as being a delicate white floral fragrance combined with a woody, green and musky scent and the notes are as follows:

• Top Notes - Apple, Aquatic and Leafy
• Middle Notes - Cucumber, Cyclamen and Muguet
• Base Notes - Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Musk

I had expected, given the design and look of the products to have something more floral and rose like but instead, you are greeted with a scent which reminds me personally of walking into a florist for the first time as all the scents come at you at once and then, after a few minutes everything settles down and the main fragrance note is Apple and Cucumber which is really pleasant.

The first item fulfilling its role as a stocking filler is the Beautiful Blends Trio of Minis (RRP £8).  These would be perfect as a thank you gift or even for your Secret Santa.  The trio of minis comprises of a Beautiful Blend Shower Gel (50ml), Body Lotion (50ml) and Hand Cream (50ml) and I love that the packaging of the box matches that of the tube of products. 

The beautifully fragranced Shower Gel (50ml) and Body Lotion (50ml) will leave skin feeling cleansed and smooth whilst the luxurious Hand Cream (50ml) contains Shea Butter to leave skin feeling nourished.

Coming next is Bathing Petals (RRP £10/80g). I couldn't wait to chuck these in my bath, so this box no longer looks so pristine but I do love how is they don't go immediately limp and soggy as soon as they come into contact with the water and instead that they do manage to float around and they do release the most amazing fragrance into the steam vapour. 

Once you get out of the bath, thankfully the petals are really easy to remove and don't clog up the plug hole, always my biggest fear of having to unblock it.  A bargain at £10!

The final gift in this collection is the Beautiful Blends Treat Gift Set (RRP £18) and it has a little bit of something in which really shows off the collection. 

This luxurious gift set contains three Beautiful Blends’ products which have been specifically curated and brought together to give a relaxing treat. Inside, you will find the beautifully fragranced Shower Gel (100ml) and Body Lotion (100ml) and some of the Bathing Petals (25g) which are detailed above. 

I think the Beautiful Blend range is absolutely stunning and there are a few more options to choose from within the range such as a Hand Care Duo and some Hand Cream and much more.  If you shop in Waitrose regularly, then you might have seen them on offer in the Beauty aisle.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.