YOU, yes you - You are not alone!

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So this is my last post for the next couple of days as it is Christmas Eve. A time for joy, family and happiness.

Sadly, not everyone experiences this at Christmas and for some, this time can be a dark and lonely time or a time when emotions such as depression can be heightened.

You may be one of those people. You may have come across this blog post by chance, or someone may have forwarded it to you to read.

Consider it fate.

I don't want you to feel alone this Christmas.

I don't want you to feel depressed or lonely.

If you feel that you have hit rock bottom and you feel empty inside, If you can see the lights twinkling in other peoples windows, hear the laughter of your neighbours and yet you experience no joy, as if the world is a dark place in which you see no place for yourself any more.

Or if you feel that you are ready to make a change.

I want you to pick up the phone......................

Women’s Aid
https://www.womensaid.org.uk
0808 2000 247

Galop – LGBT Domestic Abuse
http://www.galop.org.uk/domesticabuse/
0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428

Rape Crisis
http://rapecrisis.org.uk
0808 802 9999

MIND
Website www.mind.org.uk
Tel No 0300 123 3393

Samaritans
Website www.samaritans.org
Tel No 116 123

Alcoholics Anonymous
Website www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Tel No 0800 9177650

Stonewall
Website www.stonewall.org.uk
Info line 08000 50 20 20

London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard
Tel No 0207 837 7324

SANELine
Website www.sane.org.uk
Tel No 0300 304 7000

Papyrus, Prevention of young suicide
Website www.papyrus-uk.org

National self-help body for the Transgender community
Beaumont Society
Website http://www.beaumontsociety.org.uk
Information Line 01582 412220

Childline
www.childline.org.uk
0800 1111

Depression Alliance
Website www.depressionalliance.org

Refuge
Website www.refuge.org.uk
Tel No 0808 2000 247

Beat - Beating eating disorders.
Website https://www.b-eat.co.uk
Help line 0345 634 1414
Youth Line 0345 634 7650

Shelter
Website www.shelter.org.uk
Tel No 0808 800 4444

NHS Direct
111

No Panic
Website http://www.nopanic.org.uk
Tel No 0844 967 4848
Youth helpline  01753 840393

If you need someone, please call one of these numbers. You are NOT alone over Christmas, there are people out there that care, I care. 

I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I would also love to thank Kellie over at Big Fashionista for allowing me to use this post, it is so important.

The Ritual of Hammam - Purifying Treat Gift Set

The Ritual of Hammam is one of the oldest cleansing traditions in the world. The steam bath experience from the East purifies both body and soul. Fragrant Eucalyptus and Rosemary are used to energise the mind and the body.  

• Eucalyptus is synonymous with freshness the world over. Its cooling and invigorating properties are delightfully refreshing after exercise. Additionally it has beneficial qualities when you need a clear mind, for example in times of stress.
• Rosemary - In ancient times this herb was burned in sick chambers to purify the air due to her antibacterial properties. Rosemary is said to improve memory. The essential oils of rosemary are used for their aromatic fragrance and their revitalizing and warming effect in cosmetics. It soothes and supports the ability to repair the skin.

This ancient custom has inspired Rituals to create a modern Hammam collection for your home and this gift set that I was kindly sent is really lovely and it contains four purifying bestsellers so that you can can discover your own ritual at home.

Inside the set there is: 

- Hammam Body Mud 70ml - Purifying body scrub containing Rhassoul Clay. The combination of mineral-rich Rhassoul Clay and refreshing Eucalyptus has a revitalising effect. 

This scrub can also be used as an excellent deep-cleansing mask. Massage the scrub onto dry skin. Rinse off with warm water in the shower or bath

- Hammam Delight Shower Foam 50ml - Again the shower foam combines the aromatic and revitalising qualities of Refreshing Eucalyptus and Rosemary.

I am a big fan of these shower foams, a little goes a long way and they always smell incredible.

- Hammam Olive Secret Shower Paste 70ml - With its blend of refreshing Eucalyptus and pure olive oil, your skin will be left feeling hydrated and soft.

You can use our Hammam Olive Secret not only to cleanse your skin, but also to prepare it for exfoliating.

- Hammam Body Lotion 70ml - As part of the Rituals Hammam range, the Spark of Hammam body lotion contains stimulating eucalyptus and energising rosemary which will revive the body and soul.

This light yet intensive moisturiser is easily absorbed by the skin and perfect for your morning or evening Ritual. Gently massage over skin for a silky soft refreshing feeling.

What a love about this set is the scent, it is so refreshing, it is just brilliant if you have a cold because the Eucalyptus helps clear those sinuses and the Body Mud, which happens to be my favourite from the set, is one that can be used as a mask on dry skin and it just leaves your skin feeling so clean, cleansed and soft to the touch.

You can find out more about the Ritual of Hammam right here along with other products from within the range.

*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Christmas with Weleda

When I say the brand Weleda, the product that more than possibly springs to mind is Skin Food, a fantastic product and one I have used on many occasions. If you have never heard of Weleda before here is a little background. Weleda’s goal is to maintain, enhance and restore the health of people. What started in 1921 as a pharmaceutical laboratory, with its own medicinal plant garden, is today a world-leading manufacturer of holistic natural cosmetics as well as pharmaceuticals for anthroposophical therapy. With products that are intended to support people in their personal development, in maintaining, promoting and restoring their health and in their efforts to achieve physical well-being and a balanced lifestyle.

This Christmas, Weleda have put together some fantastic gift sets and today I am sharing a few of them with you, they are still available too!

Weleda Sea Buckthorn Gift Set - Nestled inside its own cute duffle bag with drawstring tie is Weledas Seabuckthorn Creamy Body Wash, Replenishing Body lotion and shower puff.

This set is really beautifully scented with an organic blend of orange, mandarin, and grapefruit oils which are used to revitalise, soothe and protect the skin and they work alonside mallow extract and shea butter within the body lotion to soothe, moisturise and nourish the skin, making it particularly good for dry skin.

 Priced at £22.50 right here.

The large Arnica Gift Tube contains a stimulating freshness in a light, transparent gel

Take a surge of energy into the shower - and enjoy the unique scent of rosemary and lavender to get you back to full bloom after exercise. 

Priced at just £7.95 it makes a lovely gift.

The Three Drawer Gift Set plays host to what can only be described as a plethora of indulgent skincare products which is beautifully presented and organised into three varying drawers. 

Drawer One boasts five rich body washes, designed to uplift the spirits, whilst the second drawer contains five sensuous body lotions, which deliver hydration and nourishment to skin. The final draw is home to five luxurious body oils, guaranteeing to keep skin soft and super smooth. Each product arrives in five sensuous scents: Wild Rose, Citrus, Sea Buckthorn, Lavender and Pomegranate. Available from LookFantastic right here and use the code UNWRAP for a discount.

You can shop the full Weleda Christmas range over at www.weleda.co.uk

*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise