Lookfantastic - The Christmas Edition Beauty Box 2020

The Lookfantastic Christmas Edition Beauty Box has arrived and the box is just absolutely stunning with its navy blue and gold theme, incredibly christmassy and I love how it is illustrated with gold dangling baubles!

This months box features six products which are designed to get you through the festive season, whether you are spending it on Zoom celebrating the end of 2020 and all it brought with it, or whether you are safely cocooned with loved ones determined to make the best of the situation we are in. It is worth over £135 and you can get your hands on it, whilst stocks last, from just £13 here*.

Contents

AVANT Pro Radiance Brightening Eye Final Touch (10ml) – This product is worth a whopping £98! - Descrubed as being a luxurious eye cream that combines nature with science for maximum efficacy. 

It's infused with Hyaluronic Acid and Sea Water to deliver long-lasting moisture and combat the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and eye bags for an overall more youthful glow.

Brushworks Double-Ended Brush – full-size This double-ended eyeshadow brush combines both shading and precision. 

At one end you will find a shader brush, said to be perfect for packing on eyeshadow and blending out the edges. At the opposite end is an eyeliner brush, this is suitable for use with powder eyeshadows and liquid/gel eyeliners.

Percy & Reed Reassuringly Firm Hairspray (50ml) - On the rare occasion that I use a hairspray, my go to, for quite some time has been this particular one.

Not only is it an ultra-fine, humidity resistant spray, it also provides a flexible but firm hold, all without turning your hair into a crunchy mess and feeling just horrendous.

Jecca Blac Glow Drops (20ml) Full Size – I have the shade Champagne. This is a limited edition festive shade which is said to provide your face makeup with a smooth, long lasting base and a "lit from within" dewy finish! 

This new Champagne shade delivers a glittery gold pigment that'll catch the light, even when applied before a heavy base!

theBalm Petal to the Metal Eyeshadow – This months box features a variety of shades and within my box I have the shade Electric, which is a shade I have on the Petal To The Metal Palette and I adore it. 

These shades are incredibly creamy, buildable and easy to blend without too much effort. This shade is a bronze with a gold undertone which shimmers in the natural light and it looks amazing on its own, or paired with other shades such as Smart and Beater.

Medik8 Hydr8 Serum (10ml) - I have been wanting to try this sometime no, so I am delighted to see it in my box.

Described as being an intensely hydrating serum which is designed to work on every layer of the skin for a smoother, more supple complexion. Using both Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol (Vitamin B5) this Medik8 serum brings long-lasting hydration for a plumper, smoother complexion. It’s cruelty-free, vegan and free from artificial fragrances.

Again, this months box offers quite the eclectic mixture of products and I am loving the mix of skincare and makeup, all of which are perfect for discovering and using over the next month as festivities begin to kick in and off. Lookfantastic is, as I am sure you will know a monthly beauty box subscription service which costs as little as £13 per month here* and this box has contents worth just short of £60.

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Seoulista Beauty Two to Twinkle Cleanse and Hydrate Christmas Pack

The multi award-winning beauty brand Seoulista Beauty has launched some amazing gift sets for Christmas and I have kindly sent one to share with you. The Two to Twinkle Cleanse & Hydrate Skincare System, which is described as being your ultimate saviour for dry and dehydrated skin is an amazing gift to give and the perfect sized stocking filler, whether the recipient is a skincare fanatic or not.

If you have never come across the Seoulista Beauty brand before then you are in for a treat because they have some of the best face masks I have used. Inspired by the flawless, glass skin of South Korean women, Seoulista Beauty develops innovative skincare in Seoul, which for many is widely regarded as the epicentre of beauty. Created and tested by dermatologists, each treatment from the brand is formulated with targeted ingredients for every skin type. It’s boasts salon-grade skincare that delivers professional results for the face and body and given that they are an award-winning brand, they clearly have got something right.

The Seoulista Beauty Two to Twinkle Cleanse & Hydrate Skincare System, which comes packaged ready to gift, is said to combine powerful, effective cleansing using the one-step Super Hydration Instant Facial™. This unique duo works hard to ensure you have a plumped and hydrated party-perfect complexion. 

The Set Contains:

Seoulista Super Hydration Instant Facial® (25ml) x 2 

The Super Hydration Instant Facial is made from natural ingredients and by a team of Dermatologists. The natural coconut gel-like mask is infused with hyaluronic acid which provides intense hydration, moisture and it also conditions the skin. Also included in an infusion of vitamins which work to hydrate the complexion for visibly smoother, supple and plump skin after just 20 minutes.

This Super Hydration Instant Facial is said to be suitable for all types of skin and is perfect for a using as a part of your daily skin prep routine before applying makeup or popping on in the evening after a day exposed to the harsh elements. Free from parabens, mineral oil, sulphates and artificial colours. This mask is also biodegradable, vegan and cruelty free.

Seoulista Beauty® Magic Cleanse™ x 1

Designed as a sustainable cleansing solution, the dual sided disc helps to lift and remove dirt, oil and makeup to leave you with clean and clear skin, just by adding water.  One side of the disc is designed to gently buff the skin as it is slightly textured, meaning it works easy to dislodge and remove dirt, grime and other impurities.  Once you have cleansed your face with one side, turn it over to reveal a much softer and fluffy side to wipe away any excess dirt, oil and makeup that is sitting on the skins surface.

This kit is currently on sale, via Lookfantastic for just £12.80* which is an absolute bargain because bought separately, the cost would be close to £21, so it is an amazing saving and as I have said already, a great gift for someone, even yourself for that time out, me time. 

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Christmas Candles Gift Guide

So, today I am sharing with you some of the candles that I have for the Christmas season, by season I mean from now until at least Epiphany. Away go the uplifting and citrusy scents and out come the ones featured within this post.

I am a huge fan of candles, they are items that I am never without, there is always one burning in whichever room I choose to be in and they are part of my relaxation and wind down sessions.  For me, watching that wick flicker once it is a lit is quite mesmerising and I tend to choose the scent of my candle based on my mood.  When it comes to Christmas, with all the festivities, I want something that reminds me of those hours making Gingerbread houses, the spice and fruitiness of making a Christmas Cake and homemade Mince Pies, the scent of Mulled Wine as it wafts through the house and not forgetting a blast of cinnamon.

First we have Ark Skincare, a brand I have shared many times on my blog, because they are just a brilliant brand.  When it comes to Christmas, I am lucky enough to have the Nutmeg, Cinnamon & Clove Luxury Home Candle (£27 here) and it is just divine.

Described as being Christmas in a jar! This luxury home candle is everything I have mentioned above when it comes to scents. It is warm and spicy as it is scented with a beautiful scent of Nutmeg, Cinnamon & Clove.   This candle is hand-poured right here in the UK and it has a burn time of around 50 hours which is amazing value for money.

The second candle I am sharing is from Ambiance London (£44 here) another brand I adore for their unique fragrances and luxe packaging.  Alteeneh is a scent which sits firmly within the Woody/Sweet family and it is a scent which you can detect before anything is unwrapped, removed from packaging or lit.

Alteeneh is the candle that you can snuggle under a blanket with on a rainy day, you can have it alight in an evening during dinner and it is smells divine. The notes of figs brings about that sweetness and woodiness aroma, which, if you have cooked a fig, you will know that exact scent.  This candle hand-poured in the UK using traditional techniques, special slow burning wax blend and lead-free wick. At the base of each candle you’ll find a fragrance heritage story detailing its ancient roots, along with candle burning tips.

From Beatitude, I was kindly sent the Winter Comfort Candle (£30 here) and stunning, that is the first word that springs to mind.  Again, it is a candle you can detect before you open it and because it is an Aromatherapy candle, it has that wow factor too.

Packed with a seasonal blend of essential oils - think of those uplifting citrus scents of mandarin, bergamot and clementine which work beautifully with the herbal aroma of lavender and eucalyptus, both of which I adore, then to really make its mark, come those warming, spicy notes of clove and cinnamon. This is one of those candles that when you need to be shaken out of a foul mood and given a reason to breathe in, relax and forget what irritated you, this is that candle in a nutshell. It creates the most wonderful ambience.

Now Floral Street (£28) have some of the most amazing fragrances that I have within my collection, but did you know they also had some amazing candles too? Fireplace, which is the name of this candle, is one I have purchased time and time again, much like their Electric Rhubarb Fragrance. 

Think of a wood fire crackling away, the scent it emits, a childhood memory for me. With that come notes of  Tuscan Leather, Birch Leaf, and a touch of raspberry. What you get is a candle which just makes you feel warm. It warms the entire room you are in and creates a snug environment and is just absolutely delightful.

From Marks & Spencer, who have an incredible range of candles this year, comes Bah Humbug and as soon as I smelt it in the store, I wasn't leaving it behind and it is only costs £9.50 here*.

Christmas inspired, this candle is described as being a sweet-smelling candle which features warm notes of ginger, clove and biscuit. What this candle does is create an atmosphere which reminds me of freshly baked Gingerbread ready to make a gingerbread house, something I absolutely love to do.  Impressively, it has a burn time of 55 hours and burns evenly without tunnelling.

Finally within my collection is the Bath and Body Works Fresh Balsam candles and I adore BBW candles and only wish I could get to a store to stock up on some of my favourites.

Described as being the definition of 'The Great Outdoors', with the scent think Woods and Cool with a bit of Earthiness thrown in. That scent you get when your Christmas Tree arrives at the door, ready to be put into its base before decoration can begin. Its fragrance notes are Woodland Balsam, Crisp Eucalyptus, Fir Branches and Cedarwood with Essential Oils. Truly delightful and a very fresh Christmas fragrance.

So there you have my Christmas Candle Collection, a complete array of scent descriptions, brands, feelings they evoke and moods they create. For me, candles will always make a great gift and there is plenty to choose from here!

What kind of candle do you use for the festive season?

 

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