Arran Sense of Scotland Glen Iorsa Collection

Having shared my love for the Arran Sense of Scotland Hot Toddy Candle, the collection I am sharing with you today could not have come at a better time! Meet the Arran Glen iorsa range.

At this time of year when we are on a festive comedown, back to work, trying to get back into a routine, deal with the stresses of modern living and the weather, taking time out for yourself has never been so important and with these products, creating a spa-at-home sanctuary is a breeze.

I am often at my most relaxed in water, perhaps being a Cancerian is the reason for this, but the bathroom is a place of sanctuary and self-care; a place where I feel I can retreat to unwind, take time for me, wash the stress away and just relax. I am a huge fan of products which have a calming and relaxing influence over my sense of self and with Glen iorsa you get the notes of lavender and spearmint blended with tiny indulgences of geranium, sage & patchouli. Glen Iorsa takes its name from the calm serenity of a remote glen on the Isle of Arran.

Starting with Glen Iorsa Lavender and Spearmint Bath & Shower Gel (£16) and it is the most wonderful scent to relax and unwind with.

Described as being the ultimate scent to help you relax and transport you into a world of tranquillity and peace, the Glen Iorsa Bath and Shower Gel is fragranced with the essential oils of lavender for soothing skin and relieving stress, with spearmint oil for refreshing and resetting body and mind.  It is also enriched with Pro-Vitamin B5, so not only does this bath &shower gel cleanse and nourish the skin, the lavender calms and reduces stress and the spearmint awakens and resets the body and mind.

Once you've finished showering or bathing, the second product I have to share is the Glen Iorsa Lavender and Spearmint Calming Pillow Mist Spray (£15) which is just divine.

This mist is designed to promote relaxation and create a sense of peace and as with the bath & shower gel, it has the calming properties of this Lavender and Spearmint.

Sink into a relaxing sleep amidst the soothing aroma when used as a pillow spray. To use, the advice is to spray a couple of spritz onto the skin directly after showering or bathing or within your room before settling down for the night and it can also be sprayed directly onto your pillow to promote a restful night's sleep.

Having both the Lavender and Spearmint together is not a blend I've come across in many products and unsure how it was going to work but I can't tell you just how wonderful it is and definitely a scent concoction that would be amazing to use in an oil diffuser.  Alongside the bath & shower gel and the calming mist, this range also has a body lotion, soap, hand wash and hand cream in the same scent.

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Pixi Beauty Botanical Collagen Collection

Forever a fan of Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic, I was delighted when the Botanical Collagen Collection from Pixi Beauty arrived. Designed to improve skin elasticity for more beautiful and youthful-looking skin, I have four products from the range.

The first product is the Botanical Collagen Tonic, anyone who is familiar with Pixi Beauty will know just how good their Tonic range is.  Soothing, hydrating and refreshing, this tonic helps to volumise, firm and revitalise skin's elasticity. Infused with Botanicals to provide antioxidant benefits while promoting a youthful-looking complexion, you will find Coconut water which works to hydrate, Peptides to firm and Collagen to boost elasticity. 

Applying a few drops of the tonic to a reusable pad, the first thing I noticed is how hydrating it is, probably the most thirst quenching of all the Pixi tonics I have used over the years and despite being fragrance free, there is the slightest hint of coconut, which isn't too domineering, but just gives it a little extra. 

The second product is the Plump Collagen Boost Sheet Masks (x3) and again, I am a hug fan of Pixi Beauty Sheet masks and have constantly repurchased Glow Glycolic Masks because they are just so good.

If you are familiar with Pixi sheet masks, you will know that they are always saturated in serum, which, my dry, dehydrated skin absolutely loves.  These masks again contain Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides and Botanical Collagen, as well as some Glycolic Acid, which come together to help brighten, hydrate and restore balance to the skin. I find my skin has a slight glow and feels nourished after using and they are perfect for using as part of your self-care routine.

The third product within this collection is the Botanical Collagen Lip Gloss and admittedly I am not a fan of lip gloss if it is sticky or tacky when used, so I was a bit apprehensive about trying this.

A clear gloss, the texture is like a lip balm with its thick and silky texture instead of being sticky like a standard gloss. When using, my lips feel plump and have a fuller look and because it contains Peptides, Acacia Collagen and Vitamin E to nourish, volumise and replenish the lips.

The final product in this collection is the Botanical Collagen Eye Serum and I ave absolutely loved using it.

This serum is incredibly lightweight on the skin and absorbs pretty much as soon as it is applied. Formulated to rejuvenate and revitalise the delicate eye area while helping preserve youthful-looking skin it uses Acacia Collagen which which works to volumise and rejuvenate, Adenosine which soothes and smooths before finally the use of Hyaluronic Acid which firms and hydrates.

So there you have four amazing products from the Pixi Beauty Botanical Collagen Collection and I have enjoyed using all of them. Alongside the products I have shared, the Botanical Collagen range is quite extensive and you can find everything on sale with Pixi Beauty or Marks & Spencer with prices starting from just £10.

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GloWish Blur Jam Smoothing Primer by Huda Beauty

Aside from a few palettes, Huda Beauty isn't a brand I am all that familiar with, though I do see products featured across my social media of course.  Over the past month or so, I have been using a product that not only grabbed my attention with its name - Blur Jam, but it is incredible.

The GloWish range is described as being a line that exists at the intersection of flawless finishes and skin-loving ingredients to reveal a natural, easy-glowing look.  To that end, GloWish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer is said to instantly mattifying to provide a perfect, breathable and shine-free base.

For anyone, who like me, has oily combination skin, a primer is an absolute must-have product if you want to keep your makeup in place (along with a finishing spray) and over the years, I have tried countless primers in the quest to find the perfect one, both with and without silicone.

Blur Jam is silicone free as well as featuring no fragrance or alcohol and it is made from a 90% naturally-derived formula and is Vegan Friendly. All of that aside, it does contain a powerhouse of ingredients which includes:

• Damascus rose water: Soothes, clarifies and locks in extreme moisture
• Prickly pear: A rich source of vitamins and antioxidants to provide intense hydration
• Cactus flower: Hydrates, calms and soothes skin while supporting a strong skin barrier

For me, the best part about this strawberry jam looking primer is its texture because it is exactly as I hoped it would be from the name and it is a lot of fun.

As you can see, it is bright red, looks very much like jam and spreads just as easily (without a knife of course) and all without being sticky, tacky or icky on the skin, in fact it is the exact opposite and is soft, smooth and really lightweight on the skin as well s hydrating.

It instantly smooths the skin and is great for mattifying the complexion, all of which are amazing because, even if you decide not to wear makeup, you can still use this primer on its own.  However, it really does help to keep that shine at bay and my makeup too.

Priced at £29 it is a really great primer and I am glad I have a back up!

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