Wednesday, 25 November 2020

Eve and Keel - You Are Amazing!

New to my collection is a brand called Eve & Keel and they very kindly sent me two products from their collection.  Every so often you are introduced to a brand and you just click with what they stand for, their ethos, what they offer and the sales pitch just reaches out to you - that is what happened with Eve & Keel.
Eve & Keel - You Are Amazing!
Eve & Keel state that they are here to support wellbeing and encourage a sense of balance. Their range of stress-slaying products are just perfect for creating a self-care toolkit and being Vegan, cruelty-free, hand- crafted and organic as well as recycled or recyclable, they definitely put a lot of thought into the products they create and sell throughout the entire process.

Lockdown has been difficult, I don't think anyone would argue differently, it has been difficult for a lot of different reasons - for me, working from home and not going to my office has been hard, I've not seen my work colleagues in person since March, I haven't seen my friends and other than going shopping for essentials - food, I have barely left the house.

I was kindly gifted the Deep Release Body Oil and the Creativity Sacral Chakra Roller to try.

Starting with the Deep Release Body Oil (£38) it is designed to 'Feed your skin and Relax your mind'. I really liked this oil from the first use, for me it has two uses, either on your own skin after a hot shower or bath when your skin probably needs a whole lot of moisture and hydrating, or it can be used as a massage oil, which of course you can massage yourself or ask your beloved to rub those aching shoulders, your back and so on.
Eve & Keel - You Are Amazing!
This oil smells just divine, the first thing I noticed about it was the scent, it is incredible and just so fresh. It is made up of 4 base oils and three essential oils and each one of those has a role to play.
  • Jojoba, Apricot and Sunflower oils are referred to as being Skin food and their job is to absorb into the skin quickly whilst nourishing and hydrating to leave behind skin which is silky smooth to the touch.
  • Vitamin E is the antioxidant and its job is to stabilise free radical cells to help keep skin springy and youthful.
  • Mandarin is the comforting oil, with its uplifting scent of Mandarin calms a heavy mind while it’s skin-loving properties get to work restoring your natural glow.
  • Sweet Marjoram is a bit of an unsung hero when it comes to essential oils and hero for all things tight and crampy, Sweet Marjoram is the perfect blend of pain relieving and relaxing.
  • Lavender which is known for its properties to help heal, soothe, relieve pain, calm as well as to encourage deep sleep.
On the skin, this oil isn't greasy or slippery in anyway, once it comes into contact, it does absorb super quick and it leaves behind no film or residue, just a sweet scent of Mandarin, which for me is really noticeable and as it settles there is a slight hint of Lavender, but nothing too overpowering.  

The creativity: sacral chakra roller (£27) is described as being a floral powerhouse of feminine, use this roller to find your flow and unleash your inner Aphrodite.  I was really intrigued by this roller, which as a product, I am a huge fan of and have used other brands offerings for a good few years.
Eve & Keel - You Are Amazing!
Eve & Keel - You Are Amazing!
As you can see, this rollerball is really pretty to look at and it has been designed to enhance your creativity and passion as well as to support your energy and deepen your feminine wisdom. The red Carnelian crystals which you can see is a stabilising stone which is said to restores vitality and motivation, and stimulates creativity. The crystals work alongside a host of essentials oils which include the likes of 
  • May Change which has a really pretty citrus scent and its role is positivity, 
  • Jasmine is to bring strength and energy whilst 
  • Ylang Ylang brings about a calm confidence and sense of empowerment.
To use this rollerball, you simply roll it across your pulse points (wrists, temples) and for me, the fragrance along with the action of rolling it on those pulse points is relaxing and calming in itself.

These are just two of the products available from Eve and Keel and there is a whole lot more to see with other rollers ranging from Bath Salts and balms to mists and oils.  A wonderful way to spend some 'me time' in bliss.








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Tuesday, 24 November 2020

BOOHOO BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR 2020 - worth £149!

This year, clothing retailer Boohoo* have a beauty advent calendar and it is still on sale here for just £40, but it id worth close to £150. So if you still have an Advent Calendar to purchase and you don't want to spend a lot of money, this one might be the one for you.
BOOHOO BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR 2020
BOOHOO BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR 2020
The calendar is a 24 day offering which features products from brands such as Revolution, Rimmel, Sleek and Barry M to name a few.  So having covered everything from makeup to beauty tools and skincare, all packaged up in a glossy advent-style box.

If you don't want to see the entire list of contents, then don't scroll down any further, instead, you can grab this calendar on Boohoo for just £40 here.

Contents
  • 1 x I Heart Revolution Molten Lip
  • 1 x Skinny Tan Choc Instant Tan
  • 1 x Glamourise Eyelashes
  • 1 x Velvotan Mitt
  • 1 x Fluffy Bow Spa Headband
  • 1 x I Heart Revolution Mini Palette
  • 1 x Rimmel Lip Liner
  • 1 x Mini Tanologist Tanning Drops
  • 1 x Soothing 2 Pack Face Masks
  • 1 x Cuticle Set
  • 1 x Rimmel Nail Varnish
  • 1 x Bubble T Grape Bath Pearls
  • 1x I Heart Revolution Eyeliner
  • 1 x Rose Gold Lash Applicator
  • 1 x Carmex Lip Balm
  • 1 x Sleek Shattered Glass Lip Topper
  • 1 x Beauty Blending Sponge
  • 1 x Sunkissed Easy Brow
  • 1 x Sleek Highlighter Palette
  • 1 x Barry M Nail Varnish
  • 1 x Eylure Enchanted Eyelashes
  • 1 x Jade Roller
  • 1 x OH K! 3 Step Face Mask
  • 1 x Eyelash Curlers
It is available right now on Boohoo*, though I suspect at this price, it won't be around for much longer. If you know someone who loves their high street brands and want to gift a mixture of skincare, makeup and accessories, this is a great gift.








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L’Occitane Les Miniatures Eaux de Toilettes Collection

Christmas for me always involves L'Occitane in someway, usually from the Almond Collection as a treat because it is my favourite. Today sees the turn of the Les Miniatures Eaux de Toilettes Collection, described as being a trio of floral scented treasures to surprise and delight your loved ones. However, it is selling quickly and is on offer, costing less than £20!
L’Occitane Les Miniatures Eaux de Toilettes Collection
Packaged inside a beautiful bright red box with gold lettering, which is incredibly festive looking, is a selection of the bestseller fragrances from L'Occitane, in miniature glass bottles to make it all the more unique. The fragrances inside are Neroli & Orchidee, Terre de Lumiere L’Eau and Cherry Blossom, so you’re getting a good mix of notes and moods. The bottles are each 7.50ml with the exception of Terre de Lumiere which is 5ml.

If you are familiar with L'Occitane fragrances, then you will be aware that each and every one has a story to tell. Whether you like floral, zesty or something a little bit fresh, there is a choice of over 20 to choose from. 
L’Occitane Les Miniatures Eaux de Toilettes Collection
L’Occitane Les Miniatures Eaux de Toilettes Collection
The three bottles inside this box are all completely different in note, scent and longevity and for me, each one is just as divine as the next.
  • Neroli & Orchidee is my favourite scent of the three, it is a really fresh scent but the zesty notes of orange and mandarin which capture your attention. The inclusion of white orchid brings a soft creaminess to those fruity notes before the warmness of both musk and iris settle down to create a wonderful, long-lasting fragrance. . 
  • Terre de Lumiere L'eau is described as being tender, feminine, floral fragrance inspired by Provence at first light. It opens with bergamot and pink pepper notes which are said to be reminiscent of the fresh air of dawn. Then, if you imagine the sun, just as it warms the earth, the floral notes of pink peony come through to dance with the bergamot before the base notes of Bitter Almond Essence, Tonka Bean, White Musk dry down to offer an earthy scent.
  • Cherry Blossom is described as being a delicate scent and it is one which sits within the fruity-floral family. It has opening notes of Cherry, Freesia and Blackcurrant which remain dominant throughout the scent and mixed in come the heart notes of Cherry Blossom and Lily of the valley which again play to this being a fruity-floral before the base notes of Rosewood, Amber and Musk hold the rest of the notes together to keep this long-lasting and fairly sweet and one which reminds me of summer.
As a trio, this is quite the collection, perfect for anyone who is a fan of the brand and wants to add to their fragrance stash or venture to a side of L'Occitane they might not yet have gone too. It also makes an impressive gift and at just £19 here*, worth £26 it is one to grab before it sells out!







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Monday, 23 November 2020

Time Of Your Life - The Newest Beauty Box Subscription Around

Beauty PR and author Karen Davies very recently launched Time of Your Life, a beauty subscription service and online community hub aimed at women aged 35 and upwards. Each month, the box is packed with established and emerging skin and body care brands, worth over £110. I was kindly sent a box to look at.
Time Of Your Life - The Newest Beauty Box Subscription Around
Each month the box, which costs £35, will feature both full-sized and luxury travel sized items, if ever there is a sachet, that is not counted towards to total cost of the products inside, it is just an extra treat. Every month, before the box is dispatched, a newsletter will be sent out to let the recipient know what is inside the box, what I love is that you can opt out of the newsletter, meaning your surprise won't be ruined. 

I was given an insight as to what your box might look like and I was really impressed with the contents.  Firstly is the book, aptly titled 'The Time of Your Life' and written by the lovely Karen who came up with this subscription box idea.  The book, which went on to become a number one bestseller with Amazon is about her experience of how to live your best life in midlife, how you need to live as a midlife woman, what no one has told you and the surprises along the way. It's about finding a Power Decade that, for once, is just about you. With the book came five beauty products:
  • Gatineau Radiance Enhancing Gommage - A pearlescent gel that liquefies when massaged into skin, to help gently remove impurities and help brighten the look of your complexion.
  • Living Proof Restore Repair Mask - As well as being a treatment that nourishes and refreshes your locks, it also targets areas that are damaged, helping to improve the overall appearance of frazzled strands and split ends for a sleeker, smoother finish.
  • Leighton Denny Time Repair Anti-ageing Miracle Oil - This is a beautiful treatment oil which hydrates and softens hand and cuticles.
  • Oryza Beauty Dewy Glow Balm - An all-purpose skin and lip balm with UVA and UVB filters for sun protection, it is moisturising, anti-inflammatory, protective and soothing for all skin types. 
  • Aromatherapy Associates Anti-ageing Fine Line Face Oil - Using a a supreme blend of Rose and Patchouli oils as well as Evening Primrose and Ximenia, to encourage glowing, healthy skin performance. Apple and Raspberry Seed oils plump skins surface softening fine lines to leave skin radiant and renewed.
I am sure you will agree that this is quite the line up of products with some really big brands being represented in this box.  It also makes an incredible gift. If you know someone in their mid-30's for whom you find it difficult to buy a gift for, right now via TOYL, there is an offering of a 3 month subscription, worth over £300 on offer for just £105. The gift is sent in the form of a gift card along with a beauty gift worth £20 and all the recipient has to do is to follow the instructions to activate the account - I absolutely love this idea and can think of a few of my friends who would love this as a gift.



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