Dr Jackson Skincare - An Introduction

I first came across Dr Jackson as a brand via a beauty box back in 2015 and since then, they haven't been a brand I have really got to know. When they kindly offered to send me a few of their products to try, I immediately agreed and I am so glad that I did. This is an introduction to Dr Jackson as a brand and whilst I am getting to know them, this post will be updated from time to time, but I just wanted to share some of their products with you.

Dr Jackson’s, is described as being a sustainable, science-led cosmetics company that creates natural skincare products and organic herbal teas. Fascinated by nature from a young age, Dr Simon Jackson, a scientist, spent over 2 decades studying indigenous plants and their uses in traditional medicines.  As a brand, they officially launched back in 2012 and the brand has moisturisers, oils, toners and cleansers across the skincare sphere and those are what I am sharing in this post.

Starting off with Dr Jackon's 07 Face Wash (£30) and it is described as being a gentle face wash which cleanses and hydrates the skin as well as working to help remove dirt and control oiliness without stripping away skin’s natural moisture. 

This Face Wash is packed full of botanical ingredients and fruit acids such as:

• Kigelia fruit extract, mandarin orange peel oil and lemon peel oil: They work to cleanse, tone and tighten the skin.
• Baobab seed oil: helps to hydrate and nourish the skin.
• Pomegranate fruit extract: Full of antioxidants which help prevent hyper-pigmentation and sun damage, the fruit acids from the seed arils function as natural, gentle exfoliator too.
• Roman chamomile flower oil: Use for its softening and soothing properties.

What I am loving about this Face Wash is the amazing uplifting scent that is offered, it is the kind of scent that should be turned into a candle or even a room spray to be used during those moments of manic tension or down moments.  On my skin, it is every bit as gentle as promised and it does such a great job and leaving my skin feeling squeaky clean.

The second product the Everyday Oil 03 (£14.99) which is described as being a lightweight, nourishing blend of 100% natural oils which is for use on both the face and body, which also includes cuticles, the hair and your nails. The job of this oils is to work to effectively reduces the appearance of scars, stretch marks and blemishes, as well as reducing the signs of ageing.

Again, packed with some incredible ingredients, this oils includes:

• Baobab seed oil: high in fatty acids which helps to encourage regeneration and promotes elasticity as well as diminishing scarring.
• Marula seed oil and shea fruit butter: together they help to retexturise and rejuvenate the skin for a soft, youthful skin surface.
• Calendula flower extract & arnica flower extract: calmin and soothing arnica they help to fight imperfections for a clear complexion.

As I have the rollerball version and not the one which has a pipette dispenser, this oil is so easy to use and ready for travel too and I love that there is so many ways you can use this oil, my current favourite use being on an oven burn on my arm because this is really soothing.

The Face and Eye Essence 05 (£60) is a hydrating and toning gel for the face and around the eyes and is designed to be used after cleansing.  

I am a huge fan of using an Essence as part of my skincare routine when I feel my skin is a bit drier than usual to the touch.  This one, like the rest of the products within the range is also packed with incredible ingredients:

• Baobab seed oil and kigelia fruit extract: which together are nourishing and help to even out skin tone and promote elasticity for a healthy, youthful texture.
• Damask rose flower water, aloe leaf juice and roman chamomile flower: which work together with their calming properties as well as helping to alleviate puffiness and enliven the complexion for instant rejuvenation.

What I am loving about this Essence is that you only need a very small amount, as it is an essence, its texture is slightly lighter than a serum, so less is more.

Up next is the Body Toning Essence 06 (£50) and it is described as being an all-over hydrating and firming body toner to revitalise, regenerate and soothe the skin.

As a gel, it applies to the skin like a dream without being too thick or slimy, once in contact with the skin, it absorbs really quickly, I was surprised at just how little effort I had to apply to ensure this Toning Essence melted into my skin. Again, it is nutrient rich and contains some amazing ingredients which includes

• Baobab seed oil and kigelia fruit extract: a regular feature within Dr Jackson skincare, within this product they are used to hydrate, nourish and promote the skin’s elasticity for a smooth, supple texture.
• Sea buckthorn kernel oil: this is known for its restorative, soothing properties and it is really effective for rejuvenating tired looking skin,
• Bitter orange flower oil and patchouli leaf oil: Used for their soft, uplifting aroma which is fragrant without being too much or too bitter.

This is perfect for use after bathing or showering once you have just dried your skin, the heat from your skin naturally helps this product to absorb and it leaves behind a delightful lingering scent as well as soft, smooth feeling skin.

The final product that I have been playing with the Night Cream 02 (£40) and not only is this a divine rich cream to use, it is designed to nourish, moisturise and hydrate your skin as you sleep.

The formula which is thick without being too thick, is once again packed full of delightful ingredients which include the likes of

• Kigelia fruit extract: As you might have guess, it is known for its calming and soothing properties and it also works to erase imperfections and even out skin tone.
• Baobab seed oil: It is high in fatty acids and works to encourage regeneration and promote elasticity whilst visibly tightening the skin and diminishing scarring.

Alongside those two is also the inclusion of frankincense which is a great scent to help you drift off to sleep but it is also really soothing on the skin, plus there is the use of mango seed butter which is said to help to protect the skin against environmental contaminants.

As an introduction to Dr Jackson's as a brand, I can't help but want to try everything they have to offer already, this is an incredibly impressive line-up which I am still dipping in and out of whilst this post has gone live on my blog.  Having had a bout of Covid, I found my skin really suffered, it has become really dry and irritated, so I am living for the Face and Eye Essence as well as the Everyday Oil, both of which are incredibly soothing and calming.

You can find Dr Jackson on sale via their own website or Lookfantastic

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Space NK Launch Three Discovery Bundles

Space NK has lauched three different Discovery Bundles to choose from and I am torn between which one is the best of the three. In recent weeks, Space NK launched the most amazing box of candles, which is every candle lovers dream, so to find these three Discovery Sets is a bit of a coup!

The first bundle we have is The Sleep Bundle, worth £98 it is on sale for just £38 here and it features three amazing products.

If, like me, your hectic lifestyle means your mind is racing long after the lights go out, then this set is perfect for you. 

We understand and value the importance of sleep, it’s vital for recovery and wellbeing, and so have compiled this dreamy trio of sleep-inducing beauty rituals to help you practice better sleep habits and send you on your way to a solid seven hours.

Inside the bundle you will find

• Kora Noni Glow Sleeping Mask (100ml): With its nourishing formula, the mask works to soothe, smooth and plump the skin, contributing towards a softer, more radiant complexion.
• This Works Sleep Plus Deep Pillow Spray Vegan (50ml): With encapsulated lavender, chamomile and vetivert essential oils, this pillow spray works to promote longer and less interrupted sleep.
• Bamford English Lavender Candle (140g): With fresh floral top notes and woody undertones, this candle helps to soothe and relax the senses.

Every single one of these products is calling my name, but just how wonderful does that Bamford Candle sound?  On sale now for £38 this is an amazing line up.

The second collection is the Luxury Beauty Discovery Bundle and it is worth £327 but is on sale for just £125 and that is an incredible saving!

This Luxury Beauty Discovery Bundle features four products from some very big brands and it is said to be perfect for creating that much wanted radiant skin.  The four products included are:

• Dr. Barbara Sturm The Good C Vitamin C Serum (30ml): This serum helps to reduce uneven pigmentation, improve tone and support collagen and hyaluronic acid synthesis, using zinc as a booster to transport vitamin C effectively into the skin without irritation.
• ReVive Moisturizing Renewal Cream Nightly Retexturizer (15ml): Enriched with bio-renewal protein, this serum works to slough away particles of dirt and dead skin cells that can cause dullness while retexturing and recharging the complexion with moisturising ingredients.
• 111Skin Rose Gold Treatment Mask: Infused with brightening agents such as 24 Karat Gold, Rosa Damascus Extract and Silk Amino Acids that work to smooth the appearance of an uneven complexion, this decadent facial mask leaves an incandescent in finish.
• Natura Bisse Diamond Cocoon Sheer Eye (25ml): Protect the skin around the eye from the stresses of modern life.

Again, valued at over £325 it is on sale right now for just £125 and I wouldn't be unhappy finding this under my tree!

The final bundle, which will be released soon is the Home Discovery Bundle and this is the one that really caught my attention.  Said to be worth over £110, it will be on sale for just £50 and it features some amazing products.

Once again, this Home Discovery Bundle features four products have been carefully curated to bring a sense of calm and comfort to your everyday rituals.

From washing your hands, to working or relaxing in a scented room, taking a bath, or spritzing your pillow with sleep-inducing lavender before lights out - these four aromatherapy-based beauties will help turn your living space into a heavenly sanctum. 

Staying in is the new going out, after all!

The four products featured within this bundle are:

• Space NK Voyage Hand Wash (350ml): Made with uplifting adaptogen ashwaghanda, along with apricot seed and aloe vera, this cleansing formula works to soften and reinvigorate skin.
• Aromatherapy Associates Light Relax Bath and Shower Oil (55ml): The ideal remedy to modern life, the oil helps to ease tension, decrease stress, and promote a good night’s sleep.
• Cowshed Winter Diffuser (100ml): The Winter diffuser blends Rose, Neroli and Ylang-Ylang essential oils with notes of Cinnamon and Clove to create a warming floral fragrance that brings comfort to any home.
• This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray (75ml): The perfect remedy to modern living and the consequences of a hectic lifestyle, the spray will aid an effortless night’s sleep without the need for chemical intervention.

I absolutely love Aromatherapy Associated and this Light Relax Bath and Shower Oil on its own is worth £49, so to get a box featuring four products for just £50 is well worth splashing out in my opinion.  No date as to when this box will go on sale, but you can find it right here with Space NK and it will be £50.

For me, these three bundles are just delightful sounding and I would struggle to choose between the three, but the last Bundle, The Home Discovery offering is the one currently tempting me and I am looking forward to it going on sale!

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Cult Beauty More Beauty Sleep Box

Cult Beauty have recently had a series of 'More' themed boxes from More Glam, More Him, More Indulgence and More Glow to the latest launch of More Beauty Sleep and this is a really good edit.

When it launches, this box will be priced at just £45 and considering it is worth over £245, plus the contents inside, it is amazing value for money and will be on my wishlist!

Because elevating your beauty ritual is our ultimate mission, we're always curating selections of beauty must-haves that are destined to delight; the next in a line of thrill-inducing arrivals, the More Beauty Sleep edit brings together everything you’ll need to schedule some much-needed ‘me’ time this festive season. Overflowing with skin care for your evening routine as well as bath and body heroes to help you unwind, plus ultra-chic bed time accessories.

Cult Beauty does currently have a waiting list set up for this box which you can join to be alerted to its sale, of course I am on that waiting list!  

Inside the box you will find three full size formulas, one deluxe face oil, three travel sizes, three pairs of eyes masks and a trio of bed time accessories.  Here is the list of contents

• BIOEFFECT EGF Serum (5ml) - travel size
• Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Hydra Gel Eye Masks x 3
• Hourglass Equilibrium Rebalancing Cream Cleanser (27ml) - travel size;
• a Kitsch Satin Sleep Set, complete with a blush tie-dye pillow case, scrunchie and sleep mask;
• Medik8 Sleep Glycolic (30ml) - Full size
• MOLTON BROWN Bath & Shower Gel in ‘Relaxing Ylang-Ylang’ - travel size;
• Odacite Soul Soothing Bath Soak (227g) - Full Size
• a Lavender Moon Body Lotion from Pacifica (148ml);
• Scientia Dusk Elixir Active Oil Blend (30ml)- Deluxe
• Sunday Riley Slumber Party Pillow Spray (50ml) - Full Size

How incredible is this box? All of these products come packaged inside a Cult Beauty branded More Beauty Sleep Box and all for just £45!

Sign up to the Waiting List for the Cult Beauty More Beauty Sleep Box

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Ren Clean Skincare Christmas Gift Sets

This year, Ren Clean Skincare has been on quite the journey, it has released a new collection called the Bio Retinoid's which I will be sharing with you shortly on my blog and 87% of their products now meet their zero waste target of getting to 100% and that is quite the achievement if I am honest, for a brand to make as many changes without ruining or spoiling what they have, without increasing their costs to the consumer and its loyal fan base but with the environment, the planet and you in mind.

As ever, Christmas is coming, a little quicker than I would quite like because it is mid-December  and I haven't even thought about who is getting what as yet. Thankfully, REN are on hand to give you a bit of help in choosing something for that special someone and here I am to share two of those gift sets with you.

The first option is the Limited Edition Deluxe Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic (£39) and it has been supersized, it is so big it is almost as big as me at 500ml.

I am a huge fan of this AHA Tonic and first featured it on my blog back in February 2018 when it was first released.  The AHA Tonic is described as being a toner that provides the skin with a daily dose of clean bio-active extracts to help you get glowing. This tonic is formulated with the pH of 3.5; the optimum pH at which your skin naturally exfoliates. Within Ready Steady Glow, REN use and harness the power of three sustainable, natural bio-actives - Lactic Acid, Salicin and Azelaic Acid Precursor and each one of these ingredients works together to dissolve dead and dey skin, cleanse your pores, help balance the skin's natural sebum levels and helps to boost radiance, hydration and elasticity.

You can find the Limited Edition Deluxe Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic on sale with REN, Selfridges and Cult Beauty.

The second gift set is one that is just brilliant and something that REN does so well. Called the All is Bright Gift Set (£57) and it is described as being a tonic and overnight cream to help brighten and correct an uneven skin tone.

Inside the accompany gift pouch, which is a 100% recycled travel kraft bag, you will find two of REN's incredible products the Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic shown above and the Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream.

• Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic, 100ml  - As mentioned above, this is one of REN's bestselling products and even though it is incredibly gentle on the skin, it used the properties of Lactic Acid (AHA), Salicin (BHA) and Willow Bark which come together to exfoliate, brighten, tighten and hydrate but that isn't all, this AHA tonic also helps to minimise the appearance of pores; for a smooth, even and energised complexion. 
• Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream - This is a wonderfully rich and hydrating overnight treatment which has been specifically formulated to target hyperpigmentation as well as to re-energise your skin without affecting or lightening your natural skin tone. It uses 94% naturally derived ingredient blend of Phyto Glycogen to help recharge skin, and an Encapsulated Algae Complex to target the appearance of hyperpigmentation without lightening the rest of your complexion.

This is a wonderful gift for anyone who is suffering from dull, dehydrated skin that is in need some of urgent TLC because together these two products are quite the powerhouse and you can find it on sale with REN, Cult Beauty, Look Fantastic and many other stockists.

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