Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 – On Sale Now

The 2023 Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar is now on sale, you can pre-order it from today and everything you need to know can be found in this post.

The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 is worth an incredible £1173, but it can be yours for just £250. Available for pre-order right now to members of the Harrods MyBeauty Rewards programme, which is free to join and then your calendar will be dispatched from 1st September. 

If you don't want to see what is inside this Advent Calendar, then please do not scroll down any further because there is a list of the entire contents. 

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What’s inside 

• Kylie Cosmetics High Gloss
• Decree Treat Tincture 30ml
• Augustinus Bader Rich Cream 15ml
• BioEffect EGF Serum 5ml
• Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge
• REN Clean Skincare Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic 250ml
• ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Overnight Matrix 30ml
• Living Proof Perfect hair Day (PhD) Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo 83ml
• Rodial Dragon’s Blood Eye Gel 15ml
• 111SKIN Celestial Black Diamond Brightening Essence 30ml
• Aromatherapy Associates Bath And Shower Oil 55ml
• Eve Lom Cleanser
• Sunday Riley CEO Glow Vitamin C and Turmeric Face Oil 15ml
• Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes! Mascara
• Gisou Honey Infused Shampoo 75ml
• EviDenS de Beauté The Night Recovery Solution 30ml
• Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt 75ml
• NARS Cosmetics Afterglow Lip Balm
• Gisou Honey Infused Conditioner 50ml
• Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum 10ml
• DERMALOGICA Precleanse Oil 30ml
• Acqua di Parma Shower Gel 75ml
• Chāmpo Haircare Pitta growth serum 30ml
• RéVive Masque des Yeux Instant De-Puffing Gel Eye Mask
• Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Shadow
• Floraïku Between Two Trees

This is an impressive list of contents inside the Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar for 2023 and, if you want to be kept up to date of news on other Beauty Advent Calendars, then I have them listed right here.

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Common Foot Problems Caused by High Heel Shoes

High heels may make you feel taller and more beautiful. Beauty is often sacrificed for fashion. Even the best, most luxurious pair are uncomfortable. They can also cause pain which leaves feet aching after walking. For instance, you will experience fatigue, pain, and energy drain after a long day in heels. In this case, foot patches are recommended by Mewing.coach to eliminate toxins and leave you feeling refreshed.

However, while foot patches help to relieve pain in the short run, regular wearing may also create several foot problems. High heels can compromise ankle stability and increase injury risk. They apply significant pressure to the forefoot's plantar region, causing discomfort in the leg, back, and foot. Long-term usage can lead to structural abnormalities in the foot, requiring surgical intervention. Some of the foot disorders that have been linked to wearing high heels regularly include:

Foot Problems Associated with Wearing High Heels Regularly

A doctor can diagnose foot conditions caused by frequent high heels wearing. These include:

• Chronic Back and Knee Pain: Maintaining balance on high heels requires adjusting the rest of the body. Your knees and back bear the shifting weight leading to some mild pain. However, wearing ill-fitting shoes daily for an extended period can develop into chronic pain and arthritis.

• Calluses and Corns: Wearing high heels can cause a corn or callus. These are thick and painful growths on your foot. A corn occurs on the side or top of your toes, while a callus occurs on the sole.  The best treatment method is through trimming or cutting them away. However, ensure a podiatrist does the procedure.

• Bunions: A bunion is also known as hallux valgus. It is a bump on the big toe joint that forms after years of pressure. A bunion occurs when the toe leans inward against smaller toes, pushing the joint out of alignment. Note that high heels do not cause bunions but can encourage them to form and worsen the condition. They crowd the toes, exacerbating the underlying structural issue and aggravating inflamed tissue. Also, as the bunion grows, the big toe turns towards or on top of the adjacent toe.

• Hammertoe: A hammertoe is the bending of joints in your second, third, fourth, and little toes due to the frequent wearing of high heels. It is easy to manage a hammertoe through non-invasive measures. However, if untreated, you need to undergo foot surgery.

• Plantar Fasciitis: High heels can cause plantar fasciitis. This is a pain sensation in the fascia connecting the heel to the toes. It can also manifest as inflammation or soreness on the foot sole. The strain on the heels can worsen the condition. Avoid wearing high heels, apply ice, use arch supports, or take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve the pain.

• Achilles Tendonitis: The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Frequent high-heel wearing cause excessive limits to your range of motion. This leads to premature tightness and an increased risk of injury. Kicking off shoes causes Achilles tendonitis, requiring re-stretched for daily walking.

• Morton's Neuroma: High heels can cause Morton's Neuroma, affecting the ball of the foot between the third and fourth toes. This condition occurs when the forefoot overloads the front joints, causing inflammation. You will experience sharp, burning pain in the ball. Your toes will experience stinging, burning, or numbing sensations.

Conclusion

Feet are crucial in balance, support, posture, and well-being. High heels can cause imbalance, poor posture, pain, and ongoing foot problems. To avoid these issues, consider the risks of high heels. However, prevention is better than cure. Hence, choose rounded or open-toed shoes with wiggle room and a soft insole. Also, consider taking breaks in heels by limiting walking time and having a second pair of flat shoes. Ensure you seek medical attention if you experience chronic pain due to your footwear.

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Lookfantastic 2023 beauty advent calendar

The 2023 Lookfantastic Advent Calendar is back for 2023 and it is amazing value for money once again and one you need to look at.

Officially launching on 1st October, you’ll be able to pre-order Lookfantastic’s 2023 beauty advent calendar from 1 September. Inside you will find a total of 27 products inside, of which 12 will be full-size and alongside the likes of NARS, MAC and Elemis, you will also find Disciple, Coco & Eve and GRANDE Cosmetics.

If you don't want to see what is inside this Advent Calendar, then please do not scroll down any further because there is a list of the entire contents.  In the meantime, last year, those who subscribed to the Lookfantastic beauty box were able to save an additional £15 discount, so if you haven't signed up it's worth considering, just in case.

Join the waiting list here

Here's what is inside this year's calendar:

• Elemis | Pro-Collagen Marine Moisture Essence | Deluxe Size
• ESPA | Positivity Bath and Shower Gel | Deluxe Size
• Dr Paw Paw | Collagen Lip Oil | Full Size
• NARS | Orgasm Blush | Deluxe Size
• Disciple | Shadow Work AHA Brightening Serum | Full Size
• Sol de Janeiro | Brazilian Bum Bum Cream | Deluxe Size
• LOOKFANTASTIC | Bespoke Makeup Brush Set and Velvet Pouch | Full Size
• Eyeko | Black Magic Liquid Liner | Deluxe Size
• Ciaté | Dewy Skin Vitamin C Glass Glow Primer | Deluxe Size
• Origins | Mega Mushroom Treatment | Full Size
• Color Wow | Color Security Shampoo and Conditioner | Deluxe Size
• Nudestix | Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm | Deluxe SizeISOCLEAN | Makeup Brush Cleaner | Deluxe Size
• GRANDE Cosmetics | GrandeLASH-MD Lash Enhancing Serum | Full Size
• LOOKFANTASTIC x Aery | Winter Thyme Candle | Deluxe Size
• BEAUTYPRO | Retinol Eye Masks | Full Size
• MAC | MACStack Mascara Mega Brush | Full Size
• RealTechniques | Miracle Complexion Sponge | Full Size
• First Aid Beauty | Ultra Repair Cream | Full Size
• Avant | Hyaluronic Acid Molecular Boost Eye Cream | Full Size
• Medik8 | Surface Radiance Cleanse and C-Tetra Serum | Deluxe Size
• Coco & Eve | Like A Virgin Hair Masque | Full Size
• Rituals | Rituals of Jing Body Scrub | Deluxe Size
• Eve Lom | Rescue Mask | Deluxe Size
• ICONIC London | Day to Slay Palette | Full Size

As a reminder, the 2023 Lookfantastic advent calendar is to be priced at £99 but is worth over £565 - a huge saving!

Join the waiting list here

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Antipodes Lime Caviar Collagen-Rich Firming Cream

One of my favourite products ever is the Antipodes is the Aura Manuka Honey Mask, which I have shared quite a few times. Today I am back with the latest launches from the brand Lime Caviar Collagen-Rich Firming Cream.

Described as being an anti-ageing organic face moisturiser to firm and plump-up skin, this AHA moisturiser is certified organic and vegan, and is suitable for most skin types, especially dry and mature. I have combination-oily skin, but with that, I am prone to dry patches of skin too, usually on my cheeks and on my forehead, so over the years ive come to learn that hydration is key.

This cream from Antipodes is wonderfully thick, luxuriously rich in fact but don't let that put you off. Designed to be used in the morning to freshly cleansed skin after you have applied your favourite serum, you need just a small amount because a little goes a very long way. Despite the thickness of this cream, it does absorb really quickly without being greasy or tacky and, if like me you are already a fan of the brand, you will know it is packed with amazing ingredients, in this case there is three that are worthy of a mention.

Key Ingredients

• Peptide compound Sepilift™ DPHP - A high-tech peptide compound, derived from nature, that boosts collagen
• Lime caviar extract - Rich in AHAs, to improve skin texture and foster a radiant skin tone
• Avocado Oil - Lipid rich, it is packed with nutrients and fatty acids to nourish

Plus it also includes COSMOS-certified fragrance of floral lime which really comes noticeable as you masage the cream onto you skin and it is a scent I absolutely adore, immediately uplifting without being too over-powering, it leaves me skin looking radiant.

As the name suggests, this is a Collagen-rich firming cream which has been designed to target the three signs of ageing by

• supporting skin’s collagen production,
• smoothing wrinkle appearance, and
• plumping skin for a healthy, youthful glow.

The first thing I noticed when trying it for the first time was how firming it was, and now after using this moisturiser for a few weeks, there’s been a difference in the elasticity of my skin, It feels tighter and smoother.

On my skin, I love how soft, hydrated and smooth my face feels after using this cream, despite the thick texture, there has been no irritation or break-outs but my skin does feel firmer after a few weeks of using it, so I can't wait to see the difference over the coming weeks and months as I continue on this journey.

Priced around £35, you can find the Antipodes Lime Caviar Collagen-Rich Firming Day Cream on most websites.  It is also certified vegan by the UK Vegetarian Society and it is also worth noting that Antipodes is committed to re-purposing, reusing and recycling, including using recyclable boxes made from 100% biodegradable cardboard, as well as glass bottles, aluminium tubes and printing with 100% eco ink from vegetables.

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