Friday, 15 March 2024

Beauty Easter Eggs 2024

As far back as I can remember, Beauty Easter Eggs have been a 'thing' and why not.  Without question, I think beauty Easter eggs are a lot of fun, especially if, like me you are a bit of a beauty buff and absolutely love any excuse to try new brands, love kooky packaging and like a bit of a treat.
Beauty Easter Eggs 2024
This year, the Beauty Easter selection is quite extensive, with some already being on sale and some yet to be revealed, so here is a selection.

Lookfantastic - £60 here
Beauty Easter Eggs 2024
Said to be worth over £200, the Lookfantastic Beauty Easter Egg features 7 must-have treats, including NEW Sol de Janeiro alongside bestsellers from ELEMIS and Medik8.

Contents

  • ELEMIS Superfood Facial Oil 15ml (full-size) - worth £50
  • Sol de Janeiro Delícia Drench Body Butter 25ml (deluxe-size) - worth £10
  • Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 15ml (full-size) - worth £54
  • Anastasia Beverly Hills Dewy Set Setting Spray 100ml (full-size) - worth £26
  • Caudalie Beauty Elixir 30ml (deluxe-size) - worth £15
  • ICONIC London Enrich and Elevate Mascara in shade Black (full-size) - worth £22
  • Philip Kingsley Elasti-Styler 5-in-1 Treatment 100ml (full-size) - worth £29
Plus, if you subscribe to The Box today you will get an exclusive £10 discount on this Beauty Egg 2024!


Find the Lookfantastic Easter Egg - £60 here

L'Occitane - On sale here riced between £18.50-£25
Beauty Easter Eggs 2024
From L'Occitane for 2024 there is an incredible choice of 4 different Easter Eggs to choose from.

Starting with the L’Occitane Almond Premium Easter Egg which is worth £30.00 and is on sale priced at just £25.00. Inside you will find:
  • Almond Shower Oil (250ml) 
  • Almond Hand Cream (30ml)
L’Occitane Almond Easter Egg which is worth £22.50 and is on sale, priced at just £18.50. Inside you will find three incredible treats from the Almond range which are:
  • 75ml Almond Shower Oil
  • 20ml Almond Milk Concentrate
  • 30ml Almond Delicious Hands
L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Egg which is worth £22.50 and is on sale, priced at just £18.50 here. Inside you will find three treats from the Cherry Blossom range which includes:
  • 75ml Cherry Blossom Shower Gel
  • 35ml Cherry Blossom Body Lotion
  • 30ml Cherry Blossom Hand Cream
L’Occitane Shea Easter Egg  which is worth £22.50 and is on sale, priced at £18.50. Again inside, you will find three treats from the Shea range and they include:
  • 75ml Shea Shower Oil
  • 30ml Shea Butter Hand Cream
  • 20ml Ultra Rich Body Cream
You can find all of the Easter Gift ideas from L'Occitane right here.


GlossyBox - £40 here
Beauty Easter Eggs 2024
This year, the GlossyBox Easter Egg 2024 is said to be worth over £167 and it is on sale now, priced at just £40 or just £30 for Glossy Box subscribers.

Featuring a collection of 12 beauty treats from brands such as Peter Thomas roth, E.L.F Comseics and This Works.

Contents:

  • L’Oreal Shampoo​ & Hair Mask – Deluxe Size – Worth £17.83
  • Schwarzkopf OSIS + Session Extra Hold Hairspray​ – Deluxe Size – Worth £5.99
  • Guvu Velvet Lip Cream – Full Size – Worth £22
  • Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask ​– Deluxe Size – Worth £10.95
  • Amix Eye Revive Eye Mask ​– Full Size – Worth £3.99
  • Elemis Pro Collagen Morning Matrix ​– Deluxe Size – Worth £49
  • Elf Power Grip Primer – Deluxe Size – Worth £5
  • Iconic London Highlight Pencil ​ – Full Size – Worth £16
  • This Works Stress Check Sleep Lotion ​- Full Size – Worth £16
  • Bondi Sands Wild Strawberry Lip Balm – Full Size – Worth £4.95
  • BH Cosmetics Hangin’ n Hawaii Colour Eyeshadow Palette​ – Full Size – Worth £16
  • Lucky DIP: GUVU product
Find the GlossyBox Easter Egg - £40 here

Rituals - £37.50
Beauty Easter Eggs 2024
Featuring two Easter Eggs this year, Rituals are offering The Ritual of Sakura Easter Bath and Body Gift Set which features three amazing products from the range:
  • The Ritual of Sakura Recovery Hand Balm
  • The Ritual of Sakura Foaming Shower Gel
  • The Ritual of Sakura Hair & Body Mist for Gift Set
Then there is the The Ritual Of Karma Easter Egg Gift Set which again features three amazing products from the range:
  • The Ritual of Karma Instant Care Hand Lotion
  • The Ritual of Karma Foaming Shower Gel
  • The Ritual of Karma Hair & Body Mist for Gift Set
Both Easter Eggs are worth over £40 and are on sale for just £37.50



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Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion

Yin Your Skin skincare philosophy, inspired from the Korean beauty, relies on advanced techniques, yet very down-to-earth principles: magic exists and it can be achieved with a committed routine. The main principles of the Yin Your Skin skincare regime are to optimise the skin’s own moisture-fat balance, boost the immune defence system, maintain the pH balance, provide plenty of hydration and adopt optimal application techniques and gua sha massage. Anyone who reads my blog will know that I love cleansers in all forms, so this one really excited me.
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion is designed by Katja Kokko and designed and made in small batches in Finland. The brands philosophy, the number of products is always chosen according to the skin’s unique needs. All of the ingredients used are sustainably sourced and carefully hand-picked for your best experience.  

Described as being a charismatic and holistic cleansing balm for all skin types, it has a rally soft, creamy texture which comes from the combination of cucumber seed oil and tamanu oil – which work effectively to balance and soothe the skin. Added to that is Green clay which brings brightening and deep cleansing effects to the skin.
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
To use you need to only apply a pea-sized amount onto dry face and neck and then massage carefully with damp fingers for around a minute and which point, the balm turns into a full-bodied cream. As you massage onto the skin, this balm melts effortlessly to cleanse and it rinses off with just as much ease using warm water.

I love the philosophy behind Yin Your Skin and that it replaces the term anti-aging with healthy aging, something more brands could learn to do.   You can find out more about the brand and this Skin Salva Cleansing potion here, priced at €78.00.







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Tuesday, 12 March 2024

John Lewis The Glow Beauty Edit 2024

John Lewis have released some amazing beauty boxes so far in 2024 and today sees the launch of the John Lewis The Glow Beauty Edit 2024.
John Lewis The Glow Beauty Edit 2024
The John Lewis The Glow Beauty Edit 2024 is said to be worth £191 and it is on sale now, priced at just £45.00.
Step into Spring with The Glow Beauty Edit, including a handpicked selection that promises to illuminate your complexion and ignite your inner glow.
The Glow Beauty Edit features an assortment of 9 deluxe and full-size icons, which includes full-size procuts from brands such as Rodial, Lumene and Patchology, plus my all time favourite shower oil from L'Occitane!

Contents:

  • This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle, 30ml
  • Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturising Cleanser, 30ml
  • Sisley Black Rose Skin Infusion Cream, Plumping & Radiance, 5ml
  • Votary Super Seed Nutrient Cream, Full Size, 50ml
  • Lumene Nordic-C Valo Glow Boost Eye Serum, Full Size, 10ml
  • Rituals The Ritual of Sakura Renewing Body Scrub, 125g
  • L’OCCITANE Almond Shower Oil, 75ml
  • Patchology Serve Chilled™ Rosé Toes Foot Mask, Full Size, 2 x 9ml
  • Clarins Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask, 3ml
The John Lewis The Glow Beauty Edit 2024 is on sale now, priced at just £45.00.


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Finding Your Fragrance Match in a World of Scents

Have you ever walked by someone and found yourself taken back to a special moment in your life, all thanks to the perfume they're wearing? It's amazing how a distinctive blend of notes can become so entrenched in our memories. But with the myriad of options available, settling on your go-to scent can be quite a journey. Sometimes, it's about comparing luxury fragrances with budget-friendly finds, like discovering elegant santal 33 dupes that offer the same sophisticated vibe without breaking the bank. Whether you treat yourself to a high-end perfume or find joy in a more affordable essence, the adventure lies in finding that scent that feels like you.

The Power of Perfume To Evoke Memories

The link between scents and memories isn't just poetic; it's deeply rooted in our biology. Scents travel directly to the brain's limbic system, the area closely associated with memory and emotion. Who hasn't caught a whiff of a particular fragrance and been instantly transported back in time? I remember smelling a perfume that was my grandmother's favourite, and though she's no longer with us, that scent makes it seem like she's right there. Whether it's the smell of fresh-cut grass taking you back to your childhood garden or a specific blend of spices that reminds you of holiday dinners, perfumes hold this spellbinding power. They weave the invisible tapestries of our lives, drawing together threads of moments long past.

Indeed, the nexus of olfaction and recollection endows perfume with its time-traveling properties. It's as if each bottle contains a liquid almanack of our emotions, with chapters that span the gamut of jubilance, longing, and solace. For many, a signature scent becomes a sort of olfactory diary, with each spritz chronicling a day, an event, or a phase in life. To come upon a long-forgotten bottle is to thumb through pages of this diary, to revisit the silent yet vivid reminiscences etched in the mind's eye. The alchemy of how these scents are formulated is more than mere chemistry; it's a bridge between our present self and the echoes of times past.

Moreover, a scent's ability to trigger memory is not just a frivolous feature but a powerful tool that can contribute to our well-being. A familiar fragrance can soothe the mind, providing comfort in moments of stress or loneliness. In therapeutic settings, aroma compounds are often part of holistic practices like aromatherapy, where they serve to realign emotional balance and enhance mental clarity. The pursuit of a personal fragrance thus becomes an act of self-care, where the chosen perfume nurtures the soul as well as the senses.

The Mystery and Delight of Unisex Fragrances

Perfume has traditionally been seen through the lens of gender, with specific scents aimed at men or women. But as society evolves, so too does the world of perfumery. Gender-neutral fragrances are on the rise, offering a spectrum of scents designed for anyone to enjoy. These unisex perfumes break free from traditional boundaries, allowing us to focus on what truly matters—the scent itself. Selecting a unisex perfume is an intimate adventure, one that carries the freedom of self-expression without the constraints of gender labels. It's like sharing a favourite book with a friend, where the personal connection to the story transcends who you are in the eyes of the world.

Ensuring Your Fragrance Lasts From Dawn Till Dusk

There's a subtle art to making your cherished scent last throughout the day. It starts with the point of application—the pulse points, where the warmth of your body gently activates the perfume. Layering your fragrance with a matching body lotion can also work wonders, creating a base that helps to lock in the scent. But it's not just about applying; how you store your fragrances is paramount. Light and heat can degrade the delicate compounds, so keeping your bottles in a cool, dark place will ensure your perfume stays true to its original bouquet. And isn't there something charming about reaching for that elegantly designed bottle, knowing the scent inside is preserved just for you?

Blending the Old With the New in Modern Perfumery

The world of fragrances is ever-evolving. Time-honored classics continue to enchant us, serving as the benchmark for quality and sophistication. These iconic scents have told the stories of generations, becoming almost heirlooms in their own right. Yet, the perfume landscape is also shaped by contemporary trends and innovations. Ingredients once unthought-of and blending techniques that push creative boundaries are defining the new wave of perfumes. Ethically sourced ingredients and sustainability have also entered the arena, influencing modern consumers' choices. As we take a more conscious approach to our purchases, the industry shifts towards creating scents that don't just smell good but also do good.

Whether you're in pursuit of a scent reminiscent of esteemed classics or something that speaks to the modern notes of the here and now, there's a fragrance journey waiting for you. Dive into the exploration, and let your personal scent be your ultimate accessory, one that translates the essence of your individuality into the poetic language of perfume. The right fragrance is out there, ready to become a part of your story, a scent to remember. Enjoy the voyage of discovery – it's truly scentsational!





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