Crabtree & Evelyn Pinkie Power - Hand Cream Trio

Every year I go through tubes of hand cream, without a doubt there is always a tube or three in my handbag, the same on my desk and bedside table.  To that end, Crabtree & Evelyn have got the perfect gift for those, who like me, love their hand creams - Pinkie Power, a Trio of Hand Creams.

I absolutely love the packaging of these hand creams, more so when the outer sleeve is removed to unveil this black and white striped box. Inside Crabtree & Evelyn have selected three of their most favoured hand creams in 25ml tubes and have brought them together in one package.

The first hand cream is one I am a huge fan of and that is the Evelyn Rose Hand Therapy. This cream is exactly as the description reads because it is richly moisturising and because it has two distinct rose extracts added to the formula, it smells just absolutely wonderful. Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil are also added and this is a perfect hand cream for anyone who has dry hands because it is incredibly hydrating and soothing.

The one hand cream from this trio I had never tried until now is the Lavender & Espresso Hand Therapy. Designed to be a hand cream which calms and restores, it also uses both Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil to ensure your hands are hydrated and moisturised, but the floral notes of Lavender which blend so well with coffee scent of Espresso are really what makes this an amazing cream for me because it smells just so amazing.

The final hand cream within this trio is the Gardeners Hand Therapy. This hand cream is fragranced with green clover, lavender, sage, rosemary and thyme which gives the very image of an incredible garden, it also hosts the ingredients of Shea Butter and Macadamia Seed Oil as with the other two hand creams within this collection. I have gone through tubes of this hand cream because it is just so good at its job of soothing and hydrating hands and despite its name, it isn't just for gardeners, but if you know someone who is a keen gardener, then there is an entire set or this range which would make a great gift!

This trio is such an incredible value for money set at £14 and one which is the perfect gift for anyone who loves their hand creams and it also makes for a great introduction to Crabtree & Evelyn too.

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Gatineau Christmas Gift guide

I have absolutely loved getting to know Gatineau over the last few years and at Christmas time they are one of the most beautifully presented. Last year I showcased the Gatineau Melatogenine Cleansing Collection (here) which was a beautiful gift in the way it was presented and this year the sets are particularly beautiful and if you are new to Gatineau, this is a brilliant introduction to the brand and with their range priced between £25 to £88 you get great value for money.  Founded in 1932 by acclaimed Parisian skincare expert Jeanne Gatineau, we are celebrating 85 years as leading specialists in anti-ageing skincare. At Gatineau, we combine natural ingredients with cutting-edge biotechnology to create highly effective skincare that delivers visible and lasting results.

The first set I have to share with you is the Gatineau Little Luxuries (£29) - Treat yourself to the Gatineau Little Luxuries Set, a collection of seven of the brand’s most beloved products to hydrate, nourish and revitalise your skin comes the description and what I love about this set is that you get a complete skincare routine made up of some amazing deluxe sized products.

The Set Contains:

• Gentle Silk Toner (50ml) - An alcohol-free toner designed to remove all traces of cleanser whilst respecting the skin’s pH and moisture levels. Formulated with soothing extracts of Silk and Cotton, pores are refined and the skin is left feeling refreshed and radiant. Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive.
• Gentle Silk Cleanser (50ml) - Enriched with delicate Silk and Cotton Extracts, this luxurious milky cleanser gently dissolves all traces of make-up and impurities whilst conditioning the skin. Using Silk Extracts which work to promote cell regeneration and improve elasticity, Cotton Extracts which leave the skin soft and comfortable before finally, Sweet Almond Oil which nourishes and softens the skin. What I really like about this cleanser is that is isn't drying on the skin or nor does it make your face feel tight after using.
• Radiance Enhancing Gommage (15ml) - Said to be perfect for sensitive skin, this mild enzymatic exfoliant is packed with fruit enzymes which remove dead cells for a radiant and energised complexion. Free from grains and beads, this gel formula is so gentle it can even be used around the eyes. It is enriched with vitamin C and helps to boost skin's natural defence. Radiance and luminosity are immediately increased and the complexion is brightened and toned
• Melatogenine Futur PLUS Mask (15ml) - Gatineau describe this product as being their most powerful anti-wrinkle formula within a luxuriously rich cream and it is designed to smooth fine lines and wrinkles brighten the complexion and eliminate signs of fatigue.
• Melatogenine AOX Advanced Rejuvenating Cream (15ml) - Give your daily skincare a powerful anti-ageing boost with our Mélatogénine AOX Advanced Rejuvenating Cream. Designed for skin showing the advanced signs of ageing, this rich moisturiser will deeply hydrate your skin whilst rewinding the effects of time. We've combined our youth activating molecule, Mélatogénine, with marine collagen to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Powerful anti-oxidants and probiotics nourish the skin for a boost in radiance. Day by day, skin is rejuvenated becoming firmer and smoother, for a younger looking you.
• Collagen Expert Smoothing Eye Pads (1 Sachet) - An instant beauty boost, our Collagen-enriched eye pads are a refreshing treat for tired eyes. The perfect preparation for a special occasion, they diminish dark shadows and reduce puffiness whilst smoothing lines and wrinkles. Alternatively, use the morning after a late night for a soothing treatment to revitalise eyes and reduce the signs of fatigue. Eyes are instantly revived and refreshed.
• DefiLift 3D Revolumising Lip Care (10ml) - This is one of Gatineau's bestselling products and is described as being a moisturising lip treatment which instantly adds long-lasting volume whilst soothing and repairing chapped lips. Using Lavender extract which smooths and strengthens the lips and Shea butter which nourishes and softens.  It is said that this is a cosmetic alternative to filling techniques. A powerful lip balm dramatically plumps and fills for a more defined appearance. After just one application, lips are smoothed, hydrated and plumped with long-lasting volume.

All of these products come packaged inside a beautiful Small Burgundy Cosmetic Bag, which I absolutely love.

The second gift within this collection is the Gatineau Perfection Ultima Smoothing Collection (£77) -  This set has a value of £199 when the items are bought separately so you can see just what amazing value it is at £77.  Described as being a collection of customer favourites including the staple Mélatogénine Futur PLUS Mask, these products once again are stored in a beautiful white cosmetic bag.

Included within this collection is:

• Perfection Ultime™ Retexturizing Beauty Cream (50ml) - Described as being a lightweight daily moisturiser which instantly hydrates and brightens the skin with Hyaluronic Acid and Cotton Extract, while protein-rich Caviar Extract and Tripeptide 1 work to restore skin health and luminosity. Geranium Oil protects from free-radicals and the complexion is smoothed and perfected with Wheat and Soy Proteins. 
• Collagene Expert™ Ultimate Smoothing Serum (30ml) - Again, described as being an intensive concentrate that uses a marine based Tri-Collagen Complex to work at different levels of the skin to give an intensely hydrating, plumping and regenerative action on wrinkles Using Gatineau’s exclusive youth molecule, Mélatogénine, this targeted serum promises to treat the early signs of ageing leaving the skin feeling smooth, plumped and radiant.
• Mélatogénine Futur PLUS™ Anti-Wrinkle Radiance Mask 75ml - Again described by Gatineau as being their most powerful anti-wrinkle formula within a luxuriously rich cream, this nourishing treatment works to leave the skin looking bright and refreshed. Again, using the brand’s patented Mélatogénine molecule, which helps to smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles whilst Marine Collagen gives a plumping effect for a younger-looking facial contour. There is also the inclusion of Lupin Extract to infuse your complexion with a healthy radiance, giving tired and fatigued skin an instant boost in just ten minutes.

There is no doubt that both of these collections are more than worth the price and what I like is that there are so many options to choose from, depending on what it is you are looking for and who you feel the products would be most suited too. Both are also a great introduction to the brand if you have no idea as to who or what they are.

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Christmas with Burt's Bees

Once again this year, Burt's Bees have an incredible range of Christmas products and today I am sharing some of them with you from stocking fillers and medium gifts to full-on gift sets which promise to keep you looking and feeling amazing from head to toe.

As always with Burt's Bees, there is something for every budget, so whether you need a last-minute Secret Santa, a stocking filler or something a little bit more special, there will be something ticking that box.

The first items from the Burt's Bees Gift Collection is called 'A Bit of Burt's Pomegranate Gift Set and it is one of my favourite items because it looks so festive in red and gold and I have mine hanging on the Christmas Tree.

Inside the bauble, you will find the Pomegranate Lip Balm (4.25g) and this is one of my favourite lip balms from the range.  It is infused with hydrating Coconut oil and vitamin-rich Pear Extract to moisturise and renew your lips and it smells just absolutely heavenly.  The second product is the Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream (8.5g) and I always have a tin of this on my desk. It has been specially formulated to moisturise and soften dry cuticles. Infused with sweet almond oil and cocoa seed butter as well as vitamin E and sunflower oil all of which help to nourish nails. It also has a wonderful fresh lemon scent.

The second gift set is the Burt's Bees Get the Look (£14.99).  If you have never tried a Burt's Bees lipstick, then you need too because they are amazing, I actually reviewed them here on my blog.

With a simple 'How To' guide, this gift set contains both a lipstick and a Tinted Lip Balm. I have shade Sunset Cruise and Rose and they work really well together or on their own. Each lipstick contains raspberry seed oil and responsibly sourced beeswax. Perfect for those who don't want a nude lip shade but rather something with a bit of colour to it as Sunset cruise is best described as being a really pretty medium coral shade. The Tinted balm in shade Rose and what I love about these balms is that they add a lovely hint of colour to the lips whilst being incredibly hydrating.

The final set in my collection is the Burt's Bees Spa Collection Gift Set (£29.99) and it is described as being a collection of an enchanting mix of products to create a relaxing and aromatic experience for a loved one and keep their skin gorgeous and glowing.

Inside the collection you will find:

• Candle-Lavender Fields (85g) - Until now, I had no idea you could get a Burt's Bees Candle and this one smells insane.  If you love the scent of Fresh Lavender, then this is one you will love.
• Detoxifying Charcoal Sheet Mask (9.35g) - This is another product I am yet to try and the mask is enriched with Charcoal, WillowBark and Honey and cleanse the skin and remove impurities whilst at the same time leaving the skin feeling nourished and moisturised.
• Moisturising Lip Mask (1 sheet) - This Lip Mask I have reviewed here but it is enriched with a blend of natural ingredients including Meadowfoam Seed and Almond Oils which both hydrate, nourish and moisturise. 
• Cucumber and Mint Lip Balm (4.25g) - This lip balm smells insanely good, once you remove the cap you get a hit of both Cucumber and Peppermint and they both work to hydrate, refresh and moisturise the lips.
• Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream (15g) - Again with its wonderful Fresh Lemon Scent, this cream has been specially formulated to moisturise and soften dry cuticles. Infused with sweet almond oil and cocoa seed butter as well as vitamin E and sunflower oil all of which help to nourish nails. 

I think this collection is an incredible value for money and it offers a real insight into Burt's Bees as a brand and showcases some amazing products.

So there are just some of the offerings from Burt's Bees this Christmas and whatever your budget, there is something to suit most needs. 

If you haven't heard the story about Burt and this brand it is really one which warms your heart, even though sadly Burt did pass away just a few years ago. It began in Maine about 30 years ago. Burt the Beekeeper was happily selling honey from the back of his truck. But fate had other ideas for the bearded hero when he met Roxanne Quimby. Burt and Roxanne hit it off and before long she was making candles with unused wax from Burt’s beehives.  From those original candles to the iconic Beeswax Lip Balm, to over 180 products — Burt’s Bees has been guided by a single principle: Nature has the best answers. At Burt’s Bees when they say ‘natural’ they mean natural. On average, Burt’s Bees products are 99% natural with over half of the products 100% natural. Burt’s Bees believes you’re at your most beautiful when what you put on your body is from Nature — after all, what goes on to your body goes into your body. Burt’s Bees formulations support your skin with the nutrients it needs – and none of the chemicals it doesn’t. Burt’s Bees products help you put your best foot, lips, skin, hair and sense of well-being forward. Every day. Available in: Lip Care and Lip Colour, Facial Skincare, Hand and Body Care, Baby Bee and many more! Over the years Burt’s Bees brand has become one of the world’s leading natural personal care brands. Burt couldn’t be more proud. None of the products from this range are tested on animals and nor do they contain petrochemicals, phthalates, parabens or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS).

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