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May-June 2015 • Issue 64 • £2.95

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1. Aloe Vera Bath & Shower Gel from SBCThe organic aloe vera soothes and hydrates whilst gently cleansing. It cleverly restores the balance to chapped dry or overheated skin. Even minor skin damage, from sunburn to windburn can be repaired by this fabulous gel. The Simply Beautiful Company makes simply beautiful products! 500ml/£20. sbcgels.co.uk 2. Conditioning Body Wash from Dermalogica This wash is suitable for all skin types and doesn’t contain any artificial fragrance or colour. Use just a small amount to achieve a rich lather which doesn’t dry out the skin. 473ml/£36.30 dermalogica.co.uk3. Soothe Body Wash from Seascape Apothecary This is gorgeous; no nasties in this wash, just 100% natural essential oils. There’s neroli to ease stress and tension, lavender to relax and calm and ylang ylang to balance your mind. It’s also enriched with Jersey honey to lock in moisture naturally, helping the skin to maintain its elasticity. 300ml/£16. seascapeuk.com

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4. Nutmeg & Ginger Bath Oil from Jo Malone This was Jo Malone’s first fragrance and despite the super ones that have followed, I’ve a soft spot or even an obsession for this gorgeous scent. With sandalwood and cedarwood, nutmeg and ginger it’s one you must try. 250ml/£40. jomalone.uk 5. Lily Of The Valley Moisturising Shower Gel from Heathcote & Ivory Using this feels spring is here. It’s a special formulated cleanser, that combines ylang ylang, lemon and Sicilian orange essential oils along with smoothing jasmine extract. Skin felt silky soft and smooth. You’ll love it, do try. £7.00/250ml heathcote-ivory.com 6. Fresh Cream Shower Gel, Bubble Bath & Shampoo from Philosophy One of my most loved scents from Philosophy, which is saying something as I’m a fan of this range. The multi-tasking 3-in-1 formula gives a rich foaming lather that cleanses and conditions skin and hair. It’s gorgeous!480ml/£19.50 philosophyskincare.co.ukIndividual Handmade Board from Naturally CreatedOur background board is just beautiful. Naturally Created supply boards for food presentation, classic chopping & specialist wood boards, with many woods and sizes to choose from. Prices vary. Just check out naturallycreated.co.uk U

1. Dual UV Protection – Day Solution SPF15 from Green PeopleThis organic skin defence cream helps to prevent premature skin ageing, whilst giving broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Skin was left moisturised and re-balanced. £15.95 greenpeople.co.uk2. Rose Water Illuminating Serum from Wild About Beauty To restore luminosity to your complexion try this hydrating skin firming treatment. Clever violet-light reflecting particles give your skin a brightness that you thought was lost for ever. £22. wildaboutbeauty.com3. At Play Triple Layer Tinted Balm from Mary KaySuper lipsticks with a silky, creamy texture that provide a soft tint of colour, with a sweet berry flavour. Lips felt soft, supple, moisturised and kissable too! Take your pick from 4 colours. £6. marykay.co.uk 4. Hoola Bronzer from Benefit Cosmetics For a natural looking tan, simply dust this super soft bronze powder over your complexion for pure colour, without sparkle or shine. Comes with a blush brush to contour - no wonder this bronzer is a top seller! £23.50 benefitcosmetics.co.uk U

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1. Super Moisturising Hand Cream from Balance Me This is an award winning cream that cares for and soothes your hands. It also helps protect against ageing. Give this one a go. £14.50 balanceme.co.uk 2. Trouble Shooter from Time Bomb Your neck, jaw and décolleté can often reveal your true age, but maybe not if you use this incredible cream. Its clever formula helps to firm skin, lessen discolouration and lighten age spots. £36. timebombco.com 3. Sakura Cherry Blossom Fragrance from Jo MaloneFragrant blossom on the trees is a sure sign of spring arriving. Sakura cherry blossom has a beautiful, playful scent that’s blended with notes of rose and sparkling bergamot. You cannot get a better a floral scent. £86 jomalone.co.uk

6. Laundry Egg from Ecoegg Egg is packed with unique and powerful cleaning pellets which activate in water and are scientifically proven, to lift dirt and grime. Supported by the National Eczema Society, approved by Allergy UK, it’s ideal for adults with sensitive skin conditions and babies too. Try from fragrance free, soft cotton or spring blossom. Wash sizes: 54 / 210 / 720. Prices from £7.99 - £19.99. ecoegg.com7. Stain Remover from Ecoegg This is the easiest way to remove the toughest stains. This multi-purpose product is kindness itself to your skin, your pocket and the environment. £3.99 ecoegg.com Individual Handmade Board from Naturally CreatedOur background board is just beautiful. Naturally Created supply boards for food presentation, classic chopping & specialist wood boards, with many woods and sizes to choose from. Prices vary. Just check out naturallycreated.co.uk U

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you'll love4. Orange Marmalade Luxury Reed Diffuser from Urban Apothecary LondonThis delicious scent will take you back to the tea-table of your childhood, I loved it. Reeds are such an easy way to fragrance your home. Can’t wait to try their reeds in apricot preserve, bramble jelly and lemon curd. £36 urbanapothecarylondon.com5. Stress Away Shower Gel from Pevonia It’s no surprise that this aromatic gel was last year’s Gold Winner at the Green Parent Natural Beauty Awards. This gel nourishes, calms and heals the skin whilst awaking the senses, stimulating circulation and helping tone skin. You’ll love this - promise. £10. pevonia.co.uk

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1. Lily Of The Valley Cleansing Hand Wash from Heathcote & Ivory A gorgeous, gentle, but effective hand wash. It contains mild cleansing and skin conditioning agents, with added pro-vitamin B5 for soft hands. I loved this. £6.00 heathcote-ivory.com 2. Soothe Body Mist from Island Apothecary This beautiful body mist contains 100% natural essential oils including Jersey lavender and mandarin. Spray on your body and enjoy. £16. seascapeuk.com3. Black Ops Dark Circle Rescue from Time Bomb Thin skin around the eyes needs spoiling and this cream does that job to perfection. Tackle those dark circles that make your eye area look sunken – your dark days are over! £36. timebomb.co.uk 4. 5-IN-1 BB Cream Eyeshadow With SPF15 from BareMinerals This clever cream contains 5 skin-loving benefits including light reflecting pigments. Wear alone for a brightening and a just there look, or for optimal wear layer with bareMinerals eye colour. There are ten shades which stay put for 12 hours. £17.00 bareminerals.co.uk5. Nature’s Remedy Balm - Pommade DivineDating back to the early 18 century, this multi-purpose product is my miracle in a pot. Use on: bites, blisters, bruises, burns, scars, chapped lips, cracked nipples, cuticles, dry skin; grazes, itching, rashes, rough heels, spots, stretch marks, and sunburn. With 100% natural ingredients, use from babies to the elderly, plus on dogs paws or on horses! It should be in every car, handbag and home car. It’s a must-have for me. £20. liberty.co.uk U

1. Arnica Skincare Gel from SBC This superb gel absorbs easily into the skin and combines traditional herbal therapy with exceptional relieving care. Say goodbye to aches and muscle pain just apply after a fall or tumble to soothe the area. Perfect for adults and children, every home should have this one! 500ml/£34.50 sbcgels.co.uk2. Take Off Time Cleansing Cream from Time Bomb This cleanser not only removes make-up and the daily grime from your skin, but also dead skin cells, so skin is revitalised. Gentle and kind - this one works! £15.00 timebombco.com3. Youth Juice from Time Bomb What a simple way to turn back time as this replaces your skin’s natural sebum which slows in your 20’s. This juice uses a clever combination of olive, kukui, avocado and jojoba oils. £38.00 timebombco.com 4. Fillume from Indeed LabsA moisturising cream that contains clinically proven ingredients to help restore facial contours, plump lines and wrinkles, increase hydration and improve skin texture. Great help ‘putting back’ facial volume. Do try. £24.99 boots.com

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5. Age Defy Tinted SPF 15 Moisturiser from Green People A daily lightweight defence cream that defines, delays and delivers. It’s made with natural colour correcting earth minerals that reduce redness, balance out skin tone, and give a natural glow to all skin types. Do try, I loved it. £34.95 greenpeople.co.uk 6. Age Control Foundation from ZelensThis is a moisture enhancing formulation that helps restore firmness and elasticity, whilst minimising fine lines and wrinkles. Great to help mask visible signs of ageing. Skin looked flawless. £65. zelens.com 7. Love-Corn Body Scrub & Polish from DHCIt’s a quick and easy way to exfoliate your skin whilst in the bath or shower. Just massage lightly over your skin and rinse, but don’t use on shaved skin. £14. dhcuk.co.uk 8. Complete 4 Hand Care Cream from Stratum C One of the best creams for mature hands and nails. It’s a lovely rich cream that provides all the nourishment older hands need. This is a real favourite of mine, so don’t show your age – just show your hands. £22. stratumc.com U

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