Multimasking - Featuring Plant apothecary and Elde

The festive season, wonderful as it is, can really take a toll on your skin. As someone who doesn't usually drink, that prosecco on Christmas day has been awful for my skin. Dry flaky patches and a little bit dull looking, not a great look. 

Happy Holidays - See you in the New Year!

I can't believe how quickly Christmas Eve has come round this year, it has been a total whirlwind and so busy and exciting.

New in: Yogi Tea Turmeric Chai #GoldenMoments

**This post is sponsored by Yogi Tea**

At this time of year we are all a little bit frazzled from the lead up to the holiday season and our immune system needs a warming boost. It is also the perfect time to reflect on the year, all the good things and what we are looking forward to for the year ahead.

Budget beauty: Burt's Bees lip product review

I often get asked for affordable natural make up recommendations and Burt's Bees is one of my go to brands for accessible products that won't break the bank. The brand is widely available across the US and Europe, I can find these products on the high-street and they also have a nice range of shades and finishes. 

Boxwalla - A Brief History of Timeless Things

My December Boxwalla box arrived a couple of days ago and I had to go and get it from the sorting office yesterday. I am always really excited to receive these boxes, they are so beautifully put together, with interesting brands and products. 

Beatitude Peace Pillow Spray

I think most people would agree that the name Peace is perfect for a pillow spray like this one from aromatherapy brand beatitude, after all I think we could all do with an extra dose of peace, especially at this time of year. 

Five lessons blogging taught me about skincare

I have been writing this blog consistently for well over five years now, in that time I have tried hundreds if not thousands of products and whilst I would never consider myself an expert I have definitely learnt some lessons about skincare in that time. I am expecting next year to be a year where I learn a lot more, but I thought it would be interesting to reflect on some of the key things I have learnt so far. 

The Benefits of Rosehip oil - Featuring Rio Rosa Mosqueta discovery set (sponsored)

**This post is  sponsored by Rio Rosa Mosqueta**

Rosehip oil is one of my favourite plant oils for use on my skin. Packed with omega fatty acids and antioxidants, it helps repair, protect and replenish the skin. It's an ingredient that has been used centuries across different civilisations, including by the Egyptians. 

Holland and Barrett becomes the first retailer to ban microplastics

I have been watching the evolution of natural beauty on the high street for some time and it has become more obvious to me that stores are either wholeheartedly embracing the changes in the consumer tide or lagging behind.

Beauty Kitchen Seahorse Plankton range review

Now that I have been writing about beauty consistently for over five years, it is always fun to go back and revisit brands I have spoken about previously. In this case the brand Beauty Kitchen which I reviewed shortly after it first launched. Beauty Kitchen have gone from strength to strength in the last few years, securing a presence on the British high-street with their partnership with Holland and Barrett. 

Wonderoos cloth nappy review: Real Easy and V3 Pocket nappy

We have been testing a few nappies from Wonderoos for last six months now, so it's definitely time I weighed in with my thoughts. We absolutely love testing new cloth nappy options and use reusable nappies full time, day and night. Having a longer testing period means I can weigh in on longevity and how well the nappies last, something important when making an investment in reusables.

Neek skin organics vegan lipstick review

Neek is a vegan and natural range based in Australia that was founded by Angelique, her nickname as a child was Neek, because for a toddler Angelique is a bit of a mouthful. Angelique also had an allergy to parabens, so she started exploring making her own products and so Neek was born. The range is a relatively small one, but it has some skincare and a range of natural and vegan lipsticks. 

New in: AS Apothecary Wild Beauty Balm Concentrate

It has been a while since I have spoken about AS Apothecary and a lot has happened for the brand since my last review. AS Apothecary was founded by Amanda Saurin, with a background working with homeopathy and herbal remedies, the brand is an extension of Amanda's years of knowledge and experience creating a unique small batch distillery, making balms, creams, lotions and fragrance.