I am big fan of using aromatherapy oils in my home, whether it's for scent, their therapeutic properties or in my beauty routine. I have my diffuser on most days and I love trying different essential oils blends with different brands as I do find this is one area where choosing a good quality, trusted brand pays off. Essential oils can be adulterated and sold as the real thing, so it is important to shop wisely.
If like me to are clinging on helplessly to the thought of summer, this candle from M&J Ethical luxury is the perfect scent to take you seamlessly in to the cooler months whilst still reminiscing of warmer times.
It's been a while since a did a seasonal round up, as usual the products I pick are suitable all year round, but feel particularly fitting for the season. I have mostly body care bit's and pieces with one skincare item and some aromatherapy thrown in too, for some more skincare items I am really enjoying see my previous post - Current skincare favourites.
Aromatherapy has become a huge part of life, whether it's to calm and soothe when I am restless or purifying oils when I am not feeling well, it has become an essential part of my self care. There are so many different ways to use essential oils around the home and the benefits are endless, it really is a tool that can be beneficial to everyone.
This week from the 12th-16th of June is Aromatherapy awareness week and to celebrate I am bringing you a gorgeous giveaway with one of my favourite brands - Tisserand Aromatherapy.
With Mother's day fast approaching I thought I would put together a list of some of my favourite products for gifting. I love any occasion to introduce people to new brands, I have had lot's of great feedback from people on some of the more niche brands as gifts and I think it's lovely to give something that isn't so well known, as it makes it that bit more special.
If one of your new years resolutions is to make time for yourself then I have a wonderful therapeutic and pampering brand to share with you. Micheline Arcier is a brand I hadn't heard of until relatively recently, but they have already scooped several Beauty Shortlist awards.
If you are looking for a gift that is both unique and special, I have the perfect solution for you. I am delighted to introduce you to the beautiful selection from The Owl and the Apothecary.
When life get's busy, hectic and stressful I nearly always turn to aromatherapy to help me focus and relax.
In my quest to leave no natural stone (or brand) unturned, today I have another gorgeous product for you, this time courtesy of Nathalie Bond organics.
For most of us life is extremely busy and often stressful, which is why I think it is very important to take small moments throughout the day the to catch your breath.
I am often amazed by the ability candles have to transform a rooms mood. This Fleur Boisée Travel candle* (£16 for an approx. 15 hour burn time) from Petits Rituels is an example of the power of scent,
The title of this blog post is rather deceptive because Rose is not just a current obsession, but an all time one, I adore rose in skincare, body care or perfume. I know rose tends to divide people, there are those that love it, like me and those that find it's really not for them. If your only experience has been with synthetic Rose, these natural treats are a whole world apart and may just convert you!
Ahhh sleep, a thing of such joy and so essential to looking and feeling your best. At the time of writing this post I haven't had a full uninterrupted eight hours for nearly six months, the last trimester of my pregnancy whilst I could of been sleeping, I was plagued with insomnia and as Baby Green is currently three months old she wakes several times a night to breastfeed.
Nothing pleases me more than discovering brands that make honest, well thought out and beautifully presented products. The Handmade Soap company does that and much more with it's delightful range of handmade products from Ireland.
Packing your Hospital bag is one of those points in pregnancy when things start to feel very real, you feel the excitement and nervous trepidation of knowing that soon you will be welcoming another person in to your family, it's exciting but also a little overwhelming.
When it comes to pregnancy skincare, there aren't too many ranges that are available that balance more natural ingredients and availability, but Mio skincare do just that in some very beautiful formulas. From the minute I found out I was pregnant I have been diligent about taking care of my growing bump daily.
Scent is an incredibly evocative and personal experience, everyone has perfumes that trigger certain memories. Finding natural and organic perfumes can be quite hard, partly because you are dependant on online shopping and can't generally go and try scents in the shop, for this reason I am excited to introduce the Perfume Garden.
I don't think there is anything more lovely than a product truly made with love, which is why I am very pleased to be bringing you a brand that oozes quality and craftsmanship. I have known Kate the founder of Almost Edible through the blog since before she launched her gorgeous website and have seen first hand how much passion goes in to her work. Kate's story is also very similar to mine, she also was a lover of conventional beauty products and approaches until she realised that percentages of beneficial ingredients were often minimal.
I think candles and home fragrance make excellent gifts, let's face it good quality candles can be a bit of a luxury but they add so much warmth and ambiance to a room. Whether you are hunting for the perfect Christmas candle or for a gift for a loved one, I have a round up here of some of my favourites and it goes without saying that all of these use natural waxes and fragrances!
