A touch of luxury with Crabtree & Evelyn Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed Shower Gel*

Hey Dolls,

Today I'm back with a review of the most luxurious shower gel Ive tried in a long while. It is from the fab brand Crabtree & Evelyn.This is a real heritage brand which is going from strenght to strenght since 1972.
This brand is known and respected for its original fragrances,and beautiful packaging which go a long way towards making a daily necessity become a pleasurable experience.
So what exactly was it I was lucky enough to receive.... Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed Shower Gel.

The rich-lathering Gel gently cleanses and softens the skin.
They says it is a conditioning blend of anti-oxidant-rich pomegranate and grapeseed extracts, along with nourishing argan, helps replenish the skin for a smooth and supple finish.
I say it has quite a thick formula so a little is  enough for the whole body especially if you use a sponge or one of those shower scrubbies and the formula is very conditioning.
My skin felt very comfortable after my shower,not like it was crying out for body moisturiser like it can do after some shower gels.
This formula can also be used in the bath and it is heavenly...I had to try it for you guys
I was expecting a very feminine and girly scent based on the Packaging and the colour (its pink),however its not. It is fresh with fruity undertone but also a woody note which is the from the fig. Over all I found this to be a very invigorating and unisex fragrance.
I had intended on keeping it for special occasion showers but then I remembered I'm a mom so having a shower without an audience is special enough hahaha.
Crabtree & Evelyn are all about bringing product ranges made with fruit, flower and plant essences.It is also worth noting that Crabtree & Evelyn formulas are  free of: mineral oil, parabens,and propylene glycol.
There is a whole host of products available in this collection ranging from hand cream,to body lotion and even shampoo and conditioner and I plan on trying them all.
I highly recommend this brand especially if you  are looking to add a touch of luxury to your busy life,this will definitely do that .
You can find Crabtree & Evelyn in selected pharmacies and online  here
Until next time,
Love.
Claire  The Lipglossaddict xxx

Sexy Scent with The Body Shop Black Musk*

Hey guys,
Recently I received a bottle of the newest perfume oil from The Body Shop. I am of course talking about Black Musk,the sexy big sister of the much loved White Musk. Now i have been a fan of  White Musk since I was 14 so was nervous to try the Black Musk in case it was too heady for me. I need not have worried,it is a stunning fragrance.
This fragrance is all about sensuality. Black Musk  has a sweetness to it but it also has a darker more sensual  side due to musk and woody notes.Even the packaging  is sexy with black and hot pink labelling.

Perfume ,if you are not aware is made up of topnotes,middle notes and base notes.

The top notes are the scents that hit you as soon as you spray a perfume,they consist of small, light molecules that evaporate quickly. They form a person's initial impression of a perfume.In this case the top notes consist of bergamot,pear and pink pepper

The middle notes are also called the "heart notes".The scent of a perfume that emerges just before the top notes dissipate. Not surprisingly, the scent of middle note compounds is usually more mellow and "rounded." In this case the Middle notes consist of ylang-ylang and  licorice

The base notes are the headier notes and the ones that linger longer on your skin.  Base notes bring depth and solidity to a perfume and can be found on the skin up to 24hours after application. Base notes of black vanilla infused with musk,vetiver, and patchouli.

These notes all marry together to make this "Floriental" a delicious,sensual and quite frankly sexy scent,that I adore.

If you want to try it out for yourself it is €25.95 and is  available from all Body Shop stores ,find your nearest store HERE
Till next time,
Love,
Claire xx 

*This product was sent to me for review purposes however all opinions expressed are my own xx

Perfectial 6 week trial

Hey guys,
In december I got a PR package which contained a 6 week trial of Perfectil supplements. These are the UK leading supplement for skin,hair and nails. They have been formulated with a range of over 20 micronutrients The dose is just one tablet a day with your main meal. They are suitable for vegetarians and are Gluten Free. This is great as a lot of coeliacs can struggle with hair and nail growth.

 I was excited to try them out to see if they would help my nails which had stopped growing. Now when I was younger I was a nail biter. I thankfully kicked that habit and had lovely nails. Then 2 back to back pregnancies put paid to that. They just stopped growing,no matter what I did. I started these on the first day of January with high hopes of having nice nails by valentines day. I was not disappointed.  My nails started to grow after about 2 and a half week,just a little bit,enough to file!!!! Then they kept on growing...success.Heres how they look after 6 weeks.....

I have to say whilst I am delighted with the results on my nails which was my concern,I didn't notice a change in my skin.
My hair on the other hand (not literally!!!) is growing like a weed. It has grown at a crazy rate way more than I was expecting actually. One thing worth noting,it encourages all hair growth, this is not limited to the hair on your head. You will need an appointment with your waxer! !!!! This I found hilarious,it was a very unexpected result. But seriously it has really grown out my hair...need to pay a visit to the hairdressers now too after a long while of my hair staying the same lenght.  I was very impressed with these and the results on my nails and hair.
If you are struggling to grow your hair or your nails I would definitely say give these a go.
Till next time,
Love Claire xxx

Winter proof your skin with Ziaja

Winter is swiftly approaching, along with all those annoying skin issues that come with it – dry patches, flaky skin, dullness, broken capillaries, chapped hands and lips.  The combination of cold weather, indoor heating and seasonal irritants can cause skin to loose moisture, tonicity and elasticity.  

 

Ensure your skin is prepared for the colder season with ziaja’s moisture-infused and revitalising argan oil range.  Argan oil, has been used for centuries to transform the skin, thanks to its high content of omega fatty acids and antioxidants.  Extracted from the kernels found in the fruit of Moroccan argan trees, argan oil has high levels of vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants.  In simple terms, it improves the skin's barrier function, protects against ageing free radicals and improves elasticity in one hit. 

 

All ziaja argan oil products are easily absorbed to leave skin feeling hydrated and nourished, and are boosted with Vitamin A and provitamin B5 (D-panthenol) to ensure skin is 100% winter proofed.

Ziaja Revitalising Argan Face Cream 75ml (rrp€6.99)

A light and ultra absorbent face cream that instantly improves skin tone as well as hydrating, smoothing and protecting the skin.  The Argan oil base strengthens the skin barrier, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and combats DNA damaging free radicals, repairing skin cells to reveal a fresher complexion.  Suitable for all skin types.

Ziaja Protective Argan Oil Body Butter 200ml (rrp€7.99)

Protective body butter with natural argan oil for very dry, irritated skin. This creamy body butter absorbs easily, helping to condition, soften and smooth the skin.  The nutrient-rich extracts assist with hydrating and protecting dry, sensitive skin whilst improving firmness and vitality. Leaves skin delicately scented.  It is easy to apply and it absorbs quickly.  Suitable for use all over the body but great for dry knees, ankles and elbows.

Ziaja Soothing Argan Oil Hand Cream 100ml (rrp€3.99)

A super daily use hand cream that’s small enough to tuck into handbags so you know that soft, moisturised hands are always within reach.  The argan oil formula sinks right into dry and rough skin to sooth redness and protect over exposed skin.  Strengthen the hydro-lipid skin barrier, leaving hands hydrated and feeling supple and soft.

Ziaja Moisturising Argan Oil Shower Soap 500ml (rrp€3.99)

A sensual shower soap that contains ultra-moisturising and nourishing argan oil to gently cleanse and restore the skin's essential moisture levels.  Natural argan oil is rapidly absorbed into skin locking in hydration while the formula gently cleanses and leaves skin noticeably glowing, conditioned and delicately scented.  The soothing and gentle cleansing properties make it perfect for daily use and suitable for all the family. 


Ziaja is available from pharmacies and I for one will be stocking up.

Equal -part 2 Body products

Hey guys ,so a while back I did a blog on  EQUAL perfumes Ireland in midleton. That blog was all about perfumes,but this one is on their fab range of body products. I have over the last number of week been trying everything from bath bombs to shower gels and bubble bath and body lotions and hand creams. It been hard but someone has to do it hahaha.

Ok so the first thing I want to cover are the bath bombs...OMG they are fab totally comparable with Lush bath bombs but only a fraction of the price . I have had a few different ones and they all really soften the water and leave my skin really soft and not at all dried out.I must say my favourite one was a rose bath bomb with actual rose petals in it..how luxurious!!!!

The next products I want to mention are the bath/shower products and body lotions. These are lovely again they are not drying on the skin the bathing products do not strip the skin of essential moisture. They are handmade in the U.K.and are of really good quality. The body lotions glide onto the skin and sink in really quickly. The leave a beautiful scent on the skin which is subtle and they are not sticky or tacky. You can get dressed straight away after applying these body lotions. This is good because lets face it nobody has time to be hanging around waiting for body lotion to sink in.

The next product i want to mention is the hand lotion. This I absolutely loved..I had the rose water and argon oil and it was a real treat. It was very moisturising but not greasy. I found I was able to use this throughout the day and it didn't hinder me by being slippy or greasy .This  is great as i have small kids my hands are always in and out of water.

The last product I want to talk about is the amazing Bar of SHAMPOO!!!! Yes you read that right its a solid bar of shampoo and its pretty cool. I didn't know what to expect when i used it but it worked really well even on my hair which is past shoulder lenght. It lathers up really well and leaves hair squeaky clean and smelling amazing. My hubby loved this product...well we both did to be fair once you get your head around it lol I tried the Solid Shampoo Bar in Thyme & Mint its is fragranced with pure essential oils for a beautiful natural fragrance. I did find that this shampoo did not strip my hair and it was left feeling beautifully soft .

Have you discovered this wonderful shop yet...the one I visited was in Midleton but there more opening up around Cork. A new shop is opening soon in Glanmire 

Check out the facebook page          EQUAL perfumes Ireland

The Body Shop Giveaway Facebook

Hey guys,so following on from my Threading experience the wonderful people at The Body Shop and Revolve PR  have given me some fab products to giveaway to one of you lucky readers.

The products are from the brand new range Virgin Mojito and my God they smell good enough to eat...but don't!!!
There is the divine mouth watering Shower sorbet,the body scrub and the refreshing body splash ....ideal fragrance for summer and its fresh and fruity and zingy 

To enter this giveaway you just have to
Like my facebook page  here
Like The Body Shop page here
Like the post and tag 2 friends
And remember sharing is caring
Don't forget to comment below to let me know you have entered 
Winner chosen at random on 15th July 2015
This giveaway is also running on my facebook page for readers there to enter ..Good Luck to everyone xxx