Marks & Spencer launches natural skin care line

With more and more celebrities becoming devotees of natural and organic skin care (including these to name a few), I can't help but wonder, if the rich and famous are opting out of using chemical-based skin care – and they receive the most up-to-date knowledge and secrets on the most expensive cosmetics that claim to offer the best results – why am I subjecting my skin to harmful toxins? Especially when there are products available that are just as – if not more – effective, and provide the skin with vital nutrients?

The market for natural products is growing, and research must be adding up, at least according to Marks & Spencer, with the company recently releasing its capsule natural and eco-friendly range, Pure.

The line uses British-grown ingredients scented with 100% essential oils, and is 100% free from artificial colours, paragons and mineral oils (NB more and more studies are being done on the effects that these chemicals are having on the rise in allergies, skin complaints such as eczema and even some cancers).

Prices range from £6 to £9.50. As well as the above, products available in the line include a hot cloth cleanser, moisturisers, body cream, shower milk and face serums. What are your thoughts on going natural? Have you tried any products in Marks & Spencer's Pure range?

 

The Benefit of Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow foundation

Finding the perfect foundation may have just become a whole lot easier thanks to the launch of Benefit's Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow foundation. And, available in nine shades, you're bound to find a match for you. 

Containing a foundation must-have of SPF – 25, in fact – it acts as a brightening fluid that builds from light to medium coverage, helping to achieve a natural complexion and "have you flawless in a flash". It's oil-free, too! Being a big fan of Benefit's You Rebel tinted moisturiser but also preferring the full coverage look, I'm intrigued! It's not released till April, however (I know, massive boos), but I reckon it'll be worth the wait. Let's face it, is there any make-up that Benefit hasn't got right?

Thoughts beauties? Will you be be joining the queue at your Benefit counter in April? xo

Treat a loved one to an indulgent facial with Sanctuary Spa this Christmas

I have seen so many amazing Christmas gift ideas recently that I went from not knowing what to buy people to being spoilt for choice. One in particular being this amazing Facial in a Box gift set from Sanctuary Spa. For me, you can't beat a good facial, although regular spa treatments can become costly, and it seems odd to spend so much money on something that can be just effective done yourself for a fraction of the price (unless of course 'extraction' [the removal of blackheads] is on the menu as I'm too much of wimp to do that myself!). And with this gift set, you get the quality of products from a well-established Covent Garden spa in the comfort of your own home.

The Ultimate Facial in a Box comprises:

• 5 Minute Thermal Detox - 15ml
• Lift and Brightening Eye - 5ml
• Polishing Hot Cloth Cleanser - 15ml
• Muslin Cloth
• Warming Microbrasion Polish - 15ml
• Stop the Clock Moisturiser - 10ml
• Therapist Secret Facial Oil - 2ml

All for just £20! I already know who I'm getting this for, make sure you snap it up too and treat someone to a relaxing Christmas.