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Gift Reviews, Health and Beauty, Teenage Gifts
Chelsea Brow Kit.
Eyebrows– the only part of our face we can change without surgery!
I remember the first time I took to the tweezers. My dad came home from work in the evening and looked at me intently. He said nothing as he couldn’t quite figure out what was different but I looked gorgeous!!
Shaping your eyebrows can dramatically change your entire face, just as untidy eyebrows can ruin your look even if you are an expert applying make-up. However, care has to be taken as mistakes cannot be corrected and it may take some time for a ‘gap’ in your eyebrows to fill in. That look was considered cool in the 80’s but a well shaped and ‘complete’ set of eye brows is definitely the look for today.
Now, how do we get the look? Every-one wants eyebrows like the girls on the front of Cosmo, but it’s not easily achieved if you are armed only with a set of tweezers. In the past I have stuck pictures of super shaped brown along the side of my bathroom mirror and this definitely gave good guidance. However, I have yet to be as delighted with any beauty product as I am with the Chelsea Brow Kit.
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The Chelsea Brow Kit from Chelsea Beautique WILL deliver salon perfect results. With a range of powders tailored to suit your colouring, this kit provides a selection of stencils to suit different brow preferences, a dual applicator brush and the best set of tweezers I have ever used. To complete, you have a little velvet case in which to carry your kit.
The stencils are a great idea as you literally cannot go wrong. Place the stencil over your eyebrow and select your preferred shape, pluck access hair and fill in the shape.
‘The only brand in the UK to develop it Semi-Permanent Eyebrow Makeup Kit in California, the versatile selection of high-performing powder shades suit almost all hair colours and skin tones. It is also water resistant and smudge- proof to keep your eyebrows exactly how you styled them all day long and come in a beautiful velvet pouch which is perfect to put in your handbag. This product really is a must have!’ (Chelsea Beautique)
The wide range of powder colours are:
Natural: Very fair hair
Stone: Fair Hair
Light Brown: Blondes and Redheads
Dark Brown: Medium to Dark Brunettes
Chestnut: Dark Brunettes
Cappuccino: Fair Hair
Midnight: Very dark hair or for a more dramatic evening look
There isn’t a woman on the planet who wouldn’t want this kit. In my mind, it is the perfect accessory and I wouldn’t be without it.
Shopping for a gift? With Valentine’s Day on the horizon and swiftly followed by mother’s day, buy this hot new product now as I am certain it will sell out. Very well priced at £35.
For more information about Chelsea Beautique and its Chelsea Brows Kit, please visit the website: www.chelseabeautique.com
Gift Reviews, Toy Reviews
Scooby Doo Adventures, The Mystery Map.
I adore Scooby-Doo, I can recall watching him on a tiny ‘black and white’ television about 30 years ago! I also remember cowering under the bedclothes at night as my sister and I would pretend the scary characters were real to frighten each other.
My son is 4 yrs and he has recently been enjoying Scooby-Doo, although a much more child-friendly version – Scooby-Doo Adventures, The Mystery Map.
This is a super movie for young children. It has Scooby and all the characters but the content is delivered in a way as to enthral, not frighten a younger audience. Taking its inspiration from the Muppets, the characters are incredibly life-like puppets. The DVD also includes bonus features and Scooby games.
The original features from Scooby-Doo are still present, the characters have all their usual attributes and really do look almost like they do in the original TV series. Scooby still enjoys his Scooby snacks and there is lots of singing and dancing to have your little one up on the floor jumping around like my son was! The plot itself is pretty great, the gang try to solve the mystery of the Phantom Parrot and follow a treasure map which even kept my older children intrigued. To be honest, I rather enjoyed our family afternoon with everyone snuggled on the sofa watching this together!
This is an entertaining DVD which would be great to keep in your ‘bottom drawer’. Perfect as a gift for almost any age of child and also perfect if you would like a ‘lie-in’ on a Sunday morning, this will keep the children entertained for sure!
Scooby-Doo Adventures, The mystery Map is out now on DVD. Available from Amazon and other good stores.
Gift Reviews, Pampered Foods
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Whisky.
If you are looking for a special Valentines day gift this year and don’t want to go down the usual road of socks, chocolates and phone covers, why not try this great tasting traditional whisky from Laphroaig. This classic drink has a most unusual taste – believe it or not, there are notes of seaweed detected! I know it sounds salty, but no. This is a delicious sweet, yet smoky, whisky which will certainly be well received this Valentine’s day.
‘This is the foundation of the iconic Laphroaig range and makes the perfect Christmas gift for fans of the unique peaty character offered in any of Laphroaig’s signature expressions.’ (Laphroaig)
Gift Reviews, Pampered Foods
Ardmore Traditional Cask Whisky.
Tradition, undeniably the secret to a good whisky. There are many brands of whisky on the market today but few which have the prestige of Ardmore whisky. This distillery continues to produce their whisky the traditional way and the awards they have won demonstrate the results.
Ardmore single malt has been produced traditionally, exactly the way it was produced in 1989. The Ardmore Traditional Cask whisky has a distinct creamy peaty taste, one which only adds to the unique experience of sampling this drink. Vanilla undertones accompany the taste experience, making this a very ‘drinkable’ whisky. The packaging and presentation make this the perfect gift for whisky lovers. This is sure to impress your loved one this Valentines Day.
Despite the superior taste, a bottle of Ardmore Traditional Cask whisky retails at only £32. Available from selected stores including Asda and all good whisky shops (RRP £32).
For further information visit www.ardmorewhisky.com
Gift Reviews, Homeware Reviews
CocoonaBaby.
Wow, I am so sorry I did not have this for my babies! My sister introduced me to CocoonaBaby about 3 months ago. I was pretty stunned when I saw it as I thought there was nothing you could buy for a baby that I hadn’t bought for my own – I am a bit of a shopaholic! I must admit, looking at her little baby girl all snug and safe, I was very impressed.
Basically, CocoonaBaby is a type of mattress which is specifically designed for babies. It is used in some maternity wards as well. The idea is to re-create the close snug feeling the baby would have in the mothers womb. The semi-foetal position is easily facilitated and the mattress somewhat ‘cradles’ the baby. I can totally see how this would work and wish they came in adult sizes – I would just love to climb onto one of these at night!
CocoonaBaby claim to help baby sleep better and for longer and that this ‘containment’ reduces the little jumps and twitches babies tend to make adjusting to their new surroundings after birth. It also claims to reduce the flat head some babies can have from sleeping on a traditional mattress.
My sisters baby suffers from reflux and it is amazing how comfortable her baby is on this mattress and how easily she can be raised up to help her settle after feeding. This has got to be one of the best baby products I have reviewed. Very well thought out, a truly ingenious product. A fitted sheet is supplied with a CocoonaBaby and further sheets can be purchased online.
Suitable from birth upwards until the time baby begins to change position independently (approx. 4-5 months)
Weight : 0.87 kg
Dimensions: L 68 x W 40 x H 14 cm
Available on Amazon from £160. See links below for further information.
https://www.facebook.com/beabauk
Gift Reviews, Health and Beauty
Deep Heat Muscle Rescue.
Deep Heat, the smell brings back memories from the ‘cross country’ days of my teens! Ohhh, the aches and pains. Then there was Deep Heat!
As will all classic products that have proved their worth over time, Deep Heat is still on the go and with some new products as well.
The Deep Heat Muscle Rescue range is well worth a try. I am addicted to the Bath Soak and the Neck and Shoulder Cream.
‘Designed to relieve stress and muscle tension with the help of electrolytes, which are a combination of minerals and trace elements such as magnesium and sodium and play a fundamental role in wellbeing. Bathing in electrolyte charged water, such as Muscle Rescue Bath Soak, helps replace lost minerals and can help to ease aches and pains. Muscle Rescue Bath Soak also contains essential oils of vanilla, rosemary and orange which help to de-stress you. Vanilla for example, is used for fighting stress and anxiety. The aroma of orange has also been shown to help reduce anxiety and induce calmness and positivity. Whereas Rosemary oil helps to reduce muscular stress and improve memory and mental clarity.
The aroma of the product also helps as it activates the brain’s limbic system — where we store memories and emotions — which can influence our physical, emotional and mental wellbeing.’ (Deep Heat)
I admit this does sound expensive but the Bath soak retails at £5.49 and the Neck and Shoulder Cream at £5.99. If you suffer from aching tired muscles at the end of the day I urge you to give this a try. The collection of essential oils are really well put together to create truly fabulous affordable products which relax the body and uplift the mind.
Available from Boots.
Gift Reviews, Toy Reviews
Book-Tail Reading Companions.
Reading to my children was first stressed to me by my health visitor. She recommended reading with your child from the age of 6 months. At the time I thought this was a bit crazy, but I complied and I am so glad I did. My children now adore reading and it’s a bit of a struggle to have them put the books away when they should be sleeping!
They have several book-lights and bookmarks but I have to say these ‘Book-Tails’ are simply perfect for younger children.
My 4 year old son has one and he simply adores it. The ‘head’ sits at the top of the book and the ‘tail’ at the bottom, thus keeping your place in the book.
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Book-Tails are available in 6 designs, suiting both boys and girls and they really are beautiful. Soft and furry, they make the perfect addition to any book and very reasonably priced at £5.99. A lovely gift to give and receive.
For further information visit www.thatcompanycalledif.com
Pampered Foods
‘Garden Of England’ Foods.
As a busy mum, I dream of the day when I shall potter about quietly, making jams and preserving my home grown vegetables. However at the moment, I mainly buy them and get the odd, much cherished, jar from my own mother. Quality is always forefront in my mind and I really like to know where my food comes from so I love these delicious treats from Garden Of England-English Pickled Shallots in Sherry Vinegar, English Pickled Walnuts and English Quince Preserve.
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Garden Of England produce a lovely array of condiments, chutneys, pickles, compotes and preserves that are made with British seasonal ingredients of the highest quality to capture the taste of the English Harvest for us all to enjoy. And enjoy them I will, with lovely fresh bread, lots of cheese and a cheeky beer!
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They would also be lovely as cooking ingredients-Quince Preserve makes an apple crumble really special and Pickled Walnuts are amazing in a warming beef casserole….if they last until dinnertime!
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For further information visit www.gardenofenglandfoods.co.uk
Health and Beauty
Tiana Natural Beauty Products.
Tiana Rose Fresh Coconut TLC Anti Ageing Moisturiser
Wow wow wow! I cannot say enough how much I love this product! As a woman in my 30s, I am always looking for a new miracle for the ‘beginnings’ of wrinkles round my eyes. I’m very particular about what I put on my skin and natural products are a must for me so I was really excited to try out Tiana Rose Fresh Coconut oil anti ageing moisturiser. Firstly 100% of the ingredients are natural and certified organic. It contains no dairy, sodium, gluten, yeast or preservatives and is also cruelty free and fair trade. It is naturally rich in antioxidants and its unique formula contains over 300 active nutrients that (trust me) work wonders on dry/mature/sensitive skin.
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On opening the jar, the delicious scent of a summer rose garden was the first thing I noticed. Coupled with the lovely consistency, almost like lip balm, it is a pleasure to rub onto your skin. And then the magic happens…I applied it and went off to prepare dinner, a typical busy mum…when I checked in the mirror about 10 minutes later, a minor miracle had occurred! All the fine lines and-I have to say- rather black bags under my eyes had almost completely disappeared. I promise I have never seen anything like it! My skin is so soft too, and doesn’t feel clogged up like it would with other moisturisers. I will carry on using it as both a day and night cream with great pleasure, in fact, it’s my new addiction and I don’t know if I can wait till bedtime to put it on again!
Tiana Argan Fresh Coconut TLC Intensive Hair Treatment
Another gorgeous offering from Tiana-their Argan Fresh Coconut TLC Intensive Hair Treatment. I have been a lucky girl this week! Like their Rose and Coconut Anti Ageing Moisturiser, this hair product is made with 100% natural and certified organic ingredients of the highest quality-no harsh chemicals to damage your hair and weigh it down. Cold pressed virgin Argan and coconut oils are combined to basically make your hair beautiful!
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This mask will give an instant transformation to dry, damaged or just plain tired hair, it comes as a rich cream that you warm gently and massage into your hair. Only a small amount is needed, making it really economical. You leave for at least 20 mins or can even keep on overnight, then wash hair as normal in the morning. And the difference, in one application, was amazing! My hair feels really silky and manageable-no tangles at all, and looks so healthy and shiny. Literally like I just stepped out of a salon! I just love companies that have such good ethics and deliver top quality products that really work so thank-you Tiana! I am a new woman!
I am keen to try other products from Tiana, especially the food range. Tiana fair trade organic products were voted Best Food Range by the Health Food Business Awards 2010. The selection is extensive and the products inexpensive and natural in origin.
For further information visit www.tiana.coconut.com
Gift Reviews
M.A.D. – Make A Difference.
Choose M.A.D. and you will be making a difference, whether you are buying a last minute Christmas gift or shopping in the January sales.
M.A.D. (Make A Difference) is an utterly amazing and new concept. It’s a jewellery store, online, where 100% of the net profit goes directly to a charity of your choice. I find this refreshing as so many retailers are all about making money and expanding business. M.A.D. strive to offer help to those in need through sales of their beautiful jewellery.
Have a look online and you will have over 2,000 items to choose from. I love that M.A.D. largely source from recycled materials and they have a long list of responsible manufactures supporting their sales. A charitable and eco-friendly backbone has ensured the success of this marvelous pioneering company.
So, when and how did I first stumble across M.A.D.? About 3 months ago I was sitting at a school function with a friend and I admired her bracelet. It was made up of grey pearls with a magnetic clasp. She said it was M.A.D. I agreed with her and said yes, that it was very beautiful and unusual, however, she went on that explain that it was from M.A. D.!
I am now wearing a pair of M.A.D. ear-rings. On arrival, the presentation was excellent. I loved the gift box which displayed the ear-rings very well. They are silver and have a drop heart style. I adore them and they will be treasured forever. As with all of the Make A Difference jewellery, 100% of the profit has gone to charity.
So, is there an online jewellery shop as impressive as M.A.D.? No, I don’t think so. Choose M.A.D. and see for yourself. Shop from your seat and not on your feet and pick up some last minute Christmas gifts or some sale bargains in 2014.
For further information visit www.choosemad.com