Paul & Joe Christmas 2021

 Treat a loved one to the cutest beauty gift this Christmas from Paul & Joe.

Known for their ridiculously cute cat-inspired lipsticks, balms and compacts, this kitsch, funk brand does not disappoint this festive season.

Take a little look at a selection of their goodies I’ve compiled to introduce to you.

Absolutely beautifully presented (as always), these items are a festive feast for your eyes, and if you’re a cat lover then you’re going to be well and truly in heaven.

 

Up first is the simply exquisite Treatment Lipstick 001 Bouquet de Noel (£17).

Hidden inside an environmentally friendly cardboard tube complete with a ditsy floral pattern you’ll find a wonderfully rich, luxurious lip treatment stick-balm.

Formulated with a host of natural moisturising ingredients including Jojoba Oil, Macadamia Nut Oil and Orange Honey as well as Collagen, this silky balm helps to deeply nourish and hydrate dry, chapped lips.

 

The best part? The bullet tip is shaped like a cat face.

Wait.

A cat face. Wearing a Santa hat.

I know I know, I can’t! Its just unbelievably sweet!

Gimmicky? Maybe, but this is a signature element for Pal & Joe and quite frankly I think its brilliant.

The only issue is that the formula is so decadent and effective that it won’t take long for that little cat to disappear!

Available in the same fashion print is the Paul & Joe Silky Hand Cream (£11).

This luxurious, lightweight hand cream boasts a beautiful festive fragrance and long-lasting hydration.

 

Its formula contains water repelling silicone oil, so even if you wash your hands you’ll find that the moisture is locked in for long lasting effectiveness.

Looking for something a little more dramatic? Look no further than the Paul & Joe Limited Edition lipstick in Ruban de Noel (£17).

This packaging features red and white gingham with the image of a gorgeous cat with big blue eyes and just like the lip treatment, reveals a surprise when you remove the lid.

 Twist the lipstick upwards and up pops a festive, red, mischievous winking kitty with (you guessed it) a Santa hat.

Ruban de Noel is a sumptuous, soft red which is perfect for the party season.

Enriched with orange oil, shea butter, jojoba oil and macadamia nut oil, this creamy rich lipstick not only imparts a gorgeous pop of colour but ensures your lips are pampered and soft all day long.

Featuring a matte finish and a gorgeous fig scent, it is a comfortable, easy to wear lipstick that will certainly draw admiring glances.

 Just like the lip treatment, this lippie also has a matching hand cream in the form of their Moisturizing Hand Cream (£11).

Unlike the silky hand cream, this tube of joy features a far richer, decadent texture to deeply restore and hydrate the skin on your hands.

 

Perfect for extra dry or sensitive skin, it possesses a gorgeous fig scent and is a great price point for stocking fillers.

Finally, no makeup bag would be complete without a mirror, and what a mirror the Paul & Joe Beauty Mirror (£14) is.

This large, circular compact mirror has been dressed in a rich, red wine hue and features a unique floral motif and red pleat detailing.

 

Presented alongside an elegant, hand keepsake pouch, it is super slim and light making it perfect for popping in your handbag.

Its innovative fold back lid allows you to stand the mirror upright, perfect for effortless touch-ups whenever and wherever.

Given the attention to detail with each and every item from this Christmas Collection, I would have expected their price points to be way higher but was pleasantly surprised to see how affordable they actually are!

You can get your hands on these gorgeous gems from Feelunique, Beauty Bay and Amazon now.

Heathcote and Ivory By The Sea Collection

 Discover the beautifully serene new self-care collection inspired by the sea from Heathcote and Ivory.

By The Sea is an elegant, calming line and features a comprehensive collection of products to transform your bathing experience, leaving you feeling energised and revived yet soothed and tranquil.

 

Perfect for treating yourself or gifting to a loved one, this collection is what is would describe as ‘affordable luxury’, thanks to its chic, refined packaging design and rich, aromatic ingredients.

By The Sea Body Wash & Body Lotion Duo (£23)

This beautiful gift set comprises of a luxury body wash and matching body lotion which are infused with the calming and uplifting scents of the sea. 

 

The gentle, rich body wash has been formulated with a seaweed complex, magnesium, potassium, nourishing glycerine and rose flower water to soothe, revive and hydrate parched skin.

Add to a sponge or puff to enjoy a host of plentiful soft, frothy bubbles to gently cleanse your skin while you soak in the gorgeously invigorating notes of lemon and bergamot, fresh floral violets, rose petals, soft iris and calming earthy notes of rich woods, tobacco and musk.

Grounding, charming and sumptuous, it is such a beautiful scent.

 

Continue your experience with the luxurious yet light body lotion.

Infused with the same wonderfully aromatic notes as the body wash, the lotion contains skin conditioning sweet almond, coconut and moringa oils to comfort and nourish your skin, leaving behind an invisible veil of delicate fragrance which lingers on your skin to delight your senses.

 

By The Sea Seaweed Complex Hand Cream Trio (£16)

This gorgeous gift features three travel sized hand creams.

 

Their compact size makes them great for popping in your bag, leaving in the office or simply having one in every room of your home so your hands will never be far away from a decadent hit of long lasting moisture when they most need it.

Formulated with a seaweed complex which contains extract of sea oak, they also contain Vitamin E, shea butter and aloe vera to gently yet effectively basnish dry, sore hands.

 

Velvety in texture, non-greasy and quickly absorbed, they leave your hands feeling wonderfully soft and smooth and feature the same elegant notes as the rest of the collection.

 

By The Sea Body Polish (£8)

Buff yourself beautiful with this gentle exfoliating body polish.

Created with exfoliating sea salt and walnut shell, it helps to reboot your skin and revive your mind with its clean, fresh scent.

 

Enriched with seaweed extracts, aloe vera and arnica flower extract, the luxurious formula gently buffs away dead, dry skin cells when massaged in circular motions into wet skin.

Your skin is left feeling wonderfully soft, smooth and rejuvenated.

 

By The Sea Scented Soap on a Rope (£10)

I think this could be my favourite item from the whole collection.

 

This nostalgic soap on a rope really does evoke images of a refreshing shower after a long day on a warm, salty and sandy beach.

Triple-milled with glycerine, it is both cruelty free and vegan friendly.

Creating a rich, creamy lather, you can now experience a coastal zen from the comfort of your very own bathroom.

The packaging from the collection has been made from sustainably sourced sugarcane and is recyclable, meaning you’ll be helping to save our beaches and sea by recycling.

 

The Heathcote and Ivory By The Sea Collection is available now.

The Body Shop Vanilla Pumpkin Collection

 Autumn is coming and The Body Shop have the perfect new limited edition scent to welcome you with warm arms to the change of seasons.

Think snuggly socks, warm jumpers and hot chocolates!

To celebrate, The Body Shop has created the softest, most decadent scent to warm and comfort.

Meet the new special edition Vanilla Pumpkin Body Collection.

 

 

This rich and comforting scent features notes of sweet hazelnut caramel, maple syrup and almond milk blended with the iconic autumnal icon, pumpkin.

Soft and sweet, it a delicious scent which cocoons you in a warm hug, soothing a tired body and calming an over worked mind.

The collection comprises of a Shower Gel (£5.50), Body Butter (£16) and a Hand Cream (£5).

 

The packaging reflects the colours of autumn as well as the combination of addictively sweet notes contained within the products.

Warm, autumnal reds and oranges swirl with nutty browns and sweet caramel to hint at the notes inside.

Enjoy your first Vanilla Pumpkin experience by stepping into the shower to warm your limbs with the thick, richly foaming gel.

 

 

Infused with vanilla extract from Madagascar, notes of pumpkin, hazelnut caramel and maple syrup, this indulgent Shower Gel effortlessly cleanses and refreshes your skin while leaving behind its beautiful, soft fragrance.

Continue the ritual by treating your body to the deeply nourishing and hydrating properties of the decadent Body Butter.

 

 

Created with a blend of Community Fair Trade shea butter from Ghana, Brazilian babassu oil and sesame seed oil from Nicaragua, this fast working wonder butter instantly softens and smooths dry, parched skin leaving it feeling wonderfully soft and pampered.

Unlike some fragrances which can be overpowering, the beauty of Vanilla Pumpkin is that it is so delicate it doesn’t overwhelm your senses.

 

 

Complete your pampering with the wonderfully soft and non greasy Hand Cream.

Containing a blend of Community Fair Trade Ghanian shea butter and babussa oil, the rich cream is quickly absorbed into your skin leaving your hands feeling soft and nourished while its creamy, sweet notes linger on.

 

The new Vanilla Pumpkin collection won’t be around for forever so hot foot it over to The Body Shop and treat yourself while you can.

Heathcote & Ivory RHS Flower Blooms Daisy Garland Hand Cream Collection

 Heathcote & Ivory are bringing the botanical heritage of RHS alive with two brand new collections.

The RHS is a world leader in its commitment to gardening and gardens and the collaboration between both brands has resulted in a joyful collection of products featuring botanical extracts and signature fragrances, wrapped in unique designs with exquisite illustrations from the RHS Lindley Library.

 

One such gift is the delightful RHS Flower Blooms Daisy Garland Hand Cream Collection (£9).

This charming trio of hand creams are the perfect size for popping in your handbag so you can keep your hands smooth and soft at all times!

Enriched with floral extracts of daisy flower and marigold they also contain shea butter and glycerin to ensure hands stay nourished and soft.

Each hand cream is scented with the Daisy Garland signature fragrance; green garlands laced with delicate gardenia and freesia blooms, topped with fresh daisies, sparkling grapefruit and softened with amber and white woods. 

This literally has to be the most perfect gift for a busy, garden lover and at £9 it’s a great price point too.

You can find the Heathcote & Ivory RHS Flower Blooms Daisy Garland Hand Cream Collection on their website now.