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Explore beauty and wellbeing tips, reviews, and personal insights that celebrate clean, compassionate beauty and nurturing self-care. From nourishing skincare to wellness rituals, the posts reflect my passion for improving parents’ wellbeing. Expect honest reviews of brands and practical routines tailored for health-conscious parents.

LoveLula April 2019 Beauty Box
Beauty & Wellbeing

LoveLula April 2019 Beauty Box review

It’s always a treat to receive the LoveLula beauty box! The April edit contains 4 full-size natural beauty treats. There are also 2 lovely little samples to whet your whistle. This month’s box is worth £63, but costs just £14.95 as a monthly subscriber. Read on to learn more about the LoveLula April 2019 Beauty Box. Alteya Organics Chamomile Water This is my favourite item in the box. I love a good flower water, and chamomile is such a wonderful herb for adults and children alike. Alteya Organics describe the water as therapeutic grade, refreshing and toning, uplifting and energising. I’ve used it in several ways already – to replace the toner in my evening routine, to soothe my toddler’s skin after sun exposure, and on my baby’s cradle cap and to clean her nappy area. We really love it! Alteya Organics Chamomile Water Buy Now – £16.65 at Alteya…

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Botanicals Foot Rescue Balm for cared-for feet

My feet caused me such embarrassment as a teenager. Not only were they sweaty, yet dry and cracked, they were often uncomfortable from wearing the wrong shoes. At thirty something, I know the right footwear, alongside a solid foot care routine is the best way to healthy, soft, sweet smelling feet. In this post, I share my review of Botanicals Foot Rescue Balm, a wonderful natural product that works so well as part of my foot care routine. I’m already a big fan of Botanicals – their Gentle Moisturiser and Nourish Cream Cleanser are particularly good natural skincare basics. So I jumped at the chance to try this beautiful foot balm. All Botanicals products are handmade in Britain, Soil Association certified organic, and suitable for vegans. Botanicals balms are made entirely with plant derived ingredients – no animal products or mineral oil. The oils used are cold-pressed, making for a…

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March 2019 natural beauty empties
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March 2019 Natural Beauty Empties

March has flown by! I’ve sampled so many amazing new brands and products, it’s felt like Christmas every day. In my empties this month you’ll find a gentle face moisturiser, organic conditioner, foaming and gel face washes, hand sanitiser, creamy body wash, sumptuous body butter, and a Mother’s day treat I ate too soon – oops! Enjoy my March 2019 natural beauty empties! Natural beauty empties Botanicals Gentle Moisturiser This moisturiser is one of my favourites. It’s so gentle and mild, and the fragrance is wonderfully delicate. Even though it moisturises effectively, I’ve been blemish free throughout my time using it. Read my full review of Botanicals moisturiser plus cleanser. Botanicals Gentle Moisturiser Buy Now – £22.50 at Botanicals Ezápé Naturals Rosemary Body Butter (plus secret butter!) I couldn’t wait to start using this again after Cara was born. It’s such a fantastic winter balm and the fragrance is so…

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Rahua Voluminous Shampoo & Conditioner review
Hair Care

Rahua Voluminous Shampoo & Conditioner Review

In this post I’m sharing my review of the super-luxurious Rahua Voluminous Shampoo and Rahua Voluminous Conditioner. You should definitely read this post if you’re considering investing in this expensive duo. I first came across Rahua because my blogger friends posted reviews about their experiences with the products. Excited by the buzz, I bagged myself a sample. Intrigued by the brand, I then invested in Rahua’s fabulous natural hairspray. My hair is decidedly normal, but it’s fine and somewhat thinning. For the past 2 months, I’ve experienced some pretty severe postpartum hair loss. And due to stress my psoriasis has flared again, leaving my scalp irritated and dry. It’s a tricky situation, though, as overly moisturising formulations tend to leave me with greasy roots. I don’t like to wash my hair every day (lazy mama), so that’s always a consideration when choosing a shampoo and conditioner. What I really wanted…

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LoveLula March 2019 Beauty Box
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LoveLula March 2019 Beauty Box review

It’s been like Christmas for me this month with 2 gorgeous beauty boxes to review. The LoveLula March 2019 Beauty Box is a real treasure trove of skincare and makeup from both well-known and new brands. The March beauty box contains 4 full-size natural beauty products and 3 sample sachets. It’s worth a whopping £70, but costs just £14.95 as a monthly subscriber. When I got the box in my hands this month, I was startled at how light it was compared with previous months. It took a few moments for me to realise that this box must contain MAKEUP! How exciting! So let’s have a look at this month’s fabulous box! Mádara Deep Moisture Gel I’m a big fan of Mádara natural skincare, especially their cleansers, so I was really excited to find this light gel moisturiser in the box. It’s intended for oily and combination skin, but I…

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Alteya Organics Hand Cream
Skin Care

Support ageing hands with Alteya Organics Hand Cream

In this post, I’d love to introduce you to Alteya Organics Hand Cream, a lovely rose oil based hand cream I’ve been using the last few weeks. Officially titled Alteya Organics Age Defense Hand Cream, this hand cream is perfect for all ages, but is particularly suited to mature skins. It not only actively treats the signs of ageing like dehydration and skin discolouration, but it future-proofs skin against further pigmentation. It’s true that hands are one of the first places to show the signs of ageing. Along with the face and neck, they’re the body part most frequently exposed to damaging UV rays, wind, and cold. When you think about all the things your hands do on a daily basis, it’s no wonder they start to age faster than everywhere else. And despite how we live and what we do, collagen is inevitably lost from the skin over time.…

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February 2019 natural beauty empties

Hello, spring! I’m so pleased to see the back of February. We’ve had flu, colds, and viruses all winter. It’s time to welcome in the sunlight and fresh air! And in this post, I’m bringing you my February 2019 natural beauty empties. I’ve had a busy month trying lots of new products, and so many of my everyday products have been emptied. This month I share a well-rounded mix of shampoo, Castile soap, deodorant, body oil and butter, exfoliator, and wipes. I hope you enjoy learning about them! Natural beauty empties Tabitha James Kraan Organic Hair Cleanser Tabitha James Kraan’s hair care system has changed the way I care for my hair. Instead of washing the life out of it, this gentle hair cleanser respects and nourishes it. Why not read my full review of Tabitha James Kraan to find out more about this special shampoo and Tabitha James Kraan’s…

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Natural hairsprays to fix your style

Natural hairsprays are the answer to those looking to lead a cleaner lifestyle. We all know that hairspray is a must to set your style, increase its longevity, and control stray hairs. But many conventional hairsprays contain less than desirable ingredients for those trying to live a cleaner life. Read on to learn why natural hairspray is a better choice for you, your children and the environment, plus my top picks of natural hairsprays to choose from. Why you should choose natural hairsprays Most hairsprays add volume and texture and help to give your hair a finished look and feel. But the biggest concern with some conventional hairspray should be the safety warning it comes with, including irritation to skin and eyes, and drowsiness. Synthetic fragrance could also cause concern because its formula need not be disclosed by the manufacturer. Many natural hairsprays use naturally-derived fragrance. In some natural hairsprays…

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LoveLula February 2019 Beauty Box review

It’s been 6 months since I last reviewed the LoveLula Beauty Box, although I’ve still enjoyed receiving the odd box. I took a break to relax in the later stages of pregnancy and of course settle in with our new baby. But this month I’m back with it and so glad to share my LoveLula February 2019 Beauty Box review! February’s beauty box contains 5 full-size natural beauty products. It’s worth £60, but costs just £14.95 as a monthly subscriber. Let’s jump straight in and take a look at the natural beauty products. PHB Ethical Beauty Gentle Moisturiser PHB skincare has recently undergone a transformation, with new products in redesigned packaging and glass containers. I like PHB although I did suffer a reaction to one of their cleansers, which is rare for me. But I was delighted to discover this hypoallergenic fragrance-free moisturiser in the box. Although I don’t consider…

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The best natural organic face masks
Skin Care

Best face masks – natural & organic

Now that winter is drawing to a close and spring is approaching, I’m talking about the best face masks you can buy that are natural and organic. The absolute best face masks are going to help you get your glow on, reinvigorating your skin to reveal its best self. You’ll find a great variety of face masks in this post – a silky pre-made mask, an exfoliating powder mask you mix yourself (fun, and very versatile), a peel mask, a sleeping mask, and one under £10 for the budget conscious. If you’re baffled by all the different types of mask and are wondering which to try and what might suit you best, this post will help you. But first things first. Why use a face mask in your routine? A face mask is an essential part of your routine – especially if you’re spot or blackhead prone. And if dull…

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