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With Father’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to share some of my favourite Father’s Day Gift ideas.
If you follow this blog, you will be aware that I regularly find it difficult to buy for the men in my family. It becomes even more difficult when they already have everything they want! I am constantly finding new and quirky gift ideas, that nobody else would think to buy. And I have some great Father’s Day Gift ideas to share with you today.
Let’s dive into the Father’s Day Gift ideas
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Some items were also sent to me for review – all thoughts are my own
1. Cheerful Buddha
I was recently contacted by Cheerful Buddha who kindly sent a gift pack to try. Having tried their products before, I can confirm their coffee is amazing. And I am now a huge fan of their chocolate as well. Perfect as a Father’s Day Gift.
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2. Subbytech
Subbytech sent me their CliX Light Up Charging Cable to try out and I was not disappointed. I love the fact that it comes with several adapters, which magnetically click into place.
We also love an extra-long cable – and you can purchase it in various sizes.
Check out these other gift guides, which might be helpful if you’re purchasing for the man in your life:
I think you all know what’s coming up – who doesn’t love a box of flapjacks?
Flapjackery offers award-winning, gluten-free flapjacks in a variety of flavours. Choose between boxes of 3, 6 or 12 giant flapjack slices. Each box contains a combination of chocolatey, scrumptious flapjack flavours. And with message plaque boxes, you can now tell your Dad or father figure, how much he means to you.
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4. Buy Sheds Direct
Maybe you want to treat a deserving Father to the ultimate gift – a garden shed. I know my hubby wants a shed or garage, to restore furniture. Whatever the reason, I am sure this would make the recipient really happy.
They also have a great range of summer houses.
5. Weird Fish
Weird Fish currently has a sale and a great Men’s Section for you to browse and select a great Father’s Day gift.
6. Dare Motivation
Why not give a healthy gift this Father’s Day?
Dare Motivation is a Nutritionally Complete plant-based shake. An all-in-one blend of seeds, superfoods, herbs, phytonutrients, and pre-and probiotics. As well as 26 essential vitamins and minerals.
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Final thoughts
I hope you found this guide useful and found some great gifts for your loved one
For this gift guide, I wanted to do something a little different and walk you through some of the great gift ideas I’ve received over the years.
A funny story first
Firstly, a little bit of humour about the past frogs I’ve dated (they all got me to where I am today, so in hindsight, I’m thankful for the experiences).
My first ever love, when I was just 18 years old, was at my house when I got a lovely, big bunch of roses delivered. The box was literally as big as my toddler is now. In the midst of all the excitement, my mum and I were way too hyped, saying thank you to him, to read the card which came along with the flowers.
Turns out they were a prize from a magazine competition. A total mixture of emotions. Happy, as I had never won anything before. But slightly disappointed that the love of my life (or so I believed at the time) hadn’t bought them for me. I would say the embarrassment he probably felt was off the charts!
If you have any embarrassing Valentine’s stories, let me know in the comments below. I would love to hear from you.
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It’s amazing how my thoughts and feelings on Valentine’s gifts have changed over the years. These days my hubby and I buy each other small gifts. But also make a point of doing romantic things for each other all year round. It reminds me of the Bluey episode where dad shows romance by eating the horrible food the kids made. That is literally how our romance works these days. And honestly, as a tired mum, those “gifts” are worth so much.
However, let’s not deny that we all love to be treated every now and then, with great gift ideas. And also how important self-care is. You might have seen my latest TikTok beauty review, where I talk about the importance of a skincare routine.
Let’s dive into the great gift ideas I’ve researched for this guide. I hope you find something for a loved one or even a gift to treat yourself…
Flowers
It would be rude not to kick off the list with flowers.
This company offer a great range of flower arrangements, all delivered flat-packed in a box. I ordered them for my Mum’s Birthday – they lasted ages and were amazing. So happy with the service and cannot wait to order again!
When I have bad mental health days, a bunch of flowers in the living room will brighten my day. Not to mention the scientific benefits of having plants and flowers in your home.
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Bunches is a great, well-established family business with plenty of different categories, for your gifting needs. Great gift ideas! And you can also add extras at the checkout.
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I always look forward to birthdays, Christmas and Valentine’s Day. A great occasion to stock up on my perfume collection. On the rare occasions, I have a night out or get dressed up, perfume is a must. It makes me feel more alive.
Why not have a browse of your loved ones’ fave perfume or aftershave…
Boots.com has a varied selection of offers on fragrances at the moment. if you join the advantage card programme, you get sent great points offers. When you have enough points, you can convert these to pounds and use your card on your next purchase.
Joining the parenting club also offers extra points for the baby essentials you buy. I use it for toddler vitamins and dental care. Below is a selection of just a few offers I have on my app at the moment. I love the look of the children’s first aid kit. With a toddler who now wants to try skateboarding, it’s a must!
CURRENT OFFERS AVAILABLE:
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Back in the day, I recall spending a small fortune on photos of every memory whilst at Disney World in Florida. However, those memories are worth the money several times over. In terms of how valuable they are.
I just love that a photo gift is a keepsake that will last forever. It’s magical looking at the photo walls in our house. And the ones we bought my parents when we visit their house. Great gift ideas for those closest to you.
Inkifi is a unique photo printing website. I particularly love their square and retro photo prints. Great gift ideas for your loved ones. And if you want to have smaller, compact photos dotted around the house.
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With the January blues out in full force, and the weather still a little bit miserable. Socialising can help your mental health massively. Why not try out the fun idea of pre-buying this stack, to enjoy discounts at a range of pubs in London?
Get a stack of beer mats for just £20 and offer a gift of £100 worth of food & drinks at ten amazing independent pubs across London
CityStack has been created to support independent pubs that are struggling with the current economic situation. Additionally, answer the issue of budget for going out.
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GlossyBox is a great way to look after your skin, and prioritise self-care with a monthly subscription. As I am a busy mum, this is perfect, as I then don’t have to worry about self-care. It just comes directly to my door, at a time when I really need it.
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If you follow the blog, you may have seen how much I love The Body Shop. They offer a range of great gift ideas. You cannot fault the quality of the products. They are the perfect website to get some self-care products for the ones you love.
I’ve even bought my hubby the hemp hand cream and lip balm recently. As he does outdoor work, it’s a must. And how romantic that I am looking after him. He’s also just purchased the Cedar & Sage Conditioning Beard Oil for himself. And our honest thoughts on this product will be posted on the blog soon.
You can check out all my blog posts for The Body Shop here
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Evolve Beauty products are lovingly handmade in small batches at their studio in Hertfordshire, England to ensure the freshness of the precious antioxidants in the natural oils, butter and extracts. Our products are vegan, cruelty-free and eco-friendly.
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LSW London was founded by Lili Sinclair-Williams in 2018. Using her expertise as a therapist, she wanted to create well-being tools that were easy to use and accessible for everyone.
Focusing on positive habits we repeat daily, Lili curated her favourite techniques into our first product – LSW Mind Cards. Today, we have a full range of well-being and mindfulness products selling around the world.
I love nothing more than buying gifts, but also giving something back to charity. Often people will donate brand-new, unopened gifts. So next time you’re out and in need of a gift, pop into your local charity shop and have a look.
I’m so pleased to share this lovely artwork with you.
All proceeds from these sales will go directly to Evesham Greyhound and Lurcher Rescue, A non-profit organisation who have a volunteer network across the UK. EGLR don’t receive any government help or grants and so totally relies on donations and fundraising to pay the ever-rising vet and food bills.
Royal British Legion
You can check out The Poppy Shop for some great gifts, which also benefit an amazing charity.
Why not make a donation, as the perfect Valentine’s gift to help other people?
Whether it’s a one-off donation or a regular gift, no donation is too small to make a difference.
£5 a month could help with vital household items for a veteran and their family.
Every candle sold means more money to charity and good causes. As featured in Stylist, Evening Standard and Courier magazine. They are a happy brand with an all-female illustration team who design the products. The workforce is climate positive. In addition, the product is Vegan.
Candles Direct is a great way to buy from the top brands, and stock up on accessories. I am in love with these great gift ideas and want to purchase them now!
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Bamboo’s natural thermoregulation means it helps to keep feet warm on chilly days but can react to changes in temperature, releasing heat when it warms up.
When I was contacted by Trendhim, I loved looking through the amazing items on offer. It was the perfect gift solution for my hubby for Valentine’s Day. So what did I order?
Not found anything you like in this guide? Why not check out the retailers below for some inspiration?
Dont forget the wrapping & Valentine’s Cards
Waterstones Gift WrapWaterstones Valentine’s Day CardsThortful makes a great range of greeting cards, all uniquely designed. They arrived packaged in a letterbox-style box and I was very impressed the last time I ordered. It’s now my go-to place for greeting cards.
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Final Thoughts
I hope you enjoyed reading the gift guide and that you found something for your loved ones.
Let me know your fave gifts in the comments below…
It’s no secret that I love affordable but effective beauty products. And I try and fit in self-care whenever I can. These trusted beauty products, allow me to quickly transform from mum mode into work or going out mode. And given our recent family financial difficulties, my purchases must also be affordable.
I want to share some of my favourite self-care products in this gift guide.
Quick note: Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for other people.
My Favourite products from the No7 range
Here are some of the trusted No7, everyday self-care products I am currently using. And why I love them so much
Every few months, I pick another colour from the range. It is part of my self-care routine, to do my nails for work and also when I go out. Let’s all just agree right now, that blogging images also look better when someone has their nails done! However, finding the time to do them is a different story.
I tried this product a while ago and it’s great. I bought a light shade of pink and it’s a lovely addition to the cheeks for going out. It also added some much-needed colour to my cheeks for work the other day.
Again, this is a product I use daily. If I fancy a bit of subtle colour at work, or for going out. It’s an easy-to-use product, and the coverage is great. It also has lasting power, without getting bitty.
I have tried several make-up primers in the past. But this one is silky smooth and gives a flawless finish to your makeup. I notice a difference when I don’t use it!
As someone with pretty short eyelashes, I need something which transforms my eyes from a normal working mum to going out to party mode. This mascara does just that and it’s a trusted product I keep going back to. Because it works. And it’s affordable.
In the past, I haven’t been kind to my nails. And I am now seeing the impact of the damage. As I frequently use nail polish, I need to use a treatment to look after my nails.
A few years ago, I decided to start using a base and top coat with my nail polish. Simply to protect my nails and also give me a more flawless look. If you use this base with the gel finish products, it can give the look of fuller nails. A bit like you would get when they apply shellac in a salon. But with much less cost involved!
Exactly what it says on the tin. A flawless finish protects the colour of the nails underneath. If I am on holiday, this product can bring staying power to the nails, which is a must. Who wants to be doing their nails when they can be at the beach, with a cocktail instead?
I use this product daily. In place of a BB cream or foundation. The coverage is great and it leaves my skin looking fresh throughout the day.
I recently made a TikTok post about the self-care products I use daily, whilst sitting at my desk blogging. Featuring the No7 Protect & Perfect Eye Cream & Lip Care
In need of a gift or want to treat yourself – have a browse at Boots Fragrance
My Favourite self-care products from The Body Shop
Mother’s Day wellness
Why not pick up a wellness gift set for the amazing mum in your life?
Because I love The Body Shop so much, I have made it a mission to try some new self-care products. And I must say, I am not disappointed. Read my review of them below.
Trusted products I use frequently
Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter
This goes on in a solid form but quickly melts to a nice clear butter. Not too heavy but feels nourishing and brings off the day’s impurities. It also smells lovely and there is a calming, take-the-day-off sense about it. I will now be adding it to my skincare routine and using it a few times a week. Along with my Edelweiss skincare products.
This nail oil smells divine. I’ve been on the lookout for some great cuticle treatments for a while and thought I would try this. The brush and applicator allow just the right amount. And the consistency turns from a slight gel to oil once brushed on. A bit like smelling fresh cherry Bakewell baking in the oven, whilst you partake in self-care.
Let’s start with opening the packet – there is so much liquid in there, which gives great overall coverage and you know you’re in for a real treat. I will be honest and say I usually opt for the much cheaper sheet masks. And although this price point is higher, you literally get what you pay for and this product has a quality all over it.
I’ve never tried a sheet mask where the moisture soaks into the face and the mask eventually goes dry. But this happened with the Edelweiss mask. It smells lovely and my skin was left feeling nourished and refreshed after using it. I will be purchasing more.
I bought a little bottle of this to try it. When I’ve used banana products from other brands before, they can be overpowering and sickly. However, this has just the right amount of fragrance. It honestly makes my hair feel lovely and the smell brings about a relaxing sense. I will be purchasing a bigger bottle.
I’ve loved the fruity scents from The Body Shop since I was a teen. It just depends on what scents you’re into the most. I feel relaxed, looked after and like I’m in a field picking strawberries when I use this product. Love it so much, so I had to treat myself recently.
This is so nourishing with a hint of fragrance. You can tell it’s helping to protect your hands. My hubby uses it every day before work and I also love pinching a bit of it too!
I’ve used this product for a while now. And even before I purchased the Edelweiss range, the charcoal mask left my skin feeling fresh. And my complexion was noticeably clearer.
Final Thoughts
I hope you enjoyed reading the rundown of the trusted beauty products I use daily.
Do you use any of these products? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
And I would love your suggestions on any other products I should try…
The fantastic offers you get when shopping online at The Body Shop keep me returning as a shopper. Not to mention the great, high-quality products.
In this post, I want to walk you through a recent order I placed with The Body Shop and the greatbenefits I received. Also, share with you my latest beauty review.
Disclaimer – depending on when you are reading this post, I would check the website for up-to-date offers
Firstly, there are two current offers available at the moment. And I have a discount code for you… at the end of this post.
You currently receive a free cleanser when you meet certain spending thresholds for skin care. I was on a mission to top up my Edelweiss skincare range, so I knew I would meet this threshold.
Who doesn’t love a shower gel and an offer to get a full-sized bottle for just £4.00 when you’re spending £15.00 overall?
Let’s talk about Edelweiss
It might be worth watching my recent TikTok beauty review video. Where I talk all about why I love the range so much. Here are the highlights:
-Glowing skin
-Smoother skin
-A self-care skincare routine
-Fresh-feeling skin
-A way for me to take the day off after work
-As a busy mum, something for myself
These are the reasons I will continue to purchase this skincare range. It makes my skin looks smoother and brighter, as a result of using the serum and intense smoothing cream daily.
Want another beauty review?
Because I cannot deny the quality of the products. And The Body Shop has always made me feel like I invest in my self-care, another beauty review is incoming soon. Follow me on TikTok to keep up to date with the latest videos.
Here is what you can expect to see soon…
A review of the Edelweiss eye serum concentrate. The older I get, it’s the area I like to focus on
Edelweiss Liquid Peel review
Edelweiss Serum concentrate sheet mask review
And LOTS more Body Shop products
Love Your Body club
As a member of the Love Your Body Club, I also earn points and receive rewards. So far I’ve spent £10.00 in-store, during a post-Christmas shopping trip. And for each subsequent purchase, I’ve received a £5.00 reward.
As shown in the images below, I have also been sent an Edelweiss sample. Which is a bonus, because I am trying to stock up on the range.
The reward system is so easy to use, both online and in-store.
Is this your first time signing up for the club? Get 15% off your first purchase when you sign up. Use code: LYBC15
Use my discount code for purchases at The Body Shop
USE CODE MCA20 FOR A 20% DISCOUNT. Full terms & conditions are here.
Final thoughts
Let me know your thoughts on this skincare range.
Do you use it? Would you try it?
I would love to hear from you in the comments below.
And don’t forget to check out my next beauty review. My video reels are posted to TikTok, Instagram and also YouTube.
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Check out all the other blog posts about The Body Shop
With Christmas coming up, I had to ensure The Body Shop made it onto my Christmas present spreadsheet. I know my family and friends love some of their trusted favourites. Check out my latest finds.
I will also be reviewing an amazing gift set recently sent to me by The Body Shop.
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Let’s dive into the gifted items I was sent and why I love them so much
This set is fantastic. Such a luxurious scent and some of the items are only available in the set. It also comes in a cute gift package and has everything you need to provide your loved ones with the self-care they need!
Read to the bottom for a discount code!
Let’s dive into the trusted favourites I buy every year
The strawberry range takes me back to my younger days. The fruity smell is so luxurious and I have just the person in mind for this cute little gift set.
Whipping up memories of summer sports and sweet treats, the heart-shaped strawberry could be said to be the most symbolic of berries, but it’s all the more lovable as our splendidly scented Strawberry fragrance and body care range. Each of our strawberry beauty products contains real strawberry seed oil, bringing the plump, juicy fruit to your bathroom and on-the-go bag.
Jolly & Juicy Strawberry Essentials Gift
Strawberry Essentials Gift
This is a juicy Christmas gift they’ll love to unwrap.
You may remember me writing an entire blog post on the Edelweiss range. And why I love it so much. It was only right to buy this item for someone I love.
Let’s talk about dry hair – straight or curly, thick or thin, it can affect any hair type. We are introducing our range of hair shampoo, conditioner and hair care products formulated with dry hair and scalps in mind. Think shampoo for dry hair, hydrating conditioners and nourishing masks.
Ginger Shampoo
My hubby loves both of these products. They make your hair feel clean and refreshed. Something we both require as tired parents.
Ginger Anti-dandruff Shampoo
What does it do for you?
Anti-dandruff shampoo
Perfect for dry, flaky scalps
Help clear flakes
Leave dry, itchy scalps feeling soothed
Made with 90% ingredients of natural origin
Certified by The Vegan Society
Ginger Scalp Care Conditioner
What does it do for you?
Scalp care conditioner
Perfect for dry scalps and weak hair
Leave dry scalps feeling soothed*
Leave hair feeling stronger, softer and more resilient*
A ball of pure orange energy as vibrant as the sun, is there anything better than a satsuma to help put a zing in your step and a wiggle in your walk? We love those bursting citrus notes so much that we’ve captured this juicy fruit in our Satsuma body care products.
Welcome to my children’s books & toys gift guide. If you’re still struggling with gift ideas for Christmas, check them out. Maybe you want to donate some gifts to charity. Or you need a present for a nursery school birthday party.
Whatever the occasion, I have you covered with some fantastic ideas.
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Children’s books
Full Media
I have worked with Full Media previously and I am supportive of independent book publishers. Several of their books were included in the blog post discussing Children’s emotions. Today, I have some new titles to share and some fantastic plush toys to accompany the books.
First, the reindeer got sick. Then Santa got sick. Now it’s up to Clara Claus and her slightly annoying brother Nick to save Christmas. But with toys to make, elves to manage, lists to sort and flying reindeer to train, can they summon enough Christmas spirit to deliver the perfect Christmas?
Clara Claus Saves Christmas is an exciting festive adventure filled with fun and Christmas spirit from the author/illustrator team that created the hugely popular Catch that Cough. Filled with friendship, family, heart and trust, as well as beautiful illustrations, Clara Claus is the perfect book to bring home this Christmas.
If you haven’t already read the blog posts written by this amazing science whizz, then head over there now. I genuinely look forward to reading her blog posts, especially the attractive and fun layout. And how she makes science fun.
I’ve recently found out she also wrote a book for kids. And I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Chemical Reactions brings chemistry to life with hands-on, science-minded activities and plenty of text-to-world connections that invite kids ages 7 to 12 to discover the wonderful world of chemical reactions!
This book is perfect for a Christmas Eve Box. I have let my little one start reading the book now, in the build-up to Christmas. And she absolutely loves it.
Discover The Lost Wish by Clare Anderson and Emily Jacobs, illustrated by Emma Kurran, where imagination is limitless, and pure adventure awaits. It’s a tale guaranteed to excite and inspire young readers everywhere.
Set off on a remarkable journey through a mystical land! Join Siena, a bright and brave little girl, who one stormy night, steps through a magical archway and into Elfland; a thrilling world of friendly elves, dangerous dragons, flying pixies and talking rats! Discover what adventure awaits her.
Buddy Soft Toy from The Lost Wish
I will be purchasing this plush toy, as an addition to my little one’s Christmas Eve Box. And to tie in with the theme of the book.
Buddy Soft Toy
Other great book titles we currently read at home
We actually bought Dave the Lonely Monster from a literature festival. Because it reminds my little one of a family member. This is one of the books tucked away on her high shelf, for safekeeping. And every now and then, Dave makes his appearance.
I love sitting down to read this book with her and we have hours of fun falling in love with lonely Dave.
We are huge fans of The Gruffalo books in our house. But recently our little one loves the puppet book and really interacts with the character. It is lovely to see.
Meg & Mog is such an old classic. We actually found our copy in a charity shop. My little one specifically asks for the ‘Meg & Mog book’. I just love the graphics and the feeling of nostalgia when reading it.
WoWow is a huge toy marketplace, with a great range to choose from! There are helpful sections, which are age-related and you can also search by toy type.
Help spark creative expression in your budding artist with this generously sized, deluxe wooden easel featuring both a magnetic chalkboard and a dry-erase board. The removable plastic trays mean that kids have loads of easy-reach art supplies (not included) at their fingertips. Plus 39 letter and number magnets that are great for extended play!
What will children pretend to bake up with this 20-piece set? Anything they can think of! Promote creative play and imaginative thinking with these food-grade baking tools made of premium materials like stainless steel and solid wood, sized just right for little hands and play kitchens.
The 32 pieces in this wooden building set include nails to pound with the hammer, screws to turn with the screwdriver, and panels to connect and saw apart.
We do love a good puzzle in our house. We are all problem solvers and it’s great to see my little one making the connections in her brain. And using vital skills, whilst also playing.
This challenging 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle comes together to reveal a collection of your favourite LEGO mini figures! Whether you are a Master Builder or have just started clicking bricks together, this puzzle creates LEGO fun the whole family can enjoy together.
We are huge fans of Bluey in our house. It’s the one kid’s programme we can all sit down and watch together. I won’t lie, the hubby and I get quite emotional at the lovely family moments.
My little one is a creative little soul. She loves sitting down with her paint pots and is so proud when she makes something of her own.
Every birthday and Christmas, she receives something creative from us. And we have hours of fun making something together. Then proudly displaying it on a shelf.
Final Thoughts
I hope you loved checking out these great items. I certainly had fun sharing the Children’s Books & Toys, we buy for our little one. And the amazing memories these create.
If you follow my blog, you will know I cannot resist a self-care treat from The Body Shop. Well, I have an extraordinary surprise to share with you today! Launching – 21 August 2022. TOMORROW!
20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)
Body Shop Advent Calendar
For those of you saying it’s too early to think about an advent calendar, it isn’t. I am secretly really excited about autumn, Halloween and the countdown to Christmas. I am also mindful that I need to spend money wisely this year, maybe make some savings where I can, and definitely start buying some gifts earlier than usual. Just this morning, my little one had a huge smile on her face when we told her Santa is busy sorting out presents. I asked her what she wanted and the magic in her eyes made me emotional.
What a deal
The product I have to recommend to you today, allows you to receive £159.00 worth of products for a price tag of £95.00. It’s a great way to stock up on your essentials, treat someone you love, or treat yourself. We all deserve it!
Making a saving of at least £34.50 is great in my book – because I am always looking at ways of cutting costs.
The Box Of Wonders Big Advent Calendar
What’s inside?
Here to help you buff, slather and moisturise head-to-toe, our Big Advent Calendar is packed with 25 surprises, including some full-sized favourites. Unwind with our bestselling Face Masks, refresh with our zesty Shower Gels and nourish with our indulgent Body Butters made with Community Fair Trade shea butter from Ghana.
Contributing to great causes
With every Box of Wonders, you’ll also find little facts about our Community Fair Trade partners or an act of kindness, so you can share some wonder and joy with your friends, family and community. You can even reuse the pop-ups as gift tags, and the drawers are great for storing crafts and other little bits and bobs, long after Christmas.
And remember, this Advent calendar doesn’t just bring you and the people you love, happiness, it also supports our global partners in Ghana with fair and regular income opportunities and access to healthcare and education projects. So far over 600 women across 11 villages have seen improvements in their lives.
My personal favourites
I couldn’t let you go without including a full rundown of the contents and the all-important size guide – Length 31cm x Depth 22cm x Height 17 cm Weight 2.8 kg.
I am so excited to go through this list:
Shea Hand Balm 30ml
Avocado Lip Care Stick 4.2g
Strawberry Shower Gel 60ml
Camomile Muslin Cloth
Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter 20ml
Aloe Calm Hydration Sheet Mask 18ml
British Rose Shower Scrub 50ml
Bath Lily Large Ramie Gift
Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask 15ml
Shea Intense Repair Shampoo 250ml
Avocado Shower Cream 60ml
Mango Body Butter 50ml
Almond Milk Shower Cream 60ml
Tie Front Headband
Nicaraguan Coffee Intense Awakening Mask 15ml
Almond Milk Soap 100g
Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel 60ml
Vitamin C Glow Sheet Mask 18ml
Avocado Body scrub 50ml
British Rose Shower Gel 60ml
British Rose Hand Cream 30ml
Vitamin E Quench Sheet Mask 18ml
Shea Body Butter 50ml
Himalayan Charcoal Skin Clarifying Night Peel 30ml
Breathe Massage Melt 75ml
I am so happy to see the good old Strawberry Shower Gel included. Since reviewing a recent bundle from The Body Shop, I am also in love with the Almond Milk products and love the sound of the Almond body scrub.
Final thoughts
I need to toddle off and send this post to everyone who knows and loves me, in the hope someone purchases it for Christmas for me. Sending this thought out into the universe in the hope it manifests.
Will you be buying this?
Which are your favourite products? I would love some recommendations from you on my next purchases from The Body Shop.
Because you all loved my last post featuring The Box Of Wonders Big Advent Calendar, I have TWO additional advent calendars to share with you today.
20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)
LAUNCHING – 18 September 2022
Quick note: Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for other people.
Small in size but packed full of treats – the Box of Wishes Advent Calendar contains skincare, face masks and beauty tools. Hydrate with our Shower Gel before nourishing your skin with our Body Butter infused with Community Fair Trade Mango Seed Oil from India.
This calendar celebrates the women of Chhattisgarh, India, and through our Mango Seed Oil, we continue to support them with job prospects and opportunities for independence.
What’s included?
STRAWBERRY SHOWER GEL 60ML BRITISH ROSE HAND CREAM 30ML RASPBERRY BORN LIPPY 10ML MINI RAMIE BATH LILY BRITISH ROSE SHOWER GEL 60ML TEA TREE FACE WASH 60ML SATSUMA SOAP 100G MANGO BODY BUTTER 50ML SHEA HAND BALM 10ML VITAMIN C SHEET MASK 18ML SHEA SHAMPOO 60ML SHEA CONDITIONER 60ML PINK GRAPEFRUIT SHOWER GEL 60ML STRAWBERRY LIP BUTTER 10ML MANGO SHOWER GEL 60ML HIMALAYAN CHARCOAL MASK 15ML HAIR CLAW ALMOND MILK SHOWER CREAM 60ML BRITISH ROSE SHOWER SCRUB 50ML VITAMIN E SHEET MASK 18ML SHEA SOAP 100G STRAWBERRY HAND CREAM 30ML AVOCADO SHOWER CREAM 60ML ALMOND MILK BODY BUTTER 50ML
Our Ultimate Advent Calendar is bursting with iconic full-sized bestsellers as well as exciting new products, beauty tools and everything you need to nourish your body and soul. Scrub, soften and slather your way to your most beautiful Christmas yet with our luxurious Sheet Masks, nourishing Body Butters, and rejuvenating Body Scrubs.
What’s included?
AVOCADO SHOWER CREAM 250ML CAMOMILE CLEANSING BUTTER 20ML EDELWEISS LIQUID PEEL 100ML MANGO HAND BALM 30ML BOOST HAND WASH 250ML MORINGA SHAMPOO 250ML STRAWBERRY LIP BUTTER 10ML RAMIE BATH LILY MORINGA CONDITIONER 250ML VITAMIN E HYDRATING TONER 250ML VITAMIN E SHEET MASK 18ML MANGO BATH BLEND 250ML BRITISH ROSE BODY YOGURT 200ML ALMOND MILK LIP CARE STICK 4.2G PINK CLAY FACIAL KONJAC SPONGE HIMALAYAN CHARCOAL MASK 15ML PINK GRAPEFRUIT SHOWER GEL 250ML MANGO BODY SCRUB 50ML AVOCADO LOTION TO OIL 200ML BRITISH ROSE FACIAL MASK 15ML ALMOND MILK HAND BALM 30ML EDELWEISS SHEET MASK 21ML HIMALAYAN CHARCOAL NIGHT PEEL 30ML SHEA BODY BUTTER 200ML SLEEP PILLOW MIST 100ML
Final Thoughts
If you follow the blog, you will know I am a huge fan of The Body Shop. You can check out my other posts featuring their amazing products below:
20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)
If you follow my blog, you will know I love The Body Shop. Since being a teenager and buying animal-shaped soaps on my trips to the nearest town centre with friends. I’ve loved the scents and the ethos behind the company.
In recent years, I now require high-quality products. It’s all about taking care of my skin and having a little self-care and indulgence in my life. As a busy mum, lack of sleep sometimes means bad skin, dark circles and all the other wonderful downsides of motherhood. A rescue plan to make me look and feel better is required.
I was overjoyed when The Body Shop sent me a package full of their best sellers to review
Let’s dive in
Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask
I’ve been looking for a product to even my skin tone and I am so impressed with the results after using this scrub. It’s my go-to product now. And I’ve already ordered more. As a busy mum, having an even skin tone and refreshed look means less maintenance. Given that I quickly rub concealer on my face, in the car before the nursery drop. Anything that avoids this extra task, I will pay good money for.
Over the summer, it is nicer to have no make-up on your face. These days it just sweats off me anyway. This charcoal mask is a weekly treat I can use to enable me to have a fresh face for summer outings.
I must admit, I love the fruity body butter from The Body Shop. But they do tend to be a little thicker in consistency. This one is my new favourite. Simply because it’s so light on your skin and totally refreshing for summer. I can imagine taking it on holiday abroad with me and feeling extra moisturised after a day in the sun.
We’ve all heard of this one. I would say it’s one of the most iconic Body Shop products. I’ve wanted to try it for a while and my hubby is in need of some because he works outside in all weather conditions.
The texture is lovely and it smells amazing. You can literally feel it immediately helping your skin. And I love that feeling.
This isn’t a product I would normally choose. I have dry, frizzy and unmanageable hair. However, the smell and the texture are so refreshing. And I actually really love using it now. It makes me feel cleaner than using my previous shampoo. Unlike other shampoos, you use a very tiny amount, which means it goes further than other products I’ve used in the past.
Discount code
If you would like to purchase any of these items, I have a discount code for you to use…
20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)
However, please rest assured that I would only recommend brands I would buy from myself
We all love a slogan T-Shirt, right? I have many, And something I love to represent with my style is the topic of mental health and helping the environment. If you also want to represent these important issues and let everyone know it’s okay to talk, then you’re in the right place. I am an advocate for great causes!
I’ve wanted to write a guide on unique businesses offering these products for a while. And now it’s here. And, I have some fantastic brands lined up just for you.
We’re based in Portishead with a view of the Severn estuary and the Welsh hills! So, seaside air and a sense of light and space surround us. Sustainability and not contributing to a world with too much waste and stuff are really important to us, so the organic cotton and sustainable printing and manufacturing processes used to make our clothes and accessories are key.
I’m a mum to two and in our family, we have a great love of nicknames. Names get mangled until they are unrecognisable. It’s how my husband’s mum became Moo – I call her that too! And my kids call their gran, Gran Moo. Like all mums, I lose my cool sometimes and think of myself as going into Angry Cow mode, so when my 5-year-old brought home a picture she’d drawn of a cow that looked so adorably angry – the name of the Angry Cow store was born!
It’s a place to be creative and my 5-year-old has a hand in some of the designs as you might notice!
Sarah kindly agreed to send both me and my little one our favourite design so we could create some fun content for you all. I love the shirt so much, that I am even wearing it for work. And everyone loves the design. I patricianly loved the slit design at the side, which makes it more comfortable for me and it hangs better.
You can also get free shipping from Friday 29th July to midnight on Sunday 31st of July, when ordering through this store.
I created my t-shirt brand in January 2018 and launched a website alongside to showcase my t-shirt line. The birth of Teela Jam came about from the acronym T.E.A.L which means together express and love. I was feeling stuck after having my son, suffering from postnatal psychosis, and I wanted more out of my life. Teela Jam gave me a way forward to put out positive messages, get creative and advocate on issues such as mental health and many others including sexual health, healing holistically and parenting. Teela Jam focuses on three themes which include self-love, personality and confidence. Its overall aim is to support people to be themselves in a world that tells them not to be and as well as that to not feel stuck by the hard times.
PLEASE NOTE – I am recommending Mind, Body & Sole because they do amazing charity work. They did not sponsor this post
You may have seen me promoting this charitable organisation on Twitter. If you missed, it please check out their posts.
This evening we have been in touch with the police to help support an individual in crisis and worked with the police to make sure this person got the right support and to safety.
Thank you for the continued support and love.
We are here for you 7 days a week 365 days a year pic.twitter.com/WPQfFQeFAj
— Mind, Body & Sole (@MindBodySoleUK) July 20, 2022
I purchased a T-shirt a while ago and I wanted to include the brand here today, simply because they do such fantastic work helping people in need. I personally want it to continue and I will do what I can to help the cause.
Check out their online shop. And help someone in need.
Other ways to contact
You can check our Mind Body Sole on Facebook and Instagram. Also by emailing.
I am so excited to be working with The Spark Company and I love their mental health-related T-shirts.
A bit about how The Spark Company began
Welcome to Spark, a community for anyone who believes in the radical notion that everyone should be treated equally.
We’re what people call feminist killjoys, a term that we’re actually quite proud of. We’re here to put our money where our ‘loud feminist’ mouths are, creating apparel and accessories that scream feminism + equality while whispering quality + sustainability seductively (and consensually) in your ear at the same time.
We know that ethical shopping is important to our community, and we ain’t no pump and dump brand. We’re all in, meet your parents, stand outside in the rain with a speaker above our head kinda into this, and we want you to be too.
Final thoughts
I hope you enjoyed reading all about these wonderful brands.
I think you will agree we have a great list of meaningful apparel sellers:
Businesses born out of tough circumstances
Small businesses – which I love promoting
Mental health advocates
Advocating for women’s rights
Sustainable clothing
What are your favourite designs?
And will you be ordering any of these amazing items?
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