Hartpury Soap Company; ultimate handmade skincare and wedding favours from the Gloucestershire countryside.

   Whether you’re looking for bespoke wedding favours or a touch of luxurious handmade skincare, Hartpury Soap Company are sure to be able to cater for your desires! Based in Gloucestershire, this artisan business was founded by Kim Freeman, who has a keen interest in all things natural. All of her products are completely natural and 100% free from chemical ingredients like parabens and SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate). An extensive range of all-natural products are available online via the website (www.hartpurysoapcompany.co.uk), and Hartpury Soap Company stalls can often be found popping up at various events (all upcoming events are listed on the website), so you’re bound to find something that suits you! Also available are a number of accessories such as soap dishes, wooden scoops (for bath salts), body brushes, and reflexology rollers.

"...grab a cup of tea, a cappuccino, or a glass of wine if you'd prefer, a have a relaxing look around, we are sure there will be something to temp you..."

   I particularly love Hartpury Soap Company’s straightforward, no nonsense way of thinking. The vast product range is available in seven scents, so you simply find the products that you’d like to purchase then pick the fragrances that tickle your fancy! My personal favourite fragrances available are zingy Orange & Ginger, cleansing Tea Tree & Eucalyptus, and relaxing Lavender & Vetiver. If you want something refreshing, try the Tea Tree & Lime or Lavender & Lime scents to help you revive your senses. Or for something fragrant and zesty, try for the Orange & Patchouli option. For ultimate relaxation, opt for the Patchouli & Geranium – this one is particularly good for a long hot soak in the tub to help you unwind (a Bath Melt in this fragrance is just divine).

   Bath Salts are one of my all-time favourite products. They’re a great way to turn your everyday bath into a luxurious relaxing experience. Hartpury Soap Company sell Himalayan Bath Salts in all of the divine fragrances listed above. They are presented beautifully in a simple glass bottle with a Hemu Wood Scoop included, and smaller refill salts are also available to top it up when you’re running low. Simple pop a scoop under warm running water when you’re filling the tub for a fragrance and relaxing soak.

"...release you're inner Cleopatra..."

   For something a little different, but equally as invigorating for the senses, try a jar of Hartpury Soap Company’s Bath Milk. Again, this product is presented in a gorgeous glass jar, and refills for this product are available, too. This skin-loving powder contains caring Goats’ Milk, mineral-rich Epsom Salts, and the fragrance of your choice - the perfect choice for a soothing soak! 

   Hartpury Soap Company’s Bath Melts have the power to turn your tub into a creamy, sensual, nutrient-rich experience. These super-hydrating little melts can also be used after washing, just as you would with a bar of soap, if you’ve no time for a nice long bath. They are made up of natural butters and essential oils, and they really pack a lot of skin-loving goodness! There’s no need to moisturise after using one of these. I personally recommend buying a number of these in different scents to help you choose your favourite fragrance.

   All soaps made my Hartpury Soap Company are hand-crafted using the traditional Cold Press method. Again, they are available in the fragrance of your choice and are free from nasty chemical ingredients, as well as being 100% Palm Oil free. Each bar is created, cut, and packaged by hand, and so every single one is unique. It is advised that you use a soap dish, also available via Hartpury Soap Company, to help the bars last longer and stay in tip-top condition. 

   All Hartpury Soap Company products are handmade, hand-wrapped, and presented beautifully, and so they make wonderful gifts as individual products, but there are also a range of gift packs available starting from under £10. For something a little different for your wedding or party favours, contact the team about their bespoke favour service. They’re sure to work with you to make your favours as perfect as can be!

   For more information and to shop Hartpury Soap Company visit www.hartpurysoapcompany.co.uk, where you will also find a list of stockists and upcoming events. You can follow Hartpury Soap Company on social media using the links below.

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Filberts Of Dorset; Skincare to bring you the goodness of brilliant beeswax!

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   Farmer and honey-lover Mark Rogers has been keeping bees on his West Dorset farm for a decade. His 100 hives house hard-working bees that produce much more than just delicious golden honey. The Filberts Of Dorset product range came about somewhat by accident. Beeswax, a versatile ingredient that works wonders on sorry skin, is a by-product of the hive. Mark was experimenting with combining wax, honey and pollen to cook up culinary treats, however it didn’t quite go to plan, and he realised the mixture of oils was much better suited to creating beeswax-based products for the home and body. By 2008 a small selection of products had hatched, and with Mark’s mother on board, Filberts Of Dorset was born! Since then, the Filberts team has expanded and the product range has grown. Available to purchase via the website is everything from pure Dorset Beeswax Bars to DIY Candle Rolling Kits. You can even buy seeds that grow into plants that bees just adore – sadly these hard-working wonders are on the decline, so scatter some seeds in your garden to produce BEE-autiful flowers to help furry little fellas near you!

Filberts Of Dorset "Make It At Home" Lip Balm Kit.
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A selection of Filberts Of Dorset lip balms.
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   I mainly want to discuss the Filberts Of Dorset body products which include luscious lip care, skin-saving salves, and buttery body balms. With products available for men, women and children, you’ll find something for all the family. You can even buy a kit to make your own lip balms at home (more about that later)!
   For a great lip care all-rounder I recommend the West Country Lip Balm. This hard-working balm contains a mixture of skin-loving ingredients including vitamin E, propolis, honey, and of course beeswax! Not only does it heal and hydrate the lips in all weathers, Filberts also say it can be used to sooth sore skin. A great multi-tasker!
   Missing the summer time? The dreary weather brings down our mood, and the cold air dries out the lips. Try a slick of Filberts Mint Choc Lip Balm to protect your lips from the harsh temperatures and bring you the sweet scent of summer. It’s combination of cooling tingly peppermint oil and it’s sweetly scented 20% raw cocoa butter content produce the smell of mint chocolate ice cream, and it even has the rich colour of chocolate! What could be more summery? It also contains nourishing coconut and almond oils, and caring vitamin E.
   Filberts Of Dorset has combined zingy lime oil and creamy coconut oil to create their popular Lime & Coconut LipBalm that’s proved a hit with both men and women alike. It also contains softening almond oil, zesty bergamot oil, fruity avocado oil, and herby rosemary oil. The nutrient-rich formula is great for the skin and gives a bright, tropical scent.

A selection of Filberts Of Dorset lip balms.
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   One of my favourite scents (and flavours) is ginger, so Filberts Of Dorset’s Lemon & Ginger Lip Balm is just my cup of tea! It contains both lemongrass and lemon oil to keep you citrus-lovers happy, and a spicy hit of warming tingly ginger oil gives spicy depth and sensuality. It reminds me of ginger beer. Delicious!

"Use Filberts LUXURY LIP BALM alone or as a top coat
over matte lipsticks for a gorgeous shiny finish and
healthy hydration!"
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   LuxuryLip Balm is one for the ladies. This best-selling product looks and feels amazing on the skin. It deeply nourished the lips and gives them an attractive glossy finish and super smooth feel. Filberts’ latest addition, Rose Lip Balm, is based on the Luxury Lip Balm recipe. It also has a shiny finish and caring formula, but it has the added benefit of rose, geranium, and palmarose oils and has a floral aroma. Filberts suggest using this one over lipstick for a high-shine look!
   If you’re the outdoorsy type you’ll need a strong all-rounder to battle the elements. Go for either Original Lip Balm or the West Country Lip Balm. These two have formulas made with The Great Outdoors in mind, so they’re perfect for the job! Apply to lips regularly (particularly before heading outside) to ensure you’re lips are kept in tip-top condition in all weathers. The Original Lip Balm has the highest beeswax content of all Filberts lip balms and will remain solid at high temperatures rather than melting away, making it ideal for travel. The West Country Lip Balm contains a healing combination of honey, vitamin E, tea tree, and propolis (an ingredient that protects bee hives from wind and rain), making it great for using on minor skin damage as well as the lips.
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     For super-sensitive skin try opting for something fragrance-free such as Filberts Unscented Moisturising Salve to sooth and hydrate the skin and lips without the risk of any irritation from added scent.

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Filberts Of Dorset Tea Tree Salve.
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   Tea tree oil is something of a wonder-product. Extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca Alternifolia tree, this essential oil is widely used by the health and beauty industry. Filberts of Dorset have put it to work in the wonderful Tea Tree Salve. This antiseptic healing balm soothes and hydrates dry and irritated skin and helps to improve areas of damaged skin, bites, and stings. I also find it’s great for banishing blemishes and clearing up cracked lips. It’s available in two sizes – I have the smaller 7.4g tin which is perfect for popping in your handbag or taking on your travels.
Our hard-working hands need a hard-working product to keep dry skin at bay, and Filberts Of Dorset have a super solution! Rich in nourishing sweet almond and avocado oils, Filberts’ Hand Salve’s fabulous formula instantly rehydrates dry areas and deeply moisturises to provide long-lasting relief. It’s also waterproof so it won’t wash away when you clean your hands! It has a fresh herby aroma with a touch of sweetness provided by rosemary and citrus oils. Use on damp hands regularly to keep them hydrated, or on dry hands for a more intense treatment. I love to massage a touch into my cuticles before and after a manicure to keep them looking and feeling perfectly polished, but you can also use Filberts’ Cuticle Butter for this if you prefer something specifically for your nails.

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   It may not feel very warm outside at the moment, but summer will be here in no time at all – hooray! But it’s not quite time to break out the sandals just yet, so now is the perfect time to get your feel looking fabulous for when you don your flip flops. Get your tootsies in tip-top condition with Filberts Of Dorset’s phenomenal Foot Salve. It’s super-hydrating formula is packed full of foot-loving olive oil to soften the skin and refresh tired feet. This beautiful balm is also waterproof and has the sweet summery scent of citrusy orange and frankincense. Divine! For an intense overnight treatment I smother it all over my feet before bed then pop on some clean socks to wake up to glorious, sensually soft toes – so quick and easy!

Filberts Of Dorset "Make It At Home" Lip Balm Kit.
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   Fancy a touch of DIY? Don’t worry, I don’t mean wasting hours constructing flat-packed furniture! Filberts Of Dorset sell sets to make your own lip balm and candles. These cute kits contain everything you need to make little goodies with a personal touch.
   And if you find all this talk of sweet honey has you salivating, pop over to their website and order a pot of delicious Dorset honey!

   To shop the Filberts Of Dorset range visit the website at www.filbertsofdorset.co.uk, or follow this http://www.filbertsofdorset.co.uk/stockists/pages/stockists. You can also call them for a catalogue using the number below. Find Filberts Of Dorset on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates using the links below.
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LUSH; Poole's ethical skincare brand loved the world over. PHOTOS COMING SOON!

The LUSH shop and LUSH SPA in Poole.

  This week I want to talk about the much-loved company, LUSH. Although no introduction is needed for this famous brand, I still want to give you some background information. As many of you will already know, it all started in the costal town of Poole in Dorset by founders Mark and Mo Constantine. This is where the first ever LUSH store was opened back in 1994, which now also houses the LUSH Spa (follow this link for treatments: https://www.lush.co.uk/products/treatments-0). Today, 20 years on, there are now LUSH stores in over 50 countries and the brand is loved worldwide. Every product on offer is handmade using vegetarian-friendly natural ingredients and safe synthetics. The LUSH team continue to fight their battle against animal-testing and do not deal with any companies who connect with animal-testing in any way to keep their products 100% cruelty-free. LUSH also

supports numerous charity projects and good causes around the world involved with animal welfare, human rights, and environmental conservation, and their heavenly Charity Pot hand and body lotion was created to help hard-working grassroots organisations in need of funding to continue their good work. All of the proceeds from Charity Pot sales go to projects supported by LUSH, and the idea has been so successful that it’s still going strong 7 years after being launched in 2007.

LUSH Charity Pot. Source: www.lush.com.au

The Sunblock.

   I’ve been a loyal LUSH customer for years, and I can’t help getting drawn into their high street shops when I smell the distinctive warming scent of their pungently fragranced array of natural produce, so I was rather thrilled when I was invited to an after-hours event at the LUSH shop at The Mall in Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, earlier this year. I got to try out loads of exciting ethical products from the ever-changing range, both new to the market and best-selling “golden oldies”. I indulged in something of a mini-pampering session when I got to try some of their recently-released range of five Sun Care products – who would have thought sun protection could be so relaxing? The first product I tried was The Sunblock, and it was something like I’d never seen before. “Shower on your sun care” by smoothing this block of skin-loving goodness all over damp skin while you wash, then give yourself a rinse and pat dry. It smells fantastic, nourishes the skin, and it’s SPF30 will keep you protected

Million Dollar Moisturiser.

from harmful rays for hours. It costs less than £10 and lasts for ages, so it’s cheaper than most sunscreen products and is likely to last much longer, too! Next I tried the divine Million Dollar Moisturiser. As the name suggests, no expense has been spared making this luxurious facial moisturiser. It has a high SPF of 30, and contains top ingredients including honey, jojoba, Evening Primrose oil, Shea Butter, lavender, Rosewood oil, Almond, Organic Sesame oil, and even a touch of LUSH’s radiant Feeling Younger skin tint to give a the skin a youthful dewy glow. Finally I tried Sesame Suntan Lotion, my favourite product in the range. I think it was the delicious, captivating, nutty scent of this incredible product that made me fall in love with it instantly. The main aim of this sunscreen lotion is to

Sesame Suntan Lotion.

help you tan naturally whilst protecting you from damaging rays. It’s clever blend of ingredients help you to tan by increasing the skin’s melanin production. You can read more about LUSH’s sun care range and watch a helpful video demonstrating the products here: https://www.lush.co.uk/article/our-sun-care.

   When I was at this intimate event, I also got to witness exactly how the popular Catastrophe Cosmetic fresh face mask is made and what goes into it, as well as take a pot of it home - a good move, as I became hooked and it’s now one of my favourite LUSH products. It’s packed with calming calamine, chamomile, and Irish Moss gel to sooth, soften and cleanse the skin. It also contains whole blueberries which have protective qualities and are full of antioxidants (and they smell fantastically fresh, too). My LUSH friend, Alys, is also a huge fan of this mask, and she told me she uses the blueberries dropping off as an indication that it’s time to wash off the product – a helpful tip! Another one of my favourite products is the sweet and scrubby Brazened Honey fresh face mask. I’m a lover of all things honey, and I enjoy the unique texture of exfoliating products, too, so this mask was made for people like me! It also contains stimulating ginger, which happens to be my favourite flavour and scent, and my hair colour, too. The blend of detoxifying ingredients awaken the senses and leave the skin feeling fresh, smooth, hydrated, and squeaky-clean. The exfoliating ground almonds will also buff away dry skin and the antiseptic blend of sage, rosemary, juniper berry, cardamom and clove will help banish imperfections and balance the skin leaving your face looking and feeling clear and healthy.

   I hadn't tried LUSH’s Bubbleroons before attending this event, but I’m a huge fan of their bath melts and bathbombs, so I decided to give one a whirl. The first thing I must mention is that you can either use it in one go, or simply pull the two sections apart to get two cheeky baths out of it like I did – double the fun! There are a number of bubbleroon “flavours” to choose from, and I went for the bright orange Yuzu and Cocoa Bubbleroon. Crumble it into the tub under running water to fill your bath with lots of sweetly-smelling skin-loving bubbles and fill the air with an uplifting citrusy scent, boosting your mood and making you feel energized and raring to go. It also contains coconut oil and that wonder-product Shea Butter to moisturise your skin while you soak all your negativity away.

   I also came home from the LUSH event with a big pot of African Paradise body condition. I just couldn’t resist it’s sweet chocolate-like scent! LUSH simply instruct you to use it “like you would a hair conditioner, but on your body”. Smooth it all over your body whilst showering, then rinse it off and gentle towel dry to leave you with deliciously-fragranced and highly-hydrated skin. The sweet smell comes from softening Shea Butter, a scent which I always link to chocolate for some reason. This product is not only great for your skin, but it also contains Moringa Oil produced by a SLush (Sustainable Lush) Fund project. Use this link to read more about the SLush Fund: https://www.lush.co.uk/tag/slush.

Happy Hippy.
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   Now for a product that I’ve loved for years, Happy Hippy! I couldn’t possible not mention this mood-lifting best-seller. I’m sure many of you will have used it, or at least given it a little sniff in the shops! This versatile shower gel can be used to cleanse the body and hair, and it’s luscious lather leaves behind the awakening scent of zesty pink grapefruit. Frankincense and bergamot also give this cleansing gel an extra-zingy fragrance boost. Use it in the morning to give you a real “get up and go” spirit, or indulge with it in a citrusy bath when you’re feeling a little down in the dumps and need a pick-me-up to brighten your mood.

BIG Shampoo.

Sea Spray.

   I’m a long-term lover of the LUSH shampoo bars, but I thought I’d try out something a little different this time and took home some Big Sea Salt Shampoo. As the name suggests, it contains sea salt - just reading those two words conjures up the smell of the British coastline for me. “Beach hair” is popular with lots of us, and the effect the seaside has on our hair is all to do with sea salt, which naturally makes our locks voluminous, bouncy, and full of life. This volumising shampoo also contains zingy lemon and lime to add healthy shine, protein-packed seaweed to nourish, and coconut oil to keep the hair soft and silky. It smells fresh, clean and slightly fruity, but not overly sweet. Just apply a touch to wet hair, work into a lather and rinse, just as you would with any other shampoo. Repeat the process for extra “oomph”! For the ultimate beachy hairstyle, finish your ‘do with one of my favourite products, Sea Spray Hair Mist. It too contains sea salt to add lift, and it also gives light hold for effortless natural style.

   Dry shampoos have become all the rage in recent years. They’re now something of an everyday staple for most of us, not just festival-goers and party animals! Keep it natural with LUSH’s No Drought.  Squeeze the bottle to puff the powder onto dry hair, and then work it in with your fingers to leave your locks looking clean and fresh with a zingy grapefruit fragrance. Any excess powder can be easily removed by giving your hair a quick brush through after use. Moisture-absorbing talc and cornflour soak up excess oils and banish signs of greasy hair to give a clean matte finish. It’s great for popping in your handbag to give your hair a quick pick-me-up when it’s looking a tad unclean, and an absolute must-have for when you’re off on your travels!

   I love LUSH’s range of hair styling products, but my favourite is probably Zest Hair Gelly (although it’s a close call between that and Sea Spray). This medium-strong hold gel has a fun unique texture, somewhat similar to their Shower Jellies. It contains uplifting organic orange juice and sweet wild orange oil which gives it a strong refreshing smell of oranges and a vibrant orange colour. Either dip your fingers in the pot, or, for a more fun application, tip the whole jelly into your hands and jiggle it about, then pop it back in the pot using the leftovers on your palms to style your hair. Apply the same way as you would with any other hair gel onto wet or dry hair to nourish, style, and give a wet-look high-shine finish with a long-lasting fresh orange scent. Less is more – a little of this stuff goes a long way making it excellent value for money.

   I could go on forever about the extensive range of LUSH products, but the collection is seemingly endless and I’d be here a lifetime, so why not pick up a free brochure next time you’re in store instead? Remember that everything you buy is handmade with love and care, ethical, and natural, and helps to support charities and hard-working organisations all over the world to care for both your skin and your planet.

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Angela Langford; Award-winning natural skincare handmade in Somerset.

Source: Angela Langford.

   Today I’d like to share some fantastic products from Angela Langford skincare. Everything is handmade in Somerset and completely natural (and organic, where possible), and nothing is tested on animals. Angela’s straightforward and simple approach to skincare makes a refreshing change from the scientific terminology and complex ingredients listed on more commercial brands.
   From awakening eye creams to luxurious body butters, Angela Langford’s extensive, award-winning range contains countless products to pamper you from head-to-toe for both men and women. If you’re feeling spoilt for choice, why not order your free sample pack? With a little help from a simple questionnaire, Angela handpicks generously-sized product samples for your skin’s particular needs for you to try before you buy (mine is tailored to my combination skin type). All you pay is P&P! Visit the “Free Sample Pack” section of her website for more information. Don’t forget to check out the amazing Special Offers, too!

My Angela Langford Sample Pack.
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Angela Langford's latest release, "Angel Eyes".
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    First of all, I’d like to share Angela’s latest release. Her new eye treatment, Angel Eyes, has taken over a year to perfect. This gentle oil contains caring ingredients such as cooling cucumber to hydrate the delicate eye area and improve the appearance of dreaded dark circles (a must-have for the upcoming Party Season), and Argan oil to strengthen the skin’s elasticity. It also contains Rosehip and Thistle oil to nourish, heal, strengthen, and boost the skin’s Omega 6 and Vitamin E levels. Of course, everything in this little wonder-product is 100% natural. A little goes a long way – simply apply a touch morning and night with the easy-to-use roller-ball applicator. You can also use a touch whenever the eyes feel tired for a quick pick-me-up!

   If you are in need of an all-natural product to give the skin radiance and glow,

Angela Langford's latest release, "Angel Eyes".
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look no further than Angela Langford’s Bloom & Glow Face Oil. The idea of putting oil on the skin may worry some, but this concentrated formula is absorbed quickly without leaving and greasy residue (it actually gave my skin a perfectly matte finish!). This mild and powerful product is packed full of vitamins, antioxidants and fatty acids that help to smooth the skin restore radiance as well as balance and protect. It even has a beautiful bright hue and a wonderful uplifting scent!
   Freshen Up is one of my favourite products. Packaged in a handy spray bottle, this toner contains a caring concoction of revitalising ingredients to prepare your skin for the day. I love to spritz a little on my face when my skin needs a refreshing boost – it feels so cooling and energizing! The secret to the ultra-fresh feeling is a combination of hydrating flower waters including Rose, Geranium and Neroli. Many commercial toners contain alcohol which can leave the skin feeling tight, dry, and uncomfortable, but Angela’s is alcohol-free. Plus, this one can be used to set your make up, too! The spray bottle allows quick and easy application of the perfect amount of product.
  

Angela Langford's latest release, "Angel Eyes", and Sample Pack.
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If you have problems with pores, Angela’s Perfect Pores Serum could be your skin’s saviour. It contains Rose Petals, Cypress, Juniper, and Lemongrass, which are not only pore-perfecting, but also help to keep blackheads at bay. Angela has also infused vitamins, antioxidants, and Kiwi and Rosehip oils to repair and protect whilst battling signs of ageing, and Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate and plump the skin. Many serums are heavy and oily, but this all-natural one is lightweight and quickly absorbed, and has a fresh, clean and natural scent!
   We all know that cleansing is an important part of any skincare routine, and Angela Langford’s Sweet Cheeks Face Wash also balances the skin and helps to restore radiance. It’s non-foaming and gentle enough to use daily, so it’s perfect for incorporating into your regular routine. It contains fresh and fruity Papaya which cares for dry areas and stabilises oily skin, and Jojoba oil to remove grime and banish blackheads. It also contains Rose, which not only smells lovely and calms the skin, but it can also help to keep pores unclogged with regular use. Use day and night to leave the skin looking and feeling clean, fresh, and healthy (and smelling great!). Although this natural product is gentle enough to use regularly, Angela does recommend that you first carry out a patch test if you have sensitive skin, just to be on the safe side.

   Visit Angela’s website to get your free sample pack (£4.50 P&P) containing a selection of products from the huge extensive Angela Langford range tailored to your skin type, easy-to-follow instructions, and explanations of what’s in them and why in plain and simple English. Don’t forget to follow her on social media! All links can be found in the links below or on her website at www.angelalangford.com.

   

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Herbal Harmony; Natural handmade skin products from the stunning Dorset coast.

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   Herbal Harmony produces a wide range of natural skincare products and cosmetics, all of which are handmade in Dorset. The founder of this all-natural brand is Catherine Marshall (Medical Herbalist, MNIMH & BSc). Each of her products is free from nasty ingredients including parabens, synthetic fragrance, and SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate), all of which can be damaging (but are still widely used by many big commercial brands). Omitting these potentially harmful substances from product recipes means they are kinder to the skin and so much less likely to cause reactions. With such a broad range of gentle beauty products on offer, you’re bound to find something to suit you!

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   I happen to be mad about make up, and I love with the Herbal Harmony Natural Lipgloss. There are seven gorgeous shades currently available, and I have three of them, my current favourite being “Marshmallow” (a shimmering pale pink). They’re completely natural and suitable for vegans, and they contain skin-loving ingredients such as Shea Butter and Jojoba Oil to help keep the lips in tip-top condition. These highly-pigmented glosses not only look great, but they also smell fantastic!


   Here are my thoughts on the three shades I've tried and my photos:

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   - Marshmallow: A soft, pale pink with delicate shimmer and a sheer finish. A sure winner for light Spring / Summer make up, and a great "go-to" lip colour for any occasion. A versatile shade suitable for almost any skin tone an also provides moisture an protection. A make up bag must-have.

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- Hibiscus: Shimmering bronze with a sheer finish. If you have tanned or Olive skin this bronze lip colour will complete the sun-kissed look. A perfect match for golden summer skin. Light catches the shimmery light-reflecting particles making this shade even more eye-catching in the sun. Natural formula helps hydrate the lips.

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- Cranberry: A rich berry shade with a metallic sheer finish. A great choice for adding a warm kiss of colour to Autumn / Winter make up. Ideal for the party season. Moisturising ingredients help prevent lips from drying out in the harsh English winter air. Suits most skin tones.

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   There is also a collection of scented Herbal Harmony Lip Balms on offer, all of which have a unique fresh fragrance. These balms have a soft, buttery consistency which melts onto the lips and leaves them feeling wonderfully hydrated and healthy. I apply mine throughout the day to keep my lips in top condition. A little goes a long way, so you’ll only need a touch!  I’m the proud owner of the “Cinnamon & Orange” balm. The orange provides a sweet citrus scent and the spicy cinnamon gives warmth – a delicious winning combination.

   Herbal Harmony also produces a wide selection of caring creams and balms to help protect and restore the skin from head-to-toe, and I want to focus on the hands. Our hard-working hands are put through a lot of stress on a daily basis, so it’s no surprise that suffering from dry skin on the hands is so common. To help repair the skin and prevent dryness reoccurring it’s important to keep the hands hydrated with a moisturiser, but you shouldn't just slap any old product on your skin (especially when it’s damaged). Do a little research into products free from nasty chemicals, and many substances can cause side-effects, allergic reactions, and even make the problem worse. Herbal Harmony Rose Otto Hand Cream is an all-natural alternative to those chemical-packed commercial products. It has a luxuriously rich and creamy consistency that can be absorbed quickly and easily. It also has a lovely fresh fragrance and is presented in a stylish, understated glass jar which is fully recyclable.

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   I also had the pleasure of trying some Herbal Harmony Shower Gels. This range of natural, handmade shower gels is completely free from SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate), SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulphate), parabens, and synthetic fragrances. Each one also contains a unique blend of essential oils which provide different benefits and fragrances, as well as softening Marshmallow Infusion to care for the skin. The Lavender Shower Gel is infused with Lavender essential oil, a natural product well-known for the relaxing effect it can have on the mind and body (it also has an unmistakeable calming herbal fragrance). The Patchouli & Orange Shower Gel is my personal favourite. It contains a refreshing blend of oils which give of a warm and spicy fragrance, which I love! Ideal for awakening the senses, the Mint Shower Gel contains a blend of cool, fresh Spearmint and Peppermint essential oils.
   Aimed at gardeners, the Gardener’s Hand Wash contains lavender, sage, and rosemary essential oils, which are natural antiseptics, as well as softening Marshmallow Infusion. Why not team it with the Herbal Harmony Gardener’s Soap to make an ideal gift for your green-fingered friends and family?

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   For a relaxing bath time treat, bath melts are a must! Those little extras make all the difference, and Herbal Harmony sell a tempting selection of handmade Bath Melts to transform boring baths into a soothing spa-like experience. The range includes relaxing Lavender, spicy Cinnamon & Orange, floral Geranium, warming Patchouli & Orange, and invigorating Eucalyptus & Mint. My cute heart-shaped Geranium Bath Melts are packaged in a pretty pastel pink organza bag – they’d make a lovely little gift for the ladies (especially on Valentine’s Day!). Can’t choose just one? Why not opt for the Bath Melt Selection of Fragrances? Simply tell Catherine which three you’d like to try and she’ll make you a personalised pack. Also available is an eye-catching collection of six Mini Lavender Bath Melts, each topped with delicate pressed flowers and perfectly packaged.

   I love the Herbal Harmony range, and trying Catherine’s products has been a delightful experience. There is so much more available from her website including “Make Your Own kits” and even teas! All of her products are available online, and a list of stockists can be found on her website (visit http://www.thedorsetherbalist.co.uk/page19.htm for stockists). She even runs workshops and consultations, and she often pops with her products up at events (see http://www.thedorsetherbalist.co.uk/page12.htm for a full list of her upcoming events).
   To find out more and shop Herbal Harmony products visit the website at www.thedorsetherbalist.co.uk. You can also find her on Twitter at www.twitter.com/dorsetherbalist and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HerbalHarmony.

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Here I am wearing Herbal Harmony Natural Lipgloss in "Marshmallow".
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