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Christmas Gift Guide 2024

This post contains gifted items:

Every year I like to put together a gift guide for Christmas. It can often be hard to think of presents and I always struggle with thinking of ideas for certain people so like to plan ahead and share my ideas if anyone else is struggling.

I am the sort of person that starts their Christmas shopping in July!

I also find it a lot easier to do most of my shopping online and I have tried to include a wide range of products as well as things for a variety of budgets.

Clothing & Accessories

Skates.co.uk – Fist Handwear Chapter 18 Skate Protection Gloves – Cobweb

£23.95

Skates.co.uk is a great website for accessories for skateboarding, rollerblading and bmx biking. They have a large range of products available including gloves from the brand Fist. This is a well known brand in mountain biking too and the gloves are always great quality and come in some really cool designs.

This subtle cobweb design looks really funky and my husband is going to love these. They are one of his favourite brands for gloves as he finds them really comfortable.

Lan Retro – Handmade Cotton Hair Scarf – Burgundy

£9.99

This handmade head scarf is great quality and comes in two different sizes. It also comes in a wide range of different colours and would make a lovely gift.

Lan Retro also have a really good selection of other products that would make a nice gift this Christmas, including coin purses and phone cases.

With handmade products like this, you can tell a lot of thought and care has gone into making it.

Stationery and Books

Wonky Paper Co – Little Miss Tired Cute Peach Notebook

£11

This is a really cute notebook, I love the design of it. A nice idea for anyone that is always making notes and likes to have a notebook in their bag. Each page is lined, ready for you to start making notes.

Wonky Paper Co have a nice selection of different designs for notebooks so there is something for everyone.

If you are planing to buy anything from Wonky Paper Co you can get 10% of your order using code: SARAH10

Wonky Paper Co – Daily Gratitude Journal

£18

This is perfect for anyone that needs a bit of self love and to practice self gratitude. It’s a great way to improve your mindset and realise what there is to be grateful for. It’s really well made and has so much detail, including the gold corners to match the binder.

If you are planing to buy anything from Wonky Paper Co you can get 10% of your order using code: SARAH10

Wonky Paper Co – A5 Daily To Do List Pad

£7

This is a great tear off to do list pad. Perfect for anyone that likes to make notes and plan things.

A lot of us are constantly writing notes on our phones as reminders but a lot of people prefer to have a written list in front of them. It’s a great product to have on your desk for making notes of important things.

If you are planing to buy anything from Wonky Paper Co you can get 10% of your order using code: SARAH10

Re-Writing Christmas by Kyra Lennon

£10.99

This heart warming Christmas book set in Devon is a touching read. This romantic tale celebrates the importance of home, family, and second chance in such a well written way.

This would be a great book for anyone that loves to sit down and read over Christmas.

Food & Drink

Whitakers – Dark Chocolate Gingerbread Honeycomb Crisps 

£5.99

Whitakers are one of my favourite brands for chocolate as they taste luxurious without the price tag. These gingerbread honeycomb crisps are so delicious and really remind of Christmas time. They would be perfect to take over to someone’s house if visiting over the festive period.

Whitakers – Festive Fun Milk Chocolate Bar

£2.99

Their classic milk chocolate bar comes in so many different packaging options. They have them suitable for many different holidays and celebrations and the packaging for this Christmas one is really cute.

The bar is a good size and really delicious. I love milk chocolate and could eat this whole bar in one go!

Slim Lilly Smoothies

Box of 6 £21.99

These smoothies are all plant-based and infused with konjac fibre, promoting overall well-being. They are 100% vegan, gluten-free, and free from artificial sweeteners or colours.

They come in a great variety of flavours: Mango, Raspberry, Orange, Pink Grapefruit, Cloudy Apple, and Strawberry and Banana.

They are all really tasty and a great alternative to fizzy drinks this Christmas! It is important to try to still take care of your body even when having festive fun.

Bennetto Chocolate – Xmas Gift Pack Of 6 Bars

£24

This gift pack includes the following flavours:

– Raspberry in Dark

– Toasted Hazelnuts

– Dark Salted Caramel

– Orange and Chilli

– Dark Mint

– Coconut Flakes

It is a great way to try the different bars if you aren’t sure what ones to pick from and they come packaged in a lovely box.

The chocolate is really tasty and my favourite is the toasted hazelnuts. The bars are a decent size and it’s a great gift idea for any chocolate lover, they won’t know which one to try first!

Simply Cake Co – Christmas Monthly Specials

£18.99 for 6 pieces

This month features:

– Mince Pie Millionaires Shortbread

– Choc Orange Brownie

– Toblerone Brownie

These boxes are a great idea as they are letterbox friendly if you are sending direct as a gift. I love these selection boxes from Simply Cake Co, they are so delicious and such a thoughtful gift for anyone with a sweet tooth. You can pick from different flavours and also different size packs.

There really is something for everyone and they do vegan options too.

You can use code: sarah10 for 10% off!

Bemuse – Calluna Brut

£12

This non alcoholic honey wine has a lovely natural flavour as well as health benefits and is a great alternative to standard wine this Christmas. The drinks are all low sugar and gluten free and are made by natural fermentation using only honey, water and yeast, infused with all natural flavourings.

Bemuse – Fiora Rose

£12

This is another great flavour from Bemuse, for those that prefer rose wine. It is refreshing and the honey contains anti-inflammatory
and antibacterial properties and even offers digestive support.

Honey wine is becoming a popular drink option for those that want something a bit different but are avoiding alcohol.

Bemuse – Mixed Taster Pack

£12.40

This is a great way to try the different flavours available and they come in handy cans if you don’t want to have a whole bottle.

These are a great idea for any Christmas parties where you want to stay sober.

Skincare

Zawadi Naturals – Tikiti Luxe Facial Oil

£29

Zawadi meaning “Gift” in Swahili, encapsulates the spirit of gifts from nature, gifts of heritage, and gifts for your skin.

This facial oil is really nice to apply to your face and it smells lovely. It’s great if your skin needs a hydrating boost and can be used on acne prone skin.

You only need a small amount and it leaves your face looking more hydrated which is needed this time of year.

Their range is natural and suitable for vegans.

Zawadi Naturals – African Black Soap Cleanser – Makeda Glow Pot

£14.99

This cleanser can be used on your face and body to clean your skin without drying it out. It leaves your skin feeling clean and radiant and over time will give your face that natural glow.

Made with natural and organic ingredients it’s kind to your skin, whilst helping to balance your skins natural oils and combat dry winter skin.

Barber Pro – Multi Masking Face Set

£15

This set contains:

– Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask

– Hydrating Sheet Mask

– Super Eye Mask

It is a great gift idea for a man that likes to take care of his skin. The sheet masks are so easy to use so perfect for anyone that doesn’t want a complicated skincare regime but wants to have a bit of a pamper.

Ren – Evercalm Cleanse & Nourish Duo

£25

This set contains:

– Evercalm Overnight Recovery Balm

– Evercalm Gentle Cleansing Gel

– Limited Edition Cleansing Wristbands

The Ren evercalm range is one of my favourites of theirs. It’s kind and gentle on your skin and helps to soothe any soreness or redness.

I love the cleansing gel and the recovery balm smells really good. This would make a really lovely gift for any skincare fan.

Ren – Radiance Brightening Duo

£25

This set contains:

– Radiance Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic

– Radiance Brightening Dark Circle Eye Cream

– Limited Edition Cotton Rounds

This is another great set from Ren, featuring their bestseller tonic. This is great for acne prone skin to help remove dead skin cells and to brighten your complexion.

These sets are a great way to try different products and are great gift ideas as they often work out a lot cheaper than buying the items individually.

Maskology – Thermotherapy Pro Heated Eye Mask

£3.99

A heated eye mask is a really lovely treat. This one heats up quickly and is the perfect temperature to relax you. These are great if you get sore and tired eyes after looking at a computer screen all day.

It’s a really good way to rest and relax your eyes in the evening.

47 Skin – Everyday Cleanser

£29

47 skin is my new favourite skincare brand. I have been using a mixture of different products from them over the last few months and have noticed a big difference in my skin. All of their range contain a unique ingredient called silver chitoderm that helps to combat acne and keeps on working behind the scenes.

This cleanser smells really nice and you don’t need to use too much. It doesn’t dry out your skin but leaves it feeling really clean.

47 Skin – BHA Exfoliant

£29

This is one of their newest products and by using this a couple of times a week it has helped to reduce dead skin build up and made my skin look brighter. This would be great for anyone looking for a new chemical exfoliant to add to their skincare regime.

47 Skin – Daily SPF 30

£35

This SPF moisturiser helps to protect your skin from the sun. It’s not too thick and feels nice to apply.

Did you know, you should be using an SPF even when cloudy as the sun can still damage your skin!

47 Skin – Serum

£45

This is their most popular product and one of my favourites to use. You only need a small amount and it carries on working until you wash it off.

This has been great for my acne as using a prescription retinol at night was too harsh on my skin but this is really gentle and seems to be working much better.

I love the scent of this serum too!

47 Skin – Silver Mask

£39

This mask is quite fun to use as it’s quite sticky to apply but once it’s dry you can peel it off as a whole sheet. It leaves your face feeling so clean, soft and fresh.

This isn’t a moisturising mask, but more of a refreshing and healing mask for angry skin. Using this once a week has really helped with my acne scars too.

47 Skin – Blue Clay Mask

£39

This is another great mask from the brand. This works to help clean impurities out of your skin and is more of a deep pore cleansing mask.

This mask really makes a difference to blackheads and is perfect to use for a pamper evening.

You can use this in targeted areas or on your whole face.

Mindful Extracts – CBD Bath Salts – Soul

£29.99

These CBD Bath Salts are a luxurious blend of Jordanian Dead Sea, Himalayan and Epsom salts, infused with essential oils, extracts and botanicals. They come in a range of three different options depending on what scent/ outcome you are looking for.

The Soul bath salts are herbal & floral with hints of citrus and are designed to relax you from within and are a great product to use in the bath before bed.

I love the look of the jar and it comes with a little spoon to use with them as well.

Jurlique – Rose Hand And Lip Treats

£30

This set contains:

– Rose Hand Cream

– Rose Love Balm

I love the rose range from Jurlique. It smells so good and has always been one of my favourite scents.

The love balm is a great multi use product as can be used on your lips, cuticles, any dry skin, or even a tiny a bit on your hair to tame any flyaways.

The hand cream soaks in nicely and you only need a small amount. It is great to use if you suffer with dry hands during the winter.

Jurlique – Lavender Hand And Body Indulgence

£79.50

This set includes:

– Lavender Body Lotion

– Lavender Shower Gel

– Lavender Hand Cream

The lavender scent is really nice and both the body lotion and shower gel come in pump bottles so are easy to use.

The shower gel lathers nicely and leaves you smelling really good, especially if you use the body lotion afterwards. The body lotion is non greasy and soaks in well.

The hand cream is perfect for anyone with dry hands. My hands are always dry in the winter and this helps to hydrate them and to stop them from getting sore.

Achillea – Jelly By Now Mask

£50

Achillea offer handmade skincare designed for those that work out.

The jelly mask helps to refresh your skin in as little as 2 minutes so can be used even if having a quick shower.

It helps to hydrate and soothe the skin after a work out. It feels refreshing to use and has a really nice scent.

It’s important to look after your skin if you work out a lot and are sweating and washing your face more than usual.

Achillea – Kick Some Dirt

£53

This cleanser is a micellar water and can be used before and after a work out to ensure your skin if clean and fresh and so that impurities aren’t building up.

It works really well and can be used to used to remove make up as well, even waterproof make up comes off quite easily with this.

It leaves your face feeling clean without drying it out and it feels kind to your skin.

Achillea – A Drop Of Magic Spray

£55

I haven’t tried anything like this before. It’s a facial spray that is activated by your body temperature, so if you use it before a work out, as you get hot and sweaty, it begins to work.

You can re apply as needed throughout your work out and it helps to keep your face refreshed and hydrated.

It feels really nice to spray on when you are hot as really helps to refresh your face.

I hope I have given you some good ideas of things to treat your loved ones to, or even something to treat yourself to!

Sarah x

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Why Reducing Long-Term Inflammation Increases Fitness

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Short-term inflammation is natural after exercise sessions. It’s the body’s way of saying, “Okay, that was tough and now I need to repair it.” 

But long-term inflammation isn’t the same. In fact, it can be harmful to your fitness goals and get in the way. 

As people get older, the amount of long-term inflammation they experience tends to rise. Cells don’t work as well anymore, leading to organs issuing the wrong signals and causing cytokine flurries. 

But with the right interventions, you can reduce the scourge of long-term inflammation and regain control of your fitness progress. Things like eating the best foods and continuing to exercise regularly can help tremendously. 

The following are some of the reasons why reducing long-term inflammation increases fitness. Here’s what you need to know: 

Improved Endurance

Improved endurance is one benefit of reducing long-term inflammation. Getting rid of the heat in cells helps them keep going for longer. 

This works because it improves cells’ ability to use energy. When there’s less inflammation present, it allows their metabolisms to work properly, gathering glucose from the bloodstream and putting it to good use. It also makes it easier for them to communicate with other cells and reduce the buildup of waste products. 

Improving endurance can take several weeks. But you should notice the difference within a month or two of changing your diet or using high-quality powders. 

Reduced Pain

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Another reason reducing long-term inflammation increases fitness has to do with pain reduction. When the body is working efficiently and the immune system isn’t getting in the way, it cuts the risk of soreness and injury. 

Many athletes experience intense muscle breakdown in the days following a workout. These are to be expected, but they can become excessive sometimes. 

However, reducing long-term inflammation helps with this. Cutting down on the amount of cytokines rushing through the bloodstream reduces this soreness and may help muscles recover faster. 

Interestingly, scientific research backs this claim up. Individuals consuming more berries during their exercise sessions get the same adaptive response but less inflammation and soreness, making it easier to go to work and walk around the day after leg day. 

Improved Recovery

Related to this, reducing long-term inflammation improves recovery by cutting back on muscle soreness and stiffness. A better diet and regular exercise reduce the body’s capacity to mount a robust response, leading to faster recovery. 

How To Reduce Inflammation 

Inflammation is a good thing after exercise sessions. However, you want to keep it as low as possible at other times. That’s because it can interrupt the recovery process. 

Fortunately, there are lots of ways to reduce inflammation, and many of them have been shown to work in scientific publications. 

The least controversial advice is to consume more fruits and vegetables. These contain compounds that reduce the level of inflammatory markers wandering around in the bloodstream. 

Going for daily 20-minute walks can also help. Again, these reduce inflammation levels significantly. 

Whatever you decide to do, ensure it’s something you can maintain. Otherwise, you risk running out of steam. 

Sarah x

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Trendy Yoga Clothes for This Season – Cosmolle

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The rise in the popularity of yoga these days has resulted in the increasingly in-demand need for fashionable yet functional yoga attires. The multibrand outlet Cosmolle has stunned the community with its latest trendy yoga apparel with its labels of comfort. In the text, we are going to look at the Cosmolle’s most popular outfits of this season including their bike shorts, high waist leggings, long sleeve legging set, and sports bras showcasing its adaptability and style.

Bike Shorts – Embracing Comfort and Style

Cosmolle’s bike shorts are not only a new fashion trend this fall but also one of the most popular yoga pants this season. Anyone who owns this shorts will assure you, these shorts have been excellently made optimizing the wearer comfortable and stylish needs. The fabric with a moisture-wicking ability let you stay dry during the practices while the stretchy fabric is also super loving and allows for full movement.

Product link: https://www.cosmolle.com/products/premium-seamless-sports-bra

High Waist Leggings – Elevating Your Practice

Make your yoga session kick up a notch with Cosmolle’s High Waist Leggings. The high-rise fit silhouette is both glamorous, but also delivers extra support by lifting your waistline up which offers you that secure, yet confident feel for each of your sessions. These activewear leggings will be accessory that will enrich your activewear wardrobe.

Product link: https://www.cosmolle.com/products/premium-seamless-bike-short-bodysuit

Long Sleeve Leggings – Embracing Style and Functionality

When it comes to fall or morning yoga sessions in cooler weather choose the Cosmolle adventurous leggings. Made with high-quality material, these leggings provide you full coverage which helps you stay warm throughout winter season but still looks classy. The moisture wicking such fabric allows you relaxing yin to active power yoga classes.

Product: https://www.cosmolle.com/products/charm-crossed-long-sleeve-top

Sports Bra – Supportive and Stylish

Completing your hip yoga outfit is Cosmolle Sports bras. Constructed for both the purpose and functionality, these sports bras will deliver the support and comfort you need in your yoga sessions. The racer back design and elastic under band provides a snug fit to you such that you can do every tight pose with a piece of mind.

Product link: https://www.cosmolle.com/products/move-free-7-8-length-legging

They come in an assortment of colors and fabrics that goes well with the other merchandise at Cosmolle; hence you can match and mix over 50 different yoga accessories to create your own unique yoga outfit such as comfortable underwear for women.When it comes to personal style, these moisture-wicking garments improve your breathability, thanks to the mesh panels, which help airflow, making them a perfect addition to your yoga clothes collection.

Conclusion:

This season, Cosmolle is committed to elevating your fashion game with trendy yoga clothes of peak fitness level, but what makes them stand out is the unique ability to combine fashion with functionality. Lift your yoga practice with these fashion-forward garments that give priority to comfort and support. Through this, you’ll be able to perform your yogic routine confidently and bringing into play your flare. Make use of the emerging new things and aesthetics of yoga, with Cosmolle’s collection.

Sarah x

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2023

This post contains gifted items:

If you have been a reader for a while you will know that I love putting together gift guides.

With Father’s Day approaching, it can be difficult to decide what to buy, especially if you have multiple people to buy for.

For me, I usually have to decide on presents for my dad, my step dad, my father in law and my grandad. It can get difficult trying to pick what to buy everyone and I don’t always have time to go shopping so I like to source things that can be purchased online and delivered to my house or direct!

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

CORE PROTECTION AERO GLOVES – NEON GALAXY

£23.95

These gloves from skates.co.uk would be the perfect gift if he is into skating or biking as they provide a good amount of protection and come in a wide range of designs and colours. My husband loves this brand for mountain biking gloves!

Skates.co.uk have such a great range of protection as well as skateboards, skates, scooters and shoes. They are all priced really well so it’s worth checking them out.

DC PURE LOW RISE SKATE SHOES – WHITE / BLACK / GREEN

£19.95

These trainers are also from skates.co.uk and are perfect to wear when skateboarding. They have a good grip on the bottom and I personally love this brand for skate wear. They are well made and a great price!

FRAGRANCE

DOLMA PERFUMES – DISCOVERY BOX SET

4 x 9ml Aftershave / Cologne

£25.95

Dolma have a good range of scents for men, they are all vegan fragrances and are in nice looking bottles. I have tried their female range before and was really impressed with them.

They have four men’s vegan aftershaves, each of which has its individual hints and tones. The classic Sirius is a timelessly masculine blend while Freedom offers a fresh and woody smell. Kwame is fresh and fun, making it perfect for daily wear in recreational settings while Imagine is fruity and uplifting.

This is a great way to try all of their four fragrances before committing to buying one in a larger bottle. If you struggle to pick a scent for someone else then this is a really good idea.

DOUVALL’S – PRE AND POST TOILET SPRAY

£14

I find this spray to be quite heavily scented which is good as you don’t need to use much so will last a long time. It’s in a good size bottle to keep in the bathroom and doesn’t look too unsightly when left out on the side.

I like how all of Douvall’s sprays are all made with natural oils so they don’t include nasty chemicals.

FOOD & DRINK

WARRIOR CRUNCH BARS

£16.99 for a box of 12 bars

These bars come in a great range of flavours, the newest ones being peanut butter cup and peanut butter & jelly.

They are packed with 24 grams of high-quality milk protein and less than 4 grams of sugar, making them the perfect snack for anyone simply seeking a healthy treat, without compromising on taste and enjoyment.

A perfect gift for someone that likes a treat but is more health and fitness conscious.

VIRGINIA HAYWARD – FATHER’S DAY GIFT HAMPER

£27.50

This is a great hamper for your dad this year. It has such a good selection of gifts in and it comes packaged really well.

It contains:
‘Busy Being a Dad’ mug
Mighty Fine Milk Chocolate Honeycomb Bar
GNAW Milk Chocolate Buttons
Salted Caramel Popcorn from Popcorn Shed.
Desert Salt and Vinegar Potato Crisps from Savoursmiths
Jar of The Dormen Caramelised Peanuts

Virginia Hayward have a great range of hampers to suit any recipient and any budget so they are always worth checking out.

GOURMET COCKTAIL – GINS

£8 each

Gourmet Cocktails are either gin or rum based and I tried out their variety of gin ones. They come in a few different flavours:

Strawberry crush, Gin eclipse and Blue raspberry.

I love the blue raspberry, it’s like an adult slush puppie! They are all really refreshing, just simply pour over ice and it’s as easy as that.

Each recyclable 330ml bottle contains enough for 2.5 cocktails so they are great for sharing!

These are great for anyone that likes to enjoy cocktails but doesn’t want the faff of making them themselves or having to buy all the different ingredients separately.

SWEET BOX – JELLY SWEET BOX

£6.99 for 400g

The jelly sweet box contains a great selection of more than 10 different jelly sweets. This is a must have for those who aren’t as keen on sour or fizzy sweets and it contains a wide selection of the nations most loved gummy and jelly sweets.

It’s really good value and you can pick from different size boxes or can go for a fizzy option if you prefer.

It arrives in airtight polythene food-grade packaging.

Use code SARAHSWEETS for 15% off 🙂

SIMPLY CAKE CO – MONTHLY SPECIALS

£16.49

This box has a nice range of treats in. It includes:

Brookie, Amber Toblerone Brownie and Raspberry Bakewell Blondie

This is the perfect gift for anyone with a sweet tooth and they have change the flavours monthly. You can pick from different size packs and there really is something for everyone. They do vegan options too.

SIMPLY CAKE CO – FATHER’S DAY COMBO BOX

£13.99

Simply Cake Co have a great range of treats which you can buy in lots of different variations of boxes.
This combo features a slab of chocolate brownie and a giant cookie. It stays fresh for up to two weeks and you can personalised the brownie with your own photo as well.

I have had these brownie slabs before and they are one of the tastiest brownies I have ever had and they fit through the letterbox!

SIMPLY CAKE CO – FATHER’S DAY PHOTO BROWNIE SLAB

£9.99

This giant brownie slab taste so good and you can either have a picture on there or pick text. All of their options are letterbox friendly and they stay fresh for two weeks and taste so good!

CLEANCO – CLEAN W

£16

CleanCo is a premium non-alcoholic spirit brand, who offer a selection of premium non-alcoholic spirits that taste just like the real thing across gin, rum, agave spirit, vodka and whiskey.

Clean W is their Bourbon Whiskey, but without the alcohol. A characteristic Bourbon nose with classic notes, oak and sweet vanilla, underpinned by rich spice, apple and figs, with a smooth finish.

It has a great taste and is ideal for someone that doesn’t drink alcohol, maybe due to health reasons or they can’t drink with medication or something but they really miss the taste.

SKINCARE

COSRX – SALICYLIC ACID DAILY GENTLE CLEANSER

£18

This cleanser gently removes impurities and excess sebum while fighting acnes and blemishes, leaving skin soft and smooth without the stripping feeling.

A great gift for anyone that likes to take care of their skin but wouldn’t usually splash out on skincare themselves.

RUBIS – CLASSIC SLANTED TWEEZERS

£25.30

I love my pair of Rubis tweezers and they are my favourite ones to use as they are sharp and precise as well as being easy to use so I would definitely recommend this brand.

They are made from rustproof stainless steel and are tested individually for balance and performance. These would be a great gift idea and they come in a range of different colours.

DOUVALL’S – MOISTURISING ARGAN STICK BALM

£23

This multi use balm can be used on dry areas on the face, under eyes, lips, body, as well as calloused feet, cuticles and even sunburn.

It smells really good and you only need a small amount to hydrate the skin without leaving it greasy.

SOS SERUM – SOS ESSENTIALS TRAVEL COLLECTION

£25.00

This set includes six travel size products in a handy little pouch. It is a great way to try their range of products before committing to buying full size or it can be good for anyone that travels a lot.

It includes: SOS Cleanse, SOS Serum, SOS H20 Day Cream SPF 30, SOS SPF 50 Sun Cream, SOS Night Cream, SOS Protect Hand Sanitiser

MVRCK BY MITCH – COOLING AFTERSHAVE

£17.95

This Paul Mitchell aftershave is a great way to prevent ingrown hairs and razor burn. It’s cooling as well as moisturising and soothing.

This would be a good gift for anyone that likes to groom themselves and maybe wouldn’t usually splurge on something like this for themselves.

HAIRCARE

MANTA – CLASSIC BLACK BRUSH

£30

Not only is it important to use good quality products to wash and style your hair with, it’s also important to use a good brush.

This is my new favourite hair brush as it really helps to get tangled out whilst being gentle to your hair. It is comfortable to hold and glides through my hair well.

A must have for anyone that likes to take care of their hair.

MITCH – REFORMER

£11.69

This hair texturizer helps to hold your hair in place whilst making it appear thicker and with more volume. It’s easy to you and you only need a small amount. It has a matte finish and smells really good too.

A must have for anyone fussy about styling their hair as it does everything you need from a styling product for short hair.

MVRCK BY MITCH – DRY PASTE

£23.80

Another great hair drying product is this Paul Mitchell styling paste. This also has a matte finish but has a medium hold and is really manageable to apply.

This new MVRCK range is a great addition to Paul Mitchell’s ever growing portfolio.

MITCH – CONSTRUCTION PASTE

£9.99

If they prefer to be able to adjust their hair throughout the day or don’t like the feel of a stronger hold then this paste is a must have. It has a great scent, it’s easy to apply and even once dried it can still be manipulated.

HOMEWARE

ASDA PHOTO – PHOTO SLATE

£11

I wanted to get a nice photo of my cats for my husband to display.

I have used Asda before for personalised products and have always been impressed with the price and quality. The picture is printed on a piece of slate with a stand and you can have it made in various sizes. I thought this would look really nice on display.

ASDA PHOTO – PERSONALISED MEGA MUG

£10

The delicate porcelain mug is a personal and unique gift for yourself or a loved one. It comes in different sizes and the image is centrally placed covering a wide area for maximum personalisation, you can add photos or text and really make it your own.

I hope I have inspired you and given you some good ideas 🙂

Sarah x