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(Review) Anti-Wrinkle Firming Serum

Posted on December 18, 2011 by jenny

I’m definitely at the (second-time) new mum stage where it’s a struggle to squeeze a shower into our day, let alone brush my hair or slap on some moisturiser. However, when I was offered the chance to try a new beauty product I thought this was a great opportunity to do something for myself! Artistry…

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Earth Friendly Baby Massage Oil giveaway

Posted on November 16, 2011November 25, 2011 by jenny

Earth Friendly Baby produce eco-friendly baby treats. We love using their products and Edward enjoys lovely bath times with a little help from their pure and natural range of everyday toiletries. We recently tried the Earth Friendly Baby Natural Unscented Massage Oil. It’s perfect for mums to be and babies and is crammed with nourishing ingredients…

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Klorane haircare giveaway

Posted on October 11, 2011April 30, 2018 by jenny

*****giveaway is now closed and the winner is Katie Skeoch***** Klorane is a French company whose founder believed that the human race can only progress and survive through nature. The company now produces a range of plant-based products for hair and also eye care. The hero product is the Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oatmilk which celebs…

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Maison d’Anu pregnancy range

Posted on September 30, 2011October 23, 2013 by jenny

One of the great things about pregnancy is being offered the opportunity to try luxury beauty products! Maison d’Anu is a luxury beauty brand which makes a wide range of ethical beauty products. The current ranges include face & body, pregnancy, hair and nails. The pregnancy range includes four products: Rescue Peppermint Anti Nausea Pulse…

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(CLOSED) Tanatomicals giveaway

Posted on September 23, 2011October 7, 2013 by jenny

Just because Autumn is here you don’t need to lose your summer tan! You can now bronze with attitude thanks to Tanatomicals! This range is exclusive to Superdrug and features four fabulous fakers which will leave you with natural-looking, flawless results in no time. Quick and easy to apply, each tanning treat is pH balanced…

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(CLOSED) Products for treating eczema

Posted on September 13, 2011September 19, 2012 by jenny

*****the competition has now closed and the winner notified***** As Edward has suffered from eczema since birth I’m proud to help spread awareness of National Eczema Week 2011 which this year runs from 10 to 18 September. National Eczema Week was set up by the National Eczema Society as a way to make people aware…

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Review and giveaway: Fade Out cream

Posted on July 29, 2011March 8, 2012 by jenny

*****The competition has now closed and the winner notified***** An advanced range of affordable mass market skincare products to visibly brighten, even-out skin tone and restore a youthful, natural radiance are about to go on sale on beauty counters nationwide. This “must-use” range with exceptional credentials includes Niacinamide and powerful active naturals such as mulberry…

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Review and giveaway: Pot of Gold Balm

Posted on July 11, 2011July 25, 2017 by jenny

*****Competition has now closed and the winners have been notified***** My search for the perfect nappy cream continues as I was recently sent a Pot of Gold Baby Balm from The New Zealand Honey Shop to try. When Edward is teething he gets awful nappy rash so I like to keep a cream in my changing…

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Bio-Oil Buggython and giveaway

Posted on July 7, 2011November 17, 2013 by jenny

*****Competition is now closed and the winners have been notified***** On 13th July in Battersea Park the first ever Bio-Oil Buggython is being held to raise funds for the British Skin Foundation. Hundreds of parents will come together with their buggies and take the gentle 2.5km stroll around Battersea Park, all in aid of the…

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