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Wednesday, 4 February 2026

Avant Skincare Valentine’s Gift Guide 2026: Luxury Self-Care for Glowing Skin

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to indulge in meaningful self-care or treat someone special to something truly luxurious. Whether you’re celebrating a romantic Valentine’s, a Galentine’s get-together, or simply prioritising yourself, Avant Skincare delivers high-performance, science-backed skincare designed to nourish, restore and illuminate the skin.
Avant Skincare Valentine’s Gift Guide 2026: Luxury Self-Care for Glowing Skin
Known for combining natural, skin-loving ingredients with advanced cosmetic science, Avant creates luxury formulas suitable for all skin types. Their Valentine’s 2026 collection focuses on hydration, radiance, anti-ageing and lip care – making every routine feel indulgent and results-driven.

Below are the standout gift sets from Avant featuring hero products, breaking down what they are, what they do, and why they work.

Self-Care Gift Set: The Ultimate At-Home Pampering Ritual

Designed for the ultimate self-care evening, the Self-Care Gift Set is a luxurious collection targeting visible signs of ageing, hydration and lip nourishment in one indulgent routine. Ideal for anyone who enjoys a complete skincare ritual, this set helps promote comfort, radiance and a healthy-looking glow.
Avant Skincare Valentine’s Gift Guide 2026: Luxury Self-Care for Glowing Skin
This set is ideal for anyone who loves a complete skincare ritual that delivers visible glow and comfort.

The R.N.A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo Moisturiser is a powerful day-and-night cream that supports skin firmness while smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, helping revitalise tired, ageing skin for a more youthful-looking complexion.  Key ingredients: R.N.A to support skin regeneration, Glycolic Acid to refine texture and encourage renewal.

The Nutrient-Dense Super Seed Lip Treatment is a deeply conditioning formula designed to hydrate, plump and soften the lips, helping smooth fine lines while restoring long-lasting comfort. Key ingredients: Jojoba Oil to balance moisture, Argan Oil to nourish and protect.

The Damascan Rose Petals Revitalising Facial Serum is a lightweight serum that hydrates, brightens and refines skin texture, boosting radiance for a refreshed, balanced complexion. Key ingredients: Rose extract to soothe, Hyaluronic Acid for deep hydration, Oligopeptides to support skin renewal.

The Velvet Perfecting Rose Sugar Lip Scrub gently exfoliates dry, flaky skin to smooth and soften the lips, enhancing natural radiance and preparing them for treatments or colour. Key ingredients: Rose extract to condition, Peony extract to enhance radiance, Sweet Almond Oil to nourish and protect.

This set is said to be worth £329 but is on sale priced at just £149 - HERE

Ultimate Hydration Day & Night Duo + Signature Bag

The Ultimate Hydration Day & Night Duo + Signature Bag brings together two of Avant’s most iconic, deeply nourishing formulas to keep skin hydrated, radiant and balanced around the clock, paired with a chic vegan leather bag for stylish storage or travel. 
Avant Skincare Valentine’s Gift Guide 2026: Luxury Self-Care for Glowing Skin
Beginning with the Pro-Intense Hyaluronic Acid Illuminating Day Cream, this lightweight yet powerful day moisturiser delivers immediate hydration while enhancing luminosity and helping smooth the look of fine lines. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid to lock in moisture and plump the skin, Sea Water to support skin balance, Jojoba Oil to soften and condition, Soy Lecithin to improve skin smoothness. 

Deluxe Hyaluronic Acid Vivifying Face & Eye Night Cream works to replenish moisture, reduce signs of fatigue and support overnight renewal, all while hydrating and comforting both the face and under-eye area — making this duo ideal for anyone seeking visibly plumper, softer and more radiant skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid to deeply hydrate, Shea Butter to nourish and protect, Vitamin B3 to support skin barrier health, Sea Water rich in minerals to help retain moisture

Signature Vegan Leather Bag – A premium-looking storage bag crafted from high-quality vegan leather, perfect for organising your skincare essentials or storing the duo beautifully at home or while travelling.

This Collection is said to be worth £233 but is on sale for just £99 HERE

Hyaluronic Duo
The Hyaluronic Duo is a deeply replenishing ritual designed to quench thirsty skin with intense, long-lasting moisture where it’s needed most, leaving the complexion plumper, smoother and more refreshed. 
Avant Skincare Valentine’s Gift Guide 2026: Luxury Self-Care for Glowing Skin

It begins with The Eight Hour Retexturing & Anti-Oxidising Hyaluronic Facial Serum penetrates deeply to boost hydration, refine texture and help protect skin against environmental stressors. Key ingredients: High-performance Hyaluronic Acid to boost and retain moisture, Antioxidant-rich actives to defend against environmental stress.

The Supreme Hyaluronic Acid Anti-Oxidising DUO Moisturiser locks in moisture, enhances elasticity and radiance, and softens skin while fortifying its natural protective barrier. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid to deeply hydrate and plump, Jojoba Oil to soften and condition, Avocado Oil to intensely hydrate and retain moisture.

The Hydra-Bright Collagen Eye Restoring Pads deliver concentrated hydration under the eyes to reduce puffiness, smooth fine lines and brighten tired-looking skin. Key ingredients: Collagen to support under-eye smoothness and resilience, Hydrating actives to refresh and visibly revive the under-eye area.

This Collection is said to be worth £200 but is on sale for just £144 HERE


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A Style Guide to Jewellery That Speaks Louder Than Words

Jewellery is often treated as decoration. Something to finish an outfit, something to sparkle politely. But the pieces people remember, the ones that linger, are never just decorative. They communicate. They hint at who you are before you ever say a word, and they do it quietly, with intention. The difference lies in choice, not quantity.

A Style Guide to Jewellery That Speaks Louder Than Words

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Jewellery as Personal Language

Every piece you wear sends a signal. A thin gold chain suggests restraint. A sculptural cuff hints at confidence. Even the absence of jewellery says something. The goal is not to impress, but to be understood.

Think of jewellery as a personal language you refine over time. You do not need many pieces. You need the right ones. Those that feel inevitable when you put them on, as though they belong to you rather than your outfit. When jewellery works, it feels less like styling and more like self-recognition.

Choosing Pieces That Carry Weight

The statement does not mean oversized or loud. It means deliberate. A single ring with architectural lines can say more than a handful of trend-driven accessories. Texture matters. So it finishes. Matte metals feel grounded. High polish feels assertive. Mixed materials introduce complexity without chaos.

Ask yourself one question before buying anything new: Would I still wear this if no one else noticed? If the answer is yes, it will likely age well in your collection. This is how personal style forms—through repetition, restraint, and quiet consistency.

The Subtle Power of Piercing Jewellery

Piercing jewellery sits closer to identity than fashion. It is not easily swapped to match a mood, which makes it more revealing. That is why the smallest details matter here.

A clean hoop versus a faceted stud creates a completely different impression. Scale changes everything. Placement does too. Pieces like earrings for conch piercing are not about trend, they frame the face in a way that feels intentional and self-assured when chosen thoughtfully. The best piercing jewellery never distracts. It draws the eye in, then lets it rest.

Building a Cohesive Look Without Overthinking

Cohesion does not mean matching everything. It means alignment. Choose one dominant metal tone and let others play supporting roles. Repeat shapes subtly. If your rings are rounded, let your earrings echo that softness. If your style leans structured, keep lines crisp.

Most importantly, leave space. Jewellery needs room to breathe. A bare neckline can be as expressive as an adorned one. Restraint is not minimalism; it is confidence in what you have chosen.

When Jewellery Truly Speaks

The pieces that speak loudest are never the most obvious. They are the ones you reach for on days when you are not trying. The necklace you forget you are wearing until someone asks about it. The ring that feels like part of your hand.

Jewellery becomes powerful when it stops performing and starts belonging, when it reflects you instead of announcing itself. And that is when it stops being an accessory, and starts becoming a signature.









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Tuesday, 3 February 2026

BEAUTY BAY Limited Edition Galentine's Bag

With Valentines Day just round the corner, the offers and bundles are coming in thick and fast and from Beauty Bay comes the Limited Edition Galentine's Bag.
BEAUTY BAY Limited Edition Galentine's Bag
The Beauty Bay Galentine's Day features a bundle of 11 beauty must-haves plus a travel-friendly beauty bag. Worth over £140, yours for just £40.


This limited-edition edit brings together a mixture of feel-good beauty essentials, from everyday makeup heroes to fun accessories and luxe fragrance minis, including brands like Anastasia Beverly Hills, Billie Eilish, and Babe Original.

Contents:

  • By BEAUTY BAY Paddle Hair Brush
  • By BEAUTY BAY All Hours Lip Stain in Crave
  • By BEAUTY BAY Beauty Case Keychain 
  • By BEAUTY BAY Lip Prep (13ml)
  • By BEAUTY BAY Jelly Lip Oil in Cherry Pie
  • By BEAUTY BAY Mini Charms Phone Charm 
  • By BEAUTY BAY Mini High-Key Volume Mascara (5.5ml)
  • Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Gloss in Deep Taupe 
  • Babe Original Essential Serum
  • Billie Eilish Roller Ball (3.5ml) 
  • LH Cosmetics The Powder Puff
  • By BEAUTY BAY Light Pink Travel Bag






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Boots Luxury Bath & Body Pamper Box 2026

Launching soon to Boots is the Boots Luxury Bath & Body Pamper Box 2026. Designed to help you start February feeling refreshed, radiant, and ready for anything.
Boots Luxury Bath & Body Pamper Box 2026
Worth £155.50, but will be on sale for just £45, like many other Beauty Boxes from Boots, this one is an absolute treat and described to be the ultimate self-care indulgence.  


Inside the Boots Luxury Bath & Body Pamper Box you will find 12 pleasing products, including 11 full-size treats

Contents

  • Soap & Glory Rosy Glow Scented Candle 210g
  • Frank Body Booty Sleep Mask
  • REHAB Hydrating Under Eye Patches 5 pairs
  • Sanctuary Spa Lily & Rose Scrub 100ml
  • Luna Daily The Everything Oil 30ml
  • Champneys Spa Rituals Softening Hand Mask Gloves Trio 12g x3
  • Mylee Gel Nail Wraps French Cancan x20 units
  • Boots Bodypolisher White 5g
  • Truly Beauty VANILLA BABY LUX BODY OIL 90ml
  • Colorsport Brow Tint Dark Brown - Developer Lotion 10ml Dye Cream 7ml
  • Silver Cloud 1 x Berry medium scrunchie infused with silver ions 12g
  • BUTTER BRICK Solid Face and Body Cleanser 95g











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