Now November has arrived, it is time to talk about Christmas, it is only a few weeks now until we can all open our Advent Calendars. Working with Lookfantastic, who have an incredible collection of Christmas gifts for all budgets, I have picked out 4 that stood out and caught my attention, all with friends, family or a colleague in mind.
Whether you have a budget of £5, £10 or even £100 there is a whole selection of gifts and I chose everything from skincare and makeup to hair care and wellbeing.
Starting with an exclusive Lookfantastic set from Lancôme, we have the Genifique Lookfantastic Exclusive Starter Kit Set which is worth £67.00, but costs just £27.
Inside the box, you will find a trio of brand favourites for the face and eyes, including the best-selling Advanced Génifique serum, which so many people rave about.
- Starting with the Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate (20ml) and it is said to be a complex made up of seven prebiotic and probiotic-derived extracts with hyaluronic acid to target multiple visible signs of ageing as well as to help improve the appearance of fine lines, loss of firmness, uneven skin tone and texture.
- The second product is the Advanced Génifique Yeux Youth Activating and Light Infusing Eye Cream (5ml) and again, it is enriched with a combination of seven prebiotic and probiotic designed to improve under-eye radiance, plus there is the inclusion of hyaluronic acid for that hit of hydration.
- Then finally we have the Rénergie Multi-Lift Ultra (15ml) and this is described as being a firming cream that targets multiple visible signs of ageing and is enriched with linseed extract which helps to plump the skin with moisture and promote a firmer and more radiant appearance.
For its price, this is an incredible set and could be gifted to absolutely anyone on your list, whether they love their skincare or need a bit of help.
The second product within this gift guide is from one of my absolute favourite brands - Aromatherapy Associates and this time, I choose something that just looks so incredibly beautiful, from its presentation to the products themselves.
The Aromatherapy Associates Discovery Wellbeing Bath and Shower Oil Collection contains everything you need for that pre-festive time out to relax, reinvigorate, unwind and replenish. Priced at just £30.
Inside the deep blue presentation box, you will find ten 3ml bottles of Aromatherapy Associates Bath and Shower Oils, so you can choose a blend to suit your mood, those blends are
- Deep Relax - designed to help banish sleepless nights and drift into a peaceful slumber
- Light Relax - designed to help you to reset and recharge, so you can enjoy some down time in the evening
- De-Stress Mind - described as being like a mini therapist in a bottle, it is perfect for taking into the shower every morning before you tackle the day ahead, or to add to your evening bath to soothe mind, body and soul,
- De-Stress Muscle - designed for those who have been on their feet/on the go all day and need help to relax and unwind
- Revive Morning - designed to energise and awaken and is perfect for those dark, cold and miserable mornings to uplift your mood
- Revive Evening
- Support Breathe - the best oil ever and it is one I use when I have a cold, am feeling a bit bleurgh to help banish the banish the sluggishness and clear the cobwebs
- Support Lavender & Peppermint - The one I am yet to try. This oil is designed to soothe the mind, body or skin and the perfect travel companion, especially for long journeys.
- Support Equilibrium - designed to bring about balance and harmony to the mind, body and skin, it is uplifting and helps to focus the mind,
- Inner Strength - designed to help deliver resilience and positivity to get you through the day.
A gift that would look and be amazing however and to whomever it was gifted.
The next gift set is hair care related and it is a brand I have come to know through beauty boxes, such as Lookfantastic. The Christophe Robin Mini Hair Essential Kit, priced at £29, it is another amazing value for money kit.
This collection features a hair care trio which is described as being the perfect routine to help achieve refreshed, sumptuous and shiny hair from root to tip. Inside the box you will find:
- Purifying shampoo with thermal mud 75ml - This is a detoxifying shampoo infused with mineral-rich thermal mud, designed to detoxify and cleanse the scalp, as well as to help diminish oily roots and soften hair strands.
- Regenerating mask with prickly pear oil 75ml - Described as being a multi-tasking product which regenerates the roots, seals split ends and boosts the intensity of your hair colour all thanks to the inclusion of rare Prickly Pear oil.
- Hydrating leave-in cream with aloe vera 20ml - This is a lightweight cream formulated to deliver intense daily hydration to dehydrated or dull hair.
As a trio of products, that can be used on any hair type, it makes a great gift for absolutely anyone.
Then finally, the Dear Dahlia Paradise Dream Mini Velvet Lip Mousse 6 Set and I chose the Pink Collection, based mainly on the names given to each Lip Mousse. Priced at just £16, this is a collection which gives you a great insight to Dear Dahlia as a brand and each and every one of the shades is stunning.
As a set of Mini products, each one being just 1ml, you get enough product to try each shade a few times before deciding which shade you either want to purchase in its full-size or more than one shade. With their highly-pigmented powdery finish, I absolutely enjoyed the mousse texture, which was nothing like I expected it to be, soft, smooth and almost buttery. With an infusion of Dahlia Variabilis Flower Extract which drenches your skin in goodness, the antioxidant properties encourage a shield of protection against harsh external aggressors and it sits alongside certified organic Sweet Almond Oil, Argan Oil, Shea Butter, and Cacao Seed Butter.
The shades:
- Cranberry Lip Mousse (1ml) - A deep shade of pink Cranberry is said to evoke visions of fresh fruit ready to be plucked and bitten.
- Ballet Lip Mousse (1ml) - My favourite of these 6 shades, this nude rose pink, is said to be the one to get you ready to dance the night away with the perfect smooth, creamy shade.
- Guava Lip Mousse (1ml) - A soft pink coral, it is described as being the ideal shade for fun-loving, whimsical makeup aesthetics.
- Haute Lip Mousse (1ml) - A fuschia pink shade described as being a striking, mischievous shade is guaranteed to leave a memorable impression on all you meet.
- Cancan Lip Mousse (1ml) - A bright pink shade which makes you want to put on your heels and equip yourself with the perfect hue for a party-ready makeup look.
- Fever Lip Mousse (1ml) - A molton shade of pink, this is the shade for that hot night out, the one which will capture attention.
All six of these shades are just incredible and whilst I have worn Ballet and Guava the most, I like all shades and more so because the formula can also be used and easily blended for use on the cheeks.
These are just a few of the amazing gift sets on offer from Lookfantastic and with prices starting as low as £5, there is a lot of choice.