Christmas Countdown: Last Minute Gift Dash at Sakare

If you haven't completed your Christmas shopping (or even started it yet) don't stress out too much. There is still time to pack in a few last minute dashes to the shops, you just have to know what it is you're looking for. Luckily Sakare always have a great selection of products that are just perfect for Christmas gifts.

If you want to get someone something special but don't have time to come up with the most original idea ever then head over to Sakare. Avoid being one of those helpless souls wandering around Oxford Street with no idea what they are looking for by following my last minute gift guide:

Top 3 Sakare Products That Make Perfect Gifts For Every Woman

1. Luxuriating Body Butter

Because who lives without body butter? A classic bathroom staple that won't go out of fashion and is suitable for all ages and all skin types. Not to mention that Sakare's version is renowned for being top level quality with its unique mineral rich formula. Will impress even the highest level skincare connoisseur.  

2. Hydrating Hand Cream

During the winter months hand cream will most certainly not go amiss. Appealing for both the beauty obsessed and practical types alike, therefore you really can't go wrong with this one. This amazingly easily absorbed formula is full of Vitamin E to soothe even severely dry, irritated skin and buying it won't do serious damage to your bank account (which is always a plus this time of year).

 

3. Soothing Shower Oil

Even if you have no idea how beauty concerned the person you are buying for is you can't go wrong with this one. Not everyone is into taking long pampering baths but even quick morning shower people will love this product. Turn your practical shower into something more luxurious with this amazingly hydrating body wash. No need to use additional body moisturisers afterwards, this product is the ultimate 2-in-1 for busy people with busy lives.

Trust me on this one...stick to this gift guide for the women in your life and you will see some happy faces when it comes to Xmas day! 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all. Wishing you a magical time and all the best for the new year to come.

Emma :)

In-Shower Body Conditioners From Lush & Sakare

Ro's Argan Body Conditioner is a great way to get super soft skin all over without adding on another phase to your beauty routine and without having to wait for your moisturiser to be absorbed before getting dressed.

When we condition our hair we apply an intensive moisturiser, let it soak in and then wash away. We're left with hair that feels clean, washed and soft but not greasy. When we apply body moisturiser most of the time it leaves you feeling greasy and is then rubbed off when you put clothes on. What if we could recreate that sultry soft feeling for our bodies as well as our hair?

Lush have come up with an answer by creating a body lotion that can be applied in the shower just as we would use a hair conditioner. Ro's Argan Body Conditioner is rich in cocoa butter, cupuacu butter, almond oil, and the featured ingredient, argan oil, to intensely hydrate your skin. Apply all over after you have used your favourite body wash, leave for a few minutes and then rinse off. Pat yourself dry once out of the shower to make sure that all the moisture is locked in and be careful not to rub it off.

Simple as that! Save time and effort by moisturising in the shower. Once you get out you can dress immediately and get on with your day. You may be questioning whether the results are as good as using a normal body lotion after the shower but for me there is no doubt that the body conditioner leaves your skin just as smooth and hydrated as traditional methods. The rose fragrance of this particular product is rather overpowering and so not for everyone. Personally I am a fan although I know that a large amount of people nowadays prefer fragrance free beauty products.

**If you are looking for an in-shower body conditioner WITHOUT fragrance then try this:

Sakare Enriching Shea Butter is a great, completely natural and fragrance free solution for an in-shower body lotion. If you have sensitive skin or allergies I would advise to stay away from Lush products as they tend to be heavily fragranced. Sakare Shea Butter can be applied in the shower and washed off to reveal beautifully soft skin, even though Sakare advise for it to be applied to dry skin only.

Personally I like to use both of them depending on my mood or where I am going. Sakare is a great everyday cream that can be used for beauty and practical purposes whereas Lush is for when you want to smell extra nice. One thing's for sure though...I'm a converted shower body conditioner now...quick and easy with the same results!

Top Picks: The Two Hand Creams That You Can't Brave Winter Without

It's that time of year again...wrap up warm and make sure that your precious skin is protected from the harsh elements out there. While you can't simply avoid going outside for the whole winter season (I would if I could, trust me), you can take some measures to lessen the damage. Wearing gloves and protective clothing is a no-brainer, but it's not just the cold that is the culprit here. Heating systems can be particularly drying to the skin, especially when constantly changing environment going indoors and outdoors all the time. Like most smart women (and men) during wintertime I make sure to have a trusty hand cream with me at all times to protect against redness, blistering and flakiness.

If you're not sure which hand cream to invest in this year then look no further. These two are my ultimate faves and will not let you down this winter...

Ahava Mineral Hand Cream

Made with dead sea water and so is enriched with all the minerals and goodness that come from the natural wonder. Produced without any harsh ingredients which means that even sensitive hands can use it too. You only need a really small amount of this cream to make your skin all smooth and supple and applying once really will last you all day. Great for protecting against harsh climates but also perfect for repairing hands from the wear and tear of daily life. Subtle but noticeable fragrance.

Sakare Hydrating Hand Cream

What's great about this cream is that it is easily absorbed and non-greasy, so you are able to apply and straightaway continue on with life. Not only does this vitamin E enriched formulation hydrate skin but it actually works to reduce pigmentation. Very clever. Again a minimal amount is required to soften dry, weather cracked hands, meaning that one tube will see you through the winter easily. Definitely a worthwhile investment!

I find that hand cream makes for a great gift if you are unsure what to buy someone. Everyone needs it and it's something we often forget to pick up when shopping. Make sure you give them one of these brands and your present will be a sure success.

Best Product for Gentle Make-Up Removal (Sakare Calming Milk Cleanser)

The name says it all...Calming Milk Cleanser. And calming it certainly is.

If your nightly make-up removal ritual is to rub a cleansing wipe over your face until it feels clean and then head straight to bed then you should reconsider! Face wipes are not only full of chemicals and other nasty stuff that you don't want to be rubbing into your pores but are also extremely dehydrating. Studies have shown that they don't actually fully remove all traces of make up but just spread them all over your face. Sleeping with traces of make up on your face can lead to irritation, dehydration, and even blemish outbreaks. The rubbing action which is required when using these wipes for make up removal can also be damaging to skin, and even increase signs of ageing.

Many people underestimate the power of a good, gentle cleanser as they are caught up in more fancy products like serums and masks. The truth is that if you have a steady skincare regime in place with quality products you won't need anything else to make your skin look it's best.

Personally I follow the Sakare skincare regime of cleansing, toning and moisturising morning and night. If you don't wish to enter into a regime with 3 stages every morning and night please consider to adopt cleansing, even if just for the purpose of make up removal.

Sakare Calming Milk Cleanser is completely natural and so can be used by any skin type, no matter how sensitive. It's calming due to the unique combination of chamomile, rose water extract, and vitamin E, and will leave your skin feeling 100% clean and even moisturised.

To use simply massage all over your face and remove with a cotton pad or damp cloth. I like to repeat twice: once to remove my make up and a second just to pamper my skin. If you really wish to treat yourself then place a cloth in hot water, ring out the water then place it over your face. The steam will open up your pores and sweat impurities out.

Since using the Sakare cleanser I can't go back to face wipes as I now realise how damaging it is to your precious skin. You only get one face so treat it well and it will last you!

Reveal an Amazing Complexion with this Peeling Mask from Sakare

I used to swear by Lancome's Hydra Intense Masque until I discovered this gem of a beauty treatment. I am not over exaggerating when I say that it can literally reveal a completely new complexion that you didn't even know you had.

Amazing cleansing properties will extract impurities and pore refining qualities will reveal a flawless complexion. It left my skin feeling extremely clean but not dry in any way, as a mixture of oils (kendi, grape-seed, and calendula) provide perfect hydration.

Great for young skin which needs balancing but also perfect for older skin as the Regenerating Peeling mask also possesses anti ageing properties! How can that be? You may ask. Well all these exclusive oils provide a firmness and elasticity boost to the skin, encouraging a youthful appearance.

Basically everything you could want from a mask: anti ageing, moisturising, and deep cleansing. Oh and it only takes 2 minutes to get to work before it needs to be washed off. Perfect for busy people who wish to give their complexion a boost now and then (I recommend using once-twice a week).

Rinse off with water to reveal your new, rejuvenated complexion that I promise will look just that bit younger, healthier, and happier :)