STAR-TIPPED BUY With one selling every 23 seconds, celeb favourite Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentré is a five-in-one lotion that can be used as a moisturiser, primer, make-up remover, aftershave cream, baby-care product and mask. Skin is left feeling plump, smooth, supple and toned, all thanks to a simple formula made with rich, natural ingredients suitable for all skin types. Find it on www.beautybay.com for £19.95. MY FRAGRANT JOURNEY Jo Malone London has recently launched its newest fragrance, Hinoki and Cedarwood – a wonderful addition to the Cologne Intense Collection and my latest scent obsession. I popped into the recently refurbished Jo Malone store in Bluewater to find out more. The lovely Giszem welcomed me and we sat down to explore some of the most popular bridal fragrances as well as this latest addition. Peony and Blush Suede, Red Hibiscus, and Scarlett Poppy I’m told are bride favourites and I can see why. Giszem told me that her brides will often buy the Peony and Blush Suede candle as a first anniversary treat to bring back memories of their wedding day, a lovely idea. We decided to try fragrance layering, which I was aware Jo Malone encourages, but have always felt nervous of! However, Giszem reassured me that because the fragrances contain so few ingredients, there’s really no right or wrong. One way to layer is with your base scent coming from your Jo Malone body products. Being a floral fan, I quickly fell in love with Peony and Blush Suede, so I chose this to layer with the new Hinoki and Cedarwood. Giszem smoothed the opulent froth of the hand wash onto my hands and arms – so delicately floral, a super-feminine fragrance. We then massaged in the luxurious body crème also in Peony and Blush Suede. My skin now carried this beautiful delicate scent, I was ready to layer. Already taken by the newest addition to the family, I was worried I’d ruin it, but if possible I fell even more in love! Inspired by Japanese garden rituals, the scent of Hinoki and Cedarwood itself is an immersive fusion of clean, aromatic notes and woody intensity. It’s intensely fresh and distinctive, celebrating the grounding presence of the hinoki tree, experienced through the Japanese ritual of forest bathing. The Peony and Blush Suede gave its refreshing, breath-offresh-air nature a more gentle edge with a lightly floral background. I can confirm, this is a fun way to play with your favourite fragrances and switch up your signature scent. Following your free discovery session, where you can select your bridal scent in comfort, Jo Malone will add an extra special touch by engraving your chosen bottle with your initials, turning it into a wedding day keepsake. I had an extra special treat too, from the talented Jenni who was in store painting cologne gift boxes with stunning watercolour flowers. I definitely recommend adding this visit to your bridal shopping trip, it’s a real treat, and Hinoki & Cedarwood Cologne Intense (50ml, £112; 100ml, £160) is absolutely my recommendation for a big-day fragrance with a twist. Find out more at www.jomalone.co.uk APPLE OF MY EYE The festive season is about the get even prettier with Too Faced serving up some major Christmas magic this year with a collection all about glitz, glam and gifting. I’m most excited about the Appley In Love Eye Shadow Palette (£48) packed with 18 super-sweet shades inspired by the fresh colours of real apples. Must-have neutrals and pops of red, green, and warm caramel in a variety of finishes let you create and recreate every seasonal trend with a creamy, blendable formula that smells like caramel apples! Find it at www.toofaced.co.uk THE LIPPY OF LEGENDS New from RMS Beauty is the Legendary Serum Lipstick: The Nudes. A first-of-its-kind serum hybrid lipstick provides lips with subtle nude drama and long-lasting coverage with just one swipe. Super-lightweight yet pigmented, the non-drying water-based formula hydrates, smooths, and revitalises lips with a soft, satin finish. Choose from eight shades at www.cultbeauty.co.uk Scan to view video BEAUTY NEWS 77
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