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Timothy Dunn THE VOTIVE COLLECTION

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Timothy Dunn Luxury Candles

Timothy Dunn THE VOTIVE COLLECTION

Timothy Dunn The Votive Collection*

I was first introduced to Timothy Dunn back in 2015 when I fell in love with their exquisite Arabian Fig Candle and over the past two years I’ve enjoyed discovering more about this brand. I not only fell in love with Timothy Dunn’s luxurious candles but also their story and passion for quality and I think that is always something worth supporting.

Timothy Dunn is a small family run business based from their home city of London. Since opening their first florist in back in 1989 they continue to grow. From their love of flowers and a passion for travel they initially created bespoke candles for top clients and after proving popular the Timothy Dunn luxury scented candle range was born.

Each of their candles comes beautifully presented, set within a beautiful hand-blown glass and I have repurposed all the jars after the candles have burnt down, they’re just too pretty to throw away.

Timothy Dunn Candles THE VOTIVE COLLECTION

The Votive Collection is a trio of deluxe travel sized candles that come in three beautiful luxurious scents. I’m no stranger to the Arabian Fig scent but the other two candles in this set I’m excited to be trying for the first time.

Arabian Fig – Wild Fig & Cashmere Wood

A complex blend of green fig leaf, basil and clove, tenderly enhanced with frankincense, this deliciously aromatic candle has a hint of wild fig, cassis rose and jasmine with the rich base notes of sandalwood, cedarwood and musk.

Violette de Lune – Neroli & Wild Jasmine

This deep, exotic, floral scent is intertwined with seductive amber woods and elegant musks, opening with cassis and dark violet. An indulgent blend of the precious oils Moroccan rose and neroli flower are combined with sensual sandalwood, patchouli, red tea, wild jasmine and a hint of luxurious dark chocolate

Samarkand – Suede Musk & Patchouli

Discover a rich, sensual spicy wood accord with exotic tea, bergamot, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon and clove; generously wrapped in sumptuous Madagascan vanilla, suede musks, frankincense, patchouli and vetiver.

All three candles in this collection are sophisticated, rich and quite masculine which is right up my street. Timothy Dunn candles burn very clean and evenly, with no sooty residue, their rich scent fills your entire home and lingers long after you blow them out. Each 70g Votive candle has a burn time of 15 – 20 hours. I tend to burn mine for 1 – 2 hours a time and blow them out because the scent is that strong it will still fill your room for hours after its stopped burning, which I love!

Timothy Dunn Luxury Candle Collection

THE VOTIVE COLLECTION from Timothy Dunn

This collection feels and looks very luxurious, right from the outer packaging to the scent of the candles, you just get the feeling that no expense has been spared. The Votive Collection comes beautifully packaged in a Limited Edition Gift Box which makes it the perfect gift for Valentines Day or as an extra special treat to yourself!

I know more expensive luxury candles are not for everyone but if your budget can stretch or if you are able to ask for one for a special occasion I can’t recommend Timothy Dunn Candles enough, the quality, burn time and wonderfully intense scent are more than worth the price tag. This particular collection would make the most thoughtful gift and It is also a great way of introducing someone to Timothy Dunn scents, especially if they love their luxury candles.

You can get this beautiful Votive Collection here for £60 and until February 14th Timothy Dunn are offering 20% off with code LOVETDL

This Timothy Dunn London Votive collection is the ultimate gift of luxury for yourself or a loved one to enjoy all year round.

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Skin Chemists Rose Quartz Age Defence Youth Facial Oil

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Skin Chemists Rose Quartz Youth Oil

Skin Chemists Rose Quartz Youth Oil

Roses on Valentines Day doesn’t just have to mean flowers…..right!? Let me introduce to you to the beautiful Rose Quartz Age Defence Youth Facial Oil*, this is such a skincare treat.

I really enjoy using a facial oil in my skincare routine although I often think people are worried about oils leaving their skin too greasy or that they’re too heavy but there is a facial oil to suit all skin types and treat many skin concerns. I think it’s a step that everyone should introduce to their routine. Oils penetrate the skin at a deeper level than creams and are often a fantastic way of protecting skin against free radicals, give deeper hydration and rejuvenate dull complexions.

Skin Chemists Rose Quartz Age Defence Youth Facial Oil

I have been testing a beautiful Rose Quartz Oil from Skin Chemists and it has become a staple in my skincare routine as it is packed full of skin loving ingredients which are helping restore my natural healthy glow and leaves my skin feeling velvety soft.

The main active ingredients in the formulation are:

1) Rose Otto Oil helps to restore moisture balance in the skin. Its anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties aim to repair and protect the skin, whilst firming and toning.
2) Vitamin E aims to reduce skin damage, whilst protecting against daily damage.
3) Almond Oil works to provide deep hydration and nourishment, brightening and renewing the appearance of the skin.

It is a lightweight feel, more like water than an oil, it is so nice to massage into the skin and I love the uplifting floral scent, it’s beautiful. I like to apply two or three drops to my skin in the evening and it helps me wake up with skin that looks well rested and refreshed. Although I do also like to add a drop to my moisturiser and apply after my serum in the morning because it adds just the little extra hydration to my skin. I like that it helps my makeup apply smoothly too. I think because of its light non-greasy consistency you can use this morning or night, or both!

It comes beautifully packaged in a bright pink box and inside is a simple glass bottle with a pipet dispenser. It feels luxurious and the fact the product has a pretty pink hue is nice too, feels very pretty.

So if you’re looking for a product to give your skin a boost of anti-oxidants, hydration and radiance then this is the product for you. Why not treat yourself this Valentines Day!

During the month of February, this Rose Quartz Age Defence Youth Facial Oil will be reduced from £99 to £24.99 which is an incredible saving & just for a little extra 20% off you can use my code LETSTALKBLOG which will make this oil just £19.99!

Make sure you check out the rest of the Rose Quartz Collection too as there are savings across the whole range!

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skinChemists Advanced Caviar Skincare

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Luxury Skincare Skin Chemists

Skin Chemists Caviar Skincare

I wanted to give you the heads up about a fantastic offer from skinChemists, who are known for their 100% organic and cruelty free luxury skincare. I’ve been testing out three products from their Advanced Caviar range and I have to say I’m impressed so far. Caviar has become quite a popular ingredient in skincare over the past couple of years and skinChemists have been working with leading pharmacists, chemists, scientists and beauticians worldwide, to develop their caviar range.

So why is Caviar becoming such a sort after ingredient? This marine-based ingredient is very rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are two nutrients that promote luminous, balanced skin and its also known to be intensely moisturising and has anti inflamatory benefits. So your skin is in good hands.

skinChemists Advanced Caviar Facial Serum*

I think serum is my favourite product to use as I love the added hydration they give and its a step I never miss in my routine. This one from skinChemists is extremely hydrating, soothing and protecting.

The main active ingredients in the formulation are:-

  1. Caviar Extract, a highly nutritious marine complex, aims to protect the skin against harmful rays and environmental stresses.
  2. Seaweed Extract, thought to have anti-oxidising properties, aims to deeply hydrate the skin.
  3. Aloe Vera aims to stimulate the skin’s healing process, whilst working to soothe and regenerate the skin.

It has a lovely fluid formula which sinks in quickly and helps boost hydration which is exactly what my skin needs right now, these cold days dry out my skin and make my fine lines look more prominent.

Luxury Skincare from Skin Chemists

skinChemists Advanced Caviar Day Cream*

The day / night creams come packaged in the most beautiful mirrored sphere, it looks and feels futuristic and luxurious. The cream itself is pretty cool too, much like the serum it provides long lasting hydration and nourishment whilst protecting skin from harmful environmental aggressors.

The main active ingredients in the formulation are

  1. Caviar Extract, a highly nutritious marine complex, aims to protect the skin against harmful rays and environmental stresses.
  2. Alpine Rose Stem Cells aim to improve the skin’s barrier function to reduce loss of essential moisture and nutrients.
  3. Powdered Pearl aims to smooth and regenerate the skin, evening the skin tone and improving skin health.

Although this is a rich formula the cream doesn’t feel heavy on the skin or go greasy throughout the day. It gives the skin an instant smooth appearance and when I use this cream I love how well my makeup applies and also wears throughout the day.

Advanced Caviar Night Cream*

We all want to wake up to skin that looks well rested, radiant and youthful and although miracles can’t be achieved this night cream has helped my skin to look brighter, more refreshed and certainly less dry. The night cream is formulated to hydrate, repair and revive your skin whilst you sleep, which sounds good to me!

The main active ingredients in the formulation are

1. Caviar Extract, a highly nutritious marine complex, aims to repair and revive the skin after its daily exposure to environmental stresses.
2. Protease aims to break down dead skin cells and balance natural pH levels.
3. Shea Butter is rich in Vitamins A and E, it aims to deeply hydrate and improve skin health.

All three products I have tried from this range are great for protecting your skin from the environmental aggressors of everyday life like pollution and sun damage. They also help to keep the skin nourished and hydrated so your skin looks plump, radiant and fine lines are reduced. I have loved all three products but especially the night cream, it was so nice to apply each night and I really felt I saw a difference in my skin by morning, it was a lot more healthy.

Let me know if you have tried anything from this brand or if you’re planning on making use of the incredible 70% saving skinChemists currently have on this Advanced Caviar range. Why not start the New Year with a new skincare regime!

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Miller Harris Hope & Joy Christmas Candle

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Luxury Festive Candle Miller Harris

Hope and Joy Miller Harris Christmas Candle

Miller Harris Christmas Candle Gift Set £55

You know when a candle is going to be good when you can smell it from another room when it isn’t even burning but I wouldn’t expect anything less from expert perfumers Miller Harris. If you are familiar with their products then you know just how luxurious they are. Miller Harris are a brand that whilst respecting tradition, they strive to push the boundaries, creating exquisitely crafted fragrances that are innovative yet timeless.

This Christmas they have released a lovely candle gift set which would be a lovely thoughtful gift for anyone that enjoys luxury candles. The packaging is fun, bright and festive it has been designed by fashion designer Matty Bovan. The scent of the candle is not what you would initially expect from a festive release, it is a warm mix of figs, firs and pines. It gives off a rich fruity yet quite fresh festive scent. Fig is as most of you know, my all time favourite scent and I think the addition of the more wintery notes of pine and fir make it much more festive and a lovely candle to burn over the festive period.

Miller Harris Christmas Candle

Miller Harris have put together a lovely gift set, which makes it an even more special gift. Inside the gift set, you will receive,

  • The limited edition Hope & Joy candle, a lovely contrast of Ibizan figs & seasonal pines, the set also comprises a wick trimmer and a box of our le feu matches.
  • The wick trimmer is perfectly angled to trim wicks at all heights during the burn of a candle.
  • The le feu! matches are the ideal length to light a candle right to the final burn.
  • 30 hours burning time.

Beautiful Miller Harris Festive Candle

Luxury Festive Candle from Miller Harris

I’ve been enjoying burning this, the scent really fills the room but isn’t overpowering and the fragrance lingers long after you blow it out. Also if you trim the wick before burning it each time, you will find the wax burns a lot more evenly and cleanly. You get at least 30 hours of burn time from this so it will last you a good amount of time, I tend to burn it for 2 hours at a time in the evening. I would be thrilled to find this gift set under the tree on Christmas morning.

Let me know if you add this to your Christmas list.

*PR Sample