Winter Skin Soother - Nip+ Fab Dry Hand Fix

I don't know about you but my hands are really feeling the wrath of this wintry weather. A good hand moisturiser is a compulsory addition to my handbag all year round, and is a product that I take very seriously. Let's face it. nobody wants 'old lady hands' before their time.

I've had a few hand creams on rotation lately but my favourite by far has been Nip + Fab Dry Hand Fix. The sister brand of Rodial has come up trumps with this product from its more affordable skincare line.

Limited Edition - Estee Lauder Zodiac Compacts

I've a sucker for anything related to my star sign (I'm a Leo - in case it isn't obvious) and when I saw this new release from Estee Lauder a few weeks ago, a small yelp of joy just may have passed from my lips.

Every year since 1963, Estee Lauder has introduced a collection of limited-edition solid perfume and pressed powder compacts. This year they have released an elegant, yet playful collection of Zodiac inspired gold compacts.

Photo taken at the Estee Lauder 2012 Christmas preview event, I attended last month - courtesy of fellow blogger, ReallyRee

Christmas Gift Ideas from Elemis

We're spoilt for choice with gift sets galore from beauty and skincare brands this Christmas and the festive offerings from Elemis are no exception.

Elemis have some gorgeous sets on offer available, offering great value for money. Whether you're looking to treat your Mum, Dad, brother, best friend, boyfriend, partner or sister - there's a set for everyone.

Elemis Energising Treasure Gift Set

Haulage - The Body Shop Scented Candles

Move over ASOS, with your faux promises of discount codes (go and have a look at the uproar on their Facebook page, after they withdraw a 20% off discount code, that they spent all morning spamming everyone's inbox with today), everybody knows that The Body Shop wins hands down and has the best online discounts.

Last week I took advantage of 50% off with the purchase of just four items (I bought more but I'll get to those later) online and saw it fit to indulge in my latest obsession - candles.

The Make Up Bag - M&S Autograph

I've been looking for a new make up bag for absolutely ages now. The gold  Micheal Kors GWP, which I've been using for almost a year now is battered and I was holding out for something which looked stylish, yet practical and I've finally found it.

Smashbox Freebies for You AND your BFF! Starts TODAY!

Who wants some free make up from? Yeah, I thought so. Well if you're out and about with your best girlie today, then make sure you book yourselves in for a makeup session at your nearest Smashbox counter in Boots and register both your details to receive your FREE kit*. 

Take the opportunity to try out a new look, perhaps a smoky eye or statement lip, ready for the party season!

Your FREE kit of Smashbox best-selling products will include:

Skin Saviours: The Body Shop Moringa Body Butter and Beautifing Oil

I take my body moisturisng very seriously, enjoy trying new body oils and lotions to slather all over myself, but few make the grade. The Body Shop is one of those brands which continue to deliver great quality body products which I happily repurchase if they tick my favoured criteria and these are the latest products which I'll be adding to my 'Will Repurchase' list.