Ailsa Jane

Joik is a brand I've used many times before (although not for ages!) I bought their advent calendar 2 years ago which was fantastic. This years Advent is still available to buy through the Joik website here . The advent calendar I bought in 2017 contained a soy wax candle in the scent Spiced Cranberry, which is a super christmassy fragrance! I wanted to try out more from the collection so I choose to test Caramel & Cinnamon Coffee * (£13.50), which is a delicious blend of freshly brewed coffee, spicy cinnamon, creamy vanilla and sweet caramel. This candle should last around 30 hours of burn time. Soy wax burns cleaner than paraffin wax candles as well as lasting up to 50% longer. Soy wax is a natural wax from the renewable resource soybeans. Joik uses high quality cosmetics grade fragrance oils which give the candles a true pleasant aroma while burning. I can attest that the fragrance is just like its name. My two favourite things are coffee and caramel so this candle...

Back in August I tested out Esse Skincare Light Body Moisturiser (review HERE ) and I really wanted to try some more of the products from the brand. This month I've been using the Esse Trial Pack for Normal Skin * (£32) which includes a great selection of some of the facial skin care products Esse has to offer. The set comes presented in a white tin with Esse branding on the top, which gives a sleek yet sophisticated look. Contains: 10ml Cream Cleanser - gently and effectively removes oil based impurities and makeup. 10ml Gel Cleanser - a foaming, tingling wash that deep cleans without drying skin. 10ml Cocoa Exfoliator - a delectable exfoliation experience to leave skin moist and smooth. 10ml Clay Mask - Kaolin and Bentonite Clay's draw out impurities and toxins associated with environmental a d dietary pollution. 5ml Rich Moisturiser - a rich, luxurious moisturiser with probiotic extracts to optimise skin microbiome. 5ml Deep Moisturiser - moisturises an...

Silvan Skincare balms are made with the highest quality, organic and sustainably sourced plant-based ingredients. Free from mineral oils, silicones, parabens, SLS/SLES, artificial fragrance and colourings. Silvan skincare Anise Lip Balm * (15ml, £5) is a lovely moisturising lip balm with sweet orange oil and star anise, the perfect combination of sweet and spicy.  The lip balm also contains: Shea butter : Organic butter sourced from a women's cooperative in Ghana. Moisturises the skin and restores elasticity. Candililla Wax : A plant based wax which gives solidity to the balm. Creates a breathable film to protect skin from dehydration. Vitamin E :   100% natural, this GM free vitamin E oil has exceptional antioxidant properties. Castor Oil : Exceptional at softening and soothing dry, damaged skin, keeping the skin supple and leaving a shine. Jojoba oil :Wonderfully rich in omega 9 which helps dry skin restore flexibility and locks in moisture. Apricot oil : A gen...

It's my favourite time of the month when my Love Lula Beauty Box* arrives! There is a great mix of products this month, one of which has come in very handy from day 1! There are 4 full sized products this month, plus a few samples. Let's take a look inside.... First up is the product I have been using every day since my box arrived. Madara Hemp Hemp Lip Conditioning Balm (15ml £10). A hydrating and nourishing lip balm, which helps protect lips from the harsh elements of winter months. My lips have been super dry this month, so this balm has been a lifesaver. I brand I have many products from and would recommend is Ayumi. The Organic Coconut Enriched Hair Oil (150ml £7.99) is a moisturising treatment to nourish, condition and soften hair. To use massage the oil in to scalp for 15-20 mins before applying to the rest of the hair and leave for 45 mins or overnight for an intensive treatment.  Wash out and enjoy soft hair. I was surprised to see a face oil this mo...