Christmas

Christmas 2019: 10 Beauty and skincare gifts that will make an impact this Christmas and not break the bank.

This year’s festive offering from Hotel Chocolat has an array of chocolaty treats to indulge in or gift to friends and loved ones.

Whether you’re in a couple or running solo, here are some NSFW Christmas gift ideas to spice up your sex life this Christmas and beyond.A recent survey has uncovered that the festive period is the sexiest time for couples with Christmas eve and New Year’s eve being the friskiest nights. I get it, why brave the cold to go to …

Shopping for men can be difficult as there’s usually not a lot of variety so I’m so thrilled to see creative twists on old favourites this year. Here are some great gift ideas for the men in your life… Superdrug Bristle and Smith Men’s 12 Days Advent Calendar – £12 Men’s Advent Calendars are fairly new so this Bristle & …

What would Christmas be without beauty addicts getting their fix? Every year, we’re spoiled for choice and this year is no different. From beauty advent calendars and luxury gift sets to small stocking fillers from favourite brands, there’s something for everyone regardless of budget. Here are some of my favourites that’ll score huge points with beauty addicts… Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte …

For the past few years, Beauty Advent Calendars have been the ‘IT’ Christmas gift to give and the trend is getting bigger every year. This year is no exception, more brands have invested in the trend and as the countdown to Christmas draws closer, here’s a roundup of the best Beauty Advent Calendars you can thrill friends and family with …

Looking for Christmas food ideas? Then you’re in luck, this delicious Christmas recipe of Apricot mince pies developed by Moyra Fraser for Bonne Maman is just what you need to get in the festive mood.  Ingredients 100g (3 ½ oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature and cubed, plus extra for greasing 200g (7 oz) plain flour, plus extra for dusting …

It snowed over the weekend confirming that winter is really here, as if we didn’t know. Temperatures dropped long before the snow started so most people are hibernating this time of year. In truth, my hibernation started a bit early, around the second week in November which meant less time spent out doors, lounging in cosy PJs, lighting fires and …

I know, I know, my Christmas beauty gift guide is a little late but worry not beauty addicts, it’s finally here! Plus I’ve been giving sneak peeks on Instagram so my followers should have an inkling of what’s coming, but I still have a few surprises up my sleeve. As usual in the world of beauty, there are so many …

Homemade mincemeat is absolutely delicious and this version is very quick and simple to make. The mincemeat and pastry recipe can also be used to make a large tart, which works very well as a Christmas dessert served with ginger ice cream or brandy flavoured crème anglaise. For the pastry: 225g/8oz plain flour 140g/5oz butter, cut into cubes Pinch of …