Inspired by nature
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Inspired by Nature
Now the warmer weather is creeping ever closer, the beauty spotlight is shone firmly on the most gorgeous, most delicious beauty buys to splash out on for spring. Here at handbag we\'ve come over all natural for the new season, and are looking forward to filling our beauty bags with the best skincare treats and make-up items inspired by nature.
If you fancy doing au natural too, read on for a round up of our top fruity and floral inspired goodies to gorge on...
Lovely bubbly
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Origins Shedonism
If you\'re a fan of bubble baths, you can\'t afford to miss Origins latest skincare lovely for your tub. This lavish bath syrup from the new Shedonism range, inspired by the tropical Tiaré flower, will transform your boring old bath into a beautiful bubbling lagoon of scent-sational loveliness. Formulated with coconut oil and sweet almond oil, lemongrass, jasmine and the Tiaré flower itself this syrup proves a real treat for your skin as well as your senses, so why not try adding to your sponge for a silky-smooth, deliciously scented bod as well?
£20
Stockists: 0800 731 4039 and
www.origins.co.uk
Get fresh and fruity
body scrub,Bliss
Bliss Lemon Scrub
If your skin could use a little polish in preparation for some serious spring time exposure, invest in this gorgeous fresh and fruity body scrub by hotshot spa Bliss. Deliciously scented in lemon and sage, massage vigorously all over before hopping in a shower. Frequent use will soften skin and invigorate circulation to leave your bod toned, silky-smooth, begging to be shown off and smelling gorgeous. Total bliss
£20
Stockists: www.blisslondon.co.uk
Sweet as honey
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Jo Malone Nectarine Honey
Perfect for your spring / summer beauty bag, Jo Malone\'s new Nectarine Blossom & Honey collection is about as luxurious as it gets. Blending seriously cool, refreshing notes of clementine, peach and nectarine with yummy-yummy blackcurrent, plum and honey, this blissful range of bath and body treats could make you want to set up permenent residence in your bathroom! Be sure to spoil yourself with the gorgeous body crème (£44), a delicious treat for the skin and the senses
Stockists: 020 7720 0202,
www.jomalone.co.uk
Minty fresh
cleanser,Benefit
Benefit Fantasy Mint Wash
We all know it\'s naughty to sleep with your make-up on, but there are nights when your beauty regime can seem like a chore. The Fantasy Mint Wash from super-cute beauty brand Benefit makes taking your make-up off a real treat. With soothing chamomile, refreshing eucalyptus & peppermint and healing aloe, this refreshingly minty cleanser removes all traces of the most infallible foundation, unclogs your pores and leaves your skin squeaky clean and totally refreshed
£18.50
Stockists: 0901 1130001 or
www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk
Behind the mask
face mask,Laura Mercier
Laura Mercier Clay Mask
Sometimes there\'s nothing better than kicking back and relaxing in a hot tub with a face mask. Laura Mercier\'s Deep Cleansing Clay Mask is a real treat, your face will thank you! It removes unwanted impurities and excess oils, whilst the natural clay content absorbs oils and gently exfoliates the skin. Balm mint, arnica & olive extracts deep cleanse, and the skin balancing emollients & moisturizers will leave your face baby-soft & glowing with health – everything covered in one handy tube!
£24
Stockists: www.lauramercier.com
Clean and fresh
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Garnier Clean & Fresh Toner
Toning is an essential part of your skincare regime, and this season, beauty is all about barefaced chic. Make sure your face is up to scratch with the classic Clean & Fresh Invigorating Toner from the Garnier Skin Naturals range. Formulated with pure fruit waters and grape extract, this is a seriously refreshing delight for your face. It will banish any remaining impurities and dead skin cells, and leave your skin looking and feeling clean and fresh. Smooth on daily for an uber-impressive even skin-tone you can show off come spring
£3.95
Stockists: www.garnierbeautybar.co.uk
Spring glow
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Decleor Cream Hydra Floral
For a gorgeously glowing complexion morning, noon and night, be sure to treat your face to the luxurious new Aroma Duo from Decléor\'s Hydra Floral range. Start with the Aromessence Neroli, a cocktail of essential oils that works to calm, revitalise and brighten the complexion. Then smother your skin in lashings of the lavish Flower Nectar anti-pollution moisturising cream - instant loveliness in a tub! It will relax and soften the skin, seriously quenching it\'s thirst whilst protecting it from the daily grime of everyday life £32.50
Stockists: www.decleor.co.uk
Floral and flirty
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Herbal Essences
If your hair needs a little health boost, look no further than Herbal Essences Replenishing Shampoo and Conditioner. Blended with natural rose hips, Vitamin E, natural thyme and jojoba, these gorgeous products will leave those tresses luxuriously soft and healthy-looking, and make lathering up a real treat
£2.80 each
Available nationwide
Tired tootsies
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Sanctuary Leg Spritzer
It\'s a full time job being feet, and during a hot summer (here\'s hoping) they\'ll need a little light refreshment throughout the day. Be sure to pop The Sancturay\'s blissful Leg and Foot Spritzer in your handbag for an occasional revitalizing spritz. It not only smells divine, but the antibacterial Tea Tree and calming Lavender essential oils will help to cool and relax hot or tired legs and tootsies
£4
Stockists: www.thesanctuary.co.uk
Luscious lips
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Caudalie Grape-Seed Lip Conditioner
If your pout has lost its power following the typical British cold spell, then this is the essential beauty buy for you. Caudalie\'s little lip care lovely will instantly repair any damage caused by the harsh whipping winds and cold mornings of late, replacing sore, chapped lips with a smooth, plump and kissable pout. The grape seed, shea butter formula and a UVA of 5 means your mouth gets all the nourishment and protection it needs, and the subtle vanilla flavour will leave your man with no complaints either!
£6
Stockists: 0207 304 7038 or
www.caudelie.com
Pucker up
lip gloss,Clarins
Clarins Colour Quench
If you love a bit of colour on your lips but can\'t live without lip balm, get the best of both worlds with Clarins\' deliciously juicy Colour Quench Lip Balm tubes. Lively shades that deliver natural results, theses gorgeous little glosses come in 9 fruit-inspired shades with an irresistible cherry fragrance. They not only look great, they\'ll nourish and repair your lips too, ensuring your pout stays beautifully glossy, soft and kissable. The Raspberry and Mandarin shades are perfect for spring evenings
£12.50
Stockists: 0800 036 3558
www.clarins.co.uk
Nails good enough to eat
nail varnish,Lancome
Lancome Juicy Nails
Treat your nails to a spot of fruity beauty with the delicious Juicy Vernis in Fraise (strawberry) from Lancôme. This longwearing, super-shiny Nail Gloss will dress your nails up a treat, and best of all, it\'s deliciously flavoured with the smell of fresh strawberries and candies, and in irresistibly cute packaging that will look lovely atop your dressing table £13
Stockists: www.boots.co.uk/lancome
Get lippy
lipstick,Clinique
Clinique Colour Surge
This gorgeous Colour Surge Butter Shine lipstick from Clinique is the creamiest, richest lip colour you can imagine! The Fresh Watermelon shade is perfect for lips inspired by nature. With the shine of a gloss but the comfort of a lipstick, this lavish lippy will drench your pout in deliciously fruity colour that\'s perfect for spring / summer
£12
Stockists: www.clinique.co.uk
Tender blushes
blusher,Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder Rose Blush
Be inspired by nature when it comes to your make-up too. For a deliciously rosy hue and an enviably romantic glow, look no further than Estee Lauder\'s Tender Blush in Rose Petals. The gorgeously delicate pink will leave you with cheeks that beg to be kissed, and the super-sophisticated packaging means this little lovely will look as good in your make-up bag as it does on your face
£22
Stockists: www.esteelauder.co.uk
Back to nature
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face mask beauty
Feeling inspired? If you fancy taking the next step and going organic, be sure to check out
pure and simple for a great guide to organic skincare and a fully-comprehensive check-list on what common chemical nasties to avoid.
Be sure to check out our
natural beauty gallery for our top 20 100% au natural beauty buys. And why stop at skincare? see the
back to nature hair gallery for starlets who have ditched the dye and gone back to their roots
A kind of magique
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Jaqua Rose Bouquet
Beauty buys don\'t come much cuter than this! Jacqua\'s gorgeously whimsical Fleur Magique collection is feminine skincare at it\'s most prettiest. The lovely Rose Bouquet Hydrating Facial Mist is an absolute must now spring is creeping ever closer. This beautifully fragranced rosewater mist will instantly sooth, soften and refresh your skin whenever needed. And the chic packaging of a frosted glass bottle with gift box and bow makes this item worthy of any fashionista\'s beauty bag
£24
Stockists: Harrods, London (020 7730 1234)
It\'s a miracle
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Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Colour
If you have coloured hair, keep it happy with the fabulous Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Colour. Blended with yummy ripe Australian wild peach extract, this little wonder product will deeply revitalise and freshen your tresses for vibrantly coloured, luscious locks in just three minutes. It\'s also available in a handy little sachet, perfect for your holiday beauty bag
£5.69 (99p for sachet)
Available nationwide
