By Ciara O’ Shea

Some may not like to hear this, but so far I have had far too much fun Christmas shopping this year. So much so I felt compelled to make a list which then spiraled out of control. Here is my first batch of top gifts for under €40 for any gal (or guy!) who enjoys beauty products…

Essence Nail Fashion Stickers and Magnets. How much fun are these? Achieve salon professional nails with none of the fuss or expense. I love experimenting, layer them for different effects. With 14 different designs, the possibilities are endless. €1.99 per pack.

Organic Surge “Spiced Lily” Foaming bath. One of the warmest cleanest and wonderfully festive scents I have come across. Helps de-stress with patchouli and clove bud extract. €6

Soap and Glory “Feel the Kneed” Soap. I love how theraputic this soap massager is.
Its also bulky enough to feel sizable in a stocking. The Mint, Thyme, Chocolate, Vanilla and Musk smell incredible in the shower while the nodules are massaging away any tension.€8

Body Shop, “Mixed Shower Gift”, 5 mini shower gels plucked from their 5 most popular ranges. A great gift for the indecisive one in the family. €12 approx

Dove Pro Age Mini Weekender. For the 50+ women in your life. This luxurious red wash bag is packed with a mini body wash, shampoo, anti perspirant, body butter and a pair of exfoliating gloves. Everything a women needs, at an unbeatable price. €10.99

Tisser and Survival Kit. Everyone needs this gift at Christmas time. 3 natural remedy oils to help De Stress, at those hectic moments, Sleep,when you need to switch off and Energise when you are burnt out. €12.95

Mama Mio, “Get Waisted”. This one is for the compulsive dieter in your life or keep it for yourself if you plan on indulging on all the festive season has to offer. It works wonders to shrink inches off any emerging muffin tops and leaves the skin looking great in the process!. €15

Bumble & Bumble, Live Fully Set. Shampoo, Conditioner and Hairspray minis. I use the spray as a styling agent to get tossled sexy locks. The Shampoo and Conditioner moisturizer without weighing the hair, tame flyaways and seal split ends. They are a god sent to those that crave extra volume and body. This set is ideal for the party season. €17

Philip Kingsley Jet Sets. Body Building Shampoo and Moisture Balancing Condition plus he’s famous Elasticizer treatment in 2 handy sachets will restore any damage done by straightening/curling/drying that we become all too reliant on at this time of year. €22.00

Dr Organic Royal Jelly Perfect Complexion Gift Pack. Perfect for the hippies at heart. This award winning brand is free from all nasty petro chemicals and harsh additives.. Containing a day cream that strengthens, tones and nourishes, night cream that stimulates cell renewal,eye cream to reduce dark circles and puffiness plus a natural cosmetic bag. Great value €30 approx

Clarins Beauty Flash Balm. This limited edition version with its beautiful Swarovski crystal covered lid celebrates its 30 years on the shelf. A great gift for the girl who has everything….or those that take the festivities seriously a need a little extra help looking fresh again the next morning. I have one in the bag for my mother, a cosmetic junkie who has everything and covets anything extravagant and exclusive. €35

Elemental Herbology Bathing infusions. This is perfect for stressed out loved ones. Its also a great unisex gift that can be given to a couple. 5 vials, wood, fire, earth, metal and water – can be used solo to mixed to suit the mood. €30 approx

Illamasqua, Limited Edition Luxury Lashes. Choose from Vintage Gold or Antique Silver Diamante lashes. These decadent supremely extravagant lashes are just what you need to stand out this festive season. €30 approx

Jemma Kidd Glamour Palette. 6 Shadows, 2 lip and cheek and 4 brushes all in this portable purse friendly palette. You have the option of autumnal browns or demure greys, plus instructions to safeguard against any unsightly mistakes! €35 approx

Lipstick Queen Peacock Alley Set. Draw attention to nude lips with these three super wearable non sticky glosses. My favourite is “Saunter”, layer it on and let its warm golden shimmers perform their magic by the mistletoe. €36 approx

Shiffa Gemstone healing candle. I love to give the gift of light! Candles to me are the perfect gift. The are wonderfully indulgent, This one has notes of honey, jasmine and asian woods. It smells clean yet warm and comforting. Perfect to burn in the living room. €36

MAC 5 Smokey Thrillseekers Pigments/Glitters – MAC always do a great range of gifts but my favourite,without fail, every year, is the pigment packs. Be sure to get your hands on this set of 4 intense colours and one incredible glitter. They come housed beautifully in a limited edition tartan tin. There are 3 colourways to choose from – I had to have all 3, 1 for a gift and 2 for me! €33

Stockists:

Dr Organics – www.hollandandbarratt.com
Shiffa Candle – www.shiffa.com
Tisserand Survival – €12.95- www.tisserand.com
Organic Surge Spiced Lily – €6.00 – www.organicsurge.com
Philip Kingsley Jet Sets – €22.00 – www.philipkingsley.com

All available from Space NK
Bumble and Bumble
Jemma Kidd
Lipstick Queen
Elemental Herbology

All available from Boots
Essence
Soap and Glory
Dove

Available from BT2 / Brown Thomas
Illamasqua
Clarins
MAC

Mama Mio – Available in selected pharmacies, spas, Seagreen Monkstown and Arnotts, Dublin. For local stockists call 01 4610645.

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