The Best Pampering Stocking Fillers for Christmas
Give the gift of self love this festive season.
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LUSH
If there's just one limited edition Christmas collection you need to get your hands on each season, it's Lush. While I indulged in the Lush Christmas in July collection earlier this year, it definitely wasn't enough to get my fix. It's the collection I look forward to every single year, so if I were you, I'd grab your favourite Knot Wrap and pop in a few of your favourite products.
Probably the most popular of the limited edition products is the fairy floss scented Snow Fairy Shower Gel, which not only makes your skin super soft after lathering up a storm, but also adds a delicious sweet fragrance to the room (trust me, this is one sweet scent that is mouth-wateringly good!). Then there is also the Santa's Belly Shower Jelly, packed with a red, lathering jelly that is scattered with pretty little festive stars (oh Lush, how creative you are).
If you really want to surprise your loved one though with something a little different, then pick up the Santa's Lip Scrub, a delicious cola scrub that also tastes amazing too (oops!). The product that really surprised me this year was the First Snow Sparkling Dusting Powder, which not only gives skin a stunning luminosity, but also a wonderful citrus scent.
Of course, whenever I go to Lush, I can't walk passed the Bubble Bar stand. I always stock up on them for those nights I want to relax in a beautiful, warm bath. It's the Holly Go Lightly Bubble Bar and Magic Wand Reusable Bubble Bar that have caught my eye this season (seriously cannot wait to use them!). I also got the 5 Gold Rings, each of which create a skin softening affair.
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GLASSHOUSE
Another one of my go to brands that I continuously feature on Lion in the Wild, so it's no surprise to see Glasshouse on my list. While it's their candles that fill my house with a beautiful scent year round (I'm also loving their festive scents!), I absolutely adore the Christmas collection, including the fresh Glasshouse Fragrances Amalfi Coast On The Go Duo, featuring the mini Amalfi Coast Sea Mist Triple Scented Candle and Hand Cream.
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SEPHORA COLLECTION
One of my favourite Sephora Collection products I've ever used are the Sephora Eye Masks, that not only hydrate the delicate area under your eyes, but also make you look ten times more awake (something I definitely need right now!). The Sephora Pomegranate and Marine Algae Eye Masks are seriously great presents for anyone that enjoys a good sheet mask (me, me, me, me!). Oh, and don't forget the Sephora Let It Snow range as well. The super hydrating Sephora Let It Snow Velvety Body Moisturiser is an absolute dream to apply, especially in summer, as it actually has this lovely cooling effect.
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MECCA MAXIMA & MECCA COSMETICA
You already know from my past gift guides (skincare sets and makeup goodies), that I am pretty much obsessed with Mecca for Christmas. They're offering the best of the best when it comes to limited edition gift packs and that is no exception with their pampering sets. For me, it's Soap & Glory that takes the cake with their cheeky branding and effective products. As a hand cream addict (of which I have way too many as it is), the Soap & Glory Winter Wonderhand from Mecca is such a great pack of three Soap & Glory Hand Food Hydrating Hand Cream in the original formula, Sugar Crush and Smoothie Star. And since we should all be making a conscious effort to keep our skin super moisturised this summer, I'm also loving the limited edition Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter pack, which is also available in a travel sized version in the Soap & Glory Three Times Butter trio (you wouldn't believe how delicious they smell).
________MOR
Many a friend has received a luxurious MOR gift pack from me over the years, so naturally I've turned to the beauty brand once again to help me spoil my loved ones. They have an amazing selection of limited edition gifts this Christmas, including the MOR Hypnotic Rays of Love Rose Noir Trio, which not only includes a parfum, but also a floral scented Hand & Body Wash and Silky Hand & Body Milk to complete your nightly pamper routine.
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JOJOBA
If there's one ingredient we could all benefit from, it's rosehip oil (tried and tested). My skin absolutely adores it, and chances are so will almost everyone's, which is why I couldn't help but also include the pretty packaged Jojoba 100% Natural Jojoba + Rosehip Oil. Press a few drops of this on your skin each night and you'll soon see the glowing benefits of such a beautiful rich oil. This is one skincare product that would make an excellent stocking filler!
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KESTER BLACK
A pamper session is not complete without pretty nails, which is why I couldn't help but include Kester Black on this list. Firstly, spoil your loved one with the cheeky Kester Black Soap-Free Hand and Body Wash in Lucky or Pardon, then include a few nail polishes to paint those sparkling clean mitts with. They just launched the Kester Black x Beauty EDU Nail Polish collaboration, which has three ah-mazing shades; Clay, Stone and Terrazzo. They're sure to put a smile on anyones face!
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MARC JACOBS
And, finally, how could I not share with you the ultimate, luxurious stocking filler, the Marc Jacobs Decadence Eau de Parfum. The fragrance of the moment is both sensual and woody, with sultry top notes of Italian plum, iris flower and saffron, a delectable scent, if I don't say so myself. And just when you think it doesn't get better than that, it also comes in the most glamourous bottle I've ever seen, complete with black python, gold hardware and a soft tassel. Oh yes, it's quite spectacular.
Can you guys believe there is just over a week until Christmas Day? I best finish the rest of my shopping, huh? The boys are so hard to buy for...
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