Cinderella 2015 collection from Morgan Taylor

Posted: 23 March 2015 21:05

Hello girls,

Who doesn't love the story of Cinderella? Last week I was a very lucky lady when Morgan Taylor sent me the full collection of this gorgeous nail varnish.

With the Cinderella 2015 collection from Morgan Taylor anyone can find a winning, beautiful colour to add a magical touch for your spring style. As a nail technician there is nothing I like better than finding a nail varnish that actually creates flawless finish. My favorite colour (no surprise) Watch Your Step, Sister!  Its a hot pink creme and very Barbie like.

Love the formula, Love the colour!

·       Party at the Palace – Iridescent teal

·       My Carriage Awaits – Coral crème

·       Watch Your Step, Sister! – Hot pink crème

·       If the Slipper Fits – Light blue glitter

·       Ella of a Girl – Light pink crème

·       Best Ball Gown Ever -  Iridescent periwinkle

Gintare x

Last Updated: 24 March 2015 09:32

Herbfarmacy Product Review

Posted: 18 March 2015 12:44

Gigi and I were sent some great products from the lovely people at Herbfarmacy for us to try.

Exfoliating Cleanser

Replenish Face Cream

Rose and Echinacea Toner

Wash Off Cleanser

Mallow Beauty Cream

Pure Hydration Serum

Luxury Foot Cream

Working Hand Cream

Nail and Cuticle Oil

As a massage therapist, I often use essential oils in products, and the first thing you experience when opening pretty much any of Herbfarmacy’s products, is the wonderful fragrance that escapes. First we tried the Wash Off Cleansing Mousse, which feels super smooth and a little goes a long way. It easily washes away the day from your skin, leaving it feeling deeply cleansed and ready to be moisturised. The Rose and Echinacea Toner is in a handy spray bottle covered my face easily in just a few sprays. This gently fragranced toner tightened my skin slightly as toners usually do for me. I then smoothed the Pure Hydrations Serum onto my now parched skin, alongside the Mallow Beauty Balm. I have pretty dry skin, which meant that the lightness of the serum disappeared almost immediately. It has left my skin feeling softer and smoother, however, I needed another squirt to make sure it didn’t feel too dry. However, as this product is not really meant for dry skin, that isn’t a massive surprise.

I then massaged my wrinkles (brought on by parenting two bouncy children), with the Mallow Beauty Balm. This took a while to sink in, and stayed on the surface for nearly 10 mins, and has stayed a little greasy. I’ve tried this for a few days now, and can see a difference on the wrinkles I have, so I’m going to forgive the shine!

Gigi went ahead and tried the Exfoliating Cleanser. I have to say, she’s a big fan of it. You know when cleansing exfoliators can make you feel like they’ve taken away all your natural oils in your face, and leave your skin feeling like cardboard! Well, this isn’t like that at all. We loved the ease of it, the cream easily covers your face, meaning a little goes a long way. It left the skin feeling fresh and clean, but not scratchy or dried out. The Marshmallow and Calendula really make your face feel pampered. This ones a real winner, and it’s good for sensitive skin too. Recommended for weekly use, but can be used a little more often if needs be.

Gigi used the Replenish Face Cream after exfoliating, and loved the way it feels. Dry skin no more, and a gentle fragrance leftover for a while is a nice added extra.

We tried the Luxury Foot Cream on as many people as we could pull socks off! It’s massively moisturising formula, quickly revitalises dry skin, and the smell from the spearmint and lavender is heavenly. No cracked heels here, so bring on the summer and showing off our beautifully soft feet for all to see!

Lastly, we tried the Nail and Cuticle Oil and Working Hands Cream. Gigi who is a hand and nail supremo, tried the cuticle oil which did soften the cuticles ready for a gorgeous manicure. They were left malleable and easily pushed back before being painted. Lastly to the Working Hands Cream. This smells divine. Rosemary, Lavender, Peppermint and May Chang essential oils, and although it soaks in easily, it did leave hands a little slippery! This will be the many oils and wax in the cream. I will say that after a little while they felt very, very soft. I think you just have to give yourself a bit of time before you’re totally ready to rock and roll though. Enough time for a coffee and a quick catch up, and you’re away.

Okay, drum roll please… Gigi and I have picked a winner each from the pretty fantastic range from Herbfarmacy. Gigi chose the Exfoliating Cleanser, which she is still raving about right now, and I am a massive fan of the Wash Off Cleansing Mousse.

By Rebecca at Blossom & Jasmine Wellbeing

Herb Pharmacy have a wide range of products for all skin types, so we here at Blossom and Jasmine, recommend you have a try yourself.

Herbfarmacy.co.uk

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@herbfarmacy

Last Updated: 24 March 2015 07:47

Blossom & Jasmine has been confirmed to partner with Kew Gardens

Posted: 16 March 2015 21:37

Last Updated: 16 March 2015 21:37

Blossom & Jasmine has been confirmed to partner with Kew Gardens

Posted: 16 March 2015 20:55

Celebrity-endorsed and critically acclaimed mobile spa and beauty boutique Blossom & Jasmine has been confirmed to partner with Kew Gardens to offer corporate clients all-new Health and Wellbeing packages.

Offering the perfect add-on to corporate away days or conferences, the extensive range of services available from Blossom & Jasmine promises to give guests the chance to pamper themselves and unwind in the stunning surroundings of the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew. From simple treatments for a quick refresh during the day or a full indulgence package to really luxuriate, Blossom & Jasmine guarantees the highest levels of service and the flexibility to suit every client perfectly.

Last Updated: 16 March 2015 20:55

Paris Glamour

Posted: 15 March 2015 20:10

After a month of designer shows presenting their new collections and star-studded front-rows, fashion week has officially come to an end. 

Kicking off in New York, moving onto London, then Milan and finally closing in Paris, there were many memorable moments and these were the ones that got the internet talking.

Dolce & Gabbana’s “Viva la Mamma” show

The Italian duo paid tribute to motherhood, sending pregnant models and mothers clutching children down the catwalk in a celebration of the Italian matriarch, otherwise known as la mamma.

Magic of Karl Lagerfeld

 

Kim Kardashian stunned everyone when she stepped out at Paris Fashion Week with bright blonde locks

 

 

Last Updated: 15 March 2015 20:21

Perfect Groomed Brows

Posted: 12 March 2015 10:03

By Gintare , Make up artist

Creating beautiful arches isn't simply about subtraction—plucking, waxing, or threading—it's also about addition, perfecting them with pencils  or gels, This look season is handsome and groomed , so invest in a good brow gel for suble definiton.

Here are my favorites : 

Ilamasque ,  illamasqua.com

This colour rich brow gel allows you to create perfectly defined brows. In a water-resistant, cream/gel formulation available in a range of wearable, versatile shades to suit multiple skin tones and hair colours.

Nars , narscosmetics.co.uk

A unique precision tapered brush adds shape and definition to every angle while creating a fuller, smoother brow look to perfectly set the symmetry of the face.

Marc Jacobs ,  sephora.com

Marc Jacobs' brow gel has a "soft-hold formula and slender, caterpillar brush" that gives brows a uniquely natural look. 

Last Updated: 15 March 2015 20:09

Are You Dressed For Success?

Posted: 2 March 2015 17:03

One of our best kept secrets is our personal shopping and styling division, here at Blossom & Jasmine.

We style everyone and everything, from magazine cover shoots to celebrity events, but lots of the time we are helping style Britains most successful corporate clients.  Everyone can use a little direction sometimes, and even the most stylish business men and women can get stuck in a style rut.

We bring a fesh approach and utilising your personality, budget and needs, we turn your wardrobe woes into a capsule collection which enables you to focus your time on being a success. 

If you are too busy achieving to wear out your feet at the shops, let us do the hard work for you. Need a batch of new shirts and suits but don't have time to source them? No problem, we will do that for you and deliver them to you ready for wearing. Got a function coming up and literally have nothing to wear? Hey Presto! Our red carpet stylists will conjure up a dress to die for! Or if you are feeling like the office frump and need a makeover, let us guide you towards a new level of confidence.

For all your corporate and personal styling needs, call us on 0845 269 3597 or contact us at www.blossomandjasmine.com to discuss your requirements. Your style is safe in our hands.

Last Updated: 17 March 2015 12:15

#blossommum competition

Posted: 2 March 2015 16:28

As quickly as the last one finished, Mothers Day has come around again. Since she is the most important person in most of our lives, we have decided to treat one lucky mum to a luxury makeover, courtesy of us here at Blossom and Jasmine.

Simply retweet on twitter, or like and share on facebook, using the hashtag #blossommum, and send us a picture of your must-have, can't live without, beauty product. We will select a winner at random on Thursday 12th March and it could be your mum getting the celebrity treatment.

Also, for anyone who isn't lucky enough to win the competition, we are giving 10% off any of our treatments when you buy them for your special lady, just quote MUM when booking on 0845 269 5937 or at www.blossomandjamine.com

Happy Mothers Day everyone! 

Last Updated: 2 March 2015 19:35