Payday Treat: Tea & Tonic Bright Awakening Halen Môn Body Scrub review

Treat yourself to a gorgeous luxury body scrub from the esteemed British wellness brand, Tea & Tonic, and enjoy an awakening pampering experience in the comfort of your own home.

If you love your natural wellness brands, you'll no doubt already be firmly acquainted with Tea & Tonic. Based in the famous Surrey Hills in England, Tea & Tonic create their fresh luxury skincare in the grounds of Losely House, a converted barn house situated amongst beautiful walled gardens, wildlife, and nearby streams. It really doesn't get more British than that does it?!

They are a brand who have been on my radar for quite some time and I was delighted to have the opportunity recently to try out one of their award-winning bestsellers; the Bright Awakening Halen Môn Body Scrub.

Housed in a luxurious glass jar, Tea & Tonic's 100% natural and cruelty-free Bright Awakening Halen Môn Body Scrub has many beauty fans, especially after it was chosen by The Independent as one of its best Indy Buys for 2021. Primarily a salt-based scrub featuring the famed Halen Môn Salt (an extremely mineral and antioxidant-rich salt that is pure charcoal-filtered and hand-harvested from the Queen's coastline along Angelsey), this body treatment delivers a spa-like experience like no other. 

The salt is infused with the brand's invigorating Bright Awakening tonic, which contains an abundance of carefully chosen essential oils and wellness extracts. These include Lavender, Gotu Kola, White, Red & Siberian Ginseng, Holy Basil, Red Clover, Sweet Violet, Rosemary, Cypress, Bergamot, Yarrow, Marigold, and Schisandra Berry, to name but a few. In addition, sustainably sourced Beeswax and plant-based oils such as Hemp and Safflower are included for their rich, moisturising benefits for the skin. 

The scent of Tea & Tonic's Bright Awakening Halen Môn Body Scrub is like no other. It's intensely fresh, uplifting, calming, soothing and of course, awakening, and is best enjoyed at the start of the day to really invigorate the senses. A must-try!

I was also treated to a sample set of Tea & Tonic's Wellness Teas and these are highly recommended, so if you're placing an online order, do add them to your basket. My personal favourites are the Golden Milk for a sleepy bedtime drink, Ginger Turmeric for when you're feeling run-down and in need of an energy boost, and White Mint as an everyday tonic to de-stress and support a healthy immune system.

Shop the full range at teaandtonic.co.uk

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Payday Treats: Petits Rituels By The Fire & Orange Gourmande Luxury Candles review

Fed up with this awful weather? Need something to lift your mood? Get your Hygge on and cosy up to these beautiful luxury candles from Petits Rituels. 

Handmade in England using only 100% natural plant-based wax and pure essential oils, Petits Rituels luxury candles are part of their home fragrance range which has been created with therapeutic benefits in mind. I'm a huge fan of aromatherapy so this brand immediately appealed to me when I saw it - naturally, I just had to pick up some of their candles to try out!

Presented in white frosted glass, these paraffin-free, French-inspired candles look incredibly chic in any room and have an excellent scent throw. I've been smitten with two scents in particular; By The Fire and Orange Gourmande.

Petits Rituels By The Fire Candle* (200g, £36, link)

Described by Petits Rituels as the brand's signature Winter candle, By The Fire embodies all of those warm and cosy vibes that you want to come home to after a long day.  This wonderfully festive blend features seasonal favourites such as spicy notes of Cinnamon and Clove, infused with zesty and uplifting hints of Orange and Lemongrass. These key essential oils help to create such a happy and inviting atmosphere and with up to 40 hours of burn time, this large 200g candle is perfect for living rooms.

Petits Rituels Orange Gourmande Travel Candle* (70g, £16, link)

During stressful or difficult times, I find the small ritual of lighting an aromatherapy candle as comforting as making a cup of tea and Petits Rituels' Orange Gourmande fragrance is definitely worth a try when you're feeling a bit blue or anxious. This scent is gloriously happy and uplifting with fresh citrusy notes of Sweet Orange married together with the relaxing and floral notes of Rose Geranium. It's the ideal candle for when you need some 'me time' so it's a good one to keep on standby in bedrooms and bathrooms. 

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Payday Treats: 5 Green Beauty Brands To Try - Kathleen Natural, Bali Balm, Lavera, L'Odaïtès & Natura Siberica

Stuck in a beauty rut or simply bored of your current routine? Treat yourself this payday to some new products from these beautiful green beauty brands!

A Facial Spritz For The Summer Months: Try Kathleen Natural Rebalancing & Soothing Tonifying Mist* (150ml, £23, link)

Suitable for all skin types including sensitive, this alcohol-free Tonifying Mist from British brand Kathleen Natural helps to instantly soothe, hydrate, heal and rebalance your skin in just a few quick spritzes. It's made from 100% natural ingredients (80% of which are certified organic by the Soil Association) and features key plant-based actives such as Aloe Vera, Lemon extract and Chamomile Water. I love using this morning and night after cleansing, and it's also great to store in the fridge for a refreshing and hydrating mist whenever you feel that your skin needs a pick me up.

A Luxury Vegan Lip Balm: Try Bali Balm in Cinnamon & Burnt Orange* (15ml, £20, link)

If you've been looking for a truly luxurious, vegan-friendly lip balm that will saturate the driest, chapped lips with natural moisture, Bali Balm is a must-try. They specialise in 100% natural lip balms that are expertly formulated with a blend of specially selected ingredients which have high levels of antioxidants and boast antibacterial properties. Bali Balm has four different lip balms to choose from and I've had the pleasure of trying their Cinnamon & Burnt Orange balm which combines plant oils with juicy organic caramelised Orange Peel, anti-inflammatory Cinnamon and sweet Muscovado Sugar. The result is an ultra-nourishing and plumping lip balm that smells good enough to eat!

A Soothing Scalp & Hair Conditioner: Try Lavera Basis Sensitiv Moisture & Care Conditioner* (200ml, £6.95, link)

I'm a big fan of Lavera's Basis Sensitiv range and always have a tin of their amazing All Round Cream in my skincare stash. For a change, I decided to check out the Moisture & Care Conditioner in this line which has been formulated especially for sensitive scalps and dry hair. This is a really lovely and gentle conditioner to try if your scalp is feeling dry, itchy, flaky or irritated in any way as it's packed full of soothing and moisturising ingredients such as Organic Almond Milk and Avocado Oil. It's lightweight so won't weigh down fine hair and adds lots of shine and softness to the hair which is a pleasant added bonus.

A High-End Anti-Ageing Skincare Elixir: Try L'Odaïtès Elixir Bonheur Anti-Aging Replenishing Serum* (15ml, £52, link)

Now that I'm in my early 30s, I've been seeking out more targeted anti-ageing skincare products to help preserve my complexion and lessen those first visible signs of ageing. I've been most impressed by the products that I've tried out recently from the French brand L'Odaïtès who are popular amongst green beauty circles and mainstream skincare gurus alike. Their Elixir Bonheur Anti-Ageing Replenishing Serum is a beautiful elixir treatment that utilises the natural anti-ageing properties of Prickly Pear, Rosemary, Neroli and Apricot in a base of essential fatty acids which plumps, hydrates and helps to protect the skin from the elements. Best of all, it has the most sublime citrusy scent that makes it a real pleasure to include in your evening skincare routine.

A Pampering Treat For Dry Hands: Natura Siberica Oblepikha Hand Cream* (75ml, £3.95, link)

For a more affordable but still luxurious treat, try Natura Siberica's Oblepikha Hand Cream. This handbag-sized tube of moisturising goodness is a truly exceptional hand cream that will transform dry hands into baby soft skin in a matter of days. Massage a little into your hands before going to bed and breathe in the divine scent for pure pampering heaven!

Find all of these products online at LoveLula.com

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Payday Treats: Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask & REN Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask

Fancy treating yourself this payday weekend to a new face mask to add to your Autumn skincare routine? Here are my two picks (both cult favourites!) featuring one for charity, and one that's currently on a too good to miss offer.

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