Let summer linger a little longer with the Crabtree & Evelyn Lavender & Verbena Collection. I LOVE the super-uplifting fragrance and that one could get totally immersed in fragrance layering from head to toe with Body and Hand Cream to Shampoo & Conditioner.

Says Creabbtree & Evelyn:

Formulated with moisturising shea butter and antioxidant-rich Vitamin E, our Verbena and Lavender de Provence Body Cream delivers deep hydration with a fresh, herbaceous fragrance. Perfect for extra-dry areas, this creamy, concentrated product offers a touch of indulgence with every use.

Contains skin conditioning French lavender and French lemon extract / Soaks in swiftly / Formulated without mineral oil, parabens, phthalates or propylene glycol. Yes!!! 

For the dynamic women who leads, rather than follows, this fruity, floral fragrance oozes style & confidence. I love the simplicity & strength of the bottle and the fragrance is dynamic, sporty and in charge, yet feminine.

About The Fragrance:

Top Notes: Ripe boysenberry and sparkling Italian mandarin are offset by the herbaceous mountain freshness of Himalayan red grass. The scents opening speaks of uplift, adventure and the lure of the fresh experience.

Middle Notes: Jasmine sambac and plush, darkly fruity black plum meet the enigmatic elegance of iris and the spicy, smoky intensity of Indian black tea, the latter adding an unexpected boyish twist. HUGO Woman’s heart is a compelling mix of heady femininity and masculine intrigue.

Base Notes: are a revelation: captive woods in which shimmering sandalwood laced with cedar, is warmed by voluptuously feminine amber. The resulting dry down is riveting: its sillage is exquisitely rich, creamy and potent, with a chic contemporary dryness.

The eye area is probably the no.1 area of complaint with women – and the first to tell signs of ageing. The Clarins Super Restorative Eye Concentrate is packed with powerful plant extracts whereby wrinkles are visibly smoothed, undereye puffiness and dark circles are visibly reduced and eyelids appear “lifted”. I love the silky, creamy, silicone like texture that almost seems to fill in fine-lines. My eye area definately generally feel a little smoother and less puffy. “94% of women are satisfied from the 1st week4″ says Clarins. (R825)

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WIN:

Minimal, sleek & sexy – I love my new Amble & Thorn Black Camilla Tote.

Powering me through the day – enjoy sipping on a good cuppa with a vida e caffe R1000 Voucher.

Such a classic & stylish handbag must – I’m raving about this Jinger Jack Sam Vintage Tan Leather Wallet.

Indulge with Crabtree & Evelyn Rosewater ultra-moisturising hand therapy & on trend, perfect for winter, Pomegranate Nail Colour, keeping hands happy & pampered.

Store your make up in this on trend Zana Products Make-Up Bag/Pouch.

Ray-Ban Folding Wayfarers are my go to sunnies of choice! Effortlessly cool!

Black Key Diamonds Half Eternity Ring is still on my wish list to match my Black Key Diamond Earrings! Because diamonds are a girls best friend right! *Sparkle*

My travel companion of choice – The Samsonite Cosmolite 55cm Spinner Suitcase will have you boarding with ease & style! (Colour of your choice)

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Winner announced on my Birthday, 27th March / Open to S.A. Only / Winner has 30 days to claim prize

GOOD LUCK! Happy month of March! XOX

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Sprits to cool and calm sunburn, combat redness (i.e. after exercise), relieve sensitive or irritated skin and keep it close to keep hydrated on the plane. A travel or beach bag must! Harry (the one year old) & I are loving it in this heat! (R150/150ml – available at Clicks)

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The one day I was so thankful for rain on the Island, was my spa day! Relaxing to the sounds of the rain, forced to be inside – I had the most magical experience, but little did I know, back outside!

After enjoying the steam room & sauna, I relaxed in the chill out area over looking this magnificent pool and view while I waited for my treatment – (so it’s a bonus to arrive early). I loved the different flavoured water available for what ever you mood you were in. (unwind, restore etc) I just closed my eyes and relaxed, it really is a treat just to be quiet.

Walking to my treatment room was like walking through a rain forest (And rain it did) Amongst the lush vegetation running between the hotel, awaits The Garden Spa Pavilion. Enjoy a private or couples massage or an array of other decadent treatments. I so loved the natural sweet fragrance in the air, the breeze on my skin and sound of the pouring rain while I enjoyed my treatment. No pan pipes, no aircon or staff/guests chatting outside your room. Absolute bliss!

Oh, and the massage was also fantastic! My therapist really got stuck into my shoulders where I needed it most. Amazing!

After my spa treatment I was off to the exclusive Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez. now If you’ve not heard of or had a Banstien Pedi – let me tell you it’s like no other pedi you’ve experienced! (So special it’s separate from the spa – an entity on it’s own!) Overlooking the resort and beach – palm trees in abundance – I relaxed (again!) and watch the magic, or should I say transformation, unveil.

I was surprised to have a guy attend to my feet – but when you see all the little, what look like power drills and precision involved, it kind of makes sense in a way Toes and feet are buffed and polished till ones toes are literally sparkling – you can get your toes painted but I think you’d want to leave your feet natural for a while, they’re just so perfect afterwards. (See here for more in-depth detail about Bastien Gonzalez treatments- AND, if you’re not headed for Mauritius anytime soon – you can the Bastien experience in Cape Town!)

Perfection! A serious treat to experience both the Spa & Bastien Gonzalez Studio – dinner awaits in part 3! xx

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1.) Knomad for iPad Mini (With Power Pack) – a fabulous travel organiser that charges your iPad & iPhone on the go!

2.) Moisture Kick Spray(& Leave in) Conditioner by Schwarzkopf - The perfect beach bag essential. Restore moisture to your hair after a dip.

3.) Keep lips & eyes hydrated on the plane with an added anti-aging boost with a creamy tube (always love product in tubes for traveling) of Sorbet Age Effect Lip & Eye Serum. 

4.) Whether you’re taking advantage of the resort gym or catching up on some glossies by the pool – love your ears with Urbanears Headphones.

5.) What’s a holiday without a new bikini. Loving the structured, neoprene trend from Bikini Club.

6.) Keeping my beauty bits safely together in my island-themed, make-up bag from Zana Products.

7.) Highlight a golden tan with Palmers Coco Butter Body Gloss – rich, moisturising and leaves your skin luminous.

8.) Keep bugs at bay with Oh-Lief Natural Olive Insect Balm. The best insect repellent out there if you ask me. I’d happily wear this fragrant balm daily!

9.) Lip balm; a beach bag & holiday have-to-have! Have fun with these juicy, fruit fragranced, Eos Lip Balms. They fit comfortably in the palm of your hand, bursting with delicious fragrances. So much fun & something a little different.

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An ultra Violet (UV) camera is used to to show beach goers how sun screen protects one skin – and what one’s skin looks like below the surface due to sun exposure. It’s amazing to see the difference between young skin, older skin, those that have been sun-safe, and those that haven’t!

I was sent some of these pocket size Nivea sun screens a while a go and I think they’re fantastic. No excuse not to apply when you can pop them in your pocket! So clever!

Here’s to a sun safe holiday! For more on Nivea sun screen products, see here or follow then on Facebook here xx

*This post has been sponsored by Nivea, but concerns my own opinion.

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Thank you for the follow! It’s so appreciated and awesome to be able to do what you love! And that’s THANKS TO YOU, the readers! Wishing everyone a Fa la la la la’ing good festive season! I hope 2015 is even bigger and better for us all! But mostly, healthy & happy xx

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