Radiance Recommends - Beauty Edition

by Olivia Cartwright,

Radiance Recommends - Hero Natural Beauty Products 

Skincare is confusing territory, and I for one have been sold more than my fair share of expensive products that have stripped and damaged my skin in the long term. Then on the flip side there is the massive industry of beautifully package but ineffective natural products that might as well be facial olive oil. Here are our round-up of our hero products, made from natural, ethical brands that not only WORK but have changed my skin for the better. 

 

  1. Esse Probiotic Serum - Having suffered from dermatitis and sensitised skin that was triggered by years of playing with products filled with harsh chemicals, this product single-handedly restored my skin to it’s former glory. Esse is one 3 companies that work with topical live probiotics, repairing your skin's microbiome and strengthening your dermis. It is also quite thick and rich, making it perfect for this time of year when your skin craves a little extra moisture.
  2. Pai Oil Cleanser - I like to use an oil cleanser as my first cleanse and remove all the makeup and dirt. This is not too harsh and removes every scrap of mascara without the need to rub!
  3. Botane Whipped Cleanser - The refreshing cucumber scent and gorgeous milky texture makes this perfect for your second cleanse. The formula leaves your skin feeling really clean whilst not being too ‘stripping’.
  4. Synergie Vitamin B - Skincare is all about the A, B, C’s. A for anti-aging, B to boost strength and C to clear & brighten. I personally think Vitamin B is the unsung hero of the three and is perfect for any skin type. I love this one from Synergie, it’s a ‘clean’ brand from Australia and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
  5. Odacite sculpting tool - You will of seen these Gua sha tools all over and it might seem like a fad but if you can commit to using it regularly you will see great results. It lifts, tightens and reduces puffiness.
  6. Sodashi rejuvenating moisturiser - For some reason, I find moisturisers I like incredibly difficult to find. Enter Sodashi, hailed as being the purest skincare range in the world. This is the perfect consistency, leaves your skin baby soft, makeup goes on flawlessly and keeps dryness at bay.

Black Friday Early Access

by Olivia Cartwright, , link

  

Not to be dramatic but you don’t want to miss this…

Black Friday has come early!

Black Friday is the day we all love to hate… but secretly we all love because who doesn’t love a discount code?

It’s the last Friday of November and this officially marks the start of silly season. Like an internet shopping version of turning on Oxford Street’s Christmas lights. The world goes wild on the 29th November. It couldn’t come at a better time for your pre Christmas cleanse. Enter party season feeling your best and with all the extra energy to help you power through your Christmas shopping. You can order as far in advance as you like if you’re the organised sort!

We are pleased to offer you 15% off everything sitewide with the code BLACK15! And, don’t say we don’t spoil you, we are giving you early extended access from Sunday 24th Nov until 1st December. One day just isn’t long enough.

You are welcome.


Radiance Recommends - Sustainable Swaps

by Olivia Cartwright, , link

 

 

We all know the environment is at crisis point and we are all doing our best to do our bit for the planet. It’s all about small changes that will make the biggest difference. Here is our round-up of little changes that most of us can manage.

Reusable water bottle - With so many bottles on the market there are some really gorgeous ones to suit any aesthetic. We love this one from Smartech. Yes, it’s expensive but does your bottle self clean?? Plus think how much you are saving on bottled water.  

Bags for produce - We never gave much thought to those wafer-thin plastic bags we all use in supermarkets weekly. It doesn’t take much to keep these in your usual shopping bag and empty into containers when you get home. We like these organic, cotton, washable bags from Turtle Bags.

Lunch box - Stylish comes easy with our favorite lunch boxes from Black and Blum. They create products we love to use, are proud to own and are built to last.

Refill your own produce - Join the zero waster shopping revolution! With over 450 locations across the UK Source Bulk Foods is an easy, accessible and gorgeous way to stock up on your organic wholefoods, cooking oils, healthy snacks and sustainable personal and household products. A must visit.

Deodorant - Spray deodorants are not only bad for you but they are bad for the environment too! Unfortunately, many of the eco-friendly options are not so effective in the smell department. Don’t worry though, we have done our research so you don’t have to! Malin + Goetz is our favourite and Space NK has a convenient travel-sized option that lasts for ages.

Coffee Cups - if you are taking your oat milk flat white to go then why not simply bring your own cup? We love this really stylish, lightweight one from Huskee made from recycled coffee grounds. Many cafes give you a discount if you bring your own cup so it's good for your wallet and your planet.

 



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