Christmas crackers
As it is October, I don't feel so bad about bringing the Christmas coffrets to your attention now! Sometimes I know it seems earlier every year, but they are such superb value, I don’t want you to miss out. Even if you aren’t giving, these are worth investing in value-wise for yourself.
Glow getter
Whether it be to unleash your inner bronzed bombshell, or to give the gift of a glistening glow, it’s time to stock up on your favourite tanning treats this Christmas! The Master by Bellamianta Luxury Tanning is sure to be the go-to gift for all tan lovers ahead of the festive party season. This luxuriously curated 8 piece collection is exclusive to Boots Ireland both in store and online as one of their coveted local Irish gifts. The Master includes 3 of brand’s latest releases with the Salicylic Foaming Tan Eraser and Primer, the Revitalising Hyaluronic Face Mask, and Baby Kabuki Brush, as well as a first look at the brand new Fragrance Free Face Tanning Water, exclusively available as part of The Master gift set. It’s a Boots exclusive €54.99 for a limited time and worth €130.
Skin aficionado
Irish brand Green Angel is topping the charts. The moisturising gift set of luxury Irish skincare contains a generous 200ml Seaweed Body Cream, a 50 ml Seaweed and Peppermint Foot Cream, a nourishing Seaweed Daily Moisture Face Cream, and a delicate Ylang Ylang Hand Cream. There is a very stylish, very handy cream leather make-up or toiletries bag too, to complete the sought-after Christmas gift set. Priced at €59 for full sized products worth €107, this is one of those must buy sets for your favourite skincare buff. Available in Dunnes and pharmacies.
The Dermalogica Holiday 2022 collection includes 8 kits, priced from €22-€169. Each offering features top-selling hero products and innovations in travel or retail sizes, as well as unique packaging inspired by their skin mapping service. My favourite is The Cleanse and Glow Set (RRP €109 but worth €161, saving €52).
Hair care heroes
Kevin Murphy’s Yours Everlasting is the gift for the colour lover in your life. Gift your coloured strands protection from everyday stressors while locking in shine. RRP €60, saving €37.50 and it includes a free Everlasting.Colour Leave-In 150ml.
K18 15ml Mask Ornament (€25) is a compact version of its much loved 50ml counterpart and is guaranteed to impress on the tree this year. The 4 minute leave-in treatment designed to clinically reverse hair damage. Basically magic in a tube, the patented at-home treatment transforms fried locks back to shiny, smooth strands. Who doesn’t want youthful, healthy hair in minutes?