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The Independent
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
M&S's summer beauty bag is back – it costs just £35, but it's worth £210
M&S's sell-out summer beauty bag is back for 2025. Your chance to discover new favourites or revisit classic formulas, the bundle offers a smorgasbord of the best brands in M&S's beauty hall – think This Works, Arkive, Dr Paw Paw and Estée Lauder. The bag includes four full-size products and seven travel minis. There's a mix of cult buys like Color Wow 's dreamcoat spray and new launches like REN 's SPF 50, and to make travelling even easier, all the products are packaged in a pink wash bag. Unlike previous years, the bundle is only available in-store because of an ongoing major cyber attack. Since the incident, the company has reportedly lost around £300 million, having paused online orders and purchases on apps until at least mid-July. Here, we've got all the details you need to know about what's in the 2025 M&S summer beauty bags, plus how to shop in-store and show your support for the high street stalwart. As well as the impressive range of beauty goodies worth £210, you'll also get a beauty bag thrown into the mix. Coming in a summer-hued bright pink and peach, there's no risk of it blending into the background and getting lost in your hand luggage. With a zip closure and roomy design, it's perfect for storing all your essentials while travelling or for providing extra storage in your bathroom cabinet. As for the products inside, there are some impressive formulas. Color Wow's dreamcoat spray (£19.50, is a cult favourite for protecting your hair against heat styling and taming frizz, particularly in humidity. Arkive's good habit hair oil (£15, adds the final flourish to your summer haircare regime, boosting your hair's shine thanks to baobab and jojoba oils (the formula has a lovely fragrance, too). A compact Tangle Teezer brush (£10.50, is also thrown in for brushing your hair on the go. When it comes to skincare, REN's new SPF 50 (£36, hydrates and protects summer skin. The lightweight formula doesn't leave a white cast and is suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Dr Paw Paw's original balm (£7.25, is a handy make-up staple. Offering a two-step bodycare routine, there's Bloom & Blossom's ultra-nourishing moisture body cream (£24, as well as This Works' body smoothing wash (£14.40, You'll find two Estée Lauder products in the beauty bag. The double-wear mascara (£18.15, is full size and claims up to 15 hours of lash definition, while the brand's revitalising supreme moisturiser (£58, is packed with peptides for reducing fine lines.
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
‘Natural glow' fake tan alternative has 40% off and arrives in time for mini heatwave
Not got time to wait for fake tan to develop ahead of this week's mini heatwave? This five star-rated body serum gives limbs an instant bronzed glow and is currently on sale With hot weather set the stay for most of UK – for this week at least – you'll probably be looking at switching your jeans and jumpers for shorts, skirts and T-shirts. And if you're after a speedy way to perk up pasty limbs and don't have time for – or don't like using – a 'proper' fake tan, this is the quick fix you need to try. This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle is a tinted body serum that gives an instant, natural golden glow to the skin without the need to wait for it to develop, wash it off, or use a mitt. It has accumulated hundreds of five star reviews online with shoppers loving how it "doesn't streak" and gives "amazing results". Even better, it's currently on sale, with a 150ml bottle reduced from £45 down to £33.75 on both Amazon and Lookfantastic – and even better still, order from Amazon and you can also tick a box to apply an additional 20% discount, taking it down to £27. Plus, if you're an Amazon Prime member, you can get it delivered the next day for free. " Easy application, no streaks and does give a summer glow even after first application," one Amazon shopper wrote. "It glides beautifully over skin and smells quite pleasant which doesn't linger, left my legs feeling silky smooth. I would highly recommend it goes a long way and washes off your hands quite easily." "I love this for when there is a surprise sunny day," a Lookfantastic fan review reads. " Just adds enough colour to my legs! Goes on really evenly as well." "Absolutely cannot bear the smell (or faff!) or fake tan so I thought I'd try this as an alternative - absolutely love it, gives a lovely natural colour and smells delish!" a third person wrote. "Would 100% recommend!" And after seeing this week's weather forecast, I dug a bottle out of my bathroom cupboard to test it out one sunny afternoon – and it did exactly what I needed it to. The colour it gives isn't as perfectly bronzed as my favourite fake tan mousse – it's instead more sheer – but on the plus side you can apply it with your hands without risking them staining, it's easy to create an even finish (just rub in well), and the colour is instant. On the minor down side, it does take a couple of minutes to dry (don't go immediately squeezing into any skintight white clothing) and, like make-up, may transfer slightly if you get sweaty or wet. However, for better-looking limbs in a flash, I'll be reaching for this on repeat this week. Another similar product is Vita Liberata's Body Blur, now down from £33 to £26.40. It's bee a while since I tried this but, from memory, it's slightly thicker than the This Works one, and more of a matte finish instead of a subtly glistening one. For a long-lasting bronze, however, Isle of Paradise Glow Clear Self Tanning Mousse, £19.95, takes a bit more time and effort but doesn't transfer and lasts for a week. Join our Shopping & Deals WhatsApp for the best bargains and fashion news WHATSAPP: Get the best deals and exclusive discount codes straight to your phone via our WhatsApp group. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. Some of these articles will contain affiliate links where we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from them. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our .
Daily Mail
25-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
The under £20 lavender pillow spray that sells every 79 SECONDS is on sale for 25% off - with Millie Bobby Brown among its fans
An under £20 lavender pillow spray has become an unexpected bedroom game-changer after shoppers hail it a 'sleep miracle'. And Millie Bobby Brown has dubbed it 'my favourite thing ever'. The This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray has become a super popular bedtime essential, with one selling every 79 seconds and with 14,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. Formulated alongside scientific and clinical research, it could be a new bedside favourite. This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray, 75 ml Over 3,000 Amazon shoppers have ordered This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray in the last month alone. Infused with lavender, vetivert and chamomile, customers who have tried this award-winning pillow spray, which sells one every 79 seconds, have reported that they fall asleep within minutes and awake feeling more refreshed than usual. For best results, spray a fine mist over your pillow a few minutes before you plan to go to sleep. £18.75 (save £6.25) Shop The surprisingly affordable natural sleep aid has racked up thousands of five-star reviews from users who swear by the 'relaxing' scent', claiming it 'does exactly what it says it does, and after a long and stressful day, it helps to let you drift off to sleep'. An FMRI tested functional fragrance with lavender, vetivert and camomile, it's been formulated alongside scientific and clinical research which uses the nose-brain connection to aid restless sleepers into a better night's sleep. Giving support and comfort for all kinds of sleepers, the lavender infused Deep Sleep Pillow Spray has also come to the rescue for actress Millie Bobbie Brown, who raved: 'My favourite thing ever, I take it everywhere with me. I seemingly can't go to sleep without a pillow spray.' Those who struggle to drift off or frequently battle with bouts of poor sleep have put the This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray to the test, and with impressive results. In fact, in a study of over 600 participants, an impressive 89 per cent of people said they fell asleep quicker when using the pillow spray, while 97 per cent said they slept better, and 98 per cent said they awoke feeling more refreshed. The bestselling, and award-winning sleep aid has gained rapturous results on Amazon too with over 14,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. And the best news? It's currently on sale for 25 per cent off for a limited time - yours for just £18.75. Infused with lavender, vetivert and chamomile, shoppers who have tried this award-winning pillow spray have reflected on how the spa-like scent soothes the mind and the body, preparing it for sleep. 'I've tried a number of different pillow sprays and nothing quite beats the This works range,' wrote one impressed This Works user. 'A lovely lavender smell that is soothing. I'm usually asleep within minutes of my head hitting the pillow. Little tip is to spray your pillow 5-10 mins before getting into bed as the spray can make your pillow a little wet when first sprayed.' Another agreed, adding: 'This spray is amazing, it smells like a spa treatment with the addition of vetiver. I first tried spraying on my pillow and then on the edge of my duvet but I've found it to be most effective if I spray it on my chest. I usually wear a pyjama top with a high neckline so I'm not sure if it would work as well on skin.' The This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray is now on sale for 25 per cent off until May 2 2025, so you can see what the hype is about for less.
Fox News
15-03-2025
- Health
- Fox News
10 sleep accessories to help melt away stress
Stress-related sleep anxiety is a significant cause of sleepless nights. Stress or anxieties in your daily life directly impact that feeling of worry or fear about falling asleep or staying asleep. This is a significant reason you may have difficulty falling asleep. One way to address this problem is to practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation or yoga before bedtime. You can also use aromatherapy and sound to help calm you and create the perfect environment to doze off in. Here are 10 sleep accessories that can help you sleep better: ThisWorks deep sleep pillow spray blends lavender, Camomile and Vetivert to calm both mind and body, soothing you to sleep. Just spritz it on your pillow before you sleep. A travel-sized spray costs $9.99 at Walmart. Create a vibe in your bedroom through scent. The Homedic serenescent from Amazon uses essential oils to transform your space for a smell that won't fade for up to 30 days. This cool mist diffuser, $18.97 at Walmart, comes in a beautiful green shade and has five light settings to create more ambiance in your room. If you have a hard time settling down after a long day, try using a weighted blanket. This heavy blanket is often filled with beads or pellets to put pressure on the body. The extra weight is intended to help you sleep better, reduce anxiety and relieve stress. The Bearaby is a popular option made of upcycled fabric that will keep you comfortable in all seasons and is machine washable. You can also buy the blanket on Amazon for $199. The Nodpod is a strap-free weighted sleep mask with deep touch pressure to relieve stress and anxiety. It has four pods that target key pressure points beyond the eyes to promote relaxation and improved sleep quality. Sleep headphones are designed to block out sounds and are perfect for falling asleep to music. They can also help mask issues such as tinnitus. The Ozlo sleep buds are compact, wireless earbuds with excellent passive noise isolation, a comfortable side-sleeping design, and up to 9.5 hours of battery life. These sleep headphones, $99 at Walmart, are perfect if you dislike wearing earbuds. The thin headphones are hidden in a soft, comfortable headband that makes listening to audio in bed a dream. The Honeywell Dreamweaver Personal Fan, available at Walgreens, is a sleep fan with relaxing pink noise and an airflow shutter. It has three cooling speeds and a light-dimming feature. It also has an auto-off timer set for up to eight hours. You can also buy this sleep fan on Amazon for $39.99. Sleep lamps use light to help regulate your sleep-wake cycle. The Helight Sleep is a red light therapy device with a 630-nanometer wavelength that helps you fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply. The device is inspired by NASA protocols for helping astronauts sleep in space. The Loftie Lamp, $274.99 at Loftie, features similar red light therapy to help you wind down and can be paired with your phone's alarm to wake you up gradually with a simulated sunrise. Sleeping with socks on can help you regulate your body temperature and improve your circulation, leading to better sleep. Try these Zensah calming sleep socks from Amazon, designed to be worn to bed. The socks are made with ultra-fine merino wool and are designed to provide comfort and help regulate body temperature while you sleep. Unwind in the evening before sleeping with a heated neck wrap. The Ostrichpillow neck wrap offers both heating and cooling therapy when worn around your neck. Warm the clay beads in the microwave or freeze them for instant relief. The Bedsure heating pad, on sale for $32.48 at Amazon, wraps around your neck and shoulder for instant relief. This pad has six heating levels and three-time settings for personalized coziness. For more deals, visit Original price: $189.99 Use a weighted pillow to relieve stress and anxiety. The Quiet Mind The Original Weighted Pillow for Adults is a compact, soft body pillow that can be used on the couch, bed or lap. It is designed to ease stress, calm the mind, and promote better sleep and relaxation. The pillow is available in three sizes. The Hugget pillow from Bearaby, $79 at Bearaby, is gently weighted to deliver therapeutic sensory and stress relief.
Telegraph
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
The A-list secrets that will fix dull, crepey skin
This year's Oscars red carpet will feature the usual parade of sumptuous décolletages and sculpted arms – displayed, more than ever, by actresses well over 40. With Nicole Kidman and Pamela Anderson leading the charge of midlife actresses bearing glorious flesh on the big and small screen, it's obvious, at last, that mature women can give the young ones a run for their money. As ever, it takes some commitment and maintenance. Personally, as a lifelong exercise fan, I was incensed to discover loose skin on my body at age 54: no cardio or weight-bearing training can halt the collagen loss and subsequent thinning skin that comes with age. It will show up as crepey, less-than taut bits all over your body. That's life – but of course, Hollywood has antidotes for it, and so does the beauty industry. Luxuriant flesh, it seems, can be maintained – but how? We asked the skin gurus of the rich and famous. Nourished glow Asked how she maintains her flawless porcelain limbs, Kidman claimed 'oil baths and sunscreen'. Glib as that sounds, it makes sense to Dr Anna Persaud, the chief executive of ThisWorks. 'The heat will help any oils in your bath penetrate the skin and prevent it drying out overnight when trans-epidermal water loss is at its highest,' she says. She regards essential fatty acid oil-rich products with 'gold-standard skincare vitamins A, B3 (niacinamide) C and E' as key for nourished, stretchmark-free skin that glows naturally. Nichola Joss, face and body sculptor to Kate Moss and Gwyneth Paltrow, favours rich oils with lymph-stimulating castor oil for massage that contours and improves tone and texture. 'A quick and simple daily technique will pay dividends,' she says, advising to start at the ankle and work up the leg. 'Don't be afraid to use deeper sweeping and circular movements upwards from the thighs, downwards from the belly button and inwards on the arms.' If it's good enough for Meghan Markle (another one of Joss's fans), it's worth a go. UV ages the skin more than anything else, so sunscreen is key. As a strawberry-blonde Aussie, Kidman will have been slathered in it from before she could walk, and the result is clear in the quality of her skin. Try... ThisWorks Deep Sleep Beauty Oil has fatty acid-rich blackcurrant seed oil, bakuchiol (a retinol alternative) and terpenes for their cell-regenerating properties, and a clinically proven sleep-promoting scent. Dr Organic 100% Pure Castor Oil can be used neat or with added drops of essential oils for a powerful lymph drainage massage. Smooth operator Joanna Czech, a Hollywood aesthetician with Kate Winslet and Cate Blanchett on her books, begins any red carpet or on-set body prep with intensive but non-aggressive micro-exfoliation. Using pastes featuring ultra-fine sapphire or diamond particles, plus a 'water peel spatula' (an ultrasonic tool with a metal spatula that dislodges dead skin and debris) on particularly rough areas, she refines skin and ensures it absorbs subsequent products perfectly. But you can slay chicken skin, brighten dullness and drain away puff all at once, she admits, with regular dry body brushing sessions, starting, like massage, at your feet and making long upward sweeps towards your heart. Try... Sapphire Dust Skin Activator offers deeply smoothing dermabrasion and hydration at the same time, thanks to sapphire dust and glycerin. Dermaflash Dermapore Ultrasonic Pore Extractor is great for working on especially rough patches. Quenched flesh If you've spotted an Oscar-level A-lister slinking down Harley Street this week, don't be surprised: they may have had to pop over for a body booster that's unavailable in the States. 'Profhilo (the popular quenching and smoothing injectable skin booster) has still not been FDA-approved in the US,' says cosmetic physician Dr Sophie Shotter. That hasn't stopped half of La-La land getting it injected into their faces (the radiant glow is the giveaway) by London's premier cosmetic doctors – and now they're getting it in their bodies too. Profhilo Body, which comes in larger units than face Profhilo and is charged from £400 per session nationwide, will visibly and almost instantly smooth and plump crepey, loose skin on the décolletage, arms, knees and even tummy. But doctors admit that for really good results, you need to have it often. Shotter likes to inject a chosen area every six months after the initial two-session protocol, while Dr Preema Vig has clients that get it every three months 'for really significant results'. Collagen control Supermodel Yasmin Le Bon once stated: 'If I don't like an anti-ageing potion on my face, I put it on my butt.' She was well ahead of her time, because today's body lotions teem with face-care staples such as hydroxy acids, ceramides, niacinamide and peptides. Most reliable for results are retinoids (vitamin A derivatives). Expect them to smooth rough texture in less than two weeks. Plumping crepey skin and tackling discolouration (and regulating oil production, which should help get rid of the scourge of the backless dress: bacne) will happen with a good two months' use. Try... Nescens Anti-Skin Slackening Complex is a tightening retinoid, vitamin C and niacinamide serum Joss massages with before red-carpet events. Naturium Retinol Body Lotion has the maximum (in a body product) level of 0.05 per cent retinol plus a host of calming and nourishing agents. See the light For the famous (and civilians) who don't jump at the chance of being lasered or injected, red and near-infrared light therapy is as gentle as it is science-backed for increasing hydration, calming redness and softening wrinkles. Long-term and consistent use (four times a week at least, recommends Czech) is key but, she says, 'I've had celebrities see and feel a difference in their skin before a red carpet event in just a week.' That requires pro-strength sessions (The Light Salon, from £50 for 30 minutes) but there are LED panels that therapists and dermatologists use and that are (semi) accessible, price-wise, to the public as well. The Celluma Pro (£1,995) is a favourite of cosmetic doctors and 'yields tremendous results', says Czech. Flawless canvas Getting a Hollywood celeb to admit to having anything more drastic than a body scrub is like squeezing water from a stone, but Jennifer Aniston, Victoria Beckham and Drew Barrymore have admitted to relying on lasers for tackling skin pigmentation and textural issues. A particular favourite of Jen-An and (who else) Kim Kardashian, is the one-two sucker punch of BBL Heroic pulsed light and Moxi laser to magic years off their embonpoints and other body parts in no time. The first, explains cosmetic physician Dr Maryam Zamani, zaps redness, broken capillaries and pigment patches (they will fade away in the days and weeks after treatment) ultra-fast, leaving skin far more pristinely even-toned. The speed makes it easy to tackle larger areas anywhere on the body, and downtime amounts to mild redness for a day or two. Canny Oscar-nominated celebs like to team this with Moxi laser, which punctures tiny channels just under the skin to kick-start noticeable tightening, plumping and smoothing. The skin surface is unaffected after treatment, but will then peel for up to a week to replace gnarly old cells with plump ones. Three to four treatments, four weeks apart, are needed for optimal results from both treatments, making them a rather perfect combo. Zamani charges from £700 per session for BBL Heroic and £1250 for Moxi.
