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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Aldi launches new NEOM and White Company candle dupes for up to £55 cheaper – exact date they're hitting stores
ALDI is launching a luxurious selection of home fragrances this week - including versions of NEOM and White Company candles, for a fraction of the price. Life can be incredibly Advertisement 3 Shoppers are racing to Aldi to snap up their latest Specialbuys Credit: Alamy 3 The Aldi candles have been likened to designs by The White Company Credit: Aldi 3 The range also includes reed diffusers Credit: Aldi Many wellness products can have hefty price tags, so for those who want to feel good without breaking the bank, Aldi has the perfect solution. Landing in stores on June 5th, the budget supermarket is launching a selection of "wellbeing inspired" fragrances, with prices starting at as little as £3.99. The collection includes premium candles, reed diffusers and essential oils, "with each scent crafted to help boost well-being". Advertisement The three scents are 'Joyful', a combination of Neroli, Mimosa and Lemon, 'Peace', which features notes of lavender and jasmine, and 'Balance', which features a blend of rose, lime and black pepper. Aldi's Spa Candle is priced at £3.99, and has been compared to NEOM's Happiness Candle, which is priced at £38, making the budget offering £34 cheaper. The supermarket is also selling a pack of three essential oils for £3.39, a fraction of the price of NEOM's Happiness Essential Oil Blend, which is priced at £23. The bargain retailer is also selling a more premium selection of home fragrances, including a Premium Glass Candle for £9.99. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous This invigorating candle has been compared to The White Company Tuscan Grove Large Candle, which is priced at £65, making the Aldi candle £55 cheaper. The premium Aldi candles come in either Bergamot and Vanilla, Lemon & Neroli or Mint & White Tea. A closer look at Aldi's new Hotel Collection candles and diffusers The luxurious candles are part of Aldi's Specialbuys range, and can be found in the middle aisle of stores. Aldi launches new Specialbuys every Thursday and Sunday, and feature everything from beauty dupes to garden bargains. Advertisement However, you'll have to be quick if you want to snap the lavish candles up, since as with all Specialbuys, once they're gone, they're gone. More Aldi Specialbuys And the candles aren't the only bargains landing at the German discounter this week. When's the best time to shop at Aldi? WHEN it comes to shopping at Aldi, the best time to do so depends on what you want to buy. For reduced items - when shops open Red sticker items are rare at Aldi's 830 UK stores, but the supermarket says that none of its food goes to waste so there are some to be found - if you're quick. A spokesman for the supermarket said: "All items are reduced to 50 per cent of the recommend sales price before stores open on their best before or use by dates." That means you have the best chance of finding reduced food items if you go into stores as soon as it opens. Opening times vary by shop but a majority open from 7am or 8am. You can find your nearest store's times by using the supermarket's For Specialbuys - Thursdays and Sundays Specialbuys are Aldi's weekly collection of items that it doesn't normally sell, which can range from pizza ovens to power tools. New stock comes into stores every Thursday and Sunday, so naturally, these are the best days to visit for the best one-off special deals. For an even better chance of bagging the best items, head there for your local store's opening time. Remember: once they're gone, they're gone, so if there's something you really want, visit as early as possible Aldi has revealed Prices start at just £1.99 and go up to £19.99, with several top-shelf items for a fraction of the cost you'd pay at big-name stores. Advertisement That includes Mini Pruning Shears, scanning at Aldi for just £3.99 — a whopping 65 per cent cheaper than Tesco's price. Shoppers can also snap up more luxurious items from the bargain chain, like Solar Marrakesh Crook Lanterns for £12.99 — around £17 less than similar ones at Scotts of Stow. Read more on the Irish Sun Garden lovers after comfy outdoor footwear might find Aldi's Crocs dupe the perfect fit. The discount supermarket's Summer Clogs will be flying off the shelves for a mere £3.99. Advertisement
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Weleda has released a new vegan face cream – here's what we thought
What's the story? Weleda, a Swiss company founded in 1921, has grown to be the world's number one producer of certified natural skincare (one Weleda Skin Food moisturiser sells every three seconds worldwide). Its range is recognised by Natrue, the benchmark for products created without synthetic ingredients, artificial additives, microplastics or mineral oils. Wild Rose & White Tea Smoothing Day Cream £22.95 Shop Why should I buy? This new cream is vegan and contains extract of Sri Lankan white tea (from certified organic small family farms), which has antioxidants that protect skin as effectively as vitamin C. Organic wild rosehip oil sourced from Chile strengthens the skin's barrier, and its damask roses are grown by a women's cooperative in Morocco that uses snowmelt from the Atlas Mountains to water plants. The cardboard packaging is made from a minimum of 80 per cent recycled fibres, while the glass jars are recyclable. Why shouldn't I buy? The ingredients are from Chile, Morocco and Sri Lanka, so need to be transported to Switzerland, where the cream is made. The extra mile Transportation is by road or sea (not air), and Weleda makes just one large container shipment a month to its UK HQ in Derbyshire, rather than numerous smaller deliveries. The brand has also financed a community area to provide a childcare facility for the growers in Morocco, where children are looked after while mothers work. Made in Switzerland. Made from Cold-pressed wild rosehip oil, organic white tea extract, damask rose and organic apricot oil. Journey Road and sea. Our rating ★★★★✩
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
WESTIN WELLNESS WEEKEND : WELLNESS BEFORE THE RUN
Prepare, recover, and recharge with expert-led wellness experiences tailored for runners SINGAPORE, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The second Westin Wellness Weekend, from 25 to 27 April 2025, is dedicated to preparing both mind and body for the ultimate running experience—whether it's a 5KM, 10KM, half marathon, or marathon. This invigorating 3D2N retreat at The Westin Singapore offers a holistic approach to pre-run readiness, featuring expert-led sessions on mental resilience, revitalizing yoga, mobility for better movement, and a mindful silent breakfast, all designed to optimize performance and well-being. From the moment you arrive, immerse yourself in a sensory welcome with our signature White Tea scent, setting the stage for a truly relaxing stay. Check into one of our spacious guest rooms, thoughtfully designed with premium amenities, including the Sleep Well Lavender Balm and our iconic next generation Heavenly® Bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Spend the afternoon leisurely exploring the hotel's comprehensive facilities before making your way to the exclusive Presidential Suite for an engaging welcome dinner where you can meet your wellness hosts for the weekend. This special evening also highlights Curated Culture, a pioneering homegrown brand revolutionizing the health and wellness beverage industry with innovative, science-backed formulations. Next, learn about managing urban stressors with registered psychologist, Felix Lim, PhD, followed by a short relaxing sound bath to let your mind unwind for better sleep. Rise up early and start your Saturday with an energizing yoga session led by Jacyln Chan, designed to awaken the body and enhance flexibility. Next, join Jacyln in embracing a moment of intentional pause and presence with the Mindful Silent Workshop, where participants are encouraged to disconnect from digital distractions. With over 15 years of experience in commercial, operational, and people leadership roles, Jacyln is the founder of Noetic Movement, a wellness and leadership company dedicated to harnessing the power of intentional pausing. Take a mid-day break with Samuel Lim, owner of Fire City Gym, to improve your range of motion through a series of light mobility exercises with some fun. Fire City Gym is a close-knit fitness community offering a variety of classes suitable for all fitness levels, focusing on strengthening muscles to promote better movement, flexibility, and ease in both daily activities and workouts. Engage your senses at the scent workshop by Lynk Fragrances, a Singapore-based brand committed to using only the finest all-natural ingredients sourced from the United States and Europe. Create your own personalized essential oil blend to accompany you throughout the retreat. Immerse yourself in a deeply restorative sound bath session with Dawn Sim, an experienced yoga practitioner, teacher, and mindfulness coach. Let the soothing vibrations of gongs and singing bowls guide you into a state of profound relaxation and self-awareness, enveloping you in a cocoon of tranquility. For an even more immersive experience, bring along your handmade essential oil, enhancing the sensory journey. Conclude the evening with a gathering over dinner, offering the perfect opportunity to connect with your retreat mates and hosts, reflecting on the transformative experiences shared throughout the retreat. On the final day of the retreat, lace up for an invigorating 5KM scenic run around Marina Bay with our Run Concierge, Eddie Chang, as you take in the breathtaking waterfront views. After the run, accelerate your post-workout recovery and reduce muscle soreness with a cold ice bath at PURE Fitness or enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace until check-out at 2PM. Use this time for self-reflection, indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment, or unwind in the luxurious facilities of our award-winning Heavenly Spa by Westin on Level 35. Relax in the whirlpool, refresh under the experience shower, or immerse yourself in the calming aromatherapy steam bath—the perfect way to conclude your wellness journey. Package includes: 3D2N accommodation in a well-appointed guest room Daily buffet breakfast for two persons Retreat welcome dinner and drinks featuring Curated Culture Managing Urban Stress with Registered Psychologist, Felix Lim, PhD Yoga and fitness classes with Jacyln Chan and Samuel Lim A Silent Workshop: Mindful Meal with Jacyln Chan Scent workshop with LYNK Fragrances Sound bath with Dawn Sim Saturday dinner and drinks Scenic morning run around Marina Bay with Run Concierge Post-recovery ice bath at PURE Fitness, subject to availability, advance registration is required 2PM late checkout For room reservation, visit or email *Activities listed above might be subject to change. For most updated activities, please visit our website here. About The Westin Singapore As Singapore's first integrated hotel located within an office building, The Westin Singapore occupies levels 32 to 46 of Asia Square Tower 2 commercial development in Marina Bay, the heart of Singapore's bustling financial district. The hotel offers 305 guestrooms and suites, four distinct dining venues, an outdoor infinity pool with a stunning view over Singapore's south coast, the Heavenly Spa by Westin™, WestinWORKOUT® fitness studio equipped with state-of-the-art Technogym and TRX fitness equipment and 1,350 square meters of versatile event spaces, all designed with guests' well-being in mind. For more information, please visit About Westin® Hotels & Resorts Westin Hotels & Resorts, hospitality's global leader in well-being for more than a decade, empowers guests to transcend the rigors of travel while on the road through the brand's Six Pillars of well-being: Sleep Well, Eat Well, Move Well, Feel Well, Work Well, and Play Well. At more than 240 hotels and resorts in over 40 countries and territories, guests can benefit from distinct wellness experiences including the brand's iconic and award-winning Heavenly® Bed, signature WestinWORKOUT® offerings such as its 24/7 Fitness Studios, WestinWORKOUT Routes, and its versatile Gear Lending program featuring the latest in recovery and strength training from Hyperice and Bala, delicious and nutritious menu offerings on their Eat Well menu, and more. For more information, please visit and stay connected on X, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Westin is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit About Marriott International Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 9,100 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 142 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program. For more information, please visit our website at and for the latest company news, visit In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Westin Singapore
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
I test appliances for a living — this speedy electric kettle is worth every penny
As a home writer for Yahoo, I'm constantly testing products to see which ones are worth the hype (read: your hard-earned cash). I come across a lot of useful, shiny items in the process, many of which would make a nice permanent addition to my place. Thingamabobs? I'd have plenty ... if only I didn't have such a small kitchen. There is, however, an exclusive group of items that has managed to make its way onto my limited counter-space and stay there. Among them is a gadget that I fell in love with while testing for our story on the best electric kettles. It turns out the Breville The IQ Kettle is just what my kitchen needed. It's smart, it's speedy — and it doubles as an extra (very polished) pitcher in a pinch. In my Breville The IQ Kettle review below, I share more of what makes this electric kettle such a hot commodity and how I'm using it to help streamline my day-to-day. More kitchen upgrades: The best food storage containers | The best iced coffee makers | The best air fryers | The best cookware sets | The best food storage containers Table of contents: Breville The IQ Kettle review My first impression Putting it to the test The final verdict What others are saying The IQ came secured in a white box with feature callouts, along with a base and an instruction manual. The kettle is made mostly of brushed stainless steel, with a round glass panel on the lid and two narrow, vertical glass panels with measurement lines on each side. Its base has the same brushed steel finish and houses the cord, which can be wrapped into a groove underneath so it doesn't wobble on your counter. The base also contains the kettle's controls, including a "Start/Cancel" button, a "Keep Warm" button and presets for different beverages/temperatures including Green Tea (175°F), White Tea (185°F), Oolong (195°F), French Press (200°F) and Boil/Black Tea (212°F). The kettle and base look polished and sleek and fit in well with my brushed steel toaster and other appliances. To evaluate the best electric kettles, I measured room-temperature water and filled each kettle to their max line. Then I heated them up, according to the instructions and various settings. The IQ held 7 cups of water, as promised, and delivered temperatures consistent with each of its varying heat settings, as confirmed by a thermometer. It did this all quickly: In Boil/Black Tea mode, the IQ was able to punch its maximum temperature of 212°F in about four-and-a-half minutes. Once the water reached the peak temperature, the kettle's warming function kicked in automatically and kept temps steady for another 20 minutes. Despite the warmer shutting off after that period, boiled water still hovered in the 160°F range about an hour later, speaking to the kettle's impressive insulation. The IQ kettle proved incredibly easy to use during testing and has been a cinch since. While the kettle gets hot, the ergonomic handle stays cool. It's comfortable to hold and boasts a rubber coating for a non-slip grip. I like how the five tea/coffee presets allow you to select a drink type and temperature without having to put much thought into things, especially helpful for groggy mornings — plus they light up, particularly helpful in low lighting. As an avid coffee drinker, I also appreciate that there's a French Press setting: I just heat up the water and pour it over grinds in my Bodum French Press Coffee Maker, and I have a full pitcher of coffee in under five minutes. Because the body of The IQ is cordless, when it's not on the base it looks and functions just like a regular pitcher. When I'm not tapping it for coffee, I use it to boil water with tea bags, let it cool, then put the pitcher right on my table or in the fridge. I've also relied on The IQ to boil water for noodles, which takes significantly less time than it does on my stovetop. As an added bonus, this shining star of an appliance has a "soft top lid" that gently releases steam, so I don't worry about any splashing. It also features an automatic shutoff function and boil-dry protection, meaning that, unlike with a stovetop, I don't need to worry about leaving the heat on and/or boiling the kettle without enough water in it. What others are saying It's not just me! Breville's The IQ Kettle has racked up more than 1,500 perfect ratings from Amazon customers who hail its performance and versatility: "Great kettle!" exclaimed one five-star fan. "Love this electric kettle and use it every day. I like that there are different settings for temperature for tea and coffee. Beeping is minimal and useful." "Very nice looking and heats water perfectly!" gushed another. "This unit is perfect for us as it's easy to handle, looks great and does its job as intended! We looked at other top-rated units, but some had the control in the handle which made it larger to grasp. This unit has a manageable handle and is lighter as the controls are in the base." "Intuitive, beautifully designed and fast," wrote a third. "Got this recently after my old kettle broke. For the price, this is a great kettle. It looks brilliant, but it's got wide functionality and works very quickly." If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
