Audrey’s Top Six Essentials!

AGELESS GIFT Now is a good time to stock up on beauty essentials, with retailers offering gift sets at great prices for Mother’s Day. L’Oréal Age Perfect £15, Boots includes 3 anti-ageing classics – night cream, cleansing milk, face & neck cream – worth more than double the special price! LOVELY LIPS Pick up a little treat for yourself or Mum with the weekly shop. L’Oréal’s limited print edition lipsticks come in 3 designs (hearts, dots or kisses) at just £5 each. There are 3 shades to choose from: Rose Tendre, Nude or Berry Blush. L’Oréal Coloriche Lipstick £5, Asda exclusive. BLUSHING BEAUTY Any make-up artist will tell you that a pop of colour on your cheeks makes skin look youthful and Skin Illusion Blush £16, Clarins in 3 sheer shades (Luminous Coral is nice) adds a pretty bloom. The clever tub has a mirror and powder puff so it’s easy to apply; smile to find the per fect spot. YOU’RE GORGEOUS! Cowshed Gorgeous Essentials Kit £20, M&S contains 3 pampering skincare treats rich in nourishing natural ingredients (bath & shower gel, body lotion, lip balm) wrapped up in a handy cosmetic pouch you can keep for your holidays. Try dropping a few hints in time for Mother’s Day! SKINCARE HEROES Trilogy Perfect Pick-Me-Up Limited Edition Gift Set £20, Debenhams, contains Trilogy Rose Hand Cream in a lightweight formula to nourish dry hands, and Hydrating Mist Toner for a refreshing spritz of moisturising botanicals to perk up the complexion at any time of day. LIVELY, LOVELY Spring is the per fect time to splash out on a new scent. Avon Viva La Vita Fragrance £15, AVON.UK.COM (or from your local representative) in a generous 50ml bottle won’t disappoint with fresh floral and citrus and a sultry hint of vanilla and sandalwood – light for day and subtle by night.