Pampering beauty buys
These gorgeous spa-inspired products will have you glowing for less, says Beauty Editor
PIXI VITAMIN WAKEUP MIST, £16/80ML
This delicate mist contains collagen-boosting, brightening and hydrating ingredients. Use it before moisturiser to tone or afterwards to hydrate and leave skin dewy. While it isn’t quite as good as a facial, it does leave skin with a healthy glow. stockists: Beauty Kitchen available from Holland & Barrett 0370 606 6606; Burt’s Bees 0808 234 1423; Janjira 0203 657 6540; My Spa available from Morrisons 0345 611 6111; Pixi 0207 287 7211; Ragdale Hall available from M&S 0333 014 8555; Tesco 0800 505 555
ragdaLe haLL sPa tiMe to revive sMoothing hot saLt scruB, £9.50/350ML
Scrubs are the quickest way to reveal glowing skin as they slough away dead skin cells and dry patches. This scrub heats up as you massage it into your skin for a relaxing spa-like treat that works wonders on tired muscles.
MY SPA BODY BUTTER, £3/200ML
This rich body butter leaves skin super soft and comes in two wonderful fragrances. The Coconut & Frangipani Flower scent has us dreaming of exotic spas in faraway places. The price is pretty great too!
JANJIRA JASMINE & YLANG YLANG THERAPY MASSAGE CANDLE, £32/200G
This candle can be used as a massage oil, too. Simply light the candle to warm the oil, extinguish, cool and pour the oil into your hands. Use as a massage oil, body or facial oil.
Beauty Kitchen Love Me caring & anti-ageing Body oiL, £14.99/100ML
Beauty Kitchen products are fast becoming some of our favourites. All are 100 per cent natural, made in the UK with hardworking ingredients and affordable, too. We like the Love Me Caring & Anti-Ageing Body Oil, which isn’t greasy and leaves skin looking and feeling amazing.
BURT’S BEES THERAPEUTIC BATH CRYSTALS, £11.99/450G
If you suffer from achy muscles, these salts are a must. Skin-softening and beneficial for drawing out impurities, enjoy a long soak and your muscles will thank you.
tesco caLcot Manor cactus BristLe Body Brush, £6
Body brushing has lots of benefits, including improved lymph flow, which is thought to help the body get rid of toxins and boost immunity. Start at the soles of your feet and work up the body.