Sakare Botanox Serum...a Miracle in a Bottle

With all the serums and lotions available out there to combat the unfortunate effects of ageing it's no wonder we often get confused. Is it really going to work like it says it will? Is it really worth that much money? Am I barking up the wrong tree completely and just need to get surgery?

Don't despair! I always like to believe that there are alternatives to surgery no matter what your age and state of skin. Ageing is a natural, beautiful thing, but we do need little helping hand to ensure that it is a graceful process.

I recently discovered Sakare Botanox Serum, and I have decided to dub it 'my little miracle in a bottle'.  I am a huge fan of all the Sakare anti ageing products but I hadn't tried any of the Botanox range. To be honest I thought that it might be a gimmick and not worth the money but oh how I was wrong.

The ground breaking Botanox complex is full of peptides and collagen which penetrate deep into your skin to restore that youthful plumpness. Skin is hydrated and completely rejuvenated by minerals, aloe vera, jojoba seed extracts and bounds of vitamin E. The high concentration of anti-oxidants gives your skin that extra boost it needs to repair itself and defend against those approaching wrinkles.

I have noticed such a difference in my skin after just 2 weeks using this serum. Even my most pronounced wrinkles have evened out significantly and in general my complexion is more youthful. Dark circles are no longer bringing my confidence down as they have been lightened.

This serum is the best I have ever tried and I would go as far to say that it is the best anti ageing treatment out there. Yes you may want to hide the receipt from your husband but trust me that you won't regret investing in this miracle serum! If you are considering surgery then please try this first before you go under the knife...you will be surprised at how happy you will be with the results.

Best Skin Brightening Treatments

With so many anti ageing/anti wrinkle treatments and products out there we can get so caught up on straightening out those pesky lines. Ageing is a natural part of life and doing it gracefully is the best way to go. It has taken me some time to come to terms with my wrinkles but now I am learning to embrace them. Yes I use eye serum every night but I believe that natural methods are the way forward and not plastic surgery. Recently I discovered that in order for our skin to appear more youthful and healthy we need to focus on care in general for our skin and not just on getting rid of a specific line or flaw. With a good skin care regime your skin will have a healthy glow. If you have tried this and feel your skin needs an extra helping hand then there are loads of brightening treatments you can try! They introduce that youthful glow that you had before things started to do downhill, disguising other signs of ageing such as wrinkles and lines. Here are some of my favourites....


                                           Countertime Enlightening Treatment Pads

These are great time savers simply because they are in ready-to-go pad form. Think you don't have time for a skin brightener? Well you do with Countertime. Fruit acid complex gives your skin a shot of anti oxidants, brightening the skin and reducing the appearance of pores and imperfections.

Sakare 24k Gold Serum

This serum is simply amazing. It is saturated with tiny pieces of real gold that give an unrivalled level of skin brightening. Elasticity is brought back to the skin with the high concentration of argan oil,  nyamplung oil and vitamin E. Extremely light and extremely potent. Will also get to work on those tough wrinkles at the same time. Works well on all skin types.

Arcona Gentle Solution

This is one for all the sensitive skin sufferers out there. A nighttime treatment that helps your skin repair itself overnight for optimal results. Great for dry/damaged skin. Repairs the skin by encouraging cell renewal meaning you wake up every day looking like you have had the best sleep of your life. 

Sakare Soothing Shower Oil Review

I'm not a shower girl...I need to feel relaxed and pampered and not in a rush. Bath time is my favourite time of the day and I always make time for it. Bubbles, music, candles, sometimes wine. I know, I'm a cliche, but that's me. My friend Joanna was recently raving to me about how amazing the Sakare Soothing Shower Oil is and that I should try it out a couple of times a week and try to be a bit more environmentally friendly by saving water. Unwillingly. I gave in to the peer pressure and here is what I thought:

The shower oil felt really silky soft when I rubbed it into my skin. Lathering slightly you do feel that it is doing a good job of cleansing as well as moisturising. Although it might not be as relaxing as lying in amidst the bubbles there was something rather luxurious about it.

When I came out of the shower and dried off I realised that my skin had still retained the moisture from the oil and so I didn't need to spend any time rubbing in moisturiser like I usually do.

The oil has a gentle yet beautiful aroma which stayed with me even after I had dried and dressed.

In order to try and inject some more luxury into my shower I made sure the water was extra hot and lit some candles for a relaxing atmosphere. I saved so much time and still felt pampered thanks to the help of Sakare. Not sure I will be converted to a shower girl just yet but a couple of times a week I am now taking the quicker option.

If you swear by a quick shower then you will just love this product. It's a time saver's dream!

The New Intensive High-Speed Skincare Products

This latest trend that I have recently cottoned on to is all about getting long term results in an incredibly short space of time. Those wrinkles that you thought only a facelift could ease are now treatable with serums and creams....and you don't have to wait months or years to see a difference. I put a few to the test and compared the results to what is promised on the bottle. Here are my insights....

1. Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Eye Cream 

Time Frame: Promises results in just 2 weeks

Power Ingredient: Anogeissus...bark of a tree native to South Asia

Verdict: Promises to work actively on 4 different signs of eye-ageing. Plumped my eyes up so the lid skin was less crepe-y but didn't really tackle dark circles. A good base for eye makeup. I saw results after a week but wasn't the full coverage that I expected.

Best For: If eyes are your problem area

2. Sakare Fortifying Facial Serum

Time Frame: Doesn't specify

Power Ingredient: Birch Sap Extract...has medicinal properties and was traditionally used to treat skin conditions

Verdict: This luxury option can be used all over the face and is excellent at smoothing complexion. Strong natural ingredients are key here...they give the skin a natural lift and glow. I smoothed a few drops over my skin before bed and saw results immediately the next morning!

Best For: Uneven skin tone

3. Olay Regenerist Luminous Skin Tone Perfecting Serum

Time Frame: 3 weeks

Power Ingredients: Green tea & aloe vera

Verdict: After around 2 weeks I started to notice that my skin was always well hydrated and had a more youthful appearance. Great for calming and regenerating skin but doesn't really make the cut in reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Best For: Dry Skin

Have you used these products? Let me know what you thought! It's always interesting to see how different products work on different skins.

Top of my Christmas Wish List....Sakare

Just over a week to go people! I love Christmas. I wish this tree was mine but unfortunately it's not:

While I am always organised when it comes to Christmas (all of my presents are wrapped and all ready to go) I know a lot of you out there are last minute panic-ers. Let's face it, the Christmas-Eve-Rush isn't fun and can be the most stressful experience ever. If you do end up in that situation then make sure you shop smart! Impulse last minute buys can leave a deep hole in your pocket till next Christmas.

I have been dropping loads of hints to my boyfriend this year for him to buy me the Indulgence Case from Sakare. We will have to wait and see if they were picked up on!

HINT TO GUYS: don't leave her disappointed....get something she is bound to love. Head down to Sakare on Bond Street. Quality products that will make her feel at her best and completely pampered.

FOOL PROOF: Don't know what she needs/likes/wants? Make sure your choice is fool proof. I recommend the Indulgence Case in Pure Passion (contains body scrub, body butter & nail kit) or the Hydrating Mineral Complex Moisturizer. Every girl needs these things time to time and when she sees the high level of the products she will think that you gave it loads of thought and searched around the market. Winning!

Perfect way to get in your mother in law's good books this year!

WRAPPING TIPS: While Sakare does have really beautiful packaging it's important to make the effort to wrap it! Plain paper is the most sophisticated and adding a ribbon or bow really says "I made effort".

Let this year be a success...even if it's all done last minute.
Merry Christmas everyone!!!

The Luxury Brand That Actually Cares About Your Skin - Sakare

Making sure that your skin is effectively cleansed and exfoliated whilst taking care not to damage it can be tricky. Our skin (especially on our face) is so gentle and sometimes temperamental, although at the same time an amazing entity with such strength and resistance. Constantly renewing, changing, adapting to what we put it through every day. After pollution, free radicals, bacteria, rain, sun, snow, smiling, frowning, tugging & pulling, the daily wear and tear on our skin starts to show. The last thing it needs is for us to rub in harsh skincare products, with the vigour of thinking we are doing something right.

So how do we know what is doing us harm and what isn't? With all the media coverage and beautiful celebrities endorsing all these 'wonder' products how are we supposed to make an informed decision about the care of our skin....something that we are responsible for for the rest of our lives.

This is where Sakare comes in...the luxury brand that actually cares about your skin:

• All of the ingredients are sourced ethically from across the globe and include the finest natural plants, sea algae and minerals. 
• No harsh chemicals or overly perfumed/coloured products. Sakare products work in tandem with your skin's natural facilitations to aid and encourage the body's natural way of working. The results are more than just visible...you can feel them. 
• The products are gentle enough to be used for all skin types and they really achieve what they say they will.

My experience so far has been with the Anti-Wrinkle Cream which I now swear by. Recently I bought the Exfoliating Facial Gel as I wanted something that would work alongside the cream but give my skin a bit of a deeper clean now and then. This exfoliator is perfect as it isn't abrasive, it's actually very moisturising and leaves my skin feeling refreshed and completely cleansed. Gentle enough to use up to 3 times a week, this irritation-free formula is a real 'wonder' product. Perfect for all skin types...even the most sensitive.

Let your skin do it's thing...it knows what to do. Just give it a natural helping hand from Sakare.

Sakare Gift Sets Make Great Christmas Presents

The Christmas season is upon us! Did I really just say that when it's only October? Yes I did because this year I have decided to be extremely organised and avoid any last minute stresses or sporadic impulse buying which will leave me hating myself once January comes around. With only 9 more weeks to go and so much shopping to do there really isn't that much time! I decided to pop down to my favourite shop of late...Sakare (just in case you haven't seen my other posts) and take a look at what they have on offer in the gift stakes.

Nail Kit - Includes a nail file, nail buffer, indulging hand and body lotion, and cuticle oil. Great quality products and everything you need to achieve a home manicure on a professional level. The sales assistant demonstrated the nail buffer on me and it gave a beautiful shine which has lasted and lasted. An ideal gift for young and old alike. Inexpensive but still has the high level of quality and luxury that this brand are known for. I'll be keeping a few of these in stock just in case I forget someone on the gift list.


Radiant Eyes Case - Includes Anti-Wrinkle Eye Serum and Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream. These two work together in perfect alliance to do some serious anti-ageing treatment around the eye area. Be careful who you give this to! You don't want to offend anyone by insinuating that they have badly aged skin. A little bit higher on the price scale and so ideal for people who you are closer to. I will be giving this to my mother as she has trouble with crow's feet wrinkles (where I get them from) and I have already witnessed the wonders that this Anti-Ageing range can do. I will be her favourite child this year :) 

Luxuriating Body Butter Case - Includes a trio of body butters. One of each scent (passion, ocean & patchouli). This is really a great gift for anyone...who doesn't love to pamper themselves after a bath with this luxurious cream? Comes in 3 scents so you don't even need to waste time guessing which one they will like best! I will be giving this gift set to my mother-in-law this year. She will definitely love it and will be so happy that I introduced her to the luxuriousness of this product. 

Rejuvenating Body Scrub Case - Includes a trio of body scrubs. One of each scent (passion, ocean & patchouli) just like the body butter case. Again this set is ideal for everyone. This 3 set will last forever and the recipient will love the rich revitalisation and intense hydration which this product ensures. I will be teaming this with the body butter case for my best friend, Angela.

Pure Passion Indulgence Case - Includes Rejuvenating Body Scrub, Luxuriating Body Butter and Nail Kit. Such a great price for so many items, I will be buying this for my sister...and secretly hoping she will buy it for me too! Also available in Passion and Patchouli fragrances.



Sakare has Christmas covered! If you aren't able to head down to their store on Bond Street then you check out their online store.