Mothering Sunday

Mothering Sunday,

30^th March 2014

“The mother is everything - she is our consolation in sorrow, our hope in misery, and our strength in weakness. She is the source of love, mercy, sympathy, and forgiveness.”

Kahlil Gibran (1883 – 1931)

What is a Mother.....?

It is said that the love of a mother is unconditional and unlimited.... and that is true whether the child is a baby, a toddler or an adult ….or indeed, whether the child is of her own flesh or not.

What better way to recognise and show your appreciation for your Mum than with one of our beautifully hand wrapped gifts …. full of gorgeous smelling, relaxing and therapeutic products to make your Mum feel very special indeed!

“Special Mum” Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set

Rose & Cinnamon Soap (2x80g)
Luxuriously relaxing with the fabulous scent of Roses, this traditional soap is made with essential oil of Rose and Cinnamon.  Used therapeutically for its relaxing and warming qualities, as well as an excellent moisturiser.  Suitable for those who like something traditional but with a slightly modern twist.  Luxuriously scented English soap handmade from a traditional recipe using natural ingredients. Essential oils and herbs are blended with two of the finest palm oils and set with vegetable glycerine.  Suitable for vegans.

GCS-05 "Special Mum Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set - £18.99
The “Special Mum” Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set is the perfect way to show your Mum how much she is appreciated.

Special Mum Bath & Shower Gel (200ml)
A sumptuous skin nurturing bath and shower gel, hand-blended with a premium selection of essential oils. Palmarosa to soothe the mind, Frankincense to condition the skin and Geranium and Ylang Ylang with a reputation for enhancing emotional wellbeing. The blend is finished with Grapefruit and Echinacea to energise and protect.

Relaxation Relief Balm (15g)

Reflecting the stresses and strains of modern life, more and more people are interested in complementary health to redress life balance. Whether to calm the mind, refresh the body or invigorate the spirit, our therapeutic Relief Balms are expertly blended with premium quality essential oils - offering natural remedies for the most common health problems. Blended with pure essential oils of rose, neroli and ylang ylang.

 

"Lavender Love” Mother's Day Gift Collection

 

 This small, but perfectly formed and beautifully boxed “Lavender Love” Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set has a range of lavender scented products to help your Mum to relax and unwind.

Sleep Ease Bath & Shower Gel with Lavender (50ml)
A gentle, skin nurturing bath and shower gel, blended with a premium selection of essential oils.  The blend contains relaxing Lavender from the Latin “Lavare” meaning to cleanse along with Chamomile which has been used for over 2000 years to soothe the mind and body.  Suitable for use by infants, children and adults, but remember to spot test for sensitivity with babies. The product has been inspired by requests from clients for products to prepare little (and not so little) minds for sleep.

Therapeutic Lavender Bath Salts (50g)
Mineral Salts for the bath with Lavender essential oil to soothe and calm both mind and body.

Lavender Balm (15g)
Our Lavender Balm contains pure Lavender essential oil which has been hand-blended with soothing witch hazel into an aloe vera gel, to ease skin irritations and cool the body. Perfect for after too much exposure to the sun, after waxing or shaving or to ease irritation from heat or other rashes. Apply to affected area as required. 
Lavender Essential Oil (5ml)Lavendula Angustifolia - Lavender from the Roman word “Lavare” meaning to cleanse is of great benefit on an emotional and physical level, to balance mood swings. Ideal for use prior to bed or during night time awakenings. It has a restorative, tonic effect and is often used in blends for the joints and muscles, as well as for relieving head tension.

GCS-330 “Lavender Love Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set” - £10.99

Please note: All our gifts are hand-wrapped and decorated to order. Therefore, some slight variations in packaging may occur.

Relaxing Rose” Mother's Day Gift Set

“Relaxing Rose” Mother's Day Gift Set is delicately scented with rose and will be a lingering reminder of how much your Mum is appreciated.

For a Special Mum Luxury Bath Oil (200ml)

A luxurious, natural bath oil hand blended with pure essential oils renowned for their relaxing effects. Bergamot for calming, Orange Sweet to enhance positive feelings, Lavender to promote rest and relaxation and Geranium to soothe. All in a luxurious, natural base of coconut oil to moisturise and care for the skin without making the bath slippy.

Luxury Hand Cream with Rose (50g)

A luxurious hand cream to moisturise the hands and condition the nails. Hand blended with Rose Essential Oil, Shea Butter and Vitamin E renowned for their ability to soothe, nurture and protect.

Relaxation Relief Balm (15g)Blended with pure essential oils of Rose, Neroli and Ylang Ylang

GCS-340 “Relaxing Rose” Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set” - £18.99

Please note: All our gifts are hand-wrapped and decorated to order. Therefore, some slight variations in packaging may occur.

“A Treat for Mum” Mother's Day Gift Set

 

“A Treat for Mum” Mother's Day Gift Set is the perfect way to show your Mum how much she is appreciated.

Serenity Perfume (50ml)

With essential oils of Neroli, Bergamot, Sandalwood, Petitgrain and Clary Sage. This beautiful aromatherapy based perfume is full of essential oils that are renowned for both their relaxing properties and their fabulous scents. The top notes of Bergamot, Neroli and Petitgrain provide a soft floral/citrus scent and are used to "lift" the spirits and soothe "frayed" nerves. Clary Sage contributes a fresh grassy scent and helps to balance the mood and help individuals to "switch off" and cope with stress. Sandalwood (known as the 'oil of divinity/endless life') adds a musky base and as a natural fixative ensures that the scent will 'stay' on your skin. The scent is 'finished' with traces of Rose, Patchouli and Nutmeg.

Luxury Hand Cream with Rose (50g)

A luxurious hand cream to moisturise the hands and condition the nails. Hand blended with Rose Essential Oil, Shea Butter and Vitamin E renowned for their ability to soothe, nurture and protect.

Relaxation Relief Balm (15g)
Blended with pure essential oils of Rose, Neroli and Ylang Ylang

GCS-350 “A Treat for Mum” Relaxing Mother's Day Gift Set” - £29.99

Please note: All our gifts are hand-wrapped and decorated to order. Therefore, some slight variations in packaging may occur.

Thank You, Mother,
For I have been blessed with the greatest gift –
The gift of you as my mother.

   Valentine’s Day

 

After the long, cold and dark winter days…. and with the exciting prospect of Spring around the corner, it is with great anticipation that a young man (or woman’s) fancy turns lightly to thoughts of love…. to paraphrase Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem “Locksley Hall”.

And so it is that the feast of St Valentine’s or Valentine’s Day as it is more commonly known, looms ever closer on the horizon on 14^th February.

This year, instead of the customary box of chocolates (in one fell swoop undoing all the good intentions of the January detox – remember the old adage “a moment on the lips and a lifetime on the hips”!) or the dubious pleasure of the “garage-forecourt” blooms, why not treat the love of your life to one of our thoughtful, therapeutic and beautifully presented gifts, which are designed to enhance the well-being of the recipient.

 The “To Say I Love You” Valentine’s Luxury Gift Collection comprises a 50ml Serenity Perfume, which comes beautifully enveloped in a luxurious velvet bag.  This beautiful aromatherapy based perfume is full of essential oils that are renowned for both their relaxing properties and their fabulous scents.  The top notes of Bergamot, Neroli and Petitgrain provide a soft floral/citrus scent and are used to "lift" the spirits and soothe "frayed" nerves. Clary Sage contributes a fresh grassy scent and helps to balance the mood and help individuals to "switch off" and cope with stress.  As an accompaniment to the perfume, the collection includes “To Say I Love You” Luxury Bath Oil which is a fabulously scented, luxurious, natural bath oil which is hand blended with therapeutic essential oils: Bergamot which calms the mind and lifts the spirits, Petitgrain which is helpful for individuals who may be 'overworked' or under pressure, Lemon to cleanse and purify and Lavender to encourage a deep and reviving night's sleep. The “To Say I Love You” Gift Collection is beautifully hand wrapped and competitively priced at £24.99. 

GCS-310 “To Say I Love You” Valentine's Gift Set £24.99


 

The “Valentine’s Rose” Gift Set will delight even the most discerning of recipient with three romantic “rose” themed indulgences. First up is the 200ml English Rose Hand & Body Lotion which is a luxurious, intensely moisturising Hand and Body Lotion with  Shea Butter and blended with the finest quality Rose Essential Oil intended to stimulate and rehydrate the skin and soothe the mind and body. Rose is particularly beneficial for dry, mature and sensitive skin.  Also included in the collection is the 50g English Rose Luxury Hand Cream which is a rich hand cream perfect for moisturising dry hands and conditioning nails.  It is hand blended with Rose Essential Oil, Shea Butter and Vitamin E which is renowned for its ability to soothe, nurture and protect.  And as a perfect addition, included is not one bar but 2x80g Rose & Cinnamon Soaps which are ideal for someone who relishes the traditional scent of Rose but with a warming scent of Cinnamon to balance it out.  The soaps are made from a traditional recipe, using natural ingredients and are blended with palm oils, herbs and vegetable glycerine which makes it suitable for vegans.

GCS-300 “Valentine Rose” Gift Collection £19.99  As both gift sets are hand wrapped and decorated to order, some slight variations in packaging may occur.   In addition to these two fabulous gift sets, we also have the following items which are perfect for a thoughtful and romantic gift for Valentine’s Day: BO-029     “To Say I Love You” Luxury Bath Oil 200ml                                          £11.99 BO-019       “Someone Special” Aromatherapy Bath Oil 200ml                             £11.99 GE-029       “Someone Special” Bath & Shower Gel 200ml                                    £9.50  GE-020       “English Rose” Bath & Shower Gel 200ml                                           £9.50            99-BO-011 “Ultra Relaxing” Clinical Bath Oil 200ml                                              £11.99 GE-015       “Relax & Unwind” Bath & Shower Gel 200ml                                       £9.50 MP-012       “Relaxation Blend” Massage Oil 200ml                                                £9.99 CR-011       “Luxury Hand Cream with Rose” 50g                                                    £6.99 SPGL-02    “Luxury Double Soap – Rose & Cinnamon” 2x80g                                £5.99 SPN-01       “Double Soaps Nude – Rose & Cinnamon” 2x80g                                £4.99 PF-004       “Divinity” Cologne 50ml                                                                        £19.99 PF-066       “Energy” Cologne 50ml                                                                        £19.99 PF-001       “Serenity” Perfume 50ml                                                                      £19.99 (Gift wrap option +£1.49)

NEWS for 2014

Thank you for your support during the last year.  It has not been an easy one but we have all excited about our offer for 2014.

We have employed a new and experienced cosmetic chemist who has been able to further develop the range using the best possible "Natural Ingredients".

Our best sellers continue to be our ..

 "100% Natural Lavender Body, Pillow and Room Spray 100ml"

 Firming Eye Gel (15g)

 NEW Fig and Blackcurrant Range
NEW Bluebell Range

Have you tried them yet?  Why not??  Visit www.potions.co.uk to select your range for the new year!  Also, look out for our monthly SPECIAL OFFERS which will be pronounced on our facebook and website.

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Fabulous New Year!!

 

New Products - Revitalising Face Gel and Hydrating Face Gel with extract of pure Witch Hazel

As mentioned in our last blog, we have been working hard behind the scenes on lots of beautiful new products and we are now pleased to present our Revitalising Face Gel and Hydrating Face Gel.

Revitalising Face Gel - 50g

Our Revitalising Face Gel is a brand new product, designed by our in-house cosmetic chemist to moisturise and refresh dry, tired skin, without being greasy or clogging the pores.  Witch Hazel has long been renowned for its use as an astringent and combined with our exclusive blend of therapeutic essential oils to combat greasiness, this gel is perfectly suited for use on oily/combination skins. 

With extracts of pure witch hazel, this light and refreshing gel will make you re-think your beauty regime.   Apply after cleansing to the face and neck, to help lock in moisture.  The beautiful and refreshing smell of lime, lemongrass and grapefruit will awaken your senses and invigorate your skin.

This new innovation in skin care is only £8.99 for a 50g gram jar and can be found on our website at www.potions.co.uk, or by clicking on the name above.



Hydrating Face Gel - 50g

Our Hydrating Face Gel is a brand new product, designed by our in-house cosmetic chemist to re-hydrate dry and tired skin, without being greasy or clogging the pores.  Witch Hazel has long been renowned for its use as an astringent and combined with its hydrating properties, this gel will help reduce inflammation and keep your skin feeling clean and fresh.

With extracts of pure witch hazel, this light and refreshing gel will make you re-think your beauty regime.   Apply after cleansing over the face and neck, to help lock in moisture.  The beautiful,  smell of palmarosa, geranium and lavender will soothe and moisturising your skin.

This new innovation in skin care is only £8.99 for a 50g gram jar and can be found on our website at www.potions.co.uk, or by clicking on the name above.

Bluebell and Fig and Blackcurrant Home and Body Range

Since moving from Woodbridge in 2010, we have been working hard behind the scenes to develop new products to complement our existing range, exploring new fragrances and markets.  We are pleased to introduce our range of new products for the home and body in two fresh and contemporary fragrances. In addition to our current essential oil based range, we have now ventured into aromatics, with the two fragrances based on the natural world, in keeping with our wellbeing, inspired by nature ethos.

 

After the huge success of our English Rose and Natural Lavender Room Sprays we decided to extend the range by introducing two new fragrances.  The new products are still following the quintessentially British theme but with a striking new contemporary look, to easily distinguish each fragrance. The range consists of a Body, Room and Linen spray, Reed Diffuser and a Candle, along with an Anti-Bacterial Hand Wash, Shower Gel, 2in1 Conditioning Shampoo and a Body Lotion in either floral Bluebell or the rich aroma of wild Fig and Blackcurrant. 

Pop over to our website www.potions.co.uk to see the full range of Bluebell and Fig and Blackcurrant products available.  Starting from just £6.99, they would make perfect gifts for any occasion.

Valentines Day 2013 -

With just two weeks to go until Valentines Day, it might be time to think about buying a gift for that 'special someone' in your life.  The beauty of Valentines Day is that, whether you're married, in a long term relationship, just starting out, or single, you can let that person know you're thinking about them, either face to face, or anonymously.

For those of you that maybe want to give something other than roses,

Happy New Year to all our customers

If your New Year's resolution is to be fit and healthy, you've come to the right place. We have loads of wonderful products for you, from fatigue busting body scrubs and relaxing shower gels to sleep ease balms and detoxing bath oils.


Our luxury Detox Bath Oil will help soothe away any over indulgence and get you in the right frame of mind for the fresh start ahead.










Alternatively, if you're finding it hard to wake up in the mornings, our Fatigue Relief Shower Gel will revive you with its invigorating citrus scent and uplifting essential oils. 









Finally, watch our for a new range of products that we are currently working on.  We will keep you updated on here and hopefully will have some news for you very soon on when these will be available.