Whether it’s the end of a long week, the end of a heavy weekend or even the night or week before your Wedding day, there is nothing like pampering yourself – taking some time out to create some space alone, away from your stresses and leave your thoughts at the door for a while.
I have never been particularly good at relaxing – I struggle to switch off, am a terrible sleeper and have been ever since I can remember – but I do increasingly see why it’s so important to at least try to do so. When your brain is overloaded it becomes difficult to gather perspective, it decreases your coping skills and definitely impacts on your quality of life, so make it’s definitely worth trying to make sure (especially if you are planning a wedding alongside all of life’s usual business!) you give yourself a break at least once a week. Here’s a selection of my favourite beauty products to help relaxation along a little when it doesn’t come naturally!
Clarins Relax Concentrate Bath and Shower
This “concentrated cleansing treatment” is activated by warm water, which in turn releases the scents of basil, chamomile and Petit Grain. Great for those who aren’t fans of bath oils, but love to add something to their bathtime which helps soothe aching muscles. This smells like a warm herbal steam bath – no sweet smells here – and your man will love it after a long hard day too.

Phillip Kingsley Elasticizer
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