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Upon visiting some of my favourite beauty boutiques recently, I couldn't help but notice they all had one particular trend in common. It was particularly helpful on this weird sunny, windy, warm yet chilly day that each boutique served some sort of refreshment - I was parched. That's right, it's no longer acceptable to browse makeup/skincare/haircare without quenching your thirst first. At Neal's Yard, I sampled some of their delicious warm detox tea. At Aesop and Khiels', it was old faithful water. Even Liz Earle and L'Occitane were jumping on the herbal tea bandwagon - much to my delight. These brands are savvy enough to realise we will linger longer with a cup of brew in hand (especially if it's tongue-scorchingly hot). And this shamelessness is not even a bad thing. It's actually win win.
PS: watch out for more #nextbigbeautything trends coming soon
Now that the nights are getting colder, the afternoons are getting darker and I have well and truly unpacked all my winter clothes: I am also doing the same for my perfume and makeup.
There is something about blustery wind of this yellow and orange season that also makes me want to wear more 'grown up' makeup and scents.
I am in the mood for more spicy scents, so my flowery, sweet perfumes from summer can have a rest for now. One of my front-runners is Sisley's Eau de Sisley 2, which is a sparkling, clean scent with cardamom, bergamot and basil. Water lily and rose add a feminine edge, but I love the 'leafiness' of this scent at this time of year.
And Neal's Yard debut fragrance is surprisingly elegant. Pure Essence Eau de Parfum No.1 Frankincense smells like a deliciously warm waft of spa. It's a deeper fragrance than Sisley's and heavier in its ingredients: frankincense, patchouli and pink pepper.
Both add a touch of warmth on a cold winter's day.
Sisley Eau de Sisley 2, £97.00
Neal's Yard Pure Essence Eau de Parfum No.1 Frankincense, £35.00
