The Event:
The Body Shop Double Whammy Launch of their NEW beauty products from: The Spa of the World range and a sneaky peek at The Oils of the World range.
The Date:
Thursday 20th August 2015.
The Location:
The Body Shop store on Grafton Street, Dublin.
I have long had an affinity with The Body Shop’s offerings from my teenage obsession with Dewberry and White Musk perfumes (who remembers those beauts?), their mint lip balm, lip-liner in Beechwood and creamy Body Butters to my current faves the original Honey Bronzer, their Grapefruit, Coconut and Mojito Range, Chamomile Cleansing Oil and various Body Butters (still a staple).
Hence, having received an invitation to a very special double launch of the latest and greatest additions to The Body Shop’s repertoire, I excitedly accepted said invite, like a kid in a candy beauty store!
The event itself was cleverly laid out to imitate an actual spa experience, with complimentary henna tattooing, head massages and other treatments as well as plenty of samples of the new ranges to sniff, fawn over, indulge ourselves in and subsequently covet.
In keeping with the theme of the launch the event had a world journeys vibe to it with lanterns and oriental pictures adorning the space, accompanied by savoury, spiced popcorn, strawberries and cream and Prosecco to feast upon!
Spa of the World Range:
A different Spa Ritual for your every need – Relaxing, Revitalising & Blissful.
Relaxing Ritual:
In Need of Some “ME” Time?
Calm and restore the senses with a Relaxing Ritual.
This Japanese Camellia Cream smells incredible! One of my “must-haves” from the range.
The Packaging:
The packaging from this latest release – brown container and rose gold labelling is appealing as it is practical, minimal and spa-like, reinforcing the core message of the campaign to:
Turn your Bathroom into a Spathroom! – The Body Shop
Revitalising Ritual:
Feeling Low? Need an energy boost?
Invigorate the senses with this rejuvenating and energising collection. Perfect for that morning “wake me up” shower or any-time you feel you need a lift in spirits!
Blissful Ritual:
When you just have to have the ultimate, luxurious pampering session…Reach for this!
I am currently obsessed with the Polynesian Monoi Radiance Oil (smells phenomenal guys!) which I received in my goodie bag, keep an eye on the blog for a review very soon!
Another gem of this range is the Hawaiian Kukui Body Cream:
I was thrilled to be gifted with this delight and will report back soon on performance and expectations!
And the Sneak Peek?
The Oils of Life Range: – A new skincare range with a combination of 3 Precious Seed Oils – Black Cumin Seed Oil from Egypt, Camellia Seed Oil from China and Rose-hip Seed Oil from Chile fused together to create a stunningly crafted collection.
The oil fusion in this range is über reminiscent of every spa experience I’ve had, you know the drill, the heady mix of oils specifically picked to allow the user to become re-invigorated or unwind. This range is your spa experience – bottled!
Truly a welcome addition to The Body Shop – an at home spa experience in every bottle and brought to you by a high street beauty store! Mind. Blown.
*Available in mid September!
New Blushers: Watermelon Sorbet? Yes please!
The Mingling:
The After Party:
From a relaxed spa experience to an impromptu dinner and drinks with my blogger buds, the evening had taken on the ultimate girls night vibe to it! Perfect ending to a busy day…
I hope you enjoyed this informative Beauty Chat style of post everyone!
Have you tried anything NEW from The Body Shop? And if you pick up anything from the new ranges, do let me know!
A massive thank you goes to The Body Shop and its staff and Revolve PR, for their invitation and generous hospitality and everyone else involved in the event presentation.
Until next time, I’ll love ya & leave ya!
Gail. Xx
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