{"id":448749,"date":"2023-12-14T04:37:08","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T04:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/totalcelnews.com\/?p=448749"},"modified":"2023-12-14T04:37:08","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T04:37:08","slug":"should-you-hang-a-beauty-bauble-on-your-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/totalcelnews.com\/lifestyle\/should-you-hang-a-beauty-bauble-on-your-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Should you hang a beauty bauble on your tree?"},"content":{"rendered":"
While December sees the start of many Christmas traditions, like parties and carol services, it also marks the return of the dreaded Secret Santa.<\/p>\n
Tasked with the difficult job of finding a gift, the other issue is whether it\u2019s even possible to find an appropriate present for less than \u00a315.<\/p>\n
But fear not, a Christmas miracle is upon us in the form of beauty baubles.\u00a0<\/p>\n
These festive, limited edition \u2018decorations\u2019 house everything from eyeshadow and lip balm to bubble bath, and promise to be the perfect Secret Santa offering or stocking-filler. Plus, many come at a pocket-pleasing price, too.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s CLAIRE COLEMAN\u2019s pick of the decorative gifts worth hanging on the tree…<\/p>\n
MINI BUT MIGHTY<\/span><\/p>\n Aromatherapy Associates Mini Moment of Energy Restore, \u00a312, aromatherapyassociates.com<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aromatherapy Associates Mini Moment of Energy Restore, \u00a312, aromatherapyassociates.com<\/p>\n The beauty of the mini bottles of Aromatherapy Associates bath and shower oils is that a little goes a long way. Here, the much-loved Revive oil comes ready for tree-hanging.\u00a0<\/p>\n If the recipient needs relaxing instead, the Mini Moment of Tranquil Sleep with the Deep Relax oil is also available.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> A gorgeous treat, with enough for at least three sessions. 4\/5<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Heathcote & Ivory Love Revival Bauble, \u00a38, hartsofstur.com<\/p>\n REUSABLE GIFT\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Heathcote & Ivory Love Revival Bauble, \u00a38, hartsofstur.com<\/span><\/p>\n This unsung hero of British beauty has nailed it with a beautifully decorated reusable metal bauble with a jazzy 1970s-inspired mandala design. It\u2019s filled with a miniature hand cream and lip balm that will delight grannies and teens alike.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> Winning product with a bauble that would look at home on any Christmas tree. 5\/5<\/span><\/p>\n TWO OF THE BEST<\/span><\/p>\n By Terry Opulent Star Beauty Must-Haves Duo, \u00a331.50, lookfantastic.com\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n By Terry Opulent Star Beauty Must-Haves Duo, \u00a331.50, lookfantastic.com<\/p>\n This luxe bauble is for serious make-up lovers.\u00a0<\/p>\n Although the square shape might be a bit unorthodox, it\u2019s worth branching out for this one that contains the brilliant Hyaluronic Pressed Hydra-Powder (normally \u00a342) and a mini stick eyeshadow in a very wearable shade of bronze.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> Fabulous beauty goodies, but the price means this is better suited for under the tree rather than as a stocking-stuffer. 4\/5<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Mavala Bauble with Nail Polish, \u00a35.20, franklinsonline.com<\/p>\n SALON SHADES\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Mavala Bauble with Nail Polish, \u00a35.20, franklinsonline.com<\/span><\/p>\n Swiss nail care brand Mavala has kept it simple with a clear plastic bauble containing a 5ml bottle of nail polish.\u00a0<\/p>\n Available in four shades, including a festive red and a silvery glitter (as well as a couple of more muted pinks).<\/p>\n VERDICT: <\/span>Classic polish colours means it hard to go wrong with this bauble, but the packaging is a little boring. 3\/5<\/span><\/p>\n PAMPERED LIPS\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n UpCircle Under The Mistletoe Bauble, \u00a39.99, upcirclebeauty.com<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n UpCircle Under The Mistletoe Bauble, \u00a39.99, upcirclebeauty.com<\/p>\n This bauble is ideal for a planet-loving person. UpCircle specialises in revitalising food waste ingredients and turning them into vegan beauty products. This lip balm is made of upcycled hemp seeds, combined with ultra-moisturising shea butter and comes in a glass jar, inside a midnight blue bauble.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> An eco-friendly, useful addition to any handbag. 4\/5<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Molton Brown Merry Berries & Mimosa Festive Bauble, \u00a315, moltonbrown.co.uk<\/p>\n BUBBLY BERRIES<\/span><\/p>\n Molton Brown Merry Berries & Mimosa Festive Bauble, \u00a315, moltonbrown.co.uk<\/span><\/p>\n Shaped like a jewel, this sophisticated bubble bath bauble from Molton Brown is filled with a fruity gel laced with a subtle gold shimmer that comes with a matching gold thread for tree-hanging.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> Pricey for just 75ml, but will impress the label-loving bath fan. 3\/5<\/span><\/p>\n FESTIVE GLOW\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Evolve Beauty Instant Radiance Bauble, \u00a314, evolvebeauty.co.uk<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Evolve Beauty Instant Radiance Bauble, \u00a314, evolvebeauty.co.uk<\/p>\n Who doesn\u2019t need instant radiance at this time of year? And you can get it from this five-minute Radiant Glow Mask that contains clay and cacao to help revitalise and purify, with coconut particles to gently buff skin, all packaged in a cute green card bauble.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sebastian Dark Oil Bauble, \u00a312, josephferraroonline.co.uk\u00a0<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> Suitable for all skin types, and it\u2019s \u00a32 cheaper than the usual travel size. 4\/5<\/span><\/p>\n GLOSSY LOCKS<\/span><\/p>\n Sebastian Dark Oil Bauble, \u00a312, josephferraroonline.co.uk<\/span><\/p>\n Gorgeously-fragranced styling oil from cult haircare brand, Sebastian Professional, will leave Christmas hairdos glossy, volumised and smelling stunning.<\/p>\n VERDICT:<\/span> In a pyramid-shaped bauble, this is a real indulgence. 4\/5<\/span><\/p>\n