Emily C, Author at Stories https://stories.qvcuk.com Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:54:07 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.8 https://stories.qvcuk.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/stories_Q-logo.svg Emily C, Author at Stories https://stories.qvcuk.com 32 32 QVC Beauty Discovered: Skincare brands in the spotlight https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/the-focus-beauty/emily-c/qvc-beauty-discovered-skincare-brands-in-the-spotlight/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/the-focus-beauty/emily-c/qvc-beauty-discovered-skincare-brands-in-the-spotlight/#respond Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:01:36 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=119379 It’s no secret that we love helping you discover brilliant beauty brands to revamp your routine with, which is why we’ve come up with QVC Beauty Discovered! Shining a spotlight on spectacular skincare names each week, we’re showcasing what makes each brand truly special, as well as bringing you our top picks from each range. […]

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It’s no secret that we love helping you discover brilliant beauty brands to revamp your routine with, which is why we’ve come up with QVC Beauty Discovered! Shining a spotlight on spectacular skincare names each week, we’re showcasing what makes each brand truly special, as well as bringing you our top picks from each range. So let’s dive in!

SKINN

Founded in the heart of Los Angeles by licensed esthetician Dimitri James, SKINN is an exciting new addition to QVC’s repertoire, creating formulas that balance science and beauty with professional-grade ingredients. We love its no-nonsense approach to skincare, and how easy it is to take your regimen to the heights of the professionals thanks to how effortless they make application. From lash-loving mascara to innovative serums, its skincare spans a wide range of formulas, and these are just two of our favourites!

Non-Negotiables DermAppeal Microdermabrasion Treatment

First up is our Product of the Month, and it’s taken that title for good reason! SKINN’s expertly-created Microdermabrasion Treatment aims to emulate the remarkable results of a professional microdermabrasion treatment at home, gently working to resurface the look and feel of your complexion and leave it with a radiant finish. It’s easy to use, too: simply apply it to wet skin and gently massage it in circular motions for 1 – 2 minutes, then remove it with warm water. Simple!

Try it for yourself at a fantastic price this month and prepare to get your glow on.

Deep Wrinkle Protocol Facial Treatment Duo

Finding formulas that work for mature skin while also slotting into your existing routine can be a real challenge, but this dynamic duo makes it easy. There’s a serum for your complexion and one specially formulated for your delicate eye area, which both work intensively to help soften and smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles across your skin, all while simplifying your anti-ageing ritual so you’ll stick to it! We love how lightweight these formulas are too, meaning they won’t sit sticky on your skin and sink in for maximum benefits.

 

Nassif MD

You might have heard the name before, because Nassif MD is founded by world-renowned facial plastic and reconstruction surgeon Dr Paul Nassif, who has years of industry expertise to his name. Creating skincare that helps to reveal a youthful, radiant look, they’re even Leaping Bunny-accredited (a big tick in our books!). Here are just two of our favourite formulas.

60 Detox Pads

Loved by lots, these little pads are the perfect way to give your skin a revitalising boost, all in a couple of sweeps! Each pad is soaked in blend of glycolic, salicylic and lactic acids and works to deep cleanse, exfoliate, smooth and soften the look of your skin, promoting a gorgeous glow you’re sure to fall in love with. They’re so easy to use that you’ll be picking one up every day, and the difference they make is truly wow-worthy.

Soft Focus Hydrating Day Cream

When it comes to facing the day, you need a moisturiser that really does it all. This one is a multi-tasking marvel, working to deliver deep hydration to your complexion as well as helping to reduce the appearance of pores, fine lines and wrinkles. It even helps to impart a luminous, radiant finish to the skin, making this a day-to-day moisturiser that’s not so everyday.

 

Elizabeth Grant

Now this brand comes with an incredible story we love! Created by Elizabeth Grant over 70 years ago (she celebrated her 100th birthday this year!), after her skin was damaged during the Second World War, the brand creates incredible skincare solutions harnessing a patented ingredient called Torricelumn, that’s used in every formula they develop. Elizabeth knows a thing or two about beauty, having been a make-up artist at Elstree Studios in London, and now the brand’s formulas aim to give you skin confidence as your complexion matures. Ready to dive in?

Supreme Essence Of Torricelumn

Arguably Elizabeth Grant’s most cherished formula, Supreme Essence of Torricelumn really showcases what the brand is all about. Created to help revitalise your skin from all angles, this special serum works to strengthen its feel as well as helping it to look younger, smoother and radiant. It’s a fantastic choice for targeting the look of fine lines and wrinkles, or if your goal is to go make-up free.

Supreme Cell Vitality Body Cream With Ceramide

It’s not all about the face, either! Elizabeth Grant does so much more than amazing skincare, as demonstrated by this indulgent body cream, which might just beat your other body moisturisers with its rich formula and ultra-hydrating properties. Enriched with a revitalising blend of algae, plant stem cells and of course, Torricelumn, it helps to veil your body in a barrier of moisture from top to toe, so it’s the ultimate pampering present to your parched skin!

 

SBC

SBC is a skincare staple here at QVC, so much so that we don’t know what we’d do without it! But it wasn’t always the powerhouse it is today – did you know it’s a family-run British business that’s been going since 1990? Renowned for its refreshing gel formulations, as well as bath solutions and skincare, the brand’s focus is on fine aromatic blends and natural extracts, aiming to deliver the very best to your skin. These are just two of its offerings we love most, but believe us, it was hard to choose!

Summer Skin Aloe Vera Body Gentle Hydration Duo

For a hit of daily refreshment, turn to this dynamic duo! Getting back to basics with a Body Wash and Body Milk, these formulas are anything but ordinary, infused with aloe vera and cucumber for a soothing experience. Designed to help lock in hydration and restore skin’s moisture while they work, these wonderful formulas are your go-to for that coveted fresh feeling without stripping your skin. Your daily shower routine just got the ultimate upgrade!

6-piece Propolis & Salicylic Acid Top to Toe Kit

Ideal if you’re new to SBC as a brand (or if you’ve fallen in love with it already!), this amazing six-piece collection is dedicated to two hero ingredients in the skincare world: propolis and salicylic acid. From top to toe, you can bathe your skin in their benefits from first wash to finishing touch, thanks to the double dose of Propolis & White Willow Body Wash and Propolis Moisturising Gel, as well as a footcare duo to keep your pedi looking perfect! It’s the ultimate SBC experience in just one collection.

 

Ready to discover even more brilliant beauty at QVC? Explore more from these iconic brands and everything else our beauty department has to offer, right here.

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Deep breaths… it’s time to relax. July 11th is International Essential Oils Day, and what better excuse is there to sit back, unwind and soak in a treat for the senses with our gorgeous essential oil-infused formulas. Whether you only have a few minutes in your morning shower or you’ve got some time in the evenings to really relax, we’ve selected our favourite ways to enjoy essential oils so you can gather a moment of peace in your busy day.

Your essential oils starter set
Synonymous with luxury essential oils, Neom is the brand many flock to for exceptional blends that will help uplift, inspire and revitalise your wellbeing. This duo is perfect for getting started with essential oils, or simply for stocking up on your favourites if you’re already a fan!

Whichever duo you opt for, they’ll enhance your “me time” experience in seconds, as each one boasts a blend of 100% pure essential oils with no synthetic fragrances. Simply pop a few drops in your bath or your diffuser, or why not incorporate them into your massage for the ultimate evening ritual?

 

A scent-sational selection

If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to essential oils, dive into a library of scent with apothecary-inspired brand Anatome’s Discovery Collection. Boasting six different essential oil blends, each created to inspire your senses with a focus on Recovery & Sleep, Energy & Strength and much more. You can apply them to your pulse points throughout the day to give you a little boost during your daily routine, making them easy to slot into your busy schedule and the perfect start to your essential oil journey.

Elevate your everyday

Essentials aren’t just for an occasional treat! You can enjoy them every day with this duo of Australian Bodycare’s Skinwash, infused with tea tree oil and gorgeous fragrances to uplift your daily shower. From Lavender to Tropical scents, there’s something for everyone, and we’re pretty sure that once you’ve got them in your bathroom, the whole family will be reaching for them – and that’s no bad thing, considering you get two big 200ml sizes! Try them for a touch of essential oil magic in the morning, to help you unwind before your busy day.

Your brand new bedtime routine

Essential oils are the perfect way to enhance your night-time ritual, not only because they can help create a serene atmosphere but because over time, you mind can associate a scent with sleep, making it easier to drop off when you want to. Sound good? Look no further than this Sleep Essentials Collection from Neom, featuring Pillow Mist, Hand Balm and a one-wick candle to help enhance your sleep space, enrobing you in soothing scent from your bedding to your hands.

 

Indulge in a little luxury

Beloved British brand Molton Brown may not be the first you think of when it comes to essential oils, but its renowned Bath & Shower Gels are infused with fine essential oils to create complex fragrances that will entice your senses. This trio boasts a spectrum of fresh scents to help awaken you in the morning , from zesty Lemon & Mandarin to vibrant Bushukan, plus this versatile formula can be used to cleanse and scent your skin or under running water as a gorgeous foaming bath. It’s ideal for introducing the power of scent into your routine.

Your haircare heroes

You can take the benefits of essential oils to your haircare routine too! From wash to finish, Australian Bodycare’s Haircare Collection will revitalise the look and feel of your locks, revamping your whole regimen to leave you with hair you’ll hardly recognise as your own. Thanks to their essential oil-infused formulas, this shampoo, conditioner and scalp serum will help to care for your hair without stripping it of moisture – plus their scent is stunning!

Feeling inspired to harness the power of essential oils this International Essential Oils Day? Discover these fabulous formulas and much more here at QVC to enhance your daily ritual.

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Discover beauty joy this June! https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/discover-beauty-joy-this-june/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/discover-beauty-joy-this-june/#respond Fri, 09 Jun 2023 23:01:50 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=119122 This month, discover our spectacular Hello Summer Beauty event, packed full of fresh beauty deals, brand launches and so much more to dive into! And boy, have we got a lot in store for you. There’s no P&P to pay on all beauty Today’s Special Values and Big Deals in June, plus there’s a wow-worthy […]

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This month, discover our spectacular Hello Summer Beauty event, packed full of fresh beauty deals, brand launches and so much more to dive into! And boy, have we got a lot in store for you. There’s no P&P to pay on all beauty Today’s Special Values and Big Deals in June, plus there’s a wow-worthy beauty deal to take advantage of (worth over £175!) when you buy just two beauty items during the month – check that out here.

As well as this, we’ve got some exciting new make-up and skincare launches every week, so you can keep making discoveries throughout the month. In true QVC fashion, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite picks from our Hello Summer Beauty event, which we think encapsulate all the joy the season can bring. From refreshing aromatics to special SPF, we’ve got plenty to put some pep into your step this summer!

Nail your look
It just wouldn’t be a new season without a marvellous mani! Freshen up those fingertips with Orly’s Great Escape Collection, filled with six Nail Lacquer shades that sing of summer. Think juicy reds and oranges, stand-out yellows and blues worthy of an ocean – perfect for grabbing the attention of anyone who passes you by. Perfect for your nail art ventures or for introducing a pop of colour to your summer looks, this Nail Lacquer wardrobe is all you need to give your beauty routine a vibrant twist!

A hair superhero
In an impressive supersize and with no P&P to pay, this haircare miracle is super in more ways than one! Moremo’s Water Treatment Miracle 10 is specially formulated to help revive the look of dry, over-processed or brittle hair, and it’s infused with three types of natural keratin and 17 amino acids.

Working to revitalise the look of your locks by delivering deep hydration, this intensive formula will help to leave your locks with beautiful body and shine. The best part? All you have to do is leave it on for 10 seconds after your usual wash, so it will effortlessly slot into your routine. Now that’s what we call a miracle!

Turn your face to the sun
At the start of summer, it’s good to have SPF to hand – we’re all aware of its unrivalled benefits, not just for maintaining your skin’s beauty, but also for protecting it from harmful rays. But we get it, it doesn’t always feel great on the skin, so invest in a formula that does – Ultrasun’s Anti-Pigmentation Face Fluid SPF 50+. It’s just different from many other sun creams out there – forget the greasiness, the stickiness, the clogged pores… this lightweight fluid glides onto your complexion to help deliver optimum protection from UVA, UVB and Infrared-A rays, as well as blue light; plus it works to deliver plenty of hydration to your skin, so you can use it as a daily moisturiser, too. No wonder it’s loved by so many worldwide, and once you try it, we’re pretty sure you’ll be joining them.

Heavenly scent
Flood your home in the scent of summer with Neom’s Wellbeing POD Luxe! Perfect for spritzing a dose of delightful fragrance into any room or large space, it comes with two supersize essential oil blends so you can switch up your scent as often as you like, making it ideal for creating a summery ambience when your guests come round, or if you just want to sit back and unwind.

It even boasts a clever remote control so you can experience Neom’s beautiful essential oils at the touch of a button.

A marvellous makeover
We don’t need to sing you Estee Lauder’s praises, so we’ll just say that this edit takes the crown when it comes to revamping your whole beauty routine. This seven-piece collection features a cleanser, Face & Neck Creme, skin concentrate, Advanced Night Repair for face and for eye, plus mascara and lipstick, freshening up your whole skincare and make-up ritual for the new season. You’ll hardly want to use anything else this summer!

Your shower shake-up
This summer, get ready to smell like a bed of roses with this triple dose of Molton Brown’s sumptuous Rose Dunes Bath & Shower Gel. Showcasing the versatile bath and shower formula we all know and love, this gorgeous gel boasts a blooming mirage of golden saffron, rich cassis, velvety rose and geranium, and earthy patchouli, mingling together to create your signature scent for the summer. It’ll look stunning next to your bath or shower too, what with its swirling shimmer – just the thing for adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine.

Ready to dive into beauty joy this June? Discover these brilliant beauty buys plus so much more in our event, and don’t forget to check out our mesmerising Tili offer when you buy two or more beauty items this month!

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A beauty offer worth over £175… yours for just £35! https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/the-focus-beauty/emily-c/tili-beauty-offer/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/the-focus-beauty/emily-c/tili-beauty-offer/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 23:01:56 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=119055 Yes, your eyes don’t deceive you! To celebrate June Beauty Month, we’re offering you the opportunity to buy the Celebrate with Tili Bag, featuring products worth over £175, for just £35 (including P&P!) when you buy two beauty items in this June. Not only is it filled with a wow-worthy selection of skincare, haircare and […]

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Yes, your eyes don’t deceive you! To celebrate June Beauty Month, we’re offering you the opportunity to buy the Celebrate with Tili Bag, featuring products worth over £175, for just £35 (including P&P!) when you buy two beauty items in this June. Not only is it filled with a wow-worthy selection of skincare, haircare and more to supercharge your beauty stash this summer, but it also boasts five whole full sizes to enjoy, as well as plenty of deluxe samples, from top brands like Elemis, Neom and Perricone. Make sure you take advantage of this fantastic saving before it runs out… but hurry, we’re expecting it to fly off the shelves!

So what do you get?

The haircare routine
Percy & Reed I Need a Hero! Wonder Shampoo – deluxe sample
Your one-stop wonder for fabulous locks, this expertly-crafted shampoo is the foundation to your haircare routine you won’t want to be without. It’s gentle yet powerful, cleansing your locks while working to improve the look of split ends, condition your lengths, minimise colour fade and deeply hydrate your hair, all without weighing it down. Ideal for hot summer days and beyond.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer – deluxe sample
With a reputation that precedes itself, the iconic, multi-award-winning Elasticizer is the expert step in your haircare routine you’ve been missing. Loved worldwide by hair stylists and celebrities alike, this intensive treatment works to improve the feeling of hair elasticity, delivering a smooth, manageable finish to your locks to keep them in optimum condition. It also helps to prevent further breakage, making it the ideal companion for dry summer days.

Aveda Botanical Repair Overnight Serum – travel size
For locks that feels transformed, look no further than this innovative hair serum. Working to deliver deep conditioning properties to the hair shaft overnight, this sumptuous serum is formulated to help you achieve revitalised hair as you sleep, leaving it looking radiant and gorgeously glossy by morning. The best part? This lightweight and pillow-proof formula even works to prevent damage and friction to your hair while you’re sleeping for 24-hour care!

The skincare ritual
Gatineau Collagene Expert Phyto Radiance Cleanser – deluxe sample
Your regular cleanser is quaking in its boots! Make way for this radiance-boosting cleanser from the experts at Gatineau, boasting a triple-action formula that works to cleanse, tone and micro-exfoliate your complexion, helping to remove all traces of dirt, make-up and impurities for skin like you’ve never felt before. Morning and night, trust Gatineau to take care of your skin… and give you that coveted glow.

Perricone Cold Plasma + Eye – deluxe sample
You might have heard of Perricone’s Cold Plasma + already, praised for its smoothing, firming properties, and this formula is specially created for your delicate eye area. If you struggle with dark circles, puffiness, crow’s feet or skin slackness, this intensive treatment works to tackle these from all angles, delivering advanced care to your skin in seconds. All eyes will be on you!

Rodial Diamond Lifting Mask – full size
Sometimes your skincare routine needs more, which is where this expertly-formulated mask comes in! Inspired by ultra-thin Korean masks, this innovative bio-cellulose sheet mask boasts a cooling, hydrating design infused with serum that will work to brighten and tighten the look of your complexion. Powered by plant-derived peptides, this luxurious mask will help to create soft-focused veil across your complexion, making it a marvellous base for make-up.

Prai Ageless Throat & Decolletage Creme – deluxe sample
Your neck and decollete is an often-neglected area in your skincare regimen. Introducing another icon in the industry: this expertly-crafted formula will work to smooth and soften the look of wrinkles on your neck and chest where they’re often noticeable, as well as finishing your skin with a firmer feel. Lightweight and easy to slot into your skincare routine, this lauded creme will become a year-round favourite formula.

Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel – full size
Ready for radiance? This rinse-off peel is your key to revitalised-looking skin, helping to slough away dull skin cells and transform tired skin into looking soft and refreshed. It’s a bit like a smoothie for your complexion, infused with natural fruit enzymes of papaya and pineapple, plus it’s gentle enough for even sensitive skin. If you’ve yet to incorporate an exfoliator into your skincare routine (or your usual could do with an upgrade!), this perfect peel is an essential.

The finishing touches
Nail Kind Rose Nail Polish – full size
You’ve never experienced nail polish quite like this before! Boasting ingredients from 72% natural origin, including ones derived from cotton, sugar cane and corn, this vegan nail polish will add a brilliant pop of pink to your nails without compromising on a professional-looking finish. It’s a colour that simply won’t go out of style, so you can flaunt those fingertips all season long!

Australian Bodycare Intimate Wash – full size
An intimate wash can be an essential to your daily routine for vaginal comfort, so make sure your wash is specially formulated to offer relief from itching and irritation when you need it. Infused with 100% natural tea tree oil, this special wash from the tea tree experts at Australian Bodycare works to gently cleanse your skin while also helping to counteract odour, ingrown hairs and red bumps caused by shaving. Once you make this formula part of your daily routine, you can feel fresh on even the balmiest of summer days!

Neom Perfect Night’s Sleep Pillow Mist – full size
When sleep eludes you, just give this marvellous mist a spritz! Filled with a dreamy combination of 100% pure essential oils, this expertly-blended spray can be misted over your pillow and bedsheets to help prepare your sleep space for a trip to the Land of Nod. Think English lavender, chamomile, patchouli and 11 other essential oils, mingling together to help put your mind to rest before bed.

Ready to elevate your whole summer beauty routine? You can receive all of this, including a handy tote bag to keep it in, for just £35 when you buy just two beauty items in June. Find out more right here and stock up on your beauty favourites to snap up this deal before it goes!

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Tan-tastic formulas to get your glow on this summer https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/self-tan-for-summer/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/self-tan-for-summer/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 23:01:40 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=119063 It’s that time of year again – the weather’s heating up, the days are getting brighter and we’re all starting to covet that radiant golden glow. Beat the sun to it and smooth on a touch of summer before it really starts to shine with a little help from our fabulous tanning formulas! Each one […]

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It’s that time of year again – the weather’s heating up, the days are getting brighter and we’re all starting to covet that radiant golden glow. Beat the sun to it and smooth on a touch of summer before it really starts to shine with a little help from our fabulous tanning formulas! Each one is easy to apply, specially selected to finish your skin with a streak-free, natural-looking tan. Combining amazing skincare benefits with a gorgeous golden glow, these are the ones you’ll be reaching for all summer long. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to bathe your skin in summer!

A brand new launch
Introducing Jimmy Coco, a new brand here at QVC dedicated to creating luxury self-tan that gives you total control over the tan you want, whether that’s barely sun-kissed or the look of a bronzed goddess. Created by celebrity sunless tanning expert Jimmy Coco, the brand is inclusive of all skin types and tones, helping anyone achieve their most beautiful tan yet.

Marking this amazing new brand launch is Jimmy Coco’s iconic Sunless Face & Body Tanning Souffle. Wonderfully whipped and practically weightless, this luxe souffle formula works to envelop your skin in expertly-blended pigments, helping to deliver a radiant, soft-focused finish once you take it off. It also comes with a handy tanning mitt so you can exfoliate your skin and apply the tan like a pro, plus there are five different shades to choose from, so you can select the formula that best suits your skin.

Ditch your old, streaky self-tan and indulge in the incredible results that this new brand has to offer!

Effortless radiance
Forget fiddly formulas and long waits in the bathroom – the Skinvisibles Express Glow Leg & Body Make-up will give you a gorgeous glow in a matter of moments! Quick-drying and easy to apply, all it takes is a few spritzes from the spray can to start evening out the look of spider veins, bruises or other marks, leaving your skin with a golden look and a flattering, shimmering finish. The best part? It lasts for up to three days, so you can enjoy that long weekend or special occasion as a golden goddess!

Buildable brilliance
It’s a bestseller for a reason! Gatineau’s Golden Glow Gradual Tan is loved by so many for its lightweight, fast-absorbing gel-cream texture that’s designed to gradually build up a natural-looking tan, making it perfect for those who want to get that sun-kissed glow without a drastic change.

It also works to deliver deep hydration to your skin, making it the ultimate tan-skincare hybrid your body will thank you for! This one comes in a handy litre size, so you can stay stocked up on sunny radiance all season long.

The glow-getters
Crowning champions of the customisable tan, Tan-Luxe are at the top of the game when it comes to getting a tan that’s totally tailored to you. This duo features Illuminating Gradual Tan Butter for your body and Ultimate Hydration Self-Tan Creme for your face, working together to give you a top-to-toe gradual tan that you have total control over – plus both formulas boast all the hydration and skincare benefits you’d expect!

Ace your face
When it comes to tanning your face, complete control is essential. Look no further than Tan-Luxe’s Facial Drops for a tan that’s totally yours. It boasts an illuminating serum formula designed to be dropped into your favourite moisturiser, primer or foundation for versatility and ease, allowing you to achieve the precise shade you want.

Just add two drops for a little radiance, four drops for a sun-kissed finish, eight drops for a golden glow and twelve drops for a bronzed goddess look. Simple! Plus, with this special supersize, your face can keep looking fabulous long after the season’s over.

The whole package
All the essentials in one place! If you’re ready to try out Tan-Luxe’s custom tanning range, this three-piece collection covers all the basics to help you get your glow on! It boasts ultra-lightweight Instant Bronzing Water (which is currently only available at QVC), that simply mists onto your skin to give you a radiant tan in an instant, plus their lauded Illuminating Self Tan Drops for your face and your body for a top-to-toe glow.

Feeling inspired to get your glow on ready for the summer? Check out these next-level tanning formulas plus plenty more right here at QVC.

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Celebrate 20 years of Elemis’ Pro-Collagen skincare! https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/pro-collagen-skincare/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/pro-collagen-skincare/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 23:01:16 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=119095 This year marks 20 amazing years of Elemis‘ Pro-Collagen skincare (and 28 years of Elemis at QVC, as it goes!), world-renowned for its smoothing, softening benefits when it comes to fine lines and wrinkles, as well as skin hydration for a supple, revitalised look. Ideal for mature skin (but equally beneficial for any age), Pro-Collagen […]

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This year marks 20 amazing years of Elemis‘ Pro-Collagen skincare (and 28 years of Elemis at QVC, as it goes!), world-renowned for its smoothing, softening benefits when it comes to fine lines and wrinkles, as well as skin hydration for a supple, revitalised look. Ideal for mature skin (but equally beneficial for any age), Pro-Collagen has been at the top of the skincare game for two whole decades.

So what better time than to explore the range than on its 20th birthday? We’ve got plenty to explore to wake up your skincare routine this summer, plus an incredible Today’s Special Value deal celebrating three Pro-Collagen icons.

The Anti-Ageing Heroes
Whether you’re already a fan of Pro-Collagen or you’ve yet to experience how amazing your skincare routine can truly be, this Anti-Ageing Heroes Collection gives you a taste of the very best the range has to offer. Featuring award-winning Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, Night Cream and Cleansing Balm, it’ll revamp your whole skincare ritual from start to finish, giving you a day-to-night routine that will work to gently cleanse, hydrate and plump the feel of your complexion. The best part? It’s our Today’s Special Value deal, so you can make a spectacular saving on this special skincare – all in the name of celebrating Pro-Collagen’s 20th anniversary!

But hurry, this offer is only available for a very short time so snap yours up before it goes!

Smooth on firmness
An often-neglected part of your skincare routine, your neck and decollete deserve as much love as the rest of your face. Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Neck & Decollete Balm is specially formulated for the delicate skin in that area, working to deliver intense hydration to it as well as a firmer, tightened look and feel.

It’s also in a supersize, so you can really ingrain this special formula into your daily skincare regimen. We’re sure it’s going to stay there for a long time…

Smell like a bed of roses
Florals shouldn’t be reserved for your wardrobe alone! Give your skincare routine a rosy update with this duo of Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and Cleansing Balm, both in rose formulations. They’re the same skincare staples you know and love, but with a floral twist, working together to leave your complexion looking soft, hydrated and that bit more radiant. Indulge in a bouquet of English rose hydrolat, elderberry, rosehip and more and transform your skincare routine into a pampering occasion, every day!

Brighten things up
It’ll be all eyes on you with this dynamic duo! Featuring Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask and Papaya Enzyme Peel, this collection is all about awakening the look of dull skin and giving it that coveted radiance. Eye Revive Mask does everything the Pro-Collagen range promises, working to target fine lines around your delicate eye area while also helping to plump and firm it for a mesmer-eye-sing look. Meanwhile, Papaya Enzyme Peel will work as an at-home facial to help revitalise the look of your skin, giving it a soft, radiant finish you’re sure to fall for. Talk about amping up your skincare routine!

Supersize a classic!
It wouldn’t be a special occasion without a supersize, would it? Or a limited edition product! It’s a good’un too, because it’s one of Elemis’ most beloved formulas (plus it’s won plenty of awards!). Yep, it could only be Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30, and this time you can enjoy it for even longer thanks to its impressive limited edition supersize.

It boasts a silky, deeply hydrating formula that works to combat the look of fine lines and wrinkles while leaving your skin feeling sumptuously soft and smooth. It also optimises your complexion for make-up and helps to give it a dose of radiance every time you apply it. It’s a bestseller for a reason, but with this fabulous supersize, you won’t have to buy it again so soon!

 

Ready to discover the power of Pro-Collagen? Discover our amazing Today’s Special Value deal right here, or check out the rest of Elemis’ extensive range now.

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Wake up your make-up with these new releases! https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/wake-up-your-make-up/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/wake-up-your-make-up/#respond Mon, 08 May 2023 07:00:17 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=118980 Summer is the perfect time to give your make-up bag a revamp, which is why we’ve got a host of new arrivals to give your routine that extra zing! Whether you’re looking for a fresh foundation or you’re in the market for a brand new bronzer, take a dive into the cosmetics that are hot […]

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Summer is the perfect time to give your make-up bag a revamp, which is why we’ve got a host of new arrivals to give your routine that extra zing! Whether you’re looking for a fresh foundation or you’re in the market for a brand new bronzer, take a dive into the cosmetics that are hot off our beauty shelves…

The primer
If you’re new to the primer game, where have you been?! This marvellous new release from Mally is the perfect way to start your make-up routine, offering a lightweight, ultra-smooth finish that will help your make-up look flawless when it’s applied over the top. It’s even infused with real gold flakes to give your base a luxurious touch, plus it’s filled with skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid and antioxidant-rich red algae. Let’s just say that once this is in your stash, it’ll be a firm favourite!

The lip moisturiser
We’re all about the make-up prep, and if you’re ready to take yours to the next level, Mally’s here to help. The Stress Less Lip Mask offers instant hydration to dry lips, helping to give them a pamper so they look their very best, with or without lipstick, plus it comes with a specially-designed Gua Sha lip tool to help stimulate your pout. We love the beautiful lavender and chamomile scent of this mask, which makes it ideal as part of your wind-down routine in the evening, as well as for when you want to take your make-up regimen to new heights!

The foundation
Talk about fresh! This season, let your skin look brand new with this duo of Dewy Finish Second Skin Foundation from Sculpted by Aimee, which works to give your complexion a luminous-looking glow with its liquid mineral formula. We love it for everyday wear because of its medium coverage, helping you achieve that ‘second skin’ look with a bit of added radiance.

The blusher
When the warm weather hits, we’re all about lighter formulas, which is where this beautifully blendable Liquid Blush duo from BPerfect comes in. These effortless liquid formulas dry into a flattering soft powder finish, working to blend perfectly with your make-up base for a fresh flush of colour.

The brow pencil
We know how tricky brows can be to master, so why not the process with Tarte’s innovative FULLfill Framer Brow Pencil? Perfect for achieving natural-looking, fluffy brows that simply look like yours, this easy brow pencil boasts a double-ended design with a precise, multi-dimensional eyebrow pencil on one end and a soft-setting serum wax on the other to keep the hairs in place. Wonderfully waterproof and infused with diamond powder (yes, really!), this pencil is a brow game-changer. You’ll receive two of these as well, meaning you can stock up on the brow power long after the season’s over!

The mascara
Lifeless-looking lashes be gone! The new GrandeDrama Intense Thickening Mascara from Grande Cosmetics is your key to fabulously fluttery lashes that boast unbeatable shine and glossiness, helping to lift, lengthen and volumise their look with every swipe. It’s infused with castor oil too, helping you maintain your lashes’ condition whenever you wear it – and we think you’ll be wearing it all summer long!

The face palette
What would your make-up be without the finishing touches? This brilliant brand new palette from BPerfect is ready and waiting to take your look to the next level, featuring everything you need to add colour, depth and dimension: we’re talking perfectly pigmented eyeshadows, a beautiful bronzer, a radiant highlighter and a fabulously flattering blush, all in one clever compact. Each boasting irresistibly natural-looking shades, these creamy powder formulas will finish your beauty ritual to perfection – well, it is by BPerfect, after all!

The lipstick
For pout-perfecting formulas that simply last and last, look no further than BPerfect’s trio of lip heroes. Presenting two gorgeous lipsticks in a sumptuous satin finish, each one will bring intense colour payoff to your pout for a clean, professional look. They even come with a precise lip liner to give your lips the ultimate makeover, allowing you to achieve your ideal lip shape in just a few strokes. It’s time to pucker up!

Feeling inspired to freshen up your make-up routine? Check out these picks and the rest of our new arrivals right here at QVC.

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Ace your beauty sleep this Sleep Awareness Week https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/ace-your-beauty-sleep-this-sleep-awareness-week/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/ace-your-beauty-sleep-this-sleep-awareness-week/#respond Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:01:02 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=118742 It’s Sleep Awareness Week, so we’re celebrating here at QVC by showing you some of the wonderful ways to make the most of your beauty sleep. Building a peaceful evening routine is an often-underrated part of a great night’s sleep, because over time, doing the same thing before bed can automatically remind your mind to […]

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It’s Sleep Awareness Week, so we’re celebrating here at QVC by showing you some of the wonderful ways to make the most of your beauty sleep. Building a peaceful evening routine is an often-underrated part of a great night’s sleep, because over time, doing the same thing before bed can automatically remind your mind to unwind, which is why serene aromatics and relaxing beauty rituals can play a huge role in catching those Zzzs. From gorgeous candles to silky serums, we’ve got a wealth of bedtime heroes to help you unwind and take you straight to the Land of Nod.

Enhance your sleep space

We’re big believers in a peaceful environment when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep, which is why relaxing aromatics and the right sleeping aids can make such a difference to your night-time routine.

Start by introducing a specially-formulated scent to your evening ritual using a candle or reed diffuser from apothecary-inspired brand Anatome. With a comforting blend of natural essential oils including English lavender, Somali frankincense and sandalwood, this duo will layer on the fragrance before bed so you can unwind after a long day. Incorporating the same scent into your bed-time routine each evening can help your mind learn to associate it with sleep, so you can drift off more easily and feel relaxed, ready for the night ahead.

Fragrance doesn’t have to be reserved just for candles and diffusers, though – you can bring the soothing scent to your bedding as well, courtesy of This Works’ Deep Sleep Pillow Spray. A cult classic, this relaxing formula can be spritzed onto your pillow or sheets. You’ll enjoy notes of lavender, wild chamomile and vetiver, long after you turn out the light.

Your comfort as you sleep is just as important as your bed-time routine, which is why this duo of Chillmax pillows is an essential if you’re prone to overheating. Created from cooling gel, these versatile patches can be used as inserts for your pillow, under your sheets and so much more, plus there’s no need to refill or cool them down (unless you want to keep them in the fridge for extra cooling!)

If you’re light-sensitive, an eye mask is an essential for your sleep, and this one from Bloom and Blossom comes with a luxurious Dry Body Oil and a calming Sleep Spray to complete your night-time routine.

Sleep in skincare

Never underestimate the power of an amazing night-time skincare ritual. Whether you’ve yet to build one or you’ve already got your basics sorted, these special formulations will supplement your evening skincare routine to help you drift off and make the most of your beauty sleep.

Changing up your cleanser for the evening may not have crossed your mind, but the power of relaxing scent can (and should!) be harnessed in the skincare formulas you use. Did you know that Liz Earle’s iconic Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser comes in a Relaxing Edition, specially created for your evening ritual? It boasts the same amazing formula but it’s infused with the gorgeous scent of pure Damask rose petal and lavender essential oils to help you create a tranquil wind-down routine as you’re cleansing your skin.

After you’ve cleansed, pampering your complexion is the perfect way to feel happy and cared-for after a long day. We love formulas that will go that little bit further to giving you skin you’ll want to wake up to, such as Estee Lauder’s iconic Advanced Night Repair Multi-Recovery Complex. If you haven’t heard of it already, it’s an oil-free, fast-absorbing serum designed to sink into your complexion and give it a smooth, radiant look by morning. It’s particularly brilliant for mature complexions, although almost anyone’s skin can reap the benefits from it.

Speaking of mature complexions, Prai’s Meno-Soothe Sleep Mask is ideal for those whose skin gets parched overnight. Packed with hyaluronic acid, it will work to deliver deep hydration as you sleep, making it ideal if you’re going through menopause or if you’re keen to give your skin’s moisture levels a boost.

Sleep is the perfect time to encourage your skin’s natural regeneration process, the sloughing away of dead skin cells to help you feel as radiant as the sunrise! Nassif MD’s Complexion Perfection Detox Pads are a beloved favourite in the industry, working to gently encourage cell turn-over without fussy application – we love that they’re little pads you can just take out and sweep over your face in seconds (no elongated night-time routine here!). These pads also come with an ultra-hydrating serum you can use both morning and evening to help hydrate and brighten the look of your skin, working in tandem with the pads to give you a gorgeous glow. It even dries into a soft matte finish – perfect for banishing that greasy feeling as you sleep.

Feeling inspired to enhance your beauty sleep? Discover the rest of our night-time beauty right here at QVC and celebrate Sleep Awareness Week with us!

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Incredible skincare ingredients for your routine https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/incredible-skincare-ingredients-for-your-routine/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/incredible-skincare-ingredients-for-your-routine/#respond Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:01:01 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=118683 In our books, skincare is only as good as the ingredients in it, which is why we’re focusing on what it’s made of in our brand new series on-air! Showcasing hero ingredients like retinol, collagen, vitamin C and more, each week we’ll be taking you through the stuff that makes our favourite skincare fabulous, so […]

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In our books, skincare is only as good as the ingredients in it, which is why we’re focusing on what it’s made of in our brand new series on-air! Showcasing hero ingredients like retinol, collagen, vitamin C and more, each week we’ll be taking you through the stuff that makes our favourite skincare fabulous, so we thought we’d give you a little taster of what’s to come…

Retinol
Known by many as a wonder ingredient, retinol pretty much does it all – it can help smooth out the appearance of fine lines, even the look of skin tone, give your complexion a gorgeous glow and so much more. The thing we love most about this ingredient? Everyone can benefit from it, no matter what their skin type!

That’s why we love this dynamic duo from Murad, which will boost any complexion with the power of retinol, providing day-to-night care that will slot seamlessly into your existing routine. There’s a serum for the day and a night cream for the evening, each formula infused with retinol, so you can really try it out to see what it does for your skin! Just remember to add SPF to your routine to protect your skin from sun exposure, and you’re good to glow!

Collagen
Renowned for its bounce-boosting properties, collagen has been a buzzword in the beauty industry for years and shows no signs of slowing down. Hydrating, smoothing and oh-so-versatile, it’s in everything from face creams to daily supplements, and boasts benefits for your skin’s tone, texture and radiance.

And what better to celebrate this incredible ingredient than Elemis‘ renowned Pro-Collagen range? This duo boasts Pro-Collagen Night Cream and Superfood Midnight Facial that will work together to quench your skin overnight and leave it looking radiant by morning – just in time for that sunrise!

Vitamin C
Speaking of sun, we dare you to find a skincare ingredient sunnier than Vitamin C! Sure to give your complexion a brightening boost, this is one ingredient you’ll want to have in your skincare stash whatever the weather.

Amp up your whole skincare routine with this four-piece collection dedicated to this radiant ingredient, courtesy of Perricone. Complete with moisturisers for day and night, as well as serum and eye cream, it boasts everything you need to reveal your skin’s radiance throughout your whole skincare ritual.

Glycolic Acid
For amazing exfoliating benefits, look no further than glycolic acid. Also known as an AHA, it’s an ingredient that works to slough away dead skin cells and leave your complexion looking brighter and more even, as well as warding away pesky blemishes that can be caused by flaking skin. It doesn’t have to be harsh either – depending on the concentration, glycolic acid-infused skincare can be used every day to get your glow on and help you feel skin confident.

Alpha-H‘s lauded Liquid Gold range is ideal for harnessing the power of glycolic acid and discovering your skin’s luminosity. This three-piece collection will bring a bit of bottled brilliance to your regimen with iconic Liquid Gold treatment, an all-in-one toner, exfoliator, serum and moisturiser, as well as Golden Haze Face Oil and Liquid Gold Firming Eye Cream to target every inch of your complexion with glycolic acid goodness.

Ceramide
Just think of this wonder ingredient as your skin’s personal shield! Ceramide is the perfect preventative against environmental stressors as well as moisture loss, making it a silent hero in skincare that you’ll want in your arsenal!

This trio from Skinsense makes ceramide the star of the show, with a day cream, treatment mask and eye cream that are each designed to deliver hydrating, radiance-enhancing benefits to every inch of your complexion. The ideal starter set to find out if ceramide works for you, this collection is just the thing to slot into your skincare regimen.

SPF
Where would we be without it? Whether you’re stepping out into a hot summer’s day or you just want to prevent fine lines from forming, SPF is an essential in your skincare routine. But not all SPF is created equal – if you want to avoid the notorious stickiness SPF has a bad rep for, look no further than our selection.

Ultrasun is legendary for its luxurious, non-greasy formulas that feel good on the complexion without compromising on protection against UVA rays, which is why its facial formulas are loved by so many. This supersize duo of Anti-Pigmentation formulas boasts an impressive SPF 50+ and both clear and tinted formulas, specially formulated for your face, so you can enjoy incredible protection for a long time.

Ready to put these wonder ingredients into your skincare recipe? Tune into our weekly show to find out about these fabulous formulations, plus discover them and much more right here at QVC.

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Sleep well with Silentnight https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/sleep-well-with-silentnight/ https://stories.qvcuk.com/beauty/emily-c/sleep-well-with-silentnight/#respond Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:01:19 +0000 https://stories.qvcuk.com/?p=118595 When it comes to your wellbeing, your sleep is paramount – how much of it you’re getting, its quality and even what you’re sleeping on! That’s why we love bringing you ways to help you drift off in peace. To celebrate the launch of the Silentnight Airmax Glacier Miracoil Mattress and Divan as our Today’s […]

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When it comes to your wellbeing, your sleep is paramount – how much of it you’re getting, its quality and even what you’re sleeping on! That’s why we love bringing you ways to help you drift off in peace.
To celebrate the launch of the Silentnight Airmax Glacier Miracoil Mattress and Divan as our Today’s Special Value (which you can grab right now at the incredible offer price!), we sat down with sleep expert Hannah Shore to discuss ways we can improve our sleep, what counts when it comes to catching ZZZs and sleep essentials to help ensure you get some shut-eye.

It’s lovely to chat with you Hannah! First things first, we’d love to know a bit about where to begin when it comes to changing sleeping habits. Starting a whole new sleeping ritual can be daunting, so where is the best place to begin?

Start with something simple – something that doesn’t take you a lot of time to do and can easily fit into your routine now. When changing things up, don’t do too much at once. You often see articles with titles like “10 Ways to Help You Get to Sleep”, buy don’t try all ten things at once, because the chances are you’ll be worrying too much about trying to fit everything in and end up being too stressed to sleep! Instead try one thing at a time and get a feel if that works for you. If it does, great! If not, try something else. Only you will know what works for you, and of course, if you are currently sleeping really well then there’s no need to change anything!

How can we change our bedrooms to create an optimal space to sleep in? Does light really affect our sleep patterns as much as people say? What about our bedding?

When looking at the ideal sleep environment, I like to say we need to give it a little bit of TLC, this stands for Temperature, Light and Comfort.

Temperature
Temperature is a really important factor to consider, as our core body temperature actually needs to drop by a couple of degrees in order to get access to the good quality sleep we need. Although this is a natural process that happens within the body, there are many things we can do to ensure this happens. Ensuring the heating is turned down throughout the night is a must, as this will allow the room to cool down, plus it’s a great way to save energy! The bed itself is also a key component in regulating our body temperature. If you are prone to overheating at night, you may find that you need to change some of the products you are using.

Bedding plays a huge role in regulating our temperature as we sleep. Firstly, we need to look at your duvet, as the British weather fluctuates massively and we should always be changing our duvet with the seasons. Your winter duvet should be slightly thicker, around 10.5 tog. This should then be swapped out for a thinner duvet in the summer, around 4 tog max.

We then need to look at your mattress. The material your mattress is made from can greatly affect your body temperature. Breathable, temperature regulating materials such as polyester or natural materials can channel heat and moisture away from the body, aiding your core body temperature regulation. Foams on the other hand can have the opposite effect as they tend to hold onto more heat and moisture, therefore if you overheat regularly, perhaps look into a mattress made from fibres like Silentnight’s Airmax.

Pillows also play a key role in temperature regulation and follow the same principal as the mattress. People who overheat frequently may find foam pillows very warming compared to fibres pillows, such as polyester or natural pillows. This pair of Posture Plus Airflow Anti-allergen Pillows help to regulate your temperature as you sleep, promoting air flow through it all night long, so they’re perfect for warding that ‘hot and bothered’ feeling away while you sleep.

The bedding should also complement and enhance your sleeping environment. The thicker teddy bear fleece bedding that is popular at the minute can be very warming compared to a smoother, more breathable fibre.

Light
We sleep when it is dark for a reason. We have light receptors at the back of our eyes which link directly to the part of our brain that regulates sleep. Natural morning light is bright, and this type of light can tell the body to stop producing sleep hormones, such as melatonin and start producing wake promoting hormones. Natural evening light is dull and darker, therefore having an opposite effect on the body by prompting the release of sleep promoting hormones, helping you fall asleep more easily.

Applying the wrong type of light at the wrong time can have the opposite effects on our body. For example, applying bright light in the evening can keep us awake. This can be one of the reasons we struggle to fall asleep and are woken up early in the summer. Here, a good pair of black-out blinds, curtains or even a simple eye mask can help block out some of that bright light and allow you to sleep more easily. In the winter we find we have the opposite problem and we often struggle to wake up. Here, a dawn simulating alarm clock can be a great way of mimicking the sunrise for a more natural waking process.

Comfort
Comfort is the main driving force for a good night’s sleep. We’ve all been in those hotels where the bed just isn’t right and we have felt the effects the following day. But how do we make the subjectiveness of comfort fit for every sleeper? This is where the bed comes into play. The material the bed is made of plays a key role; for example, springs are great for supporting your spine throughout the night. At Silentnight, we zone our mattresses by firming the middle third of them to support the average 45% of our body weight around our hips when we lie down, helping to enhance night-time spinal alignment. The comfort layers can be made from materials with all sorts of different properties such as fibres for enhanced breathability and thermoregulatory properties, or foam for extra durability and pressure relieving qualities. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all mattress, as each person will have a unique body shape and unique sleeping needs. When choosing your mattress, make sure you understand your requirements to help ensure your mattress enhances your sleep.

And when it comes to pillows, these Cushioned Comfort ones are designed for all types of sleepers, whether you lie on your back, side or something in between, retaining optimum comfort as you snooze. No matter what sleep position you prefer, they’ll have your comfort covered at all times.

It’s also important to keep the space you sleep in neat and tidy to avoid unnecessary stress just before bed. A great way to optimise your bedroom storage is to use spaces that are often overlooked, like under your bed, and that’s where this clever divan comes in. Equipped with two large under-bed drawers, it’s ideal for utilising every inch of your bedroom’s available space, plus it’ll giv e your bed a sleek, clean finish you’re sure to love.

Now we’ve discussed our sleeping environment, let’s talk about our bedtime routines. Are there any ways we can alter our evening ritual to promote a more restful sleep?

As adults, we often forget the importance of a good wind-down routine, often completing last minute chores around the house or squeezing in that extra episode of the TV series you’re watching before jumping into bed and expecting to fall asleep straight away. We are then often lying down, staring at the ceiling or watching the clock, wondering why we can’t sleep. We need to ensure we allow ourselves time to relax and wind down before we sleep. An hour before bed, we should be doing calming activities, which can be anything from meditation, reading or breathing exercises. Although these don’t necessarily work for everyone, you need to find something that works for you – something that helps the body and the mind relax. This doesn’t always mean stepping away from technology as many people will tell you to do, but it does mean using your technology in the right way. Turn your phone’s eye comfort mode on, which swaps the harsh blue light for subtle yellow tones. You can then use your devices to listen to podcasts, help with breathing exercises or play sounds to help you escape from the stresses of everyday life.

Finally, what’s a night-time essential you simply couldn’t live without?

My absolute essential is my best pal Benji. Benji is my teddy rabbit who I’ve had since I was little. As humans we only sleep when we feel safe – it links back to caveman times when we used to be chased by animals and to this day, we still need that sense of security in order to allow us to sleep. Benji makes me feel safe and calm, especially when I am travelling around to different places. You don’t need a teddy for this as you can create a sense of safety or calmness using anything. Why not try using a certain pillow or scents like pillow sprays?

If you’re feeling inspired to improve your sleep, check out our incredible Today’s Special Value early – the Silentnight Airmax Glacier Miracoil Mattress and Divan. For more brilliant ways to improve your sleep this season (and for many more to come!), discover the rest of our sleep wellness range right here at QVC.

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