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🎀 Feminine Hygiene: Literally Everything You Need
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items Why is there so much about feminine hygiene that we're just expected to figure out for ourselves? 😂 There are so many products for periods, intimate care and everyday hygiene, but knowing what's actually useful and what you might need can be so conf...
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🩸 Period Care, Support & Pain Relief
🌸 Intimate Care & Daily Freshness
🚿 Shower, Shave & Smooth Skin
🧴 Body Hydration, Oils & Treatments
🫧 Face Hygiene, Skincare & SPF
🦷 Oral Care & Fresh Breath
🩸 Period Care, Support & Pain Relief
Everything you need to make your period a little easier, from pads, tampons and reusable products to ways of helping with cramps and period pain. I've included different options for lighter and heavier periods, so you can find what's best for you. Wa...
If pads or tampons aren't your thing or you just want something a bit easier and comfier during your period, these are a great reusable option. I love that you can just pop them on and not have to think about sticking a pad down properly or carrying ...
FLO Period Pants
If you use tampons or are wanting to start using tampons, these are fab! They're so easy to use and in this pack you get both regular and super absorbencies so you are covered on the heavier days as well as the lighter days of your period. The applic...
Tampax Pearl Tampons Multipack, Regular/Super
Period pain can be absolutely horrible, I get really heavy painful periods and they honestly knock me for six. If you want something other than painkillers, this is brilliant. It's a wearable device that combines TENS with heat to help relieve period...
Beurer EM55 Menstrual Relax+ TENS & Heat
Switching to a menstrual cup can feel so scary at first, but this is the best starter one to try. I promise there is nothing to be scared of though, it's actually really soft and it works out cheaper in the long run than buying tampons and pads (we l...
Mooncup Mooncup Beginner Menstrual Cup
Not everyone is comfortable with using tampons or menstrual cups (I certainly never used to be), I was always a pad girly and still am sometimes tbh. These are a great everyday option for lighter days, and they're nice and thin so you don't feel like...
Always Ultra Sanitary Towels Normal Size 1
Waking up in the middle of the night to change your pad or worrying about getting blood on your pjs and bedsheets is the worst. These are much thicker than your everyday pads, and they have a longer back, giving you more coverage where you need it wh...
Always Maxi Pads Size 4 Overnight Unscented
🌸 Intimate Care & Daily Freshness
Intimate hygiene can be confusing when you're not sure what's worth buying and which products actually look after your intimate area. This section is about feeling clean, comfortable and confident without making things more complicated than they need...
Vaginal dryness is so incredibly common, whether it's from stress, your cycle, hormonal changes or just your body's natural state, but nobody ever talks about it. This is a long-lasting moisturiser that helps relieve vaginal dryness and it can be use...
Replens Md Vaginal Moisturiser
This is such a handy little oil to have, especially if you suffer from irritation, redness or ingrown hairs after shaving or waxing. You can use it on your bikini area, legs, underarms and anywhere else you might get dry or bumpy skin, it's one of th...
Luna Daily The Everything Oil
Thrush is so common and it's absolutely nothing to be embarrassed about, but it's one of those things that nobody really tells you about. If you ever get that annoying itch, burning or soreness, this will help you. It's definitely a product worth kno...
Canesten Thrush Combi Pessary & Cream
This is one of those products I wish I'd known about ages ago 😂. It's a little bottle you can keep in your bag for those times you don't feel fresh but getting a shower isn't an option. Spray it onto your skin to freshen up and I like to use it on m...
Luna Daily The Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe Fragrance Free
I always like having an intimate wash in my bathroom, especially when I'm on my period to make me feel fresher down there. This one's gentle and soothing and it's made for that area, I'm so glad I discovered it cos I used to just use my normal shower...
Femfresh Soothing Intimate Wash
Chafing is one of those things you don't think about until you're walking around and your thighs feel like they're on fire. This stick creates a barrier on your skin to stop rubbing and friction, so it's really handy in the summer especially when you...
Body Glide For Her Anti Chafe Balm Stick
🚿 Shower, Shave & Smooth Skin
There's nothing better than getting out of the shower feeling properly clean, smelling great and having dolphin smooth skin. Whether you're exfoliating, shaving or just wanting to keep your skin soft and free from bumps and ingrown hairs, these produ...
If you have dry skin or you suffer from razor burn, this is such a lovely one to try. It goes on like an oil but turns into a milky lather when you add water, leaving your skin feeling so incredibly soft and hydrated, the smell is a bonus too. It's a...
L'Occitane Almond (Amande) Shower Oil
A great product if you get those annoying little bumps on the back of your arms or rough strawberry skin on your legs. It's an exfoliating body scrub with 10% AHA to help get rid of dead skin and smooth everything out, so your skin is much softer. Yo...
First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Strawberry
This is definitely a bit of an investment but it's worth it if you're sick of having to shave every 2 days 😂. The epilator removes hair from the root, but you also get a shaver, trimmer, exfoliating brush, massage pad and facial hair removal bits, s...
Braun Silk-épil 9 Flex SkinSpa Epilator Gold
I swapped my loofah for these and I'll never go back. It gives you a much better scrub, gets rid of dead skin and leaves your body feeling so smooth. It's also long enough so you can reach your back too (the struggle was real with those loofahs😭), a...
Kitsch African Net Sponges
Some body washes can leave your skin feeling dry or tight after a shower, so a shower oil is a nice alternative cos it cleans your skin and keeps it soft and moisturised too. Goes on like an oil then lathers up like a dream and doesn't leave any grea...
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash
A good razor makes shaving so much easier, and this starter kit has everything you need. I've had razors in the past that have cut my skin, but this one has never cut me. It glides effortlessly, and the matching wall holder is so cute but practical t...
Estrid Starter Kit - Steel Razor + 10 Blades + Holder
🧴 Body Hydration, Oils & Treatments
Looking after your body is just as important as looking after your face. I love that feeling when your skin is so soft and moisturised. Dry patches, rough skin, bumps and uneven texture can all be a pain, so these bodycare products will help keep you...
If your skin gets really dry, rough or flaky, this is one I'd definitely have in your bodycare stash. It contains 10% urea, which means it gently exfoliates dead skin while giving your skin some much needed moisture and leaving it feeling smoother. I...
Eucerin Urea Repair 10% Lotion
Retinol isn't just for your face anymore - this body lotion is amazing if you want to improve the look and feel of rough, uneven or textured skin as well as keep it moisturised. It improves your skin's texture, tone and firmness without leaving it fe...
Naturium Skin-Renewing Retinol Body Lotion
Body SPF is just as important as face SPF, especially when you've got your arms, legs or chest out in the sun. This one feels like a lightweight body lotion but has SPF50+ so it's a win win. Leaves your skin looking really nice and glowy without any ...
Beauty of Joseon Exclusive Hydra Shield Body Sunscreen SPF50
This is a must have product in my opinion, I cannot rave on about this enough. It's so cheap and there is SO many things you can use it for! It's a glycolic acid exfoliant that gets rid of dead skin and smooths and brightens your skin. I love it for ...
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Not every day can we be bothered to do a full bodycare routine, sometimes you just want to use a good basic body moisturiser and be done with it. It's a lightweight lotion that sinks in quickly and doesn't leave any sticky or greasy residue behind. A...
CeraVe Moisturising Lotion
If you love really soft, glowy skin but don't want that greasy oil feeling, this is a lovely affordable one. It's lightweight, sinks into your skin nice and quick, and leaves it feeling so soft and moisturised. Love the glow it gives the skin, it loo...
BYOMA Nourishing Body Oil
🫧 Face Hygiene, Skincare & SPF
Our faces go through a lot every day, so it's essential that we take great care of them. Having a good skincare routine makes a huge difference, from properly cleansing your skin and locking in hydration to targeting skin concerns and protecting it w...
SPF is so important! It's one product you should never skip, and this is such a great everyday option. It's SPF 50+, is really lightweight and sinks into skin instantly so you don't get that horrible thick, greasy feeling or a ghostly white cast that...
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid Non-Perfumed SPF50+
This mask is like an instant vacuum cleaner for your pores. If your skin gets oily or you have clogged pores, this should be in your skincare stash. It's a pink clay mask that absorbs excess oil and draws out impurities, leaving your face feeling cle...
Caudalie Pore Minimizing Instant Detox Mask
My favourite high-end cleansing balm, it's the best and is absolutely one you wouldn't regret having in your skincare routine. Melts away SPF, makeup and dirt really easily, including waterproof makeup without having to scrub your face till it's red ...
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
If you've never used retinol before, this is the best one to start with. Retinol is a skincare ingredient we hear about all the time because it fades dark marks, smooths out texture, improves the appearance of fine lines and clears up your skin witho...
The INKEY List Starter Retinol Serum
Our faces go through a lot every day so a really good face cleanser is a must. Getting all the dirt, makeup, oil and SPF off properly at the end of the day is so important. A little bit of this foaming gel goes a long way and it leaves your skin feel...
Dermalogica special cleansing gel
I always think micellar water is worth having because there are times when you just cba taking your makeup off with a cleanser and doing your full skincare routine 😂. I also sometimes use micellar water as my first cleanse. In the past I was guilty ...
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
🦷 Oral Care & Fresh Breath
Keeping your teeth and mouth clean is absolutely not something we can skip. Oral hygiene is so important, let's be honest, our teeth are the first thing someone sees. A good oral care routine isn't just about having a nice smile either, it's about ke...
Flossing is one of those things that's very easy to skip, especially when you're tired of useless string floss. This is so easy to use, it shoots a stream of water between your teeth to blast out the hidden food and plaque that your toothbrush misses...
Waterpik Water Flosser Ultra Professional
Brushing your teeth is only half the battle when it comes to having fresh breath, a lot of the bacteria and buildup that can contribute to bad breath lives on your tongue. This stainless steel scraper gently scrapes away all the buildup and gunk from...
GuruNanda Tongue Scraper 2 Pack w/ Case
Oral-B is my go to for electric toothbrushes, they have never let me down. It's got lots of different settings depending on what you want from your brushing and the iO sense shows you which bits you've missed so you never half arse your routine. Yes ...
Oral-B iO10 Electric Toothbrush Cosmic Black
Your toothpaste actually matters more than you might think. This one protects your teeth from everyday food and drinks and it strengthens your enamel too. It's one of those boring everyday products, but it's an absolute necessity, especially if you h...
Sensodyne Pronamel Daily Protection Toothpaste
Fresh breath makes such a difference to your confidence, I've tried many mouthwashes and this is one of the few that doesn't make me feel like my gums are on fire. Keeps your breath nice and fresh for hours, and it's handy to have in the bathroom or ...
The Breath Co. ICY Mint Mouthwash
Your toothbrush can't properly get into the gaps between your teeth, and that's where interdental brushes come in. They're tiny brushes that get between your teeth to clean out plaque and bits of food that get missed when you just brush normally. TeP...
TePe Original Interdental Brushes Mixed Pack - 0.4 to 1.3 mm
💆♀️ Hair Health & Scalp Care
Bleach, hair dye and heat can really take it's toll on your hair, and I'm speaking from experience (my hair was in shocking condition). Looking after your scalp matters too, the products here keep your hair and scalp healthy, deal with damage, drynes...
This is quite pricey but it's worth every single penny, especially if your hair is fried from bleach, colour or heat damage. Unlike a standard hair mask, this works at a molecular level to repair damage and strengthen the hair. You only need to leave...
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
This is incredible for when your hair feels like it needs a proper deep clean. It's a clarifying shampoo that uses apple cider vinegar to help wash away oil, dirt and product buildup, as well as hard water minerals that can build up on your hair. Lea...
OUAI Detox Shampoo
A heat protectant is a product you should never skip if you regularly use a hairdryer, straighteners, curling wands or any other heated styling tools. This doesn't just protect your hair from heat, it also conditions and detangles too. It's not the c...
K18 HeatBounce conditioning heat protectant
Dry, thirsty hair will absolutely love this conditioner. It drenches your hair in moisture, leaving your strands soft, knot free and easy to brush through. Keeps your hair hydrated without weighing it down, so it is manageable rather than heavy and g...
Moroccanoil Hydrating Conditioner
If you've got a flaky or itchy scalp, this is amazing. It gets rid of flakes, oil, buildup and calms your scalp at the same time. Leaves your hair so soft and shiny, is gentle and is safe to use on coloured hair too. Use it regularly and you will not...
Philip Kingsley Flaky/Itchy Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Bleached, coloured and heat damaged hair ruins your hair over time if you're not protecting it correctly (I've been there and it made me lose confidence). This duo is fab cos it strengthens and repairs damaged hair, improves the feel of it and leaves...
Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and Conditioner
🌺 Fragrance, Mists & Scent Layering
Smelling good is something that instantly makes you feel more confident and put together. Whether you love a proper perfume, a body mist, hair perfume or scented bodycare, you can layer different products together to make your scent last longer and c...
Such a gorgeous everyday perfume if you like your fragrances soft, warm and clean rather than really strong or overpowering. It's one of those scents that smells slightly different on everyone, with pink pepper, iris, ambrette and ambrox giving it th...
Glossier You Eau de Parfum
This is such a good way to try a variety of different perfumes without committing to full-size bottles straight away. You get 10 mini fragrances in this set, with plenty of different scents to choose from including vanilla, pistachio, marshmallow, pe...
Kayali Discovery Layering Set 06
If you love sweet, warm and girly fragrances, you'll love this. It's got that gorgeous pistachio, salted caramel and vanilla scent that smells like holiday in a bottle. Because it's a body mist, it's much lighter than a perfume, spray it on your body...
Sol De Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
A proper sexy, powerful feminine perfume that smells expensive. The lavender gives it a slightly fresh edge, but the orange blossom and vanilla make it warm, sweet and gorgeous. It's the kind of scent you'd reach for when getting ready for a night ou...
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum
Hair perfume is a nice little extra if you wanna smell good from head to toe. Has that gorgeous sweet honey and floral scent that leaves your hair smelling amazing, and it adds a bit of shine to your hair too. A nice little finishing touch and someth...
Gisou Honey Infused Hair Perfume Wildflower Honey
Vanilla girlies, this one smells bloody gorgeous! It's so hydrating and has a really creamy, sweet vanilla scent that makes you smell amazing without being overpowering. A must for scent layering with perfume as well because it makes your perfume las...
Eos Shea Better Body Lotion - Vanilla Cashmere