Cheese & Fine Food Gift Hamper

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Posted by Natalie on Fri 4 Jun, 2010 – 10:56 pm
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It’s always great to see how generous the people of Leeds are, whether it’s a get well present or to congratulate a new mum. This time it was this gorgeous hamper we put together for a lovely customer to give as a gift:

It featured:

  • 150g French Brie
  • 150g Smoky Cardinal
  • 150g Raclette
  • Choc Affairs Half Kilo ‘Slab’ Chocolate Bar
  • Choc Affairs Hot Chocolate Stick
  • 2 x Teapigs Teas
  • Fudges Branberry Biscuits
  • Miller’s Damsels Rye Crackers
  • Miller’s Damsels Sourdough Crackers
  • Bracken Hill Fine Foods Orange Curd
  • Bracken Hill Fine Foods Farmers Chutney
  • Clearspring Extra Virgin Olive Oil

We have a wide range of hampers available in store to fit all tastes and budgets, from ready made Fine Food Hampers to Made to Order Cheese Hampers. We also create bespoke hampers from anything in our shop, so if you’re looking for a gift, call in and see us!

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Win a Free Makeover with Millies & Elysambre

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Posted by Natalie on Wed 19 May, 2010 – 1:28 pm
Filed under Beauty, In Store Days

On Friday 28th May we’re teaming up with Elysambre and a professional make-up artist to offer free 30 minute makeovers! This is a great opportunity for you to find the colours that suit your skin tone and the correct products for your skin type. Also if you are sensitive to many make-up brands you can experience how natural make-up feels on your skin. It’s not just about looking good, but protecting and repairing your skin while you wear it.

Gem (@gemstgem / Biography of a Beatific Beatnik) received a free makeover in April and had this feedback:

Had a lush free makeover with Elysambre, I loved it! My fave was the foundation, I have dry/sensitive skin so I was a bit wary about it, but it was amazing. Felt like I wasn’t wearing any but gave great coverage. I was also really surprised about the range of colours available – I thought they’d be quite neutral but I was pleased to see they had loads of party-tastic shades. The make up artist pampered me with purples and I went out that night feeling ace! Thanks Millies! xx

Makeovers are available 11am – 4pm and last 30 minutes. To enter, simply send us a message on Twitter, Facebook or contact us with the times you are available (2pm-2.30pm, 2.30pm-3pm, etc.). We will then select the lucky winners.

Elysambre is a natural and organic cosmetics brand  which is notable for its eco-friendly products and packaging. A line of natural, refillable make-up which combines natural ingredients and up-to-date technologies while respecting quality, the environment, human relations and animals. Elysambre offers a natural make-up line made mostly of organic and cruelty-free ingredients which enable customers to enhance their beauty whilst respecting their skin and the environment.

Elysambre cosmetic formulas are 100% natural, with organic and Fair Trade ingredients where possible. Ingredients include grape seed oil, shea butter, sunflower oil, soy, red tea, apricot oil, karanja oil, arctic blueberry extract and vitamin E. The face, eye, lip and nail Elysambre cosmetics are free from parabens, mineral oil, phenoxyethanol and PEG.

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Bespoke Beauty Gift Hamper

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Posted by Natalie on Fri 14 May, 2010 – 11:15 pm
Filed under Beauty, Products

Below is a hamper we put together for a lady looking for a special gift for a good friend that had just had a baby. It’s one of our Bespoke Beauty Hampers and features natural and organic cosmetics, plus a few other goodies, including:

  • Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Lifting & Firming Body Lotion (great for for stretch marks!!).
  • Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Anti Ageing Hand & Nail Cream.
  • Elysambre Nail polish.
  • Elysambre Free powder.
  • Elysambre Retractable Free Powder Brush.
  • Chocolate Box full of chocolates from Choc-Affair.
  • 3 x Pukka Tea’s.

We also threw in some Dr.Hauschka trial sized Cleansing Milk, Cleansing Cream, Facial Toner and Rose Day Cream.

We have a wide range of hampers available in store to fit all tastes and budgets, from ready made Fine Food Hampers to Made to Order Cheese Hampers. We also create bespoke hampers from anything in our shop, so if you’re looking for a gift, call in and see us!

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Dr. Hauschka – Limited-Edition 3 Step Daily Care Programme

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Posted by Natalie on Sat 1 May, 2010 – 9:49 pm
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Dr. Hauschka have brought out their most popular products in new limited edition sizes. They include the Cleansing Milk and Facial Toner in 30ml and the Rose Day Cream and Quince Day Cream in 12.5ml. These sizes are perfect for new comers to Dr. Hauschka as you can try out the 3-step face care programme for just £27. This will give you enough time to see how radiant your skin will be before committing to the standard size products. They are also ideal if you already use these products but are travelling, or you may want to keep the Facial Toner on your desk at work throughout the summer as an instant refresher throughout the day.

If you are interested to find out how Dr. Hauschka can work with your skin, call into Millies and speak to one of our in store advisors.

Cleanse
Cleansing Milk

Dry sensitive skin requires extra gentle cleansing.

Cleansing Milk contains conditioning Jojoba and Almond oil, fortifying Anthyllis and special cereal extracts that gently cleanse the skin, without disturbing its natural hydro-lipid layer. At the same time, the skin receives fortifying treatment that enhances its natural elasticity.

This cream, tenside-free cleanser also gently dissolves away make-up, making it easy to remove.

The result is a soft, supple complexion.

Size: 30ml
Price: £8.50
Tone
Facial Toner

The fortifying action of Dr. Hauschka Facial Toner stimulates the skin’s natural powers and hydrating processes. Witch hazel and Anthyllis enhance its invigorating properties.

Sprayed on the face, neck and décolleté after morning and evening cleansing, this toner helps maintain the skin’s natural balance and promotes a youthful radiance.

Size: 30ml
Price: £8.50
Moisturise
Rose Day Cream

The special properties of Rose Day Cream offer ideal protection for normal, dry and sensitive skin, as well as skin that is prone to dilated capillaries (couperose). They also promote the skin;s natural capacity for regeneration. Sumptuous Rode oil and extracts of wild Rose hips harmonise the skin’s functions. while Shea butter, Rose petal wax and Avocado extract prevent it from drying out.

Size: 12.5ml
Price: £12.00

Quince Day Cream
Environmental factors can weaken the natural defences of the skin, even at a young age. Quince Day Cream contains Quince wax to envelop the skin protectively without hindering the skin’s natural processes. Extracts of Quince seeds and medicinal herbs retain the skin’s moisture. The skin can better protect itself from external influences and its intrinsic powers are reactivated.

Size: 12.5ml
Price: £10.00
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700th Follower on Twitter? JASON Natural Shampoo & Conditioner

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Posted by Natalie on Sun 25 Apr, 2010 – 9:39 pm
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UPDATE: The winners are Sarah Carling (@SarahCarling / www.seo-chicks.co.uk) and Joe Czucha (@joeczucha). Enjoy!

As we approach another follower milestone on Twitter, we’d like to continue our tradition and reward the 700th follower – and the person that refers them to us – with something nice. This time it’s another personal favourite of mine. Ever since we got this natural body care range in I’ve been a massive fan, using it daily since day one. So I want to give you a sample of how good JASON natural shampoo and conditioner is, by letting you take away the fragrance of you choice, for free.

This is an effective, environmentally-friendly alternative to mass-produced, synthetic chemical products. Since 1959, JASON has strived to produce only pure, carefully balanced products that contain the highest quality, naturally sourced ingredients, known to be skin compatible and proven effective. Their products contain the finest food-grade, natural, organic and nutritional ingredients that deliver topical benefits to the hair and skin.

Previous winners include James Holden and the Culture Vulture for our 600th follower, Katie and Elle for our 500th follower, Kev Charlton and Emma Croxall for our 400th follower, Alex Duffy and Harriet Jennings for our 300th follower and Phil Kirby and Kevin Hoare for our 200th follower.

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Sienna X Natural Spray Tan

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Posted by Natalie on Sat 24 Apr, 2010 – 2:13 pm
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UPDATE: We are now taking bookings for this treatment! Please call 0113 2429 217 or arrange in store. Throughout May you can receive a full body tan for just £10 if you sign up with Millies.

Emma and I recently attended the Professional Beauty 2010 show in London which showcases the latest product launches and is home to the leading beauty brands. One thing we were really hoping to find was a natural spray tan. So we were extremely excited to discover Sienna X – who’s products contain natural active ingredients and are paraben, alcohol and SLS free.

Sienna X is associated with high profile TV shows, such as Strictly Come Dancing, Gladiators and How to Look Good Naked, as well as receiving ongoing mentions in Glossies, the national/local press and trade magazines.

Emma has now completed the Sienna X  Masterclass training course and passed with flying colours. Then in the last few weeks she’s not been short of volunteers from the girls (and a couple of the boys!) in the shop. So anyone who thinks we’ve all been on our holidays recently, you now know why!

This is ideal for nights out, holidays and special events such as weddings, proms or birthdays.

Treatments include:

Sienna X Spray Tan

Look fabulous with a full body tan.

Duration: 30 minutes (10 minutes spraying time)
Price: £20

Sienna X Spray Tanning For You & A Friend Saving £10

Perfect for a night out, you and a friend can save money and get a spray tan each. Saving £10 on the full price.

Duration: 45 minutes
Price: £30
Saving: £10

Sienna X Spray Tan & Preparation

This includes a full body exfoliation and spray tan. This helps maximise the effectiveness of your tan.

Duration: 45 minutes
Price: £30

Sienna X Colour Perfect Saving £30!

A perfect start to your holiday, an important night out or event. This treatment is split over two separate appointments, 3 days apart and includes:

  • Half leg wax.
  • Bikini wax.
  • Under arm wax.
  • Lip wax.
  • Eyebrow shape.
  • File and paint hands and feet.
  • Full body exfoliation.
  • Full body spray tan.

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes over two treatments
Price: £65
Saving: £30

Fake Tan Prep & Tips

Full body tanning takes 10 minutes spraying time and 10 minutes drying time. We recommend you leave your tan for 6-8 hours to develop before showering, or you can leave it on over night. Your spray tan will last 5-7 days depending on your skin care routine.

Skin preparation and after care is essential for getting the best and long lasting results of your tanning treatment.

To prepare your skin for your tan all hair must be removed the night before. Also a full body exfoliation is necessary to allow the tan to be deeper and darker. Skin preparation will  help avoid streaking and dry patches on the skin when tanning. The day of your appointment its best to shower and use no products on the skin, so avoid moisturisers, deodorants, perfume and make-up.

After tanning it’s best to allow your skin drying time of a good 6-8 hours without touching your skin at all. This included showering, heat treatments and exercising. It’s key to bring flip flops and wear old baggy clothes and bring a bikini top.

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Organic Pet Food from Lily’s Kitchen

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Posted by Natalie on Sat 17 Apr, 2010 – 1:46 pm
Filed under Products

Now there aren’t many products we sell that I don’t bring home to sample. I’m always more than happy to test out our amazing Belgian Chocolate Pudding, Giovanni Hot Chocolate Sugar Scrub, French Roast Coffee and anything else. But I think I’ve found one that I can’t really tell you too much about, well the taste anyway! Our organic pet food.

At Lily’s Kitchen we make our organic pet food with all the love and care you’d put into making a Sunday lunch for your family, using fresh holistic ingredients full of nutrition and bursting with herbal benefits for your pet.

Proper nutrition will help make a difference to your pet from the outside as well as the inside. Good pet nutrition which includes organic oils, herbs, vitamins and minerals will all help to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of your pet.

At Lily’s Kitchen we don’t use words like ‘super premium’ or ‘natural’ because they’ve lost their meaning now. You’ll notice that our organic pet food is certified holistic so you can be assured of its purity and provenance. Our delicious organic dog food and organic cat food recipes are produced in small batches resulting in a home-made style feast for your pet.

www.lilyskitchen.co.uk

All of Lily’s Kitchen recipes are completely free from and artificial additives or preservatives – instead using natural preservatives such as Rosemary oil – and free from hormones, pesticides and fertilizers. All packaging is recyclable and even the inks are water or vegetable based.

We sell both organic cat food and organic dog food here at Millies. If you have a pet that is willing to test this out and write a review, please call in and grab some – we would love to hear both of your opinions!

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