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How to drop a dress size in 20 minutes

The weekend begins and it’s time to get out that body hugging dress and paint the town red!

Or is it? Unfortunately, life is rarely that perfect — especially for those of us whose days normally consist of rushed meals grabbed off fast food counters and late night spent chasing deadlines.

The result? Bloated bodies that make you want to slip into a tent-shaped kaftan rather than risk the unforgiving cocktail number.

But despair not — there is help at hand, courtesy Thai damsels of centuries past, whose herbal wraps are superb at drawing out body impurities, banishing bloat and firming up the skin. Aka, getting you on the way to drop a dress size in 20 minutes!

illustration showing the effects of how to drop a dress size in 20 minutes

No, you won’t lose 10 kilos in one session and the effects last only a few days, but if it gets me from a size 10 to a size 8 in time for Saturday’s bachelorette bash at the Four Seasons, it’s good enough for my needs!

My personal favourite is this super-simple wrap recipe from the Six Senses Spa at the Evason Hua Hin, which promises to rejuvenate even the most weary.

How to drop a dress size: You will need

1 oz (20 gms) ginger
3 oz (80 gms) turmeric
Handful of rice
Warm water as required

 

How to drop a dress size: The method

1. Grind together the ginger and turmeric.

2. Powder the rice to a coarse, grainy texture.

3. Add everything to the warm water and mix till it makes a thick paste.

4. Massage the paste all over your body in circular motions, paying special attention to areas with fatty deposits such as thighs, stomach, hips and upper arms.

5. Leave the paste on for 20 minutes* and then rinse off with warm water. Follow with a moisturiser of your choice.

* You can increase the recipe’s potency by wrapping your body (or at least the problem areas) in plastic sheet or strips of cloth.

body wrap to lose weight

Why (and how) does this work?

This is a super-potent wrap as the ginger stimulates circulation and reduces water retention, turmeric acts as an anti-oxidant and detoxifier, while rice removes dead skin cells and drains impurities through the skin’s outermost layers.

UPDATE: I have been getting a lot of messages from readers who are concerned that turmeric will stain their skin with yellow streaks.

Actually, genuine turmeric does not stain the skin when used in face or body pack-appropriate quantities. The problem is we now have a lot of spices that use artificial dyes to give the impression of better quality and it’s these pigments that cause the stain.

Just to be on the safe side, I would suggest doing a patch test on the back of your hand before using a turmeric-based skin treatment.

And if you do get a stain, rub olive oil or castor oil into the skin and then wipe it off with a warm cloth. You might also try using a mild alcohol-based astringent on the stained area of skin. This should clear it up quickly!

What’s your surefire way of losing those pesky pounds quickly? Do share!

Comments

  1. Sara Jessica says

    September 4, 2012 at 15:42

    For me not eating for few days works very well!!! of course, I don’t mean not eating at all, but we all know the amount of unhealthy food and unnecessary meals that we eat everyday. What I do is simply giving up on all the s*** that we got used to, and drink a lot of water regularly (you might feel that you want to go to the bathroom often) but it means that you are cleaning your body from toxins. And do not eat much salt or sugar since it retains water in your organism.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 4, 2012 at 18:44

      Hmmmmm, I agree. But sometimes one comes across a last minute event that needs you to fit into those skinnies NOW! This is my go-to option for those times.

      Reply
    • Annabelle says

      July 6, 2017 at 17:54

      I agree! It’s actually good for our body to fast every now and again 🙂

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    September 4, 2012 at 15:46

    Fresh or dried turmeric and ginger?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 4, 2012 at 18:43

      Fresh is best. If you are going for the dried kind, try and get the organic version!

      Reply
  3. Kelsey says

    September 5, 2012 at 01:29

    This sounds incredible. I am still a little weary about it, but next time I go shopping, I’ll be sure to buy those ingredients!Now I’ll be able to fit into my favourite dress again! x)

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 5, 2012 at 11:05

      And then let me know how it went 🙂

      Reply
    • geri says

      September 7, 2012 at 07:06

      Kelsie..sorry but the correct word is leary…a common mistake tho…
      Weary means tired. 🙂

      Reply
      • anubha says

        September 7, 2012 at 11:55

        🙂 I thought she meant wary. Actually, think of it this way – weary is the perfect combo of leary + wary 😉

        Reply
        • Kelsey says

          September 7, 2012 at 18:28

          Oh, my bad x3 Thanks for correcting me though.

          Reply
          • anubha says

            September 7, 2012 at 19:50

            🙂

      • Susan says

        September 27, 2012 at 11:22

        The word is spelled “leery”, and it does mean “wary”.

        Reply
      • Sarah says

        April 4, 2013 at 06:14

        Or “wary” works too

        Reply
      • Paula says

        April 27, 2013 at 11:08

        So I learned it as leery. But I looked it up to be sure, and I find out you can spell it both ways. Learn something new every day!

        Reply
      • bren says

        July 31, 2014 at 18:37

        actually there are two possible corrections – “wary” as in cautious; or ‘leery’, spelt with two “e’s”–NOT one “e” and an “a”…but i’m sure you meant well…

        Reply
      • Bryson says

        March 9, 2017 at 19:42

        This weitbse makes things hella easy.

        Reply
  4. Nikisha says

    September 6, 2012 at 12:24

    This is so cool, definitely going to try this.
    I am a bit skeptical about the results but worth a shot eh

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 7, 2012 at 02:15

      Let me know if it worked for you!

      Reply
  5. erin says

    September 7, 2012 at 04:32

    Why don’t people just eat healthy to begin with and buy clothes that fit properly then they wouldn’t have to do this. How much weight do you think this is actually going to take off??

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 7, 2012 at 11:53

      Erin, that would be the ideal case situation but unfortunately I am just a tad too prone to temptation 🙁 You are right though – I have clearly said that what you will lose is bloat and water weight. And the effects are only going to last for a few days. It’s a temporary quick-fix and not a long term solution.

      Reply
    • Paula says

      April 27, 2013 at 11:14

      Erin – that would be great. But none of us are perfect. Also – I have a ‘special event’ maybe once or twice a year. At least special enough that I worry THAT much about how I look. Those extra 5-10 pounds aren’t going to kill me, and a little extra boost to my self esteem sure is nice once in a while. And I am 45 and I’ve had two children, plus I have a chronic illness for which I take meds – which of course have the side effect of weight gain. I will never be model perfect again, but I would like to look a little better sometimes. Leave me alone if this is how it happens.

      Reply
    • Tiana says

      February 15, 2018 at 19:17

      Mood Killer Much?… That’s not what this post is about. geez

      Reply
  6. briana says

    September 7, 2012 at 07:49

    Doesn’t the tumeric stain your skin?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 7, 2012 at 13:21

      Hi Briana, have addressed this in the post update – pls see above.

      Reply
  7. tui says

    September 7, 2012 at 15:24

    are you sure genuine turmeric doesn’t stain? bc I use the fresh root (boiled) and it definitely stains clothes… i’m not sure about the skin.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 7, 2012 at 20:00

      The fresh root would stain the clothes when its pure. But normally when you mix it with other ingredients for a face pack, it should not stain the complexion. But everyone’s skin behaves differently, so I would def suggest doing a patch test!

      Reply
      • T says

        December 17, 2014 at 08:41

        I love to eat it. I use in as a mask. I drink it with almond milk and I brush my teeth with it. No problems and my teeth are pearly white.

        Reply
  8. Vanessa says

    September 12, 2012 at 12:16

    It sounds interesting and worth a try though I’m still unsure about the use of turmeric.. But maybe I should give it a shot once.

    Reply
  9. Stace says

    September 26, 2012 at 01:15

    Thanks so much! This worked really well for me and I felt so confident going out. It even lasted the next day! 🙂

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 26, 2012 at 18:18

      Glad it worked for you and tks for letting me know how it went 🙂

      Reply
  10. Naomi Warde says

    September 28, 2012 at 01:02

    Best way to lose weight fast is to drink lots of water, cut out processed carbohydrates, anything fried, and eat only lean proteins for the few weeks before an event! If you don’t eat enough to satisfy your hunger, you’re only going to feel worse and look worse. Day-of I would recommend a quick, light workout in the morning of your whole body – do just enough to tone your muscles, and stop if you get tired. Even though you won’t physically lose weight, a brief workout will make your muscles look better and make you feel better and more confident emotionally. That plus this wrap will make you feel invincible for the night!

    Reply
    • anubha says

      September 29, 2012 at 23:27

      That’s a great tip… thanks Naomi 🙂

      Reply
  11. Cassandra says

    November 4, 2012 at 07:57

    I tried this and it stained my skin (I used dry tumeric) for awhile but I used laundry soap which really helped alot to get it off. It works it helped make me fit into a shirt I haven’t worn in a while.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      November 4, 2012 at 12:43

      Dry turmeric normally stains far more than fresh one… but glad it worked for you!

      Reply
  12. Lizeth says

    December 7, 2012 at 03:34

    Is there any way to replace turmeric for other ingredient??? I´m from México and is really difficult to find it 🙁

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 7, 2012 at 10:29

      Try coffee!

      Reply
      • Lizeth says

        December 8, 2012 at 01:56

        Thank you! i´m totally trying this 🙂

        Reply
        • anubha says

          December 8, 2012 at 19:13

          And let me know how it goes!

          Reply
    • patty says

      September 16, 2014 at 22:25

      hola, en mexico es curcuma o azafran de la india

      Reply
  13. anasr00s says

    December 18, 2012 at 06:43

    Awesome tutorial ! Looking for dresses tips and guide here. Thank you

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 18, 2012 at 13:02

      🙂

      Reply
  14. Jazmyne says

    December 21, 2012 at 09:54

    is the rice suppose to be cooked or raw? how am i suppose to powder this rice?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 21, 2012 at 12:18

      Raw rice… you can powder it in a coffee grinder or a mixie.

      Reply
  15. Jill says

    December 23, 2012 at 23:36

    does it work immediatly after you rinse it off??

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 24, 2012 at 12:52

      About half an hour or so.

      Reply
  16. nereida says

    December 27, 2012 at 06:30

    How often can this wrap be done?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 28, 2012 at 03:46

      Twice a month is pretty good.

      Reply
  17. Saman says

    December 31, 2012 at 02:23

    Hey! My stomach seems to be popping out since a few days, and I was quite worried that I was not gonna look good in my dress but definitely gonna try this for new years tomorrow! 🙂 thanks! X

    Reply
    • anubha says

      December 31, 2012 at 12:59

      Hope it works for you! However, I would say one thing – it’s better to never try a new thing for the first time right before an important event.

      Reply
  18. SUZANNE says

    January 3, 2013 at 01:21

    The easiest way to take off an inch or two is simply to amply apply good old Preparation H to the problem area (tummy, waist, back fat, thighs) for about 20 minutes. Then first wipe off and then shower (otherwise you’ll have an unusual odor). I wouldn’t recommend this for everyday, however, it works for special occasions. Another tip: avoid all salt for a week prior to a special event. If you want to really melt the fat off, completely avoid ALL SUGAR for a week or two prior to your event. WARNING: you will be flying on a broom, however, it really works.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 3, 2013 at 21:15

      Sounds good!

      Reply
    • anubha says

      January 3, 2013 at 21:15

      Sounds good 🙂

      Reply
  19. Mara Galaleone says

    January 6, 2013 at 04:45

    is there a good substitute for turmeric? I don’t have any and would love to do this soon?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 6, 2013 at 13:34

      Try substituting it with coffee!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        November 26, 2015 at 10:20

        Do you substitute the coffee for the turmeric or the rice? Thank you. I’m definitely going to try this.

        Reply
  20. Melissa says

    January 7, 2013 at 04:42

    This sounds wonderful. I eat healthy but have been on a long term steroid for an auto immune disorder. I am on a high energy workout program but the steroids make a body retain water, so regardless if the workouts are helping me lose weight, I still feel bloated from the medication. I am going to try this little concoction today!

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 7, 2013 at 13:35

      Let me know how it went!!

      Reply
  21. Jeanie says

    January 7, 2013 at 21:04

    I shed those pounds forever – proper water intake, rest, eating right – works every time, and its permanent.
    In fact, a friend of mine truly believes his job is what is causing him to feel bad, but he’s forever at the doctor’s office, takes mounds of meds, and says things like: “I’m weak, I can’t do it, my job is killing me.” I told him his job didn’t determine what he put in his mouth. Oh, yea, he’s a bachelor, and he microwaves all his food, tsk, tsk, tsk.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 8, 2013 at 11:31

      I know people like that. In fact, I was a person like that – except that I never even microwaved the food since all I had were crisps and colas 🙁 Took a long time to mop up that mess!

      Reply
  22. VerySharriFashions says

    January 8, 2013 at 06:44

    If I go too long without eating, I just end up eating triple to make up for it.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 8, 2013 at 11:29

      Me too 🙁

      Reply
  23. Catherine says

    January 31, 2013 at 05:30

    How do you powder the rice?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      January 31, 2013 at 20:43

      In a blender.

      Reply
  24. Angelique says

    February 4, 2013 at 22:10

    Hi,

    Is there anyway we can get a solution to drop extra pounds forever without eating anything and working out… i do nite shifts and earn for a family of 7 and its hard to do work out to eat something daily to loose weight. i need something i can do on a weekly bases when i m off and loose weight for good. Please Help.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      February 5, 2013 at 15:21

      Hi Angelique, I truly feel you pain. And I admire you for being able to juggle so much. How do you stay sane?? Will research you query and get back ASAP.

      Reply
      • Angelique says

        February 6, 2013 at 18:08

        🙂 Its not as bad as it looks… I have 5 younger sisters so there are quiet co-operative but due to the fact me being extra pounds has been putting me outta my mind and that is the worst part of my life…

        Reply
        • anubha says

          February 9, 2013 at 01:45

          🙁 I feel your pain… lately have taken to running in the opposite direction when I encounter a shiny surface, so I don’t have to acknowledge my own reflection.

          Reply
  25. Kez says

    February 17, 2013 at 20:44

    Just done it, had to substitue the tumeric for coffee but MY GOSH does my skin feel good! No news yet on whether it works to drop me a size but I’d do it again just to have my skin feel this smooth!

    Reply
    • anubha says

      February 19, 2013 at 23:45

      so happy to hear that 🙂 🙂

      Reply
      • Kadri says

        March 6, 2014 at 15:47

        I used coffee and fresh ginger with white rice and wrapped my things and torso in plastic wrap for 20 mins. It’s only been a couple of hours so too soon to really tell if the water retention will go but my muscles feel lovely and warm and it was very relaxing… Would be a great winter treatment!

        Reply
        • Kadri says

          March 6, 2014 at 15:49

          *thighs!

          Reply
  26. kate says

    February 22, 2013 at 15:17

    How about heading to the gym!

    Reply
    • anubha says

      February 27, 2013 at 14:13

      That would work as well… but this is for a quick, short term fix 🙂

      Reply
  27. Abby says

    February 28, 2013 at 11:47

    This is going to be one of those secrets I use that make me look like a freaking genius in front of all my much smarter friends! I must share this with the world!! (this will be great for swim season!)

    Reply
    • anubha says

      March 1, 2013 at 21:01

      🙂 🙂

      Reply
  28. Darian says

    February 28, 2013 at 15:14

    I found this article a few days ago and just got the ingredients to try it. I hope it works! I’ll let you know how it goes!

    Reply
    • anubha says

      March 1, 2013 at 21:00

      Let me know how it went 🙂 🙂

      Reply
  29. Briana says

    April 7, 2013 at 04:17

    Hi I was wondering which type of coffee – original or decaf and should it be the coffee bean or can it already be bought grinded?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      April 8, 2013 at 12:29

      Pre-ground is fine but it needs to be the original. Decaf won’t work here.

      Reply
  30. cassidy says

    April 10, 2013 at 06:18

    im 12. is this okay for me?? will it damage anything???

    Reply
    • anubha says

      April 11, 2013 at 11:56

      Hi Cassidy, sorry for sounding old and boring but if you are 12 you really don’t need to bother about this stuff. I don’t know whether it will damage anything but You. Definitely. Don’t. Need. It.

      Reply
      • cait says

        May 29, 2014 at 07:33

        agreed 🙂 great message you are sending out, DO NOT WORRY ABOUT THIS STUFF AT A YOUNG AGE!! YOU!! LOOK!! GREAT!!

        Reply
  31. chelsea says

    April 11, 2013 at 13:58

    I use these same ingredients for body wraps & scrubs at my spa & it’s great- a tight wrap makes a difference too! Occasionally I’ll thrown in some ground green tea leaves for a nice detox.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      April 15, 2013 at 19:59

      wow… the green tea idea sounds awesome. Am sure it will kick up this recipe’s detox potential by a few notches. In fact, I am currently working on a green tea post… any further suggestions?

      Reply
  32. Summer says

    April 15, 2013 at 20:53

    Where can you get tumeric powder?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      April 15, 2013 at 20:58

      It’s usually available in all grocery stores. Or you can use coffee.

      Reply
  33. gabbsters says

    June 15, 2013 at 10:14

    Hi I was just wondering how long does this last? I’m planning on using it next saturday, but i will be heading to my destination on friday. Will it still be “working” all day saturday if i apply it friday afternoon?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      June 18, 2013 at 22:13

      Normally the effects last anywhere up to a couple of days but that depends on your individual body style!

      Reply
  34. Hi There says

    June 17, 2013 at 01:56

    Hi! Thanks you so much for this ”tutorial”. I have a question. For how long does the effect lasts? (sorry, my english is not very good, im not a native speaker)

    Reply
    • anubha says

      June 18, 2013 at 22:13

      your English is perfect… and the results normally last anywhere up to a couple of days.

      Reply
  35. Katherine Yang says

    June 24, 2013 at 07:26

    Y. HELP.
    My skin got stained from the turmeric. How do I get this off, ASAP.

    PLEASE HELP.

    Reply
    • anubha says

      June 25, 2013 at 00:20

      Mix water with sugar and scrub your face with it. Then wash off with warm water. And tell me if it works.

      Reply
  36. caftan maxi says

    July 10, 2013 at 09:37

    Hey there! Would you mind if I share your blog with my myspace group?
    There’s a lot of folks that I think would really enjoy your content. Please let me know. Cheers

    Reply
  37. s says

    July 21, 2013 at 19:49

    can you store the paste? or do you have to use it up the day you make it?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      July 23, 2013 at 12:41

      Preferably it should be used fresh. If you want to store, put it in a covered glass jar in the refrigerator.

      Reply
      • BengS says

        September 3, 2013 at 19:52

        Previous comments and replies seems it’s worth a try. One question though, would it be advisable to do this say, twice a month?

        Reply
        • anubha says

          September 4, 2013 at 01:20

          Twice a month should be ok but not more!

          Reply
  38. Nessa says

    March 8, 2014 at 13:50

    If I put this on my nose, will it make it smaller? And what about my chin?

    Reply
  39. Neha says

    June 13, 2014 at 13:30

    Hi,
    Can I use this technique for my face? My face looks so much bloated in pictures 🙁
    Will this trick work for face ?

    Reply
  40. Stephanie says

    June 17, 2014 at 04:46

    Can you save the paste and maybe refrigerate it and use it again later?

    Reply
    • anubha says

      June 18, 2014 at 19:55

      you should keep it in a covered glass bowl in the refrigerator – it would normally stay for up to a week this way.

      Reply
  41. Sadia Komal says

    November 24, 2014 at 16:48

    Hmm, nice tutorial – thnx

    Reply
  42. obat pelangsing perut says

    December 15, 2014 at 08:25

    that would be great. But none of us are perfect. Also – I have a ‘special event’ maybe once or twice a year. At least special enough that I worry THAT much about how I look. Those extra 5-10 pounds aren’t going to kill me, and a little extra boost to my self esteem sure is nice once in a while. And I am 45 and I’ve had two children, plus I have a chronic illness for which I take meds – which of course have the side effect of weight gain. I will never be model perfect again, but I would like to look a little better sometimes. Leave me alone if this is how it happens.

    Reply
  43. louise says

    January 23, 2015 at 22:04

    Did anyone try it with coffee and if so did it work??

    Reply
  44. bf guru says

    April 14, 2015 at 21:24

    What qualities do these ingredients have that would make one loose a dress size?What works for me is using a waist trimmer belt and do high intensity workout. I see water weight comes right off my waist.

    Reply
  45. Pat says

    June 2, 2015 at 22:14

    If this works for you, you are probably taking in too much salt overall. Try to reduce the amount you eat regularly and enjoy the benifits all the time. By the way, you know it’s not just the salt you put on your food, but the large amounts of salt in processed and restaurant foods that really cause you to retain water. I’ve been put on a cardiac diet (less than 1500 mg of salt a day) and have gone down two dress sizes.

    Reply
  46. Papaya says

    June 26, 2015 at 23:42

    Quick question, I have worked with fresh turmeric before and it definitely stains your skin a bright yellow-orange color, will this happen to me if i rub myself down in this mixture?
    Also, what is the best way to grind the rice (as I do not own a mortar and pestle)?

    Reply
  47. Khady Thiam says

    November 6, 2015 at 23:35

    What an interesting idea! This may be something to bookmark for use when the holidays roll around. There’s a dress I really want to fit into, and this might just take me down to exactly where I need to be. Thanks!

    Reply
  48. Meghan says

    September 30, 2016 at 18:38

    Ca you eat and drink water after using this?

    Reply
  49. aima says

    January 24, 2018 at 17:08

    Hi. Looks like a great tip. Can I use it for 3 consecutive days?

    Reply
  50. Fidha says

    April 6, 2018 at 11:38

    Haha..! Absolutely, loved the idea. While everyone is looking to burn fat quickly (some even looks to burn multiple kilograms in a day 😐 on Google), this post approached it differently — Make your fabric loose!!

    Enjoyed the article.

    Reply

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Looking for an anti-stress fragrance? ⁣
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A fragrance that pulls you from the chaos into a sense of calm. Which can drop your blood pressure and make your body feel less wound up. 💚💚⁣
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First we need to talk about “forest bathing” — scientifically proven for reducing stress and bringing our mind and body into balance. 🌳🌿🌱🍃⁣
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In fact, the Japanese are even known to medically prescribe shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, which is about spending time in a forest. ⁣
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There's no jogging, no hiking (and no bathing)... only immersing yourself in nature.⁣
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Science establishes that this practise has very real benefits, including:⁣
— Stress reduction⁣
— Decreased inflammation⁣
— Drop in blood pressure⁣
— Increased positivity⁣
— Heightened immunity⁣
— Better sleep⁣
— Better skin⁣
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Unfortunately though, this is becoming impossible in the chaos of city living.⁣
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Which is why I have been LOVING The Nue Co’s Forest Lungs. Inspired by forest bathing, this is literally the next best thing to walking in a forest. 💚🌿🌿💚⁣
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Green, woody, citrus and smoky, it mimics the effects of nature in more ways than one. ⁣
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There is, of course, the fragrance itself — a blend of bergamot, vetiver, cedarwood and pine.⁣
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But more important are the phytoncides: the  organic compounds produced by trees, which when inhaled, are both physically and emotionally healing.⁣
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You will find me spraying it liberally on high stress days or when I need some centering. In about 15 minutes, I feel myself sinking into a state of calm… a state of relaxation.⁣
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It’s like walking deep into the woods, under a canopy of lush green trees, feet sinking into the leaves and moss and fallen flowers. 🍀☘️🌿🍃⁣
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It helps me just breathe easier, be less on the edge, have more bandwidth to focus. ⁣
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Drop a 💚 if you could use some stress relief as well right now!⁣
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#thenueco #fragrance #foresttherapy #forestlover #forestbathingtherapy #forestbathing #shinrinyoku #perfume #stressrelief #natureheals #intotheforest #aromatherapy #naturetherapy #forestlovers #natureaddict #functionalfragrance #wellness #antistress #stressrelief  #bringtheoutsidein #forestlungs #selfcare
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Are you a sexy red? Or a demure ballet pink? Or maybe a bold and daring black? Fact is that whether they’re glammed up with sparkly polish or left unadorned, nails can tell a lot about a person. ❤️💙💜💛🖤💚⁣
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Try to remember for a moment, what’s your instant assessment when you see someone wearing black nail polish? Now do you see my point? And does it make you wonder exactly what secrets your own nails are spilling?⁣
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Swipe to see the scoop from colour psychology experts, who explain how your choice of nail polish could be making that first impression for you. 😎😻⁣
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So, what nail polish color do you typically wear? And don’t cheat and say clear! Personally, I am all about a burnished gold or a soft glitter. You?⁣
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PS: Click on the link in bio for more nail polish colors — including black and nude — and what they are secretly revealing about you.⁣
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AND save this post for your next nail polish pick!⁣
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#nailpolishcolor #blacknailpolish #rednailpolish #pinknailpolish #nudenailpolish #bluenailpolish #glitternails #glitternailart #glitternailpolish #nailpolishcolors #nailpolishlover #blacknails #nailpolish #nailpolishlove #nailsofinstagram #nailgoals #nailsonfleek #nailtrends #nailonpoint #bluenails #greennails #colorfulnails #glitternails #nailsinspo #trendynails #purplenails #nailstagram #whitenails #nailpolishaddict #nailpolishjunkie
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Tell me you’re falling for the autumn vibes without telling me you’re falling for the autumn vibes 🍁🍂🥮⁣
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Double tap if you love Fall as much as I do ❤️🧡🧡❤️⁣
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#fallcolours #changingseasons #autumnlight #autumnfood #autumnalvibes #iloveautumn #seasonschange #fallcolors #autumncollection #leaveschanging #autumnlook #fallphotography #fallfashion #favouriteseason #autumndays #cozyfall #favoriteseason #autumnfeels #autumninspiration #autumnleaves #autumnwalks #autumvibes #autumncolors #autumnaesthetic #autumnoutfits #fallvibes #coloursofautumn #autumnvibes #falldecor
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Happy happy happy happy first wedding anniversary to the most gorgeous, amazing, special, insane, crazy and cool couples I know. May you hold each other forever, hands and hearts ♥️ ⁣
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#happyweddinganniversary #weddinganniversary #anniversary #happyoneyearanniversary
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A flower a day keeps the gloomies away 🌸🌹🌻🌼⁣
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Do you love fresh flowers as much as I do?? Which ones are your favourites??⁣
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#bouquetofflowers #flowers #floraldecor #flowerseverywhere #flowervase #flowersphotography #flowershot #prettyflowers #cutflowers #flowerphotos #cottagecoreaesthetic #flowersgram #floralinspiration #flowersinstagram #flowerofinstagram #flowerslover #floweraddict #floralstyling #flowerarrangements #flowerdecoration #flowersmakemesmile ⁣
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Close your eyes and imagine you are stretched out on a freshly made bed. A bed layered with clean, crisp linen sheets that have been drying in an idyllic, rural backyard all day. ⁠⁣
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There’s the lingering warmth of a languid summer day. ⁠☀️☀️☀️☀️⁣
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The cooling freshness of the sheer breeze blowing off dewy grass. ⁠🌾🌾⁣
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The embrace of wildflowers. ⁠🌻🌹🌸🌼⁣
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And the coziness of putting on clothes straight from the dryer after you step out of a long, languid bubble bath. ⁠🛁👚⁣
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That’s Clean Classic’s Soft Laundry eau de parfum: Clean, cool, comforting.⁠⁣
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With top notes of bergamot, pear and a marine accord that bring a burst of freshness the second you spritz on the fragrance. A middle of jasmine, waterlily and iris to bring home sun-drenched meadows. And a base of musk, amber and sandalwood to envelop you in a sense of well being.⁠ 🥰🥰⁣
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This is a perfume I can wear every day. Mornings, afternoons, evenings. ⁠⁣
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And while it’s not technically a nighttime, “going out” fragrance, I have had so many compliments whenever it’s remained on my skin for a party (because it has great longevity — so, if I have sprayed it on in the morning, there’s still a flicker late in the evening!). ⁠⁣
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It’s just so comforting and fresh and casual — light and perfect for layering.⁠⁣
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And, like all Clean’s fragrances, it’s made up of clean, sustainable ingredients. Even the corn-derived cellophane wrapper is biodegradable and compostable.⁠ 🌿🌱⁣
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In short: It’s pure love for me. The hug I need as the day begins. The freshness that cools down my afternoons. The trail of comfort that goes with me through the day.⁠⁣
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What’s YOUR favorite daytime scent?⁠⁣
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@cleanbeauty_collective #myclean #cleanbeautycollective #cleanatsephora #cleanreserve #nontoxicbeauty #ecobeauty #nontoxicfragrance #cleanfragrance #cleanperfume #cleanreservesoftlaundry #freshfragrance #freshperfume #sustainableperfume #sustainablefragrance #sustainablebeauty #freshlinenscent #scentoftheday #fragrancelover #fragranceoftheday #perfumelover #summeryperfume #perfumelovers #perfumecollection #perfumeoftheday #perfume #joyinthesmallthings ⁠⁣
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Starting the week with some Van Gogh vibes 🌻☀️☀️🌻⁣
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#sunflowers #sunflower #flowers #yellow #sunshine #flowersofinstagram #summervibes #flowerstagram #sunflowerlove #flowerpower #yellowflowers #sunnyday #vangogh #sunflowersofinstagram #freshflowers #sunflowerlover #goldenhour #wildflowers #summerflowers #sunflowergarden #sunflowerseason #sunflowerbouquet #flowerlover #flowerlovers #sunflowerfield #yellowflowers #flowerphotography #sunflowerfields #igreels #findingjoyinthesmallthings ⁣
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Yes. And Yes. But you need to keep some things in mind for skin icing to be safe AND effective. (Plus, how gorgeous are these flower ice balls that are super-simple to make at home)? ⁣
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Benefits of icing your face:⁣
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🧊Reduces puffiness and inflammation⁣
🧊Helps minimize acne⁣
🧊Reduces redness⁣
🧊Makes pores look smaller⁣
🧊Tightens the skin⁣
🧊Soothes a sunburn⁣
🧊Reduces dark circles and puffiness under the eyes⁣
🧊Boosts blood circulation to gives you an instant glow⁣
🧊It’s super-refreshing!⁣
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How to ice your face — safely and effectively:⁣
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🔹If you have sensitive skin, don’t apply ice to it directly. Instead, wrap the ice cubes in a soft towel or muslin cloth.⁣
🔹Don’t hold the ice to one area of your face… keep moving it around constantly in small circular motions.⁣
🔹Don’t ice more than once a day.⁣
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As for these gorgeous ice cubes you see here. Simply pop a few small flowers, leaves and herbs into your ice tray along with the water… they will freeze into utterly gorgeous pieces of art. 🌸🌼🌿🌱⁣
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You can even use them for some super-cool looking beverages, if you can get your hands on some edible flowers.⁣
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The easiest way to elevate your skincare and turn it into a self care experience, right? 💙💙💙💙⁣
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Save this reel for your next skincare/self care moment.⁣
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#joyinthesmallthings #faceicing #facialicing #skinicing #icefacial #icemassage #coldtherapy #skincaretips #icetherapy #beautyhacks #cryotherapy #floralicecubes #underthefloralspell #flowersofinstagram #flowericecubes #icing #iceyourskin
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The perfect red lipstick doesn’t exi—. But it does! ⁣
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Red lipstick is my love language and after going through about 54738648957868768 of them in my 15-year career as a beauty editor, let me tell you that GXVE Beauty’s Original Me Matte Lipstick and I'm Still Here Matte Liquid Lipstick are real thing 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻⁣
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Let’s say that again: The. Real. Thing.⁣
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@gxvebeauty — the makeup brand by @gwenstefani — could have been just another one of those celeb launches with all the form and none of the function.⁣
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With one small difference: Gwen has some serious real world makeup experience. ⁣
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Before the Grammy-bedazzled music career, she worked as a makeup artist. And to date, she continues to do her own makeup for the stage. 🎙🎙⁣
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AND she spent 4 years formulating her makeup line along with some of the best brains in the business.⁣
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The result? High performance formulas that deliver.⁣
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My favorites are the red lipsticks, an obvious starting point as Stefani made it her signature look in the 90s. 💄💄💄💄⁣
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‘I’m Still Here’ is a budge-proof liquid lipstick that’s intensely pigmented, dries down to a matte finish and is super lightweight.⁣
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‘Original Recipe’ is Gwen's signature true red — a luxurious, velvety matte that will stay on for hours without drying out your lips.⁣
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Both shades have the happiness of those rare reds that work with all complexions, so you don’t need to play guessing games with undertones and overtones 💋💋💋⁣
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And both are clean, vegan, and cruelty-free.⁣
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So, yes… the perfect red lipstick does exist. With GXVE. Which, by the way, is pronounced as “give" and was inspired by how Gwen’s signed her name forever — Gx. That’s Gwen with a kiss 💋⁣
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Are you Camp Red Lipstick? Or Camp Subtle? C’mon… SHARE!⁣
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#gxvebeauty #redlips #redlipstick #gwenstefani #makeuplover #makeupoftheday #glammakeup #liquidlipstick #mattelipstick #redlips #redlip #lipstickswatch #lipstickmatte #makeuplook #lipstickjunkie #makeuponfleek #lipsticklover #lipstickaddict #lipstickoftheday #redlipsticks #redlipstickday #redlipsticklover #redlipsticklook #gxve #cleanmakeup #cleanmakeupproducts #veganmakeup #veganmakeupproducts #lipstickday⁣
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Lipstick? Sculpture? Something to casually swipe across your lips? Or a pure work of art?⁠⁣
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Somehow @florasis.official is the rare unicorn that manages to combine all these opposites into one GORGEOUS makeup offering that looks just as dramatic on your vanity as it does on your lips. 💄💄💄💄💄💄⁠⁣
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Scratch that actually... what it needs is its own glass box and spotlight. Get the lips out of the way!!!!!⁠⁣
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This modern Chinese brand is bringing to life heritage Asian legends and crafts for makeup products that have an instant heirloom quality. I mean, hold this intricately engraved lipstick in your hands and you will feel regal. I promise!⁠⁣
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And it's not a superficial feeling. It's one borne from an authentic mastery of the crafts. ⁠⁣
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Florasis has assembled some of the best artists in China — including Zhou Chunyi, a Master of Miniature Carving, who has collaborated on these carved lipsticks that are inspired by Chinese relief sculpture. 💋👨‍🎨👨‍🎨💋⁠⁣
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The brand also sources local floral essences and medicinal plant extracts for its color cosmetics. These Love Lock lipsticks, for instance, contains extracts of Dendrobium Nobile (an orchid native to southern China) and lotus flower — two beauty ingredients that were highly prized by indigenous Chinese beauties. 🪷🪷🪷🪷🪷🪷⁠⁣
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I still haven't swatched this one because it's just too pretty to touch but I promise to get there soon 😭😭 ⁠⁣
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Till then, I will just take it out every once in a while and soak up the pure joy it brings me ❤️🥰⁠⁣
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However, other friends who have been able to get around to actually using them (heartbreak city!) tell me they are super pigmented, lightweight and wear for a long, long time without fading or feathering. ⁠⁣
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AND you don't need a passport to get your hands on one — they are available on Amazon (link in bio). 🗺️🌏️⁠⁣
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Would you buy a product and then tuck it away because you can't bear to spoil the way it looks? Or is that just me 🫣😳😵🥶⁠⁣
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#florasis #lovelocklipstick #lipstick #lipstickaddict #makeupfinds #engravedlipstick #instabeauty #redlipstick #lipsticklover #makeupphotography
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Buy a perfume and save the earth? Sounds lofty and no one product can actually undo the mess we have made of our planet. But kudos to brands that are trying.⁣
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One of my favorites is @guerlain, which supports the super-endangered bee population through its Guerlain for Bees Conservation Programme. Through this weekend, 20% of the brand's sales will go to the Programme, which runs bee schools, sustainability initiatives & supports beekeepers through the year.⁣
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A great fit, given the beauty brand's long association with bees — ever noticed that their iconic perfume bottles are adorned with a myriad of bees? ⁣
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[Scroll through for closeups — and click the link in bio for whole history of Guerlain and the bees. Trust me, it's FASCINATING.] ⁣
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But why are bees so important? Aren’t they just a pain? And can’t we just live without honey? 🤷🏻‍♀️⁣
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Well, when you consider that 90% of the world’s flowering plants & more than 35% of the food crops rely on these tiny, buzzy workers for pollination — and hence survival — do you still think we can live without them? ⁣
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It’s not just honey, it’s about EVERYTHING. The food we eat, the flowers we love, the life we enjoy. Basically, bees may be the third most important thing for humans after the sun & water. 🐝🐝⁣
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As Einstein said: “If the bee disappeared off the surface of the globe, man would only have four years of life left. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man.” 🌾🌺🥀🌻⁣
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And these bees ARE disappearing at a frightening rate. Think pesticides, deforestation, WiFi signals, mono-cropping… it’s all causing bees to die out. 🌍🌏⁣
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The problem is so serious that the United Nations has designated a World Bee Day (it’s today!). So, how can we help? Some of the easiest ways:⁣
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🐝 Buy raw honey from local farmers ⁣
🐝 Reduce the use of pesticides, fungicides or herbicides⁣
🐝 Get bee-friendly plants for your garden⁣
🐝 Leave a water bowl outside for the pollinators⁣
🐝 Support bee-conscious brands — my other favorites are @burtsbees, @trudon and @gisou ⁣
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And share this post to raise awareness... the decline of bees affects us all!⁣
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Drop a 🐝 in the comments if you agree!
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#currentvibes⁠⁣
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Or, as Lorelai Gilmore would say: "I can’t stop drinking the coffee. I stop drinking the coffee, I stop doing the standing, and the walking, and the words-putting-into-sentences doing.”⁠⁣
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#coffeeisinspiration #coffeeisselfcare ⁠⁣
#coffeelover #coffeeaddict #coffeegram #coffeelovers #coffeelove #coffeeislife #butfirstcoffee #coffeeholic ⁠⁣
#bossbabe #inspirationalquotes #positivethoughts ⁠⁣
#entrepreneurlife #mood #vibes ⁠⁣
#motivationalquotes #happiness @gilmoregirls #gilmoregirlscoffee #coffeequotes #coffeevibes #coffeeoftheday #coffeepeople #coffeeislove #coffeecommunity #coffeeplease
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If, like me, you think of perfumes as one of life’s little joyful luxuries, Lancôme’s new Oui, La Vie est Belle is a fragrance that will tick all your boxes. ⁣
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Oui, La Vie est Belle… Yes, Life is Beautiful. 💖💝⁣
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So beautiful that it’s like a shower of dazzling fireworks… etched in gold on the iconic bottle. ✨✨✨✨⁣
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So beautiful that it’s like the bottle which evokes the rounded imprint of a smile at the heart of a crystal square. ⁣
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So beautiful that it’s dressed with the juiciness of raspberries, underlined with uplifting patchouli and overflowing with happy, gorgeous flowers like the powdery Iris, seductive jasmine, opulent Damascene rose and spicy ylang-ylang. 🌹🏵🏵🌹⁣
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So beautiful that it makes me want to sparkle from the inside out. 🌟⭐️🌟✨⁣
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Oui, La Vie est Belle. Yes, life is beautiful. And this perfume has become my reminder of that uplifting, reaffirming fact every single day. It inspires me to take pleasure in the little moments. It lifts my spirits when things get tough. It shines and sparkles when I slip into a silk dress for a night out with friends. And it radiates pure bliss when I don my oldest PJs and snuggle up with a good book for a night all to myself.⁣
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Life is joyfully, utterly beautiful. So is this limited edition fragrance. I promise.⁣
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@lancomeofficial #Lancome #LaVieEstBelle #lancomeofficial #lancomeperfume #lancomeparis #lancomelavieestbelle #lancomebeauty #lancomehappiness
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