Hello everyone! Instead of doing the usual Friday’s Favourites or Tried and Tested segment this week, I thought I’d give you a little treat – a giveaway! Our first major one with a pool of prizes worth over $600.00. I know it’s not as big as what we’ve done for the last two giveaways, but I thought I’d start out small for our very first one. The theme is Love Thyself, because Valentines Day is near and hey, who better to love than ourselves first! So, the prizes in this giveaway is all about taking good care of yourselves. There are 11 packs to be won, meaning – 11 winners! So, don’t just sit there, read on to find out what we’ve got on offer.
- EcoStore – 3 x Body Packs rrp$129 (total)
You’ve heard me rave about the products from EcoStore in my final Friday’s Favourites and last week’s Friday’s Favourites. Love their products and the fact that they are not just eco-friendly, but human friendly too – and by that I mean no nasties that could harm our skin. There are 3 packs to giveaway, each to the value of approximately $43. In the pack we’ve got 1 x body lotion (200ml) , 1 x body butter (250g) and 1 x body wash (400ml).
- Arbonne – Lips & Eyes Make-up Set rrp$103.00
You’ve seen me show you how to create a little touch of golden glitter with my Valentine’s Day make-up look using Arbonne’s Lip Polish, now you can experiment your own glamorous look with the set that is in this prize pack – 1x Lipstick in Candy - a gorgeous mauve toned lipstick that is long-wearing, feather resistant and conditions as well as hydrates your lips, a lip liner to match in Pink Mauve and to complete your look, a liquid eyeliner. Arbonne’s cosmetics range is a collection of lightweight formula that is great for your skin, eyes and lips. Using their exclusive Optilight Technology, it promises to help create a soft focus effect to blur imperfections and promote a healthy glow.
- C Coconut Water – 3 x Cartons rrp$100.80 (total)
Want to be transported to somewhere tropical? Well, at least in your mind. Thanks to C Coconut Water, I’ve got 3 packs to giveaway – 1 carton each with a pack of 12 packs for 3 lucky winners. I rated this as one of the must-have items to survive the Summer heat and even if Summer is almost at its end, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a little bit of the tropics! Being Australia’s first 100% Pure Organic Coconut Water, you know you’ve got it freshly packed straight from the coconut to you.
- L’Occitane – Pleasure Pack rrp$86.90
Who doesn’t like to be pampered with luscious body cream that has a gorgeous scent of lingering flowers and why not light up an aromatic candle with the scent of vanilla, white musk, jasmine and spices? What a way to delve into a night of decadence. With L’Occitane’s Cherry Blossom Petal-Soft Body Cream you can! A brand of products that was created by Olivier Baussan, L’Occitane create beauty products that are devoted to your well-being by bringing nature, research and phytotherapy together. Concentration of parabens, chemical sun filters, phthalates and silicones are either replaced or limited to ensure that you get the best products. The Cherry Blossom Petal-Soft Body Cream (250ml) has been enriched with cherry kernel oil, to leave your skin feeling soft and supple. The Amber Scented Candle diffuses the natural scent derived from bee hives that are kept near lavender fields in the Provencal village of Valensole. It has been packaged in a simple yet rustic looking hexagon shaped tin and promises 20 hours of burning time for your pleasure.
Bring on the pinks with this gorgeous pack from Orly. The Nail Care Pack includes a set of the I Heart Nails pack, with four 5.4ml bottles of gorgeous colours in different shades of pink! There’s Passionfruit, a hot neon pink shade, Butterflies, a deep lolly pink creme, Forever Crimson, a gorgeous dark crimson with a subtle shimmer and Cotton Candy, a really sweet pastel pink. In the pack are also 3 products that will keep your nails looking good – Primetime (18ml) a primer for your nails, Bonder (18ml) like a basecoat for your nails, and the new Polishield (18ml) an all-in-one topcoat that not only helps to keep your nail colour from chipping but also giving you high shine and UV filters that protect your colour from fading.
With the new range from Avon, you know that you can slow down the ageing process on your skin. The Genics range is designed to help you reclaim up to 10 years of visible youth. As tested by 2,500 women, over 200 scientists have worked together using the patented YouthGen Technology to create this amazing new range. It promises to reduce wrinkles, dullness, discolouration and loss of skin firmness due to ageing.
Cool Gelmat from rrp$79
Finally, something that will not only help you reduce your electrical bill by NOT using the air-conditioner at night, but also help you get that much needed beauty sleep; the Cool Gelmat – my new best friend. Another product that is under my must-have for surviving Summer. A mat that helps keep you cool whilst you’re sleeping, and surprisingly isn’t a gimmick, all thanks to the gel pads that are placed inside this mat. If you’re keen on grabbing yourself one now, you can do so via their site and get 20% off your purchase when you enter the code Norlin.
So, how can you go into the draw to win one of these amazing packs? Simply fill in the form with your details and leave a comment in the comments section telling me what do you do to treat or pamper yourself. The giveaway closes on the 2nd March 2012
Baubles, Bubbles & Bags
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emmabovary
February 10, 2012 at 2:25 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I definitely don’t pamper myself enough, but when I do there is nothing better than sitting on the couch with my Kindle and a hot chocolate, after I’ve slathered a hydrating face mask on my mug! That way I’m helping my skin, my brain and ingesting calcium;P Great competition hun, and a Happy Valentines Day to you xoxo
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meedee
February 10, 2012 at 2:26 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Being a Mum of 3 girls its not often that im actually left alone so if ever the occassion arrives I delight in simply taking the opportunity to read a book in peace and quiet. Might not sound exciting to many but for me thats food for my soul.
Beauty Snippets
February 10, 2012 at 2:32 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I close the door to my room – locking everyone and everything out. I read a couple of trashy magazines, chick lit books or watch my guilty pleasure TV shows (Desperate Housewives, Gossip Girl, 90210 etc). I love simple pleasures like this
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Natalie Stoute
February 10, 2012 at 2:34 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Nothing is more divine that an indulgent soak in a deep bubble bath with a glass of bubbles. The only sound I hear is the faint fizz of the champagne….. absolute heaven ?
Narelle Rock
February 10, 2012 at 2:34 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I make sure I take some time out for myself once every couple of months, having 4 kids, it’s hard to get that time, but even if it’s just a movie, or having my hair done, any time alone is something special that I need to keep me sane!
Maybel Huang
February 10, 2012 at 2:42 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by lathering myself with nice scented body butter and just relax with a good book or movie and chocolate delights!
Michelle johanson
February 10, 2012 at 2:50 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself with physical torture…bootcamp! Strange but true, a couple of hours each week to get hot and sweaty makes me feel great!
Raelene Graham
February 10, 2012 at 5:11 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Kid free retail therapy!
Helps save my sanity!
Relaxed,revitalized,no longer drained
Unfortunately- spending drives hubby insane!
Alyce {Blossom Heart}
February 10, 2012 at 5:27 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Pampering for me is making time to get creative – sewing, quilting, scrapping. Followed by a nice, long hot shower to relieve my stiff neck and shoulders!
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Mary Preston
February 10, 2012 at 9:18 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
If I have 5 minutes to myself I consider it’s a good day. I love to read, so this time is mine to have a cup of tea & read my book. It’s Heavenly. It’s the simple pleasures that can mean the world.
Cyndie
February 11, 2012 at 12:22 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To treat myself I buy myself good quality cosmetics and organic skin care products, which don’t contain all of the nasty chemicals. I also like to eat good quality chocolate and read books.
Tracy Boulter
February 11, 2012 at 12:36 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
My idea of pampering is a visit to the hairdresser for a trim and colour, I come out feeling confident and revitalized and as all us girls know a good hairdresser is a treasure.
Alice B.
February 11, 2012 at 2:19 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love getting a relaxing massage once a month. I look forward to it and it feels great to get the tension and knots out of my muscles.
Melissa K
February 11, 2012 at 8:08 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love treating myself to a captivating book and a glass of wine after a busy long day…
Roxanne
February 11, 2012 at 9:27 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by preparing a delicious meal that I cannot afford on a regular basis, ie a rack of lamb, a big fillet of fresh salmon or some duck. I accompany this with a nice bottle of merlot and leave the kitchen messy til morning – cleaning will only reverse my pampered state of mind, or so I tell myself!
Alice Mitchell
February 11, 2012 at 10:45 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
when I can find some time in my busy schedule, i like to pamper myself with a long soak in the hot tub, a chilled glass of wine and a good book , there’s nothing better
Lee
February 11, 2012 at 11:08 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I get my partner to look after the kids while I go out and get my hair and nails done, meet the girls for a coffee and go shopping
It happens only a few times a year but it’s worth it!
Donna Reed
February 11, 2012 at 12:56 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I have a remedial massage followed by a spa and sauna session at my local gym.
Danielle Klyn
February 11, 2012 at 1:07 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by leaving enough time for myself to put myself together before I leave my house. I always apply my make-up and fix my hair, even if I’m only going to run errands. I also give myself a facial once a week and when I have extra time I get a professional pedicure & manicure.
Daena Carruth
February 11, 2012 at 1:57 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper my self by having a nice long shower when ever my children are out of the house so no one is banging on the door bothering me…
klarinette
February 11, 2012 at 2:07 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
An invigorating foot bath, followed by a relaxing soak in a tub of scented bubbles and aromatic candles, never fails to revitalise me, only wish I could do it more often!
Antonietta
February 11, 2012 at 3:06 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
When I get a chance, I like to take a hot bubble bath in quiet, candles lit and just relax until I feel that all my troubles have floated away and I can take on the world once again
karen
February 11, 2012 at 4:24 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I close the door, turn up the music, put on a paper mask and let the world slip away
Britney
February 11, 2012 at 4:26 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Hot bubble bath, with candles! Put on a robe, lay in bed indulge in favourite chocolates, then give myself a manicure.
Tine
February 11, 2012 at 5:46 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I save my facial masks for the weekend when I get to relax and read. I also schedule to use my fancypants bath crystals and body cream for the weekend as well, so that I can use all of these on the same evening. Candles in the room, jazz playing in the background, a book/magazine for me. Bliss!
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Paula Malone
February 11, 2012 at 9:18 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Love my 5 minutes a day of peace and quiet, to recharge the batteries!
wendie hammel
February 11, 2012 at 10:23 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Relaxing in the bath with a face mask on with a nice scrub from body to foot and a rinse in the shower. Do my nails then a total body moisturize and a powder and a nice spray of scent. Wear my favorite jeans and top and go for a nice walk for an hour, this is relaxing.
JAZ MARIE
February 11, 2012 at 10:46 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I bathe in cocnut oil for an hour once a week and it makes me feel like a brand new baby, as it soothes my skins and makes my hair fluffy
Krissi
February 12, 2012 at 1:50 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To pamper myself… I make myself a coconut oil and brown sugar scrub. Nothing better
Kristy
February 12, 2012 at 7:27 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
My papering is from my wonderful husband, when the stress gets to much from uni and 4 year old he runs me a hot bath with candles and then gives me massage and foot therapy, nothing better and costs nothing but his love, a never ending resource.
KarenB
February 12, 2012 at 7:13 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I’ve started taking time out to prepare a healthy juice for breakfast every couple of days and I’m really enjoying it! It feels like I’m pampering myself from the inside out and I’m starting to notice that my skin is looking better than it has in a very long time – now that is a great confidence boost! Even my husband has been giving it a go and loves it too (much to my surprise!?!). Next step is to give C Coconut Water a try and maybe mix it up with some of the juice for an extra kick! I hear it is great stuff!
Courtney Greig
February 13, 2012 at 10:34 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Im a mum to a beautiful daughter & I work part-time – time for me time is very rare. But when i do get time its a soak in the bath with a good book or magazine or painting my toes once shes gone to bed.
Shu
February 13, 2012 at 12:09 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Having Hershey’s Kisses while enjoying a cup of hot soy latte are the best combinations to kick start and pamper myself on a Monday morning!
Anni
February 13, 2012 at 12:45 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by placing an eye mask over my eyes while cuddled up in bed for a power siesta.
michaela
February 13, 2012 at 5:03 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Pamper? What’s that? The only “Pamper” in our household is the nappy kind! (Mum of 5boys and 1 little princess)
Paulette
February 13, 2012 at 7:05 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Casual home-made pampering. Candles, coke and cake.
Sonia
February 13, 2012 at 7:51 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love a good Arbonne facial cleanse, followed by freshly manicured nails and a relaxing massage from the boyfriend.. ahhh bliss
Jen Sharpe
February 13, 2012 at 10:56 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I would love to try the Gel Cool Mat.
Sue
February 15, 2012 at 12:49 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Sadly I don’t do anything for myself, but I do this by choice, as I get enjoyment out of spending money on my children. Love seeing them happy.
Lea Black
February 15, 2012 at 9:39 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself with a few extra minutes in the bath, relishing in peace and quiet when the kids arent home
Lady Fabulous
February 16, 2012 at 2:20 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love to give myself mani/pedi’s to relax, preferably in front of a chick flick. There’s something about the combination of warm water, berry scrub, nail polish and Sandra Bullock that makes me giddy.
Probably the nail polish more than anything, LOL!
Trish
February 16, 2012 at 8:10 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
The closest I get to pampering myself is to wash my hair at the moment. I used to fill my bath with bubbles and rose petals from my garden.
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Lizzy
February 16, 2012 at 8:24 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Once a month I take a friend and I shout her and I a manicure and a movie before we pick the kids up from school. Nice quite time.
Michelle
February 16, 2012 at 9:44 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To treat or pamper myself I run a nice hot bubble bath & relax with a wine
Kim Miller
February 17, 2012 at 1:33 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I indulge in a bubblebath with a good book and chocolates.
Linda Eaton
February 17, 2012 at 10:16 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
How do I pamper myself?
Pop my favourite music on, grab
A glass of Sauvignon Blanc, place
Mor scented candles around the tub to create a little ambience,
Pour in loads of bubble bath,
Ease myself into the warm, scented water and
RELAX!
Sadly it doesn’t happen often enough, but hey that just makes it so much more special when it does happen!!
KAREN J WILSON
February 17, 2012 at 11:34 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Weekend away with some luxury input. Thankyou.
tina
February 17, 2012 at 12:35 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
i have a shower by myself…..not too exciting….but with 4 kids ranging from 14 months to 19 years, that 5 minutes alone is incomparable
Yu
February 17, 2012 at 1:23 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I like to take a bath with essential oils, put on my favourite music, light up some scented candles, shut off my mind to the world and just let my worries get lost in the music and atmosphere. Unfortunately I don’t have a bathtub so I have to go to my mums hehe
love u mum. x
Jessica Yeo
February 17, 2012 at 3:01 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I take myself out for lunch with the baby along for the ride! I make sure he’s asleep in the pram and then I stroll into a lovely cafe and order myself something yummy! It’s a precious hour that I get to sit and eat quietly and it clears my head.
Anna
February 17, 2012 at 6:48 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Put on fresh sheets, scrub every inch of my body and jump in to bed with an eyemask and earplugs.
Can you hear the bliss?
Tomomi
February 17, 2012 at 7:23 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
It starts with chocolate and ends with a jog to remove the guilt. Anything in between is immaterial.
Sheree Coleman
February 17, 2012 at 8:19 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
When the kids go to bed,
mummy’s time has begun!
in a bath with bubbles
I rest my head,
now this is pampering fun!
Emily
February 18, 2012 at 12:25 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by heading off to the rainforest for a few hours with my camera; after wandering around taking photos of waterfalls, moss, mushrooms, and bugs, I feel refreshed and happy. There’s nothing like having a hobby that you love to make you feel content!
Rachel
February 18, 2012 at 1:58 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I turn off the computer(and TV if it is on), mobile phone and landline phone, light some scented candles, open all the doors and windows of my home. I then close my eyes and lay back in my recliner to the beautiful sounds of nature and the world passing by as their sounds enter my home! Sounds silly but it is really relaxing listening to the different sounds that pass us by when we are enthralled in all our technology and busy lifestyles!
Krishna
February 18, 2012 at 9:39 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I usually head to the kitchen when I need some pampering. I find it very refreshing to bake and cook, and then of course, lap up the praise when everyone eats it.
Jess Walton
February 18, 2012 at 3:15 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I go into my room, turn off lights, put on beauty products, grab Betty Crocker ice-cream and watch gossip girl
jessica ashbrooke
February 18, 2012 at 3:19 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
i love to sit in a bath for half and hour with a really good body scrub and some strong stress relieving oils it gives me the best pamper session
Nidhi Gupta
February 18, 2012 at 4:56 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
For me pampering means doing something that I don’t normally do for myself i.e. giving myself a nice manicure and pedicure, cook a nice traditional meal for me, watch some beauty tutorials on youtube and then finally spent some time doing my makeup and hair even if I am not going somewhere….that’s the best way to relax and unwind all the tension…
Lara Stanley
February 18, 2012 at 6:24 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I give myself an acupressence foot massage with lavender oil, BLISS!
Agota Molnar
February 18, 2012 at 7:58 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I guess I am lucky. My wonderful husband pampers me! He loves giving massages, I don’t even have to beg him. And they are not short, pathetic ones either! I even fall asleep sometimes from being so relaxed.
But I guess fair is fair, I make him great food
Jonnine
February 18, 2012 at 8:26 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I feel pampered when I spend quality alone time with my partner – taking time-out from our sometimes hectic schedule. A nice quiet dinner cooked by my partner. No phones, no computers, no TV. Just us, good wine, great food, and a whole evening spread out ahead of us. Bliss
Sandra Gosden
February 18, 2012 at 10:17 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Escaping to the bathroom, I make sure I lock the door.
Exfoliate, cleanse and moisturise, still I’m wanting more.
I pluck my eyebrows carefully, shaping them nicely.
My leg hairs removed and my fake tans applied,
My pamperings a treat I’m more than satisfied.
Lauren Anastasiou
February 19, 2012 at 2:29 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Being time poor I try to combine all my pampering – I put on my favourite music, pour a glass of wine, and settle back into a tub of hot scented water with my latest book. That covers all the senses in one session.
Nicola
February 19, 2012 at 6:06 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I don’t do enough to pamper myself – not enough hours in the day!
rock07
February 19, 2012 at 6:41 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A quiet place, soft mellow music, a good book and chocolates. Simple yet my best effective way to pamper myself.
Donna Fruzynski
February 19, 2012 at 7:49 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
What do i do to treat or pamper myself? Wow…..i really had to think hard about this because i seldom take time to really look after myself.
I’m the kind of person always putting everyone else before myself. The only time i get pampered is when i organise a deep tissue massage. That’s all the relaxation i desire.
Jessica Marsland
February 19, 2012 at 9:29 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love relaxing on the couch with a face mask, a hot chocolate & marshmallows & either a good book or watching some girly TV like sex & the city or desperate housewives.
Katie Hill
February 20, 2012 at 12:14 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A bottle of bubbly. A bottle of bubbles. A bath and a locked door. My headphones (wireless of course). A soothing facial mask and time to while away.
Kaye Welch
February 20, 2012 at 11:38 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I like to pamper my torso without having to tamper with my purse so!
Fiona King
February 20, 2012 at 12:01 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I’m on mat leave right now waiting for the baby to arrive and I pamper myself daily with morning Yoga, a waddle down to the beach for an ocean swim and loads of fresh fruit and gorgeous healthy meals
Kym
February 20, 2012 at 3:02 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
As a mum of four I don’t get a great deal of ‘me time’ but whenever I can my idea of a great evening is soaking in a coconut scented bubble bath with a glass of wine and chill out music. The simplest pleasures are always the best ones. Oh, the bliss!
Caroline Kelly
February 20, 2012 at 3:07 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Being time poor, it means adapting to multi-tasking. My luxury is the occasional bubble bath, relaxing music, a cup of Earl Grey tea, and reading a few chapters of a great book – until the next household calamity strikes.
Sherry
February 20, 2012 at 3:11 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Get a babysitter!
And go and get a hair chop,,
Take in an awesome movie,
Or cocktails at my local drinking spot!
Sandra G
February 20, 2012 at 3:28 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Nice warm bath, with a hot cup of tea….. If really stressed ditch the tea and substitute for wine.
Beth Healey
February 20, 2012 at 4:05 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A pedicure and a lovely long foot massage always makes the World seem a better place!
kerry santillo
February 20, 2012 at 4:09 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Send the kids to grandmas, set the hubby in the shed( for a few hours ) and my pampering begins.
hairdresser, facial and massage, nails done. I feel like a new woman ready to start all over again?
Thea Hersey
February 20, 2012 at 5:00 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I treat myself with a relaxing home spa treatment using products with yummy herbal smells so I feel like I’m in Bali
Katrinna Brooks
February 20, 2012 at 5:15 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A cold sparkling glass of wine, kids looked after elsewhere, a good book,phone off the hook and the ability to ‘sleep in’!
Karina W
February 20, 2012 at 5:52 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I take myself to a Thai massage salon and give myself a hard massage session!
rebekah
February 20, 2012 at 5:53 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I buy myself some very nice chocolates, run a beautiful bubble bath, light scented candles and soak and relax…. then smoother my skin with moisturiser
TJ
February 20, 2012 at 5:58 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A real pamper treat for me is to soak my feet, and paint my nails leisurely, while watching a favourite old movie with a beverage suitable to the time of day coffee/wine/hot chocolate.
Ying Ying TAN
February 20, 2012 at 7:01 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I enter competitions to win myself double passes to the movies, a refreshing and economical ‘date’ away from the kids with my dear hubby.
Rose
February 20, 2012 at 8:04 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
For me nothing beats a full body massage. I take myself to a great little day spa up the road for an hour pretty much every month. It’s the one hour per month that I reserve for myself to relax the mind and the body. With that said I do I try to scam a few in between from my boyfriend, but he can’t seem to stay focused for a full hour!!!
trace
February 20, 2012 at 8:42 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Getting my hair done, an evening in with a good book, a glass of bubbly in the bath, a spot of online shopping. I think it is important to be kind to yourself.
Coral
February 21, 2012 at 3:46 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I am busy looking after my partner my mom and my 9 year old brother while working full time studying and volunteering during my home work my brothers homework cooking dinner and washing and cleaning for everyone i dont get much time to myself but when i do get a spare few minutes i do a a face mask a pour clean out lotion up and if i am really lucky i do my make up. This is my pampering.
DD
February 21, 2012 at 8:13 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Phone off the hook, mobile off, into the bath with lots of bubbles, a glass of bubbly, and a great book.
DIANA O
February 21, 2012 at 8:15 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I take myself underwear shopping, and indulge, buying whatever takes my fancy & more! A treat I’ve enjoyed since forever
Donato
February 21, 2012 at 8:17 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A back, neck & shoulder massage, for as long as I can possibly afford it. There is the best place around the corner from here, they have hands of gold that send you to heaven for a little while.
Kelly Ryan
February 21, 2012 at 12:22 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Hitting the gym on my days off relaxes me and keeps me healthy inside and out.
Hayley
February 21, 2012 at 8:42 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
A 5 minute cup of tea
Is a little time for me
Though a massage for an hour
Gives me a boost in mummy power!
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Jo
February 21, 2012 at 10:15 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself with private time, just to be myself. It’s so nice to browse uplifting sites and reflect on all that has been accomplished during the week.
Scott T
February 22, 2012 at 8:54 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
My favourite bit of indulgence is feet up on the couch with a drink and snacks in hand and some sport or a good movie on TV.
larabelle
February 22, 2012 at 8:01 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
If I get a couple of private and quiet minutes in the loo (ie. minus the little ‘spectators’ and cries of “Where are you, Mummy?), i consider myself well and truly pampered!
Simone
February 22, 2012 at 10:39 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Late at night when I’m free
I give some time back to me
A quick facial cleanse and a mask
Competitions are a pleasurable task
Munch on chockies and ginger
Lucky that time is short! Or I’d definitely be a binger!
Gemmie Alliston
February 23, 2012 at 11:25 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
By taking an hour out every Sunday to work on an art project: No husband, no kids, no phone, no computer – I sit outside in the backyard with my blank canvas and paints and go for it.. Bliss!
Amanda Hardy
February 23, 2012 at 12:50 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I turn on some music, lounge in my beanbag and paint my nails. Something about having a beautiful manicure makes me feel like I can face everything else in my life.
Rebecca Morgan
February 23, 2012 at 8:30 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Pampering myself involves a sleeping toddler, a good book and some peace and quiet at the end of a busy day! It frequently involves chocolate, too
Cherie
February 24, 2012 at 2:39 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Between being a daughter, a mother, a sister, a lover
There’s precious little time to be me
But I love an early night and when I turn out the light
My dreams are all I see
Megan
February 24, 2012 at 12:47 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To pamper myself I love to have a relaxing bath with some music and scented candles
on a friday night and if I really feel like some extra pampering I ask my partner
(very nicely of course) for a fiull body massage.
Angie
February 24, 2012 at 3:27 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I pamper myself by doing yoga, then take a relaxing bath with scented candles burning whilst enjoying a good book and a cup of tea.
Melissa K
February 24, 2012 at 10:36 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I like to treat myself to a good book and a glass of wine occasionally
Fiona W
February 25, 2012 at 12:16 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I put my joggers on and go for a half hour run, it works wonders.
Katie L
February 25, 2012 at 6:45 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I would first take a lovely bubble bath with calming candles around me whilst treating my dull and tired skin to a face mask. I would then moisturise my skin with the nicest smelling lotion I own and read my newest favourite novel whilst wearing my soft bathrobe. This is only when I have plenty of time though, which is hardly ever
Sharon
February 26, 2012 at 9:37 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
There’s nothing like a firm massage to relax you, and ease tension and stress from your body. Afterwards I feel like I’m walking on air.
Joanna
February 27, 2012 at 8:54 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love treating myself to strawberry yogurt and aloe vera facial masks, as well as DIY masks with organic honey and eggs.. all whilst relaxing to some good old school music or tv show. I also pamper myself by using hair masks and delicious smelling leave in conditioners. I do this as my hair’s gone brittle from bleaching it.
aurora messina
February 29, 2012 at 10:23 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
When i get a bit sulky, I take myself shopping for pamper stuff, just for me. A lotion for dry skin, a mask for my oily skin, or maybe just perfume, No I think some bathy stuff, or hairy stuff, no i really need makeup, OH GEE. I go have a coffee coz i can’t make my mind up, there’s too many choices for me. So I go home and get my favorite old body cream a dear friend gifted to me. Now I smell so sweet, add an ice cream treat, and sit in the fresh air and sun. I’m as pampered as I could be.
Kathryn
February 29, 2012 at 12:40 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
With 3 children, pampering myself seems to get my hair brushed before the school run. But now that my youngest is off to kinder this year. I intend to do my nails, oh yes uninterrupted, WHAT my nails will be able to dry without little kid marks…. Oh the joy, a bubble bath with no screaming kids MUM, Mum , MUM, a coffee that doesn’t go cold, a face mask that the kids wont try and get off, oh the list goes on…. BRING ON PAMPER TIME.
Jasmine
February 29, 2012 at 1:15 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I eat chocolates. Chocolates cure everything
Mick
February 29, 2012 at 2:02 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Pamper – now that’s a word I don’t get to describe myself with at all nowadays
Emma
February 29, 2012 at 5:31 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I’ve just started university this year, so pampering is going to be difficult. I’ll be too broke and too focused on study! Pampering myself this year will consist of creating a home made mud mask from avocado and wasting my time in front of the tv watching bones. It won’t happen too often for me, but gosh I’ll be relieved when I get high distinctions for my efforts
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Sandy
February 29, 2012 at 6:20 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Being in my forties I make sure I spend a little extra on moisturisers and sun screen. What I call practical pampering.
Jennifer B.
February 29, 2012 at 9:44 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
My daughter’s introduced me to SHELLAC nail polish! It lasts like new up to three weeks with such strength!
So I now pamper myself with a regular manicure… And I look at fixing my splitting nails as a health treatment!!
Alex Gibson
March 1, 2012 at 3:49 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I treat myself to a spicy hot bath with coconut oils and rejuvination potions (home brewed)
Then I like to moisturise my naked body followed by a hot towel on my hair keeping it perfect and moist.
Lizzy D
March 1, 2012 at 9:33 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Running around after three kids all week. My friend and I have a manicure and then head off to the movies. We find that our nails dry there and are totally relaxed!
Felicity
March 1, 2012 at 9:59 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To pamper myself… on the day my babies (1 and 2 years old) go to daycare, I make myself a HOT coffee and a poached egg, sit down and get to eat them hot! Heaven!!!
Deanna
March 1, 2012 at 10:01 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I have a massage therapist that comes to my house and sets up his table in the lounge room! So spoilt!
Aly
March 1, 2012 at 11:05 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Relaxing with a good book after cooking some oh so yummy muffins. Not good for the thighs, but so good for my tastebuds.
Caitlin L
March 1, 2012 at 4:14 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
It’s really difficult pamper myself you will see, as all I seem to do is study at university.
I never really have the time for pamper or treats, because I’m trying to save up for study books, while spending my time tutoring. But if I had to tell you what I do; how I pamper and treat myself to get me through. Going out and spending time with my family is the gift I give myself to; we always go out for a coffee or two, being the best support network that they can be- they are the perfect pamper and treat for me!
Kathy D
March 1, 2012 at 6:44 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Float in a tub, apply moisture, paint the nails and lay back with a facemask and soothing eye treatment. BLISS
Brett Clark
March 1, 2012 at 7:30 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Have a ‘sick’ day! It is the best way to just relax and to worry! Plus you are too scared to leave the house so really get to pamper yourself!!
Rachael Campbell
March 1, 2012 at 10:18 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Take the afternoon to go to the city, get myself a delicious green bubble tea, and sit down in a park or a quiet corner of the library with a great book – even if it’s relevant to my studies, it’s a great way to just get away from it all and be engrossed in what I’m reading. Plus, when I’m out of the house, I’m not always thinking of the chores that I SHOULD be doing when I’m relaxing! xD
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Dylan
March 1, 2012 at 10:47 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I have a glass (or two) of wine and enjoy a batch of home made caramel slice. Once the kids are in bed of course!
marilyn
March 2, 2012 at 10:28 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Every second Monday at 2pm I have a one hour body massage and do I look forward to it. It is a few minutes walk from home (so my stresses start to leave as I wander across the street)
I walk home feeling relaxed and feel I am walking taller.
Cathy
March 2, 2012 at 10:34 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I meditate every day, my 30 minutes of peace, quiet and soul pampering….bliss!
Bianca
March 2, 2012 at 11:42 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Red wine is good for the body, mind and soul…. Well thats what I believe. A long, hard day just fades away when you have a cool glass of Pinot Noir and a soak in the tub.
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Ann
March 2, 2012 at 11:48 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I have a nightly thing I do after all the kids are in bed and I get some me time I will have a shower and cleanse my face and then lie down with cucumber on my eyes and listen to a little music I love my pamper time and would highly recommend to distress a little from the hectic day we all endure
Ash
March 2, 2012 at 11:53 am (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I’m a horsey girl. Working outside all the time, getting dirty. It’s a full time job! So I never really get to pamper myself. My pamering is sitting down for 5 minutes to talk to my family or just watch some T.V.
Chantal
March 2, 2012 at 2:27 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
to pamper oneself is a part of loving oneself doesn’t one think? After all, who else is going to do it for you?
Emily
March 2, 2012 at 3:46 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I love to make a beautiful body scrub out of exfoliating sugar, firming coffee grounds (caffeine works wonders on the skin!), antioxidant rich olive, avocado and macadamia oils and beutifully scented orange essential oils! So amazing!
Sasha
March 2, 2012 at 3:59 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Getting alone time is the best treat for me at the moment. I love having a glass of wine and watching Desperate Housewives, under a warm throw!
Michelle Gray
March 2, 2012 at 4:08 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I try to look after myself from the inside, eating good quality organic foods. This helps to make me look better on the outside. I also make time for myself which is hard when you have kids but a necessary.
Serena
March 2, 2012 at 4:16 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To pamper myself I simply take time to myself, noone around, no distractions just plain and simple me time.
Sammi
March 2, 2012 at 4:38 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I find yoga to be very pampering and uplifting, as well as a great way to get in shape! It’s fantastic for relaxation and good for your overall health.
Penny George
March 2, 2012 at 5:12 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I do an hour Zumba, run a steaming hot bubble bath and relax with a good book. Heaven!!
Nikolai
March 2, 2012 at 5:12 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
In the winter I love to run a really hot bubble bath and read a magazine in the tub. All my magazines have water marks on them! Candles and a glass of wine make it even more special!
joanne
March 2, 2012 at 5:26 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Reached first goal in new fittness kick, splurged on new outfit
Kym Flugge
March 2, 2012 at 6:38 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I LOVE A WARM LAVENDER BUBBLE BATH AND A GOOD BOOK…TAKES AWAY THE TENSION OF THE DAY.
Louisa Eggleton
March 2, 2012 at 8:03 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
Get hubby to look after the kids, while I spend time turning myself from “Mum” into “Me”. A long bath with luxurious product, nice clothes, flawless makeup, and a night out to focus on who I am. Then I’m refreshed to tackle three young ones for another couple of weeks, or months!
Georgie Whelan
March 2, 2012 at 8:27 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
To escape the world I treat myself to some divine chocolate dusted sundried cherries while taking a long bath with mandarin bath bombs and trashy magazines!
Janine Lillico
March 2, 2012 at 9:14 pm (UTC 10) Link to this comment
I treat my self as often as I can which due to work rosters is not often. I love to relax in a warm bath with oils and bubbles listening t the wind and rain or nature music
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