After missing her period Anna-Louise went to the doctors thinking she was pregnant. But at the age of 34 medics told her she had been through the menopause. Now 40, she fears she could have passed the condition on to her daughter Lily-Bea. She said: 'The guilt is unbearable. Instead of protecting my daughter and giving her everything I can, I may have robbed her of one of the greatest gifts a woman can experience.' Though Lily-Bea does not understand at the moment, Anna-Louise said she plans to be honest with her daughter and encourage her to have a test to determine her fertility at a young age. ...read
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They could hardly have been more different. Yet it turns out that LWren Scott envied her big sister Jan Shane possibly more than anyone else in the world.
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MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE
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This gorgeous rose petal body mist from Cinq Mondes is just the indulgent beauty treat for any mother this Mother's Day. A light floral fragrance the mist will last far longer than a bunch of blooms. £28, Cinq Mondes
The TASSIMO VIVY (T12) is perfect for any lifestyle with morning brews and afternoon pick-me-ups in no time at all. Plus, with an automatic self-cleaning function, the VIVY is always ready for your next brew, whenever mum is.
£99.99 from tassimo.co.uk
Add a personal touch to her morning brew with this personalised vintage spoon. Why not print how she takes her tea on it, or just a message of love? Either way she's sure to be asking you to make the tea far more often. £16, La De Da ! Living at Not on the High Street
This is sure to bring a happy tear or two to your mama's eye. This beautifully embroidered handkerchief can be decorated with an array of personalised messages. £28, ILOVESPOON at Not on the High Street
There are few mothers in this world that can't be won over with a bottle of wine or three. This personalised wine box can be tailor made to consist of her three favourite drinks, whether that's wine, champagne or spirits. £24.99, Getting Personal
This glorious Heaven Scent bouquet from Waitrose comes in lovely feminine shades. Perfect for showing how much you appreciate your mum. £40, Waitrose
The prettiest scissors in the prettiest pouch for the prettiest mum. £6, Kirstie Allsopp at Marks and Spencer
Acqua Di Parma are famous for the gorgeous candles. This handmade rose bud one smells divine and the dried roses leave it with a beautiful natural decoration. £75, Acqua Di Parma at Selfridges
Philippa Craddock's Farleigh bouquet is truly chic and elegant featuring the most beautiful roses including Memory Lane, Metallina and O'Hara, plus small dusty pink astrantia, black berries and soft grey kochi. It the most luxurious and extravagant bouquet to splash out on for mum this Mother's Day. From £75, Philippa Craddock at Selfridges
Make a toast to the best mum in the world with The Flower and the Bee from Coto De Gomariz. This fun and fresh white is made from Treixadura, and offers fresh citrus and stone fruit characters, with a lovely floral note on the finish. £14.99, Coto De Gomariz at Selfridges
Get the message across with this delightful tea towel from Fortnum & Mason. The cotton tea towel is printed with the message, 'Oh what a lovely mother you are'. £8.50, Fortnum & Mason
To celebrate the announcement of Fake Bake entering into Marks & Spencer stores (and online) from March 31st, theyre offering a FREE Instant Shimmer wash off tan (worth £12) when you spend £25.00 or more. So give your Mum the gift of the glow and get one for yourself too. Prices from £12
When it comes to Mother's Day, it has to be Champagne. Delicate and crisp with touches of green apple fruit, this exquisite Champagne from Fortnum and Mason can be personalised with your own unique Mothering Sunday label. £37.50, Fortnum and Mason
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'I enjoyed listening to Madonna, but I'll pass for now': Rejection letters sent to the world's most successful people revealed
Madonna was rejected by the music producer Jerermy Ienner -- who is behind Dirty Dancing's iconic soundtrack -- the year before she signed with Sire records and debuted her first album in 1982, meanwhile in a letter dated 1956, the MOMA notified Andy Warhol that its collections committee had decided to turn down the drawing Shoe, which the artist, who had moved to New York seven years prior to work in advertising, had offered as a gift.
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Failing to emulate those killer brows a la Cara Delevingne? The beauty gurus at Benefit are here to help with their innovative eyebrow volumising fibre gel. It fills in those irksome gaps you created when you over-plucked aged 16, genius! If that wasn't enough, the beauty brand has joined forces with Debenhams in support of Look Good Feel Better. You can support this great cause by getting your eyebrows waxed and shaped at Benefit Brow Bars in 50 Debenhams stores nationwide throughout the month of March for a suggested donation of £5 all proceeds go to the charity and if you're feeling generous, you can donate the full amount of £11.50. The charity offers make-up workshops and masterclasses to help women combat the visible side-effects of cancer treatment. You can also participate in their Brow Arch March, which starts in Berkeley Square on 9th March.
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Bobbi Brown Limited Edition Nectar and Nude Collection. This season beauty expert Bobbi has paired her favourite nudes with vibrant nectars. The shades in the collection range from apricot nectars to fresh pink corals to instantly warm the face, creating a fresh glow thats perfect for spring and so on-trend.
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Mio's Workout Wonder invigorating muscle gel prides itself as an energy shot for your muscles that boosts you into action pre-workout and helps you recover quicker with an uplifting cocktail of herbs and extracts. As well as being a great exercise buddy, we love its migraine soothing effects and find it a refreshing fix after a long day.
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March 2014 sees the exciting collaboration between Josh Wood, the expert colourist and M&S.; We love the blending wands - a non-perminant instant colour revival for any cheeky greys. Available in four shades £12.50 Josh Wood at M&S;
Cancer Research have just launched a brand new app to support their Race for Life. Designed by Dare, the app will make it really easy to fundraise and keep track of all news surrounding your Race for Life. The app will help you track your fundraising, show you videos to help motivate you to continue to fundraise and also make it easy for you to share your Just Giving page details with friends.
From luminous shades with shimmer and sparkle to the smoothest mattes imaginable, Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette is packed with 12 never-boring taupe-hued neutrals (including a gorgeous grayish brown, a glittery copper and Urban Decay's lewdest, blackest black). Expand your Naked range to create even more sultry neutral looks, smoky dramatic looks and everything in between.
Naked2 Palette, £37.00
Starting today and continuing till 30th March Fenwick of Bond St will be showcasing it's Beauty In Wonderland initiative. Two weeks of pure indulgence will focus on natural beauty. An endless array of luxury brands fill the stores beauty hall, visitors can expect to uncover top-secret tips & all the gossip on the latest catwalk beauty trends. With demonstrations, offers & collaborations from award winning make-up artists, stylists & cosmetic experts.
The Queen of all things nails has - ahem - nailed it with her latest offering. That's right, she has teamed up with Lena Dunham to create a polish set based on your favorite Girls characters. So will you wear Hannah, Jessica, Savana or Marnie on your nails today? £38 Selfridges
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Do you covet all things sparkly, shiny and glitzy> You'll love Nowseen - the coolest new jewellery e-tailer to hit the web offering oh-so-now stacking rings, Gothic jewels and vintage-inspired drop earrings. Time to dazzle.
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Who doesn't love cult chick flick Mean Girls? Now you can wear some of the movie's most iconic phrases thanks quirky LA Brand Stella & Bow. Offering edgy yet feminine pieces to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the famed movie, we are sure Lindsay Lohan will be wearing one in no time. Trust us, they're so fetch.
If we hadn't already had enough of Mossy (which we haven't), ELEVENPARIS, who recently unveiled the fashion icon as the face of their SS14 campaign, have designed a range of edgy tees with her killer cheekbones emblazoned across them. Available in Selfridges.
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The monthly beauty box company, Birchbox have collaborated with Lulu Guinness for their March box. The Lulu Guinness box is available from 1st March and the includes an editorial booklet of tips and tricks from Lulu Guinness, Lulu's brand favourite Benefit (plus lots more beauty samples from leading and discovery brands) and an exclusive Lulu Guinness shopping voucher. Subscribe to Birchbox from £10 a month.
We love this Lulu Guinness dome umbrella. Not only is it too pretty for words but its dome shape will prevent it from blowing inside out - keeping you nice and dry. £31.52 available at QVC
We love a tribal print but it can be hard to incorporate it into to your wardrobe at this time of year. We're loving this Tribal knit jumper from Valentino, the perfect way to tackle the trend whilst staying nice and snug. £1,045, Valentino at Browns Fashion
We don't know about you but we love a good puzzle to while away the commute to work. This Pretty Puzle range from Bonnie Marcus makes a lovely change to the back of the paper. The Bonnie Marcus Collection is the latest lifestyle stationery range from Parragon Books, available from Amazon and all good book shops.
Mary Katrantzou can do little wrong in our eyes and we think this flared printed skirt would make the perfect addition to our work-wear wardrobe. £1,185, Mary Katrantzou at Browns Fashion
Got your sights set on the perfect wedding but can't quite stretch to a wedding planner? Fear not, the DIY wedding manual from Haynes has hundreds of useful hints and tips on creating the perfect wedding without the sky-high costs. £18.99, Haynes
These chilli print swimming shorts were recently seen on Kai Rooney and are not only the cutest trunks we have seen in a while they are made from UPF 50+ fabric that blocks out 97% of the suns harmful rays, making them extra safe for sunny days. £44.95 Sunuva at Harrods.
Fragrance brand Jo Malone has launched a delicious new range of scents in cooperation with Christine Nigel. In a very timely fashion, the collection is called London Rain and aims to capture the different moods of a downpour. The scents include Rain & Angelica, Wisteria & Violet, White Jasmine & Mint and Black Cedarwood & Juniper. Available from March 2014, £82 for 100ml
This short snap front jacket from Aquascutum is the perfect nod towards the Military Trend. The asymmetric front closure and long sleeves make it a truly elegant piece. Pair with a white shirt and pencil skirt for very feminine Military dressing indeed. £375, Aquascutum
Red HTC Desire 601, £240. Looking for the perfect gift for your partner this year? The gadget lover in your life will adore the aptly named HTC Desire 601, which is now available in a sleek Ultra Red. The device comes with a 5MP camera to help you capture the perfect couplie. With essential 4G connectivity, HTC Blinkfeed, HTC Zoe with Video Highlights and HTC BoomSound, the HTC Desire 601 is the perfect addition to your gadget collection. Available from www.htc.com exclusively on O2.
- How do I tell my daughter she may never be a mother? Most young women take their fertility for granted. But Anna Louise has discovered life can have cruel shocks in store
- Sophie Wessex breaks down in tears as she is reunited with the midwife who helped save her life when she gave birth to Lady Louise
- 'You're gay because there are demons in you': Dr Christian Jessen breaks down in tears as he goes undercover to investigate bogus 'gay cures'
- 'Holding him like this reminds me of George' Duchess of Cornwall tenderly cradles baby - before he yanks her earring off! - as she and Prince Charles attend hospital opening
- 'It's like a trophy if you have sex without using a condom - it's no big deal if you contract an STI.' As university infection rates soar, the shocking truth about sex on campus
- 'I enjoyed listening to Madonna, but I'll pass for now': Rejection letters sent to the world's most successful people revealed
- Tabasco heir opens the doors to his private island where 'around $200m' worth of the spicy condiment is produced each year
- Sophie Wessex breaks down in tears as she is reunited with the midwife who helped save her life when she gave birth to Lady Louise
- Anorexic woman who once weighed just 56LBS debuts healthier body two years on as she reveals plan to mentor others with severe eating disorders
- 'My father would say I'm going to hell': Breaking Amish star, 23, continues with her racy lingerie modeling career - despite her parents' disapproval
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Oh how we do love a printed shirt. This Trager Delaney blouse goes one step further than your regular floral print, featuring images of goats and horses as well as deck chairs and sunbathing semi-naked men. A new take on exotic prints. £550, Trager Delaney at Browns Fashion
Loved Margot Robbie's sexy Brooklyn style in Wolf Of Wall Street? FEMAIL have tracked down where she got that negligee from the scene where she throws water over Leonardo DiCaprio. This Marjolaine slip in Jardin Citru comes in this and other fruity shades. Get it while it's hot.
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Nappy bag, gym bag, lunch bag... This Owl Bramley Tote bag in Wise Owl from Pink Lining is slightly bigger than A4 and perfect for multitasking mothers on the go. The chic print and minimalist design makes it looks more like a designer handbag than a baby changing bag. It is a bucket shape bag with a zip across the top so it has plenty of room for all your essentials. The bottle pouch and changing mat can be removed when you no longer need them or for when you have an outing to the pool or beach. It comes with a removable insulated bottle holder, 2 nappy pockets, pen holder, key fob, mirror, phone pocket, small zip pocket and padded changing mat and wet zip bag.
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Jazz up rainy days with this citrus cool skirt. Available in yellow or classic black this piece gains serious style points thanks to its smart lines and tailored elegance. The figure hugging shape and edgy asymmetric zip gives a sleek silhouette. Suitable for the office or the club. £20, Very.co.uk
Invest in this metallic python shoulder bag - the relaxed bucket shape is perfect for every day and the chunky ID chain accessory gives it a defiant attitude. £2,495, Jimmy Choo
Made of 100% silk, with a luxuriously lightweight finish and with long sleeves this shirt makes a great piece for the transition from winter to spring. £375, Aquascutum
One things for sure, you can't be a shrinking violet to get away with this skirt. This poppy print ruffle skirt from Dries Van Noten would work well either in the office or for drinks with friends. £710, Dries Van Noten at Browns Fashion
Get an edgy look without the pain of a piercing with this dainty yet striking ear cuff from Daisy Knights. This piece is handmade in Britain using silver and 22 karat gold vermeil. £66, Daisy Knights
This marino top from Baukjen is one of those items you need to have in your wardrobe. It is extremely versatile, you can dress it up or down, layer it with a thick jumper or wear solo during the Spring. Effortlessly stylish and extremely comfortable. £79, Baukjen
Zesty accessories are so hot right now and this little beauty is the perfect partner for your spring/summer wardrobe with enough room for a tablet as well as all of your other gadgets. £325, Milli Millu
The stud is a trend that here to stay and we are loving this Valentino bag. The turquoise colour keeps it from being too punk and is a perfect addition to a spring wardrobe. £1,170 Valentino at Browns Fashion
A classic t-shirt silhouette made in soft leather internally bonded with crocheted cotton, creating an embossed floral effect. This unique piece will be sure to make a statement in your wardrobe for years to come. £350, Muubaa
This lemon yellow back pack from Kate Sheridan is a classic piece with enough room for all of your essentials. Stylish yet practical, we love. £260, Kate Sheridan
Is there anything more classically elegant than a Aquascutum. An invest piece this may be, however you are sure to get years of wear out of such a timeless design. £700, Aquascutum
Hair styling technology pioneers Cloud Nine have launched The C9 Touch, a new and revolutionary automatic straightening iron that delivers instant heat, for smart, express styling. Unique Ultra-smooth, mineral-infused ceramic plates naturally polish hair, giving a high shine and allow styling at lower, hair-friendly temperatures. The straighteners heat as soon as they're turned on, meaning you're not waiting around for them when you're in a hurry. £99, Cloud 9
Is there anything that Amazon can't do? The Amazon Jewellery Boutique includes some top jewellery brands such as MFP, Mawi, Imogen Belfield and Violet Darkling. We love this pink gemstone ring from Mawi. £110.80, Amazon Jewellery Boutique
At £36 a 150ml cream with 3 per cent oxygen might sound like you're not getting your money's worth. But the air element inside might make it one of the best detox creams on the market. Karin Herzon's patented product, which was developed by her late husband, harnesses oxygen as the lack of its presence in the body creates an ageing effect. By massaging it deep into the tissues oxygen is pushed into the skin stimulating circulation, hydrating and softening. London foot spa Footopia use the super-softening cream during their indulgent pedicures.
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Miniature long-strap handbags are this seasons essential arm candy as seen on the likes of Kylie Jenner this week. This Rosie bag from Beara Beara is great for stuffing lifes essentials in. £65, Beara Beara
We love the Udaipur jewellery range from Wallis. Statement necklaces and Indian design inspired by ancient techniques make a beautiful addition to your spring wardrobe. Prices from £8, Wallis
Freya bring out another range of their ever-popular Deco moulded plunge bras this time in light, candy colours. Every season the brand for larger cup sizes reworks the palate so you can wear the much-loved shape 365 days a year. Perfect for warmer weather this darling flamingo print one will go perfectly with anything peach, pink or cream.
£32, freyalingerie.com
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This darling little pair of 18ct gold plated earrings are the perfect balance between pretty and quirky. £45, Hoochie Mama
Lisa Snowden's new range of jewellery for QVC may look pricey but they are surprisingly affordable as well as timelessly stylish. Blue diamond triangle silver sterling ring, £67, Lisa Snowden for QVC
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This funky lamp is both practical and decorative. An innovative design that comes in three colours. £20, habitat.co.uk
Having a cuppa has never been so stylish. The fine china mugs feature a symmetrical pattern in an eye-catching deep indigo on white theme. £12.50, notonthehighstreet.com
Originally designed by George Nelson in 1951, this eye-catching clock is as close to art as a time-piece can be. £344, heals.co.uk
Sip your coffee in style with this funky and colourful travel mug designed by Ben de Lisi. £10, debenhams.com
A colourful cushion that will brighten up any room without going OTT. Designed by Ellie Hyde. £40, letitreign.co.uk
Practical and fun, these oven gloves are 100% cotton and machine washable. £5.99, bhs.co.uk
This Villeroy and Boch Anmut salad plate is made of bone china and is dishwasher and microwave safe - there's no excuse not to buy a set! £19.95, houseoffraser.co.uk
Customisable, this stool is a versatile piece of furniture that is great for any sized home. £193, thevelvetlab.com
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CELEBRITY STYLE WATCH...AMY WILLERTONAmy turned up for a dinner date in Los Angeles looking kitsch chic with a vintage style tea dress and bright accents. She kept the winter blues away with a healthy glow.
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Get over your winter blues and step into the yoga studio in spring brights. This super sunny sports bra from Roxy ticks all the boxes. XS-XL
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If you're slacking with your get-fit resolution already, invest in a New Year Step Up Training Bundle from DesirableBody.co.uk. This pair of 2kg Reebok Dumbbells are pretty in pink and are the perfect weight for easy, at home exercises. Try using these for twenty minutes, three times a week, and in just a few weeks your arms will feel stronger and more toned. Even the most basic of moves will help target key muscles in the body. RRP £12.95, available from desirablebody.co.uk
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This is THE perfect bag for cycling back and forth to the office. It's surprisingly spacious and can fit a change of outfit and shoes along with your lunch and whatever else you need. It's like a Tardis. And because the load is kept away from the back with netting and excellent structure, it doesn't feel remotely heavy. Plus it's really comfortable to wear. We especially like the pockets on the waist-strap making easy access to keys and change. £75, Osprey at Cotswold Outdoor
We love this pocket sized handle bar pouch from Cycle Chic! Perfect to keep your phone, lipbalm, sunglasses etc within easy reach! £35.99, Cycle Chic
It's not often that you can describe a piece of high-visability gear as 'cute' but this reflective wrist bow from cycle chic sure is! Wear it as a cuff on your coat, a bracelet in the summer or even a hair band! Stay safe and stylish on the way to work. £15.99, Cycle Chic
As a city cyclist you know all two well th importance of a bike bell! Why not opt for one that says a little more about you. We love the range available of Etsy, especially the initial printed ones! £10.07, Etsy
Make sure your bike stays put with this heavy duty chain from Knog. It is very robust so your bike won't move a muscle and the chain has a colourful green jacket to prevent it from scratching your bike. £18.22, available at Halfords
Bright in colour and completely waterproof whilst remaining stylish? Hello ideal biking jacket! £110, Ana Nichoola
This is one of the sweetest bike lights we have seen and it also comes in a flower shape! Its' functional as well as pretty being visible from 500m away, perfect for winter cycling. £23, Cycle Chic
We know that hours of cylcing to and from work isn't always the kindest thing to your behind. Try the Udderly Smooth Chamois Cream, a thick moisturising cream that reduces friction apply to your seat pad and skin for a smooth ride. £8.99, Wiggle
Finally a high vis jacket that doesn't make you look like a builder. It will make you highly visible when evening/night cycling with the combination of high vis and reflective fabric at the front and back. £48.99, Cycle Chic
Feeling like you're being run ragged? Rub this soothing cream into sore muscles and bruising for fast relief. £11.69, Wiggle
You have to wear a helmet and for a good reason too, but who says it can't be a crocodile skin one? (faux of course!) £84, Beg
Oh the joys of the Pannier bag! Hook over the back of your bike, and you can fit oodles of stuff in there. Laptops, brief cases, you name it! £31.98, Tredz
Cycling to work you do run the risk of caking your work clothes in mud therefore it's a good idea to keep your bike clean! The Muc-Off 3 brush set is specifically designed for cleaning bikes, so get sweeping! £16.20, Wiggle
If you're going to wear bike tights then they have to be a pair with stars printed all over them surely? Ultra-warm, breathable Italian ThermoRoubaix fabric. £55, Ana Nichoola
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Is this the world's smallest piece of sushi? Tokyo chef shrinks Japanese delicacy to a single GRAIN of rice
Tokyo based Mr Ikeno has spent 13 years perfecting the art. Each miniature creation takes five minutes to craft and weighs less than one gram. The chef explains that his unusual art was born out of a joke with a customer, who he had once served a mini creation to, and which made him start to 'wonder' how tiny he could make it.
BEAUTY NEWS
From eating clay to sunbathing nude: Shailene Woodley's organic beauty routine inspired by 'indigenous cultures'
Miss Woodley, 22, is a known environmentalist and says that her beauty and food routines have been tailored to reflect her earth-saving philosophies. She says: 'I started studying the lifestyles of indigenous cultures, and through that, herbalism. That empowered me to make my own beauty products—how could I make my own lotion with medicinal properties?’
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Silvikrin Maximum Hold Hairspray. Every P&G; product bought in Asda from 27th February to 19th March 2014, one days clean drinking water will be donated by P&G; to the developing world, £2.99 (400 ml)
RMS is an organic make-up collection founded by celebrity make-up artist Rose Marie Swift. All of her lovely products - like this mascara - have been formulated with raw, organic ingredients in their natural state making them totally free from harmful chemicals and toxins. Is there any wonder Gisele Bundchen and Miranda Kerr love RMS' beauty products?
Impulse Be Surprised, £1.99, Superdug.com. Featuring an exotic mix of violets and red fruits, Be Surprised provides the perfect fragrance boost and post-work out pick me up taking you from the gym and straight back to your desk or after work-out drinks. The oriental inspired scent the first of its kind from Impulse, features top notes of pepper and red fruits, with base notes including cedarwood and patchouli.
Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi, £39.99
Veet EasyWax Electrical Roll-On Kit, £29.99
Optrex Eye Revive Smoothing Roll-On, £12.99
You'll be waving goodbye to dull, tired looking winter skin with this all over face blush from Terry. Smooth all over your face for instant radiance, thank you Terry! £40 Terry at Space.NK.
If you're not feeling especially brave when it comes to a winter blush, the Bare Minerals blush in Vintage Pink will you give you a healthy glow whilst remaining subtle. £19, Bare Minerals.
This handy brush/blush trio comes in really handy when your face needs a quick pick me up on the go! The complexion-brightening colour has a hint of shimmer for a lit-from-within look. £27, Trish McNevoy
Looking for the perfect gift for your man? Meet HUGO Man Music Limited Edition (125ml, £49) - the sexiest scent on the male market. First launched in 1995, HUGO Man has been redefined to become the HUGO Man Music Limited Edition, with each fragrance containing a download code for the three exclusive upside down tracks. The fresh fragrance contains fruity top notes of green apple, complimented by woody base notes of pine needles, sandalwood and cedarwood, creating a truly modern blend that is as relevant today as it was when it launched - for the man who wants to live life to the full.
FOOD, RECIPES & COOKING
FOOD BITES: This week's wish list
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- STEAM POTS
- VITALITY TIN
- BREAKFAST SAVED
- Buy TOP CHEDDAR
- Buy MOROCCAN NIGHTS
- Buy ZERO HOT CHOC
- WAKE UP, IT'S SPRING!
- TOP OF THE POPS
- Buy JUICE BOOST
- #LUNCHOFF
- NICE'N'SPICY
- HEALTHY HOT CHOC
- SUPER SNACKS
- VINTAGE CRISPS
- Buy CHARITY COFFEE
- SHAKE IT UP
- Buy SLOE BLOOM ROYALE
- Buy SLURP
- DISCOVERY PATCH
- CLEVER COOKIE
- COFFEE FOR WOMEN
- Buy VERY LAZY
- Buy MEAT-FREE FEAST
- CARTE NOIRE
- BREAKFAST FUEL
- SPLENDID SPLENDA
- PERFECT EGGS
- STEAM POTS
- VITALITY TIN
Amy's Kitchen Lentil Vegetable Soup is packed full of fibre, protein and nutrients. Made using succulent lentils, green beans, tomatoes, celery and spinach, it's perfect served as a starter, as part of a main meal or as a light lunch. Suitable for the whole family, Amy's Kitchen Lentil Vegetable Soup is low fat, free from dairy and gluten and also provides you with an impressive 3 of your 5-a-day. Suitable for vegans and free from gluten, dairy, soy and lactose.
£1.69 from Tesco, Asda, Waitrose, Ocado, Whole Foods and independent health food stores nationwide.
If you crave something sweet in the morning, then back away from the sugar loaded cereal, and pick up one of these delicious 9bar Cashew & Cocoa bars. Cashews promote healthy digestion and are a great natural energy source, whilst the cocoa powder adds a hint of sweetness without the guilt. With a nuttylicious 9g of protein and at 235 calories per bar, 9bar Cashew & Cocoa is a chocolatey treat that wont hurt your waist.
Available from the end of April, 90p, 9bar.com
Davidstow, the premium tasting and multi-award winning cheddar, is a 60-year-old brand produced at the Davidstow Creamery on the North Cornish Coast. Using the richest milk from West Country farming communities, the unique recipe has been crafted by the most skilled cheese experts to produce the distinctive creamy character that it has today. Tuck in.
On the 14th and 15th March a Moroccan Nights pop up, hosted by Belazu, will be in residence at Hoxtons The Dolls House. The event, running for just two nights, will see 50% of ticket sales donated to the Belazu Foundation, which supports the education of children both in England and Morocco. Attendees can enjoy a three-course dinner, all prepared using Belazus award-winning ingredients, a welcome cocktail and a range of unique Moroccan wines.The menu has been created by Belazus team of expert chefs, including Belazus founder George Bennell, and will draw heavily on North African influences and flavours using a mix of Moroccan and British ingredients. Tickets cost £35 and includes food and a cocktail reception. Tickets are almost sold out for Saturday and going quickly for Friday so get booking.
A light brew which won't leave you feeling full, this pseudo hot choc is ultra-low in caffeine and high in antioxidants. Made by luxury British cocoa grower and chocolatier Hotel Chocolat on their cocoa plantation in Saint Lucia, the delicious zero calorie cocoa infusion will pep you up at any time of day. Filled entirely with crushed roasted cocoa shells, the infusion pyramid bags harness the goodness from cocoa for a light and tasty drink.
Cocoa Infusion Bags, £9.00 for 18 Bags, 70g, get them in store and on hotelchocolat.com
Kenco Millicano's Sunlight Blend is a fresh new version of their popular wholebean instant coffee, launched in time for spring. The new blend contains finely-milled wholebeans giving coffee lovers the taste and aroma reminiscent of roast and ground coffee in an instant. It has all the great quality you would expect from the brand but with a zesty flavour and uplifting aroma - guaranteed to brighten your day.
Available in all supermarkets from mid-March, RRP £4.39 for 95g and refill £3.25 for 80g
Not to be confused with popcorn but still a flavoursome light snack, Walkers have launched a new product called Pops. The potatoes have been 'air popped' rather than fried so they are said to contain half the fat of standard potato crisps. Walkers Pops will be available in four flavours - Original, Sour Cream and Onion, Melted Cheese & Crispy Bacon and Prawn Cocktail - in multipacks of six, with an RRP of £1.99. They are also available in single bags in Original and Melted Cheese & Crispy Bacon with an RRP of 63p.
Bringing cold-pressed green juicing to market, new health brand Roots & Bulbs' greens range includes three juices: G1, G2 and G3, with G1 being entirely vegetable, and G2/3 containing small amounts of fruit to slightly sweeten the taste. Each bottle has more than 85 per cent vegetable content. They also sell yummy smoothies, superfood salads, almond milk, and the most delicious organic coconut water FEMAIL have tried. Founder Sarah Cadji has developed her recipes in conjunction with nutrition therapist Ian Marber, Founder of the Food Doctor. A small bottle is £4.99 and £6.99 for a large. Roots & Bulbs are based at 5 Thayer Street, London. Find them online too at rootsandbulbs.com
Newburn Bakehouse, the gluten and wheat-free range from Warburtons, has launched a campaign called #Lunchoff, which aims to inspire people's lunch time creativity. Their campaign ambassador is Howard Middleton, ex-Great British Bake Off contestant, who has helped to create a delicious gluten free lunch dish and Newburn Bakehouse has created over 50 recipes too. To find out more about #Lunchoff and for the recipes visit www.newburnbakehouse.com
Heinz is brining exciting new flavours to the nation's tables this March as they introduce four new Chilli Sauces - Jerk BBQ, Sweet Chilli, Peri Peri and Hot Pepper to supermarkets shelves. But be careful: they're lovely and hot. RRP £1.49 each.
Nature's Plus have given commuters everywhere reason to celebrate, their immune health-promoting Hot Cocoa with Marshmallows is a revolution in instant Hot Chocolate. It is thick, rich and creamy with gourmet chewy mini marshmallows - and, best of all, it's actually good for you. SPIRU-TEIN Hot Cocoa features natural health promoting nutrients, including arabinogalactans, a special form of dietary fiber; Elderberry (used for hundreds of years to promote health naturally); Bilberry and Grape seed extracts; this hot chocolate is the whole package for promoting healthy immune function and warming you inside and out! RRP £15.75 for 10 servings.
Manomasa tortilla chips were born on the back streets of Mexico, pay tribute to the original tortilla chip - the totopo - while branching out into new tastes, sensations and textures inspired by the diversity and creativity of street food culture. The chips are available in three adventurous flavours: Chipotle & Lime, White Cheddar and Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper. RRP £1.85 for 160g pack.
Burton's Biscuits Company has brought back its iconic Fish 'n' Chips savoury snack brand The eye-wateringly tangy fish and chip-shaped baked savoury biscuit snacks were a firm favourite in the 70s and 80s but haven't been available for many years... until now! Fish 'n' Chips comes in their classic and unique newspaper look packaging, and are available nationwide. RRP £1.59 for a 5-pack.
Peter Andres exclusive new charity coffee range, The New York Coffee Club, has hit Tesco stores nationwide. The special range will raise money for the Peter Andre Foundation, which helps fund Cancer Research UKs Cancer Awareness Roadshow, bringing important cancer information to people in their own communities. The New York Coffee Club range includes two flavours of roast and ground coffee, along with a premium wholebean instant coffee. Tesco is donating fifty pence from every full priced pack straight to the Peter Andre Foundation, £3.39
Give your midweek meals a bit of oomph with Schwartz's new range of seasonings - Perfect Shake. The range includes seasonings designed especially for pasta, chips and Spanish dishes adding deeper flavour to family meals. Available at all major supermarkets, prices from £1.63
Joanne Moore, the world's world's first female gin distiller has created this Sloe gin for Bloom. It contains botanicals of honeysuckle, chamomile and pomelo, blended with hand-picked sloe berries. It's amazing mixed with Prosecco to make the Sloe Bloom Royale.
Rebel Kitchen 'mylk' drinks, 99p per carton
Introducing Maynards Discovery Patch, squishy and soft fruit flavour gummies wrapped in bags full of fun facts and quizzes to keep the little ones (and the big ones) entertained. Available in Myths and Monsters, Animals and Body Bits. £1.52 per bag. Available at all major retailers from 17th March.
You've heard of chia pudding, well how about a chia biscuit? The Chia Bia Chia crucnh biscuits come in four great flavours: Blueberry & Almond, Chocolate Chip, Lemon Crunch and Ginger Crunch all with a good sprinkling of chia seeds giving you fibre, protein and omega 3. Plus they are completely gluten free. We've never been so keen on a super food.
Sainsburys has launched the first grown by women coffee to hit mainstream shelves in the UK. In support of Internation Women's Day, the fully-traceable Kopakama Ejo Heza Fairtrade Ground Coffee carries a premium to support women growers, many of whom were affected by the Rwandan genocide in 1994. The coffee will be available in stores from the end of March.
For those of you who aren't already converts to the pre-chopped ingredients collection from Very Lazy they have just launched three more cupboard essentials to make cooking even easier. The new range comprises of Smoked Chopped Garlic, Fire Roasted Sliced Red Chillies and Smoked Chopped Red Chillies making it easy to produce delicious meals in a flash. Prices from £1.78, available at Tesco
Sick of faux-meat sausages? These don't pretend to be anything they're not. Secret Sausages are pure veggies encased in seaweed and rice. They cook like normal sausages but contain 90 per cent less fat, 50 per cent fewer calories and 35 per cent less salt that your normal sausage. Made with fresh vegetables, rice, herbs and spices and a bit of vitamin C, all wrapped up in that unique casing, they don't contain any of the artificial nasties that pop up in other vegetarian sausage products. The range is available online at Ocado, selected Whole Foods stores nationwide, independent farm shops and online at secret-sausages.com. RRP £3.49 for a pack of six.
The coffee brand Carte Noire has launched a whole new range of intense coffee capsules that are compatible with the George Clooney endorsed coffee machine, Nespresso. Carte Noire are the first major supermarket coffee brand to launch capsules compatible with Nespresso machines so now Nespresso will be available at the push of a trolley. The capsules are available in four variants with different levels of coffee intensity. As well as being stocked in supermarkets the Carte Noire capsules also come with a supermarket price tag of £2.79. Go on treat yourself, after all George Clooney says so.
Need a bit more energy in the mornings? Try FUEL energy granola. FUEL Energy Granola has added Guarana and a Vitamin B mix for active lifestyles. Its really tasty, packed with whole hazelnuts and keeps you going all morning
On the 4th March healthy cooking guru, Nadia Sawalha will launch the Small Steps Motivation Line in collaboration with SPLENDA, offering real weight loss advice and cake curbing tips. Long suffering dieters can simply call 0800 138 6525 for some inspiration from Nadia to help keep them on the dieting wagon. Working closely with the SPLENDA team, Nadia has also created a range of figure-friendly, simple recipes. Switching from sugar to SPLENDA is an easy swap which can make a big difference - One teaspoon of SPLENDA (0.5g) contains 2 kcal compared to a spoonful of sugar (5g) which contains 20 kcal. This means that switching just one spoonful of sugar to SPLENDA every day could save over 6,500 calories in a year. Seems like a no brainer to us.
Eiko hooks on to the side of the pan and holds the egg in place, so there is no need to worry about the egg cracking when it is added to the water. It is shaped so that the egg hangs down in the boiling water, but the handle remains cool so that you won't burn yourself. When the egg is ready, the removal no longer requires a balancing act with spoons and hot eggs, simply unhook Eiko and transfer straight to the table. The cup doubles up as an instant egg cup, perfect for all those impatient egg eaters. £12, available from April 1st cuckooland.com
John West's Steam Pots are perfect for those of us who are chained to our desks over lunch. The pots combine infusions of tuna with specially flavoured couscous. Just add boiling water, wait five minutes and you have a warm, filling lunch without having to jog to the local supermarket.