Top 5 Rose-Themed Gifts
Wonderfully intense, yet subtly relaxing, roses are the aroma of love and tenderness. A sweet smell fills the air when a bouquet of roses sits atop that counter - not to mention the beautiful display of colour it adds to any room. I have such a deep affection for flowers, I truly believe in their power to transform anything from a space to a state of mind.
Known to be a powerful healer in the natural world, roses are essential to restoration and rejuvenation of skin head-to-toe. It’s no wonder so many skincare lines are inspired by Mother Nature’s scarlet-coloured gift. Well, it’s springtime and roses are in full bloom, so in honour of my love for botany, I put together a list of skincare products to celebrate ROSES! Here are my top 5 Rose-Themed beauty products:
Kropp
Rosewood Shower Gel
Our bodies sustain a ton of wear and tear, so it’s vital that we balance it all out with a deep cleaning every once in a while. The Rosewood Shower Gel by Kropp is so refreshing (both smell and texture), it leaves the whole bathroom smelling like a garden. It’s great for dry skin as the neutral pH balance works on any skin type. A deep cleanse for your whole body leaving you feeling toned and healthy looking.
Byredo
Rose of No Man’s Land
Byredo has been one of my all-time favourites for a while, so it’s no wonder it’s on my top 5 list. I discovered Rose of No Man’s Land Eau de Parfum and have been spraying it on ever since. It was originally created as an ode to the nurses of WWI and the selflessness and compassion they demonstrated in their work. If you have a frontline worker in your life, this perfume is the best way to pay tribute to her.
Agent Nateur
h o l i ( w a t e r )
Agent Nateur has become a fast favourite for me – you’ll notice that they are popping up in my top 5’s a lot recently (top 5 toners will be coming soon). I got Holi (Water) as a gift from Le Brow Bar and with a quick spritz I became obsessed. I love the smell, texture and effect of the holy water on my skin. As a toner, it’s meant to moisturize, tone, exfoliate, brighten, firm, plump and tighten – a tall order, but it legit delivers.
Woodlot
Rose & Palo Santo Calming Mist
As part of my morning ritual, I always spray my house with Everyday Mist rose & Palo Santo by Woodlot. I can use it on my face and body or all around my home. It has calming properties that are derived from rose floral water. Simply spritzing my home routinely allows me to invite relaxation – I’ve even gotten into spraying my mat before I begin my workout.
Herbivore
Coco Rose Coconut Oil Body Polish
Le Manoir introduced me to the Coco Rose Coconut Oil Body Polish by Herbivore and my skin has been beaming ever since. The body polish is highly moisturizing and as you smooth it on, it gently exfoliates the skin. Luxurious, nourishing and indulgent, this is the perfect gift to give yourself or a friend, because everyone deserves a moment of me-time.
Whether it’s a bouquet of roses or a rose-themed gift, there’s no better way to shower yourself, a friend or loved one than the scent of our finest flower. I love that floral aroma, it has such a calming effect on my body and mind - anything from shower gels to sprays mists do the trick for me. What’s your favourite scent?
Photography by Patricia Brochu