10 HOME COMFORTS TO GET YOU THROUGH THE LOCKDOWN
Working from home? Looking for ways to make self-isolation more bearable? Me too. Whether you are working on your laptop in the living room or enjoying the peacefulness of a home office, we hope that you will enjoy these tried-and-tested home comforts. Sometimes it’s the little things that brighten our days and bring us moments of calm in the midst of a storm…
1.) Finley & Darby Sets by Eberjey, from £127
Eberjey’s brand name is derived from a Nigerian parable, capturing the closeness, ‘eb’, the goodness, ‘er’, and the all-encompassing joy, ‘jey’. These three delights are embodied in Eberjey’s company and products. The Finley knotted Jumpsuit (£126.82) and The Darby Set (Cropped Wide Leg Pant, £73.69 and Utility Short Sleeve Top, £65.12) are perfect for lounging, relaxing and working from home.
2.) Difference Coffee Pods, from £18
I don’t know about you, but I am missing my thrice daily trips to London’s finest coffee shops. Thankfully, Difference Coffee exists, also known as ‘The Choice of Legends’ - it is served in 61 Michelin-star restaurants and 26 luxury hotels and members’ clubs. Founder and coffee extraordinaire, Amir Gehl, has been busy sourcing the world’s rarest coffees, curating an incredible collection of coffee products. Each coffee curated by Difference has its own distinct character and a unique symphony of tastes and flavours. Individual boxes and coffee subscriptions are available online.
We recommend: Jamaica Blue Mountain (£35) and Cup of Excellence Rwanda (£45).
3.) Mindful Chef’s Healthy Recipe Box Service
Want to take the effort out of meal planning? Mindful Chef is a UK-based healthy recipe box service, offering support and quick delivery slots to its new and existing customers. This handy service provides customers with the tools needed to cook delicious, nutritionally-balanced meals free from dairy, gluten and refined carbs. Meat Care Boxes are £42 and Vegan Care Boxes are £34, both have a £3.95 next day delivery charge. Please click here to order.
4.) OTO Non-Alcoholic CBD Bitters (100ml), £98
Looking to combat feelings of stress and anxiety? Using the power of CBD, the OTO non-alcoholic CBD bitters has been designed to promote calmness and to amplify your favourite drinks. Optimum-strength CBD, cultivated from organically grown hemp plants, has been combined with a bespoke range of botanicals with antioxidant properties. Add 3 large dashes to your tonic, cocktail, coffee or juice, twice a day for optimum benefit. The flavour profile is herbaceous and citrus with a hint of floral.
5.) Green People’s Natural Sun Care Products
Charlotte Vøhtz, Founder of Green People, recommends that we spend 15-30 minutes outside daily, as UVB rays have an important role to play in encouraging our bodies to produce vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 has been shown to be vital in the development of healthy bones and muscles, as well as being a factor in preventing other conditions.
Try:
Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF 30, £19.00 (50ml)
Scent Free Sun Lotion SPF 30, £24.00 (200ml) / £16.00 (100ml)
Sun Lotion SPF 15 with Natural Tan Accelerator, £23.00 (200ml) / £15.00 (100ml)
Organic Children Sun Lotion SPF 30 (Scent Free), £20.00 (150ml)
Green People’s sun lotions are designed to protect your skin against potentially harmful rays. They are wonderfully absorbent, without leaving sticky or oily residue on your skin. Apply regularly and liberally during the hottest hours of the day and when exposing your skin to the sun for a prolonged period of time.
6.) NEOM Organics Bedtime Hero Scented Candle, £46
For relaxing moments, try the new Bedtime Hero Scented Candle from NEOM Organics. This hand poured, sweet and calming candle blends sweet chamomile with a twist of spicy ylang ylang and warming cedarwood. Let 11 of the purest possible essential oils to fill the room with 100% natural fragrance. 3 wicks ensure up to 50 hours of burn time.
7.) Method Cleaning Sprays, £3.00
It’s time to spring clean! We’re loving Method - the stylish, eco-friendly cleaning products made with non-toxic ingredients. These colourful bottles are made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic and the ingredients come from plants, not chemical plants. They smell amazing! We can’t think of a more lovely addition to your cleaning cupboard.
8.) Natural Hand Sanitiser by Haoma (50ml), £16
Germs are a hot topic at the moment. This award-winning antibacterial and antiviral spray by Haoma is made with a blend of certified organic Tea Tree and Sweet Orange essential. Perfect for everyday use, this natural formula is made with 96% pure, certified organic, fair-trade sugarcane ethanol - a percentage recommended by World Health Organisation the be effective against COVID-19. Made in England, dispatched within 2 working days!
9.) Smol Monthly Subscriptions
Smol’s tagline is ‘big performance, smol price’ and it does exactly what it says on the 100% plastic-free packaging. Sign up for a free trial, paying only £1 for postage. A box of 9 washing capsules will arrive for you to try. If you want capsules regularly, a pack of 24 capsules costs £4.50. Smol will ask you how often you put a wash on and they will regularly deliver exactly what you need. Simple! Dishwasher tablets are also available at £4.60 for 30.
10.) Rare Tea Company Loose Leaf Tea
A calming cup of tea has the power to bring a little peacefulness and joy to your day. Henrietta Lovell, creator of Rare Tea Company and Author of Infused - Adventures in Tea, has incredibly high tea standards. She is the exclusive tea supplier to Noma in Copenhagen, Claridge’s in London and Dave Chang’s Momofuku, to name a few. Her tea company supports vulnerable communities around the world and will flood your life with pleasure.
We recommend: Soothe-Me Tea for calm and Lost Malawi English Breakfast for a warming pick-me-up.
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