Noble Isle Lightning Oak Hertford Heath Hair & Body Wash - One For The Men

The lucky husband has been trying out some men's hair & body wash for me and I say lucky because he has been using luxury British brand Noble Isle's Lightning Oak Hertford Heath Hair & Body Wash albeit a travel sized version. Now it has to be said he is a rather fussy fellow and often when I ask him to try something and then ask his opinion the best that he can muster is a non committal 'Yes it was ok' so imagine my surprise when his reply this time was .. Yes I really liked, it was good.. Hallelujah!

Noble Isle say

An enduring, handsome fragrance, balancing smoky wood aromas with modern notes of crushed pepper and bergamot, enriched with toning extract of English oak.

Fragrance Notes

Top notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit
Heart notes: Cardamom, Clove Bud
Base notes: Vetiver, Sandalwood

My husband's thoughts

A fabulous masculine scent that is akin to an aftershave, woody with a hint of zest. It foamed up nicely to feel like it was giving a good clean and worked nicely on my hair too. Skin was refreshed and hair smelt good. I liked the clean cut packaging design and the product being green felt like it was really natural and earthy. I like the fact that one product does two things, I don't have to faff about with two items in the shower. I would use this again.

Final words... My husband said.. buy it for me. High praise indeed.

Noble Isle Lightning Oak Hertford Heath Hair & Body Wash 250ml costs £20 

Visit www.nobleisle.com for more details 

BeautySwot's Christmas Gift Guide For Men 2011 - Under £50

Today I am sharing with you my top picks of the gifts out there for men

Guinness Large Label Embossed Mug - £8 Debenhams

A fresh year in the office deserves a new mug and this is my choice. I know my man would enjoy drinking out of this ceramic mug. Features a cream interior and mock foam rim.

LINEA Multi Stripe Scarf - £15 House of Fraser

There is something so smart and attractive about stripes. I love this 100% fine knit black wool scarf. It is currently on offer at £15 as it is normally £30 it is excellent value.

Elemis Grooming On The Go - £22

A great value luxury travel set from Elemis contained in its own travel bag, looks good and smells incredible -

Deep Cleanse Facial Wash 50ml
Ice-Cool Foaming Shave Gel 100ml
Daily Moisture Boost 20ml

Vivabox for Men The Perfume Shop - £39.99

Men can be quite fussy when it comes to choosing an aftershave so let them decide in their own time with this  fab gift concept from The Perfume Shop.

Contains samples from top brands: Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio, Paco Rabanne Black XS, BOSS Bottled, Giorgio Armani Code, Lacoste Red, Paco Rabanne 1 Million, Diesel Only The Brave.

Once the recipient has tried them out and picked their favourite there is a voucher which they can take along to The Perfume Shop to swap for a full size bottle of their choice.

Ted Baker Week Planner Cufflinks, Silver £40 - John Lewis

These Ted Baker metal cuff links caught my eye and I am sure will be a talking point in the office or at parties. Features rotating day and activity detailing and embossed with the Ted Baker logo on the fastener. What fun!

Happy Shopping!

BeautySwot's Christmas Gift Guide - Something for the man in your life.....

Men can be so difficult to choose for but here are 5 fab gift ideas to suit all budgets up to £50.

Nivea For Men Mini Essentials Tube - £5

Ease your man gently into skincare with this outstanding value pack, containing the following ;

• 2 in 1 Energy Shower Gel 50ml
• Sensitive Face Wash 30ml
• Silver Protect Deodorant 35ml
• Sensitive Post Shave Balm 30ml

Available from Boots Stores and www.boots.com

Tie Rack Gothic Rock Star Cufflinks - £14.99

Every man secretly harbours dreams of being a rock star. These cufflinks are perfect to unleash the wild man!

Available from Tie Rack stores or online at www.tie-rack.co.uk 

Wild & Wolf British Motoring Heritage MG Wash Bag - £29.95

Ultra cool leatherette wash-bag to keep all his items in and the bathroom tidy. Features a carry handle, waterproof lining and 2 inner side compartments.

Available from www.johnlewis.com

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Fragrance Gift Set - £34.50

This is a really powerful and sexy scent packaged in a gold bar - I love it!

Comprises of a 50ml Eau de Toilette and 100ml Shower Gel

Available from Boots Stores and online at www.boots.com

Molton Brown The Three Musketeers - £42

Indulge your man this Christmas with Molton Brown. He will love the manly scent and packaging.

This set includes:

active cassia hair & body sports wash

moisture rich aloe & karite ultrabar

active cassia deodorant

Available from www.moltonbrown.co.uk and Molton Brown stockists.