FAVOURITE THINGS
Why not treat yourself or a loved one this Christmas with Katy’s selection of indulgent buys! Connect with her at instagram.com/thehealtheditor.
Miller Harris Myrica Muse Eau de Parfum (from £95, millerharris.com). Myrica, also called bayberry, is the starring ingredient of this new fragrance. Top notes include bayberry and strawberry, followed by tangerine and pink pepper, over a musky heart of rose and patchouli. Every Miller Harris perfume is vegan, free from phthalates, artificial colourants, parabens, formaldehydes, SLS and SLES – agreat gift for your eco beauty buddies, or why not treat yourself?
Db The Världsvan 17L Backpack (£104, eu.dbjourney.com). This slim and stylish backpack doesn’t compromise on carrying capacity. With a classic Scandinavian minimalist design, the backpack fits laptops and books, and is low profile and roomy. It has external straps to hold a yoga mat and is the perfect bag for everyday use whether you’re commuting or hiking. Available in multiple colours.
DIRTEA VIP Gift Set (£198.99, dirteaworld.com). This set includes full-size tins of Chaga Mushroom Powder for defence, skin health and energy; Lion’s Mane Mushroom Powder for focus, memory and digestion; Cordyceps Powder for energy and endurance; and Reishi Powder for calmness and boosting immunity. The perfect present for wellness-loving friends.
Yogi Tea Organic Christmas Tea (£2.59, independent health food stores). Yogi Tea is celebrating the best time of year with an ayurvedic tea blend of aromatic honeybush and Christmas spices, cinnamon and star anise. And to give something back during this time of gratitude, Yogi Tea is donating all profits from the European sales of the Christmas Tea to support the non-profit Nevandra association in India. This is where the roots of Yogi Tea lie, and where it sources many of the delicious ingredients for its ayurvedic herbal and spiced teas. Hoping its spiritual home can also be a wonderful place for children to live, Yogi Tea contributes to two charitable projects in particular: the Education For You initiative, which provides school fees, uniforms, books, lunches and medical check-ups for children; and the Leilani Orphanage, which offers a safe
