When I saw the
Molton Brown Home Fragrance Collection on the MB Instagram page particularly their newly launched
Home and Linen Mist Collection, my little heart skipped a beat. You all know I adore
Molton Brown products and I've been lucky to have been gifted many products from
them and have also purchased purchase quite a few myself. They are the ultimate
luxury gift items and I always include them in my Gift Guides. I was kindly
sent the most beautiful package from Molton Brown and honestly, it absolutely made my day.
I had just come back from work and was super stressed so seeing this
lovely package on my bed instantly lifted my mood and turned around my day
(my flatmate/friend placed it on my bed as a "surprise"- she's a sweetheart).
Sometimes, it's the small things that make a
difference. First thing I did was give my room and bed a nice spray using the
Gingerlily Home and Linen Mist* and it was blissful. That was back in May and I have
absolutely enjoyed all the products and I wanted to share my thoughts on them.
Brief Overview of the Gingerlily Range
The
Molton Brown Gingerlily range is inspired by Tahiti and designed to actually bring us closer to the exotic beauty of Tahiti even though we are far, far away. According to the Molton Brown website
, the Gingerlily range is designed for anyone who craves a bit of wanderlust and escape. I absolutely agree with this description because the fragrance takes me away to an exotic holiday I have only dreamt about and without having to leave my room. From the name, you can easily deduce that it contains Ginger and Lily (White Lily extract) but the various products in the range also contain other beautiful ingredients. One exotic ingredient you can find in the range is the hydrating
Tahitian Tamanu Oil. I can only describe this Gingerlily range as heavenly and an instant mood lifter.
What did I receive?
I truly felt special the day these babies arrived because
they were a complete set of products designed to give my
home the much needed oomph!! Inside my bag, I got the Gingerlily Single Wick Candle*,
Gingerlily Aroma Reeds Diffuser* and the Gingerlily Home & Linen Mist*.
Together and on their own, they work so well together. I had to resist the urge
of not using the Aroma Reeds Diffuser immediately until I got some nice shots
of it. I actually had the Gingerlily Candle from last year which I had finished burning and was plotting on repurchasing when next there was a
discount code. So I was super grateful to receive another one!!
Packaging
Can we just address the packaging of Molton Brown? Yes, I talk about it every time I review Molton Brown but who can ignore it. I definitely can't. The packaging alone feels like a gift in itself and it’s so lush. I always keep my Molton Brown packaging because they are way too precious to be thrown away and they can be used. I also reuse these beautiful packaging to store makeup, makeup brushes or anything else I fancy. That’s how beautiful they are!. Gingerlily is one of my favourite scents/ranges from Molton Brown so I was very happy that to try out the Home Fragrance Collection.
Gingerlily Aroma Reeds Diffuser* // Link //£39
As shocking as this might sound, this is actually the second
diffuser I have ever owned. Of course, we had diffusers in our family home when I was younger but as an adult, it feels nice to own a few for myself. I absolutely love the beautiful pink packaging complete with instructions on
how to get the best use of the diffuser. Inside the packaging, you get the Aroma Reeds, Diffuser Oil Blend and the Instructions of use. You can choose to use all the reeds
depending on how intense you want the fragrance. I am always all or nothing so
I popped in all the reeds. The top notes include C
ardamom, Peach, Ginger and
Orange absolute. The heart notes include
Tuberose, Plum and
Jasmine while
the
Base notes contain
Cedarwood, Clove and
Musk. Now, I realise why I have fallen in love with this diffuser and it’s
simply because it contains some of my favourite scent ingedients
(Tuberose, Jasmine and
Musk). First off, I love how secure the
Diffuser Oil bottle is and there was no spillage whatsoever when I received it.
The bottle looks so beautiful against any surface and completely changed up my
room décor. I had it in the living room initially but I transferred it to my
room because that’s where I spend most of my time.
The beautiful fragrance envelops my room but not in an overpowering way.
It’s a really perfect balance of fragrance that just does what it is designed
to do- invoke a feeling of relaxation. Over May-July, I have had a few changes
in my life (
not bad ones but major ones) and I have been a little stressed. It’s
hard to believe or imagine that something as simple as a fragrance can totally
ease my stress and help me relax. Each time I come back from work and pop into my room, I just
feel so good. The beautiful fragrance welcomes me and I know that I am indeed
home where I can just relax and de-stress. I know this sounds deep (
or maybe
silly) but all I am trying to say is I have absolutely enjoyed having the
Gingerlily Aroma Reed Diffuser in my little space and it’s made such difference in improving my wellbeing.
Gingerlily Single Wick Candle*//Link //£36
This is actually my second Gingerlily candle and I was so
delighted to be reunited with it again. I only burned the previous one on
special occasions and I will be going down the same route with this one. The packaging has to
be one of the best candle packaging I have owned. Even without opening the packaging, I am welcomed with a lovely whiff
of the decadent Gingerlily fragrance. The candle is housed in a very sturdy
glass bottle which is also pink to match the Gingerlily theme. Although we have
a faux Summer here In London, I still burn candles (
during the day but mainly at night) to help me chill/relax.
It burns really evenly without any tunnelling in sight and I guess that’s why I
love it. Its scent is not the strongest one out there but it's exactly the way
I love my candles. I am not one for overpowering scents be it in a perfume or home
fragrance collection. I love fragrances that provide a consistent and balanced supply of fragrance/scent. I prefer to burn candles in the evening when I get back from work and have washed and had dinner.
It’s my perfect me time partner
and really sets the mood for me. It’s also perfect when I am working on my
blog or even taking blog photos. Let’s not forget that Molton Brown candles
are amazing blogging props and can also be recycled as brush holders!! I
absolutely love this candle and while it is pricey, I feel it makes a perfect
gift to new home owners or to a loved one. A good tip for ensuring you get the
best use from your Molton Brown candle is to trim the candle wick to about 5mm
before lighting it to avoid soot and maximise burn time. It’s also
recommended to burn candles for at least 2 hours to prevent any chances of
tunnelling although I have burnt my Gingerlily for less than 2 hours and it was
still perfect. However, I think it’s a really good tip especially for other
candles that may be prone to tunnelling.
P.S. I was also sent a lovely surprise yesterday- The Delicious Rhubarb and Rose Candle!! It's absolutely divine and will be testing it out over the weekend. You can check out my unboxing video here!!
Gingerlily Home & Linen Mist*// Link //£24
According to Molton Brown, their new Home & Mist collection is intricately composed from Molton
Brown’s signature EDT and now I understand why they smell so beautiful. They
are four ranges in the collection including Orange & Bergamot, Pink
Pepperpod and Ylang-Ylang. They all look absolutely incredible and I have
resisted the urge of using my Gingerlily as a perfume because it smells so
good. It is recommended to spray linen about 20cm away and only on washable
fabric and that’s exactly what I do. When I transferred the Gingerlily Diffuser
to the living room, I decided to fully test out the Home &Linen Fragrance
and I was impressed. First off, it has a very even mist which I feel is
essential when it comes to creating anything in a spray bottle. Uneven mists
just mean the product will be subject to a lot of waste but that’s not the case
with this beautiful baby. It’s the perfect finishing touch when I have arranged
my room and laid my bed. I just give my entire room a quick spritz and also
spray my beddings. I let it sink in and then slowly relax on my bed. I don’t think
anyone can feel stressed after doing this. It has been really amazing and I
still have a lot left which goes to say a little goes a long way. The best part
is that the fragrance still lingers in the room for a good while which
surprised me even when I opened my windows. I really recommend at least
checking this out whenever you are near a Molton Brown counter or store.
Where to Buy// Link to the Gingerlily Range
I am surrounded by Molton Brown counters and even a standalone
store which is amazing as I don’t have to go far. My favourite stores are the
counters in
Elys Wimbledon and
Bentalls Centre Kingston. There is also a
beautiful standalone store in Kingston which is just a mini heaven and your
purse will be very light when you leave because there are so many tempting
things on offer. Of course, the ultimate shopping haven is the Molton Brown Flagship
store on Regents Street. I can totally move in there, believe me. If you are
unable to go in-store, you can always check online and their service is
amazing. Why? They always beautifully wrap all online orders and they also
offer free gift wrapping. If you are like me and hate paying for shipping, you
can request for it to be
sent to a store so you can pick it up (Click and Collect Service). That’s what I
have always done for my orders. The best part is they always include free
samples which you can choose and they are perfect for travelling. If you are
after sales, they have
sales going on currently on their website if you fancy
making some savings. If you sign up to their newsletter, you will always
have first dips when their sales or discounts go live and believe me, it’s
always a good one.
Overall Thoughts
I am just beyond impressed with the entire range and I am so
grateful to Molton Brown for letting me experience them. While I know they are
expensive, the quality you get is out of this world and the products last for
such a long while. I know this because I have purchased some products for
myself, loved ones and even for a giveaway and each time I have been super
impressed. Molton Brown products are all worth the hype and more. Also, they
are aesthetically pleasing in homes. That’s pretty much it. Have you tried any
products from the Molton Brown Home Fragrance Collection?
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