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I began prepping for my 2010 Advent Giveaway early last year, squirreling away products… giving in to 3 for 2 offers and putting the spare one aside.  But as my blog developed throughout the year, I wanted to treat you with bigger, better and flashier prizes and that’s where the brands came in who generously donated to the cause.

But what to do with all those prizes that I’d been stockpiling?  Well… some still made it onto the giveaway so that I could be sure to involve my international readers in the fun… but I’d accumulated so many (shopping addiction) that I figured if anyone managed to enter every. single. day. they deserved something too!

The ‘most dedicated’ prize includes products from:  Bloom, Jemma Kidd, Sleek, L’Occitane, Haus of Gloi, Elemis, Simple, Asda, Jelly Pong Pong, The Body Shop, Boots No7, Tesco, Elegant Nails, Muji, Anastasia Brow, Models Own, Benefit, E.L.F., GOSH, Avon… basically, I’ve filled a box as full as I can make it with a big selection of treats.

There were 20 of you who managed to enter every day of the 25 day giveaway and from those 20, I drew one name at random.

The winner of my mystery prize of beauty booty is…

Gemx

Congratulations lady!

Well, this concludes this year’s BIG giveaway.  I hope you’ve enjoyed it and I truly mean it when I say that I wish I could give a little something to each and everyone of you.  I have the best readers a blogger could wish for.  I know, you can vom… I’ll even hold your hair for you. <3

I am hugely excited to announce that the winner of the Clarisonic Plus worth a blisteringly cool £179 is…

is…

isssss…..

*insert X-Factor-esque pause*

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Congratulations Tass!.

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There’s one last loose end to tie up.  I’ll make the draw tonight for “most dedicated” and will publish the winner of the mystery prize tomorrow.  Don’t get too excited, it doesn’t top the Clarisonic I’m afraid!

Day 21 Winner (Liz Earle Pedicure Pampering Kit) – Alison

Day 22 Winner (L’Occitane Shower Gel Quatro) – Sydney

Day 23 Winner (Urban Decay’s Naked Palette) – Ann

Day 24 Winner (LUSH My Fair Lady Hatbox) – Shortiee31

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Congratulations!

I will be emailing all winners this weekend but feel free to drop me a line before that if you spy your name in the list and want confirmation.

Are you ready for the big one?  The winner of the Clarisonic will be announced tomorrow.

Day 16 Winner (Chanel Paradoxal) – Debbie

Day 17 Winner (Moroccan Oil Set) – Tanya T

Day 18 Winner (Jemma Kidd Palette) – Jaynee

Day 19 Winner (Philosophy Sets) – Lillian

Day 20 Winner (Le Metier de Beaute Goodies) – redtiger21

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Congratulations!

I will be emailing all winners this weekend but feel free to drop me a line before that if you spy your name in the list and want confirmation.

Days 21-25 winners are coming up tomorrow.

Day 11 Winner (Shiseido Maquillage Dramatical Gel Liner in Gold) – Stavroula Plag

Day 12 Winner (Monu Home Spa Set) – Eileen

Day 13 Winner (Du Wop Plumping Set) – Bourriquette

Day 14 Winner (New Cid Cosmetics i-glow) – Debbie

Day 15 Winner (Xen Tan Set) – Nic’s Notebook

Congratulations!

I will be emailing all winners this weekend but feel free to drop me a line before that if you spy your name in the list and want confirmation.

Days 16-20 winners are coming up tomorrow.

Day 6 winner (Denman Brush & Batiste Diva set) – Lisa (TinyTownGal)

Day 7 winner (MyFace Blingtones Trio) – FragrantWitch

Day 8 winner (Denman Brush & Batiste Shimmer set) – MsWedgie

Day 9 winner (Pixi Cosmetic Set) – Anitacska

Day 10 winner (St. Tropez duo) – Stephanie Cummins

Congratulations!

I will be emailing all winners next weekend but feel free to drop me a line before that if you spy your name in the list and want confirmation.

Days 11-15 winners are coming up tomorrow.

Well good people, this is it…

It’s been a giveaway marathon but I hope you’ve enjoyed it.  I have a very special prize donated for my lucky UK readers today.

Do you want to know what it is?  I’m really excited and hope you are too!

The good people at Clarisonic have only gone and donated a bleedin’ Clarisonic Plus worth a blisteringly cool £179 for one of your lucky beggars to win!

They Say:

Clarisonic is the sonic technology proven to gently yet effectively loosen dirt and oil to clear your pores. The Clarisonic Cleansing System uses a patented sonic frequency of more than 300 movements per second to clean, soften and smooth your skin. In just 60 seconds a day, the Clarisonic micro-massage action cleans more than twice as effectively as manual cleansing.

Clarisonic Sonic Cleansing Benefits

• Removes 6x more makeup than manual cleansing
• Leaves skin feeling and looking smoother
• Cleanses so well that products absorb better
• Gentle enough for twice daily use
• Helps reduce oily areas, dry skin patches and blemishes
• Helps reduce the appearance of visible pores
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

It’s been the beauty must-have for the last two years and shows no signs of fading into gadget obscurity like others that have gone before.  It’s been touted as the best investment you can make for your skin and I’m so delighted that I have the chance to offer one of you lovely lot a Clarisonic Plus to call your own.

Are you a LUSHIE?

If so… don’t hesitate to put your name down for a chance to win the My Fair Lady Hatbox (£29.50), kindly donated by the good people at LUSH.

This giveaway will be closing at midnight tonight – you have been warned!

The Hatbox contains: The Olive Branch Shower Gel, Creamed Almond and Coconut Shower Smoothie, Smitten Hand Cream, Charity Pot Body Lotion, Ultrabalm body balm, Buffy Body Butter and a Figs and Leaves Soap.

We’re approaching the climax of this year’s New Year Giveaway, UK ladies… you don’t wanna miss these last few days.  Seriously.

Don’t say I don’t know what you ladies want!

Probably the hottest item of makeup to be released in 2010, Urban Decay’s Naked Palette offers beauty connoiseurs everything they need for a neutral eye in one, single portable palette and Urban Decay have generously donated one of these must-haves to me to give away to one of YOU!

They Say:

These neutrals won’t leave you naked. THIS is how Urban Decay does neutral: Far from boring, the Naked Palette includes 5 NEW shades (with names like Buck, Darkhorse, and Virgin) in addition to seven of the brand’s most addictive best-selling eyeshadows. This is a shadow palette that everyone will want, everyone can use, and everyone will buy. Experiment with office-appropriate neutrals, summertime bronzy looks, or sultry smokiness (achieve golden, brownie, or grey-hued shade combos). Plus, you get an exclusive double-ended version of the award-winning 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero (black) and Whisky (a warm brown shade without sparkle) and a mini genie bottle of Eyeshadow Primer Potion. With all this at your fingertips…you’ll hardly need clothes at all.

I’m not afraid to say it… I’m flippin’ jealous.

JEALOUS!

Wanna win it?

Ever since I finally confirmed how to pronounce the brand name properly, (“lox- ee- tahn” incase you were unsure too!) I can’t stop name dropping it!  Do you do that?  I’m all like “oooh get me… French accent”.  Now I just need to work out the ‘beauté’ in Le Metier… My D in A-Level French wants me to say “boat-ay” but people look at me like I’m a bit slow when I don’t make the “yew” sound… anyone?

I’m digressing just a wee bit aren’t I?

Anyway, look!!!  It’s like the battle of the beautifully packaged prizes!!  First, Liz Earle and now Provençal brand L’Occitane… that hot pink is swoon-worthy!

So what’s inside?!

L’Occitane (told you I couldn’t stop saying it…) say:

Delight your senses with four delicious shower gels. This collection includes:

• 75ml Peony Shower Gel
• 75ml Fleur Chérie Shower Gel
• 75ml Cherry Blossom Shower Gel
• 75ml Rose 4 Reines Shower Gel.

Wanna win it?

Leave a comment to enter.  Giveaway closes at 23:59GMT on 29th January.

UK Only.

My lovely international ladies, I’m sorry but the rest of the daily prizes will be available only within the UK.  I don’t want  you to keep returning to enter only to be disappointed that you can’t.

If you’re from outside the UK but don’t want to miss your chance at winning “most dedicated” entrant mystery prize… you can still comment.  Just let me know that you’re not eligible to win the daily prize because of your location!

Winners will be announced early next month.  Info and rulez can be found here.

Blimey… I wish I could wrap presents like that…

We’re on the home straight now and today I have to offer you THE most beautifully presented gift set donated to the blog by Liz Earle.  Contained within the iconic blue box, you’ll find a set that promises to give your tootsies the pampering of their life!

What’s included:

~ Foot Spritzer 75ml
~ Foot Scrub 100ml tube
~ Foot Repair Moisturiser 100ml pump
~ Cotton Rich socks

Someone’s feet are in for a treat!

Leave a comment to enter.  Giveaway closes at 23:59GMT on 28th January.

UK Only.

My lovely international ladies, I’m sorry but the rest of the daily prizes will be available only within the UK.  I don’t want you to keep returning to enter only to be disappointed that you can’t.

If you’re from outside the UK but don’t want to miss your chance at winning “most dedicated” entrant mystery prize… you can still comment.  Just let me know that you’re not eligible to win the daily prize because of your location!

Winners will be announced early next month.  Info and rulez can be found here.

Luxe brand Le Metier de Beaute have kindly donated two Spring essentials that will be sure to inject some warmth into those bleak January mornings ahead!

Sheer Brilliance Lip Gloss in Ibiza is a delicate sparkling rosy pink that will complement most looks.

Anamorphic Lash Mascara in Midnight Blue is a lovely navy shade that will enhance the whites of your eyes and make them sparkle even though you might be feeling flatter than a pancake that’s been run over by a bulldozer.

Leave a comment to enter.  Giveaway closes at 23:59GMT on 27th January.

UK Only.

My lovely international ladies, I’m sorry but the rest of the daily prizes will be available only within the UK.  I don’t want  you to keep returning to enter only to be disappointed that you can’t.

If you’re from outside the UK but don’t want to miss your chance at winning “most dedicated” entrant mystery prize… you can still comment.  Just let me know that you’re not eligible to win the daily prize because of your location!

Winners will be announced early next month.  Info and rulez can be found here.