Sam McCauley Healthy Savings March 2017

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MARCH 2017

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Bio Oil Was €29.99 Now €14.99

Skincare Secrets

BaByliss Smooth Vibrancy Hair Dryer RSP €79.99 Now €39.99

Mother’s Day Gift Inspiration Calvin Klein Euphoria 50ml Edt Set

Was €66.20 Now €44.13

Pharmaton Kiddi Was €8.39 Now €4.19

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MARCH 2017 | 1

WOMENS HEALTH

EDITORS TOP PICKS New Launch!

OUR PHARMACIST MEGHAN KE ARNEY GIVES SOME ADVICE ON WOMEN'S HE ALTH ISSUES. As March 8th is International Women’s Day we have decided to review some of the supplements that are available, without prescription, to help relieve some of the more common symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and secondly, menopause.

PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME PMS or premenstrual syndrome, is the name given to the combination of symptoms that many women suffer from a week or so before their period. Around three out of every four menstruating women experience some form of PMS. Some of the more common symptoms include; bloating, cramps, breast tenderness, fatigue, insomnia, tension, anxiety, irritability.

If you suffer from PMS then there is a new supplement – Cleanmarine for Women - available in all of our pharmacies. Cleanmarine for Women can help reduce the physical and psychological symptoms of PMS, thanks to its unique formulation of krill oil, added vitamins and phytonutrients. It is a completely natural product and can be taken long term to manage PMS.

Bellamianta Shimmering Dry Body Oil €24.99

New Launch!

MENOPAUSE Most women can tell if they are approaching menopause because their menstrual periods start changing. The “menopause transition” is a term used to describe this time, as is perimenopause. During the perimenopause the normal hormonal rhythm changes setting the scene for a number of symptoms to occur. The type of symptoms you experience may be dependent on factors such as stress, sleep, exercise and your diet. In Sam McCauley Chemists our healthcare staff can talk you through the different supplements that are available and hopefully identify those that are best for your needs.

One such product that is worth considering in Cleanmarine Menomin. This product contains Soy Isoflavones, Vitamin D3 and B Vitamins as well as other key nutrients. Soy Isoflavones are natural plant substances that have a mild oestrogenic effect – oestrogen levels fall during the menopause - and supplementing with Soy Isoflavones helps reduce the symptoms that are directly related to fluctuating or falling oestrogen levels such as hot flushes, memory lapses, mood swings and fatigue.

Nuxe Nuxellence Youth Reveal Perfect Anti-Age Eye Cream 15ml €41.00

Half Price!

Sam McCauley Chemists – Supporting Women’s Health!

Medicare Blood Pressure Monitor NOW €19.99 | RSP €39.99

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Clean Marine Krill Oil for Women 60

Clean Marine Menomin for Women 60

NOW €17.24 Was €22.99

NOW €18.74 Was €24.99

3 FOR 2 Sona Evening Primrose Oil Capsules 1000mg 90 €15.25

3 FOR 2 Sona Vitamin B Time Release Capsules 60 €13.50

Withings Thermo - Smart Thermometer

Thermo is a game changer.

Now a fast, simple, no-contact gesture yields the most precise temperature possible, plus automatic sync to phone app.

NOW €74.99 | RSP €99.99

Offers valid from 1st March to 31st March 2017. All products available in selected stores and online at www.sammccauley.com.

WEEE and waste battery recycling is free, for more information please see www.sammccauley.com.

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1. Davidoff Cool Water Woman Edt Spray 50ml NOW €21.00 | Was €48.30

7. Versace Woman Edp Spray 50ml NOW €28.00 | Was €53.00

2. Davidoff Cool Water Man Edt Spray 75ml NOW €21.00 | Was €52.10

8. Karl Lagerfeld Woman Edp Spray 25ml NOW €12.50 | Was €39.00

3. Bruno Banini Man Edt Spray 50ml & Bruno Banini Absolute Man Edt Spray 50ml ONLY €9.99

9. DKNY Golden Delicious Edp Spray 50ml NOW €31.00 | Was €62.00

4. Calvin Klein Eternity Moment Edp Spray 30ml NOW €24.50 | Was €44.50 5. Halle Berry Halle Edp Spray 100ml NOW €12.95 | Was €38.00

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6. Elizabeth Arden Red Door Edt Spray 30ml NOW €21.00 | Was €36.00

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10. Calvin Klein Eternity Set 30ml Edp & 100ml Shower Gel NOW €44.50 | Was €29.66 11. Moschino Forever Man Edt Spray 100ml NOW €28.00 | Was €69.00

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BEAUTY BUZZ YES, WE KNOW, THE APPROACH OF SPRING CAN BE SCARY. WHO TURNED ON THE LIGHT? BUT WITH THESE CLEVER, LITTLE BEAUTY BOOSTS IN YOUR KIT, YOU’LL BE ALL PREPPED TO SHIMMER, SEDUCE AND RADIANTLY SHINE WITH THE BEST OF THEM.

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1. Lancôme Flash Bronzer Leg Gel 125ml Finally… a self-tanner that actually works brilliantly. Goodbye streaks and odd aromas and hello gorgeous, natural golden brown legs, which are radiant enough to bare.

NOW €20.50 | Was €29.50

2. Vichy Slow Age Fluid 50ml Now true beauty can be found on the inside and the outside.

This genius new innovation, from Vichy is packed full of all important SPF25 and naturally inspired, active ingredients that prevent and correct the signs of ageing both internally and externally.

€30.00

3. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Edt Spray Meet the newest addition to the Flowerbomb family; Flowerbomb Bloom is an

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6. Remescar Eyes Bags & Dark Circles 8ml

8. Narciso Rodriguez Fleur Musc Edp Spray

4. Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra SPF15 Foundation

Seeing is believing! Imagine a cream that can instantly help to diminish eye bags and the appearance of dark circles with just one single application per day. So good they posted the results on youtube.

This new scent from Narciso Rodriguez will be top of your wish list. A combination of traditional musk with notes of rich flowers, it’s perfect for bringing you from day to night

30ml €55, 50ml €75, 100ml €94

We all need a go-to foundation.

A no questions asked skinperfecter, that’s gonna ensure you look flawless, fresh and dewy for 24 hours (we won’t ask what’s keeping you up so late!)

€39.00

5. Clinique Even Better Dark Spot Correcter & Optimiser 30ml Everything’s getting brighter, including your skin. Clinique has created a neat combination here, that doubles-up on results to bring lasting brightness and even out tone. Give it just four weeks, and you could see a reverse in the appearance of those dark spots and blemish marks.

€57.00

Introductory Offer €22.50 RSP €29.99

30ml €55, 50ml €83

7. Trilogy Pure Plant Body Oil 110ml Your skin deserves to feel this good. There’s a real beauty to giving your body the attention and care it craves. This repairing and smoothing, certified natural body oil is a pleasure to use.

Rosehip, sweet almond and apricot help to improve stretch marks and scarring, soothe and hydrate, scent and nourish – pretty good all-rounder.

€19.95

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LOOSE 6 INCHES

SAM Mc C A U L E Y BEAUTY SALONS

in an hour!

This treatment has been available for over 25 years and independent tests by the University of Westminister revealed that the treatment consistently created inch loss for all those tested.

To find out what this treatment is really like we sent a member of our Social Media Team to experience it. "I’ll start this off by saying that this is not the most dignified treatment but it’s well worth it. This wrap is not a treatment for the faint hearted – it’s not painful but it takes a lot of guts to stand naked (except for a pair of paper undies) while a stranger measures your wobbly bits! Luckily my therapist Christina (in Sam McCauleys Redmond Square) was lovely – and best of all super quick!"

Christina took measurements from 18 areas (marking each with a pen so she knew the exact spot to remeasure after the treatment).

After measurements are taken the wrap begins, and other than the standing naked bit I found this quite nice. The bandages are warm and have been pre-soaked in a clay solution. You are wrapped quite tightly but I wouldn’t say too tight. The end result is you end up looking like a mummy.

After this Christina helped me into a silver plastic suit – this helps to keep you warm and help the clays do their thing.

Then comes the nice part – one hour of relaxing on the bed. Christina left me lots of magazines but the soothing music and peacefulness of the treatment room I took it as the perfect opportunity for a snooze, and was actually a bit disappointed when the hour was up.

Christina helped me off the bed and out of the silver suit and then started the unwrapping. With the bandages quickly gone Christina took measurements again.

Again this was a bit mortifying but I was excited to hear what the results were.

Aaannnnd the numbers speak for themselves: 7 and ⅛ inches overall! I have to say I definitely felt the difference in my upper arms, ribcage & stomach! It wasn’t dramatic but it was definitely noticeable to me.

This treatment would be ideal for anyone who has a big event or holiday coming up and wants to lose a few inches to make a dress or bikini look better, and for me it was a huge motivator in kicking some bad habits. You’re encouraged to avoid caffeine, sugar and salt afterwards, and feeling the results encouraged me to swap my normal coffee for decaff and not have a sugary treat.

The great thing about Universal Contour Wrap is that the inches don’t come back as soon as you drink water – in fact you’re encouraged to drink at least 2-3 litres per day to help flush out the impurities that have been broken down during the wrap process.

My Verdict? This is a great treatment and well worth the few minutes of 'mortification'!

only €20

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH Limited Stock

The Universal Contour Wrap is available in all Sam McCauley Beauty Salons. A single treatment costs €65.95 or you can book a course of 3 for €168.00.

Pros:

• Inch loss guarantee.

• Brilliant motivator.

• An hour of relaxation.

Back by popular demand!

Cons:

• A bit embarrassing to have a stranger measure your wobbly bits.

• You shouldn’t shower for 3 days afterwards to get the full benefit of the clays.

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Lash tint, eyebrow tint & wax

GUINOT TIME REWIND SET

€126.50

(worth over €250) Contains: Anti- Wrinkle Cream 50ml, Youth Renewing Serum 30ml, AntiWrinkle & Volumizing Lip Balm 15ml, Anti-Wrinkle Mask 50ml.

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GREAT SAVINGS ON YOUR FAVOURITE Save on skincare essentials… ay Mother ’s D !

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HALF PRICE L’Oreal Age Perfect

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HALF PRICE L’Oreal Revitalift

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33% OFF Garnier Moisture Bomb Day & Night Cream NOW €8.20 each | Was €12.30

Garnier Ultralift Skincare

Cream Free Eye .49 Worth €6

33% OFF Garnier Micellar Water

SAVE 33% Oral B Pulsar Toothbrushes NOW €5.89 | Was €8.84

SAVE 25% Olay Total Effects

ONLY €2 each Listerine 200ml

33% OFF Nivea Daily Essentials

SAVE 33% Gillette Satin Care

ONLY €6.99 Ziaja Goats Milk Day Cream-Eye Cream Set €6.99

33% OFF Mitchum Deodorant

Now only

€9.47

33% OFF L’Oreal Men Expert

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ONLY €2 each Selected Nivea Shower Gel

33% OFF He Shi Tanning Range

HALF PRICE B Bold Lotion NOW €9.47 | Was €18.95

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PRODUCTS

YOU ’LL FIND A HUGE SELEC TION OF SPECIAL OFFERS AVAIL ABLE AT SAM MCCAULEY CHEMISTS, WITH UP TO HALF PRICE OFF SKINCARE, HAIR AND VITAMINS.

Save on haircare…

HALF PRICE Pantene Shampoo/Conditioner NOW €2.89 | Was €5.79

SAVE 20% Selected Aussie Shampoo/ Conditioner

HALF PRICE L’Oreal Studio Line

33% OFF L’Oreal Magic Retouch NOW €9.32 | Was €13.99

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HALF PRICE Garnier Ultimate Blends 250Ml Shampoo/Conditioner NOW €1.99 | Was €3.99

ONLY €3 each L’Oreal Elvive 250ml Shampoo/ Conditioner

33% OFF John Frieda Shampoo/ Conditioner

ONLY €4 each Got2b Styling Range

Half Price

ONLY €10 Elave Dermological Shampoo & Conditioner Twinpack

25% OFF CB12 Mouthwash 250ml NOW €10.49 | Was €13.99 FREE CB12 toothpaste worth €5.49 with every purchase.

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YOU’RE IN FOR A TREAT WHAT COULD BE NICER THAN A GORGEOUS, NEW MOISTURISING CRE AM OR A LUXURIOUS BODY LOTION? IT ’S WHEN THEY COME BE ARING FREE GIF TS AND FANTASTIC REDUC TIONS. NOW YOU CAN AFFORD TO TRE AT YOURSELF, OR A LOVED ONE .

Trilogy Perfect Pick Me Up Body Set

Burts Bees Intense Hydration Duo Set

Contains 100ml Hydrating Mist Toner & 75ml Rose Hand Cream.

€23.00

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Sanctuary Time to Enjoy Set

Contains 250ml Cleansing Burst Body Wash, 200ml Gentle Polish Body Scrub, 100ml Luxurious Body Butter & 75ml Silky Smooth Body Lotion.

NOW €17.49 | Was €34.99

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Bodyshop White Musk Edt Spray 30ml

NOW €14.63 | Was €21.95

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Bioderma H20 Cleansers 250ml (banded pack) Includes Sensibio

€11.50 VICHY

Purchase any anti age pot moisturiser from the Liftactiv, Idealia, Slow Age & Neovadiol ranges and receive a FREE 100ml one stop cleanser worth €7.50

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Purchase two Vichy products, one to be Dermablend and receive a FREE 100ml Micellar Cleanser worth €7.

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Remington Shine Therapy Hair Dryer Powerful 2300w motor to deliver beautiful glossy - frizz-free shine.

NOW €39.99 | RSP €79.99

BaByliss Curl Secret

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Transform how you curl your hair, allowing you to effortlessly and quickly create curls and waves with a smooth finish at home.

We all yearn for pin-str aight, perfectly smoot h and glossy hair. So we ’re going to let you in on the stylist s’ secret. Well, three of them, in act ual fact.

Secret Number One: Get yourself a great straightener, like the Remington Air-Plates Hair Straig htener. The plates are suspended so the y make maximum contact with your hai r and make the most of every stroke.

Secret Number Two: Once you’ve put in tha t little extra effort and straightened you r locks, be sure to keep it gleaming and behaving. Using a dry shampoo, like Batiste, reduces the moisture in your hair, which then reduces the dreade d frizz factor.

Secret Number Three : Make sure your hair is dry. Not mostly dry , or nearly dry but CO MPLETELY dry befor e you step one foot ou tside the door. That way your sleek style will keep on doing as its been told.

NOW €99.99 | RSP €159.99

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Half Price TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Blow Dry Kit

Remington Precision Cut Clipper HC5300

All the tools you need in one clipper - 17 precision length settings.

Rechargeable.

Babyliss Professional Curling Wand

NOW €29.99 | RSP €59.99

NOW €29.99 | RSP €39.99

NOW €24.99 | RSP €39.99

Revitive Circulation Booster

Fitbit Flex 2

2200W Hair Dryer including Diffuser, Concentrator, 4x Self Grip rollers and 200ml Shine Spray.

Increase blood flow, actively improving circulation and alleviate tired and aching legs & feet.

NOW €149.99 | RSP €169.99

Track your steps, distance, calories burned, active minutes, hourly activity and stationary time.

Automatically track activities like running, sports and aerobic workouts, then see exercise summaries in the fitbit app.

NOW €89.99 | RSP €99.99

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Batiste Dry Shampoo Only €3.85

Simply wrap your hair around the barrel for a few seconds and beautiful sleek curls will be yours. Protection glove included.

Weight Watchers Ultra Slim Body Analyser scales

The ultra slim analyser is designed keep track of 4 people and to accurately measure body weight, BMI, muscle mass, body water & body fat.

Crock Pot 5.7 Litre Slow Cooker Cook healthy and convenient meals for the whole family.

NOW €44.99 | RSP €69.99

NOW €24.99 | RSP €49.99

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DIGITAL PHOTO CENTRE Canon Powershot SX620

Packing an incredible 25x zoom inside a tiny, pocketable design, this simple Wi-Fi camera with NFC has all the features you need to capture superb photos and movies.

NOW €249.99 | RSP €299.99

Nikon Coolpix B500 - Bridge Camera

Nikon Coolpix A10

With a stunning 40x Optical Zoom lens the Nikon B500.

Easily share your photos with you smartphone.

Easy to use compact camera with 5x optical zoom lens and 16 million pixel sensor.

NOW €279.99 | RSP €299.99

NOW €89.99 | RSP €99.99

Nikon D3400 with 18-55mm VR Lens

A high resolution, connected camera - create stunning images ideal for printing or share on social media instantly from your phone.

NOW €549.99 | RSP €599.99

B Free 32G rd a Memory C Canon Eos 1300D with 18-55mm Zoom Lens

Capture stunning images with its 18 million pixel sensor and sharp 18-55mm lens. Wi-Fi built-in for easy sharing.

NOW €374.99 | RSP €499.99

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GET YOUR HIT OF VITAMINS SAVE €10

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Revive Active Joint Complex 30 NOW €34.95 | Was €44.95

HALF PRICE Sona Echinace Tablets 60 NOW €8.37 | Was €16.75

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Lubrisyn Joint Formula 340ml NOW €39.95 | Was €44.95

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Pharma Nord Bioactive Jointcare Banded Pack 2X60 NOW €28.14 | Was €43.98

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Alive Multivitamin Range NOW €4.99 | Was €9.99

Sona Aquaplan Tablets 30 NOW €4.32 | Was €8.65

Blueiron Liquid Iron With Nordic Blueberries 330ml NOW €9.99 | Was €16.99

SAVE 33% Sona Multiplus 90 NOW €18.30 | Was €27.45

When it comes to your baby only the No.1 for pregnancy will do

SAVE 33% Eye Q Omega 3 Capsules

Helping to make healthy mums and babies over the last 25 years , Pregnacare® has always contained the recommended level of folic acid† and is supported by unique clinical research with mumsto-be1,2.

HALF PRICE Pharmaton Active Life 90 NOW €19.99 | Was €39.99

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Pregnacare® Pregnacare® Original Liquid

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Most trusted by mums

With the recommended level of 400mcg folic acid, vitamin B12, 10mcg vitamin D and more.

Pregnacare® Plus

Dual pack with 300mg DHA* which contibutes to normal foetal brain and eye development.

NEW MUM

Pregnacare® Max

The ultimate in the Pregnacarerange, with 300mg DHA*, calcium and L-methylfolate.

Now also available in a liquid format.

†Folic acid contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.Pregnacare has always contained 400mcg folic acid,the level recommended for all women from the start of trying to conceive until the 12th week of pregnancy. 1.Agrawal,R. et al. Prospective randomised trial of multiple micronutrients in women undergoing ovulation induction, Reproductive BioMedicine Online December 2011. 2. L Brough et al. Effect of multiple-micronutrient supplementation on maternal nutrient status,infant birth weight and gestational age at birth in a low-income,multi-ethnic population.British Journal of Nutrition (2010),104,437-445.*A beneficial effect can be obtained from a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of 250mg DHA / EPA for adults - Annex 1 of Commission Regulations (EU) No.440/2011.

Sona Afterbiotic Capsules 10 NOW €5.40 | Was €6.75

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BUMPS, BABIES & Beyond

Being a new parent can be over-whelming.

You’re trying to adjust to a new schedule, new demands and a new baby. Here are a few tips to help you make the transition to new parent with less stress.

OUR TEAMS TOP PICKS

Mark Sajda, Superintendent Pharmacist, father of three girls aged 5, 10 and 12.

Our staff and pharmacists will all be able to offer you advice on the best products for you and your baby’s needs. Many of our pharmacists and staff are new parents themselves, so they can relate to any problems you may be experiencing.

In many of our stores we have medical grade baby weighing scales which can be used free of charge. These are located in our private consultation rooms and can allow you to accurately weigh your baby. If you’re unsure about the amount of milk you are giving your baby, particularly if you’re breast feeding, feel free to use our baby weighing scales before and after feeds. This allows you to calculate how much your baby has taken and can often put your mind at rest. Please ask in store for details, and pick up one of our free baby weight record cards to allow you to track your babies progress.

When feeding your baby, not all babies are the same, and appetites vary from baby to baby, week to week and month to month.

Let your baby be your guide as to how hungry they are and don’t make them finish feeds if they do not want them. They will let you know when they have had enough.

• Babies will feed when they want to and for as long as they want to, whether they are being breastfed or bottle-fed.

• Feed your baby whenever they are hungry.

Babies are very good at judging how much milk they need.

• Your baby may demand frequent and irregular feeds (which is normal), day and night. Don’t worry about sticking to a rigid schedule, particularly in the early days.

• In time you’ll learn to read your baby’s cries and to work out whether they’re hungry or just need attention.

Our pharmacists and staff would be happy to advise you if your baby is suffering from Colic or Reflux, and can offer various options that may help to reduce the incidence of these common feeding problems. Babies often pick up coughs, colds, or have a temperature and again our staff can advise on the best way to treat these, or offer tips and tricks to help alleviate these common conditions.

Medela Swing Breast Pump €169.95

Water Wipes NOW €2.49

At Sam McCauley Chemists our pharmacists and experienced staff are always available for help and advice. Sam McCauley Chemists the baby experts.

Sophie The Giraffe Original Boxed Teether €16.99

Gummee Glove €17.99

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GREAT SAVINGS ON BABYCARE Save 33% SAVE 33%

2 FOR €14.99 Caledesene Powder 100g €10.99 EACH OR 2 FOR €14.99

Aveeno Baby

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Avent Steriliser Electric 3in1 NOW €53.43 | Was €80.15

PRICE ONLY €2 Selected Johnson & Johnson Baby Toiletries

SAVE 33% J&J Sensitive Touch NOW €2.19 | Was €3.29

Baby Dove Offer Excludes Wipes and Nappy Cream

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Toddlers, Tantrums & no Time for Tiaras

Optrex Refreshing Eye Drops 10ml

Writer and broadcaster Maia Dunphy naively thought working from home once she had a baby would be easy. She was wrong…

€5.14

Mum’s Survival Guide

La Roche Posay Physiological Soothing Toner for Sensitive Skin 200ml

€15.50 Elave Cleansers: I have quite sensitive skin, and usually default to Elave. (I love most of their products, and use all of the baby range too).

I always cleanse twice – living in a city, I think it’s important, and it really only takes a minute. Then I follow it with a sensitive toner from La Roche Posay.

Optrex Refreshing Eye Drops: I am the only person I know who uses eye drops religiously.

I don’t wear glasses or contacts, but I promise you, a couple of drops after the shower on a day you are exhausted and… well, you won’t feel any less tired, but your eyes may feel slightly further away from the back of your head then they were before.

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Elave Dermo Hydrating Cleanser 125ml

€14.99

When I can afford it, I splash out on L’Occitane Verbena Shower Gel (am currently using miniatures nicked from a hotel!). Honestly, it’s like happiness in a bottle, and has many a morning transformed me from the Walking Dead to Mary Poppins in one squeeze.

(Sadly the Poppins-mood isn’t guaranteed to last all day).

I have always followed the 10-step Korean skincare routine religiously.

Yes, it takes at least half an hour in the morning and the same again at night, but I haven’t let having a baby get in the way of it. Some things you just have to make time for…. And if you believe that, then you are either insane or have two more hours in your day than I do!

Ask any busy woman with young children about her beauty routine, and the answer will usually involve a sigh as she tries to explain the things she doesn’t have time to do, rather than those she does. I used to have a meticulous skincare routine (admittedly not a 10-step one), but unfortunately these days I have been known to crawl into bed after dragging a (slightly used) baby wipe across my face. More unfortunately again, I had a baby at a time in my life when I needed to pay more attention to my beauty routine, not less.

A hectic schedule compounded by sleep deprivation is not conducive to putting ourselves first, whether you have kids or not. But there are a few things I do try to make sure I at least have in the bathroom (whether or not I use them is dependent on many other factors!).

L'Occitane Verbana Shower Gel 250ml

€17.50

Simple Wipes Twin Pack €5.95

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Whenever I feel a bit run down, I take Revive Active.

It is expensive, but my justification is that not so long ago, I used to spend more than the price of a month’s supply on a night out. I find it amazing. At the moment I am combining it with their Krill Oil supplements, and although I won’t be applying to Mensa any time soon, I honestly feel a noticeable difference in my energy and alertness.

Krill Oil 60

€19.99 Revive Active 30

€59.99

Lancôme Hypnôse Volume Mascara

€28.00

I don’t care what anyone says about accepting yourself the way you are, I feel a hundred times better with a bit of make up on. I have perfected a 5-minute make up application that is fine for everyday, and stops my neighbour asking me if I’m ill.

I am on an ongoing quest for the perfect mascara for my thin lashes, and have just discovered the Lancôme Hypnôse range. They are a wonder! Not so easy to remove though, so invest in a separate eye make up remover.

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There’s one amazing product that helps with any mum’s beauty regime; but unfortunately you won’t find it in any pharmacy.

It’s the best thing to have in your back pocket on the days when you haven’t had time to wash your hair or apply any sort of make up, and have unidentifiable stains covering 75% of your clothes.

It’s called “Perspective”, and it reminds you that even on those days, you’re doing just fine.

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*Offer available McCauley Chemists 9th March - 26th March 2017.

16 | MARCH 2017 when you purchase 2 or more Lancome products in a single transaction at Sam Shop instore or from online at www.sammccauley.com Choice of one gift per customer subject to availability, whilst stocks last. Gift not available online.