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PRESS & MEDIA
Country Calling - Last Minute West Country Gift Guide December 2011. countrycalling.co.uk "Your tricky Mother-in-law will be forever grateful for a bottle of OV Naturals ‘Triple Rose’ Luxury Facial Oil, £32.99. This is wondrous stuff, guaranteed to give your skin just the boost it needs at this time of year. (We’ll be self-gifting too when it comes to this particular present)."
Sublime Magazine Issue 29 Sept/Oct 2011 - "Mellow & Fruitful" Beauty & Grooming Feature.OV Triple Rose Luxury Organic Facial Oil "A beauty industry favourite."
Sublime Magazine Issue 28 July/August 2011 -"Stay Cool" Beauty & Grooming feature. "Indulge overheated, stressed skin and hair with our fabulous selection of refreshing, soothing treats - perfect holiday or festival must-haves."
"For Him: OV naturals No Fuss Purifying Cleansing Lotion For Men. Light, effective cleanser packed with nutritious plant & woody essential oils - wild cedarwood, organic petitgrain, wild cypress, sweet almond oil, vitamin E and certified-organic jojoba oil."
"For Her: OV naturals Stay Balanced Harmonising Organic Moisturiser. Luxurious, easily absorbed moisturiser for normal/combination skin with certified-organic Lavender, organic, antibacterial palmarosa and certified-organic bergamot."
You magazine, Mail on Sunday, 'Skincare Special' 26 June 2011
"We love facial oils to keep skin supple and glowing. A favourite is OV Triple Rose Luxury Organic Facial Oil, which really does plump and moisturise dry skin overnight." Sarah Stacey & Jo Fairley
www.beautybible.com 'Sarah Loves' May 2011
"‘OV stands for Orchard View, the home of aromatherapist Lucy Stevens, in Somerset. She’s a wonderful practitioner (her Ayurvedic-based facial massage is a fab temporary face-lift, and blissfully relaxing), and the products are as lovely as she is. I love rose (as many of you do too, we know) and this nourishing facial oil made my skin instantly soft and velvety feeling, with a visible bloom. You can use night and morning – with night cream for extra moisturising overnight; in the morning, I use it under a tinted moisturiser." Sarah Stacey.
Irish Independent April 2011
"What would be your desert island beauty buy?"
"Facial oil. Currently Triple Rose Luxury Organic Facial oil by a tiny Somerset business called Orchard View Naturals.”
From an interview with the Beauty Bible's Sarah Stacey in www.independent.ie woman, Apr 2011 “Sarah Stacy and Jo Fairley are the award wining authors behind the hugely successfully Beauty Bible series."
BLOGS
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Mandy Wilson, 35 from Harrogate: "I sampled the Triple rose oil and I’m a HUGE fan of anything with rose so this for me was just bliss in a bottle. The fragrance was incredible and long lasting and on application the oil just soaks into your skin at the same time as it freshens, smoothes, shines and leaves you feeling utterly pampered."
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"I’ve been very lucky to sample the OV ‘Rosy Glow’ Luxury Organic Moisturiser and OV ‘Triple Rose’ Luxury Organic Facial Oil and I can honestly say that this stuff is wonderful!
As you should know by now… I do have sensitive skin and most importantly it can break out at any time without any notice. So, trying any new product is always a risk for me personally as I’m used to a break out after trying something brand new.
So… how did I get on? Well I tried the facial oil first at night time after cleansing my skin. I usually cleanse, tone, moisturise and apply tea tree oil or a similar product (like a good girl), but this time I simply cleansed then applied the oil all over.
I only needed a couple of drops, warmed it in the palm of my hand and then smoothed it on in an upwards motion. I was worried that I would feel greasy and oily, but I had nothing to worry about. The smell was so lovely… it’s so nice to use organic treats for your skin. It was different to using a moisturiser, but I had my beaut-e sleep and woke up in the morning with a lovely glow… and no break outs! Wahey!
So I applied the moisturiser for the day, and again found that the cream wasn’t oily or greasy, and it simply melted into my skin. It really did give me a glowing complexion and my friend (who’s known for bluntness and honesty) said I looked like I’d had a facial! Oooohhh… thanks for the compliment!"
beauteonline.co.uk
Zing-a-Ling Body Lotion - "It just about delivered the moisturising hit my winter skin needed, which is impressive given how cold the weather’s been (and my tendency towards lizard legs).
It smells amazing; citrussy, fresh and uplifting. The lime really comes through, giving it a sharpness that you don’t get from the more floral notes of orange fragrances. It’s one for the morning when your body’s up but your brain’s still in bed." naturalbeautycabinet.com February 2012
SOCIAL MEDIA
"I love love love triple rose oil ... my new bff" @kohsamuirosie, Twitter
"When I bought your Triple Rose Oil the other day I didnt realise I was buying liquid gold. It looks like liquid gold, feels like liquid gold and my neck and chest are already shimmering like they havent for 20 years! Thankyou." Caressence Roden on Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
"The most amazing skincare, the scent of Wake Up Happy makes me happy even before I put it on and the Triple Rose Facial Oil is sublime." Siobhan Lancaster on Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
"@OVnaturals Received my Triple Rose facial oil today. It was beautifully wrapped, smells divine and my skin feels like silk. WoW Thank you ♥" Louise Middleton @ElvinFairy on Twitter
"Hello Lucy i received my triple rose oil on my birthday-it was there waiting for me when i got home from work and shhh dont tell anyone but it was my best pressie!Used it that night and every day this week and as first impressions go i am loving it-my skin looks and feels amazng,soft smoother looking-i think your products are going to be the ones i never want to be without!Thank you x" Sand Henderson on Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
"i received my beautiful 'petalicious' silky organic soaps today, thank-you so much they smell lovely :)" Kelly-ann Murray on Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
"#ww @ovnaturals love love love these products .... you should try for yourself, you won't be disappointed xx (via @ffhelper)" @lomondbeauty Lesley Devlin on Twitter
"@OVnaturals Aw Lucy the items I rec'd from you are fab! Pressie for someone but I think I'll keep them for myself!" @KerryJenkins2 @ChirpyChimp on Twitter
"@OVnaturals Hiya just wanted you to know my skin is loving your products thank you for giving me your goodies-they are fantastic!!xx" @sandigled sandra henderson
love my pot of OV rosy glow moisturiser. Thank you! ideal for working outdoors on the boats @BOATCOVERSIE on Twitter
"Having recently bought the OV Triple Rose Luxury Organic Facial Oil from you, have to say it is just gorgeous. Am using it in the morning and last thing at night, when the beautiful scent helps me to relax ...it makes my skin so soft and rehydrated." Sharon, Somerset Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
@OVnaturals could well be buying more of this. Left my skin so soft & fragrant thank u I love it.xxx
@OVnaturals love it. Love it love it. Thank you.xxx
@OVnaturals. It's lovely u can feel the difference after few minutes & its not greasy.x
All from @suej1601 susan jenkins on Twitter on OV Triple Rose & OV Rosy Glow
Use @OVnaturals Rose Moisturiser during the day & Triple Rose facial oil during the night for a gorgeous glow! It's worked for me! :-) Elle @beauteonline, Twitter.
@OVnaturals loving your triple rose oil...its lush! @shipshapeann on Twitter
"@OVnaturals I really like the new woody aroma of the OV No Fuss for men organic moisturising lotion. Thanks for listening to the feedback" @daisymaes1 on Twitter
"Check out www.ovnaturals.co.uk if you like beautiful organic skincare products and therapies. Tried & tested & love."@BOATCOVERSIE on Twitter
"thanks Lucy, gave your #WakeUpHappy magic to one of my favorite friends, she loved it :o) perfect gift xx" @belindawaldock on Twitter
"I'm so pleased with your moisturizer I've won a few weeks back. It smells wonderful and perfect for my skin...thank you!!!!" Clara Cort on Facebook.com/orchardviewnaturals
CUSTOMERS - SKINCARE PRODUCTS
"You must create your products with love for them to be so truly wonderful. That rose oil is a true blessing!" Hannah Thomas via email.
"Your rose oil is liquid sunshine. Joy in a bottle. My face has never been so happy!!!!! And so beautifully wrapped. What a wonderful product. :)" Hannah Thomas via email.
"I just wanted to say your products are absolutely gorgeous!! The aromas and the textures are beautiful and my skin is very impressed!...all of the products I have tried so far have been wonderful, and my very dehydrated skin is literally drinking them in!!! Thank you for making such beautiful products that make my skincare routine feel like a spa ritual :-)"
Emma Dodd, via email
"I love spreading the word about great products and when people start commenting that your looking younger and fresh faced then you know your doing something right and using products that help!"
Sand Henderson, via email
"The rosy glow is already making a difference. I am using it specifically as an eye cream at night (with wake up happy on the rest of my face) and it really has made a difference, the “crepeyness” is all but gone, quite amazing really in such a short time, well done! Knocks other, expensive, eye creams into a hat!" Siobhan Lancaster, Axminster.
“ All the OVnaturals products I have tried smell gorgeous and are great for my skin- I particularly love the 'Firm friend' moisturiser and the soap. I have also bought several products as presents for friends and family as I like to buy gifts that are locally made and ethical, and they must have gone down well as I am now getting requests for more! ” Melanie Ward-Ablitt on thisissomerset.co.uk
"I am a complete convert to the OV Naturals range and therapies. Being a more 'mature' lady, I have become a huge 'firm friend' fan! They have transformed my skin, as have the facials and natural face lifts - blissfully relaxing & effective." Annie Taylor on Freeindex.co.uk
"I thought I’d wait until I’d used my Triple Rose for a few days before emailing in order to give you my feedback and, what can I say, it works miracles and is an absolute pleasure to use - what other goodies have you got up your sleeve that I haven’t yet tried? All your products are superb and thank you again." Amanda Moffat, Barrington, Somerset.
"The products I bought from you are all excellent. I found your advice on using them really helpful too. My eczema is under control now. I love the rose oil ... Also the moisturising mask is fab...it gives my skin an amazing glow especially when it needs a pick me up." Marianne Brown, London.
"…..Never mind Wake Up Happy, just opening the jar when it arrived just now made me happy – the scent of it is just AMAZING, can’t wait to use it tonight!" Siobhan Lancaster, Devon.
"I do love it (OV Luxury Organic Triple Rose Facial Oil) - gives you an immediate 'rosy glow'!" Carole Lowis, Kirkby Moorside, Yorks
"I really enjoyed using the cleansers - it is great to use soemthing natural & organic which definately improves the apperaance of my skin." Louise Gibb, Chard, Ilminster.
"I am really excited about OV products. I am very impressed, as have spent years trying to find natural products that work and smell good too." JJ, Somerset
"Loving the Wake-Up-Happy, it smells divine!" Emma Martin, Belfast, Co Down.
"OV skincare has definitely helped stabilise my skin, especially through the winter months" TM Somerset
"I really liked the bamboo facial cloth, particularly that bit of texture so you feel that you are really getting into the nooks and crannies ,and am on a mission to keep it away from my teenage daughters!" Rosemary King, Chard, Somerset.
“Thank you for helping me get my skin back on track” Amanda Moffat, Barrington, Somerset.
"These are all gorgeous creams (OV cleansers) - hence the high scores. With them all, a little goes a long way." Tamasine Mason, Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset.
"My skin felt soft & smooth (OV Happy Days Creamy Organic Cleanser). Used with rose toner & Happy Days moisturiser seems the perfect combination." Rosemary Gallagher, Stocklinch, Ilminster.
“The facial cleanser (OV Stay Balanced Purifying Cleansing Lotion) is an amazing pick-me-up in the morning and feels really fresh and clean.” Sarah Sanders, Ilminster, Somerset.
"I don't usually worry about my skin too much, but I've noticed recently that it was starting to look a bit 'tired'. I really think this cream has made a difference. It's lovely to use, smells delicious, and is really rich without being greasy - a little goes a long way. I've been using it on areas I felt needed it most, and my skin feels much more supple and nourished." Melanie, South Somerset.
"It is nice to use such lovely products that do not irritate my skin." LW, Dorset
“Shampoo suits my hair, which I was pleasantly surprised about, it feels great, and my hair is bouncing around all over the place!"
JJ, Somerset
“I’d like another of your fabulous Zing-a-Ling Shower Gels in the biggest bottle you have please. Love the citrus smell, wakes me up in the morning! 5 out of 5”. CD, Cheshire.
"I find this hair oil so luxurious to use. Just a tiny amount goes a long way. I have always been very self-concious of my hair and tried all sorts of things for it, including very reputable companies. This OV product is by far the best - deeply nourishing and completely natural, I use it at least once a week and the bottle never seems to run out! Occassionally I use a small amount to style curls too. The essential oils on the scalp nurture my insides as well as out. And my hair looks and feels amazing when I wash the oils out." HLF Somerset (Hair Treatment oil)
"Following the realisation that my hair was falling out and thinning, I have been using the OV Naturals Hair Oil ... Every week I have nurtured my hair and scalp with the oil with wonderful long lasting results. With a combination of vitamins and the Oil I have been able to regain a true shine and thickness that I once thought I would never have again. I would highly recommend this product." TM Somerset
Received a bottle of ‘Hair Today’ as a gift along with some ‘No Fuss' moisturising lotion – a less than subtle hint I thought! Am normally pretty dubious about this sort of thing, but decided to give it a go. Am not sure how or why, but a small drop massaged into damp hair each morning has left my hair looking healthier and thicker than it has in ages. The moisturising lotion also turned out to be a good bet – light and easily absorbed. Both have a great non perfumey natural smell and come in really smart aluminium bottles, ideal for the washbag. DM, London
"Very impressed with the soap - smells gorgeous." - Carole, Kirkby Moorside, Yorks.
"The Petalicious soap looks gorgeous and is beautiful to use. It makes a really soft, silky lather and left my skin smelling lovely." MMW Somerset.
"Am really delighted with the soaps – which not only look beautiful, but smell so good and remind me of your wonderful aromatheraphy massages!"
SH, Somerset
CUSTOMERS - THERAPIES
“Thank you so much for such a wonderful facial.I just loved it and my skin has been so grateful ever since.I am totally hooked on the Happy Days cleanser and will be trying the night cream next. Many thanks from a very happy customer.” Katie, Somerset
"Tip – use OV products and visit Lucy, as often as possible – not forgetting to drink that water! I wouldn’t want to be without the night time oil, or firm friend face cream, not to mention Lucys hand made soaps. Over the years I have used a lot of the high street, expensive products. And none of them are nearly as effective as OV. It means a lot to me the way they have been sourced, and I really look forward to using them." Jenny Johnson, Somerset
"The face massage has so many benefits. Your skin feels and looks amazing, even more so the next day, and is the most relaxing treatment I have ever had." Jenny Johnson, Somerset.
"I can't choose (a favourite treatment) seriously, they are all amazing, unique and individual, and each one is focused on any issues at that time". TM, Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset.
"From the moment you’re welcomed by Lucy into the therapy room, with subdued lighting, gentle music and the aroma of essential oils, you know you’re about to have a wonderful experience. The Ayurvedic Face Massage is so relaxing I felt as though I was floating. It really did ‘lift’ my face and my skin was glowing. The facial oils and creams are easily absorbed and felt really good on my dry, mature skin."
Sandra Harvey, Hambridge, Somerset.
"My treatment was quite gorgeous... can't believe how effective the massage is. 10 years younger is the aim!" Sally Ferry, Somerset
"Your gorgeous OV Aromatherapeutic Facial (is my favourite treatment) - my skin looks and feels glowing and vibrant after the treatment. A regular Natural Facelift Massage has worked wonders on my face." Sally Ferry, Somerset
"Lucy provides a thoroughly professional yet warm, caring and safe environment. I particularly appreciate the way she tailors each treatment session to my specific needs… aromatherapy has proved invaluable to fighting stress and tension that build up and cause headaches. The facial is wonderful and always leaves me feeling relaxed and revived. Her products are excellent." Lucy Blows, Shepton Beauchamp, Ilminster, Somerset.
"My aromatherapy treatments with Lucy have been very beneficial, especially the full body massage and have helped to reduce the stress that I am undergoing at the moment. Lucy is professional, caring and attentive and has a good knowledge of the essential oils she uses and I like the fact she has organic and good quality oils. The room is comforting and relaxing with different music each time I visit. The towels are cosy and warm and the treatment couch is very comfortable (I have been on many that are not!) Overall a wonderful, relaxing and positive experience!" Corinne Short, Somerset
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