August is beginning to slip away and with it, the height of summer. Here on the farm, the meadows have been cut and the fodder stored for the colder months ahead. There’s a softness to this time of year: a slowing down, a shift in the light, and a sense that nature is gently preparing to turn inward.

I always associate our Uplift Body Care range with this moment. The blends are bright and summery, and their scent brings to mind the end of harvest. Sweet orange and lemongrass, in particular, remind me of freshly baled hay…sun-warmed, golden, and full of life. There’s something about those notes that feels both energising and grounding, the perfect balance as one season gives way to the next.

This time of year is an invitation to slow down and savour the small things. Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated; it often lives in the quietest of moments. Putting your phone down and stepping outside. Choosing rest instead of rushing. Lighting a candle as you wind down.

For me, skincare is one of the most grounding rituals I know. It’s not just about looking after your skin, it’s a daily act of self-respect, a gentle reminder that you matter too.

Our Uplift range was created for just these moments, with mood-lifting botanicals and gentle aromas designed to brighten your day and nourish your skin, because self-care should be simple, soothing, and just for you.

My Uplift Ritual

To start my day, I love to create a little uplift ritual to reset and recharge. Here’s how I do it:

To start, I reach for our Uplift Body Scrub. This is one of my favourite steps, it smooths and polishes the skin while the blend of lemongrass, sweet orange, and peppermint refreshes both body and mind.

Next, I use the Uplift Hand + Body Wash to cleanse. The invigorating citrus lather instantly lifts my mood while gently cleansing my skin.

Finally, I massage in the Uplift Body Butter to nourish and seal in moisture. Rich, creamy, and packed with nourishing botanicals, it leaves my skin soft, hydrated, and lightly scented with those joyful essential oils.

Together, this trio transforms the everyday into a moment of care — cleanse, buff, nourish, and breathe deeply.