Given the increasing levels of stress to which most of us are now subjected, it comes as no surprise that that more and more cosmetics companies are producing lines designed to relax and calm. Shiseido from Japan is now introducing its own such range, based on a delicious relaxing fragrance. Bringing together a blend of eastern flowers, such as peony and gardenia, the perfume is also enriched with spices including sandalwood and cardamom, plus young bamboo and cucumber. The result is both refreshing and calming.
In addition to the fragrance itself, Shiseido's latest line offers a shower gel, body lotion and body cream, all carrying the same relaxing scent. These are now available at Shiseido counters in department stores and selected pharmacies nationwide. To celebrate its arrival, we have 20 100 ml phials of relaxing fragrance, selling for £27.50, to give away to Irish Times readers. All you have to do is telephone 01-2692575 after 9 a.m. today and mention this offer. The first 20 readers to call will each be sent Shiseido relaxing fragrance.