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Dear reader, |
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The most enduring summer memories are often created serendipitously. Picture impromptu bike rides at dawn; a picnic-turned-dinner-turned-soirée in the back garden; or a spontaneous midnight swim.
But, while the psyche may appreciate a break from routine, the skin requires more rigorous care. Seasonal support is spotlighted below, along with aromas for unplanned days at home and an easy recipe to feed unexpected guests.
Warm wishes,
Aesop |
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For aromatic ablutions |
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Washing away the scent of the garden, or the salt from the skin, feels all the more refreshing—and not as bittersweet—with the green, citrus aroma of Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser, followed by a spritz of Tacit Eau de Parfum. |
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Skin in the heat of summer |
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While it is important to replenish one’s Vitamin D reserves, this should not come at a cost to the skin. To protect its balance, a regimen may include lighter-than-usual hydration in the form of a serum, along with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. |
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Insalata di stagione for two |
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Best accompanied by a glass of white wine—perhaps a light-bodied Vermentino or zesty Gavi—this fresh, easy-to-prepare, Italian-inspired salad can be served at a few moments’ notice. |
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The dressing |
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50g Chardonnary vinegar
42g extra virgin olive oil
14g agave nectar
1 drop of lavender essence
2g of Dijon mustard
Combine all the ingredients, with the exception of the oil—this should be gradually incorporated to stabilise the dressing. |
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The base |
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35g cherry tomatoes
150g peeled cucumber
7g Tropea onion petals
20g avocado
4-6 medium-sized strawberries
15mL dressing
Complementary seasonal vegetables- for enhanced hydration, consider radishes and iceberg lettuce
Place the above in a bowl, ensuring the dressing is coating all the ingredients. Season to taste with salt and add two leaves of basil and three of coriander for a fragrant finishing touch. |
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