Arran Sense of Scotland After The Rain range review: the £58 fragrance worth trying (aff)
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Arran Sense of Scotland’s After The Rain range delivers a fresh, layered scent across fragrance, home and body favourites
When a company goes to the trouble of printing a map of its roots on its packaging and even gift box tissue paper you know you're dealing with a deeply proud brand.
Arran Sense of Scotland has been producing unique bath, body and home fragrance collections for almost 40 years, using mineral-rich water from the Isle of Arran to bring purity to everything it creates. To this day everything is made on the island by local people.
I'm new to this Scottish brand but was immediately a convert after trying some of the hero products from the After The Rain range. If you love the fragrance, you can't go wrong with buying any of the products.
For me, the 50ml bottle of eau de parfum, £58, is an absolute must to try. The scent is a delicate balance of citrus, soft florals and warm woods. The opening is bright and clean, with uplifting lime and light citrus that softens into rose with hints of jasmine before settling into a comforting base of sandalwood, musk and precious woods. The result is a fragrance that feels fresh and airy. I've worn it regularly for days now and it's become a real favourite.
If you're looking to scent your home, opt for the reed diffuser, £35, scented candle, also £35, and room spray, £20.
The candle is a standout with its distinctive glass jar and burn time of up to 35 hours. But I'm also impressed by the reed diffuser which has been delicately scenting my hall for several weeks. Also look out for travel sets, gift sets and discovery sets.
Many Arran Sense of Scotland loyal customers rave about the After The Rain bath oil, a bargain at £18 given the quality of the product, and bath salts, £16.50, which leave your skin feeling and smelling fabulous.
I also tried the hydrating hand cream, £13.50 which quickly got to work on my gardener's hands!
After The Rain, in whatever form you choose, will add a wonderful, lingering scent of Scottish freshness to you and your home.
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