Halloween’s been and gone in a classically haunting style, fireworks have been popping off all over the place and hot water bottles are back in! Now spooky season’s over, we can’t wait to show you what we got up to in October. 🧡
To begin our journey Simon will be walking us through his top deals and new products of the month, one of which could save you a huge £41! 🤯
After that, we’ll take a little trip to Indonesia to explore an outstanding project we helped to fund through Ecologi this October 🌳.
Then we’ll introduce you to our brand new sustainable gift wrapping option, inspired by a traditional Japanese method known as Furoshiki. 🎁
And finally, we’re shining a sparkly staff spotlight on one of our top notch team members, Lottie. There’s a lie in her interview, see if you can work out where… Enjoy!
Founders Favourites | Simon’s deals of the month
“Simon here, one of the four founders of grüum.
October’s out the door and it’s taken all the green leaves with it! But the trees aren’t the only thing changing… Our team’s been busy conjuring up some new seasonal surprises.
Take a look at some of our best new products and offers of the month – hand selected by me – and treat yourself this autumn.”
NEW! grüum Discovery Club
Every three months enjoy five surprise products – a combination of luxurious bestsellers and seasonal newbies – for just £19, free delivery included! Each box is always worth over £60 and contains full sized products – you won’t find any skimpflation around here.
Grab a seasonal box as a one off purchase every three months as you wish, or save an extra £7 when you subscribe annually for just £69, which’ll get you a sensational 20 products a year!
What will the seasons bring you?
Yay for Clay! NEW kärlek Facial Clay Masks
Bring that bountiful balance with four NEW uniquely indulgent natural clay masks, each infused with vitamin E, coconut oil and shea butter, alongside their unique clay combinations. Suitable for every mood your skin takes.
Available as a Yay for Clay! gift set, or as individual products.
kärlek Facial Clay Mask | Pink
For settling sensitive skin. Montmorillonite, illite and kaolin soothe irritation, restoring peace, while an anti-inflammatory blend of natural oils and vitamin E protect.
kärlek Facial Clay Mask | Charcoal
The ultimate acne combatter. Kaolin and activated charcoal deep cleanse, while an antimicrobial blend of natural oils and vitamin E heal.
kärlek Facial Clay Mask | Yellow
Ideal for more mature, dry skin. Illite and kaolin buff and tone, revealing your radiance, while a hydrating blend of natural oils and vitamin E replenish.
kärlek Facial Clay Mask | Green
Oily skin & breakouts begone! Montmorillonite, illite and kaolin bring balance and tighten pores while an antimicrobial blend of natural oils and vitamin E defend.
Ecologi project of the month | Peatland restoration and conservation in Indonesia
This month our funding went, with your help, towards the following incredible project, as described by Ecologi:
“The Katingan Mentaya Restoration and Conservation Project is located within the districts of Katingan and Kotawaringin Timur in the Central Kalimantan Province of Indonesian Borneo. The project sets out to protect and restore 149,800 hectares of peatland ecosystem.
Through the protection and restoration of peatland ecosystems, the project pursues three core goals: Firstly to protect the carbon stored within these peatlands and prevent its release into the atmosphere, mitigating climate change. Second, to protect the rich biodiversity of the region; this area is an important habitat for a diverse community of plant and animal species, containing 44 critically endangered or vulnerable species, including 5-10% of the world’s remaining Bornean orangutan population.
Finally, this project works to improve the well-being and sustainable economic prospects of the 49,000 people in 39 villages, through initiatives such as micro-finance loans to support local female-led business, youth job training and internships, and the provision of health education and wellbeing support for the most vulnerable community members. “
If you’d like to warm your environmental cockles further, have a read of the full project post and everything else that Ecologi are getting up to here.
Sustainable gift wrapping is now here!
Get rid of that guilty pile of wrapping paper FOR GOOD. This Christmas (and beyond) you can get your presents wrapped up in reusable, beautifully patterned cloth 🎁
Ideal for the planet loving patron, this is a gorgeous alternative to wasteful single use wrapping paper that allows you to reduce your carbon footprint with every gift.
Our staff will hand wrap your pressie in the traditional Japanese gift wrapping style known as ‘Furoshiki’. It’s simple, beautiful, and keeps your cloth in good nick for future use – our hard wearing (yet still very easy on the eyes) cloth wrapping can be used again and again for future gifts!
Once you’ve got your eye on the ideal gift, simply add on the Reusable Gift Wrap option to your order and choose your favourite of the three gorgeous cloth patterns available.
Lovely stuff!
Staff Spotlight | Lottie
So Lottie, let’s start with the obvious. What’s your job here at grüum, and what’s your favourite thing about it? “I’m the CRM (Customer Relationship Manager) at grüum and I actually own our marketing communications strategy. My favourite thing (apart from the people) is being able to creatively market all of our products.”
Amazing! How long’s it been since you started? “I’ve been at grüum for almost 6 months now!”
Have you got a favourite product yet then? “Oh yeah – kÿra Gentle Face Wash – all day everyday 🧡“
Alright, let’s branch out a bit. If you could go anywhere in the world and see anything, at any time – past, present or future – where would you go and why?
“I’d probably go to Japan during cherry blossom season. There’s something magical about cities like Tokyo with all the neon lights and tech alongside the calm beauty of the vast Japanese countryside. (Not forgetting their food of course)“
I love that so much. Okay and finally, please tell us two truths and a lie about yourself…
“1. I get married next month
2. I have a huge fear of spiders
3. I used to live in Belgium“
Thanks so much to Lottie for this get to know you sesh! Lottie’s lie will be revealed in next months newsletter – see you then 🧡
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