New Limited Edition from The Body Shop

In 2010, The Body Shop launched an exciting global social media competition encouraging the public to create their very own delicious and Limited Edition fragrance for Originals Bath and Shower Gel. Over 8,000 people eagerly entered the competition from around the world and earlier this year The Body Shop International Team shortlisted three of the very best: Spiced Pumpkin created by Stephie J Wilhelm from the USA; Rhubarb Fizz created by Sweden's Katarina Westman and Fresh Espresso created by Cécile Verin from Paris. As part of making the shortlist, the three finalists won the once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the birthplace of The Body Shop in Littlehampton in England. Upon arrival, each of the finalists met with The Body Shop experts and embarked upon an exclusive behind the scenes tour where they were invited into the labs to make their very own Limited Edition Originals Bath and Shower Gel. On top of this exciting experience, the finalists were also treated to a personalised lunch, with ingredients and dishes tailored to each by the suggested fragrances of the three Originals competition entrants. Flown over from across Europe and North America, the lucky finalists were also rewarded a three night stay in London so that they could relax, take in the amazing sights and even get in a little shopping. However there could only be one winner and one New Limited Edition Originals Bath and Shower Gel collection, with Stephie J Wilhelm's Spiced Pumpkin coming out tops and on sale in time for Halloween! Stephie took inspiration from childhood memories of her aunt's homemade pumpkin pies, a family favourite for the autumn season. Stephie says: "As a child I love having Thanksgiving in our household. I have a large family and it was the time we all came together before Christmas. I always remember loving my aunt's pumpkin pie and how creamy it always was. It really bought me into the season. Although you can eat it all year long, the best pumpkins are fresh during the fall time of year and nothing beats homemade pumpkin pie. As an adult, I have an allergy to milk products; so I enjoy making myself a pumpkin spice flavour latte to wake me up in the morning. All the steamy goodness brings back those memories of home." This fragrance is the perfect choice, a seasonal and sweet scent that will awaken the senses. Originals Spiced Pumpkin retails at €6.95 and is available from The Body Shop, Athlone Towncentre.