Effective Date: 2 August 2026
1. Introduction
Sage & Bloom Skincare uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, secure and improve our website.
This Cookie Policy explains:
- what cookies are;
- how we use cookies;
- the types of cookies we use;
- how you can manage your cookie preferences.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
2. Who We Are
Sage & Bloom Skincare operates the website:
sageandbloomskincare.co.uk
For any questions regarding cookies or privacy, please contact:
Email:
care@sageandbloomskincare.co.uk
3. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.
Cookies allow websites to:
- remember your preferences;
- keep items in your shopping basket;
- improve website functionality;
- understand how visitors use the website;
- provide relevant marketing and advertising.
Cookies may be stored temporarily during your visit or remain on your device for a set period.
4. How We Use Cookies
Sage & Bloom Skincare uses cookies for the following purposes:
- website operation;
- shopping functionality;
- payment processing;
- security;
- performance monitoring;
- analytics;
- marketing and advertising.
Some cookies are essential for the website to function, while others require your consent.
5. Legal Requirements for Cookies
Under UK and EU privacy laws:
- strictly necessary cookies may be used without consent where they are essential for providing a service requested by the user;
- non-essential cookies require consent before they are placed on your device.
Where required, we will display a cookie banner or consent management tool allowing you to choose which cookies you accept.
6. Types of Cookies We Use
6.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the operation of our website.
They may be used for:
- shopping basket functionality;
- account login;
- checkout processing;
- payment security;
- fraud prevention;
- website security.
These cookies cannot normally be disabled because doing so may prevent essential website functions from working.
6.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make.
Examples include:
- preferred settings;
- language preferences;
- saved preferences;
- shopping experience improvements.
These cookies help provide a more personalised experience.
6.3 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.
They may collect information such as:
- pages visited;
- time spent on pages;
- website navigation;
- browser and device information;
- approximate location information.
We use this information to:
- improve website performance;
- identify areas for improvement;
- understand customer behaviour.
Examples of analytics services may include:
- Google Analytics;
- similar website performance tools.
Analytics cookies are only used where appropriate consent has been obtained.
6.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies help us understand customer interests and provide more relevant advertising.
They may be used to:
- measure advertising effectiveness;
- create advertising audiences;
- show relevant promotions;
- limit repeated advertisements.
Examples may include:
- Meta Pixel;
- Google Ads conversion tracking;
- remarketing technologies.
These cookies require your consent before being activated.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers.
These may include:
- payment providers;
- delivery providers;
- analytics providers;
- advertising platforms;
- website security services.
Third parties may process information according to their own privacy policies.
We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for further information.
8. Examples of Cookies Used
The exact cookies used may change depending on the services installed on our website.
Examples may include:
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Website operation, checkout and security |
| Shopping cart cookies | Remember products added to basket |
| Payment cookies | Secure payment processing |
| Analytics cookies | Website usage statistics |
| Advertising cookies | Marketing measurement and personalisation |
| Preference cookies | Remember user settings |
9. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner.
You can:
- accept all cookies;
- reject non-essential cookies;
- customise your preferences.
You can change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings tool.
10. Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings.
You can usually:
- delete existing cookies;
- block cookies;
- receive warnings before cookies are stored.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality, including:
- shopping basket features;
- checkout;
- account functionality;
- personalised settings.
11. Google Analytics
Where used, Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Google Analytics may collect information including:
- pages visited;
- user interactions;
- device information;
- approximate location data.
We use analytics information to improve our website and customer experience.
Google processes information according to its own privacy terms.
12. Payment Cookies
Payment providers may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- process payments securely;
- prevent fraud;
- verify transactions;
- protect customers and merchants.
These cookies are controlled by the relevant payment provider.
13. Advertising Cookies
If we use advertising platforms, cookies may allow us to:
- measure campaign performance;
- understand customer journeys;
- provide relevant advertisements.
You can manage advertising preferences through your browser settings or relevant advertising platform controls.
14. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
Changes may occur due to:
- changes to technology;
- changes to legal requirements;
- changes to website functionality;
- new third-party services.
The updated version will always be published on our website.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Sage & Bloom Skincare
Email:
care@sageandbloomskincare.co.uk
Website:
sageandbloomskincare.co.uk