June Empties

This is what I've been using up in June. My smallest amount of empties ever I think!

Argan Dew Miraculous Argan Oil 3.5ml* - a rich and luscious oil which leaves the hair smooth and shiny. I'd maybe purchase.

Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip & Cheek Stain in Forever Pink - I simply love this moisturising tinted lip balm. I've already bought a replacement.

Jo Malone Lime, Basil & Mandarin Bath Oil 30ml - love this scent and this luxurious bath oil. I received this one as a gift but would definitely buy.

Aromatherapy Associates Breathe Bath & Shower Oil 3ml - this was ok. Not my favourite scent so wouldn't buy.

bodhi Neroli Luce Revitalising Face Oil 15ml - love, love, love this face oil. I've got a 5ml mini to use up. Will definitely re-purchase as I find its a great product to use in Spring and Summer.

Neom Real Luxury Organic Bath Oil 5ml - this was lovely. Sure to pick it up again.

Lucy Annabella Organics Cloud Nine Bath Milk 125ml - I received this partly used from Sam at Honey Go-Lightly - thanks Sam! Was lovely to use but it is very expensive so unlikely to purchase.

Maddi Alexander Evocative Bath Oil 10ml - this was nice to use. Unsure if I'd purchase as there are other bath oils I prefer.

Mendill Eucalyptus Organic Towelette* - love these wipes sure to buy again.

Tata Harper Love Potion sample vial - this was nice enough but didn't love it enough to buy full size.

Bamford Geranium Bath Oil 30ml - love this! Just cracked open my last mini one. Will probably buy full size at some point.

Pure Thoughts Tangerine & Jojoba Whipped Shea Butter 10g - received this in the S/S Green Beauty Swap. This is one of my favourite Pure Thoughts products so sure to buy again.

Peppy Galore Diva Cleansing Oil 48g - love this vanilla scented oil.  See my review here. Will definitely buy when I reduce my cleanser stash a bit.

John Masters Organics Rose Foaming Face Wash 5ml - this was ok wouldn't buy full size.

Argan Dew Replenishing Hair Mask 10ml* - this left my hair looking great but didn't love the scent of the hair mask.

Bloom Remedies Sweet Orange & Cedarwood Shower Gel 50ml - received this from Ailsa in the S/S Green Beauty Swap. Loved it so much I bought full size!

Dr Bronner's Peppermint Pure Castile Soap 237ml - my favourite Dr Bronner's scent. Have already re-purchashed.

Apivita Body Euphoria Bath & Shower Gel with Jasmine & White Tea 300ml* - love this gorgeous scented shower gel. Sure I'll pick this up at some point.

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A Closer Look: Shower Gels

This is my current shower gel collection:

Madara Refreshing Soap in Fresh Mint 250ml - I first received this in an Amarya box (now Love Lula) and loved it. This is a repeat purchase.  See my review here.

Apivita Body Euphoria Jasmine & White Tea Bath & Shower Gel 300ml* - this shower gel is simply lovely.  It lathers up well and has such an uplifting scent.  It is free from chemical nasties and the scent lingers on the skin after a shower.  Best to follow up with the matching body lotion.

The Body Deli Tahitian Vanilla Nutrient Hand & Body Wash 240g - a really delicious scented shower gel which smells of Vanilla.  See my review here.

Dr Organic Rose Otto Body Wash 250ml - one of my favourite Dr Organic scents. It lathers well and leaves the skin scented with roses.

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml* - the shower gel has a fruity exotic scent. It contains essential oil of sweet orange as well as bergamot. Makes for an uplfiting morning shower. Contains no parbabens, sls and no animal testing. It lathers well leaving the skin soft, moisturised and lightly scented.  Follow with the matching body lotion to prolong the scent.

ooh la la naked creamy bliss coco de mer body wash 250ml - a creamy and exotic scented wash - it contains coconut and passionflower.  See my review here.

bodhi Mint Thé Refreshing Bath & Shower Therapy 250ml - this is my favourite ever bodhi shower gel. Uplifting and refreshing. See my review here.

What's your favourite shower gel?

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A Closer Look: Hand Creams

I simply love hand creams and currently have a pretty healthy stash!  You can see what I had in my stash previously here.  I can honestly say it has just over doubled! Oops.

Lancome Nutrix Royal Mains Intense Nourishing & Restoring Hand Cream 100ml - a super rich and luxe cream which smells gorgeous and leaves the hands feeling deeply moisturised.

Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina anti-ageing Hand and Nail Cream 50ml - I reviewed this hand cream here. This product has been discontinued and the brand has been re-launched as Barefoot SOS. The hand cream can still be purchased on Amazon or Feel Unique.

Chandler Farm Lavender Hand Creme 88.7ml* - this came in the Vegan Cuts box I reviewed recently see here. A rich cream scented with lavender. I like to use this just before bed.

sk:n Anti-Ageing Hand Cream 50ml - a nice cream which moisturises the hands and nails leaving them with a light floral scent.

Neal's Yard Remedies Bee Lovely Hand Cream 50ml - this was a magazine freebie a while back. A great hand cream scented with orange which helps save the bees. 

Nuxe Reve de Miel Hand & Nail Cream 75ml - smells of honey and deeply moisturises the hands and nails. One of my all time favourites.

Mavala Hand Cream 30ml - this came in a gift pack. Deeply moisturises hands and nails.

Lj's Natural Solutions Soothing Organic Handbag Hand Lotion 60ml - a lotion scented with Lavender, Rosewood and Ylang Ylang essential oils.  See my review here.

Laura Mercier Almond Coconut Milk Hand Creme 30g - this one smells lush! I keep this one in my handbag for moisturising on the go!

Neom Inspiration Violet, Chamomile & Cedarwood Organic Hand Cream 50ml & Neom Complete Bliss Moroccan Blush Rose Organic Hand Cream 50ml - love both these. My all time favourite hand cream.  See my review of Complete Bliss here.

Conscious Skincare Soothing Hand Cream for Hard Working Hands 50ml* - a deliciously rich cream which is perfect for use after gardening.  See my review here.

Living Nature Nourishing Hand Cream 50ml* - one of my current favourite hand creams. One I'll definitely purchase when I reduce my stash.  See my review here.

Dr Organic Rose Otto Hand & Nail Cream 125ml - love everything I've tried from this cost conscious organic brand. Smells gorgeous and is lovely to use. Another one I'll definitely re-purchase.

Apivita Moisturising Hand Cream with Aloe & Honey 50ml* - this has a light texture and smells gorgeous.  See my mini review here.

Have you used any of these?  What's your favourite hand creams?  Do you have an addiction to hand creams like me?

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A Closer Look: Bath Oils, Salts & Bubbles

Last week I showed you my Serums & Face Oils - see here.  Today I'm sharing my bath products. I adore a soak in the bath and try to do this most days.

Bath Oils

Dr Organic Rose Otto Bath Oil 100ml - I simply love this rose scented bath oil. It's a good dupe (and a lot cheaper) than my all time favourite by REN (which I've also got in my collection thanks to hubby at Xmas and a very generous PR gift).

Neom Refresh Organic Bath Oil 100ml - a refreshing and uplifting bath oil with notes of Sicilian Lemon and fresh Basil.

Lubatti Wild Violet Bath Oil 200ml and Rose Bath Oil 200ml - received these as gifts. Makes for a lightly scented indulgent bath.

Quintessentially English English Rose Bath Oil Elixir 50ml - I received this in a beautiful set at Christmas from Nardine. You can see I love rose scents!  This is a lovely bath oil. 

G Baldwin & Co Harmonising Bath Oil 100ml - with essential oils of Lavender, Marjoram and Geranium it makes for a relaxing bath.  See my mini review here.

Jo Malone Grapefruit Bath Oil 250ml - this was another pressie from hubby. Total luxury like all Jo Malone products. 

REN Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil 110ml - my favourite bath oil...ever! See my review here.

I've got a few Aromatherapy Associates Bath & Shower Oils - Inner Strength 7.5ml (love the spicy cardamon notes), Revive Evening 7.5ml, 2 x Revive Morning 3ml.  These smell gorgeous and make for a great soak. I reviewed the Serene Bath Soak here.

Maddi Alexander Frivolous (Sicilian Lemon, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Ginger, Clove) and Evocative (Mexican Lime, Ginger, Cinnamon, Mandarin) bath oil minis.  These are lovely. I reviewed the Serene Bath Soak here.

Salts and Soaks:

Charlotte Hilton Rose Otto Sweet and Seductive Rosebud Milk Bath 225g - this makes for a truly pampering bath. It contains mini rosebuds - simply gorgeous. See my review here.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 400g - the most amazing salts. Soak in these and then have the perfect night's sleep.  See my review here.

Bubbles and Milks:

Elemis Quiet Mind Relaxing Bath Elixir 300ml - makes lots of bubbles. Great for use before bed.

The White Company White Lavender Bath Milk 200ml - another pressie. Not tried this yet!

Time Bomb Rescue Mission Miracle Mineral Bath 500ml* - great for soothing tired muscles. Helps with stress and helps to relax the mind and body.

bodhi Ylang Ylang Incensa Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - the last of my bodhi minis. This is gorgeous.  See my review here.

Apivita Body Euphoria Jasmine & White Tea Bath & Shower Gel 300ml* - the scent of this is so uplifting. Review to follow.

I forgot these which are stored in a different place in the bathroom!

Ancienne Ambiance Rosa & Lavendula Salts samples* - You can see my review of the lovely Rosa Salts here.

Marble & Milkweed Rose & Cardamon Bathing Salts 10oz* - love these gorgeous scented salts.  See my review here.

inner-soul organics Scandinavian Angelica Refresh Bath & Shower Oil 30ml - this oil has a smokey scent and contains Thistle, Arctic Cranberry and Birch.  Full review will be up shortly. I received this in the prize I won from Fi at The Beauty Shortlist at Christmas.

Do you like a long soak in the bath?  What's your favourite product to use?

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A Closer Look: Serums & Face Oils

When I started #NoBuyJanuary I showed you a photo of my over-stuffed bathroom cabinet (well..one of them!)  See here. Today I'm going to show you my Serums and Face Oils collection.  These are my all time favourite type of skincare items along with cleansers and body products.

S5 Calm Serum 10ml - this came in a beauty box and is really nice to use.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 10ml - I got this recently in a Latest in Beauty pack not really tried it much yet.

Willow Organic Beauty Super Firming Serum 20ml* - simply love this. You can feel it instantly firming on the skin.  See my review here.

Apivita Natural Serum Radiance 15ml* - lovely to use.  See my review here.

inner-soul organics Barefaced Beauty Natural Serum 30ml - I was lucky enough to win this and other goodies in Fi's (The Beauty Shortlist) giveaway just before Christmas. A full review to come.

MVO Face Oil sample* - a gorgeous face oil which is packed full of good things for the skin.  See my review here. I'll be sad when this one's finished.

001 Intensive Elixir 30ml* - my favourite face oil of last year.  See my review here.  It makes the skin look and feel amazing. It also has a beautiful scent.

Kris D'Amour Organic Argan, Apple Seed & Strawberry Seed Rejuvenating Face Treatment Oil 30ml* - a light treatment oil which smells lovely.  See my initial thoughts here.

Botanicals Rose & Camellia Face Oil sample - this came in a mini gift set a while ago. Nice to use and smells lightly of roses. See my post here.

inner-soul organics Mullein Flower Purifying Facial Oil 30ml - another product I received in the prize from Fi at the Beauty Shortlist. Again, a review will be up soon. Both are simply exquisite.

Charlotte Hilton Rose Otto Facial Serum 25ml* - a gorgeous rosehip, argan oil and pomegranate seed oil based facial serum scented with rose otto. Again review up soon.

ESPA Optimal Skin ProSerum 8ml* - a lovely light serum which I reviewed here. Also have back ups of this!

bodhi Desert Rose Rejuvenating Face Oil 30ml - one of my favourite face oils and one which will always be in my collection. I just love everything about it. See my review here. This is a brand new bottle :)

bodhi Neroli Luce Revitalising Face Oil 15ml - I also love this one for spring/summer months. This is great for combination/oily skin and smells fantastic.

Indie Lee Squalane Facial Oil 1oz* - I was sent this to review from a beautiful world and love it. See my review here. It seems that every Indie Lee product I try I love!

Antipodes Divine Face Oil 30ml - a simply gorgeous oil which I have only recently cracked open. I received it in my Selfridges box ages back.  Packed full of good things for the skin. Review up soon.

Lj's Very Indulgent Organic Face Oil 30ml - I received this from Jen in the Autumn Beauty Swap. A gorgeous face oil which contains rosehip, evening primrose and frankincense essential oil.  One of my favourites.

OCÉOPIN L'Huile de Graines de Pin Maritime 15ml* - a really unusual facial oil scented with Maritime Pine. See my review here.

Simply Bee Propolis Serum 30ml* - this lovely serum only has three ingredients. See my review here.

Do you use any of these? What's your favourite face oils and serums?

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January: Lately I've been Loving

Here's what I'm loving this month:

I bought The Little Book of Lunch which is jam packed full of tasty lunch ideas. Only made one so far...the Spanish lunch which was simply yummy. 

I picked up this really cute mug recently (I love collecting pretty mugs). A bargain at a fiver and it holds loads of tea.

a beautiful world sent me a pot of Indie Lee's Calendula Eye Balm* - it is quite simply the best eye product I've ever used and a full review will be up next week.

I'm loving that I've got back into reading this month and even tried my first Kindle book (borrowed the Kindle off hubby).  I just finished The Killer Next Door by Alex Marwood on Tuesday, super creepy and I just didn't see the ending coming! You can see my review here.  Still on the fence whether I'd buy a kindle as I love real books too much!  Although in saying that I've got a kindle book on blogging for profit which I've just started...

Pukka 3 Cinnamon Tea is simply delicious! It is a blend of Indian, Indonesian and Vietnamese teas. it has a sweet and spicy taste.  I'd probably never have discovered it as I tend to stick to tea brands I know. Jen at Daisy Rose Beauty knows I love teas and sent me a selection of sachets at Christmas.  I'm now on my second box!

Apivita sent me (and some other lucky bloggers!) gorgeous goodies at Christmas - Euphoria Bath & Shower Gel, Body Milk and Soap. The products are scented with Jasmine and White Tea and are simply gorgeous! So uplifting and the skin is left lightly scented.  A full review to follow.  

What are you loving this month?

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Shopping my Stash #42 - #NoBuyJanuary Edition 2

These are the products I've been reaching for this week:

Melvita Apicosma Ultra-Nourishing Body Balm - I first received a mini of this in Jane's BBB Beauty Box.  A rich balm scented with honey and packed full of nourishing butters and oils. Great for all over body use but especially on dry skin areas.

Apivita Moisturising Hand Cream with Aloe and Honey* - a light hand cream which super moisturises the hands. It smells lovely too. It contains aloe, honey, natural oils and butters along with biotin, Vitamin E and Provitamin B5 which helps to strengthen nails as well as nourish.  Organic Witch Hazel enhances antioxidant and soothing action. A really lovely hand cream.

Charlotte Hilton Rose Otto Face Oil* - a rich face oil which is stuffed with good things for the skin - Rosehip Seed Oil, Argan Oil and Pomegranate Seed Oil along with Rose Otto. It moisturises the skin leaving it soft and radiant. A fuller review to follow. I reviewed the Rose Otto, Sweet and Seductive Rosebud Milk Bath here.

Bee Yummy Skin Food* - a new product which is straight from NYC and only available at a beautiful world. This moisturiser is made from totally raw ingredients and is "so pure you could eat it".  It contains wildflower honey and honey cappings, bee pollen, St John's Wort flowers, Royal Jelly, Balsam Fir needles and pure water.  It super nourishes the skin and can help with burns, cuts, eczema and psoriasis.  My skin is just loving it.  A fuller review to follow.

Willow Organic Beauty Luxury Lip Balm* - a gorgeous rich and conditioning balm which is scented with orange. It also includes comfrey, Barbary Fig oil, Vitamin E and antioxidants. It leaves the lips conditioned and glossy. A really lovely lip balm. See my review of products from the Barbary Fig Miracle range here.

Have you used any of these products?

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Pampering #3

I do so love a little pampering. Here's what I've been using:

Melvita Milky Cleansing Oil 145ml* - this is a gorgeous rich cleansing oil scented with Damask rose essence. It easily whisks away all make up and daily grime. Massage into the skin and then add a little water which turns the cleanser milky. Remove with a warmed damp muslin cloth. Leaves the skin feeling clean and moisturised.

Freyaluna Skin Support Facial Tonic sample - this came in my recent Souk Souk box. A simply lovely toner which balances and tones the skin. It contains rosewater and a blend of essential oils.  Already a huge Freyaluna fan.  See my post on the Selection Box here.

Maddi Alexander Frivolous Bath & Body Oil 10ml - this came in my YOU Beauty Box. A beautiful oil which contains African baobab oil, Kalahari melon and sweet almond oils and scented with Sicilian lemon, bergamot, sweet orange, ginger and clove.  I tried the Serene Bath Soak a while ago - see here. 

Apivita Face Scrub with Olive 40ml* - a fine grained scrub which removes dead skin cells and cleanses the pores. It leaves the skin feeling revitalised, soft and renewed. 

ila spa Face Mask for Revitalising Skin sample pot* - a mineral rich green clay mask which adds radiance and revitalises the skin. See my review here.

Yarok Feed Your Youth Hair & Scalp Serum 1oz* - Simply love this pre-shampoo serum. I also sometimes put a couple of drops in my conditioner before rinsing.  See my full review here.

Laidbare butter me up body butter 250ml - a rich jasmine scented body cream which melts into the skin. Love the scent and the moisturising qualities. Quite simply a lovely product to use.  See my review here.

Have you used any of these products?

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APIVITA Natural Skincare

I was recently send a gorgeous box packed full of APIVITA Natural Skincare Products.

APIVITA was founded in 1979 by two pharmacists, Nikos and Niki Koutsianas who share a passion for nature.  Apivita was the first natural cosmetic company in Greece. The products are inspired by the honey bee, Greek nature and biodiversity, a holistic approach and balance of the body, mind and soul.

There are no SLS, ALES, ALS, Parabens, Petrochemicals, Synthetic Perfumes, GMOs, Animal Derivatives (excluding bees), Animal Testing, Silicones, Propylene Glycol or Synthetic Colours used in the products.

APIVITA 3-in-1 Cleansing Milk Honey & Chamomile Make Up Remover* (250ml - £13.00)

A light and easily absorbed cleanser which is lightly scented.  It easily removes all make up leaving the skin clean and refreshed. Suitable for all skin types. Packed full of good things for the skin - Almond and Olive oils, honey to moisturise, Chamomile and Lavender to soothe along with Propolis which is mildly antiseptic and also has antioxidant action. Apply a couple of pumps to the skin, massage into the skin and remove with cotton pads. No need to rinse.  I have found this cleanser to be really effective at removing make up and daily grime - love it!

APIVITA Natural Serum - Radiance* (15ml - £29.50)

This is a light serum which improves the skin's tone and offers radiance while smoothing the surface and revitalising the skin.  It contains Bilberry to improve the tone and luminosity of the skin and Vitamin C reduces discolourations and smooth.  It also contains Propolis, Lycopene, Pomegranate and Rosehip. The serum has an uplifting fruity scent. It contains Orange, Lemon and Neroli Essential Oils which protect against dullness and are uplifting. Use AM and PM before moisturising. Suitable for all skin types. 

APIVITA Wine Elixir Rich Day Cream* (50ml - £37.00)

This is a super rich cream packed full of good things for lifting and firming the skin.  It's a heavier cream than I'd normally use but my drier winter skin is loving it.  It contains Lupin extract which promotes the production of qualitative collagen. It also helps with firming and elasticity. The cream contains Rice Bran Oil and Beeswax to moisturise with Propolis present for its antioxidant properties. Neroli, Patchouli, Clary Sage and Geranium Essential Oils rejuvenate and uplift. Apply daily to cleansed face and neck.

The other products I received (reviews to follow) are APIVITA Moisturising Hand Cream with Aloe & Honey* (50ml - £7). A light lotion which leaves the skin deeply moisturised and fresh smelling. APIVITA Lip Care with Honey* (4.4g - £6) - a super moisturising balm which softens the lips and APIVITA Face Scrub with Olive* (40ml - £13) a gentle scrub which removes dead skin cells leaving the skin soft and renewed - ideal for normal, combination and oily skin.

APIVITA products can be bought at M&S - there are some nice looking Christmas gifts available - you can see a couple here and here.

You can see the full range here

Follow on Twitter @ApivitaSA 

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Samples #10

These are the samples I chose for #10 (I seem to have chucked a couple of them out with my empties - see second pic) but here are my thoughts on them -

Two bath bombs from Bee Fruitful in Honey, Peppermint & Rosemary* and Honey & Lemon* - these were complimentary with my order and were gorgeous. I'll definitely buy some soon.

sk:n Age-Delaying Cream 5ml - This was a nice enough cream but I didn't love it so wouldn't buy it.

Blend Collective Hydrating Hand & Body Lotion 5ml - gorgeous! Scented with Sicilian Lemon, May Chang, Myrtle and Lime.  A small sample but smelt nice and seemed quite moisturising.  Will maybe pick up full size.

Spa Fabulous Organic Heavenly Glow Exfoliator - a small sachet so unsure if it suited my skin.  It smelt gorgeous with a lemongrass scent.

Apivita Natural Serum - this seemed a nice serum. Definitely interested in trying out more from Apivita.

Clarins BB Cream 1.5ml - I'm unsure who exactly this shade suited! Was way too dark/orange for me!

Australian Bush Flower Essences Face Wash Serum 3ml - this was lovely and from a brand I'd not heard of before. Quite a small sample though.

Apivita Pink Clay Mask - simply love the Apivita masks - would definitely buy this one again.  I get two uses out of a sachet.

Melvita Ultra Nourishing Cream - this was too rich for my skin so wouldn't buy but generally love the brand.

NUXE 24hr Soothing & Rehydrating Fresh Mask 4ml - simply loved this mask and would consider purchasing.  It left my skin super soft.

NUXE Anti-Fatigue Moisturising Eye Cream 2ml - this was lovely to use and cooling around the eye area.

NUXE 24hr Moisturising Body Lotion 7ml - simply loved this.  Will definitely pick it up full size - smelt gorgeous and was super moisturising.

Nourish Hand Lotion - loved this. It nourished the hands and smelt nice. Definitely one I'm adding to my hand cream wishlist.

Formula Treatment Oil - this seemed ok but there are other oils I prefer.

Here's what I have chosen for week #11 -

Yes! Nurse Hand Formula 3ml 

Madara Sun Flower Golden Beige Tinting Fluid 1.5ml

Madara Moon Flower Rose Beige Tinting Fluid 1.5ml

Caudalie Divine Legs Tinted Body Lotion 5ml 

Anne Semonin Exfoliating Mask 10g

Rodial Bee Venom Moisturiser 1ml

Elemis Lime & Ginger Hand & Body Lotion 7ml

Elemis Tranquil Touch Creamy Body Wash 7ml

Omorovicza Rejuvenating Night Cream 2ml

Weleda Wild Rose smoothing Capsules x 2

Australian Bush Flower Essences Intensive Hand Cream Evening Rose 3ml

Elemis Body Soothing Trio - Skin Nourishing Shower Cream 7ml, Quiet Mind Bath Elixir 7ml, Treat your Feet Foot Cream 7ml

I'm actually finally using my samples up although I still have plenty to do a few more of these posts!

Samples #9

You can see my last samples update here.  Here's my thoughts on what I used in #9:

I seem to have binned a few samples with my last lot of empties - oops!

Beauty Lab Micropolish Dermabrasion 1.5ml - this was a bit too harsh for my skin.  From a brand I've not heard of before.

Murad Rejuvenating Lift for Neck and Decollete 3.7ml - loved this! 

Elemis Pro-Intense Lift Effect 2ml - this seemed nice but quite a small sample.

Belnatur Oxy-Nutrigen Regenerating Cream - the whole range of these were nice. It was from a brand I've not heard of before.  They came from a Latest in Beauty Little Beauty Box.

Eve Lom Morning Time Cleanser 5ml - not a huge Eve Lom fan - this was ok but nothing special.

Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Firm 5ml - loved this and would consider buying full size.  Liked how you can use it around the eyes and the lips.

Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 3ml - this was lovely with just enough scrub. Don't think there is a Caudalie product I haven't enjoyed using.

Belnatur hydro-nourishing Comfort Cream - nice to use.

Sarah Chapman Dynamic Defence 2ml - I like every Sarah Chapman product I try! Must treat myself soon to a QVC set.

Laboratories Luzern Pure Cleansing Gelee 2ml - I didn't like this, found it irritated my eyes.

Belnatur Balance Cream - as above nice to use.

Faith in Nature Pomegranate & Rooibos Shampoo & Conditioner (both 7ml) - these were lovely.  My first try of this brand.  Definitely will look into it more.

Eve Lom Rescue Mask 15ml - I know this is a best-seller but I just didn't like it.  I hated the scent and felt it made my skin feel tight and dry.

Yonka Vital Defence Intense Hydration Cream 6ml - loved this. Really nice to use and I'd consider purchasing it in the future.

Here's what I've chosen for #10:

Two bath bombs from Bee Fruitful in Honey, Peppermint & Rosemary* and Honey & Lemon*

sk:n Age-Delaying Cream 5ml

Blend Collective Hydrating Hand & Body Lotion 5ml

Spa Fabulous Organic Heavenly Glow Exfoliator

Apivita Natural Serum

Clarins BB Cream 1.5ml 

Australian Bush Flower Essences Face Wash Serum 3ml

Apivita Pink Clay Mask

Melvita Ultra Nourishing Cream 

NUXE 24hr Soothing & Rehydrating Fresh Mask 4ml

NUXE Anti-Fatigue Moisturising Eye Cream 2ml

NUXE 24hr Moisturising Body Lotion 7ml

Nourish Hand Lotion

Formula Treatment Oil

Have you used any of these products?

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Spending Ban - Update 11

Uh-oh my spending ban went completely off the rails in week 11 and I think it's now time to end it.  Ahhh...  I lasted 70 odd days with a few splurges - a lot less than I'd normally be treating myself to though.

I've been enjoying shopping my stash every week - so I'm going to keep doing this.  Here is what I bought during the spending ban period -

In Style Magazine for the beauty supplement in Week 3.

Sweet Cecily's Rose Body Butter and Mojito Lip Balm.  See my review here.  I bought these in Week 4.

In Week 6 I bought the Caudalie Set from Latest in Beauty and two Remedy..for organic body butter bars and an April Beautylishious bag (which I've still to receive).

See my review of the Remedy...for Organic Body Butters here.

In Week 7 I bought Good Housekeeping magazine which were giving away a free Balance Me Hand Cream and Marie Claire magazine which were giving away a Neal's Yard Bee Lovely Hand Cream.  These are both worth £10.

In Week 8 I bought a copy of Psychologies magazine.

Week 9 saw me really caving when I bought Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm and the LIB Organic & Natural Box.  You can see my reviews here and here.

In Week 10 I bought Botanicals Anti-Age Hand & Nail Serum and two try-me size pots of cleanser and foot balm (you can get the try me sizes for free just paying p&p).  Reviews to follow.  I also bought a April SoukSouk little green beauty box.

Finally Week 11, I bought Beaute Chinoise Beauty Tea - a Oolong infused with organic rose.  It sounds simply delicious.  Still to receive this.  I'll be doing a mini review on it and of course my M&S and Boots haul.  

I'm quite relieved to have ended my Spending Ban.  It was an interesting experiment and I know I buy too many beauty products.  I'll do a post later this week listing my "Wants" from the 11 weeks - and letting you know which ones I'm going to buy at some point. 

How is your Spending Ban coming along?