Shopping my Stash #62

Shay & Blue Blood Oranges 10ml spray - I broke my spending ban in week 3 and splurged on a little set containing 5 scents. This one is fresh and fruity and intensely citrussy. It's perfect for coming into Spring and Summer. Love!

Therapi Orange Blossom Honey Gel Cleanser 100ml* - this cleanser is just divine! With an uplifting scent and a very gentle foaming lather it makes my morning shower so much better!  It leaves my skin clean and refreshed and feeling great!

Aroma Actives Neck & Decollete Cream 80ml - this range is made by Aromatherapy Associates and is exclusive to larger Sainsbury's. I reviewed their Exfoliating Cleanser and Triple Hydrating Gel Mask here*.   This neck cream is really rich and nourishing and smells gorgeous! 

Earth Tu Face Balm 25g - this balm came in the very wonderful Net-a-Porter The Holiday Kit. This balm is super nourishing and I tend to use it at bedtime or on dry elbows and hands. It is made with Immortelle, Rose and nourishing oils which help regenerate the skin, repair and calm.  This is really lovely and I'd like to try more from the range.

Ambre Rosemary, Thyme & Mint Invigorating Herbal Bath Oil trial size - this is gorgeous. It helps to relive stress and calm both the body and the mind as well as nourish, soothe and soften the skin.  See my earlier review of their facial soap and body butter here.

Fresh Sugar Coral Tinted Lip Treatment SPF15 - I simply love these tinted moisturising balms for a pop of colour.

Chantecaille Anti-Ageing Face Illuminator Sheen 23ml - this again came in the Net-a-Porter kit. I wear this alone or mixed with a little foundation or moisturiser. It really brightens up the skin.

What have you been reaching for this week?

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Shopping my Stash #56

Now the weather is getting colder I've been enjoying long pampering soaks in the bath in the evening and my current bath oil of choice is REN's Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil*. I simply love this.  See my review here.

Bee Good's Honey & Propolis 2-in-1 Cream Cleanser (100ml - £11.50)* is my favourite cleanser right now. You only need a teeny tiny amount to lift all make up and daily grime. It smells gorgeous too.  I'm a huge fan of this bee friendly brand.

Age Defy+ Soft Buff Skin Exfoliator from Green People is one of the best facial scrubs I've ever used.  It gently exfoliates leaving the skin radiant and renewed. Full size is on my wishlist!

Philip B Katira Hair Masque this deeply nourishing hair masque leaves the hair feeling gorgeous - healthy, shiny and plumped. Apply to clean hair and leave on until dry before rinsing for the smoothest and softest hair ever!

The Aroma Actives range is exclusive to Sainsbury's and made by Aromatherapy Associates.  The Triple Hydrating Gel Mask is just gorgeous. It leaves the skin moisturised, plump and soft.  See my review here.

What have you been using this week?

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Aroma Actives: Exfoliating Cleanser & Triple Hydrating Gel Mask

You'll probably be aware that Aromatherapy Associates have joined forces with Sainsbury's to offer a purse friendly Aromatherapy range which is exclusive to larger Sainsbury's stores.

Products are free from parabens, SLS, propyene glycol, mineral oil, petroleum, PEGs, Artificial colours and fragrances.

There are 16 products available including cleansers, oils, toners, masks and creams.  You can see the full range available here.

I was sent two of the products in the range to review - Exfoliating Cleanser 150ml (£7)* and Triple Hydrating Gel Mask 100ml (£7.50)*. Sainsbury's are currently offering a third off the whole range (although I am unsure how long this offer runs).  While shopping on Saturday I bought the Neck & Decollete Cream at a bargainous £11.99 instead of £17.99 (review to follow on this!)

Aroma Actives Exfoliating Cleanser - this has largish exfoliating beads which are made of corn granules with antioxidant rich meadowsweet and anti-bacterial lavender.  The product is suitable for all skin types although I'd say not sensitive skin types as the exfoliating granules are quite scrubby. I've been enjoying using the cleanser (it smells amazing) and it leaves my skin clear, bright and radiant. To use: once or twice a week, massage over face and neck using circular movements. Avoid eye area. Rinse with warm water.

Aroma Actives Triple Hydrating Gel Mask - a super hydrating mask which is great for all skin types but especially dry and dehydrated skins.  It contains Geranium and Vanilla Essential Oils (smells gorgeous).  To use: apply to the face and neck, leave 20 minutes and then rinse or use as an overnight treatment. Use 2-3 times a week.

Have you tried any Aroma Actives products?  

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