October Empties

Here's what I've been using up in October:

Pinks Boutique Lemongrass Organic Toner sample size* - loved this. In fact I loved the whole mini set.  See my review here. This is one I'll buy full size.

Rosemira Aloe & Pink Grapefruit Gel Cleanser sample* - I simply loved this refreshing and super fruity cleanser.  See my review here. Sure to pick this up full size at some point as I loved it.

Rosemira Organics Calming Toner sample* - this was lovely to use. See my review here. Sure to buy some bits from the brand at some point. Love that they sell samples too.

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil 3ml* - one of my favourite Aromatherapy Associates bath oils. See my review here. Sure to buy full size one of these days!

Marble & Milkweed Tulsi Facial Tonic sample - this came in the extra special summer getaway kit. Loved it and would consider buying full size. Everything from the mini kit I've loved.

bodhi Jasmine Falls Relaxing Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - one of my favourite bodhi & birch scents. Got another in my stash.

L'Occitane Relaxing Bath Salts 300g - I loved these and have re-purchased. See my review here.

Hotel Costes Bath Flakes 7g - loved this single use sachet. Full size firmly on the wishlist.

Madara Refreshing Fresh Mint Soap 250ml - love this. This is my second bottle and sure to buy again.  See my review here.

bodhi & birch Camomile Sky Calming Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml* - a gorgeous newish launch. See my review here. Sure to buy at some point.

Bee Good Honey, Borage & Echium Intensive Hand Repair 50ml*- love this intensive hand cream. See my review here and see the Xmas box* here.  

Peter Thomas Roth Mega Rich Shampoo 27ml - this was a hotel room freebie and was nice to use although I probably wouldn't buy full size.

Peter Thomas Roth Mega Rich Conditioner 22ml - again nice to use but probably wouldn't buy full size.

balm balm Mandarin EDT - I got this in one of the earlier Souk Souk boxes. Really liked it. It featured in Little Treats #4. Would maybe purchase.

Be Yummy Skin Food sample - I really like this cream and would buy again. See my review here.

bite beauty lip gloss - shade six - my favourite shade from the Deconstructed Rose box.  I wore it constantly. Would definitely re-purchase this shade if available.

John Masters Organics Lavender & Rosemary Shampoo 30ml - enjoyed using this. Would maybe purchase.

Tay Rosehip Balancing Cleanser 15ml* - this was nice enough but not powerful enough to remove waterproof mascara.  I tended to use it on non-make up days. Wouldn't purchase.

LJ's Natural Solutions Balancing Organic Moisturiser sample - this was really nice to use. I'd consider buying once I use up my huge stash of moisturisers.

LJ's Natural Solutions Very Indulgent Organic Face Oil 30ml - this was really lovely to use.  See my review here. I'd buy once I reduce my stash.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 100g - these are a staple and I'll keep buying them. See my review here.

NHP Nourish Hair Bath 250ml* - I'm sorry to have finished this super moisturising shampoo.  See my review here. I'll definitely buy.

L'Occitane Relaxing Shower Gel 35ml - this was nice to use but unsure if I'd buy again.

Neal's Yard Aromatic Foaming Bath 100ml - I enjoyed using this bubble bath but as I really prefer bath oils I probably wouldn't purchase.

Hairy Jayne Pre-Shampoo Treatment Oil 30ml - this was lovely to use. See my initial thoughts here.

Odylique Superfruit Concentrate 5ml - I simply loved this serum. Full size is on the ever expanding wishlist. See my thoughts here.

Dahliana Overnight Fruit Lift Cream trial size - I simply love this. See my review here. Full size is on the wishlist!

What have you been using this month?

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September Empties

I think this must be the smallest amount of empties...ever!

Yes to Blueberries Cleansing Facial Wipes - I initially found these very highly perfumed but the scent grew on me. I only occasionally use wipes. I'd buy these or one of the other varieties again.

Pinks Boutique Lemongrass Camellia Moisturiser* - I simply loved this delicious scented moisturiser. It's one I'd consider buying full size.  See my review here.

Redken Nature's Rescue Refreshing Detox Shampoo 200ml - one of my favourite detox shampoos. Sure to buy again.  See my review here.

REN Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil 110ml - this is my favourite bath oil ever. I received this personalised bottle last Christmas - sad to finish it!  Will definitely buy again (or drop hints to hubby).

beatitude Peace Body Oil 100ml* - a real luxe body oil. See my review here. I'd like to try this in "Joy" next after really enjoying the bath oil sample.

bodhi & birch Siam Ginger Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - love this light zesty ginger scent. Full size firmly on the wishlist.  See my review here.

Rosemira Sweet Coconut Body Butter* - this came in August's Petit Vour box and I loved it. Full size on the wishlist! See my review here.

Marble & Milkweed Nourishing Body Oil:Summer 7.4ml - this came in the super cute summer get away kit.  It smelled beautiful and left the body nourished and delicately scented. Loved it!

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant - a staple which I buy again and again.

Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength Bath & Shower Oil 3ml* - my favourite Aromatherapy Associates Bath Oil.  See my review here.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer 40ml - one of my favourite pre-shampoo conditioners. Leaves my hair looking like I've just stepped out of the salon!  Will buy again.

beatitude Peace & Joy Bath Oil samples* - these were lovely. I especially liked the sunny scent of Joy.  See my review here.

Bee Yummy Skin Food* - sad to see this finished! See my review here. I've still got a tiny sample to use but would buy.

L'Occitane Relaxing Body Cream 50ml - this was lovely to use just before bed. Would buy full size.  See my review here.

Have you tried any of these?  If you've done an empties post link me up.

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Shopping my Stash #57

Here's what I've been reaching for lately:

Shay & Blue Atropa Belladona Natural Spray - I'm now on my second bottle of this fruity, floral and heady scent. I just love it. See my review here.

Skin Blossom Facial Toner - this came in this month's Love Lula beauty box. An effective toner which is reasonably priced and smells good! I'm enjoying using it and a full review will follow.

Schmidt's Ylang Ylang+Calendula Natural Deodorant* - I simply adore this natural deodorant.  See my review here.

Bee Yummy Skin Food* - I'm nearly at the end of this super moisturising cream. It's scent takes a bit of getting used to but now I love it!  I've been mixing it with a drop of Indie Lee's Squalane Facial Oil* for extra moisture. See my review of Bee Yummy here and Indie Lee here.

bite beauty Lip Gloss No.6 - I simply adore this beautiful glossy lip gloss. I just love this shade. Gives the lips a pop of colour. 

de Mamiel Rosey Lip Balm - my favourite lip balm. See my review here.  

What have you been reaching for lately?

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a beautiful world: a beautiful box S/S '14 sampler box

My a beautiful world a beautiful box S/S '14 sampler box arrived yesterday. These boxes vary and I'm really pleased with what I received. The box cost £20 with £3.95 P&P.  You can sign up to hear when the A/W box goes live (it will be available in October).

Here's what I received:

Nature's Beauty Bee Venom Face Mask 55g - this is a full size product worth £35.  Looking forward to trying this out - expect a review soon.

MuLondon White Chocolate Elbow, Knee & Heel Cream 60ml - another full size product worth £19.  This smells good enough to eat! I reviewed the White Chocolate Truffle Moisturiser here.

The Body Deli Firming Flax Eye Cream 5ml - again looking forward to try this. Huge fan of the brand.  

Chocolate Sun Cocoa Glow - a natural organic fake tan. Looking forward to trying this on my pasty white legs!

Bee Yummy Skinfood sample pot - I've tried this moisturiser/salve before and love it.  See my review here.

Marble & Milkweed Spring Tonic Serum vial - huge fan of Marble & Milkweed so looking forward to trying this serum. You can use it under your night cream or mix it with your day cream for areas which need special care. It smells lovely too.

Marble & Milkweed Rose & Chamomile White Tea - this helps to detox the body from within. I love rose & chamomile tea so know I'll love this.  Their Modern Chai tea is delicious - see my review here.

Naisture Collagen Mask Pack - huge fan of these masks which are a great pick me up for tired skin.

Tili Bag - great for storing bits and bobs and I always pack my products in one to take for weekends away.

Did you pick up a box?  What are your thoughts on the contents?

Bee Yummy Skin Food

Bee Yummy Skin food* (2oz - £32) from a beautiful world is quite simply one of the most 'delicious' moisturisers I've ever used! It is "so pure you could eat it". Made from wildflower honey, honey cappings, bee pollen, propolis, St John's Wort oil, Royal Jelly, purified water and Balsam Fir needles.

Honey is collected from straight from the comb and contains the cappings of the hive. Pollen is collected by the honey bees and St John's Wort flowers are picked at noon when the juice is in the flowers. The propolis is of the highest quality and the tips of Balsam firs are a good source of Vitamin C.  The cream is made from totally raw and organic ingredients and is suitable for all skin types.

No preservatives are needed as honey, propolis and Balsam fir are natural preservatives.

The cream is super nourishing and smells delicious (I've even caught hubby trying it out!)  It absorbs easily and leaves the skin feeling quite simply fed! It's one of the nicest moisturisers I've ever tried.

The cream contains minerals, antioxidants, amino acids, bioflavonoids and nutrients. It also is great for eczema, psoriasis, healing wounds, burns, sunburn and bruises.

To use: use as a moisturiser 2-3 times a day and as a healing salve every 60-90 minutes.

See more information here.

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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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