April Empties

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

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml - love this. Already got another in my stash.

bodhi Desert Rose Rejuvenating Face Oil 30ml - this is a staple for me. Got another one to use.  See my review here*.

Lea Journo Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner both 90ml - perfect size for travel these rich and hydrating hair products are super luxe.  See my review here. Would buy again.

Indie Lee Vanilla Citrus Moisturising Oil 4oz* - I loved this. See my review here*. Would buy.

John Masters Organics Lavender Rosemary Shampoo 30ml - I don't think I've tried a JMO product (well apart from their body scrub!) I haven't loved. Sure to pick this up full size at some point.

Bamford Geranium, Lavender & Peppermint Body Wash 50ml - nice to use would maybe purchase.

Bentley Organic Shampoo for Frequent use 50ml - this didn't really suit my hair type so wouldn't buy.

Pure & Light Organic Essential Hand Cream with Yarrow and Lavender 75ml* - this was one of the most luxurious hand creams I've used but at £39 I'd expect nicer packaging. The top of the tube split not long after I started using it.

Docteur Renaud Raspberry Cleansing Water 50ml* - this was lovely to use with a refreshing scent.  See my review here.

Shay & Blue Salt Caramel Fragrance 10ml - love this! My friend Julie bought me 30ml for my birthday. One of my favourite scents this year.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 100g - I can't live without these relaxing and calming salts.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - a staple. Also quite like the Rose Otto variety.

What have you been using up this month?

*PR samples

Souk Souk Pamper Boutique Box

As you'll know I gave up my Souk Souk subscription recently. I'm still on their mailing list and received an email listing some new Limited Edition Boxes (£20 plus P&P).

I spotted a few of my favourites and quickly bought...

WOW!

AS.AP mini Cleansing Oil #5, mini Crochet Cleansing Cloth and Lip Balm #7 - see my review here. I've not tried the wee cloth yet so looking forward to trying it with the cleansing oil.

Lucy's Lotions Vitamin E & Grapefruit Lip Balm full size - I just adore this! See my review here.

Inner Soul Organics Romance Me Skin Oil sample size - this is beautiful. I'm a huge fan. See my review here.

Bentley Organic Shampoo & Conditioner minis - I've only tried bar soaps before from this brand so looking forward to trying these out.

Mungo Murphy's Nourishing Seaweed Face Mask - this is a new brand to me. Expect a review soon.

Xenca Organic Lipstick in Spice full size - super moisturising colour - see my review here.

Avril Eyelash Curlers, Avril Organic Mascara in Black & 2 x Avril Nail Lacquers.

Inika Organic Eye Pencil in Black Caviar - full size

Ville De Fleurs Shea Butter - I love the cute little tin the nourishing butter comes in. I received this in a previous Souk Souk monthly beauty box.

Nourish Golden Glow Illuminating Face Shimmer - this is a staple for me so a trial size will be handy for holidays.  See my review here.

SpaRitual Handprint Hand Serum 7.4ml - I think I've tried this before and quite liked it.

FOM Hair Serum - I didn't really get on with this so I'll pass it on.

A great value box I think.  What are your thoughts?  Did you pick this one or one of the other Limited Edition boxes up?

Love Lula Beauty Box - September

September's Love Lula Beauty Box is fantastic! It celebrates Organic Beauty Week (8-14 September) and is packed full of goodies! Seven full size and sample sizes - we've been spoiled this month!  As always Love Lula offer a generous 20% off the brands featured in the box.

Skin Blossom Facial Toner 150ml (£5.95) - Skin Blossom is an affordable Certified Organic Skincare range. The toner is suitable for all skin types it conditions and purifies the skin. Witch Hazel tightens pores and Aloe Vera and Glycerin soothe and condition. Scented with Rose Geranium, Ylang Ylang and Lavender essential oils. Looking forward to trying this.

Odylique Lip Silk 4.5g (£5.50) - a deeply nourishing lip balm made with beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil and orange essential oil to moisturise, repair and protect. Can be worn alone or under lipstick.

Bentley Organic Moisturising Hand Sanitiser 50ml (£3.65) - I've use their bar soaps before which I enjoyed.  The Hand Sanitiser is alcohol, paraben and fragrance free and there are up to 125 uses in this bottle!  This little bottle is going in my desk drawer.

Balm Balm Little Miracle Rosehip Serum 30ml (£13.25) - a super luxe serum made from a blend of Rosehip, Jojoba and Borage Oils along with Frankincense, Rose Geranium, Palmarosa, Juniper and Mandarin Essential Oils. It smells gorgeous!  It "feeds your skin", absorbs easily leaving the skin radiant and rejuvenated. Can't wait to try this!

Herbfarmacy Mallow Beauty Balm 15g (£7.25) - I simply adore this facial balm! See my review here.  Really pleased to see this feature again in a Love Lula box.

Finally, there are two pai trial sizes - Kukui & Jojoba Bead Brightening Exfoliator - I've had a couple of samples of this gentle exfoliator which gently polishes the skin leaving the skin refreshed and radiant and Avocado & Jojoba Hydrating Day Cream for dry/sensitive/normal skin which hydrates, softens and protects.

My favourite box to date! What are your thoughts?

Pampering and De-stressing

I'm feeling a bit down in the dumps as our dog is in the vets for two whole days, she went in yesterday with kidney problems and they are running tests :(

I decided last night to have a pamper evening to try and take my mind of things and de-stress.  This is what I used:

Hair: Finally got round to using the Macadamia Deep Repair Masque - its gorgeous, super moisturising, smells so nice and leaves my hair shiny, smooth and in great condition - I reckon I'll get at least 2-3 uses out of this.

Face: I've just discovered the sheet masks having got some swaps and mystery boxes.  This one is fab, scented with roses with Vitamin E and Collagen.  It left my skin super moisturised and plumped up.  I received this one from Evelyn at We were raised by wolves.

Body: I picked up the relatively new Aveda Stress-Fix Soaking Salts yesterday - it was a toss up between them and the body lotion (but with my current stash of body lotions I went for the salts).  They smell amazing - with oils of lavender, lavandin and clary sage along with sugar and mineral rich salts.  To use - sprinkle in approx 2 tablespoons and soak for 10-20 minutes.  These are really relaxing.  Huge pot so should last a while.


Hubby came in with Bentley Organic Lavender, Aloe & Jojoba Soap which is calming & moisturising, smells great and helps to promote relaxation.


I moisturised my body with Weleda Lavender Relaxing Body Oil a lovely oil for relaxation and calm.


(not in picture) but when I got to bed I listened to Meaningful Meditation CD Jude's voice is really soothing and calming and makes me feel so relaxed (and without a care in the world!).  If you want to purchase a CD yourself Jude's contact details are here.


And I had a great worry free sleep and slept in! x