April Empties

Marked * I've received free of charge for review purposes. Here's what I've been using up:

Amly Radiance Boost Silver Rich Face Mist 100ml which I adored. See my review HERE. A definite repurchase when my mist stash reduces a bit.

Shiseido Vital Protection Uplifting & Firming Cream 1.5ml - this free sachet came in my monthly Red mag. A nice cream, would consider full size at some point.

Tropic Skincare Rainforest Dew Hydration Serum 5ml* I loved this serum. See my review HERE. Another one I'll buy full size when my stash reduces.

Ermana Hydrate Organic Rose Water Mist 100ml* beautiful and rosy. See my review HERE. Another one I'd buy again.

Bomb Cosmetics Peppermint Patch Hand Wash 300ml - nice to use with a peppermint scent (although I did find it slightly drying) Would maybe buy again.

Saint Iris Adriatica Vitality Spritz 30ml* - oh definitely a buy again when my stash reduces. An absolutely gorgeous product. See my review HERE.

Avon Senses Zen Mandarin & Jasmine Hand Wash 250ml - does the job with a beautiful scent. Would buy again.

Darphin Tangerine Aromatic Care 4ml - this was a Feel Unique Beauty Kit pick. I absolutely loved this. The scent was wonderfully uplifting and the elixir absorbed instantly. My skin loves this one - full size is firmly on the wishlist.

Color WOW Color Security Shampoo & Conditioner 10ml sachets - these worked well and I'd definitely consider buying full sizes. 

Di Palomo White Grape Moisturising Body Wash 225ml - I found this in the back of my cupboard and used it up quickly in the shower. It has a lovely floral fruity scent and I'd buy this again (my sister gave me this one as a gift).

What have you been using up this month?

Autumn Beauty Swap

Katie at Curled Fantasies tweeted asking if anyone wanted to join in on an Autumn Box Swap. I always find them lots of fun and decided to sign up. I was paired with Carrieanne at Beauties Unlocked.  You can see what I sent her here. 

Unfortunately, my box never arrived and Carrieanne very kindly sent me another!

There are some lovely handmade goodies from two companies based in Leeds - Kallisto Creams and It's Hand Made.

Kallisto Creams - Orange & Shea Butter Souffle Bath Bomb - this smells fab. Looking forward to having a soak in the bath.  There is also a cocoa & orange lip balm which is super moisturising on the lips as well as smelling yummy.

From It's Hand Made - English Rose heart shaped bath bombs and a Lime & Ginger Soap.  Lots of lovely things to pamper myself with.

Lush Silky Underwear Dusting Powder - love a bit of Lush. Not tried this particular product before. It smells lovely.

Simply yummy Joe & Seph's Gourmet Popcorn in Toffee Apple & Cinnamon - nom nom nom! I've had this popcorn before and it is delicious.

Neutrogena Hand Cream 50ml - I seem to be going through loads of hand creams at the moment so this will come in useful. Not used this brand for years.

Savon L'Eau de Cologne boxed soap, Champagne & Rose Scented Candle in a Tin, Sen Bamboo & Green Tea Bath & Shower Gel - a brand I've not heard of before. This is free from SLS.

Bomb Cosmetics Butter Based Bath Melts and Peaceful and Tranquility Bath Salts and a lovely little note.

And..I forgot to photo it with the rest above - an Urban Decay Glide on Pencil in Juju - I've been using this a lot since I got it. A really wearable shade, love it.

Thanks so much again Carrieanne for sending me these goodies and to Katie for organising the swap.

Have you done any swap boxes recently?

SoukSouk April Box

My April Souksouk beauty box arrived on Wednesday.  SoukSouk offers natural and green beauty products.  Boxes cost £12.00 plus P&P on a month to month basis.  A six month subscription costs £60 plus P&P (one box free) and a twelve month subscription £120 plus P&P (two boxes free and a gift worth £15).  Oh so tempted to sign up for the year!

The box comes with a little green magazine which is really informative and a great read.  You also receive a rolled up paper scroll - this is your product info and it lists what's in the box.

I am super happy with the selection - I will enjoy using everything April's box contains.

Essential Care Lemon & Tea Tree Facial Wash 30ml (£6) - I'm a huge fan of Essential Care products so happy to try this.  Suitable for normal to oily/combination and acne prone skin types.  I haven't found an Essential Care product I don't like yet.

John Masters Organics Blood Orange & Vanilla Body Wash & Body Milk (both 30ml) - I received these in April's Amarya box.  A huge fan of John Masters - these deliciously scented products will be added to my travel bag.

Balm Balm Mandarin EDP 12ml spray (£15) - a simply gorgeous 100% organic single note scent which can be worn alone or mixed with other single notes for a unique perfume blend - see here for more info.  I've got a sample of the ylang ylang single note scent I bought previously which I'm sure will be fab with mandarin.

Bomb Cosmetics Cooler Shaker Bath Creamer 30g (£2.09) - I've not used Bomb Cosmetics before.  Made with shea butter, cranberry & lime fragrance with essential oils of lime and basil.  Smells beautiful and looks really cute.

Did you get this box?  What are your thoughts on the contents?