Spring/Summer '16 Green Beauty Swap

Ria at Naturia Beauty organises a #GreenBeautySwap twice a year. This time I was paired up with Lynda at Wonderlusting. We had an email conversation to discuss likes and dislikes, set a budget and went shopping. Here's what Lynda picked for me:

I'm absolutely thrilled with everything (I especially like seeing new to me brands) and I've been wanting a Savon Stories soap for ages too!

And now for a closer look..

These are two new to me brands!

First up is the Oblepikha Hand Cream (in stunning packaging) from Natura Siberica which is really deeply moisturising and smells lovely. Expect a fuller review shortly.

Turbliss Bioactive Peat Toner is 100% Pure Peat Water which tones, refreshes and revitalises the skin. Looking forward to trying this one.

I'm excited to try Dermovia's Lace your Face Smoothing Peptides Facial Mask. Again something that's been on the radar but not got round to trying.

I've wanted to try a Savon Stories soap for ages. Lynda chose me No.10 Spinach with Lime and Ginger. It smells gorgeous. 

The innisfree Eco Flower Lip Tint in rose tint is great. It give the lips a light pop of rose/red toned colour. A great shade for me and another new brand (thanks Lynda).

Abel Organic Eau de Parfum (sample vial) is another new to me brand and being a perfume lover this was a great addition. It has salty notes with lime, peppermint and bergamot, vetiver and woods and was inspired by a mojito cocktail. Of course I now want a full size bottle!

Oh my, this Coconut & Chai Spice Bathtub Tea smells mouthwatering and good enough to eat as it smells just like a chai latte. It's from Living Naturally a fab brand I've recently tried. I'll be using this next time I have a soak in the bath.

There are three sachets from L'Erbolario (a brand I've tried before but not these products) - Iris Deodorant Cream and Shower Gel and 3 Rosa Body Cream, a SW Basics jar of Body Scrub and two interesting looking tea bags from Yswara.

I'm absolutely delighted with everything - thanks so much once again Lynda and thanks to Ria for organising the swap.  Looking forward to seeing what everyone who was taking part receives.

Green Beauty Swap with Elegantly Eco

Ria at NatuRia Beauty organises a #GreenBeautySwap twice a year. This time I was paired with Hazel at Elegantly Eco. We decided a budget and I asked if I could specifically have Acure's Energizing Body Lotion after seeing it on Julie's blog (and really wanting it!) The rest is a selection of Canadian goodies all of which I love. Thanks Hazel - I hope your parcel arrives with you soon!  Full reviews will follow when I've tried the products out. 

First up is a gorgeous Lavender & Calendula Hand Lotion 100ml made by Flowers to Fragrance, a Canadian company.  This is easily absorbed and a natural and fresh handmade item which smells lovely. It leaves the hands feeling deeply nourished. Love!

I'm really loving the Acure Energizing Body Lotion 235ml which again absorbs easily leaving the skin scented with mandarin orange. Uplifting and perfect for summertime. Huge thanks to Hazel for sourcing it for me!

This next trio of products are all amazing and I can't wait to try them out.  First up, Lavina Skincare 100% Pure & Organic Barbary Fig Seed Oil Hydrating Facial Serum 10ml (you know how much I love skincare so I'm super keen to try this out!) As ever full reviews will follow. 

Next up is Province Apothecary Moisturizing Cleanser & Make up Remover 30ml which is great for all skin types. It's really lovely and I can't wait to try it! 

Thirdly, Lavina 100% Pure & Organic Argan Hair 10ml which can be used on wet or dry hair. Another I can't wait to try.

Sappho Organic Natural Lips Gloss - a really pretty shade (Hazey Dew) & one I'd have chosen myself along with a Sweet Hailey Eyeshadow.

I love bars of soap so was pleased to see one by Olive Authentique - Dead Sea Mud - it smells fab.

And some samples too!

A selection of foundation samples by Sappho Organics and a deliciously minty The Parkdale Butter Co Body butter.

Thanks Hazel really love everything and thanks to Ria for organising. Did you take part in #GreenBeautySwap?