June Empties

I'm not going to use up anything else this month, so here are my June Empties. If a product is marked * I very kindly received it free of charge for review. I'm currently addicted to wax melts so I'm going to add these to my empties posts.

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Body Buff 15ml, Brazilian 4 Play Moisturising Shower Cream Gel 90ml and Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 25ml - I'm obsessed with the bum bum cream and love the sweet vanilla scent. It was nice to try two other products in the range. I'd buy all three again.

*Wild & Precious Rose Water 01 100ml - a beautiful product from a gorgeous range. See my review HERE. I'd definitely buy this when my stash reduces.

*Bodhi & Birch Superfoods Series Lemon Water Hydrosol Tonic 100ml - I adore this (and have just opened a new one). See my review HERE.

Bodhi & Birch Botanic Dew Hand & Body Wash 200ml - a great hand wash (which you can also use as a body wash). See my review HERE. I bought two of these at the beginning of lockdown but would buy it again for sure!

*REN Citrus Limonum Hand Wash 300ml - I simply loved this citrus scented hand wash and will buy again. I was quite sad when I finished it. See my review HERE.

Molton Brown Suede Orris Bath & Shower Gel 100ml - love Molton Brown's shower gels. This one was nice to use and I'd happily have it back in my stash.

*Oskia Eye Wonder Nutri-Active Eye Serum 10ml - I judged this award winner in the recent Beauty Shortlist Awards. It does everything it says it will and I must say I was very sorry to finish this up! It's on the wishlist.

System Professional Inessence Mask 15ml - which was nice to use but my hair needs a cut and colour right now (I was supposed to be there on 4th April so it's been a long time!) Might or might not buy.

Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream 10ml - which was a Latest in Beauty pick. I loved using this at night time as it's super-rich. Would consider buying full size as my skin seemed to love it.

In May, I signed up to the Balneaves Wax Melt Subscription Box. See my thoughts on June's box HERE. Campbeltown based Olfactory is also new to me and I discovered them after connecting on instagram. Their Misi Melts cost only 75p (plus p&p) and are a great size to get the feel of a scent.

So this month I've used up: Olfactory - Black Orchid which is just like the perfume. A lush aromatic (and strong) melt which I loved. A full size purchase of this is on the cards! I also tried their Fresh Coffee, an aromatic blend of coffee with a hint of chocolate. This was lovely but I felt the "coffee" scent could have been a little bit stronger. My third use-up is their Perfectly Chantelle, another perfume inspired powdery floral (I wasn't so keen on this one).

From Balneaves: I adored Tuberose & Angelia, Black Raspberry & Vanilla, Rhubarb & Elderflower and Vetiver, Cedarwood & Fir. Dragon's Blood is a very heady melt which I found a bit overpowering.

What have you been using up this month?

Latest in Beauty - The Glow Down Edit - March 2020

I picked my monthly Latest in Beauty box up at the Post Office yesterday (this is my last one for a while as I've got lots I need to use up). March's theme was The Glow Down Edit. 

I picked 2 x 10ml tubes from Jurique - their simply stunning Moisture Plus Rare Rose Gel Cream (worth £7) and their Nutri-define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream (worth £15). I'm really looking forward to these!

My third pick (on the £9 subscription) was Australian Bodycare's Lavender & Tea Tree Wet Wipes x 24 (worth £4.99) which are infused with Lavender and Anti-Bac Tea Tree Oil (perfect for hands while out and about!) They can also be used on the face and body.

The extra treat was £10 off SpaBreaks (not something we'll be able to do anytime soon!).  Reviews will follow.

Latest in Beauty: November '19 Edit - Pamper Time

November's edit at Latest in Beauty build your own box is entitled "Pamper Time" and here are the items I chose (Beauty Enthusiast subscription - £15 for 6 items):

I think this must be one of my favourite months! The Haul of Fame Product this month is Jurlique's Rosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition which is a huge 200ml and worth £49! It's simply stunning! A review will follow.

And for a closer look at my other picks..

I'd heard of Irish Voya Organic Beauty, but until now hadn't tried anything from the range. I think these three are picks from last month (or indeed previous months). Inside my box this month is their Cleanse & Mend Facial Cleansing Milk 50ml which is the ideal try me size. I'm looking forward to trying it. I also picked my fav Ecooking (again) Cleansing Gel (50ml) - I simply love it - see my review HERE. I also picked Brush Works multi-tasking sponge.

I'd been crossing my fingers and hoping Prismologie's Jade & Vetiver Hand Exfoliant (75ml - £30) was still available when I made my picks! It was! Review to come (love the vetiver scent).

I didn't realise my final item was for babies or sensitive skins - I sort of got swept along on the tide of those others wanting this item! Award Winning Little Butterfly Dewdrops at Dawn Body Lotion 200ml (£23.50) cares for the most sensitive of skins and eczema. It's beautifully packaged and presented.

What did you pick this month? (p.s. I've got 3 item second box on it's way!)

October Empties

Here's what I've been using up in October (items marked with * I've received complimentary).

Sisley Neck Cream 10ml this was nice to try but unlikely I'd buy full size.

Odacite Rose+Neroli Treatment Mist 50ml which was gorgeous! My friend, Julie gave it to me for my birthday. See my review HERE. I'd have this back in my stash again in a heartbeat!

Clarins Tonic Moisture Balm 5ml I loved this aromatic body balm and would love full size but got huge amount of body products to use up (maybe someday!)

Beauty Pie Jeju Daily Rehydration Mist+ 100ml gorgeous product. See my review HERE. Sure to buy again at some point.

Shay & Blue White Peaches 10ml I adore this beautiful fresh, sweet and fruity scent. It featured in my 5 perfumes for Spring (link). Will buy this again...and soon!

*O.moi Respire Breathe Nourishing Yogi Oil 100ml this was a winner (and one of mine!) in last years Beauty Shortlist Awards. You can see my top picks HERE. I adored this body oil and it's one I'll buy again at some point. The whole range is lush!

*Earth Harbor Rose Ruby Hydrating Face Mist 60ml which was an exciting new to me brand. It featured in a Vertue Beauty Box entitled Vitamin Sea. It was a beautiful mist to use and I'd like to explore more by the brand.

I did have a shampoo sachet which matched with the conditioner from Giovanni Root66 but it seems to have gone walkabouts! The duo were ok but I didn't see much in the way of added volume so wouldn't buy (2 x 7.4ml).

I loved Living Sea Therapy's Calm Bath Salts 400g which I picked up in  the Anthropologie sale. See my review HERE. I'd definitely consider buying these again especially if they were on sale. 

The Lore Originals Legend Mask was new to me (you use it on dry hair before washing and conditioning). My hair was left feeling super soft and healthy. Would perhaps buy again.

Jurlique Rare Rose Cream 2ml smells glorious. It was quite a teeny sachet but my skin seemed to love it. Would maybe buy full size.

Dr Teal's Pure Epsom Salt Soaking Solution .45k (single use) I've used these salts before and loved them. Would happily buy again.

Verdant Alchemy Drift Off Bath Salts 100g which came in September's Skin Organics Clean Beauty Box. I loved them a lot and would buy.

*MOSSA Vitamin Moisture Conditioner 10ml which did nothing whatsoever for my hair! Wouldn't buy.

Avon Distillery Purify Facial Oil 2ml which is from a new range by Avon Cosmetics. Really nice. Might or might not buy in future. I do have their Sleep Potion Night Cream which I'll review soon.

Decleor Creme Ambree Sunkissed Cream 2ml which was brown in colour! This disappeared on massaging it onto your skin. I liked this, would definitely like to try more samples before I'd buy full size.

What products have you been using up in October?

Latest in Beauty: Balance - The Night-Time Edit

I couldn't resist Latest in Beauty's Balance - The Night-Time Edit box (which cost £33 for monthly members, £38 for non-members) in collaboration with Balance. The box is worth over £145! The product which initially caught my eye was Jurlique's new Limited Edition, Fragrant Rose Hand Cream (100ml - £29), a glorious and indulgent rosy cream - review to come!  

There are also 15 other items nestled within.  Pick yours up HERE (while stocks last).  There are of course some items which are not to my taste (and these will be passed on).

It's absolutely packed full!

From pukka is a box of their Night Time Organic Herbal Tea (20 tea bags - £2.59) which is a blend of organic oat flower, lime flower and lavender to help you unwind before bed. Happy to give these a try!

From Puressentiel there's a trial size spray (20ml) of their Rest & Relax Air Spray which calms and relaxes before bed. It contains 12 essential oils to comfort and calm. It's got a gorgeous lavender based aroma.

I've used Tisserand's effective Sleep Better Pulse Point roll-on before (10ml - £6.25) and found it to be a useful aid to ease restful sleep. 

I adore Dr Teal's and have used their super soothing Pure Epsom Salt Soaking Solution Soothe & Sleep with Lavender before (1lb bag).  You can buy at Boots & Superdrug.

Huge fan of both This Works Sleep Plus Pillow Spray (mini) (there's also a code for 15% off you next purchase) and Weleda's Lavender Relaxing Body Oil (10ml).

I'm already a fan of Patchology and inside is their Down Time Moodpatch Eye Gel (single use - £3.20) which help to soothe and smooth the undereye area.

From Dr Botanicals is their Pomegranate Sleeping Mask (30ml - £9.90) which I've used before. It'll hydrate and nourish your skin while you sleep.

I'd just been talking about taking more magnesium so these Link Nutrition Magnesium Food Based Mineral Natural Health Supplements (£15.95 for 30 capsules) couldn't have come at a better time. The supplement encourages relaxation and regulates the body's stress response system. They also offer a 15% off your next purchase code.

I'm already a fan of Neal's Yard Remedies Wild Rose Beauty Balm and inside is a 15g pot (£12). It's a one-pot-wonder suitable for all skin types enriched with provitamin A, Vitamin E and rosehip seed oil. It'll nourish and make the skin glow (they also offer a code for £10 off if you spend £30).

There's a 30 day free trial of Calm App with over 100 guided meditations, sleep stories and music to reduce stress and anxiety, calming the mind and body before sleep.

From Guinot their is a 15ml of the Gommage Biologic Exfoliating Gel which gently exfoliates the skin activating cellular regeneration.

And the star of the box - Jurlique's Limited Edition Fragrant Rose Hand Cream (100ml - £29) which is divine. Jurlique are offering 15% off your next purchase.

Moving on to the final items in the box..

I simply adore the self-heating eye masks from Spacemasks and was super pleased to see one in the box. There's also a hair mask from L'Oreal - Botanicals Fresh Care Arnica Repairing Mask (£2.99) and GLOV Make up Remover ECO (a re-usable make up removing glove).

It's a great box and review will follow for some of the items. Did you pick one up?

Latest in Beauty: The LIB New+Noteworthy Beauty Edit

This Latest in Beauty edit flew off the shelves! It's worth £181 and cost only £26. I just managed to nab one before they went Out of Stock! Full reviews to follow.

WOW! And for a closer look...

From Lore Originals is a 30ml Legend Hair Mask sachet which is worth just over £6. This brand's been on my radar a while so I'm looking forward to trying this hair mask which you use on dry hair and which helps to rebuild the core integrity of your hair.

From Umberto Giannini we have their Flowerology Rose Drops (£5.40 - 100ml) which are 97% natural and Vegan. I love anything rose so I'm looking forward to trying this out.

The third haircare item is from new to me brand, Cake Beauty and inside is their Mane Manage'r (£14.99 - 120ml), a 3-in-1 Leave in Conditioner which has a sweet cake like scent! Looking forward to trying this vegan product out.

From Lumene there is a full size Deep Clean Purifying Cleansing Oil (£16 - 150ml) which is a new to me brand. It'll deeply cleanse removing make up and daily grime. 

I've used Time Bomb in the past. Inside is their Youth Juice Secret Oil (£42 - 60ml) which will quench thirsty ageing skin leaving it nourished and glowy.

From Patchology is their AquaFlash Daily Gel Moisturiser (£30 - 50ml) which I'm excited to try. I've been enjoying lighter moisturising gels during this hot spell. It's water based so floods your parched skin with moisture. 

A dinky little try-me Illuminating Hydration Bar (20g) from Argentum Apothecary which is a great addition to the box. See my review HERE.

From Jurlique there's a try-me size (20g) of their Radiant Skin Foaming Cleanser which will cleanse the skin leaving it feeling nourished and clean. Tried this last night. It's a beaut!

BioMiracle Flamingo Bubble Mask x 1 - I've never tried a bubble mask! Not sure how to feel about this one!

From OPI is a single use pair of Pro Spa Advanced Softening Gloves which are single use and will nourish both hands and nails.  

From laidbare is their Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow! Hair Minimising Cream (£6.99 - 125ml) which I've actually used before! It'll slow down hair regrowth after shaving and nourish the skin.

Rounding up the collection is MUA Blushed Liquid Cream Blusher in Misty Rose (£2.50 - 10ml) which will add a pop of colour to your cheeks (it can also be used on the lips).

From a brand I hadn't heard of A.T Antao their is a beautiful (Garnet) Colourlux Lip Lacquer (£12.80 - 5ml) which is a very wearable red-orange.

While this amazing box may now be sold out, you can pick up one of the other collection boxes HERE.

April Empties

Here's my April empties (*sent to me as part of the Love Lula Accredited Blogger Program):

Molton Brown Suede Orris Bath & Shower Gel 30ml - I loved this new scent from Molton Brown which had a luscious floral scent. I'd buy this full size.

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil 9ml - this is one of my favourite scents from AA. Sure to pick up again.

Volition Turmeric Brightening Polish for Face & Body 45ml - nice to use with just the right amount of gritty-ness. I picked it up in America unsure if you can buy it here.

Better You Magnesium Flakes Foot Soak 150g - huge fan. Sure to buy again.

Sisley Eye & Lip Contour Balm 5ml - nice to use. Probably won't buy as the range is out of my price range.

Rohr Remedy Honey Myrtle Body Wash 500ml - this seemed to go on forever! See my review HERE. It was lovely to use so I'd maybe buy it again.

Saskia's Flower Essences Rose Beauty Mist 100ml - I simply loved this gently scented rose mist which was a Limited Edition run. The bottle was really luxurious and to me was like a perfume bottle (it's currently still available if you fancy picking one up!)

Miller Harris Tea Tonique EdP 14ml - this is the second bottle I used up in my Project 10 Pan. As I'm now seeing this is going to be a long process! I loved this and would pick up again.

*Dr Hauschka Spruce Warming Bath Essence 30ml - gorgeous. Just available in the winter months - I'll definitely pick up later in the year. See my review HERE.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 30ml - a deliciously rosy spray which balances and tones. I think I've actually got another of these in my stash.  What have you been using up this month?

Naturisimo: Sleep Clinic Discovery Box

I can never resist a Naturisimo Discovery Box and Sleep Clinic Discovery Box is worth £107 and costs only £17.95 including p&p. Inside are products to help unwind, relax and sleep.

Inside is:

Absolution La Solution+Eclat Radiance Boosting Serum 15ml

Jurlique Rejuvenating Overnight Cream 15ml

Lavera ReEnergising Sleeping Cream 1ml

Pukka Night Time Tea Bag x 1

Tisserand Sleep Better Rollerball 10ml 

Scentered De-Stress Therapy Balm 1.5g

Lola's Apothecary Bath & Shower Oil Tranquil Isle 10ml

REN & Now to Sleep Pillow Spray 10ml

Skin & Tonic's Calm Balm 20g

Weleda Lavender Relaxing Body Oil 10ml

I'll share my thoughts in either posts or empties as I start to use the products. Did you buy this discovery box?

Naturisimo: Sensitive Soul Discovery Box

I find it very hard to resist a Naturisimo Discovery Box and Sensitive Soul Discovery Box just had to be mine! It's stuffed full of wonderful green beauty goodies worth £76 (the box only cost £17.95 with free p&p and it's now unfortunately out of stock). You can sign up to their newsletter to be one of the first to know of any offers (or follow them on Twitter/Instagram).

So what's inside:

Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence 15ml

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Cell Revitalise Night Moisturiser 20ml

Pai Copaiba Deep Cleanse AHA Mask 10ml (REVIEW)

Meow Meow Tweet Baking Soda Free Grapefruit Deodorant Cream 28g

Scentered LOVE Therapy Balm 1.5g

A'kin Organic Rosehip Oil 3ml (REVIEW)

John Masters Organics Lavender, Rose Geranium & Ylang Ylang Soap 42g

Green People Damask Rose Facial Oil 5ml

Jurlique Herbal Recovery Advanced Serum 2ml

Jurlique Purely Age-Defying Nourishing Cleansing Oil 2ml

Antipodes Hosanna H20 Intensive Skin Plumping Serum 10ml

LOV Organic Love is Zen 1 x teabag

It's a fabulous box and I'm looking forward to trying it all. Meow Meow Tweet had been on the wishlist! Did you pick one up?

Naturisimo: Heaven Scent Box

I love Naturisimo's Discovery boxes and the latest one went straight in my basket last night!

It's available while stocks last and costs £22.95 and is worth £60. Inside is:

Bamford Splash One Morning 10ml: a light water blended to splash over the entire body. With violet, jasmine, iris, musk, amber and vanilla notes.

Acorelle Vanilla Blossom Rollerball 10ml: with vanilla notes this is warm and comforting.

Caudalie The des Vignes Body Lotion 30ml: with ginger liqueur, orange blossom and jasmine notes.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 30ml: I'm a huge fan of this rose scented hydrating mist which I've been using for years. See my review HERE. This one's a decent size too.

Lola's Apothecary Delicate Romance Balancing Body Souffle 30ml: a light as air whipped souffle with a delicious rosy scent topped with rose petals. I received this recently in a box and rushed out and bought full size.

Pacifica Waikki Pikake Roll-on 30ml: formulated with sweet pikake, an exquisite flower native to Hawaii and sandalwood.

Edit: And here's my box!

Naturisimo: Self Love Discovery Box

You'll know I'm a huge fan of Naturisimo's Discovery Boxes and I couldn't resist their Valentine edition. Costing only £17.95 and worth £57 it's stuffed full of gorgeousness!

Inside the little branded box you'll find:

And for a closer look:

The first thing that jumped out at me (after the MantraBand which is worth £25) was that small pot of gorgeousness which is Lola's Apothecary Delicate Romance Balancing Body Souffle (30ml) which is seriously divine (it melts onto warm skin and leaves it scented with rose - absolute perfection) and so now I want full size!

From Jurlique there is their Rose Moisture Plus Cream (11ml), REN's latest bath care range, Atlantic Kelp & Microalgae Anti-Fatigue Bath Oil (10ml), Green People's Damask Rose Facial Oil (10ml) and three sachets from Madara - Brightening AHA Peel Mask (5ml), Daily Defence Ultra Rich Balm (2ml) and Cleansing Milk (5ml).  The final items is a Pukka Love Tea Bag.

It's a great collection. Did you pick one up?

Latest in Beauty: Beauty Guru: Build Your Own Box

I'm a huge fan of Latest in Beauty and their "Build your Own Box". I choose "Beauty Guru" which is 9 products for £18 a month including p&p. (you can also choose 3 products for £9 per month or 6 products for £15 per month). Sign up HERE. I think this month is one of my favourite boxes.

So what did I pick? (oh and you also get a free sample or two).

WOW!

I'm a huge fan of Jurlique's Rosewater Balancing Mist (15ml) and have picked this up again and again. I first tried it in 2013 (mini review) and no doubt it'll be a choice again!

I was pleased to see Tropic Skincare as a pick! I picked up a 5ml size of their fab Super Greens Nutrient Boost Serum. I've tried it before and loved it. See my review HERE.

Totally new to me brand is 58 Lifestyle and I picked a 50ml bottle of their Balancing Bath Oil which has notes of Green Mandarin, Geranium, Coriander, Jasmine and Ylang Ylang. There's also a code for 15% off any of their products (upon checking the website this bath oil normally costs £25!) A review will follow as the product looks and smells gorgeous!

I'm a huge fan of Neal's Yard Remedies Wild Rose Beauty Balm and I picked up a generous 15g trial size.

From Aurelia Probiotic Skincare is their gorgeous Revitalise & Brighten Hand Cream 7ml. See my review HERE. If this is a pick I always pick it up as I love it so! (and these size are great for my handbag or in the desk drawer!)

The Natural Lipsticks from Burt's Bees are absolutely fantastic (these retail at £9.99 each). I've already got both these colours which I love - 501 Blush Basin and 523 Sunset Cruise (I've earmarked these ones for Christmas gifts!) Both are very wearable with long lasting colour.

Also from Burt's Bees is their Spring Splendour Lip Gloss which is in a pretty pink shade.  I'm a huge fan of PHB Ethical Beauty (I love their Organic Eyeliner in Brown). This Lip Crayon in Pink which is my final choice this month can be worn all over the lips or as a liner.

I also got some free samples:

Regenerate Advanced Toothpaste 14ml (I've tried this before and really liked it)

Urban Veda Turmeric+Botanics Radiance Replenishing Night Cream 2.5ml sachet

Philosophy Amazing Grace EdT 1.5ml vial

15% off code for 58 Lifestyle.

What do you think of my picks? Have you picked up a box lately?

September Empties

I'm not going to use up anything else this month so here are my empties:

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 15ml - I'm a huge fan of this rose scented mist. See my review HERE. I've got several of these minis in my stash but I'd buy again.

Aromatherapy Associates Renewing Rose Body Cream 40ml - which is the lushest rose scented cream ever! I've used it a few times and find it deeply moisturising. Would buy again.

Neal's Yard Remedies Wild Rose Hand Cream 30ml - I'm using up too many rosey things this month! A rich and deeply nourishing hand cream. I just cracked open a new one.

Nourish Golden Glow Illuminating Face Shimmer 15ml - I'm a huge fan of this product and have bought it loads. See my review HERE. This will be replenished!

Rosalena Goodness & Tonic Face Mist 15ml - gorgeous to use and I'll pick it up again at some point. See my review HERE.

JOIK Energising Bath Salts with Grapefruit, Orange & Lemon Essential Oils 500g* - these were fantastic and great value for money. See my review HERE. I'll definitely buy them when my stash reduces a bit.

mio double buff dual action enzyme exfoliator 50ml - this was lovely to use with just the right amount of scrubbiness. Would maybe buy when my stash reduces a bit.

Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength Bath & Shower Oil 55ml - which is one of my favourite Aromatherapy Associates products. See my review HERE. This one was a gift from my friend Julie but I'm sure I'll buy it again.

Diptyque Philosykos EdT 12ml - which is one of my favourite fig scents. Will buy it again for sure.

Elemis Revitalise-Me Bath & Shower Gel 30ml - it was nice to re-visit Elemis! Apex Hotels offer Elemis minis in their rooms which were a real treat. I'd maybe buy full size.

Olverum Bath Oil 15ml - I love this bath oil. See my review HERE. I've got a few of these minis in my stash but I'd buy this full size.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer in Geranium & Neroli 40ml - I'm a huge fan of the product but prefer the unscented original version. Already cracked open a new one.

John Masters Organics Lavender, Rose, Geranium & Ylang Ylang Soap 42g* - I've used this lovely soap several times. Would buy again.

Various Stop the Water 6ml samples - White Sage Shower Gel, White Sage Body Lotion, Lavender, Sandalwood Shampoo & Conditioner. These seemed quite nice although I sometimes find it hard to tell if I'm going to like something from a small sachet.

Herbfarmacy Body Oil samples x 2 - which seemed lovely. Would probably buy full size.

Corinne Taylor Balance Himalayan Bath Salts** which came in August's Skin Organics Beauty Box. I'm already a huge fan of the brand and it's likely that I'll buy them again.

You Dirty Scrub Mint & Eucalyptus Bath Salts 100g - these smelt glorious! I did find they clumped a bit together in the bath but that didn't spoil the enjoyment. I'd maybe buy again.

Dr Alkaitis Organic Ageless Facial Elixir vial - again a teeny sample. It seemed nice but just not enough to get a feel for the product.

Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel 5ml - huge fan of this product and the brand. See my review HERE. I've got a full size of this awaiting opening!

Phaedon Coton Egyptien EdT sample vial - I love that Bloom Perfumery offer a fantastic sample service with most at £2 for a 1ml vial. I have totally fallen for this beautiful fresh perfume and of course now want full-size!

What have you been using up this month?

*sent to me as part of the Love Lula Accredited Blogger Program

**complimentary