Perfume Collection

I have quite a few perfume sample vials as you can see below!

Today I'm showing you my collection of perfumes - full size, travel size and rollerballs. I actually have quite a small collection (only 40). You can see what I had in my stash in January 2012 and in March last year.

The two that are the most expensive in my stash are Chanel's Sycomore EdT (when I bought it was £100 - 75ml). I love its woody, mossy and vertivert notes.  See my review HERE.

Tom Ford's Santal Blush EdP (£145 - 50ml) this is my third bottle! An absolute hug in a bottle. It has notes of sandalwood, cumin, fenugreek, cinnamon, rose, ylang ylang, jasmine, woods, benzoin and musk. I just love it. See my review HERE.

I've got a lot of love for Shay & Blue. I recently finished Watermelons which I loved. It will definitely be a re-purchase.  Currently in my collection is Framboise Noir* (REVIEW), Salt Caramel (mini Review) and Atropa Belladona (HERE). I've also got two mini sizes of Blood Oranges and Almond Cucumber.

I adore rose scents. I picked up the Jo Malone Tudor Rose 30ml at the great Perfume Society Rock the Ages event I went to last year - see HERE. Hubby listened to my hints and bought me the gorgeous Miller Harris Rose Silence EdP (50ml) for my Christmas. See my review HERE.

Aqua di Parma's Rosa Nobile EdP which I received last year for Christmas. It has notes of mandarin, bergamot, pepper, peony, violet, lily of the valley, Centifolia rose, cedarwood, ambergris and musk. It's a really pretty feminine scent.

I reviewed True Nature Botanicals solid perfume Noble Floral* and totally fell in love with it. With notes of Tuberose, Rose, Jasmine and Citrus. See my review HERE.

Diptyque's Eau Rose Roll on is a beautiful true rose perfume and has notes of bergamot, lychee and blackcurrant, damask and centifolia roses, with musk, cedar and honey.

I picked up Jo Loves White Rose & Lemon Leaves 30ml when in London last year. It really is exquisite. See my review HERE.

Lush's Imogen Rose solid perfume is a fairly light rose scent with rose and green notes. It doesn't really last long but it's a cute little scent.

I recently tried a sample of Escentric Molecules 01 and loved it. This is the 30ml travel size refill. The scent smells differently on everyone and two people (so far) have been enticed with it - one male, one female!

I'm a huge fan of lovely Gorse by Laboratory Perfumes (100ml) this one is beautiful. The gorse gives it a coconutty edge and this perfume smells differently on everyone as well! See my review HERE.

Estee Lauder's Private Collection Tuberose Gardenia EdP (30ml) another scent I first picked up in London before it was widely available. See my review HERE.

I've got a lot of love for Diptyque's Philosykos and have it in the rollerball oil and the EdT spray. It takes me back to hot summer days in Greece. The best and original fig scent. The EdP is on the wishlist.

My in-laws got me Angel for my birthday last year. I used to go through it by the gallon but hadn't worn it for a few years. 

Abahna's Frangipani & Orange Blossom re-fillable spray is also a favourite. See my review HERE.

From the 4160Tuesdays Advent Calendar I totally fell for London 1969 (this little spray is nearly done so I'll definitely get full size) and Raw Silk & Red Roses both 9ml. See my review HERE.

Jo Malone Grapefruit Cologne (30ml) was the first scent I bought from Jo Malone. I like it paired with Lime, Basil & Mandarin body lotion.

Khiel's Nashi Blossom & Pink Grapefruit (30ml) is a delicious fruity floral with notes of pink grapefruit, ginger, soy milk and musk. 

Annick Goutal Mandragore EdT (30ml) which came in a beauty box ages ago. It has fruity minty notes.

The Library of Fragrance Gin & Tonic which is refreshing and zesty and Salt Air with seaside ozonic notes.

Oliver Bonas Blackberry Musk roll on which I picked up while Christmas shopping. See my review HERE.

Infusion Organique Sands of Morocco Organic EdP roll on which is lovely to wear on hot summer days. See my review HERE.

kai perfume oil roll on which is always in my stash. I love the gardenia and fresh green notes. It's the perfect holiday scent.

Ancienne Ambiance Colonia Collection* are a simply stunning trio of scents. See my thoughts HERE.

Jimmy Choo Perfume roller-ball which I picked up in Sephora in Paris. Love a little Jimmy Choo and rollerball perfumes!

Pacifica Tahitian Gardenia Roll on* which is a blend of gardenia, jasmine, sweet orange and tea leaves. It really is lovely. See my review HERE.

L'Occitane Magnolia & Mure Trial Size EdT which is fruity and floral. Figuier & Osmanthus EdT was limited edition last summer and is a juicy fig scent.

Freak by Illamaqua EdP I first got a sample of this in a Glossybox. This is my second full size bottle. It has notes Black Davana, Opium Flower, Poison Hemlock and Frankincense.

I received this little bottle of Tom Ford's White Suede EdP after a make-over. It's really lovely and has notes of musk, rose and amber.

On the wishlist are these along with Beaufort London's Coeur De Noir EdP.

What perfumes are in your collection?

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Spring Scents

These are the scents I'm currently enjoying:

Laboratory Perfumes Gorse No.002 EDT - I just love this coconutty and fresh scented perfume. See my review here.  True Nature Botanicals Noble Floral Solid Perfume* - this floral is divine. With notes of rose, jasmine, tuberose and citrus. It is super feminine and oh so pretty!  See my review here. 

An old favourite is Jo Malone's Grapefruit cologne - I love its fresh and light fruity scent (I like combining it with Lime, Basil & Mandarin or Red Roses). I've been loving these two scents from Shay & Blue - Blood Oranges which is super fruity, juicy and slightly sweet and Almond Cucumber a light and refreshing scent.

What perfumes are you using right now?

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My Top 10: 2014

Here are my top ten beauty products this year. You can see my top 10 from 2013 here. I found it fairly easy to select as these are all products I already buy again and again or will do in the future.

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml - I first received this shower gel as a PR sample but loved it so much I buy it again and again. I just love the slightly exotic and fruity scent.  See my review here*.

Lucy's Lotions Vitamin E & Grapefruit Rejuvenating Night Oil 100ml - this light and easily absorbed oil nourishes the skin. It smells of uplifting grapefruit. See my review here.

RMS Beauty 'Un' Powder 9g - I'm now on my second pot of this wonder powder. It absorbs any oil on the skin leaving it matte and flawless. I'll always have it in my stash!

Laboratory Perfumes Gorse EDT 100ml - a winner hands down for me this year i.e. my favourite scent. Love it's coconutty fresh scent. It smells different on every wearer.  See my review here.

Skin & Tonic Steam Clean sample pot - I received this in a YOU Beauty Discovery box and can quite honestly say its the best cleanser I've used this year. Super minty it cleans away every last trace of make up and daily grime leaving the skin feel clean and nourished. It featured in Lately I've been Loving last month - see here.

Yarok Feed your Moisture Masque 4oz* - quite probably the best deep conditioning hair treatment I've ever used! it leaves the hair glossy and silky smooth. See my review here.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts - I buy the 100g pouches again and again to top up my chic black pot. These salts just work. They also featured in my top ten last year too!  See my review here.

Blue Labelle Body Oil with Ylang Ylang & Frankincense 100ml - a rich and lush body oil which smells divine. See my review here.

Bodhi & Birch Rosa Rosa Daily Moisturiser 50ml* - a real luxe product. This heavenly scented and easily absorbed moisturiser is my favourite moisturiser this year. The cleanser and toner are pretty special too.  See my review here.

Bodhi & Birch Lime Blossom Protecting Hand Serum 30ml - simply love this zesty scented nourishing serum.  This is my second one! See my review here*.

What's been your favourite product(s) this year?

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Cult Beauty Christmas Wishlist

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This simply stunning Aromatherapy Associates gift is firmly on my wishlist! It looks really cute too (I spotted it in Harvey Nics yesterday). The mini drawers hold 10 x 7.5ml bath & shower oils and could be used afterwards for storing samples or hair bands.  Costs £55.

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I'm a huge fan of Aesop's Rind Concentrate Body Balm and would love to try some more products from the range. This "A certain radiance" gift set is fantastic. Costing £75 it contains: Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash (500ml), Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm (75ml), A Rose by Any Other Name Body Cleanser (200ml) and Rind Concentrate Body Balm (120ml).

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I'm a huge fan of the Laboratory Perfumes Gorse scent - see my review here. I know I'd love the candle too. Retailing at £35 for 248g.

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I've eyed this Oskia Rose De Mai Massage Candle up like forever! This heavenly scented candle melts to a rich body oil for massaging into dry skin areas or for massage. It's priced at £34.50 and I think it would be a decadent and luxurious treat.

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I'm a huge fan of kai's perfume oil but it is so pricey! £40 for 3.6ml. It is one of my all time favourite scents. It is summer in a bottle all year round. A blend of gardenia, with white flowers and green notes. Love!

What's on your Cult Beauty wishlist?

p.s. I picked up the Grown Alchemist Travel Kit I was lusting over on Thursday night with Cult Beauty's 15% off for Halloween!

Laboratory Perfumes: No.002 Gorse EDT

I first tried No. 002 Gorse EDT from Laboratory Perfumes via samples from Roullier White (see what I bought here). When Cult Beauty recently had a GWP offer I jumped right in!  See my purchases here.

I just love the packaging (which is all recyclable) and the simple clear glass "lab flask" type bottles. Costing £55 for a huge 100ml spray bottle.

The creator of this amazing scent is Christopher Perry, a British Perfumer who loves the landscape and natural history of the British Isles.  His product are on the shelves of some of London's most prestigious fragrance retailers. He creates unisex perfumes and candles (you've guessed it Gorse Candle is now on my wishlist!).

The perfumes are formulated to smell differently on each wearer. Gorse is made using gorse flowers, lemon balm and cardamon. On me it smells slightly coco-nutty with lemon and spicy notes but with a fresh feel. Not every wearer will get the same notes on their skin.  

I know I'll always have a bottle of this magical perfume in my collection.  Have you tried it?

Cult Beauty: Purchases & Goody Bag

As I didn't buy anything when I was in London I decided to choose a few things online.  I noticed Cult Beauty were offering one of their amazing goody bags with a £75 spend.

Here's what I bought:

I've been wanting to buy Gorse EDT by Laboratory Perfumes like forever! Ever since I tried a sample via Roullier White's excellent sample service.  This is a huge 100ml bottle and it cost £55.  A review will follow!

I also picked up Lea Journo Hydra Riche Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner (both 90ml - £10 each) as I've been keen to try these for a while.

If your order is over £40 you can choose two sachets from a selection. I chose a couple by Sunday Riley.

Inside the goody bag (which includes 5 full size products):

Sachajuan Volume Shampoo 100ml

OCC Lip Tar in Anika (full size)

Miracle Skin Transformer Spotlight 3ml

3 Custom Color Eyeliner in Khaki Green (full size)

Mini Wet Brush

Mizon Cotton Shower Sheet Essence Mask (full size)

Julie Hewett Shimmy Face & Body Shimmer in Pinkie (full size)

Stila Lip Glaze in Pink Sugar (full size)

Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment 10g

Did you pick up this offer?  If you did let me know what you bought.

Cult Beauty Wishlist #2

I did my first Cult Beauty Wishlist back in November last year - here's my latest wants!

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Erno Laszlo Introductory Cleansing Duo (£24.50) - I recently tried the pre-cleansing oil and simply adored it. I've heard great things about the cleansing bar. This is a perfect little try me set.

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Laboratory Perfumes Gorse EDT (£55) - I recently tried a sample of this via Roullier White and I adore this coconut, citrus green scent.  A bottle will be mine - and soon!

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Therapie Awaken Skin Rehab Scrub (£28) - a new Therapie product! It sounds amazing! A powder which you massage into dampened skin which melts away dead skin cells, refreshes and regenerates the skin. It also comes in a 30g size which is £8.

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Lea Journo Hair Care range (£10 upwards) - an exciting new hair care range which contains French Plum Oil. The range of products sound gorgeous. I'm tempted by Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner and the Revive French Plum Oil.

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Peter Thomas Roth Rose Stem Cell Bio-Repair Gel Mask (£32) - this popped up via an email recently and I thought it sounded right up my street!

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Costes Bath Flakes (£21 - 10 x 10g) - I've wanted to try these for like..ages! Hotel Costes is where the world's top fashionistas stay during Paris Fashion week. A spicy woody scent with a touch of rose.

What's on your Cult Beauty Wishlist?

Shopping my Stash #51

These products are making me smile this week!

de Mamiel Rosey Lip Balm 10ml - I receive this lip balm from hubby in this little set which made me really happy. A simply gorgeous lip balm which smells of roses.  It's stuffed full of nourishing things for the lips - Camellia, Monoi and Evening Primrose oils, mango butter, rosewax, calendula, beeswax, honey along with Rose Otto and Rose Geranium essential oils. It's truly one of the nicest lip balms I have used...ever!  I'm happy to also use on flyaway hair and cuticles. Love a of a multi-purpose product!

bodhi has just recently been rebranded to bodhi & birch. I was very kindly sent Lime Blossom Protecting Hand Serum 30ml* to try and review. It smells of exotic limes and moisturises and revitalises the hands and nails as well as protecting skin with antibacterial properties. The serum contains Olive Squalane, Rose Hip Oil, Plum Kernal, Safflower Seed Oils and Vitamin E. Apply one or two pumps to your hands and rub into the hands and nails leaving them deeply moisturised and lightly scented. A full review to follow. I love this product already!

TEWC Grapefruit Facial Exfoliator - this is a 6g sample size (£2) which is great for trial size/travel. There are a number of their products you can buy in sample size.  This zingy exfoliator removes dead skin cells leaving the skin soft and renewed.  Full size is very firmly planted on my wishlist. Also gorgeous is Virgin Coconut & Lime Body Butter (the scent of which reminds me of chocolate lime sweets!).

Lotus Wei Infinite Love Mist sample - again this came in Content's Love Collection. A brand I'd wanted to try for a while now. Infinite Love is one of a selection of mists which founder Katie Hess has created to help people depending on how they are feeling and their mood. This helps to awaken your nurturing affectionate nature, be kind to yourself, attract love and affection and make you feel love. Mist it around your neck and shoulders, your office space, bedroom and during stressful times. I've been enjoying using it and want to try more from the range.

I picked up a decant of Laboratory Perfumes No.002 Gorse EDT from Roullier White recently and I simply love it. It reminds me slightly of Creed's Virgin Island Water. Gorse has notes of green, citrus and coconut from the gorse flowers. Full size is on my ever-expanding wishlist!

The Body Deli Firming Flax Eye Cream 5ml - this came in my a beautiful world S/S Sampler box. A rich cream which firms, brightens and hydrates the eye area. It is packed full of good things for the delicate eye area and helps to banish early signs of ageing. So far I love this. 

What have you been loving this week?

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Roullier White purchases

Roullier White, which is a lifestyle boutique is situated on Lordship Lane in East Dulwich, London and sells perfumes, candles, household products and gifts. I noticed on Twitter that over the last Bank Holiday weekend they were offering free P&P. After having a browse I treated myself to a new bottle of scent.

I chose a perfume by Infusion Organique, a brand I've not heard of before. The company is run by a two sisters-one husband team. They source ethically produced organic raw materials to formulate their perfumes and home fragrances.

The scents are made with Organic alcohol (made from Certified Organic Sugar Cane), Organic oils, extracts and botanicals.

I chose the scent which appealed to me most from the choice of four - Sands of Morocco Organic EDP (11ml roll on - £12). I just loved the description of it "close your eyes, and wander through the fresh flower and food stalls of the local Moroccan Souk. Inhale the spices drifting in the desert wind of North Africa ride the train from Marrakech to Casablanca to Tangier. Smell the fresh vanilla first brought to Morocco by the French in the time of Berber Kings".

The scent has a top note of Lemon Zest, middle notes Lily of the Valley, Rose Blossoms and Ylang Ylang with base notes of French Vanilla, Musk, Sandalwood and Oakmoss.  The scent starts off (on me) fairly sweet and floral mellowing to woods, vanilla and incense. It is long lasting for an organic scent. I love it!

I also received a vial of "Perfume of the Month" - Jovoy - Rouge Assasin EDP which is inspired by the 'femmes fatales' of 1920s Paris - a mix of innocence and seductiveness. 

While chatting to Roullier White on Twitter I found out that they offer a sample service for most of their scents. Most are around the £2 mark for a 2ml decant.  P&P is £2.50 and if you decide to buy a full size bottle you are given a code to get free P&P within one month - a brilliant idea to try before you buy!  I ordered on Friday and my samples arrived first thing on Saturday morning - what great Customer Service.

I've totally fallen for No.002 Gorse EDT by Laboratory Perfumes. I simply love it. It has notes of Gorse blossoms, fresh greens and citrus and on me I can detect a coconut note. (I so want a full size bottle of this!)

My other samples are - 4160 Tuesdays Says Alice, Connock London Kukui, Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensee and Nasomatto Narcotic Venus - these are all amazing too and fuller reviews to follow. 

See Roullier White's website here

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