Lush Classics Perfume Gift

I only went into Lush for Sleepy Body Lotion but impulsively bought their Lush Classics Perfume Gift Set (£55) which contains 5 x 10ml sprays. I've had the set a month or so now and Dirty is the one I know I'll buy again and again. It's got a clean and fresh vibe with notes of spearmint, tarragon and sandalwood (Scented Crafts do similar scented wax melts which are seriously lush!)

The set's really well presented in a fabric covered box and would make a great gift. The bottles themselves are packed tight into the box and I had to use the leg of my specs to get them out! (although easy enough to tip them all out).

As I said my fav is Dirty closely followed by the lush classic Rose Jam, a rose, rose geranium + lemon powdery pink delight! Also in the set is Vanillary, which combines vanilla, tonka +jasmine (I like this one too!)

Pansy, is a lush floral with green galbanum + fresh rosemary + oakmoss (this was a Cosmetics-to-Go perfume, along with Ginger). The 5th one in the kit I'm not keen on so I gave it to my friend Sam. The ever popular and best seller, Karma which blends hippy patchouli with sweet orange + fir.

Despite not liking one of the perfumes in the set I've really enjoyed all of the others (what's your favs?). Check out the perfume gifts HERE. 

January Empties

Here's what I've been using this month. If a product is marked * it means I've been given it for review purposes. 

*Micheline Arcier Aromatherapie Richesse D'Or Bath & Shower Crystals - I absolutely loved this aromatic treat for the bath, body and mind. See my review HERE. I'm sorry to use them up as they're just perfect for lockdown times! Definitely on the wishlist.

ZOJO The Bikini Body Formula 35g - I find this supplement helps supports my digestive system the most, although it does a whole host of things. See my review HERE. I'm sure I'll stock up again soon as it's a must-have in my stash!

*I absolutely loved Evolve's Pomegranate & Goji Aromatic Wash 250ml - it's perfect for your morning shower - uplifting and super fruity. See my review HERE. It's on my wishlist for when my stash reduces. Loved it.

Molton Brown's Frankincense & Allspice Liquid Handwash 300ml - it's only available from October each year until it sells out in the sales. See my review HERE. Unfortunately, I was unable to stock up for the year as it sold out!

I simply love Bodhi & Birch's Mint Thé Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml - it's the one I keep buying again and again - such a staple. See my review HERE. It'll be bought again soon.

*The Dr Hauschka bits are from the advent calendar - Almond Soothing Body Cream 10ml - nice enough, wouldn't buy. The two toners - Clarifying & Facial Toner (both 10ml) were really nice and effective - I'd buy both these again.

I just love Lush's Sleepy Body Lotion - it's on the wishlist - I'm likely to stock up soon! Perfect to use before bed for a restful night's sleep.

I picked up the little sample size bottle of Hand & Nail Oil Serum at Blue Labelle when we visited the shop in the summer. It was soo good to meet Pascale despite having to mask up! A beautiful aromatic product - full size is on the wishlist.

My final item this month is Zing Organic's Ah There! Body Oil 25ml which was nice to use but I prefer their Elevate Body Oil with Frankincense & Clementine so wouldn't buy this.

What have you been using up this month?

Shopping My Stash #113

I've not been purchasing as much just now in these uncertain times (I've sort of lost my beauty and reading mojo - though I'm hoping they come back!) I'll be doing lots more shopping my stash posts/reviews of products I already have. Products marked * I've been gifted for review.

I absolutely adore Lush's Sleepy Body Lotion which really is a hug in a jar. It's perfect to use before bed for restful sleep. It's creamy, comforting and soothing with an oaty and lavender scent. NUXE's Huile Prodigieuse Riche has the same scent as the original best seller but with a richer texture. It's good for dry skin and hair leaving them nourished and luminous. Balm Balm's Frankincense Deep Cleansing Balm* (which I received in December's* Love Lula Beauty Box) makes short work of make up and daily grime and has a delicious Frankincense scent.

From Award Winning 100 Acres Apothecary (which came in January's Skin Organic Clean Beauty Box) is their Rose & Lavender Bubble Bath which is a soothing and relaxing treat with plenty of frothy scented bubbles.

A while ago I spotted that Revolution Beauty had a lovely new skincare range and I've been trying their very affordable and gentle 12.5% Vitamin C Serum which brightens and helps make the skin glow! It's a very affordable £10 (there is a 3 for 2 offer on their website for skincare currently).

I adore Walden Natural Perfumes and Live the Life Natural Perfume Oil* is a beautiful blend of bergamot, orange, tuberose, sweet violet, sandalwood, Brazilian rosewood and China jasmine. It's a fruity floral with a hint of spice. A fuller review will follow.

My final item is from gorgeous JOIK - their Organic Pink Grapefruit Body Lotion* which has an uplifting and joyful citrus scent. See my review HERE.

What have you been reaching for lately?

November Empties

I'm not going to use anything else up this month. So here's my November empties:

Jo Malone Grapefruit Bath Oil 250ml - I received this as a present from hubby a good few birthdays ago! Lovely to use and I'd defintely like to try again. Maybe in a different scent. Made for a luxurious soak.

bodhi & birch Sicilian Rose Body Oil 100ml* - the trio of body oils are the latest launch from bodhi & birch and this oil is simply divine. See my review HERE. This beautiful oil will definitely be replenished!

Green People Joyful Body Wash 100ml* - with fab uplifting scent this body wash gently cleanses and leaves the skin delicately scented. LOVE! See my review HERE.

2 x 10ml MOA Fortifying Green Bath Potion - one of my favourite bath products. See my review HERE. I always have this in my stash and recently cracked open a new bottle.

Schmidt's Bergamot & Lime Deodorant 92g - this is a staple for me as it just works! Got a new one ready to use. See my review HERE. As long as it's still easy to get in the UK I'll keep buying.

YTTP Age Prevention Cleanser trial size - see my review HERE. It's definitely one I'd consider buying.

Mio Liquid Yoga Restorative Bath Soak 53ml - this is a nice bath soak. Once my stash reduces a bit I'd buy.

Lush Salted Coconut Hand Scrub 130g - loved this. I also used it as a body scrub. Would repurchase. See my review HERE.

Balm Balm Neroli Floral Water Hydrosol 100ml* - which was gorgeous to use and I'll buy it when my stash reduces a bit. See my review HERE.

Rossi Uvema Rose & Rosemary Face Toning Mist 100ml* - this was lovely to use and lasted ages. See my review HERE. Again, I've got a load of toners on the go so I wouldn't buy just now.

Willow Organic Vitamin & Bamboo Exfoliating Body Wash Blissful Peace Rose & Oud 50ml* - the scent of this body wash is gorgeous and it makes for pampering treat. See my review HERE. When my stash reduces a bit I'll buy full size.

Ruth Romano Lemongrass Hand Wash 250ml - love this! It has an uplifting scent and is gorgeous! See my review HERE. I've got another one in my stash to use.

Carol Joy London Collagen Eye Mask x 1* - a real luxe treat which firms and brightens the eye area. See my review HERE.

Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm 5g - I used to use this years ago so it was nice to try it out again. I've got a stash of balms to use but I'd consider buying it again at some point.

Sachajuan Overnight Hair Repair sachet - I got a couple of uses out of this sachet and it was nice to use. Can't say I noticed much difference to the look or feel of my hair though.

Nuxe Reve de Miel Face Cleansing & Make Up Remover Gel 15ml - loved this honey scented cleansing gel. Full size is on the wishlist.

Bamford Rose Camomile & Lemon Hand & Body Lotion 3ml - this was a super luxe hand cream with a simply divine scent. Would love this full size.

AnnMarie Skincare Anti-Aging Serum sample* - this range is beautiful. See my review HERE. My serum stash is huge but I'd maybe buy this in the future.

Myroo Starflower & Orange Blossom Facial Cleanser sample & Starflower & Orange Blossom Skin Boost Facial Serum sample. Loved both of these minis. See my review HERE and HERE. I'll buy when my stash reduces a bit as these were lovely to re-visit.

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo 7.4ml sachet - this gave me 2 uses and I remember why I loved it so much. Full size on the wishlist!

What have you been using up this month?

*complimentary

Lush: Salted Coconut Hand Scrub

I popped into Lush at the beginning of the week as I still had some money on a gift card from my birthday. I had been going to pick up Ocean Salt (my favourite Lush product) but I spotted Salted Coconut Hand Scrub (130g - £7.95, 300g - £13.95) and being a lover of hand scrubs I went for this.

Apply to dry hands and rub together like you would if you were washing your hands. The scrub has the perfect amount of scrubby-particles (sea salt) which deeply exfoliate the hands while coconut oil nourishes. It's scented with Sweet Gorse (which is slightly coconutty). My hands are left feeling revitalised, clean, soft and moisturised.

Have you tried this? Do you use a hand scrub?

July Empties

Here's my empties for July:

Green & Spring Repair & Restore Hand Wash 300ml* - I really enjoyed using this hand wash and I'll definitely buy it at some point. See my review here.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - a staple which I keep buying again and again.  I like the scent and it keeps me fresh.

Bite Beauty Lip Gloss - shade four - loved this and would try and pick it up again although it came in a Limited Edition gift set.

The Naked Skincare Company Rose Water Toner 50ml - lovely to use nice and refreshing. Would maybe buy.

Bodhi Ylang Ylang Incensa Sensual Body Moisturiser 40ml - using up the last of my bodhi minis. Love this. Will buy again.

Lush Self-Preserving Ocean Salt 120g - huge Ocean Salt fan. Will re-purchase.

Bodhi & Birch Rosa Rosa Hydrating Toner 100ml* - loved this toner and was sad when I'd finished it. Sure to buy. See my review here.

Dr Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Lavender Pure Castile Liquid Soap 237ml - huge fan of the brand and this scent was lovely. Would buy again.

Lucy Annabella Argan & Bergamot Organic Treatment Oil 10ml* - love this! See my reviews here* and here. Sure to pick up this beautiful body oil again.

Lucy Annabella Time Out Organic Bath Milk 10ml* - this was lovely to use and made for a relaxing bath. Would maybe purchase full size.

Ambre Mango & Carrot Seed Hand Cream 15ml - a super rich and concentrated hand cream which is perfect for dry hands. I've got tons of hand creams to use. Maybe when I get through them I've buy this.

Blue Labelle Argan & Sea Buckthorn Face Oil 10ml* - this was lovely. I'd maybe buy when I reduce my stash. See my review here.

Saach Organics Mint & Rosemary Shower Gel 50ml - loved this minty scented shower gel. One I'll definitely consider purchasing in the future.

L'Occitane Velvet Balm 15ml - this is just gorgeous! Full size is on the ever expanding wishlist.

L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil 15ml - I didn't like this as much as the balm. So wouldn't purchase.  It had a sort of greasy feeling on the skin.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer 40ml - a wonder product which leaves my hair shiny, glossy and looking healthy. Will buy again and again.

The Organic Pharmacy Rose Facial Cleansing Gel 10ml - love this! So much so I picked up another mini set. Full size on the wishlist.

Bodhi & Birch Siam Ginger Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml - love this shower gel and will buy again. See my review here.

SAMPLES:

John Masters Organics Geranium & Grapefruit Body Wash 10ml - this is one of the new scents and was refreshing to use. Would maybe buy full size.

John Masters Organics Geranium & Grapefruit Body Milk 10ml - easily absorbed with a gentle scent. Would maybe buy full size.

John Masters Organics Rosemary & Arnica Body Wash 10ml - this was a bit too herbal for my liking so wouldn't purchase.

Two Odacite sample vials - Papaya & Geranium Serum Concentrate and Acai Rose Serum Concentrate - these seemed nice but with only one use I couldn't really tell if they suited my skin or not.

PERFUME SAMPLES:

Annick Goutal Eau D'Hadrien EDT sample vial - a gorgeous refreshing citrus scent perfect for summer. Would love full size.

Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir sample vial - one of my favourite Jo Malone scents. Sure to buy full size again sometime.

L'Artisan Mur ed Musc EDT - love this blackberry and musk scent. Will buy full size at some point.

What have you been using up this month?

*PR samples

Little Treats #9

ESPA Optimal Skin ProCleanser 15ml* - a delicious, rich gel cleanser, mask and exfoliator in one! It leaves the skin deeply cleansed, radiant and renewed. Apply to the skin in circular motions until the jojoba spheres melt before removing with a warmed damp muslin cloth. Leave on for 15 minutes twice a week to activate the mask. This is a super luxe product which also smells incredible. Full size is on the wishlist!

BEING Bloom Lip Service 15ml - this lip balm is scented with Vanilla and Rose - what's not to love! See my review here.

Lyonsleaf Calendula Cream 10ml - this little pot helps to soothe the skin and reduce itching. It is great for treating eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and acne as well as dry skin patches.

The Body Deli Solar Skin Cream 10ml - this mini came in the recent a beautiful world s/s 15 sampler box. This lotion contains SPF15 and absorbs instantly onto the skin. Perfect to use right now!

lj's Natural Solutions Balancing Organic Moisturiser 8g - this lush geranium scented moisturiser is great for all skin types, absorbing quickly and balancing the skin.

Lush Imogen Rose Solid Perfume 12g - a rosey scent with amber, vetivert and green notes. Great for slipping into a pocket or handbag for some scent on the go.

Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask sample* - this mask is fantastic! It brightens dull skin leaving it looking refreshed, smooth and radiant. Apply a thin layer onto the skin once a week (you can feel it working straight away!) leaving on for 15-20 minutes or so before rinsing. 

Have you tried any of these?

*PR samples

A Lush Haul

My in-laws gave me a Lush gift card at my birthday and I picked up a few bits. I'm already a huge fan of Ro's Argan Body Conditioner see my review here. I also picked up a Tisty-Tosty Bath Bomb - I just love the little rosebuds and rosey scent, Ocean Salt Self-Preserving love this scrubby scrub which is now suitable for use on both body and face.  I also chose Imogen Rose Solid Perfume which is has a rose (again!) scent and a mini Charity Pot.

Have you bought anything from Lush recently?

Lush: Granny Takes a Dip Bath Bomb

Granny Takes a Dip is one of Lush's newest bath bombs (£3.25) and the prettiest I've tried.  It contains ginger, pepper and lemon and turns the bath water oh so colourful!  A citrus and spicy scent which boosts your mood. It leaves the skin feeling deeply moisturised.  What's your favourite bath bomb?

A Closer Look: Lip Balm

Uh-oh I've got a bit of a lip balm addiction although some of them are multi-purpose balms... I actually didn't realise I had so many!

Willow Organic Beauty Luxury Lip Balm 5ml* - this is a real luxe lip balm and leaves the lips super soft.  See my review here.

bodhi Cacao Cocoon Lip Treatment Balm 15g - love this super moisturising balm.  See my review here.

de Mamiel Rosey Lip Balm 10ml - I received this from hubby at my birthday after dropping several hints! Absolutely love it. It deeply moisturises the lips leaving them scented with roses. Gorgeous!  This one's constantly in my make up bag.

Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Balm 15g - a rich balm for the lips which is a cult product (and a love/hate one too) I tend to use it in the evening just before bed. It can also be used on dry skin areas and cuticles.

Dr Organic Rose Otto Lip Balm Serum 10ml - a gorgeous serum which smells like raspberry ripple ice cream! See my review here.

Bee Fruitful Mandarin Lip Balm 5ml* - a lovely fruity balm.  See my thoughts here.

Sweet Cecily's Mojito Flavour Lip Balm 10ml - flavoured with lime and mint just like a Mojito. I love the cute tin it comes in. See my review here.

balance Me Shine on Tinted Lip Salve 5g - this was a magazine freebie and I love it! (I picked up a couple). Gives lips a lightly tinted glossy look. It features in my balance Me favourites here.

Sprout (now SW Basics) Peppermint Lip Balm .15oz - a Vegan lip balm which is made of four ingredients. Deeply moisturising and smells good enough to eat.  See my review here.

BRIXI Bee Balm - a gorgeous beeswax balm that can be used on the lips and also other dry areas of the skin.  See my review here.

Mary Elizabeth Spearmint & Tea Tree Nurture Balm 15ml* - one of my favourite multi-use products of last year.  See my review here.

Melvita Apicosma Repairing Lip Balm 10ml - a lovely repairing lip balm which deeply moisturises. See my thoughts here.

Chain Bridge Honey Farm Tangerine Lip Balm 12g - Ana from Ana Goes Green very kindly sent me this with a little note after Bess our dog died. It cheered me up and lifted my spirits - thanks Ana.  100% natural and super moisturising - smells good too!

eos Summer Fruits Lip Balm 7g - a really fruity balm which is 95% organic and is Petroleum and paraben free. Leave lips moisturised and soft.

Molly Rose Pickles & Ice Cream Lip Balm .15oz* - I received this in February's Vegan Cuts Beauty Box. The most unusual flavoured lip balm I've ever tried! Leaves the lips smooth and moisturised.

Trilogy Everything Balm 5ml - a multi-purpose balm. See my thoughts here.

REN Vita Mineral Lip Balm 15ml* - a rich balm which leaves the lips moisturised and glossy.  See my review here.

Fresh Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment SPF15 2.2g - in Rose, Honey, Passion, Berry and Coral.  See my review here.

Burt's Bees Rose Tinted Lip Balm 4.25g - a nourishing lip balm with a rose tint. A really pretty shade.

Estelle & Thild Raspberry Lip Balm - this lovely balm came in the very first Selfridges Beauty Box and what a box it was! A clear glossy balm flavoured with raspberry.

Simply Bee Lip Balm 10ml* - soothes the lips leaving them moisturised and soft. Smells of peppermint.  See my review here.

Korres Mandarin Lip Butter Stick SPF15 - this has a reddish/pink tint. Feels lovely on the lips.  I received this from Julie in our Birthday Swap.

Napiers Alkanet & Organic Elderflower Red Lip Tint 15g - leaves the lips with a glossy red tint.  See my mini review here.

Kallisto Creams Cocoa & Orange Lip Balm - a super yummy moisturising lip balm which I received in a swap box.  Check it out here.

Rodial Glam Balm Lip 2.5g - a turkish delight rose scented balm which keeps lips soft and nourished.

The Organic Pharmacy Rose Balm 10ml - a rose scented multi-purpose balm which is packed full of good things for the skin.  Great for moisturising on the go.

Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Moisturizing Stick 4g - deeply moisturises the lips. Smells great too and good for the handbag or pocket.

Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip & Cheek Stain - moisturises and tints the lips with a stain ranging from pale pink to red depending on your mood. One of my all time favourite products.

Ooops I forgot a few..

Lanolips 101 Ointment 15g - not used this for a while! See my review here.

Lush It Started with a Kiss Lip Tint 8g & Aromatherapy Associates Hydrating Lip Balm 7ml - I received both of these from Julie in our Birthday Swap and I've not tried them yet!

Have you used any of these?  What's your favourite Lip Balm? 

*PR samples

A Birthday Swap

My friend Julie and I do a birthday swap - this is our second year exchanging gifts. We met recently for a look at the shops, lunch with some wine and to exchange pressies! I was blown away by her generosity. I love everything!

It was only after I'd put everything away I realised the benefit kit was upside down in my photo!  

I'd totally fallen in love with this beautiful teacup and saucer when it appeared in Aurelia's Christmas Gift sets.  Julie tracked it down to Bombay Duck.  It makes a very special girly cup of tea.

Onto the goodies oh where do I start! 

Lush Rose Bubble Bar - I love all things rose and Lush so looking forward to having a couple of soaks in the bath.  This is super cute.

Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Souffle Body Creme 25g - this is beautiful! Sweet, super moisturising and a real treat!  It featured in my Little Treats #2 this week.

Stila Seeing Stars Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner Set - I'm a huge fan of the shade Moray so it was great to get some different shades to try. Once you put this eyeliner on it just stays put!

benefit She's so Jetset - a perfect set for travel. Looking forward to trying it out. It has everything you need.

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion - I think I actually squealed - I've wanted to try this primer for ages!

Simply Soap Rosepetal & Geranium Soap - huge fan of bars of soap and rose and geranium scents so know I'm going to love this!

Aromatherapy Associates Rose Hydrate Mist 50ml & Moisturising Lip Balm 7ml - this was a pressie from Ralphie (Julie's dog) as I sometimes send him dog treats.  

Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment x 2 sachets - I wasn't a huge fan of one of the other Glamglow masks so looking forward to trying!

Glamglow Mud Eye Treatment - I've tried one of the eye masks and I love it.

Aromatherapy Associates Rose Body Wash 40ml - gorgeous! huge fan of rose scented products.

Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength Bath & Shower Oil 7.5ml - my favourite AA bath oil.

Manuka Doctor Introductory Kit - Repairing Skin Cream 25ml, Rejuvenating Face Mask 25ml (already a fan of this one) and Restoring Night Cream 25ml - looking forward to trying and reviewing.

A fab colouring book and felt pens!

Lush it started with a kiss tinted balm - handy for the handbag. Give a tint to the lips.

Korres Mandarin Lip Butter Stick SPF15 - huge Korres and lip balm fan.

Ojon Rare Blends Infusion Shampoo 30ml & Rare Blends Deep Conditioner 30ml - simply love these!  They featured in shopping my stash this week - see here.

Ojon Volume Shampoo 60ml - not tried much Ojon so sure to like this.

Ojon Rare Blend Oil 6ml, Restorative Hair Treatment Plus 8ml & Restorative Hair Treatment 8ml - looking forward to trying all of these.

Also some samples, lots of chocolate and a variety of tea.

Looking forward to trying everything out. Reviews will follow. Thanks again Julie. Love everything.

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?

September Empties

I think this is the smallest amount of products I've ever used up this month. 

Live Native Samples - Essential Earth Exfoliating Lemongrass Cleanser (5ml), Essential Beauty Serum (2ml) and Essential Woman Frangipani Fresh Moisturiser (5ml) - these were simply lovely to use and I definitely want to try some more items from the range.  You can see my review here. I'll buy the Essential Beauty Serum again.

Kerastase Lait Vital 200ml - one of my favourite conditioners.  See my review here. I'll buy this again at some point.

Nuxe 24-hr Moisturising Body Lotion 15ml x 2- this is lovely, got a couple more samples to use. Sure to pick up full size at some point.

Aurelia Priobiotic Skincare Miracle Cleanser sample* - I was sent this to review - see here. Loved this. Will definitely buy when my stash goes down a bit.

Burt's Bees Milk & Shea Butter Body Wash 29.5ml - wasn't a fan of this. Didn't like the scent and found the wash too runny.

Korres Guava Shower Gel 50ml - one of my favourite Korres scents.  Sure to buy it again.  See my review here.

Benefit That Gal Brightening Face Primer 7.5ml - this was a Glamour mag freebie. Enjoyed using it and would maybe buy full size.

Lavera Organic Wild Rose Bath Salts sachet - these are a favourite of mine and I received these ones from Alice in the all things nice swap.  Sure to pick these up again and soon.

REN Rosa Centifolia Cleansing Gel 15ml - loved this gentle gel cleanser which smells of rose and would consider purchasing.

Melvita Orange Blossom Floral Water 28ml - this came in the BBB Edit box. Nice enough to use but wouldn't re-purchase.

Nuxe Micellar Cleansing Water 35ml - this was nice to use and easily removed make up. Got a couple more to use up but would consider purchasing.

Abahna Frangipani & Orange Blossom Body Lotion 50ml - my favourite Abahna scent. Sure to pick this up again. See my review here.

Pure Fiji Coconut Nourishing Exotic Oil sample size - simply adore this body oil and will buy it again and again!

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Dry Oil 10ml - love this multi-purpose oil. Will pick this up again in the future.

Lush Ocean Salt 120g - love this face scrub and sometimes use it on my body too due to the large scrubby flakes. Smells gorgeous too. Will pick this up again at some point.

Therapie Equilibrium Bath & Shower Essence 100ml - simply amazing bath oil. Great for de-stressing and soothing it helps to bring calm and balance back into your life.  One I'll definitely be picking up again and soon!  A small size of this is included in my giveaway.

Wellgreen Lewes Rose Body Butter 80g - one of my favourite body products. A rich butter lightly scented with rose which Amanda makes freshly when you order!  See my review here. Yesterday I purchased another pot.  Simply gorgeous.

Wellgreen Lewes Orange Blossom Body Butter - sample pot - this is lovely too with a light orange scent.  See my review here. Sure to pick this up again.

Have you used any of these products?

*PR sample

Shopping My Stash #12

This week these are the products I've been reaching for.

Myroo Starflower & Orange Blossom Skin Boost Facial Serum 12g - a lovely light serum which is easily absorbed.  See my review here.

Milla Maddern Body Cream 100ml - a rich cream with an uplifting scent.  See my review here.

Giorgio Armani Rouge d'Armani Lipstick in shade rose 506 - a pretty really wearable pink shade.  It has featured in favourites posts here and here.

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Lovesick - love this bright pop of colour.

Lush Ginger Solid Perfume Stick 12g - love this spicy scent.  I also loved the bath bombs in this scent but they discontinued them. Boo!  

Dr Organic Virgin Coconut Oil Hand & Nail Cream 100ml - I won this in a giveaway with lots of other goodies.  See my post here.  This is a lovely rich hand cream which smells divine and a review will follow.

Ginvera Green Tea Exfoliating Marvel Gel 10g - first time I used this it broke me out in spots! I tried again and my skin seems to like it.  Use it on my chin and forehead.  Review to follow.

Are you shopping your stash this week?  Have you used any of these products?

March Empties

I know I'm a wee bit early with my empties but I know I won't finish anything else before the end of the month.

Abahna Frangipani & Orange Blossom EDT - 15ml refillable atomizer - my favourite Abahna scent. I'll definitely pick up the super value refill.

Oh Organics Rose Moisturiser Sample - I was sent items in the Rose and Melissa range to review.  See the website here.  This is a lovely moisturiser and a full review will follow.

Aromatherapy Associates Destress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil 3ml - I don't think there is an Aromatherapy Associates bath oil I don't love. 

Elemis Tranquil Touch Body Polish 150ml - love this.  It's got just the right amount of gritty-ness.  Would buy again.  I reviewed it here.

Crabtree & Evelyn Tarocco Orange Bath & Shower Gel 50ml - absolutely loved the body lotion (and would buy again) but I didn't like the shower gel as much. So wouldn't re-purchase.

Neom Complete Bliss Moroccan Blush Rose Organic Hand Wash 250ml - absolutely loved this multi-tasking hand wash (can also be used as a body wash) but my pump action bottle started not working after a while which made this not fun to use but it wouldn't put me off buying it again as it is a lovely non-drying hand wash which smells amazing! And is my favourite Neom scent.  See my review here.

bareMinerals Tinted Mineral Veil 15g - loved this.  This came in a gift set. Would buy again.

Lush Dream Cream sample - this was a very generous sample and my skin loved it.  Will definitely buy at some point.

L'Occitane Dry Skin Hand Cream 10ml - one of my favourite hand creams - I always have one of these on the go.  Especially love when magazines offer them as free gifts - I snap them up!

Korres Guava Little Shower Gel 50ml - this came in my final Birchbox recently. Simply loved it.  You can see my review here.

Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel 15ml - simply love this little mask.  Always seem to have one in my stash because it works!  See my review here.

Aromatherapy Associates Lavender & Peppermint Bath & Shower Oil 3ml - again, not found an Aromatherapy Associates Bath Oil I don't love.  

Neom Tranquility Bath & Shower Oil 30ml - a gorgeous bath oil and one I'd buy again.

Goldwell 60sec Treatment 50ml - this came in a Feel Unique box ages ago.  Quite a nice product but probably wouldn't buy.


Aromatherapy Associates Overnight Repair Mask 5ml - simply a fab product.   Awakens your skin leaving it looking radiant and renewed. Would buy full size.

111 Skin Facelift Repair Serum & Day Cream both 2ml - lovely but hard to tell from a 2ml sample whether it suits or not.

Clarins Eau Resourcante Bath & Shower Milk 50ml - lovely product received in a gift set at Christmas.  Really moisturising and the scent lasts even without using the matching body lotion. Would maybe purchase full size. 

Essential Care Creamy Coconut Cleanser 30ml - I received this in November's Amarya box. I expected it to be coconut scented. It wasn't but I still loved it.  You can see my review here.  There has not been an Essential Care product I've tried that I've not loved.

Balance Me Pure Skin Face Wash 50ml - I picked up a few of these when they came free with a magazine a while back.  Really lovely face wash - one of my favourite foaming cleansers and it smells so good.  Will buy when I use up my stash of minis.

Cowshed Cow Pat Moisturising Hand Cream 50ml - again this was a freebie hand cream.  Loved the scent of this one and received this and another one recently with my Easy Living magazine subscription.  I can never have enough hand creams (or lip balms!)

Gielly Green Repair Shampoo 50ml - a natural shampoo which smells really lovely and is safe for coloured hair.  You can see my review here.  I'm pretty sure I'll buy this again.

Neom Complete Bliss Organic Hand Cream 50ml - probably my most favourite hand cream in the world! Will definitely re-purchase at some point once I use up the stash I have.  You can see my review here. (I lost the lid of this so it became my bedside hand cream - I'm going to miss it...)

Undergreen White 1ml sample vial - this came in December's Amarya box.  Simply loved it.  Probably won't buy as it costs £120 for 100ml.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 100ml - so sad to have finished this! Absolutely loved this hydrating rose scented toning mist.  You can see my review here.  I'll definitely re-purchase this when the spending ban is over.  Love it.

Have you used any of these products?  What have you been using up this month?