Travel Treats Selection

You can see my birthday swap from my friend Julie HERE. She gave me a box of Travel Treats which I'm showing you now in this post. It's jam-packed!

There's a load of travel size sachets which will be great for my next holiday. Including hair goodies from Kerastase, Ojon and rahua. Dr Bronner's peppermint pure castile soap is my product and scent of choice for cleaning my make up brushes. There is also a cute mirror, some Quintessentially English bath salts, Murad Oil Control Mattifier sachets and a Kiehl's Line Reducer concentrate sachet.

I was really pleased to receive Aromatherapy Associates Instant Inner Strength Roll on which helps in times of stress and their Inner Strength Bath Oil (my fav AA bath oil scent!). There is also a Deep Relax Balm which helps to relax and calm. I already love Jurlique's Rose Love Balm and Nuxe's Huile Prodigieuse.

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, Kiehl's Nashi Blossom & Grapefruit Body Cleanser (I've got the perfume of this scent - see my review of it HERE), Kiehl's Creme de Corps, Gardener's Hand Healer, Nuxe's Youth Radiance Revealing Cream and a Cowshed Lippy Cow Lip Balm.

balance me's latest Revitalising Hand & Body Wash, Hotel Chocolate's Ti Jardin Conditioning Body Butter (this smells lush), my favourite (and now discontinued) Neom Complete Bliss Hand Cream review HERE and my essential Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts review HERE.

Korres Citrus Shower Gel, Little Body Milk and a Calendula Softening Soap. 

Dior Addict Lip Colour in Rose Nuisette which is a pretty shimmery shade - ideal with a tan!

Thanks again Julie. Really love everything you picked for me!

May Empties

MVO Face Oil sample size* - simply loved this. See my review here.  Sure to place an order one of these days as every MVO product I've tried I've loved!

Caudalie Vinexpert Eye & Lip Serum 1.5ml - quite a small sample but lovely to use. Would maybe buy.

ESPA ProSerum 8ml* - a lovely light treatment oil.  See my review here. I've got another in my stash to use.

Marble & Milkweed Spring Tonic Serum vial - this came in the a beautiful world box. Was nice but teeny tiny sample so hard to tell if perfect for my skin or not.

Green & Spring Relaxing Shower & Bath Foam 50ml - this was really lovely to use. Huge fan of the G&S range.  See my review here.

Lucy Annabella Organic Argan & Bergamot Organic Treatment Oil 125ml - simply love this oil and sad that it's finished! I'll definitely buy again.  See my review here.

Dr Organic Rose Otto Body Wash 250ml - a gorgeous rose scented wash. I received this one as a gift but sure to buy again as the rose range is one of my favourites.

Aestelance Mud Mask 5ml - this was nice but a small sample. Did make my hair look and feel good.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - this is a staple for me. Love the scent and it's effectiveness. Will buy again.

Ojon Rare Blend Infusion Shampoo 30ml - I loved this shampoo. Sure to buy full size at some point.

Ojon Rare Blend Deep Conditioner 30ml - loved this. Again, sure to pick up full size at some point.

Ancienne Ambiance Rosa Bath Salts sample* - smells of roses and contains rose petals. I got two baths from this sample.  See my review here. Would purchase.

TEWC Lemon & Geranium Body Melt 6g - a rich butter which is easy to apply to the skin. I wouldn't buy this particular one again as the scent was too light for me.

TEWC Lavender & Sweet Orange Body Melt 6g - a perfect travel size. I loved the scent and full size is on my wishlist.

Inner-Soul Scandinavian Hand & Body Salve* - This was lovely, melted into the skin and smelled gorgeous. Would buy.  See my review here.

Neom Complete Bliss Bath & Shower Oil 5ml - one of my favourite Neom scents.  Huge fan of the brand.

Naked Rescue Repairing Hair Treatment 20ml sachet - love this! Helps make the hair look glossy and sleek. Sure to buy again.

Mendill Organic Wet Towelettes - Lavender, Orange*, Eucalyptus* and Tangerine* - huge fan of these wipes. See my reviews here and here. Sure to buy again as they are so handy.

John Masters Organics Honey & Hibiscus Hair Reconstructing Shampoo 10ml & Honey & Hibiscus Hair Reconstructor 10ml - love these and sure to pick up these samples again. I get two uses from each sachet making them great for weekends away.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 2 x 100g - simply love these salts.  See my review here. I've still got a packet in my stash but know I'll definitely buy again as they work.  If I could only use one bath product again - it would be these!

Naisture Collagen Mask Pack - a single use super moisturising sheet mask. Got a few of these in my stash. Lovely.

Forever Aloe-Jojoba Shampoo 4.5ml & Conditioning Rinse - made my hair feel clean, conditioned and shiny.  

Giovanni 2 Chic Ultra Sleek Shampoo & Conditioner both 7.4ml - a good sized sample giving two uses. These were really nice to use and I'd buy.

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Miracle Cleanser 5ml - this little sachet gave me four uses. A huge fan of this product and the brand. I've got a full size pot of this and I'd buy again.  See my review here.

Argan Dew Miraculous Argan Oil 3.5ml* - a fantastic oil which you use on damp hair before blow drying. Makes the hair smooth and healthy looking and smells gorgeous.

Bodhi Mint The Refreshing Bath & Shower Therapy 10ml sachet - my favourite shower gel.  Great size for travel.

Ancienne Ambiance Ambra Reed Diffuser* - this really brightened up my hallway. A beautiful scent. See my review here. I want to try the rose one next.  This one last 5 months making it great value for money.

*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.

Shopping My Stash #49

Here's what I've been reaching for this week:

Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment 10ml** - a product I always come back to as I love it! The oil has a distinctive lovely scent and is suitable for all hair types. It contains a blend of Macadamia Nut oil and Argan Seed Oil.  Apply just before blow drying your hair. It detangles, nourishes, helps with frizz, smoothes, adds shine and provides natural UV protection. 

Zelens 3t Complex Essential Anti-Ageing Cream 10ml - I received this in the recent Cult Beauty GWP - see here. The product is rich in multiple actives from plants, algaes and herbal oils and contains a unique plant derived triterpenoid regenerative complex called 3t complex. A lightweight cream which absorbs easily into the skin. It helps to minimise fine lines, smooth and plump the skin and it leaves the skin looking luminous. Can be used morning and night.  Another one for the ever expanding wishlist!  I'm definitely keen to try more from the brand.

Ojon Rare Blend Infusion Shampoo 30ml & Ojon Rare Blend Deep Conditioner 30ml - I received them from my friend Julie in my birthday swap and simply love them. They leave my hair looking glossy, shiny and frizz free.

inner-soul organics Circulation Boost Skin Oil 100ml* - I won this and a hamper of other goodies in The Beauty Shortlist's December Twitter competition - see my post here. This oil is perfect to get the body ready for summer. It helps with cellulite, deeply moisturises and helps to promote skin elasticity. It's got a great uplifting scent too.

Erno Laszlo Phelityl Pre-Cleansing Oil 15ml - another product I received in the Cult Beauty GWP. This is a slightly floral scented oil which is stuffed full of nourishing oils.  You only need a small amount applied to dry skin to remove make up and daily grime. It leaves the skin clean and refreshed. Erno Laszlo recommend using one of their Cleansing Bars suitable to your skin type after pre-cleansing. Cult Beauty stock a great little introductory Cleansing duo - see here.

Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner in Tetra - a shimmery purple shade. I'm a huge fan of the waterproof eyeliners as they stay put and come in a great range of shades.

Have you used any of these products?

*complimentary
**PR sample

Samples #8

My last samples update was at the beginning of February!  You can see the post here.

Here are my thoughts:

Tea Tree & Peppermint Intensive Treatment Foot Pack - 1 treatment - these are foot shaped and enriched with the treatment. Smelt nice and were cooling on the feet but not sure if they did much.

Lavera Balancing Face Mask 10ml - simply loved this mask which was scented with ginger, mango seed butter and calendula.  Got two uses out of the sachet and would buy again.

L'Oreal Everpure Shampoo & Conditioner both 10ml - enjoyed using both these.  Would perhaps buy full size.

Neal's Yard Wild Rose Beauty Balm 2g - this was gorgeous!  I used it as a cleanser but it can also be used as a intensive balm or exfoliant.  I got 5 uses out of this tiny sample.  Would definitely buy this.

Sisley Moisturiser with Cucumber 4ml - I wasn't wowed by this.  It was ok.  There are other Sisley moisturisers that I prefer.  

Beemy Honey Moisturising Cream 5ml - I just didn't like the scent or texture of this cream.

Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion 4ml - simply loved this and would purchase full size. A nice light lotion which absorbed quickly.

Elemental Herbology Cool & Clear Facial Cleanser 3ml - this seemed a nice cleanser but as it was such a small sachet it was hard to get more than one use from it.

Cotswold Collection Jasmine & Orange Blossom Hand Cream 5ml - I seem to have thrown this sachet out with my empties.  This was lovely, supermoisturising and smelt gorgeous.

Comfort Zone Tranquility Cream - this was lovely.  It was quite a rich cream with a delicate scent.

Dermalogica Skin Prep Scrub - a nice scrub. Love Dermalogica skincare.  I think I just prefer the daily microfoliant.

Trilogy Rosehip Oil Antioxidant+ 2.5ml - absolutely love this! My skin just lapped it up.  I have acquired a few of the mini bottles to keep me going.

REN Keep Young & Beautiful Serum 3ml - I just couldn't use this as I found the smell of it a bit off-putting.  A shame as I really rate REN products highly.

Evolve Protein Build Conditioner 7ml - this was nice with a light scent.  Would maybe buy full size.

Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment 8ml - definitely an acquired scent! I got a few uses out of the sachet.  Liked how soft and moisturised it left my hair feeling.  Would maybe buy.

Avon Advanced Techniques Moroccan Oil Leave in Treatment - I found this to be a bit heavy for my hair and I wasn't keen on the scent.

The samples I've chosen for week #9 are (and my sample stash is going down!)

Beauty Lab Micropolish Dermabrasion 1.5ml
Murad Rejuvenating Lift for Neck and Decollete 3.7ml
Elemis Pro-Intense Lift Effect 2ml
Belnatur Oxy-Nutrigen Regenerating Cream 
Eve Lom Morning Time Cleanser 5ml
Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Firm 5ml
Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 3ml
Belnatur hydro-nourishing Comfort Cream
Sarah Chapman Dynamic Defence 2ml 
Laboratories Luzern Pure Cleansing Gelee 2ml
Belnatur Balance Cream
Faith in Nature Pomegranate & Rooibos Shampoo & Conditioner (both 7ml)
Eve Lom Rescue Mask 15ml
Yonka Vital Defence Intense Hydration Cream 6ml

Have you used any of these products?

Samples #7

It's ages since I've done a samples post - you can see my last one here.

Erno Laszlo Hollywood Collection - Instant Eye Repair, Intensive Porcelain Veil, Velvet Night Cream, Refresh Moisture Infusion, Morning Beauty Rescue - I love these especially the eye cream and night cream.  Only one not so keen on is Morning Beauty Rescue as it's a bit sparkly.

Caudalie Vinosource Moisturising Mattifying Fluid - nice product but tiny sample - hard to tell if this suited my skin as I only got one use.

Philosophy Hope in a Jar, Eye Hope and Purity 3-in-1 Cleanser - I liked using the eye cream and the cleanser.  I didn't like the scent of the moisturiser.

Manuka Doctor Rejuvenating Face Mask - this was lovely smelt amazing and felt fab on the skin.  Would perhaps buy full size.

Avon Advanced Techniques Shampoo and Leave in Conditioner - these seemed quite good but I didn't like the scent of them so wouldn't buy.

Weleda Skin Food and Pomegranate Body Lotion - loved both of these especially the Pomegranate Body Lotion which I'll definitely buy at some point.  Loved the fruity scent and how it felt on my skin.

Vav Hand Cream - tiny sachet seemed a nice enough cream but hard to tell as it's such a small sachet.

I also used Liz Earle Superskin Concentrate sample vial - nice enough product but there are other face oils I prefer.

The Oh Lola! EDP sample came from my Perfume Samples challenge.  Love its light, fruity & floral scent - I'd definitely buy this perfume.

As you can see I'm still in sample overload!

These are the samples I've picked for #8:

Tea Tree & Peppermint Intensive Treatment Foot Pack - 1 treatment

Lavera Balancing Face Mask 10ml

L'Oreal Everpure Shampoo & Conditioner both 10ml

Neal's Yard Wild Rose Beauty Balm 2g

Sisley Moisturiser with Cucumber 4ml

Beemy Honey Moisturising Cream 5ml

Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion 4ml

Elemental Herbology Cool & Clear Facial Cleanser 3ml

Cotswold Collection Jasmine & Orange Blossom Hand Cream 5ml

Comfort Zone Tranquility Cream

Dermalogica Skin Prep Scrub

Trilogy Rosehip Oil Antioxidant+ 2.5ml

REN Keep Young & Beautiful Serum 3ml

Evolve Protein Build Conditioner 7ml

Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment 8ml

Avon Advanced Techniques Moroccan Oil Leave in Treatment

Have you used any of these products?