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Showing posts with label Pai. Show all posts

Saturday, 24 April 2021

Naturisimo: Glow Starter Kit

As you'll know I'm pretty obsessed by Naturisimo's Starter Kits having reviewed their Moisturisers one HERE and Night Care Starter Kit HERE. I was buying a late birthday gift for a friend who's birthday is in April like me (we're hoping to catch up soon!) and so, I had to pick something for me too - I chose the Glow Starter Kit £17 (worth £32). 

You also get 10% off a product in the kit if you find there's something there you can't live without. Naturisimo also slipped in a free sample sachet of Susanne Kaufmann's Body Butter, which of course I now need full size!

The kit comes in a branded re-usable Naturisimo cotton bag and inside the GLOW Starter Kit is:

3 x 1ml sachets Josh Rosebrook Herbal Infusion Oil 

3 x 1ml sachets Tata Harper Elixir Vitae Eye Serum

Odacite Vital Glow Wild Carrot Serum Concentrate 0.6ml

Pai Light Work Rosehip Cleansing Oil 10ml 

Leahlani Skincare Meli Glow Illuminating Nectar Mask 7ml

Caudalie Vinoperfect Dark Spot Correcting Moisturiser 15ml

Pick your kit up HERE.

Thursday, 5 July 2018

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?

Tuesday, 25 April 2017

April Empties

Here's what I've been using up this month (I think this is the smallest amount of empties ever!) I'm not going to use up any more so here goes..


Evolve Organic Beauty Citrus Blend Aromatic Wash 60ml - I loved this uplifting wash in my morning shower. Would buy full size.

Make Skincare Hands Replenish Pink Grapefruit Cream 15ml* - a beautiful hand cream which I just loved. See my review HERE. Full size is firmly on the to-buy list.

Evolve Organic Beauty African Wash sample size - Again, this was gorgeous and I'd buy full size. I love when you order directly from Evolve you can chose 3 sample sizes with each order.

Daisy & Mallow Nourishing Winter Body Oil 50ml - lovely to use and I'd buy again next winter - it's currently still on sale though. It has a base of sesame, coconut and rosehip and is scented with Grandiflorium jasmine, cardamon, clove bud, vanilla and sandalwood. I've now got my eye on the oil for Spring.

Optiat The Hungover Coffee Scrub Potent Peppermint 90g - I loved this uplifting and awakening scrub which had an intense coffee/mint scent. Perfect scrubbiness and have since bought another. See my review HERE.

Carina Organics Pink Grapefruit Hand Soap 360ml* - this was a great hand soap which smells of zesty pink grapefruit. See my review HERE. Will definitely buy at some point.

Resultime Hydrating Cream 15ml - I've really enjoyed this cream, so much so that I picked up another one recently. It has a fresh scent, absorbs quickly and leaves the skin feeling deeply nourished. Huge fan.


Sachet samples (I'm trying to use these more often along with perfume vials):

pai Head to Toe Buriti Balm 2ml - this seemed nice but it was such a teeny sample so only got one use.

AA Skincare Ylang Ylang, Argan & Rosemary Conditioning Shampoo 8ml - nice to use. Got two uses out of these sachets. AA Skincare Amla & Clary Sage Rejuvenating Shampoo 8ml, again nice to use. This one was my favourite. I recently reviewed the matching conditioners (link).

Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Face Serum 2ml - this seemed nice enough but again, quite small sachet.

Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream 2ml - a nice cream which absorbed quickly but I probably wouldn't buy.

Chantecaille BioLifting Neck Cream 2ml - I absolutely loved this. The gel textured cream absorbed instantly and it felt like an expensive product (on looking full size costs £152!) Nice to try but way out of my price range (I did however get 3 uses from the sachet).

Aesop Chamomile Concentrate Anti-Blemish Masque 1.5ml - this was great on my shiny t-zone. Would buy full size.

What have you been using up this month?

*complimentary

Sunday, 26 February 2017

Naturisimo Discovery Boxes

Just recently Naturisimo have had some fab Discovery Boxes. I've managed to pick up all three! Unfortunately, they have all now sold out! Sign up to the newsletter to be one of the first to hear about these try-me boxes.

First up, is their Clean Fragrance Try Me Box which cost £12 and was worth £32. It's absolutely jam packed with perfume samples:



Inside is:

Bamford Splash One Evening 10ml
Acorelle Fragrance sachets 5 x 1.5ml (Energising Tea Garden, Balancing Silky Rose, White Orchid, Intense Cherry and Soothing Neroli)
Honore des Pres Vamp a NY 2ml
Honore des Pres Love Coconut 2ml
Tazeka Tension Tonic 2ml

The second try me set was by Weleda and cost a bargainous £6.95. Inside the cute little make up bag are 4 trial sizes:


Inside is:

Skin Food 10ml
Pomegranate Regenerating Body Oil 10ml
Lavender Creamy Body Wash 20ml
Sea Buckthorn Replenishing Body Lotion 20ml

The final box I've picked up recently was the fabulous Vegan Beauty Discovery Box which cost £13.95 and was worth £68. It's absolutely jam packed:



Inside is:

Barefoot SOS Repair & Renew Daily Replenishing Cream 30ml


Madara Time Miracle Total Renew Night Cream 20ml


Evolve Lip Treat 5ml
Skin & Tonic Calm Balm 5g
Pink's Boutique Hydrating Deep Cleansing Melt 5g


Kiki Health Organic Pea Protein Powder 5g
Green People Age Defy SPF15 DD Tinted Moisturiser - Ivory 2ml
pai Head to Toe Buriti Balm 2ml
The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Powder 5g



The final item is a gorgeous Inika Vegan Full Sized Lipstick in Flushed, a pretty pink shade.


Did you manage to pick up any of the recent discovery boxes? Still available is their New You Health Kit which costs £29.95 (13 items - worth £60) which you can pick up here.

Sunday, 24 April 2016

Naturisimo Brilliant Body Discovery Set

Launching today is Naturisimo's Brilliant Body Discovery Set (£12.95 and worth £37)* and is jam packed with 9 natural body care products. Inside the reusable black gift box is:


Hydrea Gentle Exfoliating Mitt (full size) which exfoliates, cleanses, regenerates and massages the face and body. It's woven from natural bamboo fibre and leaves the skin glowing and healthy. It's fab!

Balance Me Rose Otto Body Cream 30ml I've used this gorgeous rose scented cream before and it's just a delight. Deeply nourishing it leaves the skin feeling cared for and smelling of roses - what's not to love!

Lola's Apothecary Sweet Lullaby Bath & Shower Oil 10ml which smells simply mouthwatering. A delicious blend of Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli and Vanilla. Use this oil in the bath or shower. This is a beautiful introduction to the range.

Green & Spring Relaxing Shower & Bath Foam 50ml I've used this before and it is lovely. See my review HERE.

Dr Bronner's All-in-One Hemp Rose Pure Castille Soap (sample size) huge fan of Dr Bronner's and this will be going in my travel bag.

This Works perfect legs skin miracle 10ml a tinted leg serum which takes the edge of pale legs, evens skin tone and helps to heal bruises.

Inlight Foot & Leg Balm 5ml which revives and helps to smooth rough skin. I've not tried anything from this brand before. It has a really beautiful scent and texture and I'm looking forward to trying it.

Finally, perfect try me size or for holidays - pai Comfrey & Calendula Calming Body Cream 10ml sachet which hydrates and cares for the skin and Jurlique Rose Hand Cream 2ml a best-seller which is rich and protective.

What do you think of the latest Discovery Box? Do you think you'll buy one?

*PR sample

Tuesday, 16 June 2015

Take 5: Skincare

These five products are the ones I'm reaching for right now.


Skin & Tonic STEAM CLEAN - I simply love this minty scented balm which whisks away daily grime and make up leaving the skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Bodhi & Birch Rosa Rosa Hydrating Toner* - one of my favourite toners. Easy to spritz on for a shot of hydration and to refresh the skin before moisturising. See my review here.

de Mamiel Summer Facial Oil - I fell in love with the Spring Seasonal Facial Oil - see my review here. The summer one is equally as special - expect a review soon!

Josh Rosebrook Oculus Formula* - quite probably the best eye treatment I've ever used. See my review here.

Pai Copaiba Deep Cleansing AHA Mask* - a gentle yet deeply cleansing mask and one of my current favourite treats. See my review here.

What products do you currently find yourself reaching for time and again?

*PR samples

Wednesday, 27 May 2015

Pai Copaiba Deep Cleanse AHA Mask

I've been testing Pai's Copaiba Deep Cleanse AHA Mask (75ml - £30)* which comes boxed and includes a muslin cloth for the last few weeks and I can honestly say it's one of the best masks I've ever used.


100% natural and Vegan the mask is free from parabens, PEG, phthalates, perfumes and synthetic colours and is made in the UK.  There is no animal testing and the product is cruelty free. Packaging is recyclable and products are Soil Association certified.

"internationally adored line of luxury skincare products" says The Observer. 
I agree!

To use: apply to clean dry skin avoiding eye/lip area 1-2 times a week or as an occasional pick me up.  Leave on for 8-10 minutes and remove with a damp warmed muslin cloth and finish by splashing the skin with cool water.

The mask is suitable for oily, combination and blemish prone skin types and combines fruit acids with anti-blemish actives for a deep cleansing but gentle detox.  It clears the skin of congestion, refining pores, rebalances, calms and brightens and has a delicious fruity scent. It is a real treat for the skin and I highly recommend it.

*PR sample

Saturday, 28 February 2015

February Empties



Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 100g - a staple for me. I need these in my life! I buy these again and again as they just work.

Yours Truly Organics Balancing Toner 150ml* - I loved this and would buy. See my review here.

TEWC Virgin Coconut & Lime Body Butter sample - I'm a huge fan of this body butter and I'd buy it again.  See my review here.

White & Elm Chamomile Balancing Facial Toner 30ml - this was a delight to use and I'll definitely buy again. See my review here.

Bodhi & Birch Siam Ginger Vitalising Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml - one of my favourites from Bodhi & Birch. See my review here. I've got a mini still to use but it's one I'd buy again.

Blue Labelle Ylang Ylang and Frankincense Body Oil 100ml - this is a staple for me now! I've already got another one in my stash. See my review here.

Bodhi Mint The Refreshing Bath & Shower Therapy 250ml - this is my favourite Bodhi & Birch Shower Gel. Will definitely buy again.



Giovanni Smooth as Silk Deep Moisture Shampoo 60ml - this was nice to use and I'd buy again.

Lyonsleaf Calendula Cream 15ml - I loved this for dry rough patches of skin. Sure to buy full size soon.

Jimmy Choo EDP 50ml - I've not finished a bottle of perfume for ages! I really like this fruity sweet floral. Sure to buy again. This is my 3rd bottle of this scent.

Shropshire Lavender Bath & Shower Gel 30ml - this was nice to use with a gentle lavender scent. Would buy again.

Dr Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Eucalyptus Pure Castile Soap 237ml - I wasn't blown away with the scent of this so wouldn't buy again. Love the Peppermint version.



Kneipp Sweet Dreams Herbal Bath Valerian & Hops 20ml* - loved the effects of this bath oil. Great to use before bed for a restful night's sleep. Didn't love the scent of it but would buy. Kneipp Pure Bliss Herbal Bath Red Poppy & Hemp 20ml* - this was gorgeous! Would buy full size and Kneipp Balancing Lavender Herbal Bath 20ml* - again lovely to use before bed. Super impressed with all of these.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - a staple. Have already bought again.

John Masters Organics Rosemary & Peppermint Detangler 60ml - I loved this. It left my hair super shiny and nourished. Will buy again.



pai Geranium & Thistle Balancing Day Cream 15ml - this came in a weekender travel kit which I'd buy again.

Blue Labelle Hand Oil 10ml - this was lovely. See my review here. Would buy again.

Rachel's Plan Bee Body Oil 112ml - I just loved this body oil. See my review here. Will buy again.

Dr Organic Rose Otto Bath Oil 100ml - this is a great dupe for REN's Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil at a fraction of the price and just as nice. Sure to buy again.

S W Basics Cleanser trial size - this was nice to use and have another in my stash. Would maybe buy again.



SAMPLES - Melvita Bio-Excellence Youthful Serum 2ml* - this serum was a bit runnier than I expected. Absorbed quickly and smelt really nice. Would maybe buy full size.

Cowshed Perfecting Night Serum 2ml - this was nice to use and I got a few uses out the sachet. One to add to the wishlist I think.

What have you been using up this month?

*PR samples

Monday, 29 December 2014

December Empties

Here's what I've been using up in December:





de Mamiel Botaniques Salvation Body Oil 30ml - this came in the Net-a-Porter Holiday Kit Box and I loved it! See my mini review here. This is very firmly on the buy soon list (maybe after #NoBuyJanuary).

Josh Wood Silky Smooth Shampoo 50ml - this came in a trial size kit and was really nice to use. It also had a beautiful rose type scent.  Would buy again.

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml - simply love this. It is my favourite Organic Surge shower gel scent. I always have a back up.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - a staple for me. I buy this effective deodorant again and again.

Bodhi Ylang Ylang Incensa Sensual Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - one of my favourite bodhi & birch scents. Sure to buy again.

Bodhi & Birch Jasmine Falls Relaxing Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - again love this scent. Will buy again.

Bodhi & Birch Camomile Sky Calming Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - one of the new scents from Bodhi & Birch. I loved this. Sure to buy again.  See my review here.

Dr Bronner's Peppermint 18-in-1 Liquid Soap 237ml - my favourite Dr Bronner's scent. As soon as I'm getting low I re-purchase.

Susanne Kaufmann Shower/Shampoo 50ml - this came in the Net-a-Porter box. Was nice enough to use but wouldn't buy.

Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser 2ml sample - this is a best-seller and seemed quite nice. Would maybe purchase but quite a small sample to make a purchase decision.

Kypris Beauty Elixir I 1,000 Roses 3ml sample - I simply loved this.  See my mini review here. Would love full size but this is very expensive round about £144. A forever on the wishlist item I reckon!

Rosemira Organics Citrus Blossom i-restore eye cream sample* - this was a gorgeous eye cream and one I'd buy full size. A big enough sample to know it was right for me. See my review here.

Pai Camellia & Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser 25ml - huge fan of this gorgeous cleanser.  See my review here. Got another in my stash and would buy again.

earthbody Dream Body Oil 1 fl oz - this was lovely to use just before bed as it contains lavender. Would buy.

Neom Complete Bliss Body Wash 240ml - love this rose scented wash. Unfortunately unless I see another in TKMaxx I won't be able to use it again as this particular scent in body products has been discontinued. Shame!

Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Facial 5ml - loved this floral scented oil. Was pleased with how radiant and renewed it left my skin. Would buy full size.

What have you been using up this month?

*PR sample

Thursday, 27 November 2014

November Empties




Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Hand Wash 250ml* - this is a great hand wash in my favourite Organic Surge scent.  See my review here. I've already re-purchased.

Rosemira Organics See Me C Repair Serum sample vial* - this was simply lovely. See my thoughts here. Would happily use this again.

Rosemira Organics Divine Honey Rose Replenishing Cream sample pot* - I adored this deliciously scented hydrating cream.  Another one I'll pick up at some point. See my review here.

Neom Refresh Bath & Shower Oil 100ml - I received this as a present from hubby. Was lovely and would consider purchasing.  I don't think there has ever been a Neom product I've not loved.

Pai Rice Plant & Rosemary BioAffinity Skin Tonic 12ml - one of my favourite toners...ever.  See my review here. I'll definitely buy again.

G Baldwin & Co Harmonising Bath Oil 100ml - this was lovely and really reasonably priced. Sure to pick up again.  See my mini review here.

Rare El'ements Pure Shampoo 7ml sachets x 2, 1 x 7ml sachet Essential Conditioner, 1 x 7ml sachet Lite Conditioner - these were one of the most luxurious natural haircare products I've ever used. Full sizes on the wishlist!




Yes to Carrots Nourishing Gentle Cleansing Wipes x 10 wipes - I try not to use wipes too often. These were great. I'd definitely re-purchase. They were very gentle and great for using after a night out.

Lina Hanson Global Body Serum 100ml - I simply loved this body serum which I'd buy again.  See my review here.

Inner Soul Organics Scandinavian Angelica Refresh Bath & Shower Oil 30ml* - I loved this smokey scented product.  See my review here. I think it would also be the perfect scent for a reed diffuser!

EVOLVh Ultrashine Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner both 75ml* - I really liked these. They left the hair shiny and manageable. Would buy full size.

Bodhi Neroli Luce Face Oil mini - love this face oil.  Will buy again in Springtime.

Aurelia Cell Repair Night Oil sample - this was really lovely and one I'd buy.

Therapie Cherish Skin Repair Serum 30ml - a super luxe body serum which I'll definitely re-purchase at some point. This is my second mini size.

Maddi Alexander Rose Bath Oil 30ml - this came in the YOU Beauty Limited Edition box. I loved it and would buy again.

Grown Alchemist Body Cleanser Chamomile, Bergamot & Rosewood 50ml - this was nice to use but probably wouldn't buy as I didn't love it.

Bodhi & Birch Lime Blossom Protecting Hand Serum 30ml* - so sad to finish this but...another bottle is now in my possession! I think I'll always have this amazing product in my stash!  See my review here.

Eminence Sweet Red Rose Cleanser 15ml - I really enjoyed using this cleanser and I'd maybe re-purchase.  See my review here.

Grown Alchemist Mandarin & Rosemary Leaf Body Cream 30ml - I loved this easily absorbing cream and would buy.  See my review here.

Mel Millis Organic Phytonutri Neroli & Baobab Re-Energising Face Oil 10ml - a gorgeous face oil.  See my review here.

RMS "un" powder 9g - simply love this light setting powder which absorbs oil leaving the skin perfectly matt. Already on my second pot and know I'll buy again and again.  This pot lasted just about 8 months making it excellent value for money. Would recommend.

What have you been using up this month?

*PR samples

Tuesday, 30 September 2014

Travelling Light

I'm just back from an amazing trip to London (a post about what I got up to will follow). Here's the beauty products I took with me & the hotel ones that I acquired! 



The Cowshed sachets came from July's Love Lula box and were lovely to use. I've definitely got some favourites - I'll be picking up Grumpy Cow Uplifting Bath & Shower Gel and Wild Cow Invigorating Body Lotion at some point.

I also packed the pai travel kit - see my review here. I'm a huge fan of all three products and I enjoyed using them.

I love the John Masters Organics sachets which you can pick up at a low cost from Naturisimo or free with order from Love Lula (subject to availability).  I also packed a Lavera rose repair shampoo sachet - I'm keen to try this full size. I also popped in JMO citrus & neroli detangler and a sachet of Argan Dew's Replenising Hair Mask.  My final hair item was John Frieda's Flyaway Tamer Smoothing Wand which is fantastic for these pesky flyaway hairs.

Scent wise my beloved kai perfume oil and a sample vial of Jimmy Choo came with me and I couldn't travel without the very fab Schmidt's natural deodorant* - See my review here.

I can't go anywhere without a lip balm. I've been testing Portland Bee Balm* in Oregon Mint flavour which is super moisturising on the lips - a review to follow shortly!

I packed a couple of eye care samples - Oskia's Eye Wonder eye serum and Kahina's Eye Serum. I only used the Oskia one.

Nourish's Illuminating Golden Glow Face Shimmer is one of my most favourite products ever! See my review here. I also tucked in a sachet of Madara's fab Moon Flower Rose Beige Tinting Fluid.

Make up wise my liquids (we only took hand luggage) were Dermalogica primer, Better than Sex mascara, 3 x Bite Beauty Glosses, BareMinerals Bareskin Foundation and Armani concealer.

I always pack Aromatherapy Associates Support Breathe Essence* which is great for destressing and calming - see my review here.  

At St James' Court Hotel the plentiful toiletries were by a company I haven't heard of before - Plantation London in Darjeeling scent - an aromatic scent with lemongrass, lemon, nutmeg and tea tree. The products are free from parabens, sulphates and artificial colours.  


When we nipped across town to watch the Dolphins v Raiders at Wembley we stayed at the Hilton London Wembley.  The toiletries provided were by Peter Thomas Roth, a brand I've heard of before but haven't tried.


I think in the end I took too much. Are you able to travel light when it comes to beauty products?

*PR samples

Thursday, 11 September 2014

Love Lula Beauty Box - September

September's Love Lula Beauty Box is fantastic! It celebrates Organic Beauty Week (8-14 September) and is packed full of goodies! Seven full size and sample sizes - we've been spoiled this month!  As always Love Lula offer a generous 20% off the brands featured in the box.


Skin Blossom Facial Toner 150ml (£5.95) - Skin Blossom is an affordable Certified Organic Skincare range. The toner is suitable for all skin types it conditions and purifies the skin. Witch Hazel tightens pores and Aloe Vera and Glycerin soothe and condition. Scented with Rose Geranium, Ylang Ylang and Lavender essential oils. Looking forward to trying this.

Odylique Lip Silk 4.5g (£5.50) - a deeply nourishing lip balm made with beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil and orange essential oil to moisturise, repair and protect. Can be worn alone or under lipstick.

Bentley Organic Moisturising Hand Sanitiser 50ml (£3.65) - I've use their bar soaps before which I enjoyed.  The Hand Sanitiser is alcohol, paraben and fragrance free and there are up to 125 uses in this bottle!  This little bottle is going in my desk drawer.

Balm Balm Little Miracle Rosehip Serum 30ml (£13.25) - a super luxe serum made from a blend of Rosehip, Jojoba and Borage Oils along with Frankincense, Rose Geranium, Palmarosa, Juniper and Mandarin Essential Oils. It smells gorgeous!  It "feeds your skin", absorbs easily leaving the skin radiant and rejuvenated. Can't wait to try this!

Herbfarmacy Mallow Beauty Balm 15g (£7.25) - I simply adore this facial balm! See my review here.  Really pleased to see this feature again in a Love Lula box.

Finally, there are two pai trial sizes - Kukui & Jojoba Bead Brightening Exfoliator - I've had a couple of samples of this gentle exfoliator which gently polishes the skin leaving the skin refreshed and radiant and Avocado & Jojoba Hydrating Day Cream for dry/sensitive/normal skin which hydrates, softens and protects.

My favourite box to date! What are your thoughts?

Sunday, 27 July 2014

Pai Anywhere Essentials Collection: Perfect Balance

I received an email from Pai featuring the new travel collections. With a short trip planned I knew this would be the perfect travelling companion (now I need to store it away out of sight!)

I chose the Perfect Balance collection for Combination, Oily and Blemish-Prone Sensitive Skin.


The set comes in a cute white branded bag which is the perfect size to slip in your suitcase for a weekend away or holiday abroad. Great to pop in your gym bag or as a try me set before buying full sizes.


Inside there is Camellia & Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser (25ml) with an Organic Muslin Cloth. I'm a huge fan of this cleanser.  See my review here. To tone, Rice Plant & Rosemary BioAffinity Skin Tonic (12ml) I simply love this toner - it's one of my all time favourites. See my review here and finally, to moisturise Geranium & Thistle Rebalancing Day Cream (10ml) a light and easily absorbed cream - see my review here.

The sets costs £20 and will last for a two week break.   Collections are also available in Instant CalmPure Hydration and Age Confidence.

I was also sent a couple of samples which I think is a nice extra.


What do you think of the Anywhere Essentials Collections?

Sunday, 25 August 2013

August Empties

I haven't used as much as usual this month! Here are my August empties -





LP Skin Therapy Overnight Replenish Cream 15ml - this came in a Latest in Beauty box and was really nice to use.  Would maybe purchase.

bodhi Jasmine Falls Relaxing Body Moisturiser 40ml - one of my favourite bodhi scents.  See my review here.


Therapie Boost Hair & Body Wash 250ml - have loved all of the Therapie products I've tried and I'll definitely buy this again. A great morning wake up call.  See my review here.


Kerastase Bain Satin 1 Shampoo 250ml - one of my favourite shampoos. See my review here. Will pick this up again.


Accorelle Day Cream 2ml - hard to tell if I liked it as it was such a small sample. Nice enough but probably wouldn't buy.


Nuxe Body Fondant Shower Gel 30ml - this was nice to use and left the skin clean and fresh. I've a few more of these to use up.






Bohemian Naturals Perfume Samples - see my review here. I'll maybe pick up Amber Rose which was my favourite.

Bamford Botanical Geranium Bath Oil 30ml - one of my favourite bath oils ever!  Have a few of these to use up that I got in swaps.

Abahna Frangipani & Orange Blossom Bath & Shower Gel 50ml - my favourite Abahna scent. Sure to buy this again at some point.

Caudalie Vinexpert Serum Eyes & Lips 1.5ml - nice to use and I'd maybe purchase full size.

Creme de la Mer The Eyebalm Intense 3ml - gorgeous! Would love full size!


Aurelia Revitalise & Glow Serum sample* - an amazing product and one I'll definitely buy when I reduce my stash.  See my review here.


Gielly Green Repair Shampoo 50ml - one of my favourite shampoos. Will buy again at some point.

Gielly Green Classic Conditioner 50ml - nice to use but probably would buy the repair version.

Pai Rice Plant & Rosemary BioAffinty Toner 50ml - a gorgeous (if pricey) toner. See my mini review here.  I'd probably only purchase this again if it came in an offer.

Lucy Annabella Organics Argan & Bergamot Organic Treatment Oil 10ml - this came in my August Amarya box. Have since bought the full size.

Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser 30ml - nice to use I think this came from a Latest in Beauty box.  Got another to use - I'd maybe purchase.



Taaj Eau Micellaire de L'Himalaya Water 500ml - a huge bottle I bought from Joliebox.  I had a love/hate relationship with this one as sometimes it stung my eyes and other times it didn't. I've got a smaller bottle to use up but I wouldn't buy again.

Dr Bronner's Magic Soap 18-in-1 Castile Soap Almond 59ml - this was nice to use but Peppermint is my favourite scent so wouldn't buy this.

Korres Guava Body Butter 50ml - love this fruity scented body butter. Would buy again.

Oh! Organics Rose Moisturiser 60ml* - I really enjoyed using this.  See my review here.

What have you been using this month?

*PR samples