March Empties

*gifted/for review

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

I'm not sure what's happened this month but I've hardly used a thing! I'm not going to use anything else up so here are my March empties:

Clarins Fig Leaf Hand & Nail Cream 30ml - this was very moisturising and had a lovely fig type scent. I think it was limited edition so not sure if it's still available. Might or might not buy again.

*Dr Jackson's 07 Face Wash 1.5ml - which won best foaming cleanser at the recent Beauty Shortlist Awards was lovely to use and the perfect try-me size (I got two uses from this sachet). I loved this and would buy full size.

*Dr Jackson's 06 Body Gel - I loved this - it had a silky texture and a gorgeous scent. Would buy.  The final Dr Jackson's item in my empties was a 2ml sachet of their 01 Day Cream which I quite liked. Reviews of these and other Dr Jackson's products is forthcoming but I'm suitably impressed with the brand.

Evering Botanique Agrume Face Oil 15ml - I won this on an instagram competition - see HERE. I loved this citrus+neroli scented skin treat and would buy.

Penhaligons Quercus Bath & Shower Gel 50ml - the Quercus range was in our hotel bathroom last week (luxurious) and this unisex wash was lovely (I have used this scent before). I really enjoyed using it again and would buy full size (I also love Penhaligon's Bluebell range).

BYBI Beauty Babe Balm 30ml - this luxe balm is gorgeous. I have since cracked open a new one. See my review HERE.

My final March empty is **Alteya Organics Rose Oil Hand Cream 30ml - which is a deliciously rich and buttery hand cream scented with rose. It's a delight. See my review HERE. I've since opened a new one.

What have you been using up this month?

The Perfume Society: Love Scents Discovery Box

I picked up my The Perfume Society Love Scents Discovery Box yesterday.  I first mentioned it last week in my Spending Ban Update #4.

It is packed full of gorgeous scents (although I am missing one of them - Juliette Has A Gun Lady Vengence 2ml EDP - the little envelope it is presented in is empty boo - I have emailed to say it's missing). Edit: I was sent the missing scent and it's beautiful!

Tonight I tried Dear Rose, I love my Man (2ml EDP) and it's lovely! It has notes of Bulgarian Rose, Centifolia Rose, Cinnamon, Tonka Bean and Sandalwood and it's from a brand I've heard of but not tried before.  Created by a mother and daughter team there are five fragrances in the range. Love! Definitely want to explore the others! (this is from the floral fragrance family).

I've tried a couple of samples previously from 4160 Tuesdays so I'm looking forward to trying Sexiest Scent on the Planet Ever (IMHO) (4ml EDP) it has a top note of Bergamot, a heart of woods and ambergris with base notes of Vanilla and Musk. It's a decent size too for a few uses. (this is a Woody scent)

I've never heard of Cloud 9 Parfum - the one in the box is a 2ml EDP sample of Roads, a floral scent with notes of Chamomile, fresh Geranium, Jasmine, Amber, Musk and Sandalwood - it smells delicious and is light and fresh and unlike anything I've worn before.

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Velours 2ml EDP is again from the floral fragrance family. It has notes of Bergamot, Violet Leaves, Rose Absolute, Golden Honey, Iris, Woods and Benzoin. This is beautiful! It is fresh with a deep heart of rose with vanilla notes. Love!

Carven L'Eau de Toilette (2ml EDT) a fresh and fruity floral with woody and musky base notes. I thought I wouldn't like this one but I agree "it's Spring in a bottle". It has a real freshness and lightness to it.

Lalique L'Amour Lalique (2ml EDP) again a floral scent with notes of Bergamot, Rosebud, Neroli, Tuberose, Gardenia, Jasmine Petals, Cedar, Sandalwood and Musks.  This contains some notes I simply adore like Tuberose and Gardenia. 

L'Occitane En Provence Arlesienne (7.5ml EDT) another floral which has quite a sweet floral scent.  It has notes of Saffron, Mandarin Orange, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Sandalwood, Violet and Tonka Bean.

Salvadore Ferragamo Signorina Eleganza (1.5ml EDP) this is from the Chypre fragrance family. It has top notes of Pear flesh, Grapefruit flesh, almond powder, Osmanthus Absolute, White Leather accord and Patchouli heart. I kind of like this one! It reminds me of a perfume I already own.

Valentino Uomo (4ml EDT) this is a male gourmand scent so I'll give it to hubby. mmm it's rather nice! It has notes of Bergamot, Myrtle, Roast Coffee, Gianduja Cream, Cedar and Leather.

Juliette Has A Gun Lady Vengeance (2ml EDP) - It has notes of Bulgarian Rose, Vanilla and Patchouli (sounds right up my street!) It is! 

Penhaligon's Artemisia (1.5ml EDP) with notes of Nectarine, Green foliage, Green Apple, Lily of the Valley, Cyclamen, Jasmine Tea and Violet. This is my least favourite as I find it a bit old fashioned and powdery.

The extra this month is a dinky 10ml L'Occitane En Provence Rose et Reines Hand & Nail Cream which smells deeply of roses and nourishes and hydrates the hands.

Did you get one of these boxes?  What are your thoughts? I'm personally really pleased and am looking forward to trying the samples. Get your box here. I think this would make a great Valentines Day gift.

Brummells of London: Samples

Brummells of London offer a great sample service. You can choose up to five samples (varying costs although none are more than £2) and if you set up an account you can join their Exquisitely Loyal scheme.  

For every pound you spend on samples you will collect £1 worth of points to spend on your next order.  There is also a huge range of full size products available.

Samples I think are a fantastic way to try before you buy.  Here's what I chose:

Czech & Speake Rose Cologne 1ml - this has a true rosey scent. Bourbon rose with geranium, mimosa, ylang ylang and patchouli. Full size now on the wishlist!

Hotel Costes No.1 Bath Flakes 10g - I've wanted to try these like forever! The flakes give a gentle foam and are scented with the Hotel Costes signature scent.

Sachajuan Color Save Shampoo 5ml and Hair Repair 5ml - I've yet to try this brand and am always on the lookout for new hair care.

Penhaligon's Juniper Sling EDT 1.5ml - this scent is inspired by London Dry Gin so I knew I'd have to try it!

What do you think of the samples I chose?  Have you used any of these products before?