Petit Vour Spring Luxury Limited Edition

I picked up my Petit Vour Spring Luxury Limited Edition Collection from the Post Office on Saturday morning. The box cost $55 with shipping at $14.99 (£48.44). Unfortunately I had to pay a Customs charge of £15.49 boo! The contents value is approximately £81.25.

So what's inside?

PRTTY PEAUSHUN Skin Tight Body Lotion 3oz (worth $24 - approx £16) - it gives the skin a radiant glow and conceals imperfections. It lifts, firms and tightens and can help diminish the look of cellulite.

RED APPLE LIPSTICK The Lash Project (full size mascara $37 - approx £24) - a gluten-free mascara which strengthens, conditions and nourishes the lashes.

SHAMANUTI Activated Charcoal Cleanser 1oz ($10 - £6.60) - this cleanser contains activated charcoal which helps neutralize acidity, absorb impurities and gently exfoliate the skin. I'm looking forward to testing this out.

STUDIO 78 Liquid Lipstick ($32 - approx £21) - you got to chose your shade! I chose Rose Wedding which is slightly brighter than I was expecting but looking forward to wearing it. It feels great on and is long lasting.

TABITHA JAMES KRAAN Golden Citrus Hair Organic Cleanser & 4 in 1 Conditioner 1 oz each ($20 - approx £13) - I'm always on the lookout for new haircare so looking forward to trying these.

See my review of their F/W 14 box HERE.

I must admit I'm looking forward to trying everything out but am a bit disappointed at having to pay Customs (and I feel a bit silly as I realised afterwards I could have picked up quite a few of the bits here! Whoops you live and learn I guess).

My Daughter Fragrances: Joyful Spritzer

This My Daughter fragrance (10ml) - Joyful came in the Petit Vour: Emily Nolan Ltd Ed F/W 14 kit (please note: Petit Vour can now no longer ship perfumes and nail polishes to the UK).

I simply loved everything that came in this little set.  The fragrance spritzer is worth $25 approx £15. I also loved the spotty organza bag it came in too!

Founder, Janey Ganson created this gorgeous scent as a love letter to her daughter of Orange Flower, Lime Blossom, Rose, Jasmine and Sandalwood. It is fresh and floral and really easy to wear and perfect for springtime.

Janey works directly with a Perfumer in France who send her the formula for curing, blending, filtering and bottling by the family in Canada. $4 from a full size bottle goes to charity.

The scents contain no pthalates, parabens, colourants or animal products. The My Daughter website will ship Internationally but please note customers are liable for any taxes and custom charges.

Have you tied this scent or Always Loved?

Petit Vour: November Beauty Box: Natural Givers

November's Petit Vour Beauty Box is co-curated by Ashlee Piper of The Little Foxes, a lifestyle blogger.

Inside this month is a great selection of products. I've not tried any of these before!

French Girl Organics Lip Tint ($11 - approx £7) - this is an organic and wildcrafted tinted balm which is scented with mint. It is in a berry shade which is perfect for this time of year. Love!

Au Naturale Creme Eyeshadow (Palma)+Creme Concealer sampler (full sizes $24+$20 - approx £15+£12) - this looks like the perfect concealer shade for me. Use it to hide under eye circles, blemishes and hyperpigmentation.  The eyeshadow is in a golden bronze shade which blends easily.

Caru Skincare rose Facial Serum sample (full size $32 - approx £20) - this is a super luxe facial serum which smells divine!  Stuffed full of good things for the skin it livens a dull completion, smoothing and nourishing.

Earthbody Sacred Skincare Dream Body Oil (full size $23 - approx £14) - this is a gorgeous body oil which is scented with frankincense, lavender and sandalwood. Looking forward to trying this out!

A Petit Vour Beauty Box costs $30 (approx £19 a month) internationally and you pay monthly and can cancel at anytime.

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flo+theo Lavender Flower Body Butter

I received a flo+theo Lavender Flower Body Butter (generous) sample pot in my October Petit Vour Beauty Box*.

The brand which is 100% Vegan was founded in Queens, NY by two sisters, Mayowa and Ebony who were born in Nigera and raised in England & Ireland before they moving to the USA.  The brand is named after their mum, Florence and uncle Theo. 

The body butter is super rich and melts upon contact with the skin leaving it super nourished and delicately scented. The butter contains Cocoa and Shea Butters which are rich in Vitamins A, E and F. A bouquet of fresh Lavender scents the butter. 

Other products available are soaps, body polish and beard elixir with soap. See the website here.

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Little Treats #5

Skinlix Ylang Ylang & Bergamot Organic Body Scrub sample* - this is a gorgeous sugar scrub for the body which smells simply beautiful. It leave the skin soft, smooth and nourished. Full size will be mine and soon!

Skinlix Ylang Ylang & Bergamot 100% Pure Organic Argan Oil sample* - a teeny tiny sample but this oil is wonderful. Super moisturising and nurturing. Again the scent is amazing and full size is on the wishlist. I've been using it to nourish my hands after gardening.

Skinlix have offered my readers a fab 10% off with code BLOG - I know I'll be making use of this to buy full size of the above!

SW Basics Cleanser mini* - this came in October's Petit Vour Beauty Box. I'm a huge fan of the brand and this cleanser is just brilliant. Containing just 3 ingredients it cleanses and removes make up. I like to use this on non-make up days or as a pre-cleanse.

KYPRIS Antioxidant Dew 3ml and Beauty Elixir I - 1,000 Roses 3ml - these came in the F/W 14 Petit Vour box and I love them especially the elixir.  The Antioxidant Dew is deeply hydrating. It helps to restore vitality and make the skin look radiant.  It can be used morning and night and before applying an Elixir.  The Beauty Elixir 1 - 1,000 Roses is the star of the duo.  Smelling deeply of roses it repairs and pampers the skin.  Use alone or with the Antioxidant Dew.

Ann Gerard Parfum Rose Cut sample - this sample came from Bloom Perfumery (I chose a selection of samples). This is a beautiful rose floral with aldehydes, rum and pepper, patchouli, peony, benzoin, oak and vanilla and is quite unlike any other perfume in my collection. Pick your samples here.

What products have been delighting you lately?

Petit Vour x Emily Nolan: Limited Edition F/W 14

I thought about it for a week or so but knew I really wanted to buy Petit Vour's Limited Edition F/W 14 luxury beauty box (even though I didn't really need it!)  Costing $40 (just under £25) with $14.99 (£9.32) shipping costs. The box has a $95+ value (£59+) and it took just over a week to arrive.

"Pamper and Prep for the fall season" The box is co-curated by Vegan Supermodel Emily Nolan. The packaging is simply gorgeous. The KYPRIS luxury samples for example, are packaged in a super luxe velvet drawstring bag.  The My Daughter Joyful spritzer comes in a spotty organza drawstring bag, the Rare El'ements haircare sachets are in a paper envelope and the Marie Natie Lip Gloss is packaged in a cute cardboard tube.

Inside there are two KYPRIS luxury samples - Antioxidant dew and Beauty Elixir I - 1,000 roses both 3ml.  These are super luxurious and I can't wait to try them.  The Beauty Elixir smells heavenly.

My Daughter Joyful Spritzer (10ml - $25 - approx £15) - this is a fresh and floral scent with notes of orange flower, lime blossom, rose, jasmine and sandalwood. 

Marie Natie Lip Gloss ($18 - approx £11) is a pretty pink shade called Tickled. A really gorgeous shade and non-sticky! 

Antonym Ecocert Certified Natural Eye Pencil in Noir ($18 - approx £11) - a smooth and creamy long lasting liner with built in pencil.

Rare El'ements Luxury Haircare Sample Set - which includes 2 x 7ml Pure Shampoo, 1 x 7ml Essential Lite Conditioner and 1 x 7ml Essential Conditioner. They contain exotic and rare ingredients. I'm always on the lookout for great haircare products so I'm looking forward to trying these.

Tres Pure Mini Face Cleanse ($10 - approx £6) - a water activated cleansing powder which removes impurities and make up. Looking forward to trying this out.

A fab box. I'm really pleased with the contents and can't wait to try everything out. What do you think?

Petit Vour: October Beauty Box: Beauty Thrillers

This month's Petit Vour* beauty box is stuffed full of products which are natural, vegan and kind to animals.

Pacifica Devocean Natural Lipstick in Tenderness (a nude pink) ($14 - just under £9) - this is super moisturising and feels great on the lips. Long lasting colour with anti-ageing benefits and highly pigmented. Love this!

Flo+Theo Lavender Flowers Body Butter sample pot (full size $28 - approx £17) - a brand I've not heard of before! A rich and nourishing butter scented with Lavender. Looking forward to try this!

Forager Botanicals Woodland Natural EDP sample vial (full size $98 - £61) - I love trying new perfumes so am happy to see a sample included in the box. This scent seems lovely with notes of cedarwood, lavender and herbs.

SW Basics Cleanser mini ($12 - just over £7) full sizes range from $14-28 - just under £9-£17) - I'm a huge fan of the range having tried other products. This one smells gorgeous and love that it is only made with 3 ingredients.

Another great box! What are your thoughts?

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Petit Vour x Logical Harmony - Beauty & the Box

I was excited to receive my Petit Vour beauty box* which is co-curated this month with Tashina @logicalharmony.

Root Science Skincare Pure Balance Daily Facial Moisturizer for Normal/Combination Skin Types 6ml - this contains cold pressed oils which are stuffed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This is the item I'm most excited by in the box.  This serum is "designed to lullaby your skin into a permanent state of bliss" - sounds good to me! It soothes and heals leaving your skin glowing and healthy. Can't wait to try!  Full size retails at $80 (just under £50) for 30ml. 

Ellovi Tinted Lip Butter $5 (£3) - this lip butter contains only 6 ingredients and is tinted with alkanet which is the red root from a Mediterranean flower. Super moisturising and it leaves a pretty and noticeable wash of colour. 

The other two products included in the box I've tried before.  These are:

Yarok Feed Your Ends Leave-in-Conditioner $13.20 (approx £8) - I love this lightweight conditioner.  See it feature in my Summer Saviours here.

Lily Lolo Mineral Eyeshadow Vanilla Shimmer Eye Shadow $12 (approx £7) - again huge fan of these gorgeous eyeshadows and this is a really pretty shade.

The box costs $30 (approx £18) a month for shipping to the UK.  Find out more here.

What do you think of the contents this month?

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Rosemira Organics

I first came across this gorgeous brand via my August Petit Vour beauty box*. It contained a sample of Sweet Coconut Body Butter a super lush butter made with raw unrefined Coconut oil, Mango butter, Avocado oil and scented with Vanilla Bourbon and Sweet Orange - what's not to love!  Melting on contact with the skin makes it is ideal for massage or as a super luxe body moisturiser.

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Rosemira kindly sent me some samples to review and I can honestly say I love them all!

Mira Herman, the founder has a passion for skincare. She has degrees in Chiropractic and Acupuncture as well as certified credentials in Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and Deep Tissue Massage. Rosemira is based in Sonoma County, CA and will ship to the UK!  

The products contain no artificial preservatives, additives, parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrances or dyes.  You can read more about Mira here.  I love that you can pick up samples see more info here.  Mira will also recommend products which are suitable to your skin type if you get in touch.

Aloe & Pink Grapefruit Cleanser* ($44 (approx £26) for 120ml, $7 (£4) sample) - a super fruity and uplifting non foaming cleanser which can be used AM and PM.  It is pure and very gentle on the skin. Squeeze a small amount onto wet palms and massage onto the skin before rinsing.  It contains Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil which is infused with Olive Leaf, Neem and Calendula. Scented with Fig Botanical Fruit Extract and Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil.  It leaves my skin clean, refreshed and feeling great!  

Spring Flowers Calming Toner* ($36 (£22) for 50ml, $9 (£5.50) for sample) - a floral hydrosol of Orange Blossom and Lemon Verbena with Linden Blossom and Rose Damascene which calms and refreshes the skin.  Spritz on the skin after cleansing and press gently onto the skin to allow absorption before applying serum or cream.  It can also be used throughout the day to hydrate and refresh.  This smells gorgeous and is really lovely to use.

See Me C Repair Serum* (ranges in size and price from $121 for 30ml (£74) to $8 (£5 sample) - a rich serum which contains Marula and Pomegranate Seed Oils combined with Frankincense and Rose with a citrus scent.  It is fast absorbing and rejuvenates, balances and moisturises the skin. Use alone or under moisturiser.

Divine Honey Rose Replenishing Cream* (again range of sizes $45 for 30ml (£27) and $6 for a sample (£3.60) - I simply love this rich but light rose scented cream. It sure is divine!  The cream hydrates and rejuvenates the skin. Scented with Bulgarian Rose, Neroli and Honey.  Soothing and protecting it leaves the skin feeling soft, smooth and nourished. Love!

Citrus Blossom I-Restore Eye Cream* ($40 for 15ml (£25.50), $6 for a sample (£3.60) - this eye cream contains Chinese Pearl Powder which has been used throughout Asia for thousands of years to help the skin remain youthful. Apply to the eye area AM and PM.  It is really rich and melts to a delicious balm when applied.  It moisturises, brightens and balances.  Again, love this!

So....yes you've guessed it I want all of these full size!  Have you used any Rosemira products?  What are your favourites?

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Petit Vour August Beauty Box: Beauty School: Become your own Beauty Expert

I picked up my August Petit Vour Beauty Box* at the Post Office yesterday morning.  I couldn't wait to dive right in. I think this is the most exciting beauty box out there especially as I've never tried or heard of most of the brands (apart from Beauty without Cruelty) until now!

The box costs $30 a month (approx £17 and this includes shipping). See more info here.

Inside August's box you'll find:

Rosemira Organics Sweet Coconut Body Butter sample (full size $22 - approx £13) - a luxe super moisturising body butter which is scented with Vanilla Bourbon and Sweet Orange and made with raw unrefined coconut oil and mango butter.  Use it for sunburn, cuticles, the body and massage.  Know I'm going to love this - edit: I do!

EarthBody brighten cleanser & mask sample (full size $34 - approx £20) - mix the superfruit powder with a little water to cleanse or add agave nectar and coconut oil, mix to a paste and apply as a mask.  Again, looking forward to trying this.

Mi-Me Tangerine Hydrating Lip Butter .07oz (full size $5 - approx £3) - this is gorgeous. Super moisturising and the scent is divine. It comes in a little plastic test tube.

Beauty without Cruelty Natural Eyeliner in Soft Brown 1.5g (full size $18.50 - approx £11) - nice to get a shade other than black in a beauty box! Looking forward to trying this out.

Harvey Prince Journey Perfume vial (full size $55 - approx £33) - again a brand I've not heard of! This scent is natural and really lovely.  With notes of clove bud, sandalwood, Moroccan rose, bergamot, tuberose, orange flower, cedarwood, cyclamen and freesia. I love anything with tuberose in it.

A fabulous box I think. What are your thoughts?

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A Closer Look: Shampoo & Conditioner

It's been a while since I've done one of these posts. These are my current Shampoos and rinse out Conditioners in my stash.

NHP Natural Haircare Programme Nourish Hair Bath 250ml* and Nourish Hair Mask 300ml* - these are really nice products.  See my review here. Ones I'd definitely consider buying.

The Body Deli Living Hair Sprouted Mineral Greens Shampoo* & Conditioner* both 8oz - simply love these and will definitely buy when I run out.  See my review here.

EVOLVh Ultra Shine Moisture Shampoo* & Conditioner* both 75ml - these came in June's Petit Vour Beauty Box*. A brand I hadn't heard of before. These are Vegan, Gluten and Paraben free.  Handy size for travel and try me. Love how shiny and smooth they leave my hair looking and feeling.

John Masters Organics Lavender & Rosemary Shampoo for Normal Hair 30ml - this came in July's Love Lula Beauty Box. Huge fan of this brand and enjoying using this shampoo - in fact I've love every hair product I've tried.

Holy Lama Shampoo & Conditioner both 30ml - these came in July's Souk Souk Beauty Box. I've still to try these.

Redken Nature's Rescue Refreshing Detox Shampoo 200ml - I love this shampoo for getting rid of styling product build up and use it once a week. See my review here.

Palmers Coconut Repairing Shampoo 400ml and Conditioner 250ml - deliciously coconut scented products. Love that the shampoo is bigger than the conditioner as I always tend to finish shampoo before conditioner. See my review here.

Have you used any of these?  What's your favourite Shampoo & Conditioner?

Here are the links to previous Closer Look posts:

Serums & Face Oils, Bath Oils, Salts & Bubbles, Cleansers, Perfumes, Lip Balms, Eye Creams, Balms & Serums, Toners & Treatments, Body Butters, Body Oils, Shower Gels, Moisturisers and Hand Creams. 

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Little Treats #4

See my little treats #3 here. These are the sample sizes I'm currently enjoying.

Balm Balm Mandarin Single Note EDP 12ml - a zingy and fruity scent which is perfect for summer.   Nourish Golden Glow Toning Body Shimmer 2ml sample* - this body lotion has shimmer in it and smells gorgeous - full size is now on the wishlist!  AMBRE Mango & Carrot Seed Concentrated Hand Cream 15ml - a super rich hand balm which smells fruity and spicy. A little goes a long way and it leaves the hands deeply moisturised - love this! Marble & Milkweed Nourishing Body Oil: Summer 7.4ml - deeply nourishing and scented with white flowers and spice.  TAY Rosehip Balancing Cleanser with Seabuckthorn sample pot* - a light cleanser which removes all make up and daily grime. Love the cute packaging too.

Have you used any of these?  What's your current favourite trial sizes?

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Petit Vour July Beauty Box: Summer Loves: Petit Vour + Logical Harmony

Petit Vour's July Beauty Box* is in association with Logical Harmony, a Vegan Lifestyle Blogger.  

The International Plan is $30 a month which is around £17 (this includes shipping.) Boxes are valued at $35-$45 a month (£20-£26ish) although the value is often more. 

LVX Nail Lacquer in Lolli ($16 - approx £9) - this is a pale pink shade. In the photo above it looks darker than it actually is - see below for a better colour likeness.  A perfect shade for summer fingers and toes.

Modern Minerals Mineral Eye Shadow ($12.50 - approx £7) - this is a really pretty bronze shade. I'm looking forward to trying it out.

schmidt's Lavender + Sage Natural Deodorant (full size $9 - approx £5) - this smells gorgeous! A natural deodorant which you apply using your fingertips after your bath or shower. I've used this twice so far and it has kept me fresh all day.

Pelle Beauty Face Oil sample size (full size $29.68 - approx £17) - I love face oils and I've never heard of this brand before.  I received "Luxe" which is anti-ageing and suitable for all skin types. Smells gorgeous - it contains Neroli & Jasmine essential oils.  Know I'm going to love this! edit: I do!

Did you receive this month's box? What are your thoughts on the contents?

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Overnight Essentials

I was away on holiday for a few nights and these are the skincare bits I took with me.  I actually managed to travel light!

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant - my favourite deodorant. Thanks for the recommendation Evelyn! It is always in my stash as it just works and smells nice!

EVOLVh Ultrashine Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner* - these came in the June Petit Vour box*. A perfect size for travel and they leave my hair clean, shiny and deeply moisturised. Love!

suti Rosewater Organic Facial Spritz - I simply adore this rosewater toner. See my review here. It refreshes, tones and calms the skin as well as smelling gorgeous. 

Dahliana Wildflower Youth Serum* - I've found my holy grail product. My skin simply loves this. See my review here. I'm onto my second bottle already. I also packed Dahliana's Overnight Fruit Lift Creme* which is simply amazing too. Full size of this is on my wishlist!

Therapi Honey Skincare Rose Otto Honey Moisturiser - I received this sample size in the fabulous Content Summer Wellbeing Collection. This moisturiser is one of the nicest I've ever used. I'm also loving the Rose Otto Honey Gel Cleanser.

Mitchell & Peach Luxury Shower Wash - huge fan of this Lavender scented rich body wash.

Caudalie Polyphenol C15 Anti-Wrinkle Eye & Lip Cream - I've been enjoying using this eye and lip cream I got this in a special Latest in Beauty Collection.  I've found it has plumped up the eye and lip area, reducing dark circles, tightening and smoothing. It's a keeper!

NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Dry Oil - love this multi-use dry oil with it's delicious scent. Deeply moisturises the body, hair, dry patches, hands and feet. 

What are you packing for your holidays?

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Petit Vour June Beauty Box: Away we Go: The Travel Collection

I was really excited when Madeline, the founder of Petit Vour contacted me to ask if I'd like to review their June Beauty Box*.  The name is derived from "petit four" small and delicious vegan beauty products (although sometimes full size products are included).

The International Plan is $30 a month which is around £17 (this includes shipping.) See more details here.  Boxes are valued at $35-$45 a month (£20-£26ish) although the value is often more. If you order in the online shop International Shipping is $14.99 (approx £9). You can collect PV points and there are value sets to chose from.

ncLA 5 Free Luxury Nail Lacqueur in shade Let's Stay Forever ($16 - £9) - a gorgeous summery shade "enjoy a little Californian love on your fingertips".

TAY Rosehip Balancing Cleanser with Seabuckthorn sample size (full size $35 - £20) - I've heard of this New York City based brand but haven't until now tried any products! The packaging is super cute.

EVOLVh UltraShine Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner both 75ml ($17 - £10) - I love trying new hair care brands. These are Gluten Free, Paraben Free and Vegan and are fantastic! Took them on my recent short trip and love them. They leave the hair shiny and nourished.

MUN No.1 Aknari Brightening Youth Serum 1ml (full size $95 - £55) - the serum contains prickly pear seed and Argan oil which transforms the appearance of your skin.  Rose Oil scents and soothes.  As a huge serum fan I can't wait to try this!

What do you think of this box and it's contents?  Are you tempted to sign up? I am!

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