*Saach Organics: Bath Time Bundle

*gifted products - AD I first tried Saach Organics way back in 2015 - see my posts HERE and HERE. I was delighted when founder, Harvinder got in touch again asking if I'd like to try more products from the range (I've got a review of their hair treatment masks upcoming). The bundles are great value, do check them out.

Inside the Bath Time Bundle* you'll find their Mint & Rosemary Shower Gel 200ml* and their Avocado, Jojoba Butter & Canola Oil Hair Nourishment Conditioner 200ml*. You chose any shampoo (inside my package was their Henna Orange Oil Shampoo 200ml* which colour protects. I've used this before and found it worked very well).

The Mint & Rosemary Shower Gel* has a rich lather and a very fresh herbal scent. It'll awaken the skin and senses and gently cleanse the skin, soothing aches and pains while refreshing and revitalising the skin. To use: shake well and then squeeze a small amount onto a sponge or hands, massage over the body and work up a foamy lather. Rinse. I've enjoyed using the shower gel in the morning to awaken and refresh.

Henna Orange Oil Shampoo* has a distinctive orange aroma with herbal undertones. It'll gently cleanse while nourishing dry and coloured hair. To use: shake well before massaging a small amount onto wet hair before rinsing. 

Follow with Avocado, Jojoba Butter & Canola Oil Hair Nourishment Conditioner* this conditioner is very rich and leaves the hair silky smooth (I wasn't keen on the neutral scent) but the results are worth it! It's formulated with hair loving oils which nourish and care. 

To use: after shampooing massage through the hair concentrating on the ends, leave on a few minutes before rinsing.

I've been really impressed with this bundle, pick yours up HERE.

Shopping My Stash #77

Here's what I've been reaching for lately:

Saach Organics Liquorice and Carrot Seed Day Protection Lotion and Sunscreen SPF15 which is perfect for using just now.  It has a delicious spicy scent. See my review HERE. Huge congratulations must go to Saach Organics who recently won a host of awards over at The Green Parent mag.

I've been testing out Skincere's Day* and Night Creams* and they are perfect for sensitive skin types as the products are free from preservatives, alcohol, wheat, soya, dairy and fragrance free. Very effective with gorgeous packaging. The creams melt easily into the skin leaving it comfortable and nourished.

As you know I'm a huge fan of Skin & Tonic's STEAM CLEAN (which is up there in my 5 favourite products of all time). I'd say their Rose Mist* is a close second! It refreshes and tones the skin and smells of roses. Totally lush. See my review HERE.

I used to love REDKEN's natural detox shampoo which sadly they discontinued. My current favourite if Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon Shampoo which deeply cleanses the hair without stripping. It's absolutely fantastic (as well as being brilliant value). See my review HERE.

I'm a huge fan of fig scents and my favourite being cult classic Philosykos by Diptyque. Figuier & Osmanthus EdT from L'Occitane was limited edition last summer and is fruity and refreshing. It featured in my summer scents last year (link).

What have you been reaching for lately?

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Shopping My Stash #72

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

Saach Organics Herbal Hair Oil with Indian Gooseberry, Cotton Seed Oil and Almond Oil 100ml* - this is an amazing and effective oil which you can leave on overnight or to tame flyaways. See my review HERE. 

Angela Langford Angel Eyes 10ml - this nourishing eye oil contains Cucumber, Rosehip and Argan oil and it repairs and soothes, reducing dark circles and hydrates.  A really lovely product.

kai Perfume Oil roller-ball 1/8 fl oz - love this exotic scent with Gardenia and green notes. I never tire of it.

M&S Autograph Ultra-Shine Twist Up Lip Colour in Nude - this came in the M&S Advent Calendar and is a really wearable nude.

JustBe Botanicals JustBe Happy Hand & Body Wash 250ml* - love this refreshing citrus multi-use wash. See my review HERE.

SkinOwl Neck+ 15ml - this neck gel smooths, nourishes and firms the delicate neck and decollete. A smallish sample but would buy full size.

What have you been reaching for this week?

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Saach Organics: Liquorice & Carrot Seed Day Protection Lotion & Sunscreen SPF15

Having tried and loved Saach Organics Green Tea & Aloe Vera Shower Gel* and Hand & Body Lotion* REVIEW, Mint & Rosemary Hand & Body Lotion* REVIEW and Hair Nourishment Conditioner* and Herbal Hair Oil* REVIEW I knew there was a pretty good chance I'd also like their Liquorice & Carrot Seed Day Protection Lotion & Sunscreen SPF15* (£10.95 - 200ml). You can pick the range up at Love Lula and Sophia's Choice.

The lotion comes in a pump action bottle making it easy to dispense as much as you need. It absorbs quickly and leaves the skin with a strong spicy scent which mellows after about half an hour or so.

It's great to use coming into spring and summer as the lotion also cleverly contains SPF15. I know I'll be slapping this on before going to spend the day at the allotment or just walking around in the sunshine. Liquorice Extract protects, Carrot Seed Oil gives protection from sunlight and UV rays and Soyabean and Almond oils nourish.

The products are free from Parabens, Formaldehyde, Sulphates and Petrochemicals.

Have you tried any products from Saach Organics?

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Saach Organics: Mint & Rosemary Hand & Body Lotion

I've been testing out Saach Organic's gorgeous Mint & Rosemary Hand & Body Lotion* (£10.95 - 200ml). It's packaged in a pump bottle which makes it easy to dispense the exact amount needed and is great value for money.

After having loved the Green Tea & Aloe Vera duo* - review I knew there was a pretty good chance I'd love this one also - I do!

It has a delicious minty scent which is uplifting and invigorating. The lotion absorbs quickly leaving the skin feeling nourished and comfortable. It would also be perfect to use as a cooling aftersun lotion.

Free from parabens, formaldehyde, sulphates and petrochemicals. Pick yours up at Love Lula.

*sent for review

Saach Organics: Shampoo, Conditioner & Herbal Hair Oil

I totally fell in love with Saach Organics Green Tea & Aloe Vera Shower Gel* & Hand & Body Lotion*. See my review HERE.

I've been currently testing Colour Protect Shampoo (£10.95 - 200ml)* which smells fantastic! I also love the pump bottles which are handy to use in the shower. I have found that the shampoo doesn't really suit my hair type leaving it feeling a little bit lifeless.

However, I simply love the Hair Nourishment Conditioner (£10.95 - 200ml)* which smells of spicy cinnamon. It lightly conditions the hair leaving it soft, detangled, healthy looking and smooth.

Massage a small amount of the Herbal Hair Oil (£12.90 - 100ml)* into the scalp and hair and leave on overnight before shampooing and conditioning the following morning for healthy and shiny hair.

I've been enjoying testing the products out and they are great value for money and free from Parabens, Formaldehyde, Sulphates and Petrochemicals. 

Look out for my forthcoming review on the Saach Organics Hair Care Management System*, a herb-enriched formula which strengthens, conditions, helps with hair loss, premature greying and dandruff control.

Have you tried any Saach Organics products before?

*Complimentary - sent for review

September Empties

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

Saach Organics Green Tea & Aloe Vera Shower Gel 200ml* - this was a real pleasure to use and I loved the scent. Will definitely buy again. See my review HERE.

Ruth Romano Lemongrass Organic Hand Wash 250ml* - I really liked this refreshing and effective hand wash. See my review HERE. Will definitely buy next time I'm needing hand wash as it was lovely.

Dr Bronner's Rose Pure Castle Soap mini bottle - I love the Peppermint & Lavender scents but didn't really enjoy the rose one so wouldn't buy again.

Korres Watermelon Body Scrub 150ml - this scrub smells just like watermelons making it fresh and delicious. The scrubby beads are made with bamboo and jojoba. I'd buy again.

TARDES by Carner EdP sample - this came in my July Yearly Sample Pack from Bloom Perfumery. I reviewed it HERE. Full size is firmly on the wishlist.

Bodhi & Birch Mint The Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml - one of my favourites from Bodhi & Birch. Will definitely buy again.

ESPA Naturally Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF15 03 Almond 7ml - this was a perfect shade for me with a bit of a tan. I loved everything about it. Super moisturising and a great colour. Would buy full size.

Burt's Bees Almond & Milk Hand Cream 7g - I loved this rich marzipan scented cream which left my hands deeply nourished. Will add to the ever expanding wishlist and buy when I need a hand cream (probably never!)

Yarok Feed Your Youth Hair & Scalp Serum 1oz* - this is another product I'm gutted to have finished as this makes my hair look nourished, glossy and cared for. See my review HERE. Again, being added to the wishlist and a must buy after my spending ban.

Dr Organic Pomegrante Deodorant 50ml - a staple which I buy again and again as it works.

Caudalie Premier Cru L'Elixir 10ml* - huge Caudalie fan and this oil/serum is fantastic. It absorbs instantly and leaves the skin looking healthy and radiant. See my review HERE. It's one I'll definitely consider buying once my stash reduces!

Juliette has a Gun Lady Vengence EDP vial - this came to me via one of the Perfume Society boxes. A heady scent with top notes of Bergamot and Lavender, heart notes of Bulgarian rose, Moroccan rose absolute and Patchouli with a base of Vanilla, musks and woods.  Full size is on the wishlist!

Living Nature Radiance Night Oil 10ml*  - I simply loved this rose scented super luxe oil and it's on the wishlist for sure. See my review HERE.

Living Nature Sensitive Cleanser* & Day Cream* (sachets) - these were nice to use. I especially liked the cleanser. See my review HERE.

AromaWorks samples - Body Finish Cream*, Purity Eye Cleanser* and Rejuvenate Face Serum Oil* - I really liked these. See my review HERE. I especially loved the Body Finish Cream.

Therapie Protect Bath & Body Oil 100ml* - this was gorgeous to use and perfect to use before bed for a restful night's sleep. See my review HERE. It's one I'll definitely pick up.

Skin & Tonic STEAM CLEAN 15ml - I simply love this minty deep cleanser and have a couple more in my stash. One of my favourite cleansers ever.

Indie Lee Squalane Facial Oil 1oz* - loved this facial oil. It was the first I tried that used Olive Squalane. Love it and got another one ready to crack open. See my review HERE.

AEOS Beauty Body Shower 10ml* and Beauty Body Lotion 10ml* - these came in the travel/try me kit I reviewed last week (link). I especially liked the shower gel so it's being added to the ever expanding wishlist.

What have you been using up this month?

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Saach Organics: Green Tea & Aloe Vera Shower Gel & Hand & Body Lotion

Harvinder Parhar, the founder of Saach Organics recently sent me a box full of goodies to review. I'm trying these out and will post reviews of them all shortly.

Harvinder saw a photo of her grandmother putting oil in her mother's hair. Her mother carried on the tradition with Harvinder. Saach Organics brings everything that is good about Indian beauty traditions to the Western market.

Products are natural and are made with herbs grown and harvested to Ayurveda traditions and are free from parabens, sulphates and petrochemicals.

The first products I've tried are the very lovely Green Tea & Aloe Vera duo - Shower Gel (200ml - £9.95)* and Hand & Body Lotion (200ml - £10.95)*

They are packed in boxes and pump action bottles making the shower gel easy to use when in the shower.  The fragrance is refreshing green tea and aloe vera with a hint of fruitiness. It's my new favourite shower gel! It leaves the skin feeling clean and fresh.

The body lotion absorbs instantly and feels really moisturising on the skin. The skin is left gently perfumed and smooth.

Love these. Pick the range up at Love Lula.

*sent for review

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?

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Love Lula Beauty Box - June 2015

My Love Lula Beauty Box arrived yesterday and it's a goodie! This is my last box for a while as I have so many bits and pieces to use up (and have had to chuck a few products which have gone off eeek!) 

So what's inside:

Saach Organics Strengthening Shampoo with Basil, Hibiscus and Peppermint 50ml and Mint and Rosemary Shower Gel 50ml - this is a brand I've fancied trying for a while so I'm pleased to see these trial sizes in the box.

NATOrigin Eyeliner Pencil in Black (£7.25) and a mini Hand & Nail Cream sample (4ml).

JOIK Lip Balm which nourishes and nurtures the lips (£5.50). It's scented with Orange Essential Oil and Balm Balm Fragrance Free Face Balm (£6.99) which is a multi-purpose product - use on dry areas on the face, lips, hands, feet and great for flyaways.

I'm really pleased with the contents of the box this month. What are your thoughts?