*Love Lula Beauty Box: March 2021

*I receive the Love Lula Beauty Box complimentary as a Love Lula Accredited Blogger for an honest review. My March Love Lula Beauty Box landed yesterday and I think, for once, I was one of the first to receive it! It's absolutely fantastic and contains 4 full sizes and a sachet sample and is worth £43 this month (a rolling UK subscription costs £14.95 making this box great value).

The first thing to jump out at me was Sukin's Reydration Gel Cream 60ml which costs £17.95! This range is suited to dehydrated and dry skins and my dry winter skin is loving it. The gel has a lovely feel on the skin and a fresh scent, I know I'm going to enjoy this one!

I also like the look of Giovanni's Frizz Be Gone 81ml which is worth £7.99. I'm always looking for products to control the frizz so I'm looking forward to trying this out! It'll leave the hair looking smooth and silky - bring it on!

From Balmonds we have their Skin Salvation Balm 30ml worth £7.99 which I've used before. It's perfect to nourish any dry spots over the body and great for soothing eczema, dermatitis and psoriosis. 

From Ayumi there is their Neem & Tea Tree Face Mask 100ml which is worth £6.99. The rich cream (which smells very pungent although fresh) will deep cleanse normal to oily skins. I'm looking forward to giving it a try.

Rounding up this month's box is a 2ml sachet from Madara - their City CC SPF15 in shade light (50p). I've used this before and it's great!

As ever, there is a generous 20% off the brands in the box this month. What do you think of the contents this month's box?

*Love Lula Beauty Box: February 2021

*I receive the Love Lula Beauty Box free of charge as part of the Love Lula Accredited Blogger Program. February's Love Lula Beauty Box is worth £39 (box in the UK costs £14.95 recurring, see all the options HERE). This month there's a beautiful Bass Brush inside! Also inside is a product I've been wanting to try (squeals).

The item which first caught my eye was the BASS Brush - Bio-Flex Style & Detangle Brush (£15.99). The handle is made of corn starch with premium natural wood pins. A great and different addition to the box.

The item inside this month's box which was on my to-try list is Naturtint's Nourishing 2 in 1 Shampoo & Conditioner Bar (75g - £12.99). This actual one had been on my wishlist! It smells of honey... mmm. A review to come.

Moving on, also inside is a duo from Sukin - Natural Balance Shampoo & Conditioner for Normal Hair - both 50ml. These are ideal try me sizes or for travel. My hair is dry and coloured so it's likely I'll be passing these on.

Rounding up the box is a Woobamboo medium toothbrush which is natural and biodegradable (£4.49) and this comes along with a mini Bubble Berry toothpaste (14g). Again, it's nice to see something different in a beauty box.

Are you a subscriber? What's your thoughts on the contents this month?

Latest in Beauty: Grazia Beauty Advent Calendar: Days 9 - 16

You can see what I received the first 8 days in my Grazia Beauty Advent Calendar HERE. I'm today sharing what I received days 9-16.

Day 9 - Dr Paw Paw Original Balm 25ml which is a full size product.

Day 10 - Aromatherapy Associates Forest Bathing Bath & Shower Oil 9ml - I love these bath and shower oils and this latest launch is lush.

Day 11 - Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 30ml - this trial size has been in many boxes! One I'll pass along.

Day 12 - Sukin Purely Ageless Rejuvenating Day Cream 20ml - I found this slightly too rich for my skin and have passed it on. Great brand though!

Day 13 - Code 8 Precision Liquid Eyeliner - I've had a few of these in beauty boxes. Again, likely to pass this one along.

Day 14 - Spectrum C03 Brush - this is lush! Supersoft and I'm looking forward to using it.

Day 15 - NIP+FAB Glycolic Fix Exfoliating Mask - single use - looking forward to taking some time out to relax and try this mask.

Day 16 - Dermalogica PreCleanse Oil 30ml - I used to use this years ago, will be nice to revisit.

In days 9-16 there are 4 things I'm really excited about trying and a few I've passed along. I wonder what the remaining days will hold! What advent calendar(s) are you opening?

Love Lula Beauty Box: March 2018

March's Love Lula Beauty Box* is a cracker! Inside are lots of lovely treats. The box this month is worth £43 (UK rolling subscription costs £13.95 making it great value for money). Subscribers also get a code for 20% off any of the brands in the box (code valid until the end of the month).

WOW! It really is a good 'un!

I'm a huge fan already of Elsa's Natural Deodorant (see my review of their Dew scent HERE. This is worth £10 (45g) and I know I'm going to love it.

From GLOSSWORKS there is a super-pretty full size nail polish in Come Clay with Me (£12 - 9ml) which is a pretty pink shade. We received their Nail & Cuticle Oil in October's box and Name of the Rose nail polish & 3-in-1 base coat in August's. This shade is perfect for spring and summer (great with a tan!)

From Laidbare, a box favourite we have a full size of their Guess My Age Anti-Ageing Treatment Cream (£9.99 - 50ml) which is a new product from the brand. The cream has a light texture which melts easily into the skin and helps to "strengthen the bonds between the skin layers to create a lifted effect". Looking forward to trying this one out!

I'm always on the lookout for the perfect shampoo and conditioner and inside March's box are two haircare products by Sukin. Both are luxury travel sizes (50ml). We have Sukin Purifying Shampoo and Sukin Nourishing Conditioner. Reviews will follow!

The final item this month is FOM's Hydra Bright Night Complex which brightens and hydrates targeting age spots, hyperpigmentation and hydration.

What do you think of the contents this month?

*sent to me as part of the Love Lula Accredited Blogger Program. All thoughts are genuine and my post contains a few affiliate links.

Christmas Gift Ideas

Here are some Christmas gift ideas:

From bodhi & birch their fabulous new Limited Edition Bath & Shower Oil Collection (3 x 15ml - £30) which consists of three great scents - all very different - so you can bathe or shower depending on your mood! Inside is Rosa Verde, a renewing blend which is formulated with Rose, Lime, Geranium & Frankincense. Jasmin de Lune (and my favourite) is relaxing. It's a blend of Jasmine, High Altitude Lavender and Vertiver. The final bath & shower oil is La Botanica which revives and detoxes. It's a blend of Lemon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary and Juniper Berry. Pick yours up HERE.

From Tropic Skincare I highly recommend their gorgeous Whipped Body Velvet (200ml - £28)* a deliciously fluffy and light as air body treat formulated with Madagascan rarabe butter and baobab oil which deeply nourishes the skin.  The scent is just divine with Tahitian and Bourbon vanilla extracts. 

This Christmas scented candle "Christmas Comfort" by beatitude (200g - £30)* is just Christmas in a jar. It combines the original "comfort" geranium, clementine, lavender and eucalyptus with cinnamon, clove and cardamon.

Sukin have a great range of gift sets. I reviewed their Love your Skin 3 step Face Kit* (£20). See my review HERE.

I love this little beautifully boxed set of minis from Willowberry. It's a great try me set and fantastic value at £30.95. I reviewed the products recently and loved them. See HERE.

Micheline Arcier have introduced a beautiful range of reed diffusers which I can imagine scent your home to perfection! They retail at £40-£45. I recently reviewed their Harmonie Dream Drops (15ml - £19)* which help to ensure a restful night's sleep - see my review HERE.

From Green People there are some beautiful gift sets - see HERE. I've been trying out latest launch which celebrates Green People's 20th Anniversary. Their Damask Rose Facial Oil (30ml - £29)* is simply divine (expect a review shortly).

As you'll know I'm a huge fan of Zing Organics. They have a range of Christmas gifts which appear on the website. My favourite is Winter Glow Skin Hamper (£49) which contains Eco Marine Algae Facial Cleansing Masque (review) & Velveteen Facial Serum (review) along with a bamboo face cloth and a couple of wooden spatulas (and a miniature cone found on the forest floor!)

A.S APOTHECARY Frankincense, Bergamot and Cedar Oil Scented Candle in a hand thrown Ceramic Pot (£42) which sounds absolutely heavenly. I also love the hand thrown pot!

I'm a huge fan of [M] Botanicals (especially their gorgeous Rose Oud Soy Wax Candle (REVIEW) and love their candle set which contains 4 candles - Rose Oud, Warm Lemongrass, Wild Grown Mint and Sour Plum - £50).

I'm currently testing out these products from Guiltless Skin (expect a review in January!) The set contains Charcoal Cleansing Gel 30g, Hydrate Intense Moisture Serum 30ml and Revive Organic Facial Oil 30ml along with a cotton travel bag. This set is brilliant value for money at £46. See the others available HERE.

Are any of these gifts on your wishlist?

*complimentary

Sukin Christmas: Love Your Skin 3 Step Face Kit

Sukin have a selection of gorgeous gifts for Christmas - "give the gift of radiant skin this Christmas". I've been testing out their Love Your Skin 3 Step Face Kit (£20)* which is fantastic value for money as well as being a great set.

The kit comes boxed and the products are 100% Vegan and free from parabens, SLS, propylene glycol, petrochemicals and artificial fragrances and colours and this kit is suitable for all skin types. The range has a pleasant floral/herbal type scent.

Foaming Facial Cleanser is a gentle sulphate free cleanser which removes impurities and make up leaving the skin feeling comfortable, clean and smooth. German Chamomile, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Green Tea with Macadamia and Evening Primrose oils to purify and balance.

To use: apply a small amount to moist hands, lather and massage onto the face and neck. Rinse. Use once or twice a day (I like to use the cleanser in my morning shower). 

Hydrating Mist Toner is alcohol free and formulated with German Chamomile and Rosewater to soothe, tone and refresh the skin. Use after cleansing. It's also good to spritz over the face and body after sunbathing to cool the skin.

To use: spritz over the skin after cleansing, to give your skin a boost or after sunbathing.

The Facial Moisturiser is a best selling "household favourite" which deeply hydrates the skin, absorbs quickly and leaves the skin feeling nourished and comfortable. It is formulated with Aloe Vera, Horsetail, Nettle and Burdock which soothe along with skin healing Rosehip, Wheatgerm, Jojoba and Avocado oils.

To use: massage a small amount onto the face, neck and decolletage.

I've been really impressed with these lovely products and I think this kit would be a great present especially for someone just starting to use green beauty products.

The other kits available are: Super Greens Facial (dull, congested skin) (£30) which contains Detoxifying Facial Scrub, Detoxifying Clay Masque and Nutrient Rich Facial Moisturiser, Love Your Skin: Oil Balancing (£25) which contains Purifying Gel Cleanser, Clarifying Facial Toner and Mattifying Facial Moisturiser. The final kit is for Love Your Skin: Sensitive (£25) and contains Foaming Facial Cleanser, Hydrating Mist and Facial Moisturiser. Pick yours up instore or online at Holland & Barrett.

What's your favourite Sukin product?

*complimentary

Sukin Super greens Body Contouring Crème

As you'll know I'm a huge fan of Sukin having recently reviewed their fabulous Oil Balancing+Charcoal Purifying Gel Cleanser* (REVIEW) and their excellent Purifying Body Scrub* (REVIEW). I've been trying their latest launch Super Greens Body Contouring Crème * (£9.99 for 200ml).

The super greens blend is a mix of kale, spirulina, parsley, chlorella, acai and goji along with stevia and mate which helps to reduce the appearance of cellulite and leaves the skin looking smooth, toned and moisturised. Moringa oil and black seed extract nourish while Coenzyme Q10, coconut oil, madadamia and shea butter replenish the moisture barrier.

The crème is suitable for all skin type and is paraben and sulphate free.

To use: massage onto clean dry skin AM and PM as required.

I've been really enjoying using the contouring crème which is quickly absorbed, has a herbal type scent and feels comfortable on the skin. I can't say I've noticed an improvement in cellulite but my skin feels slightly more firmer.

What's your favourite Sukin product?

*complimentary

Sukin: Oil Balancing + Charcoal Purifying Gel Cleanser

As you'll probably know I just love Sukin Australian Natural Skincare, having recently tried their fabulous Purifying Body Scrub* (REVIEW). I'm also currently testing their new Super Greens Body Contouring Cream* which is gorgeous and very effective (expect a review soon!)

I've been trying out their Oil Balancing+Charcoal Purifying Gel Cleanser (125ml - £9.99)* for the last few weeks. It sits beside my shower and I use it every morning.

The cleanser is packed in a pump action recyclable bottle and is easy to use. The gel cleanser is black in colour as it's enriched with bamboo charcoal which helps to purify and balance normal to oily skin types and it's free from parabens.

It's formulated Bilberry, White Tea and Pomegranate which impart antioxidants and vitamins onto the skin. Chamomile, Aloe Vera and Cucumber soothe while Moringa and Coconut extract help to keep the skin clear. Rooibos and Willowherb help to combat breakouts.

To use: wet face, apply a small pump to wet hands and lather before massaging onto the face and neck before rinsing. It leaves my skin feeling clean, refreshed and clear (it can be used AM and PM but I choose it for my morning cleanse).

Have you used this cleanser? What's your favourite Sukin product?

*complimentary

Sukin Purifying Body Scrub

I've been aware of Australian brand, Sukin for a while but up to now haven't tried any of their products. I'm also currently testing out their fabulous Oil Balancing Purifying Gel Cleanser with Charcoal* - expect a review soon!

The brand was launch in Melbourne in 2007 and is an affordable and effective range. The products are free from parabens, SLS, synthetic colours and fragrances, propylene glycol, petrochemicals, EDTA and Triethanolamine.

I've been testing out their Purifying Body Scrub (200ml - £9.95)* and I can honestly say it's one of my favourite body scrubs. It contains micro particles of bamboo extracts and ground walnut shells which give the creamy scrub a definitely "scrubbiness". Rosehip, Jojoba and Sesame oils deeply nourish while Aloe Vera and Chamomile soothe and refreshes the skin.

To use: massage onto damp skin in the shower twice a week.

Have you used this scrub? What's your favourite Sukin product?

*complimentary

The Perfume Society: Scented Skincare

I noticed that the Scented Skincare set from The Perfume Society and in collaboration with Latest in Beauty had been reduced in price to £11 - I had a voucher code due to a problem with a previous order and couldn't resist picking it up for a bargainous £9.95! Even at £11 it is a real bargain (worth £75) (I think there are just a few remaining now - so if you want one be quick!)

Inside is:

Sukin Detoxifying Clay Mask 100ml (this is full size and worth £11.49!) I've been trying another couple of products from this brand so I'm looking forward to trying this detoxifying treat.

Aromatherapy Associates Renewing Rose Body Cream 40ml which smells heavenly. I've used this before and it's lovely.

Weleda Pomegranate Body Lotion 20ml which is the perfect size for holidays. It's packed full of good things for the skin, absorbs quickly and smells gorgeous.

MOA Fortifying Green Bath Potion 10ml shot (worth £4) I'm a huge fan of this bath product. See my review HERE.

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Restore & Replenish Hand Cream 7ml I love this hand cream. See my review HERE. I'm saving this one for my mum!

This Works Sleep Plus Trouble Shooter 10ml which is a new to me product from a brand I love. You use it on neglected areas before you go to bed - like upper arms, decolletage, elbows and knees. Looking forward to testing it out!

Rosalena Rock & Rose Face Oil 5ml which I've used before and loved. See my review HERE.

Ultrasun Face SPF30 25ml (which is worth a tenner) and which I've used before and enjoyed. This one will be being popped in my handbag for use on the go.

Amie New Leaf Deep Pore Exfoliating Polish 25ml which is gentle and scented with Orange Blossom. I've already got one of these in my stash which I've not tried yet!

balance me Restore & Replenish Face Cream 15ml huge balance me fan and this size's great for holidays and I've used this lovely nourishing cream before.

The final item is a great branded make up/toiletries bag from Latest in Beauty. Did you pick up a Scented Skincare set?