*Love Lula: BLOSSOM: Green People, Therapi Honey Skincare & JOIK

*Received free of charge as a Love Lula Accredited Blogger - AD. As you'll know, I've been theming my blogger picks this year with Love Lula and for April I chose BLOSSOM. I'm a huge fan of springtime blossom so it was a natural pick. See my previous reviews - SLEEP, LOVE and AWAKEN.

I chose Green People's Moisturising Shower Gel with Neroli & Marshmallow (£13 - 200ml)* (which is free from SLS/SLES, parabens, methylisothiazolinone, methylchloroisothiazolinone, phthalates, alcohol (ethyl alcohol, ethanol), colourants and artificial fragrances) making it one of the purest shower gel that nature can offer. It has a gorgeous neroli blossom scent and creates a rich and silky foamy lather. 

To use: apply a small amount to wet skin, massaging before rinsing. Skin is left feeling clean and nourished with a light floral aroma. I like this a lot!

My second pick this month is Therapi Honey Skincare's Orange Blossom Hydrating Toner (£25.50 - 100ml)*. It balances normal and sensitive skin types and has a beautiful orange blossom aroma. My skin has recently felt like it has needed a bit more hydration and this beautiful toner revitalises, hydrates and balances. It really is a joy to use!

To use: spritz onto the skin after cleansing or any time your skin needs a hydration boost. Happiness in a bottle!

My final pick under the Blossom theme is JOIK's new-in Apple & Elderflower Foaming Handwash (£15 - 250ml)* with a nod to Elderflower blossoms. It's enriched with aloe juice and apple extract. The liquid becomes a foam the instant you pump some from the bottle and has a divine fruity/floral scent. It quickly and easily cleans the hands leaving them delicately scented and feeling nourished. I absolutely love it and although it is on the pricey side for a hand wash I'll definitely repurchase as it's so nice to use.

To use: pump a small amount of foam onto damp hands and wash as normal. Rinse. 

Another joy giving month. I've really loved trying this trio which are effective, luxurious and nice to use. Have you tried any of these products?

Content Beauty & Wellbeing: British Beauty GWP & Purchases

I couldn't resist the latest Content Beauty & Wellbeing GWP which is now sold out. Worth £95 and free with a 100 quid spend.

My parcel arrived on Wednesday and I couldn't wait to open it.

I'd been wanting to try A.S Apothecary First Aid Kit #12 (30ml - £18) for ages. It restores calm in anxious situations. Expect a full review soon.

Skin & Tonic's STEAM CLEAN with cloth (50g - £27) is a staple for me - I've always got this in my stash.

New to me is LIHA Beauty Idan Beauty Oil (30ml - £16) which I'm also looking forward to trying. It smells divine and is made from cold pressed coconut oil and tuberose flowers. It's solid at room temperature so you need to warm the bottle a little before using.

Another item which has been on the wishlist for ages is Less is More's Rose Serum (30ml - £26) One word. Gorgeous! Again, review will follow.

I also bought something for a forthcoming swap (so it's not in the photo).

Onto the gift (reviews will be forthcoming)

Supernatural Beauty Redemption Face Oil 10ml (lushest oil ever)

pai Skincare Lotus & Orange Blossom BioAffinity Toner 12ml

Skin & Tonic Gentle Scrub 50g Full size

AS.Apoth Lip Balm #7 Full Size

Therapi Orange Honey Moisturiser 15ml (mini review)

LIHA Shea Butter 15ml

Nourish Revital-Eyes Kale Biomimetic Anti-Ageing Eye Cream 5ml

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Miracle Cleanser 30ml + bamboo cloth (review)

Included in my parcel was a surprise Trial Set of sachets from Madara (new design) which are great for try me/holidays.

What do you think of my purchases? Did you pick up the GWP too?

March Empties

Another month I've hardly used up much. I'm not going to finish anything else before the end of the month so here goes..

bodhi & birch Siam Ginger Vitalising Bath & Shower Therapy 50ml - love this. See my review here. Will buy again.

The Naked Skincare Company Evening Relax Body Oil 30ml - this was really lovely to use and I'll definitely buy. See my review here.

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Hand Wash 250ml - this is my favourite Organic Surge scent and I love this hand wash. Will buy again.  See my review here.

Thea Organic Skincare Skin Brightening Fruit Enzyme Creme Moisturiser 15ml* - this moisturiser had such an uplifting scent. See my review here. Will buy once I reduce my stash a bit.

Pacifica Purify Coconut Water Cleansing Wipes x 30 wipes - I don't use wipes a lot but tend to have a pack on the go for late nights and after exercise. I'd buy these again.  See my review here.

Therapi Orange Blossom Honey Gel Cleanser 100ml* - I simply loved this refreshing and exquisitely scented non-foaming cleanser. Sure to buy at some point. Was super-sad it's finished!  See my mini review here.

John Masters Organics Evening Primrose Shampoo for Dry Hair 60ml - I really enjoyed this and would buy full size.

lj's Organic Purity Rose Body Oil 50ml - I simply loved this rosey scented oil. See my review here. I'm signing up to the Beauty Box again at the end of the month (2 of my 3 items (every 2 months) is going to be this luxe body oil. 

Bloom Remedies Peppermint & Lemongrass Foot Balm - this is gorgeous! Rich and luxurious and kind to your feet. I'll definitely buy again.

This Works Sleep Plus+ Pillow Spray 5ml - I loved this. Full size is on the wishlist. See my review here.

SAMPLE:

Roger & Gallet Fleur de Figuier Gentle Shower Cream sachet - this was lovely to use, smells gorgeous and lasted 2 uses. Would maybe buy.

What have you been using up this month?

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Shopping my Stash #62

Shay & Blue Blood Oranges 10ml spray - I broke my spending ban in week 3 and splurged on a little set containing 5 scents. This one is fresh and fruity and intensely citrussy. It's perfect for coming into Spring and Summer. Love!

Therapi Orange Blossom Honey Gel Cleanser 100ml* - this cleanser is just divine! With an uplifting scent and a very gentle foaming lather it makes my morning shower so much better!  It leaves my skin clean and refreshed and feeling great!

Aroma Actives Neck & Decollete Cream 80ml - this range is made by Aromatherapy Associates and is exclusive to larger Sainsbury's. I reviewed their Exfoliating Cleanser and Triple Hydrating Gel Mask here*.   This neck cream is really rich and nourishing and smells gorgeous! 

Earth Tu Face Balm 25g - this balm came in the very wonderful Net-a-Porter The Holiday Kit. This balm is super nourishing and I tend to use it at bedtime or on dry elbows and hands. It is made with Immortelle, Rose and nourishing oils which help regenerate the skin, repair and calm.  This is really lovely and I'd like to try more from the range.

Ambre Rosemary, Thyme & Mint Invigorating Herbal Bath Oil trial size - this is gorgeous. It helps to relive stress and calm both the body and the mind as well as nourish, soothe and soften the skin.  See my earlier review of their facial soap and body butter here.

Fresh Sugar Coral Tinted Lip Treatment SPF15 - I simply love these tinted moisturising balms for a pop of colour.

Chantecaille Anti-Ageing Face Illuminator Sheen 23ml - this again came in the Net-a-Porter kit. I wear this alone or mixed with a little foundation or moisturiser. It really brightens up the skin.

What have you been reaching for this week?

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Content Curates: Great British Beauty

I absolutely adore the kits Content Beauty & Wellbeing offer periodically. The latest one Content Curates: Great British Beauty #shoplocal (£25) is now sold out! (You can email to be notified when it will be back in stock at shop@beingcontent.com) I picked up the last two (well I got the Love Collection from hubby for my birthday) and treated myself to the Summer Wellbeing Collection in July.

This one is stuffed full of gorgeous British made products.  Some I've used before and some new ones too!

WOW!

Cleansers: 

Skin & Tonic Steam Clean 15ml - I simply adore this cleanser having received it in my YOU Beauty Discovery box last month. It featured in my November Lately I've Been Loving.  Happy to have another in my stash!

AS.AP Mini Cleansing Oil 5ml - this is one of my favourite products of 2014. See my review here*.  Keep your eyes peeled for an extra special AS.AP Christmas giveaway soon!

Nourish Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser 2ml - I adore this multi-use cleanser. See my review here*.

Masks:

Live Native Botanical Earth Antioxidant Mud Mask Sample - this is a deep cleansing Rhassoul Clay Face Mask which contains Acai & Raw Cacoa, Spirulina and Energetically Rejuvenating Edible 23k Gold Leaf.  This is a powder which you mix with water.  I've tried some other Live Native products and you can see my review of these here.

S5 Vitality Mask Sample 15ml - I've used a few of the S5 serums and have loved them so looking forward to trying this out.  It's a great size too so should get a few uses.

Skincare:

Oskia Deluxe Sample Kit - this contains a 15ml pot of Perfect Cleanser (which I haven't tried before!) and two sachet samples - Restoration Oil 2ml (can't wait to try!) and Renaissance Cleansing Gel 3ml see my review here.

Therapi Honey Nectar Lip Balm 5ml - this is super nourishing and one of the best lip balms I've ever used! My lips are super dry this winter weather. Every Therapi product I've tried I've loved!

Bath & Hair:

AMBRE Mini Rosemary Bath Oil 15ml - huge fan of this brand. I've tried the mango & carrot seed Hand Cream and reviewed the Gentle Face Soap and a Cupuaca & Nut Oils Body Butter sample* here.  The bath oil is lovely and one I'd buy full size.

Therapie Joie Uplifting Bath Infusion 60g - I've already tried this. See my review here.  Very uplifting and helps when you are feeling the blues!

Boucleme Cream Cleanser 100ml - this is an extra special range for curly hair (not me unfortunately!) which is free from parabens, silicones, sulphates, mineral oils, petroleum, gycol, PEGs, phthalates, artificial colours and fragrances. I'll pass it onto my curly haired pal Magi!

Skin Food:

Sweet Virtue Truffles Baobab & Vanilla x 2 - superfoodie truffles which are divine!

Of the Earth Superfood Porridge with Green Tea, Spirulina & Barley Grass - just add water for a yummy breakfast on the go!

Were you quick off the mark to buy one of these amazing kits?  Sign up to the Content newsletter to be one of the first to know of new launches and events and with your first order you get 10% off!


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August Empties

I've got loads of empties this month!  So much so the box I hold them in was overflowing!  I'm not going to use anymore up so here goes...

001 Intensive Elixir Precious Finds 50ml* - I simply loved this. It featured in my top products of 2013. So sad to finish this. Another bottle now on my wishlist.  See my review here.

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml - this is my favourite Organic Surge Shower Gel. I just love the scent. This is my second bottle. You can see I've mentioned it here, here and here.  Will definitely pick it up again and again!

G Baldwin & Co Pomegranate, Bilberry & Rose Alcohol Free Skin Toner 150ml* - a light and refreshing toner.  See my review here.  I'll probably pick this up again.

Mitchell & Peach English Growers Shower Wash 50ml - love this luxe lavender scented body wash.   

Aurelia Firm & Revitalise Dry Body Oil sample - oh WOW this is amazing! Full size on the wishlist! As like every Aurelia product - it's love!

Therapi Rose Otto Honey Gel Cleanser 5ml - simply gorgeous. Love this. Will buy full size at some point.

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser 4ml sachet - this was lovely to use and I got four uses from the sachet. One I'd consider buying.

Pelle Beauty Luxe Beauty Oil sample* - this came in July's Petit Vour box* and I loved it! Would definitely consider ordering full size.

Neom Tranquility Bath Oil mini 5ml - love these little bath oils. Will definitely buy again at some point.

Suti Rosewater Organic Facial Spritz 100ml - I love this and will definitely buy again.  See my review here. The fact that I now miss this is an indication that I will buy again!

Nourish Golden Glow Body Shimmer 2ml sample* - I'm a huge fan of the face variety and this was lovely too although a teeny tiny sample. Would maybe buy full size.

The White Company White Lavender Bath Milk 200ml - I got this as a pressie from hubby and I loved the luxe decanter. Made for a relaxing bath. I'd maybe buy.

OCÉOPIN L'huile de Graines de Pin Maritime 15ml* - this was a really lovely facial oil.  See my review here.  I loved the story behind this oil and how fab it felt on my skin. I'll definitely consider purchasing once I reduce my stash a bit!

Therapi Orange Blossom Honey Moisturiser 50ml* - this moisturiser was a delight to use. Light as air and deliciously scented.  I mentioned it here. I'll definitely buy this to use next summer.  The whole range is simply divine! (p.s. I'm a huge fan).

Soleil Organique Sunblock Mist SPF45 120ml* - loved this and it lasted two summers in the UK.  See my review here. My only negative is the pump stopped working 3/4 of the way down. Despite this I'd buy if going abroad next year.

Indie Lee Calendula Eye Balm 15ml* - I'm a huge fan of this eye balm. Super nourishing it hydrates the eye area. One I'll definitely buy. See my mini review here.

Elemis Absolute Eye Serum 15ml - love, love, love this and nearly always have one in my stash as it just works at banishing dark circles and nourishing the eye area. Will buy a new one after payday.

Aromatherapy Associates Triple Rose Renewing Moisturiser 5ml - this came as a mag freebie and I just love it! Got another to use but one I'd buy.

Neal's Yard Remedies Bee Lovely Hand Cream 50ml - a orange scented cream which moisturises the hands and nails and helps save the bees. What's not to love. Will buy again!

Merumaya Melting Cleansing Balm 2ml - this came in the Beauty Bible box in association with Latest in Beauty. Loved everything about this cleansing balm it's performance, scent, way it feels on my skin, spa like product etc. etc. Definitely one I want full size!

Bloom Remedies Geranium, Cedarwood & Sweet Orange Shower Gel 250ml - love this first received a smaller size in a swap with Ailsa and loved it so much I bought full size. See my review here. Sure to buy again.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Skin Lotion 200ml* - huge Dr Organic fan and this lotion was really lovely to use. Love the deodorant in this scent too. See my review here.  Would buy.

Living Nature Balancing Shampoo & Conditioner (both 10ml) - I loved the way these left my hair looking - smooth, shiny and soft but wasn't in love with the scents or the fact the shampoo didn't lather. Not sure if I'd buy full sizes.

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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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Content Summer Wellbeing Collection

This lovely little set has been put together for Content's Summer Wellbeing Festival.  It is limited edition so grab it while you can! - see more info here. I received their Love collection for my birthday which I just loved!  This set is great value at £18 and it contains a collection for the mind, body and soul.

It is packed full of goodies!

Therapi Honey Skincare 5ml samples of Rose Otto Honey Gel Cleanser & Moisturiser (I've tried the Orange Blossom range and loved it) (link).

Pai Skincare Camellia & Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser 50ml - huge fan of this and a great size to be included in the set (review).

The Wellbeing Guide to London Handbook - this is stuffed full of the healthiest places to go, eat, with advice from leading wellbeing practictioners, keeping fit and feeling calm. I'll be marking off places to go when in London next.

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Firm & Revitalise Dry Body Oil sample - I've been wanting to try this body oil since it was recently launched. Know it will be lovely as I'm a huge fan of the range you can see previous reviews here, here and here. Edit: It is amazing! Full size is already on my wishlist!

Ambre Botanicals Mango & Carrot Seed Extra Concentrated Hand Cream 15ml - I'm a huge fan of this brand also having reviewed their gentle face soap and body butter here.  Already tried this and I love it!

Tata Harper Irritability Aromatic Treatment sample - this calms and relaxes.

Punch Foods Super Seeds - a tube of delicious sounding snack seeds with smoked paprika and cayenne. Looking forward to trying these out!

Sun Warrior Raw Vegan Protein in Chocolate flavour - useful for anyone who wants to boost their health and fitness.

Four Sigma Sport Herbal Sachet - contains herbs which help your body go the extra mile.

I'm looking forward to trying everything out. Do you think you'll pick up this little set or have you already?