The 'Pearl' Massage Bar

So I've only recently discovered these Lush massage bars, but I've learnt that it's the sort of product that you wouldn't instantly think is practical but it is actually beauuutiful! I first bought 'Tender Is The Night' and 'Soft Coeur' which were both very different but oh so luxurious.

'Tender Is The Night' was very moisturising and I noticed how much smoother my skin felt after waking up the next day. The scent of vanilla and jasmine also seems to last for a whole day, which makes it a lot more tempting! I then tried the 'Soft Coeur' as I was wooed by the heart shape and a few of my natural ingredients such as honey, almond oil and of course cocoa butter. This seemed to take a bit more effort to melt onto your skin which wasn't a bad thing. It also was a lot rich and less oily compared to 'Tender Is The Night' but nevertheless still highly moisturising. This had a more toned down and natural scent.
I have now purchased my third massage bar this month and I am in love! 'Pearl' is one of the new products out for Christmas and the bright colour caught my eye straight away. It has a very sweet smell to it which last for ages. It's very oily just like 'Tender Is The Night' but you just have to let it soak in after a hot shower and it seems to work wonders. The fact that it includes Argan Oil, Rose Oil, and Coconut Oil got me very excited as I love all of these ingredients, and if you've been reading my previous posts you'll know how obsessed I am with Argan Oil right now!
These massage bars have lasted me about 5-6 uses but only because I use them excessively all over the body after a shower. I do have to say that once they start wearing off it gets quite messy, so you just have to be careful and not let them crumble. I'll definitely be trying more of these, I've got my eye on 'Dirty' and 'Therapy' now. I'd recommend these to anyone who likes to treat themselves after a long bath or shower, especially in the winter months as they make you feel so warm and cosy. As there's lots of different ones to choose from I'm sure everyone would find one the like.

Wild Argan Oil, The Body Shop

Hi there! So it's been a while since my last blog post but I've been really busy at work and just having lots of 'me time' in the evenings with a few of my favourite products and curling up in bed with a good book. Just like most of you out there I'm a huge fan of The Body Shop and have many favourites that I re-purchase a lot! The thing I love most after having a hot shower is indulging myself in the body butter and a body mist to layer up the scent. I've always been in love with the Moringa range as it's just such a delicate but beautiful fragrance and is also very hydrating. Another reason why I've carried on using the Moringa range for years is because it's free of parabens, unlike some of the others.

But that all changed when the Wild Argan Oil range came out. Argan Oil has been all the rage for the past couple of years, and more and more products now include this amazing oil. I was so excited to try this range as soon as it came out, although I've not yet tried all the products from this range. The body butter is one of my favourites, as it's a lot more hydrating and rich compared to the other body butters, which means you use less of the product. It also has a slight scent that lingers for hours after you've used it on your skin.

I mentioned the Solid Oil Lip Balm in my previous post and I managed to go through my first tub within two months. Not because you need a lot to soothe your lips but just because I love how moisturising it is, and the smooth texture. If you've liked any of their lip balms then I'm sure you'll love this lip oil!

I've been trying out lots of their shower gels recently, mainly because I love the travel sized ones for small getaways and overnight stays. I find the packaging really cute and it's amazing how layering the products can make the scent last so much longer. I started using Honeymania at the start of Autumn as it's a stronger scent and makes you feel all warm and fuzzy after a long shower before bed. But of course I had to try the Wild Argan Oil Shower Gel. I feel like this one is very moisturising and I will definitely be re-purchasing this again.

The one other thing I tried from the range was the Bubbling Bath, which I've only used a couple of times so far, just because I'm not really a fan of baths. Don't get me wrong it's nice to soak up a warm scented bath with loads of bubbles (hint hint Lush bath bombs) but I honestly get bored and I'll be out after a quick ten minute soak, which I don't really think is worth the effort of preparing a bath?! This product also seemed very rich and made the bath Reeally bubbly which was nice, but I do think it'll be a while until I finish this bottle. So far I've loved all the products and I've been meaning to try out the Radiant Oil and the Miracle Solid Oil, which reminds me of their coconut oil I used for years on end. Normally in the winter I layer up a body oil with the body butter afterwards, so seeing as it's getting a bit more chilly out there I might just have an excuse! Has anyone else tried any of these products? I'd love to know what your favourites are, xo

The Season to Butter Up

What's the one thing you hate about Winter? Chapped lips. It's the bane of my life during the cold months and I know I can't be the only one. I'm so used to constantly putting on lip balm that when I don't have any on I feel bare and uncomfortable. I've tried so many lip balms in the past few years and although I've re-purchased certain ones, just recently I found the one that is perfect for me. I've heard a lot of people raving about the Nuxe Reve De Miel lip balm and I never understood why it was so special, until now.

I have a habit of smothering my lips many times a day whether its after every meal or the one thing I do before bed. The fact that most lip balms I use are so easy to glide on and off in one go is the reason that I constantly treat my lips. But I've been using the Reve De Miel for just over a week and I've noticed such a difference. It's definitely not like other lip balms as it seems to be a lot more concentrated and thicker in texture. I felt a bit odd when I started using it as it's quite sticky and doesn't come off easily. I've even had to reduce the amount I use as this one literally stays on all night. I've used it every night and woken up with the softest lips, although it sometimes seems like there's an extra layer on your lips, and that's when I reach for the Lush lip scrub.

A lot of lip balms I've used recently would wash off with warm water but this one doesn't. The only time I've disliked it is when I eat something quite messy and it still stays glued to my lips, (along with the food). So I've started to clean and scrub my lips more often to start fresh with a new application of lip balm and colour on top. I started using the Mint Julips lip scrub a few years ago and I've used it every day since. It's great for getting rid of the dead skin and as a base before applying anything to the lips. Never again am I resorting to an old toothbrush for this.

I've still been using my other lip balms occasionally when I want a quick refresh during the day on top of lipstick. One of my recent new favourites was Body Shop's Argan Oil Solid Oil Lip Balm, which I feel is more soothing and easier to apply over colour, compared to all the other Body Shop lip butters. I've also loved the Kiko Nourishing Night Balm for a good few years as that always feels like it soaks in your skin for softer lips the next day. I've just decided to not mix the Nuxe Reve De Miel with any of my other lip balms as it works much better alone or with lipstick. As it is more thick and matte it's a better base before applying colour. Has anyone else tried any of these lip balms or have any other favourites? xo