LUSH - Blackberry Bath Bomb

Lush Says

'As soon as you drop this into your bath, tension is banished as the bergamot and frankincense oils are released. Bergamot is used in aromatherapy for anxiety, depression and nervous tension, and is both relaxing and uplifting as well as antibacterial. You’ll soon feel calmed as frankincense oil helps slow down breathing and induces a feeling of wellbeing.'

This is one of those bath bombs that I simply picked up for the price to fill my basket a bit more but like all bath bombs I don't read what it does,what it has in it etc. 

I give it a sniff and if my nose approves in the basket it goes, popping it in my bath instantly turned into a lovely shade of purple with random little bits that looked like little drops of ink BUT there was also this strange blotches of a kind of film floating around the bath too, I can't even think of a way to describe so I've provided a picture below.

 Once I'd jumped in the tub they did eventually disappear but when I lifted my leg I had random streaks of purple across my body, luckily with a bit of body wash it came off but cut my bath short as I just wanted to get out. The strange kind of film had also started sticking to the side of my bath which only meant one thing the longer I was in the harder it would have been to remove from the sides of the bath.

To make up for all the staining this bath bomb did kind of make up for it with a little surprise!

Despite all its cons after reading the uses of some of the ingredients used for Anxiety I think I will repurchase and put it aside for a day that I'm struggling with my anxiety a bit more than on a usual day. 

Just to see if it helps in anyway.

LUSH - Luxury Lush Pud

 Lush Says...

'This year, our Lil' Lush Pud has had a luxurious makeover... with a soothing lavender fragrance and calming pastel colours, this bath bomb is perfect for bed time, or any time you want to relax. This bath bomb shares a fragrance with our Twilight bath bomb. With lavender oil, ylang ylang and tonka absolute, you'll be soothed and calmed as little islands of colour float out into your bath water.'

 I know I'm pretty late with this one as christmas has been and gone now but I'm only just making my way through my christmas bath bombs, Each time I had a bath through out the christmas period I just wanted to get in already rather than taking photos before hand so never used them and saved them for when I had my camera to hand (bad blogger).

I had luxury lush pud last year when the bottom was purple and loved it so it goes without saying it was a must have this year too, This year was no different to last year the burst of colourful enough to get anyone excited to jump in. I was even accused by Issy of making my baths more fun then theirs naughty mummy so the luxury lush pud is without a doubt on the girls list for next year too.

As promised it leaves you perfectly relaxed ready for bed or whenever you really want to relax,

Better yet a bath full of so many colours and you don't need to spend the next 1O minutes scrubbing the bath to get the colour off when you get out PERFECT!

LUSH - Sparkler Bath Bomb

 As soon as I saw sparkler I was really excited to purchase and use it, I had alot of high hopes for it!

I finally used it the other night in the girls bath (I'm really late I know)

I don't know if it's because it has sat for some time but I was really disappointed unlike northern lights it didn't wizz around or resemble a sparkler at all. It frothed and hardly moved again I don't know if this is because it had sat for some time rather than being used shortly after purchase, tbh in the photos I took it looked like the girls had an accident in the bath rather than a bath bomb which is never pleasant.  When it eventually came into life it still didn't wizz around like usual when they reach the inside, it just sat pretty lifeless so I gave it the extra oomf! 

It turned the bath a yellow colour which the girls said was wee *insert monkey covering eyes emoji here*

It left the bottom of the bath covered in glitter which if my mum saw would send her into a total freak out! I was expecting to be there for some time scrubbing the bath trying to get rid of it all but with a quick run round with the shower the bath looked brand new again.

I'm gutted I didn't use it sooner, I think I'd repurchase again next year to see if it actually was down to it sitting for so long and reading other reviews on it.

 

 Did you get your hands on sparkler this year?

LUSH Haul Nov '14

This is my first order with LUSH cosmetics new completely naked packaging! 

D'Fluff strawberry shaving soap 7Og - £5.75
 We’ve whisked up our shaving soap with fresh strawberries and cocoa butter to create a gorgeous bit of fluff that leaves you silky smooth. This marshmallowy treat contains coconut oil, golden syrup, and egg whites to create a light texture that makes de-fluffing a dream.

 

Luxury lush pud bath bomb - £3.5O
 Unwind (or calm down excited children) with this soothing bath bomb. Perfect before bedtime, drop this in the bath and watch it create pastel-coloured islands in the pink water as it fizzes and froths. Sharing its fragrance with Twilight bath bomb, the comforting tonka absolute, ylang ylang, and relaxing lavender oils will help banish tension.

Shoot for the stars bath bomb - £3.5O
 Paint the swirling colours of the night sky over the surface of your bathwater with this multi-coloured bath bomb. Drop this in your bathwater and watch it shoot around the bath releasing multiple colours before leaving a trail of quicksilver. As the spinning and swirling orb comes to a standstill, enjoy the sweet scent found in Honey I Washed The Kids and the calming, shimmering midnight blue water.

Golden wonder bath bomb - £3.75
 If you're wondering what's inside this golden bath bomb, give it a shake and drop it in the bath to reveal its glittering contents. Soak in its soft citrus fragrance as the vibrant gifts inside unveil themselves and make you feel as if you're bathing in luxury. The uplifting blend of sweet orange, lime and cognac oils will leave you feeling cheerful. 

Father christmas bath bomb - £3.5O
 A festive bath bomb to bring Santa's presence into the bath. Once you pop this jolly bomb in your bath, it turns your water from bright red to vivid green. This year, Father Christmas will fill your bathroom with the popular sweet scent of Snow Fairy. All we want for Christmas is this Santa, baby!

Cosmetic warrior face mask - £6.5O
 A gentle and balancing fresh face mask with antibacterial tea tree and fresh garlic working together to cleanse. Fresh green grapes clean and cool the skin, whilst free range eggs tighten its texture and antimicrobial honey leaves it soft and moisturised. Smooth a generous layer of this mask onto your face and leave for 10 to 15 minutes.

 and my free issue of LUSH times!

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LUSH - Lord of Misrule

Inspired by the ruler of the Pagan Feast of Fools, Lord of Misrule brings mischievous revelry to the tub with a spicy herbal blend of patchouli and black pepper oil. As it slowly froths in the water, hypnotic swirling silver luster is released and the deep green exterior soon gives way to a rich, wine-colored center. Just like at the Feast of Fools, when the wine begins flowing, the revelry really begins! Popping candies fizz and crackle, creating a world of magic and mischief right before your eyes.

I'm pretty sure I paid £3.5O but it's no longer on the lush website as Lord of misrule is one of their Halloween bath bombs so I can't be 1OO% sure.

I grabbed lord of misrule on my most recent trip to lush in Bromley they didn't have many of the ones I set out to buy but I finally got my hands on this one! 

Pink was one colour I didn't expect to see but as always LUSH always pack their bath bombs with all sorts of surprises, I loved how it left my bath looking like a watermelon until I climbed in and mixed it all together. 

I won't need to go into to much detail on colours etc as I have the video of my one up on my you tube 

YAY!

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Bluewater LUSH V.I.P Party

On Friday the 3rd LUSH in bluewater held a V.I.P party ready for their shop re-launch (O4/1O/14) after being closed while a shop refurb took place.

I was lucky enough to have an invite to this great event as a blogger.

While there not only were we spoiled with being the first to see how the new shop looked,get a peak at the new Halloween/Christmas range we were also spoilt with champagne,orange juice, a selection of vegan cakes,live music played by 2 very talented ladies Mary & Siobhan,skin consultations,lipstick matching and a chance to make your very own comforter bubble bar! 

Mine got squished on the way home but is still awesome as hell and smells delicious.

 Not only was we lucky enough to get all of that but we also left with a goody bag containing candy mountain and a slice of honey I washed the kids.

Right enough of me rambling lets get to the pictures of the shops NEW layout.....

 Tasha from over at tashatime2relax getting her lipstick match!

 The staff there were brilliant if you had a question they had an answer, They made me feel so welcome talking about not only the products but general interests we had in common and always made sure I was okay, well fed and watered, overall it was an amazing night I would love to return to the store for more events and some shopping!
It would have been rude to attend a party, receive a goody bag and not make a purchase wouldn't it?

So while there I made a little purchase I'd have loved to have bought a whole lot more but funds wouldn't allow me to :( 

I got 

Cinders bath bomb - £2.5O

Christmas eve bubble bar - £2.95

Dashing santa bath bomb - £2.95

Butterbear bath bomb - £1.95

Northern lights bath bomb - £3.5O 

Shoot for the stars bath bomb - £3.5O

A HUGE thank you to LUSH bluewater for my invite, thank you for a great evening!

LUSH - Northern Lights

'Escape into relaxation with this bath bomb that gives an impressive display no matter where you are in the world. As the ends fizz away, the middle slowly dissolves to reveal blue and neon green, turning your water into a calming jasmine and ylang ylang-scented swirling night sky scattered with stars.'

£3.5O each

The minute I saw this bath bomb and read its name I just knew it wouldn't disappoint and it had to come home with me, Andy said not so long ago about wanting to go and see the northern lights me being the dits that I am thought we'd actually have to go up north to Newcastle. As you can imagine this left him in one of his many fits of giggles with the things I come out with, The minute the bath bomb hit the water it went on one of those crazy spinny circles that they often do bursting with gorgeous colours which had me squealing like a little piglet with delight.

The smell was amazing, the mixture of different sized stars floating in my bath added that extra cutesy touch and it left my bath like a big glass of blackcurrant it took all I had not to pretend I was in a ribena advert.

As expected this bath bomb really didn't disappoint in the slightest, Will so be stocking up before they disappear out of lush stores.
AND the thing we always want after using a bath bomb not one stain was left in the bath.

LUSH - Karma bubble bar

'Get an instant lift with this bubble bar with our signature exotic orange and patchouli fragrance. Sweet orange oil is refreshing, tangy and uplifting, as is lemongrass oil. Lavandin is a close relative of lavender and has similarly relaxing properties. Pine oil adds a fresh, green note to the perfume and elemi oil, which is traditionally used in incense recipes, adds complexity and freshness.'

£3.25 each 

With both the girls at school/nursery I thought I'd use that time wisely and use one of the bubble bars from my last LUSH haul.

So the karma bubble bar it was, I'd usually dunk the whole of this in as I love BUBBLES but as I'd promised the girls I'd let them use one of my bubble bars it's only fair to save them some. 

 I broke a little bit off not totally thinking it through camera in one hand, bubble bar in the other with a running bath resulted in getting a chunk in my hand and the other bit of that chunk all over the floor ahh...

I expected it to change the colour of my bath water a little more than it did but lets face it I'm not 5 I can deal with it!

As I mentioned before when I head into lush I don't go in knowing what bath products do what etc, If it smells good it will go in my basket and I read up on it after I've used it.

We all know what happened next don't we?

With Lavadin being an ingredient it goes without saying I crashed out on my bed and eventually woke up at 2:45 3O minutes before I was due to grab the girls, hair a wet mess where I fell asleep with a towel still on my head, a squabble to get my clothes together and get ready for the school pick up. 

Will I be buying this again YES! 

any lush product that has any hint of lavender in is guaranteed to knock me out good and proper.

Birthday Wishlist

LUSH - Avobath

'Avobath in the morning to help you face the day: its lemongrass and bergamot oils will pick you up while also tackling dryness with avocado and olive oil. It contains lustre, which gives a shimmering green effect to the water, but will leave your skin feeling dazzling without the dazzle. It also contains lots of mashed avocado and olive oil to tackle dehydration, making this an excellent choice for dry skin sufferers.'

 

I grabbed Avobath in my latest LUSH haul, It wasn't one I planned to get so I didn't read up on what it was meant to do or what it's features were but I smelt it and it just had to go in my basket. Me being me not knowing anything about the bath bomb used it in the evening once the girls had gone to bed, no wonder I wasn't ready for bed at the usual time I'm crawling to bed *insert monkey hiding face smiley*

The smell was just amazing it has to be the most strongest bath bomb I've purchased yet smell wise, 

As you may well know green is my faveorite colour so the gorgeous shade of green it left my bath water was amazing for me even if Andy did come in and say it looked like I was sat in slime.

Once I'd climbed in I noticed little chunks of something floating in the bath with me first thoughts were 'urgh' but when I finally caught some it looked like some kind of fruit chunk then I noticed the glittery/shimmery effect and it changed to 'oohhh'  

While in the tub I noticed some slight staining round the edges of the bath but nothing a wipe over wouldn't sort.

 

I'd happily buy this bath bomb again just for its scent although it was a bit over bearing at times, my room still smells amazing! 

You can purchase Avobath either in a LUSH store or online for £3.25