Category : Bath & Body

If you read the tiny print on a bottle of insect repellent like I did it’d spur you on to try something natural. You can make your own insect repellent without any harmful chemicals.It also doubles as a moisturising oil. You only need five ingredients to make the oil. I used to buy my oils from...

I love bath products. Today I tried Lush Glorious Mud body mask. This is essentially a fizzy cube that cleanses the skin. You rub the cube all over your body in the shower. According to Lush’s site the cubes contain Aloe Vera which is soothing and sesame which moisturises. They contain bicarbonate...

I am recording my May favourites later and was gathering the products I needed when I realised that there is one item that I have relied heavily on last month. No fancy creams or expensive make-up just exfoliating gloves. I have tried quite a few brands of exfoliating gloves but my favourites are...

I have been testing Lush Almond & Coconut Smoothie and thought it was about time I shared my thoughts with you. Here we go… The good: It’s not drying on my skin It doesn’t cause a kp reaction (the yuck bumps on the backs of my arms) although  it didn’t get rid...

I used to have natural bath bomb in my soap store but I didn’t like the bomb idea. I wanted something more elegant and luxurious so I started experimenting. Here is what I came up with…. It’s like a bath bouquet. I need your help naming it. As you know my soap store is now called...

I have been testing Lush Dream Cream for 2 months now so I thought it was high time for a review. Lush market this cream to those with troubled skin. Chamomile and lavender are amongst the calming ingredients, however, for some Lavender can cause irritation. It’s designed to reduce redness and...

My skin has recently been reeping the rewards of Jojaba oil. I add a little to my soaps and my night serum. Since it’s so widely accessible I thought I’d share a little about its benefits and uses. I’m all on for affordable ways to improve  my skin. What is Jojoba? Jojoba is a...

After listing the ingredients in cosmetics that are best avoided (click here to see list) , I decided to post an overview of a natural skincare line that I like, Liz Earle. Some of the products are amazing whilst some are a wee bit boring… The products I mentioned: Liz Earle Cleanse and...

I often wonder whether the benefits of my skincare products outweigh the negatives. There are other times when I find myself irritated by the fact that after continued use of a product my skin conditions flare. Here are some ingredients that are known to cause irritation, allergic reaction and in...

There is nothing worse than a breakout on the delicate skin on your chest or your back. I know this a common problem but that we ladies tend not to bring it up. I hate the idea of applying a shower gel designed for breakouts. They can dry the rest of your skin. It also means that you are using plenty...

If you are suffering from water retention and there is no underlying medical condition, there are a couple of natural things you can try to reduce the bloat. 1. Reduce your sodium intake.  When your ankles are puffy, salt is often the culprit. Bear in mind that sodium is lashed into ready-made meals,...

As many of you know I was was at the Irish Blog Awards on Saturday. I was an honour to get into the top 5 in the Fashion/Beauty category (I will post some photos in the morning). In preparation for the night I decided to apply some St Tropez. Since becoming a brunette I have been relying heavily...

As you know, I’m a fan of baths. I like experimenting with different oils and ingredients that suit my sensitive skin and enhance mood. I have been having one of these baths as a treat since Christmas. The oil blend used a very uplifting and put me in a good mood. The milk is great for sensitive...

I am a busy bee preparing Mother’s Day gift boxes. The box includes seven 100% natural soap bars. I use therapeutic quality essential oils to soothe skin. I have added  in some free items, since Mammy’s are worth it. The box includes: Lemongrass & Calendula Body Wash Bar (Fresh...

Lush Goodies: Coconut Deodorant Celestial Moisturiser Dream Cream Almond & Coconut Smoothie Facial Pharmacy Bar Enchanted Eye Cream I’m looking forward to giving them a try. Reviews coming soon! Have you tried any of these products? What is your favourite Lush item?