Seasonal Favourite - Lush 'Snow Fairy' + a new perfect partner!

One of the only times I get really excited about Christmas goodies being available super early is when I see this seasonal body wash back in Lush. Time to stock up again!

Snow Fairy from Lush is a vegan friendly sugar sweet body wash that is only released for Christmas time each year. It smells like it looks, a fairy floss delight with a hint of fruit and musk! It's a bright pink with a blue/purple fine glitter in it, but the glitter definitely doesn't show up on your skin. I think it's just there to make it more magical. ^_^

If you aren't a fan of sweet smells in the shower, this might not be for you, but I have found that with it's new partner in crime (Rub Rub Rub, also by Lush) it definitely tones it down a little and changes the scent. You really need to get them to try it in store on you (that's how I fell in love with this new combo) to really experience the combo properly before buying.

The 'Rub Rub Rub' body scrub is a smooth paste of really fine particles so it's not overly abrasive, but still leaves your skin smooth and exfoliated and smelly amazing! You can use it on it's own of course too, and it smells great by itself, but I am definitely a fan of this combo.

Lush describes Rub Rub Rub as:

"a bit of a variation on the normal shower gel. Sea salt is gently exfoliating, extra cleansing and mineral-rich. After scrubbing, it dissolves in water, leaving your plughole free of blockages. This new blue scrub is startlingly refreshing, with a dash of lemon juice and the tropical scent of mimosa blossom. Just hop in the shower and rub, rub, rub!"

[image from www.lush.com.au]

If you're a fan of sweet bath and shower gels then this is definitely one to check out. I've been buying it for 3 years now and I always stock up with a few bottles to last me through the year. 

You can purchase Snow Fairy by Lush in 3 sizes: 

- 100g / $9.95 aus

- 250g / $16.50 aus

- 500g / $29.95 aus

Rub Rub Rub by Lush comes in one size: 330g / $12.95 - a little goes a long way with this product though. 

I purchased mine in store, and you can check your local store on their website here: https://www.lush.com.au/shop/common/store_locations . You can also purchase online if you're not close to any stores. :) It's also a great gift idea! Cute and cheap. 

Have you tried Snow Fairy or Rub Rub Rub by Lush? What is your favourite Lush product? x

Lush - Cosmetic Warrior fresh face mask

If you're not too familiar with the brand Lush it's a handmade cosmetic company headquartered in the UK that produces and sells a variety of products made from fresh organic ingredients, and that do not test or buy from companies that test on animals. It's a great brand with some great ideas and although I avoided the shop for a long time due to the intense smell that usually emanates within a 5 metre radius of the shop, I'm so glad I finally bit the bullet a little while ago and ventured inside!

As you can see in the photos above, the ingredients really are fresh. Each batch comes with a sticker for when it was packaged (and by whom, how cute!), and for when the product will expire. Because the ingredients in these masks are of a nature to expire quite quickly (fresh organic eggs for example) the masks have to be kept in the fridge and do have a bit of a short expiry date, but it just gives you more of a reason to be treating your skin on an even more regular basis like it deserves.

This mask is described by Lush as "A superhero face mask to combat spots, cleanse dirt, calm and soothe all troubled skins. " I have previously tried the brazened honey mask which has a bit better smell than this mask as this one contains more potent ingredients like garlic and tea tree oil to help soothe troubled skin, but once it's on your face it's nothing noticeable at all. 

You apply a fairly thick layer of the mask and it dries within 5 - 10 minutes, then rinse clean with warm water leaving a fresh smooth surface. I'm not particularly prone to acne, but I do have a few spots here and there, and this mask does soothe my skin like it describes. It's not drying at all which I love, and my skin looks instantly brighter and more energised once I'm done with the mask. 

For me not being too prone to acne I don't know that I would use this particular mask again, but I would definitely recommend it for anyone who does suffer these issues. Your face will love it! I did see benefits from this mask even though my skin is pretty clear though so give it a try if you like how it sounds and see how you like it. :)

LUSH products are available to order online from www.lush.com.au, and this mask is online here for $15.95. Lush is also available throughout Australia in Lush shops, so if you're looking to head in and check out their range you can see where your closest shop is on the store locator here.

What's your favourite Lush product? Have you used this mask before? x