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Monday, 30 September 2013

Sandstone Soap

Posted on 15:39 by tony

Recently, I won a rather large slab of this soap on eBay. As with most of my Lush purchases, I didn't know anything about the product beforehand, only that it was difficult to get hold of, so I wasn't going to waste an opportunity. 

When the mysterious soap arrived, I wasn't particularly enamoured with the smell; a light zesty citrus-y lemon scent not unlike Northern Lights or Bohemian. Neither was I particularly bowled over my it's appearance; a murky mustardy brown colour speckled with flecks of sand and what looked like clumps of glycerine. Needless to say, I wasn't expecting anything spectacular in the shower. 

However, this soap not only proved me wrong, but surpassed all of my expectations, and has now cemented itself as one of my favourite Lush products ever!

Sandstone Soap is advertised as an exfoliating bar suitable for use on the face or body. It has a layer of sand to help target rough and bumpy areas, and also features the seductive citrus scent of a caipirinha cocktail, which makes you feel and smell clean and fresh after use.
I put this bad boy to the test one afternoon, while soaking myself in the bath. After shaving, I began to aggressively rub my legs, underarms and torso with a small piece that I'd cut from my slab. Although I did make myself bleed slightly, I immediately noticed the difference to my body. My skin felt taut and smooth, toned and resilient. It really did feel and look as if the soap was removing bumps and blemishes from the surface of my skin. By the third use, my legs looked smoother and firmer and the change in consistency was very noticeable. 

Normally in the summer, my legs can get rather dry and I find myself having to moisturise 2-3 times a day sometimes. The problem with this is that when it gets too hot, I find myself sweating slightly, which just makes my legs feel greasy from the different lotions I use. 

Having used Sandstone only a handful of times, I find that my legs stay smooth and moisturised for days after use, which means I don't have to mask my skin with any lotions. 

I've really enjoyed using this soap. I've found that it lathers up really well in the shower and lasts ages - some Lush soaps are really soft and run out pretty quickly, but not this one.The only negative aspect, is that if it is used in the bath, you tend to get grains of sand resting in the base of your tub, which can make for a rather uncomfortable experience. This is definitely best used in the shower.
With that most uplifting of essential oils - litsea cubeba oil – Sandstone wakes up the mind even before it gets started on the skin. It’s the perfect soap for summer, and the exfoliating sand will get your skin beach-ready in no time. It's an amazing product!

Quantitative Ingredients: Water, Sand, Glycerine, Rapeseed Oil and Coconut Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Stearate, Perfume, Litsea Cubeba Oil, Coriander Oil, Sodium Chloride, EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Gardenia Extract, *Citral, *Geraniol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal.

Vegan?: Yes



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Sunday, 29 September 2013

Noubar Soap

Posted on 15:38 by tony

Despite possessing enough soap to last me a couple of years, I cannot help but bid on products I don't have. So when a rather large slab of Noubar appeared on eBay recently, I sure as hell was not going to let it slip through my fingers...

Lush claim that Noubar contains smoky vetivert oil and Turkish rose absolute to keep you sweet every time you wash. However, the scent that greeted me on first sniff was not of rose or vetivert. Instead, I detected a smooth, nutty scent, which is not surprising as this soap contains an impressive four different types of nut; peanuts, walnuts, almonds and pistachios.

Unlike a lot of other Lush soaps, this one has a lot of ingredients in it, which is probably why it felt heavier and more compressed than other soaps I have come across. I have read online that many people find this soap rather difficult to lather up and although it is quite a stubborn soap, there's a reason for this. I'd definitely say that this is more of a creamy, moisturising soap, so although it doesn't produce as much foam as others, the gel it does create is very exfoliating and gentle on the skin. Too much of this and I think it would dry out my skin.

The great thing about the different types of nuts featured in Noubar, is that they give the soap a rough, coarse texture that helps to remove unwanted dead cells and smooth out lumps and bumps.  Coupled with the oils and minerals, this soap is great at both scrubbing and softening the skin, while at the same time moisturising it so it is not irritated or damaged by the treatment.

It's a very subtle smelling soap, with elements of gardenia and rose mixed in with the woody scent of pistachios and almonds. It definitely has the look and feel of nougat to it, hence the name, and would be most suited towards someone who doesn't like overpowering smells. I was rather impressed by how hydrated and smooth my skin felt after use, and it definitely didn't have that tight, dried out feeling that some soaps can sometimes give you.

As this soap performed so well, and I know that this particular block is somewhat old, I'd be intrigued to experience what a fresh piece could do to my skin and whether or not the smell is intensified by it's freshness.

Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerine, Rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil, Coconut Oil (Brassica napus; Helianthus annuus; Cocos nucifera), Chopped Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea), Chopped Almonds (Prunus dulcis), Chopped Walnuts (Juglans regia), Sodium Hydroxide, Perfume, Titanium Dioxide, Pistachio Nuts (Pistacia vera), Gardenia Extract (Gardenia jasminoides), Vetivert Oil (Vetiveria zizanoides), Rose Absolute (Rosa damascena), Cedarwood Oil (Cupressus Funebris), Sodium Chloride, Geraniol, *Citronellol, FD& C Blue No. 1.

Vegan?: Yes


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Friday, 27 September 2013

Waving Not Drowning Bath Bomb

Posted on 15:36 by tony

Waving not Drowning was named after a poem by Stevie Smith. Lush thought the idea of struggling in deep water was a good description for the way people sometimes feel when they’re stressed and have trouble sleeping. There's no surprise then, that one of the main ingredients in this bath bomb is lavender. 

Waving Not Drowning claims to help induce tiredness in even the most stubborn of sleepers, with a blend of essential oils that have been specially selected to aid restful slumbers. I cannot see how this would work amongst those with chronic insomnia, but I cannot see how it would hinder sleep in anyway. 

The fragrance is mainly floral, with relaxing lavender and ylang ylang, but there’s also a hint of cardamom and fennel, which will help clear the mind and put a stop to those whirring thoughts that can keep us awake at night.

Disappointingly, this bath bomb is on the smaller side, so when I first popped it in the bath, the beautiful purple colour dispersed rather quickly around the tub, leaving me with a faint thistle-coloured water. The scent was also short-lasting, and within minutes of entering the tub, I could no longer smell anything at all. 

In it's favour, Waving Not Drowning does help to relax your mind and body, and it did make me feel rather sleepy afterwards. It was also nice to get the occasional whiff of lavender once I'd laid my head down on the pillow that night. However, this was very similar to the Ickle Baby Bot, in that it didn't feel like there was enough of the bath ballistic to give me a fully satisfying bath.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Lavender Oil, Ylang Ylang Oil, Fennel Oil, *Benzyl Salicylate, *Geraniol, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Farnesol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Colour 17200, Colour 42053.

Vegan?: Yes









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Tuesday, 24 September 2013

Sugar Scrub

Posted on 15:35 by tony

I have always been a little dubious when it comes to Lush's sugar scrubs, mainly because I only get 3-4 uses out of them, which makes them slightly pricey in my eyes. Each time I try a new one, I tend to change up how I used it, to see if I can suss out the definitive way of getting the most out of each bar. 

With Sugar Scrub, I first tried crumbling part of it into a container and massaging the grains onto my wet skin. However, it worked much better when I used the whole bar. I used the flat side to massage onto my damp skin, and made sure I kept the dome-shaped side away from any water. This helped to maintain the product's shape and I got a few more uses out of it than with previous scrubs. 

The scrub is made up of sugar, grated ginger and fresh fennel, all of which help to liven up tired skin and sort out dry patches and uneven skin. Lush have added in fennel oil as it is said to be a great diuretic, draining water and toxins from the tissues in the skin. And although this product has a very faint scent, it's definitely the fennel that makes the biggest impression. This scrub also has lavender oil and fresh ginger to soften and massage clogged skin and help to smoothen out imperfections on the skin. 
When I first used this, I could instantly feel how soft my skin had become. Unlike Rub Rub Rub, Sugar Scrub exfoliates the skin without leaving that slightly greasy feeling afterwards. As the scent is very faint, this also means that it won't mask any lotions or perfume that you choose to put on afterwards.  

Although it's a pain to store Sugar Scrub without getting it wet, and it's also annoying having to ensure it doesn't make contact with running water during your shower, it is a product that I'll buy and use again as it does exactly what it says on the tin.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sugar, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cream of Tartar, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fresh Fennel, Fennel Oil, Lavender Oil, Fresh Ginger Root, Cocamide DEA, Lauryl Betaine, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Chlorophyllin.

Vegan?: Yes




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Sunday, 22 September 2013

Spank Me With Saplings Shower Jelly

Posted on 15:33 by tony
Although this is my first shower jelly review, it's definitely not the first Lush jelly I've tried. First invented for Lush's 10th anniversary, these multipurpose products can be used on any part of your body and through a number of different ways; In their normal form, they can be rubbed between palms to create a foam; They can also be dissolved in water to create a shower gel consistency. Finally, they can also be frozen and used as more of a massage bar. 

No matter which way you choose to use your jellies, they ultimately act as an alternative to that of the shower gel. So why have shower jellies if their only purpose is to replicate another established product? 

Firstly, the jellies are able to be stored in small, clear tubs that can be recycled. As of yet, Lush have still not found a successful way to recycle the bottles that gels, hair care and some lotions are sold in. Secondly, jellies are a much more cost-effective product as you only need a surplus amount to create a foam. The number of times that I've been too generous with my shower gels and wasted large quantities of product down the plughole, doesn't bare thinking about.
Thirdly, jellies travel a lot better than their gel counterpart. Jellies are lighter and don't have the risk of leaking all over your clothes. Finally, Lush claim that jellies are a lot more interesting to use than the 'boring' shower gels. Being able to freeze, squeeze and dissolve them as you please sounds rather fun, right?

I was somewhat intrigued by Lush's apt choice of name for this jelly and decided to research how they chose such a title. I found that the name was inspired by a Nordic tradition, wherein locals, attempting to warm-up after venturing outside, would run around slapping themselves with birch twigs to try and warm up their bodies. Odd. 

As with all of Lush's shower jellies, one of the main ingredients is carrageenan seaweed gel which is full of minerals and vitamins and makes your skin and hair softer. There's also a range of different oils which helps to moisturise and heal pores.

The scent is a bright, sharp citrus smell with herbal and earthy undertones. You can smell the subtle sharpness of the black pepper intertwined with the oak moss and grape juice. Although there doesn't seem to be any lemon added in here, it definitely smells more lemony than grapey. The refreshing cucumber seals the deal and creates quite an unusual and beguiling fragrance. 

At first I was unsure whether I liked the scent but after a while I came to love it's uniqueness and it was definitely refreshing first thing in the morning. Plus I liked imagining those buff nordic fellas running around with sticks (Oooer!)

However, although I agree with the first three sentiments above, I cannot say I was particularly enamoured with the whole jelly experience. I found using the jelly rather fiddly, trying to break off a small piece without showering the whole pot with water. I also found it difficult to lather up the jelly without dropping it or losing it down the plughole, which isn't any different from me losing my shower gel down the drain. 

Next time, I will definitely experiment with the jelly and see what works best for me. In the meantime, I hope Lush don't intend on making the shower gel extinct as I was would much rather have my old-school gels.

Quantitative Ingredients: Glycerine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sea Water, Bay leaf and Olive leaf infusion, Propylene Glycol, Grape Juice, Carrageenan Extract, Fresh Cucumber juice, Perfume, Olive Oil, Cinnamon Leaf Oil, Neroli Oil, Oakmoss Absolute, Black Pepper Oil, Chlorophyllin, Gardenia Extract, *Cinnamal, *Citral, *Eugenol, *Geraniol, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Citronellol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

Vegan?: Yes



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Thursday, 19 September 2013

Still Life Bath Ballistic

Posted on 15:31 by tony


Still Life is one of a series of bath bombs that were inspired by famous works of art. In this case, Lush have recreated Van Gogh’s famous Sunflowers painting in ballistic form, a feat that they have succeeded in doing. 

Admittedly, when I purchased a handful of these beauties online, it was only because they were part of the June 2013 retro range. However, once they had arrived, I was instantly intrigued by their citrusy smell and beautiful flower design. 

With a beautiful selection of citrus essential oils like bergamot, lemon and sweet wild orange, the fragrance of Still Life is light and uplifting. It explodes in the bath, leaving the water bright yellow, and releases both sunflower and marigold petals, which swirl around the tub while you bathe. It has a citrus scent which fills your bathroom and leaves you invigorated and more awake.

Lush have added lemon oil and sweet wild orange oil which moisturises and tones your skin. These ingredients, along with Bergamot oil, help to awaken the senses and refresh the mind. This is a great bath bomb to use before a long day at work, or after a tiring day at the beach.

I was really hoping that Still Life would be as close a replacement to The Enchanter as possible. And there was a small part of me that was a tad disappointed when I realised that this would not be the case. However, Still Life is still a brilliant bath bomb, and one that I'll be stocking up on before Lush remove it from their site.

This is a sunny, uplifting bath bomb that will be a great accompaniment during a, hopefully, hot summer. For those that don't like mess, it may be worth removing the flower petals before you get in the bath. However, I found that they floated to the bottom during the experience, and were very easy to removed once the water had been drained.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Perfume, Lemon Oil, Bergamot Oil, Sweet Wild Orange Oil, Sunflower Petals, Marigold Head dried, *Citral, *Limonene, *Linalool, Gardenia Extract, Sunflower Petals.

Vegan?: Yes









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Monday, 16 September 2013

The Comforter Bubble Bar

Posted on 15:30 by tony

If there's one product in Lush's regular range that I would recommend above all others, the Comforter Bubble Bar would be it. In fact, it is one of my favourite Lush products ever, easily making my top five most treasured cosmetics of all time. It was the Comforter, in fact, that first enticed me into a Lush store. 

As Lush say, 'this isn’t called the Comforter for nothing.' They have used their expertise to produce a warming, comforting and incredibly sexy bubble bar, that smells divine and leaves the skin feeling amazing.

At the hefty price of £4.25, some consumers may be put off by the fact that it is their most expensive bubble bar available. However, once you see the size of it (bigger than the palm of my hand - and I have big hands!), you'll realise that the price is perfectly justifiable. What makes it even better value for money, is the fact that it can be broken up and used for up to four different baths. And that's not to say that these baths will be any less invigorating or exciting because you're using less; the Comforter delivers amazing results every time!

To use this bubble bar and ensure you get the most bubbles out of it, I break off a good sized piece and either place it or crumble it under a running tap. Immediately the bar begins to foam and it's not long before the bath is full of soft, velvety bubbles. The Comforter also turns the bath water a beautiful shade of deep pink, which stays vibrant throughout the whole bathing experience. 

The most impressive aspect of the Comforter is the scent, which smells reminiscent of blackcurrants, cherries, and raspberries. It really is the most beautiful scent in the whole world. The fabulous fruity fragrance permeates the bathroom, and your body, staying with you for hours. It contains cypress oil, bergamot oil, and cassis absolute, all ingredients that help to create a velvety berry and cream parfait that softens your skin.

This is a perfect bubble bar for times when you feel you need to protect yourself from the world - when you've had a hard day at work/school, and just need a little something to pick yourself up. The Comforter's gorgeous fruity and sweet blackcurrant smell is just divine and really makes you feel delicious after use. 

If you're new to Lush, or you've just not tried this product yet, I recommend that this is the next product you buy. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Cream of Tartar, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Lauryl Betaine, Perfume, Titanium Dioxide, Cocamide DEA, Bergamot Oil, Cassis Absolute, Cypress Oil, *Limonene, *Linalool, Colour 45410, Colour 17200.

Vegan?: Yes









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Friday, 13 September 2013

Jacko Bath Bomb

Posted on 07:32 by tony

2013 will be the first year I get to experience the excitement of Lush's Halloween range, as it was just after Halloween last year that I began to collect their stuff. Having scoured all over the internet, reading reviews on all of the past products and feeling envious that I'll most likely go without ever trying them, I was so excited when I spotted a collection of Jackos going for a bargain price on eBay. 

It's named after the American term 'Jack-o-Lantern' and is probably one of the most intriguing looking ballistics that Lush have ever released. What makes it stand out from the usual humdrum is it's slightly-sinister, slightly-endearing face and the fact that it's flat, as opposed to the regular sphere shaped bath bombs. This latter fact did bother me a little bit as I'm aware that smaller ballistics (such as the Ickle Bot) tend to fizzle out rather quickly and leave limited comfort in the tub.

My worries were somewhat suppressed when the Jacko hit the water and quickly turned my entire tub into a bright orange liquid. However, I was a little disappointed to see that the colour faded very quickly, and within 5 minutes of being in the bath, I found myself laying in a yellow tainted water that looked far from pleasant. 

With clove bud and cardamom oils to give it remnants of spice, and peppermint oil to soothe and soften skin, this is a bath bomb to be enjoyed when you're cold or overrun by a cold. The scent really helps to clear your mind and relax those weary eyes. However, this is another one of those ballistics that fade rather quickly in the water and I found myself tempted to put a second ballistic in to top up the scent.

Overall, it is far from the worst ballistic I've tried, but it's not one that I would use again and again. I do feel however that this scent would work really well as a shower gel. Perhaps Halloween 2013 will bring such things! 

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Cardamom Oil, Clove Bud Oil, Spearmint Oil, *Cinnamal, *Coumarin, *Eugenol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Colour 15510.

Vegan?: Yes






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Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Jungle Solid Conditioner

Posted on 05:27 by tony

I am completely baffled. Time and time again, I use Lush's solid products in the hope that I'll find something that works for me, and yet time and time again I am left frustrated and defeated. I wholeheartedly support Lush's attempt to reduce packaging waste and make their products environmentally friendly. However, if they are going to do this, surely they should be making products that can justify this switch?

Lush's Jungle Conditioner is yet another example of how me and solid hair care just do not gel. A solid bar based on fruits and cocoa butter, Jungle contains cocoa butter to give a rich condition and shine to the hair and help protect it.  It also contains fruit oils and fats to add condition and feed the hair, without making it too heavy or oily. In theory, it should leave hair nicely conditioned and easier to comb through.

On paper, it sounds as if Lush have once again created a cosmetic wonder. Yet in reality, it's a  nightmarish experience. First I tried rubbing the conditioner throughout my wet hair. It pulled and ripped my hair and left clumps of stray hairs embedded in the bar, not to mention the waxy bits that decorated my scalp. Then I tried lathering it between my hands, but with little success. The stuff simply would not lather-and after five minutes of trying, I managed to lather up enough to cover about a tenth of my head. 

I've read reviews online that suggest grating it down, microwaving it with water and so on. But seriously, who wants to go through all of that just to condition your hair?

Despite the fact that this product smells gorgeous; a tropical concoction of passion fruit, kumquat and fig, this conditioner is not practical, and will not making another appearance on my Lush shopping list. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Cocoa Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol & Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Propylene Glycol, Fresh Organic Avocado, Glyceryl Stearate & PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Perfume, Soya Lecithin, Fresh Figs, Fresh Organic Bananas, Fresh Passion Fruit, Fresh Kumquat, Cetrimonium Bromide, Ylang Ylang Oil, Vetivert Oil, Cypress Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Chlorophyllin, *Limonene, *Cinnamal.


Vegan?: Yes





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Thursday, 5 September 2013

Ceridwen's Cauldron Bath Melt

Posted on 11:25 by tony

On paper, Ceridwen's Cauldron sounds like a dream; a leisurely slow-melting bath melt full of natural essential oils and scents to soothe, relax and massage the skin. Inspired by herbal spells, natural medicine and Welsh mythology, this unique product is full of beautifying herbs and oils. 

Wrapped in muslin cloth and tied with a ribbon, Ceridwen's Cauldron definitely incites and inspires interest. Also, unlike other Lush bath products, this one cannot be easily broken up and added to different baths. So for the hefty price of £3.99, this is at the steep end of Lush's prices.

Although you cannot see through the cloth easily, CC has a whole host of ingredients that have been added for their unique properties. The main ingredient, cocoa butter, alongside the walnut oil, are gentle on the skin and help to moisturise without leaving you greasy. And unlike the cocoa butter you might find in other shops, this is the natural variety without added synthetic ingredients. Walnut oil is also rich in vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids as well as a natural antiseptic, so helps to rid of dry skin without irritating skin conditions. 

Oats are added as they have a soothing effect on the skin, and on the psyche in general, and also contain anti-inflammatory properties. They can help to relieve itchy and irritated skin. As I've said in previous posts, tangerine and lavender oil can relieve stress and even prevent insomnia. The latter can also repair skin by acting as an antibacterial healer.

Simply pop this in the bath and watch as the oils begin to seep through the cloth and into the water. What you won't get is any sort of show; The oils produce a slight 'cloudiness' to the water, but there is no colour. The water felt nice and soft but not greasy at all while I was in there and when I got out and dried myself my skin felt nice and soft, not dry and tight at all.

However, what I didn't like was that Ceridwen's Cauldron hasn't got a remarkably strong scent. In fact, I would go as far as to say that I didn't smell a single thing the whole time I was using it. I was expecting the herbal elements of the melt to come through during my bathing, enabling a more earthy experience. However, I was deeply disappointed when I didn't smell anything at all.

I think perhaps this product would be best suited when used alongside a similar bath bomb, so you get the moisturising properties of Ceridwen's Cauldron, with the visual and scented experience of a bath bomb. 

For the price I paid, I was expecting a lot more from this. So although it wasn't a bad product, it's one that I won't be returning to anytime soon.

Quantitative Ingredients: Cocoa Butter, Whole Oats, Laureth 4, Walnut Oil, Perfume, Tangerine Oil, Lavender Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Frankincense Resinoid, Rose Absolute, Elderflowers, Daisy Flowers, Cowslips, *Geraniol, *Limonene, Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes








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Monday, 2 September 2013

Jasmine and Henna Fluff-Eaze

Posted on 11:24 by tony

I was shopping for Lush products a few months back, and decided to pick myself up a tub of Jasmine and Henna Fluff-Eaze. I didn't read about the product in detail, and didn't base my purchase on any reviews, so when it was delivered, I assumed it was just another shampoo to try. It wasn't until I took it out to use that I realised it was in fact a hair 'treatment'. 
This product comes in a single sized, 220g tub and costs just under £12, which is definitely on the steep side for hair care products. 
What excited me was the host of ingredients that sound like a feast for the hair. The main ingredient is Persian red henna, which is known to help add shine to hair, as well as protect and maintain coloured hair. I have been dyeing my hair since I was 16, so I am always on the look-about for products that can strengthen my hair and protect my colour.
Next Lush have added a concoction of ingredients; jasmine absolute, soya, extra virgin olive oils, wheatgerm and coconut oils, ylang ylang and almond oils, hemp, brazil nut oil and castor. Jasmine has been added for it's beautiful fragrance, whereas the mixture of different oils are used to calm and moisturise sensitive hair. 
Designed to reduce frizz and add shine to hair, if this product was to do what it claimed, it would be my saving grace. My coloured, processed hair is often very dry and frizzy and isn’t in the greatest condition, so I was really hoping the treatment wouldn't let me down. 
The instructions state that you should pile it generously onto dry hair, work it in and leave for 20 minutes before shampooing and conditioning your hair as per normal.
I have to say that I was really impressed with this product. My hair felt noticeably softer after use, and my hair was definitely tamer than it had been before. My hair also had more of a shine after a single use and the scent of jasmine stayed with me throughout the whole day.  
It is for this reason that I feel I must warn potential buyers. The scent of the treatment is very Jasmine-heavy, and I would warn anyone who dislikes this scent, to avoid this product. In fact, this scent remains on your hair even after you've shampooed and conditioned, and I could smell it on my pillow the following day.
My pot of Jasmine and Henna Fluff-Eaze has lasted around four months, using it on average once every other week. It has definitely had a positive effect on hair, and I feel my hair is much more manageable and with less split ends, that it was before I started using it. 

Although the price tag might initially put people off, I think it is very reasonable given that you'll get a minimum of six uses out of it. This has definitely become a staple product in my beauty regime and one that I'll buy again and again. 
Quantitative Ingredients: Red Henna Infusion, Water, Cetearyl Alcohol & Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Perfume, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Ylang Ylang Oil, Jasmine Absolute, Wheatgerm oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Almond Oil, Brazil Nut Oil, Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, Organic Hemp Oil, Soya Oil, Castor Oil, *Benzyl Salicylate, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Farnesol, Geraniol, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Methyl Lonone, Benzyl Alcohol, Isoeugenol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

Vegan?: Yes



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