New additions to the Treacle Moon family

If you're an avid reader of my blog then you'll know that I'm absolutely addicted to Treacle Moon's Bath and Shower Gels. In terms of formula, the gels can't be faulted. They lather up nicely, leave the skin feeling balanced and provide a pleasurable bathing experience. As the name suggests, the product can be used as a bubble bath, or a shower gel and the formula works perfectly for both. Recently, the brand has released three new scents to its ever growing range, and I couldn't wait to get my mitts on them.

Dusted Cocoa Dreams* is even more delicious than it sounds. It smells exactly like chocolate. I've just dried myself off after using this as a bubble bath and the scent is lingering beautifully. It reminds me of the Frijj chocolate milkshakes and it's without a doubt my favourite of the bunch.

Next up is the latest addition to the brand's Candy Jar range. Sugared Almonds* is perfect for me because I absolutely adore almonds. This shower gel is basically a cherry bakewell bottled up. It's sweet, sugary and almost good enough to eat.

Finally is Warm Apple Pie Days*. A perfectly balanced shower gel. The scent is homely and cosy and I believe it's going to be perfect in winter. The blend of sweet/sour apples with a warm pie creates the most scrumptiously scented shower gel.

These shower gels retail for the bargain price of £2.99 each. They're available to buy in Tesco now.

Have you tried these shower gels before? Will you be doing so?
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The lazy girls guide to moisturising

When it comes to facial skin care, I am extremely religious with my routine. However, when it comes to moisturising my body, I will hold my hands up and admit that I'm lazy. Nivea's In Shower Moisturiser? Vaseline Spray & Go? They're great little inventions but for me, they're too much effort. As far as I'm concerned, they're still an extra step in my routine. Recently, I've found two products that work incredibly well together to add moisture to my skin without adding an extra step to my routine. 

I start my routine off with the Argan+ Skin Renewal Body Scrub*. The scrub instantly banishes dead skin cells and reveals healthy, glowing skin that is soft to the touch. The formula is rich in nutrients and vitamins and the consistency is creamy, helping to add moisture to the skin. Using olive stones and pumice to exfoliate and a combination of 5 precious African oils including Argan, Baobab, Kukui, Moringa and Sacha Inci, this body scrub is perfect for scrubbing away dead skin cells and revitalising the skin. I then follow this step with the Argan+ Super Creamy Body Wash* which makes showering a complete pamper experience. The formula is ultra-gentle and includes the same 5 precious African oils as the body scrub. These oils work together to keep dryness at bay, assist in cell renewal, prevent future damage to the skin and maintain skin health. As well as this, the body wash has been further enhanced by Shea Butter which is renowned for its intensive moisturising properties. The fragrance is beautiful - subtle, indulgent and exotic.

Both of these products work incredibly well together to leave my skin feeling nourished and moisturised and looking glowing. After using both of the products together, my skin isn't left feeling tight and it doesn't require any body creams - perfect for someone as lazy as me!

What are your favourite products for adding moisture to the skin?
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Marshmallow Blends; the perfect Lush alternative

I've loved Nicoletta for a long time now. Her blog was one of the first ones I followed and over the years, we've kept in touch. Back in 2011, she opened up her very own online shop called Marshmallow Blends which I've kept up to date with since the start. I constantly see the delicious products that she's currently making and testing out on Facebook and dream of getting my hands on a few of the products. Recently, I got the opportunity to try some out (and now, I can't wait to branch out further).

Activated Charcoal & Red Clay Soap* - £4.50

This soap is aimed at those with oily or problem skin. With activated charcoal, rose clay, tea tree oil and grapefruit essential oils, this soap gently cleanses the skin and keeps it looking clear and healthy. I received this just as my beloved Clearasil face wash ran out and this became a godsend. I haven't used a bar cleanser for a very long time and although it was strange at first, I've been loving it. It doesn't foam up much but instead creates a small lather of what feels like silk that massages into the skin and removes any impurities. I've only been using this in mornings so I can't comment on what it's like with make up removal, but when it comes to keeping shine at bay throughout the day, this is actually perfect.

Sugared Rose Lip Butter* - £4.00

I love my lip balms and this one has made its way to my coveted bedside table of beauty products. This lip balm is bursting with natural butters and oils that all work together to hydrate and keep lips soft and supple. This scent in particular - which is Sugared Rose - is one that I didn't think I'd like originally. I'm not a rose fan at all but this (like Korres) has converted me. It's a sweet rose that is relaxing and perfect for smothering onto your lips before bedtime. 

Rhubarb & Custard Bath Bomb* - £2.75

I do love my bath bombs, and having tried all of the Lush's offering, I was excited to branch out into another brand. The topping is a bath melt and the base is a bath bomb which has been made into a beautiful sweet shop favourite fragrance. The scent fills the room and for hours after, my housemates were commenting on how delicious the bathroom smelt - literally exactly like the sweets. It was uplifting and relaxing at the same time. The bath bomb itself didn't change the colour of the bath but it did add bubbles and moisture which left my skin feeling incredible soft afterwards.

Have you tried anything from Marshmallow Blends before? You can view their entire range here.
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BATH | LUSH Think Pink Bath Ballistic

As part of a Secret Santa gift, my housemate - Andy, hello! - got me LUSH's Think Pink bath ballistic. As a lover of anything pink and smelling sweet, I'd used this bath bomb before and absolutely loved it. This time when I used it, I loved it even more. Leaving the bath looking like a pink-lover's dream and the bathroom smelling like a delicious sweet shop, this is a must-have for any girl. The scent itself is similar to Rock Star and Creamy Candy - vanilla and floral - and it completely fills the room. Also, as you can tell from the last picture, the bath bomb leaves you with gorgeous confetti hearts which slowly melt away so they don't clog your drain - genius! At only £2.50, this bath bomb is an absolute steal and you can buy it here.

Have you tried Think Pink before?

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BATH | LUSH So White Bath Ballistic

Earlier in the week, my sister, our friend and I popped into town and ventured into LUSH. Again. I managed to persuade my darling sister to buy me a bath bomb and I decided to choose So White. With a delicate apple fragrance, this bath bomb is truly stunning. What looks like the most boring bath bomb in the world soon turns into a gorgeous treat when it hits the water. Turning the bath a rose colour and filling the room with the most delicious fragrance, this is definitely one that can't be missed. This bath bomb was also still fizzing away once the bath was filled - it's absolutely huge and next time, I'd break it into two. Delicious, delicate and juicy, this is one of LUSH's offerings that I'd definitely have a look at the next time you're in store.

You can buy So White here for £3.25. Thanks sibling! What's your favourite LUSH product?

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BATH | LUSH Snowman Bath Ballistic

When I walked into LUSH, I couldn't resist this little guy. Isn't he just adorable?! But what really persuaded me was Miss Budget Beauty's post as she said that this bath ballistic leaves your skin feeling silky soft - something that I adore. This bath bomb is scented with the same vanilla fragrance as Butterball (one that I've never tried) and the smell is incredibly soft and pleasant. The bomb has been loaded with skin-softening cocoa butter which leaves the bath feeling nice and creamy. Once I stepped out of the bath it was almost unreal how soft and nourished my skin felt - it was wonderful! And I will definitely be picking up many of these in the sale and I'll be using Butterball all year round. A win on my behalf!

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BATH | LUSH Candy Mountain Bubble Bar

I apologise about my yellow fingernails. That's what happens when you buy cheap (Sinful Colors) nail polish. Sigh.

For some ridiculous - and quite frankly, strange - reason, up until last week, I hadn't ventured into a LUSH store for a while. I used to be quite the LUSH fan and once, my sister invested in the Think Pink hatbox for me... oh, those were the days. Anyway, last week I found myself perusing my local LUSH branch and cooing and falling in love with the Christmas collection. When I spied Candy Mountain, I immediately forgot about my weekly budget and decided that I'd just skip a day of food. I quickly snapped the bubble bar up and after last night's successful bath, I'm incredibly glad I did.

Now, if you're a LUSH regular, a reader of blogs or a general girly girl then you will have heard about the famous Snow Fairy shower gel. It's my all-time favourite shower gel and after every Christmas (when the range has been reduced of course) I stock up on bottles of the stuff. The scent is the epitome of girly - candyfloss, glittery and oh, so sugary - it's one that can't be missed. Pair that scent with the one of Rock Star's soap and you have yourself Candy Mountain. It's delicious. Sweet. Sugary. And exactly what I want to smell like for the remainder of my life.

Pair that with the gorgeous formula of LUSH's wonderful bubble bars and you have a winner. Crumble this under pouring water to reveal an array of beautiful bubbles and pink goodness. It's a girls dream. And not only does it look and smell good, it does good too. Once I've stepped out of the bath, my skin feels incredibly soft. So soft that I fell back into the bath when I tried to get out of it - quite slippery there, you've been warned. At £2.65, it's not cheap - especially considering I only got the one bath out of it - but it's completely worth it and I'm tempted to go back and stock up.

Have you tried any of the Christmas range from LUSH yet? Which one should I try next?

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REVIEW: Miss Patisserie

I love bath treats! I don't have a bath at university so whenever I go home, I love using bath bombs/bubble bars to make my baths as pretty and fun as they can be. Ooh I'd also like to say that next year, my house at university will have a bath in it so you can expect a few more bath treat posts in September!

Anyway, I was sent a few Christmas treats from Miss Patisserie to try out. The brand is relatively new (founded in 2009) and it's a brand which sells handmade bath products that not only smell great but have amazing benefits on the body by using natural ingredients such as nourishing cocoa butter and epsom salts. Another great thing about the brand is that they do not test on animals, ever.

Unfortunately, due to university commitments and Christmas, I haven't had time to post this review until now so the products that I was sent were Christmas products. But still, the brand still sell very similar products to the ones I was sent. First of all, I was sent a giftset which contained three Christmas Pudding bath bombs*. Each one of these bath bombs smelt incredible and they reminded me of Christmas. My favourite smell was without a doubt the yellow one as it was citrusy which is my favourite scent.

As soon as I popped this into the bath, it fizzed away beautifully and filled the room with so much fragrance. It didn't produce any bubbles and it didn't colour the bath but the smell was so beautiful that it didn't bother me. The bath itself was also lovely and moisturising and when I got out of the bath, I didn't have to moisturise as the bath bombs were full of lovely ingredients which kept the skin on my body soft and smooth.

The second item I received was this beautiful Snowman Bubble Biscuit*. Isn't he just the cutest little guy ever?! The bubble biscuits has glitter on it which made the bath sparkle and look all pretty. This smelt lovely too. Very fresh and clean. Once again the smell of this biscuit filled the room and my mum downstairs could even smell it which was great. It's also moisturising like the Christmas Pudding bath bombs were.

Overall, I was very impressed with the treats I received. They smelled beautiful and did a wonderful job at looking after my skin which a lot of bath bombs/bubble bars don't tend to do. If you love bath treats, then I'd highly recommend checking out their Bath Bakes which are the cutest things in the world! Also the Macaroons, Ice Lollies and Cake Slices all look lovely too. And I guarantee there will be a smell to suit your taste! The prices are also very reasonable and they don't break the bank.

Miss Patisserie products are sold in Harrods, Fenwicks, Bentalls and select independent stores. If you'd like to find your nearest stockists then you can ring 01446 701705. Or you can buy online here.

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Treacle Moon Iced Strawberry Dream Bath & Shower Gel

I definitely have an obsession with shower gels. I don't like using the same one daily and I like a variety of scents in my bathroom. So when this found its way into my post box, I was over the moon (get the pun)?! 

This shower gel was chosen by fans of the brand who submitted fragrance suggestions each month as part of Treacle Moon's regular competition on their website and then voted on on Treacle Moon's Facebook page. This smell is so beautiful. It's almost a shame that you cannot eat it. It's succulent, juice and mouth watering and better yet, the scent lingers beautifully on the skin and wraps the skin up in a delicious moisturising blanket of pure sweetness! I absolutely adore this shower gel and it's definitely found its way permanently in my shower. Treacle Moon are planning on running the amazing vote for your own fragrance process twice yearly from now on so make sure you like them on Facebook so you can create the products that you want. This bath and shower gel is priced at £2.99 for 500ml and it's available in Tesco stores nationwide right now!

What's your favourite Treacle Moon smell?

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