Super Milk Conditioning Spray

I cannot remember a time when my hair has ever felt truly nourished, at least not for more than a day or two, and never without the aid of a product to make it so. No matter how much was I drink or how well I look after my hair, the ends always feel like a bird's nest and the rest of my locks could cut through skin it's so rough. With the recent collection of new Lush hair products however, I finally feel as if I'm getting somewhere...

Super Milk Conditioning Spray is one of Lush's most recent inventions: a combination of ingredients that promise to not only add some much-needed moisture into your locks, but also help to protect the hair against breakage; add strength and shine; and even offer a barrier against heat of both a hairdryer and straighteners.

Priced up at £15, there are three main ingredients at work here: almond milk, coconut milk and oat milk. These three essential components all work on improving the condition of your hair in their own unique way. Coconut milk is a wonderfully rich and rather fatty ingredient that helps to nourish and replenish dry hair, while the inclusion of both the almond and oat milks help to hydrate the hair and bring the life back into weak and damaged locks.

Alongside these three main components, the inclusion of both the lemon and olive oil adds a natural shine to the hair, while the litsea, tonka and vanilla absolutes give Super Milk its wonderful fragrance. At first, I was quick to assume that this Liverpool exclusive shared its scent with Avocado Cowash. However, it didn't take me long to decide that the fragrance here is far more complex and wholesome than I initially thought. While it is incredibly similar in many ways, I would be selling it short if I just claimed that the spray offered an identical smell.

To my nose, the litsea, tonka and vanilla absolutes dance together perfectly to produce a super sweet, thick and creamy fruity smell. The inclusion of the three nut milks only intensifies the scent and gives it a fluffy, nutty twist. As if this wasn't enough, there is something here that also gives off a sweet, resinous aroma that almost has a burnt caramel note. Ultimately, it is a truly gorgeous scent and one that I'm glad I get to use on my hair regularly.

What makes Super Milk so successful is all down to two ingredients: the inclusion of ethyl macadamiate, which works like a silicone (without actually being a silicone!) and protects the hair from heat and damage by coating each individual strand. Alongside this, both behentrimonium and Cetrimonium Chlorides work on conditioning the hair and leaving it feeling beautiful afterwards.

To use Super Milk, the idea is that you spray directly onto your hair after washing it in the shower and it works its magic as a leave-in conditioner. Interestingly, Lush don't specify that you should towel dry your hair beforehand so I tend to apply it straight after I've wrung out any excess water. My experience has shown that the product works really well in this manner, perhaps even more so than when my hair has been towel dried a little more.

In the bottle, the conditioning spray is rather thick and acts like a bowl of custard that's been left to cool down. Yet, it comes out of the bottle as quite a thin, milky spray, which tells me that the product is super condensed and that not very much is needed with each use. In fact, my hair is currently about 5cm past shoulder length and I find that five sprays is suffice to do the job.

Once my hair has dried, I can noticeably see and feel how soft and shiny my locks look. Without needing to brush my hair, I notice that I can run my fingers through my locks without coming across many tangles at all, and it gives my hair a great shape that I can wear down without using any other products alongside it.

As if the spray hasn't done enough already, I was also really impressed that the fragrance remained on my locks for many hours after initial application. This felt particularly amazing when it was super sunny one day and I could hear members of the public commenting on a 'stunning smell' that was lingering around the bus. I was really tempted to turn around and gush about the wonderful product that is Super Milk.

As you can imagine from my glowing review, this is definitely a hair product that I will be using regularly, and despite its size I can really imagine that my tiny little 100g bottle will last a long time. Super Milk Conditioning Spray smells absolutely delicious and works wonders at softening and hydrating your hair, with minimal effort. I would definitely recommend that you try this out for yourself.

Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Almond Milk, Coconut milk, Oat Milk, DRF Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate & PEG-100 Stearate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Perfume, Cetearyl Alcohol, Fresh Lemon Juice, Propylene Glycol, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Behentrimonium chloride, Litsea Cubeba Oil, Tonka Absolute, Vanilla Absolute, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, *Anise Alcohol, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Benzyl Cinnamate, *Cinnamal, *Citral, Coumarin, *Geraniol, *Limonene, *Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £15 for 100g.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Quicksand FUN Bar

From an outside perspective, it's sometimes a little confusing when certain products get discontinued and others suddenly make an appearance, especially when you assume that these products are rather popular when they're obviously not selling very well. It confused me quite a lot when Lush took away both the Yuzu And Cocoa Bubbleroon and Shower Cream from their shelves, as I always thought that these were two of their biggest sellers. 

When the company then brought out a Yuzu And Cocoa Liquid Perfume a few months later, and a Yuzu And Cocoa Body Lotion and Shower Jelly not long after, I couldn't for the life of me decide whether or not this product was actually just really popular as an exclusive, or whether Lush had underestimated how much negative feedback they would receive from removing the classic duo from their shops. 

Either way, I was thrilled to learn that Quicksand FUN was scented with the same fragrance as the Yuzu And Cocoa range, and I couldn't wait to try it out for size. Not only did the format, design and fragrance intrigue me, but reading the description also had me interested in how a fun bar with actual sand in the ingredients list would work on my skin.

What I found with Quicksand was that first and foremost the Yuzu And Cocoa scent worked perfectly in this format. Both fruity and creamy, this Liverpool exclusive boasted all of the fruity properties that you would expect from any other product in this range. 

A distinctive and rather difficult ingredient to describe, the yuzu is a Japanese fruit that has a scent not too far off of that of a grapefruit, albeit slightly more exotic and rounded smelling. Coupled with the grapefruit oil itself, these two add a wonderfully sweet fruity smell unlike anything else that Lush have made.

Alongside this, the cocoa absolute then gives that 'chocolate-orange' element that Lush describe: thickening the overall fragrance and adding a rich, creamy depth to the scent. Underneath this is a dash of tonka absolute that pads out the creamy bass note, while the bergamot oil adds a sweetness that compliments the other ingredients and rounds the FUN off beautifully.

Simply put: Quicksand FUN smells absolutely beautiful and very much like the warm, fruity dessert that we've come to recognise this smell as. Everything about the scent of this will have you salivating from the get-go and it's definitely on par with the likes of the bath bomb and the body lotion.

Not only does it smell divine, but it also happens to be super effective in the shower. This bar happens to be a little on the soft side so it definitely should be stored somewhere really cool between uses, and I'd definitely recommend that you only take a tiny piece with you into the shower each time as you really don't need a lot.

Alongside this, Quicksand boasts the addition of sand in the ingredients list, so this beautiful exclusive also offers a gentle exfoliation when it's being used. You can actually feel the little grains of sand getting to work at buffering and cleaning you skin, and you can feel the difference afterwards.

As soon as it comes into contact with the water, it lathers up and creates a thick, fragrant foam that coats your skin and leaves the scent lingering on your body. Much like a soap, the fragrance comes into full force when it reacts to the heat of the water and you really have to fight the urge not to munch on the bar whilst you're using it. I dare say at least one person has probably had a taste of this at some point and been sorely disappointed!

I will go as far as to say that this is even better than a shower cream as it lathers up a treat in the shower and produces a gorgeous, silky-soft mound of suds to clean yourself with. When you massage this across your skin, you can feel how instantly smooth it makes you feel and you can still detect the fragrance on your skin when you exit the bathroom, and for hours afterwards as well. It doesn't dry your skin out at all and the only thing that you may want to be careful with is applying too much at any one go. As it's quite a sticky product, you'll find that using too much at once will just create a messy paste in your hand, which is not a major problem, but does mean that the product is being wasted that this 'mess' will need to be used up instead of being stored for a later date.

Much like every other FUN bar, Quicksand can also be used instead of a bubble bar - held under a running tap to create a surplus amount of bubbles and a beautifully fragrant bath to enjoy. Again, this bar worked well in this way although it didn't produce as many bubbles as some of the other FUN bars have done so, perhaps because of its softer constancy. I cut a slice that probably equated to a sixth of the bar and this gave me more than enough bubbles, so this works out cheaper than a regular bubble bar.

While the product doesn't really create an exciting or colourful bath, the smell more than makes up for it and offers a relaxing and very comforting bath tub experience for all. Having said that, I would recommend that you use this in place of a shower gel as opposed to a bubble bar, as you get a much more rewarding experience this way and the product goes a lot further. Using it as a bubble bar will also leave a mild trace of the sand at the bottom of the tub, which may prove a little prickly to sensitive bottoms.

I'd probably go as far as to say that Quicksand FUN is one of my favourite inventions from Lush in a while, even if the bar itself is super sticky and almost like a sunken cake than a FUN bar. If you're a fan of the Yuzu And Cocoa scent, you will need to get your hands on one of these right away. This needs to be made a permanent for certain, otherwise I'll be trekking up to Liverpool myself, just to grab some of these in the future.

Quantitative Ingredients: Cornflour, Talc, Fine Sea Salt, Glycerine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sand, Cocoa Absolute, Bergamot Oil, Grapefruit Oil, Tonka Absolute, Cocoa Powder, Aloe Vera Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Gardenia Extract, Coumarin, Limonene, Linalool, Perfume.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £3.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Cilla The Caterpillar Bath Bomb

With the amount of new Lush items that have made themselves available over this past year, it's becoming incredibly difficult to keep up with all of the releases, especially when items appear unannounced and are sold out in a matter of days. Luckily, I was able to grab one of these limited edition bath bombs, however I know that many fans missed out on these beauties. 

First appearing in the Liverpool store, Cilla The Caterpillar Bath Bomb was originally designed for consumers booking parties within the store itself. Alongside a few other products, this wonderful bath bomb is only available for those who invest quite a lot into celebrating their birthday in style. However, Lush was kind enough to release a limited run online, and I was lucky enough to grab one before they disappeared. 

Priced up at £7.95, this is an investment that many consumers will want to evaluate before they hand over their cash, which is why I hope that my review will serve to help you make up your mind. While initially I was a little taken a-back by the seemingly extortionate price, you'll be relieved to hear that Cilla comes in two separate pieces, which means you're technically investing in two bath bombs at the same time.

What I will say is that each piece is definitely slightly smaller than your regular sized bath bombs. However, the scent, design and just how well this works in the bath makes this party exclusive definitely worth the investment, in my eyes. If it makes a reappearance on the Lush website, I myself would be happy to purchase another one. 

Sharing its scent with the Vanillary range, this gorgeous little insect boasts a strong, musky vanilla aroma: one that I have described before as being like burnt caramel with a sprinkling of floral underneath to give it more 'bounce.' This is such a warm, comforting aroma and matches the scent of the liquid perfume so well. In fact, I feel as if the smell of this bath bomb is far better and stronger than the original Vanilla Fountain Bath Bomb, which also offered the same aroma. 

While I used both of mine at the same time (for aesthetically pleasing pictures) this bath bomb can be used across two baths, both of which will provide you with a strong, robust fragrance to engage with; and both of which will offer you a silky smooth and incredibly nourishing bath water to boot.

Having said that, it's definitely worth you climbing into the bath before you drop Cilla The Caterpillar in as she tends to perform most of her show rather quickly, dissolving until she becomes a few small pieces that bob silently and fizzle away on their own accord.

Within a split second of hitting the water, green and orange foam race out from beneath her and sweep out across the surface of the water. While she stays afloat for a matter of seconds, her body soon disappears under a fluffy of coloured foam, until all that is left are her rather accusing eyes. These take a long time to dissolve and they tend to drop to the base of the bath tub after a while, which isn't a problem. 

Once the bath bomb has fully dissolved, you're left with a beautiful moss-like shade of green, which is thanks to the inclusion of the orange alongside the green itself. This shade is definitely in-keeping with the concept of a caterpillar bath bomb, and I thoroughly enjoyed the surprise as I continued to bathe my stresses away. 

What was impressive about Cilla was that the water not only radiated a sweet, warming aroma that wrapped around me like a blanket, but the water was super moisturising and left my skin feeling brand new. Furthermore, the fragrance also lingered on both my body and hair afterwards, and this was just what I needed before heading to bed.

While I don't really associate the Vanillary smell with partying by any means, Cilla The Caterpillar is definitely worth trying out at least once, and I just know that kids will love using this one themselves. Soothing and beautiful in every way possible, this is definitely one of my favourite bath bomb releases of the year.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Jasmine Absolute, Tonka Absolute, Vanilla Absolute, Cream of Tartar, Water (Aqua), Chlorophyllin, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coumarin, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Perfume, Colour 15510, Colour 19140:1, Colour 47005, Colour 47005:1, Colour 42090:2, Candy Eye.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £7.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

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Sleepy Soap

Technically, Lush fans should be incredibly happy that - what looked like the biggest selling Lush shower gel, Twilight - is now a fully-fledged permanent member in stores. Problem solved, right? Except to my nose, and many others, while beautiful in its own right, Sleepy Shower Gel is not a direct replica of the Twilight scent. 

There is something about the inclusion of the oat milk, as with this soap as well, that removes some of the sweetness of the tonka absolute, and gives Sleepy a slightly more reserved fragrance overall. Although still a gorgeous aroma in its own right, I am not as enthused about this scent as I am the original.

When it comes to Sleepy Soap, I actually noticed some key differences that meant that this soap smelled closer to the likes of Dream Cream than it did the Twilight aroma. In fact, I feel as though if you removed the chamomile from the aforementioned body lotion, you might actually discover an aroma that matches the scent of this soap. 

Upon first sniff, I was offered a very rich, creamy combination of the lavender oil and the tonka absolute. The former ingredient brings about a very reserved but equally as beautiful natural herbal smell; imagine dried lavender without the sting of the muskiness, and you may begin to understand what I mean by this. 

Alongside this, the tonka absolute injects its own sweetness, while the ylang ylang sprinkles a little floral sweetness of its own as well: creating a warm, comforting and very creamy fragrance. However, it is the inclusion of the oat milk that has the biggest impact. 

Both before and during use, Sleepy Soap had a very prominent note of nuttiness from the oat milk base, which I think is what sets this apart from the Twilight range. There is something slightly 'biscuity' about the smell of this that sets it apart from its older siblings.

What impressed me about this product was the fact that it was super generous when lathering up. In fact, I did find myself being more conscious of using this soap away from the running water, as I imagined it would have been gone by the end of the month if the hot water was in constant contact with it. Having said that, this soap dried very quickly in my soap dish so I wasn't worried that it would shrink between uses. 

While most soaps tend to leave certain parts of my body feeling a little dry, Sleepy did well at making my skin feel really soft after using it, and I didn't find that my hands needed immediate moisturising afterwards, although the soap wasn't nourishing enough that I could opt to not use a shower oil or body conditioner as well. 

Although I could smell this on my skin when I was drying myself down, the fragrance didn't last all too long, and I had to use my Twilight Body Spray to extend my experience with this aroma. Having said that, I don't find that many soaps hold their scent for very long on the skin, so it's not a bad reflection of this soap at all.

Overall, I really enjoyed using this soap but would prefer to the shower gel version instead. While Sleepy has a gorgeously light and gentle scent, in my household it works better as a hand soap than one I would shower with. Despite this, I would definitely recommend this to those who have more sensitive skin, as the oat milk and lavender oil would definitely calm the skin and reduce the appearance of redness and irritation.

Quantitative Ingredients: Rapeseed Oil; Coconut Oil, Oat Milk, Propylene Glycol, Kaolin, Water (Aqua), Glycerine, Talc, Perfume, Titanium Dioxide, Lavender Oil, Benzoin Resinoid, Tonka Absolute, Ylang Ylang Oil, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Cinnamal, *Coumarin, *Limonene, *Linalool, Colour 17200, Colour 42090, Colour 14700.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £4.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Yuzu And Cocoa Shower Jelly

The shower jelly is a strong concept; a wibbly wobbly amalgamation of skin-softening ingredients that you smear all over your body, and fight to keep the damn thing in your hand the whole time. Yet there is something rather special about this potted phenomena that reminds me of why I fell in love with Lush to begin with.

Truth be told, I don't always get as excited about new releases as I did many years ago, especially when it's a product that has the scent of a million other items in the Lush back catalogue. Fans who have been around a long time will often hope for new fragrances as opposed to a familiar smell that they've ever tried.

For this reason, I cannot say I was all too excited about the new Yuzu And Cocoa Shower Jelly that came out during the last Lush Labs release. While I do really value and enjoy using that scent, I was also hoping that some brand new scents made themselves known during that time. However, my opinion on this shower jelly changed pretty quickly when I began using this in the shower.

Firstly, what I loved about this shower jelly was the gorgeous design of the jelly itself. Not only was it a beautiful shade of sunset orange, but within the jelly itself there were pretty swirls of white dancing around, which just helped to give the product a wonderful finish when compared to some of the other jellies released at the same time as this. 

Secondly, the fragrance that greeted me upon removing the lid of the jelly was simply delicious. Lush describe the scent of this family as being simply 'chocolate orange' but I feel as if this is under-selling the fragrance tenfold. There are so any delicious notes on offer here, all of which leave you salivating, that I feel needs a better description than the above.

To my nose, the yuzu infusion is the leading scent. A distinctive and rather difficult ingredient to describe, the yuzu is a Japanese fruit that has a scent not too far off of that of a grapefruit, albeit slightly more exotic and rounded smelling. Coupled with the grapefruit oil itself, these two add a wonderfully sweet, fruity smell unlike anything else that Lush have made.

Alongside this, the cocoa absolute then gives that 'chocolate-orange' element that Lush describe: thickening the overall fragrance and adding a rich, creamy depth to the scent. Underneath this is a dash of tonka absolute that pads out the creamy bass note, while the bergamot oil adds a sweetness that compliments the other ingredients and rounds the jelly off beautifully.

There is something about this variation that gives off a refreshing, slightly lighter version of the fragrance, which I love. The Yuzu And Cocoa aroma just seems far more delicious in the shower jelly format than it did the shower cream version; although the latter cream is still utterly incredible.

As if this wasn't enough, the shower jelly is super moisturising. Lush appear to have been super generous with the carrageenan extract here, because the jelly glides over your skin and leaves behind a creamy, slightly oily lather that instantly makes your body feel better, and appear more vibrant.

Although it can be a little fiddly, I found that either blending it up with a little water to create a shower gel; or cutting it up into smaller pieces to use individually, worked far better than trying to hold the whole thing in the shower at once. And when I say you need a minuscule amount, I mean that I was taking pieces that were the size of raisins in the shower and being able to wash my entire body from the foam created - meaning I've been using this beauty for the last three weeks and I have barely made a dent in the tub at all.

What I will say about Yuzu And Cocoa is that at first you may be a little disappointed that you don't experience a thick, creamy foam when you stimulate the jelly between your hands. However, once you've used it a couple of times, you'll understand that the jelly is still very much working on cleaning and moisturising your skin; it's just a little shy at producing lots of foam.

Overall, this is one of my favourite shower jellies of all time and I only hope that a shower gel will follow suit. Up there with the likes of Big Calm and Calacas, Yuzu And Cocoa is a shower jelly that you must invest in if you love this fragrance. This may even be my favourite product in the scent range, which speaks for itself. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Glycerine, Yuzu Peel Infusion, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Propylene Glycol, Carrageenan Extract, Perfume, Cocoa Absolute, Bergamot Oil, Grapefruit Oil, Tonka Absolute, Titanium Dioxide, *Coumarin, *Limonene, *Linalool, Colour 19140:1.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £10.95 for 240g.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Never Ever Om Liquid Perfume

Before I lived in London, and back when I dressed like a fully-fledged heavy metaller, Camden was the place I longed to be almost every weekend of the year. Everything about the place excited me immensely, and on the rare occasions I was able to afford the train journey up to the big city, I would spend the day exploring every anex possible to see what magic awaited me. In fact, my experiences whilst in Camden were one of the biggest draws for me when deciding which university to apply to.

When I read the description of Never Ever Om, I can honestly say that I was rather excited about this one, perhaps even more so than any of the other Gold Label exclusives. Originally released in 2004, this fragrance was designed to replicate the hustle and bustle of Camden Lock, with all of the different notes replicating both the twist and turns of the infamous borough, as well as the  stillness and harmony that the place can offer as well. 

Firstly, I should say that this is a really 60s and 70s smelling perfume. There is something very old-fashioned about this fragrance that reminds me of scented candles and 'hippy shops', and the rather exotic smell you get when burning multiple incense sticks all at the same time. This is definitely a perfume that will divide consumers down the middle because of its intensity, and I’ve unfortunately reached the conclusion that I don’t think I appreciate this fragrance very much.

What I will say is that the smell of Never Ever Om would be one that I burn in my house, as there is something really comforting and homely about it. The smell itself is definitely not a bad one, and not one that I dislike either. However, as a perfume, it doesn't work for me, and it's not something I would wear out of choice.

From the bottle, you can immediate smell the dry, spicy touch of the patchouli, coupled with the fenugreek that comes through and adds both a resinous yet slightly herbal note as well. While it doesn’t smell exclusively like this, there is something slightly fennel-like about the fenugreek that gives the perfume what I can only describe as a liquorice aroma.

Now I know the word 'liquorice' will have some consumers running in the opposite direction very quickly; it's a smell that creates some very passionate responses. However, I should explain that my choice of wording is the best way that I can describe this aroma when comparing to other familiar scents. It doesn't by any means 'smell like liquorice', but those who have experienced it will know what I mean when I use that word in my description.

Having said that, when sprayed on the skin, the smell changes somewhat and the various notes begin to take on some very different personalities. While the patchouli is still there, the osmanthus becomes the more dominant layer: creating a sticky, almost cloying smell that has a damp, woody edge to it. Alongside this, spicy undertones of the patchouli are still present but they're a little more reserved. 

Coinciding with these layers, there is also an almost syrup-like/maple syrup edge to the perfume that gives the fragrance a burst of sweetness, while the orange flower absolute brings about a light, cloudy floral aroma to round all of the different components together. There is a lot going on here in this perfume, and many wearers will find it rather heavy and perhaps a little too intense for their liking. Whilst I usually enjoy perfumes that offer something strong and compelling, I found this one a little too invasive for my senses.


Lush describe Never Ever Om as having a sultana-esque core, which at first I found a little confusing. While I couldn't smell anything that even vaguely reminded me of sultanas at first, I have come to recognise that there is something sweet like maple syrup, which has been combined with the bitterness of some sort of citrus fruit, which I think is what Lush means by this description.

What is great about the perfume is that it stays on the skin for a good 5-6 hours; constantly evolving throughout the day so that at different times you'll experience a whole array of different notes. I found after it had settled down quite a bit, that the warmth of both the patchouli and the orange flower absolute were the most prominent layers. 

Quantitative Ingredients: DRF Alcohol, Perfume, Patchouli Oil, *Limonene, Osmanthus Absolute, Orange Flower Absolute, Tonka Absolute, Fenugreek Absolute, *Anise Alcohol, *Citral, *Citronellol, *Coumarin, *Farnesol, *Geraniol, *Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £75 for 30ml.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Yokozuna Bath Bomb

Oh boy, oh boy! While the excitement of so many new bath bombs has still yet to wear off, the last couple of experiences I have had have definitely put a dampener on the whole process. Not even 24 hours after I scrubbed down the bath following my Fairy Trumpets fiasco, I found myself doing the same thing once again for this little cretin.

Yokozuna was perhaps the bath bomb that I had researched the most before trying it out for size myself; only because it was described as having both the Sea Salted Caramel and Butterball scents at the same time. Although I wasn't successfully able to envisage what an amalgamation of these two smells would be like, the mere thought of this pairing had me salivating from the word go. 

What I will say about this exclusive product is that the Butterball components are far stronger than the Sea Salted Caramel, which is a little disappointing as I was hoping for it to be the other way around. Having said that, Yokozuna is definitely a very beautiful smelling bath bomb, and one that fans of foody smells will no doubt relish in the thought of.

When I first smelled this out of its box, the main scent I could detect was a sweet, creamy and very musky vanilla fragrance: just as you'd expect a Butterball-scented product to offer you. However, as the scent came out of its shell a little more, I recognised the key notes of the sea salted caramel, and that's when the bath bomb began to impress me a little more. 

There is something rather rich and sultry about the smell of this: like a freshly made pan of salted caramel sauce with just the tiniest sprinkling of clove underneath. Yet at the same time, the aroma has a musky, powdery sweetness that comes from the vanilla absolute as well. Therefore, there are times when I would describe the notes to be almost syrup-like, and other times when it's almost like a burnt vanilla instead. Either way, it's a lovely gentle fragrance that warms and comforts your senses before it's even made its way into the bath.

What was also impressive about Yokozuna was that it featured a very generous helping of coarse sea salt, which really made a difference in the water and left my skin feeling really clean and smooth. Although I wouldn't describe this as being overly moisturising, it definitely leaves a lovely impression on the body, and I didn't need to use a body lotion afterwards.

Having said that, my experience turned sour very quickly after placing this bath bomb in the water. Not only was it an incredibly fast-fizzer - completely dispersing in under a minute - but it didn't offer anything in the way of bath art, aside from the vibrant shade of orange that spread itself very quickly around the tub. 

Just like Fairy Trumpets, the bath bomb left a glean on the surface, which I was hoping would mean my experience would be super nourishing. However, within a matter if minutes, I watched in horror as these oils dispersed across the surface of the water and painted my bath tub another shade of bright pink. Using a flannel near by to attempt a removal of the colour before it became too stubborn, I discovered very quickly that the pink stains were not going to wash off without the help of my bottle of bathroom cleaner.

As if my experience wasn't already tarnished, when I went to exit the tub I discovered that I had large pink stains across my chest, stomach and right arm. After using up an entire scrub in the shower immediately after, I was able to get rid of the pink marks. However, by that stage my impression of this supposedly 'cute' bath bomb was well and truly tarnished.

While the collaboration of fragrances are delicious and the bath bomb itself offers a wonderfully adorable design, this is definitely not one that will be coming anywhere near my tub again. This is a real shame because the scent was super present during and after my bath, and I was still able to smell remnants of the smell on my skin as well.    

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Coarse Sea Salt, Perfume, Ylang Ylang Oil, Clove Leaf Oil, Tonka Absolute, Brazilian Vetivert Oil, Vanilla Absolute, Titanium Dioxide, Synthetic Musk, Dipropylene Glycol, DRF Alcohol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, *Coumarin, *Eugenol, *Limonene, Colour 15985:1, Colour 19140:1, Colour 77491, Colour 15850:1, Colour 77266.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

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