Snowflake Body Lotion

I think it's only fair to start this review by putting many fans of Snowcake out of their misery and state that this brand new limited edition body lotion does not share the same scent as any of the popular products in this scent family. While there are lots of almond qualities about this seasonal release that may remind consumers of the aforementioned seasonal favourite, I happen to think that it is very different from the classic Snowcake fragrance. 

Having said that, when I first gave Snowflake a sniff from the tub, and rubbed a little into my skin, there was definitely something present in this body lotion that reminded me of Snowcake. However, after using it for the past couple of weeks, I can safely say that I have noticed many differences about the smell that makes it unique from anything else that has come out before.

From the tub, the body lotion offers many subtle layers that work in unison with each other. First of all, there is definitely something very creamy and almond-like about the product. Coupled with the cocoa butter, the base layer of this smells very smooth and silky.

Alongside this, both the cedarwood and sandalwood help to intensify this base layer with their own grounded, woody notes. Although you aren't really able to detect either particularly strongly, you can definitely tell that there is 'something' there to thicken out the overall aroma, and add depth to the fragrance overall.

Yet, alongside this there is also quite a pronounced layer of both apricot and rose. While the latter brings about something quite warm and sweet and delicately floral (as you would expect from most of Lush's rose-dominated products) the apricot gives the body lotion almost a sharp fruity element as well. 

In all honesty, there is something about the latter component that spoils this body lotion for me, although luckily the apricot scent disperses after settling on the skin for a while. In a way, I don't think the apricot really suits being here as it's not really able to flourish by itself and offer something super sweet and juicy. Instead, both this and the rose seem to clash a little to my nose, and the combination offers something a little strange and alluring.

Perhaps this was intentional, who knows. But what I appreciate is that it is certainly something very new to the range this year, and definitely doesn't offer an experience that would be limited to a particular season. Unfortunately, I cannot really see this scent working in most other formats so it's a little limited in this way.

What I did appreciate about Snowflake was that both the rose and the creamy notes of almond intensified from the warmth of my skin after I had applied it, and the apricot seemed to disperse quite a fair bit as well. These former two components then remained on my skin for a good couple of hours after application.

While this lotion is slightly on the thinner side, you really don't need an awful lot to cover a large area of your body. However, once the product has been massaged into the skin, it does tend to take a little longer than usual to fully absorb into the body. While you're not left with greasy skin, there is 'something' present on the surface for a good twenty minutes after you've applied the lotion.

After using this for a couple of weeks, I found that my skin began to look and feel healthier - particularly my legs that had began to show signs of being dry following the sudden change in weather. Despite how thin the body lotion was, I really felt as if it covered a thick coverage across the body, which will be vital during the colder months of the year.

As to whether I would buy this again, that would all depend on my mood at the time. It doesn't offer a scent that I particularly relish in, although I'm not by any means saying that the fragrance is at all bad. However, it did improve the condition of my skin, and leave it with a gentle radiance - all in matter of days/weeks - so Snowflake would be a good body lotion to use when the frosty weather begins to take hold. This is a product that does a good job but probably won't be one remembered in future months/years time.

Quantitative Ingredients: Almond Milk, Apricot Kernel Oil, Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Rose Water, Glycerine, Organic Illipe Butter, Stearic Acid, Perfume, Fair Trade Almond Oil, Triethanolamine, Cedarwood Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Almond essential oil, Tincture of Benzoin, Cetearyl Alcohol, *Citral, *Citronellol, *Farnesol, Geraniol, *Limonene, *Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £10 for 100g, £18 for 225g.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Supherb Toothy Tabs

Since I was about seven years old, my favourite colour has always been green, and more specifically a forest shade of green. While my initial preference was linked to my obsession with a Power Rangers character, it has since grown on me as the colour that I associate with life and vibrancy and the environment. I seek solace and find comfort in these shades of green and unconsciously gravitate towards them on most occasions. 

When I first read the description of Supherb Toothy Tabs, I assumed that I would love them because of their green design and shoutout to nature. Described as being a wintergreen, pine and parsley concoction, these herbaceous tabs sounded like something so natural and exciting and fresh. And they are. It's just that my tastebuds have yet to forgive me for using these solidly for almost a week. 

I'll start by saying that these are not toothy tabs for the faint-hearted. If you're looking for something sweet and gentle to clean your teeth with, you'll want to avoid these at all costs. Supherb packs a punch that'll leave your teeth shiny; your breath as fresh as a coastal breeze; and your tongue hanging out somewhere near the floor while it tries to escape your mouth. They are STRONG.

Containing more ingredients than any other toothy tab, these Liverpool exclusives are a handful (and a mouthful) of smells and tastes. From the bottle, the smell of wintergreen, peppermint and pine chase up your nose like a rabid dog, clearing your airways immediately with how fresh it smells. There is something so crisp and green about the smell that reminds me of a vibrant, leafy forest that's been doused in mint. The fragrance is dripping with potency and only continues to offer more, the longer you continue to sniff. 

Underneath these three key components, you can make out the herbal element of the parsley, coriander and marjoram, and these tend to come out even more when you begin to brush your teeth. With a slight reference to the lemon and clove bud oils, there is an awful lot going on here, and some consumers might find themselves very overwhelmed by how thick and complex the fragrance is.  

When it comes to how they taste, you probably won't be surprised to learn that Supherb Toothy Tabs are definitely for those who prefer a stronger tasting toothpaste. All of the above elements come together in full force as soon as the tab begins to get to work and you can taste every single component in all of its strength. It's really herbal and minty and pine-like all at the same time, and any smells or germs that may be present in your mouth before brushing certainly don't stand a chance at being there when you have finished.

These toothy tabs will leave you with the freshest breath and a mouth that feels like the cleanest it's ever been. Your tongue will also feel slightly tingly after you've rinsed your mouth out, although this strangely didn't happen every time for me.

As with all of Lush's new toothy tabs, these particular tabs feature a number of ingredients that I was unsure about and had to research before trying them out for myself - not only to understand how and why Supherb work but also to educate others about the benefits they possess. Firstly, these tabs feature  dicalcium phosphate anhydrous - the main component used to help supplement the body's calcium intake, not to mention preventing the build up of tartar in the mouth. Sorbitol is also used - a natural alternative to sugar which allows Lush to add flavour to this product without adding anything that'll rot your teeth; Lauroyl Sarcosine not only helps the product to foam up in the mouth, but is also used to remove unwanted bacteria that may cause problems in the future.

If I'm honest, I couldn't really tell you if I actually liked Supherb Toothy Tabs or not. I am not for one second faulting the product by any means, as they left my teeth and mouth cleaner than most of the other toothy tabs I have been trying as of late. However, I don't think I would describe the smell or taste of these as being anywhere near pleasant. 

Ultimately, oral health care is about looking after your teeth and gums which these toothy tabs will help you to do. And if you're looking for a toothpaste that'll give you fresh breath alongside this, perhaps these are the tabs you've been looking for. However, I do think that I can achieve all of that without feeling as if I've just stuffed my nose and mouth in a vegetable garden so I probably wouldn't use these again.

Quantitative Ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cream Of Tartar (Potassium bitartrate), Sorbitol, Lauroyl Sarcosine,  Kaolin, Xylitol, Wintergreen Oil, Pine Needles Absolute, Pine Oil, Parsley Seed Oil, Aniseed Oil, Clove Bud Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Geranium Oil, Sicilian Lemon Oil, Marjoram Oil, Peppermint Oil, Angelica Oil, Nettle Powder, Horsetail Herb Powder, Menthol Crystals, Water, Gardenia Extract, Stevia, Chlorophylin, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Gin And Tonic Mouthwash Tabs

Boy oh boy oh boy! If there is one thing I have learned from the many mouthwashes that I have experienced over the years, it's that some of them can feel as if they're ripping the very skin off the top of your mouth! The lengths that some people will go to to have the cleanest mouths is truly inspiring, and definitely not something that I aspire to follow.

Yet when I tried Gin And Tonic Mouthwash Tabs for the first time, this is exactly what I experienced. Its safe to say that if you're someone who doesn't enjoy feeling as if your mouth is on fire, I would probably avoid these like the plague. These little blue tabs mean absolute business and are certainly a godsend when you have some truly potent-smelling garlic breath you wish to eradicate. 

As I haven't drunk alcohol in any shape or matter for a number of years, I cannot remember the potency of an ice cold Gin And Tonic. However, I'm fairly certain that the after taste of said drink is not as strong as these little tabs, which contain an interesting collaboration of juniperberry, coriander, lime and angelica root oils, to give this mouthwash it's very unique flavour.

As soon as you grind one of these between your teeth and add the water to rinse, you can already taste the amalgamation of flavours coming together in unison. Gin And Tonic is like a intense blend of herbal notes mixed with a powerful current of mental crystals, blended up to create something rather potent yet not at all mint like.

During the swishing process, you cannot really gage much of the taste at all, only that your mouth is beginning to feel rather clean and refreshing in the process. However, as soon as you spilt the mouthwash out, the intense herbal combination fills your mouth and tongue with a strong, robust but rather impressive fresh taste. If you want your mouth to feel brand new, these are definitely a mouthwash tab you'll want to try out for yourself.

For those who have never used a mouthwash tab before, you simply crunch the tab between your teeth (I prefer to do this with my front teeth), take a slurp of water and begin swishing as you would a bottled mouthwash. Once you've finished, you spit the water into the sink and you're ready to brace the rest of the day without worrying about smelly breath, or the food from your lunch remaining stuck between your teeth. Lush recommend that you keep the mouthwash swishing around your mouth for a good minute before spitting it out, as this allows the ingredients to get to work at cleaning the mouth and deodorising the tongue so you get the maximum results possible.

As you would expect from Lush, the ingredients that have gone into making Gin And Tonic have also been carefully crafted and serve a purpose. Firstly, they  contain sodium bicarbonate, which is a natural softening ingredient that is also known for its ability to clean and deodorise at the same time. This is a key component that will help to clean your tongue, gums and teeth when you're swishing, and will help to rid your mouth of any strong odours that might be present at the time, freshening your breath in the process.

Each of the mouthwashes also contains xylitol, a natural substance that is found in certain fruits and vegetables and is used in foods and cosmetics as a refined sweetener. This ingredient has been proven to cause none of the harmful effects that sugar can have on the teeth; is perfect for diabetics as it doesn't effect blood sugar levels at all; yet offers the sweetness to help give these tabs their interesting but enjoyable flavours.

Whether you're popping out for a day at the beach; making a weekend trip to see the family; or jet-setting off to somewhere exciting, these 45g bottles can be tucked away with the assurance that you wont arrive at your destination with either soggy luggage, or with the lingering smells of your breakfast still festering on your tongue. Furthermore, they're also alcohol-free so these beauties wont cause you any issues when you're going through customs. No matter the length of your journey, these are handy to use at any time of the day: before you head out on your adventure; after a meal; or anytime you feel you need a little freshen up.

While I wouldn't say that Gin And Tonic possesses a flavour I particularly enjoy, I cannot fault how clean and crisp my mouth feels afterwards, and the effects of these last for hours after they've been used. I have found myself gravitating towards these more and more as of late, and this tells me that firmly making their way into my daily routine. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Silica, Citric Acid, Glycerine, Sorbitol, Xylitol, Malic Acid, Stevia, Menthol Crystals, Juniperberry Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Lime Oil, Angelica Root Oil, Elderflower Infusion, Caraway Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Cinnamal, Citral, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Flavour, Colour 42090.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £6.50 for 45g.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Dear John Bath Bomb

If I was paid for every time I made a negative judgement based on the aesthetics of a product, only to retract my statement when I realised its true potential, I would not only have a lot of money in the bank, but I'd probably be in possession of one of the weirdest career choices on the planet. However, this is exactly what happened with this limited edition bath bomb and I have been eating my words ever since.

Let's be honest and say that Dear John doesn't exactly inspire much in the way of excitement when it comes to its design. Sporting a white shell decorated with five blue ink spots on the surface, there isn't anything colourful about it that promises to offer consumers the bath art they often look for. In fact, many people would have no doubt avoided this one because of how little they assumed the product would offer in the water. Big mistake!

What I love about this Father's Day limited edition is that it offers so much in the way of scent and colour, that it's almost a crime that some consumers will miss out on this because of their preconceived ideas about what it would or would not offer them in the bath tub. To put it simply: this is one of the best bath bombs I have had from Lush all year.

As it's name suggests, this seasonal special shares its fragrance with the Dear John range, which is a big feature in this year's Father's Day collection. While described by many as being more of a masculine aroma, I happen to think that this smell sits comfortably in the middle and offers something for anyone that enjoys complex and very unique scents. 

Featuring many components that go into building up the overall fragrance, it is the vetivert and cedarwood oils that grip you first. Together, these two ingredients create a warm, woody aroma, with a delicate burnt note that nestles itself underneath the sweet blanket that this aroma offers. Alongside this, there is a delicate touch of clove, that adds an element of spice without being too heavy.

There is something rather creamy and almost musky about the overall smell on offer here, yet this doesn't come from any inclusion of either vanilla and tonka. This element not only draws all of the other ingredients together to create the Dear John fragrance, but also compliments the delicate citrus note that finishes the whole experience off. As someone who has tried this smell in many formats, this bath bomb is definitely one of the better renditions for sure.

Once in the bath, Dear John will continue to float on the surface, sending out waves of deep blue colour that permeated the water very quickly. Within the space of a minute, the entire tub was full of colour: sporting a shade of blue that I feel really needs to be experienced on a firsthand basis, to truly appreciate how stunning your bath water becomes.

What is impressive about this bath bomb is how well it upholds the fragrance in the water and how it leaves you feeling as well. I was able to enjoy the beautiful scent for the whole hour I was submerged beneath the water, and it lingered on my skin afterwards like a delicate kiss from a 1960's romance novel. Paired with the naked shower gel that also features in this current range, my experience was nothing short of beautiful.

Although having a bath will usually help you to unwind, no matter what the product you use, I really felt 'settled' and relaxed more than I usually do after using this bath bomb. Maybe the accumulation of the woody, smoky and slightly earthy notes helped to ground my thoughts a little more noticeably than some of the other bath bombs. 

No matter what caused this feeling, I had perhaps the greatest night's rest after bathing with Dear John, and I'm going to have to seriously stock up on these babies before they make an exit in the coming weeks. Why this bath bomb isn't part of the permanent range, I will never understand.     

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Cedarwood Oil, Vetivert Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Clove Bud Oil, Water (Aqua), Cream of Tartar, DRF Alcohol, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Propylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, *Citral, *Coumarin, *Eugenol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Colour 42090, Colour 17200, Colour 42090:2.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £4.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

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Dear John Naked Shower Gel

Like a new shoe that takes a while to fit the shape of your foot, my initial impression of Lush's naked shower gels wasn't exactly the most enthusiastic. No matter how much I loved the sentiment behind their progressive products, and how excited I was to see how they would work in the shower, my introduction to this new concept didn't heed promising results. I always found the liquid version to be stronger in scent; easier to lather; and much more moisturising than their naked counterparts.

However, the company have most likely spent a lot of time reworking and trialing different versions of these naked gels, as the last few I have tried have actually surpassed my expectations and replaced the liquid version as my favourite. This is why I was super excited to try out the brand new Dear John Naked Shower Gel.

While not my favourite colour by any means, the gorgeous shade of blue that this limited edition sports is simply beautiful, and definitely very suited to the fragrance that this naked gel offers. In the shower, this shower gel lathers up with ease: producing a creamy gel-like substance to massage across your body. 

What impressed me the most was that I needed very little to clean my whole body with. The second I began to lather it across my skin, it foamed up even more, and I was able to stretch it further. This meant that after using it for a week, I could barely see any difference in the size or shape of the naked gel. For this reason, I can imagine this limited edition lasting for a good two to three months (at least!) before it became too small to use in the same manner. 

Despite the lack of 'key ingredients' in the write up of this, the idea behind Dear John is that it is a multi-layered, complex aroma created as an ode to Mark Constantine's dad. What I noticed straight away with this naked version, was that there seemed to be far less emphasis on the delicate citrusy layer that has featured in every other format of this fragrance so far.

While it is still there, it's very low in the mix - almost as if the other components have overridden its power this time around. Instead, you'll find a warm woodiness and a slightly spicy smokiness as well. The cedarwood and vetivert work together to create a warm, rounded creamy smell, with just the subtlest hint of coffee in the background. Many consumers would probably describe it as being a more masculine fragrance. However, I think it plays a better role at being an alluring and very interesting unisex aroma.         

One difference between the liquid and the naked gel is that the latter is far creamier, and appears to be more rounded. In fact, there is something slightly (but very delicately) nutty about the naked version, which I think is more suited to the Dear John scent overall. It is for this reason that I actually found myself preferring this naked gel to the original shower gel.

If you have to choose between buying the liquid or naked version, I would honestly recommend that you buy Dear John Naked Shower Gel. It feels more moisturising on the skin; I was able to detect the scent for a good hour after I had exited the shower; and the fragrance of this one just seems more inviting overall.

Quantitative Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Glycerine, Fresh Coriander and Fair Trade Organic Clove Extract, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Perfume, Cedarwood Oil, Vetivert Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Clove Bud Oil, *Citral, *Coumarin, *Eugenol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Colour 42090, Colour 42090:2, Colour 17200.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £11.50 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Dear John Coffee Shampoo Bar

With the amount of new hair care coming out from Lush, it can be very daunting for fans to know what to invest in, and which ones to avoid altogether. As quickly as they arrive, my hair becomes the testing ground for these new products, which often leaves my locks feeling rather confused and in despair.

After numerous new conditioners and protein shampoos, Dear John Coffee Shampoo Bar came along and completely blew each and every one of them out of the water. This is easily the best shampoo bar that Lush have EVER done. Yes, you heard that right! And if you're not convinced what makes this one shine, please continue reading to find out. 

Firstly, the smell of this bar is simply delicious. If you enjoy Cup O' Coffee Body Mask, you'll love the rich and smoky coffee scent that this limited edition brings to the table. As others have mentioned before me, there is also something slightly woody about the fragrance of this that reminds me a little of Dear John as well.

Having said that, if you're not a fan of coffee, you may be pleased to know that the scent of this doesn't really seem to make itself known when it's being used in the shower. Strangely, despite the robust smell when its dry; when it's wet, the smell almost evaporates a little. If you're worried that the coffee will permeate your locks and leave a smell that follows you around, you may be pleased to know that the aroma all but dissipates when the shampoo is washed out. 

What the inclusion of both the coffee beans and the caffeine powder does do however, is stimulate the scalp and promote healthy growth. If you're like me, that suffers from both rather thin hair, or hair that doesn't seem to want to grow as fast as others do, this shampoo bar will work wonders at helping this process to speed up a little. While it's probably more wishful thinking than actual progress, my hair genuinely feels a little longer since I began using this about 10 days ago.

What I will say is that Dear John Coffee Shampoo Bar lathers up really generously, so you barely need to stimulate it between your hands before you have enough to massage into your hair and scalp. Once you have done this, leaving it on for a couple of minutes before rinsing it away will work wonders at cleaning your whole head of hair.

After using this only once, I was amazed when I noticed how soft my hair felt before I applied my conditioner. I find that a lot of shampoos tends to rely on the conditioning aspect of your routine, to retain that moisture. However, I can safely say that this limited edition could easily be used by itself, and still heed impressive results.

While my hair was drying, I noticed how much softer my locks felt; how much more shine my hair had on offer; and even how much thicker it looked and felt after I had brushed out any tangles. While my ends were still a little frizzy, the rest of my hair sat beautifully down my back, and it's the first time in a long while that I was able to wear my hair down without needing to apply an oil.

Ultimately, I do think that it's a little strange that one of Lush's best ever shampoos has been released only as a limited edition. And it's a shame that it has received less coverage than these other products because of this fact. In my mind, Dear John Coffee Shampoo Bar is my favourite shampoo from Lush, and coupled with the recently released American Cream Pressed Conditioner, makes my hair look and feel like gorgeous.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Coco Sulfate, Fair Trade Organic Clove Infusion, Perfume, Ground Coffee, Cocoa Powder, Whole Coffee Bean, Cedarwood Oil, Vetivert Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Clove Bud Oil, Molasses, Aloe Vera Extract, Caffeine Powder, *Citral, *Coumarin, *Eugenol, *Limonene, *Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £7.50 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Almond Blossoms Shower Oil

After the last few days of testing out all of Lush's new shower oils, it's safe to say that my skin is looking and feeling incredible. For something so simple, and seemingly not that different from other products they have offered before, I'm surprised that these gorgeous products haven't made themselves known far sooner.

Almond Blossoms is the fourth in a series of eight that I have to try, and out of the entire range this is probably the prettiest in my eyes. Sporting a lovely, pale pink exterior, with a white star decorating its surface, this almost looks like something you'd find in a quaint little bakery or an experimental chocolate shop.

Boasting an abundance of almond oil and almond butter, this little beauty is designed to soften your skin in the most incredible manner, whilst also replenishing and repairing your skin with the proteins found in the miracle nut it is named after. And given that this is Lush, they have gone even further by sourcing the almond oil from a project that helps Palestinian farmers  to sell their produce globally.

Much like every other shower oil, the best way of using this is to ensure your skin in damp and then gently massage the block across the skin. The warmth will melt the bar and coat your skin with a thin layer of butter and oils, which can then be massaged with your fingers to spread them across a bigger surface area. I would avoid putting too much pressure on these bars as you will waste a lot of the product in doing so. Avoiding direct contact with the running water will also ensure that this bar shrinks at a far slower pace - which means you can stretch out their lifespan far longer.

Unlike a body butter or a body conditioner, the residue you get from all of Lush's shower oils are far more gentle on the skin, making them perfect for those who dislike the heaviness that you can sometimes get from using either of the above formats. Yet despite this, the shower oils are equally as effective at moisturising the skin, and perhaps work out better value for money.  

Much like Coco Loco Shower Oil, this shower oil produced more of a milky residue on the skin, although it was just as effective at nourishing my body and equally as light as the other shower oils I have tested out so far. Furthermore, the ease in which this worked on my skin meant that I needed very little to coat my entire body - meaning that I envisage this lasting a long time in my bathroom. 

Scent wise, this is one Lush's more subtle shower oils. The cedarwood oil adds a gentle resinous, woody quality to it, while the coriander induces the tiniest thread of herbal goodness underneath. However, the levels of almond present here means that this makes the strongest impression on your senses, while also maintaining a very subtle smell overall. You can smell the creaminess and the nuttiness of the almond butter but there's very little else that you can make out, aside from the two notes that I mentioned above.

Overall, I really enjoyed using this one, although the fragrance didn't really leave much of an impression on me. The shower oil itself worked really effectively and I was able to see and feel a difference between my skin before and after using this product. Having said that, I usually appreciate smells that demand a little bit more of a reaction and I would have liked this one to be stronger. I would very mush describe the scent of this as being simply 'nice', so not something I was excited about trying to maintain on my skin afterwards. While I would definitely use this again, and cannot fault what it did to my skin, it would not be my first choice over stronger, more impressionable variations. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Fair Trade Almond Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sunflower Wax, Perfume, Almond Butter, Organic Illipe Butter, Coriander Seed Oil, Almond Essential Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Colour 73360. 

Vegan?: Yes.

2018 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2018.

Coco Loco Shower Oil

While I have always loved coconut-smelling products, I have never gone above and beyond to seek out cosmetics with that particular fragrance. That was until I met my partner, who happens to be obsessed with all things coconut, and now I find myself sniffing everything that even so much as mentions the fruit in its ingredients list.   

When I discovered that Coco Loco Shower Oil contained both coconut cream and coconut flour, my mouth immediately began to salivate at the thought of how delicious it would smell on my skin, and this feeling only intensified when I finally had the solid block of perfection in my hands. 

Although there are a couple of shower oils I have yet to smell, this is by far my favourite of the ones I have been lucky enough to experience. And while it doesn't replicate the scent of Big Calm Shower Jelly perfectly, fans of this Kitchen exclusive will definitely be pleased to hear that it is very similar.

To my nose, this limited edition is a velvety-soft concoction of coconut cream and Brazilian orange oil. The former ingredient offers a smooth, creamy, decadent layer of nuttiness, while the orange and lemongrass oils add a delicate note of warm, fruity goodness to round it all off. Together they smell like a tropical paradise: a full-bodied cocktail that tantalises the tastebuds and makes you wish it was edible.

What I loved about Coco Loco was that it was so comforting for both my skin and my mindset whenever I used it. Like a warm blanket in the winter months, this shower oil coated my skim and left it incredibly soft and moisturised. At the same time, the fragrance lingered on my skin like a warm hug, and noticeably elevated my mood in doing so.

Unlike Cool Beans, this shower oil produced more of a milky residue on the skin, although it was just as effective at nourishing my body and equally as light as the other shower oils I have tested out so far. Furthermore, the ease in which this worked on my skin meant that I needed very little to coat my entire body - meaning that I envisage this lasting a long time in my bathroom. 

Much like every other shower oil, the best way of using this is to ensure your skin in damp and then gently massage the block across the skin. The warmth will melt the bar and coat your skin with a thin layer of butter and oils, which can then be massaged with your fingers to spread them across a bigger surface area. I would avoid putting too much pressure on these bars as you will waste a lot of the product in doing so. Avoiding direct contact with the running water will also ensure that this bar shrinks at a far slower pace - which means you can stretch out their lifespan far longer.

Unlike a body butter or a body conditioner, the residue you get from all of Lush's shower oils are far more gentle on the skin, making them perfect for those who dislike the heaviness that you can sometimes get from using either of the above formats. Yet despite this, the shower oils are equally as effective at moisturising the skin, and perhaps work out better value for money.

As I have said in all of my reviews of the shower oils so far, I am really impressed by how effective these new products are, and just how much usage you can get out of one little block. Coco Loco is definitely one that should be made a permanent: not only because it pertains a beautiful, creamy scent that I want to bathe in all day, but because it's perfect for me when I'm travelling. It not only serves as a brilliant replacement for a body lotion but it's environmentally friendly as well. Double whammy!

Quantitative Ingredients: Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sunflower Wax, Coconut Flour, Perfume, Coconut Cream, Brazilian Orange Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Powdered Charcoal, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Coumarin, Limonene, Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2018 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2018.