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5 July 2019

Happy Pill Toothy Tabs



One thing I have learnt over the last couple of years is that the only way to become a morning person is to change your perspective on life. There is something truly magical about transitioning your mindset into feeling happiness when you wake, no matter what that time may be, and it will completely revolutionise your life if you can do so. 

Although there is not such a thing as a lie-in for me anymore and my alarm goes off most mornings at 5am, I am usually really spritely and energetic when I initially wake up. Following my routine really helps me to begin my day in the right frame of mind and set off on the right foot. And usually I experience very little in the way of 'drama' when this happens. 


However, with the recent release of all of Lush's new oral care, there are times when the 'unexpected' throws me off course for a few minutes. Putting an unexpected flavour of tooth paste in your mouth for example, can sometimes jolt you awake a little too quickly than your mind can fathom.

When I first opened the bottle of Happy Pill Toothy Tabs, I hadn't read the ingredients list and I couldn't even put into words what the brand new invention even smelled like. However, after much deliberation I truly believe that these little tabs share their scent with the Frozen Bath Bomb that discontinued a year ago.

Featuring neroli, orange flower absolute, sweet orange oil and lavender, these little tabs smell like a sophisticated yet very refreshing floral aroma. The orange flower absolute, coupled with the delicate notes of lavender, created a floral cloud that lingers about the fragrance  The neroli then adds a sweet but slightly green-like note that gives this smell its unique twist. Finally, the orange oil brings a gentle fruitiness to the mix as well.

To be honest, I'm glad that Lush have used this fragrance in other formats first. Had they introduced the toothy tabs before the rest of the Frozen range, I would have said that the aroma would have been simply wasted as merely a toothy tab. The fact that there are other beautiful products already only serves to sweeten the deal.

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 Happy Pill 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.

What I will say about Happy Pill is that the taste is definitely an acquired one. To be honest, I would describe the taste as being a little sweet; slightly floral; and mildly soapy, which will probably turn a lot of people away from trying these beauties. However, there is something slightly alluring about the taste of these toothy tabs that makes me think that I actually like them quite a lot.
These toothy tabs are by no means going to leave you with a refreshing taste in your mouth. However, my teeth and mouth did feel really clean after using these daily and the taste lingered long enough to keep my breath 'fresh' throughout my mornings at work. 

Much like many of Lush's non-potent tabs, you can consume food almost immediately after using these tabs and the taste won't hinder your tastebuds. For this reason, Happy Pill is great for those 'brush and go' sort of people such as myself. However, I will be honest and say that I can imagine many consumers will be a little put off by the taste that does indeed linger on the tongue, because while it isn't at all disgusting, it's definitely not one that I can describe as being particularly nice either.

Happy Pill Toothy Tabs are definitely one that I would recommend that you try for yourself, as they're a flavour that will divide fans down the middle very quickly. Having said that, if you're someone who likes their oral care to be as simple as black and white, I would definitely avoid giving these a whirl.

Quantitative Ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cream Of Tartar (Potassium bitartrate), Sorbitol, Lauroyl Sarcosine, Xylitol, Neroli Oil, Orange Flower Absolute, Rose Oil, Sweet Wild Orange Oil, Lavender Oil, Stevia, Fine Sea Salt, Gardenia Extract, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Flavour.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019. 

12 May 2019

Apple FUN Bar




There is just something about green-coloured products that excite me more than any other. Whether it's simply because green happens to be my favourite colour, or because I associate the colour with nature and natural smells (hence the reason why it's my favourite colour!), my heart beats a little faster when I see that familiar shade appear across my screen. 

As far as FUN Bars go, Apple is easily one of the most vibrant ones to date, and whether it's a subconscious pairing of the colour and scent together, the smell of the So White fragrance just seems that little bit more delicious than it does in every other formats.

Replicating this popular scent family perfectly, this little bar of Fun features an array of ingredients that create a crisp, refreshing and very fruity apple aroma. Imagine biting into a perfectly sweet and delicately sour Granny Smith apple, and you'll be able to smell this product before you've even had a chance to purchase it.
As with all of the other FUN bars that Lush offer, this one is versatile in how you use it and does a great job in each role. Firstly, this is a great replacement for either your shower jelly, soap or gel. Simply take a small piece (about the size of a grape), wet it under the shower hose and massage it directly across your body. The bar foams up a treat and produces an impressive amount of light, fluffy lather that can be distributed across your skin with ease.

Just like Lush's shower gels, this bar leaves your skin really clean and with a sweet, crisp apple fragrance to accompany you for a good hour or so after your shower. While it's not as moisturising as the gels and jellies, I don't find FUN bars to be as drying on the skin as soap can be, even though they don't offer the complex scents you'd expect with Lush soaps.  

Secondly, FUN can be used in much the same way as a bubble bar: crumbling a small piece under the running tap to produce some bubbles as part of a cocktail. What I will say is that you don't get much more than just a light shade of green in the water when using this particular one, and it's definitely not as moisturising as an actual bubble bar. However, I did find that I could smell traces of Apple FUN when I used this in the bath with a Groovy Kind Of Love Bath Bomb, which is impressive given how strong this bath bomb is.

Finally, this FUN bar can be used as a replacement for a shampoo. While I haven't tried this (due to the number of new shampoos that Lush have unleashed on us recently) I can imagine it would lather up well and leave your hair smelling super gorgeous afterwards. In fact, when I thought about Lush actually releasing a So White-scented shampoo bar, my heart skipped a beat at the mere idea of this being made a reality.
My only concern with Apple FUN, as it always is with any of Lush's FUN bars, is that you need to store this properly to prevent it from becoming a sticky mess at the side of your bath. While I love the fact that it's not in pot so it saves on packaging, you will need to keep this FUN Bar cool and dry in between showers. I would suggest breaking off a few pieces and storing them in a pot, away from any possible running water, as this will prolong the life of the bar.

Fans of the So White scent will no doubt appreciate that their favourite fragrance is currently available all year around, although it's currently rather difficult for most fans to purchase it anyway, as it's only sold in a single store worldwide. However, I hope that, along with the other FUN bars that I have been privileged enough to get my hands on, this one will soon be available online for all consumers to purchase.

Quantitative Ingredients: Cornflour, Talc, Glycerine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Bergamot Oil, Brazilian Orange Oil, Rose Absolute, Orange Flower Absolute, Neroli Oil, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Perfume, Colour 45350, Colour 42090.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £3.95 for 100g.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.


9 May 2019

Crazy Train Bath Bomb




If I'm in the right mood for it, Lush's playful designs really bring alive the child inside of me, and it's a lovely feeling to see the youthful glow that it brings to my cheeks. As someone who considers themselves to be very creative, bath bombs such as this one spark an extra dosage of excitement inside of me, and I couldn't wait to try it out for size.

Shaped like a locomotive, Crazy Train Bath Bomb wouldn't go amiss on the shelf of a Harrods store: a beautiful blue and red-shaped train with a little scroll of blue paper tucked in the top. This latter feature gives you the opportunity to write a little message to the receiver of this bath bomb, which adds an extra special touch for the father in your life to enjoy.
Sharing its scent with the Prince fragrance - including the recent body spray that was released earlier this year - this bath bomb offers a wonderful combination of mandarin, neroli, orange flower and vetivert.To my nose, the orange flower and the mandarin are the strongest notes to begin with. Crazy Train offers a bitter, green-like fruity smell, that reminds me very much of the smell you get when peeling a fresh satsuma - that sweet citrus aroma with a slight tartness from the peel.

However, alongside this there is a wonderful layer of vetivert that gives this bath bomb a woody base to work from: offering a complexity that is somewhat lost in the shower gel format, but is definitely present here. Having been using the body spray recently, I can honestly vouch that this bath bomb is very close to replicating the scent almost perfectly. 
What I appreciated the most however, was the fragrance when the bath bomb was placed in the water. That's when the citrusy elements of the mandarin and neroli came out in full force, and it was strong enough to leave me feeling like a peeled - but very contented - orange afterwards. The scent was super strong in the water, and I would recommend this to anybody who needs something to help motivate them first thing in the morning.

As if the fragrance wasn't already impressive, the bath bomb itself created a stunning show in the tub. Immediately fizzing upon contact with the water, Crazy Train released a stunning show of thick blue, red and white swirls across the surface. Within seconds, the water had turned a stunning shade of dark blue, and the smell was radiating around the room at the same time. 

Once fully dissolved, I noticed straight away that the water felt super thick and sultry: I could almost feel my skin becoming more and more nourished by the second. After bathing for almost an hour in the tub, I was left with the softest skin I could possibly achieve, and the gentle smell of orange wrapped itself around my body like a warm hug. 
I don't know what the Lush community need to do to convince Lush that most of this year's Father's Day range needs to become permanent, but I only hope the big bosses consider how wonderful Crazy Train would be as a regular bath bomb. I for one, would be buying one of these every few weeks, if it was always in shops, and the only bath bomb that I'd invest more in would be the classic Intergalactic.

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Perfume, Neroli Oil, Orange Flower Absolute, Sicilian Red Mandarin Oil, Vetivert Oil, Water (Aqua), Cream of Tartar, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dipropylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Benzyl Alcohol, *Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, *Limonene, *Linalool, Colour 14700, Colour 42090, Colour 17200, Colour 77491, Colour 15850:1, Colour 59040.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £5.50 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.


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20 April 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.


16 April 2019

Fairy Trumpets Bath Bomb




Based on a wild flower of the same name, Fairy Trumpets is a vibrant yellow bath bomb with pink etchings of the flower decorating the surface, to give it a lovely finish. There is something almost old-fashioned about the fragrance and design of this bath bomb that would appeal to the older generation as well as the modern day Lush connoisseur.

Containing chamomile and orange flower absolute as the key ingredients, Fairy Trumpets is floral fragrance through and through, although there is something rather rounded and almost creamy about the scent that reminds me a little of the dynamics of the Silky Underwear smell. While it doest's pertain the same aroma, there is something about both fragrances that offer a muskiness set apart from most floral aromas.

Chamomile is at the forefront of this smell: offering both a naturally sweet note and one laced with a little herbal twist as well. In fact, I think it is the chamomile that gives the impression that this is quite a calming floral scent, and despite its colour, you'd do well to use this one before bed. 

Up next I was then able to detect both the orange flower absolute and the gardenia extract: both of which added their own delicate aromas alongside the chamomile. The inclusion of the rosewood oil just adds an almost resinous layer to the smell and helps to pad the aroma out so that it becomes rather cloudy and warming, rather than refreshing and light.    

There is something familiar about the smell of this bath bomb, but I'm not exactly sure whether it's just similar to something else my nose has smelt before, or whether it does indeed share its scent with something else, and I just cannot inspire my brain to figure it out. Either way, I really enjoyed the smell of this one for sure. 

Unfortunately, I didn't appreciate Fairy Trumpets when I get myself into the bath. Firstly, this bath bomb wasn't the most interesting to watch. It fizzed away very quickly, without leaving any coloured bath art on the surface, and left the water a rather average shade of orange. While there was an abundance of popping candy to add a little bonus effect while it was dissolving, it certainly wasn't on par with some of the other exclusive bath bombs I have tried.

Secondly, the consistency of the water was a little oily after the bath bomb had disappeared; which was great for my skin but also left quite a nasty pink stain around the edge of my bath. If there's one thing that deters me from bath bombs, it's having to scrub my tub down afterwards to remove the evidence. Not cool in the slightest. 

On the positive side, the scent of this remained very much present throughout and after my bath: lingering around the house hours after I had drained the water away. Furthermore, I also discovered that the fragrance of Fairy Trumpets permeated my skin for almost the same length of time, which meant I was able to wear it almost like a perfume for a good part of the day. I'll be honest and say that I can't remember another bath bomb that has offered the same intensity as this one did. 

Ultimately, my skin was left feeling very smooth, although not as nourished as some of the carrageenan-infused bath bombs have offered me in the past. I also happened to really appreciate the fragrance remaining on my skin, as it meant I was able to enjoy the smell throughout the most part of my day. However, the lack of excitement in the tub, coupled with the mess afterwards, meant that I crossed Fairy Trumpets Bath Bomb off of my list of 'ones to buys again.'

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Popping Candy, Chamomile Oil, Orange Flower Absolute, Rosewood Oil, Water (Aqua), Gardenia Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Geraniol, *Linalool, Perfume, Colour 47005, Colour 45410, Colour 14700, Colour 17200.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.


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10 April 2019

Pansy Liquid Perfume



When I found out that Lush were bringing some of their earliest perfumes back from the vaults of Cosmetics To Go, my excitement was off the chain. As a collector of the company's products, there is nothing more exciting than being given the opportunity to try something out that I always assumed I would never ever get the chance to.

Originally released in 1993, Pansy Liquid Perfume is a fragrance that seems to have strangely divided the Lush community, and I have seen some quite strong reactions from people who have purchased this for themselves. For such a beautifully peaceful-smelling scent, I find this a little hard to understand.

While it is not a direct replica, Pansy does indeed smell almost on par with that of The Olive Branch: so much so that I would class this as being from the same scent family for certain. Yet strangely, the ingredients list of this perfume reads very differently from any other product that features this same aroma.

Containing orange flower absolute as the key ingredient, this exclusive fragrance offers a sweet, delicate, floral aroma, with an almost nutty warmth that acts like huge comforting hug as the perfume dances across your skin. From the bottle, you can smell both the labdanum and galbanum oils, both of which add a rich, sultry and slightly resinous aroma. These work harmoniously with the floral aspect - as well as the very subtle touch of fruitiness that features here - to create a simply beautiful perfume to indulge in.

Whether it's because my nose is familiar with the many other products featuring The Olive Branch scent, or because Lush have included other components here as well, but there is a layer to Pansy that reminds me of expensive olive oil, with all of its wonderful nuttiness. Gentle floral notes infuse with these layers to offer a delicate balance of smells, while there is also something subtly herbal about the fragrance as well, which comes from the inclusion of the rosemary oil. This is a very rich but equally very beautiful fragrance, and one that stands by itself as being exquisitely unique.

What makes this Pansy Liquid Perfume so gorgeous is the fact that the smell deepens and becomes even more rounded when it's sprayed directly onto your skin. One spritz on each wrist in the morning lasted me all of the way into the early afternoon, and I was still able to detect remnants of the fragrance when I reapplied some more around 2pm. While by this point the scent was very subtle, my nose was still able to connect with the perfume for almost 6 hours.

What I loved about Pansy, which I didn't find happen with The Olive Branch Liquid Perfume, was that it acted a little more like the body spray and offered different layers while it was resting on my skin. An initial spray offers a fresh, uplifting collaboration of both the orange flower absolute and the galbanum oils. However, every new burst came with slightly different elements, and I was able to enjoy the sweetness; the nuttiness; and the delicate herbal notes at various times throughout the day.

While the name doesn't necessarily suit the smell of this perfume, and it may prevent some consumers who dislike floral aromas from buying it, if you're a fan of The Olive Branch scent, you'll want to get your hands on this right away. This is definitely my favourite so far of the Gold Label Liquid Perfumes. Simply yummy!


Quantitative Ingredients: DRF Alcohol, Perfume, Bergamot Oil, Orange Flower Absolute, Rosemary Oil, Galbanum Oil, Labdanum Resinoid, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, *Benzyl Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, *Citral, Coumarin, Oakmoss Extract, *Farnesol, *Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, *Limonene,*Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £35 for 30ml.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.


28 March 2019

Prince Body Spray



There is always something rather satisfying about a new product coming out that showcases a scent in a different light. That's the beauty of Lush sometimes: each of their renditions tend to be very slightly different to what came out before, and while one fragrance might not have worked for you as a bath bomb or a shower jelly, might very well hit the spot as body lotion or bubble bar.

Such is the case with Prince Body Spray: a brand new release that sees the company offering fans of the discontinued Prince Shower Gel a chance to experience their much-loved smell all over again. Someone such as myself, who wasn't ever enamoured with the original scent anyway, this new body spray has allowed me appreciate an aroma that I had previously written off as being rather boring. 

Much like the aforementioned shower gel, a spray of this body spray unleashes a collaboration of different smells to contend with. Firstly, there's the zestiness of both the orange and neroli oils. These two combined offer a bitter, green-like fruity smell, that reminds me very much of the smell you get when peeling a fresh satsuma - that sweet citrus aroma with a slight tartness from the peel.

Next up, is the wonderful layer of vetivert that gives this scent a woody base to work from: offering a complexity that is somewhat lost in the shower gel format; and helping to ground this perfume enough so that it remains on the skin for a lot longer than it would if it was just the fruity components by themselves. Alongside this, the orange flower absolute adds a refreshing, crisp floral note that elevates all of the key components and helps Prince Body Spray to remain on the skin for a good couple of hours after application.

Unlike the shower gel, you can actually smell the richness of the ingredients present here, and there is something far more alluring and beautiful about this aroma in a body spray format. While the shower gel is rather flat and two dimensional, this latest release offers far more complexity on the skin.

While all of Lush's are unisex fragrances, this one would definitely appeal to men who like more masculine smells. As far as being a signature scent, I still think this would equate to being too 'boring' to grab anyone's attention in that manner. However, it's definitely both interesting and refreshing enough to use on a regular basis, and I am looking forward to using this during the hottest months of the year. 

Quantitative Ingredients: DRF Alcohol, Perfume, *Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Orange Oil, Neroli Oil, Orange Flower Absolute, Vetivert Oil, Sicilian Red Mandarin Oil, *Citral, *Farnesol, *Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, *Linalool.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £20 for 200ml.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.


Scent Family:
Prince Body Spray
Prince Shower Gel



25 January 2019

Chamomile Flower Bath Bomb




There is something so beautiful about the colour blue in a bath tub. Like the sky on a clear blue day, this shade of colour inspires a feeling of calmness and freedom unlike any other that I've ever experienced. Matched with a light and sensual fragrance, this combination threatens to take you to heights that you've never experienced before in the tub, but it's very rare that all of these elements are ever present together to create that sort of climax.

Chamomile Flower Bath Bomb may very well be one of only a handful of bath bombs to ever hit the spot in the way I described above. Not only was the bath bomb a stunning pastel blue - which then served to create a similar shade of colour in the water, but the fragrance that went alongside it was equally as beautiful in every way.

While not scent I originally recognised, I came to understand that the premise behind this Mother's Day special was that it was supposed to smell like the classic Figs And Leaves Soap. Once a regular soap in my house hold, I could recognise that both products contained the orange flower absolute and the ylang ylang that would suggest they would share the same fragrance. However, I think the inclusion of the chamomile powder gives it a very different note, and I wouldn't say it's a particular good replica, if you're a fan of the soap.

That's not to say this bath bomb isn't stunning though as the smell that greets you immediately is a fresh, uplifting and very beautiful floral aroma. The orange flower absolute is naturally sweet and very strong, yet delicate at the same time: there is nothing overwhelming about the smell of this at all. Alongside this, the inclusion of the chamomile powder creates a rich and slightly powdery herbal smell - one that grounds the other components while also thickening the layers present. 

In a way, Chamomile Flower Bath Bomb reminds me a little bit of Dad's Garden Chamomile And Honeysuckle Liquid Perfume, albeit with an extra helping of chamomile and without the sultry layer of jasmine underneath. While not all that alike, there are similarities that may help you to decide whether or not this may be a fragrance that you'd appreciate or not. 

In the water, this bath bomb spreads its arms across the surface, creating wave after wave of rich pastel blue colour to indulge in. Once fully dissolved, the tub offers that of a blue lagoon that you want to submerge yourself beneath: not to resurface until you feel like you have well and truly escaped the cloying hands of modern day responsibilities.

What I really appreciated about Chamomile Flower Bath Bomb was that the scent lingered for so long in the tub - reaching out across my bathroom and into my hallway, so that I could still smell it for a long time after I exited the tub. The fact that I could also smell remnants on both my hair and my body afterwards only served to make me appreciate how wonderful this limited edition really was.

While the bath bomb wasn't the most moisturising experience I have ever indulged in, my skin did look and feel rather soft and clean after towelling myself down, and I was able to fall asleep rather quickly after using one of these, which was an added bonus.

Ultimately, this is a bath bomb that I feel should be made a permanent feature of Lush's range. The fragrance is beautiful and very versatile: appealing to a large array of tastebuds; the colour of the water is super relaxing and definitely one of my favourite shades to bathe in; and the aroma leaves a lasting impression on both yourself and the setting around you.

Whether you're buying for yourself, or for a loved one, this is a great way of showing them how much you care in the form of an experience that they will cherish for a long time. Whether you write a personalised message on the scroll before presenting the gift, or leave it blank as you're using it yourself, the results will well and truly inspire you to buy another one before the season is out. 

Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Orange Flower Absolute, Ylang Ylang Oil, Water (Aqua), Chamomile Powder, Cream of Tartar, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, *Linalool, Perfume, Colour 42090.

Vegan?: Yes.

2019 Price: £5.95 each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.



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