While I usually opt to use the limited edition perfumes that I own, there are a few regular-line ones that I always revert back to on occasions. Smuggler's Soul Liquid Perfume in my number one choice from Lush's extensive fragrance collection, and there has never been a time when I've used the perfume and not felt better afterwards.
Initially, it was rather disappointing when Lush brought out their exclusive Father's Day range for the first time last year, and I discovered that the solid shampoo bar was labelled as vegetarian only. However, with a slight change of ingredients and an improved formula, 2017 has seen the seasonal product turn vegan, and we are all the better for it.
Described as being both poignant and smoky, Smugglers Soul Solid Shampoo Bar is a royal treat for the hair: a product that not only showcases one of the best smells in this format, but also works far better than a number of the regular bars in store.
Containing a combination of sandalwood, vetivert and tagetes, this limited edition is both sweet and sultry. The lemongrass not only offers the hair a shine that helps to bring out any natural highlights that your locks may possess, but it is also one of the key notes in the overall smell. In fact, it is the lemongrass that compliments the smoky elements of the sandalwood, and what also intertwines with the vetivert to give off a delicately sweet smell.
While I was a little confused at first by the inclusion of the watercress infusion, I have since learned that this ingredient is great for stimulating hair growth, and also helps to give this solid shampoo bar a very moisturising lather that softens, strengthens and repairs hair at the same time.
You only need to stimulate this for a couple seconds for it to create an abundance of silky-soft lather to massage into your hair. In fact, I found that I only had to wet the product briefly for it to produce enough 'foam' to coat my whole head with. Once applied, I would leave it on for around five minutes before rinsing it out and using conditioner.
Although I tend to use Avocado Cowash to add in moisture and keep my hair in tip-top condition, there were a few times when I opted to use Smugglers Soul Solid Shampoo by itself, and I found that my hair was just as smooth and manageable as it would have been after using conditioner. Despite there being nothing in the ingredients list that hinted at why this seasonal special was so effective in that manner, it was not something I was going to question.
What I loved about this shampoo was that I was firstly able to enjoy the wonderful smell of Smugglers Soul in the shower, albeit briefly. Although this scent unfortunately didn't seem to last once a conditioner had been applied, nor when used by itself, it was a fleeting luxury that made me wish that Lush would bring out a shower gel or jelly with the same fragrance.
My only qualm with this solid shampoo bar was the fact I felt as if it seemed to shrink a little quicker than other bars of its kind. If left to dry naturally, I noticed that the bar would be smaller the next time I went to wash my hair. For this reason, I would highly recommend that you pat it dry after use, to ensure you get the most out of it.
Unfortunately, this bar does not stick around to become a regular member of my hair care routine. However, I have bought a few bars to see me through a good many months. For fans of Smugglers Soul, and indeed those who appreciate a good-quality shampoo, I would highly recommend that you give this one a go. I hope, for my hair's sake, that this makes a reappearance next Father's Day.
Quantitative Ingredients: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Perfume, Watercress Infusion, Rosewood Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Vetivert Oil, Tagetes Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Polyquaternium-88, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Citral, *Coumarin, *Limonene, *Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Colour 15510, Colour 17200, Colour 42090.
Vegan?: Yes.
2017 Price: £7.50 each.
Year Of Original Release: 2017.
Scent Family:Smuggler's Soul Body LotionSmuggler's Soul Body SpraySmuggler's Soul Facial ScrubSmuggler's Soul Liquid PerfumeSmuggler's Soul Solid PerfumeSmugglers Soul Solid Shampoo BarVeerappen Moustache Wax
When I moved into my first flat in London, one of the people I resided with for a number of years was obsessed with lemon sherbets. Near on every day I would find him munching on the sweets at any given moment, and I would often discover handfuls of them down the back of the sofa, and in some of the oddest places around the house. While my sweet tooth led me to try a few myself, I would always regret that decision when the roof of my mouth became sore and my tongue began to bleed.
Fast forward a good number of years and a tub of Lemony Flutter Body Lotion is posted through my door. After the recent release of the body conditioner, which turned out to be stunning, I was excited to see if this variation was as refreshing and as delicious as its counterpart. As it turned out, it was equally as amazing...
When it comes to dessert, lemon has always been my number one choice: lemon fridge cake, lemon drizzle, lemon meringue pie. To me, this body lotion is the epitome of a rich, creamy lemon mousse or yoghurt - a bright, zesty creation that mimics the scent of the lemon and lime Starburst sweets that you can buy in shops, albeit richer.
There is something slightly 'foody' about this lotion that may be initially off-putting to those who dislike smelling like something they might want to eat. Furthermore, the fruity, citrusy element is then elevated once the lotion has begun dissolving into the skin - giving off a smell not unlike a slice of lemon torte or a spoonful of buttercream frosting.
What I loved about this lotion, aside from the fragrance, was that it is rather thin in consistency. Normally, I would be rather hesitant to use a lotion so light, as I tend to find that these types don't normally offer a very wholesome experience for the skin. However, I was really surprised to discover that Lemony Flutter Body Lotion was the complete inverse.
Containing only cocoa butter and almond oil as a base, I wasn't expecting this to be as highly nourishing or as effective as it turned out to be. Given how thin it was, I assumed that I would need to use quite a generous amount to achieve the desired effect. However, I discovered that it was very easy to manipulate and massage across the skin, and I had only to skim the surface of the lotion to collect enough for a good part of my body.
Once on the body, it doesn't take very long for the product to begin absorbing into the skin - leaving it feeling more plump and looking almost instantly radiant. Impressively, after a single use, I found that the dry patches I had on my hands and arms near on vanished, which was a welcome bonus. While the lotion doesn't leave you feeling sticky or greasy, it does take a good fifteen to twenty minutes to fully absorb, so you may wish to give yourself enough to time to let that happen before trying to put any clothes back on.
What was equally impressive was the fact that the beautiful smell stayed with me for a good couple of hours after application, and due to some residue getting on my clothes as well, I was able to detect notes of lemon when I put my cardigan back on at the end of the day.
The only negative point that I would say about this body lotion is that the results do not tend to last that far past a day. Although I noticed that the dry areas across my arms were fading, they were not disappearing as quickly as they would normally do with some of Lush's other body lotions.
Having said that, this is definitely a body lotion that I will be using for the foreseeable future.The bright, uplifting lemony tones will make this the perfect company in this warmer summer months, and there is nothing sexier than knowing that you smell like a lemon cupcake.
Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Almond Oil, Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Glycerine, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, Sicilian Lemon Oil, Lavender Oil, Tagetes Oil, Chamomile Blue Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, *Linalool, *Geraniol, *Limonene, *Citral, Perfume, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Vegan?: Yes.
2017 Price: £16.95 for 225g.
Year Of Original Release: 2011.
Scent Family:Lemony Flutter Body ConditionerLemony Flutter Body LotionLemony Flutter Cuticle Butter (non vegan)
Years ago, when I was the queen of buying anything and everything Lush on ebay, I managed to pick myself up a rare tub of Lemony Flutter Body Lotion - a product that had only been released for a select number of people through the old Lush forum years beforehand. Unfortunately, as to be expected, it arrived with little fragrance and a less than appealing consistency, and I have been pining after a fresh tub ever since.
When the Lush Kitchen announced that they would be bringing out a body conditioner in the same fragrance, I was ecstatic. While it wasn't the lotion I had been hoping for, it would at least mean that I would no longer have to live precariously through the occasion sniff of the non-vegan cuticle butter in store. As it turns out, the body conditioner was everything I was hoping the lotion would be, and more.
While sporting the name Lemony Flutter and containing a large dosage of Sicilian lemon oil, it is no wonder that the initial scent to greet me from the tub is one of pure radiance. When Lush describe is as being sherbet-lemon scented, I can only nog vigorously in agreeance - it really does.
To me, this body conditioner smells like the glycerine layer of a fresh citrus cheesecake; a tub of lemon curd and clotted-cream flavoured yoghurt; a generous helping of lemon coulee across a slice of lemon drizzle cake. There is something very foody about it that makes it hard not to run your tongue across the surface of the product, in the hope that it tastes as good as it smells.
Despite the inclusion of lavender, tagetes and chamomile, these ingredients are all very reserved in the body conditioner, and it takes a while to really recognise the subtle hints that are there, but are very low in the overall mix. Put it this way - if you weren't privy to the ingredients list, you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who would be able to detect or mention these elements at all.
What the chamomile oil and the lavender oils do is make Lemony Flutter incredibly calming on the skin. Sometimes products that are predominantly citrus can irritate sensitive pores, and lemon in particular, with its natural acids, can be far too harsh for some skin types to handle using regularly. Both of the herbal oils therefore, help to ground the fruity smell a little and give it a little more depth, while also balancing out the skin and preventing any unwanted reactions.
The base is made up of three essential butters/oils; cocoa, shea and jojoba - the latter of which is a fantastic component to use to hydrate the skin with. Jojoba works perfectly with our body's own natural sebum, so it can be absorbed quickly into the skin without leaving any excess grease. Cocoa butter and shea butter are known for their moisturising properties - for adding a rich, sultry creaminess to the texture and fragrance, and for helping to smooth and soften skin for a sustained amount of time.
Together, you get a delicious body conditioner that not only works wonders at hydrating, moisturising and nourishing your skin, but one that helps to make your skin radiant, supple and well-protected as well. This would be perfect for the summer months because Lemony Flutter would not only replenish the skin of any moisture that has been lost in the heat, but it would also create a barrier to could protect your skin for hours afterwards.
As with most of Lush's products, this one is incredibly versatile, and while the £29.95 price tag may seem a little daunting to those unsure of such a big commitment, it is definitely worth the investment. You can use this as both a body conditioner and a shaving foam, and I've even heard of people using this in replacement of a body lotion. Whichever way you choose to use yours, I can guarantee that you'll not be left disappointed with the results.
First and foremost, you can use it as Lush intended - as a body conditioner. After using a gel, jelly or soap to clean yourself with, step out of the flow of the water and apply the product across your skin, as you would a body lotion. It wont lather up, and may disappear really quickly, but this is because it is designed to permeate the skin. The heat from the shower will have opened up your pores and made your skin more susceptible to the butters and oils featured in the ingredients list. Once applied, you can either step back under the flow of the water to rinse your body down, or exit the shower immediately and pat yourself down lightly.
Unlike a body lotion, a conditioner creates a barrier of moisture around your skin, which may feel slightly greasy to some, and might prevent you from being able to apply your clothes until you've given it time to absorb into the skin. I can assure you that this will lessen within the first thirty minutes of application, and you'll feel much better afterwards.
With Lemony Flutter, I found that an amount equal to that of a heaped teaspoon was more than enough to coat an entire leg, so you really don't need to use that much each time to get amazing results. Please also be aware that you wont necessarily be able to see the product when you're massaging it across an area of skin as it does tend to absorb really quickly. However, this does not mean that you should apply any extra and waste the product - the results after you rinse yourself down will speak for themselves.
Secondly, this body conditioner works as an excellent shaving foam. Simply apply a small amount across your legs and shave your legs as usual. You'll be left with super-soft skin, and one of the closest shaves you have ever experienced. Finally, you could also use this as a body lotion, as there doesn't appear to be anything featured that could damage or irritate your skin if left on for long periods of time. The only issue I have with this latter method is that it may leave your body feeling rather greasy, so may only work as an intense moisturiser for those who have incredibly dry skin.
Unlike the Lord Of Misrule Body Conditioner that cam out recently, the disappointing aspect about this version is that the fragrance is not as strong as it could and should be on the skin. In the tub it's delicate and fruity, but not the extent that a body lotion is normally. Therefore, when this is used in the bath/shower alongside other products, the scent tends to disperse quite a bit. After towelling myself down, the effects of the product were still very much there, but the smell was a very weak one.
Having said that, the results spoke for themselves. My skin felt and looked radiant - there was a natural sheen across my legs and arms that gave my skin a boost of vitality that I was looking for in these winter months. Furthermore, the effects of this body conditioner lasted me throughout the entirety of the day - not to mention that it gave me the closest shave of my life, which meant my legs felt silky-smooth and soft.
Overall, this is definitely a product I would buy again. I am not deterred because of the price tag because I can see this tub lasting me a good 6-9 months, which is good value for money. I only hope that Lush choose to release the body lotion at some point in the near future - a complimentary lotion or massage bar would be a wonderful addition to the Lush catalogue.
Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Organic Jojoba Oil, Glycerine, Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Fair Trade Shea Butter, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Sicilian Lemon Oil, Lavender Oil, Tagetes Oil, Chamomile Blue Oil, *Citral, *Limonene, Perfume.
Vegan?: Yes.
2017 Price: £29.95 for 450g.
Year Of Original Release: 2017.
Scent Family:Lemony Flutter Body ConditionerLemony Flutter Body LotionLemony Flutter Cuticle Butter (non vegan)
Almond, Body Lotion, chamomile, cocoa butter, Discontinued, lavender, limited edition, Lush Kitchen, Skin, tagetes, Tangerine
Although my skin has a tendency to react quite viciously to any change in the weather, I find that I don't perhaps moisturise as much as I should do. Whereas the average person will probably use a lotion or a massage bar once a week to replenish the skin, I'm lucky if I remember to use such items once a month. It's a habit I need to rectify - especially knowing how parched my skin can look and feel in the warmer months.
Despite resting on a handful of lotions and creams that just never get used in my house, I found myself purchasing a couple of bottles of Skin Sin when it made an appearance in the Kitchen last week. A mixture of impulse and curiosity encouraged me to grab the two bottles that are currently resting on my shelf, and I am forever grateful that I did. To put it simply - this body lotion is wickedly delectable and incredibly beautiful in every way.
First released many moons ago, this hand and body lotion is packed full of so many wonderful components that make it one of the most effective lotions to come from Lush's vaults. Described as having both a floral fragrance and a cherry one, there are quite a number of mixed reviews online that may confuse potential buyers - an uncertainty that even left me a little unsure of what to expect when they first arrived on my doorstep. All I can say is that this is a very light-smelling cream - a scent that matches both the consistency of the lotion as well as how it feels on the skin after application. Upon opening the lid, it was the lavender and chamomile that jumped out at me first. Together, these two components intertwined to create a very calming, cooling and slightly medicinal floral aroma that has a naturally sweet kick to it thanks to the former ingredient.
Alongside this is a strong thread of almond - one that doesn't produce a nutty smell, but more of a creamy, milky element; and a subtle drop of tangerine oil, that compliments the sweet element of the lavender and gives the body lotion a very gentle fruity element to finish. If I was to describe the scent of this in its entirety, I would say that it is almost like a watered-down, milkier Twilight Shower Gel. Both the tagetes and the tangerine replace the tonka that would normally feature in the aforementioned gel, so you don't get such a sugary-sweet vanilla aroma, but are offered a sweet, lavender-dominated one instead.
Original descriptions state that Skin Sin has a rich, fruity cherry element - a statement that I think may be misleading for first time buyers. The fact that you can detect the tangerine slightly, and the strong almond aroma present, I can see why some buyers may describe this body lotion as having a very subtle cherry scent. However, I would say that the chamomile and the lavender are much more prominent throughout, and this would be a better-fitting description of the product.
As I mentioned above, this body lotion is far thinner than most of Lush's regular and limited edition creams. It sits somewhere in-between Love And Light Hand Cream and Karma Kream Body Lotion, but don't be fooled into thinking that its any less moisturising than all of the other products on offer.
What I loved about this lotion was the fact that it was easy to massage across the body, and I was amazed that within a matter of seconds, the cream had been absorbed by the skin - leaving my body feeling really soft and nourished, and my skin looking far more radiant than it had done a few seconds beforehand. There was no stickiness at all, and I was able to put my pyjamas on a mere five minutes after I had slathered the lotion all over my body.
Furthermore, I was left with a beautiful but equally gentle aroma on my skin - one that showcased the almond oil and the lavender oil mostly, but still offered up elements of the other components as well. After using this a couple of times during the week, I noticed that my skin stayed plump and supple during the days in-between use, and it worked really well alongside Dreamwash to cool and soothe my skin after a hot bath.
This is now my favourite body lotion to use and I would definitely be interested in buying a few more bottles when I finish the two I currently own. If you like gentle smells and need a lotion that isn't going to take hours to be fully absorbed - while injecting your skin with moisture and conditioning all at the same time, Skin Sin is the product you should be looking to purchase. It really is wickedly decadent.
Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Almond Oil, Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Glycerine, Stearic Acid, Tagetes Oil, Tangerine Oil, Chamomile Blue Oil, Lavender Oil, Triethanolamine, Cetearyl Alcohol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Vegan?: Yes.
2016 Price: £10.25 for 250g.2017 Price: £10.95 for 250g.
Year Of Original Release:?
Almond, Body Lotion, chamomile, cocoa butter, Discontinued, lavender, limited edition, Lush Kitchen, Skin, tagetes, Tangerine
Although my skin has a tendency to react quite viciously to any change in the weather, I find that I don't perhaps moisturise as much as I should do. Whereas the average person will probably use a lotion or a massage bar once a week to replenish the skin, I'm lucky if I remember to use such items once a month. It's a habit I need to rectify - especially knowing how parched my skin can look and feel in the warmer months.
Despite resting on a handful of lotions and creams that just never get used in my house, I found myself purchasing a couple of bottles of Skin Sin when it made an appearance in the Kitchen last week. A mixture of impulse and curiosity encouraged me to grab the two bottles that are currently resting on my shelf, and I am forever grateful that I did. To put it simply - this body lotion is wickedly delectable and incredibly beautiful in every way.
First released many moons ago, this hand and body lotion is packed full of so many wonderful components that make it one of the most effective lotions to come from Lush's vaults. Described as having both a floral fragrance and a cherry one, there are quite a number of mixed reviews online that may confuse potential buyers - an uncertainty that even left me a little unsure of what to expect when they first arrived on my doorstep. All I can say is that this is a very light-smelling cream - a scent that matches both the consistency of the lotion as well as how it feels on the skin after application. Upon opening the lid, it was the lavender and chamomile that jumped out at me first. Together, these two components intertwined to create a very calming, cooling and slightly medicinal floral aroma that has a naturally sweet kick to it thanks to the former ingredient.
Alongside this is a strong thread of almond - one that doesn't produce a nutty smell, but more of a creamy, milky element; and a subtle drop of tangerine oil, that compliments the sweet element of the lavender and gives the body lotion a very gentle fruity element to finish. If I was to describe the scent of this in its entirety, I would say that it is almost like a watered-down, milkier Twilight Shower Gel. Both the tagetes and the tangerine replace the tonka that would normally feature in the aforementioned gel, so you don't get such a sugary-sweet vanilla aroma, but are offered a sweet, lavender-dominated one instead.
Original descriptions state that Skin Sin has a rich, fruity cherry element - a statement that I think may be misleading for first time buyers. The fact that you can detect the tangerine slightly, and the strong almond aroma present, I can see why some buyers may describe this body lotion as having a very subtle cherry scent. However, I would say that the chamomile and the lavender are much more prominent throughout, and this would be a better-fitting description of the product.
As I mentioned above, this body lotion is far thinner than most of Lush's regular and limited edition creams. It sits somewhere in-between Love And Light Hand Cream and Karma Kream Body Lotion, but don't be fooled into thinking that its any less moisturising than all of the other products on offer.
What I loved about this lotion was the fact that it was easy to massage across the body, and I was amazed that within a matter of seconds, the cream had been absorbed by the skin - leaving my body feeling really soft and nourished, and my skin looking far more radiant than it had done a few seconds beforehand. There was no stickiness at all, and I was able to put my pyjamas on a mere five minutes after I had slathered the lotion all over my body.
Furthermore, I was left with a beautiful but equally gentle aroma on my skin - one that showcased the almond oil and the lavender oil mostly, but still offered up elements of the other components as well. After using this a couple of times during the week, I noticed that my skin stayed plump and supple during the days in-between use, and it worked really well alongside Dreamwash to cool and soothe my skin after a hot bath.
This is now my favourite body lotion to use and I would definitely be interested in buying a few more bottles when I finish the two I currently own. If you like gentle smells and need a lotion that isn't going to take hours to be fully absorbed - while injecting your skin with moisture and conditioning all at the same time, Skin Sin is the product you should be looking to purchase. It really is wickedly decadent.
Quantitative Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Almond Oil, Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter, Glycerine, Stearic Acid, Tagetes Oil, Tangerine Oil, Chamomile Blue Oil, Lavender Oil, Triethanolamine, Cetearyl Alcohol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Perfume, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Vegan?: Yes.
2016 Price: £10.25 for 250g.2017 Price: £10.95 for 250g.
Year Of Original Release:?
Described as being both poignant and smoky, Smugglers Soul Solid Shampoo Bar is a royal treat for the hair: a product that not only showcases one of the best smells in this format, but also works far better than a number of the regular bars in store.
What I loved about this shampoo was that I was firstly able to enjoy the wonderful smell of Smugglers Soul in the shower, albeit briefly. Although this scent unfortunately didn't seem to last once a conditioner had been applied, nor when used by itself, it was a fleeting luxury that made me wish that Lush would bring out a shower gel or jelly with the same fragrance.
