recent skincare favorites

Although I'll never admit to having this whole skincare thing figured out, I do love sharing personal favorite products that work wonders for my combination, breakout-prone and all-around unpredictable skin.

Eau Roma Water by Lush | I purchased this toner on a whim one day when I was shopping in Lush and realized that there is something oh-so-cool and spa-like about spray-on facial toners (am I the only one?!). Let me tell you how happy I am about this impulse buy... I absolutely love spritzing this on in the morning, evening and anytime in between. The rose and lavender provide calmness to the skin, along with a lovely, light scent and a hint of moisture. I've turned into a loyal buyer for life.

Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturizer | To those with oily skin, do not be turned off by this "rich" moisturizer. I find the formula to be super lightweight but incredibly hydrating in a barely there way. I also love that it doesn't contain harsh chemicals, perfumes or dyes.

Tea Tree Oil by The Body Shop | I must admit, I was a skeptic about this product at first. However, over the past few months, I've noticed the cleansing tea tree oil has helped fade my acne scars and quickly heal any breakouts. Bonus: this teeny bottle has lasted me around 6 months with everyday use. #worthit.

Catastrophe Cosmetic fresh face mask by Lush | This mask was a recommendation from a reader [thanks Nicole!] and needless to say, I already purchased my second pot of it. The blueberry and chamomile in this product calms redness, moisturizes, is super gentle, and smells divine. Check, check, check check.

Oh, and in case you were wondering, I'm still loyal to the Camomile Cleansing Oil from The Body Shop as well!

What are your recent skincare favorites? Please share!

confessions of a lushie: part III

Surprise, surprise... I'm reviewing two more Lush products, perfect for holiday gift-giving!

Sparkler bath bomb | This rose-jam scented bath bomb is a nice little treat at the end of a busy week, with a smell that is so comforting and relaxing. In an effort to preserve this goody for more than one use, I broke the "stick" in half. The bomb has a sparkly center, which adds a bit of glimmer to your bath (that also sticks to your tub once the water is drained - which I personally don't mind). I felt quite relaxed, moisturized, and sweet smelling after soaking in the tub with this bomb. Even if you don't take baths often, I would recommend buying this product simply for the scent. I honestly steal a whiff of it a couple times a week.

Right now it's sold out online, but you may be able to find it at your local Lush store. It's also included in this luxurious gift set! I think Lush's bath bombs make the perfect holiday gift for a friend, for under $10.

BB Seawood fresh face mask | Once you get past the odd texture of this mask, you might just love it. This product was recommended to me after I found out the Catastrophe Cosmetic mask was sold out. The scent of the BB Seaweed mask reminds me of the beach - fresh and slightly salty. With calming and exfoliating properties, my skin feels smooth and refreshed after one use. The only downside is that the seaweed is slightly weird - there are substantial pieces that are sometimes difficult to wash off once the mask dries. But, I can get past the seaweed because this product truly lives up to its claims.

xoxo,
G