Skin Juice Super Fruit Indulgently Rich Body Cream Review

While spring might have already arrived in some countries, it is definitely still winter in Canada. This means my skin needs a hydration boost because the weather has been harsh and really drying. This is therefore the perfect time to bring out the heavy duty body cream. If you are still enduring winter conditions or simply if you have quite dry skin, meet your new hero, the Skin Juice Super Fruit Indulgently Rich Body Cream.

First of all, I love the bright yellow tube, it’s perfect to combat winter blues and I just smile every time I look at it. Indulgently rich is the perfect description for this cream, it is super thick and rich, so it has a really comforting feel on dry skin. It is hydrating, but unlike many other lotions/creams it takes longer to absorb and deeply nourishes the skin.

I personally like the heavier texture because it gives you time to really massage it in. The formula is very natural with a few organic ingredients as well and includes things like shea butter, apricot kernel oil, turmeric, kakadu plum and sunflower seed oil. It has a citrusy scent (it goes well with the packaging) which I’m not a huge fan of, but the cream is so nice I don’t mind it. Skin Juice is an Australian brand and I can’t wait to try more of their products since they all look super cute and the formulas appear really nice.

I purchased the Skin Juice Super Fruit Indulgently Rich Body Cream from Nourished Life and it is also available on the Skin Juice website (both offer international shipping).

Sukin Botanical Body Wash Review

If you are still trying to hold on to the last remnants of Summer, I may have found the perfect product for you! I have discovered the perfect body wash, it has a fruity scent that is summery but it’s light enough and not overly sweet so it can hold your hand as we transition into Fall. Meet your new best friend the Sukin Botanical Body Wash.

These past few years I have transitioned into natural body care products, and while I have found many great ones, the scents were sometimes a letdown as many ranges go for standard lemon or lavender scents (not that there is anything wrong with those, they’re just not my favorites). This is why the Sukin body wash was such a pleasant discovery, it smells exactly like Fruit Loops!! It’s such a happy smelling product that it makes me smile every time I use it, perfect for a morning shower.

Aside from the scent it is also an excellent body wash with a lovely composition. It is soap and SLS-free and contains rosehip, avocado and jojoba oils to keep you hydrated, there is no tightness in the skin after use. For a natural body wash, it lathers quite well if you use a loofah or a konjac sponge. The pump bottle makes for easy use so all in all this product is a total winner in my book. Sukin offers a variety of other body wash scents and body products so don’t be surprised if I let myself be tempted and you see more of this brand popping up on the blog.

The Sukin Botanical Body Wash is available from Lookfantastic, Feelunique as well as certain health food stores.

Bourjois Volume Reveal Mascara Review

Well it’s safe to say I have finally found my favorite mascara of all time. This is without a doubt the best mascara I have ever used and I have repurchased it non-stop for the past 2 years which says a lot about it since I really like trying out new mascaras. Say hello to the Bourjois Volume Reveal Mascara in Radiant Black.

 

Over the past years, Bourjois has slowly but surely made its way to become my favorite drugstore brand and this mascara is the one product that first stole my heart. This product does everything I want from a mascara: it gives great length, holds a curl, separate the lashes and adds volume. I had never been a fan of wands with spiky plastic bristles (I preferred the traditional fiber ones) but this one gives me maximum definition, with all the added benefits stated above, without ever poking my eyes. The tube also comes with a magnifying mirror on the side which allows you to really apply the mascara evenly and to closely see your eyes from every angle. This is an added bonus in my opinion (I would still love the product without it) but it has truly made applying mascara easier.

The radiant black color is a nice deep black and I like that it’s not a pain to remove. It comes of really easily with a cleansing oil and it doesn’t leave you with raccoon eyes while you’re removing it. I also found it to be super long lasting, it never smudged or flaked on me despite not being waterproof (though Bourjois makes a waterproof version). This is all great because my lashes have never looked better, I love that results last all day and that I don’t have to mentally prep for battle before removing it.

The Bourjois Volume Reveal Mascara is a must-have for me and I cannot recommend it enough. The results are amazing and I love that it’s super affordable, plus Bourjois is often on offers like 3 for 2 or has great gift with purchase. You can find it in both Boots and Superdrug in the U.K. as well as on Feelunique and Lookfantastic for international delivery.

Garnier Fresh Eye Makeup Remover with Grape Extract Review

I know Summer is on its last leg, but the weather here in Canada has been so nice that it still has me reaching for lighter skincare products, especially when it comes to removing my makeup. While I have been loving using a cleansing oil for years (don’t get me wrong I still enjoy them), I have using something a little different for the past few weeks and ended up falling in love all over again with the Garnier Fresh Eye Makeup Remover with grape extract.

 

This makeup remover was my go-to all through high school, combined with a separate cleanser for my face. I loved the Garnier Fresh line, they used to have an amazing lotion with SPF15 that I wore every day and it never broke me out. Sadly the lotion was discontinued but I’m super happy the eye makeup remover is still around. The product comes in small easy to use bottle that is perfect for travel and it’s super affordable!!

This is one of the only eye makeup removers that does not irritate my eyes in any way and still manage manages to make hard to remove mascara disappear. While I’m not a fan of scented eye product the light fresh scent brings back many memories and I find it very pleasant. On days where I’ve only been wearing mascara or I don’t feel like using a cleansing oil, I reach for the Garnier Fresh Eye Makeup Remover to get the job done quickly.

I think you’d be hard-pressed to find a better product at such an affordable price-point (I got mine for less than 5$ at the drugstore) and I cannot recommend it enough. The Garnier Fresh Eye Makeup Remover is available at any drugstore that carries the brand in Canada and in the U.K. you can find it in Boots. I’m sure it is also available elsewhere in the world so keep an eye out for it!

Korres Almond and Linseed Conditioner Review

My quest for perfect haircare products is still ongoing, the combination of humidity and very hard water in the U.K. makes my hair behave differently than at home, and while I haven’t found miracle workers yet, certain products might just be what you are looking for. The Korres Almond and Linseed Conditioner for dry and damaged hair being one of them.

Let me preface this review by saying that my hair is not damaged or particularly dry (I don’t color it), but a combination of factors in the U.K. leaves my hair feeling a bit frizzy and like it needs more moisture. This conditioner delivers on all fronts, it has a thick and rich texture that really coats the hair and I liked that it is free of silicones. It has a pleasant sweet almond scent that is quite strong, so I you are sensitive to scents or don’t enjoy this kind of scent I would recommend you look for something else as it does linger in the hair.

I enjoyed using this conditioner, however it was a bit much for my hair (again I wasn’t the targeted hair type) and I had to be careful to only use a small amount or it would weight down my hair. That being said, it think this could be quite good for someone that has very dry hair, you know the kind that just drinks up heavier products. While I will not repurchase it, I did use mine up and I will have a look at the other Korres conditioners in the future.

The Korres Almond and Linseed Conditioner is available from a variety of retailers including Feelunique, Lookfantastic and the Korres website of course.

Jar Body Africa Body Scrub Review

The harsh winter conditions we are currently experiencing in Canada have both been great, with lots of beautiful snow but also frustrating as the cold as left my skin feeling dry. This pushed me to take a trip down memory lane to rediscover some of my favorite body scrubs, my number one product to tackle dry skin. The Jar Body Africa Body Scrub was one the first to come to mind when it comes to powerful exfoliators.

This body scrubs is made with ground coffee, pink Himalayan sea salt, coconut oil, sugar and other types of salt. First of the scent is important to address, it is described as being coffee and vanilla but it only smells like coffee to me which is a scent I don’t enjoy. That being said, the combination of ingredients offers such a thorough exfoliation I can overlook the coffee scent (tough you might really enjoy it).

Even though it contains coconut oil, you cannot feel any oiliness on your skin, it is in fact a very dry scrub and it will not leave a residue on your skin. This makes it perfect to use before self-tanners or if you are after a deep exfoliation, the gritty texture really removes dead skin. Personally I much prefer this kind of scrub to oilier ones and just follow it up with a good moisturizer, hydrating your skin afterwards is essential. One thing I noticed however is that frequent use can leave my skin feeling dry. This is common with all salt based scrubs for me, which is why I prefer sugar ones, so I try to only use it once a week and use something more gentle if I feel like I need more exfoliation throughout the week.

The Jar Body Africa Body Scrub is a really efficient product, it works really well (you don’t need to scrub for hours) and you need very little at a time so the bag should last you quite a long time. I bought mine from Nourished Life for 22.95$ (they offer international shipping) and it is also available from the Jar Body website (Australia only). 

Lov Organic Lovely Glögg: Tea Tuesday

Although I love tea all year-round, the colder weather makes the perfect cup that much more enjoyable. Having some nice herbal tea before going to bed is one of my favorite ways to unwind which is why I’m always on the hunt for a good caffeine-free brew. One of my seasonal favorites is the amazing Lov Organic Lovely Glögg.

This tea is an organic blend of cinnamon, hibiscus, blackcurrant, almond flavoring and other ingredients that create an amazing sweet but warming tea. I absolutely love this blend because, unlike many other seasonal blends, it’s not too spicy but it still gives you that warming feeling that we all crave when the weather gets colder. Lovely Glögg is actually inspired by Scandinavian mulled wine and spending cozy evenings in during the winter. It feels really relaxing to drink and you don’t have to worry about having it in the evening as it is theine-free.

Lov Organic Lovely Glögg is available online from their website and you can find in stores that stock the brand. I believe this is limited edition for the winter so I wouldn’t hesitate if you are looking to treat yourself.