Sanctuary Spa Signature Sample Review

 

Right now I am feeling pretty low, everything has seemingly gone wrong the last few weeks and I am in need of some nurture, security and comfort. I had reached for my Mint Lindt Chocolate (albeit I’m at the level of Cadbury’s Giant Buttons) however, instead I’ve reached onto my desk and pulled out the Sanctuary Signature range to review. Quite simply, there is no other fragrance that gives me the comfort that the original Sanctuary fragrance does. The vanilla leaves the skin smelling creamy, whilst the jasmine and the grapefruit, is uplifting and mood boosting.

A favourite luxury product, that I have often time and time again gone back to, epitomising my 30s after my pregnancy, my 40s after my marriage split and now at 52 when uncertain changes are happening. The fragrance just wraps me in a soft blanket and cocoons me into a soulful and warm hug.

Signature Natural Oils Salt Scrub 650g RRP £18

I have used this before, and it remains firmly a favourite. Not just for the exfoliation action and ingredients but because it has so many uses. I like to stand up in the bath, exfoliate all over and then let the  oils mix with the water, as I sink into the warm water, it really does give a tension shoulder drop and is truly an indulgent retreat. I also like to use it when my hands are feeling parched, kept next to the sink it lasts ages and there’s no need for hand cream after. It’s full of natural oils such as:-

• Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil - anti-inflammatory and full of linoleic acid, which helps strengthen the skin. 
• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil - helps improve elasticity, so skin feels firmer, more plump and is ideal for dehydrated skin conditions. It doesn’t clog pores so ideal if you suffer from acne.
• Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil - as this is anti-microbial, it helps with wound healing. 
• Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil - antibacterial and has a high content of vitamin E, which helps soften the skin. 
• Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Germ) Oil - contains vitamin A, B and D alongside fatty acids, that really nourish dry skin and reduces the signs of aging. Again non-comedogenic so doesn’t block pores. It also helps aid in the healing of psoriasis, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. 

The scrub itself is made from Maris Sal (Sea Salt) that gives a really deep exfoliation, ridding the skin of dead skin cells leaving it feeling nourished and conditioned.  I love to use it on my hands, which also means my nails get a decent dose of oils, that helps keep them moisturised and stops flaking, whilst strengthening and improving the condition.

After there is no need for hand cream or body moisturiser. Skin is left feeling supple and glowing. One word of caution, if you are using the in the bath do be careful as it can leave the bath slippery!

Signature Collection Heel Balm 75ml RRP £7

Not that we’ve had much sun however, if you want to be sandal worthy then this is the cream to use. Often we neglect the back of our heels which, in turn, can look dreadful when in mules or opened back shoes. This only takes a minute a day to get rid of those flaky, dry heels and leave your feet in tip top, flip flop (I’m a poet…), showcase condition. 

It was only yesterday I was looking at foot creams for myself. I noticed that there was a huge price difference on various brands and, so of course, I had to look at the ingredients. It seemed that the highest priced foot cream contained Glycerin, as this one does here. Glycerin is a deeply moisturising ingredient that really helps lock in moisture. The foot cream also contains:-

• Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter - anti-inflammatory, helps heal cracked, dry heels. Contains several fatty acids that also help with itchiness, so ideal if you have inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema. 
• Rosa Moschata Seed Oil - helps strengthen the skin’s barrier. Has a high amount of vitamin C that helps brighten the skin and reduce pigmentation. 
• Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil - anti-fungal and anti-septic, this is ideal if you suffer with skin conditions such as athletes foot. As well as treating and healing bacterial conditions, it also helps deodorise feet, leaving them feeling and smelling fresh. 
• Lavandula  Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil - again this helps with inflammatory skin conditions and is very soothing. Likewise with Tea Tree, Lavender is a natural deodorant that stops them smelling. 

You only need a small amount (shown on my hand as I have the widest feet, not blog worthy), to really eradicate dry skin. Applied before bed before putting on cotton socks will give optimum results so that you wake up with soft tootsies in the morning.

Signature Melting Pearls Body Butter 300ml RRP £16

The Melting Pearls Body Butter actually contains micro pearls of Argan Oil. The claims of ‘7 Day Moisture’ I do need to put to the test, but the ingredients look promising. 

Again filled with nourishing, hydrating ingredients such as Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, but also:-

• Argania Spinosa Kernal Oil - helps improve all types of chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. Ideal for sensitive skin types as it doesn’t clog pores. It’s easily absorbed and leaves skin feeling nourished, as has a high content of essential fatty acids, as well as vitamin E. 
• Hydrogenated Castor Oil - this emollient keeps water to the skin giving plenty of hydration. Rich in vitamin E, it helps protect the skin from environmental aggressors such as sun and pollution. 
• Salicylate - helps to heal acne and blemishes by unclogging blocked pores and shedding the top layer of the skin. It also helps decrease redness and inflammation. 

You only need a small amount, and you can see that the pearls are very small, they burst upon impact and when massaging into the skin. 

All the products are vegan and cruelty free. You can pick them up from Boots in store but also online by clicking the link HERE - also it’s worth noting that at the time of writing this, they have whopping discounts on their products!