Lotil Skincare Sample Review

 

Lotil is a brand that I have always recommended. Whilst it's marketed and sold on the shelves as a skincare brand, I often think that the line should be placed under the medical section as well as skincare, as the formula helps heal many conditions from chapped lips, dry patches, eczema etc, and it's non scented, basic formulas are suitable from birth to 99. A small tube should be in every medical household cabinet!

The British brand has a huge fan base from the moment it first launched 100 years ago and has become one of the top brands used by both men and women as a staple for moisturising dry, cracked skin. With prices starting at just £1.99 for the SPF30 lip care, not only is it rated 10/10 but also very cost effective.

The Lotil Foot Cream £5.92 114ml is a rich cream that is designed not only to lock in moisture but also contains Aloe Vera, known for its cooling and soothing properties. Ideal to use at night, simply massage into feet then for an extra treatment, apply cotton socks and in the morning, you'll wake up with super soft tootsies. The formula also contains Rosemary known to be antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral so will help keep fungal infections at bay. Ideal to use after swimming or on holiday, especially if you've been walking around barefoot!

The Original Cream £7 114ml (pictured above), comes in various sizes so you can pop one in your travel/handbag/nappy bag/desk etc. This rich cream sinks into the skin and doesn't leave any greasy residue. It's not only ideal for moisturising the body, but helps heal cracked cuticles and hands, especially in the colder, winter months. It can be used in the hot weather to help chafing legs and ideal to use in pregnancy to prevent stretch marks.  Key ingredients include: -

• Oleic Acid - hydrating and moisturising, helps keep skin nourished, soft and supple. Ideal for dehydrated, dry skin types.
• Glycerine - acts as a humectant, so allows the skin to hold in moisture. It helps protect the skin from environmental aggressors such as sun, wind, rain and extreme cold.

There is something for everyone in the range for Christmas, whether it's a mum to be, teacher, sportsperson. My 14yr son will love the lip balm, as it's non-scented and protects the lips from drying out and chapping as well as having the added SPF30 to protect against the suns UV rays. Whilst my 19yr daughter will grab the moisturiser, as the unscented base means she can have softer skin without the scent clashing with her body spray! You can check out the range here at Lotil

Wype Sample Review Christmas Mystery Gift Box RRP £20

 

I've not heard of the brand Wype before however, had I been sent this press release around 16 years ago I most certainly would've used the brand personally, as my children were toddlers and bio-degradable wipes, were not really common back then! 

Wype was founded by Giorgia Granata and Eli Khrapko who met whilst studying for an MBA. Their vision was to create a gel that would eliminate the way we use wet wipes, a gel that was natural, safe enough for babies and most importantly wouldn't clog up our seas. It was a task that would prove to be difficult, as not only did it have to be environmentally and skin friendly but also cost effective. However, with sheer determination within months Wype was born, and if you only look at the Trust Pilot reviews you will see it has a huge, loyal fan base.

This year to add even more fun to the brand, they've brought out an 'A**hole or Angel' Mystery Gift Box. The recipient won't know what they're getting, and you will not know what you are choosing - it will be left to the senders to decide, have you been 'naughty or good'. 

I was sent the 'A**hole' as Santa obviously thinks I've been naughty (for the record I'm a complete Angel)! Inside the box was a bundle of goodies that made up for a fun and novelty gift idea. 

• The 'Ring of Fire' Smokin' Ghost BBQ Sauce 100ml - this sauce has a heat level of 3 so perfect to add just a little tomato spice. The versatile sauce is vegan and vegetarian and can be used as a condiment to meat, fish, pasta etc. 
• Let it Burn Candle - this gorgeous candle smells utterly amazing, and has notes of tobacco and honey, making it the perfect unisex candle with smoky, woody undertones with a slight hint of sweetness.
• 3 x Wype Mini Natural Toilet Paper Gel - to use, simply add a pump of the gel to toilet paper and it instantly becomes a wet wipe. The 30ml size is ideal to take with you travelling, festivals or if using, in your nappy bag. It has extracts of Aloe Vera, known for healing and anti-inflammatory properties, Chamomile for soothing inflamed skin, vitamin E and moisturising coconut oil. The product is fragrance free, paraben free and pH balanced.

My only gripe with the set for the A**hole is the poem that came included. I would personally omit this, as it is rather 'harsh' and if you're sending this directly you won't know what gift they'll get.  Otherwise, if you know the recipient can take a joke, you have good banter or it's for your little brother who's constantly winding you up - then leave it in! 

You can purchase the Mystery Gift Sets for £20 here at Wype

Noble Isle 'The Greenhouse Sussex Country Garden' Sample Review

 

If you don't know about this brand, then I will begin by telling you it's quintessentially British, made in the UK, Vegan, Cruelty Free, Sustainable and uses extracts of flowers and plants, many of which are sourced as local as possible.

This year marks the brands 10th Year Anniversary, and I have been lucky enough to receive a sample of The Greenhouse Sussex Country Garden Candle and The Greenhouse Sussex Country Garden Bath & Shower Gel.

The fragrance is the epitome of an English garden and has at the base of its fragrance the scent of Sun Gold Tomato Leaf, sourced from the stunningly, beautiful Gravetye Manor. The Manor, based in the Sussex countryside is famous for its home grown produce, that is not just used in cooking but in fine fragrance. 

The Bath & Shower Gel 250ml RRP £22 turns a humdrum, basic wash, into a mesmeric spa ritual, one where your mind will be transported into an oasis of a walled garden, on a warm, summers day. With notes of bergamot, jasmine, honeysuckle, the floral sweetness is balanced by the grounding, gentle spicy notes of patchouli. Crispy, revitalising mint and cucumber add to this banquet of scents, giving that memorable and distinctive countryside freshness.

You only need a small amount under a running warm tap, to fill the bath with a delightful number of bubbles, or if you prefer a small amount onto a sponge, body puff to lather all over your body.  The Sungold Tomato Extract contains Lycopene an antioxidant that is known not just for anti-inflammatory, and skin balancing properties but also helps protect the skin from the sun's harmful UV rays, helping prevent sun damage. Skin is left feeling fresh, softly scented and nourished.

The Greenhouse Sussex Country Garden Candle RRP £42 has the same fragrance, and at 200g gives plenty of burning time. If I tell you that it gives off the crisp, floral scent by just being placed in the hallway without being lit, you may get an inkling of the quality of essences used. At that price, the quality of essential oils used mean that the fragrance is long lasting and will fill your house up with delicate fragrance.

These make amazing Christmas gifts; however, it would be very hard and tempting not to keep yourself. If you check out the website now, they have some amazing 'Black Friday' deals on although, you may find them being snapped up very quickly! You can view the whole range of different fragrances, home scents, body care here at Noble Isle

heaven® by Deborah Mitchell Mens Sample Range

 

I haven't tested the 'Mens' range on myself, as a mans skin is naturally denser and often oilier in texture however, I have been sent some of the products in the past and gifted to the men in my life to test. Here are some of the testimonies.

Firstly, my darling dear departed father - my mother used this when she used to shave him, and her words I remember clearly 'darling that shave cream that you asked me to test, could you get me some more please as I found it so easy to shave your father'. Sadly, he died last year but I remember very well her using the Sensitive Close Shave Cream, she always mentioned it!

My boyfriend last week 'Molly that heaven® range you let me test about 5 years ago, can you get me some more please for Christmas, it was brilliant'?

Then of course there are the 5-star reviews on the internet that you can do just a quick Google......

So, I was delighted to receive a few products from the 'Mens' range this year, knowing that my boyfriend will get this treat in his stocking. At the moment the products are on 'Black Friday' sale so it's an ideal time to get out there and purchase. 

• Sensitive Close Shave Cream £9.50, RRP £19 - this isn't just a shaving cream, it acts as an exfoliator and moisturiser in 1. Containing Tea Tree, a natural antibacterial essential oil that helps ward off bacteria and prevents spots forming. It also contains Aloe Vera that helps reduce inflammation and calms skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
• M4M Anti-Ageing Moisturiser 4 Men £18.50 RRP £37 - contains vitamin A that helps reduce breakouts, is skin healing and naturally moisturises. Vitamin A contains antioxidants that help protect the skin against environmental aggressors such as pollution. The moisturiser also contains vitamin E, that helps reduce scarring and promotes even skin tone. 
• 02 Eye Cream £14 RRP £28 - giving long-lasting results this eye cream contains the famous ABEETOXIN® that 'natural Botox'. Derived from Bees, this patented ingredient helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles and gives almost a 'relaxant' effect.

The products are on sale right now here at heaven® Skincare however, be quick as I am not sure how long they're on sale for and will probably be snapped up very quickly by the thousands of loyal fans! 

EH® Emma Hardie Moringa Luxury Body Scrub Sample Review RRP £42 350g

 

There are body scrubs and then there are body scrub treatments. The difference being that body scrub treatments are a bath time ritual, not only do they give results such as smoother skin, but they take a boring bath, into a personal spa, whilst at the same time aiding skin health.  The EH® definitely gives that spa like treatment, and so deserves its 'luxury' branding. 

So, what makes this product stand out more than the others on the market, £42 is a lot of money to spend on a product, and so I always like to breakdown the ingredients so you can see that your money is not just going on packaging and marketing, but actually going into the product itself. 

Ingredients include:-

• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil - helps aid skin health and improve conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. The combination of fatty acids and vitamin E help repair sun damage. 
• Maris Sal (Sea Salt) - a natural exfoliant that also is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
• Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil - high in omega fatty acids, this helps moisturise the skin and gives the skin its plumpness. It's good for oily skin as has high levels of anti-inflammatory properties. It's also known for being a powerful antioxidant and helps protect the skin from environmental aggressors such as pollution. 
• Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil - containing vitamin A, a natural ingredient that helps re-build collagen and helps firm the skin. 
• Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil - high in vitamin C and omega fatty acids, this ingredient gives skin a natural radiance and helps smooth uneven skin tone. 
• Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil - a non-pore clogging moisturiser so ideal for oily skin types.
• Magnesium PCA - helps repair the skin barrier, promoting stronger more resilient skin.
• Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract - toning and tightening, helps ward off cellulite and increases circulation to problematic areas, where fat is naturally stored.

The consistency of the scrub is rich, creamy and packs a powerful punch in exfoliating salt, so only a small amount is needed to give incredibly smooth and radiant skin. It's ideal for pre-tanning, a must-have if you want smooth pins in that Christmas dress but also to give yourself baby soft skin. An ideal Christmas present for those who 'have it all' or need a little extra pampering this year. Cruelty Free using high quality ingredients - this is why it's most certainly a luxury item! You can purchase here at Emma Hardie