LUSH Popcorn Lip Scrub

Hello Lovelies this review is definitely going to be short and sweet it’s about a product I recently repurchased as part of my lush haul.

Lush Popcorn Lip Scrub was actually one of the very first products I ever purchased and tried from Lush.  I first purchased it after seeing it appear in numerous blog reviews and Instagram posts and now it's a staple within my beauty routine that I really couldn't do without, I honestly don’t know how I ever managed without it.

As we all know I own and wear a hell of a lot of lipstick which is not complimented by dry and flaking lips and no matter how much lip balm I applied it wasn't until I started using the Lip Scrub that my lips were flake free, smooth and soft, the perfect base for lipstick.

Of course it helps that this scrub comes in such great edible flavours, I have heard great things about the bubble gum flavour and although it is bright pink and this would normally make it my first choice I absolutely hate bubble gum scented products, they absolutely turn my stomach. This smells like popcorn and has a caramel taste. It's a little messy to use so I reserve this for evening use in the bathroom with the help of my toothbrush.

It's quick and really simple to use, pop some on your lips, give a little rub and then lick or wipe off. Some people apply a balm first but I always use mine after.

Have you tried the Lush lip scrubs, what’s your favourite flavour? 

INGLOT Lip Defence Treatment

Hello lovelies, today's post is a review for you all, recently I have been really loving INGLOT and I have been using their products more and more. 

In my recent Easter haul post I was speaking about a few items my aunt had picked up for me as part of my Easter gifts one being the INGLOT lip defence treatment.

I don’t think she knew when she was buying it for me but this is actually my second time using this product, the first time I picked it up was really by accident and  before I really knew anything about INGLOT as a brand,  I was shopping in Dublin with a few friends and my lips were really sore but I’m very fussy when it comes to lip balms so I wanted to try something different so I headed to the INGLOT counter and the girl advised that I tried the lip defence treatment and I instantly fell in love. 

The first shade I tried was actually 03 which is the orange colour and it was absolutely gorgeous but it took a spin in my washing machine so I was unable to use it again and honestly I had forgotten about it until I received it from my aunt.

Product Description:

•  Hydrated the lips and prevents them from drying.
• Regenerates damaged skin.
• Vitamin E and evening primrose have nourishing and hydrating function.
• The unique compound of acai fruit oil and pomegranate seeds oil guarantees regeneration of dry and irritated skin.

My Experience with INGLOT Lip Defence Treatment 02:

The lip balm is in a light pink colour and has a very mild strawberry/raspberry fragrance. It is mild and fades away within a minute of application. The texture of the lip balm is very soft, creamy and slightly thick. It glides easily on the lips and instantly makes it soft. It is not greasy or slippery. But as it as a slight thick texture, I feel it’s a little bit heavy and slightly sticky on my lips.

The formula does moisturize lips really well. People with excessively dry and chapped lips will find it hydrating and healing. The lip balm stays on for two hours and then goes away, but my lips feel softer even after it fades away. The formula of the lip balm has absolutely no sheen, so you can apply it as a base to your lipsticks. The most impressive thing about the lip balm is the SPF 25, it is perfect for people who are looking for good lip protection, and this is also perfect as were coming into spring/summer especially considering the sun is finally showing its face in the UK and Ireland.

Pros of INGLOT Lip Defence Treatment 02:

•   Simple and functional packaging.
•   It makes lips smooth.
•    It is non greasy.
•    Hydrates and moisturizes well.
•    Softens lips.
•     Heals chapped and very dry lips too
•      Lasts for about 2 hours.
•      Protection of SPF 25.
•      It can be used as a base for lipstick.
•      Mild fragrance.
•      Paraben free.

Cons of INGLOT Lip Defence Treatment 02:

•    Price, I find it slightly expensive.
•    It feels slightly heavy and sticky, but not totally uncomfortable for me

Overall, a MUST have product  especially for those who use matte / long stay lipsticks as it is the      perfect base, even as a regular lip balm it is absolutely brilliant. Have you tired the INGLOT lip defence treatment, what are your thoughts? 

LUSH Haul

Hello lovelies, it’s time for another haul. It feels like I have been shopping so much recently and the truth is I have but I’m home from college for my Easter holidays so I figured why not treat myself a little.

Unfortunately I’m going back to the UK soon which means back to my student house and back to only having a bath and not a shower, in some ways this is a real pain because there’s no such thing as a quick shower, having a bath actually takes so much time but it does mean constantly having the excuse to use bath bombs so obviously a trip to Lush was in order.

I also wanted to have a look at some of the Easter range and pick up a few bits before it was gone because I have seen so many great reviews on them and I figured what better time than when I was in Cork with Cían, although poor Cían hates lush, as soon as we walk in he feels nauseous and leaves with a headache which is a real shame because I love Lush so much.

When we got into Lush I headed straight for the table with all the Easter treats on it, I had heard so many great things about the “Bunny Bubble”, bubble bar and as soon as I saw it and smelled it I knew I had to have it, it’s so cute and smells absolutely gorgeous, I can’t wait to use it.

I then picked up the “Fluffy Egg” ballistic, what the label says “A very sweet, very delightful, VERY fluffy pink egg, run yourself the perfect temperature bath, get in, then take a moment to let go of the world outside your bathroom, before launching you ballistic into the water and watch it fizz away”   I’m not quite sure whether this is part of the Easter range or is a permanent product but it looks so pretty and if I’m honest I really can’t say no to anything that is bright pink with flowers.

I then moved over to the tables with all the regular products on, I decided before I went it that I wasn't allowed buy anything that I had used before which was harder than I thought (was nearly impossible to stay away from my beloved “Sex Bomb”).

First thing I picked up was “Space Girl” bath ballistic, what the label says “Get the bath full of water before launching your space ship shaped ballistic. Whizzing it around the bathroom making shzoom shzoom noises is optional: It doesn't add anything to the bath water but it does make bath time a bit more fun” I was drawn in by the pretty colours and glitter this is another product I have read many great reviews about so I knew I had to try it.

Next I picked up the “Butterball” bath ballistic, this is not the most attractive looking of the lush bath bombs but it does smell absolutely incredible so I really couldn't resist dropping it into my basket.

The final bath ballistic I picked up was “Twilight” again it was pink so I couldn't say no and also its absolutely huge which always sways me towards a product, I’m not really sure why but I feel as if maybe it’s more value for money.

The last time I picked up was the “Popcorn” lip scrub and this actually broke the rule I set for myself because this was a re purchase, I recently ran out of my lip scrub and absolutely love it so I need to pick up another.

I really want to try a face mask from Lush but unfortunately the staff in the Lush store in Cork weren't very helpful so I didn't really get to speak to them about a face mask so I will just have to wait till the next time I visit a lush store.

If you could recommend a face mask that you enjoy using that would be absolutely amazing. What are your favourite Lush products, anything you would recommend me try?