Love Lula Beauty Box Review – May 2015
Love Lula Beauty Box Review – March 2015
Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 8
Value – £45.00
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Spring is definitely in the air and Love Lula have embraced the arrival of this season with a newly designed logo as well as this month’s box, which sees a beauty overhaul boasting such a great array of refreshing products to renew, rejuvenate and restore. It’s the perfect mix this month as we eventually phase out our winter beauty products. The box showcases another impressive line up with three full-sized products and three samples with a selection of skincare products alongside a body soap. This month’s box features mainly new discoveries for me and it’s another great edition which greets you with a very fresh spring fragrance, unintentional of course but very fitting .
Love Lula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.
They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.
This month’s box includes three full sized products and three good sized samples .The box features the brands Acorelle, John Masters, Bon Naturals, Madara and Dudu-Osun.
1. Acorelle Eye Serum – Full Size 15ml. RRP £21.00
I love slathering on a eye cream especially when my eyes are feeling particularly tired, or if I don’t get enough sleep and want to avoid obvious panda eyes the next morning. Acorelle isn’t a brand I’ve heard of before but welcomed the discovery and it comes in a full size too worth £21.00, really impressed Love Lula have included this within the box.
This hard-working certified organic eye cream by Acorelle has been created with unique patented formula Api Oleo Actif (AOA) and claims to restore the appearance, smooth the eye contour, reduce the color of dark circles, rejuvenate and prevent congestion of the eyes, and is suitable for all skin types.
The serum is light with a very silky texture and soaks into skin quickly without leaving any kind of residue and leaves the area around the eyes feeling soothed and relieved. On the first application I noticed a slight difference straight away and the area around my eyes looked much brighter and rested.
2. Acorelle Cleansing Oil – Full Size 125ml. RRP £17.00
There’s another full-sized product from Acorelle in the form of their cleansing oil and I really like that Love Lula have included another product from the brand as it really gives subscribers a good opportunity to road test the brand.
The Acorelle Cleansing Oil gently removes impurities and make up,including stubborn eye make up. It’s enriched with nourishing plum oil and antioxidant Vitamin E leaving your skin clean and supple without feeling greasy.
I’m a little reluctant to try this as it’s mainly for normal and dry skin types and with my skin being quite oily I think I will pass this onto a family member. Such a shame as it smells really beautiful and seems quite pampering.
3. John Masters Cleansing Bar – Full Size 128g RRP £7.00
I’ve really been liking what I’ve tried so far from the John Masters collection and welcomed another new discovery within this month’s box.
This multi-purpose soap is an all-over body cleanser and shaving bar that lathers into a soothing foam for a close and comfortable shave, for both men and women. It contains Organic palm and coconut oils and is enriched with the antiseptic properties of essential birch and cedarwood oils alongside a high glycerin content, leaving your skin clean and soft – with no irritation from shaving and is suitable for all skin types.
I love multi-purpose products and I’m really drawn to the fact that this can also be used for shaving too, although I’m quite curious to see how this measures up against my beloved shaving foam, it certainly smells much nicer.
4. Bon Naturals Tissue Oil – Sample Size 5ml. Full Size 100ml RRP £9.99
Another brand which I’ve not heard of before is Bon Naturals, a South African family owned producer of natural skin care products that has been in existence for over 40 years. Their philosophy is to develop and manufacture the best quality skin care products, which are natural, have a proven benefit, and retail at affordable prices.
There’s an award winning, clinically proven face and body oil sample within this month’s box and is formulated to improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, ageing and dehydrated skin. This Vitamin E enriched formula combines a unique blend of naturally derived avocado, grape seed & rose hip oils to nourish and improve the appearance of the skin. The sample comes in a little spray bottle which is great to get an even burst of product and I will definitely be putting this to the test on some of my blemishes and with it containing rosehip oil known for its scar fighting properties I have high hopes.
5. Dudu-Osun Black Soap – Sample Size 25g. Full Size 150g RRP £5.00
This is probably the highlight for me within this month’s box, it’s another new discovery and comes in the form of a black cleansing soap crafted traditionally for hundreds of years in Africa. The packaging itself is quite simple and fuss-free and with the bar being rounded it fits comfortably in the hands. If you love using skincare with natural ingredients, this is as natural as it gets. it’s enriched with Pure Honey , Shea Butter, Camwood (Osun), Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Pod Ash, Palm Bunch Ash, Aloe Vera, Lime juice, water and fragrance.
The first time I used this on my face it felt like it was on fire and left my skin feeling rather itchy and uncomfortable afterwards. However, this is supposedly normal due to the lime juice and other natural ingredients and some other reviewers had also reported the same issues. Despite this, I did persist with the soap and have been using this for over a week now and it’s much more tolerable and the results have certainly been worth it. Every time I use this my skin feels thoroughly cleansed and I’ve not had any breakouts since so I’m hoping it’s down to this miraculous soap. One word of warning, do not get this soap in your eyes it’s horrifically stingy and dry skins should definitely stay away as it does suck moisture out from the skin.
6. Madara Time Miracle Samples – x3 sample sachets
I’ve seen Madara appear quite a few times within the Love Lula editions and this month there’s three different samples from their Time Miracle range. I’m not quite there with the anti-ageing products so will probably pass these on.
This month sees another great line up by Love Lula and mainly showcases new discoveries for me. Although this month’s box mainly featured skincare with a couple of products not suitable for my skin type, there was still enough within the box to keep me interested. I was particularly impressed with the Dudu-Osun soap and I’m hoping it continues to keep my spots at bay. There was also a good mixture of full sized products and samples this month with an impressive value of around £45.00. One of the aspects I really like about Love Lula is that they always include a mixture of products from both well-known and emerging brands so they’ll always be something new to try and as their concept is focused, you won’t find the majority of these products within any of the other beauty boxes. I feel that Love Lula have really upped their game recently and I’m loving their new step in direction.
Love Lula also included a 20% off promotional code to use in their online shop on all of the brands which were featured in this month’s box which is great if there’s something in the box you really love.
The Love Lula Beauty Box offers a completely unique beauty discovery experience compared to the others boxes and focuses only on all things natural and organic.
If you love organic, natural and cruelty-free products or want to detoxify your beauty regime with a more skin friendly alternative this is definitely a box you don’t want to miss out on. I have discovered some wonderful natural skin loving treats thanks to Love Lula.
If you missed out on any of the Love Lula beauty boxes there’s a few available to buy without a subscription here.
For more information on Love Lula’s Beauty Box please visit:
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Love Lula Beauty Box Review – January 2015
Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 8
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The January 2015 Love Lula Beauty Box has arrived and this month all subscribers are in for such a treat! The box showcases an impressive beauty overhaul boasting eight beauty items which includes skin and bodycare products along with some mini make up brushes. There’s a good variety of beauty revivers from skincare rescuers to much needed pick me ups making it the perfect kick-start box for January. This month’s box is one of my favourite edits from Love Lula and features well-known brands as well as a couple of new discoveries.
Love Lula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.
They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.
This month’s box includes four full sized products, 2 deluxe samples and 2 sachet samples.The box features the brands Balance Me, Eco Tools, Vinali, Yes to, Nourish and Funny Bee.
1. EcoTools 6 Mini Brush Set – Full Size. RRP £4.99
EcoTools is a brand which I already use and love. I own a couple of their make-up brush sets and have always found their brushes of good quality and very budget friendly. If that’s not enough they also use cruelty-free bristles and natural, recycled materials.
The EcoTools Bamboo 6 Mini Makeup Brushes can be used to apply eyeshadow, lip gloss or lip colour and concealer and they are perfect for traveling especially when using make up housed in palettes.
2. Vinali Body Lotion and Face Cream – Travel Size 25ml and Sample Sachet 2ml.
In Winter we all tend to reach out for more moisture quenching products to make our skin that much more weather-proof and I was happy to be introduced to two samples from the brand Vinali who’s collection has recently been added to the Love Lula website.
Founded in 2009 although the founders were already experts in wineries prior to this, Vinali was the first organic Spanish range of Vino-Cosmetics who conducted pioneering research into the antioxidant properties of wine to bring a range of products combining the properties of grape and other carefully selected powerful natural ingredients.
The body lotion contains Grape Seed Oil, Organic firming Cocoa and Shea butter to deeply nourish and help regenerate and tone the skin.
The formula is really light weight and sinks into the skin effortlessly. The scent is really subtle and feels refreshing on the skin without leaving a greasy residue behind. The cream left my skin smooth and hydrated ready to face the cold wintery weather.
As well as the body lotion there was also a sample sachet of their day cream which I am yet to try.
3. Balance Me Rose Otto Hand Cream – Travel Size 30ml
I’m inundated with hand creams at the moment but the Balance Me Rose Otto cream has been one I’ve been wanting to try for quite a while and I was delighted to see a very good sized sample within this month’s box.
This cream has a ultra-soothing and skin-quenching formula which deeply smooths and moisturises dry hands with its emollient blend of anti-oxidant rich, protective Arctic cloudberry and exquisite aroma of softening rose otto, palma rosa and rose geranium essential oils.
It’s quite simply one of the nicest hand creams I’ve used. Its beautiful rose scent gently perfumes the air whilst the rich but non-greasy formula really absorbs into the skin leaving your hands super hydrated, soft and moisturised. As well as the hands this can also be applied to the feet which I’m looking forward to trying.
This cream also goes a very, very long way so, although it’s not cheap, it won’t need replacing for ages.
4. Yes to Cucumbers Facial Wipes – Travel Pack RRP £1.99
I’ve not had much dealings with the Yes to range who are a organic eco-friendly brand.
These all-natural, biogradable and hypoallergenic wipes are made with soothing ingredients such as cucumbers, green tea, and aloe vera. One single cloth naturally exfoliates, detoxifies, and rejuvenates as well as gently removing dirt, sweat and makeup.
I occasionally use wipes if I’m feeling too tired to do a full cleanse and these sound perfect for my skin type being oil-free and hypoallergenic. They feel refreshing and make the skin feel clean without drying the skin out. I was expecting a very artificial scent but surprisingly the wipes smell identical to cucumbers!
This travel pack of 10 is ideal whether you’re out and about, at the gym, or traveling.
5. Madara Detox Mud Mask – Travel Size 12.5ml
I’m feeling really spoilt and I’ve not even got to the last product yet! This mask excites me as not only is it suitable for oily skin, it’s exactly what my skin needs to get back to it normal state.
This detox mud mask contains Nordic forest lake mud and it’s aim is to clean, tighten pores and conditions, to leave the skin fresh, matt and revitalised.
This hard-working mask offers five effects which clarifies, detoxifies. rejuvenates, recharges and hydrates and is recommended to be used twice a week as clarifying treatment for oily, combination skin, skin with enlarged pores, blemishes, acne, and to combat skin dullness, tiredness and occasional inflammation it can be used once a week. If that’s not impressive the mask is also suitable for vegans, is nut free, cruelty free and natural and organic.
I really love face masks as they provide a quick pick me up to remove impurities and generally leave the skin feeling refreshed and renewed.
I’m looking forward to trying this mask which appears to offer real benefits for oily and spot-prone skin.
6. Nourish Kale Enzyme Exfoliating Cleanser – Sample Size 2ml
This cleanser is fairly new to the Nourish range and only launched last year. It contains the key ingredient Kale, a well known detoxifier to help protect skin from damaging free radicals. As well as it’s key performer the cream itself contains lots of skin-soothing oils as well as phytoactive pomegranate enzymes which gently exfoliate.
As well as this product being a cleanser, it’s multi purpose formula can also be used as an exfoliating mask and for a revitalising facial which is great to really benefit from the key ingredients.
7. Funny Bee Pretty BB Cream – Sample Size 1.5ml
I love BB creams they are a great lighter alternative to foundation with multi-tasking abilities. It’s definitely my preferred option during the day.
This all-in-1 organic BB Cream moisturises, protects, perfects skin texture, covers imperfections and gives a natural and healthy glow without silicone or artificial coloring and contains skin loving ingredients such as shea butter, organic apricot stone, perilla and sesame oils and hyaluronic acid.
The cream looked very orange initially however once applied onto the skin it blends very easily with the shade being a perfect near match . The cream also has a subtle fruity scent but soon fades once applied. I found that the cream didn’t cover my blemishes as much as I’d liked however it did leave my skin looking more luminous with a very natural finish.
Love Lula have kick started the year with an amazing edit this month which boasts eight beauty treats covering skincare, bodycare and even some travel-sized make up brushes. I’m really into my skincare at the moment and this arrived at the perfect time for me where I’m on a quest to improve my current regime. I love that the box featured well-known brands as well as a few new discoveries and included a mixture of full sized products and very good sized samples.
Love Lula also included a 20% off promotional code to use in their online shop on all of the brands which were featured in this month’s box.
The Love Lula Beauty Box offers a completely unique beauty discovery experience compared to the others boxes and focuses only on all things natural and organic.
If you love organic, natural and cruelty-free products or want to detoxify your beauty regime with a more skin friendly alternative this is definitely a box you don’t want to miss out on. I have discovered some wonderful natural skin loving treats thanks to Love Lula.
If you missed out on any of the Love Lula beauty boxes they are now available to buy without a subscription here.
For more information on Love Lula’s Beauty Box please visit:
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Love Lula Beauty Box Review – December 2014
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Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 7
Total value of contents in the box – £25.00
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The December 2014 Love Lula Beauty Box has arrived and there’s nothing more delightful then receiving a box filled with natural skin loving treats. This month’s box boasts four full sized products and includes a variety of winter essentials, my all time favourite multi-purpose soap and an indulgent bath time treat. I’m delighted that most of the brands within this edit are new discoveries for me.
LoveLula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.
They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.
This month’s box includes four full sized products, 1 deluxe sample and 2 sachet samples.The box features the brands Dr Bronner, Salcura, Fair Squared and JOIK.
1. Dr Bronner’s Lavender Liquid Soap – Full Size 237ml. RRP £5.99
I recently discovered this amazing magic soap by Dr Bronner and have been using this on a daily basis to wash my make-up brushes. It’s gentle yet effective formula definitely makes the chore more pleasant with quick results. I’ve been using the Dr Bronner’s bar of soap and was happy to receive this as it’s more versatile and is much easier to use being in a liquid form.
Whilst this may appear to be just a simple bottle of soap it’s truly natural with it’s no-fuss packaging and boasts eighteen multi- uses .The soap which isn’t restricted just for the face and body, can also be used for household cleaning, laundry washing, even washing pets such as dogs. This gentle formula is not harsh in the slightest with its combination of certified fair trade and organic oil ingredients.
It’s potently scented with a lavender fragrance which smells very soothing, perfect for using in the shower to unwind in the evenings. Alternatively if you’re a fan of lavender scents a little can be added to an oil burner too.
2. Salcura Hand Hydrator – Full Size 75ml. RRP £11.99
In Winter we all tend to reach out for more moisture quenching products as the weather conditions wreak havoc on our skin.
I’ve not tried anything from the brand Salcura and was happy to be introduced to them in the form of their Hand Hydrator.
Founded in 2002, Salcura is a British skin therapy brand who have developed scientifically supported, highly effective, skin kind and skin friendly therapy products.
This hand cream is 99% natural and the star ingredient within the formula is Sea Buckthorn Oil known for its nourishing, regenerative and restorative properties and also contains high concentrations of Omega 3, 6, 7 and 9.
The cream claims to provide quick relief from dry skin and also reduces inflammation fast if you suffer from eczema or psoriasis which both flare up during the winter months.
The hand cream is lighted scented and it’s rich formula sinks straight into the skin leaving no greasy residue. My hands were left soft, supple and extremely nourished.
3. Fair Squared Lip Balm x 2 – Full Size. RRP £2.99 each
Fair Squared provide organic and vegan beauty products and their collection ranges from skincare to bath, bedroom and beyond.
There’s two generous lip balms from Fair Squared in this month’s box which is another new discovery for me. I received Spearmint and Pomegranate from their collection.
Fair Squared lip balms are produced with rich almond oil, precious apricot kernel oil as well as coconut oil and cacao butter.
I use lip balms on a daily basis and was happy to see a couple more to add to my collection.
4. JOIK Lavender bath truffle and Sample Sachets – Sample Size
I spotted this brand on the Love Lula website a few weeks ago and immediately the JOIK collection stood out for me with its luxurious look and feel. I’m really pleased that Love Lula have featured this deluxe sample in their box this month.
JOIK originates from Estonia and their ethos is to use nature to their best advantage whilst caring for it too. Their products contain all the goodness from natural sources combined with luxurious emotions of scent and colour.
The Lavender bath truffle which is 100% natural is infused with natural essential oil offering a relaxing and calming experience. They are rich in cocoa butter leaving your skin wonderfully soft, moisturised and velvety and it’s especially good for dry skin.
The bath truffle sample comes presented in a pretty organza drawstring bag and you can really smell the notes of the lavender even before opening the bag.
This bath truffle looks very creamy in appearance and on the surface lies a scatter of dried lavender and almost looks edible! You simply add the truffle to warm bath water and slowly let it melt. I’m looking forward to trying this over the Christmas period.
Also within the box is two sample sachets of JOIK’s Shimmering raspberry body lotion with sweet almond oil and their Silky Facial Serum with cranberry seed oil.
I’m delighted with this month’s box which features variety of winter essentials, my all time favourite multi-purpose soap and an indulgent bath time treat. The box boasts 4 full sized products and covers a good area of beauty.
This month’s brands were mostly new discoveries for me and included a mixture of full sized products and samples this month.
The December box is slightly less valued compared to previous months and works out to be around £25.00 which still isn’t bad considering the box is only £12.50.
The Love Lula Beauty Box offers a completely different experience compared to the others boxes and focuses only on all things natural and organic.
Love Lula also included a 20% off promotional code to use in their online shop on any of the brands which were featured in this month’s box which is valid throughout December.
If you love organic, natural and cruelty free products or want to detoxify your beauty regime with a more skin friendly alternative this is definitely a box you don’t want to miss out on. I have discovered some wonderful natural skin loving treats thanks to Love Lula.
If you missed out on any of the Love Lula beauty boxes they are now available to buy without a subscription here.
For more information on Love Lula’s Beauty Box please visit:
http://www.lovelulabeautybox.com
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Love Lula Beauty Box Review – November 2014
Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 5
Total value of contents in the box – £50.00+
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The November 2014 Love Lula Beauty Box has arrived and there’s nothing more delightful then receiving a box filled with natural skin loving treats. This month’s box contains a variety of winter essentials from skin rescuers to instant moisture fixes which are perfect for tackling the colder weather upon us. I’m delighted that all of the brands within this edit are new discoveries for me.
LoveLula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.
They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.
This month’s box includes 2 full sized products, 3 travel sized samples and 1 Hello Fresh Gift Card. The box features the brands Barefoot SOS, Jason, Giovanni, Living Nature and Suti.
1. Barefoot SOS Face and Body Rescue Cream – Travel Size 25ml. RRP £5.95
With Winter upon us we all tend to reach out for more moisture quenching products as the weather conditions wreak havoc on our beauty regime.
The multi award-winning, intensively rich and nourishing Rescue Cream by Barefoot which is 100% natural combines the highest quality botanical extracts, pure natural moisturisers and the finest essential oils to provide welcome relief for all kinds of dry, sensitive, uncomfortable and problem skin.
This multi-purpose cream can be used on the face and body to moisturise, soothe and hydrate the skin. Not only is this a saviour for dry skin it can also be applied to patches of eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis including any allergic flare-ups making it the perfect skincare essential for the months of winter.
Normally creams like these come non scented however this has a refreshing aroma of real French lavender, Neroli and Camomile which is really pleasant and smells quite therapeutic.
2. Jason Brightening Apricot Facial Wash and Scrub – Full Size 113g. RRP £5.49
This naturally gentle, soap-free foaming scrub polishes away impurities, oil and makeup for a clean, comfortable feel and contains apricot oil and triple refined walnut powder which gently washes away dead skin cells, revealing a smooth, glowing complexion. Mild enough to use everyday, this scrub is a gentle way to wake up your skin, with no pore-clogging residue.
I welcome this full sized product as I tend to reach out for exfoliating products more often in winter as the cold weather and indoor heating really dehydrates my skin making it look dull and tired.
3. Giovanni Deep Moisture Shampoo – Travel Size 60ml.
Winter really is my hairs worst enemy especially if you have unruly hair like mine which turns into a frizzy mess as soon as it comes into contact with rain or wind! Another welcomed addition in the form of the Giovanni Deep Moisture Shampoo which claims to transform your hair into a silky palette whilst calming unruly hair to alleviate frizz.
I look forward to trying this over the weekend and hope this is the rescue product I’ve been searching for.
4. Living Nature Nourishing Hand Cream – Full Size 50ml. RRP £16.00
My all time favourite winter essential is hand cream and I was pleased to be introduced to a full sized one from Living Nature.
This hand cream contains active manuka honey and larch tree extract to help repair chaffed hands and gives extra protection from moisture loss. I work in a hospital and I’m constantly washing my hands with the not so friendly hand wash, it really doesn’t do any wonders to my skin!
The hand cream is lighted scented and it’s rich formula sinks straight into the skin leaving no greasy residue. My hands were left soft, supple and extremely nourished. This definitely gets top marks from me!
5. Suti Cleansing Balm – Sample Size 4ml.
The Suti cleansing balm is an uplifting oil that melts instantly into the skin, penetrating the dermis and drawing out impurities, cleansing the skin of dirt, pollutants and make-up. It also states that you can apply this as a face mask whilst in the bath perfect for cosy nights in.
Unfortunately I tried this a few months ago and I found it too oily for my skin. This would be more suited for dry skin types.
I’m delighted with this month’s box which features a variety of winter essentials from skin rescuers to instant moisture fixes, perfect for tackling the colder weather upon us. The box covers all area’s and everything is very useable.
This month’s brands were all new discoveries for me and included a mixture of full sized products and good sized samples this month including a £25 gift card to spend at Hello Fresh.
The value of this month’s box is around £52.44 which includes the value of the Hello Fresh Gift Card beating the cost of the actual box.
The Love Lula Beauty Box offers a completely different experience compared to the others boxes and focuses only on all things natural and organic.
Love Lula also included a 20% off promotional code to use in their online shop on any of the brands which were featured in this month’s box which is valid throughout October.
If you love organic, natural and cruelty free products this is definitely a box you don’t want to miss out on. I have discovered some wonderful natural skin loving treats thanks to Love Lula.
For more information on Love Lula’s Beauty Box please visit:
http://www.lovelulabeautybox.com
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Beauty Pick of the Month – October 2014
Each month I pick my favourite product which I received in one of my many beauty boxes. This month’s showstopper is the Inika Organic Eye Liner which I received in my Love Lula Beauty Box. It’s joined my make-up regime this month and I’m truly impressed with the results and it’s incredible formula.
I tend to mainly focus on my eyes when perfecting my desired make-up look whether it’s to brighten the eye area or to create a sexy, sultry smokey eye look, eyeliner is the one staple make-up product which I can’t live without. I always get excited about new liner launches which promise longevity, no smudging and the blackest of black kohl. Unfortunately to date all of the liners I have purchased only fulfilled one or two of these promises that was until I was introduced to the Inika liner in the shade black caviar which not only is certified organic but amazingly ticks all of the boxes for me.
Inika is a 100 percent natural beauty brand incorporating mineral makeup, vegan and organic products that are completely free from synthetic chemicals and harmful ingredients.
The Inika Eyeliner is a divine, creamy and a true black shade which glides on smoothly and effortlessly creating bold striking lines and it’s blackest of black colour definitely draws attention to the eye area. Not only does this liner make your eye’s pop, it also stays put with very minimal smudging – goodbye panda eyes! If you’re always on the go like me, this liner also conveniently comes with a complimentary sharpener lid.
I’ve tried a huge selection of liners ranging from the high street to high end brands and this undoubtedly ranks number one for me. It’s amazing that whilst this doesn’t contain any nasty ingredients it’s much more effective compared to those that are not cruelty free. This gentle formula can also be used for the most sensitive of eyes and It’s a complete steal at £13.50.
My review of October’s Love Lula Beauty Box is available here
The Inika range is available to purchase at www.lovelula.com
Love Lula Beauty Box Review – August 2014
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Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 5
Total value of contents in the box – £27.70
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The August 2014 Love Lula Beauty Box has arrived and this month it contains an incredible 3 full sized products.
LoveLula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.
They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.
This month’s box included 3 full sized products and 2 sample sachets. The box features Tan Organic, Eco Tools, John Masters Organics and Sophyto.
1. Tan Organic Self Tanning Oil – Full Size 100ml RRP £19.99
I was recently introduced to this brand in a previous beauty box and received the Tan Organic dry oil which works hand in hand with this self tanning oil. I was delighted to get my hands on this.
TanOrganic’s Aloe Vera based formula contains no synthetic ingredients, parabens, colours or fragrances and is fully Ecocertified. The ultra moisturising formula in TanOrganic develops with no unpleasant aroma and is perfect for all skin types, even those with sensitive skin.
I’ve got no summer escapes planned this year and judging by the weather I can’t see the sun coming out anytime soon so this self tanning oil will come in useful to get the perfect summer glow come rain or shine.
2. John Masters Organics Lavender & Avocado Intensive Conditioner – Sample Sachet. Full Size 207ml RRP £22.00
There’s no getting away from John Masters Organics who has appeared frequently in my array of beauty boxes. Being a fan of this brand I always relish trying out their luxury organic products.
This intensive conditioner is infused with Lavender and avocado oil combined with over 10 certified-organic plant extracts and oils to bring intense moisture and vitality to dry hair. Hair is left shiny, soft and luxurious and is perfect for dry, damaged hair.
I look forward to giving my hair a pampered treat this weekend.
3. EcoTools Eye Shadow Brush – Full Size RRP £3.72
Created by actress Alicia Silverstone, EcoTools provides environmentally friendly makeup brushes, applicators, makeup cases and other products that are earth-friendly, cruelty-free and budget friendly.
Within this pretty pouch is an eye shadow brush with an eco-friendly bamboo handle and recycled aluminium ferrules.
The brush itself is soft to the touch and picks up eye shadow pigments perfectly. The bristles are tightly combined to give you complete precision when applying.
I really like the quality of this brush and most of all its great value for money and completely cruelty free.
4. Hurraw Green Tree Lip Balm – Full Size 4.3g. RRP £3.99
Born in the USA, Hurraw Balm started out of pure intent; a personal obsession to create the perfect balm which all natural, vegan, made from premium raw, organic and fair trade ingredients, complete with a bunch of natural and fun flavor options
I received the Green Tea Lip Balm which contains organic Canadian grown cold pressed Hemp oil.
My lip balm collection is slowly developing into a small mountain however it’s always nice to try another brand which isn’t so readily available or known of in the UK.
5. SoPhyto Total Protection Serum – Sample Sachet. Full Size 30ml RRP £32.00
SOPHYTO known for being anti-ageing experts, base their products on the advanced science of phytotherapy. This holistic approach to skincare harnesses the healing power of botanicals and other powerful bioactive ingredients to naturally nourish and restore skin’s youthful glow.
This serum offers concentrated antioxidant replenishment to brighten the skin and leaves the complexion looking smooth, youthful and radiant.
Having oily/combination skin leaves you feeling a bit left out sometimes and unfortunately this isn’t a serum suited to my skin type and therefore will not be giving this a go.
My Verdict
This month’s line up has featured some wonderful goodies from cruelty free brands which have no nasties in them.
The box included 3 full sized products and 2 sample sachets. The box featured Tan Organic, Eco Tools, John Masters Organics and Sophyto.
My only flaw with this month’s box is the Self Tanning Oil by Tan Organic which every subscriber would of received. Whilst I am a big fan of self tanning products and greatly appreciated receiving this what about those who don’t use tanning products? Being a full sized product and in my opinion the main highlight within the box I don’t think this product spells out diversity to their subscribers.
This is in the same price range as the other beauty boxes and you are getting a completely different experience compared to the others boxes in relation to the products. Love Lula really do curate good quality boxes.
Love Lula also gave a 20% off promotional code to use on their website on any of the brands which were featured in this month’s box which is valid throughout August which is a nice bonus.
This month’s box was worth £27.70 beating the cost of the box.
If you love organic, natural and cruelty free products this is definitely the box for you. I have discovered some wonderful brands thanks to Love Lula.
For more information on Love Lula’s Beauty Box please visit:
http://www.lovelulabeautybox.com