May Empties

I think this must be the smallest amount of empties yet. But included are some definite re-purchases.

Bee Good Honey & Crambe Daily Hand Cream 50ml* - really lovely to use and I'd buy it once the hand cream stash reduces a bit.

Beatitude Joy Body Oil 100ml* - I love this luxe citrus scented oil. See my review HERE. Just cracked open a new bottle (I'm going to wash out this bottle and use it as a reed diffuser).

Botanicals Indulgence Aromatic Body Oil 50ml - lovely to use and a real luxe treat. Again, when my body oils stash reduces a bit I'll pick it up.

L'Occitane Roses et Reines Hand & Nail Cream 10ml - a rich cream scented with roses. Would buy again.

Fair Squared Vanilla Shower Gel 10ml* - this is a great little try me size/for weekends away. See my review HERE. It's one I'd pick up full size.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 15ml - again one of these products I buy periodically. See my review HERE.

Isle of Harris Distillery Rose & Honeysuckle Hand Cream by Amanda Saurin Apothecary 30g* - absolutely loved this and will buy once my hand cream stash reduces a bit. See my review HERE.

Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength Bath & Shower Oil 7.5ml - this is my favourite Aromatherapy Associates scent. See my review HERE.

Clarins Booster samples (0.8ml) in Repair, Detox and Energy - liked Detox and Energy so would maybe buy.

John Masters Organics Honey & Hibiscus Hair Reconstructor 10ml - used this loads of times before. Makes the hair shiny and healthy looking. Will no doubt buy again.

Corinne Taylor Recharge Himalayan Bath Salts with Sweet Orange, Grapefruit and Ylang Ylang to uplift and Revive 70g single use sachet - these were gorgeous. I'll definitely buy these again. See the products available HERE.

Skyn Iceland Pure cloud Cream 1.7g sample - absolutely loved this lightweight nourishing cream. Will definitely think about buying full size at some point.

RMS Beauty The Ultimate Make Up Remover Wipe - This oily wipe is great for removing make up (although maybe a tiny bit small). Will still buy at some point as they'd be great for holidays.

MAULI Rituals Himalayan Healing Salts 60g - these are made for MAULI by Michelle Roques O'Neill of Therapie. Love these.

Kneipp Pure Bliss Mineral Bath Salts 60g single use sachet - lovely. Will buy full size soon.

Green People Quinoa & Artichoke Shampoo sachet - nice to use would maybe buy.

Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom & Honey Body Creme 7ml - loved this beautifully scented rich cream. One for the wishlist!

Neom Daily De-Stress Burst Capsule single use - lovely and would consider buying.

Bjork & Berries Dark Rain Body Lotion 5ml sachet - gorgeous! Will definitely look closer at this lovely range which is available to buy at Cult Beauty.

What have you been using up this month?

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April Empties

I'm not going to use anything else up this month so here's my April empties and my thoughts:

Green People Ho Wood & Red Mandarin Hand Cream 50ml* I loved this beautiful hand cream. It had a delicious scent and was nice to use. See my review HERE. I'd buy this (when I reduce my stash).

Holistic Green Beauty Rose Radiance Toning Mist 100ml* simply divine. See my review HERE. When I use up what's in my stash I'll be replenishing this.

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare Miracle Cleanser 30ml huge fan of this lovely cleanser. I've just opened a new one. See my review HERE. Will buy again when needed.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 15ml another toner I love. Just opened a new one.

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil 3ml which is one of my favourites (along with Inner Strength). Definitely will pick up the full size of this soon. See my review of the mini set HERE.

Molton Brown Suma Gingseng Body Wash 50ml in a scent I hadn't tried before. It really is lovely with notes of cinnamon, geranium, gingseng extract, lemon and patchouli and one I'd buy full size.

Kneipp Herbal Bath Balancing Lavender 20ml I've used this scent a couple of times and it's lovely to use before bed. Sure to pick up again at some point.

Chuckling Goat Calm-Down Kefir Cleanser* this soap was lovely and gently scented with Lavender. See my review HERE. It's one I'd buy.

Chantecaille La Creme Riche Anti-Age+ Bio Lifting Cream 10ml a real luxury cream which was a joy to use. Unfortunately it costs around £300 for 50ml..so I won't be buying it anytime soon!

Neal's Yard Remedies Soothing Massage Oil & Bath Oil 9ml these are lovely when you need some TLC.

Neal's Yard Remedies Rose & Pomegranate Bath Oil 9ml is really lovely. Tempted by the full size.

Molton Brown Frankincense & Allspice Hand Wash 100ml which came in the YOU Beauty Advent Calendar. Absolutely LOVE this and can't believe I'll have to wait until October until I can buy another bottle as it is a Christmas edition (I'll be stocking up!)

DECIEM Hand Chemistry 30ml - one of my favourite hand creams. Have already cracked open another. It just works.

bodhi & birch Siam Ginger Bath & Shower Therapy 200ml - which is fast becoming my favourite from bodhi & birch. Will buy again for sure.

Yogandha detox body oil 125ml - I've used this just about every morning since I bought it. Loved and will buy again. I love its uplifting lemongrass scent.

What have you been using up this month?

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Naturisimo Brilliant Body Discovery Set

Launching today is Naturisimo's Brilliant Body Discovery Set (£12.95 and worth £37)* and is jam packed with 9 natural body care products. Inside the reusable black gift box is:

Hydrea Gentle Exfoliating Mitt (full size) which exfoliates, cleanses, regenerates and massages the face and body. It's woven from natural bamboo fibre and leaves the skin glowing and healthy. It's fab!

Balance Me Rose Otto Body Cream 30ml I've used this gorgeous rose scented cream before and it's just a delight. Deeply nourishing it leaves the skin feeling cared for and smelling of roses - what's not to love!

Lola's Apothecary Sweet Lullaby Bath & Shower Oil 10ml which smells simply mouthwatering. A delicious blend of Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli and Vanilla. Use this oil in the bath or shower. This is a beautiful introduction to the range.

Green & Spring Relaxing Shower & Bath Foam 50ml I've used this before and it is lovely. See my review HERE.

Dr Bronner's All-in-One Hemp Rose Pure Castille Soap (sample size) huge fan of Dr Bronner's and this will be going in my travel bag.

This Works perfect legs skin miracle 10ml a tinted leg serum which takes the edge of pale legs, evens skin tone and helps to heal bruises.

Inlight Foot & Leg Balm 5ml which revives and helps to smooth rough skin. I've not tried anything from this brand before. It has a really beautiful scent and texture and I'm looking forward to trying it.

Finally, perfect try me size or for holidays - pai Comfrey & Calendula Calming Body Cream 10ml sachet which hydrates and cares for the skin and Jurlique Rose Hand Cream 2ml a best-seller which is rich and protective.

What do you think of the latest Discovery Box? Do you think you'll buy one?

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A Surprise Birthday Present

I recently met my pal Julie (both our birthdays are in April and we do a birthday swap) - reviews will follow on the gorgeous goodies she gave me. Some which have already become "must haves" in my stash such as Urban Decay's Naked 2 Basics Palette (my first) and Lipstick Queen's Chinatown liner, gloss & lipstick in one in three really wearable shades - Watermelon, Nude-Pink and Dusky Pink. Love.

We arrived back from our Anniversary trip (amazing two days at Isle of Eriska Hotel review to follow) to a surprise birthday parcel from Nardine, (on twitter @Miss_Nardine) one of my London pals (who like Julie), I initially "met" on a beauty Facebook group and have met twice now in real life!)

Inside the pretty box is:

A cute card which made me smile

A box of lovely rose scented goodies

A beautiful hand crafted notebook

A Limited Edition Set of Jo Malone Colognes

Absolutely love everything and reviews will follow!

Naturisimo: Travel Size Picks

I recently picked up a few small bits from Naturisimo. I just love their huge choice of gorgeous natural and organic beauty bits.

Perfect for a two night break or as a try me kit is the Aurelia Probiotic Skincare "The Jet Set Weekender" (£10) which contains:

Miracle Cleanser 5ml, Revitalise & Glow Serum 2ml (review)

Cell Repair Night Oil 2ml (mini review)

Cell Revitalise Day Moisturiser 2ml

Cell Revitalise Night Moisturiser 2ml

1 x Bamboo Muslin Cloth

I also picked up two samples which I'm looking forward to using:

Aromatherapy Associates Revitalising Face Oil 3ml (£3.50) - this sample is the same size as the mini bath & shower oils making it a great try me size. I've used it a couple of times so far and it's really wowed me (I can see full size going on the wishlist!)

Jurlique Rose Hand Cream 2ml (free sample) - I've used this before and loved it. 

Have you bought anything recently from Naturisimo?

NET-A-PORTER: The Travel Kit

I found I just couldn't resist The Travel Kit from NET-A-PORTER (£38 plus P&P). Having loved one of their previous kits - The Holiday Kit I knew I'd love it. It's jam packed full of gorgeous goodies which I'm looking forward to testing out.

This time I chose not to get the luxe packaging so my order arrived in a brown cardboard box. Inside was a branded and ribboned box (so I did get a touch of luxury). My friend Julie worked it out and the value is an incredible £192!

Here's what is inside:

There are 3 full size items and a mixture of travel sizes and sachets.

Full size:

Deborah Lippmann's Cuticle Oil 15ml (£18) - which will nourish and repair even the driest cuticles.

Lashfood Conditioning Drama Mascara - Black 8ml (£16) - makes your lashes longer and thicker. Smudge proof and long lasting.

Lipstick Queen Invisible Lip Liner 0.28g (£18) - the lipliner which co-ordinates with every shade. Create the perfect lip shape while holding colour firmly in place.

Trial sizes:

Leonor Greyl Nourishing Shampoo 50ml - repair frazzled hair and split ends with this nourishing shampoo which will strengthen and soften.

Christophe Robin Regenerating Mask 50ml - one of the ingredients in this mask is prickly pear oil, a natural source of Vitamin E and antioxidants. It will leave hair shiny and renewed.

Chantecaille Bio Lifting Cream+ 10ml - helps to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, plumping and rejuvenating the skin.

Erno Laszlo White Marble Treatment Bar 17g - a facial bar which is enriched with powerful time-release brightners and smoothing fruit acids. It cleanses, exfoliates and clarifies fighting dark spots at their source.

Erno Laszlo White Marble Radiance Emulsion 5ml - a lightweight serum which brightens and evens the skin tone. Best used in conjunction with the treatment bar.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 15ml (huge fan so delighted to have this back in my stash!) - a refreshing and soothing mist which calms and restores balance.

Hourglass Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick - Icon 1g - this is perhaps not a colour I'd have picked but it feels lovely on the lips. Enriched with emolients and antioxidant vitamins which nourish. A single application will last all day.

Sachets:

2 x Mio Clean Slate Workout Swipe - ideal for freshening up after the gym or on a plane the wipes are enriched with gently exfoliating lactic acid and scented with Mint and Cucumber.

2 x Roloxin Lift Revitalising Facial Treatment - described as "facelift in a sachet".

Did you pick up The Travel Kit? What are your thoughts on the contents?