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I haven’t used bath bombs for such a long time. For me, they are more a bath time treat than for everyday use. So when I use them I know I’m going to spend a good amount of time in the bath unwinding and enjoying the experience. Have I bought any new bath bombs recently? No I haven’t. But I was lucky enough to win a competition on Instagram where I won some goodies from a bath and body care business called Olee Cosmetics. And what was included? Ylang Ylang Mini Bath Bombs. So what were they like and were they worth winning?
How do they look?
I received 5 heart shaped mini bath bombs. Off white in colour, but peeping through each of them were petals and seeds (mostly purple in colour), which really made these bath time treats pop! They had such a botanical natural look to them, which was very beautiful.
Packaging
These mini bath bombs were housed in a small and neutral looking sealed sachet. Clear window on the front so you can see what it contains. I like this type of presentation because it’s practical, great for gift giving and overall is simple but looks good.
Fragrance
The fragrance definitely has the aromatherapy style scent to it. It does smell of ylang ylang, which is incredibly difficult to describe. It has a similar relaxing effect that lavender gives but in a less harsh, strong way. Very soothing (for me it is at least), very relaxing, slightly sweet, and again, smells like an essential aromatherapy oil!
In the bath
I used all 5 of these at once. In the water, they immediately fizzed and hissed, and took very little time to disintegrate completely. They didn’t colour the water, or create bubbles of foam, but they did leave the small dried flowers swimming on top of the bath. The fragrance was there which I loved, but not strong. I would have hated it if it was a powerhouse fragrance wise because it would be too heady, but it was soft and subtle and I enjoyed it.
My skin has been a little temperamental recently, but I didn’t find these bath bombs irritating at all. They were quite gentle on the skin, provided a relaxing bath and the clean up afterwards was a breeze!
Recommended?
I liked these! Beautiful in look, lovely scent and this is the perfect treat for yourself or to give others. Great as part of a pamper package, bridesmaid gifts or dare I say Christmas stockings or Christmas Eve boxes. Only £3.70 for a sachet of 5 or 10 for £5.50. They come in a variety of different fragrances, which you can find on their website here. Perfect product to have a pamper with.