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  • The Bath Bae’s Birthday Cake Bath Sparkle

    Starting my New Year as I mean to go which is in the bath relaxing! Giving myself much needed me time and a little bit of pampering is a must. It doesn’t take much to create my own little haven and it’s something I refuse to give up or compromise on because I deserve it! And as much as I SHOULD spend less on bath and body products in 2021, I doubt I will because I love them way too much. 2021 in my bathroom kicked off with using The Bath Bae’s Birthday Cake Bath Sparkle. I bought this many months ago when they had a sale, but it’s usual price is £5.99 for 200g.

    The Bath Bae Birthday Cake Bath Sparkle

    Why this one? I originally bought products from The Bath Bae because I love using bath bombs, but wanted to try something different but still get the same results. As a company they produce interesting, modern and fun bath time treats which are eye catching. This particular one I wanted to use because I enjoyed their Bath Cubes I used last year, and wanted to see if this was just as good.

    What is a Bath Sparkle? A Bath Sparkle is designed to create foam, scent and also provide a little sparkle to your bath. Closest comparison I can make is with a bath dust.

    Packaging. Love the packaging! The Bath Sparkle is filled to the brim in a resealable packet. Rip the top, open, use and reseal when not in use. The packet itself has an almost holographic look to it which I thought was opaque. But after using some of the Bath Sparkle I could see how much was left inside it. Simple but cute.

    Appearance. I find myself fascinated by textures and consistencies of products in bath and body products. This bath sparkle looks like a very fine powder. Consistently fine, no lumps or clumps. Almost like a sieved flour. But colour wise not so boring. This is a gorgeous shade of green which I can only describe as being a sea green. Very easy on the eye and very inviting.

    Scent. What I expected was something that smelt very typical of a sponge cake. Vanilla based, a predictable bakery scent and sugary sweet. This isn’t quite like that. Definitely sweet but almost confectionary like. There is some vanilla in there but this to me is more fruity than cake sweet.

    How to use. Add half or all of the bath sparkle in to a warm bath and enjoy.

    In the bath. Thrown under warm running water this immediately made the water very tropical, lagoon like. The colour created was so vibrant and stunning! Lots of white, soft foam was produced so not only did I get colour and foam, but also scent as well! The scent was delicate, not heady and exactly what I smelt when I first opened the packet.

    I found this to be very gentle and non drying. In the bath the water ( this sounds strange to explain but if you know you know ) felt as if it had more slip to it, and the dry areas of my body e. g hands, feet, elbows, seemed a little more protected. And out of the bath my skin seemed to enjoy it and didn’t feel like a 5 year old raisin.

    Did it sparkle? So this puzzled me a little. Looking at it before I used it I couldn’t see anything. Even in the bath, not really. But when I touched some of it that had floated to the top and stuck to the foam, when I rubbed it in between my fingertips I could see it glisten! A subtle, gold shimmer was visible and was left at the bottom of the bath tub which my daughter approved of. I couldn’t see the shimmer on my skin after I got out of the bath but I could smell the fragrance.

    Recommended? I think this product is great so its a yes from me! The colour, scent, foam…all these elements just aided to an enjoyable bathing experience. Could there have been more sparkle? Well there is ALWAYS room for more sparkle! But sometimes someone doesn’t want to look like an extra from the James Bond film Gold Finger! Or want to scrub their bath tub to an inch of its life. If you like bath bombs or similar products such as fizzers or dusts, you will like this. Like sweet scents? You will like this. And this is actually very affordable because if you use only half its less than £3.00 per use,which costs less than well known branded bath bombs on the market.

    Fancy having your own Bath Bae sparkling experience? Grab yours here now.

  • Miss So? Midnight Magic Oriental Vanilla & Praline Perfume Mist

    I don’t think there are many people who would disagree with this comment, but smelling good is important. It’s like adding icing on top of a cake, it just finishes off a person. Fragrance of any sort whether its on myself, in my home or car, really helps my mood and how I generally feel. So it should come as no surprise that I have one or ten body mists floating around my bathroom, which I pick and use depending on what I want to smell like. One on my current rotation is Miss So?’s Midnight Magic Perfume Mist in Oriental Vanilla & Praline scent. Bought from Superdrug for £2.98 ( usually price £5.99 ).

    Why this one? I buy body mists regularly because they are a lot cheaper than actual perfumes. I can use them as little or often as I like without worrying about the cost of replacing them. This one I opted for because I had never tried this mist and this particular fragrance. It was on sale at half price, and with the fragrance containing my loved vanilla I thought I would naturally like it.

    Packaging. Very cute. Not much different from a body spray in regards to the bottle and how its housed e,g shape and lid. Bottle is soft pink in colour. The brand and fragrance name simply put in black and white which gives it a clean, stylish and modern feel to it with relevant details/information on the back.

    Miss So? Midnight Magic Oriental Vanilla & Praline Perfume Mist

    Scent. This is made for me! It has that familiar vanilla smell to it. A little sweet, creamy, almost bakery like. There’s also a hit of what I can only describe as toffee or fudge like in scent, but its not massively obvious but there. And the tiniest splash of floral finishes it off. Not too sweet but great for those who love sweet scented fragrances.

    Strength & longevity. Strength was light. I could smell it as I applied it and when I sprayed it over myself e.g clothes. But I never found it to be that strong I could just give myself a little spritz and off I went. To get the desired strength I would spray ALOT of this on myself. Longevity could have been better too. I didn’t really notice the smell throughout the day. If it was there it was very very light. If I had the time while at work I would reapply this but I never do. So strength and longevity for me could be improved on and a little disappointing.

    Recommended? I liked the scent of this and the price when on offer was good value. But I needed this to be punchier and linger more. Now, I take on board the fact this is a body mist and not a perfume so I never expected too much. But I’ve had products like this before and they’ve been stronger, so for me I wouldn’t buy this particular one again. BUT I would happily try this in another version such as the Eau Fraiche or something from a different fragrance family to see if that makes a difference.

    I wouldn’t recommend this to someone who wants a strong, long lasting scent. But for a bakery lover fragrance wise wanting something light and not heavy, this might right up your street! Still on a half price deal at £2.98 ( at time of writing this post ), you can visit your Superdrug or order online here for your sweet scented treat.

  • Boxing Day Wax Melts Sale!

    So Christmas Day 2020 is now over and Boxing Day has kicked in. And what do a lot of people like about Boxing Day? SALES! There isn’t anything in particular I personally want or need this year, but I can’t help but keep my eyes peeled for bargains. One type of sale that is prominent on my social media feed right now is wax products. So here are some wax vendors who have reduced prices of their wax melts/candles today. I’ve tried wax from all of these vendors featured, so not only will you get affordable products but great quality products too!

    Pretty Home Aromas

    A great selection of beautifully decorated and scented wax pieces from pots to slabs. Mostly Wintery scented and Christmas ones. Other items discounted are warmers, but the best value is the wax where those on sale are marked as 50% off! Their outlet section you can find here, prices start at £1.25.

    Pretty Home Aromas Wax Pots

    Mulberry Lane

    Their sale started Christmas Eve so stock is exceptionally low, but there are still a few pieces available. For 40g of wax these are reduced to 20p or 80p! Amazing value. Shop here to grab a bargain!

    Mulberry Lane Segmented Wax Pot

    Foxglove Fragrances

    A mix of wax warmers, wax slabs, pots, snap bars and segmented pots have been reduced in price today! Not all Christmas or Winter scents, actually includes ALL wax products so all scents. Prices start from 80p ( down from £1.20 ) for sample pots. Want more wax? Slabs ( and they are whoppers! ) are down from £5.00 to £3.75 which will make any wax melt lover very happy! Visit their website here to see what’s available.

    Cosy Aromas

    I’ve always loved the sizes of Cosy Aromas standard wax melts pots because they weight 110g which is more than double the usual standard size from most vendors. Normal price £5.99 down to £3.99 which is fantastic value. Want to commit to less wax and a smaller price? Cosy Aromas have sample pots weighing in at 28g for £1.19 ( down from £1.99 ). Great way to try multiple scents without breaking the bank. Check out their available wax products here.

    Cosy Aromas Wax in melt

    Boujee Scents

    Great packaging that houses great wax! Snap bars ( not all scents ) are down from £2.50 to £2.00. Candles also half price now £7.50. Stock VERY LIMITED! Go to their website here before it’s too late.

    Boujee Scents Wax Snap Bars

    Be quick you wax lovers! Stock and variety of scents are going rapidly down. Not too sure which vendor to buy from? Visit some of my past blog posts down below to give you an idea on quality, strength and longevity. These past pieces/scents featured may not necessarily be available or discounted in sale so please bare that in mind. Reference only. Happy shopping!

    Pretty Home Aromas Cosy Cuddles Wax Segmented Pot.

    Pretty Home Aromas Wax Melt Autumn Bundle.

    Mulberry Lane Cocoa Butter Wax Melt Pot.

    Cosy Aromas Summer Fruits Wax Melt Pot.

    Boujee Scents Fresh Unstoppable Wax Melt Snap Bar.

  • Last Minute Gift Ideas From The Body Shop

    With Christmas being a few days away, have we all bought and wrapped our gifts for our nearest and dearests? I hope so. Makes life a lot easier and less stressful. But lets be honest, there will always be someone who leaves things last minute or circumstances make it happen this way. Or even worse forgetting to buy for a particular person. I thought it would be a great idea to focus on one store/brand, that could help fill in some gift gaps where bath and body products would be needed. I’ve used and enjoyed all of the below products from The Body Shop, and I think many people would enjoy these too.

    Salted Caramel & Vanilla Reed Diffuser.

    Ideal gift for someone who loves using home fragrances. Is particular in regards to their home and enjoys home decor. Great for someone who has recently moved house or spending more time in their home, and you want them to feel cosy and comfortable.

    The Body Shop’s Salted Caramel & Vanilla Reed Diffuser

    Banana Bath Blend.

    Banana Bath Blend is a little different and unusual. The scent isn’t typical and it’s texture isn’t either! Perfect for the fruity scent lovers out there who enjoy bath time and use it more as a ritual rather than a way of cleaning themselves.

    The Body Shop’s Banana Bath Blend

    Moringa Bath Bubble.

    Who doesn’t love a good quality bath bomb? Fragrance, colour and even foam? Moringa Bath Bubble is not only a fantastic bath product but it’s one of the most affordable products you can buy from The Body Shop which makes itamazing if you are on a budget. Or better still inexpensive stocking fillers for multiple people. Fancy the same product, same price but different fragrance? Go for Grapefruit Bath Bubble which has a citrus twist to it and equally just as good.

    The Body Shop’s Moringa Bath Bubble

    Warm Vanilla Body Scrub.

    Probably my favourite product from The Body Shop to date! If not, one of my all time favourite body scrubs. Warm Vanilla Body Scrub is a great gift for those who want to look after and pamper their skin. Easy to apply and enjoyable to use.

    The Body Shop’s Warm Vanilla Body Scrub

    Delivery before Christmas is highly unlikely. But if you are able to visit a store or even have a Body Shop consultant nearby, I think the above products would make anyone smile and would be great gifts for Christmas 2020!