Mybeautywaxstash

Author: mybeautywaxstash

  • Pretty Home Aromas Wax Melt Autumn Bundle

    Autumn as a season is definitely my favourite time of the year, closely followed by Winter. There’s just something about it which I love. Cooler days and nights, leaves turning from green to shades or orange, yellow and red…I just love it! I also find that when it comes to home fragrance in the forms of candles and wax melts, the more Autumnal scents really excite me. So is it any wonder that I recently bought fragranced wax melts, pots and bars from Pretty Home Aromas in their Autumn Bundle? Nope!

    Why did I order this? I’ve bought wax from Pretty Home Aromas a few times in the past, and I follow them on Instagram. I’ve always found their wax pieces to stand out visually which is what attracted me in the first place to them. They released this bundle which coincided with them relaunching their brand. The released pictures of this set on their feed blew me away! Each piece looked beautiful, all the scents were the type I would happily melt and the price was outstanding. £19.99 including delivery!

    Pretty Home Aromas Autumn Wax Bundle

    What was included in the Autumn Bundle?

    4 wax pots. Scented in Fireside. Pumpkin Souffle. Toasted Toes. Peppermint Eucalyptus.

    4 snap bars. Scented in Pepper, Maple and Cedar.Hot Buttered Popcorn. Cinnamon Caramel Swirl. Crackling Embers.

    1 wax melt. Scented in Apple & Cinnamon.

    1 large wax bar. Scented in Autumn Leaves.

    2 x 80g segmented wax pots. Scented in Toasted Toes. Cosy Cuddles.

    Appearance. Each piece are absolutely stunners! It’s obvious so much time, thought and love went into making these waxy treasures. Great variety of shapes and sizes from the small wriggly shaped wax snap bars to the large 80g pots loving covered in glitter with a leave shape embedded in the middle. All the colours are very in keeping with Autumn, with shapes such as pumpkins being visible and keeping up with the theme. I have to say this is one of the most stunning wax collections that’s ever graced my doorstep!

    The wax pots in the Autumn Wax Bundle

    Scent. So many different ones are included in this collection, but again all of them scream Autumn. All providing that cosy stay inside wrapped in a blanket feel or take a brisk walk outside type of vibe. To give you an idea on how some of these smell fragrance wise, here are a few of the scents from this collection:

    Fireside. A manly base to it which is clean and fresh with a little musk and woody notes.

    Pumpkin Souffle. Creamy and bakery based, with a hint of warming spices such as cinnamon with pumpkin of course in the mix.

    Pumpkin Souffle

    Peppermint Eucalyptus. This has a minty coolness with a herbal base to it. Its not overwhelming or typical mint wise in scent. Think less syrupy sweet more toned down and rounded aromatherapy.

    Toasted Toes. This has a delicate floral to it which makes it very pretty. A little woodiness is mixed in with it which gives it an edgy depth.

    Strength & Longevity. There is SO MUCH WAX in this collection I haven’t melted it all! In fact very little of it to be honest. I don’t have enough wax warmers, time, but more importantly these are too beautiful to melt its so difficult!

    Pepper, Maple and Cedar wax snap bar was a good, strong piece of wax! I really didn’t need to use much, half the bar. And goodness me the scent was magical, fresh and the perfect outdoor inspired Autumnal scent! This little piece of wax lasted a good 4 days of melting for around 15-20hrs.

    Pepper, Maple and Cedar Small Snap Wax Bar

    Recommended? This particular bundle/set was limited edition and probably won’t be coming back. BUT I couldn’t recommend this set or any of the individual scents and wax pieces enough! Beautifully made and presented, great scents with matching longevity and an absolute steal for £19.99 with free p & p!

    Some of these pieces are available for purchase individually. But what I can say is please keep your eyes open for other bundle offers as there have been different bundles offered over the last few weeks with different themes. From bubblegum based wax scents to firework inspired wax pieces. In all honesty if you can grab any of them do it! Fantastic wax at fantastic prices! Visit Pretty Home Aromas to see what their current special deal is!

  • Superdrug’s Black Castor & Shea Leave In Conditioning Cream

    Despite the fact I’m in my 4th decade of life, it’s only recently I’ve begun to learn about my hair. Growing up, I had no one to teach me about how to look after Afro Caribbean hair. But I guess its better late then never! One product I now use regular is a leave in conditioner. Over the last few weeks I’ve been using Superdrug’s Black Castor & Shea Leave In Conditioning Cream to keep my hair in check. So what is it like?

    Superdrug’s Castor & Shea Leave In Conditioning Cream
    Why did I buy this?

    My usual leave in conditioner ran out. Normally I would buy it when it’s on special offer, which it wasn’t at the time I needed to repurchase it. So I was looking for an alternative to do the same job but at a more affordable price. I was already in a Superdrug store and thought this product could be ideal for my hair type and my wallet.

    What is this supposed to do?

    This product is designed to control frizz, add shine and make hair more manageable. Ideal for hair types which are tight textured, curly and coily.

    How to use

    Can be used on damp or dry hair. Use from roots to end of hair.

    Consistency & Texture

    This reminds me of a body lotion consistency wise. It’s smooth, liquid but has a little hold to it and I could feel a slight waxiness to it while in use.

    Fragrance

    It’s not a strong scented product, but it’s nice. Floral, quite sweet, which reminds me of a delicate vanilla, but not too heady. Absolutely gorgeous and way too easy to sniff regularly.

    In use

    I’ve used this on damp hair straight after it has been washed and conditioned, and also when hair has been sprayed with water, so its not dry. On both occasions I sectioned my hair to create individual twists. I’ve used this on both my hair and my daughter’s.

    I’m naturally very generous with whatever leave in conditioner I use. My hair will soak it up, and because I use it once a week I don’t want to skimp. So, after combing through my damp hair, I applied this all over from roots to the ends of my hair. Very easy to apply. The conditioner stayed where it needed to go because of its consistency.

    My hair wasn’t greasy or sticky but moist, with that slight waxy feel I mentioned early. My hair looked hydrated, twists defined and overall neat. I also couldn’t help but feel and see my hair being a little more bouncier than usual, which was a pleasant surprise! Did I see any shine? Not particularly noticeable on my hair, so no.

    Daughter’s hair after a wash and roughly twisted after using the conditioning cream the day before
    Negatives?

    250ml of product isn’t enough for me! I use this or something similar on both myself and my daughter’s hair so the bigger the tub the better the value and longer it lasts.

    Recommended?

    I really like this product! I’m glad I gave this a go as I tend to head towards specific hair care products for Afro Caribbean hair. How it behaves on other hair types I can’t comment on, but on my own hair it did exactly what it needed to do and wasn’t too expensive which is always a plus point!

    Unfortunately this doesn’t seem to be available anymore, but there are other products from this range including oils, shampoos, conditioners and curl defining products starting from £4.49.

  • One For Dry Skin, Aveeno Moisturising Lotion

    I have lots and lots of body products in various forms such as creams, butters and lotions. But there is always one that I come back to time and time again because it never fails to keep my skin in good condition, and that’s Aveeno Moisturising Lotion. Why is this one of my favourite go to products?

    Aveeno Moisturising Lotion
    I was prescribed this….

    I’ve had issues with my skin on and off for years. Not just the usual dry skin but actual skin conditions (long story but apparently I suffered from psoriasis which has no morphed into eczema!). This was prescribed by my GP because at one stage my face didn’t look dry, it felt dry and tight and nothing helped it. I stopped using everything else and just applied this as not only my facial but my body moisturiser to help it get back to normal. And when the skin on my body gets irritated, I slip this into my routine to calm it down as well.

    What is this supposed to do?

    This lotion is designed for sensitive and dry skin. Suitable for babies from 3 months old right up to adults. Aveeno Moisturising Lotion helps to provide long lasting moisture to the skin and helps to stop moisture from leaving the skin by giving it a protective barrier.

    Packaging

    This lotion comes in different sizes. The one I use is 500ml. This comes in a cream coloured plastic bottle with green flip top lid. I mention the colouring because it fits in well with the idea of it being nourishing, wholesome, even natural to a degree.

    Look, consistency & fragrance

    Aveeno Moisturising Lotion is white in colour and typical lotion texture. Smooth, not runny but loose enough to use. There’s no scent to this which is ideal for those who are sensitive to fragrance.

    On the skin

    I use this lotion from my face straight down to my feet. It’s light weight. I’m probably over generous with the amount I use, but it sinks in easily and can be layered if needed. It doesn’t leave the skin looking or feeling greasy, just healthy. This means once applied, clothes can be put on straight away.

    Using this twice a day (morning and night) most of the time is the right amount of applications. The skin on my body doesn’t get dry too easily and this helps it stay in good condition. If, for whatever unholy reason, my face doesn’t seem to absorb and retain any moisture, this does the trick! I’ve had dry eyelids and very dry areas around the nose as well. Using this almost helps to regulate my face and then if I need to, can go back to a more fuller skincare routine.

    Skin conditions

    It’s important for me to add that when areas of my body ‘play up’, they can be itchy, red and raised. Aveeno Moisturising Lotion doesn’t change that, it just helps to stop these areas drying out. This is when I sometimes have to use a steroid cream to help control the skin and improve it in a way Aveeno can’t.

    Recommended?

    Aveeno Moisturising Lotion is one of those products EVERYONE should have in their home for lots of different reasons. It can be used on the majority of the family regardless of age. Helps to moisturise dry and sensitive skin, lightweight, sinks in and doesn’t leave the skin greasy. And can be used even on the face! I’ve recommended this to a few male friends who were suffering from dry skin on their face but didn’t want a proper skincare routine. Guess what? They’ve loved it and said it made a difference!

    This is available to purchase on the high street and in your local chemist. It’s not the cheapest product available but it’s worth it because it works! Currently (at the time of writing this post) on a 3 for 2 promotion at Boots, this also includes their skincare products which are great if you want to expand your skincare routine with this brand.

  • Druid and The Witch’s Coconut & Waterfall Blooms Wax Melt

    It’s Halloween! Not a season I’m a massive fan of, but I do love a good theme when it comes to home fragrance products. And I won’t say no to a Halloween themed product that will make my home smell nice. The only way I’ve been participating in this event is melting a Halloween-esq shaped wax melt from Druid and The Witch in the fragrance of Coconut & Waterfall Blooms. Was it freakingly good or a scary disappointment?

    Druid and The Witch’s Coconut & Waterfall Blooms Wax Melt
    Why did I buy this?

    This wax melt came in a Halloween inspired bundle which only cost £6.00. This seemed a great opportunity to try different scents, get wax melts in very cute shapes all at an affordable price.

    How does this look?

    Lilac in colour and shaped like a very sweet, almost cartoon like ghost. Perfect size to pop into a wax warmer without having to break it up.

    Fragrance

    Coconut & Waterfall Blooms is a delicate floral scent with a slight hint of tropical to it. It’s very pretty, very fresh and incredibly relaxing.

    In melt

    The size of this wax melt is perfect for one use. The poor little ghost melted away quite quickly and left a gorgeous pool of lilac liquid wax while releasing it’s fragrance.

    Strength & Longevity

    Strength of Coconut & Waterfall Blooms I would say is close to medium than light. I melted this in my kitchen and it gave the room a lovely soft fragrance. It was there, you could smell it and it was perfect strength. Sometimes you want and need something punchy and in your face, sometimes you don’t. Definitely not needed to be strong in strength for this melt. Longevity wise this has proven to be quite good. It was on over the last two days for hours, and the scent remained consistent throughout.

    Recommended?

    This is my first experience with Druid and The Witch’s wax melts. Great look, perfect strength for the scent family with good longevity. What more could I ask for? A thumbs up from me and I can’t wait to try more home fragrance from this company.