A Little Lush Haul

Hi, I ended up doing two small shops in Lush not far apart so I decided to share what I've been buying. I've got a total of four products which are all new to me. I orignally visited the Leeds Lush store to pick up one of the new jelly bombs but at the time they hadn't made it to that store. I couldn't not buy anthing so I picked up the first two items a Never Mind The Ballistics bath bomb and a Yellow Submarine bath bomb. On my second visit I was happy to see the store full of all the Halloween and Christmas stock but I restrained myself as I have way too many products I already needed to use. I finally picked up one of the jelly bombs Ectoplasm and a Rocket Science bath bomb because it was too fun not to buy.

Never Mind The Ballistics Bath Bomb
This bath bomb looks so sad in the photo because the cocoa butter coating on the top has dryed out so much the whole bomb is falling apart (I've had it about a month). This is without a doubt a bath bomb that doesn't last long in the open air, I forgot to pack it away. I love the cocoa butter bath bombs as they are so softening and it smells so good.

Lush description: These aren’t ingredients for anybody else except for yourself. Lime and sweet wild orange oils are fresh and peachy on the nose, exciting the senses and shaking up your mood. There’s no time for apathy in the bath, so this anarchic bath bomb fizzes and rolls and spews colour with no holds barred energy. Fair Trade cocoa butter melts alongside fresh bananas to soften both the water and your skin. God save the clean; this deserves a replay.

Yellow Submarine Bath Bomb
I got this one just because the design is fun and I wanted to see this little submarine tugging along around my bath. I think the colour mix with this one is going to be so nice in the tub and is a fun cheaper alternative to the classic bath bombs.

Lush description: Why take a plane when you can take a submarine? Start off in the hustle and bustle of the city, submerge and let the waves wash over you, waking up on a tropical island with coconut scent gently blowing through the trees. A cocktail of Brazilian orange, lemongrass and coriander seed oil will enliven the senses and transport you to sunny shores, until pink and yellow sunsets ground you in the most spectacular bath.

Rocket Science Bath Bomb
I think I saw this bomb on the Lush instagram and instantly wanted it. It's one of the cheapest bath bombs at only £2.95 so would make a lovely stocking filler. The blue and yellow looks like it's going to make the most awesome patterns in the bath. There's even tiny little stars in the rocket blast, can't wait to see what happens to them.

Lush description: Blast off to another world with this mix of uplifting bergamot and lemon. It’s smooth soaring to beautiful bath waters as mellow yellow fizzes with deep blue and pink. Lower onto the surface of the water, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride as it leisurely glides around the bath. You'll love this to the moon and back.

Ectoplasm Jelly Bomb
I finally got hold of a jelly bath bomb and I'm super excited to try this and review it. I'm not sure if this is a Halloween exclusive product and will disapear. I picked it as it was the most halloween themed of the bunch and there's a lot of jelly bomb variations. I was also swayed into picking this one because it's full of citrus oils and so has my favourite scent.

Lush description: For soaks from the other side, launch this slimer into the water and let the gooey jelly ooze across the surface. Made from brown seaweed, it softens your skin as it goes. If you're feeling ghoulish, the uplifting tangerine, grapefruit and restorative litsea cubeba oils will have you in high spirits in no time. Take the gunge.

What have you been buying from Lush?

Sam

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Small Business Saturday | #Blogmas Day 3

Hi, It's that time of year again! Small Business Saturday is a marketing initiative started way back in 2013 to create awareness for all the lovely independent businesses about. More and more people are starting up small businesses on the side and December is a great opportunity to gain sales with the run up to Christmas. If you're not heading out you could always look online at websites like Etsy and Not on The High Street to show your support.

I'm in Leeds today checking out what's on offer at the Etsy Made Local event (check out the link to see if there's an event near you). I am so stuck for ideas for original gifts this year so checking out smaller businesses is a great way to find something a bit different. A lot of independent companies even offer personalised gifts, making them even more special.

Even if there isn't an event near you make the most of all the independent shops in your local town you might normal pass by or go check out that local craft/farmers market and see if there's something interestingly different for sale. Either way I hope you have a brilliant day and at least are checking out all the festive decorations in your local area.

Will you be supporting any small businesses today?

Sam

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A Day Out At Tropical World Leeds

Hi, It's a while since I visited Tropical World but I've always wanted to share my photos and give this place a shout out, I actually think it was about this time last year that I visited. Tropical world isn't the biggest place but it's crammed with things to see and takes a good few hours to get around if you take your time. The center is set out throughout as different environments showcasing animals from their natural habitat.

A Day Out At Tropical World Leeds

The first part of tropical world is the butterfly room where you walk along a raised platform taking in the sights and spotting bugs everywhere. There are butterfly feeding stations to encourage the butterfly's into viewing distance but some butterfly's don't need encouragement and will just land on you. Below the walkway is a pool of koi carp, they moved so fast, I could stay and watch these fish for hours.

You then move on to aquatic animal section which includes some not so common creatures and all the accompanying information so you can learn even more about these species. My favourite animals where the ray fish which are just the happiest fish ever and I found Dory!

There's a reptile section where if you time it right you can watch a massive snake (I think it was a boa constrictor) at feeding time which was gross but mesmerizing at the same time. Continuing round is a room with a winding path that leads you past all manor of birds with bright plumage running about. One of my favourite parts is the Merkat den, I visited once and they had babies which where the cutest.

I don't want to give away all the features of this place in case you do visit as a few surprises are always fun. If you're ever in the area I would highly recommend Tropical World. It's a fun day out and if the weather is nice the nearby park is a great place to have a stroll. I really want to head back myself sometime soon.

Have you ever been to Tropical World?

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A Little Lush Haul

Hi, Last Sunday I went shopping with my sister in Leeds. We had a lovely time and the sun stayed out so I got to wear my denim jacket for probably the last time this year. One of the places I wanted to visit the most was the Lush store. Last year Lush Leeds relocated into a bigger retail space, with this selling an even bigger range of products. I was shocked by just how busy the store was, with that in mind, it was quite difficult to see everything. I picked up some really nice things, so here's a little haul as I wanted to share what I picked up with you.

I avoided the themed ranges as the store was just too busy and I didn't want to go crazy and spend too much if I could help it. In total I picked up three bath bombs (two of which are new releases) and my all time favourite Lush product the Brightside bubble bar. The bath bombs I choose where Big Blue, Frozen and Intergalactic making my purchase quite a blue themed one. I will be doing full reviews on these products once I've used them.

Brightside - £4.95
I haven't tried that many Lush products, I'm a creature of habit and like what I like. This product has never disappointed me and this must be the 5th bar I've bought. It smells of citrus and creates so many bubbles (the advantage of this product over a bath bomb). I did a full review of this product here. 

Big Blue - £3.50
This product makes me feel like a mermaid. An old favourite which is inspired by the sea. The product contains Arame Seaweed, which softens in the water. I know the idea of seaweed isn't to every ones taste but everyone should try this bath bomb at least once. The seaweed works to help regulate the metabolism and there is sea salt to soften the skin.

Frozen - £3.95
The lovely sales assistant showed us this bath bomb in action. If I wasn't already planing on picking this one up I'd have been sold as soon as the silver luster erupted. It made the water such a lovely shade of blue and there was so much glitter. When you read the description of this bomb on the website it sounds absolutely magical, it's a blatant rip off of Disney's 'Frozen' which is an even bigger reason to love it.

Intergalactic - £3.95
I'm hoping this bomb will make a decent replacement for the Space Girl bath bomb which is now discontinued. Intergalactic from what I can tell is all about the show of colour as it releases different colours into the water. I need to remember to have my camera ready for this one. This one contains gold luster, so yet more glitter.

Have you been to Lush lately?
Sam

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