LUSH Halloween 2011 Launches

Spooky time fun for the bath, for the little kids and the big kids too!

Ghost Shower Gel (Limited Edition)- rose and dove orchard infusion, with the  fragrance of lilies.

Jacko Bath Bomb (Limited Edition)-spicy scent of clove bud and spearmint.

Pumpkin Soap (Limited Edition)- Clove, cardamom, spearmint and fresh pumpkin

Cobweb Bath Bomb (Limited Edition) (Online Only)-black pearl scent

Calacas Shower Jelly (Limited Edition) (Online Only)-neroli and lime oils

Pumpkin Knot Wrap  (Limited Edition) (Online Only)-sweet smelling pumpkin

Twilight Bath Bomb(Permanent)-comforting lavender

Lady Catrina Soap (Limited Edition) (Online Only)-Agave nectarand honey.

Calavera Bath Bomb (Limited Edition)- marigold petals and zesty lime oil


Ceridwen’s Cauldron (Permanent)-cocoa butter, oats, lavender and sandalwood oils.
Demon in the Dark (Permanent)- spearmint and apple

Fresh Brown Sugar Shower Gel

With the success of the Brown Sugar Body Scrub, the lip balm and then add the body cream, it’s no surprise that we see the shower gel added to the collection. It is a wonderful addition to the Fresh family of scents, a light citrus with a slightly sugary aroma of Brown Sugar. It’s a sweet scent for the young and the young at heart, something just a tad bit sweet yet refreshing and effervescent. Aside from the pleasantly refreshing scent, the skin softening ingredients and quality cleansing make this the must have shower treat; even better your daily cleansing gel. It is a scent enjoyed in the shower, then slather on the body lotion and as clean and as refreshed you’ll smell it doesn’t clash with your perfume of choice.

For $18 you get 10oz of pure luxury and quality. Visit the Fresh boutique and you get it gift wrapped at no charge. Want to try some other Fresh products? Ask for the free samples! If you don’t have a Fresh boutique near you, Sephora has this decadent shower gel as well!

philosophy's holiday greetings

As all who read my blog know, I LOVE philosophy’s holiday sets. No exception for this one! It’s absolutely yummy and once again, I am wishing they made these little pretties in the full sized items. But for now I will enjoy them while I can.

The set contains the most scrumptious Brown Butter Cookie 3-in-1 and Coconut Macaroon Body Butter with a Pink Frosted Cookie Lip Shine to add shimmer and shine for a delicious holiday pout. The wash is 4oz and the body butter is 2oz with the lip shine in full size. The set comes housed in a box shaped like a mailbox with holiday scenes which is perfect for gift giving should you chose to gift this. I gifted it, right to me, myself and I! I love foodie comfort scents and this one has hit the spot. Especially with the cold weather upon us, this gives me just the right amount of comfort and joy. It’s a sweet cookie scent but not so sweet that it overwhelms. And the body butter is wonderfully yummy and doesn’t clash with the wash. I’ve been using this with my night time bath so I can enjoy the scent while I am relaxing for bed. How’s that for getting relaxed for a good night’s sleep!

It’s a philosophy Christmas

My favorites to get and give are the goodies from the philosophy holiday collection. Most are available now with the remainder to be released mid October.


christmas morning set $20

 the gingerbread girl body lotion-$16

 the gingerbread girl shampoo, bubble bath, shower gel-$16

silent night body lotion-$16

heart of the season shampoo, shower gel, bubble bath-$16

 candy cane lane gift set-$25

 warm and toasty gift set- $25

 glow and behold shampoo, bubble bath, shower gel-$16

 silent night shampoo and shower gel-$16

 

Laura Mercier for Holiday 2010

Some of these are already available on Lauramercier.com but expected to be at select counters mid-October.



Eye Colour Sampler ($48)

Travel Brush Set ($85)

Mini Lip Glacé Set ($48)

Cool Petite Eye Palette ($28)
Warm Petite Eye Palette ($28)
Color Wardrobe ($98)

Cool Palette

Warm Palette

Color Wardrobe

Crème Brûlée Set ($40)
Almond Coconut Milk Set ($40)

Almond Coconut Milk Collection ($75)


Crème de Pistache Collection ($75)

Soufflé Body Crème Sampler Set -($50)

Crème Brûlée Candle($32)


Crème de Pistache Candle ($32)


Warm Roasted Chestnuts Candle ($32)

Creme Brulee Candle

Creme de Pistache Candle

Warm Roasted Chestnut Candle

photo's courtesy of Lauramercier.com

philosophy Crispy Marshmallow Bars Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath

It’s that time again, the time for warm comforting scents of fall! I always look forward the luscious scents philosophy introduces during this time of the year, they make you want to wrap up in a blanket and settle in for a cozy night in front of the fire. Crispy Marshmallow Bars sounds ooey and gooey and oh so yummy  and how it is! But not in a super sweet teeth- rotting way. It is just enough to make your mouth water and your bath a super special treat. Use it in your bath, shower or as a shampoo and you will be well moisturized to face your day; it’s even better at bedtime to give you that special comforting scent of fall. Any way you use it, you will love it. You might have to fight off the family with this one! It's a limited edition item so if you love it, get a few. They won’t last!

philosophy’s Everything's Coming Up Rainbows™ Set

The amazing thing about philosophy’s bath sets is that they allow you to indulge the scrumptious scents without indulging in calories. ‘Everything’s Coming Up Rainbows’ allows you to enjoy the scent of Rainbow Sherbet with a shower gel and bubble bath, lotion and lip shine, while cleansing and softening. The set includes a 4oz Rainbow Sherbet 3-in-1, a 4oz Rainbow Sherbet Body Lotion as well as a Rainbow Sherbet Lip Shine. The scent is refreshing and delightful, yet soft enough as to not over power any other fragrance you apply. End your summer indulgence with a shiny and plump pout of Rainbow Sherbet Lip Shine and have a day that is bright and happy! Whenever I need a pick-me-upper, I go for something philosophy. They never fail to lift my spirits with their refreshing and energizing scents. I added this to my never ending collection and only sorry I didn’t get more! The set is available for $28 and what a wonderful way to spend $28!

philosophy 'apricots and cream' gift set

The newest collection of yummy scents to grace the philosophy collection is Apricots and Cream. Available in the shower gel, bubble bath and shampoo formulation each 8oz bottle from the gift set gives you a healthy, blissful treat. Layer from head to toe for healthy skin and hair; skin that is revitalized and super hydrated. Add the fresh, sweet scent and you will be running to the nearest store for the super size! Full sizes are available for $16-$24 and a gift set is available with 8oz sizes for $25.

Philosophy “Mocktails”-Bellini, Appeletini, and Pomegranate Martini

With the Holidays over, but winter still upon us we all need a break from the freezing cold and chill. I love Philosophy’s new “mocktails! They give a quick dose of refreshing cocktail scented bubbles without the calories, and lets me escape for just a few moments. While I’m in the bath at least! Use them alone or combine them to make a “mocktail” of your own! Enjoy a cheerful bath with a bit of Italian flair with peachy Bellini scented bubbles; how about a scintillating dose of Pomegranate Martini and lastly but not least, my favorite; bubbly Appletini! All are gentle, creamy and give a huge dollop of extra-rich bubbles. I like to use these as a treat for shiny soft hair, with just a touch of scent. Any way you like to use them, they are the ultimate escape from the reality of winters chill. Even if for a moment! At $16 for a 16oz bottle you can have your tropical get-a-way without breaking the bank. Exclusively at Nordstrom or Nordstrom.com.

Victoria’s Secret Gilded Garden Holiday Collection

This is the Holiday Collection for the super sexy! If you are one of the ones who don’t’ like the super sweetness of vanilla or the foody gingerbread’s of the Holidays, these are for you. Dazzle them with lasting, festive fragrance and soft, smooth, hydrated skin. The moisture-rich lotion conditions with nourishing Aloe, Oat, and Grapeseed Extracts, plus antioxidant vitamins E and C. Take advantage of the Garden specials; get 3/$24, 5/$30 or 8/$35. I can’t think of any deal as great as these. At these prices you can get several gifts out of one trip. Mix and match the scents for all those special people in your life, show them just how special they are to you!

Enjoy Gilded Ginger Crème; a rich blend of gingerbread, whipped latte and musk. Or Merry Vanilla Twirl is a sweet fusion of crème brulée, vanilla and starfruit. Maybe you like the something a bit more fruity, then Sparkling Sugared Pear is for you; a luscious mix of pear blossom, peach and pink sugar. Comes in body lotion, shimmer body cream, fragrant body mist and shimmer powder.

Philosophy “Angel Cakes” set-Nordstrom Exculsive

Sent from heaven, Philosophy’s “angel cakes’ set contains the famous high foaming shampoo, bubble bath and shower gel and the sweet smelling lip shine, housed in an adorable keepsake box. Indulge in a fresh-baked angel food cake scented bath, and then have the sweetest lips in town with “holiday angel ‘lip shine. No need to look any further for that perfect gift for your special friend, or even better, for yourself! Exclusively at Nordstrom for $20

Philosophy’s First Snow

Get in some good for you bath time this holiday season. With the busy holiday schedules we all carry, it’s always a treat to relax in a bath of snow infused bubbles. Scrub off the stress of the day with Snow Shower Exfoliating bath gel, slather on the Snow Body lotion and get set for a night of indulgent relaxation. Treat your lips to a kiss of snow-like shimmer with Snow Kiss Lip Shine, and off you go for a relaxing night with family and friends. Don’t forget about those extra special people in your life, this makes such a great gift! Enjoy the set for $25 at Nordstrom, Sephora or Philosophy.com.

Philosophy Home for the Holidays Creme Brulee

What can be better than the decadent scent of crème brulee captured in a festive, home for the holidays collection? How about having it in a collection with a shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath, a soufflé body cream and a shimmer lip shine? Now it’s even easier to indulge, and not have the calories of such a sweet treat! Start off with a luxurious bath full of crème brulee scented bubbles, slather on a creamy layer of crème brulee indulgent body soufflé; the shimmer lip shine gives you a treat any time of the day. I think that makes for a joyful holiday! The set is available for $25 at Philosophy.com or QVC.com.
Includes:

• 4-fl-oz creme brulee shampoo, shower gel, and bubble bath

• 2-oz creme brulee body lotion

• 0.5 oz flavored lip shine

• Made in USA

Philosophy's Holiday Spice & Everything Nice

Indulge in the holiday spirit with a holiday spice scented shower gel and lip shine duo.
Philosophy's holiday spice and everything nice set includes holiday spice scented, high-foaming shampoo, shower gel & bubble bath 8 oz. and holiday spice flavored lip shine Infused with a blend of citrus and all your favorite warm holiday spices, your senses are stimulated to evoke fond holiday memories. Relax in a tub of bursting of spice scented bubbles after a night of holiday parties, we all know how in demand you are! For $20 you can indulge in a bit of luxury and not worry about breaking the bank, and these make fabulous gifts too!

Escape in a Winter Escape with Philosophy

Retreat to a warm shower or bath with new Peppermint Hot Cocoa Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath! Then indulge in a dose of hot cocoa without the marshmallows by slathering on the Marshmallow Body Soufflé for an indulgent skin treat; and end with Marshmallow Flavored Lip Shine! How can you beat a winter escape like that! At only $25 per set, you can enjoy some luxury, even in these hard economic times!
This set contains:

4.0 oz Peppermint Hot Cocoa Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath

-0.5 oz Melting Marshmallow Cream Lip Shine

2.0 oz Melting Marshmallow Cream Body Soufflé

Philosophy Holiday Eggnog Bath and Shower Gel

You don’t have to wait all year to enjoy Eggnog! Philosophy gives you Eggnog shower gel and bubble bath to indulge in the scent of your favorite wintertime beverage! How yummy is vanilla, cream, sugar and rum to bring the comfort of the holidays to your bathing ritual! The soothing formula and scrumptious scent will leave you wanting more so stock up, its only available during the holiday season! $16 for 16oz.

Twas the Night Before Christmas with Philosophy

Enjoy the yummy scent of milk and cookies with a creamy high-foaming shampoo, bubble bath and shower gel duo. The scent is yummy and delicious, good enough to eat, but the scent only stays in the bath or shower. You can continue to use your favorite lotion and perfume and not have this scent interfere with it. That’s the great thing about Philosophy’s bath and shower gels! Each is 8oz and perfect to put into your overnight bag for those holiday trips to visit family! $20 each set.

What to do with all of those gift set shower gels, do tell!

Ever buy a perfume gift set because it was a mere few dollars more than the price of the lone bottle. Especially now, with the Holidays fast approaching and the fragrance gift sets are abundant! And once again, the skilled sales associate has convinced you that you must have it. But you know you will never use the shower gels that come in them and you know they will sit and collect dust and just take up room in your beauty treasure trove. What to do with them?

I’ve come up with a few things that I do with mine, they don’t go to waste and I have new uses for my favorite scents! One thing I love to do is use it as a delicate wash. Add a bit to your sink full of cold water and soak your delicates. I’ve also added it into my wash cycle in the washing machine for softly scented clothes. I have a front loading washer these days so I fill the detergent dispenser to about ¼ the detergent capacity, this is plenty since they use very little detergent to begin with.

Another use I get from these is to use them as a hand wash. My guest’s always muse over this! For the 1.7oz tubes that normally come in the sets, I add all of the contents into my soap dispenser and fill the rest with unscented hand soap. I use an unscented biodegradable and sulfate free base I get from a craft supplier. It comes in various sizes and is great for making any thing in liquid soap form such as shampoo, detergent, liquid soap, etc.

These are just a few suggestions; there are many more things you can do with them! Waste not; want not, I’m sure my Mother has told me this many times. Maybe this one stuck!