SODA and Co

http://www.sodaandco.com/

Soda & Co natural product's are an amazing new company ive found. They are natural and beautifully presented products from Australia. Also kind enough to send me item's to try for my opinion, plus also introduce the company to my UK reader's.

About us :  

SODA & Co is a fun, fresh and vibrant natural skin care range. Made in Melbourne, Australia, SODA & Co uses only the finest natural ingredients, is proudly nut oil free and never test on animals. SODA & Co believes that being natural doesn't have to mean bland or boring. At SODA & Co colour is everything. Our products are a reflection of all things good for you whilst being fun and upbeat.

Our products contain no - 

~ Sodium Laureth Sulphate

~ Petrochemicals

~ Synthetic fragrances

~ Ammonium Laureth Sulphate

~ Tree Nut or Peanut Oils

~ Mineral oils or Phenoxyethanol

~ Parabens

From placing the order to arrival was a quick a easy process. I kindly was sent a Lip Balm and some Sugar scrub scent's.

-  Lip balm -

SODA & Co Lip Balm with Jojoba will soften and revive lips with sweet and uplifting natural scents. 

~ Pink lemonade ~ 

Presented in a silver tin with beautifully clear labelling. Perfect for any handbag, especially with winter approaching. A balm which you apply with your finger's heat. 

The scent of the balm is delightful, i could firstly smell a rich vanilla cake which would then something fruity entwined. Its hard not to get the urge to eat then balm.

Performance wise this balm :

- doesn't leave a heavy feeling

- Smell is divine 

- Lips feel hydrated for days

- Doesnt need to be constantly applied

- Well packaged 

- No greasey feeling like some balms, which make you want to wipe excess away. 

~ Sugar scrub

Treat your skin to the uplifting goodness of this tantalizing 2 in 1 sugar scrub. Enriched with Jojoba and Vitamin E this scrub will naturally help restore and refresh your skin.

~ Orange Crush ~ 

Not only will it leave your skin smelling sweet - the zesty orange scent will be sure to brighten your day. Is the Quote used to describe Orange Crush and i could not agree more. The smell of orange hits you immediately and i find as a scrub smelling so good makes me want to really relax within the shower. 

~ Pink lemonade ~ 

The fun, fresh & enticing scent of pink lemonade is only one of the benefits of this sugary little gem. The scrubs clean the skin without being too harsh, making it gentle enough for everyday use.

I really love these sugar scrubs, especially the Orange scent. It makes your skin feel cleaner then ever, as the sugar allows you to put as much or as little on.  Depending on your preference. 

I like the feeling of a scrub with my as it does give me better absorbtion, for my serums and moisturisers.NB : I would advise if you have any additional scrubs, not expose them to steam within the bathroom. As it can melt the sugar within the scrub. If this happens i just placed in a cool area or fridge to cool it back down. 

KISS Nail's : Cuticle Care Kit

KISS is my favourite nail art/care brand. Now with care kits being released to help with issue's such as strength, cuticle care etc. It's easy now to have a full nail spa at home and im using the cuticle kit as they are in dire need of some TLC. 

About us : 

Kiss is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of professional quality nail products. 

Kiss became the first company to bring quality, professional nail care directly to the consumer, creating easy-to-use, all-in-one kits so she can achieve Salon Results at home. Today, the Kiss line of products has expanded to include nail care, Each of these quality products originated from Kiss's innovative thinking and vast salon experience.

Cuticle care Kit 

• Everyday conditioning for mani-ready nails. Hydrate dry cuticles & nails
• If you have: dry, rough cuticles or hangnails.
• 
  
• Contains: 
  Cuticle remover 0.33 oz
  Cuticle oil 0.20 oz
  Cuticle balm 0.07 oz
  1 wood stick

1. -Cuticle remover: Potassium hydroxide breaks down and loosens dead cuticles within seconds for safe, gentle removal 
2. -Cuticle oil: Special blend of safflower, olive, jojoba & sweet almond oils and healing vitamin E help rejuvenate dry cuticles and nails 
3. -Cuticle nail balm: On-the-go moisturizing formula hydrates dry or cracked cuticles and brittle nails

1. - Remover: Eliminate cuticles. Apply cuticle remover to eliminate excess tissue around the nails. Use manicure stick to clean up the nails. 

Easy to use remover which doesnt smell abrasive or feel harsh upon the cuticle. Really nice and the manicure stick easily remove's the hard to reach area's. 

1. - Oil: Hydrate cuticles & nails. Brush on nails and cuticles and massage in. Wash off before applying nail colour. 

The oil is lovely and really moisturises the nail and cuticle. I really do like this oil as it takes no time to apply. Afterwards my nails look healthy and they feel "softer" plus less uneven. 

1. - Balm: Condition cuticles & nails. Apply 1-2 times per day, massaging into entire nail and cuticle.

Amazing cuticle balm which is packaged within a "lip balm" casing for application. Fantastic product i can apply on the go, when my nails or cuticles are needing a perk up. A quick and easy solution is always to hand. 

I really love this kit. It is easy to use and really does make my cuticle and nail look healthier upon application. I will invest in the strengthing kit next, as my nails are a little weak from hospital. I really love how KISS are branching into all the areas of Nail care and art. 

KISS : Gel polish kit & LED Lamp

It's no secret that i love KISS Nails and there manicures. I bit my nails since i can rembember and let's be honest its not a pretty look. As i used to go to the nail salon alot and now i cant visit them, i love that i have the option of home manicure's. 

The Kiss® Everlasting Gel Polish™ French manicure set 

This kit provides a flawless, high-gloss finish that lasts up to 14 days. It includes French wraps for a perfect smile line every time. The gel polish applies like polish and dries instantly under an LED or UV lamp (sold separately). Simply apply base gel and cure for 30 seconds, apply colour gel and cure for 60 seconds, then seal with top gel and cure for 30 seconds. 

The French manicure set includes 

- 28 French wraps in 14 sizes

- Brush on gel glue

- Petal colour gel

- base gel

- top coat gel

- gel cleanser

- 25 lint-free wipes

- Buff block, manicure stick, mini file and instruction sheet.

A fantastic set which gives a beautiful sleek finish. The instructions are easy to follow and can either use the colours provided. There are plenty of alternative colours to choose from as a singular bottle of nail gel. Which is what i did as i wanted something a little brighter then the french manicure, so i used a colour called "Lush". A really beautiful colour and amazing when applied. 

LED Lamp

- Lamp set 

- Safely cures gels quickly & evenly

- 30- and 60-second built-in timer

- Automatic turn-off

Experience : This lamp was fantastic to use. I especially liked the beep to make you aware the first 30 second's had passed. It allowed for a easy and really relaxing manicure. The lamp is small and compact, easy for storage and use if wanted travelling. 

I really love this kit and cannot wait to use and purchase more of the gel colours. It's an amazing Nail set that gives me a fantastic time to relax and clear my mind for a short while. It also gives for social time when you want friend's over to have some girly time. The acrylic gel polish is of a professional quality and looks like i visited a salon. Easy to apply, with a high quality shine and even coat of polish. Its lasted a week so far with no chipping or showing that it could be breaking down, it looks fresh as the time i applied. I would highly recommend this kit to anyone whom wants salon quality yet does not have access to one. 

Ihearthomes - August 2015

ihearthomes 

This months box was highly anticipated and popular due to the theme. Chic british "Afternoon tea" is an amazing theme, it is just such a quintessential part of english culture. 

So be at the ready with the cucumber sandwiches, crumpet's, scones and of course a pot of tea. 

They say : 

ihearthomes are passionate and a little excitable about all things home. We have always loved making that house into a home and love gorgeous items that really make the difference. From quirky wooden signs to romantic rustic hanging hearts, we love all the items we sell. 

We have beautiful wedding decorations and gifts, stunning children's items, heart warming hearts, gorgeous signs and plaques. Take a look around the site and see what takes your fancy.  Don't forget to come back again, as we are always looking to add new items.

Content's : 

- LOFT T-Towel

- "Do you love what you do" Coaster

- Yorkshire Tea sachet & Biscuit

- Heart place card's 

- Paper washi tape

- "Come for tea" Kitchen plaque 

- Chic matchbox nail files

- Vintage rose pattern tissues

- Rose and Vanilla bath T-bag's 

- Mini fork/T-bag scoop & press

- welcome saying card 

- Rose and Vanilla bath T-bag's

Beautifully scented fine bath salt infused with Rose and Vanilla. Also within the salts are dried rose petal's. Enclosed within a fine linen bag. This is a lovely addition to the box and a great choice for August's edition. It has a lovely rich and not overpowering scent. I would definatly repurchase more of these to try different scent's. 

- Vintage rose pattern tissues

Lovely pack of tissue's that would be fantastic to be within your bag for a special occassion. What a beautiful addition for your handbag, to add some sunshine to a dull day. 

- Paper washi tape

This poker dot pink tape has so many use's. You could use it for wrapping gift's or even to decorate your journal, the list is endless. I will probably use this up within a day as i journal and am doing boxes of happy mail to friends. 

- "Come for tea" Kitchen plaque 

This is so chic for anyones kitchen. It has a very "alice in wonderland" feel and style  to the design. 

- Chic matchbox nail files

This tiny little matchbox of nail files, is a lovely addition to your handbag. Everyone has one of those days where you can nick a nail and desperately are in search of nail file to save it. These defiantly are the hero product for your hand-bag.  

- "Do you love what you do" Coaster

Colourful mug coaster which is a beautiful tiffiany blue with floral and heart design. 

- Mini fork/T-bag scoop & press

Perfect little fork for eating cake with your cup of tea or scooping out a T-bag/broken hobnob lol. Its dainty and just what afternoon tea is all about. 

- Yorkshire Tea sachet & Biscuit

Nom nom yummy in my tummy. My what more could you ask for, in a afternoon tea box then a sachet of the best tea ever and a yummy biscuit. Brilliant ! 

- Heart place card's 

These heart place card's are plain and amazing for any tea party. Easily decorated and can be stood up for that lovely effect, again i cant help but Queen of heart's from Alice in wonderland. 

I cant wait to use these heart cards. 

- LOFT T-Towel

So this pastel pink T-Towel is a beautiful and so vintage with a mix of modern design. Beautiful addition for my kitchen. 

My thought's : 
An amazing theme for this month and perfect set of products to convey this theme. I loved how we received a tea bag and biscuit for "Afternoon tea", whilst then endulging on the other products. I cant say i have a favourite as i really love them all. I will use each and every product with pleasure, i cant wait to show them off to my family.

Next month's box is making me want too upgrade to the £25 box ! As knowing the theme is "Paris" just scream's to me within the capital of vintage couture.

KISS Cosmetic's - Sample Kiss and Sheer Stick's

KISS Cosmetics website

KISS cosmetic's are line of cosmetic's catering in Lip product's. I was kindly sent one but then i purchased 4 of my own to expand the colour range.

They say :

Colour Is Our Passion Make It Yours. Kiss Cosmetics is a line that solely focusses on quality lip products. The lip shades have been carefully selected to compliment all skin tones and affordability. The nourishing formulations ensure your lips can wear highly pigmented splashes of colour. Appealing to every occasion, offering treatment's to keep lip's healthy or a colour changer to create your own unique shade's.  

"My vision was to create a fashion forward, wild colour cosmetics brand that offers unique innovative twists along the way." Creator - Danielle Fenwick

What are Sample size's ? 

Miniature version of KISStick (Same formula) just a mini. Consisting of 10 pigmented shades. Whatever your doing KISStick wont neglect your lips with this moisturising and enriched formula.

Kiss Stick : Passionate Peach 

Passionate Peach : A ‘cheeky’ yellow based nude peach, perfect for warm undertones. Really like this light nude coral colour which can be used during the day or as a centre highlight for a ombre lip effect. The formula is creamy and easy to apply, very opaque and pigmented for a light coral. 

Kiss Stick : Toxic Kiss 

Toxic Kiss : Dangerous, potent and PINK! A cool toned neon pink destined to brighten up your world.  I adore this colour as its a vibrant, intense pink shade. It gives the most amazing pigmented colour, also when applied it stays creamy and not sticky. The formula is very creamy and applies so easily on the lip's. I will probably purchase a full size of this colour as i really love how it looks. 

Kiss Stick : Frisky Fuchsia

Frisky Fuchsia : A delicious raspberry, not too cool so as to suit most skin tones. This is another personal favourite as its really a bright raspberry shade. It's the perfect transitional shade for the summer to autumn season, when the berry shades start to appear. 

Sheer Stick : Flamingo

Flamingo : A vivid fuchsia pink with blue undertones. The sheer stick is like a balm with a hint of colour, fantastic for the day time or occassions where you may wish to have a more natural look. 

I like that KISS specialises on one set of product's as then you become a master of your art. With the release of Sample size you can now trial the formulation, pigmentation and texture before purchasing the full sized product. I would have loved to purchase the whole set to swatch and use to gain a broader idea of the shade's offered.

I really like the formula as it is creamy and applies really easily. The pigment is rich and opaque on application, plus it doesnt  make the lips feel dry. The lips feel creamy and not sticky. It's long wearing and i only lightly re-applied if i was eating and drinking whilst wearing. Im very happy with the product and feel trying the product beforehand is a huge positive. However with every review there are some experiences i would like to give feedback on. 

Con's 

 I love the sample sizes yet the £2.00 price tag, whilst i can appriciate its a professional finish, I felt it was a little expensive. I'd be happier with a simple design to bring the cost down. Main reason many brands offer full sized lipsticks cheaper. 

 I tried a coupon code to purchase more yet it did not accept. Maybe the website had a bad day and not working for me. Customer service was helpful but i tried all options suggested. I wanted to get this review completed and published so i obtained what i could.

TempleSpa

TempleSpa Website

A spa within your home, what more could one wish for ? These are perfect products for people like myself, whom cannot visit a spa for whatever reason. We associate the spa with being decadent, luxurious, relaxing and atmospheric. Award wining TempleSpa offer a wide range of product's and i wonder what they will deliver. 

About us : 

Our team includes world renowned doctors, herbalists, professors of biochemistry and dermatology from Switzerland, Italy and the UK. Our skin care was first created in laboratories near Lake Geneva.

The business creators and owners are Mark & Liz Warom.

“It is not very often that a brand comes across my doorstep that demands immediate attention… Temple Spa is one of  those few. How lovely the products are will keep you coming back for  more.”  John Gustafson (UK’s leading skin and makeup expert) 

Red Carpet Collection

Is a beautiful collection of products, All meant for giving skin a boost for any occasion. They can be used before your makeup routine or as often as you wish. 

The Big Reveal : Don’t you just hate it when you have somewhere to be and you don’t have time to look your best; well now you do! This state-of-the-art, re-surfacing treatment gel, offers a liquid facial in a flash. It miraculously lifts away dead skin cells and surface debris to leave the skin unbelievably smooth, clear and gloriously radiant. The clever formula includes natural exfoliating ingredients plus a cocktail of botanicals. So take it away and let the glow begin.

Benefit's: Instant resurfacing facial

Brightens & smoothens

My thought's : This clear massagable gel is gentle on the skin. It has a slightly more thick consistency when applying. When rubbing a layer onto the skin it feels cool, then whilst waiting for it to dry it has a slight tightening effect. When the gel had turned to a film and i used my hand to rub off this layer. (I did this over a sink as it becomes quite messy) then i used my facial cloth to wash off the remainder and cleanse it fully. 

 This treatment is for days when you are having a bad skin day's when you want to look fantastic. It really is brilliant for anyone whom cant get to a spa and wants that amazing clean skin rejuvinated feeling. Removing that layer of impurities easily and effectively. I loved having the oppertunity to have a home spa day during the week, it gave me something to look forward too. Improving the look of my skin and gave me a lovely feeling of confidence which is what i miss about visiting a spa. 

The Contourist

The Contourist : Hello firm, tight, radiant skin. This ingenious red carpet treatment is much more than just a mask – it’s a transforming experience you’ll want to repeat again and again. The magic is in the state-of-the-art diamond-weave technology that hugs the face tight whilst infusing the skin with an advanced, miracle working, skin perfecting serum. It literally lifts, helps reverse sagging, helps define contours and remodel the whole face from chin to forehead, giving you an instant facelift, without any ouch! The result ? Instant wow! That chiselled look of youth isn’t so far away after all.

My thought's : This ingenious mask not only hydrates your face but also holds your chin up to improve tightness in that area. I would definatly want to try these masks over a set period of time, to see if it improves the sad slow appearance of my double chin. Im very aware of this and contour it like crazy, so it would be good to see progress. From using 1 mask, it is refreshing and perfect for just relaxation time. Good music and a quiet room using this mask was just bliss, it felt cooling and refreshing. The serum soaked within the mask allows it to adhere, then the holes which go round your ear's help to keep it taught on the face. After the serum had soaked in, I rubbed in any excess obtain maximum effects of this mask. Fantastic unique design is a perfect method to deliver serum for anyone worried about that second chin. Really unique product i would defiantly want to try regularly. 

Its all a blur

It's all a Blur : Let’s face it – we love the soft-focus filter on the camera don’t we? Well here’s the effect in real life. It's all a Blur has an amazing matt finish formula that instantly and cleverly minimises crow’s feet, fine lines, visible pores and uneven skin tone. Anti-ageing red clover and pomegranate work with ingenious wrinkle-filling ingredients to give this formula its special powers. Perfect for those times you need to prime skin before a big event, or use any time to look simply gorgeous. 

My thought's : I used this on days when i was having friends over and i wanted to look my absolute best. It gave me a lovely base to apply my makeup on by covering pores and worked as a refreshing primer. My makeup applied with no problems due to using this product as a pore filler and primer. I dont have many crow's feet thankfully, I do believe in taking preventaive measures with anti-ageing skincare. When i felt my skin was looking slightly tired i would apply a small amount just to help keep my skin feeling soft. The texture is a gel/serum like consistancy applies on to the skin easily and absorbs quickly also. It leaves your skin feeling so soft to the touch, which makes this a truly lovely product.  

Templespa products are at the highest quality. On arrival the products are wrapped in tissue paper and have Templespa rock sweets enclosed. This was a lovely touch and gave a lasting impression of excellence. I unwrapped the tissue paper around 3 of the Red Carpet collection products, which are presented in a silver box with embossed writing. The packaging is too such a high standard it can be proudly shown off. I displayed them on my Vanity unit where your eyes are instantly draw to them. 

The red carpet collection is fantastic to rejuvinate and give your skin a instant lift. It boosted my confidence in my skin and also allowed me to take time out to relax. Giving me the ability to simulate the spa experience in my own home, it is something i really needed to do to boost my moral. I therefore gave my body and mind therapy with TempleSpa. I will be looking at more of the TempleSpa range to try as i loved using these products. 

So first class experience from TempleSpa.