Bath Time Favourites

I've been meaning to write about some products that I use regularly, so today I'm bringing you the bath time edition! For reference, my skin is on the dry side and it's a bit sensitive (not as in I get reactions, but my skin can get clogged up and feel uncomfortable with certain products), hence why I prefer going for simpler products, rather than those jam packed with fragrances and what not.

First of all, I actually prefer using soaps as I feel like they just draw any excess oils out of my skin better. I know, it's a bit weird! I used to love using the Natural Black Mud Mask Soap, which I used to pick up for £3.75 at Boots (here). It's also designed for dry skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema (although they no longer list this on the description). As soon as I tried , I honestly felt like it made a massive difference, my skin felt more calm and supple, the soap feels really gentle on the skin but you can still tell it's making a difference. I've also read reviews of people using it as a face soap to get rid of spots, but I've never tried it on my face. However, after loving the previous 3 bars I used up (they do last quite a while), I picked up a fourth one and it just isn't the same. I don't know if I got a bad batch, but it just doesn't lather up very well anymore and so it doesn't give me the same results.

I then decided to go for the Dettol Soap which is relatively cheap (here) (as TMI but I find the anti bacterial properties also help with any pesky blemishes on the shoulders). This, alongside the Boots Back Spray (£5.19 here), which I picked up after seeing it on Hannah's blog (Beauty Box), really helps stop any spots in their tracks. I literally tried all sorts of things before this, and nothing worked, but this (it's also one of my empties)!

Then for a quick fix or for travelling purposes, I tend to have some of the Body Shop Shower Gels at home, simply because they smell amazing! Check them out here, the Strawberry one is so good and they had a Lemon one that was literally one of the best things ever, but they discontinued it. I literally ran to both of my local stores to get the last one! I am wary of overloading my skin with synthetic ingredients (due to it being a bit sensitive), so that's the main reason I don't use these as regularly. However, my Sister uses them all the time and they suit her fine.

Moving on, I LOVE exfoliating! There's just something about that squeaky clean feeling. I picked up the Round Body Brush a few months ago from The Body Shop (see here), and I honestly feel like advocating it to everyone, it's amazing! I picked up the one with a smaller handle as I find you can control it better. You can use this to dry brush (although that's a bit too painful and tingly), or in the bath. I can really feel it toning up my skin and muscles whilst it's exfoliating, especially on my legs. For a more intense exfoliation, I like to mix a scrub into the bristles and then wash it out afterwards. I know it looks a bit ragged in the picture but honestly it's still as good as new and it goes back into shape immediately, I must have had it resting on a shampoo I think.

For a cheap, everyday scrub I've been loving the Superdrug Vitamin E Body Scrub for a good few years now. It just does what it says on the tin, and it's really effective for the price. Unfortunately, it looks like they reformulated it and judging from the reviews on their website, the new one sounds pants. It's a good job I had a backup! You can probably find similar ones in Boots, or even Wilkinsons do Body Shop dupes I think.

For a bit of luxury, I've been using the Malee Conditioning Body Scrub*. Now, when I say luxury, I mean luxury! This is like having your own pamper spa at home. Honestly, everything from the packaging to the incredible scent is divine. When you open the lid, the tropical scent really hits you, I couldn't stop smelling it! It is quite strong but I feel like it adds to the experience, and it does linger on your skin a bit after you've washed it off (it's also fine for my sensitive skin). I hadn't tried a conditioning scrub before so I didn't think whether it was a gimmick or not. I can now say that it really does work! The formula just sort of melts into your skin, this means it's not as abrasive as other harsher scrubs (again though you could apply it with TBS brush to give it that extra boost if needed), but it exfoliates and hydrates at the same time. This is perfect for someone like me who's all about exfoliating, but rarely remembers to moisturise. It's a time saver, but it's also a great way to give your skin that hydrated look. I can just imagine people having a pamper session before a big event, with the whole face masks and everything (if you're like me), and this goes perfectly! It retails for £36 here, again it is more of an indulgent buy. It really has the wow factor when you open the package, so it might make a great gift for those who love a treat. Although, you can currently pick it up for £22 on offer at LookFantastic here.

I hope you enjoyed this post!

What are your favourite bath time products?

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