MoonaLisa February 2013 Easter, Ostara, Spring Order Review

I got my Moonalisa order finally!  I placed my two orders on February 12th and 13th which made me a double international order.  So its been almost 3 months as I received my order on May 9th.  I have spent some time putting this review together.  Adding some pieces to it each day as I have been using the products.  I had been late to the site's launch party for the first day's sale and wasn't able to get the scents I wanted in the Detanglers.  It really works on my dry, long curly hair.  Makes my hair manageable in the morning.  I saw lavender scents and couldn't resist but I also wanted some of the fruity scents - Strawberry Marshmallow,  Peach Paradise and Snozzberry Fizzy Lifter.  Each bottle seems to lasts about 2 months.  

A review of what my two orders were:

1	Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz. Item # 29520743	Option: French Lavender	$7.95 USD
1	Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz. Item # 29520749	Option: Lavender Shortbread	$7.95 USD
1	Hair Conditioner (NOT WHEAT FREE) - 4 oz  Item # 29517827	Option: French Lavender	$7.95 USD
1	Hair Conditioner (NOT WHEAT FREE) - 4 oz  Item # 29517824	Option: Bali Cloud	$7.95 USD

1	Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz. Item # 29520638	Option: Strawberry Marshmallow	$7.95 USD
1	Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz. Item # 29520746	Option: Peach Paradise	$7.95 USD
1	Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz. Item # 29520752	Option: Snozzberry Fizzy Lifter	$7.95 USD
1	Scrubs!~ Non- Parfait Item # 29623727	Option: Lemon Sugar Cookie	$9.95 USD

I received my order and couldn't wait to open it but I know that I have to take pictures since Moona's orders are a treat to open.  After work I had to run a few errands and it was killing me having this lovely box of goodies in my car staring at me yelling "OPEN ME!".  By the time I got home I just wanted to get inside of the box and see my goodies but others want to see the pics of the box opening.

My box was extra taped on the top so when I tried to cut the tape I ended up ripping the pretty paper on top.  My order was 3 layers under the 3 cards and Thank You note.  Extras were wrapped in heavy gold paper with 2 layers of bottles underneath.  Moona and her crew package and pack boxes very nicely.  I know I don't have that special gift.  Let's get to it!  Reviews are below all the the pics.

Products:

Moona's Site Descriptions:

Spray-In Detangler - 4 oz.

A scented leave-in detangler with conditioning ingredients forming a protective layer over the cortex where the cuticle cells have broken away, which creates a protective layer or coating over these rough edges. The protective coating it creates also reduces static electricity.

My Take:  I can never say enough about these detanglers.  They are one of the greatest inventions for long, dry, curly hair!  I spray them liberally on my hair when it's wet.  That way I can put a comb through it.  It makes my hair very manageable, even after it is dry.  This spray does not weigh your hair down, nor does it make it oily.  I do at times apply it to my hair dry and able to restyle it more easily.  This was my third time purchasing this product.  This time I purchased 5 bottles as find I want to be able to rotate scents.  Plus when I ordered during the Winter December Sale I ordered only one scent and didn't like it  I used up the one bottle I had from the September sale that I received in early December of 2012.  I use it daily under any other product I put on my hair.  I will always recommend this product for someone with curly / dry / unruly hair.

Please note that this review comes from someone with dry hair.  It may make someone with oily hair have more oily hair so please test it out.  You are able to use this if you have an oily scalp, just spritz on the ends.

Hair Conditioner (NOT WHEAT FREE) - 4 oz ~

CONTAINS A WHEAT PROTEIN!
4 oz.  This is a rich and silky deep conditioning for Dry or Damaged hair.  Also suited for normal hair.  It contains good for your mane ingredients like: Panthenol, Wheat protein, Silk Amino Acids and Avocado oil.

Ingredients: Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethlamine, Dimethicone, Avocado Oil, Ceteryl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Silk Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Panthenol, Citric Acid, DMDM Hydantoin, Disodium EDTA.

My Take:  I am in love with these conditioners!  I find that with my hair it sucks up the moisture in these conditioners.  I wish Moona would make these in 8oz!  I go through these quickly and since it takes 2-3 months to receive my orders I don't want to run out.  The Winter December Sale was my first time ordering the conditioners and I ordered 2 4oz bottles and received in February 2013.  When I received this order I had very little left in both bottles as I try to use it sparingly and don't always use it every day.  

The scents linger with these conditioners.  When the conditioner hits the warm air and then your heated hair the scent blooms into a wonderful aroma.  What you smell in the bottle is nothing like what you will smell once you get it into your shower.  Sure they smell lovely in the bottle but you won't get the full fragrance.  I noticed it this time with Bali Cloud.  The Orange Peel is really strong in the shower and lingers in the bathroom and into the hall long after you shower, even if you wash your hair first at the start of a 30 minute shower.  The woodsy scents are there but for me I really pick up on the tangy orange scent.  The scent lingers in your hair and smells wonderful for a long time.  This product lives up to the Moona hype.  I definitely recommend this to anyone out there looking for a hydrating conditioner.  It is definitely worth the money you pay for the 4oz bottle.  I have come to the conclusion that if you find something that works for your hair why not pay a little extra and get the quality you need for the style you want?

If you are someone with an oily scalp and only needs moisture on the hair, do not put this on the scalp but on the ends.  It works really well for split ends and hair that catches.

Scrubs!~ Non- Parfait:

Moona's sugar scrubs are made from scratch with all natural ingredients, with a small amount of bath cream from a base added. This scrubby sugar scrub is NOT a parfait! Just scrub! :)

Offered in a clear plastic jar with black lid and weigh in at about 9.5 oz.

Ingredients for this scrub are: cane sugar, sweet almond oil, whipped shea butter or cocoa butter, coconut oil, my 4-in-1 gel, rosemary extract, grapefruit seed extract, vitamin E, essential oils, fragrance and bath cream.

My Take:  I really enjoy using scrubs.  I have sensitive skin and it gets dry and flaky but the oils in the scrubs keep my skin moisturized and the sugar keeps it smooth.  I smother on the scrub and massage it all over my body in circles. I then leave the scrub on for 5 minutes or so, that way the oils can absorb into my skin and soften it.  This scrub is like many other handmade ones.  It is made with care without all the chemicals.  The amount of sugar to oil mixture is perfect.  I really enjoy using her scrubs.  This is my second scrub from Moona.  I am enjoying this one better without the parfait (cream) in it.   I am a simple girl at heart and want my sugar scrubs to be just that - a sugar scrub.  The formula of this scrub is nice.  It is worth every penny.

Scents:

Peach Paradise:  Sweet peaches in syrup doused with creamy coconut milk. (Drive Thru Moo)

My Take:  I really like peaches that are sweet.  It is more of a sweet tropical peach scent.  Which is fine with me.  It has a candied note to it.  It will be nice for Summer.  In my neck of the woods, Summer hasn't come just yet.  The coconut is more of a creamy coconut milk not a shaved coconut you find on top of a cookie.  Mixed together the scent is delightful.

Bali Cloud:  EOs of Sweet Orange Peel, Ylang Ylang and FOs of Sandalwood and Creamy Vanilla. A mix of my Orange Cloud and Bali scent, because Moona gets so confused which is which, she decided to mix them together instead. This scent is like fresh peeled oranges with a sweet woody background. They smell wonderful and relaxing! The Ylang Ylang is hardly detectable in this scent and only enhances the sweetness of the fresh orange smell. (Drive Thru Moo)

My Take:  I mostly smell zesty oranges.  I'm not big on woodsy scents so for me this is a good thing.  I do smell a hint of vanilla.  This scent is very citrus like.  It gives a jolt to the system to wake you up.  I really like it and would purchase it again in a 4-in-1, scrub and mist.  I would even buy this in laundry detergent.  =)  I love how this makes my hair smell for a long time after I get out of the shower since I have it in Moona's hair conditioner.  I would recommend this scent to everyone to try.

Snozzberry Fizzy Lifter: Snozzberries smell like Snozzberries ;) Juicy red and purple berry blend with effervescence and a teeny touch of a secret floral , just a tad to give it enough freshness, but barely detectable.

My Take:  This scent is very bright and fruity.  I do not smell any floral notes to it at all.  It does have a fresh note to it along with being fruity.  It is great for Spring time.  A sense of renewal, I think that has to do with the fizzy factor.  It is great for the hair.  There is no bakery notes in it that I can detect.  It is not berry soda smelling since something else has been added to it to keep it from smelling that way.  I really wish I had gotten this scent in a 4-in-1 and hair conditioner so I could get the full effect for my hair.

Lavender Shortbread:  This one has some fragrance, not 100% natural, shortbread cookies FO and Lavender EO (Mardi Gras 2011)

My Take:  This scent is more bakery than lavender.  As I had gotten the French Lavender scent as well I am good with that.  The short bread notes are creamy and balanced.  The lavender cuts the sweet in half and makes it good.  I like this scent a lot.

French Lavender:  

My Take:  This scent is perfect for bedtime!  It is very herbal and makes you sleepy.  I love that I got it in the detangler and hair conditioner.  A great way to end the day.  If you are looking for an herbal lavender this is the scent for you!  Nothing synthetic about it.

Lemon Sugar Cookie:  Deliciously fresh and zesty exclusive blend of cold pressed Lemon essential oil, and a blend of scrumptious cookie fragrance oils makes this a mouth watering combination , but do not eat!

My Take:  Mmmmmmm is all I can say about this scent.  It is the perfect lemon sugar cookie scent I have ever smelled.  The description describes the scent perfectly.  This scent makes a really great scrub!  I love to smear it on and rub it in and let it it so the oils can absorb into my skin for 5 or so minutes.  My shower and bathroom smell like lemon sugar cookies for a long time afterwards.  I use scrubs at the end of my shower at night so when I get out and pat myself dry the room still smells delicious.  I want more of this scent!

My Review of My Order in General:  I am very pleased!  I was able to get all the scents I wanted between the two orders to get what I wanted.  I now want a couple 4-in-1s as I am using my September's 4-in-1 as Shampoo but will wait til the next sale as I think it is sometime next week.  I would love a citrus type scent.  I am using the Marzipan Corn scent from the Halloween order.  Other than that I am very pleased.  I am loving all the detangling mists.  The conditioners are awesome!  They make my hair smooth and adding the detangling spray makes the hair manageable and am able to put a comb through it before I style.  I use the detangler as a mist before I apply all my products but then lightly mist the detangler when I am finished and find that the scent lasts for hours.

The extras are a generous soy tart and a scrub.  The scrub is in The Spice scent and the tart is in Garden Nectar. 

I am always looking for a good natural laundry soap I can make at home and I think I found one I could use.  With my sensitive skin I have to be careful.  I only use cold water with my clothes.  I found this on The Thrifty Mama Website.  You can find this post here.

Homemade Laundry Soap: Liquid Detergent Recipe

by CRYSTAL COLLINS on AUGUST 30, 2012

in FRUGAL LIVING, ORGANIC AND GREEN LIVING

Out of all the things I’m talking about this week in regards to laundry, this homemade laundry soap recipe is by far my favorite. It’s super easy to make, and is the cheapest out of all the laundry detergent recipes I’ve been sharing.

If you’ve got these ingredients and twenty minutes, then you can make your own laundry detergent, be more eco-friendly, and start saving a lot of money. Here’s what you’re going to need…

Ingredients and Supplies

• 1 Bar Soap (I use this castile soap)
• 1 cup Washing Soda
• 1 cup Borax
• Hot Water
• Measuring Cup
• Cheese Grater
• 5 Gallon Bucket
• Big Metal Cooking Pot
• Long Wooden Spoon
• Optional: 35-40 drops of essential oil (tea tree, lavender etc…) I chose tea tree oil.

Directions for Homemade Laundry Soap

Step One: Grate your soap with a cheese grater. This is probably the most work you will do in the entire process. But afterwards your cheese grater will be really clean!

Step Two: Bring big pot of water (about half full) to a boil, and then slowly stir in your grated soap.

Step Three: Once the soap is melted, reduce heat and slowly add in the Washing Soda while stirring with the wooden spoon. At this point a small reaction will occur, and your mixture will try to bubble over a little in your pot. This is where the wooden spoon comes in handy. Lay the wooden spoon across your pot, and then your mixture won’t boil over and make a mess.

Step Four: Add in your Borax to the pot while stirring. Once everything is blended and melted, remove from heat.

Step Five: Fill your five gallon bucket half-way with hot water. Add your soap mixture from the pot to your bucket of water.

Step Six: At this point you can add in your optional essential oil, and stir the mixture really well with your wooden spoon.

Step Seven: Once everything is well-blended, fill the bucket the rest of the way with water and then put the lid on. Allow to cool and sit overnight.

Step Eight: After sitting overnight, your mixture will become a gel-like goop, and that means it’s ready to use! At this point you can transfer some of the soap to clean and empty smaller bottles (old laundry detergent bottles or milk jugs), so that it’s easy to use every day. Shake/stir the mixture before using in your washing machine. Use one cup or less of “gel-like goop” per load.

A lot of people come out with a really thick gloopy mixture. This makes it harder to use, so I recommend this specific recipe, as it is a little less gloopy and easier to use (mainly because of the soap brand I used). If it gets too gloopy, just add more hot water.

While these ingredients are non-toxic and eco-friendly, I recommend that you still keep them out of reach of children and they should not be consumed. Handle with care just like you would any  laundry detergent.

Cost of Homemade Laundry Soap (Liquid)

• 1 bar soap = $3.49
• 1 box Washing Soda (55oz) $3.19 – Cost Per Cup = .46 cents
• 1 box Borax (76oz) $4.49 – Cost Per Cup = .47 cents
• Optional Essential Oil: Tea Tree Oil (1oz) $8.99 – Cost for 40 Drops = .72 cents

Total Cost for 5 Gallons or 80+ loads of Laundry Detergent = $5.17
Total Cost Per Load: Approximately .06 cents

*Note that prices are common retail. Watch for a sale or deal at an outlet for even cheaper cost per load!

And there you have it! You’ve got your own homemade laundry soap that costs you mere pennies to use, and it’s eco-friendly! This is by far my favorite way to make homemade laundry detergent. It’s super cheap, and it washes all of my laundry really well.  I’ll be back tomorrow with a recap of all the laundry recipes I shared this week, and have a video response to answer your questions. So if you’ve got some questions, let’s hear ‘em!

Moonalisa's Summer 2013 Sale Order Info

I have fallen in love with Moonalisa's 4-in-1s as shampoo.  So I ordered 3 during her May/Summer sale.  I also ordered more conditioners.  I had just received my Easter order and didn't really need anything else.  I had received 5 detanglers.

Qty Item Options Price 1 4 in 1 Gel 8oz Item # 35479689 Option: Snozzberry Fizzy Lifter! $10.95 USD 1 4 in 1 Gel 8oz Item # 35479686 Option: Jello Shots $10.95 USD 1 4 in 1 Gel 8oz Item # 35479716 Option: Tangerine & Coconut Crunch! $10.95 USD Amount  $32.85 USD

Qty Item Options Price 1 Hair Conditioner (NOT WHEAT FREE) - 4 oz ~ Item # 35481000 Option: Blackberry Jam Cake $7.95 USD 1 Hair Conditioner (NOT WHEAT FREE) - 4 oz ~ Item # 35481015 Option: Jello Shots $7.95 USD 1 Lip Butter ~ Item # 35444595 Option: Tangerine Coconut Crunch $3.95 USD 1 Lip Butter ~ Item # 35477871 Option: Cantaloupe Cooler $3.95 USD Amount  $23.80 USD

Snozzberry Fizzy Lifter:  Snozzberries smell like Snozzberries ;) Juicy red and purple berry blend with effervescence and a teeny touch of a secret floral , just a tad to give it enough freshness, but barely detectable.

Jello Shots:  Strawberry , Rhubarb, Tangerine EO, Passion Fruit and Guava. (Drive Thru Moo)

Tangerine Coconut Crunch ~ aka Christmas Coconut:  Vanilla Bean infused Coconut with Tangerine EO

Southern Blackberry Jam Cake:  Big fat, juicy Blackberries smother this buttermilk rich , slightly spiced cake. An old Southern tradition!

Cantaloupe Cooler:

I will do a review once I get my order!  Can't wait as always!

Chemical Free Jewelry Cleaner!

I found this on facebook and had to share.  I love my jewelry and am always on the look out for chemical free jewelry cleaner.  I am definitely going to try this!  Try this at home and let me know how it works for you too!

NEVER BUY JEWELRY CLEANER AGAIN!

1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon dish detergent
1 cup water
1 piece aluminum foil


Directions:

1. Heat water in the microwave for 1 or 2 minutes.

2. Cut a piece of aluminum foil that roughly covers the bottom of a small bowl (like a cereal bowl).

3. Pour hot water into bowl. Place salt, soda, and dishwashing liquid into bowl. Place jewelry on top of foil and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse jewelry in cool water and dry jewelry completely with soft cloth. Discard solution after use and make a new batch next time.

4. According to wire-sculpture.com, "this works well for gold-filled, brass, german (nickel) silver, and sterling silver. I have even cleaned jewelry with freshwater pearls, shell cameos and mother of pearl with no problem.".

Yves Rocher Daily Exfoliating Cleanser and 24 Hour Intense Hydrating Gel Cream Reviews

This is the time of year when I have to change my facial routine again and go back to my tried and true Ponds Cold Cream.  With oily skin I have 2 skin care routines that I use during the year:  Ponds during the warmer months when I need just an oil based cleanser and no moisturizer and for the colder months when I need a cleanser and a water based cream.

Last winter I used Burt's Bees Sensitive Skin Cleaner and Daily Moisturizing Cream.  I liked the cream but hated the cleanser.  See my review of this duo here.  I am a very loyal Yves Rocher customer and would prefer to give my money to them if they have a similar product.  Plus YR gives rewards and free products.  I switched over to Yves Rocher's 24 Hour Intense Hydrating Gel Cream and Daily Exfoliating Daily Cleanser in Mid-December when the temps started to drop.

Cleanser:

My Review:  YR's Daily Exfoliating Cleanser is a great product that not only cleans but also exfoliates the dead skin cells that are left by the cold and windy weather.  This cleanser does not dry my skin out which is big for me since dry skin equals more oil.  I really hate when i wash my face and it  drys out then over night it becomes oily.  I like a balance where once I leave the bathroom my face is comfortable.  I will be purchasing this again next year when the weather cools down.  I like how it gentle exfoliates my skin and removes the flakes from the wind yet doesn't scrubs off the top layer of skin and makes it raw.  The scent is very pleasing and not over powering like some.  I bought a tube of this for my sister-in-law to use as well for the winter as she was looking for a new cleanser as her's was discontinued after eight years.

Here is some info on the cleanser from Yves Rocher's website:

Daily Exfoliating Cleanser

Purifies skin

The exfoliating cleanser for acne-prone skin with botanical micro-beads:
- Eliminates excess sebum,
- Purifies skin and clears pores, 
- Prevents the reappearance of skin problems with its exfoliating action.

The Plus: Its soap-free formula, which won’t dry skin
Paraben free formula.

4.2 fl.oz. Tube / 125 ml

Gel Cream:

My Review:  I am on the fence about the 24H Intense Hydrating Gel Cream.  It worked fine.  It hydrated my face nicely during the winter and didn't make my face oily.  I don't really know why I am not in love this this product.  I prefer Biotherm's Aquasource Deep Hydration Replenishing Gel to this gel moisturizer.  It's not a bad product.  It does what it says it does.  I think it is just the texture I don't like.  It absorbs quickly but it is thick for a gel product.  I like a more runny gel like product.  I would give this a 4 out of 5 stars but only due to the thickness compared to other gel moisturizers.  I would recommend this to others who have oily skin and at the price it can't be beat.  The Biotherm product is close to $50 and expensive for me at this time.
Here is some info on the Cream from Yves Rocher's Website:

24H Intense Hydrating Gel Cream

Skin is filled with water, essential for lasting hydration!

The 24H Intense Hydrating Gel: 
- Intensely and durably moisturizes skin for 24 hours,
- Leaves skin visibly resplenished, fresh and radiant.

For Normal to Combination Skin
Formula tested under dermatological supervision

Botanical-based ingredients: maple sugar, organic agave sap, betaine, organic witch hazel water.

1.6 fl.oz. Jar / 50 ml

This past week in America

I usually like to include some sort of pictures in my posts but i really don't find that this post needs pictures.  So I will not be including any. If you would like to see pictures please search the internet where there are plenty.

I hope that our American neighbours to the south have felt their northern neighbours' prayers and thoughts.  We have been feeling your pain and anxiety.  I truly feel sorrow for you.  Starting with the Boston Marathon bombing to the Waco, TX explosion to the crazy firefight, man hunt and capture of the second suspect last night.

Yesterday, the 19th of April was the 20th anniversary of the Waco siege and the 18th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing.  Then to add to that today is the anniversary of the Columbine shootings.

This is one of those weeks that shows the tenacity of a country and it's people that make me proud. I cannot imagine what it was like to be in a city in lock down and seeing all the military and police with guns at ready, storming homes and searching for a man with a bomb strapped to his chest. The Boston police, FBI and ATF involved showed their worth and training in taking down the two suspects in the crazy firefight Friday early morning and all day Friday til the ending of the arrest of the second suspect. A big thank you to all of them for keeping the potential carnage to a minimum and for bringing the terror to an end so the cities of Watertown and Boston and its' surrounding suburbs are once again safe.

Prayers and thoughts with the victims. One of the dead at the marathon bombing was a student at a local university from China. This sad event has been felt all over the world and close to home. A 8 year old boy lost his life, his 6 year old sister lost her leg and his parents' lives will forever be altered. The 3rd life lost at the marathon was a young woman with a long life ahead of her as well. Along with many injured victims due to shrapnel. What a tragic event. I can't even imagine. One of those times where all the technology society has is great and the ability to upload to youtube instantly.

The Boston Marathon brings visitors from all over the world. I live in Durham Region and we had 15-20 runners in the marathon. Luckily, they are all home safe and sound with some stories that will be forever etched in their memories.

The fire at the fertilizer factory has also been devastating this week to an area of the country that is already known for sadness. Not helping that that sadness' 20^th anniversary was this week as well. The fire burned for days with missing fire fighters. I hope the victims know that us here in Canada know of this tragedy and you are in our prayers.

Easy Ways to Clean the Kitchen 101 BEFOE a Major Spring Cleaning

I am always on the lookout for easy ways to clean up the house and de-clutter.  I joined Simplify 101's mailing list months ago and they have helped me organize my home a lot since my move from the apartment.  More space means more clutter.  

I got the below info from an email I get from Aby Garvey over at Simplify 101 and thought I would share it with my readers:

Do you have the itch to do some spring cleaning, but aren’t sure where to start? The kitchen is a terrific place to begin your spring cleaning and organizing because it’s a space you use every single day. When your kitchen is organized, you’ll get your cooking and clean up done faster, and when your kitchen is clean, you’ll enjoy spending time there. 

Here are five simple ways to get started spring-cleaning your kitchen. Just carve out fifteen minutes a day to get started and make progress. Before you know it, your kitchen will be sparkling!  

• Wipe cabinet fronts with Murphy® Oil Soap.

• Deep clean an appliance such as your stovetop, the inside of your oven or microwave, or the outside of your refrigerator.

• Clear easy clutter in your kitchen cabinets and pantry. Your goal is to simply create a bit of breathing room by clearing out some of the simple things like extra coffee mugs, travel coffee cups, plastic drinking cups from restaurants, cookbooks you haven’t used in years, and dish towels that have seen better days.   

• Next, see if you can utilize some of the space you’ve just created to get a bulky item like your toaster or canisters off your kitchen counter.

• Clean out the refrigerator and freezer, and make a list of frozen foods to use up soon before they go bad.

Yves Rocher's Botanical Scrub Review

I have been using Yves Rocher's products for over 10 years.  I got a packet in the mail years ago and had to try them.  I was in search of face care products and was intrigued by their natural skin care lines and had been through the drugstore and mid lines at department stores.  At that point nothing really had worked for my oily skin that made my skin comfortable.  With Yves Rocher, I loved that you got free gifts with your purchases.  Plus you could purchase mystery bags and get a great value of products to try/give away as gifts.  When I moved back to Canada I loved the stores and their free in store skin analysis and sales girls.  I have found some great products I love.  They get new items in often and their products are definitely worth a try.  

This time, I was in the market for a new scrub while I was waiting for my mail order scrubs to come in a few months back and I was tempted by this one.  So I purchased Yves Rocher's Botanical Scrub.  It comes in a 5 oz flip top tube, not a tub so it is very hygienic, more desirable than the tub format most scrubs come in.  Now this was an impulse purchase and sometimes those impulse purchases are downers but not this one!  It has a delightful scent and works great.

The scent is what was the selling point for me.  Oh boy is it delightful.  I want this in a fragrance oil for my home.

This product is said to scrub your skin as you purify it.  YR has used ingredients in it such as naturally exfoliating apricot kernel powder, purifying saro essential oil and Mexican agave sap from organically grown ingredients for its moisturizing properties.  Some find that apricot kernel powder is too hard to use on their skin to exfoliate  especially if they have sensitive skin but the good thing with apricot kernel powder is that it does not dissolve like sugar does and sloughs off dead skin cells longer.  The agave sap moisturizes your skin.  


How I use this product:  What i end up doing is that i stand out of the spray of the shower, apply the scrub an area of the time, scrub then move on to another area.  Then once I have applied the scrub to my whole body I go back and exfoliate my body again and focus on the dry areas.  Once i feel that I have gotten all the dry areas and satisfied I rinse well.  Once I am done I have smooth skin with a nice fresh, invigorating scent on my skin that lingers til the next morning.

I use this often and find that i will need to repurchase this before the end of the month.  This is one of the two scrubs that I keep permanently in my shower.  I highly recommend that you get your hands on this scrub and give it a whirl!


ORGANIC APRICOT KERNEL

The key ingredients of Botanical Scrub are Apricot kernel powder to refine the texture of the skin, the essential oil Saro sheet from Madagascar to purify and Agave sap for its moisturizing properties.