An Introduction to Sai Sei

Last summer, I spotted the brand Sai Sei on a trip to Space NK, and I was keen to try a few items from the line. At some point in late summer, I purchased their bath crystals, and in the fall Space NK sent me their body veil. I figured it was about time I shared them with you! :)

Sai Sei Mineral Seaweed Bath Crystals
From SpaceNK: Unwind with natural marine sea crystals, infused with wakame seaweed. Revitalising essential marine minerals of calcium, potassium, magnesium and iodine combine with a tranquil watery scent for a truly relaxing experience. Benefits: Helps create a relaxing, restorative bathing experience. Leaves skin feeling soft and revitalised.

Throw in a handful of these, and your bath will be silky and very lightly floral. I really like the concept, and enjoy using these, but given my lack of experience with bath salts in general, I'm not sure if it is worth the price tag. I can say I really like using these, and they've lasted quite a while. Plus I feel relaxed and my skin always feels soft and silky!  

*PR Sample

Sai Sei Mineral Revive Body Veil* 
From SpaceNK: This light hydrating veil with essential minerals from Japan's ancient hot springs, known as Onsen, is quickly absorbed. Moisturising Soybean, Rice Bran Oil, Capuacu and Jojoba Oil leave the skin smooth and silky.

This is the perfect body lotion for those who don't like greasy or heavy body creams. I love the light texture of this, and it just soaks in beautifully. At this time of year, it isn't quite enough moisture for my dry itchy legs, but I think I am going to LOVE using this in the summer. It is very lightly floral scented, and I don't find that it gets in the way of fragrances or anything like that. 

All in all, I'm liking these options from Sai Sei. I especially like the sturdy, ombre packaging. :) If you're curious about the brand, Space NK currently has 2 gift sets on sale in the sale section. What do you think about Sai Sei? Are these products something you would try? I'd love to know! :)

Fight Winter Skin with Lush Celebrate

In the winter, my skin tends to get dry and itchy, and I was really excited when Lush sent me their Celebrate Hand and Body Lotion.

Filled with almond and coconut oil to hydrate the skin, this soft non-greasy lotion really helps to sooth the skin. I think it works just as well as my regular go-to, or maybe even a little better! :) 

My favorite part is probably the citrus scent and the overall texture of the cream. According to Lush's website, it has the same scent as Golden Wonder, which is one of my favorite Lush items. I think it will even work well on eczema prone skin, though I don't have eczema and Mr. Bunny hasn't had a bout of it yet this season. (Phew!)

Lush Celebrate is limited edition for the holidays, so be sure to pick up a jar if you're interested in it! I hope they make it a permanent addition to their lineup, cause I know this is definitely one of my top Lush products! :)

What do you think of Lush Celebrate? Is this something you want to try? I'd love to know what your winter skin must haves are? 

Product provided for review.

More Lush Holiday Bath Treats

This year, I think Lush has some really adorable stuff out for the holidays. (Check my post on some bath bombs here and the Rosy Christmas set here.) Here's a peek at some of the other bathtime treats that are out this season! 

The Christmas Penguin Bubble Bar, $7.45
This limited edition cutie may just be the highlight of the collection. (Though there are too many good things to choose from!) Crumble off a chunk under running water, and you'll have lightly citrus bubbles to spruce up your bath! I think I have to pick up another before they're all gone - or maybe two, so I can stare at its cuteness after the holidays! 

Ceridwen's Cauldron Bath Melt, $8.45
This bath melt was originally released for Halloween last year, but I've included it because it is such a great little burst of hydration for winter skin. Swirl this around your bath, and you'll get to soak in a silky tub full of the scent of oats and lavender. The cocoa butter and walnut oil help make your skin nice and soft, and there's even a bit of sandalwood and rose scent in there. This bath melt lasts for 2-3 baths - just be sure to let this reusable melt dry out between uses - and you can use the remnants as a body scrub when you're done! 

Secret Santa Bath Bomb, $9.95
This bath bomb is MASSIVE, and can be broken up into a 2-3 baths. I love the light citrus scent, which reminds me a bit of Avobath and just the classic Lush scent in general. Plus, once you get to the center of the bomb, more colors and fun emerge!

Have you tried any of these Lush goodies? What did you think of them? I'd love to know!

Products mentioned were provided for review.

Tea for Your Bath? Try Osmia Organics!

Baby it's cold outside... Yup, I have Christmas songs stuck in my head! And at this time of year, all I can think of are warm snuggly blankets and a comforting bath. (Even more so than usual - you can find me with a bath and snuggly blankets in July too, haha!)

Alongside my bath I usually have a cup of tea, and some days I think I'd like to bathe in said cup of tea. So of course I was thrilled to receive a sample of Osmia's Organic Tea Bath. Just what I was looking for! 

Osmia Organics Organic Tea Bath (unaffiliated link) 

Now onto the bath! From Osmia's site, here are the details - 

• For: All skin types, especially itchy, dry skin, including eczema and psoriasis.
• How: Drop 1 bag (leave it tightly tied) into running bathwater and squeeze gently while you soak to release extracts. Each bag may be used two times. Allow to dry between uses.

I have to say that the bath definitely was comforting and I definitely felt like I was in a cup of tea. Hehe :). (Though with the addition of epsom salts and oats, it is a little more than tea!) Also, be sure to let the bag dry between uses - if you're careful, I think you may be able to get at least 3 uses out of a bag. If you're not careful and you let your bag stay moist in a ziplock bag, then it may get moldy!

I'm not sure how many bags come in the full size container that Osmia sells on their site - it looks like two based on the photo - and that definitely makes it quite an indulgent bathtime treat. (EDIT: Osmia confirms that it comes with SIX bags. Woohoo!) I'm not sure that I will purchase this one - at least not yet! I want to see if there are other tea baths out there, and Mr. Bunny seems sure that we can throw a handful of regular tea bags into a bath for the same effect. (LOL! I don't know if this is true but I sure am going to try!!) 

What do you think about Osmia Tea Bath? Is this something that you would try? I'd love to know!

Sample generously provided for review.