Sorry if I’ve been a little bit slow to post this week, I’m teaching a seminar for photographers in DC this weekend so literally all of my time has been spent preparing for that. However, a trip to the Apple store with my dad to pick up a new power supply for my laptop (I left mine in LA) resulted in a quick stop at the oh-so-fabulous Lush store. Both Gary and I are absolutely obsessed with this place and we bought everyone Christmas presents there this year. It is a totally swanky soap boutique, well I guess that’s what you’d call it. It’s full of hand-made all-natural goodies from “bath bombs” to hair products to the most amazing skin-care products as well as soap by the pound…just like the deli.
These are a few of my favorite things…(I sound just like Julie Andrews)…along with descriptions from the Lush website.
Ocean Salt Facial Scrub
Vodka margarita exfoliates and cleanses tired skin
Generous portions of fine and coarse sea salt line the rim of an enriching facial scrub to wash away everyday grime. Ocean Salt refreshes, nourishes, and tones, all while smelling deliciously of violet and lime. Butters of the avocado and coconut variety take the edge off, moisturizing and softening your face to reveal a brighter you. Try it on other parts of your body as well and take a trip to Margaritaville without the hangover.
CoalFace
Removes impurities and tones combination skin
Who would have thought charcoal and liquorice could get along? One is tough and gritty, the other sweet and syrupy. But charcoal and liquorice could just be the odd couple of skin care, teaming up to fight oily, troubled skin in our Coalface cleanser. Powdered charcoal removes impurities and mildly exfoliates while liquorice heals naturally. Sandalwood oil tones the skin (and mediates should charcoal and liquorice disagree about anything).
These ones are Gary’s faves…
Dream Cream
Light and herbal body cream miraculously restores sore skin
We take every natural ingredient aimed at transforming dry, bumpy and unhappy skin and combine them all into an epidermal elixir of excellence. This moisturizer helps you banish alligator elbows and impress that special someone with your baby-soft skin. Use a small dollop every night before bed and find your skin silky and comforted within days. This may look humble among LUSH’s other products but it’s truly the most gratifying.
He loves this on his cuticles.
Lemony Flutter
Softens stubbornly scaly skin wherever it may hide
If you have dry skin that would make an elephant shudder, then pick up a pot of lovely Lemony Flutter! This rich butter isn’t just for fingers, it’s for anywhere that dry skin lingers. Elbows, knees and heels feel royal when you butter them with mango, avocado and flaxseed oil. Wonder why you lived your life in the rough, when with Lemony Flutter you can strut your silky stuff.
My dad loves this shaving cream.
Prince Triple Orange Blossom
Exotic citrus shaving cream to leave skin soft and smooth
Prince is a ooey-gooey cream that smells like exotic citrus but is still tough enough for the guys. Linseed mucilage and moisturizing oils and butters protect your skin and form a smooth barrier between you and the razor, which means a closer shave with fewer nicks. Rose water and witch hazel soothe skin to keep you bump and burn-free. Slather it on warm, damp skin and shave, rinsing your razor frequently. Find yourself smooth and buttery soft.
Anything from this place would make a great gift…for any occasion really. If you have a big budget, you could find some awesome favors here.
