6/18/2014

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly

Remember the violet-coloured Fox's candy in blackcurrant flavor? I haven't bought candy in ages but that is totally what I can think of whenever I smell Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly! I was actually a bit apprehensive on trying this at first but knowing that I am crazy of anything Lush, I gave in!

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly
"If a bar of soap and a bottle of shower gel had a steamy affair, this would be the resulting jelly, baby." :D

Lush is fond of creating products that are on the quirky side and this is just one of them. So what exactly is a shower jelly? Much like its name suggests, it is a jello that you use in the shower to clean your hot body with! :) It is addicting to play with and poke on like what my little sister is always doing.

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly Wobbly

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly Instructions

You can use it directly as how one would normally use a soap. But this is so wobbly that I find it impossible to do that. You might just end up with the whole blob on the bathroom floor (eeek - just saying from experience!) ;) I learned that the best and practical way is by cutting chunks of it and then crushing them into your loofah. By doing this, I was able to lather it effectively and produce soft, fragrant bubbles.

I use two chunks of like a cm each for my whole body as I want my shower time to be very bubbly but you can cleanse even with just one.

The scent as I say smells akin to a blackcurrant candy, thanks to the cassis absolute in it. Other key ingredients included are cherry infusion which makes it fruity and luxurious; bergamot oil as it is cleansing and uplifting; cypress oil for its calming and toning properties and coconut infusion and seaweed extract helps make the skin feel soft and moisturized. There are glitters scattered throughout which will not cling to your skin, thankfully, but for me it gives that element of fun! Please do note that there are SLS and parabens in this product which might be disturbing to some. I am not that strict in that aspect so I don't mind.

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly Ingredients

Seeing that this is a rather unusual product, I guess not all will like this. Even my Mom is not a fan. Having the extra step of preparing and cutting chunks of the product beforehand might discourage those who just want a breezy, fast shower. However, I suggest you try it at least once, even just for the novelty of it! As for me, I will continue purchasing any shower jelly Lush will create. Right now, they only offer two scents - the other one being Whoosh shower jelly which has a refreshing lemongrass scent. I once had The Jilted Elf shower jelly which was part of their Christmas line two years ago.

Lush says to freeze it which makes it apt during summer months. What do you think of a chilly shower in this humid weather?

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly Date




Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly

Ingredients:
Glycerine , Water , Cherry Infusion (Prunus cerasus) , Sodium Laureth Sulfate , Coconut Infusion (Cocos nucifera) , Propylene Glycol , Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus) , Fragrance , Bergamot Oil (Citrus bergamia) , Cassis Absolute (Ribes nigrum) , Cypress Oil (Cupressus sempervirens) , *Limonene , *Linalool , Snowflake Lustre (Potassium Silicate & Titanium Dioxide) , FD&C Blue No. 1 , D&C Red No. 33 , Methylparaben , Propylparaben

Php 325 in 100g

Available in all Lush branches

4/25/2014

Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf I Love Ice Blended on April 28

Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf is once again doing a celebration on their Anniversary. This time it will all be about their Ice Blended drinks! Every Monday they will feature beverage/s which you can get for ₱100 only.

The first time I took a sip of their Caramel Ice Blended, I instantly became a fan! I guess it is what made me fall in love with CBTL.

Now you can enjoy your Mondays as it will never be the same again!

Featured Beverages on April 28

CBTL Featured Beverage April Week 4

You can choose between:

The Original Vanilla
Another classic version made from delicious coffee extract and French Deluxe™ vanilla powder and milk, blended with ice then topped with whipped cream.

The Ultimate Original Vanilla Ice Blended
Signature Vanilla Ice Blended with tasty bits of chocolate covered espresso beans.

A classic drink made from delicious coffee extract, French Deluxe™ Vanilla Powder and milk, blended perfectly to get that creamy drink you've all come to love. Both are best enjoyed when you choose to Go Extreme! Request for this add-on that's sure to give you twice the coffee flavor and twice the caffeine - for free!


#MondaysMadeBetter
#ILoveIceBlended

CBTL I Love Ice Blended Mechanics

4/19/2014

Cafe Mary Grace Grilled Vegetables on Focaccia

Cafe Mary Grace Grilled Vegetables on Focaccia

My family went to Cafe Mary Grace for lunch and I ordered this Grilled Vegetable sandwich just in time for the Lenten Season. This is one sacrifice I decided to do. I know it should not be considered a sacrifice (such a harsh word), but more of a healthy eating choice.

Grilled Vegetables on Focaccia

Cafe Mary Grace Grilled Vegetables on Focaccia
Fresh oyster mushrooms, eggplant and zucchinis marinated, grilled and served with lettuce on a generous slice of focaccia bread. ₱196

I love all the vegetables included so this was an easy choice for me. Added the fact that they were grilled, sarap! I also like that the vegetables were marinated with what seems like balsamic vinaigrette to me. Although I must say some taste slightly more acidic than the rest especially the mushroom. The focaccia bread was soft and pillowy.

The chips and garlic mayo dip on the side are refillable for ₱37.

Overall, this is one simple, savory grilled vegetable sandwich!


I also 'almost' made it to not check on my iPad for a week but Instagram is always intervening with my life. I have a fairly new account, by the way, @heyeffortless. Nothing spectacular there but please, please follow me. :)



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