Lush - handmade natural cosmetics

People fall in love with Lush cosmetics at first sight. The reason for this is the incredible textures and aromas. Already after the first procedures, we can talk about the effectiveness of the formulations. The manufacturer produces environmentally friendly cosmetics, you can find a product for any purpose (for hair, body, face), as well as decorative cosmetics and perfume.

The history of the brand began in the early 90s. Although the acquaintance of the creators of natural cosmetics happened even earlier. The authors of Lush are trichologist Mark Constantin and cosmetologist Liz Weier. This tandem worked for The Body Shop, which, after the specialists left, bought their formulas and forbade them to open their store for 5 years. This happened in 1990, so the first Lush store opened in 1995.

The name of the brand is translated as "freshness", "green". And this name fully reflects the concept of the brand. Lush is a cosmetics that is not tested on animals and also does not work with suppliers that do laboratory research using animals.

The company cares about the state of the environment, so the line includes even “naked”, that is, without packaging, products. Most branded product jars are recyclable. Moreover, if you turn in a certain number of jars to the company store, you can get a mini-version of the cream to choose from. Fresh handmade Lush cosmetics are always incredible fragrances on a natural basis.

Consider the most popular brand products. For convenience, we will group the funds by purpose.

The manufacturer produces an extensive collection of hair care products. The Jersey shampoo with sea salt and honey deserves attention.... The shampoo has a creamy, honey-yellowish consistency, in which grains of sea salt are clearly distinguishable. The aroma of the product is a pronounced smell of lemon and honey. Release form - a jar with a volume of 330 grams.

The product is pleasant to use, but not suitable for daily use. The manufacturer recommends washing your hair with this shampoo 1-2 times a week.... Sea salt provides a peeling effect, so with frequent use there is a risk of drying out the scalp.

The line also includes many solid shampoos that refresh the hair and scalp well, are easy to use and are economical in consumption.

The product has the consistency of a paste, and it is wrapped in a nori (seaweed) leaf. Algae is a kind of natural packaging, a preservative. It is not applied to the skin, but there is no need to discard the sheet.

Blondes in a series of natural cosmetics will find a purple shampoo that neutralizes yellowness and conquers with a breathtaking lavender scent. There are products for colored hair that are designed to keep the pigment in the hair and give it shine.

Clay face masks are worth highlighting. In the brand's lineup, you can find two similar composition names - Megamint Mask and Megamint SK Mask. The first has a harder texture. Masks are available in 125 ml jars, the shelf life of the product is 4 months.

Another popular Bath & Body Works Calming Clay Mask, which has an amazing floral scent and is characterized by a calming effect. The form of release - a tube of 113 g. The mask is suitable for dry, prone to peeling and irritation of the skin, applied in a thin layer and left for 15-20 minutes. If during this time a feeling of tightness of the skin appears, the manufacturer recommends to irrigate the mask layer with thermal water.

If we talk about compositions for the body, then this is a cream with a self-explanatory name "Love yourself"... This is a small (volume - 240 g) branded black jar with a fragrant content similar in consistency to cream. The product contains vanilla pods, almond oil, cocoa and other goodies for the skin. The composition of the product is easy to guess by its truly breathtaking aroma.

To cleanse the skin of the face from cosmetics, the manufacturer also offers many products. "Hot New" is a solid hydrophilic oil. It will appeal primarily to those who are looking for a makeup remover on the road. The solid composition is easy to transport, does not take up much space, and does not spill.

Outwardly, the tool is a solid "washer" with a face on it. Aroma and composition may vary. For example, there is a remedy with lavender "Before bedtime". All formulations are enriched with natural oils (thirst, peach, almond). Solid oil "works" only when it comes into contact with water, moreover, warm. When interacting with a cold "miracle" does not happen. Even 30C heat does not make the oil melt.

If you are looking for a light "wash", then you should pay attention to Lush Aqua Marina... Designed for combination skin - removes excessive greasy shine, tones, moisturizes.

The name of the product confirms its aroma - the composition smells like sea surf, salt. In a word, it takes you somewhere to the seaside.

Speaking of branded shower and bath products, natural soaps are worth mentioning first. The manufacturer pleases with a variety of shapes and designs. Various aromas are also distinguished depending on the composition.

Soaps based on fruit and berry juices are popular. To neutralize fruit acid, almond milk, oils and soothing herbal extracts are also added to the formulations.

Bath bombs can be used for the bath. It is worth noting their large size, so one bomb can be safely divided into 2, and sometimes into 4 parts (for example, a tool in the form of a bunny).

The bomb dissolves quickly in water, giving it a pleasant hue and filling the bath with aroma. Using these products is a great way to make your bathroom even more relaxing and enjoyable.

In the line of the manufacturer and beloved by many shower scrub Lush Magic Crystals Shower Scrub... The tool will be relevant for use in the summer. In a 300 ml jar - a soft creamy product with two types of mint and menthol in the composition.

Among the main ingredients is sea salt, which provides an exfoliating effect. The product has a purple consistency with distinguishable salt crystals and aromas of mint, rosemary and menthol. The product is soft in consistency, but does not spread over the body, but represents a melting soufflé.

Lush make-up products are represented by the following products:

• toning;
• makeup bases;
• shadows;
• ink;
• lipstick;
• eyebrow products.

The composition of cosmetics is natural, that is, it performs not only decorative, but also caring functions... For example, the limited Slap Stick foundation contains coconut oil, thirst, argan, chamomile extract. Only 14% of the composition is pigments. The product is well layered and shaded - the mask effect is excluded. The product is available without packaging (sold in a cardboard box), has an egg-shaped shape.

The fragrances from the brand are eau de parfum with good durability. Consider the Rentless roster as an example. At first, the scent sounds heavy, woody notes prevail, but over time it becomes lighter, "springy". Over time, the aroma opens up even more, sweet notes sound more distinctly in it. The aroma is oriental, suitable for winter, for the evening.

The perfume line also includes natural deodorants. For example, Lush The Greeench Deodorant Powder is a dry powder. Available in a 75 mg bottle. Has a faint and pleasant coniferous aroma. Suitable for people who do not suffer from excessive sweating. However, there is no need to place high hopes on this product if you are looking for a deodorant for the whole day, for sports, etc. For this the composition of the product should contain odor blockers, alcohols and other "chemicals" that are not provided for by the brand's policy.

More convenient to use (especially if you are looking for a vehicle on the road) can be called deodorant Lush T'eo Solid Deodorant. This is the same powder, but pressed into an oval (resembles soap). It has the scent of lemongrass and pine needles, absorbs quickly, but in general this deodorant cannot be called the best way to fight perspiration.

There are tools that are very popular.

• Jelly masks. The collection includes several types of jars for different skin types. They are incredibly pleasant to apply due to their texture. It is enough to apply a little product on dry skin (it resembles a gel) and grind it for 5-10 minutes. By this time, the mask will acquire the consistency of the most delicate soufflé.

• The color and aroma of the masks are also noteworthy. They always cause pleasant surprise sky blue mask "Don't look at me", which exfoliates, refreshes and tones the skin. Oatmeal mask has a sweetish banana aroma, softens and nourishes, relieves irritation.

• If we talk about the "leaders" of bathroom products, then one of them is bombs Lush Intergalactic Bath Bomb. This is a round rainbow colored bomb with the scent of cedar, grapefruit and mint. The bomb dissolves in water for a long time, while you can watch a real show - the agent hisses, colors the water with all the colors of the rainbow and fills the bath with sparkles and an incredible aroma. By the way, the scent remains on the skin and is felt in the bathroom itself for a couple of days after application.

• The brand's novelties are also striking.... Refusing from plastic, manufacturers offer shower gels, lotions and toners without packaging, in solid form. Moreover, the tool itself looks like bottles. Masks can be found in the form of candy-lollipops on wooden sticks, various "washes" for the face - in the form of washers.

Due to the natural composition, Lush products have a short shelf life. For care formulations this is 1-4 months, for solid formulations and decorative cosmetics - up to 14 months.

For products in jars, the manufacturer does not produce special application devices. It seems convenient to grab the mass directly from the container. However, for hygiene reasons, this cannot be done - it is recommended to use special wooden (disposable) or plastic spatulas.

Hard decorative cosmetics (for example, blush, foundation) are also recruited with the help of brushes. This also ensures a more even application of the cosmetics.

Many consumers are satisfied with various face masks with their appearance, aroma and consistency. However, if you believe the reviews, not all tools demonstrate effectiveness. According to professional reviews, the brand's cosmetics have good durability.

However, on the Internet you can find opposite reviews. Some users say that for a month of use it is impossible to use all the product from the jar. And since it has a short shelf life, you have to throw away the remaining funds.

There are also negative reviews for clay masks. Despite the fact that they are designed for a 4-month period of use, the mask begins to dry after about 1.5-2 months. It is already gaining unevenly, in lumps. There is information that from the first weeks after the opening of the product, an oily composition begins to stand out. Users do not understand how to relate to this and whether this is the norm.

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