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Shower and Body Care

We all know one of the best ways to unwind after a long day is a long, hot shower. Picking what soaps, scrubs, and moisturizers to scrub off the stresses of the day is a serious business; LUSH makes it fun and colorful! From jiggling jellies that cleanse, to self-preserving shower creams, to solid exfoliating bars, LUSH’s shower and body care has flipped the script on your run-of-the-mill shower gel!

Shower jellies are as hilarious to use as they are innovative in their design. Originally launched in 2005, shower jellies are just what they sound like: wobbly blobs of jelly-like soap that form an impossibly creamy lather when foamed up. The jiggle of this soap is derived from a polysaccharide known as carrageenan, which comes from seaweed. There are two ways to use the jellies in the shower: 1) wet the jelly and lather it up, like you would with a normal bar of soap, 2) pinch off a small piece of the jelly and lather it up using a loofah or washcloth. LUSH recommends the first approach officially on its website, but personal experience has proved the jelly to be extremely slippery when used in this manner. I prefer breaking off a few small pieces and agitating it in a loofah; it results in a luxuriously thick foam that leaves skin hydrated and soft to the touch. One of the longest-running scents in the Jelly Line at LUSH is an excellent way to introduce yourself to the joys of jiggly shower soap: Whoosh is a zesty citrus scent formulated to wake you up, all wrapped up in a delightfully fluorescent shade of blue. While the lemon, lime, grapefruit, and rosemary are refreshing enough on their own, a great tip for the summer months is to store your jelly in the freezer when you’re not using it!

Moisturizing your skin is important, but LUSH believes that it should not be limited to post-shower ritual. Enter Body Conditioner, a lotion you can use in the shower to seal in hydration. Body Conditioner is self-preserving, meaning it is low on the naturally-derived chemical additives scene in other LUSH products. Not only do they leave your skin feeling soft, Body Conditioners at LUSH smell fantastic and leave your body fragrantly scented. Ro’s Argan is a classic, bestselling Body Conditioner; invented by LUSH co-founder Rowena Bird, its name is a double entendre as it is full of Argan oil and scented with a floral vanilla rose. There are no less than 6 moisturizing agents in this formula: cocoa butter, shea butter, cupuacu butter, brazil nut oil, almond oil and, of course, almond oil. After washing and rinsing your body, dip into the recycled plastic pot of Ro’s Argan and smooth it all over your skin. Rinse clean and prepared to be amazed at how incredibly hydrated you are; you definitely don’t need to moisturize after the shower when using a Body Conditioner.

If you’re looking to combine moisture with a good scrub, LUSH has a solution for that! A Naked solution, no less! Body Butters operate under a similar heading as the above described Body Conditioners in that they, too, are in-shower moisturizers. But there are some key differences between the two. First, Body Conditioners are self-preserving, but the Body Butters have the added distinction of being packaging-free, or Naked. This means they are slightly better for the environment and are a good option for people looking to reduce their waste output. Let’s take a look at the Buffy Body Butter, one of the earliest LUSH products. Buffy is excellent for cellulite reduction as it’s full of exfoliating but hydrating ingredients such as ground rice, ground almonds, cocoa butter and shea butter that smooth out ‘rough bits.’ Buffy also has lavender oil for balancing your skin’s oil production and lemon oil to brighten and tone. After you’ve rinsed all the soap off your body, rub the Body Butter all over your body and massage the exfoliants into your skin before thoroughly rinsing off. You’ll find your skin brightened, smoothed, and so hydrated the water will bead off of your skin.

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mar.20 // (way too early) birthday shopping. am i tumblr enough yet :P also, can i count four (4) magazine files and a small cupboard as birthday gifts because i also went to ikea lol

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Working on a zero waste shower routine. This is where I’m at ATM, with a Lush shampoo bar, bar of soap, safety razor, and unfortunately Lush conditioner in a bottle (at least it’s vegan/cruelty free). I’ve been washing my hair with a shampoo bar for years, and love it. I’ve only been using the safety razor for a few months, but so far I find it amazing! Some day I will find a good conditioner that’s not in a bottle, but for now I love the Veganese from Lush. Maybe next time I will try a bar. If anyone has any recommendations, please send them my way!

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When you turn a typical lush bath into a glamour spell

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28.1.18

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galaxies in my bathtub

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intergalactic 💧🌌🛸

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LUSH’s Christmas collection this year!

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Golden Wonder birthday bath 🌿✨

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If you haven’t already heard, Lush (a cruelty free company that has mainly vegan products) recently released a bath melt (bath melts are full of luxurious oils that smell good and feel good, and also dye your bath pretty colors) that comes with a guide on how to be a good ally for transgender people, and as you can see in the picture, they donate towards trans rights as well!

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Bath Bomb Magick

Lush uses a lot of herbs that are imbued with magical qualities. Enjoy this masterpost on all their current bath bombs (not including jelly bombs or shaped bath bombs) and what properties they have to keep you feeling your witchiest:

Guardian of the Forest

Cypress Oil - This oil helps to strengthen the connection between the witch and the afterlife. It can help those who are grieving after the passing of a loved one and can also strengthen a witch’s connection to spirits. It is a good oil to use when grounding or trying to concentrate. 

Lime Oil - It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Rosewood Oil - Those wishing to form closer bonds with Mars, Venus, or the Moon would be wise to utilize rosewood. While it is known for sensuality and sexuality, rosewood also promotes the spirit and fire elements and can represent maturity and femininity.

Oakmoss Absolute - Oakmoss is used when the caster is in need of money, luck, or all-around good fortune. It can help the caster form a stronger bond to Jupiter or the earth element.

Intergalactic

Peppermint Oil - Peppermint can be used to cleanse the soul of bad energies. It is revitalizing and brings positivity to the life of the caster. It can help to maintain good health, mentally and physically. Use when showing interest in Pluto or Hecate.

Vetivert Oil - A potent aphrodisiac, vetivert is used mainly in the breaking of hexes and curses. Can also be used for protective purposes.

Cedarwood Oil - Cedarwood should be used when honoring male deities or Sun god(s). It is associated with longevity, protection, love, wisdom, and prosperity.

Cheer Up Buttercup

Lime Oil -  It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Lemon Myrtle Oil - Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits. Myrtle can be used when honoring Venus, Minerva, and Mars. It brings fertility and luck.

Neroli Oil - The same as Orange Blossom Oil. Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Sex Bomb

Clary Sage Oil - This oil should be used when a witch is in need of a clear head or wishes to divinate. It is said to be eye-opening and can lead to vivid lucid dreaming. The scent can be uplifting and euphoric.

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Ylang Ylang Oil - Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Twilight

Lavender Oil - Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Tonka Absolute - Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

The Experimenter

Vetivert Oil -  A potent aphrodisiac, vetivert is used mainly in the breaking of hexes and curses. Can also be used for protective purposes.

Tonka Absolute -  Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Vanilla Absolute - Lust, sensuality, and warmth are associated with Vanilla. It can be used to gain material objects but also in love potions, whether platonic or sexual.

Butterball

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Big Blue

Arame Seaweed - I could not find many sources on its magical properties, but seaweed can be used by Sea Witches in order to bond with the ocean and its creatures or as an offering.

Sea Salt - Salt absorbs negative and bad energies and can be used to protect the witch from harmful spirits or curses.

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Lavender Oil -  Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Dragon’s Egg

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Bergamot Oil - Bergamot is most often used when the caster is seeking success or financial luck. 

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Gardenia Extract - An oil that brings the wearer protection, love, and harmony.

Avobath

Lemongrass Oil - Used mostly in psychic rituals. Can aid and enhance psychic powers. Also common among rituals that involve Faerie magic. Will bring the caster spiritual confidence.

Bergamot Oil - Bergamot is most often used when the caster is seeking success or financial luck.

Rosewood Oil -  Those wishing to form closer bonds with Mars, Venus, or the Moon would be wise to utilize rosewood. While it is known for sensuality and sexuality, rosewood also promotes the spirit and fire elements and can represent maturity and femininity.

Sakura

Mimosa Absolute - Often used to enhance prophetic ability or in healing rituals. Can bring a witch visions, self-confidence, and spirituality.

Lemon Oil -  Lemon is known for balancing chakras and purification. It can steer you away from negative thoughts and habits.

Orange Blossom Absolute - Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Jasmine Absolute - Can be used when trying to form a bond with Diana or Vishnu. Also frequently used in Moon magic. Jasmine brings love and attraction.

Gardenia Extract - An oil that brings the wearer protection, love, and harmony.

Fizzbanger

Petitgrain Oil - Stimulates self-love and is strongly imbued with protective qualities. Use in spells or rituals for protection.

Cinnamon Leaf Oil - Use when attempting to meditate. It can be used for personal protection or in fire element rituals.

Ylang Ylang Oil -  Promotes attraction, love, lust, sensuality, and sexuality. It is primarily used when the caster is searching for a partner but can also be used in Faerie magic.

Oakmoss Extract -  Oakmoss is used when the caster is in need of money, luck, or all-around good fortune. It can help the caster form a stronger bond to Jupiter or the earth element.

Metamorphosis

Black Pepper Oil - Increases self-confidence and belief in personal values/independence. Prevents willful ignorance. Improves the wearer’s courage. Can be used in protection spells or elemental magic.

Cinnamon Leaf Oil - Use when attempting to meditate. It can be used for personal protection or in fire element rituals.

Myrrh Resinoid - Often seen as a highly religious oil, can be used in many religious rituals. Courage and protective spells. Used when attempting to connect with Isis and Re.

Pink

Vanilla Absolute - Lust, sensuality, and warmth are associated with Vanilla. It can be used to gain material objects but also in love potions, whether platonic or sexual.

Lavender Absolute - Calming but also sensual. Lavender aids in sleep but also promotes sensuality and is used in purifying and healing rituals.

Tonka Absolute - Tonka beans bring wealth and courage. The caster may choose to use Tonka absolute in rituals involving Venus or Jupiter.

Neroli Oil - The same as Orange Blossom Oil. Wear for sensuality and attention from lovers. Said to bring about marriage proposals.

Over and Over

Lime Oil -  It not only strengthens the skin but also promotes youthfulness and tranquility. Lime is said to purify and cleanse one’s physical energy. It brightens and rejuvenates the soul as well as the physical being.

Fennel Oil - Keeps evil at bay, used for strong protection spells.

Cypress Oil -  This oil helps to strengthen the connection between the witch and the afterlife. It can help those who are grieving after the passing of a loved one and can also strengthen a witch’s connection to spirits. It is a good oil to use when grounding or trying to concentrate.

Orris Oil - Used when conducting Moon Magic, especially when the caster wishes to reveal the meaning behind dreams. Can also be used in divination.

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