Violet Box (July 2014)

I love how Violet Box always brings NEW and EXCITING products every month! Not only did I receive an amazing assortment of beauty products on my July Violet Box, but everything was housed in a new type of Violet Box! Instead of the usual matte black box with a magnetic flap closure, my Violet Box was white with a black pull out drawer and signature purple tab to pull it out! The new packaging is super cute and easily re-usable! Love it!!

Now on to the beauty products that were housed in my July edition of Violet Box! 

Skin & Co Truffle Therapy Serum (A$75/30ml, 5ml sample received) - The sound of truffles always intrigues me! This serum helps to combat wrinkles, fine lines and skin dehydration. I will surely get a good few uses out of this serum to alleviate my dry winter skin.

Sukin Skin Purifying Facial Mask (A$15/100ml, 2x8ml satchets received) - Sukin products are so lovely as they are a skin care company which focuses on natural ingredients. The Purifying Facial Mask is formulated with kaolin and bentonite and infused with aloe vera, rose hip and jojoba oils to purify the pores deep within and nourish the skin. I am looking forward to using this facial mask during the weekend!

KMS California Hair Play Molding Paste (A$40/150ml and A$33/100ml, 20ml sample received) - This Molding Paste smells absolutely beautiful! Smells fruity and delectable! I will definitely use this handy travel-sized tube when styling my hair!

LAQ&Co Sheer Lip Lube Pencil in the shade 'Stranger Danger' (A$20, full sized product received) - Lip products always lights up my eyes! The shade Stranger Danger is such a pretty fuchsia pink that would suit any attire and occasion!

Dr. Hauschka Lavander Sandalwood Calming Body Wash (A$26/200ml and A$6/10ml, 10ml tube received) - I haven't used Dr. Hauschka products before, so I was super excited to try their body wash. This body wash contains quince seed extract alongside some plant surfactants for a luxurious wash!

So Susan Flutter Mascara (A$32/4g, full sized product received) - I'm not so much of a mascara user, so this one will definitely be given to my bestie. I'm sure she will love it because I've enjoyed using other makeup products by So Susan in the past.

Beyonce Rise scented sachet - This was a cute little bonus that was included in my box. I've opened the sachet and left it in my wardrobe so that my clothes would smell fresh! The scent features apricots, Italian bergamot and iced basil sorbet.

I am super happy with the contents in my July Violet Box and very pleased to see a positive new change to the packaging. Violet Box is always consistent with the selection of hair, makeup and body care products which gives me the opportunity to explore a wide range of products in the beauty department! As always, I look forward to the next edition of Violet Box!

Violet Box beauty subscriptions cost A$22.95/month, A$68/3 months, A$137/6 months or A$250/year and you will receive a surprise Violet Box containing 5-6 beauty treats (full/sample size) at your door step every month. For more information on Violet Box, please click here.

Have you subscribed to Violet Box? 

Did you receive the same contents as I did?

xx Rose

 

Products were provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Violet Box and did not receive remuneration to post this product review. 

Sukin Body and Face Care Winter Essentials

Sukin is an Australian brand that offers a range of eco-friendly, natural and affordable skin, hair and body care products. Sukin utilises a myriad of natural and organic botanical extracts and essential oils to boost the vitality and luminosity of skin. All Sukin products are vegan & cruelty free, free from harsh chemicals such as Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS), Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), synthetic fragrances, animal derivatives, harsh detergents, propylene glycol, artificial colours, triethanolamine, mineral oils, EDTA or parabens, and the packaging (e.g. boxes, bottles and packets) of all products are recyclable. Sukin has such a strong focus on not only restoring the natural beauty of skin but also ensuring that the production of their products do not impact our environment. I've been a huge fan of Sukin for quite some time now and I'd always recommend their products to family and friends.

Winter is the season where skin tends to become dry and in need of moisture, hydration and essential oils to restore and improve skin structure. My combination/oily skin has started to become dryer than usual, so these Sukin products landed at my desk in good timing! Recently, I've been using a variety of Sukin face and body products and I am absolutely loving the gentle formulations and quality of these products. 

Today I will be reviewing the Sukin Cream Cleanser (A$9.95/125ml), Sukin Revitalising Facial Scrub (A$9.95/125ml), Sukin Purifying Body Scrub (A$12.95/200ml) and Sukin Hydrating Body Lotion (A$12.95/250ml, A$19.95/500ml).

The Sukin Cream Cleanser is one of the two formulations of cleansers in the range, the other being the Foaming Facial Cleanser that I reviewed a while ago here. The Cream Cleanser is a white opaque and light cream formula that is ideal for those who have dry and/or mature skin types. This cleanser would be a suitable cleanser for me to use during winter. The consistency of this Cream Cleanser is just about right for my liking (not too thick or runny) and it feels uber hydrating and nourishing once I gentle massage the Cream Cleanser in circular motions. The scent of the formula is quite lovely as it provides a subtle botanical aroma. The formula is infused with essential oils of Rose hip, Avocado and Wheat Germ to help nourish and hydrate the skin, while Aloe Vera, Burdock, Horsetail and Nettle assist to thoroughly cleanse and refresh the skin. My skin feels beautifully clean and revived without feeling tight nor dry. The formula is also gentle enough to remove residual impurities on the surface of my skin, leaving it feeling squeaky clean!

Sukin Revitalising Facial Scrub is a non-abrasive facial scrub that contains Bamboo extracts and ground Walnut Shells to refine and exfoliate the skin and Aloe Vera, Chamomile, Jojoba Oil, Rose Hip Oil and Sesame Oil to nourish the skin. Facial scrubs are a must in my skin care routine as my skin needs exfoliation to thoroughly deep cleanse those pesky pores and allow for smooth and clean skin. I've been using the Revitalising Facial Scrub every second day for a week and it really does help to nourish and vitalise my skin! My skin doesn't feel dry at all as the nourishing ingredients and essential oils help to lock in the moisture the skin needs. The consistency of the scrubs gives a very gentle amount of 'oomph' to scrub the skin without being too harsh. For those of you who prefer facial scrubs that are gentle to the skin, then this beauty is one for you to trial. I prefer using scrubs where I could literally feel the exfoliating action whilst gentle massaging the product, so I would need to use an alternative scrub to achieve that amount of force.

The Sukin Purifying Body Scrub is one of my favourite Sukin products that I reviewed previously here. I absolutely LOVE the sweet scent of this scrub as it reminds me of almond croissants! The creamy formula of this Purifying Body Scrub contains micro particles of Bamboo extracts and ground Walnut Shells and the creamy formula is infused with Aloe Vera, Chamomile, Jojoba Oil, Rose Hip Oil and Sesame Oil to nourish and hydrate the skin. The core ingredients are exactly the same as the Revitalising Facial Scrub, however, the consistency of this Purifying Body Scrub is more dense. I love how the consistency of this scrub is not too harsh nor gentle, it's just the perfect consistency to slough away dead skin cells to leave the skin feeling silky soft, smooth and smelling sweet after application! I love this scrub to bits!

Sukin Hydrating Body Lotion is a super nourishing lotion that is infused with the goodness of Aloe Vera, Nettle, Horsetail, Burdock to nourish the skin and Rose Hip, Avocado and Jojoba Oils to hydrate the skin. Sukin Hydrating Body Lotion helps to restore the skin's moisture balance and soothe dry parched skin. The scent is reminiscent of the sweet aroma of vanilla which lingers for a while after application. The consistency of this body lotion is very thin and absorbs quickly into the skin once applied. The body lotion leaves a nice matte finish without any greasy or sticky feel to the skin. My skin dries up so quickly during winter so I've been using this body lotion twice daily to maintain the moisture level of my body. I absolutely enjoyed using this body lotion, especially because it hydrates my skin so well and that it leaves a beautiful indulgent scent after application! 

Sukin formulations, clockwise from top left: Cream Cleanser, Revitalising Facial Scrub, Purifying Body Scrub and Hydrating Body Lotion.

Overall, the quality of Sukin face and body products are beautifully natural and phenomenal, being infused with lush botanical extracts and essential oils. My skin feels wonderful after using these products and it's fantastic that Sukin products are so affordable! Another characteristic of these Sukin products that I love is that the tubed products come with a foil seal, so they are guaranteed fresh upon the first application. I highly recommend their products for winter as that are definitely worth your while!

Sukin products are available at Priceline and selected pharmacies nationwide. For stockists, please click here.

Do you love using natural and organic based skin care products?Which Sukin products do you love best?

xx Rose

Products were provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Sukin and did not receive remuneration to post this product review. 

Sukin Purifying Body Scrub

Sukin products always deliver with positive results and the latest product by Sukin that has left a smile to my dial is the Purifying Body Scrub (A$21.9 /200ml). Sukin Purifying Body Scrub is sulphate and paraben free and is formulated with micro particles of bamboo extract and ground walnut shells to purify the skin and aloe vera, chamomile, rose hip, jojoba and sesame to hydrate the skin. I am amazed at the list of luxuriously hydrating ingredients formulated within this body scrub as the formula works magnificently to moisturise and hydrate dry areas of my body. I've been using this body scrub twice a week by just massaging a generous amount to damp skin and then finish off by rinsing with lukewarm water. I absolutely love the scent of this body scrub as it reminds me of almond filled croissants! The granules are relatively fine and they work well to slough away dry and rough skin, particularly around the elbows and knees. My skin feels beautifully polished and it does leave a subtle sweet scent after application! This body was so easy to apply to deliver beautifully smooth and soft looking skin!

Have you used Sukin body products in the past?

Which Sukin products do you love?

xx Rose

Product was provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Sukin and did not receive remuneration to post this product review. 

October/November Empties

Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel (reviewed here) - Sukin's new Sensitive skincare range launched recently and I adore the calming and soothing properties of this cleansing gel due to the concoction of Chamomile, Cucumber and Aloe Vera within the formula.

Sukin Facial Moisturiser (reviewed here) - I love organic-based skincare products as they are so gentle to my skin. Sukin Facial Moisturiser is a lightweight cream moisturier, however, my combination/oily skin type actually prefers gel-like moisturisers. So, I've been using this moisturiser to hydrate my neck and decolletage as the moisturiser contains nourishing ingredients such as Rosehip, Jojoba and Avocado oils.

Lee Stafford Poker Straight Flat Iron Protection Shine Mist - I love how the nozzle of this bottle provides a large mist to coat most of my hair in one spritz, however, the formula had a very strong chemical-like scent which I did not really enjoy.

L'Occitane's Ultra Rich Body Cream in Hibiscus Flower (reviewed here) - I LOVE how nourishing, moisturising and rich L'Occitane Shea Butter creams are! Ultra Rich Body Cream contains 25% of Shea Butter and the scent Hibiscus Flower was a limited edition scent from the Shea Africa Collection.

Savoir Faire Concealer Pack in Light (reviewed here) - I received this concealer in my December Bella Box (2011) and it was the first time I have used products from Savoir Faire. I loved the creamy concealer formula, however, the mattifying  powder in the bottom compartment of this nifty concealer kit did not set well after applying liquid foundation.

Burt's Bees Rejuvenating Lip Balm with Acai Berry - Burt's Bees lip products always enthralls me! The Rejuvenating Lip Balm with Acai Berry had a very pleasant and sweet scent and kept my lips hydrated during the day.

Bloom Mango Tango Natural Flavour Lip Balm (reviewed here) - I've been in a lip balm crazy these last few months and that's probably due to the dryness I've suffered during the winter season. Mango Tango, the Bloom lip balm, smells lovely just like the Boost Juice Mango Tango flavour smoothie!

Alpha-H Clear Skin Blemish Control Gel with Wild Oregano and Tea Tree (reviewed here) -  This blemish gel has lasted me for ages! I love the fresh Tea Tree scent of this blemish balm and especially love how effective this gel helped to heal and sooth minor pimples and blemishes popping up on my skin.

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence (reviewed here) - Facial Treatment Essence is one of my favourite SK-II products! It is a lovely addition to my daily skincare regime where I apply a few drops onto my skin my gentle patting motions. My skin seems to appear clear and healthy after using this for a couple of weeks. This trial sized sample lasted my about 4 weeks!

Have you finished any holy grail beauty products last month?

xx Rose  

 

Sukin Celebrates it's 5th Birthday!

This September, Australian natural skincare brand Sukin is celebrating their 5th birthday! To celebrate, Sukin has launched their popular Wellbeing Body Oil (A$19.95 /100ml) with the special symbol of the Marula tree, which is indigenous to southern Africa, on the packaging. Also, the Wellbeing Body Oil comes with a free Nourishing Lip Treatment (valued at A$7.95 /10ml).

Sukin Wellbeing Body Oil

Sukin Wellbeing Body Oil is 100% natural and consists of a delightful blend of botanical oils to help soothe the body and mind. The body oil consists of Rose hip and Marula seed oils to hydrate the skin and promote skin elasticity and radiance. The oil also consists of Soybean oil and Calendula flower extract to help soothe the skin leaving it soft and supple. The blend of natural oils and extracts smells luxurious and wonderful and really does help to soothe my tired and dehydrated skin at the end of a hard working day. 

Sukin Wellbeing Body Oil has many uses, with the additional pump attachment, massage the body oil directly onto the skin, add a few drops to a warm bath tub filled with water, apply a teeny tiny amount to your face and neck or even your hair to boost moisture to the ends. 

Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment

Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment is a lovely lip conditioner which consists of Jojoba oils, Calendula extract to heal dry and chapped lips. The formula also contains Shea butter and Cocoa to provide hydration to the lips. The tip of the tube has a slanted applicator for ease of use. I love this lip treatment as it is effective and keeps my lips moisturised during the day.

Have you used any Sukin products as of late?

xx Rose

Product was provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Sukin and did not receive remuneration to post this product review. 

August Empties

Lancôme Bi-Facil Eye Makeup Remover: This eye makeup remover rocks my world! It removes all traces of eye liner, shadow and mascara and it doesn't irritate my eyes. I received this as a gift and being 30ml, it lasted me quite awhile.

Maybelline Baby Lips (reviewed here): This lip balm smells berry-delicious! It's nice and small, so fits nicely in my jeans pocket. 

L'Oreal Base Magique Transforming Smoothing Primer: This primer comes in a jar which does seem un-hygienic, so you need to use a small plastic spatula to scoop out the product. The primer is relatively thick pastel pink coloured mousse-like formula, so using the warmth from my hands helps to absorb it through the skin. The formula gives a nice silicone feel to the skin and makes a great base for foundation. I'm not a fan of the thick texture, so I don't see myself re-purchasing.

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex: I thoroughly enjoyed using this serum as it contains Hyaluronic Acid and antioxidants which help to moisturise the skin and combat free radicals as a night treatment. It's so exxy, so maybe using up a sample of this wasn't such a great idea... well not so good for my purse!

Sukin Foaming Facial Cleanser (reviewed here): This gel cleanser is great for my combination/oily skin type as it feels soo gentle to my skin and cleanses my skin really well. It's non-drying and leaves my skin feeling smooth.

Sally Hansen Moisturising Foot Creme in Lavender: My skin inevitably becomes dry during winter, so this foot creme came in really handy to hydrate and condition my dry heels. The scent is lavender, my favourite scent, so that's another great bonus! 

Soap and Glory Flake Away: Soap and Glory products smell utterly divine! Flake Away is an amazing product which buffs my skin and leaves it feeling ultra smooth hydrated. Will definitely look into purchasing the full size!

ULittleBeauty Enriching Night Cream: I love all ULittleBeauty skincare and hair care products as they are nautral based products and smell wonderfully botanical. This night cream feels very hydrating on my skin and the texture is nice and lightweight.

Nivea Pure and Natural Hand Cream: I am a huge fan of nautral based products and this hand cream is one that I love! It contains bio Argan Oil which helps to nourish and hydrate my hands. During winter, this product was a necessity!

Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk (reviewed here): I love using dry shampoo and Klorane Dry Shampoo is an amazing product that's a must-have in my gym bag. It's great for travel and so quick and easy to use when my hair needs an instant refresher.

Have you used any of these products before? Which products have you finished recently?

xx Rose

NEW Sukin Sensitive Skin Care

Australian Organic Skincare Brand Sukin has recently launched their brand new Sukin Sensitive range which includes a Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Lotion ($9.95/125ml), Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel ($9.95/125ml) and Sukin Sensitive Facial Moisturiser ($9.95/125ml). I recently reviewed the Sukin Foaming Facial Cleanser, Hydrating Mist Toner and Facial Moisturiser from the original range here. I love the concept of Sukin skincare products as they are formulated using organic and natural based ingredients that my skin loves.

Sukin - 'Don't hide your sensitive side. When we think of sensitive skin, we think of delicate, vulnerable, unpredictable and sometimes downright tricky skin conditions.'

Sukin Sensitive skincare contains three core ingredients: Chamomile, Cucumber and Aloe Vera. Chamomile is an effective anti-inflammatory and has antibacterial and calming properties which helps to soothe skin which suffers from ezcema and dermatitis. Cucumber is also an excellent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ingredient which nourishes the skin with Vitamin C and antioxidants. Aloe Vera is a calming and intensely moisturising ingredient which relieves sore and irritated skin. 

Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel is suitable for combination skin types and provides a gentle and non-drying cleanse to remove excess oil and residue from the outside environment. In addition to Chamomile, Cucumber and Aloe Vera, Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel also contains Green Tea and Avocado Oil to purify and refresh the skin. The scent is nice and subtle and makes the gentle cleanse and soothing experience. The cleansing gel removed the majority of my makeup (except bold eye makeup of course! This job is to be left to my cleansing oils) with ease, leaving my skin feeling soft and smooth!

Sukin Sensitive Facial Moisturiser is a lightweight cream which instantly hydrates and calms my skin. The formula is a blend of the trio of core ingredients and Shea Butter to moisturise and soothe the skin. There is also a presence of Rosehip, Jojoba and Sesame Oils which rejuvenate and replenish the skin. I always apply a small amount to my face, neck and decolletage and gently massage it in. The moisturiser absorbs relatively quickly and leaves my skin looking matte and hydrated. 

My skin type is compatible with the Sukin Sensitive range and my skin loves Sukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel and Facial Moisturiser just as much as the original Sukin skincare range. I especially love the core ingredients of Chamomile, Cucumber and Aloe Vera and the outcome of these ingredients has shown that my skin feels well hydrated, smooth and importantly soothed and calm!

Have you tried any organic based skincare products? Which organic-based products do you love?

xx Rose

Products were provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Sukin Organics and did not receive remuneration to post this product review.  

Skincare Regime with Sukin

Sukin is an Australian organic natural skincare brand and their products are free from nasty skin irritants: sulphates and parabens. Sukin products are suitable for all skin types and they are formulated using a concoction of effective and natural ingredients such as rose hip oil and aloe vera. On a side note, Sukin products will not break your budget! The Sukin trio pictured above, Foaming Facial Cleanser, Hydrating Mist Toner and Facial Moisturiser, retail for a measly A$9.95 each. 

Most other skincare products I own are housed in either opaque and/or glass packaging and my problem with these types of packaging is being unable to determine exactly how much product still remains and being extra careful not to smash glass onto the floor. Sukin products are housed in a hard plastic amber bottle which allows me to see how much product is left. The amber bottle is a clever idea as it protects light sensitive ingredients whilst maintaining the natural composition of the product and prevent the product from deteriorating. You will notice the '6M' icon in the above photo, which implies the product expires after 6 months from opening. 

 Sukin Foaming Facial Cleanser is a transparent gel cleanser which has a lovely botanical scent. The cleanser is formulated with chamomile, aloe vera, witch hazel and green tea as well as macadamia and primrose oils to purify and balance the skin. The cleanser is housed in a very handy narrow pump. I always use a little less than one pump for each use. The cleanser is suitable for my combination/oily skin as it gently cleanses my skin without stripping the natural essential oils of my skin. I was surprised the gel cleanser didn't lather up to a foam as it is called a 'Foaming Facial Cleanser' after all. Through my experience, the gel only slightly foamed up but not to a great extent. My skin feels refreshingly cleansed, soft and smooth and the botanical scent disappears after rinsing. Sukin Foaming Facial Cleanser helps to maintain my skin keeping it free from breakouts and maintaining the skins natural appearance.

There are many great uses for toning mists and these include balancing the pH of the skin, setting foundation/makeup or even a pick-me-up refresher at the end of a hard working day. Sukin Hydrating Mist Toner contains rosewater and chamomile to soothe and tone the skin and is free from alcohol and parabens. The Sukin Hydrating Mist Toner is very refreshing and there was no obvious scent as all, despite the presence of rosewater. I very much prefer toners with a subtle rosewater scent, however, for those who dislike scented toners this may be the one for you. The mist was not as fine as all other mists I have used in the past. I was quite disappointed about this as no matter how close or far the bottle is held from my face, I always ended up with small droplets along the sides of my skin. Hence, I only sometimes use this mist after cleansing and prior to moisturising and just use the tips of my fingers to gently tap the droplets and allow it to settle onto my skin to give a boost in hydration and balance. Since the mist is not as fine as I expected it to be, I've have also been using the mist on the neck and body to cool the skin and give a little pink-me-up refresher. Heading towards the cooler season, I would find use in this toner to hydrate the skin between cleansing and moistursing. In essence, Sukin Hydrating Mist Toner is suitable to hydrate the face by gently tapping onto the droplets dispensed and also great to cool and soothe the neck and body.

Sukin Facial Moisturiser is an opaque white cream with a very thin consistency. The Facial Moisturiser is packaged in a bottle with a convenient pump top. I am an avid user of gel moisturisers as they effectively cool and soothe my combination/oily skin whilst leaving it feel soft and smooth. I was a little hesitant to use Sukin Facial Moisturiser as I realised it is cream based. However, after reading the fact that Sukin Facial Moisturiser is composed of aloe vera, horsetail, nettle and burdock was such super intrigued to see how these ingredients work on my skin. There is also a presence of rose hip oil, a skin healing ingredient, and wheat germ, jojoba and avocado oil to promote healthy skin renewal and minimise the signs of aging. There are are so many organic ingredients formulated within this cleanser and this is how Sukin Facial Moisturiser is so unique. The botanical scent is very similar to the Foaming Facial Cleanser and it disappears a little while after application. The thin consistency of the moisturiser made it very easy to evenly distribute across the skin and left a very thin trail which absorbed through the skin within about 30 seconds. My skin felts smooth and hydrated, however, my skin did feel a little uncomfortable and congested. It may be the fact that my skin does not tolerate the cream texture as my skin has adapted to gel moisturisers. As part of trialling this moisturiser, I only continued using Facial Moisturiser once each night to determine how effective the ingredients were to my skin. Ultimately, my skin appears healthy, clear and seemed to maintain this state during the time of using Facial Moisturiser. The ingredients of rose hip oil, jojoba and avocado oils and aloe vera are one of the many ingredients which helped to maintain my skin and keep breakouts at bay. Despite my skin felling a little congested, I am happy that this moisturiser did good to my skin! 

Do you strictly stand by organic and natural skincare products? Which skincare brands do you love?

xx Rose

Products were provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Sukin Organics and did not receive remuneration to post this product review.

Review: Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment

Sukin is an Australian Natural Skincare company which launched in 2007 and their motto is 'Skincare that doesn't cost the Earth'. 

If you say 'Sukin' repeatedly and very fast, you will hear yourself saying 'skin'!

Sukin produces a range of lovely skin, hair and body products which are all made in Australia. They are against testing on animals and their products do not contain animal derivatives.

I love the atmosphere Sukin brings about as I love using natural and chemical-free skincare products. Sukin products are free from sulphates, synthetic fragrances, petro-chemicals, harsh detergents, EDTA, artificial colours, mineral oils and parabens, just to name a few.

 Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment is a true stand out within my collection of lip balms. The scent is plesantly light and it smells very very familiar! I couldn't think of the product it smells similar to until a day later when I figured that it smells similar to Bloom's Aromatherapy Lip Balms! 

 Sukin Lip Treatment actually does have 'flavour' as it tastes just like vanilin or something really sweet. This sweet taste is really different though, I do have a sweet tooth afterall!

Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment is formulated with a number of lovely and natural ingredients such as Calendula (soothes sensitive skin), Sunflower seed oil (nurtures and conditions dry and damaged skin), Jojoba seed oil (provides suppleness and softness to skin), Shea (has hydrating properties) and Rosemary (a strong antioxidant).

This lip treatment is very hydrating and the ingredients within this formula makes it work so well to nourish and heal dry and damaged lips. It also helps to maintain the health of my lips, however, my only concern is this lip treatment has no SPF. The lip is prone to the damaging effects of harmful UV rays, so it is important to protect it using products containing SPF. Since this is a lip treatment, I would reccomend using this product when you're indoors (if you are concerned about the lip treatment containing no SPF) or even after an afternoon shower to heal dry and damaged lips.

The texture of this balm is relatively thick and this is one of the qualities of this balm I really like. The thick texture feels very nourishing and soothing to my lips and it leaves a beautiful glossy shine. The formula is only slightly sticky that it binds onto my lips and doesn't just wipe off. I actually like the level of stickiness because is stays on my lips. I just need to tie my hair up if it's going to be a windy day!

Besides from using this balm on bare lips, I actually love using this lip treatment over lipstick! You should definitely consider applying this over lipstick!! Not only does it add a glossy finish, but it also maintains the colour and lasting power of lipstick.

I love the slanted applicator of this lip treatment as the ease of application is essential. I don't like using the tip of my fingers to apply lip balm, so I'm really glad the packaging of this tube is very convenient.

I've been using this lip treatment almost everyday for about a week and I really love this! The tube contains 10mL of product which may not last long as I'm already addicted to this!

Sukin is available at stores in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore, you can view their stockists here.

For more information on their wide range of skincare products click here.

Have you used Sukin skincare products before?

Which products are you favourite?

Rose

Sukin Nourishing Lip Treatment was provided for consideration. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I  did not receive remuneration to post this product review.