[ Review ] Natio Kids Squeaky Clean Hair and Body Wash

 

Product Description

Have a whale of a time in the water with this gentle top to tail cleanser! Formulated with nourishing plant extracts and naturally aromatic essential oils, the gently lathering hair and body cleanser washes away everyday dirt and debris to leave skin feeling clean, nourished and deeply moisturised. Softly fragranced bodywash for kids. Suitable for toddlers through to tweens.

How To Use :

Gently massage desired amount onto wet hair and body. Rinse off well.

I purchased Natio Kids Squeaky Clean Hair and Body Wash from BHG closing down sale earlier this year. I like gentle products and thought this might suit my body skin type with no plans to use it for the hair.

It smells calming and uplifting but the texture runs alittle thin with runny consistency hence the bottle runs out fast. It suds up easily, lathers well and left my body clean without any squeaky tightness. This is a nice option for those who prefer mild, fuss-free body care.

The key ingredients are....

Sweet Orange, Grapefruit, Lavender, Patchouli, Chamomile and Ylang Ylang.

Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid.

[ Review ] Sabon Green Rose Body Scrub

 

Product Description

Sabon Green Rose Body Scrub is a skin-renewing body scrub that offers a luxurious exfoliating experience, combining the power of natural Dead Sea salt granules with a nourishing blend of Vitamin E, Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, and Borage Oil. It gently buffs away dead skin cells and impurities, while deeply moisturizing and conditioning the skin.

How to Use

Recommended for use on clean, moist skin
Mix a little, take a handful, and massage thoroughly in circular motions; rinse well
Suitable for all skin types

I purchased a 60g of the Sabon Green Rose Body Scrub during a sale for a very good price as my previous experience with Sabon Patchouli Lavender Vanilla Body Scrub has been great. 

Housed in a charming glass jar with a metal cap and rustic brown paper detailing, the Sabon Green Rose Body Scrub makes a lovely first impression. The scent is uplifting yet calming—ideal for winding down after a long, hectic day and carving out a little me-time.

Free from parabens and mineral oils, this scrub is more than just pretty packaging. It effectively smoothens and softens the skin, leaving it silky, supple, and refreshed.

The Dead Sea salt granules offer a satisfying exfoliation that buffs away dead skin cells, though the texture may feel a bit too abrasive for sensitive skin types. Personally, I found the grains fine enough not to be an issue, but it’s something to keep in mind if your skin leans delicate.

All in all, it's a sensory, spa-like treat that delivers both results and relaxation.

SODIUM CHLORIDE ( DEAD SEA SALT) , ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, PARFUM, RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE METHOXY CINNAMATE, LAURETH-4, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE (OCTYL SALICYLATE), ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PHENYLPROPANOL, BENZOPHENONE 3, LIMONENE, CITRONELLOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, COUMARIN, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, EUTERPE OLERACEA FRUIT OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, BORAGO OFFICINALIS SEED OIL, CARAPA GUAIANENSIS SEED OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL

[ Review ] Natio Desert Lime + Salt Coffee Scrub

 

Product Description

Reveal softer, smoother skin with this energising scrub, enriched with the unique and potent goodness of native Australian plants. Natural Salt and Coffee granules delicately buff away dull surface skin and impurities; native Australian antioxidant super fruit Desert Lime brightens and protects for radiant skin.

I purchased Natio Desert Lime + Salt Coffee Scrub from BHG (Junction 8) Closing Down Sale recently. Natio products like Rosewater Drench Mineral Face Mist and Ageless Hydrating Mask didn't work particularly well for me previously but I still couldn't resist the chance to when my eyes laid upon a coffee body scrub. 

How To Use : 

Gently massage onto clean, damp skin. Rinse clean with warm water.

The salt coffee body scrub, packaged in a generous 300g sturdy jar makes scooping out the product convenient. 

However, my first impression left me slightly disappointed—the scrub felt very dry right from the top, and I assumed the texture would improve as I dug deeper. Unfortunately, the dryness was consistent throughout the jar, which made application less enjoyable.

Despite the dry texture, I went ahead and used it on my body twice a week after exercise, like a post-workout exfoliation. The scrub was definitely abrasive, but that also meant it effectively sloughed off dead skin, leaving my body feeling noticeably softer and smoother after rinsing.

As for the scent, while it’s marketed as a coffee scrub, the fragrance was extremely subtle—you’d have to bring your nose close to the jar to detect it, which may be a letdown for those who enjoy aromatic body care products.

If you're looking for a gritty, no-frills exfoliator, this might work for you—especially if you like a bit of intensity in your scrubs. But if you prefer a more hydrating, sensorial experience, this one might fall short.

The key ingredients are...

Desert Lime, Salt, Coffee, Olive, Sweet Almond, Shea Butter and Coconut.

Sodium Chloride (Salt), Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Powder, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Citrus Glauca (Desert Lime) Fruit Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Caprylic-Capric Triglyceride (Coconut).

Conclusion

To conclude, while  Natio Desert Lime + Salt Coffee Scrub delivers on its promise of smoother skin through effective exfoliation, the overly dry texture and barely-there fragrance may not appeal to everyone—especially those who prefer a more luxurious or hydrating scrub experience. It’s a decent option if you’re after a budget-friendly, hard-working exfoliator, but I’d recommend using it gently and following up with a nourishing body lotion to replenish moisture. If scent and texture matter to your routine, you may want to explore other options.

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[ Review ] OC Naturals Berry Bliss Kids 3 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo & Body Wash

 

Product Description

OC Naturals 3-in-1 Berry Bliss Conditioning Shampoo and Body Wash will have your little ones wanting bath time! The natural, plant-based, gentle shampoo, conditioner and body wash all-in-one is enriched with vitamin E, pro-vitamin B5, raspberry extract and wheat germ oil, and with a gentle, blissfully sweet fragrant formula, it makes it the total cleansing and moisturising package

I purchased OC Naturals Berry Bliss Kids 3 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo & Body Wash sometime back, after falling in love with their body washes. Their body washes worked very well for me, but not the shampoos. 

This is formulated for children and can be used as a body wash, shampoo and conditioner. I purchased it, thinking it will be gentle for my sensitive skin and scalp.

Packaging, Scent and Texture

OC Naturals Berry Bliss Kids 3 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo & Body Wash is a 400ml sized bottle with a flick top cap. The cap does not function well and cannot be closed fully, causing leakage at times. It has an artificial berry fragrance that may delight children but probably not discerning adults. 

How To Use :

Apply to wet hair, form a gentle lather then rinse. Apply to a moist puff or wash cloth & gently lather all over body then rinse.

Performance and Ingredients

I used OC Naturals Berry Bliss Kids 3 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo & Body Wash as a shampoo initially, but it was drying, causing my hair to be straw-like with horrible hair fall that I had to stop after 3 uses. 

As a body wash, the gel-like contents felt slightly sticky although it lathers and cleanses well. Not an ideal body wash, shampoo or conditioner and definitely not a repurchase. 

I realized it costs 3 times more in Singapore, as compared to buying in Australia, while researching for this post. What a disappointing and expensive purchase!

Water, Coco-Glucoside*, Sodium Coco-Sulfate*, Glycerin*, Lauryl Lactyl Lactate*, Glyceryl Oleate*, Polyquaternium-10*, Fragrance, Triticum, Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Citric Acid*, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate*.

*Plant derived.

Conclusion

OC Naturals Berry Bliss Kids 3-in-1 Conditioning Shampoo & Body Wash may come in a fun, fruity scent that appeals to children, but unfortunately, it didn’t live up to expectations. As a shampoo, it left my hair dry and brittle with noticeable hair fall after just a few uses. While it performs decently as a body wash in terms of lather, the slightly sticky texture and poor packaging—especially the faulty cap that leaks—add to the overall disappointment.

To make matters worse, I later discovered it’s priced nearly three times higher in Singapore compared to Australia, making it a costly and underwhelming purchase. Between the drying formula, ineffective 3-in-1 functionality, and inconvenient packaging, this is one I won’t be repurchasing.

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[ Review ] Brooklyn Botany Arabica Coffee Body Scrub

 

Product Description

No one will ever know what went down last night. Give yourself a full body caffeine boost to wake up, firm up, and keep those late night shenanigans all to yourself. Your skin will never spill your secrets...well, just the good kind. May be used for face and body.

What coffee can do for your skin:

- Caffeine has the ability to naturally restrict the blood vessels responsible for causing swelling and inflammation.

- Coffee’s high antioxidant properties help fight signs of skin fatigue and aging.

- Combined with nourishing Shea Butter, Olive Oil, Almond Oil, Dead Sea Salt, and Grapeseed Oil, our Arabica Coffee Scrub contains coffee grounds that work as an exfoliant to remove all that dead skin to reveal your new glowing, healthy skin.  

I love coffee body scrubs and Brooklyn Botany Arabica Coffee Body Scrub is my latest one!

[ Review ] Pine & Co Body Wash

 

Product Description

Pine & Co Body Wash is a plant-based and cruelty-free body wash that effectively cleanses, reinforces your skin's natural moisturising factor, eliminates germs, and nourishes your skin.

Benefits :

- Gentle to wounds and sensitive areas

- Improved skin hydration for up to 24 hours

- Reinforces skin's natural moisture barrier

- Natural and plant-based antibacterial ingredients

- Calms and soothes the skin

In 2018, the idea for Pine & Co was born out of a deep appreciation for idyllic living, a strong passion for all-natural products, and a desire to bring artistic creativity to body care. The official founding, however, did not occur until 2020 when the founder's search for a suitable body wash for his newborn daughter sparked the creation of a nourishing and germ-eliminating product that was also gentle on delicate skin. With the help of a trusted friend who is a cosmetic scientist, the partners brought Pine & Co to life.

The products are formulated in Singapore and bottled in Malaysia.

A keen supporter in local brands, I purchased Summer, Autumn, Elizabeth and Spring body washes from Shopee Singapore. The brand later reached out to me, upon reading my Instagram empties post that the body washes were drying for me and offered to send their Tacet Hair and Body Wash meant for sensitive skin. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Pine & Co Body Wash is free from paraben, silicone, alcohol, triclosan, and colourant. 

All ingredients including surfactants used are 100% plant-based, gentler, and safer alternatives.

Tacet Hair & Body Wash is a tear-free prebiotic formulation that is vitamin-rich, unscented and free from fragrance, paraben, silicone, alcohol, phenoxyethanol and triclosan.

Both types come in a 500ml clear soft plastic bottle with a pump dispenser which appeared to be the same for the 4 different variants I purchased as well as the gifted unscented version. 

Pine & Co Summer Body Wash, Pine & Co Autumn Body Wash and Pine & Co Spring Body Wash are from their Season body wash collection, and infused with black oats, olive extract, and soothing chamomile. Pine & Co Elizabeth Body Wash is from the Idylls body wash collection and infused with black oats, olive extract, soothing chamomile, pomegranate extract and lactic acid. 

The Summer Body Wash has a sweet, zesty and soothing fragrance, with a gel texture and the aroma is composed from a delightful fusion of sweet mandarin oranges and vibrant citrus flowers which breathes new life into your shower routine, while the calming essence of chamomile and nourishing touch of olive extract gently soothe your skin.

The Autumn Body Wash has a warm, woody and gentle aroma infused with Sandalwood and Cedar. It has a subtle powdery fragrance which isn't something I like. 

The Spring Body Wash has a Bergamot, Lotus, Lily and Patchouli subtle aroma which I enjoyed using every morning, for a calming perk-me-up. 

Elizabeth Body Wash has a refreshing Jasmine and Vanilla scent which I enjoyed using at the end of a work day, to lather all the worries away. 

Tacet Hair & Body Wash is unscented and has no fragrance as it is created for children and individuals with troubled skin. 

How To Use :

Rinse your body before lathering and wash off while avoiding unnecessary scrubbing. 

Performance and Ingredients

Pine & Co Body Wash is said to protect you from harmful germs while providing best hydration and nourishment benefits to your skin as it uses effective plant-based and non-toxic antibacterial ingredients that does not damage your skin.

With a gel texture, Pine & Co Summer Body Wash lathered well but was slightly drying since Day 1, so it isn't the perfect fit for me. Similarly, Pine & Co Autumn, Spring Body Wash and Elizabeth Body Wash were also drying since Day 1. 

The fragrance is pretty high up in the ingredient list so take note if you are sensitive to fragrance. 

Tacet Hair & Body Wash contains Portulaca Oleracea extract, Olive extract and Chamomile extract and is not drying on my skin which is much appreciated. 

Where To Buy : Shopee

Conclusion

To conclude, Pine & Co Summer Body Wash has a sweet, zesty and soothing fragrance, with a gel texture that lathers well but has been drying since Day 1. The Autumn Body Wash has a powdery fragrance which I do not like, however I enjoyed using Spring Body Wash for its gentle and uplifting fragrance and Elizabeth Body Wash for its refreshing fragrance. They had a similar gel texture that lathers well but are also drying since the day I started using it. 

Tacet Hair & Body Wash is unscented and has no fragrance with a similar gel texture that lathers well like the regular ones but is never drying. 

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[ Review ] Palmer Cocoa Body Scrub

 

Product Description

Reveal younger looking skin with Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Cocoa Body Scrub. This unique formula contains pure Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter, Vitamin E and natural exfoliating ingredients that moisturize, refine and polish skin.

Benefits :

- Exfoliate and polish skin with crushed Cocoa Beans 

- Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter and Vitamin E hydrate for softer, smoother skin

Founded more than 180 years ago as one of America’s first skin care companies, Palmer's crafts products that are trusted and passed down from generation to generation.

At Palmer's, natural is beautiful which is why they continually strive to use natural, raw ingredients in their products. They are committed to delivering high quality, high performing products while choosing fair trade and organic ingredients whenever possible. With Palmer's products, one can feel good about what you put on your hair and skin.

After using up my last body scrub, it was time to look around for a new body scrub and I chanced upon Palmer Cocoa Body Scrub on Iherb.

Housed in a 200g clear tub, this is a creamy and gentle body scrub with a hint of cocoa scent and is never abrasive on the body. It provides a gentle exfoliation for a smoother and softer skin. 

How To Use : 

1) Apply the body scrub to wet skin in circular motions. 

2) Rinse off with water. 

3) Use 2-3 times a week for best results.

The key ingredients are....

Cocoa Butter: a rich natural moisturizer that leaves skin soft and silky, transforming even the roughest, driest areas into buttery soft skin.

Vitamin E: a powerful antioxidant that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and imperfections on the skin, giving a more even and toned appearance.

Shea Butter: deeply moisturizes and soothes dry skin while acting as a moisture barrier to keep skin hydrated

Crushed Cocoa Beans: exfoliates and polishes to reveal softer, smoother skin

Water, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, glycine soja (soybean) oil, theobroma cacao (cocoa) extract, sorbitan sesquioleate, juglans regia (walnut) shell powder, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, cocamidopropyl betaine, cetearyl alcohol, fragrance, stearyl alcohol, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed powder, tocopheryl acetate, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium chloride, triethanolamine, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, geraniol. 

Where To Buy : Iherb | Amazon | Shopee SG

Conclusion

To conclude, Palmer Cocoa Body Scrub is a creamy and gentle cocoa body scrub which is never abrasive on the body yet left my skin slightly smoother and softer. It is perfect for those with sensitive skin but may not be the one for those who prefer a more abrasive type of body scrub. 

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[ Review ] Everyday Humans Oh My Bod! SPF50 Sunscreen Lotion

 

Product Description

Everyday Humans Oh My Bod! SPF50 Sunscreen Lotion is an everyday lightweight body lotion that nourishes and protects with SPF50 and is protective enough for outdoor activities and beach days, with zero white cast or goopy feel.

This 100% invisible face & body SPF50 lotion defends against UVA/UVB rays and is perfect for outdoors and sports, being sweat- and water-resistant up to 80 minutes. It deeply hydrates and nourishes with Hyaluronic Acid. It is packed with plant-powered antioxidants Cucumber and Green Tea and this green juice calms, detoxifies and moisturises the skin, making it perfect for after-sun recovery. 

Setting out to create a range of pro-planet SPF, Everyday Humans have created a must-have range for the modern skincare lover. Their 100% reef-safe SPFs are designed to protect your skin 365 days a year with skin-loving, lightweight formulas that effectively protect you against the elements. Climate neutral, plastic neutral and 1% for the Planet members, they set a new standard in the world of SPF.

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Everyday Humans Oh My Bod! SPF50 Sunscreen Lotion comes in both 30ml and 100ml sizes and I purchased mine in the 30ml travel size. The orange coloured tube provides a fun vibe.

It has a lightweight lotion texture with a subtle sunscreen scent.

[ Review ] Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub

 

Product Description

Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub harnesses the power of Coconut Milk, known for its natural antibacterial properties that cleanse oily and acne-prone skin without clogging pores. The rich, natural fatty acids in Coconut Milk also help soothe dry, irritated skin and remove harmful bacteria, making it ideal for achieving a balanced skin.

But this scrub is more than just hydrating; it’s a gentle yet effective exfoliator. The all-natural exfoliating salt scrub buffs away dead skin cells, revealing fresh, healthier, and younger-looking skin beneath. It’s perfect for soft, smooth feet, leaving your entire body feeling rejuvenated.

After emptying EO French Lavender Body Polish followed by Giovanni HOT CHOCOLATE™ Sugar Scrub and Watsons Organic Coffee Sugar Body Scrub, it is time to check out new body scrubs and Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub comes to mind, while shopping on Iherb ( Use OKI787 for a further 5% discount off your order )

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub is a 283g tub filled with coconut milk body scrub goodness. With sea salt as a the key ingredient, it is white in colour with a whiff of coconut oil mixed with other fragrance. 

How To Use : 

1) Apply a layer of the scrub to damp skin in a circular scrubbing motion. 

2) If desired, use a body brush to increase the scrubbing effects and to increase stimulation

3) Rinse off completely, then apply moisturizer. Can be used on face and body. 

Performance and Ingredients

HYDRATING & MOISTURIZING COCONUT MILK- Coconut Milk is great for your skin. The natural antibacterial act as a cleanser for oily and acne-prone skin. Coconut Milk is perfect for oily skin as it does not clog pores. The natural fatty acids help treat dry and irritated skin and remove harmful bacteria.

EXFOLIATING SALT SCRUB: This all-natural body scrub and foot scrub gently exfoliates the skin, and removes dead skin cells which promotes fresh, healthier, and younger-looking skin. Perfect for use as a foot scrub for soft, smooth feet.

COCONUT MILK ANTI CELLULITE SCRUB: Coconut Milk helps relieve dryness and flaking, which may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots. It can also reduce inflammation caused by sunburnt skin.

SPIDER VEINS TREATMENT & STRETCH MARKS: If you have broken capillaries, commonly known as spider veins, then this scrub will be your new best friend. Help treat stubborn stretch marks, with the Vitamin E rich Grapeseed Oil present in this scrub.

Made in USA, Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub is Non-GMO and free from Chemical, Gluten, Parabens and Alcohol.

Despite the name "coconut milk", don't expect dead sea salt being soaked in coconut milk, they are moist dead sea salt ( with coconut milk ) to provide just enough exfoliation without being too dry and coarse for the skin. They might be too harsh for my face, so I am just using it for the body.

The body scrub made my body felt soft, clean and smooth and there's isn't an additional layer of film on skin unlike some other body scrubs. 

The key ingredients are....

Dead Sea Salt : Reduces inflammation and may help with acne and blemishes

Jojoba Oil : Deeply hydrates skin and improves inflammation on skin

Sodium chloride (sea salt), glycerin, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, avena sativa (oat) kernel extract, arnica montana flower extract, cocos nucifera extract, tocopherol (vitamin E), helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, fragrance

Where To Purchase : Iherb | Amazon

Conclusion

To conclude, Brooklyn Botany Coconut Milk Body Scrub provided just enough exfoliating action for soft, clean and smooth body. 

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[ Review ] ISDIN Transparent Spray Wet Skin SPF 50 PA+++

 

Product Description

ISDIN Transparent Spray Wet Skin SPF 50 PA+++ is an invisible and light sunscreen for wet skin. Also a body photoprotector in transparent spray, fresh and quick drying. Dermatologically Tested. Not comedogenic, Oil-free, Hypoallergenic, formulated to minimize risk of allergy.

Benefits : 

GINGER CELL PROTECT

Improved formula with Ginger Cell Protect, a 100% natural ginger extract that, thanks to its high antioxidant content, offers cellular protection against oxidative damage.

WET SKIN

The Wet Skin technology allows its absorption on both wet and dry skin without leaving a white residue and maintaining the protection factor.

ISDIN was founded 40 years ago: to respond to the needs of your skin and your mucosa. For ISDIN, constant collaboration with healthcare professionals and the scientific community is absolutely vital. Presenting their Medical Advisory Board (MAB), an internationally renowned team of professionals with differing experience that provide criteria for decision-making and new product development. The MAB enables us to grow, to continue leading the Spanish market and to be an international benchmark in skin treatment.

I came across some good reviews on their regular sunscreen on Instagram but it didn't work out for me when I managed to get a sample sachet of it. However, I decided to give their sunscreen spray a chance and purchased it in Guardian, when there was a sale. 

Finding the perfect sunscreen can be a challenge, and the ISDIN Transparent Spray Wet Skin promises convenience and effective sun protection. However, my experience with this product revealed some noteworthy concerns.

[ Review ] EO Orange Blossom & Vanilla Shower Gel

 

Product Description

EO Orange Blossom & Vanilla Shower Gel uses gentle coconut cleansers and organic botanical extracts for an energizing cleansing routine that won’t dry out your skin. The combination of citrus pure essential oils and sweet vanilla essence will elevate your shower experience. 

I love the soothing scents of essential oils and has been a big fan of EO ( which stands for Essential Oils ) on Iherb. So far, I have tried out several of their products namely, EO French Lavender Body Polish, EO French Lavender Shower Gel, EO Eucalyptus and Arnica soothing Bubble Bath and EO Time Out Shower Gel.

EO is a family-owned certified B-corp. Products are cruelty-free, vegan and contain no synthetic fragrances or harmful chemicals. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

EO Orange Blossom Vanilla Shower Gel combines the joyful appeal of clementine and orange pure essential oils, alongside floral neroli and creamy vanilla essence. You’ll feel like you’re reliving a favorite summer memory with one deep breath.

At 473ml, the shower gel dispenses easily via the pump dispenser. It has a gel texture and lathers beautifully. 

How To Use :

Generously apply to hands, lather up, and breathe in. Rinse and smile.

Performance and Ingredients

Give your skin something to believe in. The soothing touch of our organic herbal blend of aloe vera, calendula, chamomile, and white tea extracts works to calm the skin with the gentle touch of coconut cleansers. Fig and hop extracts serve as a comforting complex to deeply moisturize the body.

While I enjoyed most EO Shower Gels, but unfortunately, EO Orange Blossom & Vanilla Shower Gel was slightly drying for me since first use so I probably will not repurchase it. It smells great, lathers beautifully and I looked forward to using it in the morning for its uplifting Orange Blossom Vanilla scent.

Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Coco Sulfate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Replenishing Complex [Carica Papaya (Papaya) Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract], EO® Essential Oil Blend [Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Leaf Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Elettaria Cardamomum Miniscula Seed Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Clementine) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil], Panthenol, Allantoin, EO® Organic Herbal Blend [Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Organic Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Organic Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Organic Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract], Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Vanillin, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Levulinate

Where To Purchase : Amazon | Iherb

Conclusion

To conclude, EO Orange Blossom & Vanilla Shower Gel smells great, lathers beautifully and I looked forward to using it in the morning for its uplifting Orange Blossom Vanilla scent, but unfortunately was slightly drying for me since first use so I probably will not repurchase it.

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[ Review ] Eco Love Carrot, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Shower Gel

 

Product Description

Eco Love Carrot, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Shower Gel is made with organic orange vegetable extracts from carrots, pumpkins & sweet potatoes and enriched with Dead Sea water.

Always on the search for new shower gels, I was intrigued enough by the interesting ingredients in Eco Love Carrot, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Shower Gel to purchase it on Iherb. I didn't quite like my previous shower gel - Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel so I was hoping that this will fare better, unfortunately, it isn't. 

Hailing from USA, Eco Love worked on a minimum of 95% ingredients from natural sources, with a minimum of 30% certified organic ingredients, and is fully vegan. 

Their products are made of organic vegetable extracts which are free of harmful chemicals, as well as 

Dead Sea Salt and Dead Sea Water which are rich in 26 minerals. The organic aloe vera has a soothing effect while organic olive oil worked great as an antioxidant lubricant and cleanser. Shea Butter has  moisturizing and softening properties.

The 500ml bottle size was a good body wash size and the illustrations on the bottle were uplifting and joyful. I enjoyed the light scent as well as the light suds however, it was drying since Day 1 so it wasn't the perfect fit for me. 

Where To Purchase : Iherb

Water, sodium coceth sulfate (coconut source), aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, cocamidopropyl betaine, phenoxyethanol, maris sal (dead sea salt), fragrance, maris aqua (dead sea water), sodium benzoate, glycerin (vegetable origin)*, carrot (daucus carota) juice*, camellia sinensis (green tea) extract*, triethylene glycol, argania spinosa kernel (aragan marrocan oil) oil*, cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) fruit extract*, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil*, ipomoea batatas (sweet potato root) extract*, citric acid, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter)*, persea gratissima (avocado) oil*, anthemis nobilis (chamomile) extract*, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract, tocopheryl acetate (vit.E)

[ Review ] EO French Lavender Body Polish

 

Product Description

Reveal new radiance. Our French Lavender Body Polish is a rich and creamy exfoliator that elevates your self-care ritual. The lavender pure essential oil creates a sense of tranquility while fruit-based enzymes and blueberry seed powder gently polish away dull skin cells. Skin is left feeling velvety-smooth, nourished and radiant thanks to moisturizing plant-based oils and butters.

EO ( which stands for Essential Oils ) is one of my favourite brands from Iherb and I have tried out several of their shower gels namely, EO French Lavender Shower Gel, EO Eucalyptus and Arnica soothing Bubble Bath and EO Time Out Shower Gel.

Made in USA, EO products use safe, natural, organic and sustainably-farmed ingredients 

After using up 2 tubs of Fizzy Fern Espresso Body Scrub, it is time to look out for another body scrub, and EO French Lavender Body Polish caught my attention. Unfortunately, it is no longer available on Iherb. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

EO French Lavender Body Polish is a 177ml tube product. It has a lovely and soothing french lavender scent which I adore and the creamy exfoliator is never abrasive on skin.

How To Use : 

1) Gently massage onto body in the shower

2) Leave on for 1-2 minutes as you inhale the aroma of pure essential oils. 

3) Rinse thoroughly. 

Tip : Use 3x per week for optimal results. 

Performance and Ingredients

This luxurious cream exfoliator gently polishes away dull, dry skin with skin-refining blueberry seed powder and exfoliating pineapple enzymes. Coconut oil and mango seed butter lock in moisture, revealing velvety smooth, nourished skin that is soft to the touch and radiant. 

I enjoyed using EO French Lavender Body Polish with its soothing lavender scent and non-abrasive creamy contents that left my body soft and smooth, however strangely, when contents are nearing to the end, I noticed ants milling around the cap. The product was placed in my bathroom then. 

Purified Water, PhytelephasAequatorialis Seed Powder, Glycerin, Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil,Organic Olive (Olea Europaea) Fruit Oil, Papain, Bromelain, Maltodextrin,Cetearyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, VaccinniumAngustifolium (Blueberry) Seed Powder, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, CetylEsters, EO®Essential Oil Blend [Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil,Lavandula Hybrida Oil], Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Tocopherol, EO Organic Herbal Blend [Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, OrganicChamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Organic Calendula OfficinalisFlower Extract, Organic Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract], Glyceryl Caprylate, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Levulinate

Conclusion

To conclude, EO French Lavender Body Polish is one of my favourite body exfoliator with a great lavender scent, non-abrasive creamy contents that left my skin soft and smooth. 

This product is featured in my Top 20 Beauty Empties I Loved in 2023.

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[ Review ] Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel

 

Product Description

Its a real pleasure to feel water running over your skin after a hard day with this shower gel based on hibiscus, Koreas iconic flower, for a deep feeling of relaxation. Its fragrance reveals aromas of exhilarating freesia, orchid and pink cedar. The skin also takes full advantage through replenishing and relaxing hibiscus and antioxidant Lumiphenols, Jowas patented* signature active ingredient.

I purchased several Jowae products from Robinsons late last year and emptied Jowae Soothing Cleansing Milk and Jowae Stimulating Moisturizing Shower Gel so far. 

Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel is my second shower gel from the brand.

Packaging, Scent and Texture 

Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel is a 400ml product housed in a plastic tall bottle with a flick top cap. Its perfume, with notes of relaxing hibiscus, leaves the skin delicately scented. The gel texture is clear in colour. 

How To Use :

1) Rinse the skin with water. Apply the product while performing gentle circular movements. 

2) Continue until emulsified. Apply morning and evening.

Performance and Ingredients

Jowaé revitalizing moisturizing shower gel bamboo is a bath care that gently cleanses while respecting the skin’s balance. Thanks to its physiological pH formula and its washing base of natural biodegradable origin, it is suitable for all skin types. Including the most sensitive skin.

Formulated with antioxidant Lumiphenols and Bamboo water, this shower gel contains 95% components of natural origin.

Light and gentle, Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel suds up easily and lathers well, unfortunately, after using 1/4 of the contents, it started to get drying on skin. 

Similarly to Jowae Stimulating Moisturizing Shower Gel, the gel texture seemed to glide on the surface of skin and doesn't provide a good showering experience. While it left skin soft and smooth, the drying effect isn't what I am looking for, in a shower gel. 

The key ingredients are ....

Lumiphenols : Thanks to its antioxidant content, it helps the skin to rebalance itself while protecting it against daily aggressions.

Bamboo water : As the premium ingredient in this formula,  it is rich in essential vitamins and amino acids with highly moisturizing benefits. In this sense, this active will perform a moisturizing, emollient, and even regenerating action.  

Glycerin : Moisturizing, provides protection and softness to the skin while preserving its elasticity.

Conclusion

To conclude, Jowae Revitalizing Moisturizing Shower Gel isn't the best fit for me, as it is drying even though it lathers and foams well. I also didn't like how it appears to glide over the body rather than doing a thorough cleansing job, hence it won't be a repurchase. 

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[ Review ] The Body Shop Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel

 

Product Description

Get that beautiful body feeling refreshed and squeaky-clean with our foamy Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel. Now Vegan Society certified and made with 92% ingredients of natural origin including grapefruit extract and Community Fair Trade organic aloe vera from Mexico, our hardworking Shower Gel helps leave skin feeling soft. The sharp and sweet notes of this fragrance are like slicing a big, juicy grapefruit in half and leave you smelling citrusy.

I received a trio of shower gels from a friend during last Christmas and brought along the 60ml travel-friendly shower gel to my recent Royal Carribean Spectrum of the Seas cruise. My last product from the brand was The Body Shop Winter Jasmine Shower Gel.

Packaging, Scent and Texture 

The Body Shop Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel is housed in a 60ml clear plastic bottle with pretty illustrations of grapefruits. It has a flick-top cap for easy dispensing, however I found the cap to be pretty tight and was not easy to be "flick" open. The pink gel texture lathers well. 

How To Use : 

1. Lather up into a thick foam.

2. Slather all over damp skin.

3. Rinse.

Performance and Ingredients

I was glad to have brought this shower gel on my cruise. AM shower needs to help you wake up and go-go-go, and The Body Shop Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel indeed helps to wake up the senses with the zest and zing of pink grapefruit. 

Suitable for all skin types, it lathers up a treat, transforming from a light gel texture into a rich bubbly foam, leaving skin feeling soft, cleansed and refreshed.

I love the citrus scent with its zingy and refreshing aroma which was such a joy to breathe in during my morning showers on cruise and back home, however it contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate which can be drying for the long term. 

That said, you will be happy to know that the bottle is recyclable and made from 100% recycled plastic and that 92% ingredients comes from natural origin.

The key ingredients are....

Community Fair Trade Organic Aloe Vera : Ultra-gentle and soothing on skin, aloe vera is perfect for the sensitive skin range. It’s a naturally hardy plant. The aloe vera leaves are harvested and filleted by hand within 6 hours, which preserves the freshness and makes sure the aloe is the highest possible quality. The Body Shop source the organic aloe vera from Campeche in south-east Mexico. 

Pink Grapefruit Seed Oil : Squish grapefruit seeds for their essential oil to add to their zingy, sweet and citrusy-smelling products.  

Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco- Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Sodium Gluconate, Citrus Grandis Fruit Water/Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Water, Linalool, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Citral, Denatonium Benzoate, CI 14700/Red 4, CI 17200/Red 33.

Where To Purchase : Amazon

Conclusion

To conclude, The Body Shop Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel with its zesty citrus fragrance and pink gel texture that lathers well gives rise to a good showering experience, however it contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate which can be drying for the long term. 

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[ Review ] Belli Pure and Pampered Body Wash

 

Product Description

Belli Pure and Pampered Body Wash is a balanced, body cleansing lightweight clear gel, specially formulated for daily use. Gently cleansing without stripping the natural oils in your skin.

Benefits:

Specially formulated for daily use

Gently cleans without stripping skin of its natural oils

Features cucumber and green tea extracts, both are rich in antioxidants

Lavender and chamomile provide a relaxing aromatherapy experience

Added a new body wash into my cart during my Iherb shopping, but sadly it has been discontinued.  You can use my code, OKI787 for a further 5% off your next order. 

Made in USA, Belli is developed by a skincare expert with products that are vegan, cruelty-free, allergy tested and dermatologist recommended. Their products are also pregnant and breastfeeding safe. 

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Belli Pure and Pampered Body Wash is a 191ml tube with clear gel contents. It has a subtle scent filled with a mixture of cucumber, green tea, chamomile and lavender. 

How To Use :

Apply as much or as little by squeezing product into your hand or on a loofah or body brush. using circular motion apply to your body to cleanse the top layer of skin and rinse.

Performance and Ingredients

The gel textured Belli Pure and Pampered Body Wash is mild and gentle with light lathering suds. It uses a plant-derived carbohydrate complex which is known for its excellent ability to bind to skin and its light, quick-absorbing texture delivers long-lasting and deep hydration.

If you have sensitive skin, then this body wash might be a great fit for you, however, if you are looking for a sensorial luxurious body wash, this might not fit the bill. 

Using Pure and Pampered Body Wash always left my body clean and soft and I also like that this is pregnancy-safe too. However, it gets drying after some time. 

The key ingredients are....

Cucumber : Promotes skin hydration to combat over-drying and keeping skin supple.

Green Tea : A powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory to unclog pores, reduce skin irritation, skin redness, and swelling.

Chamomile : Anti-inflammatory and hypoallergenic helps to soothe skin and stop free radicals.

Lavender : Soothes and calms skin while reducing redness.

Citrus : Boosts collagen synthesis, brightening skin tone, and evening out complexion by diminishing and preventing hyperpigmentation.

Deionized Water, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide, Glycerine, Sodium PCA, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate (and) Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Where To Purchase : Amazon

Conclusion

To conclude, Belli Pure and Pampered Body Wash is a pregnancy-safe gel-textured body wash. It is gentle and mild with light lathering suds and a subtle scent, however, it gets drying after some time. That said, it has been discontinued. 

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[ Review ] Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel

 

Product Description

Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel is an aromatic, soap-free shower gel made with handpicked, Himalayan organic Aamla that is rich in antioxidant properties. Roots of organic Manjistha rejuvenate and brighten the skin. Another key ingredient, Aloe Vera soothes and moisturizes skin, leaving it fresh and hydrated.

After using up Roots & Herbs Shvet Chandan & Saffron Body Cleanser Shower Gel, Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel is yet another product from India, which I purchased from the same online store. 

SoulTree is the first Indian brand to offer European certified natural personal care and beauty products.

All their products use authentic Ayurvedic recipes and honestly sourced natural, organic ingredients and all their offerings carry the Triple Seal of Truth: Ayurvedic, Organic and Ethical. You can read more about the brand on their website.

Packaging, Scent and Texture

Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel is housed in a 250ml brown tinted bottle with a pump dispenser. It has a lovely scent and I usually pump 6 times of golden gel contents for the whole body. 

How To Use :

1) Squeeze desired amount on your palm or a loofah

2) Lather up and apply all over your body, rinse thoroughly and follow it up with a gentle moisturiser or body oil

Performance and Ingredients

I enjoyed using Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel initially, as it smells great and lathers well but unfortunately, 60% down, it started to feel drying on my skin. 

This shower gel does not contain Paraben, Silicones, Lead, DEA/TEA, Phtalates, SLS/SLES, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum and Synthetic Fragrance.

Aqua, Coco glucoside, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerine, Aloe barbandensis (aloe vera) juice*, Emblica officinalus (aamla)*, Vetiveria zizanioides *, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Azadirachta indica (neem) infusion*, Rubia cordifolia (manjistha) extract*, Citric acid, Xanthan gum, Sodium levulinate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium gluconate, Parfum**, Linalool**, Geraniol**, Limonene**, Citral**

*From certified organic farms

**From essential oils

Conclusion

To conclude, Soultree Wild Aamla & Hydrating Aloe Shower Gel was a lovely body wash initially with its soothing scent and nice lathering but soon gave way to a drying feel on the body hence it won't be a repurchase.

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[ Review ] Fizzy Fern Espresso Body Scrub

 

Product Description

Fizzy Fern Espresso Body Scrub is an exfoliating body scrub made to pamper the coffee lover in you. This scrub is full of antimicrobial and antioxidant properties that removes dead skin, boosts circulation and imparts an instant glow. Enriched with the goodness of coffee, sesame oil, almond oil, frankincense oil and aloe vera this body scrub not just exfoliates the skin but also nourishes it. Coffee is known for its antioxidant properties that prevent premature aging whereas sesame, almond and frankincense oil deeply nourishes the skin. Aloe vera on the other hand soothes the skin. 

Benefits : 

• Removes dirt, impurities and dullness from skin

• Aloe vera and almond oil help soften the skin

• Soothes inflamed and irritated skin

• Protects skin from pollutants and UV damage

Being a fan of coffee body scrubs, Fizzy Fern Espresso Body Scrub was a surprising gem that I adored. Past coffee scrubs which I have tried were Artnaturals Arabica Coffee Scrub, Acure Energizing Coffee Body Scrub, Thank You Coffee Body Scrub, Twig & Co Coffee Scrub, Katfood Expresso Yourself Coffee Scrub, Handmade Heroes Butt Kickin Deep Detoxing Coffee Scrub and Isvara Coffee Sugar Polish

I purchased Roots & Herbs Shvet Chandan & Saffron Body Cleanser Shower Gel and Dot & Key Melt Away Makeup Remover Balm together with Fizzy Fern Espresso Body Scrub from Aardae.