The Wild Roll On Antiperspirant is a fairly new launch and is designed to be a sustainable way to provide 72 hours of protection from odour and sweat.

Wild’s original Natural Deodorant is the best deodorant I’ve ever used. Despite being a natural-led formula, it outperforms every other antiperspirant and deodorant I’ve tried, while still being eco-friendly.

So how does Wild’s Roll on Antiperspirant compare? In this honest review, I share my experience of using the natural antiperspirant, including how to use it and whether it truly prevents odour and sweat, while keeping your armpits fresh.

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About the Wild Roll On Antiperspirant

The Wild Roll On Antiperspirant is a refillable, vegan, and cruelty-free deodorant that’s designed to deliver 72 hours of protection from odour and sweat. It contains 90% natural ingredients and 10% antiperspirant actives. The deodorant promises to be suitable for sensitive skin. Wild also says this antiperspirant will leave no white marks and is fast-drying. It’s a water-based, smooth formula with no stickiness.

The refills are fully biodegradable, and the cases are free from plastic.

There are multiple case designs available, such as love hearts for Valentine’s Day, bumble bees, plain aqua (I have this one), and multichrome. You can pick from various scents for the refills, like coconut and vanilla, amber and oud, fresh cotton and sea salt, and cherry blossom. There are also antiperspirant and deodorant refills available for the Roll On formula, depending on your preference.

Prices for a case and refill start at £13.19. Prices for refills start at £5.20 each.

How to use the antiperspirant

Roll the antiperspirant directly onto clean, dry armpits. A couple of smooth swipes on each armpit is enough to prevent odour and sweat. It may take a couple of swipes on the first use to get the formula flowing through the rollerball.

How to refill the antiperspirant

Refilling the antiperspirant is straightforward. Follow the simple steps below:

1. Disassemble the case: Hold the top and bottom sections of the case and gently pull them apart. Unscrew the empty refill from the lid.
2. Dispose of the empty refill: Pop the used refill bottle into your home garden composter (if you have one) or your regular household waste bin.
3. Attach the new refill: Give your new refill a good shake, then remove and recycle the aluminium cap. Screw the new refill into the lid (the top part of the case).
4. Reassemble the case: Slot the lid, with the refill attached, back into the base.
5. Push the two sections together firmly until they click into place.
6. Twist the lid anti-clockwise to unscrew and reveal the rollerball.

You can also look at the Wild page to see a video of how to refill the antiperspirant here.

Honest Wild Roll On Antiperspirant review

The Wild Roll On Antiperspirant is even better than the Wild Natural Deodorant! I’m thoroughly impressed with it.

Firstly, I love the convenience of a roll-on antiperspirant. While the original balm formula from Wild smooths over skin easily, it can get a bit messy. Also, the original Natural Deodorant can leave white marks if you’re not careful (nothing crazy, though). In contrast, the Roll On Antiperspirant leaves no white marks and feels just as smooth on the skin.

Using the roll-on formula also feels cooling and refreshing. It glides under my armpits easily without any tugging or stickiness. I’ve used some roll-on antiperspirants that stay quite wet, which ends up becoming sweaty and uncomfortable, and frankly isn’t pleasant. Wild’s formula dries down in under a minute to keep me feeling clean and fresh.

I’ve got the Fresh Cotton & Sea Salt scent, which has a subtle, fresh, and clean smell. It’s not irritating or overpowering either. The scent disappears within a few hours.

Of course, the fact that this antiperspirant is eco-friendly is a massive bonus. The refills are easy to slot in and out. It means you can play around with different scents without throwing away packaging unnecessarily.

Most importantly, the Wild Roll On Antiperspirant keeps me sweat- and odour-free all day. I apply the antiperspirant every single day (so I’ve not tested the 72-hour claim as I’d feel weird not putting on deodorant each morning), and it meets all of its promises.

Rating: 5 stars

If you’re looking for a new roll-on deodorant, the Wild Roll On Antiperspirant is a must-try.

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As 2025 is over, I’m sharing some of the best hair, skincare, body, fragrance, and makeup products from the year.

These are the products that I’m reaching for the most. They improve the look and feel of my skin, add lots of volume and body to my hair, facilitate gorgeous makeup looks, and ensure I smell incredible all day long. I had a hard time narrowing down this list to my faves, as I tried loads of excellent products in 2025, but here are my beauty must-haves.

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The Valentino Born In Roma Donna Extradose Parfum (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is a gorgeous perfume. With notes of vanilla, jasmine, cassis accord, and rhum accord, this perfume is sweet, slightly floral, and romantic. It’s elegant and is the type of perfume you can wear for any occasion, as it’s not overpowering. This perfume lasts all day without fading. I’m obsessed.

The Victoria Beckham Beauty Lid Lustre is one of my favourite shimmery single eyeshadows. They’re creamy, insanely pigmented, easy to blend, and come in a beautiful range of shades. You can pack on intense colour to your eyelids by using your fingertips, or use a fluffy eyeshadow brush to diffuse the colour for a softer shimmery look. From golden olive and warm rose gold to navy blue and silver chrome, the shades look expensive. These are perfect ‘one and done’ shadows that deliver incredible results every time. I frequently reach for them.

The Redken Volume Injection Shampoo (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is one of the best shampoos for adding volume and lift to my hair. This shampoo makes my hair look fuller and thicker, while preventing my scalp from getting oily as quickly. A little bit of product goes a long way.

The Redken Volume Injection Conditioner (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is an excellent conditioner for adding volume to my scalp without weighing my hair down or making it greasy. This conditioner ensures my hair stays moisturised and healthy, all while giving it extra body.

The Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is my fave milky toner. It adds moisture, hydration, and dewiness to my skin instantly, without making my skin oily. This toner instantly refreshes my skin; it’s a cheat code to healthy skin in a bottle and absolutely worth the hype.

The Sculpted by Aimee LashLift has quickly become one of my fave mascaras. It adds effortless length and lift to my lashes without looking clumpy or flaking. It’s pretty smudge-proof, too. I love that the formula is lightweight, separates lashes, and delivers length with just 1 coat. I’ve got this mascara in Ultra-Black and Rich Brown, and both shades are stunning.

The Wavytalk Blowout Boost (25% off with Sarah25) is my first foray into thermal brushes, and I wish I’d tried it sooner. This heated brush allows you to easily get a ’90s blowout hairstyle, add volume to your hair, or get smooth waves. It heats up quickly and allows you to get salon-worthy results at home. Obsessed.

The Rhode Pocket Blush is a beautiful and versatile formula. Whether you apply the blush directly to your cheeks and lips, use a brush, or use your fingertips, it will blend easily and never look overdone. I find this blush works best when warmed on the back of my hand, and then using a brush to pick up the product from my hand and diffuse across my cheeks. This blush has a soft matte, skin-like finish that gives skin a natural flush of colour. The shade range is gorgeous. Sleepy Girl (a soft mauve) and Toasted Teddy (a bronze terracotta) are my go-to shades.

The Kate Somerville ExfoliKate® Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is fantastic. This cleanser makes my skin feel clean, fresh, hydrated, and smooth after use. As the exfoliation comes in a cleanser form, this is more tolerable for sensitive skin, as the formula is washed off your skin, which makes it great for those looking to introduce an exfoliator into their skincare routine without damaging their skin’s barrier. This cleanser foams easily, so a little bit of product goes a long way. My complexion looks brighter and more even after using this cleanser.

The Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F Triple Serum is an expensive and innovative serum that’s worth the money. It contains skin-loving ingredients like ferulic acid, vitamin C, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to smooth, brighten, and moisturise the skin. It’s also designed to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Since using this serum, my skin looks more radiant and feels firmer.

The Lancôme Rénergie H.P.N. UVMUNE SPF50 Cream is one of my fave moisturisers in recent years. It’s rich, luxurious, and thick. Yet, despite being ultra-nourishing, it never feels heavy or greasy. Instead, it melts into the skin easily and provides long-lasting hydration. Some moisturisers containing SPF feel like they never absorb into the skin and just sit on top in a heavy, clogging way. This one smooths into the skin like a breeze, thanks to the plumping peptide complex.

The ONE/SIZE On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray is perfect for locking makeup into place. If I’m wearing makeup for over 6 hours or want my base to stay perfectly in place, this setting spray is my go-to. It means my makeup won’t budge and will look fresh all day. I love how fine the mister is on this setting spray, as it ensures even distribution of the product across my face.

The Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream balances being lightweight and absorbent, alongside delivering long-lasting nourishment. After using this on my feet, which can get quite dry and cracked after swimming, this helps repair any soreness and soothe dryness for soft, supple skin.

The Jones Road Gel Liner is creamy, which means it doesn’t drag across the eyelids on application or feel drying. It glides on seamlessly and doesn’t budge once applied. The gel liner foolproof to use, as you can achieve smooth, precise lines, without it wobbling or smudging. I’ve got the shade Navy, which adds a subtle touch of colour to eye makeup for a sophisticated look.

The Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 (15% off at Sephora with SARAHSSPH) has quickly become one of my fave gourmand scents. This cherry fragrance has an elevated and complex fragrance profile, with notes like caramelised praline, patchouli, palo santo, and guaiac wood. On paper, I wouldn’t opt for this perfume, as I don’t tend to like woody fragrances, but this one smells balanced, sophisticated, and not overpowering. I love it.

The Skinfood Rice Brightening Pad (money off YesStyle with CONFIDENCE10) is a toner pad that’s worth investing in. These sumptuous toner pads make skin hydrated, look glowy, and feel refreshed. Rice pore complex helps restore elasticity and tighten the skin, PHA gently exfoliates the skin, and niacinamide helps brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. After using these toner pads, my skin instantly looks and feels better.

The By Beauty Bay Desert Haze 20 Colour Palette is a colour story that instantly stood out to me, with fiery coppers and golds, royal blue, earthy khakis and browns, stunning rose golds, and soft beige sandy tones. Although this palette is cheap, the shadows feel expensive. The mattes are soft and buttery with minimal fallout, while the shimmers are fiercly pigmented and deliver a range of shimmer intensities to create a diverse range of looks. I reach for this palette quite regularly at the moment.

The MAC Lustreglass Lipstick in Alone Time is a unique cool-toned lipstick. I don’t always suit cool-toned lipsticks, as they can wash me out and appear greyish on my complexion, but Alone Time is wearable. It’s a pretty mauve brown that will work with just about any neutral or cool-toned makeup look. The formula is smoothing, flattering, sheer, and buildable. It makes lips look glossy and keeps them hydrated. 

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is another excellent milky toner. This formula is richer and more nourishing than the Laneige one in this best beauty products of 2025 list, which makes it ideal for drier skin or in colder weather. The toner is ultra-hydrating and seals in moisture all day. It also makes my skin look radiant, feel soft and smooth, and removes the need for a thick moisturiser.

The Haus Labs Color Fuse Longwear Glassy Lip + Cheek Stick is perfect for when I want a glossy cheek look. This gorgeous formula blends effortlessly. Whether I’m after a saturated pop of glassy colour or a more subtle flush of colour, this stick blush will work. It removes the need for a highlighter, as it provides a glowy non-shimmery finish, which is flattering and never clings to skin texture. The shade range is phenomenal, offering pretty lilacs, berries, nude browns, peaches, and soft pinks. This is one of my fave blushes of all time.

The TYMO CurlGo is a great styling tool for soft, bouncy curls or silky waves. Although I wish the curls lasted longer, I love the results: elegant, classy curls with minimal effort. The curler does all of the hard work for you, as the barrel auto-rotates your hair in the wand. Once you get the hang of using the device, the CurlGo truly is easy to use.

The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice + B5 SPF50+ (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is one of the best sunscreens I’ve ever tried. No white cast, no sticky feeling, and it absorbs instantly. It’s lightweight, hydrating, and refreshing. It layers over skincare products without pilling and sits underneath makeup without disturbing it. This SPF50 also has a cooling sensation on application, so it’s refreshing to use on a hot day. I’d repurchase this in an instant.

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I’m always on the hunt for interesting beauty brands. From innovative independent skincare brands and female-founded brands to viral products and trendy new items, if something looks exciting to me, I’m willing to spend money on it.

I stumbled across LIHA Beauty online. This black-owned and female-founded brand harnesses the power of African beauty secrets to create an array of products that smell amazing, nourish the skin, and contain high-quality ingredients. The brand is cruelty-free and celebrates the founders’, Abi and Liha, Yoruba and British heritage.

The brand’s beautiful message really stood out to me. Plus, after LIHA Beauty appeared on Dragons’ Den, I knew I had to purchase a selection of products. Despite not securing an investment from the Dragons, I was intrigued, especially as the Dragons all noted how great the products are.

In this honest review, I share my thoughts on whether LIHA Beauty is worth it, with a closer look at the products’ ingredients, textures, and efficacy.

Products in this review

4 LIHA Beauty products are featured in this review:

1. Oju Omi Mud Cleanser
2. Idan Oil
3. Orinrin Cleansing Balm
4. Osé Gidi Black Soap

Below, I review each product individually before sharing my overall thoughts on this black-owned beauty brand.

1. Oju Omi Mud Cleanser

£34 for 50ml

The LIHA Beauty Oju Omi Mud Cleanser can be used as either a cleanser or a face mask. As a daily cleanser, it has a fun mud-to-milk formula that promises to deeply cleanse the skin, without stripping, irritating, or drying it out. As a mud mask, apply it to dry skin, leave it for 10-20 minutes, and then rinse it off. The result from either method is hydrated, balanced, clean, and smooth skin.

Key ingredients include:

• Agave syrup: nourishes skin
• Kaolin: a clay mineral with absorbent properties that help reduce excess oil on the skin
• Moroccan lava clay: exfoliates the skin but can be a bit abrasive
• Marula oil: moisturises skin
• Molasses: LIHA Beauty says molasses is hydrating, gently exfoliating, and calms redness

This mud cleanser has a thick, creamy, and slightly gritty texture. It feels rich and luxurious. It has an earthy scent, but it’s fragrance-free. I love the consistency and smell of this cleanser; it gives spa day vibes.

As a cleanser, I initially used this as a second cleanse. However, it’s rich, exfoliating, and leaves a slightly oily residue, so I think it performs better as the first cleanse in your evening skincare routine.

The mud-to-milk formula is satisfying, as it effortlessly rinses off once emulsified. This performs more like a physical exfoliator, as there are some small particles that scrub your skin. I find this a bit abrasive. While the cleanser doesn’t cause redness in my skin, it does leave it feeling a bit stripped. Although this leaves my skin feeling soft, clean, and smooth, I still prefer using a traditional cleanser formula, such as a gel, oil, or balm.

This product works better as an exfoliating mud mask. After using it, my skin feels less oily, smoother, and hydrated, while also appearing brighter. It feels as though it’s really working to unclog my pores, helps get rid of stubborn blackheads, and leaves my skin in great condition. However, dry skin might find the mask too drying, due to the clays.

Rating: 4 stars

While I’ve used other cleansers that I prefer, I think this is an excellent face mask, especially for oily skin.

2. Idan Oil

£42 for 100ml

The LIHA Beauty Idan Oil is designed to deeply nourish and soften skin, while giving it a gorgeous glow. This innovative oil starts off as a solid balm at room temperature, but it transforms into a liquid when warmed. You can warm the oil up by rinsing the bottle (with the cap on) in warm/hot water. This multi-purpose oil can be used on the skin and hair.

Key ingredients include:

• Coconut oil: moisturises skin
• Tuberose: offers a sensual, warm, and floral scent
• Cinnamal: imparts the gorgeous spicy and sweet aroma of cinnamon

When warmed up, this oil is quite runny, non-greasy, and feels lightweight. It absorbs quickly, within a couple of minutes. I’m obsessed with the scent of this oil. It’s sweet, slightly spiced, floral, and romantic. Every time I use it, I smell absolutely amazing. Although this oil is fragranced, so that’s something to be mindful of if you’re sensitive to perfumed products.

And the results are fantastic. I use this as a body oil to hydrate and soften skin. I apply the oil overnight, and by morning, my skin is soft, smooth, nourished. Any dryness on my skin, such as on my feet, is significantly improved. With consistent use, the Idan Oil easily gets rid of dead, rough, or dry skin.

I’ve not used this as a hair oil, as I’ve already got a greasy scalp, so this might be a bit too rich. However, for dry ends or scalps, I think this would be a fantastic hair oil to moisturise and smooth frizz.

Rating: 5 stars

I love this oil and look forward to using it.

3. Orinrin Cleansing Balm

£32 for 50ml

The LIHA Beauty Orinrin Cleansing Balm claims to effortlessly dissolve makeup, SPF, and daily grime, while delivering nourishment that lingers long after rinsing. The balm transforms into a milk when in contact with water, allowing you to easily wash it off after massaging the product into your skin.

Key ingredients:

• Sweet almond oil: softens skin and helps the skin retain moisture
• Mango seed butter: hydrates and soothes skin
• Cocoa seed butter: locks in hydration and calms sensitive skin
• Sunflower seed oil: replenishes and strengthens skin
• Rice bran oil: has barrier-repairing properties

This cleansing balm has a rich, thick, and creamy consistency. A grape-sized amount of product is enough to massage into dry skin and thoroughly cleanse it. The balm features fragrant components that give it a mildly sweet and citrusy aroma. Again, something to be mindful of if you’re sensitive to perfumed skincare.

I quite like this cleansing balm, but it’s not my favourite. It smells and feels luxurious, thanks to a gorgeous fragrance profile and sumptuous texture.

As a first cleanse in my evening skincare routine, it easily lifts any lingering dirt, SPF, or oil on the skin. The balm rinses off easily when emulsified with water. But I’ve used cleansing balms and oils that take less work and are more effective at dissolving makeup.

While this cleansing balm makes my skin soft, clean, and moisturised, it unfortunately leaves a slightly greasy and tacky residue. I need to pair this with a powerful cleansing gel or foam that removes this residue, as it could otherwise lead to breakouts on my skin. Ultimately, I prefer cleansing balms or oils that feel more compatible with my combination skin and are easier to use.

Rating: 4 stars

This cleansing balm is nice, but I think this would be better for people with dry skin.

4. Osé Gidi Black Soap

£16 for 120g

The LIHA Beauty Osé Gidi Black Soap is supposed to deeply cleanse and gently exfoliate the skin, without stripping it. The soap works into a creamy lather that leaves skin hydrated, soft, and luminous. It can be used on the face and body.

Key ingredients:

• Sodium shea butterate: cleanses the skin
• Sodium cocoate: cleanses the skin but can be drying
• Glycerin: hydrates skin
• Molasses extract: hydrates, gently exfoliates, and calms redness

This cleanser has a soft, smooth, and slightly grainy texture. It glides over skin effortlessly with no resistance. Multiple fragrant components, including bergamot, benzoin, and palmarosa, give the soap a calming and mildly citrusy aroma. Again, if you’re sensitive or dislike fragranced skincare, this might be one to avoid.

Personally, I wouldn’t use this as a facial cleanser, as the exfoliating particles would be a bit too abrasive for my skin.

As a body soap, though, this does an excellent job of cleansing my skin, while leaving it feeling nourished and removing dead, dry, or rough skin. It smooths over my skin easily and lathers effortlessly, without ever leaving my skin feeling stripped, tight, or dry. The combination of nourishment, gorgeous scent, and gentle exfoliation makes this soap feel expensive and high-quality.

Rating: 4.5 stars

I’m a big fan of this body soap.

Overall LIHA Beauty review

Overall, I think LIHA Beauty has some fantastic products that smell amazing, feature some interesting and innovative ingredients, and boast luxurious textures. These products are effective, meet their claims, and are excellent at moisturising, smoothing, and softening skin.

I love LIHA Beauty’s brand story, and the combination of the founders’ British and African heritage really comes through in their products. They’re packaged beautifully, foreground excellent Yoruba ingredients and Yoruba culture, and feel authentic.

I’m impressed with LIHA Beauty and would particularly recommend these products for people with dry skin.

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Founded in 1860, Napiers is Scotland’s oldest herbal apothecary. This well-established brand meticulously crafts and carefully sources botanicals and extracts from across the globe.

Napiers prides itself in offering the best of health and wellbeing through the use of herbal medicine and other natural therapies. From immune-boosting supplements and relaxing aromatherapy oils to nourishing moisturisers and soothing throat sprays, there is a huge range of natural health and wellbeing solutions available.

I review 3 products from Napiers in this post: an anti-ageing night cream, a restorative hair mask, and a refreshing hand and body wash. Are these botanical products worth checking out? This post tells you everything you need to know!

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Products in this review

To see whether Napiers is worthwhile, I tested 3 products for around 3 weeks:

1. Scottish Speedwell Ageless Night Cream
2. Meadowsweet & Marigold Hand and Body Wash
3. Herbstrong Hair Conditioning Mask

Below, I review each product individually before sharing my overall thoughts on Napiers.

1. Napiers Scottish Speedwell Ageless Night Cream

£25.99 for 60ml

About the product

The Napiers Scottish Speedwell Ageless Night Cream is described as a rich night cream with powerful anti-wrinkle properties and rich natural oils to rejuvenate the skin. The moisturiser claims to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, soften the skin, and shed dead skin cells.

It’s enriched with Scottish Speedwell, which Napiers says is a unique plant extract that has been proven to visibly reduce wrinkles when used for 4 weeks. Other key ingredients nourishing shea butter, hydrating hyaluronic acid, the antioxidant Hedbridean seaweed extract, and exfoliating salicylic acid.

Review

I really like this nighttime moisturiser.

Firstly, this has a strong botanical scent. It contains 2 fragrant plant oils – orange peel oil and jasmine essential oil – for a distinctive herbal fragrance. Natural fragrances can still be sensitising, so just be mindful if you’ve got sensitive skin or find fragrance irritating in skincare formulas. I have no issues with fragranced skincare. I don’t mind the scent of this night cream, but it’s very strong. However, once massaged into the skin, the scent disappears.

I love the consistency of this night cream. It’s thick, rich, and sumptuous. This makes it feel luxurious and expensive. Because of this, the moisturiser isn’t particularly absorbent. It takes a fair bit of massaging to get the cream to melt into the skin. Without a bit of work, the cream will just sit on your skin.

Once massaged into the skin, the cream doesn’t feel greasy, which is perfect for my combination skin. This makes your skin feel instantly firmer and tight – in a good way. By the morning, my skin feels softer, smoother, and rejuvenated.

As it contains salicylic acid along with loads of nourishing plant oils, the exfoliating element of this moisturiser is gentle. It contributes to a more even, radiant, and smooth complexion without any redness. With consistent use, this will improve the tone and appearance of your skin.

This night cream is good value for money. The INCI list contains some fantastic ingredients and the tub is pretty big for £25.99. A little bit of product goes a long way too.

Rating: 4.5 stars

I enjoy this rejuvenating night cream. It takes a little work to rub in, but once it’s been applied, it works beautifully.

2. Napiers Meadowsweet & Marigold Hand and Body Wash

£4.99 for 50ml or £15.99 for 300ml

About the product

The Napiers Meadowsweet & Marigold Hand and Body Wash claims to be an invigorating and naturally-foaming hand and body wash. It’s supposed to be hydrating, soothing, and softening.

This hand and body wash contains soothing calendula extract, skin-softening wheat germ extract, hydrating glycerin, and skin-smoothing glycine soja oil.

Review

I’ve been using the Meadowsweet & Marigold Hand and Body Wash as a hand wash and really like it.

This hand wash isn’t drying or stripping. Instead, my hands feel fresh and hydrated after using it. It’s not the most nourishing hand wash I’ve ever tried, but it’s certainly gentle.

It smells citrusy, so it’s wonderfully invigorating and refreshing. The scent doesn’t stay on your hands afterwards, though.

1 pump of this hand wash works into a foamy lather quickly. It’s not like some hand washes, where you have to use multiple pumps to effectively wash your hands.

300ml is quite a big bottle too. While it’s not the cheapest hand wash, it certainly feels higher quality than a drugstore alternative.

Rating: 4 stars

This is a decent, refreshing hand wash that has a lovely spring scent.

3. Napiers Herbstrong Hair Conditioning Mask

£14.99 for 100ml

About the product

The Napiers Herbstrong Hair Conditioning Mask claims to deeply condition and rejuvenate the scalp and hair. It’s designed to support a healthy scalp and hair by reducing tangles, increasing strength, and delivering marvellous shine.

The formula is enriched with nourishing coconut oil, protective peach kernel oil, softening propanediol, and green tea extract to reduce scalp irritation and prevent hair loss.

Review

As someone with oily, fine, and sleek hair, I’m always cautious of any hair products that are deeply nourishing. They typically are too heavy for my hair and leave my scalp as a greasy, weighed-down mess. But I also understand the importance of conditioning and looking after your scalp, so it’s a difficult balancing act.

That’s why I’m so impressed with the Herbstrong Hair Conditioning Mask.

I use it after shampoo and apply it to damp hair, from my scalp down to my ends. I leave it for 5-10 minutes before rinsing it off. The mask moisturises my hair and scalp without leaving it feeling oily, heavy, or weighed down. The result? Healthy, shiny, and happy hair.

This has a similar scent to the night cream – it’s distinctly botanical. However, the natural fragrance isn’t quite as strong as the night cream and rinses away.

I think this restorative hair mask is excellent value for money. 100ml for a high-quality product that actually works for my hair type when so many others don’t is an absolute steal! Plus, I don’t need to apply much product to make my scalp feel conditioned, so this tub will last me for a while.

As my hair is naturally quite sleek and smooth, I don’t need to regularly apply hair masks, as my hair is in good condition. However, when my hair is in need of some TLC or I want to give my scalp a health boost, this mask will be my go-to.

Rating: 4.5 stars

This hair-conditioning mask is great.

Overall Napiers review

Napiers impressed me more than I was expecting! These formulas are fairly priced, contain great ingredients, and overall deliver on their claims. All of the products I tried were gentle and hydrating, and they made my skin, hair, and body feel rejuvenated.

This botanical brand isn’t just a gimmick; these natural-led formulas are clearly well thought-out, researched, and deliver genuine results. I’d love to try some more products from Napiers!

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Eco-friendly natural deodorants are becoming more and more popular. They’re far better for the planet than spray deodorants, as you buy the casing once and then continue to purchase waste-free refillables, and they actually prevent odour.

I’ll be the first to admit that prior to trying natural deodorants, I was quite sceptical about their effectiveness. I thought they’d smell lovely and feel nice on the skin but wouldn’t leave me feeling fresh after a few hours. I was wrong. However, refillable natural deodorants vary, and some work better than others.

Today, I’m reviewing the sustainable Fussy deodorant to let you know whether it works and whether it’s better than other natural deodorants. Keep reading for my honest thoughts on this popular deodorant.

Get 15% off Fussy with my code AFFAWC15FUS. Shop here! (Works for new customers only).

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What is Fussy?

Fussy is a plastic-free natural deodorant brand that claims to be simple, high-quality, and effective. Its core mission is to ban plastic from bathrooms with a sustainable deodorant that can be refilled, thus removing waste. Fussy is cruelty-free and vegan.

How does Fussy work?

Fussy is so easy to get started with! First, pick your 100% recyclable plastic case. There are multiple pretty colours to choose your case, such as lilac, ocean blue, mint green, and burnt orange (which is what I’ve got).

Next, pick your subscription plan. You can choose from a one-off purchase with 1 refill, a starter pack that contains 4 refills, or a subscribe and save option that works out to be the most affordable option.

Finally, pick your fave scent for the compostable refill. There are multiple lovely scents, such as citrus, floral, and mint.

Get 15% off Fussy with my code AFFAWC15FUS. Shop here! (Works for new customers only).

Fussy deodorant claims

Fussy deodorant promises to be backed by science to keep your armpits fresh for 24 hours. While it’s not an antiperspirant, which stops sweating, the deodorant claims to keep you free from odour, with the opinion that sweating is natural and should happen.

Fussy says the deodorant will not leave white marks or stains, so your clothes are safe! Each 40g refill is designed to last 4-8 weeks, depending on use.

The deodorant is designed to be suitable for sensitive skin. Although the refills contain bicarbonate of soda, it’s in much smaller amounts than others on the market and at a very high grade, according to the brand.

How to use it

To insert a refill, remove the lid of your case and then the inner cap by squeezing the buttons on the side. Then drop in your refill, and pop the inner cap back on until it clicks. Just make sure you rewind your case all the way back down.

You’re advised to swipe the deodorant once or twice under the armpits.

Honest Fussy deodorant review

Fussy deodorant is an effective natural deodorant.

Let’s start with the packaging. I love the vibrant orange shade of the case and that it’s 100% recyclable. We stan a sustainable brand! It was super easy to insert the refill and less fiddly than other natural deodorant brands I’ve tried.

I was kindly sent 3 scents to try: Wide Eyed (citrus), Cloud Nine (fresh), and Tropic Tonic (lime). Cloud Nine is my fave, as it’s simple and smells like clean cotton, which is very fresh. But all of them smell nice.

The texture of the deodorant sits somewhere between firm and soft. It’s softer than Proverb Skin’s natural deodorant but firmer than Wild Natural Deodorant. The texture is still smooth and gentle when gliding it across my skin. I like the texture a lot!

I’ve had no issues with Fussy leaving white marks or stains on my clothing whatsoever. In fact, even when I’ve applied too much of the deodorant, there have still been no marks, so this is a big tick for me! It’s the most stain-free deodorant I’ve tried on those occasions when I’m a bit too heavy-handed.

Most importantly, Fussy is very effective at keeping my armpits fresh and odour-free all day. Even after a workout, I still smell fresh and clean. It’s way more effective at keeping bad odour away than a traditional antiperspirant and is also far kinder to the planet. A double win!

Where to buy

You can buy the refillable deodorant directly from Fussy.

Prices start as low as £13 for the subscribe and save option and up to £32 for a multi-pack of refills. I think this is a great price. Yes, it’s more expensive than a typical spray deodorant but is way more effective, better for the planet, and will likely last you longer too.

Get 15% off Fussy with my code AFFAWC15FUS. Shop here! (Works for new customers only).

Do I recommend Fussy deodorant?

Overall, this is one of the best natural deodorants I’ve tried, is 100% effective, and totally worth trying. It’s just as good as other refillable deodorants I’ve used and loved.

Rating: 5 stars

I highly recommend checking out this brand. You’ll be thrilled with the results!

Have you ever tried natural deodorants? I’d love to hear in the comments below!

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If you’ve ever wondered whether natural deodorants perform as well as traditional sprays or are looking for a new eco-friendly deodorant, this Wild Natural Deodorant review is for you.

Refillable natural deodorants are becoming more and more popular. They’re heralded for working just as well as traditional spray or roll-on deodorants with the benefits of being more sustainable, kinder to your skin, vegan, and cruelty-free.

I’ve tried quite a few natural deodorants over the years and have always gotten on really well with them. So how does Wild Natural Deodorant compare to other natural deodorants? Is this sustainable deodorant worth the hype, or are there better alternatives available? Keep reading for my honest Wild Natural Deodorant review.

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What is Wild Natural Deodorant?

Wild Natural Deodorant is a planet-friendly natural deodorant brand that is aiming to reduce unnecessary plastic waste with aluminium casing that lasts a lifetime and bamboo pulp deodorant refills. The brand is vegan and cruelty-free.

 Every time you refill your case, you’ll save 30 grams of plastic going to landfill.

Wild Natural Deodorant

Alongside the brand’s hero deodorant, Wild Natural Deodorant also sells shampoo bars, soaps, and brand merch.

How does Wild Natural Deodorant work?

To get started, you begin by picking an aluminium case. There are so many pretty options, such as coral, gold, retro swirl, and black. I opted for the purple case. Next, you can choose whether to make a one-off purchase or subscribe to a flexible plan that’s more cost-effective and ensures you don’t run out of deodorant.

After that, it’s time to pick 3 refill scents. There are lots of amazing scents to pick from! I’m a coconut & vanilla kinda girl, but others include orange & neroli, fresh cotton & sea salt, and mint & aloe vera. Wild Natural Deodorant offers sensitive skin scents too!

Then it’s time to pay. Don’t forget to apply my 20% off discount code below for extra savings.

Wild Natural Deodorant claims

Wild Natural Deodorant claims to provide 24 hours of protection from body odour, even on the busiest days. The natural deodorant promises not to stain your clothes, as it contains no aluminium.

Although the brand is natural, and the deodorant isn’t technically an anti-perspirant, the ingredients claim to stop the growth of odour-causing bacteria and keep your armpits smooth and moisturised.

Each 40g refill is designed to last for 4-6 weeks with daily use.

How to use it

Apply a couple of swipes under dry arms at the start of the day or after showering. The texture is a soft bar that is absorbed into the skin when you swipe it on your underarms. Giving it a few minutes to fully soak in can also help!

Honest Wild Natural Deodorant review

I’m thoroughly impressed with Wild Natural Deodorant. In fact, it’s become my new fave deodorant ever.

Let’s start with the packaging. My aluminium case and refill came very neatly packaged. I love that the packaging was all cardboard, i.e. recyclable, so that there was no waste whatsoever. The aluminium case is sturdy and very pretty. I love the purple shade!

The instructions for inserting the refill into the case were very straightforward. There was no faffing around, as you simply pop the refill into the case, twist the bottom up, and use it.

My coconut & vanilla refill smells incredible. It’s sweet without being overpowering or sickly. I’m a sucker for sweet and tropical scents, so this fragrance is 100% me.

The texture of the refill is fantastic. It’s soft and smooth, without being wet or sticky, so it glides over my armpits comfortably. There’s no irritation from having to press down too hard, as the refill does all of the work.

Compared to my previous fave natural deodorant from Proverb Skin, Wild Natural Deodorant has a softer and smoother consistency, which means less irritation on my armpits, as it applies more gently. Plus, I prefer my Wild Natural Deodorant scent to Proverb Skin.

Wild Natural Deodorant is also stain-proof. I had a couple of times with Proverb Skin where I applied too much product (my own mistake, admittedly) and got some white marks on my clothes. However, even if I accidentally apply too much Wild Natural Deodorant, this doesn’t happen.

Most importantly, Wild Natural Deodorant is very effective at keeping body odour at bay all day. It performs just as well as Proverb Skin and keeps me feeling fresh. I’ve found the 24-hour fresh-smelling claim to be true, even after I’ve exercised!

Where to buy

You can buy Wild Natural Deodorant directly from the website.

Prices start from as low as £12 for natural deodorants, depending on whether you select a subscribe & save option. Otherwise, you’re looking at around £20 for a one-off purchase, which includes the aluminium case and 3 refills, using my discount code below.

Once you’ve got the aluminium case, you can get 3 refills for £14.40 with my discount code.

This is a fantastic price for such a highly effective product that’s not only good for your skin but also great for the planet.

Do I recommend Wild Natural Deodorant?

I absolutely recommend Wild Natural Deodorant. This natural deodorant meets all of its claims, smells incredible, has a very skin-friendly texture, keeps me fresh all day, works better than traditional deodorants, and is a great eco-friendly purchase. I genuinely can’t fault it.

Rating: 5 stars

Whether you’re a long-time natural deodorant user or are looking to make the switch to a more planet-friendly deodorant, Wild Natural Deodorant is a high-performing and well-priced option.

Have you ever tried a natural deodorant before? Let me know in the comments!

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If you’re looking for a new moisturising face or body SPF but hate that horrible sticky feeling, you need to read this review on Bali Body‘s hydrating sunscreen range.

As an oily-skinned girl, I appreciate lightweight, absorbent, and non-greasy SPFs. I particularly love sunscreens that give a bit of glow and hydrate my skin too. But I despise mattifying sunscreens. They make skin look so dull and lifeless. If you have oily skin, you don’t need to pick up mattifying SPFs! You can still find lightweight formulae that don’t make your skin look lacklustre.

So, how well does Bali Body’s hydrating SPF range work on my oily skin? Did the range make my skin break out, or is it worth purchasing? Keep reading for my honest thoughts.

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What is Bali Body?

Bali Body is an Australian, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty company that creates nourishing and beneficial products for the skin.

Over 6 years ago, a young Australian couple had a vision to create natural and vegan friendly suncare products.

Bali Body

The company is famous for its tanning products, like its Gradual Face Tan, but it also does an excellent range of skincare, personal care, and suncare products. Bali Body has also created a tonne of ‘how to’ videos for people looking to apply the brand’s products in the best and most effective way.

What Bali Body hydrating SPF products did I receive?

I received the entire Bali Body hydrating sunscreen line, which consists of 3 products:

1. Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+
2. Face & Body Sunscreen Spray SPF50+
3. Hydrating Body Sunscreen SPF50+

Below, I will break down the product claims, key ingredients, and my honest review of each product. Keep reading for my full thoughts on the hydrating SPF line!

1. Bali Body Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+

£23.95 for 50ml

Product claims

The Bali Body Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+ promises a weightless fluid formula that protects your skin from UVA and UVB damage while hydrating and nourishing your complexion. It claims to be non-greasy and invisible with a matte finish. Bali Body says that this SPF is designed to be worn under makeup and is suitable for all skin types.

Key ingredients

Excluding water, the top 5 ingredients on the INCI list are:

• Homosalate: an FDA-approved non-sensitising UVB filter
• Octocrylene: a globally approved moisturising UV filter. It primarily provides UVB protection with a small amount of UVA protection
• Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane: a globally approved synthetic UVA filter
• Dibutyl adipate: an emollient (softens or soothes the skin) clear liquid that makes formulae more spreadable
• Ethylhexyl triazone: a new chemical UVB filter (not available in the US due to stringent FDA regulations)

See the full INCI list below:

Aqua, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Butylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Disterate, Silica, Tapioca Starch, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Acrylates Copolymer, Decyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethanolamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Decylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum

Review

I love the Bali Body Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+.

Consistency-wise, this hydrating sunscreen is very similar to the popular La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50 (get 20% off the La Roche-Posay SPF at LookFantastic with my code LFTFBLOGSARAH here). It’s quite runny, incredibly lightweight, and very absorbent. However, the finish is quite different and in a good way!

The La Roche-Posay sunscreen genuinely is undetectable on the skin. It’s on the mattifying side without making your skin look flat. In contrast, the Bali Body Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+ makes my skin feel more hydrated and gives it a subtle glow. It honestly makes my skin look and feel super healthy! And it still manages to be non-greasy and leaves no white cast.

I disagree with Bali Body that this sunscreen is mattifying. I think it contributes to a radiant base, and I’m here for it. But I certainly agree that this SPF plays well under makeup and with other skincare products due to the airy formula. The fact this has a high SPF factor is another major positive.

Rating: 5 stars

This is one of the nicest sunscreens I’ve ever tried!

2. Bali Body Face & Body Sunscreen Spray SPF50+

£23.93 for 175g

Product claims

The Bali Body Face & Body Sunscreen Spray SPF50+ claims to be easy to apply in an aerosol format. Lightweight and nourishing, this spray sunscreen promises to be effortless to blend on both the face and body. It claims to work for all skin types.

Key ingredients

Excluding water, the top 5 ingredients on the INCI list are:

• Dimethyl ether: used as a propellant in aerosol products. Paula’s Choice describes this ingredient as potentially aggravating
• Homosalate: an FDA-approved non-sensitising UVB filter
• Octocrylene: a globally approved moisturising UV filter. It primarily provides UVB protection with a small amount of UVA protection
• Ethylhexyl salicylate: a colourless UVB filter
• Cera alba: hydrating

See the full INCI list below:

Dimethyl Ether, Aqua, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cera Alba, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cocoglycerides, Glycerin, PEG-15 Cocamine, PEG-40 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Hexadecane, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, BHT

Review

I want to love the Bali Body Face & Body Sunscreen Spray SPF50+, but I just don’t. And here’s why.

On the positive side, the actual feeling of the SPF is nice. It has a similar feeling to the hydrating facial sunscreen, as it’s invisible, pretty lightweight, and hydrating. There’s no greasiness either.

But where the spray’s biggest selling point should be – convenience – it’s just lacking. The actual mister itself isn’t fine enough, so the product comes out in quite thick blotchy patches. This is annoying, as the formula sort of goes everywhere, and it means you have to blend the product into your skin with your fingertips. It defeats the purpose of a spray SPF!

The formula, while lovely and hydrating, also isn’t that fine. So the spray sunscreen itself is actually thick, meaning you end up with blotches of SPF everywhere. It ends up in your hair, on your eyelashes, on your clothes, etc.

It’s a shame because once the formula’s been blended in, it’s lovely. But the experience leaves a lot to be desired. I prefer using this as a body SPF as it’s a larger surface area, so it doesn’t end up in your hair or on your lashes!

Rating: 3 stars

I’ll keep using this SPF, as the formula feels nice, but just not when I’m in a rush, as it’s pretty messy!

3. Bali Body Hydrating Body Sunscreen SPF50+

£19.95 for 150ml

Product claims

The Bali Body Hydrating Body Sunscreen SPF50+ promises to be lightweight, non-greasy, and touch dry. It claims to absorb quickly into the skin while being hydrating, smoothing, and restorative. Bali Body says this formula is suitable for all skin types.

Key ingredients

Excluding water, the top 5 ingredients on the INCI list are:

• Homosalate: an FDA-approved non-sensitising UVB filter
• Octocrylene: a globally approved moisturising UV filter. It primarily provides UVB protection with a small amount of UVA protection
• Ethylhexyl salicylate: a colourless UVB filter
• Cera alba: hydrating
• Dibutyl adipate: an emollient (softens or soothes the skin) clear liquid that makes formulae more spreadable

See the full INCI list below:

Aqua, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cera Alba, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Cetyl Dimethicone, Tapioca Starch, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cocoglycerides, PEG-15 Cocamine, Hexadecene, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, PEG-40 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates / C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Extract.

Review

The Bali Body Hydrating Body Sunscreen SPF50+ is super similar to the hydrating face sunscreen but with a slightly thicker formula.

I love this beautiful body SPF for all the reasons that I like the face version. It’s ultra-lightweight and absorbent, feels moisturising and hydrating, there’s no white cast or greasiness, and it gives skin a subtle glow.

While face sunscreens have come a long way over the past decade, body SPFs can still be lacking. Many body sunscreens I’ve tried still take a lot of blending and working into the skin. They’re also prone to feeling sticky. But the Bali Body Hydrating Body Sunscreen SPF50+ works into the skin like a dream very quickly without any tackiness.

I totally agree that this has a touch-dry formula. There’s nothing worse than a body SPF that lingers on the skin. Gross.

Rating: 5 stars

This is probably the best body sunscreen that I’ve tried.

Overall Bali Body hydrating SPF review

I think Bali Body’s hydrating SPF range is fantastic. All of the products factor 50, which is great for that all-essential UV protection. Plus each product in the range is hydrating, softening, lightweight, absorbent, non-greasy, invisible, blendable, and doesn’t make skin look dull or feel dry.

None of the products made my skin break out; they all worked perfectly for my oily skin.

The spray SPF is a bit of a letdown. It’s less of a reflection of the formula and more of the overall design. Ultimately, the spray design is quite flawed, as it leads to a patchy application. That’s definitely not ideal when it comes to sun protection! But, I’m quite happy to finish the bottle and just use my fingertips to rub the formula in.

This is a lovely range, though, and I could see this working for all skin types. I think particularly oily skins may prefer a less nourishing formula, but that’s not to say this is a greasy range at all because it’s genuinely not.

Fave product

It’s got to be the Bali Body Hydrating Face Sunscreen SPF50+ for playing so well underneath makeup!

Will you be picking up any of the products in this range? I’d love to hear from you in the comments

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If you’re looking for an eco-friendly deodorant that actually works but aren’t sure where to start, then this honest Proverb Skin review will give you all the answers you need.

This natural-led deodorant company kindly gifted me the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set to try. I’ve always got on much better with natural deodorants than I have your typical spray antiperspirants, so I couldn’t wait to see if this aluminium-free deodorant lived up to my high expectations.

Keep reading to see whether this cruelty-free deodorant performs as well as its sustainable approach to skincare.

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What is Proverb Skin?

Proverb Skin is a cruelty-free skincare firm that makes natural, effective products for the face and body. Its whole ethos revolves around products that are great for the human body and environment, with a motto that it doesn’t put ingredients into its products that you wouldn’t put into a smoothie.

Our passion is to help people feel, think and look better so they can make the most out of everyday and together we can give back to the people who need it the most.

Proverb Skin

All packaging is recyclable. The company’s flagship product is the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set, but there are other products to choose from, including the Refillable Natural Hand Sanitiser and various natural skincare products.

What comes in the Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set?

The Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set includes a refillable case (you can choose from yellow, grey, or white) and a deodorant refill that you simply slot into the case. The idea is that you only buy the outer casing once and continue getting refills to stop unnecessary waste.

This set also comes with a little booklet with some information about how to insert the deodorant refill into the case and some general statistics about the awful impact of plastic pollution globally.

Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set claims

The refillable deodorant offers an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastic.

Promising to keep you fresh all day, no matter how active you are, the Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set has 3 different fragrance options and 2 different strengths to suit every lifestyle. There’s a deodorant for super sensitive skin and baking soda allergies.

You can either get Coconut & Tonka, Wild Mint & Eucalyptus, or Sensitive & Unfragranced. Then you either choose the standard strength or the active strength option, depending on your wants and needs. Proverb Skin recommends the Sensitive & Unfragranced option for sensitive skin, and there is no active version available for this, as this option has a gentler base.

After being tested on sweaty athletes, this vegan, natural deodorant promises to make you feel confident and smell great. A little goes a long way, according to Proverb Skin, lasting approximately 8 weeks. It wants to ensure a good amount of product with each refill (70g) in line with its mission to reduce packaging.

The Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set is free from aluminium, parabens, petroleums and synthetic fragrance.

How to insert the deodorant refill into the case

Watch the short video below to see how to insert your deodorant refill into the case:

Alternatively, follow the simple steps below to get started:

1. Open up the case and check that it is empty
2. Gently unwrap the refill from the bottom and carefully peel the paper off. Do not remove the wheel from the base of your new deodorant refill. You need this to fit it into your case
3. Simply place the new deodorant refill onto the top of the open case. Apply gentle downward pressure on the deodorant while you twist the bottom of the case anticlockwise
4. Place the refill wrap into your normal paper recycling

It’s super easy! The booklet that comes with the Proverb Skin Refillable Deodorant Starter Set also explains these steps.

How to use the eco-friendly deodorant

After inserting the refill into your deodorant case, you simply swipe the deodorant 2-3 times over your armpits. If you get white marks on your clothes, this is a sign you’re using too much product.

Honest experience with the natural deodorant

I love the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set. From the packaging and brand ethos through to the actual results, I’ve got nothing bad to say about this product.

I’m obsessed with the yellow packaging. A lot of deodorant packaging is very samey, so this vibrant, modern shade stands out in my bathroom.

Of course, the fact that this packaging reduces waste, and everything that comes in the box is recyclable, is a huge positive. So many brands use unnecessary packaging that ultimately harms the environment, so this eco-friendly approach is amazing.

Ultimately, while consumers can do their bit for the environment, it’s very difficult to make an impactful change if everywhere you buy from uses unsustainable packaging. So a big shout out to Proverb Skin for this awesome and truly eco-friendly approach!

The fact that the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set is vegan and cruelty-free too is *chef’s kiss*.

I found popping the refill into the outer casing straightforward and easy. Everything is clearly explained, and the process is hassle-free.

I went for the Coconut & Tonka scent, and it smells absolutely unreal. This sweet fragrance uplifts my mood immediately and makes applying deodorant actually fun. It’s like wearing perfume. For people that don’t like fragrances or can’t use scented deodorants, there is an unscented option. But if you like nice-smelling deodorants, this one blows every single other deodorant I’ve used out of the water.

Applying the deodorant is easy, as it simply glides across my skin. It has a waxy/balmy texture. The Refillable Deodorant Starter Set doesn’t leave any white marks either, so no stained clothes!

This is hands down the best deodorant I’ve ever tried. Even after intense exercise, I still feel fresh and don’t smell sweaty. 2-3 swipes are definitely enough. It’s 100% very long-wearing.

Where to buy

Retailing for £17, you can purchase the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set from Proverb Skin. At the time of writing this post, it’s currently on offer for £15! Shop now for extra savings.

I think £17 for a long-lasting and highly effective deodorant is great. Plus, you’re doing your bit for the planet by choosing this deodorant, so it’s smiles all around.

Do I recommend the cruelty-free deodorant?

This vegan, cruelty-free and eco-friendly deodorant is fantastic. The brand values and packaging are excellent, the deodorant smells amazing and lasts all day, and there are no stained clothes at the end.

It’s a resounding yes from me. I’m so happy I got to try the Refillable Deodorant Starter Set, and I will continue to get this in the future.

Rating: 5 stars

If you’re looking for a new eco-friendly deodorant, you need to give this one a try!

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If you’re looking for an affordable Amazon at-home waxing kit for smooth skin, then you need to check out the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit.

Horror stories about at-home waxing being painful, poor quality, and patchy can often put people off buying their own kit. The prospect of at-home waxing going wrong is pretty scary, so I can understand people’s concerns.

But what if you could have a simple experience and relatively painless of waxing in the comfort of your own home? Well, the digital Tress Wellness Waxing Kit makes waxing at home convenient and fun at a low price point.

In this review, I’m going to discuss what’s in the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit, how to use it, my experience with the kit, before and after photos, and my top tips for making the most out of this kit. If you’d like to see how a waxing rookie got on with this kit, then please keep on reading.

What is Tress Wellness?

Founded in Sweden, Tress Wellness is a personal care and wellbeing company that aims to offer high-quality and effective products. It strives to be inclusive, body-positive, and environmentally friendly. The firm is cruelty-free and natural ingredient-led.

What comes in the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit?

The Tress Wellness Waxing Kit comes with the following products:

• Digital wax warmer
• Instruction manual
• Pre-wax spray
• Post-wax spray
• 5 scented wax bean bags (lemon, eucalyptus, lavender, tea tree and peppermint)
• 5 protective warmer rings
• 20 waxing sticks
• 10 eyebrow waxing sticks

You’ve got everything you need in this kit to start waxing at home right away. No additional purchases are necessary.

Tress Wellness Waxing Kit claims

The Tress Wellness Waxing Kit promises to make at-home waxing easy, straightforward and thorough. The wax has been formulated to have a uniquely low melting point so it’s pliable and easy to handle, as well as not being too hot for the skin. By purchasing this affordable kit, it eliminates the need for expensive salon visits, according to the brand.

Claiming to be suitable for all skin types, this at-home wax kit is meant to be inflammation- and irritation-free. With an adjustable temperature setting on the digital wax warmer, the product promises to make your skin smooth and burn-free. The wax can be used on coarse and fine hair, as well as on the body and face, Tress Wellness says. This waxing kit is cruelty-free.

Patch testing

Before you start using the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit, you must do a patch test 24 hours before you intend to wax. This is to test for allergic reactions. Please do a patch test people, as you don’t want to find yourself with an allergic reaction after placing wax all over your legs. Stay safe.

For the patch test, you’re advised to apply some wax on the inner part of your arm, where there’s no hair. I didn’t have an allergic reaction, so I moved on to trying out the kit.

How to use the at-home waxing kit

After doing a patch test, pour some waxing beans of your choice into the digital wax warmer. Although the instructions don’t say how many beans to put in the warmer, start off with fewer beans than you’ll anticipate using and add more if needed. I went with the eucalyptus beans. Next, pop the lid on the digital warmer and crank the temperature up to max (125 degrees).

Once roughly half the beans have melted, take off the lid and turn down the temperature to between 60 and 80 degrees. The instruction guide explains more about the temperatures, but you shouldn’t have the wax too warm, otherwise it will burn your skin. I went with 70 degrees.

While the beans are melting, apply some pre-wax spray onto your skin to prep it for waxing. There’s also an after-wax spray included in the kit to soothe and moisturise the skin when you’ve finished.

Your wax is ready when the light next to the temperature display goes green, which means you’ve reached your desired temperature, and the consistency is like runny honey.

Next, dip one of the waxing sticks into the wax, apply the wax to the desired area with firm pressure, leave it to cool for about 30-45 seconds, and then pull the wax off. Repeat until all of the hair has disappeared. Easy peasy.

Honest review of the Tress Wellness at-home waxing kit

Prior to being gifted the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit, I’d never tried at-home waxing before, so I had no idea what to expect. In some ways, I felt optimistic that this would be a great alternative to shaving. In other ways, I didn’t know if this kit would end up being more hassle than it’s worth.

But, thankfully, I had a great experience.

The kit is straightforward to use. After reading the instructions through once, I felt like I had a clear understanding of what to do. The eucalyptus beads have a mild but pleasant scent.

The pre-wax spray is lightweight and has a faint coconut scent. It dries down quickly too, so it’s super convenient. I loved using this.

Once my wax was ready to use – which took about 5 minutes – I started applying it on my legs. It took some getting the hang of, but once I figured it out, the process was effortless.

The wax wasn’t as hot as I was expecting either; it was warm. This made for a great experience, as the wax didn’t feel uncomfortable. When the wax had cooled, I slightly lifted an edge and pulled the hardened wax. The wax came off easily and with it a load of hairs too! I actually found the experience really fun and therapeutic. It worked so well.

When I’d finished waxing, I had some wax residue left on my skin. However, some liberal spritzing of the after-wax spray got rid of any leftover wax. The after-wax spray smells amazing too. It has a stronger coconut scent than the pre-wax spray and is richer. I think it did an excellent job at nourishing and soothing my skin post-waxing, as my skin felt moisturised and protected.

The Tress Wellness Waxing Kit is amazing! It delivers on all of its claims and left me with smooth, hairless and glowy skin. All from the comfort of my own home, which I love.

Before and after

I took some before and after photos to show you that this at-home waxing kit really works.

As you can see, pretty much all of the hairs are gone. There were a few stragglers left, but that’s because A) I’m not very hairy anyway, and the hairs left are very fine, and B) I’m still getting used to waxing at home.

There was a little bit of redness after waxing for about an hour, but this quickly subsided. The after-wax spray definitely helps ease some of the redness.

My tips for using the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit

After using the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit, I’ve got a few helpful tips to share with you based on my own experience:

• Glide the wax down your skin just once, don’t go back and forth. Otherwise you’ll end up with messier wax that doesn’t set properly and is much harder to lift off your skin. It will lift off in sections, which is annoying.
• Apply firm pressure. If you don’t, the wax won’t stick down as well, and it’ll lift fewer hairs, which means you’ll have to go over the same area more than once.
• Make sure the wax layer isn’t too thick. If I applied the wax too thickly, it didn’t work properly.
• Spread the wax in one clean movement for even coverage.
• Be sure to use the pre- and after-wax sprays, as they make a difference to the whole at-home waxing experience.

Following my tips, as well as the instructions, will ensure you get flawless waxing results.

Where to buy

The Tress Wellness Waxing Kit retails for £49.95 on Amazon. Considering you get a full waxing kit and don’t need to make any extra purchases, I think this is a great price. The wax warmer itself is going to last ages. I can’t stress enough that for a home waxing kit that truly works, this is a fantastic investment and a great price. One wax at a professional salon could cost upwards of £50!

When it comes time to repurchase the wax beans, sprays and sticks, the refill set costs a modest £24.95.

Do I recommend this Amazon waxing kit?

If it’s not already clear from my review, then I 100% recommend the Tress Wellness Waxing Kit for an easy at-home experience. It’s super simple to use, fun, and you get great results.

Rating: 5 stars

I couldn’t be happier with the results. This waxing kit would be a great gift for anyone interested in waxing, particularly if they get professional waxes, as it would save them a lot of money.

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Today, I’ve got a slightly different review for you as I’m going to be sharing my thoughts on the vegan Estrid Razor.

Firstly, I’d like to say a big thank you to Estrid for sending me this to try. My old razor was very much past its best, so I’m thrilled to have a new – and very pretty – razor.

The Estrid Razor is pretty popular across social media. But does it give you the smoothest skin of your life or are there better options out there? Please keep on reading to hear my honest thoughts on this product.

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What is Estrid?

Estrid is a female-founded razor brand that aims to make shaving care affordable for all women. The brand says that shaving is a choice but offers pretty razors to those who want to shave.

Estrid was created as the solution to our own shave-care problems.  

Estrid

Importantly, Estrid is cruelty-free and vegan, whilst striving to be high-quality.

Estrid Razor claims

The Estrid Razor promises to give you super smooth skin, while nourishing and moisturising it at the same time due to the lubricating strip.

Our 5-blade cruelty-free, vegan cartridges provide the closest shave ever whilst protecting your skin. 

Estrid

The razor’s handle also claims to be ergonomically shaped and perfectly weighted with a minimalistic Scandinavian design. As the handle is made from steel, this makes it long-lasting and eco-friendly, meaning you only need to replace the blades when they become blunt as opposed to throwing out the entire razor.

The Estrid Razor also comes with a holder that easily sticks to your bathroom wall.

Make sure you keep your razor high, proud and dry when not in use by placing it in the holder that’s included in the starter kit.

Estrid

Estrid Razor packaging

Okay, we need to talk about Estrid’s packaging. How cute is this? It’s pretty, chic and feminine, which I’m totally here for. I love it when brands focus on packaging as it really adds to the overall experience.

Obviously, the most important part of any product is how well it works. But gorgeous packaging is a bonus for me and I think Estrid has done a fantastic job.

Each Estrid kit comes with a razor, 2 blades, a wall mount and a little pouch to store the razor when not in the bathroom.

My thoughts on the Estrid Razor

Not only do I love the brand’s ethos and packaging, I also think the Estrid Razor performs really well.

The handle feels sturdy and high-quality, which makes holding the razor easy. I know that might sound strange but it makes shaving simple as you have a solid base to work with. It doesn’t feel cheap and flimsy like some of the other razors on the market.

Be careful, though, the blades are super sharp. I’m clumsy and cut myself when I first used the razor, so just go in with a light hand. However, once I realised how sharp the blades were, I applied a very small amount of pressure. The result? Super smooth skin.

As the lubricating strip on the Estrid Razor is nourishing, your skin doesn’t feel sore or bumpy after shaving. This is something I’d often experience with previous razors, so I really appreciate the effect this razor has on the skin. You can hardly feel the razor as it glides over your skin.

I also love that the brand says that shaving is a choice. This is important and gets rid of negative messages around women needing to shave.

Where to buy

The Estrid Razor costs £7.95 and can be purchased from Estrid. As mentioned previously, the kit comes with the razor itself, 2 blades, a wall mount and a little pouch to store the razor when not in the bathroom.

This is such a fantastic price. It’s a high-quality and vegan razor, based around a fantastic ethos, so I can’t stress how much of a bargain this is!

By signing up, Estrid can deliver four replacement cartridges for £9.95 as often as you want. You can also cancel at any time. I think this is an awesome incentive and one that I’m going to be taking up!

Final thoughts on the vegan razor

Overall, I’m super impressed with the Estrid Razor, especially for the price point. From the pretty packaging right through to the positive messaging, Estrid is an awesome brand to support.

Rating: 5 stars

A high-quality and affordable razor? Yes please!

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