Anyway, my next review on Lush Cosmetics surrounds the joys of Facial Cleansers, Exfoliants and Moisturisers. I of course have mainly tried the products that are suited to my own skin type, Dry and Sensitive. A couple of the products I have tried though, I have found would be more suited to other skin types, as I will explain over the course of my skincare reviews.
First up, and the first Cleanser I tried from the range; Nine to Five Daily Cleanser!
I've had trouble finding a suitable skin care regime for a few years now. Having been pretty much spot and blemish free throughout my time at Secondary school, while others had terrible acne 'Pizza Face' nightmares going on, my skin was foundation flawless. But, in recent years and after studying Beauty Therapy, being a model for fellow students and having a Facial on a day to day basis, my skin started to take turn for the worse. It couldn't handle the constant removal of make-up, scrubbing, steaming and reapplication of make up anymore. So for years I have suffered with dry, sensitive, unhappy skin. So I decided to give Lush Skincare a go, given the brand has already helped me out on countless occasions. I was recommended Nine To Five, suitable for all skin types. I was told this product was strong enough to 'Cut through Make-up' even mascara. For removal it was as simple as a cotton wool pad or a warm flannel and did indeed leave my face feeling a little more glowing. It was almost as if there was an inbuilt moisturiser in the product. Some days though, it was as if this actually made my skin feel more greasy than moisturised. On these days I tended to team Nine to Five with Lush's Ocean Salt Exfoliant, just to be sure that my skin was super clean and fresh.
After a few weeks of use, I wasn't completely disappointed. But I was beginning to find that the 'greasy' feeling just wasn't for me anymore, however, outbreaks were much less frequent than before and my skin felt somewhat more hydrated. Plus this stuff is fantastic for Make-up removal. So to use in partnership with another cleanser to get rid of the days war paint is highly recommended. I often find a double cleanse at the end of the day gives the best results in making my skin feel it's freshest, and tends to leaves less foundation residue on Mum's brand new Cream Egyptian Cotton guest towels....
So overall, as a general day to day skin cleanser Lush 9 to 5 Cleansing lotion comes in at around 7/10. with its price coming in at a start of $9.95 for 95g it's not too bad a bargain, given that this small measure has lasted me for 6 weeks and is still going. It has a rather pleasant smell and it's ingredients include - Almond Oil, Orchid Extract, Ylang Ylang, Everlasting Flower Extract and Water. Plus it's quick 'Wax on Wax Off' application is fantastic for those of us with a busy lifestyle. If you're very much on-the-go, but still know the importance of daily make-up removal and skincare, this is a must have product for the Bathroom cupboard. It's 'Top Tip' boasting Nine To Five as 'A liquid facial cleanser for when you're in a hurry and need to cleanse and go.' So if you're in need of a quick skincare regime, get yourself into a Lush store and pick up a pot!
