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Lena Loves… Lush Cosmetics

September 14, 2010 By Lena

There are many reasons why I love Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics. After pondering these points, I realized that my own list almost identically matches Lush’s core beliefs. Not one to create extra work for myself, I thought I’d share them with you:

– We believe in making effective products from fresh, organic fruit and vegetables, the finest essential oils and safe synthetics.

– We invent our own products and fragrances. We make them fresh by hand using little or no preservative or packaging, using only vegetarian ingredients, and tell you when they were made.

– We believe in buying ingredients only from companies that do not commission tests on animals and in testing our products on humans.

– We believe in happy people making happy soap, putting our faces on our products and making our mums proud.

– We believe in long candlelit baths, sharing showers, massage, filling the world with perfume and in the right to make mistakes, lose everything and start again.

– We believe our products are good value, that we should make a profit and that the customer is always right.

Yep, hard not to love a company like that.

I was first introduced to Lush Cosmetics waaaay back in my university days. A little fling gave me an ominous ball that vaguely resembled an oversized Jawbreaker; I later learned that it was a “Bath Bomb.” The Bath Bomb was pioneered by Lush – it was their signature item, their raison d’être, if you please. The fling didn’t last, but my love for the fizzy, fragrant effervescent bombs did.

14 years later, Lush’s Bath Bomb is just another quality addition to their already stacked roster of bath, skin, haircare and fragrance items. Personally, I’m a huge fan of their Lemony Flutter Cuticle Butter, Sex Bomb Bath Bomb, Mint Julip Lip Balm and Smitten Hand Cream. De-Lush!

Another reason to love Lush? They’re constantly coming out with new, innovative products that are 100% vegetarian (and over 70% vegan!). These goodies for bath, hair and body are loaded with fresh, natural ingredients and minimal preservatives.

Did I mention they’re all handmade? You bet –

“Every week we make products in small batches, by hand. Rather than relying on mass-produced, machine-made formulations and then warehousing excess stock, LUSH makes products as needed to ensure that everything delivered to your local shop or front door is as freshly made as possible. You may be purchasing product that is only days, or even hours, old.”

You can shop online or find a store near you.

Time for a Lush-ous giveaway!

One Listen to Lena! reader will win a Lush Legends Gift Set (value $199.95!)

The ultimate in LUSH luxury, LUSH Legends is the most impressive gift we’ve got. If you’ve a LUSH lover in your life and really want to make them squeal with delight and be eternally grateful to you, present them with this gold, sparkly hat box. Inside are 23 of our legendary bath, shower, hair and body products. There are two massage bars inside, so you may even get a back massage as thanks.

To enter, visit Lush’s website and then leave a comment here on Listen to Lena! telling us:

What your favourite Lush product is and why
-or-

Which product you’d like to try and why!

Blog followers: treat yourself to an extra entry! Remember, you must leave a separate comment announcing your follower status. I’ll draw for a winner at the end of September. Good luck everybody!

Filed Under: Beauty, Contests Tagged With: contest, handmade, Lush Cosmetics

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  1. ekg

    September 14, 2010 at 5:31 pm

    Sea Vegetable Soap for me. Lime and Lavender are my two favorite things…I've never seen them combined and would love to try it.

  2. Michelle

    September 14, 2010 at 5:34 pm

    I'll take the icy blue shampoo – love to try out new things for my hairAnd I'll take a bath bomb – they look SO neat! I choose the avobath. I'm a big fan of anything avocado

  3. Tricha

    September 14, 2010 at 5:40 pm

    Would love to try Playdoze for my daughter because I want her to be more willing to take a bath at nights instead of saying she already had one last night. For myself, I would love to try Big Blue bath bomb. Just thought it would be cool to have the feeling of the ocean when relaxing in the tub.

  4. Kailin

    September 14, 2010 at 5:43 pm

    I LOVE the bath bombs, the smell and the experience. When I buy them they force me to fit in a relaxing bath which is a GREAT thing. I would love to try the lip balms because my lips are ALWAYS dry in the fall and winter.

  5. Ella Pretty

    September 14, 2010 at 5:44 pm

    I'd like to try the Bubblegum Lip Scrub – as I need a lip exfoliater – and have read good reviews about Lush's one.

  6. Ella Pretty

    September 14, 2010 at 5:47 pm

    Extra entry for following:I'd also try Alkmaar soap – I love Jasmine and honeysuckle.

  7. silverbullet71

    September 14, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    I have always loved their shampoo bars, but I have never tried their bath bombs, even though they are their signature item!! I think I would try the Fizzy O'Therapy bath bomb first, to tend to these sore muscles o' mine!!

  8. Anonymous

    September 14, 2010 at 6:01 pm

    I have 2 lush favs: Dream Cream – it makes my skin sooo soft! And the King of Skin body butter – it's a moisturizer you use in the shower. I love saving time like that;)LeeAnn

  9. Shauna

    September 14, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    OHHHHHH! I can't pass up this contest!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE Lush! My fave product so far is the Butterball bath bomb. I'd love to try the Recon Hair Treatment.I usually can't handle smelly stores (ie: Body Shop), and can't walk through the perfume section of department stores. But the smells from Lush don't bother me at all. It's hard to get me out of the store once I'm in. Thank you for this delicious contest!!

  10. NanaNanaNana

    September 14, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    I've never used Lush products, but I would love to try their bath bombs and massage bars! Great prize!

  11. Michelle

    September 14, 2010 at 6:37 pm

    I would love to try the Creamy Candy Bubble Bar.(not pregnant just gmail)

  12. Michelle

    September 14, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    I am a follower!(not pregnant just gmail)

  13. cowgirlpride

    September 14, 2010 at 7:31 pm

    I love the bath bombs the best.

  14. Margheret

    September 14, 2010 at 7:35 pm

    Love the bath bombs

  15. Margheret

    September 14, 2010 at 7:36 pm

    Follow your blog

  16. Nancy G

    September 14, 2010 at 7:40 pm

    Love to try the bath bombs- hard to even choose one since they all sound so relaxing and I'm sure they smell delicious!

  17. Nancy G

    September 14, 2010 at 7:40 pm

    Follow your blog

  18. Erie

    September 14, 2010 at 8:23 pm

    The first thing I run to at a lush store is their bath bomb section. I can't get enough. My favorite bath bomb to date is their Sex Bomb bath bomb. It's like soaking in a bath of Jasmine tea … so calming and soothing!

  19. Erie

    September 14, 2010 at 8:23 pm

    Following your blog! Love your blog! :D

  20. Glogirl

    September 14, 2010 at 8:53 pm

    I would love to try the LUSH Lime Smoothie because the scent sounds amazing (it has strawberry in it too and I love the scent of strawberry!).

  21. Glogirl

    September 14, 2010 at 8:53 pm

    I follow via GFC.

  22. Daria

    September 14, 2010 at 8:58 pm

    I love the Geo Phyzz bathbomb. It smells like pine trees and has mineral salts… very calming!

  23. Addison K.A.T.

    September 14, 2010 at 9:05 pm

    I'd love to try the Two Timing Tart Bubble Bar because I love bubbles bath and this sounds like it would smell absolutely yummy!anita[dot]truck[at]gmail[dot]com

  24. Addison K.A.T.

    September 14, 2010 at 9:05 pm

    I follow you via GFCanita[dot]truck[at]gmail[dot]com

  25. Joyo

    September 14, 2010 at 9:11 pm

    I LOVE the Tea deodorant. I've used it for years and can't find another natural one that works as well!

  26. trish

    September 14, 2010 at 10:24 pm

    I used to love the peppermint foot lotion!!! It worked great and smelled good too!

  27. Nancy Ghuman

    September 14, 2010 at 10:29 pm

    I have never tried any Lush products before, I just checked out their site and would love to try the Sweetie Pie shower jelly!

  28. Nancy Ghuman

    September 14, 2010 at 10:29 pm

    I'm a blog follower!

  29. christinadragan

    September 14, 2010 at 11:45 pm

    LOVE the ocean salt cleanser – it does miracles to my skin, leaves it so soft.

  30. christinadragan

    September 14, 2010 at 11:46 pm

    Following your blog ;)

  31. Jen

    September 14, 2010 at 11:55 pm

    Hey Lena,Been awhile – couldn't help myself, such a LUSH FAN! I love their Lemon Bath Bomb and would love to try one of their body scrubs!Jen :) xo

  32. Jen

    September 14, 2010 at 11:55 pm

    I'm a follower as always.

  33. Katie

    September 15, 2010 at 12:12 am

    I love the smells when you walk by a LUSH store.I love the Rub Rub Rub shower gel.But also love anything with mint in itKatiekatiejaneallen at gmail dot com

  34. Katie

    September 15, 2010 at 12:13 am

    I follow your blogKatiekatiejaneallen at gmail dot com

  35. Caitlin

    September 15, 2010 at 1:27 am

    rockstar is my faveit smells like candy! I've been buying it ever since I can remember!

  36. Caitlin

    September 15, 2010 at 1:28 am

    and Im a for sure follower of your blog!!!!

  37. Monica@BeautyParler

    September 15, 2010 at 2:15 am

    I love so many things from LUSH, but my most recent new faves is their milk cleanser 9-5 & hair lotion R&B.

  38. Miriam

    September 15, 2010 at 2:31 am

    The bath bombs sound exciting.mmayerfeld at gmail

  39. Halifax

    September 15, 2010 at 2:51 am

    I want to try the Comforter Bubble Bar, lots of people love it and I haven't tried, very curious

  40. Halifax

    September 15, 2010 at 2:51 am

    I'm a blog follower

  41. Ange

    September 15, 2010 at 3:46 am

    My fave has always been Dream Cream!

  42. Ange

    September 15, 2010 at 3:46 am

    I'm a follower!

  43. Monica

    September 15, 2010 at 4:25 am

    I'd love to try the Porridge soap… although I could find about 20 more things I'd like to try too :)detroit.mommy (at) gmail (dot) com

  44. Monica

    September 15, 2010 at 4:26 am

    I'm a followerdetroit.mommy (at) gmail (dot) com

  45. Annie1

    September 15, 2010 at 4:27 am

    I would love to try Lush's Caca Rouge Mama Henna! I've wanted to try henna for a long time!tynancyrobster at gmail dot com

  46. Annie1

    September 15, 2010 at 4:28 am

    Follow via GFCAnnie1tynancyrobster at gmail dot com

  47. Lori

    September 15, 2010 at 12:57 pm

    Summer Pudding Soap. I'm a big fan of products that sound and smell like food.

  48. Tammi @ My Organized Chaos

    September 15, 2010 at 12:57 pm

    I like the body butter tin, I always need lotion in the car!!Thanks Lena!

  49. Tammi @ My Organized Chaos

    September 15, 2010 at 12:59 pm

    I follow you Lena!

  50. Jamie

    September 15, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    I'd love to try the Seanik solid shampoo, would be great for traveling!

  51. Randa @ The Bewitchin' Kitchen

    September 15, 2010 at 1:33 pm

    I really want to try the Dream Cream

  52. Randa @ The Bewitchin' Kitchen

    September 15, 2010 at 1:33 pm

    I follow!

  53. andrea

    September 15, 2010 at 2:17 pm

    Follow you via email subscription! Great blog!

  54. andrea

    September 15, 2010 at 2:17 pm

    I'd love to try the Vanillary Solid Perfume…I have yet to try any Lush products!

  55. Lotus

    September 15, 2010 at 5:21 pm

    Ohhh Lush products! Awesome contest:) I would love to try their hair treatments- especially the R & B Tropical cocktail:)

  56. Lotus

    September 15, 2010 at 5:21 pm

    I am also a follower! :)

  57. Alexa19jm

    September 15, 2010 at 5:39 pm

    American Cream is my absolute favorite product!!!! I'd love to try their Grass shower gel!!Cheers!

  58. Alexa19jm

    September 15, 2010 at 5:40 pm

    American Cream is my absolute fav! I'd love to try the Grass Shower Gel!

  59. Rhonda

    September 15, 2010 at 5:51 pm

    My favorite Lush product is Fresh Farmacy, I love that it is calamine based so it soothes the red in my skin that I get with eczema.

  60. xmd5

    September 15, 2010 at 6:48 pm

    i like to try Prince Triple Orange Blossom shaving cream, i love orange smell

  61. xmd5

    September 15, 2010 at 6:49 pm

    im a GFC foloower

  62. Jessica

    September 15, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    i like to try Prince Triple Orange Blossom shaving cream, i love orange smell

  63. Jessica

    September 15, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    GFC follower – Jessica

  64. Luisa R

    September 15, 2010 at 7:14 pm

    I would like to try Butterball Bath Balm. I never get a chance to treat myself to a bath, so would love the chance to try this product. THanks:)

  65. Luisa R

    September 15, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    I follow your blog

  66. Jessie J.

    September 15, 2010 at 11:15 pm

    The comforter. Black currant. mmm.

  67. Nicki

    September 16, 2010 at 1:12 am

    I want to try the bubble bath bars . . . one of each please! LOL!

  68. Nicki

    September 16, 2010 at 1:12 am

    Follower!! :)

  69. jann

    September 16, 2010 at 1:34 am

    I love Herbalism and Ocean Salt. You can use Herbalism for a great calming and gentle face wash or Ocean Salt for a refreshing body scrub. You can also mix the two products together for a wonderul face scrub.

  70. Vanda O.

    September 16, 2010 at 1:45 am

    I love LUSH! It's good timing as I have finished the wonderful soap, called Dreamtime and love the Therapy Massage bar.Cheers, V.

  71. Tracy

    September 16, 2010 at 2:59 am

    Oh Lena! What wouldn't I love to try!!!! I think if I had to choose, it would be the Vanillary Fragrance. I am a sucker for beautiful vanilla and this would be the sweet treat I would want to smell like!!Thanks for the chance,Tracylulus.pals@gmail.com

  72. Tracy

    September 16, 2010 at 2:59 am

    I am a blog follower!lulus.pals@gmail.com

  73. ash

    September 16, 2010 at 6:19 am

    I would love to try the demon in the dark scent, sounds devine!

  74. Natasha

    September 16, 2010 at 7:59 am

    I would really like to try their shampoo bars, because I've always been intrigued how 80 washes fits into such a tiny package! (and if they work well)jay.built(at)hotmail(dot)com

  75. Jayme

    September 16, 2010 at 10:57 am

    I love the comforter bubble bar! Lush bubble bars are my favourite thing for a bath.

  76. Farah

    September 16, 2010 at 2:16 pm

    So far my fav lush product is the BIG shampoo cuz it makes my hair feel so clean.I would love to try the shower Emotibombs cuz they look cool :)

  77. Farah

    September 16, 2010 at 2:16 pm

    of course im a loyal blog follower :)

  78. Victoria

    September 16, 2010 at 2:46 pm

    I love their body butter bars. They are great for my hands since the paper I handle on a daily basis definitely dries them out!

  79. saturn

    September 16, 2010 at 8:48 pm

    I like the comforter bubble bar.

  80. Amber

    September 16, 2010 at 10:57 pm

    O M G. I adore LUSH! I'd be beyond excited to win this. My fav LUSH product is the Butterball bathbomb because it softens my skin so well and smells wonderful, along with New Solid Shampoo which makes my hair so much healthier. I'd love to try their new Lovely Jubblies cream, my boobis could use some perking up, lol. Also LUSH Silky Underwear powder, it sounds lovely. Thanks so much!!shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com

  81. Amber

    September 16, 2010 at 10:58 pm

    I'm already a blog follower.shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com

  82. Debbie

    September 17, 2010 at 5:11 am

    Summer Pudding Soap just sounds so delicious. mommakoala(at)cogeco(dot)ca

  83. Debbie

    September 17, 2010 at 5:12 am

    I follow via GFC (Koala)mommakoala(at)cogeco(dot)ca

  84. leanne_mac

    September 17, 2010 at 5:53 am

    I'd like to try the Marilyn hair treatment. leannemac at shaw.ca

  85. leanne_mac

    September 17, 2010 at 5:54 am

    I'm following you on gfcleannemac at shaw.ca

  86. Anonymous

    September 17, 2010 at 5:32 pm

    I would try the ultralight Protective moisturizer to look after all skin types. gizfarris@hotmail.com

  87. Amy

    September 18, 2010 at 4:45 am

    I have tried bath bombs before- but I have never even heard of Emotibombs! This is something I would like to try! amytulk2 (at) hotmail (dot) com

  88. Amy

    September 18, 2010 at 4:46 am

    I follow via GFC!

  89. pamalot

    September 19, 2010 at 12:01 pm

    I first discovered Lush on a visit to Ottawa. There is no store in my area. I fell in love with the bath bombs, my favourite being the Think Pinkpamfreecycle@gmail.com

  90. pamalot

    September 19, 2010 at 12:01 pm

    i am a current followerpamfreecycle@gmail.com

  91. M Kijiji

    September 19, 2010 at 4:58 pm

    I LOVE Lush!! Too many faves to list – butterball bath bomb, Rehab Shampoo, Honey I Washed The Kids soap, Dream Cream for my son's eczema . . .

  92. M Kijiji

    September 19, 2010 at 4:59 pm

    I also follow your blog.

  93. JenB

    September 19, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    I must admit ~ I'm new to Lush products. I have seen them before, but I've never tried any.I'd love to try the Vanishing Cream or any of the massage bars, especially after a hard day at work!

  94. JenB

    September 19, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    been a follower, since the start :)

  95. JenB

    September 19, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    been a follower, since the start :)

  96. Belinda M

    September 20, 2010 at 1:31 am

    I would love to try the MMM Melting Marshmallow Moment. It sounds decadent and I read that it softens skin and is relaxing, I want both of those thingsbluebelle0367(at)hotmail(dot)com

  97. Belinda M

    September 20, 2010 at 1:32 am

    I follow your blogbluebelle0367(at)hotmail(dot)com

  98. Amanda

    September 21, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    The sex bomb is my favourite smell! I haven't used it in the bath yet since my apartment only has a standing shower but it makes an awesome air freshener!!

  99. The Fam

    September 23, 2010 at 1:08 pm

    I'd love to try Karma soap.shannoncarman at yahoo dot com

  100. The Fam

    September 23, 2010 at 1:08 pm

    I'm a follower!shannoncarman at yahoo dot com

  101. deepika

    September 24, 2010 at 3:47 am

    id like to try any one of the bath bombs

  102. Salad For Breakfast

    September 25, 2010 at 6:07 am

    i really want to try the Ocean Salt scrub. looks fab and sounds like it smells wonderful too!

  103. Salad For Breakfast

    September 25, 2010 at 6:07 am

    i follow you on Google Friend Connect!

  104. Farah

    September 27, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    Im going to enter this again because there are so many things I really want to try from lush. I would love to try their face creams or a face toner.

  105. Farah

    September 27, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    I am a follower :)

  106. Allie

    September 27, 2010 at 2:33 pm

    Hey Lena love the bath bombs!!!!

  107. KarenFu

    September 27, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    I'd try the fizzbanger bath bomb! I have a bathtub ready for it!

  108. KarenFu

    September 27, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    I follow your blog!

  109. Amanda

    September 27, 2010 at 4:22 pm

    I love the sex bomb!! and want to try the lime smoothie!!

  110. Amanda

    September 27, 2010 at 4:23 pm

    I haven't used the sexbomb I got as a gift once but it makes my entire room smell awesome!!Extra entry for following!

  111. Amy Oulton

    September 27, 2010 at 4:24 pm

    I would love to win this, nothing makes me feel happier than a warm, amazing smelling bath!!

  112. Honda Girl

    September 28, 2010 at 2:05 am

    Id love to try the shampoos. Anything new for may hair is always good!

  113. harasarahxo

    September 28, 2010 at 5:18 am

    I would like to try the Enzymion moisturizer because it offers multipurpose properties.sarsha09@aim.co

  114. harasarahxo

    September 28, 2010 at 5:18 am

    i follow via GFCsarsha09@aim.com

  115. SaraT

    September 29, 2010 at 3:07 am

    I would love to try the lush lime smoothie!

  116. Elayna

    September 29, 2010 at 7:32 pm

    Thank you for having this contest! I would love to try their lip balms, my lips are *always* chapped in the winter and I'm sure they smell good too.

  117. Annie

    September 30, 2010 at 3:07 am

    Hi Lena,I love the All That Jas bath bomb and Godiva shampoo bar. Love the smell of jasmine!Annie

  118. Annie

    September 30, 2010 at 3:11 am

    I follow your blog daily.

  119. Louise

    September 30, 2010 at 6:46 pm

    Oh, how can I pick just one?I love the Veganese conditioner, but the Eau Roma Water got me through the summer heat this year! Since I use the Veganese all year long and never let my supply get too low, I'll pick that as my favourite. :)-Louise

  120. Farah

    September 30, 2010 at 8:44 pm

    Entering again cuz i wanna win :) Would love to try the lip scrubs I hear they are good enough to eat!

  121. Farah

    September 30, 2010 at 8:44 pm

    I am a follower of L2L

  122. aman

    September 30, 2010 at 9:46 pm

    I would LOVE to try the bath bomb to see how it works!

  123. Christine

    September 30, 2010 at 10:49 pm

    I'd like to try the "MMM Melting Marshmallow Moment" Bath Melt.

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