piscessiren
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Dec 10, 2005 13:25:57 GMT -4
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Post by piscessiren on Aug 18, 2007 1:29:12 GMT -4
I'm starting to use all my Lush goodies I recently bought (just ask Kore and LisaNewYork!) and I am a bit confused about how to use the Aquamarina.
Do I just break off a piece and rub it in my hands and then lather it on my face?
How long should I leave it on?
Any advice?
Lushfully yours,
Pisces
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Post by kateln on Aug 18, 2007 8:24:19 GMT -4
Pisces, you want to pinch off a small bit, and mix with a little water to make a paste. As for how long to leave it on, that depends on you--some people use it like a cleanser and rub it on, and wash it off--for me personally, I use it like a face mask in the morning--rub in on--let it sit for a few minutes, and then rinse it off in the shower. I find it calms my natural ruddiness.
I will tell you that when you first start to play with it to get the paste, it takes a bit of practice--but it's oh so worth it! Aquamarina is the product that turned me into a Lush Whhhoooorrreeee!
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Post by WitchyPoo on Aug 18, 2007 14:08:28 GMT -4
I use Aquamarina but I still can't get used to the seaweed. When it's soft and wet it kinda grosses me out. Plus, it gets stuck in the hair catcher I have in my sink and then that causes the water to rise up in the sink. I tend to pick out the clay stuff and leave the seaweed behind in the container.
I'm thinking about switching to a bar facial cleaner so I get my money's worth. I spent $15 on Aquamarina and I'm wasting a few bucks on the seaweed.
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kore
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Oct 10, 2024 8:13:48 GMT -4
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Post by kore on Aug 18, 2007 19:05:53 GMT -4
I use Aqua Marina as a cleanser. I break off a bit and with water mush it up in my hand then wash my face with it. (I also ty to avoid the seaweed, WitchyPoo)
I follow up with Angels on Bare Skin (in the evenings) as an exfoliator. (Just another product I found I can't be without).
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grumpygirl
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Oct 10, 2024 8:13:48 GMT -4
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Post by grumpygirl on Aug 19, 2007 21:05:38 GMT -4
I have finally gotten the hang of making the AoBS paste. It just takes longer than I thought and I have to add a bit more water. Mr. G used his shampoo bar and likes it. He never gets too thrilled about anything that doesn't have a computer chip in it, but for him, he liked it.
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Eeyore
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Mar 8, 2005 13:41:20 GMT -4
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Post by Eeyore on Aug 20, 2007 20:00:56 GMT -4
I discovered awhile ago that this was not a thread for alcoholics, but had no idea what LUSH was.
Went to the mall yesterday, and saw that it was the newest store (with an H&M opening on Thursday - the first ever in Canada - yay!). So I spent a bit of time looking around, and saw that a bar of soap cost around $10-$12.
I was sooooo tempted to buy one called Honey I Washed the Kids (since I have supersensitive skin), but thought I'd pop in here first and ask the experts:
Q1: About how long does a typical 150-200g bar of Lush soap last?
Q2: If I start using Lush products, will I ever be able to go back to the grocery store aisle?
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grumpygirl
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Oct 10, 2024 8:13:48 GMT -4
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Post by grumpygirl on Aug 20, 2007 20:05:52 GMT -4
I bought a bar of Fresh Farmacy in May and used it until two weeks ago. The remnants of it are still in my shower soap dish and the replacement in at the sink. I've also had the same Enzymion moisterizer and Tea Tree Toner since May without replacement, so this stuff seems to last forever, making the initial payout seem a bit less scary.
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Post by Brookie on Aug 20, 2007 20:22:19 GMT -4
We got two boxes of Haagenbath in today with our order, but we can't break it out until Saturday (it's the official national party day). Um, all I can say is that if you like the smell of Fair Trade Foot Lotion or the smell of used Wrigley's Spearmint gum, and want to smell like one or both of those all over, you'll like the new bomb.
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Eeyore
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Mar 8, 2005 13:41:20 GMT -4
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Post by Eeyore on Aug 20, 2007 22:10:00 GMT -4
Thanks, GrumpyGirl. I think I'll pick up some soap this weekend, and look at all the other goodies they have there. I'm not a bath person, but moisturizers and toners are always good to have.
I must have fondled that Honey soap for a good two minutes before I decided NOT to buy it, but if the bar will last a couple of months, I simply must have one.
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Post by Brookie on Aug 20, 2007 22:22:17 GMT -4
Eeyore - ask for a sample of the honey soap. It IS lovely stuff - gentle, mild, cleanses well and smells heavenly. I clean my face with it all the time.
When you buy some, ask for a fresh bar. Have them cut it for you - the smell will drive you wild.
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