Empties #21

I have a really positive empties post for you today, only one of them got a thumbs down from me!  I have also started including a 'rating' where I have rated the product out of 10, hopefully you will find this useful, it makes sense in my head!

Phil Smith Dry Cleaners Dry Shampoo

Thoughts:  First of all, can I just say how awesome is the name of this dry shampoo, DRY CLEANERS, geddit?!  Anyway... I was sent this by the lovely Phil Smith PR people along with a few other bits to try out so here are my thoughts!  I love the smell of this dry shampoo and out of all the ones I have tried I would probably rate it 2nd best best before Batiste.  It did work quite well but I found I had to use quite a lot to get my desired effect (probably because I am lazy and never wash my hair...).  It applies much lighter and not in the white opaque way which Batiste does so I think that made me feel like I needed to use more, but I think if you were looking for something less heavy then this is definitely worth a try.  Phil Smith products are available from Sainsbury's, link here, £2/150ml. 

Cruelty-free?: Yes BUAV

Repurchase?: If I had the choice I would pick Batiste first but I love that it's BUAV Approved

Rate: 6/10

The Body Shop Banana Shampoo & Conditioner

Thoughts:  I had heard good things about the banana shampoo but I was wary of trying it as it contains SLS/SLES which I prefer to avoid, however I have reintroduced them by alternating with a SLS/SLES free shampoo and it seems to work okay for me.  I never really notice much difference when using shampoos and conditioners but I actually did for these ones.  I found my hair was soft and shiny after using them and felt really healthy.  £5/250ml each here, but TBS always have offers online so I recommend holding out for a 30%+ offer! 

Cruelty-free?: Yes

Repurchase?: Yes

Rate: 8/10

Liz Earle Skin Repair Moisturiser

Thoughts:  I have used this moisturiser for years but I rarely finish a tub myself, I used to share it with my mum or it goes out of date and I have to bin it... Finally I have finished one!  I love this moisturiser but I think it's time for me to see what other options are out there!  £20.25/50ml tub here.

Cruelty-free?: Yes BUAV

Repurchase?: Yes

Rate: 8/10

Ren Clarifying Toning Lotion

Thoughts:  This was my first experience with acid toner and I really liked it.  It works as a light exfoliator and helps get rid of milia.  I found it really refreshing to use and left my skin feeling clear and healthy.  I am currently trying the Pixi Glow Tonic, we'll see which I prefer!  £13/150ml here.

Cruelty-free?: Yes (although parent company is now Unilever)

Repurchase?: Yes

Rate: 8/10

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter Body Moisturiser

Thoughts:  I got this in a Christmas box set and didn't use it until I went on holiday.  I found the scent very strong and a bit off-putting but I did like the moisturiser itself.  I put it in fridge and used it on sunburn ha!  £10/300ml here.

Cruelty-free?: Yes (although some people aren't convinced by their statement)

Repurchase?: No

Rate: 4/10