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Planning the perfect romantic getaway means thoughtfully curating every detail, right down to your bath and body care essentials. As I prepare for a dreamy escape to Oregon’s Willamette Valley, my first stop is LUSH. With a luxurious soaking tub waiting at our destination, I’m carefully selecting products to transform our bathroom into a personal spa retreat.
For fellow bath enthusiasts and beauty lovers, I’m sharing my complete LUSH shopping list, featuring their iconic handmade products that I’ll be using to create a five star spa experience. From effervescent bath bombs to nourishing body scrubs, here’s everything I’m packing to create moments of pure bliss.
My Lush List
Here is everything I packed for my getaway along with a few other favorites:
Love Potion Bath Bomb: This is a Valentine’s Day release so it is only available for a short time. I love the pretty purple color and the popping “candies” that are inside.
Intergalactic Bath Bomb: My husband requested I pick him up a bath bomb to use too. I love the refreshing smell and knew he would too.
Dragon’s Egg: I didn’t bring this one on the trip, but I do love this bath bomb. The citrus scent is amazing.
Brightside Bubble Bar: As much as I enjoy a bath bomb, I really love bubbles. This citrus bubble bar makes great bubbles while also making the water a very fun orange color.
Rub Rub Rub Body Scrub: Of course, you can’t have a spa retreat without a good body scrub. This one is my favorite from LUSH.
Catastrophe Cosmetic: I bought this specifically to use on my trip, but then left it in the refrigerator at home. Still haven’t used it yet.
Mask of Magnaminty (Self-Preserving): I didn’t buy this during my last visit to LUSH, but it is typically the mask I buy here. I love that it doesn’t have to be stored in the refrigerator.
Tips for Picking the Perfect Lush Products
When I head to LUSH, I always like to come prepared. The store has such a wide range of products that it can be a bit overwhelming to decide what to grab on the spot. That’s why I like to visit their website ahead of time and make a list of the products I want to buy. This way, I know exactly what I’m looking for when I get to the store, making the shopping experience more enjoyable and less stressful.
One important thing to keep in mind when shopping at LUSH is that all of their products come with distinct fragrances. To avoid clashing scents, I recommend sticking to fragrances that complement each other. I personally gravitate toward fruity scents, especially citrus. There’s something so refreshing and energizing about the tangy notes of lemon, lime, or orange. When I’m selecting bath bombs, body scrubs, or shower gels, I try to choose products with similar fruity aromas to create a harmonious, spa-like experience.
If you’re unsure where to start, consider choosing a fragrance profile that you love and stick with it for your entire shopping list. That way, every product you bring home will enhance your getaway experience without overwhelming your senses.
How to Store Your Products for Maximum Freshness
Some Lush products are not shelf-stable and need to be refrigerated. If you can’t refrigerate them, be sure to purchase the self-preserving products. These are formulated to last without refrigeration and still maintain their fresh, effective quality.
Bath bombs and bubble bars often contain coloring or glitter, which requires extra care when storing them. I personally keep my bath bombs in the bags I get from the store, and then I store them in a glass jar with a lid. This helps reduce the air and moisture that comes in contact with the bath bombs, keeping them fresher for longer.
As for bubble bars, make sure they are completely dry before storing them. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a mess of color stains wherever you place them—trust me, I learned this the hard way!
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