Lush Voyage: July 2015

So White was originally a bath bomb at Christmas inspired by Snow White and the poisonous apple. However, for Christmas 2014 Lush introduced So White in a brand new form - a shower gel! At Christmas time I didn't like the fragrance of this... It just felt out of place. What made it fit in is it's lovely shimmering white colour. It says on the label "pure as the driven snow". I do agree this shower gel gives off a look of snow, but there's so much more to consider with this beauty.

This could pass as an all year round shower gel because of its fresh and natural fragrance. I think it would succeed as one if I'm honest. I don't think this is a shower gel that would easily sicken people. Since apple is my favourite fruit I'm well acquainted with it's fresh, slightly sweet, slightly watery and crisp aroma. So White captures this delicate aroma in one sniff. What a delight! I would prefer this shower gel in the lighter months when you are possibly showering twice a day because of the heat. I just feel this doesn't fit in with the Christmas theme whatsoever. I may be alone in that thought or not, but I just don't get it.

The Apple Infusion makes this a really light, lovely and fresh shower gel. But it's not just an addition to the fragrance. The Apple Infusion will 'de-grease' the skin as it has the ability to contract the skin cells with its acidic properties. Also, it has skin softening qualities that will leave skin clean and refreshed. So White contains Cyder Vinegar which contracts the skin cells too and tones the skin. All of this, especially in a liquid form, helps balance the skin's PH levels which is good for battling dandruff and acne. And the addition of Rose Water will soothe the skin and calm your mind, making this shower gel a treasure in your Lush shower gel line up.

The biggest criticism I have for this shower gel is it's water-thin. It really is water-thin, more so than Happy 4 Sad! This causes a looooot of waste in the shower because it comes out like spitfire. I've also kind of noticed it likes to separate a lot, I don't know why that is, but I give it a good shake and that solves that issue.

Overall, So White gives a pleasurable shower experience. It lathers well - particularly if you don't lose half of what you pour - and it's fragrance of fresh cut up apples intensifies in the shower. You think you can smell it from the bottle? Wait until you shower. It's fragrance leaves you feeling clean and smelling great and lingers on the skin for a good few hours. This shower gel does really make you feel clean so this will undoubtedly be my go-to shower gel in the summer. Snowflake Lustre through the gel adds a little touch of discreet glamour to your everyday shower experience. You'll be feeling fair using this! This shower gel perks up my mood too - it puts me in the mood to sing a happy little working song. Do you get it?? Get it?? Never mind.

I recommend So White for anyone who is hungry for a fresh and near enough natural fruity fragrance. I cannot stress how clean, crisp and strong smelling this shower gel is - it's blowing me away, almost. I'd definitely say this was the underdog of Lush Christmas 2014 because of how simple it is. Bringing simple and spectacular together boils a bottle of So White. Go on, try it... Have a bite.