The Cornish Seaweed Bath Co

August 20, 2025 - Vicki Leave a comment

I have lived in Cornwall for 10 years now, and I am always impressed with how many incredible businesses are founded here. The Cornish Seaweed Bath Co is my latest discovery. Founded in Cornwall in 2013, they’re a natural beauty brand that harness the natural power of organic seaweed, Cornish seaweed and if I know anything from living here it is that there is no shortage of seaweed or coastline.

It’s so refreshing to find a local brand producing high-quality products in small batches, using fantastic ingredients to deliver the very best results, Cornwall has outdone itself again & I am very grateful to have been sent me two products from their collection to try out and get to know the brand.

Revitalising Eye Gel

The first thing I noticed was the scent, which is a coastal ocean scent like you are by the sea. I like it a lot, it is refreshing and very calming. It comes with a lovely roller ball applicator – which makes it so cooling and soothing to apply, helping reduce puffiness around the eye. It is a product that helps refresh, hydrate, and brighten tired eyes, which I have to say is everything I want, and it is all thanks to the naturally powerful blend of seaweed and botanicals,

100% Natural & Gentle – Formulated with seaweed, flowers, and plant-based ingredients.
Kind to Delicate Skin – Calms, hydrates, and supports the sensitive eye area.
No Harsh Additives – Free from silicones, parabens, and synthetic fragrance.
Flower-Powered Formula – With Organic Seaweed, Buddleia, Chrysanthemum, Skullcap, Cypress & Aloe.
Cooling Texture – Lightweight and refreshing, never heavy or greasy.

The silicone-free formula means it absorbs beautifully, it is lightweight, non-greasy, and perfect for hydrating the under-eye area. If you want to refresh, brighten and smooth fine lines, this eye gel is the answer. Light enough for daytime, soothing enough for evening, and its natural formula makes it suitable for every skin type.

Nutri-Therm Hair Serum

This lightweight serum blends seaweed with nourishing botanicals to protect hair from heat, whilst smoothing, strengthening and giving it a healthy glossy finish, all without a trace of silicones. Not having silicones helps prevent that greasy feel and look, and my hair feels fresher and cleaner for longer.

Organic Seaweed – Packed with vitamins and minerals to deeply nourish, fortify, and strengthen hair from root to tip.
Bamboo Leaf – Boosts hair strength, encourages growth, and adds a healthy natural shine.
Eclipta – Celebrated for supporting hair growth while helping to reduce hair fall.
Broccoli Seed Oil (Brassica Oleracea Italica) – Loaded with vitamins and fatty acids to hydrate, smooth cuticles, and enhance softness.
Essential Oils of Clary Sage, Lavender, Ho Wood & Rose Geranium – A soothing, aromatic blend that calms the senses while leaving hair lightly fragranced and refreshed.

This lightweight serum absorbs beautifully, protecting your hair while leaving it smooth, shiny, and full of life. A true multitasker, it delivers protection, strength, and nourishment in every drop. It protects against,

Heat damage from styling tools
Environmental stressors like UV and pollution
Moisture loss, dryness, and brittleness
Cuticle damage, split ends, and frizz

It also helps with,

Strengthen & Repair – Reinforces hair fibres, repairs bonds, and restores resilience
Smooth & Shine – Seals the cuticle for softness, shine, and frizz control
Hydrate & Nourish – Seaweed and botanicals deeply moisturise and protect
Body & Volume – Adds lightweight lift and fullness without heaviness
Fresh for Longer – Non-greasy, silicone-free formula keeps hair looking cleaner

Even their packaging is aesthetically pleasing, it is beautifully minimal with a fresh, coastal-inspired blue and white stripe. It is also environmentally friendly and completely recyclable. They have bundles and sets available which make lovely gifts or are a great way to try the brand whilst making a saving.

I am looking forward to trying more of their skincare, top of my list is their Super-Nutrient Facial Oil and Renewal Facial Cleanser. The Cornish Seaweed Bath Co have a wide range of haircare, body and skincare products to pick from. So be sure to visit their website and have a browse.

The Cornish Seaweed Bath Co.

All products are formulated and crafted in Cornwall utilising only natural, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients centred around wild-harvested Cornish seaweed.

Green People Cha Vøhtz Age Defy+ Range

April 4, 2022April 20, 2025 - Vicki Leave a comment

(#gifted) Organic beauty brand Green People has expanded their popular Age Defy+ range to offer an AHA mask which promises to leave your skin ‘velvety soft’ this new mask promotes cellular renewal to help give you that sought after bright, youthful complexion. Count me in! This Age Defy+ collection was actually developed by the founder of Green People Charlotte Vøhtz and is targeted at those aged 35+, so this trio of luxury products really focuses on hydration, radiance and rejuvenating tired skin.

Being in my mid 40s, this Age Defy+ trio is ideal for replenishing and nourishing my skin as well as targeting the texture and dullness. I have been using the products for a little while now, and they have become a really welcome part of my evening routine.

Firstly they all smell luxurious, with soothing scents of mandarin, palmarosa, geranium, lavender and neroli, each product is a little pampering at home spa treatment, very nice indeed. My evening skincare routine has become somewhat of a wind down treat after a long, stressful day.

Cha Vøhtz Age Defy+ Purify & Hydrate Cream Cleanser*

A lovely creamy textured cleanser that is fantastic at removing makeup, I have been using it as my first evening cleanser, but you can use it in the morning too. It feels so soothing on the skin but is still very effective at removing heavy makeup, leaving your skin looking fresh, bright and feeling smooth. Packed with skin loving ingredients to give you long-lasting benefits that you can see and feel. This is a must-have cleanser if you’re over 35!

Gently, yet effectively cleanses away makeup and impurities
Intense nourishment and hydration improve skin tone and elasticity
Hibiscus helps firm and lift the skin and reduce wrinkles
Aloe Vera and Jojoba rehydrate and soften even sensitive skin
86% certified organic ingredients

Green People AHA Radiance Peel Mask

Green People Cha Vøhtz Age Defy+ AHA Radiance Peel Mask

Now this is the latest product to be added to the age Defy collection and of the three products I have tried it is the stand-out product. This mask is a blend of natural fruit extracts that deliver 5 gently exfoliating AHA’s to the skin. Long gone are those harsh abrasive exfoliating masks that do more harm than good, now we have access to gentle, natural exfoliators that deliver results, mush kinder for the skin. This mask gentle removes dead, dull skin, which helps smooth your complexion and give you that healthy glow. It promotes cell turnover which over time helps your skin rejuvenate, have increased hydration and become softer & smoother

Orange & Lemon Fruit Extracts – provide naturally occurring Citric Acids to gently exfoliate and promote healthy cell turnover
Sugar Cane Extract – provides naturally occurring glycolic acid to loosen dead cells and promote a soft, smooth texture
Billbury Fruit Extract – provides naturally occurring lactic acid and produces a healthy, youthful skin glow
Maple Sugar – provides malic and tartaric acids to further refine the skin tone.

I love this mask, the texture of my skin is smoother it feels more plump and looks brighter. Perfect way to get my skin Spring ready!

Green People Hydra Glow Sleep Mask

Green People Cha Vøhtz Age Defy+ Hydra Glow Sleep Mask

A lovely, nourishing, not too thick night cream that acts like a face mask whilst you sleep. I do enjoy a product that is intensive and that you see results from toot sweet, you genuinely wake up with smooth, plump rejuvenated skin. The fresh, scent of this sleep mask is also so nice and relaxing.

Best used 2–3 times a week after you have cleansed and exfoliated, as this aids the absorption of the mask. This has been such a luxurious pampering product for my skin after such a long Winter, I feel like my skin is getting its natural glow back just in time or Spring/Summer.

Deeply moisturises and rejuvenates overnight for a nourished, youthful complexion
Green Macro algae is rich in penta-saccharides to stimulate collagen production
Caesalpinia Spinosa delivers intense skin hydration and long-term firmness
A silky-textured cream face mask suitable for mature and sensitive skin
91% certified organic ingredients

You can find out more about this Age Defy+ Range at www.greenpeople.co.uk the collection is quite extensive, everything from serums to moisturisers and even tanning drops and body oil. So lots of products that are specifically targeted to those of us over 35 who want to have glowing, healthy skin.

Green Pride themselves on delivering, organic, vegan, cruelty-free products. Using ingredients that are ethically sourced.

* The products in this post are PR Samples.

20% Off Antipodes at Escentual

August 28, 2021 - Vicki Leave a comment

#gifted – Just a quick heads up that Escentual has a whopping 20% off all Antipodes products until September 2nd. So be quick if you want to stock up on some of your skincare favourites or try something new. I have loved and used this brand for years, they’re vegan, cruelty free and have a wonderful green ethos!

Antipodes are a brand that is very focused on the environment and harnessing the power of organic plants and natural ingredients. The entire product range which hails from New Zealand uses sustainably sourced, fresh ingredients and combines these with extensive scientific research to create effective results orientated skincare.

I have reviewed quite a few of their products over the years, so if you want to read a little more about my favourites from their range I have an Evening Skincare Review and Brand Overview let me know if you manage to purchase anything, or if you have any products from their collection that you can’t live without!

Go and pop over to escentual and browse the collection, they have everything from toners to hand creams to face masks and serums. No matter what your skin type. Be quick if you want to snap up some wonderful skincare for 20% OFF.

Antipodes is one of the few fully certified organic skincare producers in the world, making them a green beauty brand you can genuinely trust.

Heathcote & Ivory : By The Sea Collection

August 15, 2021August 30, 2025 - Vicki Leave a comment

#Gifted
Heathcote & Ivory have just released their charming ‘By The Sea Collection’ – an array of luxurious vegan-friendly hand creams, washes, soaps and much more. As the name suggests, its products have a real fresh, sea breeze feel to them which helps transport you to the bracing British coastline and beautiful endless Summers. I am lucky enough to live by the sea in Cornwall and this collection captures being by the sea in every way, the scent, packaging and the products help keep your skin feeling soft, nourished and soothed. Ideal after a day of being in the salty air, windswept beaches and sunshine.

The, By The Sea Collection is classic Heathcote & Ivory, exceptional quality for a great price. From the simple, pretty, spa like packaging which is made from sustainably sourced sugarcane, to the fantastic quality of the products themselves, which are vegan, cruelty-free and enriched with a seaweed complex infused with kelp and sea oak. Oh, and finally the ‘By The Sea’ scent which captures the essence of the coast, both the calm and relaxing escapism as well as the energy and exhilarating strength of the ocean and coastal landscape. Using citrus and woody notes alongside, fresh violets and soft musk, you’re left feeling revived.

By The Sea Seaweed Complex Hand Cream Trio £16.00

I have been trying out a few products from the collection and the trio of travel sized hand creams have been a godsend, like almost everyone using hand sanitiser a lot means my hands are dry and in dire need of some TLC. So I have popped one tube in my handbag, one in my car and the other is on my desk. So I can apply it when my hands are feeling dry throughout the day. The cream is enriched with vitamin E, aloe, glycerin and a seaweed complex, leaving your hands feeling comfortable (not greasy) and protected. At the heart of this new collection is its scent, and that beautiful, calming yet energising scent lingers on our hands long after you have applied the cream. It is so nice.

By The Sea Body Polish £8.00

This not only has the most fresh, soothing scent, but the walnut shell and sea salt scrub helps smooth and polish your skin. The scrubbies help gently exfoliate away dull, dry skin, leaving your body feeling soft, clean and smooth. Very much needed after a day on the beach, wearing suntan lotion. It is enriched with seaweed extracts, aloe vera and extract of arnica flower. It has a rich, gel like formula has the perfect amount of scrub without being abrasive, think gentle and reviving!

By The Sea Body Wash & Body Lotion Duo £23.00

I just love the body duo, the shower gel is the perfect way to refresh your skin after a long day enjoying a coastal walk and the body lotion helps revive and nourish your skin after being out in the elements, as it is enriched with sweet almond oil, moringa oil, cocoa seed butter and a seaweed complex. Infused with the By The Sea fragrance, notes of lemon and bergamot, fresh violets and soft musk, woods, a hint of tobacco and musk. It really does make your bathroom feel like a high-end spa! Such a Summer treat for your skin.

By The Sea bottles are made from ‘green’ plastic from sustainably sourced sugarcane. They are 100% recyclable. It’s always nice to see brands taking bigger steps to be more green and environmentally friendly.

Pop over to Heathcote & Ivory to browse the By The Sea Collection. Their products make really thoughtful gifts, or treats for yourself too! Let me know what your favourite product is from the range, I love the body duo and the body polish. For me, they are the perfect body care trio for the Summer months.

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