Worth the hype – Lush Sleepy

Is Lush Sleepy Body Lotion what’s missing from a good night’s rest?

I’ve always been a terrible sleeper, anyone who can nod off in under an hour, I consider to have a super power. So when I saw the Sleepy Body Lotion from Lush circling the news channels that claimed to be a powerful sleeping aid, I had to put it to the test for myself.

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Lush Sleepy Body Lotion | £13.95

The Sleepy Body Lotion is a beautiful soft lilac colour with a very fine iridescent shimmer that is almost undetectable. I could smell the intoxicating scent before I even opened it.

The aroma of lavender is definitely there. The richness and sweetness of the Tonka beans gives it so much more dimension, I absolutely adore the scent. It’s not just a traditional lavender fragrance but something a lot more complex and warming.

Texture and Hydration

The instruction advise applying this all over your entire body before getting into bed. I’ve been keeping this on my bedside to ensure I remember. As soon as I slip into the sheets I can smell this divine scent.

I’ve been a long-time lover of Lush Body lotions, they really agree with my dry skin. Although the primary reason I brought this was to be a sleeping aid. My skin felt very hydrated and soft after use. I often experience allergic reactions to heavily fragrances products, but I’m pleased to say this didn’t aggravate my eczema or cause any redness. The texture and hydration of Lush body lotions make them my favourite product from their line. The quality is truly sensational and even if sleepy isn’t for you, I highly recommend trying any of Lush’s body lotions.

This is a rich hydrating body lotion and I think part of its success, is down to the fact that the scent really lingers for a long time after applying.

Scent notes:

• Balancing and calming – Lavender oil
• Sweet, heady and floral – Ylang Ylang oil
• Sweetly Scented – Tonka Absolute

Worth the Hype?

Breathing in the aromas can really help distract and calm the mind and bring comfort. If you really struggle with a poor sleeping pattern, having a dedicated routine that reminds your brain it’s time for bed can be a good way to improve your sleep. Making this part of my nightly ritual has eased my mind and helped me fall asleep quicker. Associating this scent with the act of sleeping is a powerful way to encourage a consistent bedtime routine.

I find if I’m very stressed or overworked, nothing will stop me from not falling asleep. However, as time goes on I’m finding ways to invite an better sleep and improve the quality of my nights at the very least.

I’ve been a fan of the This Works pillow spray (Link to This Works) for many years and I think this has a very similar approach, however I love that Sleepy Body Lotion can be applied to the skin and really nourishes as well as soothes.

My conclusion is believe the hype. I’m so glad I sprang for the larger tub of Sleepy Body Lotion, for the very reasonable price of £13.95 for 215g. This will last be quite a while as a little goes a long way.

The more I use it the more I love it and maybe in time it will become a permanent bedside feature.

If you are interested in reading more about my lush purchases you can catch up on my Halloween and Christmas Lush hauls.

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