Category: Lush Japan

Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds Bath Bomb from Lush

Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds Bath Bomb

The Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds Bath Bomb was first introduced to the Lush Community as one of the Harajuku, Japan store exclusives. It then went on to be an exclusive at Lush’s flagship store in Liverpool too. At the time of writing this review, it is now also available from Lush’s UK website and in selected UK stores.

Unfortunately, to make room for new products some have to eventually be discontinued. With Lush UK’s HQ now refusing to use their social media channels, it has made it very difficult to sort the fake news from the cold, hard facts BUT now that the ’30 years of the bath bomb’ celebrations are nearing an end, Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds is one of the bath bombs rumoured to be leaving.

If true, whether or not the Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds bath bomb will still remain in the Liverpool and Harajuku stores is another fact that has yet to be confirmed.

If you’re a frequent Lush customer you may recognise that there is also a Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds bubble bar.

The bubble bar equivalent of the Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds bath bomb (which for the purpose of this review I am now going to name just ‘Blue Skies’ to save us both a bit of time! 😉) is a staple Lush product. Available online and in stores all over the world, it is hugely popular. The introduction of a bath bomb that shares its same scent therefore sent a ripple of excitement through the Lush Community.

The Blue Skies bath bomb shares its cloud/berry-like shape with the, The Comforter and the updated version of the Blackberry bath bombs. Containing patchouli, frankincense and cinnamon leaf oil the Blue Skies bath bomb is described on Lush’s website as ‘peace-inducing’.

I find it really difficult to describe scents, the most prominent ingredient in the Blue Skies bath bomb just like its bubble bar equivalent is the patchouli. As a huge fan of both frankincense and cinnamon I am a little disappointed that my nose can’t detect either ingredient, if I had to describe the bath bombs scent with just one word I would choose peppery.

As soon as the Blue Skies bath bomb hits the water you are greeted with a gentle hiss, blue and white froth bursts out of the bath bomb as its peppery scent fills your bathroom.

Blue Skies much like the aforementioned The Comforter bath bomb is a very slow fizzer. Although the bath art wasn’t anything to write home about, I did get a few photos of the pretty bubbles that the bath bomb created as it slinked around my bath.

Even once Blue Skies is in the water my nose still cannot detect the frankincense and cinnamon leaf oil, my body does however feel the cinnamons skin warming properties. A good long soak in a Blue Skies bath left me feeling chilled out and my muscles completely relaxed.

I didn’t find the Blue Skies bath bomb particularly moisturising but my skin did appear brighter once I was out of the bath.

Overall I do enjoy using the Blue Skies bath bomb, its scent family just isn’t a favourite of mine. Patchouli is always a Russian-roulette-ingredient for me as sometimes it does trigger my migraines. Blue Skies bath bomb however didn’t!

Pushing its scent aside, I do always feel completely relaxed after a Blue Skies bath. If you love the peppery Lush fragrances then I’d definitely recommend giving this bath bomb ago.


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Figaro Figaro Bath Bomb from Lush

The Figaro Figaro Bath Bomb was originally one of the 54 Harajuku, Japan store exclusives. At the time of writing this review, it is now available from Lush’s UK website and in chosen UK stores. I picked mine up back in March from the new flagship store in Liverpool, UK.

Unfortunately there are rumours currently circulating within the Lush Community that say that now the ’30 years of the bath bomb’ celebrations are nearing an end, Figaro Figaro alongside several other bath bombs will be leaving and being put into Lush-product-retirement.

Whether or not the Figaro Figaro bath bomb will still remain in the Liverpool and Harajuku stores exclusively has yet to be confirmed.

The Figaro Figaro bath bomb is one of Lush’s smaller sized bath bombs. It is roughly the same size as the Butterball bath bomb, making it the perfect size too sit snuggly in your hand.

The first thing I noticed about the Figaro Figaro bath bomb other than its smaller size was its Fig-fruit shape. Those not familiar with the fig have described it as a tear drop while others a miniature pear. Regardless, there hasn’t been a bath bomb with its shape before making it really stand out from the crowd.

The Figaro Figaro bath bomb has quite the ingredients list, a list that is so long that when looking at it written down on paper it’s virtually impossible to predict its scent. Containing aniseed, chamomile blue, eucalyptus, fennel, lavender, Brazilian orange, peppermint, sage and thyme oils you’d think Figaro Figaro would have a scent strong enough to blow your head off, its scent is however quite the opposite of a head-blower-offer!

I was expecting a highly intoxicating scent from Figaro Figaro but its fragrance is actually a very subtle herbal one. I have seen that not everyone within the Lush community are mad on Figaro Figaro scent, I do however like the more subtle scented products sometimes and for me Figaro Figaro made a nice change.

Upon hitting the water the Figaro Figaro bath bomb hisses away, deep red bubbles spill out of it as well as a smaller amount of purple, yellow and green. Its herbal scent remains subtle but the show it puts on in the water puts many other Lush bath bombs to shame.

Figaro Figaro is definitely a bath bomb to go for if you’re a fan of bath art like myself. I was left mesmerised by the bright colours coming out of it. Considering how small Figaro Figaro is I was not expecting anything like this from it at all!

While I have no knowledge at all when it comes down to anything opera I recognised Figaro Figaro’s connection to it straight away.

Once the bath bomb had fully dissolved the water was left a bright and inviting shade-of-ruby-red. It wasn’t until it had all dissolved that I noticed it had a hidden paper note inside of it. I opened it up and found the below song lyrics on it! (see below photo)

When I read these words out to my mum while talking about me reviewing the Figaro Figaro bath bomb she knew exactly which opera song the song lyrics were from, ‘LA, LA, LA, LA’ing’ the tune back at me straight away.

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For such a small bath bomb I was surprised at how silky it left the bath water. My skin lapped up the ingredients and what I thought was going to be a calm and relaxing bath actually turned out to be rather energising. While I was definitely feeling more relaxed in its waters I did feel a spring in my step upon getting out of the tub.

I really enjoyed the Figaro Figaro bath bomb, the hidden note inside of it made it all the more interesting and I actually learnt a thing or two about the opera because of it. Lush used to have hidden notes like this inside of their Fizzbanger and original Blackberry bath bombs and I must say I miss them. They just seem to add something to the experience that I love.

I will be sad to see this bath bomb retire but understand that some have to eventually leave to make way for exciting newbies!

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Fairy Trumpets Bath Bomb from Lush

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The Fairy Trumpets Bath Bomb started its Lush life as one of the 54 Harajuku, Japan store exclusives. At the time of writing this review, it is now available from Lush’s UK website and in chosen UK stores. I picked mine up on the Lush Liverpool stores opening day back in March 2019.

Unfortunately there are rumours currently circulating that now the ’30 years of the bath bomb’ celebrations are nearing an end, Fairy Trumpets will be leaving alongside several other bath bombs into Lush-product-retirement. Whether or not Fairy Trumpets will still remain in the Liverpool and Harajuku store has yet to be confirmed.

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I should imagine a lot of the bath bombs put on the alleged discontinue list are to make way for this years Halloween and Christmas lines. Please remember, as of right now this is only speculation. Nothing has yet to be confirmed, Lush love to keep us on our toes BUT wouldn’t it be wonderful if they had exclusive Winter items in both their Liverpool and Harajuku stores? It would make me feel a lot better about losing so many of the Celebration bath bombs if these rumours are true. 🤞

The first thing I noticed about the Fairy Trumpets bath bomb was its peculiar design. I have heard some very funny ideas from customers trying to guess what inspired the design. My favourite was someone comparing it to their tonsils while suffering with tonsillitis. NOT something that makes me want to bathe in its waters but it did make me laugh hysterically. I can safely say that tonsillitis was not the inspiration, its design is in fact based on the flower of the same name.

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If you enjoyed last Winters Princess Bomb Bomb bath bomb then I’d say you will most certainly want to give Fairy Trumpets a go. It contains both chamomile and rosewood oils as well as a small helping of orange flower absolute and popping candy. Its scent is a very-uplifting-floral blend, chamomile and rosewood make for an interesting mix. I’m not one that normally goes for floral scents opting for citrus or minty products instead but there is something about the Fairy Trumpets bath bomb that leaves me so very relaxed.

Sadly all of the Fairy Trumpet bath bombs that I have used have been very quick fizzers and only one has had popping candy in that I have noticed.  I strongly advise looking on Instagram under the hashtag, #FairyTrumpetsBathBomb for more photos as I have seen some wonderful in action shots on there, my photos do the product no justice at all!

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Although my Fairy Trumpet bath bombs didn’t put on much of a performance they did always create beautiful amber-coloured-silky-smooth-bath-water. As I said earlier, laying back in its waters left me feeling completely relaxed. If you’re feeling a little flat or down in the dumps, a Fairy Trumpets bath will certainly lift your spirits and bring a sprinkling of magic to your day.

The Fairy Trumpets scent is quite a mature floral fragrance, I’d imagine it going down well with an older crowd. The ‘fairy’ aspect of it was however what drew me in first and although I’m hurtling towards my 30’s, I still see myself as a younger customer. I therefore feel safe in saying that this bath bomb could be enjoyed by those of all ages! 😊


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