Lush Cosmetics

History

Lush Cosmetics started in the late seventies, with handmade products that were unique in the marketplace. The Body Shop was their first buyer in 1978, and by 1988 the company created Cosmetics to Go in southern England. Their signature Bath Bombs, Shampoo Bars and Massage Bars took off and the company enjoyed a successful mail order business.

Cosmetics to Go suffered some setbacks, and the company went under. In 1994, they rebuilt the company, again with successful results. The company now has over 370 shops worldwide, as well as a successful mail order business.

Lush Cosmetics Philosophy

Lush Cosmetics’ emphasis is on fresh, handmade products that use few preservatives. Using organic fruit and vegetables, as well as essential oils and safe ingredients, Lush is able to deliver on their promise. They never use animal ingredients, nor do they test on animals. Ingredients are always listed on the outside of the packaging, so there are never any secrets. The home-made technique begins with making products by hand, printing their own labels, and making their own fragrances. Lush products are reasonably priced, considering the amount of care that goes into making them.

Against Animal Testing

Lush Cosmetics are firmly against testing products on animals, working to prevent the cruel and unnecessary treatment of animals for the sake of beauty. Lush does their testing on humans instead, and never buys ingredients from other companies that engage in animal testing. They stand behind their cause, with a guarantee that if they can get a company to stop their animal testing, they will buy ingredients from them. They have successfully turned ingredient manufacturers against animal testing by showing the companies the alternatives.

Natural Beauty Products

Lush Cosmetic’s commitment to using fresh ingredients and producing handmade products provides consumers with an array of very unique offerings to choose from.

Bath

• Bath Bombs – An updated take on the bath cube, these globe or heart-shaped “bombs” are made of essential oils, bursting with fizzing fragrance. Some varieties include confetti, flower petals, natural butter, leaves or fruit that add to the bathing experience.
• Buttercreams – These glycerine soaps are hand-rolled in a variety of special items, including chocolate, cocoa butter, petals, and more. Buttercreams are made of 15% soap and 85% natural oils, butters, glycerine, essential oils and plant infusions to soften skin.
• Shower Jellies – Another unique product, shower jellies can be chilled or frozen for exhilarating results. This fun product can be used to wash body and hair, as well as producing a fun bubble bath.
• Bubble Bars – Bubble bars are solid bath foam, containing no preservatives or harsh ingredients. A slice of bubble bar works for one extra bubbly bath.
• Luxury Bath Melts – Bath melts contain moisturizers and essential oils, and melt exquisitely in hot water for a luxurious bath. A great treat for dry skin.
• Shower Gels – Made with fresh organic fruit, herbal infusions and essential oils, Lush shower gels provide an instant mood-lifter.

Soap

Lush soaps are cut off of a big handmade block and served up in a variety of fun scents and colors. Whether soothing, exfoliating, invigorating, sweet or spicy, these soaps not only clean, they also energize or calm.

Skincare

• Body Butters – For all over smooth skin, body butters are just the thing; use in the shower or bath, then rinse before drying off.
• Cleansers – Makeup removers, deep cleansing or exfoliating varieties are available in rolls, bars, and pots.
• Toners – For a super clean face, these toners also leave skin fresh and smooth.
• Moisturizers – Lush moisturizers include blends of natural ingredients and safe synthetics, and are designed for a variety of skin types.
• Hand and Body Creams – Choose from a variety of skin creams, all made with plant ingredients.

Close-up

• Temple Balms – Use these fragrant combinations of essential oils and natural butters to lift your spirits or help you get to sleep.
• Lips – Lush cosmetic’s conditioning lip treatments keep lips shiny and smooth.
• Deodorants – Using essential oils, micro fine powders, and cocoa butter, Lush deodorants fight bacteria and absorb odors, while moisturizing.
• Dusting Powders – Delicious and smooth, Lush dusting powders will keep you silky all over.
• Feet – Choose from foot creams, foot masks, body butters, and dusting powders to pamper you feet.
• Shaving – Lush shaving cream is a must for a flawless, smooth shave.
• Smile – An assortment of flavored toothpastes are available.

Fragrance

Made with essential oils, Lush fragrances are unique and natural.

Hair Care

Lush hair care products include bottled shampoos (in both liquid and solid forms), conditioners, hair hennas, hair pre-wash treatments, and solid shampoos.

Massage Bars

Massage bars are great for smoothing the skin with a great scent.