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What’s in a name? New Alina Perfume
The power of scent to improve your day and night pg4-5
How we’re fighting animal testing and funding better science
Heaven scent: which fragrance matches your star sign?
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Lush Co-Founder, Mark Constantine, shares what’s on his mind. MARK'S RAMBLES “I was brought up in different times. There was a lot of violence: from teachers, the other kids, the Headmaster. People were often horrible to anyone different. Rockers beat up Mods, Skinheads fought racist battles, being gay was illegal and it was deemed okay to make fun of those less fortunate. Like most, I like kindness and politeness. It seems to be that those who complain about the world becoming “too woke” want to return to those bad times that I grew up in. Although we have a long way to go, how lovely is it that societies are now starting to move beyond those old ways. On the topic of kindness, we believe in being kind to your skin. At Lush, we have had a lot of young folk come to us who have overused products with harsh, active ingredients and ended up with problems. If this chimes with you, the solution is Lush’s Ultrabland Facial Cleanser. Use it to clean the skin regularly for a month or so, and nothing else, to get things back to where they belong.
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WHAT’S IN A PRODUCT NAME? The latest addition to our core fragrance range, Alina, was created by the Lush perfumer of the same name. Inspired by the generations of women who came before her, Alina sought to celebrate inter-generational connection in this complex and timeless three-part scent.
Trinity Wong at Lush Toronto Eaton Centre
Forbes’ ‘Best Companies for Women’
Lush was listed as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Employers, as well as Best Companies For Women. Co-Founder Helen Ambrosen says: “A culture which enables women to pursue their long-term career ambitions has brought their influence and ideas to the company. Lush has benefited greatly from their hard work and commitment. We are so proud to see this has been recognized with this award and we dedicate it to them.”
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All the love for Charity Pot Last year you put your support behind the little pot that does a lot, making it our most-sold product of 2023. Because of your support, since 2007 we’ve donated just over $93m USD/$125m CAD globally to grassroots organizations working in the areas of animal protection, human rights, and the environment. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.
Q What does Alina smell like?
Q Why did you name the perfume Alina?
The below ingredients are blended to give a sweet, spicy, powdery, earthy, soapy and musky character to the perfume.
It’s my name, a name which was chosen by my grandmother. It is an example of how generations influence each other; how they are still and always will be relevant in our lives. Q What was the inspiration for the fragrance?
TOP NOTES The first impression
Thank you for Bringing It Back
At first spritz, Alina is sweet and fresh thanks to bergamot oil, pink pepper and clove bud oil, along with the scents of warm amber and vanilla.
We are always thinking about animal testing, which is another outdated piece of violence from the past. We think it needs banning. Turn to page 6 to find out what we’re doing about that.
Since the refresh of our Bring it Back program in 2021, we’ve collected more than 5 million pieces of packaging globally, all of which are recycled to create fresh Lush pots. By bringing back your black and clear pots to us, not only do you help us to close the loop on plastic, but you also get money off your next purchase, or a free fresh face mask once you save up five items. It’s the Lush way to recycle.
BERGAMOT OIL
Rewilding in Peru Over 10 years ago, we acquired two Peruvian forest concessions. But instead of cutting trees, we worked with local people to preserve biodiversity. In one of the concessions we are hand-harvesting Brazil nuts to produce nutrient-rich oil, used in products like Candy Rain Conditioner and Ro’s Argan Body Conditioner. In a recent study, it was found that one of the concessions supports over 300% more primate life than outside the land boundaries, as well as some species that were only spotted in this area. Lush products can, quite literally, leave the world lusher. Scan the code to see some of the beautiful wildlife images from the camera trap.
It came from reading “The 100-Year Life: Living and Working in an Age of Longevity”.
MIDDLE NOTES The heart of it
The book explains how our lives will be affected by living longer and how the old system with three stages of life (education, work and retirement) will no longer suit our needs. We will need to reinvent ourselves, and this will lead us to natural interaction between all ages. I created three distinct fragrances, each one representing a different generation born in the last 100 years. I then blended these together to create one perfume, representing how the generations will mix together again, all thanks to longer life.
Happy reading. Mark”
Then comes a more floral and aldehydic center with jasmine and orris butter–a sweet, powdery oil, reminiscent of the scent of violets.
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BASE NOTES The lasting impact Finally, there’s a woody
and deep undercurrent of frankincense, patchouli, vetiver and sandalwood oils.
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SCENT- SATIONAL ROUTINES The power of scent to improve your day and night
Scented Slumbers
Marilyn Monroe famously once said, “What do I wear to bed? Why, Chanel No. 5 of course.” It seems Marilyn was ahead of her time, as more and more people cotton on to the idea that wearing perfume to bed can have a myriad of benefits for mind and body—from aiding better sleep to just adding a touch of luxury to your every day. Fragrance Category Lead, Lee Howes, explains: “Before I go to bed, I always put on some fragrance.
I find being surrounded by the right scent can help my mind make the shift from a busy day towards a restful sleep. I always go for something more gentle than I’d typically wear during the day. My favourite perfumes for this are Vanillary, Dear John and American Cream—to me, they all have softer, calmer, or sweeter elements to them which makes me feel cozy and wrapped up.” What’s your bedtime scent?
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S cent is a powerful way in which we experience the world. We build connections with our sense of smell all the time, just as we do with all of our senses. When we take in a fragrance, the odor molecules race through our systems, firing up key parts of the brain. Our amygdala is the part of our brain that processes emotions, and is part of our olfactory system. For thousands of years, cultures around the world have used fragrant materials for aromatherapy to affect mood and state of mind through scent. We also intrinsically encode the smells in our environment as part of our wider memories. Sometimes this can be a smell linked to a particular memory, like the smell of the orange blossom from your childhood garden, or the perfume you wore on your wedding day. But we also begin to associate everyday activities with the smells we encounter regularly—the smell of toothpaste in the morning or the pillow spray you spritz before you go to bed. Every habit starts with a cue. We can use fragrance to recall these everyday memories and how we felt at the time, making scent a powerful tool in building routines that support our natural cycle of sleepiness and wakefulness. Finding the right fragrances to wake you up or soothe you to sleep can be a wonderful way to weave scent into your every day. Here, our own Lush fragrance experts share what works for them.
Lee’s AM routine
Emma’s PM routine Here’s how our Perfumer, Emma Vincent, ensures a peaceful night’s sleep in the Vincent household.
Fragrance category lead, Lee Howes, shares his top tips for a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed morning.
4. Clear The Air Aroma And Bath Melt
1. Twilight Sleepy Body Spray I actually use this as a room spray in my children’s rooms. I go in an hour before bedtime and pump a few sprays into their room and have noticed they either settle a little quicker to sleep, or have less broken sleep. 2. Deep Sleep Magnesium Massage Bar This is the newest Lush product I’ve been loving. I began using it as I would often get restless and swollen legs, especially if I’ve been on my feet all day. Once I’ve rubbed it into my calves, I rub it into my forearms and hands as well so the strong lavender scent sits with me for some time before I go to bed. 3. Sleepy Body Lotion This was my go-to toddler body cream as it is mild enough on their skin, and became part of the “sleep” routine we did after bathing, gently moisturizing, and getting us all settled down for the evening. I used this religiously two to three times a week from ages one through four to get through all the teething and regressions they go through at that time.
I’m a massive believer in using fragrance to shift and change the atmosphere of a space, and Lush’s aroma and bath melts do this perfectly for me. Lemongrass, mint and eucalyptus give Clear The Air a clean, breezy and refreshing scent. I love to use it in my oil burner on a Sunday morning when I’m cleaning the house, and I often have it melting away on my desk as I work to help me to feel awake and focused. 5. Happy Hippy Shower Gel I’ve been using Happy Hippy for about 15 years now and it always has a place in my shower. Grapefruit has an amazing way of instantly lifting me up as soon as I smell it, and we use both the juice and the oil in this shower gel. On grey cold days, it feels like a bit of sunshine and in summer it’s super refreshing. 6. Cup O’ Coffee Face And Body Mask This one has a dual purpose for me. My skin loves the exfoliation but I also (like most people) naturally associate the smell of coffee with my morning routine. The mask is comforting and energizing at the same time, helping me feel like I’m washing away the day before and starting afresh.
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Level up your bathing with Bathe, Lush’s audio-visual platform. Soak in guided meditations, from the healing vibrations of a sound bath, to the sleep-inducing sounds of ASMR. Available on the Lush app. TO THE FUTURE
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FIGHTING ANIMAL TESTING FUNDING BETTER SCIENCE Over the past 30 years, Lush has blazed a trail in ending animal testing in cosmetics and campaigned to eradicate it from other industries, too.
RAISING $ 851K USD/ $ 1.14m CAD FOR DEXTER’S ARC These funds have now been donated to Wellcome Sanger Institute research centre. FUNDING $ 1.26m USD/ $ 1.69m CAD ANIMAL-FREE RESEARCH Dexter’s Dragon Egg Bath Bombs were sold globally. SOLD 136,000
We know that animal test results lack human relevance, are unreliable, unpredictable and cause unnecessary suffering. Since 2012, Lush has championed and funded better science through the Lush Prize, which has awarded almost £3 million to those pioneering and promoting non-animal technologies. Most people want to see an end to animal testing, but we need lawmakers to enact legislation that ends animal testing and channels resources into better science. That’s why we’ve built strategic partnerships with non-profit organizations in North America seeking real change and making a coordinated effort to fully replace animal tests with non-animal and human-relevant tests.
Send a message with MERCH (NOW EVEN LOUDER)
pass federal legislation** to end animal testing for cosmetics. And we know it’s possible because in September 2023 we celebrated a major victory when Canada officially passed that ban—a victory belongs to groups like Humane Society International and Animal Alliance of Canada who campaigned relentlessly to change federal legislation. But the fight continues in the United States, and we are not giving up. *strategic funding is separate from Charity Pot grants which exist to serve small, grassroots organizations bringing in less than $500K in annual income. **Please visit humanesociety.org to learn more about The Humane Cosmetics Act and how you can help.
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into Rhabdomyosarcoma in order to find better treatments to lengthen and improve the quality of life of these children and their families.
FUNDING BETTER SCIENCE WITH DEXTER’S DRAGON EGG
In 2023, we supported both Humane Society International (HSI) and Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) through $100,000 USD grants to both. This funding helps PCRM lobby for accountability at the National Institutes of Health and the Federal Drug Administration and HSI to advance reform through scientific education. And since 2017, we’ve supported four organizations* with grants totalling more than $1.5 million USD: HSI, PCRM, InterNICHE and Animal Alliance of Canada. Each working with the intent to replace the use of animals in science. Because it’s time for a global, scientific sea change. Within North America, the United States must
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fundraising platform created with the support of Alice’s Arc, a registered charity in England and Wales. We launched a limited edition version of the bestselling Dragon’s Egg Bath Bomb, Dexter’s Dragon Egg, and, thanks to your support, raised $851K USD/$1.14m CAD for Dexter’s Arc, specifically for the purpose of non-animal tested research into Rhabdomyosarcoma.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF DEXTER’S DRAGON EGG. Scan the Lush Code to donate to Dexter’s Arc.
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to learn more about our global initiatives to fight animal testing.
“Best bag in the world. I recommend it to everyone, even people who don’t ask or care to know. I bring it up randomly in conversations, even with strangers.” Chelstruction, Orlando
You are also invited to learn about our strategic partners at pcrm.org and hsi.org
To honor Dexter and children like him, Lush supported the launch of Dexter’s Arc, a
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YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDS We’re hippies. Even hippies have high standards. Safe skincare explained
-Lola “Bury me in this mask” SKINCARE
For several years now, Lush has been diligently building up a database of ingredient safety information through a partnership with XCellR8: the U.K.’s first completely animal-free testhouse. Innovative tests on human skin cell models (not “cruelty-free” animal tissues derived from the meat industry) have given us new and more accurate insights into cosmetic ingredients on humans. Not only is it more ethical, but using human cells to test human exposures is simply better science.
skin while promoting high strength ingredients like retinol, Helen recently initiated the testing of finished Lush skincare products with XCellR8. These tests assessed the potential irritancy of the product on the skin as a customer would use it, whether left on like a moisturizer or scrubbed and rinsed like an exfoliator. The results were vindicating: every tested Lush skincare product was completely non-irritating to human skin in realistic use conditions, apart from our most active scrub, Bright And Beautiful, which was ranked as mild to moderate. “The results we’ve had tell us what we already knew,” she explains, “that we formulate carefully in a way that’s sensitive to the skin. They also tell us that blanket statements about avoiding perfume, essential oils or physical exfoliants don’t ring true— it comes down to expertise in formulation and knowledge of your ingredients.” Helen, Mark and their Lush colleagues are used to not following industry trends. Decades before “microbiome” was a buzzword in cosmetics, they were formulating self-preserving products to protect the health of this ecosystem. Where others add packaging to their skincare and years to their shelf life, Lush sells it minimally packaged and fresh. And now, while competitors put formulas once only available from dermatologists straight into the hands of customers, Lush is working towards making the safest cosmetics in the world.
ANGELS ON BARE SKIN FRESH CLEANSER From $18.50 CAD/$18 USD Natural and timeless, this gentle almond recipe may be medieval, but it’ll leave delicate skin feeling good as new. Contains over 30% almonds grown using organic practices.
PEACE SELF-PRESERVING MOISTURIZER $36 CAD/$35 USD
From sunscreens ( editor’s note: not available in North America ) to essential oils, Lush’s in-house toxicology team has data on over 500 ingredients. This is ready to be used by our inventors and in-house perfumers as they formulate safe and effective products. For Lush Co-Founders and Product Inventors Mark Constantine and Helen Ambrosen, it’s the next step in their ambition to make products that will care for you for life. “You should never have an uneasy feeling if you’ve used a product from Lush,” says Mark. “We are interested in long-term care— not cheap, short-term results. That’s why we are offering products that consider the health of your skin beyond its appearance as a site that has an important immune function.” Fed up of competitors and influencers claiming that fragrance and physical exfoliators damage the
Whether you’re 18 or 80, this softening oat milk and almond blend puts back in what life takes out. Made with Colombian cocoa beans from the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó.
“Most masks make no difference - but this one is a pure miracle. Skin is left perfect, matte and poreless.” —Allie
“One of my favorite skincare products ever. After I use this mask, I feel as if I have the skin
“My skin feels as if I’ve had a spa facial and it smells amazing. I’m hooked.” —Stacey
of a newborn baby.” —Dehydrated skin
COSMETIC WARRIOR FACE AND BODY MASK From $19 CAD/$18 USD
“I don’t know what kind of magic is in it, but my face is visibly firmer, glowing and healthy after I wash it off, not to mention soft, moisturized and supple.” —Bree
“I will legitimately buy this for the rest of my life. So calming. I use it every night before bed and sometimes in the morning if I’m feeling anxious.” —Emma
“Whenever I use this mask I look so refreshed for the rest of the day, every time I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror I’m like, “woah, why do I look so good?!” —Jessie
Honey, tea tree, grapes and garlic gently combat trouble areas without stressing out your skin. Organically grown jojoba supports climate resilience in the Peruvian Desert.
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THE MOTHER OF ALL BATHS (OR SHOWERS)
Here’s a peek at three of the best and buzziest products from our Mother’s Day range. Scrub and lather with a host of sensational springtime scents and celebrate your unique mom in all their glory.
conditions for local people, and providing certified and traceable premium quality recycled plastic to global markets, all while cleaning up our oceans. Like Lush, the POP™ program has a rigorous set of ethical standards, set and supported by the Ethical Trading Initiative—a leading alliance of companies, trade unions and NGOs that promote workers’ rights around the globe. The POP™ program has created a recycled plastic supply chain with remarkable traceability, allowing us to track the raw material right from the communities where it originates, through to the sorting and recycling centers where it is processed. We’re witnessing the incredible impact of this program, preventing over 1,000 tons of plastic from entering the ocean every month.
A CLEAR VISION FOR PREVENTING OCEAN PLASTIC At Lush, we’re constantly looking for ways to innovate with packaging, especially when it helps us to leave the world lusher than we found it , and our new Prevented Ocean Plastic™ does exactly that! Currently in the U.K., and soon to come to North America, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, Lush is using certified recycled polyethylene terephthalate (aka. PET) plastic for all of our clear bottles. Every time you take home our product in a clear plastic bottle, you’re helping to protect marine ecosystems and the coastal communities that are at the forefront of the effects of ocean plastic pollution. So, what is Prevented Ocean Plastic™? Prevented Ocean Plastic™, or POP™, is plastic that has been collected within 50 km (31 miles) of an ocean coastline or major waterway that would otherwise be at risk of entering and polluting oceans. The plastic used for our clear bottles comes from Indonesia, where a lack of waste management and recycling infrastructure is already being overwhelmed by tourism and a growing population. This creates a significant threat of plastic contamination to their wildlife and ecosystems. Once this plastic enters the ocean, it breaks down into smaller particles, becoming extremely difficult to track and remove. Packaging made from Prevented Ocean Plastic™ works to stop harm to marine life and ecosystems before it even enters the ocean. 80% of the plastic polluting our oceans comes from land-based sources in developing coastal communities.
YUMMY CUSTARD BODY WASH From $16 CAD/$15 USD
A legend returns. Lather up with this SLS-free wash loaded with hydrating glycerine, soothing aloe vera and calming oat milk—plus a sprinkle of corn starch for a velvety finish. It smells just like fan fave Nana, but with a touch of extra-sweet vanilla.
How is Prevented Ocean Plastic™ turned into new Lush bottles? In the U.K., plastic bottles are collected from at- risk areas by bottle collectors and delivered to a Prevented Ocean Plastic™ collection center. Collectors are paid by weight for the plastic waste they deposit, and receive a higher price for clean, sorted plastics than the standard market rate. These plastic bottles are sorted and pressed for easier transportation, then sent to recycling factories that sanitize them before processing them into raw material pellets. These pellets are then sent to our plastic bottle manufacturer in the U.K. where they are turned into beautifully clear, high- quality recycled plastic bottles that showcase our gorgeous shampoos and shower gels. Note: this program is not yet available in North America, but we’re working hard to get it up and running soon! Why does ocean plastic Rising standards of living have enabled people in low-resourced remote communities to use more single-use plastic items. At the same time, complex geographical barriers and minimal collection services make effective waste management difficult. The result is that developed countries, which generate more plastic waste per capita, are exporting their recyclable materials to developing countries, despite them lacking the effective waste management systems needed. All this means these under-resourced communities are shouldering the burden of protecting our oceans from plastic pollution. pollution disproportionately affect developing countries?
THE OLD SONGS ARE WAKING SUGAR SCRUB From $16 CAD/$15 USD
SNUGGLES SHOWER GEL From $13 CAD/$12.50 USD
This new scrub has the sweet scent of tonka and vanilla, mixed with the richness of bergamot oil and frankincense. “I took the name from a song by Savage Daughter. I really like the lyrics: old songs are waking, as a way of passing knowledge and stories from generation to generation.” Michelle, Lush product inventor
Need a hug? Product Inventor Gary says his daughter is always asking to cuddle, so he created the ultimate cozy body wash with hydrating cocoa butter and the comforting sweet scent of Butterball Bath Bomb.
From left to right: Gusti Ngurah Oka Sidemen, I Nyoman Widana, Efendi Lau Bura, Eka Agustiana, Daniel Lawrence, Alvaro Aguilar, Widian Tari, I Nyoman Darsana
How can you help close the loop on plastic?
When you’re finished with your black pots, bring the clean packaging back to your local Lush and we’ll recycle them into fresh new pots, wherever possible. We accept all Lush black and clear pots in the Bring It Back program, and you’ll receive $1 off your new Lush purchases for each item you bring back. You can also save up five to exchange for a free fresh face mask. Taking responsibility for the packaging we create as a business is an important step in our evolution towards a circular economy. Our stores send your empty Lush black and clear pots to our warehouses where our local partners wash, grind and pelletize the old pots into feedstock to make new pots which are then filled with brand new product and sent back to shops—closing the loop.
This is your sign ... to stop using wasteful wrapping GATHER UP GIFTS WITH NEW ZODIAC KNOT WRAPS—DROPPING EVERY MONTH.
The POP™ program provides a preventative, holistic solution.
The program is developing efficient waste management infrastructure, creating reliable income opportunities with dignified working
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HAPPY EGG This groovy gift is no yolk: it’s packed to the shell with some of the season’s best. That includes the much loved Golden Egg Bath Bomb Melt and its similarly-scented shower gel companion. You can also get jiggly with Conga Shower Jelly, jam out with Rock Star Rabbit Soap and touch (but don’t taste!) the Rainbow Bubble Bar. $65 CAD/$63 USD
Spring has sprung and what better way to celebrate the return of blue skies, green fields and fragrant flowers than a bundle of bath, body and shower products that help you … stay inside? Introverts deserve to celebrate the season, too, after all.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY Can you really limit Mother’s Day to a single 24-hour period? Such a move would be callous, cold, cruel and unfeeling. Instead, help your favorite caregiver enjoy a week of Mother’s Day delights with a perfect present that shows them how much you care. $78 CAD/$75 USD
SHOWER IN LUSH Spring flowers bring citrusy Lush showers (we’re pretty sure that’s how that goes). If you prefer to do things standing up, this eight-piece gift is your new best friend—complete with soap, a trio of body washes, a citrusy scrub and two lotions to keep your hands and feet soft and soothed so you can be fabulously fresh from neck to toes. $96 CAD/$95 CAD
RELAX In the most loving way possible, tell the mom in your life that they need to relax with a gift that says it right on the label. Packed with year-round bestsellers like Sleepy Shower Gel and Dream Cream Self-Preserving Body Lotion, it’s the perfect way to give someone some much-needed personal space and time. $48 CAD/$47 USD
BLOOMING BEAUTIFUL Give mom a bouquet they can bathe in with this fab floral set filled with a trio of bestsellers. Bubble up with Rose Jam Bubbleroon and its gorgeous lemon-rose scent, or choose from one of two beloved bath bombs with the heady fragrance of jasmine or the soothing aroma of cherry blossoms. Whatever mom picks, they’ll be feeling bloomin’ beautiful in no time. $33 CAD/$32 USD
TAKE IT EASY
For the mothering figure who loves to shower, may we present this pre-wrapped gift featuring the fan favorite Yummy Custard Body Wash? It’s back, baby, along with newcomer Snuggles Shower Gel and the ultra-soothing year- round delight, Dream Cream Self-Preserving Body Lotion. $35 CAD/$34 USD
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TOP NOTES Love letters and reviews from our Lushies
and they’ve brought a basket of egg- cellent tub and shower treats to help soak in the season. Chocolate not included (but highly recommended). THE BUNNY IS BACK ...
HOT CROSS BUNNY BUBBLE BAR $8.50 CAD/$8 USD
Who could stay mad in a bath brimming with sweet, gingery-scented bubbles? Product Inventor Michelle was inspired to use the classic Gingerbread House scent again after Lush Discord user @xpeachx said they’d love to see it make a comeback. Look familiar? You might’ve already noticed this frowny little face hidden throughout these pages. Head to Discord to tell us where they are and you might just be in for a special treat … STICKY DATES SUGAR SCRUB AND BODY LOTION Both from $16 CAD/$15 USD Can’t get enough Sticky Dates? We hear you. That’s why we’ve created not just one but two new products with the sweet toffee scent. Enjoy a sugar scrub that leaves limbs soft and gleaming, and a buttery lotion made with supremely softening cocoa and illipe butters.
ROMANTIC LOVE.
THIS SCENT HAUNTS MY EX LOVERS.
REEK LIKE OUTDOOR FILTH–THAT’S A GOOD THING.
“Once upon a time, my new boyfriend and I visited a little shop in Covent Garden called B Never Too Busy To Be Beautiful . We decided to choose our own signature scent and hoped that they would carry on making it (which they mostly have) ...
“It’s my signature scent and the source of my power. It is so beautiful and unabashedly sexy, sensual and seductive. It works so well with my body chemistry and people compliment me on it all the time, demanding to know what it is.” SilkySiren, California
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penchant for the outdoors as this scent delivers. Contains a musty
after all, our love for one another was going to last forever and ever. After smelling all the incredible perfumes, we chose Love. We wore it on our wedding day
enough hint to remind me of kayaking past hanging moss from the lower tree limbs. Whatever the flashback, it’s outdoors to me.” Muck, Texas
and still both wear Love to this day— 24 years in March!” Anonymous
MAKES ME MISS MY BED.
To celebrate Eid al-Fitr with our Muslim community, we have created an exclusive product and gift in collaboration with team members from Lush who celebrate Eid.
“This scent is amazing, I spray my bed with it before sleep and it sends you off into an incredible slumber. So peaceful and comforting. The only downside is that one of my colleagues is wearing it as a perfume to work and it makes me dozy and miss my bed!” Cassahh
THE MOMENT I TOOK MY FIRST WHIFF OF SHADE, A LINE FROM SHAKESPEARE’S
OUDHESS SHOWER GEL From $13 CAD/$12.50 USD Shower under the moonlight and lather up with this grounding, woodsy oudh- and osmanthus-scented wash.
THE TEMPEST POPPED INTO MY HEAD:
DESPERATELY WANTED TO SMELL LIKE TAYLOR SWIFT’S ARMPIT.
“‘But you, O you, So perfect and so peerless, are created Of every creature’s best.’
NEW MOON $37 CAD/$35 USD Features the year-round bestseller, Twilight Bath Bomb, as well as the Eid-exclusive Crescent Moon Soap—made with zippy lemongrass, grounding patchouli and sweet orange. The gift is designed by Aiza Johari, a visual designer from Malaysia who is based in London and Kuala Lumpur.
“In my artwork, I aimed to capture the joyful essence of Eid by depicting a blushing, starlit night sky embellished with decorations that draw inspiration from my home country’s traditions associated with the eagerly awaited sighting of the new moon which heralds the commencement of Eid.” Aiza Johari
This is, hands down, the most captivating perfume in Lush’s core range collection. It’s everything I adore about Lush fragrances—exuberant and unrefined, it quickly draws you in and leaves a loving, lasting impression. Woody with just a touch of sweetness, Shade is an absolute joy to wear.” Lady Lushalade, Toronto
“This perfume is lovely. It’s expensive smelling, but very delicate. I wouldn’t say it’s androgynous. I smell pine and it quickly dries down to citrus. More importantly, this smells like Taylor Swift’s armpit.” Cornelia Street, NY
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THE TOP 10 WAYS TO GET SLEEPY These soothing bestsellers are created with winding down and relaxing in mind. Naturally, plenty of the lavender-tonka icon, Sleepy, can be found here, along with some other classics that complete the perfect pre-bedtime ritual. But don’t just take our word for it. Take it away, super fans …
THE 10 BEST WAYS TO START YOUR DAY You’ve finally emerged from your lavender-scented cocoon, blinked open your eyes, and need the perfect routine to get your day jump- started. Don’t worry—we’ve got plenty of fan favorite products to shake you awake, too.
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INTERGALACTIC BATH BOMB $9.50 CAD/$9 USD
FRESH CLEANSER From $18.50 CAD/ $18 USD
“This one blows my mind every single time. It leaves skin silky smooth and adds a shimmer to my bath experience. Plus the color patterns are wild. WILD” EarlGreyT
“I’ve used this every day for 15 years now. It is the most natural, calming, soothing and at the same time gently cleansing and exfoliating product ever.” Emeranta, Glasgow
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03 OUTBACK MATE SOAP $9 CAD/$8.75 USD
THE OLIVE BRANCH SHOWER GEL From $13 CAD/ $12.50 USD “The fruitiness of the olive oil and the citrusy tang is a really nice combination. Lovely yet lively.” Michelle, Danbury
SLEEPY DUST DUSTING POWDER $14 CAD/$13.50 USD “My favorite thing to do is have a little pillow fort in my bed and sprinkle this dust all over my pillows and blankets. It really brings me to my safe space.” Feather
$10.50 CAD/$10 USD “This bath bomb helps me drift off so nicely. If you leave the bag to dry out, you can pop it either in your wardrobe or under your pillow.” NewGirl92, Newry
“This soap literally makes me want to get out of bed in the morning. Not only does it give a refreshing clean that’s great on my sensitive skin; the smell is out of this world.” Outback Mate’s Best Mate, New Jersey
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From $10 CAD/USD “I’ve used this cream for about 3 years and now introduced it to my mum after buying her a pot she also loves it too ! Leaves your skin soft and clear” Lou, Chesterfield, U.K.
SLEEPY SHOWER GEL From $13 CAD/ $12.50 USD “It brings me joy and such an
MASK OF MAGNAMINTY SELF-PRESERVING POWER MASK
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09 SLEEP MASSAGE BAR $13 CAD/USD
From $18 CAD/$17 USD “This is the best mask of all time bc it clears your skin, moisturizes, AND exfoliates. Honey is the first ingredient, which equals more yummy nutrition for your face.” Deanna, San Diego
NOT SLEEPY SHOWER BOMB $5 CAD/$4.50 USD
overwhelming sense of peace. It feels like I am walking through a field of lavender on a sun kissed spring day.” Kimberly Rose, United States
RUB RUB RUB BODY SCRUB From $25 CAD/$24 USD “The fresh laundry scent is heavenly—a perfect combo for a morning shower to start the day. The texture is a nice balance of fluffy lather and gentle scrubby bits.” Zarina
“So fresh and lemony. It woke me up and just made me feel happy. My skin is so soft and lightly scented.” Frogme77, Columbia
“Please don’t ever get rid of this product. The scent calms me at night and isn’t too overpowering but just enough to relax my senses at night.” Soulful89 10
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TWILIGHT 4-WICK CANDLE $52 CAD/$50 USD
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07 SLEEPY FACE NAKED CLEANSING BALM $16 CAD/$15 USD “It not only calmed my skin down, but it calmed me down too. This was my first foray into naked cleansing and I’m now converted.” Islandniles
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“The calming lavender scent fills my whole apartment. I burn it for an hour each night and it makes me want to get straight into bed.” LJ
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NEW SHAMPOO BAR $16 CAD/$15 USD
TEA TREE WATER TONER
SUPER MILK CONDITIONING HAIR PRIMER
SLEEPY BUBBLE BAR $15.50 CAD/$15 USD “Wow, this literally makes the water feel like silk. The smell is amazing. Honestly, I felt like I was in a ball of silk cotton wool.
LIME BOUNTY BODY BUTTER
SLEEPY AROMA AND BATH MELT $10 CAD/$9.50 USD
From $17 CAD/$16 USD “This body butter smells like an actual key lime pie. My skin feels hydrated and soft ALL DAY. It’s like magic!” Em (with sensitive skin)
“It cuts through the oil in my hair, leaves it shiny and clean, lots of volume and bounce, and the smell of cinnamon is so nice in a hot shower. One bar will last me 6 months or longer, a bottle of liquid shampoo will last a month if I’m lucky.” Bring back “I’m Home”
From $23 CAD/$22 USD “Smells like a delicious lemon cookie. When I’m out in public wearing this product in my hair, people stop me and ask what I’m wearing.” Brenna
From $15 CAD/$14 USD “My pores are less noticeably large and I’m much less oily after a long day at work! It’s incredibly refreshing.” Meipinkie
“I love that you can use it as a wax melt or in the bath tub but I definitely prefer in the bath! Oooo lord you will be so relaxed and in heaven.” GigiPanda, New York
Didn’t want to get out.” Sharon Swift, Nottingham
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INSIDE THE LUSH SPA
When Lush gives you lemons ...
Personal COMING SOON, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO SLAP A GIFT BOX WITH A HAND-PICKED PHRASE AND FILL IT WITH THEIR FAVES. MAKE IT
With Treatment Developer, Jody Bailey
This might be creating a new treatment from scratch—like the new Highlands treatment (editor’s note: only available in the U.K. for now)— or evolving existing treatments, for example updating the teas we serve to include antioxidant ingredients. I have synaesthesia, which is when your brain routes sensory information through multiple senses— literally a merging of the senses. So when I develop treatments, they turn into colors in my mind. The Highlands treatment is green, so I pick out ideas that are green, and then I’ll add some elements that are yellow or blue for depth. I can taste massage. Sometimes someone might be massaging the back of my leg and it tastes like custard. The Lush Spa is unlike anything else that exists in the industry. For example, we’re the only spa in the world that makes our own music. It’s a unique job because it’s a unique spa. For me, each treatment is its own little world, it’s got a soul. To be able to create new worlds or develop the depths of older ones, is really special to me.”
We offer 12 unique treatments across our spas globally, with locations in the U.K., Spain, France, South Korea, Japan, Dubai, U.S. and our newest addition: Vancouver, Canada. Discover some of our classic treatments here, or browse them all on the Lush app and book your appointment for some well-deserved relaxation. Our treatments
“I ’ve worked at Lush as a massage therapist and spa manager since 2011. Now, my job involves looking at what is going on in the spa industry and beyond, using my research to develop Lush Spa in new and interesting ways.
FRESH FACIAL A rejuvenating 30-minute facial.
Wear them with pride FRESHLY-SQUEEZED MERCH
HARD DAYS NIGHT A cozy 75-minute full-body stretching massage.
The Highlands Treatment
MEET THE MAKER
Taking inspiration from the rich history of Scotland, this one-hour treatment uses natural basalt stones, which are commonly found in the Highlands, to massage the whole body. By working deep into areas of muscle tension, it is said that one stroke of the mineral rich warmed stones is worth ten of the hands, offering clients a deeply relaxing and healing experience. The soundscape transports you to the magical landscape of Scotland, featuring bespoke Gaelic songs by Scottish folk artist, Julie Fowlis. It is also the last time Simon Emmerson worked on a piece of music for Lush Spa—a treasured gift. Available at the Edinburgh and Glasgow spas starting March 1st. Coming to the rest of our spas globally later this year.
GET TO KNOW THE PERSON BEHIND THE FACE STICKER. Paulo, Master Compounder
A master compounder is someone who is specially trained and can compound products in every single Lush department. My favorite product to compound is Dream Cream as it has lots of complex elements so you have to take extra care and attention when making it. My favorite thing about working in manufacturing is definitely the positive vibe, the camaraderie and everyone working together as a team. I was quite shy when I started working here, but this job has really helped me be more confident and grow as a person. Being fresh and handmade makes us different. Everything is done in our own factories, from making a product mix, all the way through to decorating and packing it to go to shops. You know a Lush product has been made with love and has had that special touch from everybody in manufacturing.
SYNAESTHESIA Our signature 80-minute multi- sensory full-body massage.
I ’m Paulo and I’m a compounder at Lush’s U.K. Manufacturing. I’ve been working at Lush for seven years. Before I worked here, I was a chef for 15 years! At Lush, I started as a production assistant in Ballistics packing bath bombs, then I became a compounder, and then I had the opportunity to become a master compounder. Being a compounder feels like somewhere between being a chef and a scientist—you work on putting all of the fresh ingredients together to make the products, which will then be pressed, shaped and decorated by manufacturing production assistants.
THE SPELL A grounding 60-minute reflexology- inspired foot and scalp massage. TALES OF BATH A restoring 75-minute side- lying hot oil massage and blissful bath.
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HILARY’S SOAPBOX People Power: a message from Lush’s Ethics Director, Hilary Jones .
HEAVEN SCENT
Is your favorite fragrance written in the stars? We say yes. So we’ve paired each of the sun signs with a fine Lush perfume that evokes their unique essence. We apologize in advance to Scorpios. Just in general.
GEMINI 21 May-20 June
TAURUS 20 April-20 May
ARIES 21 March-19 April
It’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed by the world’s problems and think there is nothing that one person can do to make a difference. But at Lush, we really believe in the power that every person has. After all, your purchasing power is what built cruelty-free cosmetics brands like ours from small beginnings to international success. You hold the power to shape the world a little bit everyday, via the choices you make when spending your money and the lifestyle you choose to lead. The other important power you hold is your voting power—and that increases in the lead up to an election. My role as Ethics Director at Lush takes me in and out of the U.K. Parliament a fair bit, and occasionally other countries’ Parliaments. Usually as a guest of charities and NGOs, but also sometimes to round table meetings with Members of Parliament (MPs) and committees. I hear all the time from parliamentarians about how their email inbox can sometimes get swamped by people
writing to them. They take notice of these emails, and they know that for every person that took the time to write to them, there are probably dozens of others that think the same way.
REVEALS FINLEY
Fresh, headstrong and fiery. What else could we pair with the first trailblazing sign of the Zodiac? Spritz a little of this ginger, mimosa and sandalwood scent and you’ll get an instant rush of spicy, floral sensations.
Comforting luxury marks this serene, indulgent earth sign. Sure, you love naps. Yes, you have a dedicated snack cupboard. Okay, so you have three different weighted blankets. Is that a crime? No. What better fragrance to fit your vibe than Turmeric Latte, filled with cozy vanilla, soothing benzoin and an intriguing dash of spice.
No Gemini slander will be tolerated on this page. Instead, this mercurial, vivacious sign deserves a fragrance just as inscrutable, indescribable and unique as they are. At once minty, smoky, woodsy and spicy, this scent is as multifaceted as the twins themselves.
O h, how time flies! A fresh Lush Times, a fresh reveal. This time I’ll be showing you a sneak peek at a couple of Father’s Day products—and yes, this will be the first time you’ve seen them. And, just like last time, should I be sharing this? No, I really shouldn’t, but it’s too late, it’s already printed. First up is Dinosaur In A Crisis: This was designed by Lush superfan, Ella. Now the name is amazing but I have to share the inspiration behind Ella’s creation: “I have picked this design because I think in situations you can have a bit of a panic/crisis and I wanted others to feel included.” Such a thoughtful little Lushie. Now such a special creation needs a special fragrance. Alina, one of our perfumers here at Lush, worked up a new fragrance which includes lavender and rose. If you’re wondering what that smells like, think Rose Jam meets Sleepy. Next up is Seaside: A cuttable bubble bar filled with nostalgia, containing patchouli, ho wood, petitgrain and ylang ylang oils. After taking a good old whiff, I can tell you this has the same fragrance as the Big Moustache Soap, Swell Shampoo and the Damp Squid Bath Bomb from Cosmetics To Go (from a time before Lush existed). That’s all I was able to get my hands on this time. Make sure you check back in with the next Lush Times to get your next sneak peek reveal.
CANCER 21 June-22 July
LEO 23 July-22 August
VIRGO 23 August-22 September
We are full of opinions here at Lush, some of which you might not share. But whatever it is you care about, whatever you think needs to change or improve—make sure you let your elected representatives know. Especially in the period before an election, be sure to exercise your power by letting politicians know what you want from them in order to win your vote.
Don’t let them pick on you for feeling too deeply, Cancer! This sensitive yet intuitive sign deserves a little warm romance for all of its emotional output. That’s why this earthy-sweet scent is underpinned by a heady dash of myrrh that lets you unleash your feelings in safe security.
A God complex? Leo? Well, if you insist. This fiery, confident sign is balanced beautifully by our fresh and meditative fragrance filled with sweet rose, heady ylang ylang, zesty Sicilian lemon oil and a dash of smoky cade.
When it’s time to get something done, you need two things: a Virgo and a strong cup of coffee. So why not combine the two with this warm, smoky scent that has its feet firmly on the ground so it’s ready to tackle anything.
LIBRA 23 September-22 October
SCORPIO 23 October-21 November
SAGITTARIUS 22 November-21 December
BLAST FROM THE PAST
A goddess complex? Libra? Wait, we already made that joke. But since Libra is the other main character of the Zodiac, it fits. This jasmine, rose, sandalwood and oudh fragrance feels so luxurious that it could only fit the ultimate (and, admittedly, indecisive) pleasure-seeker.
You know we had to do it. To be fair, it was a toss-up between this and Dirty, so you can’t be too mad at us, Scorpios. Either way, you know (and we know) that this sexy jasmine, rose and ylang ylang scent has an almost carnal aroma that fits you to a T. Just spritz a little before firing off that angry email.
Sagittarius is always yearning for adventure, so why not toss The Smell Of Freedom in your suitcase so you can fly in style? This sharp, intoxicating scent opens with a splash of zesty lemongrass with heady jasmine hot on its heels to round those sharp edges and make this an unexpected everyday choice.
Exploring the Lush Archive
Lush’s archive is for everyone, and to celebrate World Bath Bomb Day on April 27 th , Lush Archivist Julie delves into our past to find Bombastic. This floral-scented bath bomb was first launched by Cosmetics To Go (the company that came before Lush) in 1991. Inspired by Portuguese-Brazilian singer and actress Carmen Miranda, you could kiss dull bathtimes goodbye with this product. It contained cedarwood and ylang ylang essential oils, and would soften and deodorise your bathwater whilst leaving behind a lovely lingering fragrance. Would you like to see Bombastic make a comeback?
AQUARIUS 20 January-18 February
CAPRICORN 22 December-19 January
PISCES 19 February-20 March
If anyone’s going to tell you like it is, it’s a Capricorn. They are (literally) the backbone of the Zodiac. So why have we matched the no-nonsense sign with the hippy fragrance? Earthy patchouli, sweet Brazilian orange and pine needle give Karma the structure it needs to be Lush’s all-time bestselling fragrance. The backbone of the collection, if you will.
Just like Aquarius, the facade doesn’t match the interior. A perfume called Junk doesn’t exactly conjure up a delicious blackcurrant aroma, blended with refreshing lemon and a dash of herbal sage. And yet Junk is just that: unexpected, creative and (don’t tell anyone!) actually quite sweet … once you get to know it.
With your feet in the air and your head on the ground, what else could we pair with Pisces than this sweet, airy and gently floral fragrance? Vanilla and lemongrass make for an unlikely duo that balance sharp citrus with cozy sweetness, while rose and jasmine leave you feeling serene.
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