JO MALONE LONDON WOOD SAGE & SEA SALT COLOGNE #TBT REVIEW

This weeks #TBT Review only goes back to December 2020,I thought in the

 run up to Christmas I would re-post this, as it may provide some inspiration

for last minute gifting ideas.

(Woolworths currently have 20% off)

It seems way longer than 12 months, that I have been loving my

Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt.

I have just recently purchased my 3rd 30ml bottle and after saying below

that it's more economical to buy the 30ml size initially and then

invest in the larger 50ml or 100ml sizes, I just found that I have too many

 on the go at any one time, so I decided to re-purchase the 30ml

as that suits my type of usage far better.

I still adore this fragrance along with my JML Earl Grey & Cucumber

and these 2 form part of my regular 4/5 fragrances I alternate between.

I have amended the prices below and again SA prices have increased the

 most...

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Who doesn't love JO MALONE LONDON, I adore

the whole Georgian London Townhouse vibe along with the now iconic 

luxe cream boxes with black ribbon, yet

despite having a huge selection of fragrances to choose from I, personally, have 

really struggled over the years to find a scent to fall in love with.

Having spent many years dealing with the marketing of fragrances, I

find that I'm really under whelmed by so many and impressed by so few.

Perhaps what I'm trying to say is, I'm picky when it comes to fragrance.

Not having a Jo Malone boutique in KZN I often made a bee-line for

the counters in Duty Free and the boutiques on my travels, but sadly

I just couldn't find THE ONE.

That was until a couple of years ago when I discovered one of my

all time fave fragrances ever...Earl Grey & Cucumber Cologne.

There's a back story to this fragrance, as I dismissed it from the onset

of my search, due to the name and I convinced myself that I wouldn't

be the ONE for me, so didn't even give it a spritz.

How wrong I was, as it proved to be THE ONE and was my first 

Jo Malone fragrance.

Earl Grey & Cucumber Review

Recently I found my 2nd Jo Malone scent in the form of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt

and dare I admit to this, but again I dismissed it, as I really didn't

think I would like it due to the ingredients.

How could I make the same mistake twice, so in future even if I don't like 

the name of a fragrance I will try it first and hopefully I'll discover some

new fragrance likes.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne arrived on the fragrance scene in September 2014 accompanied with a perfumed body care collection. 

 Complex Ingredients include ambrette seed, sea salt and sage, along with red algae and grapefruit. Sea air is mixed with salty and mineral texture of sand and stones and the scent of driftwood adds a natural and fresh sophistication.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne was created with the intention to evoke the

 feeling of pleasure, freedom and escape into nature, inspired by the unique character 

and quality of British beach. 

As with many Jo Malone fragrances, fragrance pairing is encouraged

 and this fragrance can be mixed with

 Lime Basil & Mandarin or Nectarine Blossom & Honey eau de cologne.

As I always say fragrance is a very personal choice and that's why it's so

important to try on your skin to see how it develops and finally settles.

I personally buy the smallest size initially, generally 30ml and then move

 onto to purchase the more economical 50ml or 100ml sizes.

Both the Earl Grey & Cucumber and the Wood Sage & Sea Salt are lighter

Citrus/Woody/Aromatic fragrances and for me are ideal for daily Summer wear.

Both are unisex and my hubby also is partial to a spritz of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt...

It's taken me several years of perseverance with Jo Malone fragrances, 

but I feel the wait was worth it, as I Love both of my choices.

JO MALONE

WOOD SAGE & SEA SALT

COLOGNE

30ml/100ml

R

995/2100

1045/2250

£

50/100

52/102

$

72/142

74/144

Please let me know in the comments below as to which are your favourite

Jo Malone scents.

RECENT EMPTIES {NOVEMBER 2021}

 Being my last "Recent Empties" post for 2021 I've 5 products that I have

 recently emptied and that's always a good and expensive sign, as they need

 to be replaced.

Having been in use for many months they're looking a

"little worse for wear" and in some cases downright grubby, but all

have been lovingly used and enjoyed.

As always I will link my full reviews on each product below via the

Pink Links

L-R

CLEAN RESERVE

 CITROEN FIG

EDP

I love my Clean Reserve Citroen Fig and if I'm not mistaken this is my

2nd 100ml empty. It really has become one of my all-time favourites,

as I just love the top notes of fig, ginger, and lemon oil that will brings you an immediate burst of citrus, followed by the middle notes of cardamom, mint, copaiba, and mandarin, then the base notes of sandalwood, cedarwood,

 and musk will ensure that you have an exotic scent to last throughout the day.

I have recently purchased my next bottle, so there will be a seamless move

over from my old and very grubby bottle to the sparkling new one.

CLEAN RESERVE FRAGRANCE REVIEWS

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SVR 

VITAMIN C ANTIOXIDANT

 FOAM MASK

This micro-peeling creamy foam is a cocktail of wonderful active ingredients 

to awaken any dull, tired skin and boost the skins radiance. 

I have so many exfoliating products on the go at any one time and

I use which ever I feel my skin is needing on that specific day, but

 as this delivers on all that it claims, I found myself reaching for it often.

I did finish this product some time ago and despite my initial concern

as to how long the 50ml canister would last, I was pleasantly surprised

with its longevity.

I found this foamy format rather fun and quick to use, whilst still being

extremely effective and one that I would highly recommend.

To read my full review

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ESTHEDERM

OSMOCLEAN

MICELLAR WATER

FOR FACE & EYES

This French skincare brand is relatively new to me in terms of using 

any of their products and I was suitable impressed with their 

cleansing milk.

The fresh toning texture leaves skin clean, fresh and soft and

I've been enjoying this Micellar Water, thus far, as it's ticks all the

boxes when it comes to what you expect from a Micellar Water.

To read my full review

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JO MALONE

WOOD SAGE & SEA SALT

COLOGNE

As I always say fragrance is a very personal choice and that's why it's so

important to try on your skin to see how it develops and finally settles.

It's taken me several years of perseverance with Jo Malone fragrances, 

but I feel the wait was worth it, as I Love both of my finds.

Back in 2016 I discovered Jo Malone Earl Grey and Cucumber cologne

several JM tests later towards the end of 2020 I found my 2nd Jo Malone scent

 in the form of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt

and dare I admit to this, but again I dismissed it, as I really didn't

think I would like it due to the ingredients.

 Both of my loves are lighter

Citrus/Woody/Aromatic fragrances and for me are ideal for daily

 Summer wear.

Both are unisex and my hubby also is partial to a spritz of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt...

It's taken me several years of perseverance with Jo Malone fragrances, 

but I feel the wait was worth it, as I Love both of my choices.

Again I recently re-purchased, so I had a back-up ready to go.

To read my full review

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STRIVECTIN 

SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT 

VITAMIN C SERUM

Having just finished this serum, this is one that I haven't yet replaced

 and I doubt that I will for sometime, as I have several serums still

to review, however that doesn't mean to say that I wouldn't recommend,

in fact its the opposite, as I highly recommend.

It's such an easy product to incorporate into your daily skincare regime

and I soon noticed a difference in my skin (around 4-5 weeks). 

The most noticeable improvement was in the brightness and the radiance

 of my skin, whilst over the weeks I could most definitely see a softening

of the lines across my forehead.

It's easy to apply, it's 2 serums in one and most of all it works 

and is a great product

as an introduction to the wonders of Vitamin C and Retinol... 

To read my full review

Let me know in the comments below if you have used any of

 these products...

JO MALONE LONDON ENGLISH PEAR AND FREESIA COLOGNE {REVIEW}

Considering the vast array of fragrances that 

JO MALONE LONDON

 have in their "fragrance stable" I have only ever found 2 that have

 truly unleashed my fragrance love and adoration;

Earl Grey & Cucumber Click here

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Click here

  Granted I haven't tested them all yet, so my journey with 

JO MALONE scents continues.

However with a recent JO MALONE order that I placed online I was 

gifted a rather cute 9ml spray size of their popular 

English Pear & Freesia Cologne

and Freesias just happen to be my favourite scented bridal flower.

I had freesias in my own bridal bouquet along with roses and still

to this day they both remain my favourite flowers.

English Pear & Freesia sounded like a match made in floral heaven.

JO MALONE describe this combination as 

The essence of autumn. 

The sensuous freshness of just-ripe pears is 

wrapped in a bouquet of white freesias, and mellowed by amber, 

patchouli and woods. Luscious and golden.

Top Note:

King William Pear

An unusual, innovative ingredient, this accord of mellow scented fruit is 

fresh and ripe with a juicy facet.

Heart Note:

Freesia

Quintessentially English, cool white freesias imbue the heart of the fragrance

 with a delicate yet distinctive scent.

Base Note:

Patchouli

A sensuously deep, woody note that enhances the longevity of the fragrance.

For the lovers of the English Pear & Freesia scent there is an 

extensive collection of scented products including: a Home Candle, 

Body Cream, Fragrance Diffuser, Body & Hand Lotion, Bath Oil

and a Body & Hand Wash, Hair Mist and a Hand Cream.

Unfortunately for me, this combo was not a match made in floral heaven,

as I found the fragrance was more dominant with the soft pear notes

 than my beloved bridal freesias.

Despite being classified as "Fruity" this isn't your usual fresh, citrus, 

sparkling, fruity offering, for me it leans towards being a more delicate 

floral scent.

I personally found the lingering woody base note of Patchouli

to offer little longevity, as on "moi" it soon faded.

As I've said in numerous fragrance reviews, it's all a matter of personal

taste (not literally) and sadly the rather nondescript 

English Pear & Freesia 

was not for me, so for now my JO MALONE "loves" still remain at two...

 JO MALONE 

LONDON

ENGLISH PEAR & FREESIA

COLOGNE

30/50/100mls

R

995/1500/2100

£

50/70/100

$

72/100/142

Let me know in the comments below what your favourite JML

fragrances are.

JO MALONE LONDON WOOD SAGE & SEA SALT COLOGNE {REVIEW}

Who doesn't love JO MALONE LONDON, I adore

the whole Georgian London Townhouse vibe along with the now iconic 

luxe cream boxes with black ribbon, yet

despite having a huge selection of fragrances to choose from I, personally, have 

really struggled over the years to find a scent to fall in love with.

Having spent many years dealing with the marketing of fragrances, I

find that I'm really under whelmed by so many and impressed by so few.

Perhaps what I'm trying to say is, I'm picky when it comes to fragrance.

Not having a Jo Malone boutique in KZN I often made a bee-line for

the counters in Duty Free and the boutiques on my travels, but sadly

I just couldn't find THE ONE.

That was until a couple of years ago when I discovered one of my

all time fave fragrances ever...Earl Grey & Cucumber Cologne.

There's a back story to this fragrance, as I dismissed it from the onset

of my search, due to the name and I convinced myself that I wouldn't

be the ONE for me, so didn't even give it a spritz.

How wrong I was, as it proved to be THE ONE and was my first 

Jo Malone fragrance.

Earl Grey & Cucumber Review

Recently I found my 2nd Jo Malone scent in the form of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt

and dare I admit to this, but again I dismissed it, as I really didn't

think I would like it due to the ingredients.

How could I make the same mistake twice, so in future even if I don't like 

the name of a fragrance I will try it first and hopefully I'll discover some

new fragrance likes.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne arrived on the fragrance scene in September 2014 accompanied with a perfumed body care collection. 

 Complex Ingredients include ambrette seed, sea salt and sage, along with red algae and grapefruit. Sea air is mixed with salty and mineral texture of sand and stones and the scent of driftwood adds a natural and fresh sophistication.

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne was created with the intention to evoke the

 feeling of pleasure, freedom and escape into nature, inspired by the unique character 

and quality of British beach. 

As with many Jo Malone fragrances, fragrance pairing is encouraged

 and this fragrance can be mixed with

 Lime Basil & Mandarin or Nectarine Blossom & Honey eau de cologne.

As I always say fragrance is a very personal choice and that's why it's so

important to try on your skin to see how it develops and finally settles.

I personally buy the smallest size initially, generally 30ml and then move

 onto to purchase the more economical 50ml or 100ml sizes.

Both the Earl Grey & Cucumber and the Wood Sage & Sea Salt are lighter

Citrus/Woody/Aromatic fragrances and for me are ideal for daily Summer wear.

Both are unisex and my hubby also is partial to a spritz of

Wood Sage & Sea Salt...

It's taken me several years of perseverance with Jo Malone fragrances, 

but I feel the wait was worth it, as I Love both of my choices.

JO MALONE

WOOD SAGE & SEA SALT

COLOGNE

30ML/100ML

R

995/2100

£

50/100

$

72/142

Please let me know in the comments below as to which are your favourite

Jo Malone scents.