Phoenix Rising bath bomb

For someone that visits Lush Cosmetics so much,  I don't normally buy very many bath bombs. This is because I usually like multiple-use products, and unless you chop a bath bomb in half (which I think somewhat dampens the 'experience' of using it, even though it is more economical), you are getting a one-time-use product. Nonetheless, it is nice to pick up one for a treat to enjoy now and again.

Pheonix rising is a cinnamon scented bath bomb, that is in Lush's regular range. Although rumours have floated around that it's being discontinued, Lush staff and HQ have made no comments regarding this, and it continues being sold in all the Lush shops I go to.

This bath bomb is very visually appealing to me, it is a deep, luxurious purple, topped with gold glitter and flakes of cinnamon stick. It seems a little more heavy and 'solid' than Lush's other bath bombs- if that makes sense. It is less powdery in texture, and feels a little more like a bubble bar.

Using a bath bomb is simple. Run a hot bath, then drop it in the bath and get in.

When this bath bomb is dropped into the bath, you will notice it sinks to the bottom of the tub, rather than floating on the surface like most other bath bombs. This is not due to the freshness of the bath bomb, as I have bought several of these fresh, and the same thing happens every time.



As the purple fizzes away, it turns the water a magenta colour with slight gold lustre. There is also a small amount of white foam. 

The cinnamon stick flakes don't really do anything much to the water, and can be easily fished out and thrown away if need be.

As the purple bath bomb fizzes at the bottom of the water, it becomes lighter, and floats to the surface. Inside the purple 'shell', is a emerald green core, which fizzes and spews soft, dark green foam all over the surface of the water. 

Once the Phoenix rising bath bomb has finished dissolving, your bath will be a stunning visual display of gold-laced magenta water, with green and white foams. The water is fairly moisturising, although not the softest I have ever had from a Lush bath bomb.

The scent of this bath bomb is a sexy, strong blend of cinnamon, with a slight faint undertone of apple. It is definitely a scent that would be appreciated by both the male and female audience, and is long lasting enough to stay with you for more than a few hours.

Overall, for £3.35, you are getting a pretty visual bath display, nourishing water, and a unique but lovely scent offering that lasts. Phoenix rising is one of my favourite regular bath bombs, and one which I will return to using time and time again.

Score: 8/10