Peachy Bath Bomb by Lush

INITIAL BUBBLES

The Peachy Bath Bomb by Lush is one of the bath bombs I had the most fun photographing. I loved the pink, girly feel I had when playing around with my makeup and with the different backgrounds. I was brought back to a simpler childlike state. You best believe I couldn’t wait to take this bath! Furthermore, the Peachy Bath Bomb is a Lush classic, so I don’t doubt we’ll be seeing it for years to come!

FUN FACT ABOUT THE GLITTERY LOOK

When looking at the Peachy Bath Bomb ingredients, I was curious to see which ingredient created the glittery shine. There was a specific note that said the glitter was plastic-free and wouldn’t harm waterways. With much controversy about glitter itself and whether or not it is safe for the environment, even when there is mention of bio-degradability, I decided to see what Lush used in their creation.

Synthetic fluorphlogopite, a form of synthetic mica, seemed to be the component amongst those listed that created the brilliance. A source listed that the ingredient would biodegrade over time. Another mentioned that it was insoluble in water. I wanted to know more.

A 2020 study mentions the effect of synthetic mica on the environment: we note no change in the presence of mud snails in the water. However, there is a shrinkage of the root length of the common duckweed. Also, there is an increase in chlorophyll b & c in the water, which diminishes the presence of certain essential primary producers in freshwater ecosystems. Again, there is an increase in chlorophyll c, which increases the concentration of a component that is used to measure the environmental change in freshwater ecosystems: the actual impact of this needs to be studied. Overall, it seems that “biodegradable” glitter seems to need more studying before we can conclude anything for certain. The taglines used to get consumer attention need to be verified over time as new research comes to light. Will Lush make changes to its recipes with this study or others in mind?

THE PEACHY BATH

I dropped the bath bomb in the water and immediately, a burst of green and pink arose on the surface as well as a glittery sheen. 

As the bath bomb sunk, slowly, orange clouds in the water started invading the bath. It looked as if an orange smoke bomb had gone off in my bathtub. I was mesmerized.

Sadly, the bath bomb had cracked a bit when I was storing it, so I added the little leaf piece in and a burst of green came forth. Trying to clear the white foam on the surface of the water to take a clear picture, I shook the top of the water. However, as soon as I finished and saw the clear color of the water, it foamed up just as quickly. 

I dipped into the bath and relaxed peacefully, smelling the fruit and not quite being able to pinpoint which scents composed it. My body got covered in foam as I laid back and attempted to get the past week out of my body.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Scent: fruity

Opacity: transparent.

Final colour: glittery coral-rose.

Verdict: Loved this bath and would recommend it, but I definitely wanted more pizazz when the bath bomb hit the water.

Peaches, not your thing? Don’t hesitate to read about the other Lush bath bombs I’ve tried!

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