A solid moisturiser, rather than a liquid lotion in a bottle, with a refreshing twist on straight up lavender.

Lavender does the heavy lifting here, but this isn't a one-note bedtime scent. Eucalyptus brings a sharper edge while the lemon lifts the whole thing. The combination is fresh with a slightly sharp edge rather than purely soporific. This is the kind of bar you can reach for after a shower just as easily as before bed.

Suits: Dry, mature or normal skin that needs a richer, longer-lasting moisturiser. Not suitable for the face.

Formulators note: Lavender is a comfortable and well-known scent for good reason. But I didn't want a bar that only worked at bedtime. The eucalyptus and lemon pull it into daytime territory. This is for you if you want the familiarity of lavender without it feeling too heavy for daytime.

Shea was a natural choice because it is easily absorbed into the outermost layers of the skin. It is also a great addition to help combat dry skin and can be used neat in the absence of anything else.

What is a lotion bar? A lotion bar is a solid replacement that you use to moisturise your skin. The principles for both a bar and liquid cream are the same. The difference is a bar is made up of plant oils, butters and waxes while a lotion or cream combines oils and water. You can read more here.

Did you know: The name Lavender comes from the Latin lavare, meaning "to wash". The Romans were known to scent their bathwater with it and it is one of the fragrances most commonly associated with sleep and all things calming. Eucalyptus was widely used in World War I to control infections and influenza.