Lush describe Rub Rub Rub as a “Sea Salt Shower Scrub”. I was bemused that it comes in a bottle not a pot. However after being given it as part of the “Hello Gorgeous” gift set I was keen to test it for you lovely potential consumers. Lush claim salt is “extra cleansing and mineral rich” and disappears into the water (and can be used as a shampoo). Now with such big claims I couldn’t wait to find out what it’s like.
The Shower scrub
Now I love exfoliating soaps and scrubs; particularly to get rid of rough knees and elbows so I am already swayed by what the product claims to do. On opening the bottle I am greeted by the lovely familiar smell of Sakura. Lush veterans will remember 17 Cherry Tree Lane soap which smelt the same. This jasmine, orange and mimosa scent was just perfect when I took it to India as I never bother wearing perfume when in hot countries. Rub Rub Rub gets a big thumbs up for scent. The scrub is quite thick and you may have to take the lid off if you require a dollop rather than a squirt of the stuff. Make sure you shake the bottle well to distribute the salt evenly.
Product in action
In the shower I found the ideal way to use it is directly from the bottle with my hands. Using a loofah dissolves the salt and you lose the nice scrubby feeling you get when using your hands.
After the first shower my skin was left feeling smooth and I noticed it helps eliminate ingrowing hairs which is a bonus. I have dry hair which has been ravaged by the sun while in India so I haven’t tried Rub Rub Rub as a shampoo. I suspect it would be better suited to those with greasy hair or anyone who requires volume.
I would go far enough to say this is the best scrub I have used as it doesn’t leave skin feeling overly oily. Sometimes too much oil in scrubs can leave skin feeling greasy but Rub Rub Rub doesn’t do that. Skin is left feeling fresh smooth and clean. I am pleased to say the scrub does wash away easily in the water (which I was relieved about as I hate leaving hotel bathrooms looking messy).
My feet took a bit of a beating doing the temple trails and a five minute wash with this divine vegan scrub got rid of all dry skin and put much needed moisture into my skin.
Value for money
Rub Rub Rub comes in three sizes: 100g – £2.89/ 250g – £ 5.82/500g – £9.74
I know the 100g bottle works out as more expensive but I will only buy that to take on holiday as it is really heavy due to the high salt content. Also I prefer to use liquid Lush products while they are fresh.
I have noticed that my skin is extremely smooth and the daily exfoliation means I have an even tan. I am pleased to have got rid of my “t-shirt lines” from my arms!
I have been using generous helpings of Rub Rub Rub for almost a month now and my family have been helping themselves too. I still have half a bottle left and suspect a little can go a long way with this scrub. I suspect it would last for three months (I don’t think I’ll be showering three times a day in the UK!). A pound a month isn’t bad for something that works this well- I will use this as a summer treat.
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