Re: Molton Brown and B&BW Kitchen Herb

Ok, so I have to say that the Molton Brown Re-charge Black Pepper bodywash is one of my all-time faves. I know it's heavily-scented (sort of in the incense, patchouli family), so it's probably not a product that should be used daily. But really, nothing makes me feel more autumn-fresh than washing with this shower gel and putting on a nice oversized neutral-toned sweater. If I remember correctly, Lindsey said she used this before she goes out for the evening. I use it on Saturdays, sitting around my apartment in big sweaters. Good for both occasions, I think.

Also, Kitchen Herb? Really????? I hated this stuff. Give me Kitchen Lemon or Kitchen Spice any day over this handsoap. I had it in my kitchen in college once and I dreaded washing my hands with it (hence, it seemed to be the never-ending dispenser). I usually like fresh, herb-y scented things, but for some reason I had a real aversion to this handsoap.

What are your thoughts on the Bath & Body Works moisturizer handsoap? I discovered that it's not bad. Since I probably wash my hands more than the average person, it helps to keep them moisturized during the harsh winter months.

What's on your sink now?

We have: Method French Lavender (my roommate's purchase)

Molton Brown

Lindsey brought up Molton Brown in her last comment and I'm glad she did. I checked them out this weekend as well. Here's the thing - Lindsey used to use their Re-Charge Black Pepper Body Wash in college. It's their most popular scent for men and women according to their statistics. I liked the scent, but I didn't know how I would ever get through the whole bottle. My first year in New York I purchased the Heavenly Gingerlily Bath & Shower Gel. According to the site it is a "feminine, indulgent and exotic shower gel". It's more girly than the black pepper of course, but towards the end I was trying to use it up as fast as possible when I realized I didn't love it that much to begin with. They give you a lot of product but you pay $30.00. I've also used their Energising Seamoss Bath & Shower Gel.

I want to like Molton Brown because a) Kevin Bacon and his family use it b) they have nice packaging. But I just can't. Everything seems to hit me over the head scent-wise and most of the time it's such a funky mix of scents that I don't want it to be as strong as they've mixed it. I wish they would tone it down a bit - am I the only one who thinks this?