Caring Cosmetics: PHB Ethical Beauty

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Monday, 13 December 2021

PHB Ethical Beauty Balance Face Wash - Review*

PHB Ethical Beauty is a pioneering family run business with a revolutionary multi-award winning a range of UK handmade ethical beauty products which are all-natural, vegan and halal certified. PHB give us ethically made products that are a safer choice for our health and for the environment. They're also raising awareness about ethical issues that arise in the cosmetics industry, such as the use of animal-derived ingredients, plastic microbeads and palm oil in cosmetics. All of PHB's products are free from alcohol, animal ingredients, harmful chemicals & allergens and they are strongly against animal testing.

This foaming face wash gently lifts away dirt, makeup and impurities to refresh, replenish and rebalance your skin. Lavender oil is rich in antioxidants and antimicrobial properties that help clear, calm and balance skin. Salicylic Acid helps to cleanse decongested skin of excess oils & has astringent properties which help minimise pores. Well Being Blend: Bring Balance to your skin & senses with calming Lavender, revitalising Geranium, Rosemary and uplifting Tea Tree. Handmade with love for people with oily skin, blemishes and acne.

This PHB Ethical Beauty Balance Face Wash from Love Lula is a great face wash. The Product smells lovely, it foams up well and it leaves my skin feeling really soft and fresh. I also love the fancy glass bottle.

£17 from Love Lula

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Tuesday, 15 January 2019

PHB Ethical Beauty New Skin Perfector Bio-Gel*

PHB Ethical Beauty is a pioneering family run business with a revolutionary multi-award winning a range of UK handmade ethical beauty products which are all natural, vegan and halal certified. PHB give us ethically made products that are a safer choice for our health and for the environment. They're also raising awareness about ethical issues that arise in the cosmetics industry, such as the use of animal-derived ingredients, plastic microbeads and palm oil in cosmetics. All of PHB's products are free from alcohol, animal ingredients, harmful chemicals & allergens and they are strongly against animal testing.

This skin perfecting Bio-Gel blends the finest quality organic Aloe Vera with pure Rose Oil & Sea Buckthorn in a skin-quenching and healing formula. Rich in essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients that help increase elasticity, promote scar healing & improve skin’s appearance and texture.

I'm always on the hunt for new products to try that claim to promote scar healing or help with stretch marks. I've now accepted that scars and stretch marks are normal and that everyone has them, but I do like to keep mine extra hydrated than the rest of my skin so that they stay super soft. I simply love the look of the new range that PBH Ethical Beauty has brought out and the glass packaging is amazing. You can buy the new range from LoveLula.com which is where I came across it. This Skin Perfector Bio-Gel from PHB Ethical Beauty smells lovely and I love using it on my body as it sinks in quickly. The only problem I have is that it seems to leave my facial skin feeling a little heavy so I prefer to use it in the evenings before I go to sleep rather than in the mornings. This product is great at leaving my skin feel super soft, making it the perfect product to keep my scars and stretch marks hydrated!

£22 from LoveLula.com

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Sunday, 25 November 2018

PHB Ethical Beauty Soothing Hand Cream with Organic Lavender - Review*

Try PHB’s rich and nourishing Soothing hand cream, made with a creamy formula that hydrates and nourishes skin yet absorbs instantly leaving no greasiness or residue. Organic butter & botanical actives relieve dryness, soften skin and increase suppleness. With pure Organic Lavender to calm and soothe your skin & senses. PHB Ethical Beauty is a family business - Handmade in the UK - 15% of profit goes to charity.

• Shea butter & organic Lavender for soft, healthy skin • Rich, nourishing formula for softer and more supple skin • Soothes hard-working hands • No greasiness or residue • Mild and Gentle • Cruelty-free, vegan and halal certified • Handmade in the UK •

I love a good hand cream, I ended up coming across this PHB Ethical Beauty Soothing Hand Cream with Organic Lavender on LoveLula.com and decided to give it a try. With the cold weather now in full swing, for me, hand cream is a must. I love the shape of this bottle as you can pump out just enough of the hand cream without wasting any of the product. The lavender scent smells lovely and it isn't overpowering like I thought it might be. I really like this hand creams as my hands are left feeling really soft after use and there's absolutely no greasiness left on my hands which is a must for me.

£10.95 for 50ml from LoveLula.com

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Thursday, 16 August 2018

PHB Ethical Beauty Balancing Facial Tonic with Tea Tree - Review*

PHB’s balancing facial tonic is handcrafted using pure Tea Tree, a natural astringent that sanitises skin whilst helping to calm redness and irritation. It helps to restore the skins natural PH balance and close pores whilst soothing sensitive or irritated skin. Great for balancing oily skin and soothing sunburn and eczema.

• Alcohol (ethanol) & oil-free toner • Restores skin’s PH balance • Sanitizes skin and reduces inflammation • Promotes a clearer, blemish-free complexion • Calms redness and improves skin tone • Purifies and refines skin • Use throughout the day to refresh and brighten skin • Cruelty-free, vegan and Halal certified •

My Summer holiday is approaching me fast, so I've been going through my cosmetics checklist to decide on what to take with me. I decided that I need something to help me freshen up my face from all the suncream I'll be using on it, whether it's during the day or at the end of my night. I ended up coming across this PHB Ethical Beauty Balancing facial Tonic on LoveLula.com. The tonic has a pleasant scent with a noticeable hint of the tea tree which is refreshing. I love that it doesn't leave my face feeling sticky and that my skin is left soft and refreshed instead. It also amazes me that I can still see leftover dirt being removed even after washing my face, because of this I know that my skin has had a really good clean. I find this product is great for oily skin as a refresher during the day even if you haven't been using suncream all day!

£13.95 for 100ml from LoveLula.com

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Sunday, 17 June 2018

PHB Ethical Beauty Mineral Eyebrow Powder in Raven - Review*

'Define those brows'

• Free of Nanoparticles, parabens, Bismuth Oxychloride, Talc, Formaldehyde, mineral oils, fillers, gluten, fragrance, preservatives & GM ingredients. • Long lasting • Smudge proof • Water resistant & oil-free • Buildable colour • 100% natural- great for sensitive skin • Vegan, cruelty-free and Halal •

£9.95 for 3g from LoveLula.com

These products were sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Monday, 12 March 2018

PHB Ethical Beauty Mineral Eyebrow Powder in Brunette & Brow Define Brush - Review*

'Define those brows'

Gentle and long lasting for naturally beautiful brows. Available in four shades PHB's Mineral Eyebrow Powders define and fill-in brows with natural-looking colour to highlight facial features and frame the eyes. They never smudge and provide incredible staying power. Made with the purest minerals that are kind to sensitive skin

Small thin angled brush perfect for applying brow powder. Can also be used for eyeshadow. Our vegan Brow Define Brush is the perfect multi-function brush to fill in and define your eyebrows with ease. The perfect tool to use with PHB Pressed Mineral Brow Powder. This multi-purpose brush is also ideal for applying eyeshadow wet to create an eyeliner effect and achieve a sleek finish look. Great for creating different colour eyeliner.

• Vegan (no animal hairs) • Cruelty-free • Gentle to Skin • Handmade • Sustainable Materials • Eco-friendly Soft Bristles • Halal Certified •

Every now and again I try to shade in my eyebrows and this time I came across the PHB Eyebrow Powder in Brunette to do the job along with their Brow Define Brush on LoveLula.com. Obviously, these two items go hand in hand and I find that they work really well together. The shade Brunette is better suited for dark blonde to medium brown brows and the only downside for me is that it's little too auburn for me. The brush is easy to use and blend with and is very precise when applying the eyebrow powder. I found that the product stayed on all day after a days work and didn't seem to smudge at all.

Eyebrow Powder £9.95 for 3g from LoveLula.com

Brow Define Brush £7.95 from LoveLula.com

These products were sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Tuesday, 27 February 2018

PHB Ethical Beauty All-In-One Black Mascara - Review*

• Free of nanoparticles, parabens, bismuth oxychloride, talc, formaldehyde, mineral oils, fillers, gluten, fragrance, preservatives & GM ingredients. • Lengthens, thickens and volumises • Water resistant • Never flakes or smudges • Nourishes and strengthens lashes • Free from petrochemicals • Great for sensitive eyes • Vegan, Cruelty-Free and Halal Certified •

I've really enjoyed trying out this PHB Ethical Beauty All-In-One Black Mascara from LoveLula.com this month. The product separates my lashes well without leaving any clumps of the mascara behind. I find the brush easy and simple to use, which is a big thing when it comes to mascaras! I've worn the mascara quite a few times now and it hasn't flaked as of yet, on a night out or at work which is a bonus. I find my lashes are extended to a nice natural length with this mascara which makes it a nice day to day product for myself.

£15.95 from LoveLula.com

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Wednesday, 27 December 2017

PHB Ethical Beauty Clarifying Hair Care Gift Set - Review*

PHB Ethical Beauty is a pioneering family run business with a revolutionary multi-award winning range of UK handmade ethical beauty products which are all natural, vegan and halal certified. PHB give us ethically made products that are a safer choice for our health and for the environment. They're also raising awareness about ethical issues that arise in the cosmetics industry, such as the use of animal-derived ingredients, plastic microbeads and palm oil in cosmetics. All of PHB's products are free from alcohol, animal ingredients, harmful chemicals & allergens and they are strongly against animal testing.

PHB’s natural hair care solutions contain only the finest natural ingredients to care for and protect your hair. The gentle SLS-free Shampoo and Silicone free conditioner strengthen and protect hair and scalp naturally whilst ensuring hair is truly cleansed, moisturised and nourished. PHB’s gentle formulas are made using natural ingredients which are kind to scalp, skin and hair. With carefully combined blends of herbs, botanical oils and organic extracts based on age-old remedies that help to nourish and strengthen hair. Always free from Parabens, SLS & Harmful Chemicals.

PHB's Clarifying Hair Care Gift Set is recommended for people with dry, out of condition hair, itchy/flaky scalp or hair that gets greasy quickly. PHB's Clarifying Shampoo cleanses hair, balances the scalp and nourishes with vitamins & minerals for healthy hair. Renewing herbal extracts of Vanilla & Mandarin cleanse the scalp, controlling flakiness and preventing excess sebum. Organic Argan Oil & Sea Buckthorn enrich hair with nourishing vitamins and minerals, stimulating the scalp helping to encourage healthy growth, combat hair loss and soothe irritation. PHB’s handcrafted Clarifying Conditioner is specially formulated with a carefully selected blend of nourishing botanicals to meet the needs of covered hair. The unique lightweight formula is enriched with botanical actives that revitalise and nourish without ever weighing hair down. With an Organic Coconut & Oat complex that restores, strengthens and detangles for hair that is softer, more manageable and naturally healthy.

After washing my hair with the shampoo and then conditioner, unfortunately, my hair felt like it needed to be washed again. My hair felt a little greasy and even looked limp, I'm not sure if this happened due to the products being clarifying. I quite like the natural subtle scent that both of the products have and I really like the design of the bottles, a pump shampoo and conditioner are a lot easier to use in a shower.

• Balances and nourishes to promote healthy hair • Vanilla & Mandarin cleanse & soothe the scalp, control flakiness and prevent excess sebum • Sea Buckthorn stimulates the scalp encouraging healthy growth & less hair loss • Organic Oats recondition for softer and more manageable hair • Organic Argan oil nourishes and stimulates for hair that shines • Rich in strengthening Vitamins & essential fatty acids • Helps maintain healthy hair and scalp • Mild and gentle to scalp, skin and eyes • Free From Parabens, Artificial Fragrance & Colours, Petrochemicals, Formaldehyde, Mineral Oils •

£22.50 for two 250ml bottles from LoveLula.com*

These products were sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Wednesday, 30 August 2017

PHB Ethical Beauty Anti-aging Moisturiser with Monoï Oil and Gardenia - Review*

Handmade in the UK PHB's products are free from quite a lot of things which include, no animal ingredients, Parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, Alcohol (Ethyl Alcohol, Ethanol), Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, Petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, Phthalates, Colourants, Silicone, Mineral oils and Propylene Glycol. PHB's products are also organic, vegan and Halal.

PHB’s Anti-aging moisturiser is based on an ancient Polynesian formula where Gardenia Flowers are handpicked and infused with coconut oil. This exotic active blend nourishes skin with natural antioxidants and vitamins that replenish skin, restore elasticity, improve firmness and regenerate cells for a natural healthy glow. Gardenia flowers have unique properties that encourage collagen synthesis and prevent collagen degradation protecting firmness and elasticity for more supple skin.

With my mid-twenties approaching fast I've recently been looking into finding more and more anti-ageing products. Whilst having a good look through LoveLula I came across a face cream by PHB Ethical Beauty. I love a lot of their products so I was excited to give this one a go! I thought I'd try and get into the routine of applying the cream to my face at least once a day. I've been managing to do this right before I go to sleep and I find this better than applying both morning and night. The cream is quite thick and I feel it's too heavy for my oily skin to be using it both day and night. I've also only been using the cream on my targeted areas not all over, such as my forehead and lines around my mouth. I find the product easy to rub in, my skin feels very soft after use and I absolutely love the smell.

• A nourishing formula that absorbs instantly • Gentle skin enhancing formula • Rich in essential vitamins, antioxidants and omegas • Handmade with Monoï de Tahiti oil and Gardenia flowers • Maintains skin elasticity and hydration • Softens and protects • Promotes healthy, radiant skin • Enhances collagen and elastin production for firmer skin •

£17.95 for 50ml from LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Tuesday, 29 August 2017

PHB Ethical Beauty Anti-Aging Eye Gel with Organic Argan & Rock Rose - Review*

Handmade in the UK PHB Products are free from quite a lot of things, these include no animal ingredients, Parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, Alcohol (Ethyl Alcohol, Ethanol), Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, Petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, Phthalates, Colourants, Silicone, Mineral oils and Propylene Glycol. PHB products are also organic, vegan and Halal.

PHB’s Anti-Aging Eye Gel is made with a blend of vitamin enriched oils and botanical extracts that help eyes maintain a youthful appearance. The skin around eyes is more delicate than anywhere else on the body and needs special care to remain bright, supple and resist the effects of time. PHB has developed a unique delivery system that quickly penetrates the skin to get to the heart of the epidermis allowing the pure botanical extracts to get to work deep within skin where they can truly make a difference. PHB’s Anti-aging eye gel contains a blend of plant and fruit bio-actives including Argan Oil, Seaweed, Rock Rose & Lavender to target signs of ageing, relax muscle tension and ensure proper hydration. These oils also stimulate the healthy production of collagen & elastin to keep skin looking firm and feeling rejuvenated.

I recently run out of my current eye cream, so I was on the hunt for a new one to try. Looking through LoveLula.com, I ended up coming across PHB Ethical Beauty's Anti-Ageing Eye Gel with Organic Argan and Rock Rose. Firstly, I love the packaging for this eye gel. It's a great size for travelling and has a handy pump rather than a squeezy nib. Going on to the product itself, I find the scent of the gel to be very soft and subtle, which is great if you don't like strong scents. I've found that a little goes a long way with this product, so not much needed to get a full coverage. I find the eye gel easy to apply and I love that it instantly sinks into the skin. Overall, I can honestly say that I've found my skin looking visually smoother and the skin under my eyes seems to be glowing more since using PHB's Anti-Ageing Eye Gel.

• Fresh and silky texture that sinks in instantly • Unique delivery system • Targets signs of ageing to refresh & revitalise eyes • Handmade with Organic Argan & Rock Rose • Perfect for reaction prone skin • Highly soothing and skin restoring • Rich in Vitamins and Antioxidants that help prevent signs of ageing • Mild and Gentle •

£16.95 for 15ml from LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Wednesday, 19 July 2017

PHB Ethical Beauty Restoring Hand Cream with Rosemary & Chamomile - Review*

'Restore those dry hands to soft ones.'

Handmade in the UK PHB Products are free from quite a lot of things, these include no animal ingredients, Parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, Alcohol (Ethyl Alcohol, Ethanol), Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, Petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, Phthalates, Colourants, Silicone, Mineral oils and Propylene Glycol. PHB products are also organic, vegan and Halal.

PHB’s rich and nourishing Restoring Hand Cream is made with a creamy formula that soothes and restores dry or cracked skin, yet absorbs instantly leaving no greasiness or residue. Rich organic butter and herbal extracts relieve dryness, soften skin and increase suppleness. Wild harvested Tamanu oil helps to heal and repair skin and encourage tissue regeneration. This results in softer, more supple hands and is especially good for those who experience very dry or cracked skin. With a therapeutic blend of Rosemary, Chamomile and nourishing plant extracts that calm and renew your skin and senses.

Ever since I reviewed the PHB's Anti-Ageing Rejuvenating Hand Cream which I love, I was excited to try more from their range. I tend to get mild dryness on my hands during the hotter months, so I thought I try PHB's Restoring Hand Cream from LoveLula. This hand cream is described as being a rich and nourishing formula which helps soften and give more supple skin. The product is also said to have no greasiness or residue after applying, this is true as I found the cream sinks in quickly and I don't feel like I need to wash my hands afterwards to get rid of any greasiness. I also like the scent of this hand cream as it's very mild and gentle smell. And for me the design of the bottle is perfect, it's a good size and easy to apply from the pump. Overall, I'm really happy with this PHB hand cream and I'm looking forward to trying out the rest of their range.

£10.95 for 250ml from LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Monday, 6 February 2017

PHB Ethical Beauty Balancing Moisturiser with Organic Lavender & Tamanu - Review*

PHB Ethical Beauty is a family business who make handmade products in the UK with 20% of their profit going to charity. Their products are free from animal ingredients, Parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, alcohol (Ethyl Alcohol, Ethanol), Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, Petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, Phthalates, colourants, silicone, mineral oils and Propylene Glycol. And all of their products are organic, vegan & Halal.

PHB’s Balancing moisturiser is carefully formulated to rebalance skin and improve the complexion. Geranium regulates oil production & revitalises skin for a healthy glow and even skin tone. Organic Lavender is combined with Tamanu help to heal & repair skin, reducing scarring and blemishes. The perfect treat to keep skin clear and healthy. With a matte finish that helps prevent shine.

As you may or may not know, I'm always on the hunt for the 'perfect' moisturiser. I suffer from what they call combination skin. My skin can sometimes be quite dry, other days it'll be super oily and spotty. I've had my eye on this PHB Balancing Moisturiser for a little while now so I couldn't wait to try it out when I received it from LoveLula.com. Firstly, I'm in love with the scent, it's full of very subtle notes of lavender that make you want to keep smelling it. I'm also loving the texture of this facial moisturiser, the only way to describe it is a thick yoghurt texture! It's thick, silky soft and a little goes a long way, so there's no need to be generous with it when applying. It's also very easy to rub in, I like applying it to targeted areas such as dry patches, spots or scars. Afterwards, you're left with a very smooth face that has no oily residue and a lovely soft scent of lavender on your skin.

£17.95 for 50ml from LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Tuesday, 27 December 2016

PHB Ethical Beauty 100% Pure Liquid Eyeliner in Black - Review*

May the wings of your eyeliner always be even.

Accentuate and define eyes with our gentle, long-lasting liquid eyeliner. With a brush applicator for easy application. PH balanced for very sensitive eyes. Made with botanical oils & minerals that are gentle to the skin.The easy-to-use brush is thin and allows for a fast, easy and accurate application. With a long-lasting plant-based formula that is water resistant yet always gentle to eyes. Great for super sensitive eyes that water easily.

I went through a phase in my life where I never left the house without having applied my winged eyeliner. Fast forward a few years and that's no longer the case. Since becoming vegan I've tried a couple of liquid eyeliners but I've never ended up finding the 'perfect one', or actually reviewing one on here! I've had quite a few months without properly practising my eyeliner, so I thought it was time to give another one a go.

A long handle to hold and a thin application brush is a must-have when it comes to eyeliners, I know that much. And I'm happy to say that this one is perfect when it comes to those two factors. I found the liner easy to apply and managed to create a line that was the closest thing to straight as I could do! After I had applied the product to my eyelids, the inner corner of my eye felt like your face does when you've applied a face mask and it's just starting to dry and crack. The eyeliner did tend to wear off and become smudged towards the end of the day, but when needed to it was very easy to remove. Other than that I enjoyed playing around with something that's a lot safer to use than the common eyeliner brands that are around.

£12.95 for 4.5ml from LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Saturday, 5 November 2016

PHB Ethical Beauty Foot Scrub Bar with Dead Sea Salt & Orange - Review*

PHB Ethical Beauty is a family business who make handmade products in the UK with 15% of their profit going to charity. Their products are free from animal ingredients, Parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, alcohol (Ethyl Alcohol, Ethanol), Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, Petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, Phthalates, colourants, silicone, mineral oils and Propylene Glycol. And all of their products are organic, vegan & Halal.

Revive your feet with PHB’s 100% Fresh & Natural Foot Scrub Bar. The perfect pick me up for dry or tired feet. This bundle of goodness is handmade using Dead Sea Salt and rich Cocoa Butter to buff away dry dead skin cells whilst moisturising to reveal skin that feels smooth, soothed and refreshed.

I really like the smell of this PHB Ethical Beauty Foot Scrub Bar from LoveLula! It's made from 100% fresh and natural ingredients, the organic cocoa moisturises and helps improves softness whilst the dead sea salt exfoliates and boosts circulation, helping maintain smooth and healthy skin. I found the product itself easy to use and it didn't take me a lot of effort to add it to my shower regime. After using the Foot Scrub Bar, my feet were left feeling very soft and smooth, this was still consistent even after drying my feet once out of the shower.

£4.75 for 100g LoveLula.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.

Monday, 24 October 2016

PHB Ethical Beauty Rejuvenating Hand Cream with Jasmine & Galbanum - Review*

PHB is a pioneering British run family business dedicated to providing high quality and effective beauty products made using 100% naturally derived ingredients. Creating effective natural beauty products that don't cost the earth is their passion. PHB products are free from palm oil, animal ingredients, parabens, SLS, DEA, TEA, PEG, alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, artificial perfumes/fragrance, petrochemicals, Methylisothiazolinone, phthalates, colourants, silicone, mineral oils and propylene glycol. PHB products are also organic, vegan & halal and the ingredients purchased are from companies who do not test on animals and they don't sell any of their products in China.

This Rejuvenating Hand Cream with Jasmine & Galbanum is made with a creamy formula that hydrates and rejuvenates skin yet absorbs instantly leaving no greasiness or residue. This cream is made with high levels of gamma linoleic acid which help resist the effects of ageing, organic butter and botanical actives which relieve dryness, soften skin and increase suppleness and organic evening primrose which is rich in omegas 3,6 & 9 which help strengthen and repair skin.

I'm always on the hunt for a hand cream that moisturises well and doesn't leave my hands feeling greasy after applying the product. I came across this PHB Ethical Beauty Rejuvenating Hand Cream on LoveLula and was instantly intrigued as it's described as being a creamy formula that hydrates and rejuvenates skin yet absorbs instantly leaving no greasiness or residue. I've been using this cream for about a month now and it's probably the best hand cream I've come across so far, making it my current favourite! As the colder weather approaches me here, I've felt my skin getting less soft and drier, especially when it comes to my hands. The one thing I really dislike about hand creams is that they can sometimes make your hands feel very oily even hours after applying the product. The main reason I love this PHB Ethical Beauty Hand Cream is that as soon as you've applied and rubbed it the product, it's already sunk into your skin and doesn't leave your hands feeling oily or sticky. Once I've run out of this product I'll definitely be repurchasing it again as my hands can't seem to live without it now!

£10.95 for 50ml from LoveLuLa.com*

This product was sent to me to review, all views are my own.