Tons of products come through Carousel HQ on a daily basis. Most are stock-standard ones that boast to improve skin texture, perfect messy hair, second as a babysitter (just kidding) but then there are some that are just too wacky not to try. Read on for the craziest products we’ve spotted, that actually work wonders.
For Face 
Cleaning your teeth is a no-brainer in the morning and before hopping into bed. And while you may be accustomed to your usual minty-fresh pick from the supermarket, Weleda’s certified-natural version with natural sodium bicarbonate tastes slightly salty but works really well to help prevent the buildup of plaque in your mouth. Did you also know that sea salt increases saliva flow, which in turn encourages greater oral health? Add to cart immediately. Try Weleda Salt Toothpaste, $9.95
I’m not going to lie, this product really shocked me. Napoleon Perdis’ cleanser from the famed Auto Pilot range is lightly creamy, gentle… and contains organic donkey’s milk. I had to psyche myself up for a solid two minutes in the shower before I dared to rub it all over my face, but I haven’t looked back since. Now before you say what-the, this strange ingredient is actually loaded with vitamins and essential fatty acids such as omega 3 and 6, making it a great winter pick for those with dry or sensitised skin types. Highly recommended. Try Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Hydrating Milk Cleanser, $69
Sure, we all love a glass of vino, but did you know that it’s really good for your skin too? This primer from 100% Pure contains red wine resveratrol, which is rich in antioxidants to prevent and repair signs of ageing. Plus, it contains teensy light-reflective pigments that make your face look instantly more luminous, especially under foundation. Try 100% Pure Luminous Facial Primer, $44.95
For Body 
Now while it’s not the time to bare all in thongs and sandals, winter is the perfect time to prep your little toots for the warmer months (far) ahead. These moisturising socks may look like ordinary ones at first sight, but pop them on before going to bed and you’ll wake up with nourished and super-soft feet, all thanks to the added vitamin e, jojoba and olive oil. Try Kit Cosmetics Polka Dot Moisturising Socks, $24.95
Nobody does a coffee scrub as well as dear old Frank. They’ve now got one that smells just like a freshly-baked brownie, with the added benefits of cold press almond and macadamia oil. The star ingredient of this scrub is of course the organic cacao extract, which makes it smelly chocolatey and also helps to fight free radicals and combat the appearance of fine lines, pigmentation and dark spots. It’s almost good enough to eat. Try Frank Cacao Coffee Scrub, $16.95
It doesn’t even surprise me that Demeter has a pizza fragrance. I mean afterall, it’s just a hop and a skip away from their other scents like log cabin, sawdust and paperback. Unsurprisingly, this one is a muddle of tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of oregano, and is strangely wearable (if you want to smell like pizza-flavoured Shapes) without garnering too much unwanted attention. Not only is it something interesting to try, it’ll only set you back the same price as a family meal deal. Try Demeter Cologne in Pizza, $29.50
For Hair 
You know that a thorough exfoliation is good for your face and body, but did you know that your scalp needs a good scrub too? Kerastase has just launched a product to detox your scalp from everyday impurities, the environment and all the products you use on a day-to-day basis. Made with tiny little particles, use before shampoo once a week for a next-level deep clean. Try Kerastase Le Soin Gommage Renovateur, $52
Apply this clear hair primer to towel-dried hair before applying other styling products or using a heat-styler, and you’ll have a ‘do that’ll truly last the distance. The weird thing about this product? Once you pop it in your hands, you can literally watch and hear it go snap, crackle, pop before your very eyes. Try KMS Hairstay Style Boost, $31.95
Made with lava rock, this matte hair dust helps to give oompf to flat hair, and is a cinch to use. Sprinkle the shaker straight into your hair and use your finger tips to ruffle the roots to pump up the volume. Try Schwarzkopf OSIS Dust It Flex, $28.95
What’s the weirdest beauty product you own? Tell us in the comments below.
