Lipgloss, Eyeshadow and Face Scrub - Uoga Uoga

This winter at The Amazing Blog, we are loving the deep, dark colours that we’re seeing all over the makeup scene. The brand Uoga Uoga are known for their natural, mineral based cosmetics, so we decided to try their dark Eyeshadow, Lip Gloss and Face Scrub.

One of their best-selling products is the Eye-shadow in the shade Just One Sip. It is made from pure natural minerals, with a burgundy warm matte finish that is soft and well-pigmented. This eye-shadow is long-lasting with great coverage all day and night, and we recommend using a primer to the eye lids before applying the shadow for a perfect finish. It also does not contain any synthetic colouring, so it is suitable for sensitive eyes as well. 

The second product from this brand is a natural Lip Gloss called Star On My Face, this lip gloss has a glossy, cherry tone which compliments all skin tones well. There are six lip glosses in their collection to choose from. Star On My Face is the darkest colour from their range, and is enriched with cherry extract and natural oils that will moisturise the lips with a non-sticky finish. Not only does this brand do make-up, they also do skincare products, including a natural face scrub called Go Nuts. This is one of their best sellers. This loose powder scrub can be mixed with either water or milk to create a facial cleanser, you can apply to the face by gently massaging and then rinse with cool water. The facial scrub is a mixed combination of almond and sunflower seeds which cleanses skin and remove any dirt from the face. The ingredients within the nuts will help protect your skin and nourish the face thanks to the protein and fatty acids and will help reveal the natural glow from your face.

You can purchase the Just One Sip Eye-shadow here for £11.19, the Star On My Face lip gloss here for £11.19 and the Go Nuts face srub here for £7.90.

Sebopure - Clarol

Acne can sometimes seem like an impossible barrier to overcome. Here at The Amazing Blog, we’ve discovered Clarol’s Sebopure, a cream that can purify and reduce excess sebum, which is often a cause for acne, that annoying result of a bacteria building up that eventually leads to break outs and congested skin.

Clarol skincare is a revolutionary skincare range for acne sufferers. Their products aim to strengthen, enhance and protect the body’s natural resources fighting acne without damaging surrounding skin. Sebopure is a cream that you can use to either leave overnight and allow it to soak in or during the day before applying other products. It contains an ingredient called Pixalia, a natural plant active derived from wild mustard leaf oil. This works to reduce the amount of sebum secreted by the glands, allowing the skin to be clear and preventing bacteria from building up and creating break outs, whilst increasing the skin’s good moisturising oils. The simple and small bottle is also perfect to carry around in your handbag or your travel bag.

For a natural, anti-acne alternative treatment try the Sebopure cream from Clarol available here for £12.95.

Hair Masque, Multi & Omegas and 'How to Keep Your Hair On' Guide - Hair Today More Tomorrow

Hair loss in men seems to be more talked about in society over hair loss in women; we at The Amazing Blog want to change this. We’ve found an amazing hair loss treatment course created by Sara G .Allison called Hair Today More Tomorrow, and it promises to do exactly what it says on the tin.

Sara G. Allison is a registered nurse and currently a world-leading Harley street trichologist, who spent years recommending treatment supplements and plans to clients that she believed were never the complete solution. To fight this missing section within medicine she decided to create her own brand: Hair Today More Tomorrow. We’ve looked at the Multi & Omegas (awarded 'Highly Commended Best New Hair Product' for the 2016 Pure Beauty Awards), the Hair Masque and the "How to keep your hair on" guide. We think the trio is impressive and would give any women experiencing hair loss or hair thinning the confidence they need and help guide them back to healthy fuller hair.

The "How to keep your hair on" guide, this mini book is full of scientific information, advice and general help for anyone who wants to learn the root causes and how to change this. The Multi & Omegas comes in a handy box and the unique formula boats to help you feel, look and stay healthy. Secondly the omegas are mainly linseed oil, known to aid hair growth and the vitamins are a multi-vitamin perfect for any diet. Then, the Hair Masque is a weekly treatment mask aimed to help repair any hair problems including dry scalp. The combination of these three products and time, is sure to help your hair loss issues.

Products from Hair Today More Tomorrow are all available to purchase here. You can get "How to keep your hair on" guide  here for £12, the Multi & Omegas here for £ 75 and the Hair Masque here for £39. 

L’insoumis - Lalique

There’s never not a good time to buy a new aftershave, and once you get to smell L’insoumis by Lalique we at The Amazing Blog are sure you’ll have your new scent.

Launched in September, this fragrance is dedicated to the founder of the house Rene Lalique and his artistic spirit. Founded over a century ago Lalique is the ultimate symbol of French Luxury, this scent joins a strong family of 8 different fragrances from the house. The cologne is part of the aromatic-woody fougere group and is perfect from day to night. Its scent is not too strong and three spritz’ is all that is needed for it to linger all afternoon. The bottle is an art deco style, minimal monochrome palette with fern-like decorations along the sides which resemble the scent within. Though the bottle may be too large to carry around with you for an afternoon top up it looks elegant and sleek, perfect for a bathroom countertop.

Try the newest masculine scent L’insoumis by Lalique here from Lalique for £62.00.

Holiday Drinks - Friday Favourites

With the Christmas Party season in full swing, and here at The Amazing Blog we like to celebrate in style. So whether you’re a Champagne, Prosecco, Rum or Beer drinker, here’s our round up of the classiest drinks to make sure your parties to celebrate the holidays are a success. 

Finest Fizz seem to have created the impossible, a Brut Rosé Champagne which is not only lower in calories at 270 calories, but low in sugar content too.  Comparing this to a regular Brut Champagne which can come in at approximately 570 calories, that's a big difference!

The hand-crafted fizz has Strawberry, Raspberry and Red Cherry flavours and is Premier Cru Champagne. This skinny Champagne is a version of Champagne Tribaut’s popular Rosé de Reserve, just with no added sugar. Which, if you’ve had indulgent Christmas celebrations will be a good alternative. We found that you didn’t notice the Rosé was low-sugar one, and considering it is Extra Brut it’s deliciously dry. The bottle is very feminine with a pink label and the Champagne is, of course a light pink shade. Skinny Rosé would make a perfect addition to a ladies night!

You can purchase Skinny Rosé here for £39.

When you’re told a product is a multiple award-winning one you may set very high expectations, and Premier Estate’s Prosecco did not disappoint.  This extra dry DOC is produced with grapes from a single harvest which highlights the luxurious aspects of it. It is lightly creamy with a zesty freshness and flute of this is required for anyone looking for a sophisticated accessory for when the clock strikes 12. The fizz is refreshing and can work great with or without food. The price is surprising low for the quality of the Champagne and the awards, including a bronze in the International wine challenge reflect that the experts agree.

You can purchase Prosecco here for £9.99

Ron Santa Teresa is one of the first Caribbean rum producers and is now sold in over 30 countries, the brand specialises on high quality and premium rum. We received their Santa Teresa 1796, it is a clear, reddish amber colour and its character means it’s suitable to drink on the rocks or with mineral water, if you would prefer. The strong, well rounded taste boasts smoke through tobacco and leather notes. These are created through the Solera method, a traditional method that uses Oak barrels to age the alcohol, from which it is produced entirely. The taste remains delicate, elegant and velvety whilst the bottle looks classic and classy, sure to wow any guests.

You can purchase a bottle of Santa Teresa 1796 here for £40.

If you’re the designated driver or not an alcohol drinker, St. Peter’s Brewery has made sure you don’t miss out! St. Peters is based in Suffolk and they create traditional beers as well as unusual beers. Launched in September, they have created a ‘Without’ range of beers that are alcohol free yet tastes just as good as the alcoholic version. The beer is brewed to the exact same standards as your usual craft ale, but without the alcohol. It is malty, full-bodied and bursting with flavour and is also fewer calories than standard beer. Unlike other alcohol free alternatives, this looks like beer as well as feels and tastes like beer. For an alcohol free alternative, try St. Peters Without here, 8 x 500ml £13.

The long-established English philosophy at Wimbledon Brewery uses the best Ingredients and traditions to ensure the highest of quality beers. We tried the Quatermaine bottled beer named after William Quatermaine, an original owner of Wimbledon Brewery. This beer is an I.P.A and has spicy orange notes which goes on to a crisp hops bitterness. We also tried the Bravo American Pale Ale which comes in a 330ml can; it is refreshing, with a fruity and crisp taste and pronounced Blackberry. They both have the sophisticated Wimbledon Brewery look, with silver labels and the large logo of the Wimbledon tower, Phoenix, barley and hops which encases the important aspects of the brand. You can buy the Quatermaine bottled beer here for £2.70 and the Bravo American pale ale here for £2.50.