Chulo Naturals

Good old fashioned ‘do the job’ natural beauty products are always welcomed with open arms at The Amazing Blog, especially when they are lovingly handcrafted right here in our hometown. We were delighted to hear about the Chulo Naturals brand, a beauty company who manufacture a wide variety of luxury UK-made skin care products. All their products use natural ingredients such as sugars, salts, butters, oils and fruits which are sure to be full of vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, moisturisers and all the lovely stuff that our skin adores. We have been trying the intriguingly named “Bubbling Butter” in Almond Milk. This two-in-one product combines a fragrant foaming soap with rich body butter, giving you a shower essential that moisturises your skin as you wash. It can also double up as a bubble bath (explains the name) by pouring some under running water it creates a foamy bath for you to soak and relax in, which is just what we need as the weather getting so much colder. You’ll definitely want as much time as possible soaking in this as the Bubbling Butter is so rich and moisturising, it left my skin feeling soft and silky. The Almond Milk gave it an incredibly natural and neutral fragrance but if you don’t fancy that then there are 3 other luxurious flavours that are also available to choose from; Dark Pomegranate, Vanilla and Sandalwood and Ginger and Sweet Orange, all of which sound very tempting.

We also had a go with their Rich Belly Butter, specially formulated for expecting mummies. It uses a mix of Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil as well as Frankincense and Rose essential oils which have been discovered to work wonders on surgery and stretch marks. Although none of us here are expecting, we gave it a little try and it felt lavish and glossy on the skin, not to mention the gorgeous zesty fragrance that comes with it.

These simple products are delightfully fresh and don’t give the impression of being damaging to your skin, because they aren’t…There are no added chemicals or ingredients which may irritate sensitive skin. They are an absolute treat to use, a treat that will very much be welcomed by your skin too! They are the perfect presents for friends and family this wintery Christmas. The Bubbling Butter retails at £17.50 for a 200g jar and Rich Belly Butter at £10 for 100g. These are available to purchase from their website.

The Pro Hygiene Company

In this chilly weather there are lots of germs flying around and more of us are getting the flu. Therefore, cleanliness is important for The Amazing Blog and one way we love to keep on top of this is with the Pro Hygiene Collection. They have covered all of our ‘high-maintenance’ hygiene needs, with a Hand Sanitizing Gel, Make-up Spray and Make-up Brush Cleaner, there’s no need to spread germs if you just take a little extra care in your daily routine.

The Make-up Spray and Brush Cleaner are quietly important, and should be incorporated into our week to avoid spreading dirt from our brushes to our skin.

We all know that bacteria cover our brushes, but most of us probably didn’t know that our actual makeup suffers from residue build up too. There are certain undesirable side effects which come with not washing your brushes, but the Makeup Brush Cleaner works on natural and synthetic brushes to remove product residue, oils and pigments (yes, I was oblivious to these too). It doesn’t have that unpleasant chemical smell which comes with lots of anti-bacterial products, just a lingering lemony aroma.

When we came across the Make-up Spray, we were a intrigued as it’s not something you see everyday, and don’t necessarily know you need. Powders, Lipsticks, Pencils, you name it, it’ll clean it. So pair this with the brush cleaner and you will be bacteria free (well, almost) in no time! Say farewell to the woes of bad skin caused by nasty build ups on your brushes and products. Once you introduce yourself to these products, you will always want to keep your make-up clean. Both of them are  perfect if you share make-up with friends a lot.

The make-up cleaners are both fabulous, but a Hand Sanitizing Gel will always be my hero product, it’s a bit of a personal OCD thing but should be important to everyone. I have plenty of sanitizers in my handbag which are perfectly compact for just that, being in my bag. Desk-sized hand sanitizers though, are a different story. That was until I first used the Pro Hygiene Collection Gel. Now I am genuinely using it every thirty minutes in the office, and I’m pretty sure any bacteria will now be quietly drowning in this lovely cleaning gel. Lots of things are passed around the office on a daily basis and you never know what germs are clingy on to these, so the sanitizer just clarifies that you’re not spreading any potential illnesses.  As a light product, it effortlessly glides across your hands and wrists and best of all, it doesn’t leave any sticky gel behind to have to deal with. It’s ideal.

If you would like to invest in this wonderful collection then have a look on Feel Unique or the Pro Make-up shop. The prices range but stay affordable, the Hand Sanitizer is £5.50, the Makeup Spray is £15 and the Make-up Brush Cleaner is £9.

Nelsons Arnicare Bath & Massage Balm

We have all had those days when everything piles up and up and the stress can get too much. On days like that,  The Amazing Blog is so thankful for products like the Nelsons Arnicare Bath and Massage Balm.

This fantastic bottle of liquid gold is a three-in-one miracle stress, tension and muscle ache cure. It can be used as a soothing and luxurious bath oil for you to unwind in, as a massage oil to relieve stiff or aching muscles and as a body oil that should be applied after bathing to lock in moisture.

The Bath and Massage Balm contains arnica, a powerful ingredient extracted from the beautiful Arnica Montana plant which has anti-inflammatory properties that can ease muscle pain and reduce the appearance of bruises. Almond Oil and Evening Primrose are used to keep moisture in the skin whilst rejuvenating tired muscles. The product also makes use of lavender and grapefruit oil to calm the mind.

The Bath and Massage Balm has a fragrant herbal scent that is instantly calming thanks to the lavender notes. When applied to the skin, it absorbs very quickly without leaving oily residue. My skin instantly felt softer and smoother and the herbal fragrance lingered long after application. I think this product would be perfect if used in a bath and then as a moisturising body oil just before bed time to aid relaxation and ensure a comfortable and peaceful nights sleep.

The Bath and Massage Balm comes in a 200ml bottle for just £8.49 and can be purchased from Boots amongst other stockists which you can find listed on the website. If you would like some more information about the Arnicare range please visit the Nelsons website.

Bach Rescue Range & Emotional Eating Kit

 

Here at The Amazing Blog we are passionate about natural products, so we were very excited to be given the opportunity to try out some flower based remedies from Bach. We tried out their Rescue Range and the Emotional Eating Kit and enjoyed the multitude of benefits that came with each product.

We really loved Bach’s Rescue Cream, an intensive moisturiser designed for dry and sensitive skin. It was perfect for repairing very dry skin brought on by the colder weather, and seeing as we are already in November, it's a very appropriate product for the time being. The cream contains six flower extracts: Impatiens, Rock Rose, Clematis, Cherry Plum, Star of Bethlehem and White Chestnut. This distinct blend of flowers is designed to help bring clarity of mind when dealing with stressful situations, a lovely added bonus to a great moisturising product.

Also in the Rescue Range is the Rescue Balm, which again contains the natural flower extracts. The balm is designed to soothe dry and chapped lips which unfortunately at this time of year a lot of us suffer from. The balm is soft and instantly moisturised my lips providing a barrier to the harsh winter weather. This is the perfect lip balm to pop in your handbag during the colder months.

We also tried out the Rescue Liquid Melts, a small and fast dissolving capsule that releases four drops of Rescue to bring calmness when everything is getting a bit too hectic, again time appropriate. We think that this is the perfect, natural solution for those who are often stressed. I have personally used Rescue Remedy before driving lessons and exams at university and found it helpful for easing my nerves and becoming calm and focused. At this time of year where there are plenty of fireworks for both Bonfire Night and Diwali, Rescue Remedy is a wonderful solution to calm those who are unsettled by loud noises. Our Executive Editor, Edwina, has given her dog a couple of drops during fireworks to help to keep him relaxed. Bach also offer Night Liquid Melts to help you drift off to sleep when your mind is buzzing with the thoughts of the day.

The girls here at The Amazing Blog were all very interested in the Bach Emotional Eating Kit, a set of three flower essences, each with a different purpose, that can be used to help aid dieting and  healthy living. Crab Apple is used to promote self-acceptance, Cherry Plum for rational thinking and Chestnut bud to gain knowledge from past experience. The drops can be taken directly or added to mineral water. We found the drops were refreshing and helped to ease negative thoughts and helped to control cravings.

To find out more information about the Bach range, please take a look at the Nelsons website. You can purchase all the Bach products from the Boots website, where the Emotional Eating Kit retails for £11.49, the Rescue Cream is £7.99 for 50g, Rescue Balm is £5.99 for 5g and the Liquid Melts are £8.45 for 28 capsules.

Bio2 You Organic Seabuckthorn Hand Cream and Eye Contour Cream

Due to the colder weather, we have noticed that our hands are drier and in much need of a good quality hand cream. As you will know by now, here at The Amazing Blog we are very passionate about natural and organic skincare – especially when it comes to our skincare products. So, when Bio2 You kindly sent us their Organic Seabuckthorn Hand Cream and their Organic Seabuckthorn Eye Contour Cream, the girls in the office were excited to try them out.

We are slightly obsessed with hand creams here at The Amazing Blog and have more than we should mention on our desks and in our handbags... But there was something special about the Bio2 You Hand Cream. It is very silky feeling, absorbs well and smells very natural, rather than having a chemical fragrance. In fact all Bio2 You’s products are 100% natural and organic so there is nothing harmful to your skin.

The cream is very moisturising and my hands felt so soft and smooth after application. The combination of shea butter, vegetable oils, seabuckthorn oil, mallow and aloe extracts create a fantastic cream that is nourishing and works a treat to protect nails and cuticles also. Perfect for the colder weather.

We also tried out their Eye Contour Cream, which is a unique formula that stimulates the production of collagen, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and preventing the formation of new lines around the eyes. The cream has a similar luxury feel and natural smell as the hand cream. Both products make use of seabuckthorn, a fantastic ingredient with exceptionally high levels of vitamin C, E and A and is also rich in both amino and omega acids.

If you are interested in seeing the benefits of seabuckthorn in your skincare routine you can find out more information about Bio2 You and their products on their website. Both products can be purchased on the website, the Organic Seabuckthorn Hand Cream retails at £19.95 for 100ml and the Organic Eye Contour Seabuckthorn Cream is £24.95 for 15ml.