Tanning Feature: Friday Favourites

The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of your sun-kissed skin. Some times a tan be be the best accessory so we at The Amazing Blog, have rounded up our favourites of the latest products and accessories we recommend trying; Crazy Angel, Bronzie , Minetan and Sunkissed. 

Gilded Goddess is a self- tan dry oil, the oil is paraben and mineral oil free and has a creamy moisturising feel, ensuring a long lasting, radiant tan, leaving skin soft and luminous, it's also enhanced by the product’s revolutionary vegetan premium formula. The dry-oil glides easily onto skin, is quick drying and is easy to apply, we recommend applying to clean dry skin and wait between 4-6 hours before washing. Surprisingly the fragrance smells devilishly good, which is hard to find in self-tanning products.

Get the perfect tanning result for by Crazy Angel’s available to purchase for £16.20 here.

Tired of streaky fake tan, or find it hard to tan your back? We know this struggle all too well! That’s why we were really excited when we had the chance to try the Got Your Back from Bronzie.

The revolutionary accessory will help you to tan your whole back and body with ease. How does it work? It has two mitt ends, which will help to speed up your tanning time as well as allowing you to get to those hard to reach areas. Inside each mitt are gloves which means no more orange hands! In addition to halving your tanning time, this luxurious accessory is washable & reusable.

We think that Got Your Back will be every fake-tanner’s must have accessory and it is available here for £14.99.

A green tan is not exactly the look most people go for, but the Onyx foam in the original shade by MineTan uses a green base to achieve a dark olive brown finish. If you're in need of a quick fix but still want a natural colour then MineTan’s foams are what you need, their super quick formulas mean you can choose what shade you wish to be. Ranging from a light ash to a dark chocolate shade, you can rinse the formula off in 1-3 hours depending on how dark you want to go. The foam is really easy to apply and the immediate colour means you can ensure it is steak free. It has no scent and the Original green tone means you don't need to worry about any orange streaks.

All you need to do is #MineTan on Instagram to be amazed at the results, you can purchase the Original shade here for £16.95

The final product is instant tanning product by the brand Sunkissed. This tanning gel from Sunkissed works with your skins undertone to create a natural beautiful glow which can be washed off at the end of the day. The self tan comes in two different tones; a warm skin tone and a cool skin tone, which you can choose from. This product is a water resistant gel formula and it's very easy to use as it glides onto the skin and absorbs quickly. It also contains aloe vera and vitamin E unlike some tanning products out there this product doesn't have the fake tan smell, it smells delicious. 

If you want a natural sun-kissed look this is the product for you can purchase the Warm Skin Tone Tan  here for £4.99 and the Cool Skin Tone Tan here for £4.99. 

Foot products - Friday Favourites

Here at The Amazing Blog, we feature a lot of products that pay particular attention to the face or body. However, we thought it was about time we share our pick of the latest in feet products, because they are far too often forgotten!

As much as we hate to admit, feet can get a little worse for wear during sandal season. This is where the Natural Deodorant from Salt of the Earth comes in handy! It is a natural spray containing aloe vera, willow bark and radish root that is designed specifically for the feet. the spray offers long lasting odour protection, so whether you're spending your day sweating in the office or sunbathing on the beach you can be confident your free from odour- dont sweat it!

For fresh smelling feet all day long you can find Salt of the Earth here for £5.99.

For an all-natural, allergy friendly foot cream, the OliveAll Natural foot cream with Aloe Vera is the perfect fit. Made from organic olive oil produced on the Mediterranean island of Crete, this cream offers a natural solution to dry feet and also has an antiperspirant effect, a tweist on the original this version adds aloe vera for a cooling effect. The website suggests to apply before bed and you'll wake up with super soft pleasent smelling feet.

Enjoy the benefits of organic olive oil from OliveAll Natural here from £6.99.

For a locally-made product for your feet, look no further than Potionshop’s Organic Foot Cream. This product was shortlisted on the mother and baby's beauty awards 2016, it's Infused with peppermint, lemongrass and avocado, this cream will leave your feet feeling soothed and perfectly soft. This cream is particularly strong and can really help with cracked soles, improving circulation and leaves a fresh scent.

Refresh those hard working soles with Potionshop here for £12.

For a spa experience in your own home, the iMantara Siamese Sole Foot Scrub and Foot Lotion are the perfect pair. Featuring Thai Plai oil, the Scrub buffs and heals dry, cracked feet for sandal ready heels with a floral scent. While the Lotion, containing Coconut oil to moisturise, Camphor to soothe and Tea Tree to provide anti-fungal benefits, whilst energising and cooling skin for long-lasting results.

Add a touch of Thai luxury to your beauty regime with iMantara here, with the Scrub for £12.95 and the Lotion for £12.95.

Sunscreen Feature - Friday Favourites

At The Amazing Blog, we care deeply about healthy skin. One of the most important parts of taking care of your skin involves using sunscreen to protect it from the damage sun rays cause. As we care about the health of our readers, we have tried and tested four great sunscreen brands that offer protection and hydration.

Environ is the first that we tried and loved! Unlike many normal sunscreens, this product contains antioxidant-rich vitamins that reduce the impact of free radicals, which can damage DNA and destroy collagen, and even elastin. In turn, Environ will reduce the risk of prematurely aged skin, skin cancer, and the chance of pigmentation. Though, what makes the most difference is its clean scent and lightweight feel.

The RAD Antioxidant SPF 15 Sunscreen costs £19.95 and is available for beauty salon stockists nationwide. Go here to find your nearest retailer.

EQ Evoa’s sunscreen is suitable for the whole family, including children, and offers optimum protection from the suns harmful UVA/UVB Rays. In addition to protecting the entire family, this sunscreen is friendly to the ocean and does not damage coral reefs, unlike most other brands. Therefore, with it being a green product, what is there not to like?

Find this French made sunscreen here for £19.95.

Many sunscreens seem to be designed for girls, incorporating a greasy effect to enhance tanning potential, which men do not really care for. Something we think men will care for is the Fit Sun Protect sunscreen. Formulated specially for men, this sunscreen is water resistant, non-whitening, non-greasy, and most fundamentally offers protection from harmful sunrays.

Try this sunscreen that is perfect for men here for £35.

Having an after-sun cream in your summer-ready bag is essential. We tried one from Vichy, which is now a favourite because you can use it in the shower or on dry skin. It also hydrates skin for a long-lasting tan. Another great feature about this after-sun is that it is suitable for sensitive skin.

Hydrate your skin after a sunny day for £13 here.

Royal Horticultural Society’s Hampton Court Palace Flower Show

Here at The Amazing Blog, we cherish the summer time. Despite the questionable weather in London as of late, summer has indeed begun and with it comes a myriad of wonderful outdoor events!

From 5th to 10th July, the Royal Horticultural Society’s Hampton Court Palace Flower Show will once again attract over 130,000 people across five days of floral displays, shopping opportunities, expert talks and family activities. This event is the largest annual flower show in the world and features elaborate Show Gardens of English and exotic plants and flowers, as well as a special Butterfly Dome where show-goers can marvel at thousands of butterflies in a tropical garden. So whether you are looking for gardening inspiration, the latest in garden supplies, plants and flowers or if you just want to get the family out for a day in the sunshine, the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is sure to please.

To purchase tickets visit the website here or to save a little money join the RHS to be eligible for advanced tickets. 

Facial Cleansers – Friday Favourites

At The Amazing Blog we believe there is nothing more important to your skincare regimen than making sure you clean the pollution and makeup off your face properly each day. That is why we have put together four of our favourite cleansers, all with unique benefits delivered by a host of natural, active ingredients.

Bee Good’s Honey & Wild Water Mint 3-in-1 Cleansing Water is an award winning cleanser that is made with the help of bees, in aid of protecting them with a portion of the profits! With no need to rinse off or apply toner after washing, it will remove makeup and clear pores of impurities, with wild flower honey to soften skin and red algae to enrich the complexion.

Help your skin whilst helping the British Bees with Bee Good’s Cleansing Water here for £10.

Vital Cleanse Facial Cleanser from Elemental Herbology is designed to deliver more vibrant, smoother skin after washing. Providing your skin with naturally derived ingredients to nourish and clean, the cleanser is a combination of Manuka Honey (anti-inflammatory), and Vitamin C and Papaya (regenerates new skin cells).  

Inject your skincare routine with natural energy with Elemental Herbology’s Vital Cleanse here for £29.

The Face & Throat Cleanser from PRAI is part of their Ageless range of products, specifically targeting mature skin. The creamy cleanser enriched with coconut provides a deep clean, with the help of a brush-tip, to remove all makeup and residue from the day. This results in thoroughly clean skin that is prepped for toning and moisturising.

Reduce the signs of aging in your skin with PRAI’s Ageless Face & Throat Cleanser here for US$24.95 (around £17.32).

The Rejuvenating Hot Cloth Cleanser by Skintruth is a cleanser with a difference, with a muslin cloth included to bring a sense of day-spa luxury to your daily cleansing routine.  Containing Aloe Vera, Cocoa Butter and Eucalyptus Oil, the product provides a balanced clean without drying out the skin.

Find the Skintruth Hot Cloth Cleanser here for £8.39.