Blue Labelle - Biologique Face Oils

It's always important to have a great moisturiser in your arsenal, especially now that the days are drawing in and the cold winter air is poised to wreak havoc on our complexions. We at The Amazing Blog love to opt for rich and nourishing face oils during the chilly months, and this year, we've discovered a gem in Blue Labelle’s Biologique 100% Organic Face Oils. Each oil caters to a different type of skin, so you're sure to find something that will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

If sensitive skin is your issue, then Blue Labelle recommend their Marula & Amaranth Oil, designed with sensitivity in mind. With the ability to protect and nourish the face, the mixture of CO2 and cold-pressed oils evenly tones sensitive skin and allows the face to maintain the proper moisture levels it needs to remain soft and feel fantastic.

Sought after ingredient, Moringa Oil makes an appearance in the Moringa & Raspberry Seed Oil Perfect for treating both oily or dry skin, the blend of Moringa & Raspberry is unique in its universal suitability. These ingredients are filled with phytonutrients which makes it easy for the skin to absorb. If you are looking for that beautiful glow, this is the oil for you.

Our personal favourite, however, was Blue Labelle's anti-ageing offering. Argan & Sea Buckthorn Oil is rich in Omega 7, which is a crucial ingredient in any anti-ageing product and assists in overall skin protection. With the ability to treat the effects of ageing and replenish the skin, what more could we ask for? We'll certainly be using this great oil to keep our skin looking young and feeling soft throughout the winter months.

Blue Labelle's Biologique Face Oils contain a combination of natural nut and seed oils and are all completely vegan. Crafted individually for special skin types, these products are sure to please. Visit the Blue Labelle website to pick up the Argan & Sea Buckthorn Oil for £24, or to choose the face oil that is perfect for you and your skin.

Skin Design London - Sleeping Beauty

Wish you could sleep forever and wake up looking like Sleeping Beauty did? Now you can with Skin Design London’s NEW Sleeping Beauty. We here at The Amazing Blog absolutely love it!

Skin Design London has introduced an innovative range of skin potions designed to specifically target ageing flaws. The Sleeping Beauty is an overnight mask treatment designed to boost collagen, reduce hyper pigmentation, thicken skin and enhance elasticity, hydration and vibrancy all while you sleep. Infused with Fruit Oil, Jojoba, White Tea, Acai Berry and Vitamins A and C, the moisturiser works to smooth and reduce the depth of wrinkles and fine lines and act as a powerful anti-oxidant to lighten skin tone for a fresher and more youthful glow. It also retextures and improves imperfection.

Because of my oily skin, I get nervous about switching up my moisturisers, but I absolutely love Sleeping Beauty. I like its subtle scent and the way the cream sinks into my skin. When I wake up the next morning, my skin feels completely hydrated and I am ready to begin my day! 

After cleansing and toning, apply a thin layer over the face and neck before sleeping. You can also use it as a 15-minute mask for a quick boost to the skin and then rinse with warm water.

Ready to feel like a princess? Go online and purchase Sleeping Beauty at £85.00 for 50ml.

BRYT Skincare For Her

Sometimes, we at The Amazing Blog find choosing the perfect brand to meet all of our skin-care needs a bit overwhelming. Luckily, with the BRYT Skincare for Her product line, our search for the perfect treatment routine has become much simpler. With a 3-step Skincare ritual and a collection of BRYT products, rejuvenating and treating your skin is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

The BRYT skincare ritual includes products that will cleanse, nourish and protect the skin. First in the line-up is the makeup removal solution, which includes ingredients of olive oil and almond oil. The product is water-based, making it very gentle and avoiding irritation all together. The remover can be purchased for £10.50.

Once you've removed the makeup from your face, the next step is to completely cleanse. This BRYT cleanser amazingly wipes away all traces of grime on the skin. It is unique in the fact that it is a foaming cleanser and contains all natural ingredients, including apple extract and oils of bergamot, mandarin, orange, rose absolute, mimosa and sandalwood. The mixture of these ingredients creates a cleanser that is light, refreshing and truly one of a kind. If you are looking to truly cleanse your skin, the cleanser is available for £12.50.

The final step to is the essential serum, which is specifically designed to deeply penetrate the skin and monitor its natural equilibrium. The products ingredients include sea minerals, oils of rose absolute, Chinese geranium, jojoba oil and English chamomile. Have you ever heard of a list of ingredients as unique as this? We hadn't, which is what made us so eager to try it. The serum can be bought for £16.00.

If you are feeling as adventurous as we were when we tried this ritual, take a look at a collection of these effective treatments, available for both men and women on the BRYT Skincare website. 

Nature's Path - 'Hot and Steamy' Porridge Oats

It’s time to get hot and steamy up in here!

Now, guys, let’s not get carried away. We at The Amazing Blog are simply referring to delicious       newporridge called Nature's Path ‘Hot and Steamy.’

The Canadian firm prides itself on creating amazing flavour when it comes to gluten-free  breakfast options, because let’s face it, there are many companies out there that think they can pull off the gluten-free name and they just can’t.

Why porridge you ask? Well, porridge has a reputation as a ‘super food’ with a low glycaemic index, which helps suppress one’s appetite and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Plus, nearly one in two Britons eat porridge, which makes the UK a perfect target.

The new ‘Hot and Steamy’ porridge offers three flavours in every pack – Original, Spiced Apple and Canadian Maple – each in a handy single-serving packet. They are gluten-free, wholegrain, high fibre, organic and low in saturated fat.

We give Nature's Path an A for creating a great-tasting, gluten-free breakfast that targets the mouths of half of the UK. I was a little taken aback by how small the packet seemed, but I just added some apple to it and I could go the whole morning without wanting more food. Plus, it was delicious, and of course, it also receives an A+ for its eye-catching name.

‘Hot and Steamy’ is available at local grocery stores and good independent health food stores at £2.99 for eight sachets (two original flavours and three each of spiced apple and Canadian maple).

Friday Favourites: Jewellery

With the New Year quickly approaching, you’ve probably begun thinking about what your New Year’s goals and resolutions will be. The Amazing Blog staff has decided that we want to take a new approach to our accessorising. So, we have compiled a list of 5 accessories that will inspire us in different ways every time we put them on.

S/S15 “IN THE CITY” by Maria Francesca Pepe

Want to wear what the celebrities wear? MFP Jewellery’s new line S/S15 “IN THE CITY” is inspired by city skylines, graphic city maps, neon city lights, combining sharp, sleek and geometric designs with symbolism and sub-culture references. Celebrities like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Lily Allen, Rita Ora and Beyonce are huge fans of MFP, and let's be honest, we all want to wear what Queen B wears.

We absolutely love the 'DREAM' cuff. Handmade in Italy, this gold statement cuff, embellished with graffiti style font and coloured Swarovski crystals, will be a constant reminder next year to dream big and make sure you chase after what you want. Head on over to the website and get yourself this gorgeous bracelet for £289.00.

Unity by Julia Cook

If you’re looking to accessorise for a cause, check out Julia Cook’s new jewellery collection, Unity. She specifically designed the collection to raise money for St Mungo’s Broadway. Twenty-five percent of the proceeds raised will be donated to Rebuilding Shattered Lives, a charity that provides vital services to homeless women through safe housing, education, counselling, self-defence classes and training programmes.

St Mungo’s Broadway Unity Cuddles Bracelet embraces Cook’s idea that people need to support others, especially those in need. Walk into the New Year with good karma and keep it going by purchasing this beautiful bracelet for £175.00 here. 

True Rocks by Emily Bradbury and Dawn Hindle

The collaboration between Emily Bradbury of vintage Victorian punk label “Constant and True" and Dawn Hindle, founder and creative director of the globally renowned music and lifestyle brand “Ibiza Rocks,” have created a unique jewellery brand that reflects their lifestyle and influences from music, fashion and art. True Rocks is 'jewellery with attitude' that has set a trend amongst the music and fashion industry. 

We absolutely adore this deep purple enamel and rose gold revolving globe pendant with the words "The whole world revolves around love" around it. Plan some fun vacations next year and let this necklace be a reminder that you need to greet every new opportunity with love because that's what makes the world go round. Spread the love and purchase the necklace for £485.00 here.

Naked Square by Myriam Soseilos

Myriam Soseilos, the award-winning Cypriot jewellery designer and founder of the luxury jewellery brand, MyriamSOS, recently presented her new Naked Square collection, which draws its inspiration from the nuances of modern architecture coupled with the use of high-quality materials and gemstones. The vision for the range is to re-think the way that classic jewellery is viewed and presented.

Detouring from the usual circle, the L Ring provides a new perspective on the design of a ring. Purchase this ring here for £160.00 as a reminder that you need to look outside of the box (or circle in this case) and maybe you'll discover something new. Sometimes all we need is a New Year for a little change in perspective. 

Hope by Faye Marie

Have you been let down by this year's expectations? It's about time you were introduced to the new Hope collection by Faye Marie. Faye Marie's unique jewellery tells wonderful stories of the synergy between human emotions and animals. This newest collection is based upon pterippus, the flying horse. In mythology, Pegasus represents the hope of aspiring to improve all aspects of life and love, which exactly what this collection embodies. This cutting edge jewellery is an expression of what is to come rather than what has been. 

Purchase these Hope Square Studs here for £225.00 and put all of your past disappointments behind you. The New Year gives you the opportunity to start fresh, so expect more for yourself this upcoming year and do what you need to do to improve your situation. There's nothing wrong with having a little hope. 

Feeling inspired? Perfect! Let your jewellery be a statement that you are diving head first into the New Year with a new outlook on life.