Here at The Amazing Blog, we're always excited to try things that are a little more unorthodox. So when the Cailyn Cosmetics’ O! Wow Brush landed on our desks, we were intrigued by the innovative design. The toothbrush style tool looks a little odd, but we were keen to experiment with the inventive tool.
With densely packed ultra fine fibres, the brush is made to ensure an airbrushed effect with a streak-free finish. The brush features an oval and angular surface that is crafted to blend liquid, cream and powder foundation or blush seamlessly into your skin. The flexible tilted handle is designed to reach every contour with precision and offers an easy and stable grip.
Admittedly, I found the brush a little difficult to use. I couldn't quite perfect the smooth streak-free finish we were promised with liquid foundation. I'm so used to using fingers to blend that I couldn't really get on board with the dense bristles. However, for those of you who opt for brushes and sponges to apply a base, we think it would be the perfect addition to your brush collection. It did fare better for blending in concealer after I had tapped it in with fingers, so for me, I think I'll be repurposing the brush for pinpoint blending in future. Also, its petite size makes the brush perfectly suited to travel, as the tightly packed bristles are not likely to become misshapen in your make-up bag.
Although we didn't love the brush for its main purpose, we do think that it's worth the investment, especially if you like to be on the forefront of make-up innovation. You can purchase the travel friendly make-up brush here for £20.
Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray
Did you know that indoor air quality can be up to 100 times worse than that outside? If you surround yourself with poor air quality, you can suffer from asthma, infection, headaches, eye irritation, coughing, and more. Here at The Amazing Blog we want to keep everyone in the office healthy, which is why we use Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray.
The goal of Puressentiel is to use 100% pure and natural products, making essential oils accessible to all. The company addresses the day-to-day healthcare needs of an individual or group of people, with practical, easy-to-use and ready-blended products.
The Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray contains 41 essential oils, sourced from raw plant material, and works to get rid of bacteria, viruses, microscopic fungi, unpleasant odours, etc. The solution should be sprayed about 6-8 times in the four corners of a room, several times per day, and particularly at night. It can even be sprayed onto carpets, bedding and other surfaces.
This amazing bottle of spray can get rid of dust mites and bed bugs. It also has the ability to alleviate respiratory symptoms, improve sleep and relieve certain stress-related symptoms. It’s no wonder this spray has been the number one selling aromatherapy product in French pharmacies.
If that isn’t enough to convince you, the efficacy of the formula has been supported by nine research studies and 3 tolerance tests.
No matter what time of the year it is, you always need to worry about your health and the air you’re breathing, especially when people are getting sick all around you. Spray your worries away with Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray, which you can purchase here at £19.99 for 200 ml.
Friday Favourites - Touché by Flavien
We here at the Amazing Blog have tried our fair share of anti-ageing products. We particularly rate some of the collagen supplements which we have experimented with recently. And we still have a plethora of anti-ageing products that we are gradually working our way through. However, there is one company that always seems to stand out for us. In fact, our Executive Editor just can’t get enough of Touché by Flavien and the products that this company send us. This time around we are focusing on their luxurious skincare.
The initial product we tried was the Rejuvenating Eye Cream. And what good is the perfect anti-ageing product if you can’t see the results? Thanks to the special ingredient of Lichens, sourced 2500 meters below sea level, the product is extra rich in anti-oxidants. The cream also contains the signature exclusive Prickly Pear Oil, which we have discussed in our previous post on Touché by Flavien’s Bodycare. The product ingredient here is the Konjac Powder, a plant derivative from an Asian potato, that is loaded with protein, copper, zinc, phosphorus and more. With this ingredient, you will never have to worry about those nasty dark circles underneath your eyes or crows feet. If your eye areas feel a little lacklustre, you can purchase the Rejuvenating Eye Cream here for £79.00 for 15ml.
Next, we’d like to focus on the entire face with the Rejuvenating Face Serum. Like the eye cream, this serum also contains the special ingredient of Konjac Powder. However, it also contains its own unique ingredients, including Moringa Oil and Progeline. Moringa Oil has been revered as one of the world’s most nutrient dense oils and has amazing rejuvenating properties. Recently, current technology has given us Progeline, which not only tackles wrinkles, but also remodels and improves texture and tone. Even if this product was designed to use on the face, we, along with others, have found that you can actually apply it on your chest, shoulders and neck as well. Unlike your average anti-ageing moisturiser, this product truly replenishes every layer of your skin, rather than just moisturising the top. Say good-bye to sagging skin and purchase the Rejuvenating Face Serum here for £170.00 for 30ml.
Finally, we would like to tell you about the Cell Regeneration Moisturiser. This moisturiser contains a very special ingredient: Lotus Root Liposome. It is the only known plant to live in all three elements at the same time: earth, water and air. Can you say that about any of the anti-ageing products that you’ve tried? We promise that this moisturiser will not only hydrate your skin, but it will also balance your skin tones, complexion and the overall colouring of your skin. It’s time to breathe new life into your skin by purchasing the Cell Regeneration Moisturiser here for £89.00 for 50ml.
The quality of all of these products is just absolutely top notch. Not only do they have some of best the ingredients and the performance that we’ve tried, but they’re also boxed up in extremely chic black and gold packaging. Touché by Flavien also very generously sent us other skincare products, which we tried and loved just as much as we usually do. Instead of revealing all of the utterly unique and elite ingredients, we suggest you try them yourself. Take a look at the company’s entire skincare line and you will never have to worry about looking your age again. Thank you, Touché by Flavien!
Adigym Endurance Exercise Cream
The Amazing Blog staff members love staying healthy and exercising. Adigym respects the desire to live a healthy lifestyle, and sent us samples of their newest body firming cream to give us some extra motivation.
Adigym is a body cream that provides the same body-toning effects as those gained through endurance exercises. The product contains a newly discovered formula called actigym, which contains a Bermudan marine plankton extract that is scientifically proven to regulate the production of type 1 muscle fibres. Type 1 Muscle fibres are often gained from swimming, running or cycling. They assist in reducing fat uptake, which results in a tighter and more toned appearance.
Still feeling skeptical? A trial on 60 women ages 35-50 reaped amazing results. The average participant lost 3 c.m. on the waist, 2.9 c.m. on the upper thighs and 2.4 c.m. on the upper arms. The general body weight loss of the women using the product was 4kg, which we find incredible! Additionally, Fran Newman-Young of “Made in Chelsea” uses the product, and she has time and time again reassured the public that it is effective.
When combined with a healthy lifestyle of moderate exercise and a generally healthy diet, Adigym can act as the perfect finishing touch to helping you get the weight loss look you desire. Thanks to this product, we are feeling more fit than ever! Adigym Endurance Exercise Formula costs £24.95 (150ml) and is available here.
Resultime - Eye Perfector Serum
How do celebrities do it? They tweet that they have been up since 4 a.m. and yet when you see their pictures online, they look wide awake. It’s hardly fair on us mere mortals, which is why we at The Amazing Blog have worked hard to discover their secret. Say good morning to the Resultime Eye Perfector Serum.
This multi-action serum smoothes, revives and illuminates the eye contour area. The combination of Vectorised Micro-Collagen, Seaweed Extract, and Vitamin C promotes cell renewal and micro-circulation, reduces skin pigmentation and puffiness, as well as strengthening the delicate skin around your eyes.
You know that gorgeous woman married to Justin Timberlake? She uses this product, as well as Pixie Lott and Michelle Keegan. In fact, many celebrity make-up artists use this serum on their clients because it has been known to reduce puffiness for 83% of its users. I love using the serum in the morning because it gets rid of my puffy eyes, and although I have yet to see any ‘illuminating effects,’ I’m hoping to see a difference the longer I use it. It feels so soothing and my make-up applies easily over it, so it's definitely become a staple in my skincare regime.
You can purchase the Eye Perfector Serum for £30 here. It's suitable for all skin types and can be applied in the morning and/or evening. So say goodbye to tired eyes and look refreshed all day long.