Kahina - Lip & Face Balm

Here at The Amazing Blog, we often cart around a multitude of beauty products in our handbags, so that we’re ready to strike whenever a bout of dry skin or frizzy hair attacks. Unfortunately, the abundance of products can often become a little weighty, so we always appreciate travel sized and multi-purpose products. Kahina’s Lip & Face Balm falls into both those categories, so, naturally, it has become a staple in our bags this summer.

Packaged in Kahina’s signature sleek, black glass packaging, the pint-sized balm is perfect for an on-the-go beauty regime. Its soothing blend of natural, powerhouse ingredients, such as anti-inflammatory Calendula, Sea Buckthorn Extract and Olive Oil, help to soothe and repair dry skin and lips. On first glance, its honey hue doesn’t look like the type of product you’d like to smooth onto your skin. However, the oily concoction gives just the right amount of moisture when blended into the skin, leaving it feeling perfectly nourished and not at all greasy. It’s the perfect addition to any packing list.

Pick up this little jar of wonder elixir for £34 here. It’s certainly worth splashing the cash when it makes your skin feel this fantastic. 

Triumph & Disaster - No Dice Sunscreen

With the hot summer we’ve had so far, everyone should have a sunscreen they can wear every day, but all too often it seems that sunscreens are designed for a single day at the beach and are too harsh for day-to-day use. Triumph & Disaster created No Dice Sunscreen to combat this problem, and we at The Amazing Blog couldn’t be happier.

No Dice Sunscreen SPF 50 replaces the harsh chemicals found in most sunscreens with natural actives like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. These ingredients are easy on the skin and less irritating than other chemicals used to repel UV rays. Not only does No Dice include ingredients that are less irritating, it also contains green tea and jojoba esters to actively moisturise and serve as antioxidants.

You can apply this sunscreen with confidence knowing that it meets all global SPF and broad spectrum testing standards. As an added bonus, No Dice is non-greasy and feels light on the skin. We were able to wear it without feeling weighed down all day, and unlike most sunscreens it has a mild and pleasant smell. 

If you are looking for a way to protect yourself from the harsh sun this summer, Triumph & Disaster No Dice Sunscreen SPF 50 can be bought at Selfridges for only £36. Simply apply every two hours and take on the day with confidence.  

Indian Superfood Pop-Up

Here at The Amazing Blog, we’re always exploring food markets, and feel that there’s nothing better than discovering a delicious treat on the streets of London. With that in mind, you can be sure that we’ll be heading down to London’s latest pop-up stall, Indian Superfood.

Every Sunday during the month of July Gurpareet Bains will be serving up some delectable lunchtime dishes sure to satisfy one's appetite. Taste his signature Chicken Curry with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Goji Berry Pilau, often recognised as the ‘world’s healthiest meal’, or nibble on Spicy Marinated Prawns. Whatever you choose, it’s sure to be a treat for you this weekend. 

This pop-up will be celebrating the fifth anniversary of Gurpareet Bains bestselling Indian Superfood cookbook. Awarded Chef of the Year in 2011 at the Curry Awards, Bains's cookbook includes a variety of cuisines designed to tantalize the taste buds in a healthy way. If interested Gurpareet Bains cookbook can be purchased here RRP £12.99. 

If you’re looking for an exciting foodie adventure this Sunday, head down to Brick Lane to try out some of Gurpareet's famous dishes. The pop-up will be located outside the entrance to the Backyard Market, Old Truman Brewery E1 6QL. Fingers crossed it keeps running for longer than the month of July! We say "go check him out" because we want him to stay throughout August, September, etc. :)

Niyot Lipstick - Striptease

Here at The Amazing Blog, we love styling our summer outfits with on-trend accessories.  We believe that adding a bright pop of colour is a wonderful way to spice up your look. The easiest way to do this is often through make-up, and so we were delighted to receive a beautifully bright Niyot lipstick, the perfect summer accessory.

Launched by London based make-up artist, Toyin Cayoi, Niyot Beauty boasts a wonderful range of products and colours, from nudes to berry hues, with mattes and cream formulas. We were delighted to embrace the brights when they sent over their juicy pink shade, Striptease. Fabulously creamy and hydrating, this Niyot lippy is brilliant for summer wear. It glides on smoothly, and doesn’t catch in the crevices of your lips, an issue that can be hugely noticeable with more neon shades. One of 12 crème lipsticks in the collection, we’re keen to try out some of the more natural shades. In the meantime, however, we are happy to be sporting a hot pink pout.

Sadly, the brand isn’t yet available in British currency, but watch this space, and in the meantime, their site ships internationally. Pick up the Striptease Crème Lipstick for $25 here, and embrace brights this summer. 

Dr. Scheller - Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Serum and Anti-Age/De-Pigment Eye Care

We all need an anti-ageing skincare regime, and here at The Amazing Blog our products of choice are made by Dr. Scheller Natural & Effective. Our personal favourites are the Argan Oil & Amaranth Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Serum and the Organic Wild Rose Anti-Age/De-Pigment Eye Care.

All natural and registered in the Vegan Society, Dr. Scheller is the only brand of cosmetics to use the PhytoSolve active complex. PhytoSolve ingredients, which are emulsions of soy lecithin, allow Dr. Scheller products to penetrate the skin and heal from the inside out. All products in this brand are also free from silicones, mineral oils, synthetic colorants, and parabens.

If you are looking for an anti-wrinkle product to apply to your whole face, we recommend beginning with the Argan Oil & Amaranth Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Serum. This serum visibly smoothes wrinkles and makes skin feel firm.

If fine lines around the eyes are more your concern, the Organic Wild Rose Anti-Age/De- Pigment Eye Care is more targeted to the delicate areas that surround your eyes. It combines Aloe vera extract to organic wild rose oil to counter pigment spots and reduce fine lines.

Both of these Dr. Scheller products can be purchashed at Whole Foods UK stores or  here starting at only £9.89.