Pure Lochside - Capsule Collection

Here at The Amazing Blog we know how it feels to be faced with a particular beauty dilemma especially when pushed for space on packing for that weekend away. We've all experienced that heart-racing anxiety that sets in at the prospect of having to abandon our trusty skincare staples all due to lack of space. Well, we're very happy to report that premium Scottish brand, Pure Lochside  has come up with a summer solution with their very handy Lochside Capsule Collection.

The Lochside Capsule Collection, contains 5 therapeutic, 100% plant oil infused products, that are perfect for that weekend away or a two day music festival. Not only does it contain some of Lochside’s best products but also a muslin cloth to help you to administer your regime efficiently and swiftly. Designed to be used on the go, but without a loss of quality, this regenerating, organic-rich collection will boost your skin and leave it nourished, luminous and glowing, regardless of where you’re holidaying. The kit contains the Organic Orange Cleansing Oil 15ml which is rich in vitamin E and removes all mascara and eye makeup, the Pure Face Serum 15ml, a regenerating serum designed to keep skin luminous and glowing. As well as the Orange and Echinacea Toner 3ml as a refreshing final step to hydrate the skin and impart an uplifting aroma (it can also be used as an aftershave for male travel companions).

Our favourite was the Organic Skin Refiner 3ml which exfoliates and doubles as a hydrating mask with Organic Scottish Oats for a natural, gentle scrub. For the extra sensitive skins, the Soothe Daily Face Oil 3ml is gentle yet rejuvenating, and uses Rose, and Neroli essential oils. It has Calendula, Chamomile and High Altitude Lavender, to soothe and nourish irritated skin, such the type that arises from heat exposure.

A the winner of many beauty awards, the Lochside Capsule Collection is perfect for travellers and revellers alike. Best of all you won’t have to worry about roughing it (at least when it comes to your skin) on trips away. The Capsule Collection can be purchased here for £48.50

Get Festival Ready This Summer: Glam Style!

Whether you went to Glastonbury or Isle of Wight, summer in the UK means Festivals! There are many good ones to attend that happen through the summer months, so plan away! Here at The Amazing Blog HQ, we all love a good bit of music. And we know our readers love music, summer, and festivals, so we thought this was  the perfect time to introduce some wonderful new products that are perfect for taking with you to a festival.

 

A company called Wacky Practicals really caught our eye in terms of unique, special products that serve a purpose when the original version just won’t do. Their Collapsible Tea Kettle is perfect for taking with you to any festival or even a camping trip. It is made of silicone and stainless steel, which means it is a very durable kettle and the fact that it is collapsible means packing it away is a breeze. It is available to purchase from their website for £29.99. You definitely won’t miss your next cup of tea with this perfect kettle.

 

Ever heard of Glamping? Yes, that’s right: Glam Camping. A new phenomenon that we at the Amazing Blog think is absolutely wonderful. You are going to a festival or camping, but don’t want to sacrifice being a girly girl? Well, now you don’t have to. Boutique Camping offers festival and camping products that are chic, fashionable, and portable! One product we thought you wouldn’t want to miss out on: the Quilt/Sleeping Bag in Rosa. Absolutely Adorable and sure to keep you warm and snugly on those chilly summer nights. Available on their website for £90.00.

 

 We were so excited when we received Ickle Bockle’s Festival Kit here at The Amazing Blog. It is the perfect travel accessory kit for any festival goer. The Kit is packed full of perfect items: two ickle bockles (travel-sized bottles), one ickle pot, a waterproof poncho, eye mask, ear plugs, toothbrush and toothpaste, compact mirror, tissues, plasters, antibacterial hand sanitiser, and lip balm. Absolutely everything you need in one handy little bag! Can be purchased on the website for £16.95. I know I won’t be heading away without mine!

 

Fox & Pepper’s After Welly Gelly is perfect for those tired festival feet! We all know how your feet can feel after a day of wearing our favourite rubber boots, and this soothing gel takes care of the problem. Best part? It’s Paraben Free, so no nasties there. Available for £7.99 from Made In Heaven.

 

Another product we thought was most interesting. Bloom.fm, a downloadable music app has created Bloom Boots, which are Musical Wellington Boots! There is a speaker actually placed into the boot itself, so you can attach your IPod or MP3 and crank up bloom.fm! Unfortunately, there were only 10 pairs created originally, but a thought for next summer! However, you can still tune into Bloom.fm when you download the app! Check out their website for more info.

One last thing: when you're feeling tired and worn out during the day, you're going to need a pick me up. We have found the perfect way to get it, naturally of course, with Scheckter's Organic Energy Drinks! We were so excited when they arrived at the office, and needless to say, they are everything you want in an energy drink, with none of the nasty additives! They taste great, and are 100% Natural and Organic. Perfect for stowing in your rucksack for the trip, you can get the drinks from Ocado starting at £1.29 or on www.amazon.co.uk. Take a look at the Scheckter's website for more information on the drinks.

King's Cross Ice Cream Festival

Are you are stuck for something to do this weekend and want to make the most of the last remaining rays of sun before Autumn officially kicks in? If so we at TheAmazingBlog have the perfect suggestion. What better way to savour the sunshine than by celebrating the most delicious and traditional frozen summer treat? This weekend Granary Square plays host to King's Cross Ice Cream Festival where you can sample some of London and the South East’s most exquisite creamy delights.

The free two-day festival not only showcases the best gelatos Britain's farmers have to offer but also gives a deeper insight into the history of ice cream as well as giving you a  chance to learn the secrets of making it. The extravaganza could have you rolling up your sleeves and milking the cows, helping to make ice cream using the latest in nitrogen technologies as well as learning how ice cream was first brought to London from Europe. When you have sampled as much of the Italian creation as you can handle then you can always head to the Granary Square Beach and build a sand castle or bathe in the golden rays.

This is a must for anyone who has every enjoyed the cooling desert, and with experts from some of London’s best renowned ice cream sellers and makers attending, it is a unique chance for both true foodies and ice cream enthusiasts to tantalise their taste buds as well as stimulate their minds as King's Cross Ice Cream Festival is sure to be as educational as it is delicious!!

King's Cross Ice Cream Festival takes place from 10am, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd September 2012 at Granary Square.

Egg-O Wine Cooler

So after two weeks of top-class sport in a very busy London, celebrations have finally come to an end and so has our 'Olympic' inspired blog ideas. So probably like you,  here at The Amazing Blog  we've  raised our glasses (many times!) to our successful  GB athletes;  be it in a bar, our living rooms or a park - but it's always challenging to try and keep the said tipple cool in the recent and shortlived heatwave. However, we have discovered an ingenious  Egg-O Wine Cooler which has helped us keep our favourite chilled white wines, sparkling waters and/or iced vodkas at the right temperature - brilliant.

This egg-shaped wine coolers is perfect for summer it is robust and also has a moulded handle on the side which is ideal for carrying it around.  Just put the chilled bottle inside the Egg-O and screw down the cap. So whenever you fancy a glass or two, just pick the Egg-O up by the handle and pour away - perfect. Nearly every wine bottle (including champagne) fit neatly into this wine cooler. Not only is the glass bottle protected from breaking, but it also keeps the wine at the perfect temperature (yes and even red wine warm). Egg-O Wine Cooler is a definite winner if you are looking for longevity and a stylish container for  your  picnic,  barbecue or even festival. It's truly one of our best  summer finds for the office (which has now found it's way into Edwina our Exec Eds home!)

Egg-O is available in 8 colours: Classic Black, Cool Blue, Country Kitchen Cream, Full Bodied Red, Ice White, Picnic Green, Sunshine Yellow and Zingy Orange. It's also a great present for someone who loves to entertain alfresco, to purchase one for £29.99 go to: Egg-O UK

Miners Cosmetics

Here at The Amazing Blog, you could safely call us girly-girls. So when we get a chance to try lip glosses, blushers, and nail polishes, you can be sure we’ll say yes! Miners Cosmetics has just released new products to their line, and their colourful additions are must-haves for you makeup bag! To start with, they’ve brought out three new summer nail polishes, these bright colours are perfect accessories to any summer outfit. Keepin’ It Teal, Mango Tango, and Sunny Side Up, are three shades that are sure to brighten your summer looks. They come off on your nail as bright as they look in the bottle, but we suggest using a topcoat to make sure the colour stays vibrant on your nail. Priced at a very affordable £2.99 you can pick up the whole collection to brighten up both your nails and your outfits!

Next in the collection is the Mood Lip Glosses, perfect for any festival girl that doesn’t want to spend ages messing about with lip liner and lipstick. These glosses react with your ph-level to create a lip colour unique to you. It comes out of the tube as an opaque white colour, and once applied to your lips you see it transform to your perfect hue. They’re available in Glastonberry and Peace Pout.

Last in the collection is my favourite, the Blusher Bricks. I can’t go a day without a blusher, and these bricks combine three shades that you can mix together or use individually, a great multitasking product to change up your look instantly! It comes in two shades, Pinks and Browns, and as you can guess, the Pinks will give you a perfect rosy glow, and the Browns are brilliant to use as a bronzer.

So whether it’s makeup for your next festival, or just a night out with the girls, check out Miners for their massive range of affordable makeup.