Bravura London - First Cleanse Oil

Not enough people are aware of the importance of cleansing, here at The Amazing Blog we are determined to share our wealth of knowledge to achieve great skin. Bravura London have produced a First Cleanse Oil to ensure our skin is thoroughly cleansed to allow other skincare products to work to their full potential. Oil cleansers are fantastic to remove makeup or any dirt on the skin, then it should followed by a second cleanser to remove anything left behind. For anyone with oily skin do not panic, no matter what your skin type oil cleansers will perfectly clean and hydrate your skin.

The First Cleanse Oil contains a variety of fresh and natural ingredients, it contains safflower, coconut, avocado and Vitamin E oil, all infused with Lavender and Rosemary essential oils. Water is also added to give it a smoother and runnier texture; it glides onto the skin with such ease and removes even stubborn waterproof makeup. The oils used are selected for their benefits to the skin and ability to remove dirt without aggravating the skin, those with sensitive skin can breathe a sigh of relief. Coconut and avocado oil nourish the skin and vitamin E oil is a natural anti-oxidant, there is so much goodness packed into a product. The Lavender, Chamomile and Rosemary oils are soothing and purifying, we can finally go to bed without sore eyes.

 We loved that the oil cleanser was made from such natural ingredients and truly loved the fragrant sent and soothing effects when taking off stubborn makeup, as beauty enthusiasts we wear a lot of it. The oil does not feel greasy on the skin and comes off easily with a wet flannel; we do recommend using a second cleanser for optimum results.

Want a cleanser that is both eco-friendly and highly effective? Get yours here for only £14.50.

The English Mineral Makeup Company - Mineral Foundation

When it comes to make-up, we always favour a flawless finish here at The Amazing Blog. However, we never like to look caked in foundation. So when The English Mineral Makeup Company  sent over their Mineral Foundation for us to try, we were happy to let our skin breathe whilst giving ourselves comfortable coverage.

One thing we found seriously impressive about the brand is the sheer range of colours to choose from. With 30 shades to choose from, whether you’re porcelain or ebony, their foundation shades literally have you covered. It’s so refreshing to find a brand that cater to every skin colour. The lightweight powder provides a decent amount of coverage, and buffs easily into the skin when using the brands super soft kabuki brush. Lasting all day, the foundation is also 100% vegan and 100% pure mineral, so it’s really pure enough to sleep in. Great for those who are environment conscious, or simply for those looking for a soft focus foundation, The English Mineral Makeup Company is certainly worth checking out.

Perfect your skin the natural way with The English Mineral Makeup Company. You can buy the Mineral Foundation here for £37. 

Sagaform - Fruit Infuser Pistons

Here at The Amazing Blog, we know how important it is to stay hydrated, but it can often seem a bit of a chore to keep on sipping throughout the day. Luckily for us, we’ve discovered a way to spice up our water, thanks to Sagaform’s Fruit Infuser Pistons.

Perfect for the gym, on the go, or just keeping hydrated in the office, these innovative bottles are a wonderful way to add a bit of excitement to dull old water, as well as adding an extra nutritious kick to your diet. The bottles are a substantial size in their own right, enough to keep you hydrated without having to refill every ten minutes. As well as this, the interesting design is great for playing around with flavours.

We’ve had fun in the office, experimenting with various fillings for the piston. Our favourite combination is deliciously juicy strawberries, with crisp apples, perfect for adding a refreshing zing to our desk side drink. And with a selection of colours to choose from, we’re sure there’s the perfect piston for your personalities.

Add an extra health kick to your water with the Sagaform Fruit Pistons. You can buy them here for £8.50.

Thame Food Festival

Here at The Amazing Blog, we have found a fantastic foodie’s day out! The eighth annual Thames Food Festival takes place in a beautiful historic market town in Oxfordshire on the 26th September, bringing you a host of celebrity chefs and of course superb food and drink. There is even the chance to show off your baking skills in The Big Thame Bake competition that will be judged by a few celebrity bakers. These are certainly ingredients for a brilliant day out.

Raymond Blanc OBE will be making the short journey from Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons to cook live for us in the cookery theatre. Watching him is a joy as his talent and passion for cooking could inspire anyone to get in the kitchen. He will be joined by Sophie Grigson, for those of you who are unfamiliar; she has opened Sophie’s Kitchen at the Story Museum in Oxford. Here, she offers various homemade food dishes for all to enjoy, as well as offering a children’s class to educate and inspire a love of cooking from a young age. I’m sure many of us would’ve appreciated this knowledge when learning to cook for ourselves. Sophie will also incorporate some of her favourite dishes from the café in her session.

The festival isn’t for adult enjoyment only, they have organised the first ever cooking demo catering specifically for children, taught by MasterChef winner Natalie Coleman. Children will have the opportunity to learn the basics on how to cook and try new exciting foods, a perfect way to keep the kids proactive in the kitchen. Adults will be able to see an interview with Natalie and purchase signed copies of her new book Winning Recipes for Every Day.

If baking is more your forte, Richard Bertinet will share the secrets behind his sell-out bread making classes. This is a fantastic way to learn a few tips and tricks if you missed out on the classes available at The Bertinet Cookery School. The baker will even be signing copies of his many baking books in the pop-up book shop. Be sure to clear some space on the kitchen shelves, this book shop is a space in which visitors will have the chance to meet an array of celebrity chefs and build up their cookery book collection.

Arguably, the most exciting part of the day is the festival’s very own baking competition. The Big Thame Bake gives visitors the opportunity to rise to the occasion and show off their own baked goods. The winners will be awarded their prizes by none other than Frances Quinn, the Great British Bake Off Winner in 2013. Along with other Bake Off contestants, Luis Troyano, Miranda Browne, and Howard Middleton, Frances will then be interviewed by Lotte Duncan.

Give you and your family a fun, food-filled day out by checking it out here. The Thame Food Festival takes place from 9am to 5pm on Saturday 26th September 2015 in the heart of Thame town centre. If you are interested in participating in the Big Thame Bake, sign up here for only £5, of which is donated to a local cause. 

Collgen - Face Serum & Night Cream

Here at The Amazing Blog we love trying products that promise to give us a glowing complexion. When we received the Collagen Face Serum & Night Cream from Collgen’s anti-ageing range we were eager to give them a try. The serum is designed to dramatically improve the firmness and elasticity of skin by increasing collagen production. While the night cream regenerates and nourishes tired skin. The combination of the two is a match made in heaven! 

Collgen is unique in its use of non-hydrolysed, biologically active type I marine collagen. Interestingly this form of collagen is sourced from the skin of fresh-water fish; it is easier for our skin to absorb due to the low molecular weight. Collgen have discovered that the collagen peptides in the serum also trigger our body’s natural process of collagen production.

The results speak for themselves, our skin feels smoother and fine lines reduced. The serum feels luxurious and cooling on the skin, though due to the natural ingredients there is no scent. Simply massage into the skin after cleansing and toning, then wait for the tightening sensation and results to follow. We loved the use of Aloe Extract and Lemon Balm Extract in the Night Cream, it felt extremely soothing and harmonizing on our stressed skin. Say goodbye to dry patches and hello to beautiful soft, smooth and supple skin!

Just because we get older doesn’t mean we have to look it, pick your Serum & Night Cream up here for £35.