Korres - Wild Rose CC Cream

There are often days that we don’t want to wear a full face of make-up, yet we still want radiant, even skin. Here at The Amazing Blog we have found the perfect product to make this possible, the Korres Wild Rose CC Cream, a naturally formulated tinted moisturiser with colour correction and sun protection.

The cream can be applied either with fingers, a brush, or a damp sponge to give even coverage, and is easily buildable with an extra coat. This CC cream provides the benefits of a skincare product as it's packed with a multitude of natural ingredients, all of which reduce imperfections, hydrate and protect the skin. It also has the added bonus of SPF 30, which is just important at this time of year as it is at any other. Carob Tree extract and Wild Rose work to soothe and smooth fine lines/skin discolouration, and light-reflecting pearls give the skin a beautiful luminosity when applied. What's more, the rose pink undertones in the cream act as a colour corrector to even out skin tone and brighten the complexion. We found the medium shade had a decent amount of coverage, imperfections were blurred and our skin appeared much brighter. The rosy tones do mean that the two available shades may not work for every skin tone, but if the colours are right for you, this is an amazing product for giving your skin a winter glow.

Look after your skin and perfect your complexion by getting your CC cream here for £26.

Inspiral - Kale-os and Coconut Pecks

When hunger strikes, so many of us grab quick, convenient and unhealthy snacks, but here at The Amazing Blog, we're changing our ways, one bite at a time. We have been lucky enough to try the Inspiral range of Kale-os and Coconut Pecks; they are organic, 100% natural super foods that give us real nutritional satisfaction, rather than a short lived sugar rush.

Kale-os are an innovative new range of kale crisps that are neither baked nor fried. These nutritionally dense kale crisps are nut-free, low in calories, and use an air-drying method to retain more nutrients than any of its competitors. Kale is extremely high in Vitamins B and C, plus the use of extra-virgin olive oil adds the anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular benefits that come from good fats. They aren’t just packed with endless goodness; they actually taste delicious with flavours like Tomato & Basil Pizza and Celtic Sea Salt & Lime. These are far more exciting and vibrant than any flavours offered by the leading potato crisp brands. If you are a certified Kale Queen you will love the crisp texture that reminded us of scrumptious seaweed dishes.

Inspiral haven’t ended it there, they have continued their snack innovation with a range of Coconut Pecks. These are simply organic raw coconut chips that are also air-dried, rather than toasted, to keep them free from trans-fat. We loved their crunchy texture and the unexpected sweet taste thanks to the use of Palmyra Blossom Nectar, a natural and low G.I. sugar. You can choose between two delicious flavours, Smokin’ (Paprika) or Raspberry, they thoughtfully included both a sweet and more savoury flavour for us. Inspiral aren’t only keeping us healthy, but they focus on keeping the planet happy too. The packaging is fully compostable, the ink is made from vegetables, and this is all produced in a solar-powered eco factory.

Keep your waistline and the planet happy by getting yourself some guilt-free kale snacks here for £1.29, or grab a bag of Coconut Pecks here for 99p each. 

Bee's Wrap - Sustainable Food Storage

Here at The Amazing Blog we are always looking for healthy, natural products when it comes to beauty, but we're always pleased when we can take this ethos into the kitchen. Plastic clingfilm is a firm staple in most homes, but the all-natural Bee’s Wrap is set to change that. No one knows what harm the chemicals plastic wraps contain can do, and so we were excited to find a natural alternative to keep our food fresh.

The design of the Bee’s Wrap is such a thoughtful idea. The wax coating the cloth softens and moulds around the food or bowl, keeping it airtight - there’s even a cute wooden toggle and string to add extra security. The wrap itself is made from totally organic muslin cloth, and then steeped in Beeswax, Jojoba Oil and Tree Resin. Although this may sound like an odd concoction, it ensures the wrap is malleable, water resistant, airtight, anti-bacterial and reusable. There is no denying the effectiveness and usefulness of this product; lunchboxes will never be the same again.

The wrap is decorated with a honeycomb print, and the toggle is stamped with an image of a bee, to keep in line with the ingredients used to make it. It holds quite a potent scent which fades over time, but we loved that it had a hint of honey. It gave us a satisfied feeling that we were using something natural and chemical free. Every little helps in our opinion. The wraps are available in three different sizes, as well as specialised sandwich and bread wraps. Join those of us who have ditched the clingfilm for a natural alternative, get your Bee’s Wrap here for £14.95 (Assorted sizes), £11.95 (Bread) and £8.95 (Sandwich). 

Misfortune Cookies

Halloween is upon us, so here at The Amazing Blog we have some grown-up fun to spook up your Saturday. Prezzybox have brought us the delectable yet devilish Misfortune Cookies, not to be confused with their charming counterpart, these cookies bite back! Prepare yourself for the fright of brutally honest, pessimistic and crude responses.

Misfortune Cookies are the daring delights that every table needs this Halloween, each packet is adorned with a ghoulish character. But the worst part to this ghastly treat is yet to come, beneath the soulless black cookie lies a fortune that won’t leave you jumping for joy. But rather heading out the door in shame. Although the cookie is delightfully crisp and sweet, the misfortune can be hard to swallow. Each box contains 13 cookies, suitably unlucky for those who dare to take one. We love this unique idea for a frightful but fun filled Halloween dinner gift - it will surely provide plenty of laughs and entertainment this October. This tricky treat is one for the adults too, proving you’re never too old to enjoy the hellish holiday.

This eerie edible paired with wickedly witty packaging is available on Prezzybox for a mere £11.95. Give your unwitting guests a ghastly night to remember.    

LuminAID – Solar Powered Camping Light

For those occasions when we want to go glamping, here at The Amazing Blog, we've found the perfect tool to eliminate the lengthy struggle of lighting a fire. Bear & Bear have brought us the LuminAID Solar Powered 12 Hour Inflatable Camping Light, an innovative and useful item that would come in handy on any trip.

The LuminAID lantern is ideal for campers due to its compact size. It's inflatable, waterproof, lightweight and solar-powered, so it certainly ticks all of the boxes for an outdoor adventure. In addition to these factors, the high quality battery is quick to recharge and has an amazing energy storage capacity, so you’ll never be without a light. Plus there are a range of brightness settings, so you’re in complete control. The light conveniently inflates through a small valve, which then causes a diffusion of LED light to protect your eyes from glare. What makes this compact light quite remarkable is that it will easily light up a 125 square foot space. We found the carry handle and hanging hooks extremely useful, making it functional for almost any outdoor scenario.

Whether you’re a festival goer, family camper, or Sunday trekker you would get great use out of this handy light. Get your hands on your own innovative inflatable camping light here for £22.