Hand Cream & Moisturising Lip Balm - Swedish Handmade

At The Amazing Blog we had already tried some of the handmade products from Swedish Handmade, so this time we were excited to test their Hand Cream and Lip Balm.

The Swedish's hand cream is available in two scents: blue lavender and vanilla. Similar to the hand soap we reviewed here, the packaging is an elegant design that works well as the main focus is on the product itself. We recommend getting the hand soap along with the hand cream to incorporate into your daily hand care regime.

Both the hand soap and the hand cream are made with all natural ingredients such as coconut oil, sunflower oil and olive oil.  The hand cream is formulated with almond oil, water, bee’s wax and vitamin E oil to nourish and condition the skin. Using this product daily you will see an improvement in the softness of your hands as it will smoothen and strengthen your nails.

The last product we received was a moisturising lip balm that leaves your lips feeling soft and succulent. Recommend for daily use, the formula is soft an easily glides on to the lips. It is the perfect lip care enriched with coco butter, almond oil, grape-seed oil, bees wax, and olive and peppermint oils.

This Valentine's Day, be your own valentine and treat yourself to a lux indulge. You can purchase the Swedish Handmade Hand cream here for £9.00, and the Lip Balm here for £4.00. 

Boost Cellular Renewal, Pink Grapefruit - Boost Oxygen

As you know, at the Amazing Blog we are always on the hunt for the newest and best products out there, which is why we were thrilled when we came across two new products from the brand Boost Oxygen. In their own words, Boost Oxygen is a new generation of skincare, and this is something we can definitely confirm!

We were lucky enough to try two of their new products, the first was their Boost Cellular Renewal, which had a grapefruit and frankincense scent and was 98% oxygen!! The second product was their Pink Grapefruit Oxygen Boost, which was 95% oxygen! The main idea behind Boost Oxygen is that while we know it's important to eat and drink right, we don't always focus on what we're breathing and the importance of clean oxygen. Our air is very polluted, but the portable Boost cans allow you to get a needed and healthy pick me up, giving your brain and body the hit of oxygen it needs!  We can't think of a situation where this product wouldn't help to make you feel perkier and more refreshed; a boost in the gym when you feel you're flagging, or post flight where the oxygen levels are low, it's even a great cure for a pesky hangover.

Boost Oxygen helps to reduce stress, relax the muscles, oxygenate the skin and boost cell renewal, which is probably why it is popular with celebrities like Gwenyth Paltrow, Simon Cowell, Madonna and Mick Jagger! There are loads to choose from on the website if grapefruit wouldn't be your choice. Infused with organic essential oils or even plain, there is plenty of choice. We think we might try peppermint next as that sounds even more refreshing!

Starting from £10.50, the Pink Grapefuit Boost Oxygen is available here and from £14.99 the Boost Oxygen Cellular Renewal is available here

Valentine's Day Events - Friday Favourites

Here at the Amazing Blog,

we know that the routineness of Valentine’s Day can really drain the romance from what should be an exciting and different experience. Afterall, it's a day to tell and show someone what they mean to you! So with that in mind, we gathered some of the most interesting and unusual Valentine’s Day events in London to help you create some long-lasting and treasured memories with your loved one.

First of all we have a twist on the typical, and dare we say dated, dinner date at the same old restaurant. For a truly unique evening, swimming in romance, why not try switching up the location to beautiful evening on the thames. Bateaux London Cruises are offering some remarkable dinner packages that we instantly fell in love with!

Bateaux's Valentine's Day Symphony Tower Suite  package pulls out every stop, giving you an intimate dining experience as you enjoy the London sights. Spend time with your partner in a quiet suite, where a four-course dinner is served with drinks throughout the evening. To top off your romantic meal you can go and enjoy the live band that will be playing throughout the night. The City at night is, arguably, when it’s at its most beautiful and romantic, and with this cruise you are certain to get unparalleled views, and an unparalleled experience.

Bateaux London Cruises combine high quality dining, entertainment, and the beautiful London skyline to give you a wonderful evening whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself. They daily offer cruises that create unforgettable experiences for their guests, so you know that their Valentine’s day will be even more spectacular than usual! So go and book your night here from £145 a person!

For a more cultural and regal Valentine's Day, visit Queen's House in Greenwich, part of the Royal Museums of Greenwich. The museum, which is an architectural masterpiece boasting 400 years of royal history, is putting on a Valentine's Day special called 'Making Love in the Queen's House.' The day will be full of talks and courses both inside the Queen's House and in it's elegant surroundings.

You and your valentine can enjoy a Prosecco afternoon tea while hearing from experts who will be discussing love stories of the royals who lived in the celebrated 'House of Delight.' Learn more about the house's beginnings as a 'pleasure palace' and gift from King James I to his wife Anne of Denmark, while soaking up the regal environment.

For a historical and romance-filled day out, visit 'Making Love in the Queens House.' You can purchase tickets for the event here for £25.00.

If you are looking for something a little different, try surprising your loved one by visiting Sea Life London Aquarium for their 'Sea Life After Dark' evening. Home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life, Sea Life London Aquarium has some amazing creatures to see, from rare sea turtles to penguins. After picking up your complimentary glass of prosecco, you and your valentine can experience the Shark Walk - a glass walkway with sharks and other marine life swimming just inches away from you!

This after-hours event is adult-only and allows you to explore the aquarium at your own pace, while enjoying the pop up bars scattered throughout. Guest Experience Advisors will additionally be on hand so you can learn all about the creatures and conservation work that Sea Life Aquarium does.

It's certainly not every day that you get to spend your evening with friends surrounded by marine life, so buy tickets for Sea Life After Dark here from £29.00.

Finally on our list is a twist on the classic night of drinks. The Charming Christabel's completely drew us in with their exciting and vibrant cocktail workshops. This Valentines Day, the company are hosting a Bejewelled Cocktail Masterclass. For a fun and flirty evening with your valentine, or even just a group of friends, join Christabel's to create your own cocktail creations.

The vibrant sessions will include a masterclass on mixing and shaking their classic 'Flirt' and 'Zinger' cocktails, we personally love their 'Flirt' cocktail which sends us back to those sultry summer evenings! If that doesn't sway you though, there is also a chance to get creative and transform your drinks by jazzing them up with glitter, sequins, rose petals and much more. We think it might be fun at this stage to create a drink that reflects your partner's personality! Your evening will also be accompanied by canapes that you can construct yourself. This is a really hands on DIY evening that has the potential to be wholly unique to you and your loved one, leaving you with memories of an experience that no one else will have.

The event is in a secret location in N1, so keep your eyes peeled and buy tickets here for £45 per person.

YouthRenew Tinted Cream- Pevonia

At The Amazing Blog we are always looking for innovative brands with products that have exciting ingredients and ideas and Pevonia is one we have always valued and trusted. We recntly tried one of their products; the YouthRenew Tinted Cream.

We love Pevonia because not only do they offer a large line of products but they strive for high quality and innovative formulations. Originally created for spa retreats, Pevonia now offers products for homecare using the finest natural marine and botanical ingredients from only the very best sources. The brand has used this mix of quality ingredients with its team knowledge to create products that are suitable for treating any type of skin issue you may be having.

Pevonia uses naturally green, cruelty free formulas in their products. The YouthRenew Tinted Cream has an SPF of 30, which protects and prevents harmful UV rays damaging the skin. Even though it is only a tinted moisturiser, it has a decent medium coverage and acts as a famtastic base for other make-up. You apply the product by blending it evenly over the face and neck witheither your fingers or a brush. We loved how smooth and clear our skin looked after applying it, and really appreciated how the cream doesn’t sit in any cracks and is not sticky at all. While it comes in only one shade it still works very well as a primer for other foundations, so it doesn't look right for your skin tone you could still use it.

For a flawless base with high sun protection, you can pick up Pevonia YouthRenew Tinted Cream here for £45.00.

Shea Butter Shower Gel and Aloe Mouthwash - Organii

It's no surprise that The Amazing Blog are crazy about natural products. We believe that natural skincare is one of the best remedies for a variety of skin problems. Organii has a brilliant range, full of organic products for everyday use. We received two of these, a Shea Butter Shower Gel and Aloe Mouthwash.

Organii is an excellent brand for families, as their products are formulated to suit everyone from adults to children. We tried one of their Shower Gels, which was enriched with Shea Butter and left a great scent even hours after showering. You can use it every day on skin and even in your hair if you wanted! The product does not contain synthetics, colourants, or fragrances, and 99.5% of its ingredients are extracted from organic elements which help to smooth and soften skin. It is also available in a variety of scents such as Strawberry, Argan, Liquorice and Aloe Bamboo.

The second product we tried was the Aloe Mouthwash with Eucalyptus. It tasted great, similar to peppermint gum, something that kids may love. To feel the mouthwash's benefits, we suggest swirling the product thoroughly around your mouth at least once per day.

Not only does the brand use ingredients originating from vegetables, Organii's products do not contain any animal by-products or wheat whatsoever. These vegan products are suitable for everybody and we think they are a great brand to try if you are trying to live more consciously.

Grab Organii – Everyday Organics products for the whole family. You can get the Shea Butter Shower Gel here for £5.95 and the Aloe Mouthwash here for £5.95.