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. 

Juliette at Home - Lip Balms

Lip balm truly is an everyday essential for us girls here at The Amazing Blog. Every morning I wake up, wash my face, and then apply a smooth coat to my lips for that perfect finishing touch. When I came into work and saw four different samples of Juliette at Home Lip Balms, I knew I was going to have to try them out right away. And after a quick test, well… I now have one at home, one at work, and one in my purse.

I apply lip balm at least ten times a day to ensure that my lips stay moisturised and fresh (modestly of course) - carrying some in my purse is a must. The Juliette at Home balms come in a small simple tin allowing me to take them just about anywhere. And much like other Juliette at Home products, the tin is crafted with antique and modern elements giving it a contemporary design. The lip balm comes in four different flavours: Turkish Delight, Marshmallow and my personal favourites Parma Violet and Bitter Chocolate. With the spring months upon us, I absolutely fell in love with the smell of Parma Violet. The Bitter Chocolate had a sweet smell that made me believe I was actually indulging in some delicious truffles. No matter the flavour, all these balms left my lips feeling soft and hydrated. And each went on smoothly without leaving that irritating greasy feeling.

With the wonderful smells, non greasy application and simple tin, what is there to complain about? Just like my mascara, I now carry these lip balms everywhere I go. And for £4 each, you truly can’t go wrong purchasing a couple of your own.

Shangri La Organics Guardian Angel Rescue Balm

With the great British Summer as indecisive as ever - baking hot one day, thunderstorms the next and so on and so forth, it's little wonder that our skin bears much of the brunt of the changing winds. And while most of last week's sun fell during office hours (what else did we expect?!) it's fair to say that most of us had the opportunity to spend at least a few hours in the sun, with the result being a few rosy faces and burnt shoulders here at The Amazing Blog. Thankfully, we recently came across Guardian Angel Rescue Balm by Shangri La Organics which is 100% plant based and contains only the finest certified organic ingredients. With no parabens, chemicals or any other hidden nasties that are frequently found in so-called 'rescue' products, it's certainly a great investment to make, especially given the unpredictable weather here in the UK and the consequential effect on our skin. The lavender-scented balm melts effortlessly into dry, fatigued skin and really helps to boost moisture levels. Blended organic oils of Apricot kernel and Rosehip with divinely rich natural, Organic Shea and Cocoa Butter help to soothe and restore even the most stressed out skin.

It's the perfect handbag product as it's a fabulous multi-tasker that can be used for a whole host of skin complaints including dry, chapped lips, stretch marks, scars, cracked feet and heels and insect bites to name but a few! And it's also a great addition to any yummy mummys bag; due to its completely natural composition it can be used to soothe nappy rash, cradel cap and dry patches.

And so, if you're after the next big thing in beauty; our best are on this beautifully packaged multi-tasking balm. Check it out here.