Shaving Cream and After Shave Cream – Proraso

Here at The Amazing Blog, we are most certainly fond of a man who takes pride in his appearance. Therefore, we always like to share our latest finds in male grooming products on the blog. Today we share with you the Shaving Cream and After Shave Balm from Proraso, an Italian brand that has developed a formidable reputation for quality shaving products.

Both products are part of the brand’s Blue line that is enriched with Aloe and Vitamin E. The moisturising and calming ingredients offer a little extra TLC to men’s skin. The Shaving Cream is a thick cream that when applied with a damp shaving brush will form a luxurious lather perfect for achieving a close shave. Following with the After Shave Balm to nourish skin and brighten the complexion, will also leave skin smelling of masculine musk and amber after each shave.

Made in Italy, these products are sure to please any Italian (or non-Italian) stallion, who wishes to achieve a soft, clean shave. Available here at £5.95 for the Cream and here at £11.95 for the Balm.  

Sunscreen Feature - Friday Favourites

At The Amazing Blog, we care deeply about healthy skin. One of the most important parts of taking care of your skin involves using sunscreen to protect it from the damage sun rays cause. As we care about the health of our readers, we have tried and tested four great sunscreen brands that offer protection and hydration.

Environ is the first that we tried and loved! Unlike many normal sunscreens, this product contains antioxidant-rich vitamins that reduce the impact of free radicals, which can damage DNA and destroy collagen, and even elastin. In turn, Environ will reduce the risk of prematurely aged skin, skin cancer, and the chance of pigmentation. Though, what makes the most difference is its clean scent and lightweight feel.

The RAD Antioxidant SPF 15 Sunscreen costs £19.95 and is available for beauty salon stockists nationwide. Go here to find your nearest retailer.

EQ Evoa’s sunscreen is suitable for the whole family, including children, and offers optimum protection from the suns harmful UVA/UVB Rays. In addition to protecting the entire family, this sunscreen is friendly to the ocean and does not damage coral reefs, unlike most other brands. Therefore, with it being a green product, what is there not to like?

Find this French made sunscreen here for £19.95.

Many sunscreens seem to be designed for girls, incorporating a greasy effect to enhance tanning potential, which men do not really care for. Something we think men will care for is the Fit Sun Protect sunscreen. Formulated specially for men, this sunscreen is water resistant, non-whitening, non-greasy, and most fundamentally offers protection from harmful sunrays.

Try this sunscreen that is perfect for men here for £35.

Having an after-sun cream in your summer-ready bag is essential. We tried one from Vichy, which is now a favourite because you can use it in the shower or on dry skin. It also hydrates skin for a long-lasting tan. Another great feature about this after-sun is that it is suitable for sensitive skin.

Hydrate your skin after a sunny day for £13 here.

Luxury Lipsticks – Rodin

Linda Rodin, the founder of Rodin Olio Lusso, once said that “I feel a bit naked without lipstick” and at The Amazing Blog we agree with her 100%! That’s why we wanted to share with you a little about the new Rodin Luxury Lipsticks range.

Recently launched, the Luxury Lipsticks are available in 5 unique shades, one for each occasion: the Tough Tomato, Red Hedy, So Mod, Billie on the Bike and Winks. They are based on the signature oil of the brand, Olio Lusso, and blended with Rose and Lavender Flower, Vitamins C and E known for their nourishing and healing properties and Apricot, Argan and Meadowflower oils that leave a very pleasant flavour on your lips. Our favourite summer shade is the Winks, a pretty and bright pink that is perfect on tanned skin and that can be used both day and night! We particularly like its creamy texture and the shiny finish that will gradually turn matte during the day and will reveal a lovely hot pink pigment. For a seaside look that pops, this lipstick is the perfect product.

Get ready for a bright summer with the Luxury Lipstick range by Rodin, available here for £32

Lily of the Valley Bathing Flowers – Heathcote & Ivory

Having a bad day? Need to relax? After a long day at work the best way to relax is to treat yourself. We at the Amazing Blog think that personal wellbeing is of the utmost importance, which is why we were very happy when we had the chance to try the Lily of the Valley bathing flowers by Heathcote & Ivory.

Perfect for the summer, the Lily of the Valley fragrance of the bathing flowers gives a sweet fresh scent. Close your eyes as you bathe and it will give you the impression that you are in a woodland glade! In addition to the captivating floral-scent, these bathing flowers add a touch of colour to your bath with their decorative design of delicate soap flowers. Now that you, like us, have fallen in love with the prospect, you’ll want to know how to use it! Tear 5-6 petals from a flower and put it under warm water. You can also try mixing the petals of different flowers together to make your own scent.

Bring romance and colour to your bath for £10 here.

Sun Moisturising Protective Milky Oil for Hair & Prodigieux Body Lotion - Nuxe

It’s no secret that we at The Amazing Blog have certainly been wooed by the French-made brand, Nuxe. So naturally, we couldn’t resist testing their new products, launched specially for this summer: the Prodigieux Body Lotion and the Moisturising Protective Milky Oil for Hair.

We already wrote reviews for their products, Prodigieux Le Parfum and the Dry Oil (find them here), and decided to complete the set with another product derived from this range: the Beautifying Scented Body Lotion. Just in time for summer, the body lotion blended with botanicals oils, will leave your skin glowing whilst deeply moisturising it after some fun in the sun. Apply it in the morning to energize your skin or at night to beautify your tan and always to enjoy the exquisite fragrance of the Prodigieux perfume! The second product that was launched is the Moisturising Protective Milky Oil for Hair. Blended with sun and water flowers, the milky oil will hydrate your hair as well as protect it from UV rays, salt, chlorine, and other elements that attack and damage hair during the summer months. You can apply the oil on wet or dry hair, before and during its exposure to the sun, in order, to maximise the effects and enhance your colour.

Get ready to bathe in the sun with the Prodigieux Body Lotion here for £16.50 and Moisturising Protective Milky Oil for Hair here for £12.