Almond and Cherry Body Milk and Shower Gel – Korres

Here at The Amazing Blog, we love to treat our skin to luxuriously scented, natural body products. That is why we love Korres’ Almond Cherry Showergel and Body Milk: the perfect pair to result in skin that is soft and sweet smelling.

Both products from Korres are developed from natural ingredients and are free of parabens, mineral oils and other nasties often found in skin care products. The Almond Cherry Showergel is enriched with wheat-proteins, to maintain skin health and hydration, and Althea extract, to soothe dry and irritated skin. Use in the shower on wet skin to develop a creamy lather before washing off, ready to follow with the Body Milk. The Almond Cherry Body Milk containing Almond oil, Aloe and provitamin B, moisturises and increases skin elasticity, leaving skin feeling smooth. The packaging features gorgeous designs in rich cherry red and cream, alluding to the luxury and quality of the product inside.

Enrobe yourself in the heavenly scent of almond and cherry with Korres, available online through Debenhams with the Showergel here for £8 and the Body Milk here for £10.

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.

Korres - Party Survival Kit

Here at The Amazing Blog, we love a good night out as much as the next person. Sadly, our skin tends to disagree, and often looks tired after a night on the tiles. Thankfully, Korres understands our dilemma, and they have put together a Party Survival Kit, containing everything you need to pamper your skin after a few too many drinks and not quite enough sleep.

Inside the colourful kit you'll find a range of wonderful Korres products, including their Wild Rose Cream, White Tea Facial Gel Cleanser, Aloe and Dittany Shampoo, Guava Shower Gel and Basil Lemon Body Milk. The party perfect products are designed to delicately cleanse and moisturise your body, skin and hair so you look great despite the toll that an active nightlife may have on your appearance. All of the products in the set are travel-sized but deliver big results, so they’re ideal for mini-breaks as well as party-hopping evenings. 

Favourites in the office include the Facial Gel Cleanser, which helped to clear away all of the grime and impurities that our skin had picked up during the evening. The Basil Lemon Body Milk is also a wonderful way to soothe tired skin and give it a boost of energy after a long night.

Perfectly designed for party people, avid travellers and skincare junkies, get your hands on this set here for £19 and help your skin to survive the night.

Lara's Christmas Wish List

Christmas is just around the corner, and if you’re still sorting out your Christmas shopping, fear not, as I have a few suggestions sure to please over the festive season. From perfume to chocolate, we here at The Amazing Blog have a few ideas for everyone.

Perfume is such a thoughtful gift for friends or family, and I really love those fresh, universal scents that suit any personality. One that I’d be thrilled to see in my stocking is St Kitts Herbery’s new Bergamot Perfume. The musky scent contains base notes of patchouli and amber, as well as orange and, of course, bergamot. The beautiful fragrance actually makes a great unisex aroma, one that I’d happily gift to someone special, whether male or female. The perfume is available to buy here for £24.95.

It’s also the time of year to immerse yourself in gift sets, and Korres offer some great selections. In particular, their Wild Rose Brightening Collection is a great introduction to the brand, and a wonderful present for any budding skincare enthusiasts. Consisting of the brand’s signature Wild Rose 24H Moisturising & Brightening Cream, and the new Wild Rose Advanced Repair Sleeping Facial, this limited edition set smells divine, and is great for keeping your face moisturised during the colder months. The set is available to buy here for only £10, making it a fantastic stocking filler.

Of course, everyone loves tasty treats, and InSpiral have just the thing to keep your friends and family happy this Christmas. Their Goji & Purple Corn Raw Superfood Truffles are absolutely delicious, with their melt in the mouth texture being just like a decadent chocolate brownie, only with a lot more health benefits. The raw vegan treats contain cashews and are coated in wonderful coconut flakes, ideal for sharing with your loved ones, although I found it difficult not to eat the lot myself! You can buy them in packs of 4 here for £3.95. We only wish they came in a bigger size!

There's nothing better than curling up and keeping warm after a long day. And Christmas is the perfect time to sit around family and friends, sipping on a hot drink or two. The East India Company offer a wonderful selection of winter beverages, perfect for buying to share this Christmas, or for gifting to someone who loves a good cuppa. The brand offers a wide selection of Christmas drinks, including Spiced Chai Drinking Chocolate and Christmas Tea. My personal favourite was Christmas Coffee; a delicious blend of hazelnut, chocolate and cinnamon, I'd be happy to sip on this seasonal delight all year round. The Christmas Coffee is available to buy here for £12.95, as well as the rest of the brand's festive infusions.

Hopefully, you'll find something to suit all in this festive gift guide. Happy shopping, and Merry Christmas.

Korres Santorini Vine Body Milk & Showergel

It’s all Greek to me! Here at The Amazing Blog we are so excited to use our new Korres products, straight from the beautiful islands of Greece.

All of the Korres skin products avoid the use of chemical substances like mineral oils, silicones, parabens, and propylene glycol, so we can use them with a clear conscience. Instead, they are all made of natural ingredients like medicinal herbs, Greek flora, natural actives and using renewable energy. They offer products for many different uses, including hair, skin, and fragrance. We tried out the Korres Santorini Showergel and Vine Body Milk. The Showergel is a lovely, all over body product with a gorgeous aroma of white grape and sea spray that fills the bathroom with it's relaxing scent. This can then be followed up, post shower with the Body Milk.The combination of almond oil, active aloe, provitamin B5 and shea butter provides long-lasting hydration while enhancing skin suppleness. It has a fresh, fruity scent of blossoming Greek vineyards that will make you feel like you are in the Mediterranean. So, when I reach for the body milk after enjoying the showergel, it's nice to get the feeling of being whisked away on a mini Greek vacation in a bottle. Also, the Body Milk is able to provide your skin with plenty of moisture without making it feel greasy.

Purchase your Korres Santorini Vine Body Milk here from their UK distributor for £10 and the Santorini Vine Showergel here for £8, and other Korres products here.