Travel Set - Friday Favourites

Finally, it’s the summer holiday! We have waited the whole year for this moment. Yet, here at the Amazing Blog, summer doesn’t mean it is time for us to slack off. That’s why we have compiled a special collection of products for you that we think are absolute essentials for your summer holiday.

We know that at the beginning of summer all anyone can think about is getting that perfect tan but your skin has yet to see the sun. For that reason, we were really excited to discover Marc Inbane’s glamorous Travel Set, which includes a luxury hand-made clutch, a natural tanning spray of 50ml, and a kabuki brush. The brush is included to make the application process of the spray tan easier, especially when applying it to the contours of your face.

For your convenience, the tanning spray is fast-drying and leaves no marks or streaks. It is also safe to use frequently so that you can maintain your golden skin for however long you please. Another great trait is that it is enriched with nourishing vegetable-based ingredients, such as, Aloë Vera and Ginkgo. However, the highlight of this travel set is the astounding brush, designed by a team of leading professional make-up artists, that everyone passionate about beauty needs to own. It is suitable for all skin types, does not lose its bristles, and is multifunctional i.e. you can apply foundation with it too. Look bikini ready before you’ve even been in one with this tanning travel set for £32.50 here.

Who wants to pay for overweight-luggage? No one! Take some weight off your luggage by travelling with the ‘Holiday in Greece’ travel set from Korres, which is suitable for cabin luggage too. The set includes two unique shower gels, one with a Basil Lemon scent, and the other Guava Guayaba. These gels have a long-lasting moisturising affect, as they contain wheat proteins that create a defensive film on the skin. 

There is also two moisturising body milks with the same scents that are enriched with vitamins and skin energy boosting agents. Finally, to top it all off there is one gentle, Aloë and Ditanny, shampoo for normal hair that is suitable for everyday use.

Try the ‘Holiday in Greece’ set here for £19.

After you’ve applied your fresh new tan, you cannot just neglect the part of you that everybody can always see: Your hands! Thankfully, we came across the Lily of the Valley manicure collection from Heathcote & Ivory that comes with a full-sized hand cream, cuticle cream, and a nail file. Not to mention the cute keepsake tin that all the products come in. 

All the products included in this set have no artificial colours and are paraben free. With the crisp, sweet pea-citrus scent inspired by romance, this manicure collection has a seamless summery smell perfect for when you are on holiday.

Achieve a flawless manicure for £11 here.

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.

Candle Feature - Friday Favourites

We at The Amazing Blog love nothing more than relaxing at home surrounded by wonderful aromas. There are all kinds of ways to achieve this, including diffusers, aromatherapy oils, and room sprays, but nothing is more satisfying than lighting a fresh candle. Now that we’re approaching spring, it’s time to switch to some new fresh, rejuvenating scented candles. Here’s a few of our favourites!

This Morris & Co. Golden Lily Scented Candle by Heathcote & Ivory is the perfect way to brighten up your home. The beautiful blue bespoke glass is patterned with a traditional floral Morris & Co. design that will look absolutely stunning on your bedside table. This gorgeous candle features notes of Tangerine, Cedarwood, and Bergamot, and will burn for up to 50 hours!

Pick up the delightfully citrusy candle here for £22.

Breathing in the scents of the Sperience Aromatherapy Candle Vitality by Germaine de Capuccini is a truly relaxing and soothing experience. Made with 100% pure essential oils, this candle is infused with scents of Mandarin, Nutmeg, Lime, and Lemon to create a full spa experience for up to 40 hours of burn time. The stylish frosted glass and box make it a perfect present for a loved one or a treat for yourself!

Revitalise the mind, body, and spirit with the Sperience Aromatherapy Candle Vitality here for £27.35.

The brand-new Cloudburst scented candle by La Montaña is reminiscent of the Spanish mountainside after a summer rainstorm. The dewy, fresh fragrance features notes of from herb gardens mingling with fresh citruses, along with the enticing scent of wild mountain fennel and rockrose. This gorgeous candle will burn for at least 40 hours, leaving your home smelling like mountain mist.

Close your eyes and let the scents of nature envelope you with the Cloudburst scented candle by La Montaña here for £35.

Want your home to smell luxurious? Then try Natural Soy Candle by ARK Skincare. British beauty brand ARK Skincare launches a new collection of luxury home fragrance products this month, designed to reflect the elegance and serenity of the ARK London Spa. A sensuous fragrance of sun-drenched Fig balanced with a breeze of sparkling citrus. Softly reveals a delicate heart of soothing Rose and calming Geranium to balance your mood for blissful tranquillity. The cocooning scent is harmonized with soothing base notes of earthy woods and warm Amber. The 100% Soy Wax Candle is hand poured in the UK and it can burn up to 50 hours.

 The heavenly scent of Fig, Geranium and Rose can be enjoyed even when unlit for £37, here.

Lychee Sorbet Collection by Heathcote & Ivory for Accessorize

After a harsh, cold bout of weather, our hands and lips are still feeling a bit worse for wear as spring arrives. Here at The Amazing Blog, we know it’s important to protect them, so we’re excited to treat them to Lychee Sorbet – Travel Hand Creams and Lip Balm by Heathcote & Ivory for Accessorize.

Formulated with Shea Butter, Beeswax, Vitamin E, Cocoa Butter and Coconut Oil, the Lychee Sorbet Travel Hand Cream has a pleasant, rich, and smooth texture that doesn’t leave a greasy film on the skin. Our hands feel moisturised and deeply nourished with a sensation of freshness and suppleness to our skin all day long. We especially love the fruity fragrance of Blossom, Lily, Amber and Sweet Orange, which reminds us that after winter comes springtime. Another bonus is the lovely packaging accessorised with a clip to personalise bags, belts, wallets or pencil cases; the handy size is just so convenient! The Lip Balm is also great for protecting our lips. Rich in protective Beeswax, hydrating Coconut oil, and cooling Menthol, it leaves a shiny gloss finish and an impressive sensation of freshness a long time after its application. The rich texture also gives us fuller lips.

Grab the Lychee Sorbet Travel Hand Creams here for £8 and the Lychee Sorbet Lip Balm here for £5.

Heathcote & Ivory – Kaffe Fasset Body Wash and Lotion

For one day only, here at The Amazing Blog, our office has become an enchanted garden. Thanks to Heathcote & Ivory, the Kaffe Collection has filled the room with the heavenly scent of summer, perfect for a grey dreary day like today.

We adore everything about it. It's only October and the sky might be a bit dull but the fruity and flowery scent of this body wash let our minds travel to a colourful and happy place. It’s not usual to see a packaging like the Kaffe Fasset one; the floral pattern is literally a feast for your eyes. Bright and vivid colours cover the box and the bottle gives an idea of what's inside. The Body Wash contains a bouquet of Orange Blossom, Bergamot and Oleander mixed with Black Pepper and Cornflower, and will leave your skin soft as a rose without using parabens or sulfates.

The Kaffe Fasset Body Lotion is what you really need to keep smelling good until night and double the treatment. We couldn’t help but spreading it on hands and arms all day as the effects on the skin are astonishing. Heathcote & Ivory’s lotion - we like to call it a potion - doesn’t grease,  and is very light despite its deep hydrating action and absorbs quickly.
After a while, we also noticed the scent on our skin changes; crispy and almost salty as the sea at the beginning, it gets fruitier and more sweet after a while.

Dreaming of a private, secret garden? Buy Kaffe body wash and lotion for £12 here, where you can also find, from the same collection, hand cream and cute scented drawer liners for £10.