Irish Cream Liqueur - Coole Swan

The holiday season may be over but here at the Amazing Blog we are carrying on the festivities with a few glasses of Coole Swan. It is a unique cream liqueur that blends Irish Single Malt Whiskey, Fresh Irish Cream and White Belgian Chocolate. This is a very special combination indeed and certainly not just your run-of-the-mill whisky and cream liqueur. The result is a luxuriously smooth and original taste that frankly we cannot get enough of.

Coming from a long line of farmers, the founders of Coole Swan set out to create the finest tasting liqueur using fresh cream produced on their own farm at Tatestown, County Meath. The brand pride themselves on gathering the highest quality ingredients from the most trusted of sources. Coole Swan draws a line between traditional Irish drinks and a modern twist - producing a flavour that is silky, smooth and delicious.

We highly recommend visiting their website to try out some of the suggested recipes that they have created. We made the dessert Coole Swan Tiramisu and a few of the cocktails like the Perfect White Russian and minty The Green Avenue both guaranteed to get the party started!

We loved the elegant and beautiful trademark packaging that comes with the product, and it would make a fantastic gift or party staple. Served best in a frosted glass of ice, you will love the experience of Coole Swan's rich scent and nutty tones, enhanced by the triple distilled Irish Malt Whiskey.

 Coole Swan is just too good to be missed - buy it here from £6.73 to £29.00.

Eyelash Feature - Friday Favourites

At the Amazing Blog, we all agree that the one makeup staple that gives us the biggest transformation is mascara. The products we can use on our lashes can make a huge difference in how our eyes and overall makeup looks. We decided to gather our favourite products that can make our eyes pop and stand out from the crowd.

First up is Foltène’s Eyelash and Eyebrow Treatment. This little wonder is a treatment which is designed to strengthen and restructure fragile and damaged lashes. Regular use of makeup, external aggressors, and stress can all contribute to a weakening of eyelashes. Foltène created this treatment using their patented active ingredient Tricossacaride, which has growth stimulating and strengthening properties that help to provide hydration and elasticity to unhappy lashes.

There are no parabens, mineral oil, silicones or paraffin wax, which is a huge bonus for us. Additionally, the Eyelash & Eyebrow Treatment is ideal for sensitive eyes and for those wearing contact lenses, as it has been ophthalmologically tested.

The product is simple to use, you need to apply the treatment to the lashes in the morning and evening at the end of your routine. Take care to use it on the thinnest and smallest lashes that are hard to reach, as these are the ones that need the most assistance. Another brilliant aspect of this product is that you can also use it on your brows, resulting in healthier and fuller eyebrows. This treatment from Foltène will leave you with longer, stronger, and more beautiful eyelashes and eyebrows.

If your eyelashes have been damaged by products in the past then this is the ideal treatment to get those beautiful fluttery lashes back. Buy Foltène’s Eyelash and Eyebrow Treatment here for £14.95.

Up next is Eye of Horus’ newest product, the Bio Lash Lifting Mascara. We were excited to try this new offering from the brand, as it boasts to be 100% vegan and 98% organic. We were initially skeptical about how effective such a natural product could be but the results are fantastic. The formula is made with botanicals such as marine algae and plant-derived collagen. The mascara also contains Omega 9, Vitamin E, and Castor Seed Oil, resulting in healthy and nourished lashes. The natural ingredients mean that this product is suitable for the most sensitive eyes and can be enjoyed by all.

This mascara from Eye of Horus has been designed to add length, volume, and nourishment to lashes – the ultimate trio for great looking lashes. The double-sided comb brush is easy to use and combs with ease through the lashes, providing lift and volume.

If you are looking for a new mascara made with organic and vegan ingredients, but won’t compromise on quality then try Eye of Horus’ Bio Mascara. You can buy it here for £19.00

False lashes taking too much time in your beauty routine? We at The Amazing Blog know the struggle, which is why we were so excited to try the Nuvega Lash Revitalisation Serum.

Eyelash revitalising serums have been around for a while, however most use controversial ingredients which are not vegan or environmentally friendly. Nuvega is a German company that uses vegan ingredients, combining the science behind lash growth with vegan and natural production, allowing the vegan market to try this new beauty revolution. 
 
The product claims to stimulate the eyelash hair follicles as well as nourishing the hair follicles at the same time. When we tried the serum we were impressed with how easy it is to apply. We used the thin wand within the package to sweep the serum over like an eyeliner. Only a thin amount is needed, and the product should be applied over all the hairs on both the top and bottom lashes. The product is easy enough to add into a daily beauty routine, and we found the price is reasonable due to its high quality and solid results. The box has clear instructions on how to use the product, making the whole process very easy and fool-proof.
 
Grow your lashes and banish the need for falsies - the Nuvega Lash Revitalising Serum can be purchased online here for £71.75.

No eyelash feature would be complete without adding some fake eyelashes. These are a sure-fire way to add some glamour and oomph to any look. We love the selection from Pinky Goat - they are a unique brand with a large range of false lashes for both makeup artists and anyone with a love for voluminous eyes. Don’t just take it from us – Pure Beauty voted them Best New Brand of the Year.

We tried many different and exciting falsies from the brand, however our favourites were from the Deluxe 3D Silk Collection. The lashes in this collection are cruelty free and light-weight, with a thin cotton band for a luxurious feel. These lashes add intense volume and lengthen the look of your eyelashes, and can last an amazing 15 uses. You can use Pinky Goat’s exclusive GLUEME Lash Adhesive and Gold Lash Applicator as well for perfect results.

This range alone has 9 styles to choose from, so there are many options for whatever look you’re going for. We loved Mayar from the collection, the lashes were voluminous but understated enough to look elegant and life-like.

To take your lashes to the next level, try Pinky Goat’s 3D Silk Collection False Lashes. You can purchase them here for £21.00.

Millionaire Hair Mist - JKB Argent

Here at The Amazing Blog, we are always look for treatments that can revitalise our hair. Winter can be harsh on us and particularly our hair, making it look tired and dull. Thanks to JKB Argent, we have found a way to make our locks bright and shiny again with the Millionaire Hair Mist.

The Millionaire Hair Mist is a fantastic and natural product; it is pure and organic with 99% natural ingredients. After research, JKB Argent came to the conclusion that oil is a superpower in regard to nourishing hair, therefore they created Millionaire Hair Mist. The only product by the brand, the spray is made out of plant and essential oils. Organic aloe vera, blackcurrant and pomegranate extracts, argan and castor oils, and ginger and sage essential oils are blended together to create a beautiful fragrance and a natural remedy to your hair.

This nourishing oil mist is paraben and sulphate free. The Millionaire Hair Mist is an innovative haircare product which can be used on any type of hair, and can be sprayed onto damp or dry hair. The spray will moisturise, soften, and strengthen the hair cuticle from the inside out. There are no instructions on how often to use, but we recommend to use regularly after washing your hair.  We love that it does not leave your hair greasy but glossy, shiny, and full of life.

Find your light finishing spray Millionaire Hair Mist from JKB Argent here for £35.00.

Bronzing Ball - Madame La La

At the Amazing Blog we are fans of the bronzed look, and that’s why we were really excited to try the new Bronzing Ball from Madame La La.

What we like the most about this product is how easy it is to apply on to your face. The 180° dome applicator and its creamy texture allows you to effortlessly glide the ball along all the places where the sun would normally hit your skin.  This way, you won't need make-up brushes to bronze, contour, strobe or highlight your face, just use your fingertips to blend in the product. The Bronzing Ball also is the ideal travel size to carry around with you, so perfect for whenever you feel like adding a little touch of the 'LA glow' to your look.

This vegan multi-tasking bronzer will not dry your skin out as sometimes happens with other bronzing powders. Your skin will feel hydrated and smooth when using it. This is due to its formula infused with Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects and repairs dry skin, and coco water, known for its hydrating and moisturising properties. As for the colour, you can build it up depending on the shade of sunkissed tan that you wish to achieve.

For your Bronzing Ball at £14.00, see here to get that special holiday bronzed glow.

Skin Accumax - Advanced Nutrition Programme

Here at The Amazing Blog, we strive to have healthy and beautiful looking skin all year round. The International Institute for Anti-Ageing has discovered a way to help maximise the effects of anti-ageing with their skincare supplements. They’ve created a brand, Advanced Nutrition Programme,  which has unique and exceptional products all designed to work from the inside out.

The Advanced Nutrition Programme has a wide range of skincare products, and we were lucky enough to receive their hero supplement which is the Skin AccumaxTM and contains a super-high concentration of active ingredients for people prone to problem complexion. The sachet includes 180 capsules, which are full of vitamins and phytonutrients for your skin. They suggest taking 1 or 2 capsules a day for at least 14 weeks which will feed your skin with Vitamin A, C and E, these nutrients when combined work effectively together and are more efficient than when taken individually. These vitamins also act with an incredible ingredient called DIM, which is a clever plant compound that has been patented.  

These supplements come in sachets of 60, 120, or 180 capsules and are formulated with nutrients that contribute to the maintenance of normal skin and collagen formation. It is recommended that you start with two capsules twice a day for at least 14 weeks to get maximum results. There are a variety of different skincare supplements in the range which are all unisex and targeting certain skincare needs with a variety of vitamins and minerals. 

Unlock the secret of glowing skin straight from the scientists; you can purchase Skin AccumaxTM capsules from Advanced Nutrition Programme here for £85 for 180 capsules.