Inner-Soul Organics Romance Me Oil

It is no secret that we love using body oils here at The Amazing Blog. Oils are very moisturising and nourishing in a way that lotions just cannot compete with. Whenever we find out about new oil products that look exciting, everyone scrambles to be the first one in the office to try it. We recently heard about a company called Inner-Soul Organics, whose founder is deeply knowledgeable about the power of oils and aromatherapy, and so we were excited to try out the Romance Me Oil.

Emma Coleman, the founder of Inner-Soul Organics believes that it is very important for our mind and soul to be connected with our outer bodies, which can be done through the use of aromatherapy and essential oils. All of Inner-Soul’s products have natural and organic ingredients like Omega Oils and Vitamins A, D, and E. The Romance Me skin oil is a blend from the Mind Body Soul range and is perfect for use at night and after a shower or bath.

It has Jojoba, Sesame, and Sweet Almond Oil to promote cell turnover and help with elasticity. Jasmine and Absolute Rose essential oils help to reduce skin imperfections and relax the mind and senses into a tranquil state. You will want to apply this on towel died skin, and pay special attention to areas with blemishes or scars. Because the ingredients are 100% natural, it absorbs into the skin very quickly and doesn’t leave any unpleasant textures. This is perfect for after a bath or shower, to calm the skin, and is great to use before bedtime, as the aroma is very relaxing. This is sure to become a staple product in your routine, and of course, one of your favourite oils.

To find out more about the Inner-Soul Organics Romance Me Oil, visit the website. The oil retails at £35.00 and can be teamed perfectly with other items in the Inner-Soul range. They have been very generous, and are giving all you lovely readers a 20% discount on Inner-Soul Organics products if you use the code AMAZING20 at the checkout.

Therapie - Himalayan Detox Bath Salts

I owe a big thank you to my dear friend Fiona at The Beauty Shortlist who yet again, first introduced me to another new brand Therapie  (in fact the Himalayan Detox Bath Salts won The Beauty Shortlist ‘Best Bath Salts 2013 Award’). So you can imagine how thrilled we were when they arrived at The Amazing Blog for us to try. We unanimously concluded that this is a very special brand indeed.  Michelle Roques O’Neil is the name behind the brand (and also hailed by Vogue as one of their top 10 aromatherapists) and what we love is that she is very passionate about all her products.

In fact, each of her products are lovingly hand-blended and designed to help us all create more ‘me time’. They are truly nurturing. Perfect for those of you, who like me, are time poor, on the go and constantly clock watching. When I first used these extraordinary Himalayan Detox  Bath Salts in my bath at the end of the day, I quite literally felt like I’d ‘washed away’ my everyday tensions and stress -  it was glorious. The pink mineral salts are instantly effective by drawing out physical toxins and helping your body find an equilibrium.  These Himalayan Detox Bath Salts contain a combination of genuine Himalayan Salts, Geranium, Rosewood, Patchouli, Lavender, Juniperberry Lemongrass, Grapefruit and powdered Amethyst. All of these ingredients are designed to work together balancing  pH levels and the positive and negative ions.  I also used these Detox Bath Salts in conjunction with the rather wonderful Cherish skin repair body serum  which Fiona from The Beauty Shortlist also recommended. It has an exotic sweet floral fragrance with Ylang Ylang paired with soft, green Rose Geranium illuminated with sweet fresh citrus notes and a dusky hint of Musk. It has revitalising, healing and skin boosting essential oils, all of which help to condition, repair and protect.  The end result is fabulously toned and lustrous skin. Totally delicious!

So, if you too have been run-ragged all week and are in need of some serious revitalisation then I cannot recommend these Therapie products highly enough. Each of Michelle Roques-O’Neil’s products are specifically developed for the body and you’re in for a big treat not only physically but also mentally. After just one bath and body treatment I promise that you’ll sleep like a baby! We are very fortunate to offer a limited time discount code for the Himalayan  Detox Salts 500gm pouch. Simply enter AMZ20 and receive 20% OFF the retail price. This discount begins today and is valid through the 30th of June. While the discount only applies to the 500gm pouch their other products are surely well worth the price. The Himalayan Detox Salts are also available in a stonking big 400ml jar for£35.00 and the Cherish Skin Repair Serum  is £42 for a generous  200ml bottle - both available here. 

MyChelle - Fabulous Eye Cream

As many of you will know from reading our blog we’re fans of the MyChelle brand and recently reviewed their  Deep Repair Cream. When it came to their other ‘hero’ product, it was a big toss-up as to who was going to review their  Fabulous Eye Cream. However, it was a case of ‘Age over Beauty’ and I insisted that my needs were far great than that of my dear young colleagues…

In my experience eye creams can either be too heavy and greasy or very light leaving an unsightly residue all around the eye area. Fabulous Eye Cream is neither. I’m pretty sceptical when it comes to eye creams and their ‘promise’. I’ve spent way too much money on creams that are (the above) or just don’t deliver. I’ve been using this Fabulous Eye Cream for over a month and a half now and find that this little tube goes a very long way – I’ve barely made a dent in it. The cream feels very luxurious and is immediately absorbed into my skin. It smells slightly floral but not overpowering.

MyChelle’s advanced formula is designed to nourish the delicate eye area. They claim that the Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem (Edelweiss Plant) Stem Cell Culture which inhibit collagen breakdown and are clinically proven to reduce wrinkle depth by 15% after only twenty days of use. It also contains the magical ingredient of Sodium Hyaluronate (L) (Hyaluronic Acid) - Hyaluronic Acid from mucopolysaccarides, which as we all know binds moisture within the skin, giving a smoothing and firming effect.  Other key ingredients are Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract an antioxidant, which improves collagen content, renews collagen related to weakened connective tissues, prevents scar tissue formation by slowing down excessive collagen production at wound sites; stimulating circulation and the oxygenation of skin tissues. And Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract which provides soothing and cooling effects to ease irritated skin, has been shown to be moisture-binding, moisture-regulating with softening properties, anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic, bleaching effects, which  improves flavonoid protections and nourishes the skin.

Well, yes I have noticed a difference, subtle but definitely a difference particularly the softening of lines around my eyes. What I particularly like is that this Fabulous Eye Cream is ‘natural’ with only naturally derived ingredients (definitely my thing…) I’ve also used it on my lip area at night and have seen a noticeable ‘smoothing’ in that area too. I’m surprisingly won over by this product and love the way it seems to be just lasting and lasting. While normally £19 for only 15ml we are lucky enough to offer a 50% discount! For the next month simply(ENDS 6nd June 2013) enter AMAZING50 upon checkout and receive this incredible deal. It truly woks out to be a great value for the money. Recommended!

Pure Spain

You may be able to tell from the amount of posts dedicated to food recently that the team at Amazing PR are not your typical lettuce nibbling beauty/fashion darlings and we pride ourselves on finding out about and enjoying good food. One of my favourite cuisines has to be Spanish and with the weather heating up I’ve found myself dreaming of long lunches spent sharing delicious plates of tapas and of course enjoying a few glasses of vino. In an attempt to satisfy my cravings I’ve been searching for authentic Spanish products however was having little luck until I discovered Pure Spain. Pure Spain is an online family-run business who source Spanish delicacies from small businesses who produce high quality goods that are only available from Spain. The people at Pure Spain are passionate about all things Spanish and wanted to bring the authentic flavour of Spain and make it available over here at the click of a button. One of our favourite products is the Naturvie Olive Jam made from manzanilla olives which is delicious simply spread on fresh bread or used as a chutney with cheese or meats. It also has the foodies seal of approval and won a Gold Award at the Great Taste Awards last year.

Also on offer are a wide range of olive oils, authentic Spanish hams, cheeses, seafood, wine and everything you need to create delicious tapas or traditional paella including the paella pans themselves. For those in need of some inspiration they also have a number of delicious recipes to create some authentic Spanish dishes such as Gambas al ajillo and Tortilla Primavera.

The lovely people at Pure Spain have kindly given all our readers a discount offer code which will give you a 10% discount on your first online order at www.purespain.co.uk and applies to all products. Just type in SPAIN to receive your discount.

I am usually quite the workout fanatic, back in the States I would wake up every morning at 6:30am to go to the gym. Since arriving in London, I have slacked off heavily and have been gaining a few pounds here and there. So, when my housemate asked me if I wanted to join her at a Bikram Yoga class, I jumped at the opportunity. Plus, there is a beginner’s deal currently on at HOTBIKRAMYOGA located in Fulham and Balham which is just £15 for 10 consecutive days!

I had participated in yoga before, usually putting on some jogging bottoms and a T-shirt. I knew that wouldn’t be the right attire for a 44°C stale room and I got a bit nervous about what would be appropriate. I ended up wearing a swimsuit top and some leggings, but soon realized I had made the wrong decision. I soon discovered my swimsuit top was not designed to cover someone in the midst of complicated yoga positions. The leggings I wore were ones I use on a daily basis and they were a horribly hot and sticky material. As soon as I got home, I started searching the internet for yoga clothing that would also work for Bikram.

I came across Asquith London, an online yoga and Pilates clothing boutique. They specialize in the finest organic and bamboo clothing, making sure every piece is ethically produced. I called them straight away and spoke with Alice Asquith herself! She was more than willing to help me in my desperation. Not only did she tell me the best types of clothing to buy, she gave me her Top 5 Tips for yoga clothing;

Top 5 Tips for Yoga Clothing

• Loose versus fitted- It all has to do with what you prefer. When in a dynamic practice session, it is usually better to wear more fitted clothing (legging, Capri, bootleg) so the fabric is out of the way. In a gentle practice, loose fitting clothing is nice for a bit of relaxation and comfort (foldover or drawstring trousers)

• Natural Fabrics- Feeling good while practicing yoga is important. If you have a positive outlook of yourself, you will have a positive practice. Asquith’s Certified Organic and bamboo fabrics are not only great for the environment, but they also feel soft and luxurious against the skin.

• Tops- You want to be comfortable doing stretches and moving into different poses while practicing yoga. Make sure your top is long enough to cover your midriff if this is a problem area!

• Cover Ups- When going to and from yoga practice, you may want to have a cover up over your yoga clothing (I’ve noticed people in London stare if you’re in gym clothing while in public). Asquith offers super stylish wrap cardigans and funnel neck zip tops.

• Quality- If you attend yoga practice regularly, you’ll want to have a few outfits. With the sweating that happens in Bikram, you’ll have to wash these clothes constantly. You want clothing that is sustainable, that won’t bobble, fade, or shrink.

Alice explained that because the bamboo plant does not need any fertilizers and is seldom eaten by pests, it is antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-static, making it a great material for  the skin. It is also very breathable and able to change temperatures due to the micro-gaps and micro-holes that are inherent to the bamboo fibre. When it is warm, the material is naturally cool to the touch and vice versa in cooler weather.   Bamboo is a naturally durable material and can also absorb an extraordinary amount of water, which then evaporates quickly. This makes it perfect for the challenging conditions of  Bikram Yoga and I can’t wait to try it out myself!

With these tips in mind, Alice suggested the best pieces to wear for Bikram would be the Bamboo Tie Pants and a Bamboo Strappy Top.

For those of you who want to get your hands on these fabulous items from Asquith London, they are offering Amazing PR readers an exclusive offer! Just go to www.asquithlondon.com, choose your favourite items and make sure to type in AMAZING20 into the promotional code box to receive your 20% discount until May 1^st!

www.hotbikramyoga.co.uk

www.asquithlondon.com

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