Vinyl flooring for all occasions

Your home is no doubt the centre of all the biggest life events that go on over the years. When special occasions arrive, all we want to do is celebrate, be with family and have fun. However, that can be a challenge if you find yourself constantly worrying about cleaning up after any big event. 

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With the help of modern manufacturing technology, vinyl flooring can offer you peace of mind in this circumstance, so you can relax and treasure those special days.

Celebrations galore

In an economy where the price of a decent celebratory meal and drinks makes you think about taking out a loan, many people are opting to host their events at home. The problem is that fixtures and fittings can get damaged and sometimes that damage cannot be fixed. 

The best vinyl flooring will offer you multiple defence properties such as Scratch Guard technology and moisture resistance. Meaning that if your celebrations are likely to leave behind a mess of spilled food and drink, your flooring is the best place it could land. No liquids can seep into vinyl flooring and no marks from broken glass or crockery will be made. Breathe a sigh of relief and know that your flooring will be safe from your party guests.

Winding down

Another great use for vinyl flooring is to when you want to create a specific feng sui. For example, the bathroom can be made into your own Thai spa thanks to the luxurious vinyl textures of stone and wood, which when installed in a neutral colour will help to calm and soothe you at the end of a long hard day.

Family get togethers

During seasons such as Christmas, a cosier and more warming environment is more appealing that large open spaces. Luckily, vinyl flooring has plenty of oak vinyl planks which can immediately offer your space a feeling of togetherness. For the best way to make large spaces feel quainter, try oak in burgundy, mahogany, or a wine-red shade, all which will look brilliant under a Christmas tree or fairy lights.

What is even better is that if you have your family staying over the festive seasons, don’t worry about a noisy house because the layers of vinyl flooring work to soften the sound of the contact between the flooring and soles of shoes, so you can still enjoy a good night’s sleep after full day of company.

Make vinyl flooring a permanent guest in your home

As you can see vinyl flooring has a lot to offer, and it offers next to nothing in return. It’s cheaper than authentic woods, slate or stone and only needs a simple brush and mop to keep it looking brand new. The only problematic thing is where to start looking?

Amtico offers a fabulous selection of vinyl flooring which contains all the great features we have just explored. Signature Woods, Spacia and Abstract show true diversity in styling patterns and domestic flooring capabilities. Luvanto can deliver you the option to uniquely design your flooring using style patterns through their Parquet, Endure Pro and Click and Herringbone ranges.

From wedding receptions to a night in with your other half, vinyl flooring can set the mood for you and give you more time to enjoy the moment.

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Bodhi & Birch Tomato Seed Cleansing Oil

Anyone who knows me will know just how much I adore tomatoes, for me, the scent of them growing is one of life's pleasures and there isn't a year that goes by that I don't grow my own, in fact, this year, we have managed to plant a whole host of veggies, but perhaps that is for a different blog post.  The fabulous Elijah, from Bodhi & Birch, who make some of the most amazing products, kindly sent me the Tomato Seed Cleansing Oil and wow!

As with all products from Bodhi & Birch, they look just stunning and I so luxurious when sitting on your shelf, though admittedly, this beauty has not been sitting still for that long! The Tomato Seed Cleansing Oil is part of the Superfoods Series which makes them mixable, multi-use, essential oil-free skincare featuring potent superfood ingredients and pure natural minerals.

This Cleansing Oil is described as being a gentle cleanser that is packed with a whole list of incredible ingredients. For me, the joy of using a product is understanding what ingredients it uses and why they are used - whether it is an essential oil, Hyaluronic Acid or even a Retinol, I want to know what its purpose is and why I should be using it on my skin. It will come as no surprise that making an appearance within this oil is Organic Tomato Seed Oil. Tomato Seed Oil is packed with Vitamin E, antioxidants, minerals and phytosterols. On the skin, these all help to smooth out fine lines and diminish age spots to give the skin that fresh glow. However, it also helps to promote the quick healing of scars. Further ingredients within this cleansing oil include:

• Organic Plum Kernel Oil - This is so incredibly nourishing and rich in oleic acid, linoleic acid vitamin E, B and pro-vitamin B5. With its ability to also moisturise, protect and support the health of your skin, Plum Kernal Oil has a scent you might not be expecting to find associated with it and that an almond marzipan scent, which whilst I hate Marzipan as food (it is vile so don't @ me), I absolutely adore its scent.
• Organic Rosehip Oil - One of my favourite oils to use on my skin and it is which is known for its skin regenerative, softening and moisturising properties. It is also said that Rosehip Oil helps and is proven to decrease signs of premature skin ageing and thanks to its broad spectrum of essential fatty acids and vitamins help the skin against surface blemishes, skin pigmentation and it also helps with restoring the skin back to its radiant youthful glow.
• Organic Pomegranate Seed Oil - Helps to fight free radicals as well to add protection against sun damage. Used because it helps to fend off free radicals to keep skin ageing at bay as well as providing protection against sun damage. This oil also contains punicic acid which is a unique omega 5 fatty acid which acts as an anti-inflammatory. This oil also has the ability to stimulate the production of keratin which in turn strengthens the skin.
• Organic Cranberry Seed Oil - High in the Vitamins of A, C, E and K which together work to improve the firmness and elasticity of the skin. Powerful antioxidants and phytosterols work to protect the skin from free radical damage,, before Omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids help keep skin feeling hydrated.
• Organic Camellia Oil - This is a cold-pressed oil from the seeds of the tea plant and in turn is a rich source of Omega 3, 6 and 9 which along with Vitamin E works to deeply moisturise the skin to leave it feeling soft, smooth and looking radiant.

What I love, despite all of these oils playing their part within the cleanser, is that on the skin, you don't have a heavy product, it is much more lightweight than you expect, but still does an amazing job at cleaning the skin.

As you can see, the cleansing oil is bright tomato orange and on the skin, it actually doesn't turn you into an Oompa Loompa, but, I would advise you to use a darker cloth to wipe your face with because it does stain white muslin cloths. That aside, my skin absolutely loves this cleanser, it is calming and soothing and does an incredible job at removing pretty much everything in its path and for those of you, like me who love to double cleanse, then this is a great product to start with.

When I apply this oil, I do so using my hands by warming, as advised, 4 to 6 pumps between palms and then gently massage into skin.  As I massage the oil onto my skin, my cloth to remove is sitting in a sink of hot water and then, using the steamy cloth, I place it over my face for a minute or two before gently removing the cleansing oil. It is such a treat every time I use the cleansing oil because the scent is one that I can identify with reference to freshly growing tomatoes in the greenhouse, so with it comes that earthy scent that I just adore and there is just a slight hint of fruitiness, which is unsurprising given the other oils that are used.

I was also kindly gifted a Bodhi & Birch Cleansing Cloth with this oil (£15) and it is described as being a luxuriously soft organic cotton cleansing cloth specifically designed for use in the Superfoods Series cleansing ritual.

What makes this cloth all the more special is that they have been crocheted by hand and it is so soft and smooth and just an absolute delight to use. It also works really well with the oil and it doesn't show any of the stains that I found on my white muslin cloths.  I have also washed this cloth 5-6 times now and as you can see, it looks just as good above as it does when it first arrived (first pic) because I have followed the washing instructions by Bodhi and Birch.

You can find out more about the Bodhi & Birch Superfood series online and see what other products are within the series, for me, this Cleansing Oil has been an absolute delight to use and I love, having now read further about the range, that it can be used with others in the collection.

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Marks & Spencer Summer Beauty bag

Marks & Spencer has really upped their Beauty game over the last few years, with new products such as their Apothecary range and some big brands such as Pixi and Emma Hardie now shoppable, my nearest Beauty Hall is a dream to wander around and browse. Right now, M&S has launched their Summer Beauty Bag and with contents worth over £110 it is worth having a look at.

Priced at £15, you get 11 products but as always there is a slight catch - you do need to spend £25 across clothing, home and beauty to get it. Now that is really easy to do and a great treat when you stock up on some favourites.

Inside the bag you will find:

• Nuxe Sun Melting Cream SPF50 30ml - A high-protection fondant cream with anti-ageing cellular protection. It helps limit the appearance of dark spots, too – perfect for fair skin and sensitive areas.
• REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic 50ml - An effective skin-resurfacing toner to exfoliate and brighten your complexion, gentle enough for daily use. I have a full review of this product on my blog.
• Full Size Pure Super Hydrate Day Cream SPF15 - A lightweight day cream that moisturises for 12 hours thanks to its nourishing natural ingredients. Made in the UK, it’s non-greasy, hydrating and helps protect your skin from the sun’s rays
• Full Size Sun Smart After Sun Face Mask - Hydrate and nourish sun-exposed skin, leaving it feeling soft, supple and smooth. Formulated to deliver instant benefits, such as peeling prevention and a prolongued tan
• Color Wow Color Security Conditioner Mini 75ml - The ideal partner to Color Security Shampoo – smoothes, detangles and hydrates colour-treated hair
• Color Wow Color Security Conditioner Mini 75ml - The ideal partner to Color Security Shampoo – smoothes, detangles and hydrates colour-treated hair
• Full Size Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen - An incredibly long-wearing gel eye pencil that glides on and stays in place all day long. I have a full review of this product here on my blog.
• Full Size Autograph Colour Shine Lip Lacquer - An ultra-shine formula with cushioning technology to make lips appear fuller
• Seasalt & Freesia Perfume 10ml - Wonderfully refreshing, this sea salt & freesia eau de toilette has a lovely citrus and floral scent

Plus to keep everything in, you also get the Transparent pink cosmetic bag, which is described as being practical and pretty to carry your summer beauty essentials in style in this easy-to-clean pouch.

I would love to know what you think to this offer - it is 

available right now.

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Laboratorio Olfattivo Nun Eau De Parfum

Working from home might mean I am not wearing office attire every single day, but I am still functioning as a human being and getting dressed as though I am going to work, even though that means moving from the bed to the sofa with my laptop.  One product I wear daily is perfume, it is almost a robotic action after getting dressed and completing my skincare routine.  New to my collection is a fragrance I had never come across until it was kindly sent to me and I absolutely adore it. Meet Laboratorio Olfattivo Nun.

Laboratorio Olfattivo was born in 2009 when Daniela Caon and Roberto Drago’s love for niche perfumes. Fast forward to 2020 and there is now a collection of Eau de Parfum, Room Fragrances, soaps, sample kits, toiletry collections and more besides.

Like all fragrances, they are created to tell a story, usually through their notes and brand history. This one is no different.  

By this palindrome word, the Ancient Egyptian meant the primordial water, in other words the God Nun. According to the legend, this water gave birth to the Lotus, a flower which was used to hide into the water during the night, to open up again at the sunshine. While blossoming out the flower revealed the Sun God Atum. Hence the symbolism of the Sun God, of rebirth.

This fragrance arises from the Nun and opens up at the sunshine, while its scented molecules spread out into the air. It’s a tribute to this iconic, symbolic flower.

Now if that isn't a story behind a fragrance then I don't know what is. It opens with a real burst of citrus notes - Pear, Bergamot, Lemon and Neroli which individually are quite dominant notes but together, the pear brings about sweetness and allows the heart notes of blossoming lotus, Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang to come into their own. I love a fragrance which has Jasmine as a note, I can guarantee that 90% of my perfume collection is jasmine based as it just works with my skin oils so well. The heart notes are floral notes, they don't allow the top notes to dominate and instead, as the fragrance settles, the base notes of Woods, Amber, and Musk give the fragrance a fresh earthy scent which is just beautiful.

On this skin, this is a fragrance which lasts all day, by that I mean I apply it around 8am and I can still catch its scent around 5pm, though not as strong as it was after application. If I was going out of an evening, then I would re-apply.

I love everything about this fragrance from the outer box packaging to the luxurious bottle with the stylish label to the actual scent itself. Perfect for these warmer days and a definite fragrance for uplifting the mood.

Priced at £90 for 100ml, you can find Laboratorio Olfattivo Nun Eau De Parfum 

at Liberty.

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