Turn Your Man Into A Sapien Man- A Mini Review from Daddy

A while back I introduced you Surya Brasil in my mini series of Things that did not work for me, I had tried the henna powder but with my bleached hair they did not go hand in hand. Henna powder is not the only thing Surya Brasil has to offer and today I am introducing you to their Sapien Men Range.

Sapien Men Range is Surya Brasil first Men's cosmetic line and has Ecocert Organic Certification. 

It has:

• No synthetic fragrance
• No sulfates or phthalates
• No petroleum by products
• No silicone
• No gluten

It specially formulated products for a man’s tougher skin. With citrus, spice and woody notes scents, all derived from pure essentials oil and ethically harvested plants and fruits from the Amazon.

A while back I kindly received the Sapien Men Shave Cream in a goody bag, with the other half not keen on shaving and always hosting a five o'clock shadow or a manly beard I passed it on to my father to give it a test.

Here is what Daddy had to say;

"I have used Sapien Shave Cream for my last 3 shaves. Each time I have had a very close shave using less strokes then I would normally use with my old shaving cream . My skin feels smoother and refresh after each shave. It really does give a closer shave as the I fine I have to shave less often because of the closer shave it gives. I also love the fragrance it leaves."

RRP:  €19.55/£17.00

I recently also received the Sapien Men Facial Scrub which will be up on the blog in a few weeks so keep an eye out.


Sapien Men is available from  www.yourtonic.com

Thanks to RDC Commucications for the photos and samples.
www.rdcommunications.ie

#FOODDAY- Trudie's Spicy Rice Recipe

This week I am handing things over to my sister Trudie and her delicious spicy rice.

Ingredients: Serves 4

2-3 bay leafs

2 cups of rice(long grain or brown)

20mls of oil(olive/vegetable/sunflower)

1 large onion

2-4 red chillies (depending on taste)

1 red pepper(optional)

4 cups of water for rice

2 cups of water for mixture (see recipe)

3 tablespoons of tomato puree

1 chicken stock cube (vegetable will work also)

1-2 teaspoons of chilli powder (depending on taste)

Pinch of salt and pepper to season

1 clove of garlic

Recipe:

 In a deep pan or wok on medium heat fry up bay leaves and 15ml of oil for 1 minute

In a pot parboil rice for 7 mins (if brown 15 minutes) in 4 cups of water and 5ml of oil (oil in water can be omitted)

Add garlic( thickly sliced) and chillies and chilli powder and salt and pepper. Fry on medium heat for one minute.

Add onions and peppers to pan and saute for 5 minutes till onions turn clear, if they start to brown reduce heat.

Drain rice and rinse under cold tap for 1 minute and set aside.

Add 3 tablespoons of tomato puree to pan and crumble in stock cube.

Mix all together.

Add rice and mix together.

Add enough water to cover rice mixture. Reduce to simmer, place lid on pan and stir occasionally.

Once all water has evaporated it is ready to serve.

Enjoy!

Let me know if you use this recipe using the #FOODAY hashtag on 

Ingredients	Calories	Carbs	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Sugar
Rice - White, long-grain, regular, cooked, 4 cup	822	178	2	17	6	0
Bay Leaves - 2 Whole, 3 whole leaves	3	0	0	0	0	0
Schwartz - Chilli Powder (Mild), 2 tsp	20	2	1	1	0	0
Tesco - Large Onion, 100 g	41	8	0	1	0	6
Vegetable - Red Bell Pepper (Raw) (Net Carbs), 1 cup	40	9	0	2	6	5
Oil - Olive, 1 tablespoon	119	0	14	0	0	0
Vegetable - Red Chilli (Fresh), 100 g	40	9	0	2	9	5
Oxo - Chicken Stock Cube, 1 Cube (5.9g)	20	3	0	1	780	0
Garlic Clove - Each, 1 clove	4	1	0	0	0	0
Tesco - Tomato Puree, 45 g	54	11	0	1	0	10
Add Ingredient

Total:	1,163	221	17	25	801	26
Per Serving:	291	55	4	6	200	7

* As always Nutritional values are taken from the My Fitness Pal Recipe Calculator. Values may differ from different brands used always check packaging!

Catrice Has Valentines Red Lips Covered

There is no other color that says Valentines then red. From roses to chocolates to hearts to that sexy little number you might have planned for later. ("Wink, Wink")

A red lip always look great on Valentines and can make any outfit look classic and sexy. 

Catrice has you covered with what ever you want to wear on your lips from lipstick to glosses to their new lip polish.

CATRICE Ultimate Colour Lip Colour €4.49 in 310 Red My

Lips

These highly pigmented lipsticks provide long lasting, high coverage and ultra smooth finish. This fiery red color will definitely heat things up!

 

CATRICE Ultimate Shine Lip Colour €4.49 in 260 Berry Delicious 

A slightly deeper wine shade then the lipstick above, this lipstick also provides intense moisture and leaves creamy texture with medium coverage. 

CATRICE Infinite Shine Lip Gloss €3.49 in 160 Walk The Coraline.

For the not so brave hearted these infinite shine lip glosses provides you with a wash of coral red color without the nasty sticking sensation. The moisturising formula also leaves the lips with a pampered feeling.

NEW CATRICE Made To Stay Smoothing Lip Polish €5.49 in 050 Megan Fuchsia.

For those who just say no to red or do not have time for top up this new lip polish is made for you. With up to 8 hours staying power and all the benefits of a lipstick, gloss of a lip gloss and durability of a lip stain. The powerful pink color will last through any kissing session.

CATRICE Longlasting Lip Pencil €2.29 in 50 Red Lip District   

For creating the perfect lip shape and giving your lipstick durability.This waterproof pencil provides a smooth finish and prevents your lipstick from streaking and maintains its color.

Catrice is available in pharmacies nationwide as well as Pennys

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Thanks to Rave Communications for the pictures.