January Guide – Helping you Relax and Stay Fit

We hope the month of January has somewhat been positive for you despite the lockdown that most of us are facing in the UK and all over the world.  We also hope you have thus kept to your resolution of Dry January or Veganuary if you have decided to keep to it and not give in to cravings.  As for us, we have all been trying to create a new routine with working from home and homeschooling our children since the start of the month. Despite everything, we are having a fantastic month, relaxing when we can, reading lots and staying fit by walking, running and doing some form of exercise at home as we wait for the gyms to reopen again.  So to keep to the theme, here are some more fabulous products which promote clean living, vegan lifestyle and all things eco-friendly.  We start off by sharing Olverum Restful Sleep Pillow Mist to help you relax followed by Kleen Kanteen’s Insulated TKWide Bottle to keep you hydrated while you stay fit.  Trouva’s Kikkerland Rockin’ Salad Servers/Tongs to serve your salads and the Tesalate Antibacterial Workout Towel to keep you company while you exercise. Finally, we feature Locks in Goodness’s Natural Hair Care Gift Set which is 100% natural, organic, vegan, eco-friendly and a wonderful set to gift as well.

Olverum Restful Sleep Pillow Mist

If you, like me, have been feeling anxious and worried lately due to the pandemic and this has affected your sleep then Olverum’s Sleep Pillow Mist is something you definitely need, to help you get a restful night. The 50ml bottle is elegantly packed in a diffuser bottle and contains a blend of essential oils to evoke sensations of comfort, calm and cleanliness.  You will smell the sweet citrus notes of bergamot, the warm rich woodiness of Amyris and the full-bodied fruitiness of lavender which creates a unique scent.  All you need to do is just spray two pumps of the mist into the air or directly onto your linens from a distance of around 30cm to help your mind relax and get a restful sleep.

I love using Olverum products and totally support the brand as it is not only vegan but it is also cruelty-free and their products are free from artificial preservatives, fragrance, colourants, silicone, mineral oil, petrolatum, sulphates, other nasties and animal-derived ingredients.  I tend to have a routine to relax myself before bedtime which includes reading, turning off gadgets in the bedroom an hour before and have now added sprays of the Olverum restful mist to ensure a calming and relaxing night.  The 50ml bottle is priced at £25 and you can purchase it here.

Kleen Kanteen Insulated TKWide

Kleen Kanteen’s vacuum insulated TKWide bottle is the perfect bottle to bring with you when you are out on long hikes, walks or bike rides. It is so versatile that you can keep drinks hot for up to 14 hours, your smoothies iced for up to 47 hours or just carry room temperature water with you.  This is perfect as you can take the same bottle with you at any time of the year, without having to worry about storing multiple bottles.  I personally have stopped using plastic bottles so loved that the Klean Kanteen bottle is made from stainless steel interior without any coating, hence it does not retain or impart flavours.

Priced at £27.95 the Kleen Kanteen insulated bottle is leak-proof, easy to clean, BPA Free and chip resistant which is great as I do tend to drop or knock my bottles around when I am out and about.  We have featured the light green 16oz TKWide bottle with the easy-carry swivel loop cafe cap in this post, but you also have the option to purchase additional caps such as the chug cap, straw cap or the wide loop cap for an extra £9.95. These bottles also come in various colours as well as sizes ranging from 12oz to 32 oz.  Before I use a product, I tend to find out more about the company, and Kleen Kanteen’s ethos of caring for the environment and our planet is something I am glad to support and be apart of.

Kikkerland Rockin’ Guitar Wooden Salad Servers and Rockin’ Tongs

Turn dinner up a notch – up to 11 even with these Rockin’ kitchen utensils from Tourva’s Kikkerland Design. Made from natural durable beechwood, these super fun homeware accessories add a bit of whimsy to every mealtime and are great to use with salads, soups and batters as they’re heat resistant and safe to use on non-stick cookware.  Approximately 27cm in length, the Rockin’ Spoons which is priced at £17.25 fit easily in any of your kitchen drawers until they are ready to take centre stage at your next dinner party, or if you’re on a mission to eat healthier after Christmas and you’re doing Veganuary this month, both are bound to cheer up even the most basic of salads or dishes. 

I particularly loved the Rockin’ Tongs which retails for £12.99 and have found them to take the headline slot during many kitchen cookouts lately. They’re nice to use, function really well and they also look awesome. We don’t have much kitchen space here so most of our utensils currently hang over the cooker but as there are no holes to hang these we’ve had to put them in the drawer. Since they’re designed so well though, it would’ve been nice to display them but they’re certainly a conversation starter when they do make it out of the drawer. Want to strike the right chord with your cooking this January? Get yours here.

Tesalate Antibacterial Workout Towel – In Bloom 

I love Australian owned Tesalate sand-free beach towels and have a few of these myself, so was totally thrilled to find out that they have now come out with a new antibacterial workout towel range.  These towels are odour-free which means no more smelly towels when you sweat.  These workout towels are perfect to bring along with you to gyms or use at home when you do yoga or pilates.  Measuring 100cm x 45cm, the double-sided towel comes with eye-catching designs. We have featured ‘In Bloom’ design in this post, but have a look at their website for more choices.  Tesalate towels are compact, lightweight and ultra-absorbant, so great to pack into your gym bags or take with you on long runs. It also comes with a handy hook, so you can hang it anywhere.  Priced at £29, you can purchase it from their website here. Do note that shipping (standard) to the UK is free and can take anywhere from 2 to 4 days.

What I love most about this workout towel is that it is comfortable to use, and you can easily pack it away as it is not bulky and dries quickly too. Tesalate towel designs are so attractive and you can even buy different towels to match your gym clothing. Suitable for both men and women, you can also order ‘his and her’ towels, especially if you exercise with your partner. Great way to look and feel good while you stay fit!

Locks in Goodness Natural Hair Care Gift Set

Using 100% natural, organic, vegan and eco-friendly products is what I am thriving for this year. Both my children have always used organic products since they were young and I want to continue with that as they grow older.  These hair care products from Locks in Goodness are made from plant-based goodness and no nasties. I also love how attractive their packaging is and that they are 100% recyclable, sustainable and made from renewable raw materials.

In this guide, we are featuring their natural hair care gift set which includes, a shampoo, a conditioner, a hair gel and a hair smoothie.  Their shampoo includes argan, avocado, coconut oil and vanilla to gently cleanse and nourish hair.  Their conditioner contains argan, avocado, coconut, jojoba oil, shea butter and myrica fruit wax to condition, strengthen and detangle locks. Their award-winning hair smoothie is a natural leave-in conditioner and detangler containing argan, avocado, jojoba, coconut oil and shea butter which is specially formulated for curly, frizzy or knotty hair. Finally, their Hair Gel is perfect for spiking, fixing and shaping and is infused with argan, coconut oil, shea butter, tea tree, eucalyptus and cinnamon oil to keep your hair conditioned in style with a natural, warm festive scent.  Their products are also great for helping to prevent those unwanted nits and lice.

I love how beautiful the gift set came packaged in a stunning natural brown Kraft magnetic gift box, which makes it a wonderful gift to give.  Made in the UK, this gift box is priced at £39.49 and can be purchased here.  If you prefer, you can also purchase each items individually.

You may also want to read this:

January Guide – Cruelty Free, Vegan and all things Eco-Friendly

January Gift Guide – All about Wellness, Self-Expression and Being Healthy

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*Disclaimer: We were sent these products in exchange for a review. All opinions are our own.