One of the best things about winter has to be steaming mugs of hot chocolate/cocoa. Its comforting, indulgent and downright delicious. You could say its an essential ingredient to help us survive the cold winter months. And there’s no guilt attached since chocolate is now practically being touted as a superfood thanks to its strong […]
Category: skin care
Almond Oil – Your Winter Skin Saviour
Winter is rapidly approaching, and with it the harsh weather conditions which can wreck absolute havoc on your skin, hair and hands. Wind chill, freezing conditions, dry cold air, central heating – they are all in direct competition to see which one can dry out your skin first, leaving pores exposed to the elements which […]
Does the cold weather make you feel unwell? Turn to Nature’s pharmacy.
As the weather turns colder, accompanied by wind, rain and later some snow, do you find yourself feeling unwell? Colds, flu, general aches and pains, dry skin and feelings of depression are just some of the trials and tribulations associated with the colder weather. But don’t despair, Mother Nature has provided us with array of […]
Homemade Goodness: The 5 Most Effective Coconut Oil Body Scrubs To Combat Cold Weather Dry Skin
Autumn is now here in its full glory, and it won’t be long before we transcend into winter. No doubt, after the freedom of summer, your skin is now bitterly complaining about being bundled up in clothing and is responding by becoming dry. When the central heating comes on full blast, it’s only going to […]
Age Gracefully (and slowly)!
Dermatologists universally agree that by the age of 20 we should have established a proper skin care routine, and that by age 25 that same skin care routine should now include an anti-ageing product. Yes that’s correct, it is not a typo – age 25!!! From birth our collagen levels gradually increase, peaking at around […]
QUICK READ – Transition your skin into Autumn
Autumn is a great time of year, we’re enjoying a nice interlude between the heat and humidity of summer and the cold chilly weather of winter. Plus there’s lots of social events to look forward to – Halloween, New Year and Christmas (if you celebrate). However the constantly changing weather can be a challenge – […]
Tips for Managing Teenage Skin
We all know that the teenage years can be really tough on the skin and ultimately confidence levels. Whilst obsessing over their skin in front of the mirror with mild hysteria may seem like just another teenage drama, think back to your teen years. We’ve all been there, or for those of us lucky enough […]
How to Treat and Prevent Chlorine Rash
As we make the most of the end of the summer holidays and perhaps venture to the local outdoor swimming pool to catch some more rays before the warm weather retreats for another year or start to visit the indoor pools as the weather starts to cool, after rediscovering a love of swimming on the […]
QUICK READ – Aloe Vera – The must have for everyone’s beach bag, bathroom and medical chest. Don’t leave home without it!
Summer is now at it’s pinnacle. The constant exposure to sun, pollution and dirt during the warmer summer months can make the skin dry, rough and itchy. Not to mention insect bites, heat rash and sunburn. Aloe vera lotion is the perfect solution to all your skin ailments, and can play a pivotal role in […]
Spotlight on Carrot Seed Oil
CARROT SEED OIL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus L. Family Name: Apiaceae The use of carrot seed oil dates back to the Ancient Egyptian and Greek civilisations, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine as a bath or massage oil to address muscle pain, as well as being taken internally for the […]