There are certain herbs that are particularly good for stress called adaptogens. The benefits are huge as they could actually help your body adapt to stress and balance your system. One of the most popular of these is ashwagandha. A native to India, this herb has been used for thousands of years in both ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. It is …
The PHB Ethical Beauty range is quite something. Completely natural, vegan and even Halal certified, the products are so pure that they make perfect remedies for sensitive skins or those with eczema, acne or even psoriasis. They are designed to improve not only skin but health and well-being. They are scrupulous about where they get their ingredients from, insuring they …
If you’ve never heard of dry brushing your body before, I’m sure you’re imagining using your hair brush all over and thinking how odd it sounds? Well, that would be odd and probably a bit painful. Dry brushing is, in fact, a very pleasant sensation It involves brushing with a dense brush with flexible hairs specially designed for the task. …
I’ve written about Marie Reynolds, one of the top skin specialists in the UK, a few times before. She does fabulous face treatments and, to everyone’s joy and happiness, she brought out a wonderful range of skin products (which I’ve also written about). I literally try each thing she comes out with the moment it’s produced. Trust me when I …
If I told you there was something that helped to slow the ageing process, reduced inflammation (the cause of many chronic diseases) and was completely free, you would probably think I was making it up. Or, that it was yet another fad that will be forgotten by the next full moon. But it is in fact true that barefoot walking, …
It’s always exciting to find really good natural and chemical free makeup. Just a few years ago the quality wasn’t great, unlike with natural skin products of which there are many wonderful brands, but that is now really beginning to change. I was therefore delighted to be asked to judge lipsticks at this years Natural Beauty Awards. Below are my …
I’ve always associated B vitamins with stress. During difficult times of life, pop a B vit to help you feel better. Now recent research shows just how important and far reaching these vitamins are. One of the main benefits is maintaining cognitive abilities, in particular as we age. B vitamins can offer remarkable protection The following symptoms could be a …
Our poor skins. They are fighting a constant battle on our behalf. If it’s not UV rays or extreme temperatures, it’s hormones, or perhaps toxins from from the foods we eat. Added to this there’s the effects of too much alcohol, lack of sleep or poor nutrition. Or maybe a combination of all of these! But there’s another enemy that …
We have been told much of the dangers of too much sun exposure in the past couple of decades. And we children of the 60s, 70s and 80s, who baked with joyous abandon under the sun’s strong rays, are now fearfully looking at our skin wondering if every little mark could mean the beginning of something sinister. However, this demonisation …
Any followers of this site will know that I’m a huge fan of Green People. One of the pioneers of the natural and organic beauty market and a company of integrity and high standards. More importantly, Green People’s skin products are great They have gradually been adding make-up products to their range and although still small in size, each addition …
I’d vaguely heard of lectins before I met nutritionist Fleur Borrelli and embarked on The In-Sync Diet but had no idea what they actually were, and I didn’t really care either because lectins just didn’t seem very important. How very wrong I was! Now I know all about them and understand how crucial it is that we understand what they …
It’s always a treat to find new products that really work and that you love. Here are some of my favourites: PHB Ethical Beauty – Balance Face Wash This foaming face wash has done wonders for my son’s skin. It’s for people with oily skin and/or blemishes while at the same time being gentle. It uses lavender oil to clear …
