If you have ever suffered from digestive issues you know how debilitating they can be. Not only can they be uncomfortable but they can be downright embarrassing too. But what can you do about it? Getting to the bottom of the triggers for poor digestion is key to prevention and ultimately cure but adding probiotics and digestive enzymes into your diet along the way can significantly help too. So ...
Read MoreSummer sun, wind and, if you’re in the UK, rain can wreak havoc on our skin. I know as before I learnt about more natural skincare and reduced the chemicals in my products and diet I always suffered with dry skin and even eczema. But by far the most difficult area for me to get to grips with was my lips. Lots of people suffer with dry, chapped, lips in the winter, but for me the summer, with its ...
Read MoreHave you always wanted a radiant summer complexion? Follow these top tips to ensure your skin is glowing all summer long. Do you know the song – Wear Sunscreen by Baz Luhrmann . Ladies and gentlemen of the class of ’99 wear sunscreen. Well Baz had a point! He might think that only his comment on wearing sunscreen has any scientific insight behind it but he makes some great points and shares some ...
Read MoreI’ve struggled to find a quality concealer which actually conceals dark circles and brightens the eye area without illuminating any fine lines so had previously stopped even tying. Now my favourite green beauty brand has released a non-toxic, anti-ageing concealer and I’m in love again. Anti-aging concealer, what’s not to love As with all the makeup in this line, this anti-ageing concealer ...
Read MoreArbonne have just launched their new Rescue & Renew range to reinvigorate and help detox your skin and your mind. Having just returned from Las Vegas and Arbonne’s Global Training conference I really see the power of detoxification. My skin is in a mess. My legs and arms are really dry from sun exposure, chemicals in the swimming pool and generally over doing it! You know what I say - put ...
Read MoreI’m so excited by the changes happening since I returned from Arbonne’s global training conference in Las Vegas... I loved the original RE9 skincare than Arbonne produced but the latest launches are just amazing. Here’s a roundup of my favourites and how I’m working them into my normal skincare routine. Arbonne’s RE9 Advanced collection was developed to address the specific needs of ageing skin ...
Read MoreMakeup can help you look younger, or even older if you don’t apply it correctly. I’ve just started to switch to a darker foundation as the weather warms up and my skin picks up a bit of natural tan but incorrectly applied makeup can actually age you. Here’s the key mistakes to avoid to ensure your makeup isn’t ageing you. Too pale foundation Make sure you get a really good colour match for your ...
Read MoreYour Spring wardrobe should put a spring in your step. Here are my top tips for success. It’s that time of year when the weather seems to have changed and you’re peering into the wardrobe wondering what pieces to pick out as the dark black, navy and greys assault you. For many, uniform dressing is dangerously alluring but I’ve always preferred to be a little more unique. I love to follow the ...
Read MoreWhen it comes to gifting your mum this Mother's Day a healthy treat could be just what she's after. I love buying gifts and have discovered over the years that a gift that has longevity, like a good book or one off experience is prized much more than a fleeting box of chocolates or sweet treat. So what's on my mother's day gift list? For the lifelong learner in your life Why not treat your mum to ...
Read MoreWhat do you get the women in your life who already have everything? Whether it's a gift for your own mother, or a mother's day gift for your wife from your own children, we've got you covered. I love gift buying and wrapping. For me the packaging can be as much of a treat as the gift inside and that's especially true with Swiss botanical brand Arbonne. But more importantly is what's in the ...
Read MoreIs the end of the facelift on the horizon? Modern women are shunning invasive surgery for gentler methods of preventing skin ageing, new figures suggest. People are opting for more natural alternatives to Botox and non-surgical facelifts. Data from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons ( BAAPS ) found that the number of cosmetic operations last year dropped 40 per cent since ...
Read MoreMake your skin look and feel amazing this winter I’m constantly striving for balance, whether it’s with work, family life, exercise or food … so why should beauty be any different? If you’ve read any of my blogs you’ll know that I take an inside out approach to beauty. I know that the only reason my skin has such a healthy glow is because I take care of myself. I eat natural wholefoods as much as ...
Read MoreMake sure you have luscious lips this Valentine’s Day… We all desire lips that are kissable at this time of year, but the cold and wet weather can wreak havoc on your skin and your lips are one of the most exposed parts of your face. It can be simple to get softer lips you just need to treat them with a bit of love and care and they will reward you with a soft and smooth texture and plumpness you ...
Read MoreWhen Arbonne released their new Genius Ultra skin care device in April and I saw the results of the clinical study, I knew they’d created something revolutionary in the realm of beauty tools. (By the way, Arbonne spends more on independent testing on humans than any other skin care company.) The Genius Ultra makes your skincare more effective, applying your products more evenly, allowing your ...
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