As winter sets in our skin comes under more and more stress, cold weather, harsh chemicals, daily pollution and air conditioning or central heating, all play their part in how we look and the ageing process. So how can we help and what are the latest skincare innovations you need to keep abreast of? Never A Dull Moment Restoring a youthful glow is everyone’s priority but there’s no point soaking ...
Read MoreWe all know vitamin C is beneficial for our body and immune systems and it’s often the first thing we reach for when we come down with a cold, but did you know it also has a positive effect on our skin. Rather than using this incredible antioxidant to ward off commuter colds, when it comes to complexions, it’s helping defend against pollution and cellular oxidisation. Cellular oxidation? yes that ...
Read MoreYou’re either working to build your own dream, or you’re being paid by someone else to build their dream. I don’t remember who originally pointed this out to me, but it really struck a chord with me. At the time I was building my own Interiors and Garden Design business and I thought I was sorted. I’d left the confines of the corporate world and was building my own dream. But I was also lonely. ...
Read MoreI know, I know, it’s a boring statement your mother makes but it’s also a fact: Caring for your skin consistently, at a young age, is easier and less expensive than trying to fix or minimise the signs of ageing once they appear on your face later on. But where should you start? Starting as early as possible, everyone needs to know their skincare facts. That means establishing a consistent ...
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 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 MoreAre you getting enough protein in your diet? Most of us in the West eat far too much carbohydrate and not nearly enough protein according to health authorities. Manufacturers have become rich on the back of high carb, high sugar products and we’ve become fat on them! So how do you get the right amount of protein? When I was a vegetarian in my 20s and 30s I had no idea of the value of protein and ...
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 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 MoreStop trying to be so creative an super romantic and buy her something she’ll love and live in. If you have a health and wellness lover in your life then one of these upper cool gifts will ensure you’re in her hear, and in her mind, whether she’s taking on the slopes, walking the dog or stretching out in a yoga class. Apple Watch with Nike Sport Band This watch is great for keeping track of ...
Read MoreWe all need a few new ideas to keep our makeup on trend. He’s my top tips for this seasons looks. Whether you’re rushing straight from the office and touching up quickly in the cab or have all the time in the world (as if) my advice is always the same; get your nutrition and skincare right first and your skin will glow. Focus on skin. I believe that skin prep is more important than makeup! It ...
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 ...
Read MoreIt’s no secret how much I love Arbonne. Having launched in the eighties, Arbonne is one of the first ever green beauty brands. But what I believe what makes them so special is their founder, a man called Petter Morck. He wasn’t just interested in amazing anti-ageing formulations, he wanted a company that treated its people well and was built on an ethos of giving back to the community. Petter’s ...
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