Photo by Karolina Grabowska Retinol (or vitamin A) is one of the most popular ingredients in skincare, hailed for its ability to rejuvenate skin, leaving you with a radiant, youthful glow. Retinol boosts the generation of skin cells, aiding in unclogging pores. Moreover, it functions as an exfoliant, promoting the …
Photo by Chelsea shapouri on Unsplash When it comes to luxurious and nourishing beauty elixirs, few ingredients can rival the reputation of Argan oil. Often referred to as “liquid gold,” this precious oil has been cherished for centuries by the people of Morocco for its remarkable benefits for both skin …
Photo by Peter Nguyen on Unsplash It is well known that eating foods that have undergone fermentation, such as yoghurt, kombucha, and kimchi, can improve gut health and increase the immune system. In recent years, the beauty world has started to add fermented extracts to specific products to improve their …
Photo by Sarah Chai from Pexels Now more than ever, many people have their eyes set firmly on sustainability and products which are kinder to the earth. This could be by using ingredients which come from vegan and cruelty free sources or making sure the products are plastic free or …
While your mind might be on mulled wine and cocktails, apple cider vinegar might be something to consider in the run up to Christmas. Used medicinally and therapeutically for centuries, it is made from apple juice that is fermented into apple cider, and fermented again to become apple cider vinegar. …
Family demands, a to-do list as long as your arm, and friends wanting you to go out and party every weekend, makes for a busy, but sometimes stressful life. It is one thing to ensure everyone else is happy, but you need to look after yourself too. You can keep …
You may have noticed that micellar products have become all the rage recently, with just about every beauty brand out there getting in on the act. Decleor and Elemis are no exception and have released their own products using micellar technology (which, by the way is pronounced MEE-cellar, not MY-cellar!) …
Whilst some of us love wrapping up warm and kicking the leaves in the park, for others the cool winds of autumn are unwelcome and can create feelings of sadness and lead to snacking and comfort eating. Whilst cakes and crisps might taste great, not only can the add to …
Last week we looked at why avocados are so good for you. Packed with many nutrients and vitamins, eating these super-fruits can make your skin glow, hair look glossy and help maintain a healthy weight. This week we are bringing you a number of easy to make, delicious to eat …
For most of us, citrus fruit is synonymous with summer and warm weather; who doesn’t enjoy a grapefruit for breakfast or a naughty Bucks Fizz on a special occasion at this time of year?! Citrus fruits are actually really beneficial for your health and can be especially useful in products …
