April 14th, 2013 §
With the launch of the new Pai Skincare Age Confidence Facial Oil we asked founder Sarah Brown for her 5 top tips for being skin confident….
1. Cleanse with a detergent-free product to keep pH and oil levels in balance. Detergents strip away the skin’s natural oils and are also very alkaline, so disturb the protective acid mantle. Correcting your cleansing regime can have an instantly transformative effect on the skin.
2. Less is more – don’t overload the skin with products it doesn’t need and don’t over-use the ones it does. I’m against following set regimes that may not meet the needs of your exact skin type. Get to know your skin, and create a routine that supports its natural processes rather than suppressing them.
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February 25th, 2013 §
Any of you who visit the store or phone the shop for help will know that Erin is our resident expert on ingredient know-how and matching product to person. With her pulse on which product is working for which skin type, and a selection of the world’s best organic skincare at her finger tips we thought you might like to know which products have taken up permanent residence in her bathroom cabinet…..
ERIN: My skin is normal, with some tendencies towards combination behaviour, and a slight case of hormonal breakout when under stress or not eating properly. My first must-have is a healthy diet – skin nutrition is super important to keep my skin healthy and looking great. Next up….
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February 11th, 2013 §
With Valentine’s hearts and flowers blossoming on every corner and in every shop the past few weeks, love is in the air. But what really deserves your love this February, are your lips! The delicate skin on your lips is exposed to harsh conditions and is one area we often forget to take care of, splashing them with colour and a little balm now and then doesn’t really cut it. As we age lines, thinning, and extreme dehydration can all be issues for this focal point of our face. To keep your pout in perfect condition we have 3 new lip products from Tata Harper , which combine the latest, natural, anti-ageing technology with a hint of colour. We know you’ll love them as much as we do.
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February 10th, 2013 §
Gift purchasing for those tricky family and friends can raise the blood pressure of even the most calm of us. With Valentine’s Day around the corner and Mother’s Day on the horizon where better to start than with one of our gift sets from a cult organic brand. Impress with the best!
May Lindstrom Complete Set
Have it all with the May Lindstrom The Complete Skin Experience, the perfect indulgent gift for her. This beautiful boxed set includes:
December 11th, 2012 §
Today take a look at four spices that you might not normally think about putting on your skin. Cinnamon. Nutmeg. Clove. Cayenne.
THE HISTORY: These spices have been highly sought after for centuries, and not just because they taste good and smell beautiful. They all posses widely recognized health benefits, both internally, and when applied to the skin. While not the latest super-fruit, or the newest plant extract, these spices have a long history throughout the world as both food and medicine. When used fro skin they help create a skincare ritual that is grounding, centering, and restoring, which we could all use a bit more of during the dark winter months.
THE BENEFITS: Coming from many different parts of the world, these spices have something very important thing in common; they are all highly anti-inflammatory. When applied to the skin, they are stimulating and micro-circulation enhancing. They are antibacterial, anti-septic, anti-fungal, and generally detoxifying. Their aromas are warming and grounding, helping to center and root feelings and moods that float away or distract. When used in a skincare ritual, they help to promote radiance and health in the skin, pulling nutrients to the surface and aiding in repair and healing.
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