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February...Our month of Self Love
Wednesday 8th February 2017
So we all know what February brings...over priced chocolates, long romantic dinners and a night away from the kids. February really is the month of love, but what about self love, and treating yourself this Valentines Day. As ladies, we are often too busy to even consider the thought of treating ourselves, but me time is vital for your mental and physical health. Taking time away from everyday stresses allows you to breath and re- focus your mind, which will in the long run make you more productive. As I have mentioned in my previous blog posts we have recently introduced the new Made for Life treatments by Spiezia Organics. These treatments use organic natural ingredients infused with essential oils to…
Mindful Moments...knowing when to take a breath
Wednesday 25th January 2017
As part of our recent training with the gorgeous UK based company Spiezia Organics, we were introduced to the concept of mindfulness within beauty treatments. Mindfulness is defined as the physiological process of bringing your attention to internal and external experiences that are occurring at the present moment - in short being aware of what is happening to you right now. This can be easily done by focusing on your breathing. By consciously slowing down your breath you reduce your heart rate and help to calm your nervous system putting the body into a state of relaxation. As a nation we worry too much, are stressed to high heaven and can all be rather highly strung at times. By bringing…
Organics within Skincare
Friday 20th January 2017
So whilst we are all aware about the benefits of eating organic foods when it comes to skincare, the benefit of going organic is often overlooked. For a skincare product to have "organic" written on it's label it only needs to contain 1 ingredient with 1% organic compounds in it. Sadly, more often than not these so called "organic" products also contain a host of other skincare nasties which totally counteract the benefit of one organic compound. But why does it matter? Your skin is the largest organ in your body and the ingredients in your skincare are absourbed into your body. Even seemingly natural ingredients that have been grown with harsh chemicals could cause skin reactions and potentially worsen skin…
Bust Your Cellulite in time for Summer!
Monday 9th January 2017
It's safe to say that Christmas is the time to overindulge and have fun, but come January the guilt of the festive season can hit you like a tonne of bricks. If going to the gym and starving yourself isn't your thing, we have a few options to help you feel better on the inside, so you can glow on the outside. Cellulite affects thousands of women, in fact approx. 95% of women will have some form of cellulite on their body. Despite rumours, it doesn't favour the curvy girls it affects slender ladies just as much, as it is hereditary. There are 3 types of cellulite : Adipose Cellulite is the firm cellulite, dimpled effect on loose skin.Oedematous Cellulite is fluid…
Hyperpigmentation Facts
Monday 5th December 2016
Hyperpigmentation it happens to every skin in varying degrees, and as we age darker areas of pigment within the skin being to appear. Hyperpigmentation is defined by a discolouration or abnormal darkening of the skin occurring in specific spots or covering larger patches of the skin. It can happen to any area of the body, but is most commonly found on the face, decollate and hands. Skin can produce excess pigment in response to Sun exposure known as UV induced Hyperpigmentation Hormonal fluctuations Injuries that result in scarring Acne scarring Skin that has been overly exposed to UV light (including indoor fluorescent lights and sunbeds) without adequate SPF protection will result in dark spots appearing often…
10 Tips for Senstive Skin Sufferers
Monday 28th November 2016
Winter can be a nightmare for those who suffer with sensitive skin. Cold weather, dry air from central heating and harsh winds can all make your skin feel a little more sensitive. The characteristics and symptoms of a sensitive skin include : Dry, itchy patches of red scaly skin. Frequent reactions to topical products, foods, alcohol and environment. Warm red patches of skin that seem to appear for no reason. Small bumps or pimples under the skin. Reasons for a sensitive skin can vary from person to person, however hormones, diet and skincare ingredients can all play a big part in sensitivity. Ladies going through the menopause or who are pregnant or are on a new form of hormonal…
Understanding how sugar ages your skin
Wednesday 16th November 2016
It has been a question fought over for many years, and I'm sure we have all heard in our life "Too many sweets willl give you spots..." but what is the real truth behind sugar and skin aging. To understand this question better, we first need to understand our skin. The skin is the largest organ in the body, and is our exterior protection against environmental stressors, so there are a lot of external factors that can influence skin aging. Hereditary factors, sun exposure and diet can all accelerate the aging process. Just like any other organ in our bodies though, what you put in must come out and sometimes that can be evident on our skin. For example, It…
Supplements VS Skin Concerns
Monday 7th November 2016
Supplements are a relatively new trend to hit beauty salons - yet the idea of internally supplementing the diet for improved skin and overall health has been around for years. A healthy diet alone will not give you the same benefits as taking supplements, as to get such a wide range of nutrients and in such high concentrations you would need to eat a lot of food. I mean a lot. To put it in perspective, to get as much Vitamin A and phytonutrients as 2 tablets of Skin Accumax contains you would need to consume 8 heads of broccoli. There is as much vitamin C in 6 lemons as there is in only 1 tablet of skin Vit C.…
What lies beneath...Tips to combat dry skin
Monday 31st October 2016
At some point in our lives we have probably all suffered with a bout of dry skin. Those tell tale signs of itchy, scaly inflamed patches that can take weeks to shift and leave your skin feeling irritated and far from healthy. With the onset of these gorgeous Autumnal days the problem is only going to get worse, so Heavenly Green have put together a simple guide to help stop dry skin in its tracks! What Causes Dry Skin? 1. Weather Changes As Winter sets in, we experience more cold dry air which has less moisture in it. Combine that with harsh winds which strip your skin of it's natural surface oil and you will start to feel your skin getting…
10 things about Vitamin C and what it can do for your skin
Monday 17th October 2016
So you may think you know about Vitamin C...it's found in oranges, it stops you from getting colds and it prevented sailors from getting scurvy. Did you know Vitamin C has a massive impact on your skin health, and when combined with Vitamin E it maximises the power of both vitamins! As Winter approaches it is time to up your skincare game, adding some vitamin C into your regime could drastically improve your winter face. 1. It Replenishes and plumps the epidermis The highest levels of Vitamin C are found in the outermost layer of the skin called the epidermis. By topically applying Vitamin C to the skin you are replenishing these levels allowing skin to looking plumper and more glowing. 2.…