New Products from Eminence Organic Skin-care.

Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum

Fast-absorbing, advanced serum for all skin types. This potent dose of non-irritating Vitamin C is stabilised by botanically-derived ferulic acid to deliver optimal antioxidant benefits and improve the appearance of skin.Apply a thin layer of serum to cleansed skin. Excellent for use after stimulating treatments, between treatments or as a finishing product. Leave on. Follow with a moisturiser.

Key Ingredients

• Stabilized Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid): sourced from lemon and grapefruit, this potent antioxidant reduces the appearance of redness and soothes inflammation.• Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: Also known as Vitamin C salt, this unique form of Vitamin C remains a salt until it penetrates the surface of the skin. It is only at this point that it turns into Vitamin C, allowing the full benefits to be experienced.• Vitamin E: Sourced from avocado; delivers nutrients to the skin to improve the appearance of skin health.• Botanical Ferulic Acid: Powerful antioxidant naturally derived from the leaves of plants. Stabilizes the antioxidant benefits of Vitamin C and helps it retain potency.• Leafy Greens (Kale, Spinach & Broccoli Sprouts): High antioxidant content to help improve the appearance of skin elasticity and hydration for younger-looking skin.• Citrus Fruit Oils (Lemon & Grapefruit): Tones and refreshes the skin. Additional naturally occurring Vitamin C content helps protect against the visible signs of aging. Astringent properties help to balance oil production.• Avocado: Antioxidant that is moisturizing and hydrating to relieve dry and irritated skin.• Hydrolyzed Botanical Hyaluronic Acid (from grass extract): Deeply hydrating; natural substance that keeps skin looking plump to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Results

• Collagen formation is boosted and skin appears firmed and plumped• The appearance of inflammation and redness are reduced• The appearance of visible signs of aging are reduced and further signs are prevented

Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Masque

Potent, cream-gel masque for all skin types. Harness the natural power of Vitamins C+E with a boost of nourishing vitamins for the skin. A cocktail of citrus, rhubarb extract, leafy greens and avocado oil forms helps reduce the appearance of sun damage and fine lines and wrinkles.

Coconut Age Corrective Moisturiser

With each application of our Coconut Age Corrective Moisturiser,you’ll feel your skin instantly tighten and lift. Coconut, shea butter and grape seed oil combine with green apple stem cell technology that offers lasting age correction.Apply a layer of moisturiser over the entire face and neck area. Leave on. For a lighter application, emulsify a small amount of moisturiser in your hand with a few drops of water. For extra hydration, apply a thicker layer on dry areas.

Firm Skin Acai Cleanser

 Antioxidant-rich acai berries are perfect for revitalising mature skin. This cream cleanser also blends hyaluronic acid and seabuckthorn oil to restore the appearance of elasticity to the skin and present a more youthful look. Cruelty-free and formulated without parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals, animal by-products, phthalates, GMOs and triclosan

Neroli Age Corrective Hydrating Mist

A collagen boosting toner with Natural Retinol Alternative and Swiss Green Apple Stem Cells for all skin types, especially mature. Your skin will feel smoother and appear tighter with the energizing boost of fragrant neroli oil. Cruelty-free and formulated without parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, animal by-products, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals, phthalates, GMOs and triclosan.
• Epidermis instantly looks firmer and tighter• The skin appears calmed, matte and hydrated• The skin appears perfectly clear, fresh and toned• The skin appears vibrant and revitalised.

Arctic Berry radiance cream

Ultra-hydrating jojoba oil works alongside our exclusive Peptide Illuminating Complex to soothe your skin. It’s a powerful daily moisturiser for all skin types.

 Key Ingredients

 Arctic Plants & Berries: a blend of 4 antioxidant-rich plants (cloudberry seed, arctic roseroot, arctic meadowsweet and juniper sprouts); helps prevent the signs of ageing.Lingonberry Seed Oil: essential vitamins and minerals and omega 3 fatty acids; replenishes the skin’s moisturePeptide Illuminating Complex: antioxidant-rich mix of hibiscus seed botanical peptides, gardenia stem cells and yellow plum extract.Hibiscus Seed Extract Peptides: promotes elasticity in the skin .Yellow Plum: helps reduce the appearance of inflammation Gardenia Stem Cells: improves the appearance of skin tone and elasticity Gotu-Kola Stem Cells: improves hydration levels and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.Biophytex™:Dynamic blend of plant extracts which reduces the appearance of redness

Bamboo Firming Fluid

For tighter looking skin, our Bamboo Firming Fluid is the answer. The strengthening agents of bamboo and coconut deeply hydrates, with the help of a natural retinol alternative and Swiss Green Apple Stem Cells.Apply a thin layer of firming fluid to cleansed skin once or twice daily. Leave on. Follow with a moisturiser.

Key Ingredients

1. Bamboo: contains soluble and insoluble fiber, antioxidants, proteins, vitamins and minerals

1. Coconut Oil: moisturizer, antioxidant; restores the skin's moisture barrier

1. Coconut Water: moisture and pH balancing, toning; contains electrolytes, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, phosphorus

1. Natural Retinol Alternative Complex: contains chicory root oligosaccharides and tara tree; smooths the appearance of wrinkles

1. PhytoCellTec™ Swiss Green Apple Stem Cells: plant stem cell concentrate; delays the appearance of visible signs of ageing

1. Monoi: soothing and fragrant Tahitian oil; hydrates and firms the skin 

Facial Recovery oil

Toning and hydrating oil created with precious herbs and nourishing oils to soothe and renew sensitive and aging skin. This is a luxurious facial oil suitable for all skin types.Made with Biodynamic® ingredients from Demeter International Certified Biodynamic® farms. Add 2-3 drops to face and neck with circular motions working your way from the center to the sides of the face.

Key Ingredients

1. Clary Sage Oil: calming; balances oil production

1. Olive Oil: calms and soothes the look of skin while deeply hydrating the skin

1. Sage Leaf Extract: antioxidant; rejuvenates and tones the look of skin

1. Ylang Ylang: cleanser; calming and balancing

Red Currant Exfoliating Cleanser

The protective antioxidants in our Red Currant Exfoliating Cleanser will energize your skin’s look and feel. The secret ingredient is our exclusive Youth Shield Antioxidant Complex, which hydrates and invigorates skin to give it that look of elasticity. Tea tree oil helps prevent the look of breakouts and finely ground olive seed gently exfoliates for revitalized and fresher looking skin. Cruelty-free and formulated without parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals, animal by-products, phthalates, GMOs and triclosan.

The Youth juice – drink daily for beautiful healthy glowing skin.

Drink this juice daily and see your skin glow.

Blend the following ingredients and drink immediately.

• 1 green apple & 1 pear.
• 1 handful parsley
• 1 handful kale
• 3 stalks celery
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 handfuls romaine

Juice to boost immunity

This juice is full of beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E
Ingredients:

• 1 golden beetroot
• 3 large carrots
• 4 stalks celery
• ½ cucumber
• ½ thumb of ginger
• 1 medium pear

*Option to add some mango or apricot

New Life Facial

Regardless of the factors that cause us to age, basically the end result is the breakdown and damage of collagen.

What is collagen? It is the vital protein that keeps your skin youthful and vibrant. This protein is the basic building block of the skin, forming mesh-like bonds to hold it firm and stop it from sagging.

 Before age 25 your skin is made up of about 80 % collagen. However, past this age your body looses it at a rate of about 1% per year. And to add insult to injury your body slows down its production of it.

Even though your body may not produce the same levels of collagen as it once did, stimulating your collagen production has the potential to reverse some signs of ageing.

What is Micro current?

Micro current is a low level electrical current that simulates that of your own cellular bio-electrical output of about 1/1,000,000 of an amp (a light bulb runs on less than one ampere). This low level energy helps stimulate the muscles of the face and neck increasing muscle tone and keeping your complexion firm and taut.

 This facial is ideal for those that have overused Botox since it can cause muscle atrophy. The purpose of Botox is to immobilise the muscle, even if temporarily, therefore preventing the normal movements of it. This can prevent wrinkles or help maintain certain expressions. However, overtime and overuse of Botox can cause muscle atrophy which will cause the face to slacken and loose its form

 The New life facial a non-invasive way of reigniting the muscle and keeping them plump and active. It will also boost collagen and elastin productions as well as ATP, the fuel that cells need to function by up to 500%.If you are using Botox this facial is a must for you as it will balance damage caused by  the neuro-toxin.  The results for just about everyone are amazing even from the first treatment and best of all they are cumulative.

New Life Face Lift Treatment

A non-invasive facial treatment using premium organic products and cutting edge technology of micro-current to stimulate lifts and tones the facial muscles. It is one of the most effective and safest treatments to sculpt your face, accentuate cheek bones, smooth out wrinkles and define your jaw line in minutes. Results are instant and guaranteed!

€125.00

Lymphatic drainage & dry body brushing.

 Your skin is a complex system that serves many functions and buffers your body from extreme temperatures and chemicals. It also protects you from bacteria, pollution and is in fact a crucial part of the world around you.

  Your skin also plays an important part in helping your body detoxify itself from waste and toxins that might not be able to release via other means.

  This is where dry skin brushing can be invaluable, not only in brushing off dead skin cells but also in activating waste removal via your lymph nodes.    

  Lymphatic Drainage 

  Your lymphatic system is responsible for eliminating cellular waste products. This system collects all the waste from your tissues for elimination, a process referred to as lymphatic drainage. Your lymph system does not have a pump so it requires exercise and movement to stimulate it to function well.

 When your lymphatic system is not working properly, waste and toxins can build up and make you sick. Lymphatic congestion is a major factor leading to inflammation and disease. By stimulating your lymphatic system with dry brushing you will help your body release toxins and this simple method is a powerful means detoxifying your body.

 The benefits of dry brushing

  Dry brushing will remove dead dry skin, improving its appearance, clearing your clogged pores, and allowing your skin to breathe. It will also improve circulation which helps to bring oxygen and nutrients to the skin.

  Reduces Cellulite

  Dry skin brushing is also one of the most effective ways to eliminate cellulite. It does so by softening hard fat deposits while distributing them more evenly. This helps to diminish the appearance of cellulite.

 

 How to body brush?

  The best time to do dry brushing is the morning before you take a shower. You may wish to avoid doing it at night-time since it can energize you.

  Get a high-quality dry brush with bristles made from natural materials. They should feel stiff but should not scratch.

 The pressure you apply should be firm but not painful. Don't scrub; don't brush your face or other sensitive areas that might become irritated as a result.

Start from the bottom up, at your feet, brushing always toward your heart, which is best for circulation and your lymphatic system. Continue to work your way up your legs to your arms, chest, back, and stomach.

 This as you can see is very simple and it will take a few minutes each day but it’s very powerful when done daily , soon you'll get all the health benefits of it.

Tips to help you achieve healthy glowing skin.

Smooth healthy glowing skin is a signature of youth. Understand your skin and figure out what best you can do for it. Following a healthy routine to care your skin is imperative for a healthy, youthful skin. Acne, wrinkles, pimples, tanned, dull or pale looking skin is too common these days. However, we do not require a rocket scientist to tell us that most of the damage is possible due to a unhealthy environment and our eating habits. The good news is that you can take care of your skin with simple tips and ingredients. Here are some tips listed below to obtain natural healthy, subtle and younger looking skin:

Healthy Diet:

You can keep your younger skin looking young for longer by consuming a balanced diet. A planned diet plays remarkable part for your overall well being. Eating plenty of coloured vegetables and fruits as these contribute in keeping younger, glowing and healthy skin.  A healthy & wholesome diet assures the right amount of minerals and vitamins that are vital in preventing the ageing factors.

Water Consumption:

It’s important to keep yourself hydrated for overall physical and mental well being. Skin is the major body part that can lose its beauty due to lack of water. The benefits are enhanced particularly when taking other healthy drinks as well such as herbal teas etc. Water flushes toxins out of the body that leaves you healthy and looking younger than your age.

Regular Exercise:

It’s vital to conduct regular workouts in your daily routine as it’s beneficial in promoting blood circulation. Proper blood circulation supplies oxygen and nutrients to every cell of your body, will make your skin glow. Workouts assist in maintaining good health that ultimately affects the look of your skin.

Skin Hygiene:

You should look at  your skin type before applying any soap, face wash, body wash and/or moisturiser to your skin. See that you use a product suited to your skin type. For some hand washes / shower gels / wipes etc cause skin sensitivities.

Exposure to Sunlight:

Avoid excess sunlight as much as possible, because it can be disastrous for skin colour, glow and freshness. Make it a habit to use sun block every day. Eat foods that reduces skin inflammation including vitamin C, E and omega 3 acids particularly.

Adequate Sleep:

Proper sleeping routine ranging from 6 to 8 hours is also advisable in order to maintain overall health as well as skin. It offers enough time to your body and skin to relax. Though time ranges can be different as per individual needs but taking enough rest is imperative. Remember lack of sleep accumulates over time resulting in puffiness and dull looking skin.

Acne Prevention Tips.

Having acne-prone skin can present a daily challenge. But there are plenty of different treatment options available to prevent and control breakouts.

Clean your skin properly daily

It is important to keep your skin clean by washing it daily. The goal is to remove any dead skin, makeup and impurities that have accumulated throughout the day. Gently massage the cleanser suited to your skin type and rinse with warm water. To avoid further irritation and inflammation, especially during a breakout, use a mild cleanser. Avoid scrubbing your skin, which will spread bacteria, by using your clean hands or a fresh, soft white face cloth, then rinse and towel dry with your own towel.

Minimise the use of makeup & hair products

Let your pores breathe… Especially during a breakout! You may be tempted to cover up blemishes, but it can worsen the existing acne. If you decide to wear makeup, try to use oil-free cosmetics without added dyes or chemicals. Additionally, your hair products can have a similar effect on your complexion. Avoid using fragrances, oils and harsh chemicals on your hair as they can fall onto your face and block the pores. For longer hair, simply keep it pulled back off your face. As always, be sure to cleanse your skin before you go bed whenever you wear any product or not.

Keep your hands off!

This may sound simple enough, but may be one of the hardest to accomplish. It’s amazing how often we touch our face and skin throughout the day. Steer clear of propping your chin or cheek on your hands or avoid touching your face in general. Pressing against skin cells can not only spread bacteria, but it can further irritate already inflamed skin. And never pick or squeeze pimples with your fingers. It can lead to further infection, worse breakouts and even scarring. Keep your hands clean and off your face.

Use over-the-counter acne products with care

Though effective, over-the-counter acne products contain the antibacterial agent benzoyl peroxide, which can cause peeling and drying of the skin. Any active ingredients can also cause redness and scaling for those with sensitive skin. Use these ointments with caution by applying small amounts at first and adjusting as needed.

Skinceutical’s answer to acne.

·        Blemish + age cleansing gel - Exfoliating cleanser for ageing skin prone to imperfections - Designed for ageing skin prone to breakouts, LHA Cleansing Gel combines potent cleansing agents with LHA, glycolic acid and salicylic acid to exfoliate, smooth the appearance of irregularities and brighten skin.

·        Blemish + age solution is an exfoliating toner for ageing skin prone to blemishes. Designed for ageing skin prone to imperfections, Blemish + Age Solution is formulated with a combination of 3 exfoliating agents to help remove excess residue and surface cells.

·        Blemish and age serum is a targeted, oil-free approach to target imperfections and address the visible signs of premature skin ageing. This acid blend combines 2% dioic acid with an optimal alpha- and beta-hydroxy acid formulation designed to help protect against the appearance of imperfections, minimise blemishes, and help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

·        Clarifying clay masque-Deep pore-cleansing, skin-refining clay masque. This non-drying masque combines earth clays kaolin and bentonite, botanicals and minerals. It helps sooth and calm the skin; along with hydroxy acid blend.

Live Healthy!

One of the best things you can do for yourself, and your skin, is to live a healthier lifestyle. How you eat and treat your body is directly related to how you look and feel. Foods rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene are essential to healthy skin. Including more fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your diet will help you look and feel great. Additionally, exercising regularly can reduce stress and enhance blood flow which contributes to other acne fighting regimens. Avoid wearing hats and similarly constrictive clothing that cause excessive sweating, which can increase skin irritation and bacteria. And again, always shower after sports to clear your pores.

Acne can be a common occurrence for many people, but adding some of these tips into your daily skin care routine can result in less breakouts and healthier skin.Avoid overstripping your skin with harsh ingredients as they will have a negative affect.
 Treatments such as LED light therapy, Jet Peels, Salicylic peel can all help to heal acne.

 If severe acne continues to plague you do not hesitate to call a doctor or dermatologist as prescription medication may be necessary.

Is Halloween giving you the 'Jitters'? Allow us to settle you down with a relaxing and comforting massage.

Bliss Massage

Spice up your October with this warming aromatherapy Massage. Drift into the luxurious aroma of warming oils being massaged into your muscles.  These warming scents, aided by knowledgeable hands will ease away tension providing lasting relief from those hurried daily schedules.
 60 minute massage €75

Dry Skin

Dry skin is very often an issue as the weather gets colder and the heating in your home and work will be blasting causing dehydration of the skin and hair.

But it does not have to be, in fact there is a lot you can do to prevent dry skin conditions.

Look for some of these ingredients in your products as they can make a difference in the way your skin looks and feels.

OPI

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Why is Massage so good for you?

As we continue to lead our busy lives, massage has become a necessity instead of for only relaxation. Massage has been proven to have the following benefits including stress relief, pain relief, managing anxiety and depression, stiffness, blood pressure control, infant growth, boosting immunity and assisting in healing sports-related injuries.

Massage encourages healing by promoting the flow of blood and lymph, relieving tension, stimulating nerves and stretching and loosening muscles and connective tissue to keep them elastic. It helps move lymph, blood and oxygen to the various organs and tissues in ways that normally are not happening for people.

The other reason massage has such remarkable results is the touch factor. Touch calms people, reduces blood pressure, boosts immune system function and makes people feel cared for. All of these factors are very important to those seeking health and healing.

Research around the world has proven that with health concerns such as migraines, chronic pain and depression, weekly to monthly massages have been shown to have effective, long-term benefits that assist with shorter recovery times and longer periods of well being compared to exclusive medication use.

Try to receive a massage treatment at least once a month for continued well-being.

Not all dryness, redness, and irritation of the skin is created equal.

 

If you feel like you're constantly trying to soothe skin issues, you're not alone. Cleansing religiously, exfoliating too often, and topping it all off with a generous layering of strong anti-aging products are just a few of the things that send your complexions into a tailspin. Increasing stress and environmental allergies also make skin more prone to problems.

Despite countless products labelled "for sensitive skin" on shop shelves, treating a sensitive complexion isn't a one-size-fits-all affair. "Sensitive" products that work well for your friend's skin could just as easily wreak havoc on yours, so it's important to get beyond the general label and figure out what's really irritating your skin.

·       Your kin is taut and itchy - It might mean your cleanser is too drying. It's the number one culprit behind unnecessary irritation. Avoid ingredients such as sodium lauryl sulfate and ammonium laureth sulphate, harsh detergents commonly used in facial cleansers and soaps that break down the natural lipids in skin. When this happens, it's like a double whammy. Little invisible cracks in the skin form, causing moisture to seep out and allowing irritants in. Suddenly, other products in your routine that didn't irritate your skin before might now.

Try using a gentle cream cleanser such as Cetaphil – you will get this at your Pharmacy, OR Camomile cleanser by Eminence Organic Skincare available at the salon and spa. These will both allow your skin to maintain moisture levels.

 

 

·       Your skin is  sensitive, burning and stinging It might mean: Anti-ageing product overload. Packing too many anti-ageing ingredients into your routine can make skin sensitive as it can affect the skins natural barrier. The more products you use, the greater chance one won't agree with your skin." Second, mixing different anti-ageing ingredients, like retinoids and alpha hydroxy acids—both of which work by sloughing off dead, dull cells to reveal healthier and more youthful skin underneath—means that you're essentially exfoliating twice, which can seriously strip skin and increase the potential for irritation.

Try to stick with a good quality antioxidant vitamin C serum per day and a moisturiser fortified with anti-ageing ingredients. Those that include ingredients that builds up skin's barrier, like hyaluronic or peptides.

·       Your skin is prone to blushing and flushing, sometimes accompanied by tiny red pimples. It might mean that you have rosacea. Characterised by blood vessels that swell and produce redness at the slightest agitation—from cold, heat, wind, stress, or spicy foods—the condition traditionally develops after age 30. The exact cause is still unknown, and specific triggers differ for everyone. What experts do know: A liberal, daily application of an SPF 30 is a must. Sun exposure breaks down the supportive structures, like collagen, around blood vessels, exacerbating redness. Watch your sugar intake as this may make the redness worse.

 

Apply Redness neutraliser serum by Skinceutical-Formulated with patent-pending NeuroMed Complex, Redness Neutralizer prevents and corrects redness associated with rosacea by combating environmental triggers and interrupting the inflammation cascade while protecting the skin’s barrier.Minimises redness flare-ups by controlling hyper-reactivity to environmental triggersCools skin temperature, so  ideal for rosacea as well as sensitive skin types and conditions sunscreen daily to prevent symptoms from getting worse.



                                                                         

Sensitive skin often can not tolerate chemical UV filters, like avobenzone, but physical blockers titanium dioxide and zinc oxide protect without irritation. Try Skinceutical mineral based sun barriers.

For serious, persistent rosacea, see your dermatologist, who can recommend the right treatment for your skin.

 

                 ·       Your  skin is scaly  with   rough patches on the skin

It might mean: You're having an eczema flare-up. When working properly, the top layer of skin acts like a strong film that seals in hydration and protects deeper layers of skin. Eczema-prone complexions suffer from a faulty skin barrier that allows water to easily escape, leading to extreme dryness and flakiness. When irritants like smoke and fragrances then settle on skin, immune cells rush to the area to respond, triggering inflammation. Though 90% of people are diagnosed before the age of five, with symptoms often fading during childhood, eczema is a chronic condition that may make you more prone to dryness and irritation at any age.

To enhance skin's resilience, apply a humectant-based moisturiser after cleansing while skin is still moist. Drink lots of water and take fish oils.

Skin care ingredients to avoid if you have eczema and psoriasis or sensitive skin.

 

Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS)

 

Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) and the similar sodium laureth sulphate (SLES) are detergents that act as cleansers, emulsifiers and foamers and are present in lots of household and industrial items. They are present in the vast majority of personal care products including moisturisers, body lotions and shampoos. There are several variations of these ‘sulphate’ (or sulphate) chemicals and they differ slightly in composition, but fundamentally they are the same. They appear in personal care products primarily because they’re cheap and highly effective cleansers and foaming agents.

 

They are known to be skin irritants. They are detergents and so their properties are very similar to soap – stripping the skin of moisture and protective oils. SLS is the most common of these detergent chemicals and it is the one that causes most skin irritation – it prevents the skin from being able to efficiently defend itself from the environment. It has been proven that SLS is a very abrasive irritant that was still detectable in research subjects for three weeks post use. SLES causes less irritation than SLS but is more expensive and thus SLS is frequently used. Eliminating sulphates could be all you need to do to put an end to red, itchy, and dry skin.

Both SLS and SLES have been proven to aggravate skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis and so sufferers of these conditions are advised to eliminate sulphates entirely. Signs of sensitivity to sulphates include redness, scaling and itching of the skin, and an itchy scalp and hair loss when it is used in shampoos. Anyone who experiences these symptoms should switch to sulphate free products to see if their symptoms improve.

Eminence is a good quality organic skincare line free from any nasty ingredients.

 

 

Anti-ageing juice.

Juicing is good for you – your body & skin reflects what is going on in the inside.

Try a daily vegetable juice high in Vitamin C, iron, fibre and antioxidants. I recommend this juice to encourage a natural healthy glow and helps with anti- ageing of the skin as well;

Ingredients;

1 carrot,

½ a beetroot (including stems and leaves),

2 sticks of celery,

1 green apple,

2 kale leaves,

1 small piece ginger,

To taste you can add a few strawberries.

 **It is well worth investing in a good juicer that can juice leaf vegetables.  Try to have a juice daily.

Natural ways to delay the ageing process

1: Cut down on sugar

It’s pretty much impossible to eliminate sugar but we should reduce our intake considerably for the sake of our skin. Sugar accelerates the ageing process by causing damage to collagen and elastin in the skin, so cutting down on your consumption of the sweet stuff can reinvigorate your looks. If there is too much sugar in the body, protein molecules can cross-link with sugar molecules. Once this cross-linking process has occurred, the new sugar proteins are called advanced glycation end products (AGEs). The human body does not recognize AGEs as normal, and will produce antibodies that cause inflammation in the skin. Once formed, AGEs tend to gravitate toward dermal collagen and elastin.

2: Exercise

Staying within a healthy weight range will keep you looking younger: being too thin can have an ageing effect on the face, and being overweight can make you appear older. Exercise is immensely helpful when trying to maintain a healthy weight and has countless benefits to health, including better sleep and increased energy levels. It also improves circulation and blood flow to the skin and giving it a healthy, youthful glow. Strength training will help tighten and firm the muscles – building lean, toned muscles is one of the most effective ways to look younger than your years.

3: Get enough sleep

Our bodies restore themselves during sleep, it’s the time our cells repair the DNA damage from the day before. The concept of beauty sleep is not a myth – being sleep deprived can definitely be detrimental to our looks. Everyone’s sleep requirements are different, but aiming for at least 7 hours is a good target.

4: Get enough vitamin D

Some studies found that people with higher levels of Vitamin D age more slowly than those with lower levels, but it’s not clear why. Make sure you get enough of the ‘sunshine’ vitamin, but be careful not to overdo sun-exposure, which will not only have an ageing effect on the skin but will also increase your risk of skin cancer.

5. Drink plenty of water -drinking plenty of water keeps you hydrated which keeps your skin moisturised, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Fish oils help dehydrated skin also.

6: Yoga & Meditation

Yoga and Meditation - soothes and de-stresses, and improves your posture and muscle tone and help you sleep. All of these help keep the ravages of age at bay. 

7: Be happy-Smiling uses fewer muscles than frowning, be happyand you will feel better and when you feel good you look good. 

Beauty habits you need to quit

 While some of the things we do each morning in front of the mirror are tried and true beauty regimens that have been around for centuries, the majority of the rest – pulling  split ends, squeezing spots , using the same tube of mascara for months – are really bad . Of course, people have been doing all of those things for centuries too, but we've rounded up all the reasons it would be a good idea to stop. Because maybe, there's a chance at kicking these bad beauty habits for the sake of being more beautiful in the long run.

     Tweezing/ picking at ingrown hairs.

Why we do it: A blemish that hurts and basically looks like a hairy spot that  is impossible to ignore.Why it needs to stop: The truth is, you can't grab that hair. No matter how promising it seems. Never tweeze in-grown hairs on your own as this can cause an infection or scarring.To remedy this situation, exfoliate and apply pimple medicine that contains salicylic acid.  

     Holding onto makeup for years.  

Why we do it: If you spent €45 on a lipstick, or an eyeliner, chances are you don't want to admit that you aren't wearing it every day. So you leave it in your makeup bag for months and eventually, years.

Why it needs to stop: Conjunctivitis is just not worth it nor is blepharitis. All those bottles, tubes, etc of makeup essentially become mini-petri dishes for bacteria from your face, makeup brushes, and fingers. Ingredients will also eventually separate and/or evaporate, leaving you with crumbly germ flakes – never-mind the clutter it is inevitably creating in your bathroom.

     Not regularly washing makeup brushes.

Why we do it: We can barely drum up the energy to cleanse our face each day.Why it needs to stop: Bacteria and even mold will get lodged between the fibres and fester. A quick rinse with warm water and soap on a monthly basis will keep you from picking up contact dermatitis or rubbing your face with mold.

  

      Squeezing pores and/or popping spots.  

Why we do it: No matter how many times someone tells you to hold off on popping a spot, when confronted with a white head or worse, a painful, swollen, under-the-skin blemish, your first instinct is, I will not rest until I have squeezed this.

Why it needs to stop: The relief you feel from the initial squeeze is immediately replaced with the realisation that you've made a giant red spot that will last for days and no foundation will cover. Plus, chances are you're creating craters in your face, which will lead to possible lifetime scarring.

      Excessive use of black head strips.

Why we do it: It's so satisfying to see those sebum filled pores!

Why it needs to stop: Overuse will only really further dry out your skin, which makes skin produce extra sebum. It's a vicious cycle. Really try to keep these at a minimum.

   Not washing face before sleep.

Why we do it: Nightlife/work/exhaustion gets in the way.Cleaning is very important .

Why it needs to stop? Pretty much every dermatologist and facial Therapist pleads that we need to remove the day's dirt and grime each night to prevent pores from getting further clogged up with dirt and oil.

        Plucking eyebrows between wax appointments.

Why we do it: Who wants those little baby eyebrow hairs ruing our sense of perfection while they're growing back in. Why it needs to stop: Hair grows at different rates, which means those self-plucked hairs might not be long enough for the next appointment. This only means they'll crop up sooner than you'd like post-wax, perpetuating the vicious cycle.

      Cutting cuticles.

Why we do it? Because there is no consensus on whether we should or shouldn't. It's confusing.

   Why it needs to stop: The cuticles are there to protect the nail, the more you leave them alone, the less you will need to cut them. To maintain them properly apply cuticle oil. 

The foods you eat definitely affect your skin in a dramatic way. Have you ever eaten something and suddenly your skin looks amazing and it made you feel great. How about when you eat something and the next day you have a pimple? This is why I recommend that you eliminate process foods from your diet and eat organic as much as possible.The best thing I can tell is to see a nutritionist as they can help you have a healthy diet that really works for your body type and level of activity.

   Picking at split ends.

Why it needs to stop: Unless you're using proper hair shears, once you get caught up in the effort to search and destroy, you're actually just damaging the hair further (and going cross-eyed during the process).

 Plucking grey hairs.

     Why we do it: When you have a total of ten grey hairs it's hard to resist the urge to simply extract them. Out of sight, out of mind. Why it needs to stop: They're just going to grow right back, but short and stubby and more difficult to hide. Pigment helps to keep the hair soft and supple. 

      

Using oil-free skincare on oily skin.

   If  you strip an oily skin too much – it actually causes the skin to produce more oil.Picking at gel polish instead of having them professionally removed.

 Why it needs to stop: Ripping or peeling off any coating is a temptation you must resist! Doing so can weaken or damage the natural nail, as precious layers of the nail plate get pulled away with each chip of polish you take.  

     Shampooing hair daily.

Why it needs to stop: Like the skin on your body, the scalp compensates for oils that are repeatedly washed out each day. It'll take patience, but try to wean yourself of daily shampoos and you'll see your hair will find its own natural balance of oil production. You should soon be able to go at least  two  days between washes.

     Overusing the Clarisonic skin brush.

Why we do it: If a little bit is good, then a lot will get us one step closer to achieving the pore less?

      Why it needs to stop: Clarisonics or any exfoliating agent should really only be used two to three times a week; otherwise, it will actually over-scrub your skin and cause dry patches. Remember no- body needs to exfoliate daily.

      Peeling dead skin post-sunburn.

    No one wants flaky skin. Why it needs to stop: While it  may appear satisfying to peel a piece that's bigger than the last, you're grabbing healthy skin each time too. The baby-skin below is more susceptible to sunburns and infections. Instead preserve skin by lotioning up, then exfoliate in the shower with a gentle scrub