Skincare
Whether you sport a brolly
for a traditional British summer or soak up the rays by the Mediterranean sea,
here are some simple diet, moisturising and exfoliating solutions to get your
skin glowing for summer.
Only
put on your skin what you would put into your mouth, but why?
When
dehydrated you may notice that moisturiser or makeup disappears not long after
applying it. This is your body absorbing moisture to hydrate cells. Both
expensive and cheap skin creams can contain synthetic scents, dioxins and
parabens that can be soaked into your pores, leading to more toxins in the body
and the potential aging of cells. Therefore, always check labels for
ingredients to make sure you are making a well informed choice on your
skincare.
Face
Treatment
Exfoliating
and skincare when showering
Exfoliating
is a good start to any skincare regime. Removing dead cells allows new cells to
receive nourishment. Be careful to avoid harsh, daily exfoliation techniques
that can damage sensitive skin on the face.
Face
Wash
Green
People face wash is ideal for your face as this area has the most delicate
skin cells. A gentle wash with a muslin cloth and a pat dry with a towel
can achieve good results.
Natural
moisturiser options
If
you have the time, make your own bespoke moisturiser to use before you apply
makeup in the morning and after cleansing in the evening last thing at
night. Add essential skin nutrient antioxidants A, C, E, and CoQ10 to an oil
base such as almond oil. By adding oil, you will notice how much further
your makeup goes and won’t need to use as much. If you are prone to
spots, add witch hazel and coconut oil (providing caprylic acid) to work as
antimicrobials.
If
you don’t have time to make your own, Environ moisturiser has been formulated
by skin expert Dr Fernandes to provide a natural solution to skin conditions
such as rosacea, eczema and premature aging.
Body
Treatment
Use
the Sisal
Body Brush in gentle circular motions on the body to remove dead skin and
stimulate the lymphatic system to breakdown cellulite and remove toxins for
smooth skin. Apply Aloe vera to cool and heal the skin and fatty acids to
hydrate and plump the skin tissue.
Moisturising
after sun exposure
Coconut
oil has
a lovely refreshing scent and provides medium chain fatty acids to nourish
skin, making it soft and supple. Coconut oil has a low SPF of 4 and
therefore the addition of a gentle sun cream such as RAD
can protect against further sun damage to the skin.
How
to use coconut oil as a moisturiser
·
Use
a pea size amount around your eye socket and rub in gently, especially into
areas where there are faint lines.
·
Next,
moisturise with a sparing amount of coconut oil over the rest of your face and
body, adding more to dry areas such as between the brows, elbows and knees.
·
Lastly,
use as a lip solve. You can put a little bit into a tin to carry around to use
throughout the day.
Include
in your diet
·
As
well as applying antioxidants to the skin, eat plenty of fruits, vegetables,
nuts and seeds, which provide antioxidant nutrients such as vitamins A, C, E
and zinc to nourish your skin from the inside out.
·
Drink
green tea liberally! It is packed full of antioxidants which have anti-aging
properties, support skin integrity and protect against UV damage.
·
Eat
tomatoes and peppers, they contain lycopene which
has skin protective properties.
·
Add
turmeric to flavour your dishes, it contains lots of protective plant nutrients
which can support skin integrity.
