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Beauty oil for every season

I love face, body and hair oils. My skin is temperamental though, so I can’t use the same beauty oil throughout the year… here are a few of my favourite oils for every season.

A beauty oil for every season

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse multi purpose dry oil

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse beauty oil

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil has cult status. It’s well deserved. I first tried it in 2014, and I am still a fan. Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse is a cocktail of 7 precious 100% botanical origin oils namely Tsubaki, Argan, Macadamia, Borage, Camellia, Hazelnut and Sweet Almond. This Omega rich oil nourishes, replenishes and beautifies the skin of your face, body and hair.  It provides long-lasting hydration and strengthens the skin’s barrier.  Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse absorbs almost instantly, gives your skin a healthy glow and it smells amazing. It is a pricey one, but if I could, I would use it every day from top to toe. It really is that good.

SKNlogic Omega Face Oil

SKNlogic Omega Face Oil

The SKNlogic Omega Face Oil is a superstar product that contains Omega 3, 5, 6, 7 and 9. It contains 9 different oils with natural cholesterols and ceramides that aid in improving barrier function. It also contains a powerful antioxidant blend of Vitamin C & E. It is lightweight, non-greasy and feels like a dry oil as it absorbs almost instantly. It is perfect for all skin types including compromised and sensitive skin. It can be used on its own or mixed with your moisturiser. I think this beauty oil is going to be a winner for me in summer as it’s not heavy at all. It also gives fantastic slip for facial massage and works like a bomb with a Gua Sha.

Raw Beauty Afriglow Multi-use Illuminating Dry Oil

Raw Beauty Afriglow Multi-use Illuminating Dry Oil

I got an awesome Instagram notification on Mother’s Day… I won a giveaway! Thank you again Flowers & Leaves . Included in the selfcare hamper, was an Afriglow dry oil. I was so excited… until I opened the bottle. The oil was most definitely illuminating. The rose gold serum oil looked extremely intimidating. Especially if you are as pale as I am. The bottle was staring at me for about two weeks, but as I don’t like to be wasteful, I decided to give it a try. The website stated that you can add a few drops to your foundation and apply your make-up as usual. HOLY COW! Holy grail older gals! The base is Squalane oil which is a bio-identical luxurious skin-nurturing oil.  It therefore doubles as a skincare serum.  It absorbs instantly and leaves a satin glow finish. This is a magic potion that truly gives a beautiful glow. I am weary of the word ‘glow’ as it often means oily for me. But this super lightweight oil gave my older, dull-looking skin, a beauty boost that it most definitely needs. When I use it, my skin looks bright and dewy, and I get complimented non-stop. It’s a must for winter. I hope that it performs just as well in summer as my skin tends to get oily in warmer months. Fingers crossed. PS It looks great on the body, but I am too stingy to waste a single drop. Well done Raw Beauty. WELL DONE. Afriglow is an extremely lightweight ‘dry’ oil,  allowing it to be enjoyed by all skin types as it leaves no greasy residue.  They say this rose gold serum blends into all skin types leaving behind a beautiful dewy glow.

Let’s not forget the natural oils…

Castor Oil

SOil castor oil

What can I say… castor oil is a gift from nature. This golden elixir deserves all the attention it has been getting lately.  Castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid, a rare compound renowned for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It hydrates, calms, soothes and leaves your skin feeling and looking its best. Castor oil is a deeply penetrating oil, and that’s where the magic lies. It’s not just amazing for your skin; it even offers relief from conditions like arthritis, muscle pain, and inflammation. Castor oil has so many benefits and it’s a must-have health and beauty oil for all over. I’ve been using SOil Organic Aromatherapy’s Castor Oil for a few months now and I am hooked. Mixed with SOil Organic Aromatherapy’s Jojoba Oil and Frankincencse, it makes a beautiful serum that’s being raved about all over social media.

Jojoba Oil

Flowers & Leaves Jojoba oil

I have been using Flowers & Leaves’ Jojoba Oil since the beginning of winter and it has turned out to be a godsend. I’m actually a bit sad that I didn’t realise sooner how amazing this oil is. Jojoba Oil isn’t actually an oil at all… it’s a liquid wax that is almost identical to the composition of the natural oils that our skins produce. Who knew?! What I do know is that Jojoba Oil is loved by my skin (and hair and nails). It absorbs beautifully and leaves my skin feeling deeply hydrated.  It not only hydrates and moisturises, it also soothes sensitive skin, protects the skin barrier, is non-comedogenic, and it works well with all skin types. It is a must if you suffer from dry, itchy scalp. I’ve also read that it may promote collagen production, minimise fine lines and wrinkles, minimise the appearance of scars, and so much more. Jojoba oil is a 10/10 oil.

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Youthology Pure Bioactive Collagen

Do you want to reduce wrinkles, increase skin elasticity, improve the condition of your nails and hair, improve gut health and reduce pain and inflammation? I say yes, yes, yes! Youthology Pure Bioactive Collagen is clinically proven to do just that. And so much more.

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Why do we need a collagen supplement? Collagen is essential for healthy skin, hair, nails, muscles and joints. We all want to look young, but I think feeling young should trump that. Collagen production starts to decrease from age 30 and that can have negative impact on the health of your skin, hair, nails, joints and muscles. This is where Youthology Pure Bioactive Collagen Powder comes in.

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YOUTHOLOGY PURE COLLAGEN POWDER contains specialised bioactive collagen peptides types l, ll & lll which are clinically proven to:

  • Significantly reduce wrinkles by up to 50% after 4 weeks.
  • Increase collagen in the skin by 60% with continued use.
  • Increase skin elasticity by 30%.
  • Improve growth and condition of nails and hair.
  • Improve gut health.
  • Increase lean muscle mass while decreasing fat mass.
  • Significantly decrease cellulite in 3‑6 months.
  • Improve joint mobility and reduce pain and inflammation within 3 months.

I’ve been diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis and the fact that Youthology Collagen can improve joint mobility and reduce pain and inflammation, made me jump at the chance to try this product. The health of my hair and nails has also declined because of the drugs that suppress my immune system. Illness and stress has also left its ‘mark’ on my face. I look old. I feel old. I think Youthology is helping my body to turn that around though. The long list of benefits of collagen, makes me want to kick myself for not starting earlier!

THE BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN

  • Collagen supplementation helps to strengthen the dermis layer of our skin, smoothing cellulite and hiding stretch marks and acne scars
  • Supplementing with collagen can increase skin flexibility and hydration, helping to reduce the depth of facial wrinkles
  • Collagen helps to build strong and healthy hair, nails and teeth
  • Collagen is more satiating than proteins, keeping you full longer and helping with weight loss
  • Supplementing with collagen can benefit bone strength by stimulating new bone growth to replace old and damaged cells
  • Supplementing with collagen can help in alleviating joint pain, stiffness and inflammation caused by arthritis
  • Supplementing with collagen helps to improve mobility and flexibility
  • Supplementing with collagen can help to improve the strength and size of tendons, joints and ligaments, helping to decrease injury rates
  • Collagen supplementation can help to speed up recovery time for torn joints and ligaments
  • An important collagen benefit is that it promotes proper digestive functions and can help prevent heartburn and ulcers
  • Collagen supplementation helps to repair the intestinal lining, helping to heal IBS and leaky gut
  • Youthology Pure Collagen Powder has a high amino acid content, including lysine and arginine, making it ideal post workout nutrition

I’ve been using Youthology Pure Collagen Powder every morning for almost 4 weeks. I take it in my coffee and I promise you, I can hardly tell. This product is truly a pleasure to use. My overall health is on the poor side at the moment and stress is taking over my life, but I think I’m starting to see and feel the difference. I believe that if I stick to it, I’ll be reaping the benefits. Of which there are so many!

Shopping on Youthology’s beautifully designed site was such a pleasure. I placed my order on a Friday and it was delivered to my door on the Monday! I am still blown away. I’ll be placing my next order soon…

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