A natural flu remedy, Letibalm and a giveaway

I hate winter. The cold, the constant sniffles, dry and irritated skin, and the flu… the dreaded flu. The kind Ivohealth people recently sent us a hamper containing our favorite winter lip balm and the ingredients to create our own natural flu remedy.

A natural flu remedy, Letibalm and a giveaway

A natural flu remedy, Letibalm and a giveaway

Honey, lemon & ginger cold and flu remedy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of honey
  • 2 lemons – sliced
  • a chunk of fresh ginger – sliced

Method

  1. Add the lemon slices, ginger and honey in layers to fill a glass jar.
  2. Place the sealed jar in the fridge for 12+ hours to allow the flavours to infuse.
  3. Add a teaspoon or 2 of the remedy to hot water and enjoy immediately. Make sure to stir the mixture well before using as the ingredients may separate.
  4. The sealed remedy can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 months.
  5. Feel better!

Letibalm

Letibalm came into our lives a couple of years ago and it has been a winter essential ever since. It’s actually been a year-round essential as I suffer with allergies.

A natural flu remedy, Letibalm and a giveaway

Whether it’s caused by allergies, hay-fever, colds or flu, blowing the nose repeatedly can damage delicate skin leaving it red, chapped and sore. Letibalm has been especially created to protect and care for the lips, nose and the skin in-between. Originally from Spain, it’s the first balm of its kind and the only nose and lip repair balm available in South Africa. Letibalm gently moisturises dry skin, helps to repair painful cracks and calms irritation. It also creates a protective layer on the skin to prevent further chapping.  Thanks to natural decongestants menthol and camphor, Letibalm also helps to ease breathing.

Letibalm is available at a recommended retail price of R69.90 from Dis-Chem, selected Checkers stores and independent pharmacies. It comes in 3 variants: Letibalm fluid (10ml tube), Letibalm (10ml jar) and Letibalm Paediatric (10ml jar – for children 0 to 8 years).

GIVEAWAY

I’m giving away TWO hampers of Letibalm nose and lip repair balm (worth over R200 each). This prize is the perfect winter soother and contains all three varieties of Letibalm – paediatric (for children 0 to 8 years), regular fluid and the regular balm.

All you have to do is comment below and you are in the draw. Extra entries for Facebook and Twitter shares  – make sure to leave a separate comment for each telling me where you’ve shared the giveaway. Please make sure to leave your Twitter handle and/or Facebook name for verification purposes. Max of 3 entries per person. Giveaway is open to SA residents only. The sponsor will send the prizes directly to the winners. Winners will be announced on 27 June ’18.

Good luck!

xoxo

Ditch the Itch this Winter

Is your skin already feeling the effects of the colder weather? Is your skin dry, itchy, scaly, sensitive, inflamed? I feel your pain. Below is a round-up of my current favourites products to ditch the itch from head to toe.

Ditch the Itch this Winter

Lamelle Serra Soothing Cream – R665

Ditch the Itch Lamelle Serra Soothing Cream

Oh my word!! Serra Soothing Cream is a freakin’ lifesaver! If you suffer from dry skin, this product is Heaven sent. This cream treats exceptionally dry, sensitive, inflamed or allergic skin and it does it very well. This cream most definitely lives up to its name. My tube is nearing empty and I need more. Trust me, it is a must have for winter. Pop over to the Lamelle website to have a look at the other products in the range. I need to get my hands on it all too.

Dr. Dermal The Omega Skin Oil – R675

Ditch the Itch Dr Dermal Omega Skin Oil

Holy grail. I used the Dr. Dermal Omega Skin Oil in 2016 and it is still the best facial oil for winter I’ve used. I got away with not using it last year, but change of season has been hell on my skin this year and I need it. Badly. If you want to try it (and I know you do) you can use my discount code PRETTYPLEASE5 to save 5% on all your purchases on www.drdermal.com.

Avene XeraCalm Cleansing Oil (R250) & Lipid Replenishing Balm (R320)

Avene XeraCalm Replenishing Cleansing Oil is formulated for very dry skin and skin prone to itching and atopic-dermatitis.  It is freakin’ fantastic! The lipid-rich formula helps to repair, nourish and strengthen the skin’s barrier whilst cleansing and it leaves skin feeling soft, comfortable and smooth. This super gentle cleansing oil is soap and fragrance-free and is safe for adults, children and infants. It can be used on the face and body. I’ve tried it on my face and it is gorgeous. Does a great job taking off make-up too.

The Avene XeraCalm Lipid-Replenishing Balm is specially formulated with mineral-rich thermal spring water and lipid-rich ingredients to ditch the itch. And it does it very well. The balm is thick, nourishing and very soothing. It deeply hydrates severely dry skin and can be used on infant, children’s and adult skin.

Cetaphil DailyAdvance Ultra Hydrating Lotion – R360

Ditch the Itch Cetaphil DailyAdvance Lotion

If you prefer a lotion to a thick cream or balm, the Cetaphil DailyAdvance Ultra Hydrating Lotion is the one for you. It feels very light, but it is very hydrating and soothing. It can be used on the face and body and it works great with my sensitive skin.

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Stick AP+ – R170

Ditch the Itch - La Roche-Posay Lipikar Stick AP+

The La Roche-Posay Lipikar Stick AP+ stick has been formulated for atopic eczema-prone skin, itchy skin, irritated skin and dry, patchy skin. It instantly relieves scratching urges and is said to reduce eczema lesions. This gorgeous product is perfect to treat dry patches on the face and body and it makes for a fantastic lip balm too.

Mixa Cica Repair Balm – R80

Ditch the Itch - Mixa

The Mixa Cica Repair Balm is super thick and an absolute winner and a must-have during winter. It reinforces skin barrier function and relieves skin discomfort. Perfect to treat rough, scaly skin on face, body and hands.

Do you have any products that you swear by?! I would love to know how you ditch the itch. Please share your tips in the comments below.

xoxo