Julie-Nelson-Natural-Perfumer
Natural Perfume and Menopause- Julie Nelson – “Our sense of smell is our most powerful sense and has a direct link to … Read more
What does MSM do for hair, nails and skin? 2023 Guide
Greece’s famous philosophers, such as Hippocrates and Plato, and Rome’s Galen studied the effects of hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is simply, bathing in thermal … Read more
Precious metals for rejuvenation – Colloidal Gold 2023 Guide
When I think of gold, King Tut’s beautiful mask comes to mind. Au, so beautiful. Humans have been mesmerized by the lustre … Read more
Pearl powder-2023 Guide
Jackie O said, ‘Pearls are always appropriate’. Lady Sarah Churchill said she felt undressed without them. Grace Kelly called them the ‘queen … Read more
Shea Butter for skin-2023 Guide
Shea butter is such an interesting ingredient. Although it is grown in sunny Africa, it’s one of the best things for your … Read more
Pomegranate seed oil – more powerful than green tea and red wine-2023 Guide
Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Pomegranates have been symbols of prosperity, fertility and abundance since antiquity. Leonardo da Vinci painted them. They appear in … Read more
Buddleja – the flower secret with anti oxidant super powers-2023 Guide
I love the power inside simple flowers. Modern cosmetic researchers are looking at the overlooked flowers that we see in daily life. … Read more
4 Natural alternatives to Retinol you should use 2023 Guide
What is retinol? Retinol is a synthetic form of Vitamin A touted by dermatologists for its anti-ageing power. It’s used to reduce … Read more
Natural remedies for Psoriasis-2023 Guide
Psoriasis Psoriasis is estimated to affect about a million people in the UK. Aromatherapists, by the very nature of their profession, encounter … Read more
Natural remedies for Eczema 2023 Guide
Natural remedies for Eczema (Dermatitis) Eczema is a problem for 10% of the population. The name is derived from a Greek word … Read more
Skincare routine for dry skin – 2023 Guide
If you’ve reached ‘that stage’ of life when your skin is not quite as comfortable as it used to be, you may … Read more
Menopause and back pain – 2023 Guide
Another little-spoken-about aspect of menopause is back pain. And now that working from home is a Thing, I’m guessing back pain is … Read more
Menopause and Hair Loss- 2023 Guide
If Rapunzel was in perimenopause, she wouldn’t have enough hair to make a climbing rope for the Prince. One of the less … Read more
Essential Oils for Depression and Anxiety during Menopause-2023 Guide
Along with the hot flashes, weight gain and mood swings, menopause is also a time when our mental health takes a knock. … Read more
Bach Flower Remedies List – 2023 Guide
What are Bach Flower Remedies? They’re gentle natural extracts made from flowers and trees. The original 38 remedies were developed in the … Read more
Baobab oil 2023 Guide
If Africa had to pick a wonder extract, it would be Baobab Oil. Not only is the tree full of mythical lore … Read more
The vitamin your skin craves
Some skincare ingredients have exotic names, like Moroccan Argan and Tunisian Orange Blossom. Others are less glitzy, but powerful in an understated … Read more
Clarins Double Serum
What’s inside Clarins Double Serum? I’m often asked if a certain product is any good, whether it’s natural, whether it will work … Read more
Jupiter and Saturn – the ‘Christmas Star’ in 2020
Christmas Star Hooray. Only a few more sleeps till Winter Solstice. To me, this time of year feels dense and syrupy. Inbetween … Read more
Marula Oil-2023 Guide
While Marula may be a ‘new’ ingredient to hair and skincare formulators and natural health bloggers, it was harvested by San hunter … Read more
Facial Rejuvenation Secrets – Gua Sha – 2023 Guide
Gua Sha is one of the latest luxury wellness treatments done with stylish jade or rose quartz tools. Pronounced gwa sha, it’s … Read more
Japanese Skin Care- 2023 Guide
Why Japanese skin is flawless? I’m fascinated with how different cultures have their own beauty secrets. Japanese women have a mystery to … Read more
Why I don’t use Skincare Acids
Why would you even want to use an acid on your skin? Isn’t it dangerous? And if you live a clean and … Read more
Clinique Moisture Surge
I’m often asked, what’s inside a well known facial care product or cosmetic. So that’s what today’s post is about… I’m going … Read more
Hyaluronic Acid – 2023 Guide
What is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic Acid is a naturally occurring mucopolysaccharide that provides lubrication and cushioning to the movable parts of the … Read more
Lemongrass-2023 Guide
What to do with lemongrass Although it smells lemony, lemongrass is not related to lemons or any of the citrius family. Instead … Read more
How to fade acne scars with Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP)-2023 Guide
Acne and pimples suck. I thought my teenage years of misery with spots were a thing of the past, but then the … Read more
Sunbathing for health -Your 2023 Guide
Sunbathing has many health benefits. So what does sunlight do for the body?’ Sunlight is essential for Vitamin D production (hello strong … Read more
Naked Yoga
It’s not surprising that yoga has many trendy hybrids, be it yoga with dogs, goats, lemurs or on horseback. There’s yoga in … Read more
Sea Fennel For Glowing Skin – 2023 Guide
Sea fennel has a long history with humans, both as food and medicine. The Ancient Greeks used it for liver issues, Shakespeare … Read more
Cacay Oil vs Rosehip & Argan. Your 2023 Guide to Retinol Alternatives for Youthful-Looking Skin
What is Cacay Oil? Cacay oil is a new natural anti-ageing oil that stimulates cellular turnover and slows collagen breakdown. It has … Read more
Argan Oil vs Jojoba Oil – 2023 Guide- Hair and Skincare
It’s obvious to me now, but when I started my skincare journey in 2003 , I didn’t know much about Jojoba and … Read more
Aromatherapy Inhaler – recipes
Now that we’re all looking for ways to stay healthy and keep our mood up, essential oils are an easy way. I’ve … Read more
Rosacea & Celtic Skin – 2023 Guide-Natural Moisturizer, Essential Oils
Rosacea is one of the painful inflammatory skin conditions that affects many Celtic, Scandinavian, Scottish, Welsh and Eastern European skin types. Over … Read more
What is hydrosol? 2023 Guide
If you’re one of my newsletter subscribers, you’ll know I LOVE hydrosols. But what are they? You may have read about hydrosols … Read more
Menopause acne – Your 2023 Guide
Even if your skin has been blemish -free for decades, you might find a spot! Before you reach for teen products to … Read more
Hibiscus Natural Botox – 2023 Guide
Hibiscus is an anti-aging superpower and termed the natural botox plant. It’s a secret ingredient for making your hair shine and your … Read more
Glossary of Natural Ingredients – 2023 Guide
Here’s a list of natural ingredients for hair and skin with anti-ageing benefits. Use it when you’re trying to figure out which … Read more
Rosehip seed oil FAQ – 2023 Guide
Roses are said to be the pinnacle of the floral kingdom. In Summer they provide sweet scented blooms, then come Autumn there … Read more