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Views
& tips from your side of the counter........
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BANISH
THOSE BLUES!
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If you are suffering
from those Winter Blues in the aftermath of Christmas just walk
them away! Short days, cold weather and low light levels can make
us all feel a bit glum but a recent study of 156 people suffering
from depression found that when they walked for 30 minutes a day,
three times a week their health and memories improved. They were
better equipped mentally to organise their day and found it easier
to complete tasks. The overall effect was that this regular walking
made them feel better. If thats not enough incentive then bear
in mind that each 30 minute walk burns around 250 calories!
QUICK
TIPS
- Always
smooth face products downwards and body products upwards this
helps to drain away toxins for firmer, healthier skin.
- Splashing
your face with cold water for 2 minutes boost circulation, exercises
capilleries and helps to enhance the absorption of your moisturiser.
- Iodine,
found in shellfish, is said to stimulate spots, so if you regular
breakouts, stay off the prawns!
Split
Ends
 How
do split ends happen and how can I protect them?
 Split
ends occur when the hair loses its keratin binding cement, called
ceramides. These are complex compounds of oils, minerals and proteins
that are necessary for maintaining moisture levels and bind together
the keratinic fibres. The most common cause is overuse of harsh
detergent shampoos and chemical operations such as bleaching
and perming. Other causes are harsh blowdrying, over vigorous
brushing and climatic changes. Keep hair regularly trimmed to
avoid splits travelling up the shaft and always use good quality
shampoo, preferably which contains ceramides. La Biosthetique
do a good range as do LOreal Elvive.
QUICK
FIX STATIC
When youre
styling your hair and static is making it fly around in all directions
just use two brushes! As soon as the static starts to build up
with the first brush, switch to the other and continue styling!
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INTERESTED
IN CALORIES? Well
you might find the following table surprising!
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FAT |
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LOW
FAT |
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Cappuccino
with sugar
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170
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Cappuccino
with skimmed milk,No sugar
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64
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| Mug
of Drinking Chocolate |
180
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Mug
of Options hot chocolate |
40
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McDonalds
Milkshake
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383
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McDonald
Milk Carton |
124
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| Can
of Sparkling Ribena |
75
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Can
of Diet Ribena |
63
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Tea,
whole milk, sugar
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86
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Tea,
skimmed milk, no sugar |
12
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Fave
Raves! - Liz Earle Bodywash  |
One
of my longstanding favourites on the bathroom shelf has been
Liz Earles Skincare System, and now I have to add her bodycare
products to my must-have list.After years of searching for
a truly natural range for sensitive skin (many ranges that
claim to be 'natural' still contain harmful chemicals and
detergents) I have long been a devotee of Liz's range. So
I was more than pleased to use the new bodycare range that
appeared in my |
Christmas
stocking! As with all Liz's products the results were amazing but
again it was the heavenly aromas that clinched it! The Orange Flower
Botanical Bodywash is absolutely gorgeous,wonderfully scented ,containing
natural scource vitamin E and plant extracts the lovely smell of
rose geranium is a superb way to start the day. And to end the day?
Relax in a bath of Liz's aromatherapy oils delighting in such names
as Harmony and Bliss .The smell is to die for, I promise! Liz's
products are suitable for all skin types including the very sensitive
and the customer care service is second to none so go on,treat yourself
to a slice of heaven! Visit www.lizearle.com to find out more.
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