April 17, 2012
Inflammation on the skin is related to inflammation inside the body. And while I (obviously) recommend many wonderful ingredients for soothing rosacea, eczema, allergic or sensitive complexions, it can’t be ignored that you also need to address the internal aspect of beauty. In my pursuit to educate y’all to the best of my abilities, I decided to sit down and have a chat with an expert. I was lucky enough to get some time with …
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March 2, 2012
Proper digestion and elimination are fundamental for beautiful skin. This is because poor digestion can lead to a build up of waste in our bodies, inflammation and malnutrition – and our skin responds accordingly with breakouts, redness or devitalization. This is why at Pure + Simple, we introduced the Chi Energy Facial, which includes a tummy massage to relieve tension in the abdomen and stimulate toxins to move. But bodywork is only one aid for …
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January 27, 2012
With a name like “Immortelle”, how can this flower not promote beauty? Also called “Everlasting” for is wonderful restorative properties, technical cosmetic geeks (like me) may know it by its INCI name: Helichrysum. I’ve used Helichrysum/Immortelle for years and love how soothing it is for sensitive skin as well as its yummy maple-like scent. I feel as though its sweetness calms down my Pitta heat – and it has a sort of caramelized smell to …
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March 8, 2011
I love hibiscus tea. Its tart but kind of sweet, and best of all it makes for a beautiful brilliant fuchsia color. We actually serviced hibiscus tea martinis at our engagement party by making an iced tea from hibiscus, cinnamon and dried plum. Yum! It doesn’t even need sugar. But best of all, hibiscus is the perfect antidote to my pitta fieriness (not so much in martini-form). Its a wonderful anti-inflammatory, and in the summer …
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May 28, 2010
I have to say that its really nice that winter has scampered away, but geez louise this weather has me all hot and bothered. I’m not a happy camper. My eczema flared up again, I’m breaking out for the first time in years, I’m cranky, I’m sweaty and I can’t sleep properly. Not glamorous, not glamorous at all. So, I thought now was the perfect time to break out an old favorite cooling dessert from …
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