Make Skin Care A Priority Written by Nina Gajic It always amazes me when women tell me they treat their skincare routine as special “me-time.” And if they are busy – which we all are really, with kids and work – they drop their routine or just slap on some moisturiser at night. Is self-care an act of selfishness for…
Written by Kim Guseli, Cosmetic Chemist, Botanical Skincare Lab In today’s fast-paced world, incorporating self-care into our daily lives has become essential for maintaining overall well-being. Amidst the chaos, adopting a tranquil skincare routine not only offers physical benefits but also contributes to our emotional and mental health. In this article, we will delve into the advantages of prioritizing skincare…
Love Is In The Hair Written by Lucy Furniss What’s not to love about a haircare range that’s not only great for your hair, but is also kinder and more sustainable for the environment? Plant-based goes beyond just dietary choices, with consumers now delving into what their products are made of and how they are made. With so many great…
Written by Nina Gajic We’ve all heard the saying you are what you eat, but is it really true when it comes to the appearance of your skin? Can certain foods affect the health of your skin? The short answer is yes – not only does the food you eat play a significant role in your appearance, but certain foods…
Written by Kim Guseli, Cosmetic Chemist With the increasing awareness of the impact of our skincare regime on both our health and the environment, the demand for plant-based skincare is on the rise. As many consumers look for a more natural and sustainable approach to their skincare routine, the popularity of plant-based skincare products is increasing. But what exactly is…
Who Is The One Reigning Judgment On Us All? Mirror Mirror On The Wall! Written by Susie Taaffe People judge others in order to make themselves feel better about themselves. Like a hierarchical pecking order which is relentless and exhausting. But are they really judging others or is it actually a cry for how small they feel about themselves? How…
We All Need It, But At What Cost? Written by Liz O’Dwyer Clothing is an essential daily item because, well, if we ventured outdoors without clothing we’d be arrested. It’s also a way to express ourselves as individuals. We can tell so much about a person by the clothes they wear. But our quest to be fashionable comes at a…
Mindset Mastery Written by Susie Taaffe Ok, I will admit that I am one of those annoyingly positive people. I do look at everything and shift my perspective to find the positive aspect of a situation. However, this is because I have trained myself to be this way. It doesn’t mean life throws me any fewer challenges but as the…
Written by Susie Taaffe When I saw the topic for this month’s magazine my eyes lit up! I am the queen of life hacks. I truly believe there is no room in life for wasting time on things that will never give back to you. I want to live my happiest and easiest life however I don’t want to compromise…
How To Dress When You Need To Bring Your A-Game Who’s That Girl Written by Susie Taaffe Fashion has been used by women for millennia to evoke emotions and portray certain characteristics. From hoops under skirts, bustles, and corsets to power suits and shoulder pads, fashion has created the illusions of whatever was desired at the time. So how can…
It’s Always A Good Time To Start Over! Written by Amanda Cassar It’s always a great time for making lifestyle changes and reviewing where you’re at, but for goals and changes affecting your financial health, there’s often no better time than when starting a new job. New beginnings, right? Time to plan for some silver linings! Well, 2022 just has…
How to Sell and Buy A Home at the Same Time… Tips for Selling & Buying A Home Simultaneously Written by Eriks Draiska, Managing Director of Plaza Real Estate Every real estate transaction is different in its own way. Some real estate transactions are straightforward, while others are a puzzle and have several hurdles that need to be overcome. One of…
Skin Hygiene Through Persimmons Written by Lily Li, founder and CEO of Hygea The body is a temple, as the saying goes. This has become more true than ever as we tentatively emerge from the last few covid restrictions and get on with living life. According to a global database of plants, the persimmon was native to China and northeast…
Don’t Neglect Your Scalp When It Comes To Taking Care Of Your Skin Written by Lynn Power Skincare is having a “moment”. There are loads of new products on the market – many with targeted treatment areas (eyes, hands, even vagina), targeted demographics (menopause, teen, women of colour, men, etc) or specific benefits (hydrating, wrinkle-reducing, acne, spot correcting). And most…
Maskne How To Prevent Acne From Face Masks Written by Kristy Iervasi You may think I just made up the word maskne, and as much as I would love to take credit for it, I cannot, as it’s actually a medical term according to Loma Linda University Health. According to Potts, D (2020) maskne is an actual skin condition brought on…
When it comes to our beauty regimes, our face is what we pay attention to the most. But we all have different skin and different needs to keep our face happy and healthy. Sometimes, even with a thorough skincare regime, our skin can be left with a shiny coating, which can be a nuisance. So, do you wash your face…
Fashion For Skin Conditions Written by Susie Taaffe Kindness is Key Skin conditions can range from minor to major and can cause extreme embarrassment. Firstly, be kind to yourself. Your body and skin are reacting to something either internally or externally and protecting themselves. It is nature’s way of keeping your body safe and running. Whether this is a short-term…
Provided by Carvansons Perfume has long been associated with self-care. The practice of using aromas to enhance mood and improve health and wellbeing dates back to 3500 years BC when aromatics were used for religious rituals and medicine. But the term “aromatherapy” only came into use many years later in 1935, when French chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse claimed that he had…
Boarding Will Commence Shortly Written by Susie Taaffe The world is opening for travel again – now what?? The last two years have seen stressful times with unknown outcomes. We have had to adapt to ‘not knowing what is around the corner’ which is extremely nerve-wracking. Our normal has changed. If this has resulted in carrying more weight, the first…
Love at First Smell Top 3 Tips On Buying Fragrance Article provided by Carvansons We’ve all heard about love at first sight, but is love at first smell a thing? and how important is scent and smell when we talk about love and relationships? Vicki Last from international fragrance manufacturer Carvansons explores the relationship between scent and our strongest emotion,…
Don’t Sacrifice Self-Care When You’re Travelling 12 Travel Must-Haves Written by Lynn Power Even though travel continues to be challenging with Covid surging everywhere it seems, many of us are optimistic that we’ll still be able to get out there in 2022 (including me – I have 3 trips planned, fingers crossed!). But it’s time to think about our travel…
How To Choose A Streaming Service Written by Kareem Tawansi In life, we must take the good with the bad and that definitely applies in an open market. And this is certainly the case when one considers the streaming services market, aka Video On Demand (“VOD”). The good is pretty easy to find, it’s all the great content out there.…
Taking Charge of your Finances Written by Amanda Cassar It’s time. You’ve thought about it for years, yet life’s busy right? Making a living and paying the bills and trying to fit in a bit of fun gets totally in the way of being intentional with money or raising our financial literacy levels. Even thinking about your finances may induce…
4 Ways To Take Charge Written by Susie Taaffe Blue and green should never be seen without a colour in between. But why? I say if you want to wear blue and green together then go for it! I’ll always remember a gymnastics coach I had when I was about 7 or 8 commenting on my choice of a red…
