Veganuary… maybe going vegan for a whole month is too much of a commitement but what using the first month of the year to adopting more plant-based meals into your diet. Not only are the benefits numerous for the body, particulary after a seasonal indulgence, but also counts incredible results for the skin too. Whilst the vegan focus is usually to avoid animal products, “plant-based”Read Now
Bio-Retinol…. The Next Generation in Skincare
Beloved by many skincare experts, it is no secret that retinol is one of skincare’s most loved and most talked about ingredients. From the vitamin A family, it can help to tackle signs of ageing, correct pigmentation and can be used to fight breakouts… which has seen it garner rave reviews from beauty editors, skincare experts and consumers. With a multitude of multi-tasking skin benefits,Read Now
Prebiotic Power
The microbiome is a collection of microorganisms or a mix of bacteria and fungi species found living on the skin’s surface, which works to keep the skin healthy and protected against inflammation and infection. Your microbiome is even responsible for stopping the clock when it comes to your complexion, producing short chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation, protect skin’s DNA & preserve skin’s ability toRead Now
Bolster Against Blue Light
Phones, laptops and tablets. All technological saviours are resolvedly modern necessities, but have you thought about the effects of screens on your skin? A 2019 report found most people, on average, spend three hours and 15 minutes on our phones a day, with the top 20 per cent of smartphone users having daily screen time in excess of four and a half hours You may orRead Now
Microbiome and Skin Health
Microbiome might not sound like something you want to look for when you’re trying to optimise skin health, but the microbiome is an important part of your overall health and well-being. Essentially, it’s the mix of natural bacteria and fungi species found living on the skin which works to keep skin healthy and protected against inflammation and infection. Far from being something unpleasant, your microbiomeRead Now
Sleep Debt
Sleep debt; fear not – you may not owe money but you may owe your body sleep. Think of sleep as a currency. Sleep debt is a term used if you accumulate lack of sleep below that needed seven to nine hours each night. Sleep restores the body by cleansing the brain of toxins with cerebrospinal fluid so lack of sleep can leave you feelingRead Now
Multi-Action Skincare for Mother’s Day
Skincare routines that are quick, effective and multi-tasking are the holy-grail of all hard-working women and men. Sometimes one has not the time to indulge on a myriad of daily rituals, and for Mother’s Day invest in Antonia Burrell skincare products that are efficient, powerful and holistically balanced to fit seamlessly into your life. Adaptive: Hard-working, multi-action formulas to tackle ageing and complexion concerns suchRead Now
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a compound that occurs naturally in your body, responsible for attracting and retaining moisture, improving cell-to-cell interaction and promoting collagen synthesis. This glorious nutrient, which can prevent wrinkles and improve your skin’s texture has the ability to draw and hold water to the surface of the skin and can help to keep skin moisturised throughout the day. It’s no secret that whatRead Now
Oxidative Stress and Skincare
Oxidative stress – what is the science behind our cells? Cells accumulate damage, known to drive the aging process and play a role in our long-term health. One of the major causes of cellular damage is oxidative stress, which happens when there’s an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body. Free radicals are a normal, natural byproduct of our cells generating energy (whichRead Now
Stop Picking Spots… A How To
Blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, pustules and acne… squeezing or picking on skin will test the very best of our resolve to relieve or soothe that pesky blemish. If you’ve had acne or even the occasional spot at any point in your life then you probably know how tempting it is to go to town on your face. With each clogged pore or raised pimple comes theRead Now