Summer skin: the heat-wave continues but did you know some UV rays can and do get through to the skin and cause damage, even if you wear a high SPF. Although sunscreen allows one to stay in the sun longer, but doesn’t stop rays from penetrating the lower layers of the skin where they create more free radicals that would have occurred without lathering on the cream. It is not only crucialRead Now
Antonia Burrell Holistic Skincare: take a deeper, holistic look at the inspiration, which drove one of the UK’s best-loved skincare experts, Antonia Burrell, to craft a best-selling, global range of ethical, organic “pure-plant alchemy” that changes lives and skin for the better in just seven days. Happiness… “My clients inspired me to create skincare. The idea came to me as a direct result of talking toRead Now
Hydrated skin is not only healthy skin, but younger and fresher looking, plump, luminous and happy skin. It has a smooth texture and appears soft and supple and is less likely to age prematurely. The sebaceous glands in your skin produce sebum; a wonderfully complex oily, acidic mixture of fatty acids, waxes, and other natural chemicals that form a natural barrier and one of its functions isRead Now
Stem cells, in particular plant-derived, are pure skincare magic. Antonia Burrell expertly extracts this plant-powered wonder from lilac leaf, to directly repair cellular damage from inflammatory acne, photo-damaged skin and directly fights DNA damage from harmful UVA and UVB exposure. Not only is lilac leaf stem cells beneficial to those with adult acne, they offer superior antioxidant protection, and in scientific studies were found to foundRead Now
Acne: congested pores from excess oil, dead skin cells and bacteria. It is not just confined to teenagers. Hormones for both men AND women play a part in the skin’s natural cycle, and in particular for women, the hormonal fluctuation from the menstrual cycle which can lead to painful and unsightly adult acne, cysts and pimples. Diet: When we indulge in high-glycemic foods, such asRead Now
Aromatherapy and skincare are perfect partners. Harnessing the life forces of plants and combing this with the knowledge of the true physiology of beauty, is a skill and craft honed over 25 years by expert facialist Antonia Burrell. As an associate lecture in the Chemistry of Aromatherapy, alongside her team of experts, Antonia has taken the dedicated science of biotechnology and married this with theRead Now
Grooming doesn’t have to be complicated. This is the ultimate simple and effective men’s skincare routine for achieving confident, clear and clarified skin, that defies age and leaves you looking and feeling your best. 1. Cleanse: Preparation is key. This once a day skincare measure to remove excess oils and accumulated dirt, will ensure that your skin is left a clean canvas for the nextRead Now
Finally summer skincare has arrived! It is well known about the dangers of UVA+B exposure and how vital skin protection is. However it’s easy to overlook the essential aspect of repairing and healing the skin against not only sun damage, but also daily environmental pollutants and exposure. This week, let’s take a look at top tips for healthy repair for all skin types and tones.Read Now
The trend for going vegan is growing. Leading a plant based diet is said to better for the body and both ethically and environmentally conscious. In the past decade, according to the Vegan Society, veganism has seen a 360 percent uptake, and the lifestyle movement shows no sign of slowing down. Crucially, a vegan diet can be a fantastic benefit for giving glowingly gorgeous skin.Read Now
Self-care is a buzz word on every health and beauty editor’s lips. It is all well and good to read about the transformative health benefits, but in most people’s time-poor and hectic lives, how does one truly apply self-care into effective practice? Master facialist and beauty pioneer Antonia Burrell is constantly on the go, so this week, delve into her best practices for small actsRead Now
