How moisturising your skin can prevent ageing

Have you ever looked at a mirror, saw your reflection and felt surprised at how you look? You might be one of those individuals who wishes that he or she could look ten years younger than their actual age. While some may be blessed with genes that allow them to pass off as younger than, the truth is you really cannot stop your skin from ageing. 

By the time you turn 30 (earlier for some), there is a big possibility that your skin will change its appearance. Aside from the fact that your skin, like any part of your body, will naturally age, there are also habits that we do that can contribute to our skin ageing. 

Are you one of those individuals who skips putting on sunscreen each day? Then you should know that not putting that on is one of the biggest reasons why your skin is ageing. The sun’s rays are very harsh for the skin and just might be the number one cause of ageing skin. And don’t think that you can skip it just because you see that it seems like it would be a cloudy or rainy day. Or maybe you feel like you don’t need it as you are cooped up inside your office all day. If you are staying near a window, the sun’s rays will still reach you. 

You need to make it a habit that you incorporate putting on sunscreen as a daily habit before you get out of the house or before you start doing your chores for the day. Doctors suggest that you need to get a sunscreen that has at least 30 SPF to ensure that you are protected from the sun. 

It’s also important to drink plenty of water and eat the right kind of food. Many might be forgetting that the largest organ in the body is the skin. In the same way that your diet affects other body parts, then you should know that the food you intake also affects how your skin looks. Drinking at least a litre a day and eating plenty of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids can be of great help if you are aiming for younger-looking skin. 

Aside from what you put in your body, another equally important thing to focus on is what you put on your skin. There is something you can include in your skincare routine that is simple enough but is sure to show amazing results. Studies show that having well-hydrated skin prevents wrinkles. 

This means that you need to diligently moisturise your skin every day. When you moisturise your skin, the water content is trapped thereby keeping your skin hydrated. One of the moisturisers you can try is castor oil. Its properties are not only for improving the fine lines and wrinkles in your face, but it can even reduce the visibility of your scars. 

There are many companies selling castor oil, so here is a list of the best castor oil brands for you to choose from. Check out the site as it not only lists the brands but even gives the benefits of castor oil not only for the skin but your hair and nails as well. 

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Omorovicza - Brand Focus

There are a few brands that I am loving right now and Omorovicza is one of them. I only discovered Omorovicza towards the end of 2016 and since then, I have used up and repurchased a few products, something I rarely do. 

So Omorovicza which is pronounced Oh - more - o - veet - za as the kind lady at the Liberty counter taught me how to say. Inspired by tradition, guided by nature and spearheading the concept of Mineral Cosmetology, the Omorovicza skincare range has a rich, romantic heritage. It was founded by a young couple, Stephen and Margaret de Heinrich de Omorovicza, who met in Budapest. 

Thermal Cleansing Balm (5ml) - It this is this product which started off my addition to Omorovicza and it is a multi award winning product. Designed to remove all traces of make-up, including waterproof mascara, whilst caring for the skin, this black balm features Hungarian Moor mud which works to detoxify your skin by drawing out any impurities that are clogging up your pores whilst almond oil replenishes the moisture levels in your skin. 

My skin adores this Moor Mud and what's more, it is enriched with a high concentration of minerals such as zinc, copper, magnesium and calcium which work to improve the production of collagen, strengthen the skin's barrier and fight against free radicals.  After using my skin is so soft and smooth to the touch, it never feels as though anything was on my face, to begin with.

Queen of Hungary Mist (30ml) - I absolutely love facial mists and have featured a lot of them on this blog, but this mist is quite different to anything else I have used.  Taking its inspiration from a perfume first created in the 14th Century for Queen Elizabeth of Hungary, this refreshing mist is infused with Orange Blossom, Rose and Sage Waters which both purify and tone, whilst its Hydro Mineral Transference™ System works to deliver minerals deep into the skin for long-lasting hydration. 

The rose-scented mist rejuvenates the skin and senses to restore a soft, supple and fresh complexion and is a welcome wake up for that mid-afternoon slump. This mist is said to be Ideal for combination to normal skin types.

Omorovicza Refining Facial Polish (30ml) from the You Beauty Advent Calender  - This Facial Polish is enriched with calcium and magnesium to exfoliate the skin's dead cells and impurities, leaving pores purified. 

 Again the Hydro Mineral Transference™ helps the minerals to deeply penetrate into the skin and its unique formula also contains exotic fruit extracts which plump and tone skin, whilst strengthening the surface barrier to improve firmness.

Miracle Facial Oil (30ml) - If you are a fan of facial oils then this is one you definitely need to try. It has been infused with a unique blend of vitamin-rich Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil which works to rejuvenate the complexion alongside the natural plant-derived Bakuchiol which works to help reduce the look of wrinkles. 

A lot of people are unsure about using facial oils because there is an assumption that they are greasy and leave a film on the face, however this one absorbs so quickly there isnt enough time to leave a greasy film anywhere but what it does do is help shield the skin from environmental stresses and promotes collagen production to reveal firmer skin with increased elasticity. The use of Rosehip and Sweet Almond Oils are used to replenish and moisturise

Illuminating Moisturiser (30ml) - This is a cream which is ideal for dry skin, it is rich and luxurious and incredibly nourishing. Again using the Hydro Mineral Transference™ System it delivers minerals that can be absorbed by the deeper layers of skin. It is fortified with Ruby Crystal which works to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles alongside Apple Pectin and Plum and Almond Oils to provide long-lasting hydration.  

What I love about this moisturiser is that when applied to the skin, it almost feels like a cocoon and as it absorbs in, the soft and suppleness of the skin in amazing.  I have dryness on both my cheeks and forehead and it can be a nightmare to control with the changes in weather, what I have found with this cream is that if I lather it on and allow it to sink in slowly, it works wonders.

Omorovicza Cleansing Foam (25ml) is from the April Lookfantastic Beauty Box (here). This foam removes make-up, dirt, grime and impurities without stripping the skin of moisture and is devoid of harmful sulfates. 

Using white lupin to energise and revitalise whilst copper gluconate detoxifies the end result is skin which can breathe, it isn't dried out and I am always in two minds about moisturising as my skin is so soft after using. The foam once activated is a soft baby blue colour and has that spa scent to it and I absolutely adore it.

The final item is one which is fairly new to me but is one I loved from the minute I tried it and that is the Moor Cream Cleanser. Described as being a classic cleanser with a twist, it is ideal for sensitive and dry skin. 

Harnessing the purifying powers of the mineral-rich Hungarian Moor Mud which comes from Lake Hévíz, the largest thermal lake in Europe, the cleanser delivers a deep pore cleanser and dissolves anything in its path - makeup, dirt, grime and even the most waterproof of mascaras are all removed. Using a cooling blend of Camphor, Peppermint and Eucalyptus Essential Oils the skin is left feeling not only soothed and revitalised. I am a huge fan of this cleanser and just love how it makes my skin feel.

I am sure you can tell by now just how much I adore this brand and how amazing I think each one of these products are. I love the simplicity behind the ingredients but how effective they are. If I have peeked your interest then you can find this brand sold on LookFantastic, Cult Beauty, Feelunique, SpaceNK, John Lewis and House of Fraser with products priced from £10 right up to £300 there is a whole host of products waiting to be tried.

Have you tried anything from Omorovicza before?

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LOOKFANTASTIC X BENEFIT LIMITED EDITION BEAUTY BOX

We all know how much I love a Beauty Box and when it is combined with a brand I absolutely adore, I am more than giddy.  Today Look Fantastic have launched their first limited edition Beauty Box of 2017 and it is a collaboration with Benefit Cosmetics UK, a brand I absolutely adore. The #LFXBENEFIT Beauty Box is described as being the ultimate kit for a perfect makeup base - get your brows on fleek and make your skin glow!

This limited edition box is not only really pretty but it comes with beauty cult-favourites as well as carefully selected bonus treats which will enhance and replenish your beauty regime and with a limited number of boxes available, you’ll need to be quick!

Worth over £60.00 you can grab the box for £35.00 including free delivery (if you already subscribe to their beauty box you can get your hands on it for £30.00) right here.

What do you think?

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Pierre Marcolini - Les Reves de Pierre

I am a chocaholic, I don't deny it and I love it all - Dark, White or Milk.  Right now I am working my way through a box of Pierre Macolini Songes and I am loving each and every one of them. Expert chocolatier Pierre Marcolini established his luxury chocolate brand in Brussels in 1995 and it is renowned for its use of rare and exotic ingredients such as Sichuan pepper to Moroccan pink berries. 

The 2017 Summer Collection, which is available right now, invites you to imagine a summer at its most idyllic: warm weather with a light breeze.; languid moments were everyday concerns make way for flights of fancy; and long evenings that you never want to end. Add to that thought a collection of chocolates which taste every bit as dreamy as they sound and it will send any chocolate loving person into chocolate heaven.

Songes which translate to mean dreams takes chocolate and the user of superfoods to a whole new level.  In my box of 18 chocolates (RRP £19) there are no less than six different varieties to taste and each one amazing and this is what I have in the box:

• Crunchy chocolate quinoa praline and raspberry ganache, coated in dark chocolate
• Crunchy three cereal praline (sesame, quinoa and spelt), passion fruit and lime zest caramel, coated in milk chocolate
• Crunchy sesame praline, yuzu caramel, coated in white chocolate
• Crunchy Spelt praline, vanilla and star anise ganache, coated in white chocolate
• Crunchy white almond praline, lemon and bergamot ganache, coated in white chocolate
• Crunch pearl barley praline, lemon and pink peppercorn caramel, coated in dark chocolate

What I love about these chocolates is the mixture of ingredients that come together in an almost taste explosion. 

I never actually expected to like these, even as a choco-a-holic I really detest things such as Turkish Delight and weird flavourings but oddly I couldn't get enough of these and my favourite of the ones from within the box would either be the three cereal praline because it had quite the crunch and texture but ultimately the mixture of passion fruit and lime zest caramel was just incredible and then the crunchy chocolate quinoa praline because the dark chocolate was just amazing.

Also within the Summer 2017 Collection, you will find further additions to the Barre Chocolat range, Ice Creams, further additions to the Frisson Collection and the Financiers Collection, all of which can be found here. Again, there is a flagship store here on Marylebone High Street where you will find a bespoke chocolate counter, a macaroon carousel, a tasting area and a sweetie bar, I cannot wait to pop in the next time I am in the area, because having had a little taste of the brand, I now want to try more!

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