Natural Beauty

CBD oil has shaken off its alternative image, and can now be found in a wide range of beauty products. So, could CBD give your skin-care regime a boost? Mention to a friend that you’re using CBD oil, and they may look at you suspiciously – it is derived from cannabis, after all. But tell them that CBD oil is now being used in various different skin-care products, and their...

Feel beautiful from head to toe with this wonder oil It seems there’s no limit to the strange and wonderful ingredients currently hitting the beauty shelves recently, from seahorse plankton to dragons’ blood, we’ve seen it all. But what is hemp seed oil, where does...

Find out all about activated charcoal, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Rosalind Ryan on January 26, 2019 Reviewed by Carolina Brooks on January 31, 2019 Overview What is activated charcoal and what does...

Find out all about peppermint oil, including what it does, the benefits to taking it and how much you might need Written by Beth Gibbons on December 6, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 18, 2018 Overview What is peppermint oil and what...

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about apple cider vinegar – what it does, who it could benefit, and how to take it Written by Charlotte Haigh on December 9, 2018 Reviewed by Dr Sarah Schenker on December 17, 2018 You may have...

The beauty tweaks you need to make for the new season Bring on the winter. You’ve dug out the warm coats from the back of the wardrobe and the fridge is stocked with shopping for an afternoon’s souping. But, is your skincare also set for...

3 steps to more spa-like bathing at home If you were to spend a restful weekend away in a luxurious hotel, we’re willing to bet it would include a long, scented soak. But, why wait until then? While you might not be able to fit...

From acne to ageing, dry bits to itchy bits, a Manuka honey facemask could be your perfect-skin solution Nature comes up with some incredible things, doesn’t she? Manuka honey is definitely one of them. It has antibacterial properties – helping clear spots and blemishes –...

Because breakfast does NOT have to be boring….. Suitable for Vegetarians Difficulty Easy Serves 2 Prep time 10 minutes plus overnight resting Nutrients per serving:  Energy Total fat Saturates Protein Fibre Carbs Sugar Salt 614 kcal 20 g 11 g 10.5 g 4.5 g 91...

The mineral that can boost skin, brighten teeth, and ease aching muscles The tide is turning on salt. Having been blamed for everything from high cholesterol and obesity to poor heart health, it’s suddenly become the A-lister’s beauty favourite for its regenerative superpowers, and is...

Try health blogger Ailish Lucas’s ultimate superfood combo for glowing skin Ingredients 2 tbsp Matcha Green Tea Powder 1 tbsp MGO 525 Manuka Honey 1 tsp water Method Step 1. Combine the Matcha green tea powder and Manuka honey until they are evenly mixed and...

Try health blogger Ailish Lucas’s super easy scrub to help exfoliate the skin Ingredients 1 tbsp MGO 40 Manuka honey 4 tbsp Himalayan pink salt 1 tbsp coconut oil Method Step 1. After measuring out the ingredients, combine them all in a bowl until you...