🌞 We have some great Winter Sun Tips for you… What is SPF and What are the Different Forms of Sun Protection? It’s no secret that the sun and sunlight are good for people in many ways, but too much exposure can bring harm. Skin cancer is on the rise in the UK, with rates increasing faster than any other cancer in the country. Around 16,000 cases of melanoma are diagnosed every year, and by 2025, that number could reach nearly 20,000. These numbers may be frightening, but that doesn't mean you should constantly be afraid of going out and having a fun time on a sunny day. As long as you’re ensuring you’re shielded continuously in various ways, you can stay...
Let’s begin with the most obvious. Our skin is the largest organ of the body. Its job is to protect us from environmental impact and to do so effectively it needs to be well-nourished and flexible. What goes onto our skin also goes into our bodies (By the same token: what goes into our bodies affects our skin) Skin is porous and absorbs substances we apply to it. These may enter our bloodstream, and affect the entire body. Natural ingredients have a long history of efficacy, and are, on the whole, safer than many of the synthetic ingredients used in numerous conventional cosmetics. Efficacy Since many natural ingredients have been used for thousands of years, we may assume their efficacy...
Are you planning a trip? Do you wonder how you could decrease your plastic consumption during your holidays? Here are a few simple ideas to get you started! Reusable water bottle More and more people are using non-disposable water bottles in their day-to-day life. But, did you know that you don’t have to leave it at home even when flying? The rule of 100ml containers applies only to bottles that contain more than 100ml of liquid. If you empty out your water bottle before a security check, you can take it with you on the plane. After going through security, fill it in a water fountain at one of the airport bars or cafés. Having your bottle with you also...
