Skin:Secrets

One of our much loved ingredients is in full bloom now and at its best – Witch Hazel. Take a look around you – you’ll be surprised where you will see some Witch Hazel trees. Witch Hazel plays an effective role in our skincare products because of its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties. This is the effect of tannins that close skin pores preventing bacterial infections and help our skin to be better protected against external agents.  It has an astringent effect that helps to tighten blood vessels, reduce swelling and bacteria. Its not only a Hero ingredient in skincare, it is...

I just wanted to bring you up to date with my skin:genius journey. I have suffered with oily skin and breakouts since my early teens and have lived in the vain hope that with age, my skin would improve.  However for the intervening 40+ years, my skin has unfortunately changed little.  Having tried just about every product on the market, it was with little hope that I tested your skin:genius Clarifying Lotion earlier this year.  It was nothing short of a miracle!  From the outset my skin began to produce less oil and the subsequent breakouts were brought under control...

I don't know about you but we just can't help but eat a few blackberries on our walks and they are free which is a bonus!  The trouble is we need to wipe the boys mouths before walking into school in the morning as everyone can see what we've been doing!   They are big, yummy,  juicy and so good for you.  They are packed full of anti-oxidents that will help protect and beautify your skin.   Dark berries including blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, pomegrantes and cherries are full of vitamins and minerals such as C, K, B vitamins 1–3, manganese, folic acid,...

I cannot believe how quickly the summer is going - is it the same for you? There are so many things to think about as a student whether you are returning for another year or starting secondary school.  Making sure you have the correct stationary - my guys love Smiggle and I must say I love their coloured pens and we now have a Paperchase in town which is a sure winner with me.  You can of course get lost in Staples and you can always rely on WHSmith.  The uniform needs to look good too.  Wondering if you look...