Beauty

GLOW ON

If you’re planning to be married in the warmer months, now is the time to start prepping your skin. Renée Tilley, creator of award-winning beauty brand Paudhã Healing, shares four tips that will have your whole body radiating with good health in the lead-up to your big day.

1. TASTE THE GOODNESS

Eating a diet filled with fresh fruit and veggies and rich in essential nutrients such as Vitamins C and E will help to boost the antioxidant levels in your body, which aid in reducing the damage caused by free-radicals. Vitamin C also plays an important role in the production of collagen, which provides elasticity to the skin and helps fight the signs of ageing. Choose foods such as citrus fruits, red capsicum, green leafy vegetables, almonds, sunflower seeds and sweet potato (also use Paudhã Healing Hydrating Face & Body Cream for extra hydration). lymphatic system to improve circulation and blood flow, which aids in detoxification. It may also reduce the appearance of cellulite and can help to relieve stress and rejuvenate the mind, leaving you feeling energised.

If time permits, try dry brushing for a few minutes each day. Use an eco-friendly body brush and start at your feet, brushing in circular movements up towards your heart. Continue until you have covered your whole body. Shower as normal then finish by rubbing a natural body oil into your skin – jojoba and apricot oils will both leave your skin feeling silky smooth.

2. DETOX YOUR UNDERARMS

We all know sweating is a natural and healthy bodily function – it’s the body’s way of keeping us cool, especially important during those warmer months. Most people will opt for an antiperspirant but many commercial options clog your pores, leading to a build-up of toxins and often resulting in body odour. To help release any toxins, try exfoliating under your arms for two to three days before making the switch to a natural, aluminium-free deodorant (try Paudhã Healing Natural Deodorant Paste – it features a citrus blend and is designed for men and women).

3. BRUSH YOUR BODY

Dry body brushing is a simple practice with multiple benefits – it removes dead skin cells and stimulates the 4. USE A CLEANSER

Without a good cleanser, your moisturiser won’t be able to do its job properly. Traditional cleansers can leave your skin feeling dry and tight, as they strip the skin of the natural oils needed to moisturise and protect. Your skin then overcompensates by producing more oil, leaving you with tight, dry skin followed by an oily build up, and the cycle continues. Using a natural-oil cleanser will help to remove any dirt, makeup and impurities while balancing your skin’s natural oil production. Choose a cleanser featuring oils such as sweet almond and camellia, both known for their cleansing properties (try Paudhã Healing Clean & Balance Cleansing Oil). BML