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BODYlind FRESH

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Fruity-fresh body care for velvety-soft skin.

Marion Kracht cooks vegan meals exclusively for “natural woman.”

beauty | 10 New decorative cosmetics from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND How to create the light spring make-up look “Voilà Paris.”

research & knowledge | 16

Dear Readers,

So fresh!

So fruity!

BODYlind FRESH is the perfect care range for velvety-soft skin right around the clock.

Superior fig extract supplies long-lasting moisture and makes for feel-good freshness.

Precious oils keep the skin noticeably soft and supple.

New Dry Body Oil has a particularly light, rapidly absorbed texture, and leaves the skin feeling very pleasant.

Make-up innovation: exactly what is in the new loose powder?

Approximately seven million people in Germany are vegetarians. And an ever-increasing number are abstaining from meat on a frequent basis and looking for healthy, delicious alternatives. Many people avoid all products derived from dead animals or containing substances from animal carcasses. Actress Marion Kracht is one of these people. She cooks and enjoys not only pure vegetarian meals, she has even created her own vegan range of organic food products called vevenga. I am especially pleased that she joined us to cook a vegan summer menu exclusively for “natural woman.” Turn to page 4 to see Marion Kracht in action and find a few of her recipes to try at home.

Likewise, all of the products made by our company are free of substances from dead animals and thus 100 percent suitable for vegetarians. Approximately 80 percent of the products are in fact vegan cosmetics (for a list please visit http://unternehmen.boerlind.com/ die-marke/qualitaet/vegan). They contain no animal extracts or products from animals such as carmine, the red dye from the cochineal insect. In the interest of product quality, we do use animal-based raw materials such as beeswax in a few cases because it improves the consistency of mascara or regulates the smoothness of lipstick.

Sincerely yours,

news | 19 Awards, new research discoveries and innovative care products.

worldwide | 20 A visit to Stockholm: sightseeing, accommodation, food and drink.

care & wellness | 24 What really helps your feet in summer: effective care and pampering.

service | 27 Letters from readers, questions and answers.

Printing information.

Daniela Lindner Member of the management team

CERTIFIED NATURAL COSMETICS The CSE logo is the sustainability standard for ecologically oriented companies. www.angewandte-wirtschaftsethik.org ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND is also certified by EcoControl. This logo guarantees compliance with high ecological standards. www.eco-control.com

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Ne w a n d f o r a shor t t ime o nly

BODYlind FRESH

editorial & content portrait | 4

Fruity-fresh body care for velvety-soft skin.

Marion Kracht cooks vegan meals exclusively for “natural woman.”

beauty | 10 New decorative cosmetics from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND How to create the light spring make-up look “Voilà Paris.”

research & knowledge | 16

Dear Readers,

So fresh!

So fruity!

BODYlind FRESH is the perfect care range for velvety-soft skin right around the clock.

Superior fig extract supplies long-lasting moisture and makes for feel-good freshness.

Precious oils keep the skin noticeably soft and supple.

New Dry Body Oil has a particularly light, rapidly absorbed texture, and leaves the skin feeling very pleasant.

Make-up innovation: exactly what is in the new loose powder?

Approximately seven million people in Germany are vegetarians. And an ever-increasing number are abstaining from meat on a frequent basis and looking for healthy, delicious alternatives. Many people avoid all products derived from dead animals or containing substances from animal carcasses. Actress Marion Kracht is one of these people. She cooks and enjoys not only pure vegetarian meals, she has even created her own vegan range of organic food products called vevenga. I am especially pleased that she joined us to cook a vegan summer menu exclusively for “natural woman.” Turn to page 4 to see Marion Kracht in action and find a few of her recipes to try at home.

Likewise, all of the products made by our company are free of substances from dead animals and thus 100 percent suitable for vegetarians. Approximately 80 percent of the products are in fact vegan cosmetics (for a list please visit http://unternehmen.boerlind.com/ die-marke/qualitaet/vegan). They contain no animal extracts or products from animals such as carmine, the red dye from the cochineal insect. In the interest of product quality, we do use animal-based raw materials such as beeswax in a few cases because it improves the consistency of mascara or regulates the smoothness of lipstick.

Sincerely yours,

news | 19 Awards, new research discoveries and innovative care products.

worldwide | 20 A visit to Stockholm: sightseeing, accommodation, food and drink.

care & wellness | 24 What really helps your feet in summer: effective care and pampering.

service | 27 Letters from readers, questions and answers.

Printing information.

Daniela Lindner Member of the management team

CERTIFIED NATURAL COSMETICS The CSE logo is the sustainability standard for ecologically oriented companies. www.angewandte-wirtschaftsethik.org ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND is also certified by EcoControl. This logo guarantees compliance with high ecological standards. www.eco-control.com

www.facebook.com/boerlind.naturkosmetik

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Vegan à la

Marion Kracht

A festive menu instead of filming, veggies instead of veal. The beloved actress and passionate cook gives “natural woman” an exclusive peek at how versatile and delicious vegan cuisine can be. Try this at home!

personal health. She is particularly fond of Indian cuisine, which was the spark that first inspired her to become vegetarian in 1989. “It was back then in India that I saw how magnificent a vegetarian diet could be. At that time, the best vegetarian food one got in Germany was a pile of unseasoned vegetables as a side dish.” Her favorite recipe, however, is her mother’s “Sauerbraten” (lit. “marinated pot roast”). “When my stomach longs for childhood,” she says, “then I prepare it with seitan, dumplings and red cabbage. That is truly delicious.”

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o doubt about it, she has a talent for acting her way into her audience’s heart: multi-faceted, relevant, funny and entertaining with an excellent capacity for expression in a wide variety of genres. With over 40 years of solid experience in the acting business, she successfully made the transition from child star in the TV mini-series “Die Buddenbrooks” to adult actress and winner of the Goldene Kamera (“Golden Camera”) award. In 2002 Marion Kracht was awarded the German Federal Cross of Merit for her outstanding commitment to helping the deaf, triggered by her theater role as Sarah in “Children of a Lesser God.” She learned sign language specifically for this role. Marion Kracht became especially popular for her role in the TV series “Diese Drombuschs.”

She is not just a well-loved TV and theater actress, however, but has also been making a name for herself as an outstanding cook. For over 25 years now, the 51year-old has been preparing vegetarian delicacies for herself, her husband and her two sons – and sometimes even for strangers in other people’s kitchens: “To benefit a children’s aid project, someone once paid 2,500 euros to hire me as a chef for six persons. The guests, who were not vegetarians, even wrote down the recipe for the vegetarian balsamic roast with orange fennel and emmer couscous,” she recalls. Marion Kracht is not one of those who want to avoid meat simply because it is currently considered good social form. At home she likes to cook Thai curries or, when time is limited, Indian palak paneer (spinach with paneer cheese), “but with tofu instead of cheese,” adds the actress who now prefers a vegan diet for reasons related to climate protection, ethics and

No matter if vegetarian or vegan – her repertoire of recipes is varied and healthy Her expertise in preparation, composition and products is no secret to audiences of TV cooking shows: Whether “ARD-Buffet”, “Lafer! Lichter! Lecker!”, “Promi-Dinner” (which she won), her own cooking show at VeggieWorld, Germany’s largest trade fair for vegetarians, vegans and raw food lovers, or her own cooking columns in newspapers – Marion Kracht has proven again and again how exceptionally versatile and delicious a meat-free diet can be. All that is missing is her own vegetarian TV cooking show. After all, an increasing number of people are looking for delicious alternatives to meat. Marion Kracht would have good ratings, that is for sure. áá

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The vegan summer menu

The perfect trio MOTHER Born in Munich, Marion Kracht lives with Berthold Manns and her two sons Darius and Tizian in Berlin.

ACTRESS “Diese Drombuschs”, “Das Traumschiff”, “Familie Sonnenfeld” – she has played roles in over 100 film, theater and TV productions.

ORGANIC ENTREPRENEUR In 2013 she launched her vegan, lactose-free, organic line of food products known as vevenga in organic markets and natural food stores. www.vevenga.de

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Vegan à la

Marion Kracht

A festive menu instead of filming, veggies instead of veal. The beloved actress and passionate cook gives “natural woman” an exclusive peek at how versatile and delicious vegan cuisine can be. Try this at home!

personal health. She is particularly fond of Indian cuisine, which was the spark that first inspired her to become vegetarian in 1989. “It was back then in India that I saw how magnificent a vegetarian diet could be. At that time, the best vegetarian food one got in Germany was a pile of unseasoned vegetables as a side dish.” Her favorite recipe, however, is her mother’s “Sauerbraten” (lit. “marinated pot roast”). “When my stomach longs for childhood,” she says, “then I prepare it with seitan, dumplings and red cabbage. That is truly delicious.”

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o doubt about it, she has a talent for acting her way into her audience’s heart: multi-faceted, relevant, funny and entertaining with an excellent capacity for expression in a wide variety of genres. With over 40 years of solid experience in the acting business, she successfully made the transition from child star in the TV mini-series “Die Buddenbrooks” to adult actress and winner of the Goldene Kamera (“Golden Camera”) award. In 2002 Marion Kracht was awarded the German Federal Cross of Merit for her outstanding commitment to helping the deaf, triggered by her theater role as Sarah in “Children of a Lesser God.” She learned sign language specifically for this role. Marion Kracht became especially popular for her role in the TV series “Diese Drombuschs.”

She is not just a well-loved TV and theater actress, however, but has also been making a name for herself as an outstanding cook. For over 25 years now, the 51year-old has been preparing vegetarian delicacies for herself, her husband and her two sons – and sometimes even for strangers in other people’s kitchens: “To benefit a children’s aid project, someone once paid 2,500 euros to hire me as a chef for six persons. The guests, who were not vegetarians, even wrote down the recipe for the vegetarian balsamic roast with orange fennel and emmer couscous,” she recalls. Marion Kracht is not one of those who want to avoid meat simply because it is currently considered good social form. At home she likes to cook Thai curries or, when time is limited, Indian palak paneer (spinach with paneer cheese), “but with tofu instead of cheese,” adds the actress who now prefers a vegan diet for reasons related to climate protection, ethics and

No matter if vegetarian or vegan – her repertoire of recipes is varied and healthy Her expertise in preparation, composition and products is no secret to audiences of TV cooking shows: Whether “ARD-Buffet”, “Lafer! Lichter! Lecker!”, “Promi-Dinner” (which she won), her own cooking show at VeggieWorld, Germany’s largest trade fair for vegetarians, vegans and raw food lovers, or her own cooking columns in newspapers – Marion Kracht has proven again and again how exceptionally versatile and delicious a meat-free diet can be. All that is missing is her own vegetarian TV cooking show. After all, an increasing number of people are looking for delicious alternatives to meat. Marion Kracht would have good ratings, that is for sure. áá

R EC I PES FOR TH IS DELIC IOUS MEAL CAN B E FOU N D ON TH E FOLLOWI NG PAGES

The vegan summer menu

The perfect trio MOTHER Born in Munich, Marion Kracht lives with Berthold Manns and her two sons Darius and Tizian in Berlin.

ACTRESS “Diese Drombuschs”, “Das Traumschiff”, “Familie Sonnenfeld” – she has played roles in over 100 film, theater and TV productions.

ORGANIC ENTREPRENEUR In 2013 she launched her vegan, lactose-free, organic line of food products known as vevenga in organic markets and natural food stores. www.vevenga.de

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APPETIZER

Carrot variation with marigolds and chia crumble Makes 6 servings | approx. 90 min. | per serving approx.: 1,575 kJ; 375 kcal; 10 g protein; 19 g fat; 29 g carbohydrates

Chia crumble 50 g margarine | 60 g buckwheat wholemeal flower | 25 g Isomalt or sugar (to make it sweeter) | 50 g chia seeds (natural food store or organic food shop) | 4 pinches of rock salt

Quickly mix all ingredients and form into small marble-sized balls. Immediately set them on a baking tray lined with baking paper and place in an oven set to 175 °C or 345 °F (convection) for 12 minutes.

Soup 1 tbsp. oil | 60 g Spanish onion, finely diced | 1 bay leaf | 1 tsp. ground white pepper | 1 tsp. thyme | 1/2 tsp. coriander seed | 18 g ginger | 250 g carrots, diced | 100 ml white wine | 250 ml carrot juice | 250 ml vegetable broth | 200 g silken tofu, puréed | 150 ml soy whip | 15 ml lemon juice | 2 tbsp. agave syrup | 5 pinches rock salt, ground | 1 sprig of cilantro, chopped

Light & Fresh The menu for bon vivants

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his three-course meal is haute cuisine at its best.

Food is something very special to Marion Kracht.

She is a highly intuitive and creative cook able to transform classic dishes into vegan delights. “I usually continue fiddling with recipes. As a result, I am always creating new dishes,” says the amateur chef. She always pays careful attention to quality. “For me, it is essential to use organic foods or foods that are as natural as

Lightly sauté the oil, Spanish onion, bay leaf, white pepper, thyme, ginger and diced carrots. Deglaze with white wine, then add the carrot juice, vegetable broth, silken tofu and soy whip and let simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and purée well with a hand blender. Pass through a sieve and season as desired with the remaining ingredients.

possible and have been regionally sourced.” This summery, Mediterranean menu even contains an ingredient that is not only a delight for the palette, it plays an important role for the skin as well: The salt marsh plant salicornia, also known as glasswort, is an active antiaging ingredient in the AQUANATURE series from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. It preserves moisture and helps regenerate the skin.

Glasswort: gourmet vegetable and active anti-aging substance Glasswort pampers the palette with its light salty taste and delicate texture that surpasses even young green asparagus. It is easiest to find in specialty seafood stores.

The other ingredients in this menu can be found in wellstocked natural food stores, organic food shops, at weekly farmers’ markets or in delicatessen shops: e.g. the exotic, tangy-sweet tree tomato tamarillo, trendy chia seeds rich in protein and omega-3 or the millet-like Incan superfood quinoa. n

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Chutney

Salad

Purée

200 g purple carrots | 20 ml corn germ oil | 20 ml lemon juice | 2 tbsp. agave syrup | 20 ml apple juice | 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar | 10 g pistachio kernels | 5 pinches of rock salt | 3 turns of white pepper from a pepper mill

3 tbsp. olive oil | 1/2 onion, finely diced | 1 garlic clove | 250 g carrots, diced | 500 ml carrot juice | 6 pinches of rock salt

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin strips (5 cm). Make a dressing from the remaining ingredients. Marinate the carrots in the dressing. Finally, add the chopped pistachio kernels.

Sauté the olive oil, onion, garlic and diced carrots until glassy. Add the carrot juice, cover and let all ingredients cook for approx. 20 minutes until soft. Purée in a blender until very smooth and season with rock salt.

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1 tbsp. olive oil | 1 tbsp. sugar | 20 g ginger | 1 shallot, finely diced | 1/2 tsp. coriander seed | 1/2 tsp. fennel seed | 1 pinch dried chili | 1 small garlic clove | 300 g carrot, cut into slices | 2 tbsp. champagne vinegar | 200 ml orange juice | 100 ml water | 100 g carrots, finely diced | 2 sprigs of cilantro, chopped | 7 pinches of rock salt

Sauté the olive oil, sugar, ginger, shallots, coriander, fennel seed, chili, garlic clove and carrot slices. Add the champagne vinegar, orange juice and water and cook until soft.

Mix well. Sauté the diced carrots in the pan and add to the chutney. Season with cilantro and rock salt.

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APPETIZER

Carrot variation with marigolds and chia crumble Makes 6 servings | approx. 90 min. | per serving approx.: 1,575 kJ; 375 kcal; 10 g protein; 19 g fat; 29 g carbohydrates

Chia crumble 50 g margarine | 60 g buckwheat wholemeal flower | 25 g Isomalt or sugar (to make it sweeter) | 50 g chia seeds (natural food store or organic food shop) | 4 pinches of rock salt

Quickly mix all ingredients and form into small marble-sized balls. Immediately set them on a baking tray lined with baking paper and place in an oven set to 175 °C or 345 °F (convection) for 12 minutes.

Soup 1 tbsp. oil | 60 g Spanish onion, finely diced | 1 bay leaf | 1 tsp. ground white pepper | 1 tsp. thyme | 1/2 tsp. coriander seed | 18 g ginger | 250 g carrots, diced | 100 ml white wine | 250 ml carrot juice | 250 ml vegetable broth | 200 g silken tofu, puréed | 150 ml soy whip | 15 ml lemon juice | 2 tbsp. agave syrup | 5 pinches rock salt, ground | 1 sprig of cilantro, chopped

Light & Fresh The menu for bon vivants

T

his three-course meal is haute cuisine at its best.

Food is something very special to Marion Kracht.

She is a highly intuitive and creative cook able to transform classic dishes into vegan delights. “I usually continue fiddling with recipes. As a result, I am always creating new dishes,” says the amateur chef. She always pays careful attention to quality. “For me, it is essential to use organic foods or foods that are as natural as

Lightly sauté the oil, Spanish onion, bay leaf, white pepper, thyme, ginger and diced carrots. Deglaze with white wine, then add the carrot juice, vegetable broth, silken tofu and soy whip and let simmer for approximately 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and purée well with a hand blender. Pass through a sieve and season as desired with the remaining ingredients.

possible and have been regionally sourced.” This summery, Mediterranean menu even contains an ingredient that is not only a delight for the palette, it plays an important role for the skin as well: The salt marsh plant salicornia, also known as glasswort, is an active antiaging ingredient in the AQUANATURE series from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. It preserves moisture and helps regenerate the skin.

Glasswort: gourmet vegetable and active anti-aging substance Glasswort pampers the palette with its light salty taste and delicate texture that surpasses even young green asparagus. It is easiest to find in specialty seafood stores.

The other ingredients in this menu can be found in wellstocked natural food stores, organic food shops, at weekly farmers’ markets or in delicatessen shops: e.g. the exotic, tangy-sweet tree tomato tamarillo, trendy chia seeds rich in protein and omega-3 or the millet-like Incan superfood quinoa. n

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Chutney

Salad

Purée

200 g purple carrots | 20 ml corn germ oil | 20 ml lemon juice | 2 tbsp. agave syrup | 20 ml apple juice | 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar | 10 g pistachio kernels | 5 pinches of rock salt | 3 turns of white pepper from a pepper mill

3 tbsp. olive oil | 1/2 onion, finely diced | 1 garlic clove | 250 g carrots, diced | 500 ml carrot juice | 6 pinches of rock salt

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin strips (5 cm). Make a dressing from the remaining ingredients. Marinate the carrots in the dressing. Finally, add the chopped pistachio kernels.

Sauté the olive oil, onion, garlic and diced carrots until glassy. Add the carrot juice, cover and let all ingredients cook for approx. 20 minutes until soft. Purée in a blender until very smooth and season with rock salt.

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1 tbsp. olive oil | 1 tbsp. sugar | 20 g ginger | 1 shallot, finely diced | 1/2 tsp. coriander seed | 1/2 tsp. fennel seed | 1 pinch dried chili | 1 small garlic clove | 300 g carrot, cut into slices | 2 tbsp. champagne vinegar | 200 ml orange juice | 100 ml water | 100 g carrots, finely diced | 2 sprigs of cilantro, chopped | 7 pinches of rock salt

Sauté the olive oil, sugar, ginger, shallots, coriander, fennel seed, chili, garlic clove and carrot slices. Add the champagne vinegar, orange juice and water and cook until soft.

Mix well. Sauté the diced carrots in the pan and add to the chutney. Season with cilantro and rock salt.

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ENTRÉE

Black quinoa cake on a bed of tamarillo chutney with glasswort and verjuice foam

DESSERT

Rhubarb tart with goji berry granita and almond milk espuma (foam)

Makes 6 servings | approx. 90 min. | per serving approx.: 3,360 kJ; 800 kcal; 33 g protein; 51 g fat; 55 g carbohydrates

Makes 6 servings | appprox. 30 min. plus 8 hours soaking time | per serving approx.: 2,520 kJ; 600 kcal; 12 g protein; 50 g fat; 46 g carbohydrates

Rhubarb tart 12 sheets of vegan puff pastry | 500 g rhubarb | 50 g almond butter | 100 g rhubarb jelly or redcurrant jelly | 50 g sliced almonds

Cut 12 circles out of the puff pastry sheet (11 cm in diameter), then use these to cut out another 6 circles of 9 cm in diameter to create rings. Place the rings on the larger circles of dough and brush the almond butter into the rings, then place in the refrigerator. Wash and peel the rhubarb and then cut into pieces approximately 8 cm long. Cut these pieces lengthwise into thin slices. Fan the slices out on the almond butter. Bake the tart at 190 °C or 375 °F (convection oven) for approx.

8 minutes. Bring the rhubarb jelly to a boil and brush it onto the tart. Spread the browned almonds onto the outer ring.

Almond milk espuma (foam) Black quinoa cake

Tamarillo chutney

Glasswort

350 ml rice milk | 150 g black quinoa (natural food store or organic food shop) | 40 g agave syrup | 60 ml grape seed oil | 50 ml rice milk | 50 g buckwheat wholemeal flour | 125 g almonds, ground | 7 g baking powder | 2 pinches of rock salt

300 g tamarillos (organic food store) | 50 ml olive oil | 15 g ginger, grated | 60 g onions, finely diced | 1 chili | 125 ml tomato vinegar | 75 g whole cane sugar | 1 bay leaf | 2 pinches of rock salt

300 g glasswort | white pepper | olive oil

Simmer 300 ml of the rice milk with the quinoa over low heat for 30 minutes. In the meantime, mix the agave syrup, the grape seed oil and 50 ml of the rice milk with the buckwheat wholemeal flour and the ground almonds, baking powder and salt. Add this mixture to the pre-cooked quinoa and blend gently with a mixer. Brush silicone baking molds with oil. Distribute the mixture equally into the molds and place in an oven set to 150 °C or 300 °F (convection) for 40 minutes.

Remove the stem from the tamarillo (tree tomato) and cut an X into the bottom of it. Blanch in boiling water for several minutes and then quench in ice water. Pull off the skins and dice the pulp. Sauté the ginger, onion, chili, whole cane sugar and bay leaf in olive oil. Add diced tamarillo and vinegar and continue sautéing until thickened.

Remove the bay leaf and season to taste with salt.

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Blanch glasswort in boiling water, then quench in ice water. Sauté in oil and season to taste with pepper.

Verjuice foam 2 tbsp. olive oil | 30 g shallots, finely diced | 2 bay leaves | 2 tsp. white peppercorns | 250 ml verjuice | 250 ml vegetable broth | 500 ml soy whip | 14 pinches rock salt

100 g almonds | 500 ml water | agave syrup | 200 g silken tofu | 300 ml almond milk | 50 ml almond oil | 1/2 tsp. agar | 2 iSi chargers (single-use capsules for whip cream dispenser)

Goji berry granita

To make the almond milk, soak the almonds in hot water for 8 hours. Purée the soaked almonds with 500 ml of hot water. Pass the mixture through a cloth.

Sweeten to taste with agave syrup. To make the espuma, mix the silken tofu, the almond milk and the almond oil. Dissolve the agar in 100 ml of the almond milk mixture and then stir in the rest of the mixture. Fill into the espuma whipper or whip cream dispenser and screw on two iSi chargers. Leave to cool for 4 hours.

Garnish the goji berry granita with the espuma.

300 ml goji berry juice

Pour the juice into a flat baking dish and place in freezer. Rake through with a fork every 30 minutes to create fruit juice crystals of a uniform size. Tip: Goji berry juice can be found in natural food stores and organic food shops.

Sauté the shallots in oil, add the bay leaves and pepper, deglaze with verjuice and vegetable broth. Leave to reduce until half the liquid is gone, then add the soy whip.

Reduce the sauce to 500 ml. Season with salt and purée. Pass through a sieve.

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ENTRÉE

Black quinoa cake on a bed of tamarillo chutney with glasswort and verjuice foam

DESSERT

Rhubarb tart with goji berry granita and almond milk espuma (foam)

Makes 6 servings | approx. 90 min. | per serving approx.: 3,360 kJ; 800 kcal; 33 g protein; 51 g fat; 55 g carbohydrates

Makes 6 servings | appprox. 30 min. plus 8 hours soaking time | per serving approx.: 2,520 kJ; 600 kcal; 12 g protein; 50 g fat; 46 g carbohydrates

Rhubarb tart 12 sheets of vegan puff pastry | 500 g rhubarb | 50 g almond butter | 100 g rhubarb jelly or redcurrant jelly | 50 g sliced almonds

Cut 12 circles out of the puff pastry sheet (11 cm in diameter), then use these to cut out another 6 circles of 9 cm in diameter to create rings. Place the rings on the larger circles of dough and brush the almond butter into the rings, then place in the refrigerator. Wash and peel the rhubarb and then cut into pieces approximately 8 cm long. Cut these pieces lengthwise into thin slices. Fan the slices out on the almond butter. Bake the tart at 190 °C or 375 °F (convection oven) for approx.

8 minutes. Bring the rhubarb jelly to a boil and brush it onto the tart. Spread the browned almonds onto the outer ring.

Almond milk espuma (foam) Black quinoa cake

Tamarillo chutney

Glasswort

350 ml rice milk | 150 g black quinoa (natural food store or organic food shop) | 40 g agave syrup | 60 ml grape seed oil | 50 ml rice milk | 50 g buckwheat wholemeal flour | 125 g almonds, ground | 7 g baking powder | 2 pinches of rock salt

300 g tamarillos (organic food store) | 50 ml olive oil | 15 g ginger, grated | 60 g onions, finely diced | 1 chili | 125 ml tomato vinegar | 75 g whole cane sugar | 1 bay leaf | 2 pinches of rock salt

300 g glasswort | white pepper | olive oil

Simmer 300 ml of the rice milk with the quinoa over low heat for 30 minutes. In the meantime, mix the agave syrup, the grape seed oil and 50 ml of the rice milk with the buckwheat wholemeal flour and the ground almonds, baking powder and salt. Add this mixture to the pre-cooked quinoa and blend gently with a mixer. Brush silicone baking molds with oil. Distribute the mixture equally into the molds and place in an oven set to 150 °C or 300 °F (convection) for 40 minutes.

Remove the stem from the tamarillo (tree tomato) and cut an X into the bottom of it. Blanch in boiling water for several minutes and then quench in ice water. Pull off the skins and dice the pulp. Sauté the ginger, onion, chili, whole cane sugar and bay leaf in olive oil. Add diced tamarillo and vinegar and continue sautéing until thickened.

Remove the bay leaf and season to taste with salt.

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Blanch glasswort in boiling water, then quench in ice water. Sauté in oil and season to taste with pepper.

Verjuice foam 2 tbsp. olive oil | 30 g shallots, finely diced | 2 bay leaves | 2 tsp. white peppercorns | 250 ml verjuice | 250 ml vegetable broth | 500 ml soy whip | 14 pinches rock salt

100 g almonds | 500 ml water | agave syrup | 200 g silken tofu | 300 ml almond milk | 50 ml almond oil | 1/2 tsp. agar | 2 iSi chargers (single-use capsules for whip cream dispenser)

Goji berry granita

To make the almond milk, soak the almonds in hot water for 8 hours. Purée the soaked almonds with 500 ml of hot water. Pass the mixture through a cloth.

Sweeten to taste with agave syrup. To make the espuma, mix the silken tofu, the almond milk and the almond oil. Dissolve the agar in 100 ml of the almond milk mixture and then stir in the rest of the mixture. Fill into the espuma whipper or whip cream dispenser and screw on two iSi chargers. Leave to cool for 4 hours.

Garnish the goji berry granita with the espuma.

300 ml goji berry juice

Pour the juice into a flat baking dish and place in freezer. Rake through with a fork every 30 minutes to create fruit juice crystals of a uniform size. Tip: Goji berry juice can be found in natural food stores and organic food shops.

Sauté the shallots in oil, add the bay leaves and pepper, deglaze with verjuice and vegetable broth. Leave to reduce until half the liquid is gone, then add the soy whip.

Reduce the sauce to 500 ml. Season with salt and purée. Pass through a sieve.

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Pure Elegance The new decorative cosmetics from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND

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eautiful make-up accents and flatters, but only when it gently brings out the best features of the face and does not look like a mask. Highquality mineral-based color pigments are especially well-suited to this task: They are naturally brilliant without looking overdone. Their silky smooth texture gives the face a natural fresh look and smoothes the skin. The silicic acid beads in the powder eyeshadows have a glimmer coating that gives the face a soft glow.

Filled with hyaluronic acid, these silicic acid beads suspended in ultrafine, transparent powder are an innovative feature of the new collection. The powder helps maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance and keeps the skin lastingly supple. Make-up can truly contribute to well-being. n

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beauty

TANJA BÜLTER. TV and Internet presenter, journalist, coach and author. www.tanja-buelter.de

Valuable make-up tips learned firsthand in the TV industry

Nourishing, protective, soothing, expressive: These make-up products are suited for every skin and color type and are free of animal extracts, silicones, oil derivatives and parabens.

DISCOVER THE GREAT VARIETY OF PRODUCTS The new collection in elegant anthracite and gold encompasses high-quality products with nourishing anti-aging ingredients and new, modern colors: It includes concealer, moisturizing make-up, anti-aging make-up, a make-up compact, compact powder, loose powder, powder rouge, eyebrow pencils, powder eyeshadows, kohl pencils, liquid eyeliner, three different mascaras for various lash shapes, lip contour pencils with a built-in brush, lipsticks, lip gloss and eye make-up remover with rose water and deep spring water from the Black Forest.

For more information, please visit: www.boerlind.com

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Most of us presenters spend nearly an hour getting our make-up done before a show. What the make-up artists manage in this time is amazing: hair, make-up and not infrequently a brief, refreshing massage, an encouraging word and helpful make-up tips! One of the top make-up artists regularly does my make-up for my online fashion show “IN Fashion” (www.in.de) and has already had half of Hollywood under his powder brush: Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Karolína Kurková. Ayhan Üstün! His tricks are legendary! The most important thing first: Before applying make-up, I always use a good serum to create a base for the skin and supply it with moisture. A funny trick to avoid getting lipstick on your teeth: As soon as the lipstick has been applied, stick a finger in your mouth – ideally your index finger – and pull it out slowly while pursing your lips as if to kiss someone. It may not look exactly Grated, but the excess lipstick lands on your finger and will not mess up your teeth! If you have unruly eyebrows, simply spray hairspray on a cotton swab and use it to smooth out your brows. Press them into shape, let dry – voilà! Ayhan’s special type for natural-looking make-up: Use a little gloss powder to set soft glossy accents on the bridge of the nose, cheek bones and jaw line. That creates a very natural look. So whip out those powder puffs and create an even more beautiful you.

Pure Elegance The new decorative cosmetics from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND

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eautiful make-up accents and flatters, but only when it gently brings out the best features of the face and does not look like a mask. Highquality mineral-based color pigments are especially well-suited to this task: They are naturally brilliant without looking overdone. Their silky smooth texture gives the face a natural fresh look and smoothes the skin. The silicic acid beads in the powder eyeshadows have a glimmer coating that gives the face a soft glow.

Filled with hyaluronic acid, these silicic acid beads suspended in ultrafine, transparent powder are an innovative feature of the new collection. The powder helps maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance and keeps the skin lastingly supple. Make-up can truly contribute to well-being. n

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TANJA BÜLTER. TV and Internet presenter, journalist, coach and author. www.tanja-buelter.de

Valuable make-up tips learned firsthand in the TV industry

Nourishing, protective, soothing, expressive: These make-up products are suited for every skin and color type and are free of animal extracts, silicones, oil derivatives and parabens.

DISCOVER THE GREAT VARIETY OF PRODUCTS The new collection in elegant anthracite and gold encompasses high-quality products with nourishing anti-aging ingredients and new, modern colors: It includes concealer, moisturizing make-up, anti-aging make-up, a make-up compact, compact powder, loose powder, powder rouge, eyebrow pencils, powder eyeshadows, kohl pencils, liquid eyeliner, three different mascaras for various lash shapes, lip contour pencils with a built-in brush, lipsticks, lip gloss and eye make-up remover with rose water and deep spring water from the Black Forest.

For more information, please visit: www.boerlind.com

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Most of us presenters spend nearly an hour getting our make-up done before a show. What the make-up artists manage in this time is amazing: hair, make-up and not infrequently a brief, refreshing massage, an encouraging word and helpful make-up tips! One of the top make-up artists regularly does my make-up for my online fashion show “IN Fashion” (www.in.de) and has already had half of Hollywood under his powder brush: Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Karolína Kurková. Ayhan Üstün! His tricks are legendary! The most important thing first: Before applying make-up, I always use a good serum to create a base for the skin and supply it with moisture. A funny trick to avoid getting lipstick on your teeth: As soon as the lipstick has been applied, stick a finger in your mouth – ideally your index finger – and pull it out slowly while pursing your lips as if to kiss someone. It may not look exactly Grated, but the excess lipstick lands on your finger and will not mess up your teeth! If you have unruly eyebrows, simply spray hairspray on a cotton swab and use it to smooth out your brows. Press them into shape, let dry – voilà! Ayhan’s special type for natural-looking make-up: Use a little gloss powder to set soft glossy accents on the bridge of the nose, cheek bones and jaw line. That creates a very natural look. So whip out those powder puffs and create an even more beautiful you.

beauty

Like a

Summer in Paris

The summer makeup look “Voilà Paris” flatters more than just French women.

Try this new lightness of being.

Like the café au lait at your favorite café

Natural color palettes for enchantingly beautiful make-up Like a delicate rose macaron

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Like cherries in the marketplace Like the doves at the Place du Trocadéro

iny bistros and brasseries with awnings made of vermillion fabric entice passers-by to linger on their terraces. The city’s romantic, picturesque charm and fashion from sought-after designers such as Sonia Rykiel, Isabel Marant or the currently hippest label, The Kooples, stirs longings for a sojourn in this cosmopolitan city. When we think of Paris, however, we also think of the beautiful French women with their stunningly elegant sense of style. They are regarded as experts in the “no make-up” look – natural, calm yet perfectly styled.

No matter if you are brunette or blonde or prefer cool or warm tones, the color palette in the new makeup collection flatters any woman: In the powder eyeshadows, the nuances light rose, gold, green moss, mauve, mocha, stone, golden green, blue pearl, apricot and dark plum create expressive eyes. The range of lipsticks includes a fresh, brilliant ruby hue entitled paris red as well as both warm and cool shades of red. Follow these make-up tips to easily create your own elegant yet natural summer look: Prep your face by applying a light day cream or fluid to provide the skin with optimum moisture. Then cover pigmentation marks, rings under the eyes and red patches on the sides of the nose and cheeks with the liquid concealer. It masks minor imperfections naturally using light-reflecting pigments.

Like a walk down a tree-lined alley

Lighten the outer corners of your eyes and mouth to make your face appear more youthful. Reduced elasticity creates shadows in these areas that make the face appear older. Work the concealer cream into the skin with a gentle patting motion until it is perfectly blended. Then pat the foundation on as well. Now fix it in place with a loose powder: Dust the powder on with a thick brush, always moving from the top to the bottom of the face. This will prevent hairs from sticking out. The powder absorbs any oil that forms over the course of the day, stopping shine. At the same time, the microfine shimmer pigments create a soft-focus effect.

Choose two colors for the eye make-up, as this gives the eyes more depth. Apply the lighter tone, such as skin, to the moveable lid and set extra highlights under the brow and on the inner lid. Then use the darker color, such as brown delight, just for accents: Apply along the fold of the lid and smudge upwards and outwards.

Blend the colors into one another. The look can be intensified in the evening with eyeliner on the upper lid line. Apply mascara to your eyelashes. For your mouth, select a contour pencil in a natural shade that matches the color of your own lips. Apply the contour pencil by starting at the corners of the mouth and moving towards the center. Apply the lipstick by starting in the center and working outwards. Et voilà, c’est Paris! áá

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beauty

Like a

Summer in Paris

The summer makeup look “Voilà Paris” flatters more than just French women.

Try this new lightness of being.

Like the café au lait at your favorite café

Natural color palettes for enchantingly beautiful make-up Like a delicate rose macaron

T

Like cherries in the marketplace Like the doves at the Place du Trocadéro

iny bistros and brasseries with awnings made of vermillion fabric entice passers-by to linger on their terraces. The city’s romantic, picturesque charm and fashion from sought-after designers such as Sonia Rykiel, Isabel Marant or the currently hippest label, The Kooples, stirs longings for a sojourn in this cosmopolitan city. When we think of Paris, however, we also think of the beautiful French women with their stunningly elegant sense of style. They are regarded as experts in the “no make-up” look – natural, calm yet perfectly styled.

No matter if you are brunette or blonde or prefer cool or warm tones, the color palette in the new makeup collection flatters any woman: In the powder eyeshadows, the nuances light rose, gold, green moss, mauve, mocha, stone, golden green, blue pearl, apricot and dark plum create expressive eyes. The range of lipsticks includes a fresh, brilliant ruby hue entitled paris red as well as both warm and cool shades of red. Follow these make-up tips to easily create your own elegant yet natural summer look: Prep your face by applying a light day cream or fluid to provide the skin with optimum moisture. Then cover pigmentation marks, rings under the eyes and red patches on the sides of the nose and cheeks with the liquid concealer. It masks minor imperfections naturally using light-reflecting pigments.

Like a walk down a tree-lined alley

Lighten the outer corners of your eyes and mouth to make your face appear more youthful. Reduced elasticity creates shadows in these areas that make the face appear older. Work the concealer cream into the skin with a gentle patting motion until it is perfectly blended. Then pat the foundation on as well. Now fix it in place with a loose powder: Dust the powder on with a thick brush, always moving from the top to the bottom of the face. This will prevent hairs from sticking out. The powder absorbs any oil that forms over the course of the day, stopping shine. At the same time, the microfine shimmer pigments create a soft-focus effect.

Choose two colors for the eye make-up, as this gives the eyes more depth. Apply the lighter tone, such as skin, to the moveable lid and set extra highlights under the brow and on the inner lid. Then use the darker color, such as brown delight, just for accents: Apply along the fold of the lid and smudge upwards and outwards.

Blend the colors into one another. The look can be intensified in the evening with eyeliner on the upper lid line. Apply mascara to your eyelashes. For your mouth, select a contour pencil in a natural shade that matches the color of your own lips. Apply the contour pencil by starting at the corners of the mouth and moving towards the center. Apply the lipstick by starting in the center and working outwards. Et voilà, c’est Paris! áá

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beauty

Do I Look Good in

beauty

How to Create the

Red?

Perfect Look!

What color type are you?

Do you have a light to medium complexion without red patches?

Yes

No

Does your skin have yellow undertones, and do you have blond hair and blue or green-brown eyes?

Yes

No

Do you have very light skin, brown to black hair and aqua blue, green or gray eyes?

Yes

No

Do you have a Mediterranean complexion with olive to light brown skin and hazelnut brown eyes?

Yes

No

INTENSIVE CARE FOR SUMMER BEAUTIES Hair Leave-in – The spray care product for shiny, easy-tocomb hair. Spray into towel-dried hair after washing and do not rinse out. The natural oil complex supplies moisture and smoothes the surface of the hair. AQUANATURE Hyaluronate Creme Sorbet The creamy-textured gel nourishes demanding, dehydrated skin and encourages regeneration. BODY lind fresh Dry Body Oil An intensively nourishing body oil that absorbs quickly and leaves skin feeling pleasantly silky without an oily residue thanks to jojoba oil and oil derived from the seeds of the white daikon radish. Ideal for sun-stressed skin because it restores the natural balance of oil and moisture.

EXPERT TI P

The brilliant ruby-hued lipstick paris red sets the tone for the summer look by ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. Your natural skin color is the decisive factor in determining if this fresh, slightly warm nuance will flatter your face. If you can answer one of these questions with a “yes,” then you should try a bright red pout more often. Or in French, “Portez plus souvent un rouge voyant!”

UDO WALZ. The famous hair stylist discusses the trends for 2014. www.udo-walz.com

No carmine, guaranteed ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND lipsticks do not contain any insect blood. The red dye carmine frequently used in the food and cosmetics industries is harvested from impregnated, dried female cochineal insects. The brilliant color of these lipsticks, however, comes from

mineral pigments and food dyes. By the way: BÖRLIND brand ambassador Christiane Paul is actively participating in the current campaign from the animal rights organization PETA to stop the use of carmine in cosmetics.

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These hair cuts are trendy for summer 2014 Short hair cuts like the bob, cut short in the back and longer in the front. Hair at the front may even go down to shoulder length. For longer hair the blunt cut, with the hair precisely cut all to one length.

Invited to a roof-top party? These are the trends for medium-length to long hair

opened after leaving the beach and the hair then thoroughly rinsed.

The timeless ponytail or the chignon.

The chignon is an updo that can be varied in many ways from classic to elegant.

However, it does require hair of a certain length and specialist competence.

How to protect hair from salt water and chlorine

Accessories – yes, please!

Fashion shows in Berlin, Paris and New York all featured them: black feathers, scarves, hair bands made from historic coins, hair jewelry fashioned from sparkling gems or spring flowers and golden hair clips.

Tricks for creating the perfect beach look Gel or wax can be used to quickly create a wide variety of looks. One alternative is braiding the hair. The braid should only be

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All women should use special care products on a regular basis in summer. Color-treated hair needs lots of attention and special care even before leaving on vacation.

Sunlight and salt water draw the color out of the hair. The hair becomes porous and loses its shine.

These conditioning tips from the kitchen work miracles For dry hair, I often recommend a mixture of olive oil, cognac and egg yolk. Hair masks can be made at home from yoghurt and egg or avocado with lemon, curds and vitamin E. Those are traditional homemade recipes that can work real miracles.

beauty

Do I Look Good in

beauty

How to Create the

Red?

Perfect Look!

What color type are you?

Do you have a light to medium complexion without red patches?

Yes

No

Does your skin have yellow undertones, and do you have blond hair and blue or green-brown eyes?

Yes

No

Do you have very light skin, brown to black hair and aqua blue, green or gray eyes?

Yes

No

Do you have a Mediterranean complexion with olive to light brown skin and hazelnut brown eyes?

Yes

No

INTENSIVE CARE FOR SUMMER BEAUTIES Hair Leave-in – The spray care product for shiny, easy-tocomb hair. Spray into towel-dried hair after washing and do not rinse out. The natural oil complex supplies moisture and smoothes the surface of the hair. AQUANATURE Hyaluronate Creme Sorbet The creamy-textured gel nourishes demanding, dehydrated skin and encourages regeneration. BODY lind fresh Dry Body Oil An intensively nourishing body oil that absorbs quickly and leaves skin feeling pleasantly silky without an oily residue thanks to jojoba oil and oil derived from the seeds of the white daikon radish. Ideal for sun-stressed skin because it restores the natural balance of oil and moisture.

EXPERT TI P

The brilliant ruby-hued lipstick paris red sets the tone for the summer look by ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. Your natural skin color is the decisive factor in determining if this fresh, slightly warm nuance will flatter your face. If you can answer one of these questions with a “yes,” then you should try a bright red pout more often. Or in French, “Portez plus souvent un rouge voyant!”

UDO WALZ. The famous hair stylist discusses the trends for 2014. www.udo-walz.com

No carmine, guaranteed ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND lipsticks do not contain any insect blood. The red dye carmine frequently used in the food and cosmetics industries is harvested from impregnated, dried female cochineal insects. The brilliant color of these lipsticks, however, comes from

mineral pigments and food dyes. By the way: BÖRLIND brand ambassador Christiane Paul is actively participating in the current campaign from the animal rights organization PETA to stop the use of carmine in cosmetics.

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These hair cuts are trendy for summer 2014 Short hair cuts like the bob, cut short in the back and longer in the front. Hair at the front may even go down to shoulder length. For longer hair the blunt cut, with the hair precisely cut all to one length.

Invited to a roof-top party? These are the trends for medium-length to long hair

opened after leaving the beach and the hair then thoroughly rinsed.

The timeless ponytail or the chignon.

The chignon is an updo that can be varied in many ways from classic to elegant.

However, it does require hair of a certain length and specialist competence.

How to protect hair from salt water and chlorine

Accessories – yes, please!

Fashion shows in Berlin, Paris and New York all featured them: black feathers, scarves, hair bands made from historic coins, hair jewelry fashioned from sparkling gems or spring flowers and golden hair clips.

Tricks for creating the perfect beach look Gel or wax can be used to quickly create a wide variety of looks. One alternative is braiding the hair. The braid should only be

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All women should use special care products on a regular basis in summer. Color-treated hair needs lots of attention and special care even before leaving on vacation.

Sunlight and salt water draw the color out of the hair. The hair becomes porous and loses its shine.

These conditioning tips from the kitchen work miracles For dry hair, I often recommend a mixture of olive oil, cognac and egg yolk. Hair masks can be made at home from yoghurt and egg or avocado with lemon, curds and vitamin E. Those are traditional homemade recipes that can work real miracles.

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Microfine Finish

Make-up innovation: dance of the beauty molecules

A loose powder that preserves the skin’s natural moisture. How does that work? A peek in the cosmetics laboratory reveals the answer.

esearch paves the way for new experiences: A fluid make-up that supplies moisture and covers minor imperfections. That sounds logical. It has a liquid to creamy texture and leaves the skin feeling noticeably refreshed when applied. But a loose transparent powder? How can a dry powder that we dust onto our forehead, nose, cheeks and chin with a brush or powder puff create a silky sensation that feels almost as if the skin had just been moisturized? “Modern powders are so ultrafine that they no longer form unsightly clumps in fine lines and pores. They should feel like a transparent veil made of silk,” says Guylaine Le Loarer, Head of Research and Development at BÖRLIND GmbH.

New biotechnology: anti-aging make-up with sustained release effect “Our new powder is a combination of select micro-size ingredients that harmonize exceptionally well together and have a very special mission: They provide the skin with a sustained supply of moisture and combat fine wrinkles.” The innovative technology in the new powder consists of tiny silica beads filled with sodium salt from hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate). These tiny beads of between two and 15 micrograms in size are not visible to the naked eye. Very generally speaking, they are approximately equivalent in size to starch particles. The beads permit continual release of the hyaluronic acid to the skin, thus ensuring a long-lasting supply of moisture.

In this context, it should also be noted that all BÖRLIND products containing any type of beads or exfoliant particles are guaranteed to come from natural sources.

“Consumers are often uncertain about microbeads because they don’t know if they are made from microplastic or not,” says Le Loarer. Microplastic is being used more and more often in conventional shower scrubs, cleaning gels and make-up products. It serves as a cheap, lightweight filler material or exfoliant and has a slight ❯❯

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GUYLAINE LE LOARER. Head of Research and Development for ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND.

Silicic acid beads filled with hyaluronic acid and suspended in a powder – How did this innovation come about? In addition to the matting and concealing properties, our focus was on making users’ skin feel especially good. Many women want an extra-soft, smooth and fresh finish.

What does this innovation do?

The silica beads permit gradual release of the hyaluron to the skin, improving moisture levels as a result.

How is the silicic acid produced?

From silica sand.

What type of hyaluronic acid is it?

We use high-molecular hyaluronic acid in our loose powder, in our lipsticks and in our compact powders.

High-tech powders with a soft-focus effect are a genuine anti-aging miracle. Is yours one of them?

Yes. The continual supply of moisture through the hyaluronic acid reduces fine wrinkles caused by dry skin and makes the complexion appear smoother. This effect is enhanced by light-reflecting pigments.

EXTRA-SOFT POWDER WITH MICROMOLECULES The ultrafine and transparent powder from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND for a velvety finish with a delicate floral aroma. It contains silica beads filled with hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil, bisabolol and light-reflecting pigments.

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What skin types is this powder suitable for? It is highly compatible with the skin and suitable for all women.

The powder is especially beneficial for mature and dry skin because of its moisturizing properties.

R

Microfine Finish

Make-up innovation: dance of the beauty molecules

A loose powder that preserves the skin’s natural moisture. How does that work? A peek in the cosmetics laboratory reveals the answer.

esearch paves the way for new experiences: A fluid make-up that supplies moisture and covers minor imperfections. That sounds logical. It has a liquid to creamy texture and leaves the skin feeling noticeably refreshed when applied. But a loose transparent powder? How can a dry powder that we dust onto our forehead, nose, cheeks and chin with a brush or powder puff create a silky sensation that feels almost as if the skin had just been moisturized? “Modern powders are so ultrafine that they no longer form unsightly clumps in fine lines and pores. They should feel like a transparent veil made of silk,” says Guylaine Le Loarer, Head of Research and Development at BÖRLIND GmbH.

New biotechnology: anti-aging make-up with sustained release effect “Our new powder is a combination of select micro-size ingredients that harmonize exceptionally well together and have a very special mission: They provide the skin with a sustained supply of moisture and combat fine wrinkles.” The innovative technology in the new powder consists of tiny silica beads filled with sodium salt from hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate). These tiny beads of between two and 15 micrograms in size are not visible to the naked eye. Very generally speaking, they are approximately equivalent in size to starch particles. The beads permit continual release of the hyaluronic acid to the skin, thus ensuring a long-lasting supply of moisture.

In this context, it should also be noted that all BÖRLIND products containing any type of beads or exfoliant particles are guaranteed to come from natural sources.

“Consumers are often uncertain about microbeads because they don’t know if they are made from microplastic or not,” says Le Loarer. Microplastic is being used more and more often in conventional shower scrubs, cleaning gels and make-up products. It serves as a cheap, lightweight filler material or exfoliant and has a slight ❯❯

I NTERVI EW

research & knowledge

GUYLAINE LE LOARER. Head of Research and Development for ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND.

Silicic acid beads filled with hyaluronic acid and suspended in a powder – How did this innovation come about? In addition to the matting and concealing properties, our focus was on making users’ skin feel especially good. Many women want an extra-soft, smooth and fresh finish.

What does this innovation do?

The silica beads permit gradual release of the hyaluron to the skin, improving moisture levels as a result.

How is the silicic acid produced?

From silica sand.

What type of hyaluronic acid is it?

We use high-molecular hyaluronic acid in our loose powder, in our lipsticks and in our compact powders.

High-tech powders with a soft-focus effect are a genuine anti-aging miracle. Is yours one of them?

Yes. The continual supply of moisture through the hyaluronic acid reduces fine wrinkles caused by dry skin and makes the complexion appear smoother. This effect is enhanced by light-reflecting pigments.

EXTRA-SOFT POWDER WITH MICROMOLECULES The ultrafine and transparent powder from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND for a velvety finish with a delicate floral aroma. It contains silica beads filled with hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil, bisabolol and light-reflecting pigments.

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What skin types is this powder suitable for? It is highly compatible with the skin and suitable for all women.

The powder is especially beneficial for mature and dry skin because of its moisturizing properties.

news

research & knowledge

METHOD OF ACTION. Silicic acid beads release hyaluron into the skin.

Congratulations!

SILICA

HYALURONIC ACID SKIN

Low-molecular hyaluronic acid DEEP IMPACT. On a molecular level, the short-chain hyaluronic acid works from the inside by binding water in the deeper layers of the skin. It is present as a moisture depot in anti-aging creams.

Three types, three effects

Highly-molecular hyaluronic acid INSTANT IMPACT. It forms a protective layer on the skin by bonding to the corneal layer and storing moisture.

Ideal for make-up products intended to create a softfocus effect.

Botanical hyaluronic acid PLANT-BASED. Derived from jelly fungus, it differs chemically from hyaluronic acid produced using biotechnology but also binds water in the skin. It is contained in the AQUANATURE series.

❯❯ shimmer to it. Because the particles are so small, they are able to reach the ocean though sewage treatment plants where they then pollute the environment, form deposits, are absorbed by fish and other sea creatures and ultimately end up in our bodies when we eat seafood.

ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND does not use any beads made from microplastic For many years now, researchers have been pointing out that the increasing volume of plastic garbage is poisoning the oceans because it does not decompose.

“No polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) is used in our skin care products,” promises Le Loarer. “Our products contain ingredients such as salt from Brittany and exfoliant particles made from jojoba nuts, bamboo or silica.” For example, the all-important hyaluronic acid in the new finishing powder is encapsulated in natural silica beads and passes through their sheaths into the skin.” The hyaluronic acid is harvested with the aid of biotechnology, using bacteria cultures that undergo a fermentation process. The hyaluronic acid is regarded as especially compatible with skin because it is naturally present in the body. It reforms every three days.

Their gel-like, structuring property is formed in every cell, in tendons, ligaments, joints, mucous membranes and connective tissue, when sugar molecules bind to water. In addition, the gel-like hyaluronic acid transports and distributes nutrients faster in the organism and ensures smooth, supple skin.

Unfortunately, the concentration of this rejuvenating substance decreases as we age. Excessive sunbathing and free radicals also have a negative effect on hyaluronic acid levels. If one applies creams or make-up products containing hyaluronic acid, the substance uses hydrogen bridges to bind to keratin, i.e. the skin’s corneal layer, and thus stores moisture. That smoothes the skin and leaves it feeling soft. In this way, the amount of hyaluronic acid in the skin can be raised to the levels present in youth. This active antiaging ingredient can moisturize even dry skin with a damaged barrier layer in such a way that regenerating and rehydrating care products can build up the barrier layer once again. Good to know that this innovative biotechnology combined with pearlescent pigments can create a microfine, silky finish. That is beauty with every stroke of the powder brush. ■

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THE LEAF OF THE LINDEN TREE. ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND products come out on top in the competition.

A brief portrait of all three awards.

The European BSB Innovation Prize 2014 in the category “Most Innovative Natural Product” has been awarded to AQUANATURE Eye Pads. Created by BSB founder Dr. Jan-H. Riedel, the award is designed to disseminate the latest knowledge worldwide and to honor outstanding services and innovations. In late 2013, the Germanlanguage magazine “Meins” for women over 50 presented the Meins Award. Rose Petal Vital Care Cream was among the top three products in the natural cosmetics category. And at the InterCHARM 2013 trade fair in Moscow, the BIORUS Award 2013 for the best natural cosmetics in Russia went to four Annemarie BÖRLIND products: First prize in the category “facial care” for AQUANATURE 24 Hour Moisturizing Cream. First prize in the category “eye care” for NATUROYALE Eye and Lip Contour. First prize in the category “body care” for BODY lind. Second prize in the category “anti-aging” for NATUROYALE Lifting Serum.

BÖRLIND News Natural cosmetics are setting trends

NEW

A NOURISHING SUMMER BREEZE. The classic body care line BODY lind from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND is getting some new fresh and fruity company: The Fresh edition encompasses body gel, body lotion, deo spray and dry body oil and contains camellia, sesame, argan and macadamia nut oil as well as certified “Fair for Life” aloe vera.

96%

Rosacea symptoms improved for 24 of 25 test persons in a comparison of day 1 and day 56 of use.

80%

Better luminosity of the skin through reduction of red patches.

72%

Clear increase in the skin’s moisture level.

Rosacea care put to the test First cleanse the face with the mild cleansing gel, then apply the soothing intensive serum followed by the soothing face emulsion – Dado Sens Dermacosmetics favorably impressed 25 test persons with stage one rosacea during a two-month study. Directed by Dr. med. Jennifer Quist of the University Clinic of Magdeburg, the study examined the effects of system-based care on red patches, episodes of the disease, the burning sensation felt and dry rosacea skin. The result is impressive: The skin improved significantly in appearance.

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news

research & knowledge

METHOD OF ACTION. Silicic acid beads release hyaluron into the skin.

Congratulations!

SILICA

HYALURONIC ACID SKIN

Low-molecular hyaluronic acid DEEP IMPACT. On a molecular level, the short-chain hyaluronic acid works from the inside by binding water in the deeper layers of the skin. It is present as a moisture depot in anti-aging creams.

Three types, three effects

Highly-molecular hyaluronic acid INSTANT IMPACT. It forms a protective layer on the skin by bonding to the corneal layer and storing moisture.

Ideal for make-up products intended to create a softfocus effect.

Botanical hyaluronic acid PLANT-BASED. Derived from jelly fungus, it differs chemically from hyaluronic acid produced using biotechnology but also binds water in the skin. It is contained in the AQUANATURE series.

❯❯ shimmer to it. Because the particles are so small, they are able to reach the ocean though sewage treatment plants where they then pollute the environment, form deposits, are absorbed by fish and other sea creatures and ultimately end up in our bodies when we eat seafood.

ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND does not use any beads made from microplastic For many years now, researchers have been pointing out that the increasing volume of plastic garbage is poisoning the oceans because it does not decompose.

“No polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) is used in our skin care products,” promises Le Loarer. “Our products contain ingredients such as salt from Brittany and exfoliant particles made from jojoba nuts, bamboo or silica.” For example, the all-important hyaluronic acid in the new finishing powder is encapsulated in natural silica beads and passes through their sheaths into the skin.” The hyaluronic acid is harvested with the aid of biotechnology, using bacteria cultures that undergo a fermentation process. The hyaluronic acid is regarded as especially compatible with skin because it is naturally present in the body. It reforms every three days.

Their gel-like, structuring property is formed in every cell, in tendons, ligaments, joints, mucous membranes and connective tissue, when sugar molecules bind to water. In addition, the gel-like hyaluronic acid transports and distributes nutrients faster in the organism and ensures smooth, supple skin.

Unfortunately, the concentration of this rejuvenating substance decreases as we age. Excessive sunbathing and free radicals also have a negative effect on hyaluronic acid levels. If one applies creams or make-up products containing hyaluronic acid, the substance uses hydrogen bridges to bind to keratin, i.e. the skin’s corneal layer, and thus stores moisture. That smoothes the skin and leaves it feeling soft. In this way, the amount of hyaluronic acid in the skin can be raised to the levels present in youth. This active antiaging ingredient can moisturize even dry skin with a damaged barrier layer in such a way that regenerating and rehydrating care products can build up the barrier layer once again. Good to know that this innovative biotechnology combined with pearlescent pigments can create a microfine, silky finish. That is beauty with every stroke of the powder brush. ■

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THE LEAF OF THE LINDEN TREE. ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND products come out on top in the competition.

A brief portrait of all three awards.

The European BSB Innovation Prize 2014 in the category “Most Innovative Natural Product” has been awarded to AQUANATURE Eye Pads. Created by BSB founder Dr. Jan-H. Riedel, the award is designed to disseminate the latest knowledge worldwide and to honor outstanding services and innovations. In late 2013, the Germanlanguage magazine “Meins” for women over 50 presented the Meins Award. Rose Petal Vital Care Cream was among the top three products in the natural cosmetics category. And at the InterCHARM 2013 trade fair in Moscow, the BIORUS Award 2013 for the best natural cosmetics in Russia went to four Annemarie BÖRLIND products: First prize in the category “facial care” for AQUANATURE 24 Hour Moisturizing Cream. First prize in the category “eye care” for NATUROYALE Eye and Lip Contour. First prize in the category “body care” for BODY lind. Second prize in the category “anti-aging” for NATUROYALE Lifting Serum.

BÖRLIND News Natural cosmetics are setting trends

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A NOURISHING SUMMER BREEZE. The classic body care line BODY lind from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND is getting some new fresh and fruity company: The Fresh edition encompasses body gel, body lotion, deo spray and dry body oil and contains camellia, sesame, argan and macadamia nut oil as well as certified “Fair for Life” aloe vera.

96%

Rosacea symptoms improved for 24 of 25 test persons in a comparison of day 1 and day 56 of use.

80%

Better luminosity of the skin through reduction of red patches.

72%

Clear increase in the skin’s moisture level.

Rosacea care put to the test First cleanse the face with the mild cleansing gel, then apply the soothing intensive serum followed by the soothing face emulsion – Dado Sens Dermacosmetics favorably impressed 25 test persons with stage one rosacea during a two-month study. Directed by Dr. med. Jennifer Quist of the University Clinic of Magdeburg, the study examined the effects of system-based care on red patches, episodes of the disease, the burning sensation felt and dry rosacea skin. The result is impressive: The skin improved significantly in appearance.

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Beauty Queen

on the Water Stockholm, the radiant capital city of the north, offers a relaxing vacation atmosphere

Gold-colored Renaissancestyle houses that appear as if they were floating on sparkling water and white seagulls spiraling in the clear blue sky. When kissed awake by the first rays of morning sunshine, Stockholm is an unforgettable sight.

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he royal capital is elegantly spread across 14 islands in the bays of the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren. They are linked together by 50 bridges.

“The Venice of the north” – as it is affectionately known to its fans. And it has many fans. That comes as no surprise: While other metropolises are filled with commotion and noise, Stockholm has a splendidly relaxed flair. One-third of its surface area is covered by water, another third by vegetation. The full majesty of its beauty is best explored by water. No matter if aboard one of the romantic steamships or in a rented boat.

There is lots to see and do. Thanks to it picturesque location between Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea, the city is a mecca for lovers of water sports. Not to mention its proximity to the 30,000 islands in the Stockholm archipelago, one of the most beautiful sailing spots in the world. And in case you should fall overboard, there is no need to worry: The extremely clean water is delightful for a dip on the long Swedish summer days.

Sightseeing The old downtown district Gamla Stan on the island of Stadsholmen is perfect for nostalgic strolls. It is one of the largest and best preserved city centers in Europe. With its many small shops and cozy cafés, Gamla Stan is an ideal spot for whiling the time away.

The neighboring island of Riddarholmen and the royal residence – one of the largest palaces in the world with over 600 rooms – are also well worth seeing.

The Vasastan district, bustling with life and full of small, offbeat shops, antiques and good food, is a hot insider tip. Its numerous CD and record shops make Vasastan a magnet for music lovers. The former working-class district of Södermalm has also undergone a

TYPICAL SCENERY. Creative chalkboard menus in front of small cafés. They indicate what delicacies are available today.

MAJESTIC. The Swedish royal family resides in this city as well.

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Sailing WHEREVER THE WIND GOES. Sailing is a popular pastime in Sweden.

complete change of image. Buildings that once functioned as brickworks and weaving mills now house artists’ studios and bars. Visitors will encounter a wide variety of unusual, individual, interesting and modern shops for clothing, design, second-hand items, furniture and hip accessories. The store called Grandpa is a good example. Shoppers can look forward to live music from Swedish DJs while poking through a charming mixture of clothing, shoes, furniture and curiosities (www.grandpa.se). This district rises sharply out of the water, offering a fantastic view of the city. SoFo, the alternative district in Stockholm, is an absolute hot spot. It is filled with bars, restaurants and shops that you won’t find anywhere else.

No visitor to Stockholm can avoid ABBA – the city and the group are inseparably linked. The ABBA Museum on the island of Djurgården covers more than 2,000 square meters devoted to the history of the band. You can sing along with ABBA holograms and discover treasures some of which were once personal objects belonging to the band members (www.abbathemuseum.com). ❯❯

Gamla Stan

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Beauty Queen

on the Water Stockholm, the radiant capital city of the north, offers a relaxing vacation atmosphere

Gold-colored Renaissancestyle houses that appear as if they were floating on sparkling water and white seagulls spiraling in the clear blue sky. When kissed awake by the first rays of morning sunshine, Stockholm is an unforgettable sight.

T

he royal capital is elegantly spread across 14 islands in the bays of the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren. They are linked together by 50 bridges.

“The Venice of the north” – as it is affectionately known to its fans. And it has many fans. That comes as no surprise: While other metropolises are filled with commotion and noise, Stockholm has a splendidly relaxed flair. One-third of its surface area is covered by water, another third by vegetation. The full majesty of its beauty is best explored by water. No matter if aboard one of the romantic steamships or in a rented boat.

There is lots to see and do. Thanks to it picturesque location between Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea, the city is a mecca for lovers of water sports. Not to mention its proximity to the 30,000 islands in the Stockholm archipelago, one of the most beautiful sailing spots in the world. And in case you should fall overboard, there is no need to worry: The extremely clean water is delightful for a dip on the long Swedish summer days.

Sightseeing The old downtown district Gamla Stan on the island of Stadsholmen is perfect for nostalgic strolls. It is one of the largest and best preserved city centers in Europe. With its many small shops and cozy cafés, Gamla Stan is an ideal spot for whiling the time away.

The neighboring island of Riddarholmen and the royal residence – one of the largest palaces in the world with over 600 rooms – are also well worth seeing.

The Vasastan district, bustling with life and full of small, offbeat shops, antiques and good food, is a hot insider tip. Its numerous CD and record shops make Vasastan a magnet for music lovers. The former working-class district of Södermalm has also undergone a

TYPICAL SCENERY. Creative chalkboard menus in front of small cafés. They indicate what delicacies are available today.

MAJESTIC. The Swedish royal family resides in this city as well.

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Sailing WHEREVER THE WIND GOES. Sailing is a popular pastime in Sweden.

complete change of image. Buildings that once functioned as brickworks and weaving mills now house artists’ studios and bars. Visitors will encounter a wide variety of unusual, individual, interesting and modern shops for clothing, design, second-hand items, furniture and hip accessories. The store called Grandpa is a good example. Shoppers can look forward to live music from Swedish DJs while poking through a charming mixture of clothing, shoes, furniture and curiosities (www.grandpa.se). This district rises sharply out of the water, offering a fantastic view of the city. SoFo, the alternative district in Stockholm, is an absolute hot spot. It is filled with bars, restaurants and shops that you won’t find anywhere else.

No visitor to Stockholm can avoid ABBA – the city and the group are inseparably linked. The ABBA Museum on the island of Djurgården covers more than 2,000 square meters devoted to the history of the band. You can sing along with ABBA holograms and discover treasures some of which were once personal objects belonging to the band members (www.abbathemuseum.com). ❯❯

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Gondolen STOCKHOLM FROM THE ROOFTOP. Savor the view with a cocktail here.

Food and drink ❯❯ The fish specialties in Stockholm, e. g. in the Sturehof, are an absolute must. Situated in the heart of the shopping district, the restaurant has numbered among the best places to eat in Stockholm since 1897.

Diners are a mixture of younger and older Stockholm businesspeople as well as international visitors. You are located in the heart of Sweden’s capital city, so try to grab a table on the terrace or near a window (www.sturehof.com). Right around the corner from the Sturehof is another Stockholm institution, the Östermalms Saluhall. It ranks among the ten best and most beautiful market halls in the world. You can find anything you crave here: meat, sausages, game and of course reindeer and elk as well as Swedish cheese. There are also many different kinds of fresh, smoked and marinated fish and all types of seafood in a quality seldom found anywhere else. In addition to numerous

merchants, there are several restaurants and counters where the delightful morsels offered can be savored in peace. Because of its very small doors, the hall is somewhat difficult to find. The best thing to do is ask one of the natives, who are generally very willing to help (www.ostermalmshallen.se).

Those who love exotic cuisine will feel right at home in the Farang: Asian fusion dishes with influences from Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Indonesia are served here.

The industrial hall creates a cool, modern atmosphere – a mixture of dining hall, cocktail bar, lounge and open kitchen. The Farang is a gathering place for chic Stockholm society as well as designers and artists (www.farang.se). For a fantastic view over the roofs of Stockholms, head to the Gondolen. According to manager Ragnar Boman, natives love to enjoy the view over a glass of “ginger drops,” the restaurant’s own special concotion made from fresh ginger, vodka, lemon liqueur and lemon juice (www.eriks.se).

Accommodation The Grand Hotel Stockholm, located on the waterfront across from the royal palace and the old downtown, is the epitome of luxury. The hotel’s own restaurant, the Verandan, offers one of the best views of the city and the harbor as well as serving an exceptionally good breakfast buffet. When ordering à la carte, the various fish appetizers are especially worth trying (www.grandhotel.se).

Another bastion of elegance is the Malardrottningen Hotel. It is housed in an 80-year-old luxury yacht that once belong to the department store heiress and multimillionaire Barbara Hutton. The hotel is docked in the harbor on the island of Riddarholmen, near the old downtown (www.malardrottningen.se).

NOBLE QUARTERS. This five-star hotel has served as a home away from home for VIPs, politicians and Nobel Prize winners.

Grand Hotel

SHOPPING. Sweden’s leading chain of healthfood stores also offers products from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND.

Life butiken

Green oases As soon as the winter has passed, the inhabitants of Stockholm pour outside in droves to enjoy the first rays of sunshine – and that at temperatures that would seem a little cool to most of the rest of us. There is more than enough green space for soaking up the sunshine thanks to a huge nature preserve located on 27 square kilometers of land in the middle of the city center. The Ekoparken is also perfect for exploring by bike.

Nature is generally very important to the inhabitants of the city. There was good reason why Stockholm was recognized as Europe’s first Green Capital in 2010: for its sophisticated infrastructure system that helps to minimize emissions of greenhouse gases. Buses, for example, run on ethanol or biogas. The city’s objective is to be completely independent of fossil fuels by 2050. More and more restaurants and cafés are seeking to protect the environment as well. A shining example is the café Rosendals Trädgård (www.rosendalstradgard.se), located on the island of Djurgåden in the middle of Rosendal’s Garden. Old, gnarled apple trees, green meadows, colorful flowers and lots of twittering birds – salads, soups, sandwiches and homemade cakes are served in this miniature paradise. The café uses organic and biodynamic ingredients, some of which are grown in its own garden. Residents of Stockholm are also fond of holding weddings here. This comes as no surprise considering the tranquil beauty of this little patch of earth. ■

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Rosendals Trädgård PURE ROMANTICISM. Whether sitting at a flower-covered table or nestled in the lush green grass of the apple orchard – this is the stuff summer daydreams and culinary delights are made of.

Win an unforgettable natural adventure

We are giving away a gift certificate worth a total of approximately €568 for two excursions from Natures Best, the awardwinning Swedish eco-tourism company.

For example a kayak tour off the island of Bullerö. www.naturesbestsweden.com

QUESTION | What musical group is impossible to avoid in Stockholm?

A | ABBA B | Ace of Base

Send your answer via e-mail to: stockholm@medienfabrik.de Entries will be accepted from April 14 to July 31, 2014.

FOR BEAUTY QUEENS Won first place as “Best Natural Beauty Product” in the Scandinavian “Innovation Awards 2013”: Rose Petal Vital Care Cream from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. The two-phase serum nourishes the skin with valuable plant oils and rose petal extract derived from elegant organic Damascus roses.

ISLAND PARADISE. Many of the small islands known as skerries are covered with meadows, pine forests and blueberry fields.

Skerry islands

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Gondolen STOCKHOLM FROM THE ROOFTOP. Savor the view with a cocktail here.

Food and drink ❯❯ The fish specialties in Stockholm, e. g. in the Sturehof, are an absolute must. Situated in the heart of the shopping district, the restaurant has numbered among the best places to eat in Stockholm since 1897.

Diners are a mixture of younger and older Stockholm businesspeople as well as international visitors. You are located in the heart of Sweden’s capital city, so try to grab a table on the terrace or near a window (www.sturehof.com). Right around the corner from the Sturehof is another Stockholm institution, the Östermalms Saluhall. It ranks among the ten best and most beautiful market halls in the world. You can find anything you crave here: meat, sausages, game and of course reindeer and elk as well as Swedish cheese. There are also many different kinds of fresh, smoked and marinated fish and all types of seafood in a quality seldom found anywhere else. In addition to numerous

merchants, there are several restaurants and counters where the delightful morsels offered can be savored in peace. Because of its very small doors, the hall is somewhat difficult to find. The best thing to do is ask one of the natives, who are generally very willing to help (www.ostermalmshallen.se).

Those who love exotic cuisine will feel right at home in the Farang: Asian fusion dishes with influences from Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Indonesia are served here.

The industrial hall creates a cool, modern atmosphere – a mixture of dining hall, cocktail bar, lounge and open kitchen. The Farang is a gathering place for chic Stockholm society as well as designers and artists (www.farang.se). For a fantastic view over the roofs of Stockholms, head to the Gondolen. According to manager Ragnar Boman, natives love to enjoy the view over a glass of “ginger drops,” the restaurant’s own special concotion made from fresh ginger, vodka, lemon liqueur and lemon juice (www.eriks.se).

Accommodation The Grand Hotel Stockholm, located on the waterfront across from the royal palace and the old downtown, is the epitome of luxury. The hotel’s own restaurant, the Verandan, offers one of the best views of the city and the harbor as well as serving an exceptionally good breakfast buffet. When ordering à la carte, the various fish appetizers are especially worth trying (www.grandhotel.se).

Another bastion of elegance is the Malardrottningen Hotel. It is housed in an 80-year-old luxury yacht that once belong to the department store heiress and multimillionaire Barbara Hutton. The hotel is docked in the harbor on the island of Riddarholmen, near the old downtown (www.malardrottningen.se).

NOBLE QUARTERS. This five-star hotel has served as a home away from home for VIPs, politicians and Nobel Prize winners.

Grand Hotel

SHOPPING. Sweden’s leading chain of healthfood stores also offers products from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND.

Life butiken

Green oases As soon as the winter has passed, the inhabitants of Stockholm pour outside in droves to enjoy the first rays of sunshine – and that at temperatures that would seem a little cool to most of the rest of us. There is more than enough green space for soaking up the sunshine thanks to a huge nature preserve located on 27 square kilometers of land in the middle of the city center. The Ekoparken is also perfect for exploring by bike.

Nature is generally very important to the inhabitants of the city. There was good reason why Stockholm was recognized as Europe’s first Green Capital in 2010: for its sophisticated infrastructure system that helps to minimize emissions of greenhouse gases. Buses, for example, run on ethanol or biogas. The city’s objective is to be completely independent of fossil fuels by 2050. More and more restaurants and cafés are seeking to protect the environment as well. A shining example is the café Rosendals Trädgård (www.rosendalstradgard.se), located on the island of Djurgåden in the middle of Rosendal’s Garden. Old, gnarled apple trees, green meadows, colorful flowers and lots of twittering birds – salads, soups, sandwiches and homemade cakes are served in this miniature paradise. The café uses organic and biodynamic ingredients, some of which are grown in its own garden. Residents of Stockholm are also fond of holding weddings here. This comes as no surprise considering the tranquil beauty of this little patch of earth. ■

T CO N

E ST

Rosendals Trädgård PURE ROMANTICISM. Whether sitting at a flower-covered table or nestled in the lush green grass of the apple orchard – this is the stuff summer daydreams and culinary delights are made of.

Win an unforgettable natural adventure

We are giving away a gift certificate worth a total of approximately €568 for two excursions from Natures Best, the awardwinning Swedish eco-tourism company.

For example a kayak tour off the island of Bullerö. www.naturesbestsweden.com

QUESTION | What musical group is impossible to avoid in Stockholm?

A | ABBA B | Ace of Base

Send your answer via e-mail to: stockholm@medienfabrik.de Entries will be accepted from April 14 to July 31, 2014.

FOR BEAUTY QUEENS Won first place as “Best Natural Beauty Product” in the Scandinavian “Innovation Awards 2013”: Rose Petal Vital Care Cream from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND. The two-phase serum nourishes the skin with valuable plant oils and rose petal extract derived from elegant organic Damascus roses.

ISLAND PARADISE. Many of the small islands known as skerries are covered with meadows, pine forests and blueberry fields.

Skerry islands

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Feet That Can Take Center Stage Treat your feet to a little beauty

Important footnote

How can neglected winter feet be readied to show off in no time at all?

With loving care and pretty new foot accessories. Then all that is left to do is slip them into summer sandals!

A how-to guide for picture perfect polish!

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ow wonderful that we can get together tomorrow. I’ll pick you up at ten. There’s a new shoe store that we definitely have to check out.” It’s time for a spontaneous get-together between two girlfriends. As soon as the meeting has been arranged, a mental list of euphoric shopping goals begins to form: “I could really use new slingbacks, perhaps in a daring red, or flip-flops with glittering sequins.”

Soft feet overnight with this instant pampering beauty treatment After a brief inspection of one’s shoe closet and a few minutes spent trying on last year’s summery footwear, most women quickly become aware of the “bare” facts.

A glance at their feet and all illusions vanish: “They have looked better,” one realizes. Pasty while, rough patches of skin, crooked nails and ugly callouses – winter leaves

A BRIEF SHOE GUIDE

No one can live without them in summer

Wedges WEDGE HEELS. First introduced in 1936 by the designer Ferragamo.

Look best on tall women, for example with chino pants.

Thong sandals CASUAL. Also known as thong sandals or flip-flops. Can be worn with almost anything. Least suited for the office.

T-Stripes TRENDY T-THONG. They were already around back in the 1930s.

They make the foot look shapely and are best suited to skirts and dresses.

First, thoroughly remove all old nail polish.

This should always be done moving from the nail bed to the tip of the nail, not the other way around. Bits of leftover polish could otherwise become trapped under the cuticle.

Then apply a base coat. This smoothes out the nail and enables the colored polish to adhere better. It also protects the nail against yellow discoloration from dark polishes.

Once the base coat is completely dry, apply your favorite color polish: Always start with one brush stroke in the middle and then move left and right to the edges.

its traces. And unfortunately it has been a few weeks since the last pedicure too. But taking a stroll in new summer shoes is only a real treat with well-groomed princess feet. How can they be transformed overnight?

Very easily: Step out of those old socks and into foot care heaven. Ideally you should get off to a relaxed start with a warm, cleansing footbath at 36 degrees Celsius or 97 degrees Fahrenheit. That optimally prepares the skin for the care to follow, softens the cuticles so that they can be pushed back and enables easier removal of callouses as well. The feet should be soaked in a mixture of, for example, water, sea salt, olive oil, cream and dash of lavender oil for at least 15 minutes. Salt crystals in water are ideal for exfoliation. Lightly calloused skin and excess cuticles can then be gently massaged away. ❯❯

Slingbacks OPEN HEEL. This classic was worn by female film stars in the 1930s. Ideal for combining with outfits such as jeans or that little black dress.

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Sandals UNCOMPLICATED. Flat soles and straps – no matter if gladiator sandals, with rivets or floral decorations, they make us long for sunny days.

care & wellness

Feet That Can Take Center Stage Treat your feet to a little beauty

Important footnote

How can neglected winter feet be readied to show off in no time at all?

With loving care and pretty new foot accessories. Then all that is left to do is slip them into summer sandals!

A how-to guide for picture perfect polish!

H

ow wonderful that we can get together tomorrow. I’ll pick you up at ten. There’s a new shoe store that we definitely have to check out.” It’s time for a spontaneous get-together between two girlfriends. As soon as the meeting has been arranged, a mental list of euphoric shopping goals begins to form: “I could really use new slingbacks, perhaps in a daring red, or flip-flops with glittering sequins.”

Soft feet overnight with this instant pampering beauty treatment After a brief inspection of one’s shoe closet and a few minutes spent trying on last year’s summery footwear, most women quickly become aware of the “bare” facts.

A glance at their feet and all illusions vanish: “They have looked better,” one realizes. Pasty while, rough patches of skin, crooked nails and ugly callouses – winter leaves

A BRIEF SHOE GUIDE

No one can live without them in summer

Wedges WEDGE HEELS. First introduced in 1936 by the designer Ferragamo.

Look best on tall women, for example with chino pants.

Thong sandals CASUAL. Also known as thong sandals or flip-flops. Can be worn with almost anything. Least suited for the office.

T-Stripes TRENDY T-THONG. They were already around back in the 1930s.

They make the foot look shapely and are best suited to skirts and dresses.

First, thoroughly remove all old nail polish.

This should always be done moving from the nail bed to the tip of the nail, not the other way around. Bits of leftover polish could otherwise become trapped under the cuticle.

Then apply a base coat. This smoothes out the nail and enables the colored polish to adhere better. It also protects the nail against yellow discoloration from dark polishes.

Once the base coat is completely dry, apply your favorite color polish: Always start with one brush stroke in the middle and then move left and right to the edges.

its traces. And unfortunately it has been a few weeks since the last pedicure too. But taking a stroll in new summer shoes is only a real treat with well-groomed princess feet. How can they be transformed overnight?

Very easily: Step out of those old socks and into foot care heaven. Ideally you should get off to a relaxed start with a warm, cleansing footbath at 36 degrees Celsius or 97 degrees Fahrenheit. That optimally prepares the skin for the care to follow, softens the cuticles so that they can be pushed back and enables easier removal of callouses as well. The feet should be soaked in a mixture of, for example, water, sea salt, olive oil, cream and dash of lavender oil for at least 15 minutes. Salt crystals in water are ideal for exfoliation. Lightly calloused skin and excess cuticles can then be gently massaged away. ❯❯

Slingbacks OPEN HEEL. This classic was worn by female film stars in the 1930s. Ideal for combining with outfits such as jeans or that little black dress.

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Sandals UNCOMPLICATED. Flat soles and straps – no matter if gladiator sandals, with rivets or floral decorations, they make us long for sunny days.

care & wellness

What really helps the feet

The cream treatment Where does it hurt?

Tips for minor emergencies A day spent in strappy sandals or highheeled peeptoes may result in sore spots on your heels or between your toes created by pressure and friction. If painful pressure points and blisters develop, give your feet a rest in comfortable shoes that have already been broken in. A warm foot bath with disinfecting sea salt and lavender oil will help soothe the skin. Blisters should never be cut open. Apply a special bandage with a gel cushion instead.

Creams with healing panthenol are ideal once the blister has begun to subside. A cooling foot spray and a little massage with nourishing oils will do wonders for tired, strained feet: Finish off by firmly pushing the thumbs through the four “grooves” between the toes.

Beauty Meeting A question, Ms Fenchel . . .

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❯❯ Afterwards dry your feet well, especially between your toes. This prevents foot fungus. If calloused skin is still left on the balls of the feet, heels or toes, it can be gently rubbed off with a special foot file. Be careful, though. If you remove too much even more will grow back. When shortening the nails, it is best to use nail scissors to cut them straight across, not round and not too short so that the nail cannot grow into the skin.

Then file the nails in the direction of growth. That seals the cut edges.

Before moisturizing your feet you can spray them with rose water, for example. That has a moisturizing effect as well. Rose water is also an ideal companion for summer shopping trips when feet quickly become tired and swollen. Now massage in a foot cream or body oil, put your feet up, let the moisture absorb and voilà ■

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GABI FENCHEL. Natural cosmetics expert and manager of the ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND Beauty Oasis in Bad Teinach.

What can I do to protect my hair while straightening it?

How can I find the right care products for my skin?

Tatjana S., via e-mail That always depends on how frequently you

Viola N., via e-mail Most women assess their own skin type in-

use a straightening iron. Anyone who straightens their natural curls into silky smooth tresses more often then twice a

correctly. I hear them say things like: “With my very dry skin and blackheads on my nose, I use a product for combination skin and

month should make sure to use sufficient heat protection. One especially important tip: Always straighten hair when it is dry, never when it is wet. The intensive spray care Hair Leave-In from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND moisturizes the hair after washing and before straightening. The natural oil complex contains precious pracaxi oil to pro-

cannot understand why my complexion isn’t improving.” One should always go for a professional consultation. It is important to adjust your skin care regime to the current condition of your skin. Ideally you should have a professional skin analysis performed in spring and in fall and then adapt your care regime accordingly. The cosmetician exam-

mote soft, shiny hair that is easy to comb. In addition, almond oil smoothes the surface of the hair without weighing it down, and soothes the scalp.

ines skin structure, tissue strain, wrinkle formation, fat and moisture levels (for example) and also discusses topics such as nutrition and illness with clients.

A balm for the feet For the most part, minor imperfections can usually be eliminated overnight, but anyone who wants soft, callous-free feet on a longterm basis should moisturize their feet daily. It takes about four weeks for the effects of the treatment on the feet to become visible, then a pumice stone is no longer necessary. The feet have only a few sebaceous glands. As a result, the skin here rapidly becomes dry and cornification occurs. Special foot creams prevent sweat, odors and foot fungus as well as promoting regeneration of the skin. Ideally the cream should be applied generously each evening before going to bed and then be allowed to absorb.

Letters from readers Controversial palm oil in cosmetics – what is BÖRLIND doing about it? Brigitte M., Seelze

Issue 2/2013 AN EVER-CHANGING DESERT PRINCESS

BÖRLIND is a member of FONAP, the Forum on Sustainable Palm Oil. This initiative is helping to ensure that only certified palm oil is used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland as quickly as possible. FONAP members obligate themselves to start using exclusively 100 percent certified palm kernel oil

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by the end of 2014 and want to clearly indicate where the oil in their products comes from. Despite the problems associated with conventional palm oil extraction, totally boy-

DAILY PAMPERING SalvaCare Anti-Callus Balm with sodium salicylate, an active substance that gently reduces callouses. With sage, tea tree oil, panthenol and more.

SalvaCare Intensive Foot Balm leaves feet soft and silky smooth with sesame oil, jojoba oil, panthenol and shea butter. Also suitable for diabetic foot care.

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cotting palm oil is not the solution for us. That would cause great hardship for many small farmers who have long been producing palm oil under socially and ecologically acceptable conditions.

ur Send yo our n a dy opinion ns to ti ques o @ v.service om .c d boerlin

Marlen W., via e-mail I really enjoyed reading the unusual tips on Dubai in the last issue of “natural woman.”

In particular, I was positively surprised that the luxury oasis is now offering its inhabitants and European expats and tourists organic foods in special organic cafés, as well as natural cosmetics.

PRINTING INFORMATION| Editor: BÖRLIND – Gesellschaft für kosmetische Erzeugnisse mbH | Lindenstraße 15 | 75365 Calw/Schwarzwald, Germany | Tel.: Tel.: (+49) 7051 6000-0 | Fax: (+49) 7051 6000-60 | www.boerlind.com | Management BÖRLIND GmbH: Daniela Lindner | Lead editor: Silva Imken | Assistance: Gabi Fenchel, Wolfgang Moser | Design and Implementation: Medienfabrik Gütersloh GmbH | Carl-Bertelsmann-Straße 33 | 33311 Gütersloh, Germany | Head of Division: Jan R. Egel | Project Management: Anja Bröckling | Editing: Anja Bröckling, Rebecca Schirge | Graphics and Illustrations: Miriam Frömming (18, 24, 25) | Production and Printing: Mohn media Mohndruck GmbH | 33311 Gütersloh, Germany | Photos: Bauer Vertriebs KG (19) | BÖRLIND GmbH (3, 10–11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 22, 23, 26) | Tanja Bülter (11) | Corbis (12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20–21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26) | BSB e.K. (19) | Eriks Gondolen (22) | Joachim Schmitt Photography (27) | Medienfabrik Gütersloh GmbH: Michael Adamski (cover, 4, 6, 8, 9); Jörg Sänger (17); Thorsten Scherz (5, 7, 8, 9) | PR & Management Udo Walz (15) | Rosendalstradgard.se (23)

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care & wellness

What really helps the feet

The cream treatment Where does it hurt?

Tips for minor emergencies A day spent in strappy sandals or highheeled peeptoes may result in sore spots on your heels or between your toes created by pressure and friction. If painful pressure points and blisters develop, give your feet a rest in comfortable shoes that have already been broken in. A warm foot bath with disinfecting sea salt and lavender oil will help soothe the skin. Blisters should never be cut open. Apply a special bandage with a gel cushion instead.

Creams with healing panthenol are ideal once the blister has begun to subside. A cooling foot spray and a little massage with nourishing oils will do wonders for tired, strained feet: Finish off by firmly pushing the thumbs through the four “grooves” between the toes.

Beauty Meeting A question, Ms Fenchel . . .

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❯❯ Afterwards dry your feet well, especially between your toes. This prevents foot fungus. If calloused skin is still left on the balls of the feet, heels or toes, it can be gently rubbed off with a special foot file. Be careful, though. If you remove too much even more will grow back. When shortening the nails, it is best to use nail scissors to cut them straight across, not round and not too short so that the nail cannot grow into the skin.

Then file the nails in the direction of growth. That seals the cut edges.

Before moisturizing your feet you can spray them with rose water, for example. That has a moisturizing effect as well. Rose water is also an ideal companion for summer shopping trips when feet quickly become tired and swollen. Now massage in a foot cream or body oil, put your feet up, let the moisture absorb and voilà ■

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GABI FENCHEL. Natural cosmetics expert and manager of the ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND Beauty Oasis in Bad Teinach.

What can I do to protect my hair while straightening it?

How can I find the right care products for my skin?

Tatjana S., via e-mail That always depends on how frequently you

Viola N., via e-mail Most women assess their own skin type in-

use a straightening iron. Anyone who straightens their natural curls into silky smooth tresses more often then twice a

correctly. I hear them say things like: “With my very dry skin and blackheads on my nose, I use a product for combination skin and

month should make sure to use sufficient heat protection. One especially important tip: Always straighten hair when it is dry, never when it is wet. The intensive spray care Hair Leave-In from ANNEMARIE BÖRLIND moisturizes the hair after washing and before straightening. The natural oil complex contains precious pracaxi oil to pro-

cannot understand why my complexion isn’t improving.” One should always go for a professional consultation. It is important to adjust your skin care regime to the current condition of your skin. Ideally you should have a professional skin analysis performed in spring and in fall and then adapt your care regime accordingly. The cosmetician exam-

mote soft, shiny hair that is easy to comb. In addition, almond oil smoothes the surface of the hair without weighing it down, and soothes the scalp.

ines skin structure, tissue strain, wrinkle formation, fat and moisture levels (for example) and also discusses topics such as nutrition and illness with clients.

A balm for the feet For the most part, minor imperfections can usually be eliminated overnight, but anyone who wants soft, callous-free feet on a longterm basis should moisturize their feet daily. It takes about four weeks for the effects of the treatment on the feet to become visible, then a pumice stone is no longer necessary. The feet have only a few sebaceous glands. As a result, the skin here rapidly becomes dry and cornification occurs. Special foot creams prevent sweat, odors and foot fungus as well as promoting regeneration of the skin. Ideally the cream should be applied generously each evening before going to bed and then be allowed to absorb.

Letters from readers Controversial palm oil in cosmetics – what is BÖRLIND doing about it? Brigitte M., Seelze

Issue 2/2013 AN EVER-CHANGING DESERT PRINCESS

BÖRLIND is a member of FONAP, the Forum on Sustainable Palm Oil. This initiative is helping to ensure that only certified palm oil is used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland as quickly as possible. FONAP members obligate themselves to start using exclusively 100 percent certified palm kernel oil

Thank you for your travel tips!

by the end of 2014 and want to clearly indicate where the oil in their products comes from. Despite the problems associated with conventional palm oil extraction, totally boy-

DAILY PAMPERING SalvaCare Anti-Callus Balm with sodium salicylate, an active substance that gently reduces callouses. With sage, tea tree oil, panthenol and more.

SalvaCare Intensive Foot Balm leaves feet soft and silky smooth with sesame oil, jojoba oil, panthenol and shea butter. Also suitable for diabetic foot care.

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cotting palm oil is not the solution for us. That would cause great hardship for many small farmers who have long been producing palm oil under socially and ecologically acceptable conditions.

ur Send yo our n a dy opinion ns to ti ques o @ v.service om .c d boerlin

Marlen W., via e-mail I really enjoyed reading the unusual tips on Dubai in the last issue of “natural woman.”

In particular, I was positively surprised that the luxury oasis is now offering its inhabitants and European expats and tourists organic foods in special organic cafés, as well as natural cosmetics.

PRINTING INFORMATION| Editor: BÖRLIND – Gesellschaft für kosmetische Erzeugnisse mbH | Lindenstraße 15 | 75365 Calw/Schwarzwald, Germany | Tel.: Tel.: (+49) 7051 6000-0 | Fax: (+49) 7051 6000-60 | www.boerlind.com | Management BÖRLIND GmbH: Daniela Lindner | Lead editor: Silva Imken | Assistance: Gabi Fenchel, Wolfgang Moser | Design and Implementation: Medienfabrik Gütersloh GmbH | Carl-Bertelsmann-Straße 33 | 33311 Gütersloh, Germany | Head of Division: Jan R. Egel | Project Management: Anja Bröckling | Editing: Anja Bröckling, Rebecca Schirge | Graphics and Illustrations: Miriam Frömming (18, 24, 25) | Production and Printing: Mohn media Mohndruck GmbH | 33311 Gütersloh, Germany | Photos: Bauer Vertriebs KG (19) | BÖRLIND GmbH (3, 10–11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 22, 23, 26) | Tanja Bülter (11) | Corbis (12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20–21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26) | BSB e.K. (19) | Eriks Gondolen (22) | Joachim Schmitt Photography (27) | Medienfabrik Gütersloh GmbH: Michael Adamski (cover, 4, 6, 8, 9); Jörg Sänger (17); Thorsten Scherz (5, 7, 8, 9) | PR & Management Udo Walz (15) | Rosendalstradgard.se (23)

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