Cosmetics and beauty

Cosmetics and beauty A New Year and a new you in 2022!

Mairead Robinson offers some suggestions for staying well and glowing throughout the year.

The dawn of a new year inevitably bring many resolutions and the decision to live a more healthy life usually tops the list. Unfortunately this often involves giving up things that actually give us pleasure, and so inevitably very often as the dreary month of January rolls on, we give in to our guilty pleasures. So instead of giving up anything this new year – after all we have been through a very difficult couple of years already – why not put the emphasis on including things in our lives that make us happier and healthier at the same time?

Obviously getting out for a brisk walk is the best thing we can do to banish those winter blues, and if we have somebody we can walk and talk with, so much the better. If you are fortunate enough to live close to the sea, the air is so good for you and you feel so refreshed afterwards. If you can get out into your garden to do a bit of a clean up and tend to the spring bulbs, so much the better. So, while getting out in the fresh air is strongly recommended, it is important that you not only wrap up well, but also ensure that you are healthy on the inside. Obviously a healthy diet is key here, but also it is a good idea to supplement your diet with a good vitamin boost to help combat colds and flu and to keep our energy levels high. Wellwoman from Vitabiotics has a leading range of advanced supplements designed to help support the specific nutritional needs of modern women. What I particularly like about this brand, is that their range includes a different blend specific to the age and lifestyle of different women. They also do a complete range of Wellman supplements. The Wellwoman 50+ is designed to maintain health and vitality and contains vitamin B6, pantothenic acid and iron to contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, which so often effects us at this age and particularly at this time of year. They also contribute to contribute to normal mental performance, heart and circulation function and normal vision maintenance. There is also a Wellwoman 70+ which contains 26 nutrients including iron, zinc and iodine which contribute to normal cognitive function, immune health and energy levels.

During the winter months, our skin can get particularly dry due to being wrapped up against the cold. And some of us just have particularly dry skin and unless we moisturise regularly, it can become itchy and flaky. I always recommend using a body oil on damp skin after the shower, as this helps to lock the moisture in. You should also try Eucerin Dry Skin Urea Repair in the shower if you find most body soaps too harsh. If you dry skin is developing into conditions such as Atopic Eczema or

Ichthyosis, you might need a specially formulated cutaneous emulsion for such conditions. The best over-the-counter counter treatment is from Eucerin Intensive Lotion. Apply twice daily and gently massage into the skin.

Moving from the skin to your smile – don’t forget to use a good whitening toothpaste and choose one that is also gentle on teeth and gums. Dr Bronner’s is a brand that has been dedicated to sourcing ethically produced ingredients and making products that are non-GMO certified, Organic and Vegan friendly. Their spearmint toothpaste is particularly pleasant to use, and the organic oils help to freshen breath,whiten teeth and reduce plaque.

And finally to your hands. I was heartened to discover a beautiful new range of nail polishes from IsaDora called the Iconic Wonder Nail. These quick-drying long-lasting nail polishes are available in eighteen new glossy shades, plus a new quick dry top coat. The extended colour range has vibrant shades for every mood and look, and most importantly this high-performance formula is chip resistant. Available in independent pharmacies nationwide. These gorgeous shades on your fingertips will lift any winter blues!

So the new year health and beauty resolution for 2022 should definitely be to pamper yourself just that bit more, indulge in treats, get out and enjoy the fresh air as much as you can. And of course, if Santa did not bring you the gift you really wanted, you should go out and get it yourself. It might even be a bargain in the post-Christmas sales!

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