Beauty

New Year skincare made easy - and nowhere near as expensive as you’d think (I’m such a believer in doing it for nothing!).

This January we need to find some cheer (and perhaps the leftover Christmas wine!). It’s important to look after your skin and make sure you find and then flaunt that gorgeous glow. But it’s not about a hugely time consuming and costly skincare routine involving twelve different bottles. Because the basics are so very simple:

Make sure you daily drink an extra 2 glasses of water on top of your usual quota. This will ensure your body throws out any skin dulling toxins and therefore keep you hydrated which is important for slowing the aging process. Water costs nothing and is so beneficial!

Try and eat more fresh fruit and veg to enhance skin health. The leafy greens, red beetroots and clementines are super for a radiant complexion.

Sleep well. Our body repairs itself by regenerating new cells whist sleeping, enhancing your inner and outer natural glow

Exercise as much as you can, it improves circulation, oxygenating those cells in mind and body, encompassing all the above and giving you a more relaxed air.

Finally; try and relax (I know... but do try) - there’s nothing worse than stress to ravage your skin and dull a complexion.

Here to answer any questions on Caro1@me.com and if you get engaged do visit the Amazing Face website for all your bridal hair and makeup needs.

Stay safe, and see you next month.

Caroline x

Great skincare products you should be using in your 2021 routine:

• Facial oils - a one stop solution to a multitude of problems they nourish, hydrate and moisturise and some cleanse too.

• Face masks - plenty to choose from for deep cleaning and drawing out toxins and impurities.

• Serums - (my personal favourite product) can target any problems you have and they work fast, giving instant lift and radiance, use before moisturiser to actively reduce fine lines and tiredness or fatigued skin.

• Moisturiser - mix with a facial oil to get maximum benefit.

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Keep moving

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Include anti-inflammatory foods in your diet Including anti-inflammatory foods in your diet can help reduce pain in joints and muscles. Opt for foods like ginger, oily fish, berries and leafy greens in your diet. Turmeric or ginger supplements can also help.

Stay hydrated

Perhaps surprisingly, it’s actually easier to lose body fluids during colder months! When you’re dehydrated, your body prioritises blood flow to vital organs instead of extremities, such as your fingers and toes. This can increase stiffness or pain in these areas. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids to support your body, water is best.

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