Who would ever have thought that a Silk Pillow Case could get me so excited! Well have you ever woken up with a 'sleep-crease' on your face? I do every day. Then for reasons completely unrelated I bought a Silk Pillow Case (just because I love the feel of them) and my 'sleep crease' disappeared. Woohoo - you can bet I was happy!
I have done a video blog about Slip Silk Pillow Cases. Click here to see more or go to Slip Silk Pillow Case.
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These soaps are magic...well not literally but they are silky smooth to use, long lasting and contain 25% goats milk from the much loved goats at Harmony Farm in Nimbin. Can you tell we all love them at Vitale? We are sure you will too.
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A custom designed detox dry body brush with extra long bristles for
beginners of dry body brushing. The extra length bristle caresses the skin to create
a relaxing dry massage, favoured by professional massage therapists
doing dry brushing treatments. Provides all the wonderful
health benefits such as skin exfoliation, improving lymphatic flow and
increasing circulation.
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Greetings,
Last weekend I went to Hay in NSW for a 40th birthday. From Brisbane this included a bus and train to the airport, a flight to Sydney, then another flight to Wagga Wagga and finally a 3 hour car trip. After 3 days of socialising and the return trip I looked and felt not just every day my age, but twice  my age! I had dehydrated skin and white bags under my eyes (see article link to Facial Diagnosis for more about face signs and their causes!). So why am I telling you this? Because as a result, I decided to be kind to myself. So last night I had 9 hours sleep. Today I am drinking lots of water and I have resorted to using a few "first aid" skin care products to boost skin moisture. It was much needed and already I am starting to look & feel so much better. So in an article below I have outlined my top "first aid" skin tips for you to take advantage of should you have a weekend of travel and partying or similar! I have started video blogging again...from home so if you hear dogs barking in the background know that it is just my two pooches going off about...well who knows! My latest one is Slip Pillow Cases - see my review in the left hand column of the newsletter. On the blog and You tube over the last month the following
topics have been covered - have a look/read:  Until next month. Best wishes,
Ananda Mahony ND & The Vitale Team
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Have you heard of Lymphatic Detoxification?
Have you heard of lymphatic drainage massage? This technique is
probably the most we hear about the lymphatic system in general. Unlike
the urinary system or digestive system, the lymph system tends to be
viewed as the necessary but often ignored wall-flower in the process of
detoxification.
In fact, the lymphatic system is a complex drainage network involving fluids, vessels and organs. Its primary role is to remove cellular waste, proteins, foreign bodies,
excess fluid, toxins and other microorganisms and return them to the
bloodstream. Via the lymph nodes, this system helps to filter out
toxins purify our bodies of waste.
There are approximately 6-10 litres of lymph in the body at any one
time, which is pumped around via muscular contraction and movement.
Lymph flows in one direction only - usually upwards towards the heart.
When the body is under stress (infection, stress, lack of physical
activity, dehydration, toxic overload) tissue swelling can result and
protein accumulation in the lymph nodes occurs. The result is a build
up of toxins, which can end up affecting the normal function of the
cells. Long tem this can lead to underactive metabolic function of
cells.
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"First Aid" Skin Care
Dark circles under your eyes, dehydration, blotchy redness...all signs your skin needs some TLC (tender loving care) and maybe even "first aid". I have listed some of my tried & true skin savers below, products I have found make a difference:
Under Eye Issues
- La Mav Line Perfector - line perfecting active constituents help
 tightening the skin instantly & smooth wrinkles...this effect lasts up to 4 hours. Other ingredients nourish the skin at the same time so this is perfect for fine lines & wrinkles. - Devita Under Eye Repair Pro - helps to reduce the appearance of puffiness and dark circles.
Dry and Dehydrated Skin
- Remedica Regenerate Visage - as a night serum, this product is the "bees knees" when it comes to restoring moisture to the skin. It doesn't just hold in moisture, it helps repair the skin cells so they hold onto water and nutrients more effectively. I rate this product very highly!
- Devita Ultrahydrate Rx - a super hydrating moisturiser with hyaluronic acid. This product is quick acting and great for plumping skin up.
Sensitive Skin Reactions
- Sensitive Visage - I keep this on hand for any skin reactions I have.
 Useful for red, blotchy skin reactions, Sensitive Visage dampens down inflammation and redness. I just love it. - Green Tea Spritz - takes the heat and redness out of skin. Make it up yourself with an organic green tea bag. Let it stew for 5 minutes and then cool. Spritz as needed.
BreakoutsDevita Essential Control for Blemishes - fast acting this all-natural blend of rare essential oils in a natural base provides a powerful tool for those annoying blemishes and pimples. This product wears well under make-up and dries out blemishes fast.Bee Yummy Skin Food - Oil free and stupendously packed with healing ingredients this product is ideal for acne, congested and blemish prone skin. Starts healing skin immediately due to the powerful effects of raw honey - one of nature's first aid miracles!
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