Ideal Bite | Rubbing It In
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Ideal Bite | Rubbing It In
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009Another excuse to eat watermelon
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
During a hot summer day, the mention of watermelon can make anyone week in the knees. We all knew this summer fruit favorite was good for us but more and more research is emerging about its effects on our skin.
Watermelon is the lycopene leader in fresh produce, beating out any other fresh fruit or vegetable. Lycopene has been considered a potential agent for the prevention of some types of cancers. It also promotes cardiovascular health, and a two-sup serving of watermelon is an excellent source of vitamin A, B-6 and C.
While consuming watermelon has great health benefits, new research is emerging in the topical spa treatment arena. Watermelon seed oil and watermelon extract are both highly sought-after ingredients in spa products and treatments.
Watermelon seed oil is rich in omega-6 and -9 fatty acids, it is highly moisturizing and helps dissolve sebum buildup and restore elasticity. Now, watermelon is commonly found in professional skin care products as well. It is often used in baby formulations, creams, lotions, soaps and eye treatments.
Watermelon extract also aids in protecting some cell structures from damage by UV-induced radicals and decreases redness after UV exposure.
Many spas this time of year offer different treatments involving the oils and extracts. Be sure to pamper your summer skin with a watermelon treatment before the chill of fall moves in.
So the verdict is in. Enjoy these summer fruits before their season is over. The watermelon does wonders inside and out.
If you have any great recipes or new beauty products utilizing watermelon, please do share.
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Monday, August 10th, 2009Niche, Natural Beauty
Monday, August 10th, 2009There is a new trend emerging in the European beauty markets that without a doubt will have its effects on the U.S. soon.
The mainstreaming of the European natural cosmetics market is leading new developers and existing suppliers to develop beauty products for specific, niche consumer segments.
New natural products have been introduced especially for babies and children, teenagers and men. The natural beauty market has definitely taken hold of the European market and now producers are branching out into professional applications like anti-aging and skin therapy.
But, just because a beauty product is labeled “natural” does not mean it is the real deal. While this new trend is great for true natural beauty products, until regulations catch up with the movement, it is always important to understand what “natural” means.
Always read your labels. Scandle is made from 100% natural and vegan products.
If you have found any great new natural beauty products, please share with us.
Need a pick up? Try a hand massage.
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
The hand is one of the most useful structures in the human body and one of a few things that set us apart from most other animals.
The hand contains 19 bones and 14 small joints for movement, as well as numerous muscles, ligaments and sheaths.
With that said, a hand massage is a great stress reducer and mood lifter when you can’t find the time for some serious pampering. Here are some great tips to ensure a stress reducing pick-me-up. Don’t forget your Scandle, the oil is a must to ensure a perfect, time-efficient massage.
- Start with the person’s dominant hand; that hand probably worked harder throughout the day.
- Take the hand and pour a few drops of oil onto the top of the hand.
- Rub the top of the hand gently with a circular motion using all four fingers, working from the large part of the hand up through the base of the fingers and then to the tips of the fingers.
- Next, with your thumb, apply a bit more pressure to the top of the hand and massage the top of the hand with an up and down motion, working from the wrist area up through the base of the fingers and then out to the fingertips.
- Apply oil as you see fit; if the area gets a little dry, add more.
- Turn the hand over and pour a few more drops into the palm of the hand.
- Begin working the palm by placing your thumb into the palm of the hand with your four fingers on the other side of the hand.
- Using your thumb in a circular motion, gently press around the palm, thumb and around the base of each finger.
- From there, return to the palm, and continue the circular motion down the palm to the wrist. Do this on the entire palm.
- Shake the hand slightly to check its state of relaxation. The hand should feel loose at the wrist and relaxed.
- Start all over again on the other hand and repeat the steps.
- Now its your turn. Enjoy!!!!
If you have any other hand massage tips or quick pick-me-up ideas, please do share……..
Today’s featured Indie Beauty on Indie Beauty Community is Christine at Scandle Body Candle. Check it out at http://www.indiebeauty.com.
Beauty Myth of the Day
Tuesday, August 4th, 2009Scandle Candle’s beauty myth countdown
And now the moment we have all been waiting for………………………
Myth #1:
Facial exercises tone facial muscles and make you appear younger.
Truth:
Your face is the only part of your body where muscles attach directly to the skin. The face does not have any facial ligaments or tissue that can be “toned.”
The opposite is actually true. Constant facial exercise and tugging can add to additional lines. Wrinkles often form along expression lines cause by facial movements.
Remember, just because summer is slowly coming to an end, these beauty tips should be used all year long. It is never too late to update a skin care routine.
Beauty Myth of the Day
Monday, August 3rd, 2009
Scandle Candle’s beauty myth countdown
Myth #2:
Vitamin E minimizes scarring.
Truth:
It is true that vitamin E is an antioxidant, which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. Vitamin E also helps build skin, but there is no scientific evidence that suggests it has anything to help with scarring.
