Those who practice yoga love to talk about its supposed benefits, but what does the science say? Is yoga a type of natural stress relief? Read on for more information about yoga and stress. What is yoga? Yoga is a form of exercise which has been taught in Asia for thousands of years.1 It involves getting into and holding a wide variety of different poses, or asanas, which are designed to strengthen the body and improve flexibility. Some of these positions are known by their Indian names, while others have been translated...
What is aromatherapy? Ever sliced a fresh, sweet orange and felt a little spring in your step? Or walked into a spa infused with lavender and wondered why your shoulders feel instinctively relaxed? What you’re experiencing is the wonderful effects of aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is a holistic therapy that harnesses the natural fragrances and physical benefits of the essential oils in aromatic plants to help enhance and balance your mind, body and, overall wellbeing. Our fast-paced modern lives have become increasingly stressful, and the desire to live a natural and healthy...
Top 8 beauty trends of 2022Wondering what’s hot off the press in the beauty industry? We’ve scouted out ten of the best health and beauty trends to try out this year.From slugging (which doesn’t involve the slimy creature) to skinimalism, discover all the latest trends in the industry and find out all you need to know before you give them a go.1. SkinimalismWhether you’re on Tiktok or you’re a fan of beauty mags, you’ve probably heard of skinimalism. But what is this exactly?Essentially, skinimalism is the concept of minimalising your...
We all get into bad habits at some point in our lives – and often, we do not even realise that they are having any negative effect. When it comes to our hair, it is very easy to fall into this trap. The way we treat our hair can often be the cause of many of the problems associated with it. But just because it is something you have always done; it does not mean that you should keep doing it. Whether you suffer from breakage, unruliness or faded colour,...
You may have your skincare routine down, your haircare regime on point, but how about those nails? They need some love too you know! Not quite sure how to do that? We’re here to help read our top tips on how to strengthen nails and keep them healthy. 1.Keep ‘em clean and soft It might be obvious but keeping your hands and the skin around your nails clean is key to good nail health. As well as being dirt-free, it’s also important to get rid of all old nail varnish...
