Not all stress is bad for us though. There are actually two types of stress – Distress, which is the bad sort we are all familiar with, and Eustress it’s lesser known cousin, which is actually a good thing. Eustress is the kind of elated feeling you might experience while on a skiing slope, acting on stage or simply watching …
Lip deflation – one of the signs of aging…
We lose volume in our lips as we age, which leads them to look less youthful. This is accompanied by the development of vertical lines which are visible on and around the lips. Think of a plum losing water and turning into a prune. The good news is that you don’t need to suffer in silence. Treatment is available in …
Why Power Postures Can Help Your Skin Stay Young
A fascinating study conducted by Psychologist Amy Cuddy revealed that sitting or standing in a power posture for two minutes (like for example the one shown below) significantly lowers your stress hormone cortisol and raises your testosterone level. And we know from other studies that lower cortisol and higher testosterone levels are beneficial for your skin with regards to anti-ageing …
Tips to Avoid Dry Skin in Winter
Despite the fact we are now in March, we have bitterly cold winter weather in the UK at the moment. This often takes a toll on our skin, causing it to become drier than normal. This is a very common problem for a number of reasons which include: – Outside climate: Dry air and exposure to wind increasing water evaporation …
What can I do to increase my skins natural glow?
There are lots of things you can do to give your skin a lovely glow. My favourite one is a ‘Fit Skin Forever’ Facial course (I have this done regularly on my own skin), which involves the use of a HydraFacial device to combine exfoliation, painless extractions, deep hydration, and advanced antioxidant protection. You can do an initial booster course …