I love October – it is such a chic time of year when both fashion and beauty are most interesting, everything is bold and vibrant. The chill in the air is invigorating, not yet limiting and we can look forward without anxiety or urgency to the party season. As we change from cotton to cashmere our skin also needs a little more comfort so I'm on a mission for moisture.
This month's Gorgeous Girl is the inspirational woman behind Novembers Secrets & Success event at London's Corinthia Hotel. My Lust of the Month is the hard working face mask that reveals younger looking skin in minutes. This month's Gorgeous Treat is another chance to spray your way to better health.
I need extra moisture, both internally and topically at this time of year, regular readers know that I believe in the golden wonder of Omega 3, but now both my age and the weather call for more.
Hyaluronic Acid is part of my age-management arsenal, plumping up the skin cells of the body minimising fine lines and wrinkles. Levels of this stuff decline with age and most of us have about 50% less than we need by the time we hit 40. As a protein, it can hold 1000 times its own weight in water making it the ultimate hydrator. Hyaluronic acid can be taken as a supplement Victoria Health or applied topically, look out for it as a key skin-care ingredient - my choice Skin Ceuticals Hydrating B5 Gel.
I am always on the hunt for a great body cream – I have a few favourites but I go through this stuff like water so it's good to have a cheap and natural alternative and that’s glycerine. I have mentioned this before but it is worth revisisting this fantastic multi-tasker that can be used on damp skin alone or added to any old lack lustre body lotion. Buy a pure food grade formula, I like NOW Solutions. Glycerine is edible, slightly sweet and is in fact a great sore throat soother so it makes the perfect lip conditioner. It makes a great leg glosser and its thick, gloopy texture helps to keep your bare legs warm if like me you want to delay the inevitable tights season.
Gorgeous...naturally!
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