Spices & Herbs you NEED to integrate into your life!

Here are some spices/herbs that can help solve a number of skin problems and they can aid in your overall health & wellness. Try integrating these into your daily life whether it's through teas, oils or juices to see results.

Basil: Known for its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory

Calendula: Speeds up the healing of wounds, soothes eczema and other skin conditions, and helps skin to look and feel healthier

Chamomile: Calms skin and aids in digestion

Evening Primrose: Regulates skin cell function; improves moisture absorption; helps cool, decongest, and calm skin; and sharpens the mind

Lavender: Helps treat problematic skin conditions, such as acne and eczema, due to its natural anti-bacterial and soothing properties it reduces anxiety, improves healing and aids in cell renewal

Lemongrass: Features antiseptic and astringent properties and minimizes pores and brightens skin.

Oregano: Provides exfoliating and antibacterial benefits

Peppermint: Known for its cooling and soothing properties and helps to invigorate the senses

Rosemary: Helps in the healing of wounds as it improves blood circulation and supports skin regeneration

Sage: Slows down and reverses the signs of aging and offers skin protection from free radicals

Turmeric: Reduces acne and calms skin

Willow Herb: A natural alternative to hydrocortisone with anti-inflammatory and soothing properties

Start off by slowly integrating these into your daily routine whether it is drinking a tea before bed, lighting a lavender candle during your bath, adding turmeric to your food or smoothies, adding a facial oil into your skin care routine or drinking a lemongrass/celery juice in the morning.

Xo, GLOW

4 Ways to Naturally Reduce Inflammation

What is inflammation?

First things first. There are two types of inflammation acute and chronic. Acute inflammation is your body's way of naturally healing itself using your immune system like when you get a cut or scrape your knee. Chronic inflammation is a damaging immune response to things like a poor diet, toxic chemicals and stress. It wears out your immune system which can lead to irritable bowel syndrome, appearing older, autoimmune disease, allergies, etc.

Here are 4 ways to reduce inflammation:

1. Change your diet.

Staying away from sugar and processed junk food is the first step. Focus on integrating or replacing your diet with ingredients or foods that have anti-inflammatory properties such as:

• Soy milk

• Licorice

• Colloidal oatmeal

• Date palm fruit

• Ginger

2. Relax and rest more.

Your body restores and repairs your cells while you're asleep, which is why it is recommended to get at least 8 hours of sleep every day. We know it is difficult because life gets in the way, but if you're cutting corners you are cheating your immune system. Your immune system then has to work twice as hard, which leads to inflammation. It is very important to allow your body to rest!

3. Reduce toxins in your home and food.

When you absorb toxic chemicals and pesticides through your digestive tract or through your skin it can cause inflammation. Start small by slowly integrating natural cleaning or food products into your home. Make sure to always check the label.

4. Get down with your gut.

Your gut holds around 60-70 percent of your immune system, if your gut is in bad shape your immune system is in trouble. Enjoying natural anti-inflammatory teas is a good way to start such as:

• Chamomile

• Green white

• Green

• Red raspberry

• Turmeric

• Peppermint

Now you have an idea what could be causing your skin flares and inflammation, check out our last blog that discusses treatments for sensitive skin!

Xo, GLOW

GLOW's 4 Year Anniversary Recap!

If you missed our 4 Year Anniversary, here's a little recap of everything!

This Anniversary Zoom gives you access to information on amazing skincare products, right at your fingertips! We have representatives from a variety of brands that we carry at GLOW, talking you through various skincare products that may just be right for you! This list of incredible brands include Miracle 10, Environ, Sorella Apothercary and AnteAGE!

You can learn about what skincare products and skincare habits are right for your skin as these recommendations are catered for different skin types, allowing you to know exactly what fits for you!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tE6ddc7pwyY

Thank you for your ongoing support over the past 4 years, it has truly meant so much to us! We look forward to helping you through your skin journey!

XO,

GLOW Beauty Bar