Women's Health Natural Beauty

Any tips for a natural way to have great skin?

Lots of water, and veggies, lots of exercise...all the stuff that's good for your insides is good for you skin. I find when I'm being really good with vegetable juices my skin is lots better.

Avoid skin products that contain a foaming agent called sodium laurel sulfate, it dries out the skin and can contain known carcinogens. This poison dries out the skin so much so that the natural oils of your skin can clog your pores trying to get out! Sadly most supermarket cleansers, shampoos, soaps etc, contain this chemical because it's cheap. When I first googled the effects that SLS & SLES has on the body short and long term I was horrified. Try organic natural based cleansers and shampoos and watch the difference in your skin. You won't have that "squeaky clean" feel anymore but slightly oily skin ages much better than dry skin. 40 mins of moderate to intense exercise, 8 glasses of water a day & eating fresh organic produce will maintain a healthy glowing complexion.

Eating socked almonds everyday will help glow skin naturally

drinking plenty of water, eating plenty of veges and fruit or drink V8 vege juice.... it does wonders to your skin...

i agree plenty of water try first thing in morning water with half lemon juiced also kiwi fruit first thing, they say we are what we eat, i have found proof in that all the best

Jacqueline, thankyou for the information re sodium laurel sulphate. I agree with Margaret that the lemon juice cleanser each morning, with plenty of water throughout the day is helpful for overall wellbeing.

Agree to most of the above but also important to get to bed early (preferably before 11pm) and get a good nights sleep. Also Botani products are great and contain no nasties.

i agree with the above but i would also like to recommend not to eat so much chocolate coz it can make you get pimples. I only eat chocolate on those special occasions and i dont get many pimples.

yes I have to definitely agree with the lots of water and exercise, plus avoiding stress is a big factor

Getting a full 8 hours sleep makes a huge difference to my skin and generally being well hydrated. I drink Coconut water for this!

eating foods that are rich in omega-3 and omega-6 is also essential for a skin health. Oily fish such as salmon, raw nuts and seeds will all contribute to a healthy glowing complexion

I find that all these ladies have got great ideas; and i think that the lemon juice in the morining is one that i will add myslef thankz for the tip. As i take magnesium with calcium and vitamin D as i have athritis; the chemist added that magnesium is also great for the skin;and as I am and older woman i have nice clear skin, and i also drink heaps of water and dont drink any fizzy drinks any more, that my sking is looking really good.

All of the above is great. I'd like to emphasise Kate's point about omega 3 and 6. Lots of Essential Fatty Acids are vital as our body doesn't make them. Flax oil for omega 3 and olive oil for omega 6. And cut out animal fats completely. You can see the difference in your skin within a short time once you increase EFAs. Also, don't drink more than 1 cup of coffee per day.

balanced diet and exercise is good, and the silica colloidal gels are great as a mask topically for acne and refreshing the skin or tablets. sea minerals have always been good for my skin, and rosehip oil.

years ago blackmores used to make a marshmallow beauty bar for the face- but i can't find it anymore. it was good on my skin as a teen in the 80's.

does anybody knows where to get organic pomegranate oil, here or online any info please

If we want to keep our heart healthy then we must eat a healthy diet. A healthy balanced diet contains a variety of foods including plenty of fruit and vegetables, plenty of starchy foods such as wholegrain bread, pasta and rice, some protein-rich foods such as meat, fish, eggs and lentils and some dairy foods. It should also be low in fat (especially saturated fat), salt and sugar.
http://www.insideheart.com/

What are some natural beauty products/organic that are good for sensitive/acne-prone/combination skin?

Hi Sarah, my name is Jennifer I am a Blackmores naturopath. With regards to nutrients for internal skin health, I would firstly suggest zinc for acne prone skin. It has been shown to help heal inflamed acne, and is also an important mineral that benefits the immune system, and can stabilise hormones and help to lower androgen levels, especially good for women who suffer from hormonal skin conditions. Chromium and vitamin B6 are two great nutrients shown to improve pre-menstrual acne, you can get these from brewers yeast or supplements. With regards to herbs, echinacea can give your acne prone skin that boost it needs to fight any local inflammation. Does anyone have suggestions for external skin treatments?

Thank you for all your help

I am a new member of Blackmores I have acne really only on the left hand side of my jaw/cheek due to what I think is stress as it started to flare up once my fiancee started to work away in the mines. I drink lots of water, exercise daily, eat healthy, use great products, have mendelic peels, take the D-Street for Women. What vitamins should I take? Has anyone tried the new Radiance Skin Purify?

I am a new member of Blackmores I have acne really only on the left hand side of my jaw/cheek due to what I think is stress as it started to flare up once my fiancee started to work away in the mines. I drink lots of water, exercise daily, eat healthy, use great products, have mendelic peels, take the D-Stress for Women. What vitamins should I take? Has anyone tried the new Radiance Skin Purify?

Hi Cassie, stress can be a common reason for skin breakouts especially with adult skin, as it can disrupt normal hormonal balance. Outbreaks around the jaw line is common with hormone outbreaks. Hormonal outbreaks usually appear or worsen pre-menstrually. Keep in mind that if you have just started making changes, such as taking supplements it may take up to three months for improvements to be noticeable. Naturopaths believe that supporting the detoxification pathways can help with clearer better skin. Herbs such as milk thistle and dandelion have been used traditionally by naturopaths to support the liver and the skins detoxification pathways. If you would like individual advice please don’t hesitate to contact the Naturopathic Advice Service at advice@blackmores.com.au. All the best Cassie. Jennifer (Blackmores naturopath).

Hi, I have been taking Blackmore Radiance Skin Purify for 20 days, but my period for this month has delayed for 15 days. I am still waiting on it.. (I am 20 years old) I am a bit worried since my period has been quite regular for a few years. I am wondering is late period a side effect for Skin Purify? Do I need to stop taking tablets? and is there anything i can do to help bring my period back? Thanks!

Hi Yintong, what you have described is not a known side effect. I would suggest contacting the Naturopathic Advisory Service on 1800 803 760 for individual advice. Looking forward to talking to you. Jennifer, Blackmores Naturopath.

are soaps (ones without nasties in them) really ok to wash/cleanse ones face with and how many people use this method to clean face?????????

are soaps (ones without nasties in them) really ok to wash/cleanse ones face with and how many people use this method to clean face?????????

are soaps (ones without nasties in them) really ok to wash/cleanse ones face with and how many people use this method to clean face?????????

Hi Grette, this is a good question, and there is no true black and white answer. Although natural soaps can be free of additional chemical nasties, they are not pH balanced and therefore may be drying or irritating for some individuals skin. So at the end of the day it would be a personal preference as to how your skin responds to soap. Many people prefer natural cleaners for their face, as it is less harsh on the skin. It cleanses without drying the skin out. Try your local health food stores for more suggestions. All the best, Jennifer (Blackmores Naturopath). Does anyone else prefer a cleanser, or soap on their face?