Wellbeing Journal
EAT CLEAN
Whole foods for energy and beauty There are a lot of words that buzz around diet, food and healthy eating at present…gluten free, wholefoods, sugar free, paleo, vegan, pescetarian, the list goes on. Admittedly, when you are looking at reshaping your health, sometimes it can be hard to decide what direction is the ‘right’ one to take.With that in mind, remember, you must always do what is best suited to you. What a friend, partner, sister or colleague might be practicing in their diet and lifestyle may not suit your individual needs. Keep in mind that you are unique and must respond to your body accordingly.So you may be sitting here and thinking, well what next? Well, broadly speaking it is simply moving back to basics in food and learning how to keep it clean, natural and wholesome. The more you scratch things back the better you feel. From there you tweak to make it right for you.Eating ‘clean’ means you enrich your life with beautiful nourishing whole foods, with the aim to eliminate those foods that are processed, refined, high in sugar, sodium, preservatives and additives. In another column I speak of how to build a wholefoods pantry and lay the foundations for health with your food. About clearing out some of the clutter in your diet and lifestyle so you have room for the new.Let’s take an average day on a plate and transform it a little so you can see the difference. This is often the type of eating I might see when I ask clients to describe their diet for me. Below you’ll see some examples of what is happening and then I’ll provide some nourishing alternatives.BREAKFASTThe Norm:Instant coffee with skim and a sugar, glass of juice, bowl of commercial cereal with skim milk and banana or piece of toast with butter and jam/honey.The Nourishing:Warm cup of water with a squeeze of lemon (to start), cup of green or regular tea (no sugar), bowl of whole oats as a bircher or porridge with fresh berries/grated apple/banana or piece of toast with avocado and lemon/boiled egg/tomato, herbs and tahiniMID MORNINGThe Norm:Coffee with a sugar, packaged biscuit, muesli bar or piece of banana breadThe Nourishing:Coffee no sugar or better yet herbal tea, small handful of raw almonds or a Citrus Bliss Ball you’ve brought from homeLUNCHThe Norm:Chicken wrap, store purchased or a sandwich with deli meats and vegetables or nothing at allThe Nourishing:A bowl made to nourish including quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, carrot, sauerkraut, zucchini, seeds, kale, spinach, capsicum, poached chicken/fish/boiled egg/legumes (lentils, chickpeas, beans) and a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juiceMID AFTERNOONThe Norm:Chocolate bar, sometimes a coffee or soft drinkThe Nourishing:Apple with some almond butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon or vege sticks with hummusDINNERThe Norm:Stir fry, grilled steak, bbq chicken with vegetables/salad or take awayThe Nourishing:Stir fry, steak or chicken above are good, adding grilled fish (salmon/trout) or some purely meat free meals are wonderful to include in the repertoireDESSERTThe Norm:Ice cream or milk chocolateThe Nourishing:Piece of raw choc mint barkCan you spot the difference? There’s nothing overly complex about The Nourishing, simply you’ve scratched away the elements that don’t fuel your body in the way it yearns to be, you’re giving it the pure unadulterated nutrition it loves for good energy and glowing skin. There’s alternatives in there that are quicker and easier than the norm and will nourish you so well that you’ll crave more of it.Fun isn’t it? That is precisely what good health can do for you. It can enrich your life and make it even more fun because you have the energy to bound through it. Ready to make some changes just for you?
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EBBS AND FLOWS
I sat with a beautiful monk in the rice paddies of Bali recently and we spoke in depth about life. Of the many insightful thoughts she offered, one in particular stood out. It was “life is like a river, we never touch the same current twice. Instead we must learn to move with the ebbs and flows”.Whilst balance would be a beautiful thing to have permanently, the reality is that it doesn’t really exist. Instead we must ride the ups and downs of life, learn how to best manage them and implement little practices so our health doesn’t take a hit.It’s fair to say stress plays a large factor in more people’s lives these days than ever before. Time flies, with more work flowing in and less time to manage it, we take short cuts here and there to cope and the first is usually with our diet and health. We move fast, live fast and place huge expectations on ourselves for everything to happen fast.Health and managing stress is an entire lifestyle approach, physical, mental and emotional. With a holistic approach we look at implementing practices such as yoga, meditation, relaxation training, exercise in conjunction with a renewed focus on what nourishment goes inside our bodies. So with that said, there are some key ingredients in diet, which may help manage stress, empower our health and help us better move with the ebbs and flows.LEAFY GREEN VEGETABLESNot to point out the winners before the race has started, but vegetables often take the podium in health. Leafy green vegetables such as kale, spinach, swiss chard, beet greens, rocket and others contain a rich source of flavonoids, Vitamin C, carotenoids and antioxidants which can help protect skin from environmental stresses. Integrate them frequently into your diet on a daily basis through:Chopped salads with sprouts, legumes, herbs and a lemon, apple cider vinegar and olive oil dressingA big bowl of steamed leafy greens with some clean quality protein such as poached chicken or steamed fishJuices and smoothies with pear, celery, cucumber, apple, zucchini and mintWraps to replace bread or wheat wraps around your favourite sandwich fillersTURMERIC AND SPICESVariety is the spice of life, and spice well; it’s the spice of life too – especially in health! When there are stress signals in life, they can show through digestion and skin, we lose our bounce and our glow. The golden nugget here is turmeric. With its mega punch of curcumin, turmeric becomes a very valuable spice to keep on hand in the kitchen when it’s time to renew your approach to health. Don’t be shy in using it frequently, liberally and creatively in sweet or savoury meals and snacks such as:Orange, carrot, pineapple, ginger and turmeric smoothieCooked in quinoa to toss through dishes such as my delicious Turmeric Quinoa and Roast Pumpkin salad or within a nourish bowlWhisked through eggs with chilli and coriander to spice up your breakfast omeletteStirred through curries and dips to fuel some nutrition and abundant colour into your lifeTEASSitting down to a cup of tea is such a delightful ritual for many of us. It’s warming, peaceful and with the right choice in tea can be incredibly nourishing too. Herbal teas, such as chamomile and rosehip can be wonderfully hydrating and restorative for the skin, peppermint is great for digestion, licorice can give you a little sweet sensation and dandelion superb to give your liver some love. However, green tea takes the cake when it comes to nutrition. It is the rich source of antioxidants in green tea that support the function of your immune system and health. It’s easy to forget to make the swap from coffee or caffeinated tea throughout the day at times, here’s some little reminders of how to go about it:Rise and shine with dandelion to give your liver a kick start and prepare it to digest your breakfast wellMake the swap for mid morning coffee with green tea to boost your antioxidant supply for the dayFind your sweet hit from licorice after your evening meal and settle down with a cuppa and a book
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THE WHOLEFOODS PANTRY
Building a wholefoods pantry Vibrant health and glowing skin begins in the kitchen. When you have beautiful nourishing ingredients on hand you reach and create the right food rather than being tempted by quick fix, fast food options that really don’t offer much to our bodies in nutrition, fuel or flavour.One of the best things you can do for you and your loved ones to achieve abundant health is to build a whole foods pantry. When I say this and when you see my ideas on what ingredients are great to include, I want to make sure you keep one thing in particular in mind…Take baby steps.Don’t expect to change everything overnight. When you’ve had years with the same ingredients in your diet and you action change the best thing you can do is take it just one step at a time. Do this so you can learn, create and most importantly have fun with refreshing and evolving your health. Once you do that, the ingredients, habits and results are most likely to stay for the long term. And that is the ticket to longevity, health, happiness and finding your glow.The first step is identifying what needs to make its way out of your diet and life. Think highly refined and processed foods (packaged biscuits, cakes, pastries, chips, lollies, soft drinks, bottled sauces and marinades and other such suspects in the pantry) as a start. And where they were, it’s time to make way for some new ingredients. You will be amazed at how removing these alone will declutter your diet and begin the process of building you into your best.Next is the time to create! I like to approach the integration of new ingredients with ‘play’ in mind. That way good health never feels like a chore, and nor should it because it will enhance your life. So, the step you take once the clutter is out is to introduce one new wholefood ingredient to your pantry each week or fortnight. In that time find three ways you love to use the ingredient in different meals, with other nourishing ingredients to accompany and wonderful diversity in flavours. By doing this you build confidence. Feeling empowered by your health is honestly the greatest sensation.Now keeping those smalls steps in mind, make a promise to yourself that you will action these changes with a really positive attitude and commit to health for the long term. Clear the clutter; introduce health, happiness and new ingredients and ideas to your life. Here come some ideas for how you can build your new, glowing clean pantry.Grains + Pseudograins:QuinoaBuckwheat grain and noodlesAmaranthBrown and basmati RiceOatsPearl barleyRaw nuts and seeds:CashewsAlmondsBrazilWalnutsSunflowerPepitaSesameChiaCoconutAssortment of organic dried fruits:ApricotsIncaberriesDatesCurrantsGoji berries,CherriesPulses:LentilsChickpeaskidney beansSpelt/mung/blackbean pastaSuperfood powders:Raw cacaoMacaSpirulinaCamuLucumaAcaiSweeteners:Raw organic honeyMaple syrupCoconut sugarStevia dropsCoconut nectarVanilla bean paste or extractOils:CoconutAlmondgrapeseedCold pressed extra virgin olive oilSesameMacadamiaVinegar:Apple ciderBalsamic vinegarSpreads:TahiniAlmond, cashew, peanut and macadamia buttersTinned fish:SardinesSustainable salmonCrackers : mostly home made, but you’ll find great quality options at health food storesBuckwheat thinsOat crackersSeed snapsOrganic teasRosehipRosePeppermintDandelionChamomileSeasonings:Celtic, Himalayan and sea saltTamariPepperVeges, herbs and spices:Chilli, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, basil, oregano I cannot live without!Tinned organic tomatoesSweet potatoOnions and garlicWhen all of these lovely ingredients are at your fingertips, you can make the right choices for your health and that includes a treat too. My nourishing Raw Chocolate Bark with Mint and Coconut is just the ticket. Combining coconut oil, raw cacao powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla, mint leaves and shredded coconut, it’s rich in nutrition and gives you the ultimate clean, whole foods pick me up for energy and mood.RAW CHOCOLATE WITH MINT AND COCONUTMakes 1 block of chocolate 20x20cm2/3 cup coconut oil¾ cup cacao2 tablespoons pure maple syrup1/4 cup mint leaves, shredded or left wholePinch Sea salt1/4 cup Coconut flakesLine a 20x20cm cake tin or loaf tin with greaseproof paper.Place coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat on the stove and melt.Whisk in raw cacao, sea salt and maple syrup.Pour into lined tin and sprinkle coconut and mint leaves.Place in freezer to set for 1 hour.
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GO WITH YOUR GUT
Digestive Health Our health is driven by the state of our gut. Energy, immunity, digestion, repair, growth and the glow of our skin all starts with how we digest our foods, from the moment we think about eating, smell or see food, to when it hits our stomach and goes through the physical process of digestion. Whilst these days in our very fast-paced lives, it is easy to not give much thought about what is going in our bodies, how we eat and engage with food, and the resulting impact on our digestion. The reality is this is a time more than any other to be conscious of it.MINDFULNESSThe first step in good digestion is implementing mindfulness around eating. So how do we go about this? We slow down and reconnect with our food. This is vital. Our bodies action the digestive process and release enzymes to break down food the minute we see, smell or think about it so given it is doing that for us, it’s important to give some love back by actually slowing down in order for these actions to truly do their job.Making time to sit down with each meal you eat, no matter how big or small, or how little time you have, is the best start to being mindful of your eating. Once you do that, you really engage with your food and grow a positive relationship with it. Our cells respond, they’re clever like that. They know when we are happy and eating or stressed and eating and digest accordingly. Ever noticed that when you eat on the run, you feel uncomfortable, or dissatisfied or lacking energy later despite having eaten? This is our body giving us a quiet nudge and saying ‘excuse me, please can you just give me a little more time and let me digest that delicious meal’.Now with a dose of mindfulness in how we eat, the next step to great digestive health is of course what goes in. And this is exciting, because every meal we eat is our chance to fuel and energise our body with beautiful, glorious, nourishing food. Our focus for great digestive health is those foods rich in fibre and probiotics.FIBREFibre is important in the gastro intestinal system (our GIT or gut) because it keeps everything moving whilst also providing us with sustained energy. A fibre rich diet ensures our digestive motions are frequent and normal and our bowel is in tiptop shape as it creates the bulk in our digestive system to make things move. There are two types of fibre we acquire from different foods, which are both highly beneficial.Soluble fibre’s main action is to reduce the bad cholesterol (LDL) roaming around our bodies and is richest in foods such as:OatsBeans, legumes, peasPsylliumApplesCitrus fruitsInsoluble fibre’s action is to provide the bulk in our digestive system and improve gut motility and is present in foods such as:Skin of fruits and vegetablesNuts and seedsWhole grains.With this in mind, kicking our day off with a fibre rich breakfast is a great way of ensuring we meet the needs of our digestive and energy systems to function optimally throughout the day. One of my favourites which integrates some of the gorgeous ingredients we also find in JURLIQUE products is a Rosehip Bircher. The oats are a nourishing source of fibre and B-vitamins soaked in rosehip tea to help hydrate and rejuvenate the skin and berries to give you a big boost of antioxidants. It’s a go to breakfast in our home and so simple to put together the evening before so you save yourself time in the morning and can sit down to enjoy it in peace.PROBIOTICSNow whilst I could probably talk for hours on all the different ways we can improve our digestive health, I’m going to leave you with just one more to think about for now. And, this is the importance of probiotics in the diet.Probiotics act on our gut like seeds to a garden, we need to plant good bacteria, probiotics, to feed, create and grow healthy gut flora. Without probiotics the garden doesn’t flourish and we feel the effect. However, with a good supply of probiotics from our diet, our gut digests food well, detox and elimination pathways are supported and our digestive tract absorbs nutrients to then feed our body premium fuel as a result.There are a few wonderful ways we can obtain probiotics from food sources. One of the easiest to obtain is through natural yoghurt. Yoghurt is a brilliant source of probiotics, namely acidophilus and bifidus and integrating just a spoonful of yoghurt in the morning to your breakfast or just prior to can help establish the growth of good gut bacteria. If you can’t tolerate dairy yoghurt, try non-dairy yoghurt with a coconut kefir to help you on your way.Cabbage for good health – you heard it right! Learn to love cabbage because it can give your tummy some serious love. When cabbage and other vegetables ferment to become sauerkraut, kimchi and the like, they also develop an insane supply of probiotics to feed and nourish. We don’t need to eat mounds of it, but just a few tablespoons with one meal a day to start will support digestion and keep your gut in good nick.ROSEHIP TEA BIRCHERServes 22 cups rolled oats1/2 cup shredded, unsweetened coconut1 tablespoon honey2 cups strongly brewed rosehip tea1 cup mixed berries, plus extra for serving1/2 cup coconut, full fat natural or greek yoghurtCombine oats, coconut, honey and rosehip tea in a bowl and stir to combine.Lightly fold through berries, cover and place in fridge overnight.In the morning, top with yoghurt, additional berries if desired and serve.
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BACK TO BASICS
Nutrition for Health, Beauty and HappinessGood health really is a magical thing. When our bodies are well nourished, rising in the morning is easy, our energy levels throughout the day are delightfully balanced, we feel hydrated and we rest peacefully by night. As a nutritionist, my role is to guide people in this journey to good health. Provide easy, practical, nourishing solutions to inspire and help people feel empowered by their health.So, I am incredibly excited to have teamed up with the wonderful team at JURLIQUE to do just that for you! Our partnership in beauty, health and wellness will see gorgeous delicious, nourishing and simple ideas coming right your way. We’ve created some absolutely incredible recipes, videos, and easy reads to help give your health a makeover and for you to see your skin glow like never before.JURLIQUE have such a beautiful array of natural, nourishing ingredients in their range of products, so we thought the most wonderful way to showcase these would be not only through their stunning product, but also with how you can eat them. If you can enhance the glow in your skin through food as well as within your beauty regime then really… why wouldn’t you?A little on my philosophy in nutrition…I work first and foremost on diet, because diet is not just what you eat it is truly a ‘way of life’. When our diet is in good stead, everything flows well, when our diet is out of kilt, our body doesn’t respond as well as it could and it can impact both our health and our lifestyle. Nourishing whole foods are the answer.By whole foods, I mean those that are as close as possible to how Mother Nature created them, unprocessed, unrefined, without the additives, sugars or preservatives we see all too often in food these days. Think fresh vegetables a plenty, fruit, whole grains, nuts, seeds, clean quality proteins and healthy fats. It’s as simple as that. When you learn about how wonderful these foods are and pop your creative hat on in the kitchen again, you feel and see the benefits.Recreating your health is best approached with small steps, on a frequent basis to achieve long term results. Don’t try to change everything overnight, Rome wasn’t built in a day, new habits and breaking old ones takes time too. When you use this principle and look at whole foods as a fun, creative and simple way to do it, then you are half way there. I hope you enjoy what JURLIQUE and I have prepared for you…I know we’ve had an absolute blast creating it.In good health always,JacquelineNOURISH BOWL : JURLIQUEServes 11 cup baby spinach1 cup blanched kale leaves,1/2 cup zucchini noodles or grated1/2 cup carrot noodles or grated1 small beetroot, roasted and sliced1/2 cup turmeric quinoa1/4 cup alfalfa1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1 red radish, finely sliced1/4 pink grapefruit1/2 small avocado, finely sliced2 tablespoons sauerkraut1 teaspoon pepitas1/2 teaspoon sesame seedfew sprigs dillCold pressed olive oil and balsamic vinegarSea salt and black pepperPlace spinach leaves and kale leaves in the base of bowl or plate.Top with zucchini and carrot noodles, beetroot, turmeric quinoa, alfalfa, cherry tomatoes, radish, grapefruit.Arrange avocado over the top of the vegetables, followed by sauerkraut, peptias and sesame seeds and dill.Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, season with salt and pepper and serve.
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MEET JACQUELINE ALWILL OUR WELLNESS WARRIOR
Meet Jacqueline Alwill our Wellness WarriorJacqueline Alwill is a qualified nutritionist and owner of one of the most in-demand Sydney nutritional practices, The Brown Paper Bag.Jacqueline believes that living optimally is about finding the balance on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level, loving your body and feeling well nourished.Jacqueline is passionate about teaching people values for good health and nutrition, which is where The Brown Paper Bag stemmed from. A simple concept: sharing easy to make, nutritious food and healthy life changes with those around you.Jacqueline regularly contributes nutritional tips on her health blog and to various TV programs and publications.“As a nutritionist, my role is to guide people in their journey to good health and to provide easy, practical, nourishing solutions to inspire and help people to g=feel empowered by their health.I am incredibly excited to have teamed up with the wonderful team at Jurlique to do just that for you! Our partnership in beauty, health and wellness will see gorgeous, delicious, nourishing and simple ideas coming right your way. We’ve created some absolutely incredible recipes, videos and easy reads to help give your health a makeover and for you to see your skin glow like never before.Jurlique has such a beautiful array of natural, nourishing ingredients in their range so we thought the most wonderful way to showcase these would be not only through their stunning product, but also with how you can eat them. If you enhance the glow in your skin through food as well as within your beauty regime then really why wouldn’t you? “Jacqueline Alwill, Adv. Dip. (Nut Med)- Nutritionist
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STOP. SMELL THE ROSES.
We’ve always known our signature botanical, the Rose, is more than a sweet, natural scent. Hotwired directly to memory and emotion, fragrance can have a powerful, immediate impact on our sense of wellbeing – and Roses are a powerful joy-trigger. Need more excuses to upgrade your day with a hit of Rose-tinted bliss? We’ve got four of them… Sweeten dreamsPut your favourite Rose scent on double duty before bed. The ability of stress-defusing Rose essences to lull a busy mind to sleep is no secret, but a German study has also showed that subjects exposed to a Rose fragrance during REM had more positive dreams than those who smelled a control or unpleasant scent. Experts think that having positive dreams as we recharge could be a key to maintaining positive moods while we’re awake.[ref https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn14773-sweet-smells-lead-to-sweet-dreams/] Learn fasterDeploying a shot of intense scent while learning a task, then smelling that scent again while we sleep, can help memories set faster. New things are filed in one part of the brain short-term, then etched into the cortex for permanently during sleep. Reactivating the brain with smell, a major trigger for memory, overnight can make the process more efficient. Mist to boost your night cream – and your memory.[ref https://www.scentcillo.com/blog/floral-aromachology-focus-rose] Boost mood, relax sensesDeep breath, in and slowly out…The scent of Rose uplifts your mood and calms jumpy nerves. Inhalation of a Rose fragrance can help soothe the senses when we’re under pressure of time, a deadline or emotional stress. Spritz yourself happy.[Ref: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12499579} Feel good fastInhaling the scent of natural Rose oil and essence can have an instant effect on the mind and senses. We’ve upped the ante with ourRosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition, this year’s limited-release update of our iconic Rosewater Balancing Mist. Powered by natural Rose fragrance this intense mist gives your senses a deep, rosy bliss. In an express mist. Stash one on the top shelf, in your bedside drawer, on the desk, in a bag for on the go… You don’t need to slow down to smell these Roses – but you might want to.
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5 MUST-HAVES FOR A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
A good night’s sleep is like nectar for the soul. Eyes are brighter, footsteps are lighter and you’re ready to tackle the day. But let’s face it – when was the last time you had a truly great night’s sleep? With daily stresses and distractions, sometimes it’s easier said than done but there are a few things you can do to improve sleep quality and ensure you wake up feeling well-rested. It’s all about creating a peaceful sleeping environment, starting with a cool, dark bedroom free from screens (yep, Instagram can wait until morning) and adding a few natural sleep remedies and products to your nighttime routine. With a little help from some sleep aficionados, these are our top tips for getting a good night’s sleep. 1. WEAR BREATHABLE SLEEPWEAR There’s nothing better than a fresh pair of pyjamas and changing into them signals to the brain that it’s time to get ready for sleep. Ever wake up too hot in the night? Our body temperature rises when we sleep, so choose breathable sleepwear like these Pure Silk PJs from Australian brand Papinelle. Soft, naturally breathable and hypoallergenic, this silk sleepwear will keep you warm in winter and cool in summer – plus they’re great for sensitive skin (their simple cuts in neutral and pastel shades give a luxe twist to sleepwear, too). 2. SLEEP ON A SILK PILLOW Moving around while we sleep can cause our hair and skin to pull on the pillowcase, not to mention our carefully-applied skincare products to rub off. Silk pillowcases are much kinder on the skin and cause less friction than traditional cotton ones – go for celeb favourite Slip Silk Pillowcases, which are thick, soft and durable and are proven to absorb significantly less face cream. As an extra boost, spray your pillow with the Jurlique Calming Blend Aromatherapy Mist – a blend of grapefruit and lavender, this calming scent helps promote sleep (plus your bedroom will smell wonderful). 3. LIGHT A CALMING CANDLE Forget your iPhone screen, the only thing that should be lighting up your bedroom is a soothing candle. Dim your lights or put on a lamp with a warm glow, and light a Lumira Balinese Ylang Ylang candle. Aromatic and earthy, this candle provides instant relaxation and, thanks to fragrance being linked to memory and emotion, your mind will transition to sleep mode each time you light it.4. UNWIND WITH MAGNESIUM OIL There are so many health benefits of magnesium but when it comes to helping us rest, it’s one of our secret weapons. It works wonders with sleep, so incorporate it into your nightly routine by indulging in a self-massage using the (100% natural) Salt Lab Magnesium Oil Spray. Simply spritz 3-6 sprays onto your skin (your stomach is a good spot) and massage it in gently. 5. EMBRACE AROMATHERAPY The Benefits Of Aromatherapy are endless, and essential oils are great products to use as a natural sleep aid. Add a few drops of Jurlique Comforting Blend Essential Oil to your bath or a vaporiser before bed – containing natural essential oils including Orange, Patchouli and Ylang Ylang, this oil promotes peace and wellbeing. For a good night’s sleep every night, set up a peaceful sleeping environment with the help of natural remedies and products. Shop our essential oils and sprays here.
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YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO THE JURLIQUE SKIN CARE RITUAL
At Jurlique, we pride ourselves on our six-step skin care ritual. While it may seem excessive – especially compared to the traditional three-step cleanse, tone and moisturise routines – each step is beneficial for the skin. And for us, it’s not just a ‘routine’, we call it a ritual for a reason. It’s our form of self-care, a time to slow down, focus on ourselves and our wellbeing and look after our entire selves: mind, body and soul. Discover our guide to the Jurlique skin care ritual below.CLEANSELike every good skin care routine, cleansing is the first step of the Jurlique ritual. Cleanse twice daily and embrace the double-cleanse in the evenings for a deeper clean (the first cleanse removes dirt, debris and makeup, while the second cleanse unclogs the pores). Choose a natural-based face cleanser like our Nourishing Cleansing Oil or discover all our cleansers here. MISTWe do things differently at Jurlique. We don’t have a traditional ‘toner’ but we have Mists instead (our Rosewater Balancing Mist is kind of a big deal). Packed with natural botanical extracts, our Mists provide instant hydration, helping skin to feel soothed and balanced. After cleansing, close your eyes and spritz your mist around your face. Gently press into your skin to help the ingredients absorb. ACTIVATING WATER ESSENCEActivating Water Essence hydrates and preps the skin to help it absorb the rest of your skin care products. It also contains emollients and high-performing botanical extracts to attract and hold water for a smoother, softer and healthier-looking complexion. To apply, pour a couple of drops into your palms and press gently onto the face, neck and décolletage. Want to know more? Discover 5 reasons to use Activating Water Essence. SERUMFace serums are lightweight (but potent) formulas designed to provide your skin with extra hydration as well as target specific skin care concerns (read our guide to choosing a serum that addresses what you need best). With serums, a little goes a long way - gently press 1-2 pumps of the formula over your face, neck and décolletage and leave to sink in before you move on to the next step. EYE CAREThe skin around the eyes is delicate and prone to dryness. It’s also one of the first areas to show signs of ageing, so a nourishing eye cream or gel is important (for those first signs of ageing, Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Cream is our best eye cream for wrinkles and dark circles). Eye creams are formulated for different skin care concerns, so choose one that suits your needs most and gently press and smooth the cream around your eye contour area using your ring fingers. MOISTURISERRich and creamy, moisturisers seal in hydration, improve the skin’s protective barrier, and lock in the benefits of the products you’ve used before it. Like other skin care products, moisturisers target different skin care concerns and can be used at different times. A richer formula is great for your nighttime ritual, while lightweight moisturisers tend to work well for day and in hotter climates. The final step of all good skin care rituals is a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. Sun has damaging effects on the skin so it’s essential to use it every day, even in winter or when it’s overcast. At Jurlique, we’re yet to find a sunscreen formula that we’re happy with so while we wait, choose your favourite to end your skin care ritual with.
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