Wellbeing Journal
My Skin Care Ritual by Sigourney Cantelo
I recently went to South Australia to visit the Jurlique farm, and while I was there, I learned this beautiful skincare ritual which I'm going to share with you here. Cleansing The ritual begins with a unique approach to cleansing. Add a two to three pumps of our Nourishing Cleansing Oil to your hands and press and smooth over your face. Make sure your face is dry before applying. Once applied, add warm water to emulsify. Rinse thoroughly. This cleansing oil softens the skin while it removes impurities. Check out our other cleansers here. Or, if you’re looking for a cleanser with gentle exfoliating action, check out our Nutri-Define Supreme Cleansing Foam. Tone I'm using Rosewater Balancing Mist as my toning step. It contains pure rose oils, which I love because it smells like a bouquet of fresh roses. As you close your eyes and spritz your face, their fragrant floral extracts uplift and refresh you while hydrating your skin. AWE Activating Water Essence is the first treatment step of your ritual. It contains a distilled essence of marshmallow root, which has been used for centuries for its healing properties. Press three to four drops of the essence between the palms of your hands, and then press it into your skin. One of the benefits of this product is that it helps with continuous hydration and enhances the performance of your serum and moisturizer. When you use Activating Water Essence, you can feel how moisturizing and softening it is—and the fragrance is so refreshing! Face Serum Next, I'm using Herbal Recovery Signature Serum with botanicals and anti-aging ingredients. You want to use this morning and evening under your moisturizer. The best way to use serums, face oils, and moisturizer is to actually warm the products between the fingertips to activate the natural plant oils and increase their absorption. Cream I'm following my serum with Herbal Recovery Signature Moisturizing Cream. It has a lovely whipped texture and ingredients like Vitamin C to help refine the skin and soften any fine lines. Eye Serum Next up is Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Serum. Ginseng and Niacinamide are great at keeping the skin tone nice, even in an area that is prone to discoloration. Apply it with ring fingers. Press gently around the eye area and under the brow bone. And there you have it, a beautiful natural skin care ritual.
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Discover the holistic benefits of body oils
Skincare has the power to transform the appearance and texture of our skin, whether smoothing fine lines, creating a more even skin tone, or giving a boost of hydration to reveal supple, soft skin. But what is perhaps overlooked is the way that skincare, when infused with aromatic botanicals, can also have a profound effect on the mind, soul, and senses. Body oils, rich in natural oils and botanical extracts, are a prime example of skincare that can nourish the skin while igniting the senses for a full-body sensory experience. Let’s explore some of the holistic benefits of body oils. AWAKEN YOUR SENSES Jurlique Body oils are formulated with a minimum of 97% natural origin ingredients* that have the power to awaken the senses, with fragrant aromas that each hold unique qualities and benefits. Gentle lavender is known for its calming and relaxing properties; rose is known to balance and soothe, while lemon can help refresh and uplift the senses. *Based on ISO 16128-1 and ISO 16128-2 (including formulation water) NOURISH YOUR SKIN While botanicals ignite the senses, they also contain naturally occurring antioxidants which may help to protect against environmental aggressors. Nurturing body oils with ingredients such as jojoba, safflower, and macadamia oils also have the power to soften, soothe, and hydrate the skin. Safflower oil, sourced from safflower seeds, is high in linoleic acid and known for its softening properties, whilst jojoba oil forms a lipid layer that protects against moisture loss. TREAT YOUR BODY & MIND Whether you are looking to relax, calm the mind, elevate your mood, or give your dehydrated skin some love, body oils can soothe both body and mind. Body oils can be used in multiple ways. Both a nourishing moisturizer for the body and soothing massage oil to melt away any tension. Oils can be incorporated into your morning or evening routine and are the perfect addition to your daily self-care ritual; just add a few drops to a relaxing bath and allow a sense of calm to wash over your body. Allow nature to transform your senses and elevate your skincare experience with Jurlique’s Rose, Lavender, and Lemon body oils. Experience the benefits of indulgent body oils
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How to use face oil in your skincare routine
Nourishing face oils are fast becoming a skincare 'must-have'. With a silky-smooth texture, delicate aromas, blend of botanicals and long list of skin benefits, Jurlique's Purely Age-Defying Face Oil is the perfect addition to your daily skincare ritual. Let's explore some of the benefits and how to incorporate Jurlique's Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil into your skincare ritual. FACE OIL BENEFITS Jurlique's Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil is inspired by nature, containing a blend of botanicals to help firm and smooth while replenishing essential moisture and restoring the skin's radiance. Packed with specially selected seed and fruit oils, including Safflower Oil, Sunflower and Blackcurrant Seed Oils, Purely Age-Defying Face Oil is designed to smooth, firm, even tone and texture while hydrating and softening the skin. WHEN TO USE FACE OIL Jurlique’s Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil can be used morning or night as part of your skincare ritual. Depending on your skincare needs, face oil can be used daily or as a luxurious treatment once or twice a week. For maximum results, use nightly to help deliver extra moisture and increase firming benefits. For the complete Jurlique skincare ritual, cleanse your face, apply a hydrating mist, Activating Water Essence+ and serum before applying Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil. Complete your skincare ritual with a Jurlique face moisturizer and eye care. Alternatively, add a few drops of face oil to your moisturizer for an added hit of hydration. HOW TO APPLY FACE OIL WARM Warm 2-3 drops of Jurlique’s Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil between your fingertips to bring the silky oil to body temperature. PRESS & RELEASE Take a few moments to connect by breathing in the delicate rose and jasmine aromas. Use the flat of your fingertips to gently press and release the warmed oil to your face, neck and décolletage. Start from the center of your forehead and move slowly out and downwards to your décolletage. Begin in the center and work out towards your temples, ears, jawline, neck and collarbones, following the natural contours of your face. SMOOTH To finish, gently smooth your hands over your face, neck and décolletage, working top to bottom and inside to outside. Allow botanicals to elevate your skincare ritual with Jurlique’s Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil. Discover the power of nature with our Purely Age-Defying Firming Face Oil
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Jurlique’s Ultimate Gift Guide
Discover our full range of gift sets for the holiday season As the festive season begins, so does the search for the perfect skincare stocking filler or gift. Explore gifts—crafted from nature—with our collection of nurturing skincare gift sets, featuring bundles to soothe hands, nourish skin and awaken the senses. A gift for the adventurer For jet setters and road trippers always up for an adventure, travel-sized skincare is the way to go. Our Rose Travel Essentials provide the perfect rose-powered skincare combo to keep hands smooth and skin glowing, offering a relaxing moment of self-care while on the go. Discover our Rose Travel Essentials A gift for those always on the go Ideal for busy co-workers or friends who are always on the go, our Hydrating Rose Duo provides the perfect skincare pick-me-up during a busy day. This rose-powered duo contains a travel-sized Rose Hand Cream and Rose Love Balm to help hydrate and soothe both hands and lips. Discover our Hydrating Rose Duo A perfect hand care stocking filler Ensure soft hands this holiday season with the perfect stocking filler or secret Santa gift. Each Hand Care Discovery Set includes three Rose Hand Creams and three Lavender Hand Creams to help hydrate and nourish hands. Pick a scent to suit each family member or friend. Stocking fillers sorted! Discover our Hand Care Discovery Set A gift for those with nature’s touch Our uniquely scented hand care treats, containing botanical extracts, are the perfect stocking filler for all the nature lovers in your life. Each set includes a nourishing Rose, Lavender, Citrus and Jasmine Hand Cream, providing a hand care treat for each of your favourite co-workers, friends or family members. Discover our Hand Care Treats A gift for the smooth operator For those special people in your life who need a little TLC, you can’t go wrong with a set of rose-powered bestsellers. This ritual set features a selection of our most-loved products, including a Rose Shower Gel, Rose Body Lotion and Rose Hand Cream, providing a skincare ritual that will leave the body and hands feeling nourished, smooth and soft. Discover our Rose Hand and Body Ritual A gift for those who love a natural glow For co-workers or friends with their finger on the pulse of all things beauty, surprise them with a gift set that will give them that sought-after natural glow. Jurlique’s Hydrate & Glow Ritual Set is the perfect pick with a soothing essence, balancing mist, hydrating serum and nourishing cream for glowing, soft skin. Discover our Hydrate & Glow Ritual Set A gift for the hydration seeker For loved ones always in need of a moisture boost— elevate their daily skincare ritual with a botanical infused bundle including a hydrating essence, Herbal Recovery serums and signature moisturising cream that aim to refresh and revitalise the skin. Discover our Revitalise Ritual Gift Set A gift for the age-defier Our Rejuvenating Ritual is a nature-inspired skincare set that promises a relaxing moment of self-care while refreshing and rejuvenating the skin. Each set includes an essence, eye and face serum and restorative rich cream that delivers an intense boost of moisture for fresh, firm and radiant skin. Discover our Rejuvenate Ritual Gift Set A gift for the cool, calm and collected For those people in your life that always seem so relaxed (and those who don’t), a beautifully scented candle is the perfect way to calm the senses and enhance a soothing self-care ritual. Allow the botanical scents of Jurlique’s farm in the Adelaide Hills to create the perfect festive atmosphere with our Christmas Candle that can be bought as an addition to a ritual skincare set. Purchase with one of Jurlique’s gift sets
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ACTIVATE YOUR AMAZING
The secret to rejuvenation is not complicated. The power to revitalise, renew and even reinvent is, of course, built in to Nature itself. Sometimes, like now at Chinese New Year, you simply have to press pause on the noise and hustle and tune into it.If you’re going to make a mantra for the new year, make it this: remember natural rituals…SURROUND YOURSELFFeeling a part of Nature has also been linked with life satisfaction. Call this your reminder to sit under the green protection of a tree, touch the soil of an organic garden, breathe fresh air under a wide, clear sky. That’s happiness.Rose Body Oil: Immerse your skin and senses in the pure, delicately-scented nourishment of hydrating Rose, rebalancing Macadamia and protective Safflower oils.REFOCUS ON YOUR RITUALSAwareness of present moment is easy – it’s consistency that is key.Effective skincare has always been about respecting steps. As a toning, soothing mist following cleanser, our Activating Water Essence revitalises the radiance of your skin with Nature’s most powerful hydrating and enriching botanicals – while also preparing you to absorb the maximum benefit of serum.Press it into your complexion with your palms and take a deep, slow breath. See? The simple secret to pure, clear, radiant revitalisation – as Nature intended.
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BOTANICALS FOR SOFTER SKIN
Many complexion concerns focus on the skin’s visible appearance: lines, wrinkles, redness, pigmentation and dullness. It makes sense – these are, of course, the qualities we’re most likely to notice when looking in the mirror. But equal attention should be given to the way your skin feels. Is it rough, tight or dehydrated? Let’s see how you can overcome both.Achieving skin that feels soft, hydrated and well-balanced takes commitment and regular use of the right botanical ingredients. That’s the true wonder of the Rose – this gorgeous flower craves six hours of sun per day and yet boasts delicately soft petals with unique hydrating properties.One of our favourite Rose varieties grown on the Jurlique farm in South Australia is Rosa gallica. Not only does it have the most sublime scent, it’s also known for its superior hydrating properties, capable of restoring the skin and leaving it feeling soft and supple.While Rose is gentle enough for most skin types, those with very sensitive skin can benefit even more from soothing botanicals, like our farm-grown Calendula. This botanical is rich in antioxidants and oleanolic acid, which helps to calm the complexion and soothe even the most sensitive skin. It’s also ideal for skin that reacts to environmental aggressors.For skin that’s very dry or dehydrated, a botanical oil, such as Rose Hip or Safflower, is full of essential fatty acids to deeply nourish. They provide immediate relief from dehydration and over time, help restore balance to the skin so that it feels softer and looks smoother. Once sub-par skin will finally feel satisfied – as will that face in the mirror.Where to find these botanicals…Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Lotion contains Rosa gallica extract to hydrate and soften skinhttp://www.jurlique.com.au/rose-moisturising-lotionCalendula Redness Rescue Soothing Moisturising Cream deeply hydrates and soothes skinhttp://www.jurlique.com.au/calendula-redness-rescue-soothing-moisturising-creamSkin Balancing Face Oil is enriched with nourishing Rose Hip and Safflower oilshttp://www.jurlique.com.au/skin-balancing-face-oil-new
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SERUMS
When it comes to skincare, serums cause the most confusion. What do they do? And where do they fit into your skincare routine? Surely, it’s one skin care step too far? The short answer is: serums are packed with potent ingredients to boost the health, hydration and vibrancy of your skin - so if you don’t swear by a serum yet, it’s time to start. Here’s our fool proof guide to face serums.What is a serum, exactly?Savvy skin care is all about layering, choosing products that complement each other in each step of your skin care ritual. Face serums are lightweight (but potent) formulas designed to provide your skin with extra hydration as well as target specific skin care concerns, such as fine lines or dullness. They’re formulated with high concentrations of active ingredients (higher than your traditional moisturiser) so only a few drops are needed to get the full benefits. Think of it as your essential skin care problem solver and complexion booster, all wrapped up into one.How do serums differ from moisturisers?Moisturisers are rich and creamy, creating a protective barrier on top of your skin to prevent any moisture from escaping while locking in the benefits of the previous products you’ve used in your ritual. While serums can contain moisturising ingredients (like Rosehip Oil in the Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Daily Moisture Balancing Serum), they have a thin consistency and don’t lock in moisture like creams and lotions do.How to use serumsSkin care products are applied thinnest to thickest, so use after cleansing, toning, and applying our Activating Water Essence (which activates skin’s ability to retain moisture). Gently press 1-2 pumps of serum over your face, neck and décolletage and leave to sink in before applying your eye cream and moisturiser.Which serum is right for you?The best way to choose is to think of your biggest skin care concern and pick a serum that targets it best – or, have a few that you can switch up. Is your skin more dehydrated than usual? Use a hydrating serum. Long-haul flight left you feeling a bit dull and lacklustre? Reach for your face brightening serum. And if you’re not sure what your biggest skin concern is, read our guide to understanding your skin type.Dryness and deydrationRecommended serum: Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Daily Moisture Balancing Serum. With Marshmallow Root Extract that draws precious moisture to the skin and Rosehip Oil for long-lasting hydration, this is our best face serum for dry skin.Dullness and first signs of ageingRecommended serum: Jurlique Herbal Recovery Signature Serum. One of our hero products, this contains Red Clover Flower Extract, which is scientifically proven to enhance the hydrating role of Hyaluronic Acid, and to visibly smooth lines and wrinkles.Lines and loss of firmnessRecommended serum: Jurlique Purely Age-Defying Firming and Tightening Serum. This serum contains Beech Tree Bud extract, known to improve skin firmness and help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.Deep lines, wrinkles and loss of elasticityRecommended serum: Jurlique Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum. Containing fatty acids derived from plant oils that hydrate and improve the skin’s barrier function, and Oat Kernel Extract to soften and calm the skin, this silky serum addresses multiple signs of ageing.Sensitivity and irritationRecommended serum: Jurlique Calendula Redness Rescue Restorative Treatment Serum, containing Calendula, Chamomile and Echinacea Extracts to soothe and rebalance the skin.Discolouration and sun damageRecommended serum: Jurlique Purely White Skin Brightening Essence. Containing brightening botanicals such as Kakadu Plum and African Birch, this is our best serum for pigmentation.The ultimate complexion booster, serums are an essential step in every skincare routine. Shop our range to find one that suits your skin.
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THREE LITTLE KNOWN SECRETS FOR RADIANT SKIN
Radiant, glowing skin begins long before you step into your bathroom and reach for your skin care favourites. In fact, luminous skin starts where you might not expect: on the farm. When the environment in which plants are grown is pristine, it follows that the resulting skin care, and importantly your skin, will benefit the most.At Jurlique, we grow and nurture all our botanicals in the pure, idyllic South Australian hills. This is the basis of our seed-to-skin philosophy, where the seed’s health ultimately results in your skin looking bright and glowing. If radiance has long eluded you, opt for natural based products whose ingredients are grown in the following conditions:1 Air purityChoosing natural ingredients is an important consideration, but not all naturals are created equal; they must be nurtured in the right environment to capture their most active nutrients and essences. This process begins with the very air that surrounds them. Smog and pollution are not only detrimental to our skin, they can also compromise the quality of fledgling botanicals [hyperlink to article titled Why Air Quality Matters in Your Skin Care]. This is one reason why we chose the purest place on earth to establish our farm in South Australia, an area of rolling hills revered for its clean, fresh air.2 Soil qualityLike two halves of the same universe, the purity of air is mirrored by the quality of the soil, and vice versa. A depleted soil is unable to yield the powerful botanicals needed to transform skin radiance. Our Jurlique farm is certified organic and benefits from a rich compost derived from the plants on the property. We take extra care to nourish and protect the entire ecosystem of the farm. Some of the land available is used for planting, while the rest is dedicated to maintaining natural flora and fauna. Creating this special environment and planting and harvesting according to the seasons allows our botanicals to reach maximum glow-giving power.3 No synthetic pesticidesWe believe that maintaining a pure environment means not compromising crops with the use of synthetic pesticides and insecticides. Instead, we use companion farming to help plants work together to protect and nurture one another. For example, the bright orange flowers of a Calendula bush attract beneficial insects which kill aphids and other predatory insects, so we plant these next to our Roses as protection. The botanicals, therefore, remain safe without the use of harmful chemicals. This matters because what we use (or don’t use) on the farm ends up affecting your skin.Now you knowDue to Jurlique’s commitment to clean air, healthy soil, and organic pest control, our products make it possible for you to experience radiant, glowing skin. If you’re curious to see what our skin care can do for you, begin with our much-loved Activating Water Essence, whose active ingredients hydrate, condition and revitalise your skin. That’s Nature’s promise.
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FIVE FRESH TIPS FOR NATURAL GLOW
Evolve your routine and restore your signature radiance. A few rethinks can have incredible impact.1 Eat your waterEight tall glasses a day isn’t always easy to commit to? Try the facialists’ favourite hydration-boosting trick: eat your H2-glow.Fruits and vegetables like cucumber, tomato, celery, capsicums, melon and carrots brim with cell-plumping water plus a solid serve of the antioxidant vitamins that recharge glow. Researchers say the Nature-perfected dose of magnesium, potassium and sodium inside watermelon can rehydrate more effectively than water or a sports drink.2 Make with the massageGently pressing, rolling or massaging in serums, lotions and creams is the easiest anti-ageing move you can make. You’ll not only jumpstart circulation to shift puffiness and tighten contours, you’ll assist penetration, allowing each step in your ritual to do its work before the next. Press and smooth eye creams in from the inner corners toward your temple; sweep face care from centre point upward and out.3 Glow with the flowWe bet you’re shallow breathing right now. When we feel under fire, stress or even just busy (when do we not?), switching into short, fast ‘chest-breathing’ mode is a reflex. The oxygen dip shows up in ‘stressed’, dull complexion. Take a beat and focus. Deep, saturating ‘abdominal breathing’ lifts reviving oxygen uptake and powers the lymphatic system to detoxify skin.4 Work the night shiftYour skin works hardest when you’re asleep. This is when the body and mind recovers and refreshes for the challenges ahead. It’s the same with your skin. Overnight is the perfect time to give skin the vital nutrients, moisture and care it needs.5 Upgrade to effortlessImproving your skin isn’t always about doing more. It’s about optimised formulas that deliver what your skin needs now, more effectively. Jurlique has remastered our iconic anti-ageing Herbal Recovery range to radically improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and skin dullness in one advanced ritual. It’s transformative skincare, simplified.
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