Wellbeing Journal
WHY AIR QUALITY MATTERS IN YOUR SKIN CARE
The ability to scientifically measure and study the impact of pollution might be relatively new, but we’ve always had a belief that air quality is one of the crucial factors in producing pure, effective skin care. It’s one of the reasons our founders moved across the globe to settle in the rolling Adelaide Hills of South Australia.How pollution affects skin (and skin care)For many decades, there was one clear environmental culprit capable of wreaking havoc on our complexions; this was, of course, the sun’s UV rays. More recently, another offender has come along: the air itself. Unlike the sun, however, air pollution gives no early warning signs.Separate studies have found that air pollution can have a significant impact on the skin, leading to the premature appearance of visible signs of ageing, such as fine lines and pigmentation.But there’s another side to this story that’s far less known: what’s the impact of air pollution on the botanical ingredients grown specifically for skin care?The quality of air that surrounds plants plays a huge role in determining just how robust and healthy those plants may be. According to a report by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), air pollution can cause damage to soil quality, which “in turn, penetrates into the plant structure and impairs its ability to develop”. As a result, botanicals may turn yellow, develop spots or die completely.The purity of South AustraliaAdelaide, as one of Australia’s smaller cities, has benefited from relatively low levels of pollution – seven times lower than that in Shanghai, and more than one-third of the levels in Seoul, according to data compiled by the World Health Organization.For this reason, we made South Australia our home base. In this unspoiled environment, which our founders refer to as “the purest place on Earth”, we grow all our botanical ingredients, including hydrating Rose, which goes on to become our antioxidant-rich Rosewater Balancing Mist. Thanks to the clean-air conditions in which the Rose is grown, the resulting mist restores your skin and instils an unmistakable glow.Our home is a particular point of pride for Jurlique, for the growing conditions found here are what enable us to grow botanicals far more powerful than any other. What is pure and grown in Nature can only deliver radiant, glowing skin. It’s as simple as that.
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HOW TO REBALANCE YOUR ENERGY NATURALLY
How to Rebalance Your Energy NaturallyModern workers complain of the mid-afternoon slump. All of a sudden, it feels as if all the energy has drained out of you. Some call it brain fog, others refer to it as plain old exhaustion. Rather than reach for a quick fix, the wiser option is to implement naturally energy-boosting habits you can maintain long-term. Your precarious balancing act ends here.Aid your digestionAn unhealthy gut can have huge health implications for the rest of the body – energy levels included. Apple cider vinegar is an alkalising liquid that can help with digestion, especially for those who don’t produce enough hydrochloric acid in their stomachs. Opt for the unfiltered organic variety, and drink it diluted in water about 15 minutes before meals.Step away from the white breadWhile they can provide your body with energy, foods heavy in carbohydrates will, for the most part, leave you feeling sluggish. The main culprit? Simple carbs, like those found in sugary drinks, white bread, and pasta, which burn through your body quickly. Stick to wholegrain, low-glycaemic carbohydrates that take longer to digest. Nuts, legumes, sweet potatoes, oats, and brown rice will all provide your body a steady supply of energy, helping you avoid the crash-and-burn effect.Break a sweatIf you’ve ever gotten your sweat on, you’d know the incredible clarity that comes from a flood of endorphins hitting your system. Exercise gives your cells more energy to burn, circulating oxygen around the body and releasing epinephrine and norepinephrine (stress hormones) that in modest amounts that make you feel energised. Even a brisk walk on your break can help.Have another glass of waterFeeling fatigued is one of the first signs that your body is short on fluids. The recommended daily amount of water is 2 litres per day, but be sure to drink slowly and keep it at room temperature, so it is easily ingested and absorbed by your body.School yourself in essential oilsStudies have found that inhaling essential oils under stressful conditions can lead to noticeable positive neurological responses, as fragrance compounds directly affect the brain. When it comes to improving energy levels, essential oils with citrus properties are great for boosting energy and motivation – we love a few drops of our Revitalising Blend Essential Oil, which can be used in a vaporiser for the office. If you don’t have a diffuser handy, try a spritz of our Revitalising Blend Aromatherapy Mist, close your eyes and spray mist above your head, and deeply inhale the Orange, Bergamot, Lemon and Lavender blend to awaken the senses.
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EAT YOUR WAY TO RADIANT SKIN WITH JACQUELINE ALWILL
INSPIRED BY OUR NEW BODY CARE RANGE, OUR FAVOURITE AUSTRALIAN NUTRITIONIST, JACQUELINE ALWILL COOKED UP TWO RATHER DELICIOUS AND DELIGHTFUL MEALS WITH FRESHEST OF INGREDIENTS FULL OF ANTIOXIDANTS THAT WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE RADIANT SKIN BY NOURISHING YOU FROM INSIDE OUT AND GET YOU STARTED FOR A GLOWING SPRING.There is SO MUCH to look forward to in the Spring, it’s one of my favourite times of year. New season produce, lighter meals, fresh ingredients to make you feel nourished from the inside out. In partnership with Jurlique and for the launch of their NEW Body Care Range I’ve created this delicious recipe which draws on ingredients from the range and delivers it to you ready to eat. Pretty great right?SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICEBreakfast (brunch, lunch – maybe dinner too?) of champions – SAGE BRUSSELS AND CAULIFLOWER RICE. Abundant with nutrition from cauliflower, garlic and brussels to support our bodies natural detoxification processes. Full of fibre to aid digestion and satiate our appetite. And with the gentle inclusion of sage, enriches this dish with both anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients too.You can play with additional flavours such as pecorino or if you prefer dairy free and purely plant based then a touch of vitamin B rich nutritional yeast will do the trick. Serve with fresh sourdough or gluten free bread, some sautéed mushrooms and beans and you have the perfect, nutrient dense, balanced meal.SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICEServes 41/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic1 leek, white part only, diced1 head (700g) cauliflower, cut into florets, blitzed to form a rice200g brussel sprouts, finely slicedsmall handful sage leaves2 teaspoons lemon rind2 teaspoons nutritional yeast OR 1/4 cup pecorino, shaved1 cup baby spinachsea salt and black pepperHeat a large frypan on medium heat, add olive oil, garlic and leek and cook 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add cauliflower rice, brussel sprouts, sage leaves and lemon rind and cook approximately 6-8 minutes. Sprinkle nutritional yeast if using a non dairy option and toss through baby spinach to warm. Seasons with sea salt and black pepper and sprinkle with pecorino if using. Serve direct from the frypan with sautéed mushrooms and butter beans and avocado for a delicious wholesome meal anytime of the day.SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICE - Inspired by Restoring Lemon, Geranium & Clary Sage Shower Gel
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JACQUELINE ALWILL’S SECRET TO GLOWING INSIDE AND OUT
It’s not everyday that I hand over my home, beauty cabinet, kitchen and bedroom and reveal all, but when the team from the most iconic Australian, botanical skincare brand, Jurlique, makes this little request…I do. You see, it’s all very well to speak about health and beauty but it’s most important to see it in practice so that’s how I plan to share it with you. Small things I do, each day to make me feel abundant with life, radiant and glowing.MY DAYTIME SKINCARE RITUALPre exercise I use a few drops of Jurlique Firming Face Oil and if training outdoors a natural sun cream. In my younger years, I didn’t use anything during exercise and know that this damaged my skin, however, these days I know I put my skin in a better position to handle the dehydrating effects of exercise and protect my skin from the sun.Post exercise the focus is on plenty of water and my most cherished skincare ritual of the day for both face and body. In recent years having partnered and worked with Jurlique I include their heavenly skincare products into my regime. Jurlique’s range of natural botanical ingredients complement my life and my skin beautifully, giving me the glow I want to see and the softness I want to feel on my skin.Pre shower cleanse to my face with Jurlique Nourishing Cleansing Oil followed by a shower with Jurlique Refreshing Citrus Shower Gel and body moisturiser of these delicious citrus fragrances too. They’re new to my ritual having only been launched by Jurlique recently and I couldn’t live without them. Citrus is one of my favourite fragrances to refresh the senses and my skin and naturally complement other nourishing citrus ingredients in my life particularly in the morning – lemon, grapefruit and orange.“AS A NUTRITIONIST, I WANT MY SKIN CARE TO BE AS NATURAL AND GOOD FOR ME AS THE FOOD I EAT. THAT’S WHY I LOVE JURLIQUE’S NEW SHOWER GELS AND BODY LOTIONS.”
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RAW LEMON COCONUT TART
Take time our to treat yourself and family with this delicious tart to celebrate nature’s delights. Jurlique has partnered with Nutritionist Jacqueline Alwill to create this wellness treat that is vegan, sugar and dairy free. Raw Lemon Coconut TartServes 8Base:3/4 cup of oats1 cup medjool dates, pitted3/4 cup dessicated coconut2 tablespoons vanilla essence Top:1/3 cup coconut oil1/4 cup maple syrupJuice from 3 lemons1/2 cup dessicated coconut2 medium bananasFresh seasonal berries 1. For the base, place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until well combined and forming a dough like consistency.2. Press base into a lined spring form cake tin or load tin and pop in freezer whilst blending the top.3. For the top, place all ingredients in a a food processor and blend until well-combined then pour over the base ingredients and spread evenly.4. Freeze for 5 hours to set.5. Allow to thaw for 10 minutes and top with fresh seasonal berries before serving.
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THE JURLIQUE BY JACQUELINE ALWILL WHOLEFOODS CHALLENGE
Download the Jurlique by Jacqueline Alwill Wholefoods Challenge and all of her delicious recipes.blog-wellbeing-button-downl-challengeStart your wholefoods journey with nutritionist Jacqueline Alwill’s two weeks of deliciously nourishing and clean-eating plan. In Week 1 there is an incredible variety of fruits, nuts, snacks, healthy fats and proteins (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian) to choose from. In Week 2 there is a shift towards a plant-based diet. The plan is vegetarian-based and allows for dairy to give you a taste of just how amazing a life filled with plants can be. And if a week of eating vegetarian feels like too much, try doing it for one or two days. There’s no pressure, and remember, small steps are always good ones to take with health.Download Jurlique X Jacqueline Alwill Wholefoods Challenge for access to the challenge and lots of recipes created exclusively for Jurlique!Enjoy!
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THE JURLIQUE BY LEAH SIMMONS FITNESS CHALLENGE
Challenge yourself. Try the Jurlique by Leah Simmons Fitness Challengeblog-wellbeing-button-downl-challengeCreated by Pilates Instructor Leah Simmons, this challenge is all about motivating yourself to bring exercise into your everyday routine. Each week there is a mix of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), cardio, mobility (such as pilates or yoga), strength training, and, of course, rest days. Use this plan with your new Wholefoods Nutrition Challenge created by Jacqueline Alwill, and you will see incredible results after four weeks.Download Jurlique X Leah Simmons Fitness Challenge
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TAKE THE JURLIQUE BY VASHTI WHITFIELD MINDFULNESS CHALLENGE
For one month Vashti Whitfield invites you to reconnect with your innate potential and align your body and mind to support optimal wellbeing. Each week there are a selection of specific actions for you to take on and try out. Over these four weeks you will learn how to shift your mindset, achieve your goals and feel more calm and grounded.Download the weekly calendar to help guide you through the Challenge activities. Try scheduling all of your practices and actions into the Jurlique Notepad. The act of writing down your actions creates the space for these actions to happen and will help to keep them in front of your mind.Download the Jurlique X Vashti Whitfield Mindfulness Challenge here
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WHAT DOES WELLNESS MEAN TO YOU?
What does wellness mean to you? Some think quitting sugar, others think yoga on the beach. So here’s a question: what does wellness mean to you?Wellness, the state of experiencing wellbeing. When people think wellness, they sometimes picture their ideal selves: a perfect zen balance of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. However, that image is usually marred by the reality of modern life – we’re often too busy, too stressed to make wellness a priority. To make ourselves, our health, our connection with nature and our happiness, a priority. And that’s something we all deserve to change.This month, we’re launching our national Wellbeing campaign, to inspire us all to wellbeing and lives we truly love – like reconnecting with nature, nurturing your body through nutrition and fitness, and practicing daily mindfulness.At Jurlique, we believe beauty comes from within, and it shows when we’re living in harmony with ourselves and the world around us. So we’ll be looking at how the power of nature can help promote radiant skin, no matter what your skin type or concern. And, with the help of some of Australia’s top nutrition, fitness and mindfulness experts, we’ll also be exploring:The whole foods story – what it is and why it matters, as well as recipes for delicious, nutritious mealsHow to set and manage fitness goals and energy levels with fun workouts you’ll enjoyThe self-love and self-care benefits of being mindful in each moment – and how it can help minimise stressWellness happens by making incremental changes that add up over time. Some of these changes can be small, like eating more vegetables, or swapping coffee for green tea. Others, however, may involve challenging preconceived notions about how we should think, feel, act or simply be – like letting go of negative self-talk, feeling guilty, saying ‘yes’ more often than saying ‘no’ and being the perfect parent / friend / partner / employee / person.This is one of the most important things to remember. Because what links the wellness pillars of skin care, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness isn’t what you’d normally expect. The truth is, what connects them all is you and your experience. You’re the key to realising your happiness and health, and living a life that fills you with joy and contentment, every single day.It’s not about a magic bullet, or having a perfect record. It’s okay to stumble every now and again on the path to wellbeing. What’s important are those gentle gains, and being open to what you might be able to do, right now, in order to start feeling happier and healthier. Because if you can end each day having done one more thing to add value to your life, then every day will be better than the last.And that’s our challenge to you over the coming month.Enjoy September.Team Jurlique x“Our vision was to formulate and manufacture the purest skin care products available based on the healing properties of nature and to inspire people to health and wellbeing.” – Ulrike Klein, Jurlique Co-founderThis month’s skin care, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness articles delivered straight to your inbox – sign up to the Jurlique newsletter.
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