Wellbeing Journal
NUTRI-DEFINE: THE STORY BEHIND AN ANTI-AGEING BREAKTHROUGH
In 2010, we began a quest to create the most powerful anti-ageing skin care possible. Today, the groundbreaking Biosome5 technology that drives Nutri-Define brings together luxury, nature and science to redefine anti-ageing skin care. Here’s the story behind how we developed this natural breakthrough.We set ourselves a clear goal: to develop a range that targeted the multiple signs of ageing – including deep lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness and elasticity and extreme dehydration – without compromising on luxury or our commitment to nature. And our first step was to find the perfect anti-ageing ingredients.Finding the perfect anti-ageing ingredientsWe searched the world to find the most powerful natural ingredients with proven anti-ageing qualities. Drawing on our decades of experience in biodynamic† farming and natural skin care, we selected five key ingredients:Horseradish: Helps improve skin firmness and elasticity.Rosemary: Enlivens the skin to help it look and feel rejuvenated.Peppermint: Revitalises dull skin while improving uneven skin texture.Mulberry root: High in antioxidants and phenolic compounds, it helps protect skin, brighten skin tone, and reduce the appearance of skin discolouration.Glycogen: Derived from pearlescent sea shells, it helps reinforce the skin’s natural defences and provides skin-firming benefits.Once we’d found the perfect natural anti-ageing ingredients, our next challenge was to find a way to deliver this luscious blend into the skin naturally.The solution: Jurlique’s first natural liposomeFollowing months of testing, our scientists developed a new, naturally derived liposome – a hollow, microscopic, fat-based vessel capable of safely delivering ingredients into the skin – with plant-based Lecithin.Together, our five anti-ageing botanicals and natural liposome became Biosome5 – an all-new technology with the power to safely deliver potent actives to where they’re most needed, so they can effectively address all the advanced signs of ageing.
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FACE FACTS: YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO ANTI-AGEING SKIN CARE
What is ageing skin?Ageing skin occurs when skin changes in appearance and texture over time, from natural or environmental aggressors. It might seem obvious, but it’s important to understand the truth behind ageing skin, so you can treat it effectively, and – most importantly – minimise it where you can.There are a few myths and misconceptions regarding age-related skin concerns. The main one is that ‘ageing’ relates to ‘middle or old age’, which isn’t necessarily so. Skin ageing is a natural process, and begins as early as your 20s, as this is when your body slows its collagen and elastin production.Collagen, your skin’s natural fillerCollagen is the naturally occurring protein responsible for your skin’s plumpness and shape, firmness and strength. It originates from the Greek words for ‘glue’ and ‘producing’, which makes sense as collagen binds connective tissues such as skin, cartilage and tendons.As production of collagen begins to decline with age, skin starts to sag and wounds take longer to heal. Collagen also doesn’t just degenerate organically – it can also be damaged prematurely. Top causes include dehydration, smoking, ultraviolet (UV) light, diet and stress (more on these later).Want supple skin? Look to elastinLike collagen, elastin is another naturally occurring protein in your body, and again, the clue is in the name. Elastin is responsible for your skin’s elasticity – pinch yourself and watch your skin snap straight back to normal. That’s thanks to elastin.Unfortunately, repetitive facial expressions like smiling and frowning result in the gradual erosion of elastin fibres. It’s why you often see fine lines around the eyes and mouth, and across the forehead. Compromised elastin also causes sagging around the jawline and neck.Your hormones on ageingAs hormones levels change, so does the skin. Hormonal ageing in women is defined in part by declining oestrogen levels, which affects the production of collagen and elastin. During menopause, this is increasingly more pronounced. Oestrogen also impacts melanin production and distribution, and when paired with UV damage, can result in skin pigmentation or age spots on the hands, face and chest.UV light and photoageingPhotoageing refers to the long-term effects of the sun on your skin, as a result of UV light exposure. The sun is the single greatest cause of premature and accelerated skin ageing. Australians are particularly susceptible to UV damage – not only because of the ozone layer and high levels of UV radiation, but also due to our cultural tendency for leisure outdoors. Sun damage can cause coarse, uneven and dull skin, as well as pigmentation and age spots, redness and burning, and premature lines and wrinkles.Genetics also play a role in photoageing. People with fair skin are far more likely to suffer visible signs of sun damage than those with darker skin. That said, we all need to take precautions when in the sun, as it’s easier to avoid than undo any potential harm. A broad spectrum sunscreen like our Sun Specialist SPF40 High Protection Cream provides high-level protection against UVA and UVB rays, and also helps skin stay hydrated.AA17_Blog_AA_BlogBanner-v.1Apart from natural ageing and photoageing, what are the other causes of ageing skin?EnvironmentAir-conditioning, extreme weather conditions and pollutants can all accelerate skin ageing over time. Wearing gloves when you do housework, gardening or home repairs helps preserve the skin on your hands, which is one of the very first places to show signs of ageing.SleepYour body restores itself during this time, so it’s important to get your beauty sleep. A well-rested face is sure to appear more rosy, fresh and plump. Conversely, fatigued skin looks dull and uneven in tone.DietPoor nutrition will eventually show up on your skin. To optimise your diet for younger-looking skin, eat less salt, sugar and processed foods, and increase your intake of whole foods and fresh fruit and vegetables high in vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants.DehydrationYour skin will thank you for increasing your daily water intake (as well as foods high in water). But it’s also important to cut back on dehydrating substances like caffeine, alcohol, salty foods and sugary drinks.SmokingApart from its other significant health dangers, smoking can speed up premature ageing, as well as impair the skin’s ability to heal itself. People who smoke long-term are also more likely to develop thick, leathery skin and a sallow complexion.ExerciseRegular exercise stimulates circulation and helps your skin appear more vibrant, even as it ages naturally. Of course, the flow-on effects of exercise – such as better sleep and a healthier approach to life – are also likely to improve your wellbeing, which can only benefit your skin.HealthExtreme or extended periods of stress, emotional turbulence, illness and other adverse circumstances can influence your health, and therefore your skin. During these periods you’re also more likely to neglect skin care rituals, experience sleep issues and make poor food choices.GenesAs we’ve noted, those with fairer skin are more susceptible to sun damage, but other genetic factors can also influence your skin’s appearance. Some people inherit beneficial genes, but even in those cases, taking care of your skin pays big dividends (and balances out the luck factor).NeglectForgetting to apply sunscreen, using poor skin care products or not adhering to an anti-ageing skin care ritual hinders your skin in both the short and longer term.AA17_Blog_AA_BlogBanner-v.2The tell-tale signs of ageing skinFirst signs of ageingAs we’ve seen, ageing skin affects a range of age groups. There are early signs and symptoms of skin ageing that can begin as early as your mid-20s, especially when external influences come into play. These include:Early sun damage, such as frecklesDry skinDull or fatigued skinLoss of colour or glowOur Herbal Recovery Signature Serum contains a concentrated blend of natural ingredients that help improve skin dullness, restore radiance, and minimise the appearance of fine lines. It helps smooth, revitalise and protect for skin that visibly glows.Visible signs of ageingThe first visible signs of ageing are often seen in women in their 30s. This is commonly the first time many women express their age-related skin concerns, and begin to search for simple and effective, natural solutions for:Fine linesLoss of firmnessIrregular or rough textureUneven skin tone or complexionWe created our Purely Age-Defying Firming and Tightening Serum specifically to address these visible signs of ageing. Its concentrated plant extracts target the appearance of wrinkles, loss of firmness and uneven skin tone to leave your skin looking rejuvenated.Advanced signs of ageingIn later years, as cells turn over less frequently, essential collagen and elastin production slows. As menopause approaches, we see more pronounced signs and symptoms of ageing. These include:Deep-set wrinkles and linesSlack, loose or sagging skin and loss of liftLoss of fat beneath the skin, occasionally leading to a gaunt appearanceAge spots (also known as sun spots), discolouration and pigmentationTransparent, fragile skin due to thinning of the topmost skin layer, the epidermis‘Leathery’ appearanceSpider veinsThe botanical oils in our Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum work to address the advanced signs of ageing and improve luminosity and hydration, for younger-looking skin that looks plump, luminous and regenerated.Your anti-ageing skin action plan–prevent and restoreAs we’ve seen throughout this anti-ageing skin guide, caring for your skin should start as early as possible. Your best chance of keeping your skin looking youthful and healthy for longer is to promote your overall wellbeing, through good lifestyle choices and a great skin care ritual. These combined are your key to preventing premature ageing, so you can experience your best skin at any age. Natural ageing is, of course, inevitable and unavoidable, but you can minimise its effects. Choose pure and powerful anti-ageing skin care that restores balance, smoothness and hydration. And whatever stage of life you’re living, don’t forget to celebrate it in full by looking and feeling your best every single day.
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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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THE JURLIQUE SKIN CARE CHALLENGE
blog-wellbeing-button-downl-challengeOver the course of 14 days we encourage you to add and build new and healthy skin care habits to help your skin be in the best shape possible.Start small and continue to add one tip per day for the next 14 days until your new skin care habits are rituals that you look forward to indulging in every day. They don’t take long and you will look and feel great.Before you start your Skin Care Challenge visit a local Jurlique store or counter and ask your Beauty Expert to recommend the products your will need to complete the challenge. We have samples that you can take home for almost every step to get you started.Download the Jurlique Skin Care Challenge
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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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HOW STRESS AFFECTS YOUR SKIN (AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT!)
Nurturing happy, healthy skin begins with using the best products to cleanse, moisturise and rejuvenate – but it doesn’t stop there. The truth is, caring for your skin can be a battle, and stress can be a major factor.None of us are immune to stress. It can sneak up quietly. Other times it charges at us head-on. But how does stress affect your skin?In times of duress, our bodies produce a steroid hormone called cortisol which, aside from the sparking the ‘fight or flight’ mechanism, increases your skin’s natural oil production cycle. This can allow bacteria to breed, resulting in breakouts.When you’re under attack from stress, you need a strategy to help relieve it – the first step is to consult your healthcare practitioner.Next, here’s what else you can do.Listen to your bodyStress triggers can be difficult to pin down, especially when you’re busy. If you’re feeling tired, having trouble sleeping, experiencing changes in appetite or finding it hard to focus, ensure you take time out to do the things that make you happy and promote relaxation. This might involve getting back to that book you never finished, catching up with friends or settling in for a well-timed Saturday nap.Maintain your skin care ritualWork stress often scrambles our priorities, so keeping up routines like your skin care ritual can help you feel more balanced. Proper cleansing is also a lovely way to slow down and spend some quality time pampering yourself after a long, hard day. Treat your daily cleansing ritual as an opportunity to indulge in some much deserved you-time, using a cleanser with natural ingredients that’s suited to your skin type and won’t cause irritation.Experience our Rosewater Balancing Mist for a mindful moment during the day. It also contains natural antioxidants ingredients which help keep your skin fresh, hydrated and revitalised.Relax, reflect, rejuvenateWhile an effective skin care ritual is key to keeping skin clear and healthy, addressing the causes of stress is even more important. Always consult your healthcare professional as a starting point.Identifying situations that make you feel anxious or overwhelmed, recognising but not engaging with present emotions, and gradually changing your response to them can help you better manage stress over time, in positive ways.Recognising the physical and emotional experience of stress when it arises, accepting its presence, and practicing deep, abdominal breathing also helps neutralise anxiety.Talking through issues with an attentive friend or trained professional can help liberate stress and make sense of the big picture. Otherwise, meditation and massage are also great ways to slow down and reconnect with what’s truly important – you and your wellbeing.Stress is a part of modern life, but it doesn’t need to rule yours. What are your tips and tricks for handling stress? We’d love to hear them.* The content displayed on this webpage is intended for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as medical advice. Please discuss mental health issues with your healthcare professional.Download the Jurlique Skin Care Challenge for two weeks of skin care tips and tricks.Shop the storyHerbal Recovery Antioxidant Cleansing Mousse 150mL | $45Blog-Wellbeing-BlogBanner-HR-Antioxidant-MousseRosewater Balancing Mist 50mL | $35Blog-Wellbeing-BlogBanner-RWBMDiscover more Jurlique skin care tips by subscribing to our newsletter.
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