Wellbeing Journal
4 FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BIOSOME6
Since 2014, Nutri-Define has been one of our flagship ranges, attracting devotees around the world thanks to its nourishing and natural-based anti-ageing formulas. Six years later and we’ve reformulated the range to make its anti-ageing properties even more powerful, using the latest technology and potent botanicals grown on the Jurlique Farm to create skin care designed to firmer, younger and smoother-looking skin. The complete Nutri-Define Supreme range helps to address the appearance of: • Deeper, more visible lines and wrinkles • Lack of elasticity • Crepiness and thinning appearance of the skin • Discolouration and uneven skin tone • Advanced dehydration and moisture loss • Loss of smoothness and irregular skin texture • Dullness, decreased clarity and lack of luminosity and radiance The reformulated range is all down to Biosome6, a revolutionary new liposome technology that harnesses nature’s most potent natural ingredients to fight the signs of ageing. It’s a unique delivery system that is a micro-dispersion of the six botanical plant extracts from the Jurlique Farm. Discover everything you need to know about Biosome6 below – and how it will upgrade your anti-ageing skin care. IT HARNESSES LIPOSOME TECHNOLOGY Liposome technology is a skin care delivery system that was first used in 1986 to deliver active ingredients to the skin and help them penetrate more effectively. Biosome6 refills gaps in the stratum corneum, your skin’s natural protective barrier, to improve moisture retention. Each micro-capsule penetrates beneath the skin’s surface, delivering greater concentrates of Spilanthes Flower Extract, Horseradish Root Extract and the Jurlique Radiance Blend to restore luminosity, volume and suppleness. IT PROTECTS AND RESTORES SKIN The advanced Biosome6 technology helps to protect skin and delivers the active ingredients by mimicking the skin’s natural lipid structure. It helps to restore the intercellular lipids of the surface of the epidermis, improving the appearance of the skin and enhancing its barrier function. THE NAME IS AN AMALGAMATION OF ITS PARTS We haven’t just made it up, Biosome6 does actually mean something. ‘Bio’ represents the biodynamic farming we practice on the Jurlique Farm, ‘some’ represents liposome technology and ‘6’ represents the six farm-grown extracts that are found in the formula: Spilanthes, Horseradish, Marshmallow, Calendula, Rose and Lavender. IT INCREASES COLLAGEN PRODUCTION IN SKIN …by up to 46%*. Collagen and elastin are essential proteins that give skin a plump, firm and youthful appearance. Age and exposure slow down the production of both these proteins, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and a loss of firmness. Biosome6 boosts your skin’s natural ability to produce Collagen VII and Collagen I, two types of collagen integral to preventing signs of ageing.
Read more
5 WAYS TO BOOST COLLAGEN NATURALLY
Collagen. It’s been a buzzword in the beauty industry for years. Alongside elastin, it’s one of the vital proteins that your skin needs to maintain plumpness, firmness, radiance – and to fight the signs of ageing. You may see collagen-boosting creams, supplements and even drinks that can be consumed, all in the name of supple, youthful-looking skin but the best way to boost collagen levels is through a combination of natural skin care products and a few healthy lifestyle habits. WHAT IS COLLAGEN?Collagen is the common form of protein that supports our skin’s structure and suppleness. It is found in tissues of the muscles, bones, tendons, blood vessels and the digestive system since the day we’re born but as we reach the age of 20, our bodies start to produce less and less collagen, which can result in wrinkles and sagging in skin.Our bodies can’t produce collagen by itself, which explains why there are so many products on the market that claim to help stimulate collagen production in skin. But it’s not just about what we put on our skin - we also need other nutrients to aid the process of collagen production such as zinc, vitamin C and copper. Read on for our five top tips to help boost your skin’s collagen levels. Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme products on linen napkin next to grass HOW TO INCREASE COLLAGEN NATURALLY1. HYDRATEEver heard the saying ‘healthy skin starts from the inside-out’? It’s true: drinking at least 2L of water every day or consuming the equivalent in water-rich foods such as watermelon, cucumber, and strawberries, not only keeps you hydrated, but also produces the moisture-rich environment in which collagen and elastin thrive. 2. CHOOSE COLLAGEN-BOOSTING FOODS AND EAT WELLWhere possible, avoid sugar and choose foods that boost collagen such as nutrient-rich leafy greens, citrus, and cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower). These foods contain high levels of Vitamin C and Sulphur, both of which are essential to healthy rates of collagen production. Read our guide for eating your way to radiant skin for more health food tips. 3. APPLY NATURAL-BASED SKIN CARE PRODUCTSSupplement your diet with a targeted natural skin care ritual. Our reformulated Nutri-Define range harnesses the power of liposomes - natural microscopic fluid bodies - to restore the skin’s barrier and enhance moisture retention. Natural ingredients including an extract from the Spilanthes flower, have been shown to boost the production of Collagen VII and Collagen I, two essential anti-ageing proteins, by up to 46%*. Use both Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum and Restorative Cream to achieve more optimal results. 4. PAMPER YOURSELFLevel up your daily skin care routine with a jade roller or facial massage tool. Regular face massages can boost blood circulation and promote collagen production - plus they’re a great way to unwind at the end of a long day. Need a bit more pampering? Discover our favourite (and easy) self-care rituals that you can add to your routine effortlessly. 5. PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE SUNYou knew it was coming: sun protection. While protecting your skin from the sun won’t boost collagen levels, it will preserve them. Sun exposure can speed up collagen breakdown, potentially undoing all the good work you put in elsewhere in your skin care ritual. To prevent this, apply a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 every day, even when it’s cloudy, and protect yourself further with a sunhat during the hotter months.
Read more
IN CONVERSATION WITH TARLIE RUSSELL
Melbourne-based photographer and content creator Tarlie Russell gives us a sneak peek into the day of her life – how she works with an ever-changing schedule, looking after her young son, and the skin care products she’s currently obsessing over.How I begin my day is one of the most important aspects of my life. I used to work corporate and that was when I was crazily unhealthy with my habits. It wasn’t until I started working for myself that I started consciously implementing important steps to make the best out of my sleep and my mornings. Sun reflection on ocean I’m an early riser, 5am. I don’t look at my phone at all. I wake, stretch, say a little gratitude out loud and then I am off to the beach. I live in a coastal suburb in Melbourne and now that it’s summer and warm it’s perfect for a morning walk with my pug Mia.Once home I usually shower and then apply my skin care. This part is essential for me as I work in skin care, from studying it to obsessively reading science-backed articles and testing products over on my Instagram. I start off with a spritz of Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist as a base and then apply the Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum, which is full of skin loving actives, then the Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm (amazing for dry under eyes). I then apply the Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Light Cream, which is the perfect consistency for daytime. Tarlie Russell applying Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Light Cream After that it’s usually breakfast with my son Mayson, he loves his smoothies so that’s our usual go to. We love a combination of berries, hemp seeds, spinach and almond milk and sometimes a pinch of protein powder.From there it depends on my schedule as it changes so often. I’m quite regimented and I work out my day in blocks (one hour for this, one hour for that) and write it down on my to do list (I buy this excellent one from Jasmine Dowling each year and it’s super specific).I love tackling emails in the morning when I’m wide awake and ready to go full force. What I do makes me incredibly happy. Being a photographer is one of the single most enjoyable careers as you get to delve into the creativity that I believe all of us have but only few uses. From creating content for brands, photographing still life, fashion and art. All of it makes me light up. Tarlie Russell’s son holding bunch of roses If I have products to shoot for a client and need props, I head to my local grocer who has an abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables and the most luscious flowers. Usually it’s here I grab myself a cheeky almond latte, then its home to shoot until 4pm.When it hits 4pm, I force myself to stop and my family becomes my full priority.We cook as a family and like to have a little dance whilst we do it! Tonight, I am making pasta for dinner, so we have Spotify’s ‘Italian Cooking Playlist’ going and it’s full of the classics to make you sing and move. Michael and I are big wine fanatics, we love taking winery trips and I love to immerse myself in the flavours of food and a good Pinot Noir. Man pouring glass of red wine 30 minutes before bed is when I start my night-time skin care routine, which is really simple. A warm shower with Nutri-Define Supreme Cleansing Foam to wash the day away. Post shower it’s Supreme Rejuvenating Serum, Supreme Eye Contour Balm (I use the serum and eye balm twice a day) and then my final step with the Supreme Restorative Rich Cream, all from the Nutri-Define range. Then it’s lights out in the Russell household and we do it all again tomorrow!
Read more
MEET ADRIANA PICKER, THE BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATOR
This Lunar New Year, you may see a bit of a difference in two of our most-loved products: Activating Water Essence and Rose Body Oil. While the same nourishing and hydrating formulas are on the inside, the outside has been taken over by hand-drawn botanicals. Red and gold illustrations weave across the bottles, as well as the cartons that contain them, making these limited editions extra special.Australian botanicals – Gum Blossom and Wattle – are blended with traditional Chinese flowers of Peach Blossom, Peonies and Orchid, which represent prosperity and growth, richness and peace, and abundance, respectively. It’s a rich and multilayered design you could get lost in, revealing something new every time you look at it. Bottles of illustrated Activating Water Essence and Rose Body Oil on top of illustrated botanicals The woman behind these unique illustrations is Adriana Picker, the Australian artist whose lifelong love of botanicals comes through in every stem she draws, every petal she shapes and every stroke her paintbrush makes.With an upbringing in NSW’s Blue Mountains and the Hunter Valley, Adriana has been surrounded by nature and botanicals since her early childhood – something which is evident in her illustrative style (which she describes as “lush, detailed, densely saturated, romantic”).It’s a source of inspiration that continues to grow, too. After heading to Sydney for university, she now lives on the other side of the world in New York and while that may not be the first place that conjures up images of flowers and nature, Adriana still manages to seek them out.In lieu of the coast, or her family’s garden back in the Hunter, she often spends her spare time in the New York Botanical Garden, which she describes visiting whilst donning bright dresses and a bucket hat – a stark contrast to the other visitors who, at twice her age, tend to be dressed head-to-toe in that dark New Yorker uniform.You only need to take a quick look at her past work (she counts Vogue, Gourmet Traveller and T2 amongst her clients – and she can now add Jurlique to that roster) to see that botanicals have played a huge influence in her career as an artist. On top of her work with Vogue and the like, Adriana has illustrated three books: The Garden of Earthly Delights, Where the Wildflowers Grow, and The Cocktail Garden which she cites as a career highlight - “it’s entirely thrilling to stumble across your name on the front cover of a book in a place you’ve never visited before!” Adriana Picker laughing in rose garden She has also dipped her nib into the film world, illustrating costumes for high-profile productions such as The Great Gatsby, Mad Max: Fury Road and Hacksaw Ridge. But despite her success and name-dropping credentials, Adriana is relaxed, friendly and down to earth. She’s not precious about her work but really enjoys watching how the brands she partners with interpret her illustrations, and in her own words she loves “nerding out” over botanicals (she’s currently enrolled on a course to expand on her knowledge).Aside from nature, her sources of inspiration extend to other creative women that surround her. “Their career achievements further my ambition and their support pushes me forward. I am lucky enough to count within my close circle such talented women as designer Silvana Azzi Heras, photographer Nikki To, producer Rachel Fung, CEO and founder Meggie Palmer and many more!”Between juggling clients, drawing and “nerding out”, it’s safe to say Adriana Picker is a busy woman - but she still manages to find ways to unwind in her every day. “At the moment I ride a citi bike to and from work in Dumbo. The path there is along the east river and takes me through some lovely parkland by the water. In the evening the glorious sun sets over Manhattan and I am reminded of living by the water in Sydney. I also really enjoy a nap.”A woman after our own heart.Discover more of Adriana Picker’s work on her website and shop our Lunar New Year 2020 Rose Body Oil Limited Edition and Activating Water Essence Limited Edition to take a piece of her work home.
Read more
AN INTERVIEW WITH PAULA JOYE
From journalist to editor of some of Australia's largest magazines, to content creator and founder of her own lifestyle website - The Joye - Paula Joye has racked up an impressive résumé. And with a career that spans more than 25 years, it's safe to say that Paula knows a thing or two about beauty and looking after one's skin. We sat down to find out what goes into her successful career, her top skin care advice and what natural beauty means to her.What does a day in the life of Paula Joye look like?There is nothing very typical about my days. How they play out comes down to the jigsaw of three key elements: family, work and the weather. However…in a perfect world: I’m up and out the door for a run by 6.30am. I love to exercise, it’s really important for my mental health as well as my body. It’s also my music time. If you see me running you just may also see me dancing in the street. Literally.Post workout, it's coffee (I make my own – this is a new thing – but I love saving $10 a day!) and then a shower. I take a product called ArmaForce (brilliant for immunity), powdered magnesium and collagen every day.My beauty routine is very simple. I use a serum – my current favourite is Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum, which is action-packed with antioxidants, a great way to start any day. I mix a shimmer highlighter in with my sunscreen and a little foundation, one coat of mascara, lip balm and I’m out the door.Then truly anything could happen. I could be MCing an event, styling a shoot, in a shoot, creating video, filming a television segment, at the supermarket, picking a child up from school, interviewing a celebrity, walking the dog, washing the clothes, flying to Paris…it’s the mix of my life that makes things so interesting.In the evening I like to be with my family. My favourite people. Eating, reading, sleeping – home is my haven. At night, I always, always, always take my makeup off and clean my skin with a gentle cleanser, then it’s a delicious hydration moisturiser like Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream. A couple of nights a week, I use nothing at all because I think it’s important to keep the skin regulated with natural oils. Paula Joye applying Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm You’re a busy woman and wear lots of different hats. How do you find balance in your life? Do you have a go-to activity for winding down?I don’t believe in balance. I think the notion places too much pressure on women. Just like happiness. Balance and joy should come as a by-product of living a life full of ups and downs.But when I need to relax I play the piano and sing. Magnesium salts in a very hot bath. Yoga. Red wine. Reality TV. And I take a huge amount of comfort from baking. Making a cake is like Sudoku. Methodical, rhythmical, mathematical – deeply satisfying.What have you learnt (good and bad) about beauty/skin care throughout your adult life?My mother was definitely ahead of her time when it came to sun protection. She never put her skin in the sun, and I have much to thank her for. She also taught me that simple was best when it comes to makeup and skin care. To be respectful of your genetics and let the body do its job.I guess the biggest change has been in the ingredients I look for when choosing products. Ageing skin needs more than just hydration, so I’ve gravitated toward brands that deliver noticeable results.I’ve learnt that not every product will suit everyone. I don’t do well with glycolic or vitamin C. You need to be honest about what works for your skin and stay in that lane. Too much shopping around and you’ll never reach your skin goals.I’ve learned to be consistent. Take off my makeup before bed. Everyday. Wear sunscreen. Everyday. Those two acts are fundamental to good skin.I also have fallen in love with face rollers. They are great for puffiness and bringing that critical blood flow to the skin. I keep mine in the fridge. And roll away while I read the newspaper and have my cup of coffee. Essential on long haul flights.What does natural beauty mean to you?Unworked hair, clear polished skin, shiny eyes. Well-worn denim jeans, white linen shirts, Jurlique Rose Body Oil, sunshine, salt water on your skin; flowers in a vase, a fresh mango…natural beauty is about making good choices, simplifying and being content with the hand you’ve drawn.What do you wish you’d learnt/ been told about the importance of using good skin care many years ago?The French are brilliant at teaching young women to care for their skin from a young age. Watch mothers and daughters on the streets of Paris and they're always talking. Skin care is cultural and handed down from generation to generation. It’s so smart because the earlier good habits are formed the better. The big thing I wish I’d known from a young age is that your face stops at the top of your boobs. And don’t forget the back of your hands. You must look after ALL of your skin. Paula Joye wearing black swimsuit and gold necklace next to wall At Jurlique we believe in pairing our customers with both a moisturiser and a serum to obtain optimal results. There can be some stigmas around what exactly a serum is, how do you use a serum, do you even need a serum? Based on your extensive experience as an Editor and Blogger, can you share some words with us around your thoughts on including a serum in your beauty/ skin care regime?I measure the health of my skin by how I look with no makeup in the morning light. The three things that help it stand up to this harsh test are hydration, sleep and an active serum. As you get older an active serum goes a long way in improving texture, tone and radiance.Made up of smaller molecules than a moisturiser or oil, serums penetrate the skin with a high concentration of active ingredients which target specific concerns like fine lines, hydration and pigmentation.Don’t confuse your favourite moisturiser with a serum. For optimum skin health you need regular application of each. Although both are great hydrators the key difference between the products is texture. Moisturisers are richer and work as barriers to keep hydration in and pollution out. While serums treat on a deeper level working actively rather than just protecting.What's your stand out product from the Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme range and why?For women who really care about natural ingredients and prefer botanical skin solutions the Jurlique Nutri-Define Supreme range is truly world class. The hero, Spilanthes Flower Extract which has been scientifically proven to increase skin’s collagen production, combines with antioxidants to minimise loss of elasticity, uneven skin tone and wrinkles. The result is brighter more even skin with improved texture and tone.My favourites: Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum because it’s so damn effective and I love the Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm for an indulgent but non-irritating eye cream.Care to share a beauty/skin care hack with us?Apply perfume to your pulse points - don’t spray it all over you like room freshener. It’s the base of the neck, base of the throat, inner elbow, behind the knees and then your circulatory system will do the rest.Discover more from Paula on her website, The Joye, or follow her on Instagram here.
Read more
HABITS FOR THE BEST NIGHT’S SLEEP
You’ve hit snooze three times already and still feel like you’ve only just dozed off. You shuffle your way to the bathroom with groggy eyes and bed hair hoping to wake yourself up with a shower, the endless skin care and makeup products on your counter and dose of caffeine. But it shouldn’t be your morning routine that wakes you up, but rather your night-time routine that should have you waking up feeling naturally refreshed and energised. Sleep expert Matthew Walker says in his book Why We Sleep that sleep enhances our experiences in the day, re-calibrates our emotions and helps our bodies better deal with stress. Here are our tips on the maximising the benefits of sleep so you don’t wake up wishing you had more sleep.Stay consistentYour body relies on predictability and functions better when a routine is set in place. Although it’s tricky to keep a regular sleep schedule, you need to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day (including weekends!). Don’t just take our word for it, Psychology professor J. Peterson says in his book 12 Rules for Life that in order to make your sleep more effective, it’s important to wake up at a consistent time for our mental health and well-being.A consistent night-time skin care routine will also help prevent signs of ageing. You don’t want to go to sleep with your pore’s clogged with the day’s gunk. Put on something comfy such as Elkie & Ark’s Organic Linen Robe to help you get unready for the night. Our Nutri-Define Supreme Cleansing Foam is perfect to kick start your sleep skin repair process. It gently sweeps away makeup and impurities with natural polishing beads to help encourage healthy cell turnover and leave your skin refreshed and perfectly cleansed for bed. A combination of a natural night cream and eye cream are perfect to have you waking up with glowing skin. Our Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream with its buttery texture will keep your skin hydrated and firm. The best eye cream for lines and puffiness is our Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm. Gently smooth it around your eye area to ensure bright and revitalised eyes in the morning.Use linen sheetsYou’re only as cosy as your sheets are, and nothing beats wrapping yourself in luxe fresh sheets. Beyond their softness and breathability, linen sheets are trans-seasonal and temperature-regulating so they’ll keep you cool in summer and warm in winter. The slightly abrasive nature of the fibres also increases your blood flow during sleep. Be careful when making the switch to organic linen sheets as some “organic” bedsheets have been processed with formaldehyde among other chemicals. Sleep better with sustainably made products such as Elkie & Ark’s Linen Sheets, which are free from toxic bleaches, dyes or softeners.Get in the zoneNo more late-night tech sessions, your bedroom should be a sanctuary for respite. Log out for the night and try to leave your phone and other distractions out of the room. To give your brain enough downtime, it’s best to not use anything with a screen at least an hour before bed. If you use your phone as an alarm, make sure to switch your phone to Sleep Mode or put it on silent.With its snooze-inducing properties, Lavender is perfect to help you fall asleep faster. Mist your face and pillowcase with our Lavender Hydrating Mist to soothe and calm your senses. For an extra dose of relaxation, add a couple of drops of our Lavender Pure Essential Oil into a diffuser and as the scent wafts throughout your space, you’ll be asleep before you know it.Caffeinate laterCoffee is an instant pick me up first thing in the morning to get you buzzing for the day. We all do it, but Naturopath/Nutritionist Tabitha at Awaken your Health says that doing this adds stress to your body. Help your body wake up and naturally reduce stress on your system by delaying caffeine until 10 am, and starting the day with a protein, low sugar meal.
Read more
THE ULTIMATE VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s no better time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day gifts for your partner. Whether you love it or hate it, a gift or doing something thoughtful is seen as a token of your love and appreciation – and this extends beyond the traditional ‘partner’. Come February 14th, throw the rulebook out the window and treat yourself or a friend to something, too.You can do so much better than a card. This year treat them to a gift they’ll cherish long after Valentine’s Day: naturally glowing skin. Read on to shop our edit of natural beauty gifts your partner will love under any budget.UNDER $50Essential OilHelp your partner harness the soothing and balancing effects of aromatherapy with our essential oil range. Combine our Harmony Blend Essential Oil with a carrier oil, set the mood with candles and music and give your partner a relaxing massage. Suitable for use with a burner or vaporiser, our essential oils are perfect for a luxurious at-home spa day. Go one step further and check out our guide to creating a relaxing spa day at home.Hand CreamYou can never go wrong with hand cream – they’re practical, smell amazing and keep your hands delectably soft. Our cult-favourite Rose Hand Cream adds an element of luxury to your day and will keep your partner’s hands soft, supple and smooth.UNDER $100Rosewater Balancing MistOne of our bestsellers, Rosewater Balancing Mist simultaneously refreshes, revitalises and hydrates the skin. A must have – your partner will thank you for it!Activating Water EssenceOur Activating Water Essence is THE signature Jurlique product. Our Activating Water Essence, conditions, energises, and activates the skin’s ability to retain moisture – keeping the skin supple and soft throughout the day. A bottle will last for months. For something extra special, consider gifting our Activating Water Essence Limited Edition.Rose Body OilTwo bottles of skin care products on top of granite coaster and magazine Help your partner develop a luxe full-body skin care routine with our Rose Body Oil . Rich in our signature Rosa Gallica extract, our body oil will deeply nourish your partner’s skin, leaving it soft, smooth and smelling divine.UNDER $150Herbal Recovery Signature SerumDon’t know your partner’s exact skin type? Our Herbal Recovery Signature Serum is suitable for all. Ultra-concentrated with Jurlique farm grown botanicals, this serum helps skin feel firmer, more supple, and delivers a renewed radiance to the complexion.Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Light & Rich CreamFor a luxurious take on anti-ageing, you can’t go wrong with our Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Light Cream. This lightweight cream sits flawlessly under makeup and delivers intense hydration for smooth radiant skin while also reducing the signs of ageing. For a night cream, our Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream is a rich luxurious cream that improves skin’s firmness.UNDER $200Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial SerumGive your partner hydrated, luminous skin at any age with this silky-smooth firming serum. Used morning and evening, it helps plumps the skin to reduce the appearance of lines and other signs of ageing.Jurlique Ultimate Signature FacialOne of the best Valentine’s Day beauty ideas is to treat your partner to a nourishing facial. With our Jurlique Signature Facial, your partner will be left feeling balanced with skin that visibly glows. Browse our spa menu, or head into a Jurlique store together and let your partner chose their treatment.OVER $250Rejuvenating Escape Treatment PackageSpoil your partner by gifting them with an indulgent treatment package they deserve. Our 165 minute Rejuvenating Escape package will have your partner looking and feeling rejuvenated after an aromatherapy full body massage and choice of any Jurlique Classic Signature Facial. Woman laying on towel receiving a spa facial Still not sure what to get your partner? Head to your nearest Jurlique store and our Jurlique Beauty Experts will guide you on the best products that’ll have your partner glowing from head to toe. Or grab a Jurlique Gift Card while you’re there and let your partner decide their choice of Jurlique skin care.
Read more
A GUIDE TO NATURAL VS. SYNTHETIC INGREDIENTS IN ANTI-AGEING SKIN CARE
As consumers we’re becoming more switched on than ever about what we’re putting onto our skin. In the beauty sphere, the course of natural skin care in Australia has boomed. When it comes to anti-ageing skin care, it can be difficult picking the right product(s) and regimen that’s best for you, let alone working out if you’re team natural or team synthetic. Is organic skin care really better? Are natural ingredients less powerful? What are safe synthetics?Here’s our guide to answer some of those questions about natural skin care vs synthetic skin care and also go through the best ingredients for anti-ageing. NATURAL ANTI-AGEING INGREDIENTS FOR SKIN To have a product boast being natural is alluring without a doubt. But it’s important to be wary as not all-natural ingredients are good, non-GMO or ethically sourced. At Jurlique we take the uncompromising task to preserve the integrity of nature and challenge what’s possible form natural skin care.AntioxidantsAntioxidants are a broad category of natural ingredients and include essential fatty acids like Rosehip Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. All of these ingredients boost collagen naturally, aid moisture retention and fight environmental aggressors. Grapeseed oil reduces fine lines, Avocado Oil nurtures the skin, while Rosehip Oil is rich in essential fatty acids and known for its restorative properties. You can find this antioxidant-rich blend of botanical oils in our Herbal Recovery Antioxidant Face Oil. A few drops mixed in with your moisturisers will revitalise your complexion and minimise the first signs of ageing.Plant extractsPreserving the integrity of nature by harnessing potent plant extracts for skin is at the heart of what we do at Jurlique. This is why we use our Bio-Intrinsic™ method, an alchemistic process that involves three stages where all the powerful ingredients from plants and herbs are extracted - the essence and life force of the plant is captured to deliver a magnified plant extract powerful enough to enhance the beauty of your skin.Our Herbal Recovery Eye Cream harnesses potent plant extracts and is clinically proven to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.iThe Yarrow Extract from our Jurlique farm in our Herbal Recovery Signature Serum also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a firmer, smoother, and more youthful appearance.Advanced natural technologiesAs we get older, a targeted skin care routine is essential. At Jurlique we challenge the orthodoxies of natural skin care by fusing science and natural ingredients to create high performing, potent skin care for healthy beautiful skin.With our new reformulated anti-ageing Nutri-Define range, we fuse our most advanced, next generation Biosome6 Technology with the power of nature. Our Biosome6 Technology is an exclusive Jurlique liposome that delivers active natural ingredients deeper into the layers of ageing skin. 75% of women said their skin was more visibly youthful and 89% noticed a visible improvement in overall appearance of skin.iiSkin superfoodsThis category includes natural ingredients that are so effective they deserve a mention. Spilanthes extract helps promote collagen production, making it a powerful anti-ageing ingredient. Horseradish also boosts collagen production and helps minimise the appearance of skin discolouration. With 1-2 pumps of our Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum followed by Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm and your choice of either Nutri-Define Supreme Restorative Rich Cream or Light Cream, these key ingredients will target key ageing concerns like loss of elasticity, uneven skin tone and wrinkles leaving you with luminous, redefined, youthful skin. Open skin care bottles sitting on a grey counter SYNTHETIC INGREDIENTS Using synthetic ingredients is almost inevitable. Ingredients with SPF, glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid have become staples in many skincare rituals. Here are some good synthetic ingredients you can look out for:RetinolRetinol is a synthetic Vitamin A derivative effective on stimulating collagen, cell turnover and reversing signs of ageing. Start with low concentration to avoid skin irritation. It’s important to note that retinol increases your skin’s sensitivity to sun, so make sure to wear a good SPF during the day. Products containing retinol are unsafe to use during pregnancy.EnzymesAHAs like glycolic acids and BHAs like salicylic acid both act to fight dullness and textured skin. It’s all about experimentation - start small with acids because if they’re overused, they can cause skin irritation and chemical burns. Low concentrations of AHA can be used during pregnancy, but BHAs in general should be avoided. THE BOTTOM LINE Some synthetic ingredients certainly offer anti-ageing benefits, but rest assured there are plenty of natural alternatives that are equally, if not more, effective. There’s no rule saying you can’t use both. They key is to make sure all ingredients you use on your skin are safe, effective and scientifically backed.
Read more
THE 10 BEAUTY TIPS YOU SHOULD IGNORE
If you spent the early ‘00s plucking your eyebrows into an almost non-existence, if you’ve ever overdone it with the fake tan in a bid to look healthier, or you’ve heated your eyelash curlers with a hairdryer for extra-long eyelashes, chances are you’ve followed some bad beauty advice in your time. We’ve all been there and with the beauty world being full of conflicting information, it’s hard to know who or what to believe. Plus, beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all and what works for you may not work for someone else with a different skin or hair type. From the radical to the ridiculous, here are ten basic beauty tips you should ignore. USE COCONUT OIL AS A MAKEUP REMOVERCoconut oil has been hailed as something of a multi-tasking miracle beauty product in the past few years – something that can be used on everything from your skin to your hair – but beauty experts have warned against it being used as a makeup remover. Coconut oil is highly comedogenic, which means it can’t penetrate the pores, and can lead to everything from dry skin to clogged pores and breakouts, particularly for those with acne-prone skin. SKIP MOISTURISER IF YOU HAVE OILY SKINWhile many people think that having oily skin is reason enough to skip moisturiser, it can actually have an adverse effect on your skin, as skin produces excess oil when it’s dehydrated. Whatever your skin type, using a balancing day care cream will not only help hydrate your skin, it will also provide protection against the environmental aggressors and help smooth skin. Woman applying moisturiser to face SHAMPOO YOUR HAIR TWICEWhen lathering up in the shower, shampooing your hair twice is only strictly necessary for those who use a lot of products and gels; otherwise a single – and thorough - lather with a nourishing shampoo will do the job just fine. LIGHTEN YOUR SKIN WITH LEMONSSince lemon juice has a highly acidic quality, using it in your skin isn’t a good idea. As well as causing skin irritation, lemon juice can lead to hyperpigmentation and sensitivity to the sun. After luminous-looking skin? Opt for a skin brightening cream instead. WEAR A LIP LINER THAT’S A FEW SHADES DARKER THAN YOUR LIPSTICKOne of the ‘90s most memorable make-up trends was a nude lip paired with a much darker liner, and while the look has since phased out, many remain unsure of what colour liner to wear. Beauty experts recommend that the golden rule is to choose a liner that is just one shade darker than your lipstick, for a perfectly plump finish. DAB TOOTHPASTE ON PIMPLES TO DRY THEM OUTAn age-old method that many people think helps get rid of spots, applying toothpaste to the effected area can actually cause redness and peeling. Products designed specifically for use on acne and facial skin are a much safer bet. HEAT UP YOUR EYELASH CURLER WITH A HAIR DRYERWhile heated eyelash curlers are used by many for some added va-va-voom in the lash department, heating your eyelash curlers with a hair dryer can damage your lashes and may even cause them to fall out. Stick with a lash-lengthening mascara for some extra lash appeal. EXFOLIATE EVERY TIME YOU CLEANSEWhile cleansing should be a key part of your daily skin care routine, exfoliating every day can strip the skin of natural oils which can in turn lead to break outs. If your skin is normal or oily, exfoliate two to three times a week with a gentle formula such as our Daily Exfoliating Cream; if it’s sensitive, just once a week is enough. FAKE A TAN WITH A DARKER SHADE OF FOUNDATIONWearing a darker shade of foundation to give the impression of a tan is a big beauty no-no. If you want to create a sun-kissed glow, beauty experts recommend matching your skin tone to your foundation and building up deeper colour with a good quality, mineral-based bronzer.
Read more