ONCA: PROTECTION IN A SACHET

The new beauty and health supplement ONÇA has 21 natural ingredients, one of its many unique ingredients is Buriti, which is the best fruit for producing beta-carotene which is proven to directly help protect the skin from harmful sun rays, and there is no better oral substance.

To understand the importance of beta-carotene is to get into science I am afraid!

In short it is the main safe dietary source of vitamin A which is essential for normal growth and development, immune system function and vision. It quenches singlet oxygen, a reactive molecule that is generated in the skin by exposure to the Sun which can induce precancerous changes in cells. Singlet oxygen is capable of triggering free radical chain reactions. Onça has antioxidant properties such as Beta-Carotene that help the body to neutralise free radicals – reactive and highly energised molecules which are formed through normal biochemical reactions, or through exogenous sources such as air pollution or cigarette smoke. Free radicals can damage lipids in cell membranes as well as the genetic material in cells, and the resulting damage may lead to the development of cancers.

The fact is that the Sun is our greatest life source but at the same time it is responsible for oxidation in our skin cells, it is the anti-oxidants in Onca from these super-fruits that provide the best possible oral protection.

OTHER BENEFITS:
·         Camu Camu has anti-inflammatory and anti –allergic properties, fighting free radicals
·         Assists in the cleansing of body from the inside out, putting life back it to hair and skin.
·         Vitamin C has been proven to help us feel less stressed
·         Aids the body to absorb Iron – assisting in the synthesis of collagen
·         Helps intestinal function
·         The large concentration of Calcium is important for healthy teeth and bones
·         High levels of Vitamin B1, helping to ensure the nervous system functions efficiently

ONÇA consists of two drinks a day, one in the morning and one in the evening. While the morning supplement will provide you with all the nutrients you need to keep you energized, the evening dose supports the body’s recovery and beautifies as you sleep supporting the skins renewal with its collagen boosting abilities whilst also supporting the hair, nails and nerves.I recommend taking it with a really tasty smoothie full of more super-fruits for that extra boost!

L’OCCITANE INTRODUCE NEW ALMOND PRODUCTS FOR SPRING!

Launching this Spring, the new L’Occitane Almond collection offers an indulgent solution for a firmer body and smoother skin:

Shower Scrub
A light gel enriched with fine exfoliating particles of almond shells that prepares the skin for application of the firming products

Shaping Delight
The new shaping delight is a fresh and deliciously smooth gel-cream that refines and resculpts the figure. Its formula is rich in powerful natural active ingredients that act in several ways to resculpt, firm and tone.

Beautiful Shape
A formula enriched with a cocktail of active ingredients including a new micro-exfoliating lemon extract to effectively smooth the skin and combat cellulite on the thighs.

Available from L’Occitane stores and L’Occitane.com

BEAUTY AT COCOSA

Leading designer flash sales site Cocosa are delving into the beauty market with the launch of Beauty at Cocosa! The site offers premium brands at exclusive price points, with new beauty sales opening throughout the week at 7am. You have to hurry though, as with all Cocosa sales each range is available for a limited time only and once it’s gone, it’s gone!

Expert beauty buyer Felicity Hunt handpicked some of the best products for the launch; brands include Hersheson, Nail Girls, Vita Liberata, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, Oskia, St Tropez, Essie, and the exclusive UK launch of BITE Beauty.

“We have worked hard to ensure our range represents the quality and exclusivity that Cocosa customers are accustomed to. Our aim is that women will be able to come to us for all their lifestyle needs, and shop for their weekend outfit and top-to-toe beauty all at the same time.

SNOW WHITE & THE HUNTSMAN MAKE UP PALETTE

Snow White & the Huntsman is one of my must see films of the year! To celebrate the launch of this timeless fairytale classic, Universal Films has selected diego dalla palma as the only official cosmetics partner.

diego dalla palma has created a magical palette containing a beautiful collection of six easily blendable eyeshadows inspired by the battleground adventure, as well as a lipstick and eye pencil.
Three beautiful eyeshadow shimmers and three complementing matte shades:  Snow, Shield, Mirror Mirror, Fairest,  Destiny and Battleground.  To complete the look The Wicked Queen Lipstick in vivid blood red, and Dark Night eye pencil in darkest black.

This set will be available exclusively online at Tesco Direct from May and available in Tesco stores from June 2012 for £25 (value of £105)!

HOW TO… AT HOME MANI/PEDI

I’ve been doing my own nails for most of my life, I worked in a boutique nail salon for a couple of years when I was younger and have mani/pedi/acrylic-ed my nails myself ever since. About 2 years ago I stopped the acrylic overlays due to my nails becoming extremely dry and brittle, since then I’ve given myself a mani/pedi every couple of weeks and my nails have come on leaps and bounds! Here’s a How To… to get your nails right, at home.

1. Remove any old nail polish using a nail polish remover that’s kind to your nails i.e. for brittle nails, soft nails, nourishing, etc.

2. Apply Orly Cutique to the cuticles, leaving it for 30-60 seconds

3. Push cuticles back using a cuticle pusher or an orange stick

4. Clip cuticles using cuticle clipper (you can use the curved scissors but I much prefer using the clippers, so much easier)

5. Shape the free edge of your nail, then rinse hands thoroughly

6. Apply a coat of Orly Top 2 Bottom to each nail

7. Apply two even coats of your desired colour to each nail, on this occasion I’m going to use Hidden Treasure from Topshop

8. Follow up with a coat of Orly Top 2 Bottom, then apply a coat of Orly In A Snap quick dry top coat to each nail

9. Marvel at your deliciously manicured nails!!!

Follow this routine every two weeks and you’ll have wonderful natural nails in no time!