Showing posts with label Beauty. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Beauty. Show all posts

Friday, April 13, 2012

Benefits of Almond‏

Happy Friday!

Almonds are one of the most nutritious of all nuts, they are rich in vitamins and minerals that help build a healthy heart, especially vitamin E. And these little nutrient nuggets are cholesterol free, adding almonds to your diet is a great way to keep that risk under control.

I just recently bought Almond Milk, Almond Butter and Almond Oil after reading all the benefits Almonds has to offer for good health. I’ve always eaten raw almonds as a snack and can’t get enough! So after trying Almond Butter on my toast in the mornings, I fell in love even more. I actually like it more than peanut butter now! I have found a little nutritional facts of adding Almond into your diet. Read on...


Benefits of Almond Milk
Almond milk is great for those who are lactose intolerant, because it doesn't contain any lactose. Almond milk also contains no soy, so it's good for those who suffer from soy allergies. Because almond milk doesn't contain casein, a milk protein that's chemically similar to gluten, almond milk is appropriate for those who suffer from gluten allergies.

Benefits Almond Butter
Almond butter is simply made of almonds, crushed up and smoothed into a delicious spread. Almond butter is a good source of protein; it's packed with monounsaturated fats, which are good for the heart, and helps to control blood sugar. It can be found in the health food section of most grocery stores.

 
Benefits of Almond Oil
Almond oil can be used for beauty and health purposes. There are numerous benefits of almond oil. Read on to find about the secrets of almond oil.

Almond oil is a rich source of vitamin E and is beneficial in many ways. Almonds have high contents of fats. Raw almond oil enhances the taste of the food including salads, grains and toasts. Besides being a nutritious food, almonds have many cosmetic benefits. Almond oil is pale yellow in colour and it is extracted from almond kernels. Apart from vitamin E it also contains vitamin D and other nutritious components.

Almond oil for the skin
Sweet almond oil is one of the most popular
essential oils used in aromatherapy. Pure almond oil can be used as carrier oil in aromatherapy or massage therapy. Almond oil is suitable for any skin type. You do not have to worry how it will react on your skin type. The benefits of almond oil for the skin, improves complexion and retains glow, moisturises better and deeper, soothes skin irritation and inflammation, delays ageing process, lightens dark circles, relieves dry and itching skin, nourishes the skin. Makes it smooth and soft and cures chapped lips and body rashes. Beautiful skin will be no more just a dream.

Almond oil for the hair
Pour a few drops of almond oil in your palm. Dip your fingertips and apply gently on your scalp. Massage slowly in small circular motions and feel the comfort .Almond oil adds luster to the hair making them healthy. Due to cosmetic benefits of sweet almond oil it is used in many beauty treatments. Some benefits of almond oil nourishes hair and smoothes hair cuticles, makes hair long, strong and thick, massaging with almond oil adds shine to the hair and controls hair fall.

Almond oil for the health
Eating raw almonds can give you innumerable health benefits. There are many other uses of almond oil. Consuming almond oil is beneficial for digestive system. When used in aromatherapy it has calming and cleansing effects. Almond oil also releases pain. It is used as an effective painkiller. Some health benefits of almond oil regular consumption of almond oil helps reduce cholesterol, nourishes the brain and nervous system, enhances intellectuality and endurance and application of almond oil provides relief to strained muscles

Now that the cat is out of the bag, you can use almond oil daily and add it to your hair care and skin care routine. Let a few drops of almond oil work like a magic spell to transform you into a more beautiful you.


Benefits of Raw Almonds
Eating almonds raw by the handful is the easiest way to obtain all of their healthful benefits. Almonds supply a wealth of essential nutrients required for good health. Almonds are a satisfying snack by themselves and make a delicious addition to foods such as salads, desserts, snack mixes, rice pilaf, yogurt, and poultry or fish entrees.

Hope you have a lovely weekend my social friends :)
Amanda xo

Sunday, January 22, 2012

The Beauty Sample Box

I have found so many Australian beauty sample boxes delivered straight to your door to try for no more than $15 every month! The idea behind a beauty sample box is to have a personalised selection of beauty products delivered to your door every month. You get to try the latest and greatest products, and often save a fortune as the items you receive usually far outweigh the price you pay for the subscription.

What a great deal, they all seem to supply amazing high-end, on-trend and specialist niche brands. Most of the services work the same way and cost about the same, so picking the right one for you may just come down to the brands they have.

The below breakdowns will help you to find what suits you. 


Glossybox

The Glossybox service gives you a mix of 5 deluxe samples and miniature products from well known local and international brands.

Price: $14.95 per month (including delivery)

Brands: Bobbi Brown, Essie, Calvin Klein Fragrances, Australis Cosmetics, Bio-Oil, Biotherm, Clinique, Garnier, Illamasqua, Jurlique, John Frieda, Sally Hansen, Shiseido, Shu Uemera, Thalgo, YSL, Gorgeous Cosmetics, Carmex, Tigi.

Packaging: A soft pink hard box with the goods wrapped in tissue paper and a ribbon. Great for reusing as storage. 


NEW: Glossybox for MEN A selection of grooming 6-8 luxury products, starts in January for $19.95 (incl. delivery) per quarter.



Beauty Basket


The Beauty Basket is developed by the team behind Just Be magazine, you will receive 5 luxe beauty samples each month that have been featured in the magazine.


Price: $15 per month (including delivery)


Brands: A’kin, Australia, Derma Research, Elizabeth Arden, Imperial Leather, Yes To, Narciso Rodriguez.


Packaging: Items come in a real basket. A cute idea and reusable for packaging other gifts.


Special Offer: Sign up for 3 months and receive a FREE 12 month subscription to Just Be magazine. Also available as a 6 month subscription.



Lust Have It!

The Lust Have It! supply high-end and boutique products hand picked for you to try of 5-6 premium size beauty and skincare samples each month.


Price: $14.95 per month or $160 annual membership (including delivery)


Brands: Kosmea, Evo, Moxie, Glasshouse Fragrances, Nude By Nature, Roc, MD Formulations, Decleor, Lush, Taut, Laura Mercier, OPI, Kérastase Paris, Burt’s Bees, Dermalogica, Lancome, Naked Tan, Mirenesse, Urban Ritualle, Bio Effect, Pure Fiji.
Packaging: A branded eco-friendly white cardboard box with tissue paper wrapping.


Special Offers: 6 month subscriptions are now available for $89.

"discover what works for you"


Bellabox


From Bellabox they handpick 5 of the most luxurious beauty products to hit the market.


Price: $15 per month or $165 annual membership (including delivery)


Brands: A’Kin, Alpha-H, American Crew, Batiste Dry Shampoo, Avene, Elemis, Erborian, Eylure, Gatineau, Givenchy Parfums, Kenzo, Kosmea, Lancome, Milk & Co, Napoleon Perdis, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics (OCC), Ozotic, Panda Pen, Savoir Fair, Wine Wipes.


Packaging: A branded tan and green hard board box with the goods wrapped in tissue paper. 

Bellabox for Men are handpicked and deliver 6-8 of the best grooming products to hit the market, $30 subscription per quarter.




I Love This Box


I Love This Box offers 4-5 small size luxury beauty products. You'll receive anything from skincare and makeup to cult beauty tools, from well-known brands as well as emerging gems.


Price: $14.95 per month or $164 annual membership (including delivery)


Brands: Nvey Eco, Pod, Ahava, Magnolia Silver Jewellery, Elizabeth Arden, Essie, Caudalie, Decleor, Elixir, Revlon, Smashbox, Lancôme, Chanel, Soy Lites.


Packaging: A branded white hard board box with the goods wrapped in tissue paper. 



Do you subscribe to any beauty sample boxes? What are your thoughts on this service? Let me know by commenting below, would like to subscribe and I don't know which one...




Amanda xo

Thursday, January 12, 2012

MOR Products

One of the beauty scented products I came across recently is by MOR Cosmetics. They supply exquisite products from scented candles, body butter, fragrance, lip gloss, soaps, hand cream, hand & body lotion and many more.  My favourite scent is the marshmallow collection, smells delicious!  Great for gift ideas to a special someone.
 Marshmallow Collection
 MOR Emporium Candle, Oolong Tea


MOR Lip Balm


MOR Little Luxuries perfume oil

If you shop MOR online and spend over $20, you will receive a selection of Free samples
Stockist World Wide – Australia, United States, Canada & New Zealand


Amanda xo
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