Ok I don't encourage blatent advertising just for the sake of it and seen as I don't get paid by these big boy businesses to rave about their products I usually don't both. But every so often I believe in giving credit where credit is due.
False Lash Effect is superb!
Seriously, I have just this second undone the wrapping on the plump little stick and put it on my lashes and one coat is enough! I am a bit of a mascara floozy to be honest, never really sticking with the same one twice because I feel short changed after believing the hype of double length lashes and flirty lashes etc etc...
This, this is different its meaningful and its love at first sight. The brush is huge meaning it doesn't clump like its other less than perfect counterparts and when they say black it really is black not some wishy washy kinda dark grey this is like ink.
Anyway I will shut up before I sound like I am being paid, but seriously.....try it! Cheryl Cole eat your lashes out!
Wednesday, 21 October 2009
Tuesday, 16 June 2009
A stress free day starts with time in loo
It has long been suggested that your bathroom is the one room in the house that can act as a haven away from the stresses of daily life.
To mark the start of their Chill It! campaign, Manchester-based charity Hope, who work with people and families who are effected by depression, have published extensive research which suggests that you don’t need to lock yourself in the bathroom for hours surrounded by champagne, candles and Chopin to feel the benefits of the bathroom.
The research, which was undertaken by students at the Eastbridge hospital in Manchester and Newmoor hospital in Bristol, suggests that people who spend at least ten minutes sat on the toilet reading a book or doodling, are less likely to go on to suffer from stress-related symptoms than people who use the bathroom only for its intended purpose.
Over 200 people across Manchester and Bristol took part in the experiment. They were hooked up to blood pressure and stress monitors for seven days.
Half were then asked to spend at least ten minutes sat on the toilet reading. Those who spent the full ten minutes or more sat reading, had at least an 8% overall lower blood pressure reading than those who had spent less time in the bathroom.
Those who spent over 20minutes reading on the toilet had an overall decrease of blood pressure reading of 14%
The research also suggests that people who spend longer than normal sat on the toilet are often the most creative. Further surveys carried out across the UK found that other than reading people have start writing novels, come up with baby names and inspirations for new inventions.
Dr Allbright, Head of Psychology at Eastbridge hospital who over saw the research said: “Although it may seem like a ridiculous experiment to undertake, the findings are significant and do have a serious side, in a fast pace society, if something as simple as reading while on the toilet can decrease the symptoms of stress then this shows that small lifestyle changes really can be helpful to those prone to stress and anxiety.”
Fourteen million people in the UK currently suffer from stress or related illnesses. It is thought that stress is a trigger for over 15% of strokes that occur every year. Stress is also a major cause of depression and anxiety with over 30% of people diagnosed with depression having suffered stress induced panic attacks prior to being diagnosed.
Lisa Smale, Communications Manager for Hope said: “Stress, particularly in the current economic climate is a very real fact. People are increasingly worrying about their job security and this obviously has a knock on effect on health. At Hope we have always believed in promoting serious issues in a way people can relate too. These findings prove that a small thing we all do really can help us lower our stress levels.”
Hope’s public information campaign Chill It! will run throughout April. Working in conjunction with depression centres around the UK Hope will be promoting the campaign nationwide over the bank holiday weekend where a collection of especially commissioned ‘Chill It Pods’ will be erected in some of the UK`s busiest shopping centres and airports.
Members of the public will be welcomed by human stress balls into a completely stress free environment. Information material produced by Hope will be available as well as bookable appointments with medical professionals who will be there to give help and advice on the signs and symptoms of stress.
Further details on stress-related illnesses are available on the Hope website. A special edition of the Hope Network Newsletter, giving information on stress and what the charity are currently campaigning for, is available from health centres and surgeries across the UK, as well as a downloadable version from the website.
www.hopeishere.co.uk
**END**
To mark the start of their Chill It! campaign, Manchester-based charity Hope, who work with people and families who are effected by depression, have published extensive research which suggests that you don’t need to lock yourself in the bathroom for hours surrounded by champagne, candles and Chopin to feel the benefits of the bathroom.
The research, which was undertaken by students at the Eastbridge hospital in Manchester and Newmoor hospital in Bristol, suggests that people who spend at least ten minutes sat on the toilet reading a book or doodling, are less likely to go on to suffer from stress-related symptoms than people who use the bathroom only for its intended purpose.
Over 200 people across Manchester and Bristol took part in the experiment. They were hooked up to blood pressure and stress monitors for seven days.
Half were then asked to spend at least ten minutes sat on the toilet reading. Those who spent the full ten minutes or more sat reading, had at least an 8% overall lower blood pressure reading than those who had spent less time in the bathroom.
Those who spent over 20minutes reading on the toilet had an overall decrease of blood pressure reading of 14%
The research also suggests that people who spend longer than normal sat on the toilet are often the most creative. Further surveys carried out across the UK found that other than reading people have start writing novels, come up with baby names and inspirations for new inventions.
Dr Allbright, Head of Psychology at Eastbridge hospital who over saw the research said: “Although it may seem like a ridiculous experiment to undertake, the findings are significant and do have a serious side, in a fast pace society, if something as simple as reading while on the toilet can decrease the symptoms of stress then this shows that small lifestyle changes really can be helpful to those prone to stress and anxiety.”
Fourteen million people in the UK currently suffer from stress or related illnesses. It is thought that stress is a trigger for over 15% of strokes that occur every year. Stress is also a major cause of depression and anxiety with over 30% of people diagnosed with depression having suffered stress induced panic attacks prior to being diagnosed.
Lisa Smale, Communications Manager for Hope said: “Stress, particularly in the current economic climate is a very real fact. People are increasingly worrying about their job security and this obviously has a knock on effect on health. At Hope we have always believed in promoting serious issues in a way people can relate too. These findings prove that a small thing we all do really can help us lower our stress levels.”
Hope’s public information campaign Chill It! will run throughout April. Working in conjunction with depression centres around the UK Hope will be promoting the campaign nationwide over the bank holiday weekend where a collection of especially commissioned ‘Chill It Pods’ will be erected in some of the UK`s busiest shopping centres and airports.
Members of the public will be welcomed by human stress balls into a completely stress free environment. Information material produced by Hope will be available as well as bookable appointments with medical professionals who will be there to give help and advice on the signs and symptoms of stress.
Further details on stress-related illnesses are available on the Hope website. A special edition of the Hope Network Newsletter, giving information on stress and what the charity are currently campaigning for, is available from health centres and surgeries across the UK, as well as a downloadable version from the website.
www.hopeishere.co.uk
**END**
Monday, 8 June 2009
Skincare company shortlisted for award
A Cornish skincare company is celebrating after being shortlisted for a prestigious UK beauty award.
Chi Organic Skin Care which is based in Truro Cornwall has been shortlisted by industry professionals for the Organic Category of the UK Health and Beauty Awards.
To qualify for this category all entrants must show evidence that their products are entirely natural and locally sourced.
Chi will be competing against six other brands who have also been nominated these include the boutique salon Foo in Manchester, Red Cosmetics in Bristol and Prime Skincare in Liverpool.
Mary Winchester, founder of Chi said: "This is a huge achievement for us, we are a very small team and this is only our second year in business, to gain recognition for our products at this stage is wonderful."
The beauty awards will be held on July 27 in Excel London.
Chi Organic specialise in producing organic, chemical free beauty products suitable for everyone but in particular those with sensitive skin.
They have a small shop on the family run farm and a newly launched website.
Chi have recently introduced a range for babies and children and this includes the introduction of 100% hypoallergenic silk and bamboo towels and children's bathrobes .
For more information on the products available please visit www.chiorganic.co.uk or phone 089 013 321
Chi Organic Skin Care which is based in Truro Cornwall has been shortlisted by industry professionals for the Organic Category of the UK Health and Beauty Awards.
To qualify for this category all entrants must show evidence that their products are entirely natural and locally sourced.
Chi will be competing against six other brands who have also been nominated these include the boutique salon Foo in Manchester, Red Cosmetics in Bristol and Prime Skincare in Liverpool.
Mary Winchester, founder of Chi said: "This is a huge achievement for us, we are a very small team and this is only our second year in business, to gain recognition for our products at this stage is wonderful."
The beauty awards will be held on July 27 in Excel London.
Chi Organic specialise in producing organic, chemical free beauty products suitable for everyone but in particular those with sensitive skin.
They have a small shop on the family run farm and a newly launched website.
Chi have recently introduced a range for babies and children and this includes the introduction of 100% hypoallergenic silk and bamboo towels and children's bathrobes .
For more information on the products available please visit www.chiorganic.co.uk or phone 089 013 321
Health Spa introduces new line of anti-aging towels
An eco friendly health farm in Cornwall has decided to go one step further in their quest to provide their guests with luxury.
To up their quest in providing a totally eco friendly luxury stay for guests, Meadway Health Farm and Day Spa in Cornwall have introduced a line of 100% organic silk and bamboo towels, bathrobes and headwraps to their online shop.
Last year the health spa became the first in England to offer silk and bamboo towels to guests and they have now secured an exclusive deal with their suppliers to be the first spa in the UK to sell them through their online shop.
The idea to introduce the luxury range to the salon was the brainchild of Paul and Jenny Metcaff, owners of Meadway after a trip to a spa in California last year.
Jenny said: "Before our trip last year if someone were to tell me that bamboo could feel anything other than drying myself with twigs I would have laughed but as soon as I wrapped myself in the towel I didn't want to take it off, its unbelievably soft."
Silk-based towels and bedlinen have been used in Asia for many centuries and it is believed that they provide essential amino acids which help to reduce aging to the skin. The towels are 100% hypoallergenic and even more absorbent than cotton.
Due to the fact that there has been no suppliers in the UK the spa has been using a supplier in China.
"We spent sometime in sourcing the towels from both an ethical and organic supplier and we have found a wonderful supplier in China who we have visited on many occasions ourselves." said Paul.
As soon as we started using the towels during treatments we had requests from guests about purchasing them for their own bathroom, unfortunately, until now, we have not been in the position to sell them.
To celebrate the new luxury range the spa will be offering all guests a set of complementary towels when they book during April.
For further information regarding Meadway Health Farm and Day Spa please visit the website www.meadwayhf.org or phone 0170 890 890.
To up their quest in providing a totally eco friendly luxury stay for guests, Meadway Health Farm and Day Spa in Cornwall have introduced a line of 100% organic silk and bamboo towels, bathrobes and headwraps to their online shop.
Last year the health spa became the first in England to offer silk and bamboo towels to guests and they have now secured an exclusive deal with their suppliers to be the first spa in the UK to sell them through their online shop.
The idea to introduce the luxury range to the salon was the brainchild of Paul and Jenny Metcaff, owners of Meadway after a trip to a spa in California last year.
Jenny said: "Before our trip last year if someone were to tell me that bamboo could feel anything other than drying myself with twigs I would have laughed but as soon as I wrapped myself in the towel I didn't want to take it off, its unbelievably soft."
Silk-based towels and bedlinen have been used in Asia for many centuries and it is believed that they provide essential amino acids which help to reduce aging to the skin. The towels are 100% hypoallergenic and even more absorbent than cotton.
Due to the fact that there has been no suppliers in the UK the spa has been using a supplier in China.
"We spent sometime in sourcing the towels from both an ethical and organic supplier and we have found a wonderful supplier in China who we have visited on many occasions ourselves." said Paul.
As soon as we started using the towels during treatments we had requests from guests about purchasing them for their own bathroom, unfortunately, until now, we have not been in the position to sell them.
To celebrate the new luxury range the spa will be offering all guests a set of complementary towels when they book during April.
For further information regarding Meadway Health Farm and Day Spa please visit the website www.meadwayhf.org or phone 0170 890 890.
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