Gems spring underfoot While your eye may be drawn upwards to bright young leaves and enchanting blossom, it’s worth checking out what’s underfoot for your spring skincare. There were 8 real spring gems on my recent walk, but only half of them were things I’d use in skincare – can you guess which 4? 1.…
Feverfew – nourishes dry skin and treats pimples and blemishes Nasturtium – helps strengthen hair or provide a restorative bath Calendula – for sunburn and sensitive skin Lemon Balm – a soothing and astringent cleanser Jasmine – for sunstroke and headaches, as well as being an aphrodisiac Rosemary – circulatory stimulant that improves scalp and…
Honeysuckle – helps treat rashes and sores Blackberry leaves – full of vitality to brighten skin Marshmallow – soothes and softens skin Valerian – a relief for nervous exhaustion, grown in monasteries as a spice and perfume Comfrey – tones and cleanses problematic skin Limeflowers – soothes skin and smoothes wrinkles Red clover – calms…
This is the ritual I perform each midsummer, going to the hedgerows to say thank you for all they give us.
Roses are the classic flower of midsummer and our most adored scent. Gentle, romantic and heavenly. As well as an enchanting fragrance, roses are great for hydrating and nourishing our skin and are particularly helpful for mature or dry skin. Make the most of the abundance of beautiful roses at this time of the year…
