Nutrition Definitely Rocks !

While surfing through the web one of the Recognise staff stumbled on Nutrition Rocks and felt compelled to share it with everyone. Once actually going through the site myself, I understood why, this is a place where people who really want to live a healthier lifestyle and believe in the notion 'If you look good, you feel good' would really appreciate.

BRUSHING AWAY SUMMER SKIN BLUES

EcoTools® introduces a brand new brush to its environmentally friendly accessories portfolio for summer!

The Retractable Kabuki Brush  is made out of recycled aluminium at a price of £12.99 and are available from Boots, Tesco & Superdrug nationwide. The brush is ideal for applying bronzer or face powder.

The cute retractable case makes it a great travel accessory, keeping the bristles in perfect condition and ensuring no unsightly powder marks on expensive linings.

EcoTools® unbelievably soft cosmetic brushes are one of the first to use sustainable resources to minimise the negative effect on the environment: from bamboo handles to cruelty-free, high performance taklon bristles and recycled aluminium ferrules.

Even the packaging is earth-friendly, as they come in forward-thinking reusable pouches.

You're officially invited.....

See you there !

Dr. Hauschka adds to it's hall of fame and has won the 'Best Natural Brand' in the Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards 2010 !

Dr.Hauschka has been described as 'one of the hottest brands to flaunt right now' by The Sumday Times, which echoes further awards that the brand has won in the past year including 'Best Mascara' and 'Cleansing FaceMask' in the Natural Health and Beauty Awards, and no less than 11 wins in the world renowned Green Beauty Bible.

LOVE + ART

Check out this new organic bodycare range, LOVE + ART.

The beautifully nourishing, delicately scented products, which include floral waters, body washes, body milks and bath oils, are all made from plants and flowers carefully yielded in tune with nature, that support, rather than alter, the local eco-structure.

FLUTTER FOR INFECTION

A study from the Eye care Trust has shown that Improper use and storage of fake eyelashes poses a health risk as dirt and bacteria can easily be transferred onto your eyelids and the cornea (the front surface of your eyeball).

Are false eye lashes really worth it? Especially when using them can lead to eye infections and in the most serious cases result in permanent sight loss. No thank we would rather invest in a great mascara and keep our sight! =)


Iain Anderson, Chairman of the Eye care Trust said:

“Failing to follow a good hygiene routine when wearing false lashes puts you at risk of suffering irritation and nasty eye infections such as conjunctivitis and bacterial keratitis.”


“Common symptoms of these eye infections include: red, sore or gritty eyes; a watery discharge; sensitivity to the light; headaches; blurred vision and in severe cases, reduced visual acuity.”


If you do wear false eye lashes and want to continue the safest way to do this without putting yourself at risk is to follow the Trust's top tips to wearing false lashes.
1. Wash your hands before applying fake lashes
2. Use a good quality adhesive
3. Never stick them to your own lashes (always glue them to the eyelid and following the manufacturer’s instructions)
4. Never wear more than one pair at once
5. Clean them thoroughly before reuse
6. Throw them away at the first sign of wear and tear (most lashes have a lifespan of around four wears)
7. Store them in a clean / dry case
8. Never share your lashes with anyone else
9. Don’t stick jewels or other embellishments onto the lashes
10. Always remove them before you go to bed.