The Bite Magazine - Spring 2016 - Issue 15

Sandalwood. The lovely, uplifting feel of this lotion is so good that you just want to apply it everywhere. In fact, a small pump goes a long way, which is perfect to use on nails and the rest of the body, especially the arms and décolleté. The generous bottle size lasts a long time, and it is a pleasure to use the Nurture Hand Lotion as needed. My next discovery was the body and face exfoliator range in the form of: BODY BRILLIANCE EXFOLIATOR and NOURISH EXFOLIATE MASK The Body Brilliance Exfoliator is simply delicious. It comes in a glass jar with a layer of natural oils, followed by exfoliat- ing natural salt.The scent that comes out is so captivating. The little spoon wand helps to bring the Pink Himalayan Sea Salt out, as using fingers can contaminate the delicate balance of the natural oils. The Sea Salt together with its 84 trace minerals detoxes the body and encour- ages nutrient absorption at a cellular level to help purify and nourish the body. While the infusion of Lavender Oil helps soothe the skin and alleviate scars, May Chang tones and regenerates the skin, Rosewood helps to hydrate dry and sen- sitive skin, and Mango Butter known for its softening effects is combined with fine Sea Salt and Pink Himalayan Sea Salt for the ultimate body exfoliating experience. The fragrance is a sweet citrus scent from the herbal blend of Bergamot and soothing Lavender with floral heart notes of sweet Neroli and calming Chamomile, finishing with a top note of a creamy bal- samic woody base of Sandalwood.This is a real treat for body and mind and it is ideal to use twice per week for all skin types. It easily washes off, leaving the body ultra-smooth, soft, gently scented and totally uplifted and relaxed. Soaking in the bath, while leaving the oils to work wonders was a real indulging treat for the well-being of body and mind. One of the best companions to the Body Brilliance Exfoliator is the NOURISH EXFOLIATOR MASK for the face. This super-rich, creamy exfoliator does more than just exfoliate. In fact, its proven active ingredients are blended together to soothe, tone and revitalise layers of the skin, improving the appearance of wrinkles and signs of ageing, leaving a fresh, cleansed, purified and softer skin while looking brighter and well hydrated. The combination of its 14 Bio Active natural ingredients is impressive: from Actimoist Plus for moisturising and improving skin immunity; Gardenia for moisturising, firming and smoothing; Bamboo Powder for gentle exfoliating; Apricot Oil for mature, dry and sensitive skin that is great for protecting and nour- ishing; Jojoba Oil for balancing the skin; Sandalwood which is great for reducing lines and wrinkles; Rose Geranium for mature skin or congested, are just a few to mention. The aromatherapy behind the product creates a scent of nourish- ment, with a sweet citrus herbal blend of soothing Bergamot and Lavender, while the Neroli and Chamomile bring a floral heart note. Sandalwood is the finishing touch, with its warm, delicate woody aroma. Ideal for all skin types, this exfo- liator is so gentle and soothing that it can be used more than once per week. A small pea size amount is more than enough to exfoliate the face and neck. It was a great way to remove any impuri- ties, blackheads or milia white dead cells trapped in the pores on the skin in a slightly deeper level. PURIFY FACE TONER Presented in a glass pump bottle, this amber coloured toner does more than just tone the skin. Toners are often dis- regarded and may be not so understood, but in fact they are a very important part of a cleansing routine treatment to help brighten the skin and eliminate impuri- ties and all the nasty radicals, chemicals that penetrate the skin. Purify Face Toner has a great blend of herbal infusion and natural extracts.The key ingredients are Green Tea extracts as an antioxidant; Liquorice Root provides antibacterial action and is anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and a general skin healer; Aloe Vera is ideal for soothing dry, flaky skin; while German Chamomile works best as a general skin care remedy for sensitive and dry inflamed, and is also beneficial to oily skin. The aroma is citrus-floral, thanks to Lavender and Bergamot, while Sandalwood adds a gentle woody touch to the scent. The Purify Face Toner can be used twice per day on all skin types. It is impressive how deep it cleanses and tones at the same time. The skin is left sparkling and crispy clean. A very impres- sive toner indeed, one of the very best I’ve tried so far and one I would defi- nitely recommend. ABSOLUTE FACE SERUM MASK A Silver winner at the Beauty Awards 2015 and highly commended by the International Beauty Award 2016, this Absolute Face Serum Mask has it all and it is simply top of its range. Its 15 Bio Active ingredients together with MDI Complex are a burst of natural moisture which improves and promotes collagen and adds anti-ageing properties which are able to regenerate the skin tissue at the deepest level leaving it radiant, soothed and soft. The anti-ageing properties are delivered by the key element of Davidson Plum Extract, an essential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory treatment. It helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improves collagen production and is excellent for reducing dark circles. Hyaluronic Acid is another key ingredient for moisturising and hydrating the skin. Both are com- bined with Actimoist and Rose Absolute for tissue regeneration and anti-wrinkle treatment; Frankincense reduces the appearance of wrinkles, scars and stretch marks; Neroli rejuvenates, stimulate and has cell renewal properties; Helichry- sum has anti-inflammatory properties; and Coenzyme Q10 for bio functional, anti-ageing, antioxidant, lines and wrinkle diminishing properties. These are just some of the key ingredients that make the Absolute Face Serum Mask such a powerful anti-ageing serum. This entire combination has an aroma- therapy scent of sweet citrus, carrot and bergamot essence, with deep floral rose notes ending with balsamic woody frank- incense. The serum is for all skin types and can be applied twice per day prior to its perfect match: AromaWorks Day or Night cream. For a deeper treat- ment, it can be used on its own or left on throughout the night as an anti-wrin- kle mask.The serum is quickly absorbed into the skin and does not clog the pores or leave any traces of grease. Just one pump is enough to cover the entire face and neck area. After using the serum as a mask for a week, the results were impressive. My skin felt less dry and irri- table. It looked brighter, younger and smoother, which is exactly what I was wishing for. The texture of my skin has also improved and looks tighter and more even. Definitely a serum to share, recommend and enjoy. AromaWorks has been a great and positive experience. The visible results combined with the beneficial vibes of the aromatherapy have worked wonders for my skin and body. It is a real spa treat- ment with all the advantages and benefits of being at home. To indulge in such a relaxing and uplifting time has helped me to appreciate how important it is to have some balance and peace of mind in our busy and sometimes chaotic world, where well-being is often forgotten. www.aroma-works.com bitebeauty