Sick Day Survival // Raw Skincare

Winter is the time for flu, chest infections, head aches, coughs, sneezes and the list keeps going! So here is our sick day survival guide, just in case you are in need of some tlc. 

Now if you are being sick and struggling to keep food down *hugs* it is important to stay hydrated! Sip cool water regularly, don't try to down a glass in one go as you may end up bringing it straight back up again! The idea is to get the water into your system to help your body fight the bug! We personally find it is also better to bring something up when you are sick rather than just retching *even bigger hugs*.

If you can handle a bit more than water then that is a bonus! You want to try and help your body fight the nasty infection / bug / virus and give it the energy to do so. A personal favourite of ours is lemon, honey and ginger in hot water! This will give your body carbohydrates in the form of fruit and natural sugar so you are getting the much needed nutrients into your body. If you have a sore throat, or chesty cough, the honey and lemon have fantastic soothing properties and is a big winner in our books for a sick day drink. Make sure you are buying honey in its natural state, one that has not been heat treated or had sugar syrup added to bulk it out. This will not be as beneficial as the raw, natural stuff!

Sleep, Glorious Sleep. Sleeping, Napping, Snoozing, you name it we love it! Not only does napping not only seem to be increasingly popular with everyone, or everyone in my age group (20's) but it is also a great way to regenerate your body. Sleeping when you are ill is a bonus as it gives your body the rest it needs to fight! But some times when you are ill, it is difficult to fall asleep. Other than taking sleeping pills which I prefer to try and avoid (It always makes me feel majorly groggy when I wake up which I hate) why not take a hot bath with lavender oil?  

Lavender helps to relax and calm the body and mind which is what we need to help aid sleep. If you can't get hold of lavender flowers, simply use our Repair and Revive Body Butter and add a small amount to your bath which will then smell beautifully of relaxing lavender and Cypress Oil. Both fantastically calming! If you don't feel like soaking in the tub, gently massage a pea sized amount into your temples. Voilà. 

And finally, if you can manage food, a classic sick day wouldn't be complete without the customary, tomato soup!

Easy to swallow, tasty, full of all vitamins and nutrition that your body needs, it keeps you warm and it is easy to swallow when you have a sore throat! Definitely on our list of sick day survival needs!

If you are having a sick day, we hope you feel much better soon. Let us know what you do on your sick days and what helps you out the most!

Raw skincare- Natural skincare that doesn't cost the earth. 

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*Disclaimer-  Information in this blog is not professional medical advice, remember if you are feeling ill, always consult your doctor. These are just extra tips and tricks, to help make you feel a little bit more like you. 

January Sale Week 2 // Raw Skincare

This January we have introduced a new sales concept! Every week we are offering a different promotion that you definitely don't want to miss. 

So if you love natural skincare as much as we do then this is a great offer for you!

Get a free lip balm with every order!!

This week we are offering a free lip balm with every order! We will randomly select one of our three lip balms to send to you with every purchase! There is no minimum spend required- buy one lip balm at just £1.98-£2.98 and get another one completely free. Or if you fancy any of our other products, make your choice and you will get a lip balm added to your order!!

The lip balms are 100% natural, we don't have add any chemicals to these products what so ever, so what is stopping you?

Raw Skincare- Natural skincare that doesn't cost the earth.

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Our Ingredients- Lavender Essential Oil

Every ingredient we use has been chosen for its fantastic botanical and skin loving properties. Lavender is no exception.

Lavender flowers

Lavender essential oil is made by distilling the lavender flowers of certain species to produce a clear, water insoluble oil which is what we use to produce our products

It is widely used for its soothing and calming effects to both skin and mind- perfect for those of you who might be in need of TLC and relaxation. Lavender essential oil is a very versatile oil with anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and relaxing properties which all help to make lavender oil one of our favourite ingredients to use as it is believed to aid in regeneration and rejuvenation of skin cells.

Because of the amazing properties in Lavender oil we have made sure they are in a selection of our products including Raw Concentrate Skin Serum & Repair & Revive Body Butter. So if you need a bit of TLC or some calming skin treats- look no further than these beauties.

Exfoliation

Hi Guys,

So we have been super busy at Raw Towers over the past few months and have seriously neglected our poor little blog so we do apologise! However, onwards and upwards as they say (Not sure who they are but hey). 

So we will now be posting a new blog every Tuesday and Thursday on all things skincare related. So if you have any thing you would like us to cover please don't hesitate to get in touch! 

Today's subject is Exfoliation! 

So what is exfoliation and what is its purpose? 

Exfoliation is the removal of the oldest dead skin cells on the top layer of your skin (sounds gross right?) By exfoliating you are aiding the unblocking of pores, keeping your skin healthy and clean & helps to prevent acne break out.

What do I use to exfoliate?

There are lots of different ways you can exfoliate, it is about finding a way that works for you. Below are some of the different tools you can buy that can be used for exfoliating.

Brush

 Loofah Sponge 

                    Sugar Scrub                        

These are all really easy to use exfoliators. Every person's skin reacts differently so find one that best suits you, doesn't dry your skin out too much, and leaves your skin looking healthy and glowing, not red and sore.

How often should I exfoliate?

Exfoliating is not a daily thing! It is something you should do once to twice a week, again this depends on your skin type!

So I hope all these tips on exfoliating have helped! If you have any other questions please feel free to leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

Back To School- Glowing Skin.

If you are one of the lucky one's who is heading back to school soon you will probably be thinking about how you are going to have your hair, what you are going to be doing about your make-up and of course, how your skin is looking!

If you have the odd pimple that has decided to make an appearance, just to spite you on your first day back, not to worry!! We have 5 simple steps to follow to get beautiful looking skin for your first day back.

1. Drink plenty of water!

Drinking water is going to help flush your system of toxins that build up and can contribute to the cause of spots. By drinking 2ltrs of water a day you will be aiding cell renewal, removing the built up toxins in your body which will hopefully help clear your skin as well as making you look and feel better.

2. Avoid junk food!

When we eat junk food, your body will try to break it down to use as much of the nutrients as possible, it will then do it's best to flush out anything toxic left behind and in some instances, this can cause breakouts to occur. Try eating healthy fats like Avocado, nuts & fish. These are all packed with wonderful omega oils that will help the skin & hair to look beautifully healthy. 

3. Work-out

When you exercise there is an increase in blood flow to the surface of your skin, with this it brings oxygen and nutrients along which is greatly beneficial to keeping your skin looking and feeling healthy. Sweat is made up mostly of water, however, it also contains small amounts of urea, salts & sugar which means it is flushing impurities away from your skin.

4. Beauty Sleep
Sleep is vital to maintaining clear, fresh looking skin. When you sleep, your body is recharging & repairing itself. You need to allow it time to do so. Try & get in at least 8 hours & take time before bed to relax. With technology at our finger tips, it is easy to reach for your phone, iPad, laptop etc, instead read a book or listen to some music that will help your drift off calmly & peacefully.

5. Detoxify & Pamper your skin
Remember, your skin is the largest organ you have, so it is important to nourish & protect it. Use a detoxifying Little Muddies Face Mask, followed by Raw Concentrate Skin Serum before bed. This will remove toxins & impurities from your skin & nourish and hydrate throughout the night. You will wake up feeling like you have just had a million dollar facial. Plus is is all 100% natural so no nasty chemicals!

I hope you all have a great school year, if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!

Much Love.
Raw Skincare x

My Dark Little Secret

The title of this post may have enticed you and so it should. My dark secret could soon be yours too!

So I guess I should tell you what my dark little secret is huh? Dark Chocolate! YUM!! Not only is dark chocolate actually good for you but if you have a massive sweet tooth like myself this will be a brilliant little secret for you. 

Dark chocolate contains a compounds called flavonoid, these are plant-based compounds with powerful antioxidant properties, which means they help reduce inflammation, promote healthy arteries and help fight aging by preventing and repairing cellular damage, all of which is fantastic for your skin and over all health! 

So what chocolate should you choose? If you are going to eat dark chocolate for its amazing health benefits make sure you are eating one that contains 70% cocoa content or higher as this will have the most beneficial properties. Avoid white or milk chocolate as this will contain a greater amount of sugar, milk, fat and butter along with other ingredients that are added to chocolate to give it, its distinctive flavour. 

Remember to eat your chocolate in combination with a healthy balanced diet and enjoy!

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