Absolute Vanity 2nd Edition

Why Do we <3 Sanctum Body Balm?

Sanctum is an Australian owned and run company based around Byron Bay that are all about making delicious, amazing products while honouring the environment and all in it. Organic, naturally derived products that are totally cruelty free, vegan, using recycled materials AND are truly gorgeous, and we are so excited to now be stocking this wonderful range!!!

The Sanctum Body Balm is a lovely product that comes in 2 great sizes....a 150g tube and a 250g tub, so one to take away and one for home and at $16.95 and $22.95 respectively, 

YOU CAN AFFORD TO LOOK AFTER YOUR SKIN PROPERLY!

Certified Organic 89% and 100% Naturally Derived

Description: Help rid your body of dry, flaky skin with this hydrating cream rich in luxurious Shea Butter and Coconut Oil. Quick to absorb, it deeply replenishes lost moisture to help you achieve a super smooth, supple complexion.

Ideal for: All Skin types, particularly dry, dehydrated skin.

How does it work?: Deeply penetrates to help soothe dry, dehydrated, flaky skin. Locks in moisture for a radiant, natural glow.

How to use: Daily. Massage sparingly all over the body with special attention to dry/flaky areas.

With certified organic cocoa seed butter, coconut oil, shea butter and chamomile flower extract, it is a divine product and we <3 it! NOW IN STOCK

www.sanctumaustralia.com

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AGE OF PRODUCTS-WHEN TO KEEP WHEN TO THROW!!

Keeping products past the use by date will not only get you unsatisfactory results from those products but it can also be unhealthy as well. Particularly eye products that can pass on bacteria and cause nasties like conjunctivitis and infection, and skincare, foundation and concealer can pass bacteria onto the skin...here is a guide to help you get tough on your makeup drawer and skincare cabinet....(please note, when using a pencil eyeliner, sharpen a little each time to keep your eyes healthy, and liquid eyeliner has a 3-6 month shelf life similar to mascara)

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There is alot of talk about detoxing and how great it is for your body, inside and out. However, getting too carried away with it all just isnt the answer! Here is a sensible guide (summary) by Carla Oates at www.professionalbeauty.com.au that I really enjoyed.

 Drink lots of water (pure, filtered water)

Start the day with warm filtered water with fresh lemon juice to cleanse the liver, kickstart metabolism and prepare for the days digestion. Then add 2 litres of pure water to each day for ideal hydration.

Healthy soups filled with veggies is a great detox, plus adding homemade chicken stock, himalayan pink rock salt and soaked brown rice is ideal. 

Cabbage, kale and broccoli, rich in sulfur containing compounds are fabulous and loads of salads with protein such as fish, nuts, seeds assists to detoxify properly.

Teas such as dandelion, ginger, mint and coriander all aid digestion and help eliminate toxins from your body.

Drinking your veggies is also a great way to get the nutrients that you need, in a yummy way! A blender with a concentrated nutrient hit will get the best results. Try to stick to veggie smoothies with a little fruit to sweeten such as apples and a little lemon juice for zing. Green vegetables are super alkanising, great source of vitamins, minerals and chlorophyll which helps oxygenate the blood.  Try spinach, celery, cucumber, parsley, mint and lemon juice for a detoxing breaky juice.

Live, organic yoghurt and other pre-biotic foods such as onions, greens,artichokes, asparagus, legumes, flaxseed, tomatoes, oats and garlic are all important for encouraging healthy growth of good bacteria in the gut.

Get 8 hours sleep every night

Have regular Epsom Salts baths-rich in detoxifying sulfur and relaxing magnesium

Body brushing or body exfoliation 2-3 times a week to increase circulation and assist with detox and cellulite reduction

and treat your skin to a face mask to decongest the skin and bring in your natural radiance. *Try Sanctum Hydrating Gel Mask or Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Mask.

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Food, Glorious Food....

This delicious Lemon-ricotta Pasta with Seared scollops....seriously delish...

Check out the details of this recipe at http://www.crumbblog.com/2008/06/easy-peasy-and-lemon-squeezy.html

Thanks Crumb: a food blog for this fabulous recipe!

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Wondering about the difference between an eye gel and an eye cream?

What is the best for you?

Well the general guide is as follows:

An eye gel is designed more for puffiness, congestion, tiredness, bags under the eyes and inflammation....

Whereas an eye cream is more for dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles and crows feet....

Some have added extras and some will address both concerns.

Luxury: Dermalogica~ Age Reversal Eye Complex

with Vit C and Retinol $87.50

and Multivitamin Power Firm (for eyes and lips)

With Vit A, C and E $70.00

Mid Range: Elements Bioactivs~ Iceberg Hydrogel

with Eyeliss and Juviderm HYA peptides $46.00

and Focus Contour Treatment 

with Haloxyl peptide and Centella Asiatica $46.00

Bargain: Sanctum Australia~ Energising Eye Gel (certified organic)

with Aloe Vera, Eyebright extract and Witch hazel extract $23.95

and Firming Eye Balm (certified organic)

with Eyebright extract, squalene and hyaluronic acid $23.95

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Clothes Horse.....the little black dress

This gorgeous Little Black Dress is by Cameo Collective, cant go wrong with the LBD...

http://cmeocollective.com/collections/fleetwood/products/erase-me-dress-black

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Pin-perfect.....lovin this look <3

Go for glam with this gorgeous evening look....go the gold! thank you to www.beautylish.com for this divine look!

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last but not least......COMPETITION TIME!!

To say thank you for all the support that we have had for our new WEEKLY Blog.....we would like one of our lovely readers to win a $50.00 VANITY ROOM VOUCHER!!

All you have to do is comment on the blog below to go into the draw....drawn next Wednesday!!!

So comment to win!!!

Thank you for sharing your time with us this week and see you next week!

Have a great one!

Michelle x