Skincare Nirvana

 Buzz: Spa quality natural skin care is effective and very nourishing for your skin. my favourites are:
Colostrum cream
Rose hip oil
Sweet orange essential oil (evenings only)
Bee propolis extract
Royal Jelly

Review: After years of trying the latest products without meaningful results, I finally found a combination of natural products that I call skincare nirvana. I love these products because they provide a deep lasting clarity and that elusive youthful dewiness. Skintone is more even (less redness and dark circles) pores are smaller and no acne outbreaks. Orange oil brings clarity. Rose hip oil tones and strengthens. Bee Propolis extract and royal jelly nourish. Colutrum cream provides a lightening effect and luminosity that can't be beat.

 How to: Message colostrum cream with upward stroke until fully absorbed followed by a few drops of the rose hip. Next two drops orange and finally a drop of the bee propolis on the forehead and on each cheek. Royal jelly is a perfect weekly nutrient treat.

 Cautions: Introduce new skin products one at a time to ensure no skin sensitivities. Sun sensitivity - avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying rose hip and orange essential oils. Royal Jelly and bee proplolis may cause severe allergic reaction particularly if you have allergies to pollen and other bee products.

Available: Health food stores or on-line.

 Product Cost: $10 - $30

Sweet Orange Essential Oil

Product: Sweet Orange Essential Oil

Buzz: Orange essential oil is a thin clear oil extracted from orange peels. It has a rich fruity scent with a calming influence that inspires joy. It is rich in antioxidants and is said to aid in cell regeneration.

Initial Impressions: Pale yellow thin liquid that comes in a small glass bottle with a built in dropper. It has a delightful aroma.

How to: Apply to skin after a base of carrier oil (rose hip oil, jojoba...) or dilute with carrier oil 1:1 before applying.

Review: I have been using this product for six months. The orange oil has a clarifying effect to give my skin a healthy glow and it is effective for preventing acne. By using natural products I have eliminated the effects of skin sensitives from commercial skin care additives, greatly improving the overall health and integrity of my skin. My skin feels more dense, healthy and luminous.

Cautions: Sun sensitivity - avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.

Cost: $10-$15 (15 ml)

Available: Health food stores or on-line

Compatible Products: Rose hip oil, colostrum cream, bee propolis extract.