Weekend Detox

We live in a world invaded by toxins, so it’s no wonder that our minds and bodies are on toxic overload. One way to combat the negative effects this has on our skin and bodies is to allow for a regular and gentle two-day detox. This gives the body a chance to rest and recharge. After a couple of days of cleansing, you’ll feel and lookbetter and can expect a clearer skin, better digestion, heightened senses and possibly even an improvement in illnesses and stiff joints. Always consult illnesses and stiff joints. Always consult diabetic, on prescription drugs or suffering from illness. Aim to eat fresh fruits and vegeta bles and loads of water, avoiding alcohol and caffeine. Eat as many fresh and washed fruits for breakfast as you like. Go fruits for breakfast as you like. Go like kiwis, grapes, mango, papaya, For an afternoon snack, nibble on a handful of sunflower and pumpkin seeds or eat a small carton of plain yoghurt. Sip on a cup of herbal or green tea.

Dinner can consist of a freshly steamed portion of bright vegetables such as succulent broccoli or cauliflower, leeks, aubergines, onion, marrow, peppers (capsicum) red cabbage, butternut or squash. Flavour with herbs.

Daily Detox
Cleansing from the inside is a very important component if you wish tostay healthy. To help eliminate toxin and fluid build-up, try working the following into your daily routine:

• Drink at least eight glasses of filtered or bottled mineral water a day. If you think it’s boring, add a squirt of lemon or lime -they both aid in detoxification.

• Swap your morning cup of coffee for green tea. It’s packed with antioxidants and is detoxifying.
Avoid alcohol. It contains acetaldehyde, which causes the skin to age faster and is also high in empty calories. Hard liquors like whisky, vodka and gin raise insulin levels. However, dry white and red wine do have some antioxidant qualities and may have a beneficial effect; nd may have a beneficial effect; glasses a day.

Increase your fruit and vegetable intake. Loaded with fibre and water, they will help to keep your bowels healthy. Papaya and pineapple are high in anti-inflammatories and enzymes and aid digestion.

Fresh fruit and vegetables are aninstant source of vitamins, fibre, enzymes and antioxidants.
To improve your health, eat fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as enough protein and carbonhydrates. A vitamin supplement, at least eight glasses of water day and regular exercise will keep skin glowing.

Home Spa
A spa session can be very soothing and revitalizing for the skin as well as for the mind and body. While not everyone can afford the time or money for regular professional pampering, it is fortunately very easy to do a little DIY beauty at home. Try to set aside an afternoon when you’re unlikely to be disturbed and give yourself three hours of ‘me’ time. Spend the time treating your face to a thorough cleanse and gentle exfoliation, nourishing mask and stimulating massage with your fingertips. Give your body the same attention with an invigorating exfoliating scrub followed by a lathering of rich body lotion. As hands and feet are so often neglected, it’s also a good time to give yourself a mini manicure and pedicure.

Facial Tips:
• To create your own ’steamer’, fill a large bowl with very hot water. Hold your head about 15 inches above the water and create a tent by draping a towel over your head and shoulders and the bowl. Stay like this for five to 10 minutes.

Steaming liquifies the impurities trapped in your pores and helps get rid of blackheads. Avoid this if you’re prone to redness or suffer from broken capillaries.

• Choose a mask according to your skin type. If your skin is dry, go for a rich, hydrating product. If it’s oily, a clay-based deep-cleansing mask will do the trick.

• You should aim for a salon facial every six weeks or a home regime of gentle exfoliation and a nourishing mask once a week.
Always make sure your therapist knows your skin’s history. If it’s your first time at a salon, you should be required to fill out a detailed client card.

• The massage action stimulates and oxygenates the skin; the reason skin glows after a facial.

• A facial is also great for reducing stress levels. It forces you to take some time out and relax

• A massage is therapeutic and very relaxing. There are various methods that greatly benefit mind and body.

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