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Burt’s Bees Mango Moisturising Lip Balm

Who loves the smell of freshly cut mango? I do – and apparently enough so that I would carry a Burt’s Bees Mango Moisturising Lip Balm in my handbag 😀 The minute my mask comes off, my lips get hydrated. The key ingredients in this lip balm are mango butter and coconut oil. No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS and no animal testing.

I’ve had Burt’s Bees lip balms and shimmers since they’ve landed in sunny SA. I love that it is a natural product range and has an endearing origination story of a beekeeper and artist that left big city life to live closer to nature and through a serendipitous meeting, and a little leftover beeswax… they gave us this 😀😘

@burtsbeesza products are available from Dischem and Takealot.

#burtsbeessa #burtsbees @greenqueen_pr #gifted #tradeexchange #BurtsBees #Summer #Mango #lipcare #lips #everydaycarry #lipbalm #skincare #southafricanblogger #beesknees

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Valentine’s Gifts: Burt’s Bees® Tinted Lip Balms

Where care meets colour. Burt’s Bees 100% Natural Tinted Lip Balms offer a hint of colour that cares for your lips! These lip balms provide modern and wearable sheer coverage with a delicate pear flavour in a variety of pretty hues. Moisture-rich ingredients, such as Shea Butter and Vitamin E, helps reveal smooth, healthy-looking lips.  Choose from six floral-inspired shades:

Key Ingredients:

  • Beeswax
  • Shea Butter

Key Claims

  • Sheer coverage leaves a hint of tint
  • Provides 8-hour moisturisation
  • Cares for lips with naturally hydrating ingredients
  • 100% Natural
Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Balm, priced from R 99, is available through Takealot and DisChem.

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Burt’s ­Bees® has been offering distinctive earth-friendly, natural health and beauty care products for 30 years. From a beekeeper’s backyard in Maine to the leading edge of natural, Burt’s Bees knows natural body care solutions from head-to-toe and operates with The Greater Good™ top of mind. No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS and no animal testing.
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optiphi® Helix DNA tests

(press release) At optiphi® we believe in a holistic approach to good health by increasing one’s perception of intrinsic contributing factors. Intrinsic analysis of your DNA and systems provides a roadmap on how to design your diet, supplement, lifestyle and exercise regimes. DNA analysis takes the guesswork out of what is optimal for you personally. All of these factors are tightly linked, and all need to be considered when looking at improving your overall health.

Your unique genetic results allow for actionable interventions to:

  • Improve your skin care regime
  • Decode a healthy lifestyle just for you
  • Tailor make your unique nutritional therapy
  • Support your hormone metabolism
  • Create awareness to the potential risks associated with Breast, Ovarian and Prostate Cancer

The optiphi® Helix DNA tests include:

optiphi® Helix Skin Report

Identifies unique genetic markers which indicates your genetic predisposition to certain skin characteristics. These polymorphisms may affect the expression or function of certain genes making you more susceptible to certain skin conditions or characteristics.

Six skin categories investigated;

  • Wrinkles, volume loss and glycation
  • Dermal sensitivity and detoxification
  • Inflammation of the skin
  • Oxidative stress
  • DNA protection and repair
  • Pigmentation and sun sensitivity

optiphi® Helix Diet Report

Identifies unique genetic markers which indicate your genetic predisposition to the metabolism of certain macro- and micronutrients. It also identifies any possible food sensitivities that you may have.

Five main categories considered ;

  • Metabolism and fat sensitivity
  • Carbohydrate responsiveness
  • Glucose and insulin sensitivity
  • Energy regulation and exercise response
  • Food and nutrient responses

optiphi® Helix Health Report

Identifies unique genetic markers which indicate your genetic predisposition to certain health risks.

Eight health risk categories considered:

  • Oxidative Stress
  • Detoxification
  • Insulin Sensitivity
  • Inflammation
  • Bone health          
  • Lipid metabolism
  • Methylation
  • Iron Overload and blood clotting

optiphi® Helix Breast, Ovarian or Prostate Cancer Report

The intention of this genetic test is to screen a panel of markers that is commonly associated with the development of breast cancer, and secondary to that ovarian and prostate cancer. Screening of these markers creates awareness of the potential genetic risks associated with these cancers.

The optiphi® test looks at an exclusive panel of higher penetrance markers across seven genes that raises the odds in breast cancer risk significantly, according to global research. For every mutation detected, the risk increases statistically.

optiphi® has selected a smaller panel of markers in the BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, CHEK2, TP53, NBN and PALB2 genes which together contribute to an increased genetic risk.

optiphi® Helix Hormone Report

Indicate your genetic predisposition to certain risks which could affect your hormone balance. These unique markers are known as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) that occur in your genetic code. These variations may affect the expression or function of certain genes making you more susceptible to certain conditions or characteristics. Based on the variations detected, certain characteristics may be a high priority area for you.

Several areas affecting hormone metabolism and balance are considered, namely;

  • Steroid hormone metabolism
  • Methylation and endocrine function
  • Xenobiotic metabolism
  • Autoimmune thyroid disease

For further information on how to book your DNA Test, visit www.optiphi.com

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Are our face masks suffocating our skins?

The low down on what happens and how to combat the effect. [Brought to you by Placecol and Skinderm]

Our skin is a living and breathing organ. In fact, it is our first line of defense against the world. Keeping our skin strong and healthy helps us to ultimately be strong and healthy too.

Our skin can’t breathe as the mask forms a barrier to free movement of air. In addition, when we exhale our breath is made up of various gases one of the highest concentrations is nitrogen gas.

Excess exposure to nitrogen leads to unhappy skin as nitrogen is an irritant and is corrosive, leading to sensitivity and skin irritation.

Sweating releases toxins onto the skin and with nowhere to go they interact with the biome creating imbalance on the skin and causing skin irritation and breakouts. That is why PH balancing our skins is more important than ever.

Breakouts have become common for many, due to unhealthy environment created on the skin. Altered PH, high toxicity and sweating are a few of the culprits.

Sensitivity for many is also evident, partly due to the basic fact that the environment under the mask is not ideal, some masks are treated with antiviral/antibacterial components which can create sensitivity.

Barrier impairment is also evident due to constant friction of the mask against the skin as well as the general change to the skin’s homeostasis.

Touching the face to adjust the mask leads to exposure to the virus and other bacteria as well as day to day dirt and impurities. People are touching their faces more and more which is completely against protocol but they are often not cognoscente of the risk and it becomes a habit we consciously have to break.

The Placecol and Skinderm Solution

  1. PH balancing the skin is more important now than ever. Our skins PH is optimum at a ph of 5.5. This is in fact acidic and is part of our skins natural defense mechanism.
    When the homeostasis of our skin is disrupted ad our ph is altered it leads to a cascade of problems on our skins as the biomes [present on our skins to protect us die off and harmful ones grow due to the change in environment. Placecol Calming Mist/ Illumine Anti-oxidant mist/Skinderm Pure Toner
  2. Effective cleansing is imperative: The way we cleanse our skin is essential. We must use a good quality cleanser that is PH balance and gentle and non-stripping. Our cleansers should be part of the skin’s recovery process. Clean start facial wash/clean start facial milk Skinderm Pure cleansing milk /Skinderm pure cleansing gel
  3. Double cleansing in the evenings is recommended
  4. Anti-oxidant power
    Placecol and Skinderm are full of powerful botanicals delivering exceptionally high levels of anti-oxidants to boost skins immunity
  5. Desensitizing serums are necessary to reduce the irritation we are all experiencing on our skins. Placecol Rescue therapy and Skinderm Calming Elixir refresh and calm the skin with anti-inflammatory and refreshing menthol as one of the key ingredients.
  6. Hydrating serums and masks replace hydration lost by revolumising the skin. Placecol Optimum hydration mask or Skinderm hydrating repair mask. Use this as a nigh-time sleep mask
  7. Clay masks help to deep clean the impurities from the pores so as to minimize breakout. Try Placecol’s 2 in one clearing clay mask which is a 2 in 1 product combining dep cleaning clay with spherical exfoliation beads or our Skinderm pure clarifying mask.
  8. Gentle exfoliation helps the skin however over exfoliation or aggressive exfoliation damages the skins barrier function and will make it more susceptible to sensitivity and breakouts. Our gentle exfoliating refiner from Placecol or Skinderm’s Glo pads are gentle exfoliators with no aggressive granules but rather harnessing the natural acids from nature.
  9. High quality masks from breathable fabrics as natural as possible with minimal synthetics as the more synthetic the more irritation and sweating.
  10. Give sufficient time when safe to do so to remove the mask and breath in oxygen rich air
  11. Make sure mask fits comfortably
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@Barbiestyle meets MAC

I’ve been waiting for this launch for months… It was delayed here in South Africa due to that virus we shall not name.

A few weeks ago I excitedly turned to my husband and said I orderd my Barbie MAC lipstick. He got stuck on who MAC is and completely missed that I just bought a Barbie lipstick for myself. Men…

Introducing Barbie’s next venture: an exclusive M·A·C collaboration! As the newest M·A·C Maker, Barbie – the original doll, global icon and influencer with @barbiestyle – designs her own Lipstick. Read more here.

The Barbie cool-toned bubblegum-pink shade with a Matte finish embraces endless possibilities – working wherever your day or career path takes you. It’s all in the details with special packaging in Barbie’s iconic power-pink with gold – ready for anything!

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Burt’s Bees® Classics Collection Time-Tested Originals

It’s simple – products that work become classics. Formulated with time-tested natural ingredients like Beeswax, Shea Butter, and botanical oils and extracts, the products in Burt’s Bees’ Classics Collection were instant cult favorites when they launched—and have remained classics ever since. Many of the products in the collection were first conceived more than 20 years ago in Burt and Roxanne’s kitchen, using what would become iconic Burt’s Bees ingredients like wax from Burt’s beehives. Years later, these original simple, effective products are still beloved because they’re just that—simple and effective. The products have truly stood the test of time, becoming essentials in countless fans’ routines because they work natural wonders. Some beauty products come and go—these came and stayed.

Key Ingredients:

  • Shea Butter
  • Botanical Oils, including Sesame, Borage, Macadamia, Rosehip and Sunflower

Key Claims:

  • Moisturizes and softens with Shea Butter and botanical oils
  • Gentle enough for everyday use
  • 100% Natural

Burt’s Bees® Shea Butter Hand Repair Cream is available through Takealot and DisChem.
Burt’s Bees® Shea Butter Hand Repair Cream is Priced from R 215.

Burt’s ­Bees® has been offering distinctive earth-friendly, natural health and beauty care products for 30 years. From a beekeeper’s backyard in Maine to the leading edge of natural, Burt’s Bees knows natural body care solutions from head-to-toe and operates with The Greater Good™ top of mind. No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS and no animal testing.

Join the buzz on Instagram and Facebook : @BurtsBeesZA.

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Burt’s Bees® Classics Collection – Coconut Foot Cream

It’s simple – products that work become classics. Formulated with time-tested natural ingredients like Beeswax, Shea Butter, and botanical oils and extracts, the products in Burt’s Bees’ Classics Collection were instant cult favorites when they launched—and have remained classics ever since. Many of the products in the collection were first conceived more than 20 years ago in Burt and Roxanne’s kitchen, using what would become iconic Burt’s Bees ingredients like wax from Burt’s beehives. Years later, these original simple, effective products are still beloved because they’re just that—simple and effective. The products have truly stood the test of time, becoming essentials in countless fans’ routines because they work natural wonders. Some beauty products come and go—these came and stayed.

Pamper and smooth even the driest feet with this deeply-penetrating foot cream.

nriched with a softening blend of Coconut Oil and nourishing botanicals, this cream will help prevent and protect dry, cracked and rough skin while daily providing a refreshing dose of Peppermint to tired, hard-working feet.

Key Claims:

  • Revives and rejuvenates dry feet with Coconut Oil
  • Refreshes with Rosemary and Peppermint Extracts
  • 99.4% Natural

Burt’s Bees® Coconut Foot Cream is available through Takealot and DisChem. Burt’s Bees® Coconut Foot Cream is Priced from R 250.

Join the buzz on Instagram and Facebook : @BurtsBeesZA.

Burt’s Bees® Classics Collection – Coconut Foot Cream

Burt’s ­Bees® has been offering distinctive earth-friendly, natural health and beauty care products for 30 years. From a beekeeper’s backyard in Maine to the leading edge of natural, Burt’s Bees knows natural body care solutions from head-to-toe and operates with The Greater Good™ top of mind. No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS and no animal testing. 

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BIOEFFECT’s EGF EYE SERUM, a powerful anti-ageing formula with EGF Cellular Activator

The Icelandic biotechnology skin care brand BIOEFFECT ® has a powerful anti-ageing EGF Eye Serum in its multi-award winning skin care line. The BIOEFFECT EGF EYE SERUM is a revitalizing formula specifically developed to target the delicate eye area. It contains a high concentration of EGF, a cellular activator which occurs naturally in human skin and turns on biological processes involved in the maintenance of healthy looking skin. BIOEFFECT is the only skin care brand in the world to boast EGF cellular activator made in plants, for higher efficacy and purity. The delicate eye area is shielded by some of the most vulnerable skin on the body. The skin around the eyes also bears the brunt of years of facial expressions. Combine that with environmental factors, sun exposure and genetics, and the eyes are one of the first places where volume, radiance and luminosity lose out to wrinkles, sagging and fine lines. This is why BIOEFFECT EGF EYE SERUM is an invigorating multi-tasker, specifically developed to target this area of concern. The refreshing, gel-like formulation immediately rebalances moisture levels around the eyes – leaving the skin looking radiant and firm– while providing long term, anti-ageing effect.

Double blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trials of the BIOEFFECT EGF EYE SERUM revealed that among 70% of participants there was an increase in collagen intensity at the eye area, 73% saw improved elasticity, and with 70% of users wrinkles diminished. 86% of participants in a user survey felt the BIOEFFECT EGF EYE SERUM provided a refreshed complexion.

Most eye creams come in jars or bottle packaging that are compromised by direct contact of the bulk of the formulation to the skin. The unique dispensing mechanism of BIOEFFECT EGF EYE SERUM maintains the integrity of the cellular activators inside, releasing the right dose needed for one application, and keeping the rest of the product free from exposure to the skin. The steel roller ball provides a soothing application of the serum and leaves the skin feeling refreshed and the eye area appearing brighter.

The BIOEFFECT skin care products are the culmination of more than 10 years of research by a pioneering biotechnology company in Iceland. The BIOEFFECT brand is the first to contain EGF made in plants. EGF is naturally forged in barley seeds grown in volcanic pumice and nourished with pure spring water in state-of-the-art greenhouses in Iceland. The green biotechnology ensures that the cellular activators included in the BIOEFFECT skin care products are more pure and stable than cellular activators produced in traditional production systems.

BIOEFFECT EGF Eye Serum, R990 is available from selected Placecol Skin Care Clinics nationally and online at placecol.com and Takealot.

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PLACECOL PROUDLY CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF BEAUTY AND WELLNESS SOLUTIONS IN 2020

Placecol, a much-loved and trusted South African skin care brand turns 40 in 2020!

To celebrate this wonderful milestone, Placecol is taking the time to reflect back by honouring and celebrating the momentous journey started by their founder Elma Mckenzie, as well as looking forward by celebrating their customers, employees and partners who are part of this beautiful journey.

Looking Back

It all started in 1980 when Elma Mckenzie, a qualified radiographer and beauty therapist) and her husband (a pharmacist and homeopath) began their dream of manufacturing their own cosmetic skin care range.  As Elma herself explained, in those days there were no cell-phones or email communication and she had to rely on long waits through the post and travel long distances to get the ingredients she needed and learn about new skin care technology that could be used in conjunction with her products.  In addition, she had to physically go on roadshows to get her product known to the market, all this while raising her 3 children. 

When Esna Colyn became CEO of Imbalie Beauty in 2010, she was passionate about taking the Placecol brand forward to even greater heights.  Her continued drive has led to Placecol’s ‘7 day Promise’ and commitment to creating award winning skin care products and high quality treatments, which incorporate safe and effective technology to deliver visible results for Placecol customers. “This is our way of making a positive change in the world through improvement and empowerment as well as increasing the esteem of all” says Esna Colyn.

Life begins at 40 – Looking Forward

As a company that truly cares about all people and their well-being, Placecol decided to celebrate beauty, confidence, love and the essence of life with their hero theme for the year of ‘40 Ways To Celebrate You’.

“We don’t always take as much care of ourselves as we deserve, so for our 40th year, this theme gives us the opportunity to continue empowering all and reminds us that we are all unique and that each of us is writing a beautiful life story” says Placecol group CEO, Esna Colyn.

The theme has been divided into 8 key categories: Self, Health, Spirit, Relationships, Family, Joy, Work and Purpose, which are the very essence of a well-balanced life, with 40 specific aspects to embrace and enjoy. These will be communicated during the year as part of a social media campaign and within Placecol skin care clinics nationwide.  In addition, there will be a birthday celebration within the Placecol skin care clinics during the year.

Innovation in the 40th year

With innovation being an ongoing focus, just as last year saw the launch of Placecol’s revolutionary Excellence range, this year Placecol will be launching two limited edition products as well as introducing an exciting new ‘solutions driven’ treatment which will be only revealed once the entire group has received training.  “The education of our employees remains the most important cornerstone of the Placecol’s ethos” says Lisa Leibov, the group’s Head of Education.

“Our team is extremely honoured to follow in the footsteps of Elma and our predecessors and to continue building on the legacy started from Elma’s humble beginnings and her dream in Ermelo.“ says Esna Colyn.

The Placecol Promise is to transform skin with visible results in just seven days. Placecol products are not tested on animals, are allergen and paraben free and can be purchased at any of our Placecol clinics nationwide, online at www.placecol.com or in selected Edgars outlets and pharmacies.

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My Matsimela hand home spa – new product alert!

You know that very end of the year feeling where you have to drag your tired body from bed to everywhere else? I got it. The tank is just so empty and I’m still working (very hard). I’m dreaming of relaxing, days at the spa and sleep – and until the 26th of December all of that will be just a dream.

Did you know that Matsimela launched a range of new “at home” spa products a couple of weeks ago? Well, I’m here to tell you about my experience using the Hand & Décolletage Night Serum as well as the Hand & Décolletage Cream – I’ve been using it for about 3 weeks now and…

Matsimela Home Spa

Hand & Décolletage Night Serum + Cream

Give me more, give me more! I have seen a difference in the texture of my décolletage area as well as my hands over the period. However, my hands seem to really get a lift from the cream after a few hours.

I have what I think is the world’s driest hands and feet so I’m constantly creaming up but never actually seeing any results. This is the first treatment that I can apply twice a day and see a change.

The hand cream offers 48 hours of moisture and has a SPF 30 – it is definitely going in my handbag!

All you need to know is that the new range will rejuvenate and protect your skin – and is for hands, décolletage and feet.

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These products have been developed so you can have that spa day without going to the spa. They are available from Matsimela as well as Placecol spas. They constantly work on improving their product lines and have retail and spa ranges that are drool worthy.

What I wish…

Make the bottles bigger – and can I have it on tap? I definitely want to get my hands on the foot treatment as it was amamazing when I tried it on launch day… and I could do with a little of that.

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