The Selfcare Blog
This Christmas, Give The Gift of Great Skincare!
Natural skincare products make great presents for, well, anyone, at any time of the year. After all, who wouldn’t want to relish in the indulgence of a facemask or luxurious body cream? Make sure you make the most out of this Christmas, and gift your family and friends with presents they will actually appreciate and enjoy!
Pulse Points and Pulse Point Rollers
Did you know that the human body has seven main pulse points located all around the body? From the side of the neck to the ankle and of course our wrists, pulse points are where our arteries run close to the surface of the skin.
Reflexology – A Natural Way Of Healing
The theory behind reflexology is that all areas of your body ‘s organs and systems correspond to certain points on the foot, hands and ears. Pressure applied to these points is believed to bring relaxation and healing to the corresponding area of the body.
The Benefits of Eucalyptus and Eucalyptus Oil
The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus cannot be beaten – truly a gift from the Gods! Originally native to Australia, the Eucalyptus tree can now be found all over the world. The true healing power comes from eucalyptus oil, which is extracted from the oval-shaped leaves from this tree.
What is an Organic Oil?
A process called distillation turns the “essence” of a plant into a liquified form for many medicinal and recreational uses. There are a wide variety of essential oils available, and whilst some are valued for their pleasing aroma, others seem to have powerful healing properties.
The Benefits of a Swedish Massage
Arguably one of the most sought after types of massage, the Swedish massage did not originate in Sweden, nor was it created by a Swedish person. But what makes this type of massage so effective? Comprising of five massage techniques, we take an in-depth look at Swedish massage, what it entails and why it is so beneficial.