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  1. 4. Meditation (it’s FREE)

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    Try Meditation ( it’s Free!)

    Meditation is an approach that can relieve many problems by the way you think and reflect.

    Most people won’t be bothered to take time out for meditation, but actually you don’t need to!! It can be done anywhere and at  anytime.

    Meditation may seem like a waste of time to many, but it has many benefits which should not be overlooked.

    ( to name but a few)

    • Good for high blood pressure.
    • Decreases muscle tension.
    • Helps with weight loss.
    • Reduces anxiety.
    • Increases energy.
    • Builds self confidence
    • Helps concentration.
    • Improved memory.
    • Helps you act constructively.
    • Increases listening skills.
    • Helps stop bad habits.
    • Can cure headaches.
    • Helps keep things in perspective.
    • Helps change attitude.
    • Helps you live in the present.

    So just be quiet, (anywhere) and really think about your breathing, this stops you thinking your ‘thoughts’….this is the start. Really feel what the breathing does to your body, where it moves, from your nostrils to your chest, how your tummy expands etc.  Once you start drifting back to your thoughts (this will happen) go straight back to your breathing, it will take practise, be patient.

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    Observe how the rest of your body feels, be aware. Is it hot ? sore? just get a feeling of awareness, and accept it, do not react to a specific feeling, move on to the next.

    NEXT

    This  is being in the present…..nothing else will happen.

    This is a very basic ‘breathing meditation, but there are many books to buy or classes to attend which will show you how meditation can be used positively to conquer all sorts of problems life throws at you..

    Hope to see you at Beauty Haven soon, try practising some meditation whilst having a Hot Stone Back Massage, A purifying Back Cleanse or whilst wrapped up in a Harley Body Wrap, we don’t need to talk, and you can find time to find your inner peace.

  2. 3.The drinking habit.

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    The Water habit. ( research suggests it takes an average of 66 days to create a new habit)

    Drink more!! 

    Is drinking water good for the skin? Well this is a well debated subject… It makes sense to me though, that it won’t hurt.

    All our organs need water and skin is an organ, hydrated organs behave better!

    Drinking enough water  is key to maintaining good health.  We lose water when we go to the toilet, by sweating and through respiration.  If we exercise we lose a lot more. This needs to be replaced.

    A lot of the water we need will come from food, about 20%, but we need to ‘find’ the rest from drinking. Whilst water is the best for rehydration as it is calorie and sugar free, herbal teas, fruit/veg juices can also be beneficial. Too much caffeine from coffee or tea can have negative results, such as a fast heartbeat ,or  a jittery feeling, so these should be limited.

    Drinking enough water helps your body function properly, keeping your temperature regulated, removing waste, protecting joints and organs, and helping with the transportation of nutrients and oxygen to your vital organs, skin will look younger and  concentration improved!!

    If your body is short of fluids apart from being thirsty, you can suffer from pains in joints and muscles, have headaches, suffer from constipation and have dry, tight, flaky skin.

    Don’t  push yourself to drink , just get into a habit and be aware of the benefits. A good guide is a glass  with every meal, one in between meals one first thing in the morning and one before bed.

    As the skin is the last of the organs to receive water, getting what’s left over! It is useful to give it a boost, applying  a moisturiser will help with hydration. After a shower when the skin is still porous  absorbsion will be better.

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    Try Dermalogica’s Hydrating Body Cream, or Ultra Rich Body Cream, Hydrating Booster, Intensive Moisturiser, Super Rich Repair along with many more. A fantastic Facial Treatment for skin needing some hydration is the Multivitamin Power Treatment, the hydro active salt scrub is great for those flaky bodies.

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  3. 52 small blogs.2.

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    Decluttering your mind.

    The wardrobe is a mess, the sock drawer is full of odd socks, more and more is going under the bed. I bet you often decide ‘it’s time to sort things out’!!!…..but, have you thought of all the extra baggage that’s in your mind?? so what about getting that in order?

    Signs that your mind needs a tidy up.

    • Do you get distracted easily.
    • Are you forgetful.
    • Do you run around in circles, and still not get anything done.
    • Do you feel as if you aren’t taking thing in when talking/listening to someone/thing.
    • Does your mind work overtime.

    Remember a mind full of clutter, with too much going on can lead to stress.

    What is taking up your time mentally, and is it serving you wisely??

    If not, either deal with it or get rid of it…..make SPACE to FOCUS on life again.

    • It is useful to write things down, by physically throwing a problem in the bin is helpful. With whatever is left, you can create a plan. Have a specific time everyday for this sorting process.
    • Do something enjoyable everyday, just for yourself, even if it is only for 10 minutes…..never feel guilty as this will lead to a nicer you. Time pampering yourself is well invested, visit Beauty Haven for a relaxing Hot Stone Massage, Reflexology or a Prescriptive Facial, with many other ‘you time treats’ available.
    • Get perspective, enjoy nature, go for a walk, enjoy silence.
    • Start to say ‘No’  more often.
    • Enjoy a relaxing bath, candles lit. This is ‘your space’, time to think and revaluate.
    • Talk to a friend.
    • Keep a notebook.
    • Keep a calendar and to do list.

    Freeing up ‘Mental Space’, can lead to a much happier existence.

  4. 52 small Blogs

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    When was the last time you can say in earnest you tried to revamp your life and make it better,and more to the point stick to it!!

    The Beauty Haven Blog is our way of helping you get direction. Transform parts of your life with baby steps.

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    DECLUTTER.

    As we are a Beauty Company, why not start with clearing out your make up bag or cabinet with products which are out of date, OR you simply don’t use….don’t be sentimental!!

    Old beauty products can carry a lot of bacteria,which could lead to infection and skin problems.

    • Powders,concealers and lip balms are anhydrous (contain no water) so can last a few years.
    • Cleansers and moisturisers often contain fatty acids, which can turn rancid, so discard after 6 months.
    • Mascara…the mascara tube can be a breeding ground for the growth of  bacteria, so discars after 3 months.
    • Eye/lip pencils. If you sharpen these regularly should last a couple of years.
    • Foundations, one year. It is best to use with a sponge as fingers can carry bacteria to and from the bottle.
    • Store makeup, lotions and potions in a cool, dry environment…NOT a bathroom!

    Decluttering also has a therapeutic side to it. Simplify your environment,get rid of excess, feel lighter. Clutter can cause stress and disorganisation, both unnecessary life factors.

    Charity shops could also benefit from your discarded clutter, so as well as achieving a sense of accomplishment you are giving to a good cause.

    Tired now??  time for a massage! Beauty Haven offer Back and Tension, Hot stone  Balinese and Indian Head Massage, the perfect treat after a hard days work.

    To replenish any out of date product, remember, we stock,

    • Dermalogica
    • Jane Iredale
    • He Shi
    • Vita Liberata
    • and sponges/brushes for your foundation!

  5. New Year, New You!!

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    It is generally accepted that those who overindulge during December will want to diet come January. weeks of scoffing canapes and binge-eating mince pies compounded by excessive consumption of booze.

    Winter is upon us, most of us are relieved to get January out of the way . The cold and grey is relentless. We can go for weeks without seeing the sun,we need something to cheer us up.

    Our inch loss body wrap is a great way to lose a few inches whilst feeling totally pampered. Throughout the month of January we are offering a Free Facial with this treatment. Using only the finest natural ingredients, Harley Wrap delivers superior results with the ability to reduce a clients overall body size in just one treatment.

    The secret of the products success is that instead of using a conventional mud wrap system, Harley uses an Aloe Vera based concentrate that gets to work the moment the client is being wrapped. As well as providing instant inch loss, Harley Body Wrap improves skin hydration, tonicity and softness and as a result of the detoxifying effect, energy levels are boosted.

    For further information on any of our treatments or to book an appointment please call 02890 666628

     

     

  6. Summer Skin Part 1

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    As we move towards the summer months it’s time to think ahead and try to prepare our bodies for the sunshine. Most of us will be trying to improve the look of our pale, pasty skin, that has been hiding away for most of the winter, and get that golden glow that most celebrities have all year round. Preparation is key, so let’s get started now.

    Exfoliation and moisturisation are a must to help you achieve smooth, supple summer skin. To make sure that you have all those awkward, hard to reach places exfoliated, why not make an appointment at Beauty Haven Belfast for a Hydro-Active Mineral Salt Scrub. This wonderful treatment will soothe away dull skin whilst restoring vital nutrients to tired skin and you won’t have to do a thing apart from lying back and relaxing.

    If you have a little bit more time to spare, then the Dermalogica Prescriptive Body Treatment would be the perfect kick start to summer skin. Not only will you get an all over body exfoliation but your skin will also benefit from an all over Body Pack of your choice. You can choose from either a detoxifying or a hydrating  pack depending on your skin’s needs. Whilst you are cocooned, enjoy a relaxing scalp massage to soothe and ease away tension. Finish off with an all over application of  either Body Hydrating Cream or Ultrarich Body Cream.

    Next week we will talk about tan and some tips on how to get that streak free application.

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