Daily Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin

Achieving glowing skin isn’t just about genetics—it’s about consistency, care, and using the right products for your skin type. 

A well-structured daily skincare routine can help maintain a healthy complexion, prevent premature ageing, and enhance your natural radiance. 

Here’s a step-by-step guide to the perfect daily skincare routine for glowing skin.

Morning Skincare Routine

1. Cleanser

Start your day with a gentle cleanser that removes overnight sweat, excess oil, and any lingering skincare products from the previous night. Choose a cleanser suited to your skin type—gel-based for oily skin, cream-based for dry skin, and micellar water for sensitive skin.

2. Toner

A good toner helps balance your skin’s pH levels, tighten pores, and prepare your skin for the next steps. Look for toners with hydrating ingredients like rose water or hyaluronic acid for a fresh start to your day.

3. Serum

Serums are concentrated treatments packed with active ingredients. In the morning, opt for a vitamin C serum to brighten your complexion and protect against free radicals. It can also help fade dark spots and boost collagen production.

4. Moisturiser

Hydration is key to a glowing complexion. Use a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser to lock in moisture without clogging pores. If you have dry skin, go for a richer formula.

5. Sunscreen

Never skip sunscreen! UV rays are one of the main causes of premature ageing and dull skin. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher to protect your skin from sun damage, even on cloudy days.

Evening Skincare Routine

1. Makeup Removal & Cleansing

Double cleansing is essential if you wear makeup or sunscreen. Start with an oil-based cleanser or micellar water to dissolve makeup, followed by a gentle face wash to remove any remaining impurities.

2. Exfoliation (2-3 times a week)

Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells, revealing a fresher and brighter complexion. Use a chemical exfoliant like glycolic acid for a gentle yet effective glow boost. Avoid over-exfoliating, as this can cause irritation.

3. Treatment Serum

Nighttime is the best time to use targeted treatments. Retinol, for example, helps with cell turnover and reduces fine lines, while niacinamide works to reduce redness and even out skin tone.

4. Eye Cream

The delicate skin around your eyes needs extra care. A good eye cream can help reduce puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines.

5. Night Cream or Sleeping Mask

Finish with a nourishing night cream or sleeping mask to deeply hydrate and repair your skin while you sleep.

Bonus Tips for Glowing Skin

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated from within.

Eat a Balanced Diet: Foods rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and vitamins (like omega-3s, vitamin E, and C) contribute to a radiant complexion.

Get Enough Sleep: Your skin regenerates while you sleep, so aim for at least 7-8 hours per night.

Manage Stress: High stress levels can lead to breakouts and dull skin. Try yoga, meditation, or breathing exercises to keep your skin happy.

By following this daily skincare routine consistently, you can achieve a healthy, glowing complexion that radiates from within. Remember, skincare is a journey, not an overnight miracle—so be patient and enjoy the process!

For A Fantastic Body Boost In 2012 ... Check Out Knowle Grange Health Spa

If in this Olympic year you are looking for a friendly and relaxed gym, you need look no further than Knowle Grange Health Spa in Frant, near Tunbridge Wells, Kent, where getting fitter is affordable and fun. In addition to a warm natural spring water swimming pool and gym, members can also enjoy the candle lit spa bath and sauna.

New exercise classes and 1 to 1 swimming instruction have been introduced for 2012 including new Ballet Based Pilates classes by former professional Royal Ballet dancer and Rambert trained, Gaby Valenti. These new classes have been designed to sculpt your body and tighten your tummy and can be specifically tailored to smooth your contours and improve your posture. Pilates makes you feel calmer and more focused without breaking into a sweat and at Knowle Grange the self conscious can even book individual classes. Group classes have a maximum of six per class.

To make the most of the natural spring water pool why not enrol in the new one to one swimming lessons designed to improve your swimming stroke and technique. Classes are taken by former triathlete Kenny Hickey, who has trained with Linford Christie.

Get Ski Fit with Pilates. Pilates classes at Knowle Grange are perfect for getting core abdominal muscles strengthened in time for the ski season as it's not just your thighs that feel the burn when you ski as the lower back and stomach can also ache if not effectively strengthened. Skiing from your core actually improves control and balance which in turn improves style and helps you tackle more challenging runs.

Sue Hutchings, who owns and manages Knowle Grange, helps members put a tailored fitness programme into place to achieve fitness and weight goals. This can be achieved by combining swimming, a gym programme or 1 to 1 workouts with a personal trainer.

When your muscles need a little TLC Knowle Grange can offer physiotherapy, deep tissue massage and sports massage from any of the10 strong team of highly trained professionals.

Knowle Grange offers a wonderful range of pamper days and beauty treatments including Rejuvanessence treatments - a wonderfully holistic therapy that gently lifts and releases the facial muscles and helps promote a more youthful appearance.

If you'd like to give any pamper treats, membership or classes as a gift, personalised vouchers are available which come in beautiful gift bags.

To find out more visit www.knowlegrange.co.uk

Spa Secrets Winter 2011 Out Now

Winter 2011/12 issue out now
— interview with Erin O’Connor, great subs offer & win a trip to Mauritius
See the 22-page ezine www.spasecretsmagazine.com/winter11

The 164-page Winter issue of Spa Secrets is out now and asks when was the last time you considered changing your beauty regime - is there an age-specific beauty regime for you?

Editor Katie Reich-Storer, says: “It’s time to act your age – if you’re still using the same moisturiser now as you were 10 years ago, it's definitely time you looked at your beauty regime and brought it up to date to match your age. Our beauty feature will help you choose the right products whether you are in your 20s, 30s, 40s or over 50s.”

Also Inside
• The Big Question: Is there a right time to become a parent and why are so many women leaving it later to start a family?
• Beauty and Wellbeing features include – spa treatments to help you combat common problems from water retention to uneven skin tone; and the latest perfumes and nail polishes for your beauty bag.
• Travel: Ski & Spa – choose from one of the top ski resorts and do your après ski in the spa. Or head for some winter sun in one of the luxurious resorts in South East Asia.
• Competition: A five-night holiday for two, in Mauritius with Four Seasons Hotels and Air Mauritius.
• Superb Subscription offer: Subscribe for only £5 and receive a free Elemental Herbology product worth £40 (while stocks last).

Regulars inside
• Trends: Tackling the latest fads from fashion, to beauty and nutrition.
• The scene: What are the latest beauty, spa and salon innovations? They round up this season’s best new products and update you on the latest news.
• And their usual round of spa and hotel reviews
• Expert tips: Make-up artist Jemma Kidd picks out four key looks for winter
• Interview: Supermodel Erin O’Connor on her model sanctuary
• Fitness & Health: From personal fitness trainers, to Bikram yoga, foods to boost your immune system and fend off the common cold and why honey is so good for you.

Take a sneak peak at the 22-page ‘teaser’ magazine at: www.spasecretsmagazine.com/winter11

For more information visit www.spasecretsmagazine.com

Twenty One Healthy & Happy Years at Ragdale Hall

The Owners of award winning health spa Ragdale Hall, Michael Isaacs & Penny Nesbitt celebrated twenty one years of their involvement on 15th June.

Since Ragdale Hall was opened as a health farm in 1973 by Slimming Magazine, this is by far the longest and most stable period of ownership.

Michael Isaacs and Gary Nesbitt (Penny’s late husband) creators of the Our Price record shop chain, brought Ragdale in 1990 and during the last two decades have invested extensively in new facilities and building up a fine reputation as one of the top spas in the UK.

In November 2007 the multi million pound Thermal Spa opened featuring an indoor/outdoor waterfall pool, unique Candle Pool and a series of heat and water experiences.

Employing 460 staff, Ragdale has won many accolades including the Best Spa in Europe 2007 and more recently Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Spa Awards 2010 Favourite UK Spa Retreat and also Sunday Times Travel Magazine’s Readers’ Awards – Favourite UK Spa 2010.

Michael Isaacs commented “Ragdale Hall is a very special place and Penny and I are very proud to have been it’s custodians for the last 21 years. We have an incredible band of very loyal staff, many who have been with us from day one. We are also very grateful for the support of so many loyal guests who come back time and time again”.

As part of the 21st anniversary celebrations the history book, ‘Ragdale Hall – The Life and Times of an English Country House’ has been updated and reprinted, telling the story of the Hall through the last 225 years, including it’s most recent history!

Available by mail order from the Boutique or online shop for £12.95, it is a fascinating historical insight.

For more information please visit www.ragdalehall.co.uk

Bottoms Up! Best exercise tips for your rear

Following all the attention surrounding Pippa Middleton’s bottom as well as the upcoming Rear of the Year 2011, Pure Gym has put together a collection of tips to suit every body type (whether ‘apple’, ‘pear’, ‘hourglass’ or ‘tube’) – on how to get your bum in rear of the year shape!

Body Shape= Apple ( Generally rounder shape but slightly bigger top half )
Exercises; Walking, Running, ( Leg press, squats, deadlifts )
TIPS- Concentrate on lower body. Strength exercises keep the resistance and the reps low.

Body Shape= Pear ( Larger lower body smaller upper body )
Exercises ; Skipping, cycling, xtrainer, walking ( Push ups, dips, shoulder press )
TIPS- Pick aerobic exercises that work the lower body and strength exercises for the upper body. Light reps high repetitions.

Body Shape= Hour Glass ( Well proportioned upper and lower with a narrower waist )
Exercises ; slow jogging, jumping jacks, swimming, stationary bike. ( Bicep curls, shoulder press, squats )
TIPS – Vary your repetitions and keep resistance light so as not to build too much muscle mass

Body Shape= Ruler / Tube ( slim, not much difference between hips, waist and shoulders )
Exercises ; Spinning, Step classes, (sit ups, squats)
TIPS- Can do pretty much anything. Do resistance training. Try do all muscle groups to get body symmetrical.

Survey results reveal the biggest barriers to joining a gym are high membership fees (72%), fixed contracts (40%) and lack of time (55%). Removing industry stereotypes such as inflexible contracts, limited opening hours and high cost memberships, Pure Gym offers low cost membership including ‘Price for life’, 24 hour opening and no contract. The concept is already proving a big hit with a quarter (25%) of their members having never joined a gym before.

Pure Gym was founded in 2009 and currently has 14 sites in Aberdeen, Warrington, Sheffield, Manchester, two in Edinburgh, Leeds, Wolverhampton, Glasgow, Leicester, Southampton, Belfast and two in Birmingham. In addition, a further 4 gyms are in development, including 2 in London. Current expansion plans hope to achieve 100,000 members by the end of 2011.

• No contract Low monthly cost 24 hour opening
• Free classes Free initial exercise induction Dedicated members website
• Money back guarantee Personal trainers available Price for Life
• Showers & changing rooms

Each Pure Gym has state-of-the-art equipment that is available to use 24/7 including cardio vascular training equipment, strength training equipment, multi-station strength training equipment and bodycore training platforms.

Each gym is also equipped with treadmills, indoor bicycles, elliptical trainer, rowing machines and steppers. All of the gyms are also equipped with a free weights area, containing a full set of dumbbells weighing up to 36kg, a smith machine and kettlebells.

The Company also offers a Price for Life guarantee – the price you join at is the price you will always pay. Pre-join a gym before opening and if you are not happy with it, there is a money-back guarantee. For more information visit www.puregym.co.uk

Fushi Wellbeing Providing Optimum Health And Wellbeing Naturally And Organically

Fushi Wellbeing has achieved The Vegan Society stamp of approval, with 98% of its products declared suitable for vegans.

What a lot of people might not be aware of is that The Vegan Society was launched in 1944. This hard-working charity is active in its work against all forms of exploitation of and cruelty to animals.

According to the Society, the ethics of consuming animal products, in this instance dairy produce, was debated by The Vegetarian Society as long ago as 1909.

What has long dogged a vegan lifestyle, however, is the question of just how healthy is a vegan diet. The truth is that we know so much more about the role of vitamins, proteins, minerals, and the various enzymes and phyto-nutrients and their importance not only for general health but also anti-aging and cellular activity, But, we also know so much more about the sources of these vital nutrients and how to avoid animal produce and instead look to Mother Nature for everything we need.

Now as well as vegans, Fushi's slew of high quality, results-driven supplements, tinctures and herbal drinks, as well as its prestige beauty and haircare ranges are all suitable for vegetarians for optimal health and wellbeing - which makes them best for everyone! Vegan or not.

Wild Flower Bee Pollen - £12.20

Individually Accredited Vegan by the vegan society
Bee pollen is a highly concentrated source of essential elements and the most complete food in nature. It contains all water-soluble vitamins, especially high in B and C, 22 amino acids, 27 minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper and iron.

Directions : 1.5 gm. a day taken on an empty stomach preferably first thing in the morning

Fushi Beauty Totale - (£14.95)

Packed with 24 of the most essential nutrients for skin, hair and nails. The potent ingredients include vitamin A, a crucial antioxidant for skin DNA at a cellular level, it helps repair and regenerate; zinc is known to for its benefits for skin complaints such as acne; silica contributes to collagen formation and is good for strong nails; vitamin C is important in the production of collagen; essential amino acids support elastin and collagen production; beta-carotene and vitamin E help the skin's natural defences against free radicals.

All these ingredients are bio available, which means the nutrients are in the most absorbable form.
Directions: 1-2 capsules daily with breakfast and dinner.

Fushi Organic Spirulina Capsules - £10.16
Spirulina is used for rejuvenation, weight reduction and is considered an excellent blood and colon cleanser. Extremely rich in protein, Spirulina contains a massive 26 times the calcium of milk, as well as potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, phosphorous and iron. In addition to these beneficial minerals, you can get your B-complex A and E vitamins from Spirulina.

Directions: 1-3 capsules daily.

Total Repair Herbal Shampoo £15.26 for 250 ml

This nourishing shampoo is specially formulated to treat normal to dry, and damaged hair types. It's generously medicated with the soothing and healing properties of calendula and the tonifying and rejuvenating action of frankincense and neroli essential oils. Combined with the nourishing attributes of sandalwood and vitamin and protein-rich avocado oil, dull and damaged hair is lifted, healthy and glossy and smells refreshed with orange essential oil.

Total Repair & Soothe Herbal Conditioner £18.32 for 250ml
This dual functioning conditioner is packed with 88% herbal ingredients. Calendula with its soothing and healing action, combines with the invigorating properties of frankinscense and ceroli, shine-inducing, vitamin and protein-rich avocado oil and sandalwood nourish, soothe and repair damage to the scalp and hair shaft.

Antioxidants are key to helping protect against the aging effects of UV
exposure and pollution, mopping up damaging free radical activity - literally the metabolic waste disposal of the body's cells. And, of course, if you have overdosed on uv exposure, antioxidants are critical to help support the body and reduce longer term damage.

Fushi's Superfoods from £10.16
The big dilemma about the superfoods - so-called because of the optimum beauty, health and wellbeing benefits they provide - is which one to choose.

Says Rick Hay, Fushi's own nutritionist: "Superfoods are incredibly high in protein and all the vital phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals the body needs, but in the same way that we all have talents, so each superfood has a role in overall health that it does best and which can work either to support the body in any deficiencies, but also to "turbo-charge" even the healthiest diet for optimum results."

The List: Acai has an extremely high ORAC value, which measures its antioxidant levels - great for general health and boosting immunity, it's an excellent anti-ager and also good for weightloss. Wheatgrass is extremely chlorophyll rich, the lifeblood of the plant, and is an extremely good energy booster and for use when detoxing. Chlorella, again rich in chlorophyll, is a powerful cleanser for the digestive system and for stimulating elimination, but it also has alkalizing properties so it reduces inflammation. Alfalfa, is a good digestive tonic.

So according to Fushi, vegetarian, vegan, health freak, or just in need of a good overhaul, Fushi Wellbeing is the one-stop shop for all your optimum health needs.

Fushi's body care products are free from Parabens, Petrochemicals, SLS, PEGs and synthetics.

Fushi is available from:
* Via the website www.fushi.co.uk, or Mail-order by calling 0845 330 1880
* Follow Fushi on Facebook

FACTFILE:
The Product Range:
* Herbal Remedies
* Nutriceuticals
* Hair care, Body and bath care
* Aromatherapy & Massage oils

Fushi believes the body shouldn't be overexposed to chemicals and unnatural elements and uses natural and organic ingredients wherever possible. Fushi supports Fair Trade, only buying products from suppliers that do not exploit indigenous populations around the globe. Fushi is a Member if the Ethical Company Organisation and the Good Shopping Guide.

Losers can be winners!

A workout expert and TV star is came to a Lichfield health club to meet members and hold exclusive exercise classes.

Richard Callender, who trains contestants on ITV’s The Biggest Loser, was holding the classes at Esporta Health and Racquets Club Lichfield, on Birmingham Road, Shenstone, on the afternoon of Saturday April 2nd.

The Biggest Loser is the UK version of the hit US TV show where overweight challengers compete to win a cash prize by losing the most weight.

Richard is a much sought-after personal trainer and was chatting to members and guide them through three workouts called ‘Armageddon Bootcamp’, ‘Urban Funk’ and ‘Soul Stretch’.

Jo Ward, the general manager of Esporta Health and Racquets Club Lichfield, said: “There was a lot of buzz among members about meeting Richard, especially the ladies!

“We are always looking for something different for our studio classes and it’s fantastic to get such a well-known celebrity in the club."

“After the classes he was holding a question and answer session with members, so they could benefit from his knowledge as a high level studio instructor and personal trainer.”

For more information about the Esporta Health and Racquets Club Lichfield please go to www.esporta.com