by Annette @ Wellness WA | Apr 19, 2012 | Organic, Products, Reviews
There is something about the French – an attitude and a way of life that is so undeniably natural and effortless, a certain je ne sais quoi if you like.
Les femmes française (French women) have a lot to teach us Aussie lasses about their approach to beauty. The time I have spent in France and with French friends made me realize how little time they spend grooming. This is not to say they don’t put any effort in, they just don’t sweat the small stuff. Most let their hair air dry, wear little make up and generally engage in a healthy abandon we sometimes lack.
French women are adored all over the world for their elegant, chic and simplistic style and their coveted beauty, so it’s no wonder that the French produce some of the finest quality skincare and makeup brands in the world.
PHYT’S Naturo-Esthetique is one of these fine brands, specializing in certified organic skincare. The PHYT’S team have a passion for ecological sustainability and produce pure, chemical free therapeutic products that are not tested on animals. All PHYT’S products are certified by COSMEBIO – the Professional Association for Natural, Ecological and Organic Cosmetics. With products like this at their fingertips, its no wonder the French sport such unblemished, radiant complexions.
I was lucky enough to try out a few goodies from this gorgeous range of products and would highly recommend the following…
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♥ Activ’Peel Gentle Exfoliating Scrub – $38
I have un petit obsession with face scrubs. There is something about actually feeling the impurities lift from my face and feeling my skin refined and pores clear that rates highly with me when it comes to exfoliating. I’ve tried most exfoliants out there, but I absolutely loved this one! The smell (lemon oil, aloe vera, grapefruit oil, pansy oil and geranium oil), the texture and the refreshing feel afterwards: a glorious trio that make up the latest addition to my skincare regime.
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♥ Naturoderm Antiseptic – $31
I didn’t use this product as frequently as I used the others, mainly because it is for specific problems. When I did use it however, I found it was particularly effective on pimples – the St. Johns Wort ingredient helped to curb any of the bacteria spreading, while the sage and rose geranium helped to dry out and heal the spot. I am prone to breakouts and this antiseptic was great at stopping pimples in their tracks!
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♥ Shampooing Traitant – $36
This shampoo provided my hair with the exact amount of nourishment it was craving! After resolving to grow my balayage out (see, I am SO French!), I was on the hunt for some natural products to strengthen and restore my hair from it’s frazzled, dry and split end glory. The Phyt’s shampoo did just that, and my hair is now so much healthier and boasts a lovely natural shine. Infused with bitter orange and blackcurrant, it smells divine. I even had a couple of people tell me my hair smelt nice, which isn’t as weird as it sounds. And, it can be used daily…winner!
In Western Australia, only the residents of Bunbury have the luxury of receiving Phyt’s at Amanda’s Beauty, so head to the Phyt’s website to order online.
Review by Lucy, french skincare lovin’ lass.
Be well,
xoxo
by Annette @ Wellness WA | Apr 18, 2012 | Events, Exercise, Reviews
The evening of Saturday 31st of March saw about 20 health and wellness lovers get together at Performance Pilates and Physiotherapy Centre in West Perth to celebrate Earth hour by swapping lights for hundreds of gorgeous candles (some from Peachy Clean), and getting stuck into an hour long pilates class instructed by Renee from RENZ Pilates. I’ll admit this is not the usual way I spend my Saturday evenings, but it was such a special night and it’s made me realise that I do love exercising when the sun has gone down. There’s just something special about it!
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Renee had us stretching, toning, breathing and relaxing in varied and flowing pilates sequences. She is a great teacher, providing individual assistance to all participants and it was an incredibly enjoyable experience, I just knew my bum, legs, tum and arms were going to be sore the next day 🙂 Sure enough, for 2 days after the class I felt the sweet ache of exercise done well.
♥ A nice hip opener
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Audrey (owner of Performance Pilates & Physiotherapy) & our lovely instructor Renee of RENZ Pilates!
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Fancy pants advanced pilates moves after the class!
Hope you enjoyed reading about this fun and worthwhile event!
Wellness WA has plans to bring some reader events to you in the near future… would anyone be keen?
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
by Annette @ Wellness WA | Apr 17, 2012 | Events, Organic, Products, Reviews
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A couple of weeks ago, Renee from RENZ Pilates and I went along to a KORA Organics event held in South Perth. Renee writes for the KORA blog, and I of course have a keen interest in any beauty, health or wellness happenings around town! The table setting that greeted us at the event, skincare goodies and Noni juice!
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Noni shot, coconut water, regular water, organic champers!
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Wise words from Miranda, this was a big theme of the evening.
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The event started with us all toasting with a shot of Noni juice with Therese (Miranda’s mum)… it packs a strong antioxidant punch, but you can just tell it’s doing good things!
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A big part of the evening was learning and testing out all the products from the range, as well as conducting our own facial. Here’s Ren with one of the yummy KORA masks.
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Along with the drinks, skincare sampling and wise words from Therese Kerr, we were also fed. Dinner was an absolutely incredible quinoa and coconut curry, this picture really doesn’t do it justice – it was superb – and created by Miranda’s own chef Kate McAloon! I could have gladly eaten this meal 5 times a week, it was that good.
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To top off the curry, we had a very special healthy dessert created for us! With oats, walnuts, raspberries, yoghurt and mint. This was also delish, and Kate created one with just milk specially for me as they weren’t sure if the yoghurt had gelatin in it (not vegetarian). So sweet of her!
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Miranda’s Mum on the right, if you couldn’t guess!
I would completely recommend the KORA events to anyone who is interested in Miranda Kerr or organic skincare, you can find out more info on upcoming events on the KORA blog!
Would you liked to have gone? Let us know below!
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
by Annette @ Wellness WA | Apr 16, 2012 | Other
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Hands up who loves their Mum? Me, me, me! While we should appreciate them every day, it’s lovely that there is a day to officially recognise and appreciate the women who have read us bed time stories, held our hand on the way to school, lovingly cut the crusts off our year 1 sandwiches, and always been there for a hug when we’ve needed it.
To help you celebrate your wonderful mum, grandmother, or other special lady in your life this Mother’s Day, we’ve teamed up with the incredibly generous folk at Be Genki to bring you a Mamas Day competition that will more than make up for all the midnight “monster-under-the-bed” wakeup cries…
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Prize
Once exceptionally lucky lady will be the recipient of the completely indulgent Be Genki Serenity Home Spa Ritual pack, valued at $100, which contains the following luxury goodies that will put a relaxed smile on any mums face!
♥ Be Genki Serenity Bath and Shower Oil 100ml – I personally absolutely adore this product, it’s one of my favourite bathtime treats
♥ Be Genki Serenity Body Oil 100 ml
♥ Be Genki Serenity Oil Blend 15mL
♥ Be Genki Serenity Herbal Tea 40gm
♥ Be Genki Serenity Ritual Card
♥ Be Genki Hand-Made Gift Box
Be Genki Serenity Home Spa Ritual is designed to be used anytime during the day or night to help bring about a sense of calm, especially when in a state of stress.
♥ Treat mum to an indulgent day spa experience in her very own home!
To win, you must like Wellness WA on Facebook and then answer the following question in the comment section below:
My mum (or other amazing woman in your life) is the best in the world because…?
Entries close 30th April 2012 (coincidentally, that is my own mums birthday!) & winner will be notified on Facebook & by email!
Best of luck and happy Mother’s Day 🙂
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And the winner is…
E-von L
Congratulations E-von! I will be emailing you soon to organise delivery of this fantastic prize. Happy Mother’s Day! ♥
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
by Annette @ Wellness WA | Apr 13, 2012 | Wellness Tips
Does anyone else adore grocery shopping as much as I do? I tend to make a bee-line for any aisle containing the words ‘health’ or ‘organic’ and spend ages contemplating giving almost every item a new home in my pantry. This week I picked up a big bag of almonds (to activate and make home-made almond milk!), organic pasta sauce, Caesar’s salt grind (my fave!), lemon, parsley and shallot infused quinoa (!!!), snow pea sprouts – unfortunately these had a spider in them so I didn’t end up eating them! The Noni juice was a gift from the Miranda Kerr KORA Organics event 🙂
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There’s nothing like having a big soak in the bath to help soothe sore muscles after 3 hours of yoga! I love both macrobiotic sea salt & detoxing mojave clay to help heal me 🙂
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One day a week I treat myself to a meal from PAWS. This ones a kale & peach juice, raw salad & tofutti cutie! YUM.
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I bought this cute clear teacup from T2 and have been using it for tea, as well as Noni Juice pictured here!!! Excellent way to start the day 🙂
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While not the most exciting meal out there, mashed potatoes and mashed chickpeas is a simple favourite of mine when I want to stock up on protein and carbs 🙂
Hope you enjoyed this weeks wellness piccies! 🙂
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
