by Ane Axford on May 17, 2012
My all-time favorite all-natural facial care. “Unconditional Love” is literally the first ingredient in many of the products. And they have SUCH punny names, I am a sucker for a good pun…and a bad pun (is there a difference?).
Plus, a lot of the ingredients are things you can eat. It is really feeding your body. I have never loved skin care so much.
Some of my favorite specific products are ::
Pack Your Bags, They’re Leaving :: Instant Gratification Eye Gel
I am a cryer, and if I cry at all in a day then the next day I wake up with red and puffy eyes. So, if I have been bawling my eyes out…it really ain’t pretty. I put this gel on (sometimes a couple applications), then wipe it off with a cool, wet cloth.
You Can’t Zit Here! :: Blemish Banishing Foamy Wash
It is really good for reactive or rashy skin. I love it.
Honey, I Shrunk the Pores! :: Biologically Active Skin Polish
It really does! Pores are instantly smaller.
Amazing Face :: Rejuvenating Moisturizer
It really is! I use this one at night. It is thick and creamy, feels so good going on.
Rose Du Jour :: Light & Lovely Moisturizer
I use this lighter moisturizer for the day. It is light and just right.
Check out all the face care and see which ones might feel right for YOU.
by Ane Axford on May 17, 2012
Many highly sensitive people struggle with chronic inflammation. It is the root of most disease. It creates a breeding ground for bacteria which then leads to a vicious cycle that feeds the bacteria. This can then lead to autoimmune disorders over time, or hypersensitivity. Some common causes of inflammation are muscle tension from stress, eating an imbalance of acidic (starches, sugars, carbohydrates, caffeine, alcohol, meat) to alkaline foods (greens, some fruit), eating foods that one is intolerant to (gluten/wheat, dairy, soy), lack of sleep, environmental toxins…which then leads to craving more and more of these and increased inflammation, hence the vicious cycle. This article does a thorough and succinct job of describing how the highly sensitive nervous system can have a greater tendency toward inflammation.
OPC-3 is a powerful antioxidant supplement that counteracts and supports in preventing this process to decrease chronic inflammation, along with improve circulation and regulate blood sugar levels. This cutting edge supplement is in an isotonic form, which means it is liquid that is immediately bio-available to your body and goes right into the blood stream. For HSPs, this also means that your sensitive stomach won’t have a hard pill to try and digest. I don’t have any side effects from taking this, no stomach ache. To find out all about what OPC-3 is and how it does this, from research to ingredients and frequently asked questions, click on the tabs below the picture of the bottle on this page. You can also find research about OPC-3 on PubMed.gov, just enter it in the search box, and check out Pycnogenol.com to find out all about one of the powerful antioxidants in the supplement.
I personally noticed a dramatic improvement in my health when I started taking OPC-3 regularly: fewer infections, fewer allergic reactions, improved complexion and resolution of rashes. Plus, whenever I have had an infection or start to get an allergic reaction, I take 4 to 6 doses and it’s handled. Literally AMAZING. I have given it to multiple friends who struggle with autoimmune issues, including celiac disease, hypothyroidism, M.S. They noticed dramatic results, particularly around menstruation, having a significant decrease in bloating and cramping. I think it is a MUST for supporting highly sensitive bodies in day-to-day life. SO, check it out and see for yourself!