Avoid the afternoon slump

Far from being an urban myth, the 3pm slump is alive and kicking and something many people experience everyday. You leave the house full of energy, get through your to do list by lunch but come mid-afternoon lethargy kicks in and you start to count the hours until bedtime. The …

Retinols from Dermalogica

“Retinol” is one of those words that we hear bandied about in adverts for beauty products almost every day, with many claiming it to be a wonder-ingredient. But what is retinol and why do we need it? Well, the long and short of it is pretty simple; it’s the animal …

Healthy snacks for kids

Key to establishing, and maintaining, healthy diets for children and teenagers, is to start good eating habits young. Whilst peer pressure and endless adverts for junk food can make life hard for parents, it is possible to create healthy eating so that the dining table doesn’t turn into a battlefield. …

Exfoliate your way to healthy skin

As well as cleansing, toning and moisturising your skin, if you want to keep it in the very best condition, exfoliation needs to be part of your beauty regime. There are three types of exfoliation: manual, enzyme and chemical and the main benefits of this process are: It improves the texture and …

Keep your skin hydrated this summer

We know it isn’t super-hot in the UK right now, but over the summer months it is key to keep your skin healthy and hydrated. At Pure-Beauty we stock products from Decleor and Dermalogica and both brands offer a range of options that ensure moisture is locked in and your …