The skin is the largest organ of the body and is made up of multiple layers of cells that are constantly going through self shedding and regeneration once every 30 days. The skin is made up of 3 main layers: Epidermis, Dermis and Subcutaneous or hypodermis. These layers are held together by the protein, collagen and elastin fibres. Collagen provides durability and strength. Time taken for deepest layer to come to the top is 45-75 days.

• Regular sleep gives our body the chance to work on repairing cells.

• Regular Exercising and massage stimulates circulation and blood flow.

• Drinking eight glasses of water a day keeps skin plump, hydrated and healthy. The body is composed of 70% water. Well hydrated skin is healthy and young looking.

• take only warm showers and stay away from prolonged sauna exposure.

• Stay protected from the sun to prevent the skin from becoming dehydrated and the damaging effects of UV rays on the skin.

• Follow an anti-aging Diet rich in fruits and green leafy vegetables that are full of natural antioxidants.

Cleansing: Clean your skin every evening - The skin pores get blocked dut to exposure to air pollutions, wind, sun, air conditioning, dirt and grime from our fingers. It is really important to remove stale make-up, perspiration, dirt, dust, excess oil etc. Use a good, natural cleanser that removes only the impurities without stripping the skin of nutrients and moisture.

Exfoliating: It is important to help the skin renewal process by removing dead skin cells. Exfoliate at least twice a week to get rid of dead skin cells. Care should be taken if you have broken capillaries/surface veins.

Clay Masks: Clay helps to deep cleanse and draw out impurities and to soften and condition the skin.

Moisturising: Moisturing helps to protect your skin from daily pollutants. Moisturising morning and evening with a natural moisturiser hydrates, moisturises and protects the skin.

For a moisturizing and nourishing mask, blend a mashed banana with white cosmetic clay and apply.

Body Care

For Hands: Mash a banana with some butter and rub on your hands.

Before Shower: Body brushing helps exfoliate, tone and stimulate the skin as well as helping the natural drainage of our lymph glands. Dry body brushing before a shower with a natural bristle brush. Always brush upwards to the heart in quick, rhythmic strokes and brush down to the heart when you reach the shoulder/neck area.

After Shower: Apply body lotion. Water is a natural hydration for the skin.