The words 'cosmetics', 'toiletries' and 'perfume' conjure up a vision of pampering beauty treatments. Today the regular use of all these things is commonplace. We are drawn to claims that certain products are anti-ageing and that they help eliminate wrinkles, liver spots, dry skin and grey hair.
Dr Christian Barnard is quoted as saying that changes in the skin, which we identify with ageing, are largely due to damage inflicted on the skin cells by environmental factors. When this damage is repaired, many of the normal functions of the cells will return, allowing the skin to look younger.
Some essential oils can have a cell regenerating effect, and when blended properly this effect can be heightened.
Sea Buckthorn oil for instance, can help to treat leathery or thickened skin which causes severe itching. It also regenerates cells and is very high in Vitamin C and Omega 3 fatty acids. It can help thread veins to fade and protects against the elements.
Pomegranate seed oil has a remarkable ability to nourish, moisturise and repair the skin and improve elasticity. It has natural estorgen, anti-oxidants and is anti-inflammatory. Revitalises dull and mature skin and strengthens the epidermis also assisting collagen production and has a very strong sun protection factor, reversing damage of sun exposure.
Sunflower oil is very close in molecular structure to our own sebum the natural oil which lubricates our skin. The Greek Physicians used to bathe new born babies with this oil to moisturise and condition their skin, it is very high in essential fatty acids
Aloe Vera gel is a powerful healer antimicrobial and extremely moisturising and soothing to the skin. Brilliant on burns and is an anti-inflammatory.
All Victoria's products are Paraben and SLS free, not tested on animals, are safety certified. They are prepared and individually mixed by hand in small batches for freshness.
Her range of natural cosmetics including:
TESTIMONIALS:
We have been using Vicky's products for about 5 years.
Vicky's liquid tea tree soap is an all rounder. Apart from the fact that it smells lovely, in my opinion is far superior to any other soap of its kind that I haved tried.
The whole family uses it as well as friends who comment on the 'lovely smell'. My 13 year old son who is rather adverse to a wash uses it as a quick fix hand and face wash, which has helped with his 'teenage skin'.
The face creams are wonderful too. Both my teenage girls are prone to spots and I find the Pure cream really helps to maintain as healthy a complexion as possible. I love the range with added essential oils. Apart from the lightness and silkyness of the creams there is nothing nicer than sitting in bed at night having applied it and enjoying the aroma floating around me, it's heavenly. I especially love the Fresh Citrus blend with Sweet Orange mmmm.
Jan - East Sussex
The Rich Rose cream is gorgeous. I use it every day morning and evening. It helps to soothe my dry skin and helps with the scar that I have making it feel a lot more comfortable.
Angela - Headcorn.
I love the Rose cream, I can't live without it.
Margarite - East Sussex
Your lovely Lavender cream is so versatile, as well as a daily moisturiser, it helps to calm and relax me. A great aftersun cream, I put a blob in my ear to clear wax and it worked a treat. I'm never without a pot.
Margaret - East Sussex
My hands get so dry and rough from my farm work, Vicky made a cream for my hands and I can feel it working the moment I put it on, now I wouln't use anything else.
John - Bells Yew Green
