Skin Slugging
“Skin Slugging” has garnered the interest of beauty enthusiasts TikTokers for giving a mega-watt hydration hit…but is there substance to the hype? Indeed, the skincare technique known as ‘slugging’ isn’t just a passing fad; it’s grounded in science. By slathering occlusive ingredients, a barrier forms on the skin, sealing in moisture and thwarting water loss. Petrolatum, beeswax, squalane, shea butter, and castor oil are among the key players in this method. One product that lends itself well to this trend is Bamford’s Firming Face Cream brimming with occlusives ingredients including carnauba wax, castor oil, coffee arabica seed oil and silica. Incorporate it as the last step of your evening skincare routine for a glassy complexion.
Tongue Reading
Our tongues, often overlooked in Western medicine, serve as powerful indicators of our health. Tongue readings have been used in Chinese Medicine as a diagnostic tool, revealing hidden imbalances and deficiencies. Illuminating the ancient holistic assessment in the social media sphere is Jiaming Ju. You might have stumbled upon her captivating niche videos analysing celeb tongues! On a personal level, her platform KUN Health is where to head to decode your tongue’s messages and learn how to interpret the subtle signals your tongue is sending about your health.
Sleep Deprivation
A staggering 71% of adults in the UK fall short of the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep per night! So, how can we enhance our sleep? Let’s kick off with the foundation: our bed. Creating an optimal sleep environment not only enhances REM sleep but also minimises disturbances throughout the night. Thus, investing in a quality mattress is crucial. Simba’s Hybrid® Pro Mattress is crafted with open-cell Simbatex® foam ensuring airflow, contoured support, and anti-motion transfer. If you get restless when you’re over tired, Simba’s Orbit Weighted Blanket is a gamechanger to stop you tossing and turning offering a grounded sensation. For tech enthusiasts, the new Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra is the smart mattress topper that utilises biofeedback to regulate temperature and track sleep patterns, all without altering the feel or firmness of your mattress.
PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 1 in 10 women in the UK, characterised by hormonal imbalances and excessive insulin and androgen production. This can lead to weight gain, excess body or facial hair, and menstrual irregularities. While there’s no cure, research indicates that supplementing Myo-inositol and selenium can ease symptoms. Selenium helps by reducing oxidative stress, crucial in PCOS progression, and supports antioxidant defence, immune function, insulin regulation, and thyroid health. Adequate selenium intake from diet can enhance overall health and manage PCOS symptoms. Myo-inositol improves insulin sensitivity, lowers androgen levels, and normalises menstrual cycles. It also supports ovarian function, boosting fertility and reducing symptoms like hirsutism and acne associated with PCOS. MyOva’s Hair Skin & Nails contains both these wonder ingredients, alongside a host of vitamins and minerals to encourage your hair, skin and nails to thrive.
Lash Growth
We’re not all blessed with lush, long lashes, but if you find yourself in this camp, there are several natural-looking tips that can dramatically enhance your lashes without resorting to extensions. While most growth serums require patience, the UKLASH Eyelash Growth Serum stimulates lash growth at an accelerated pace, the results are impressive, to say the least! Once your lashes achieve length and volume thanks to UKLASH, a lash lift provides the perfect finishing touch for fluttery eyes. Elleebana Certified salons worldwide have revolutionised this treatment, offering the fastest lash lift, completed in just 20-30 minutes. With the growth serum, lash lift, and tint combo, mascara becomes a thing of the past, leaving you with effortlessly lifted lashes that make you look more awake without any effort at all.
Silent Travel
Last year, off-the-grid travel emerged as a remedy for our tech-fuelled lifestyles, but 2024 is taking it a step further with the rise of silent travel. This trend reflects our increasingly noisy and overstimulated world. Drawing inspiration from the Buddhist practice of Vipassana, which involves up to 10 days of ‘noble silence’, silent travel offers a profound shift in perspective, allowing individuals to ‘see things as they really are’. Julia Roberts gave us a glimpse of this in ‘Eat, Pray, Love’. From silent retreats and boutique hotels to secluded cabins, numerous destinations offer the silent treatment. Luxury nature hotel Peace & Quiet in Sweden embodies the trend as their ethos, as does Unplugged, a cabin-in-woods style stay with encouragement to lock away your phone.
The Daily Commute
Peloton revealed Brits commute from an average of 64 minutes each day, with at least two unexpected delays accounting for 22 minutes. Often this time is spent squished on a sweltering tube, stuck in traffic or doom strolling if you manage to nab a seat. Why not hack your commute by running to or from work? Cost-effective, better for the planet and doubling as your daily exercise, it’s time to rethink the way we commute. Developed for runners, Stolt’s Podium Commuter Backpack has been ergonomically designed to get you from A to B with all your bits and bobs in tow. It’s super lightweight and has a pocket to keep laptops secure. Likewise, you’re going to need a good pair of trainers, Lululemon’s Beyondfeel Shoes are the new runners on the scene making waves! Pair this with Peloton’s guided runs offering tailored routines to ramp up your distance, instil consistency, and keep you motivated.
Depression
Experiencing depression often means reduced activity in the front area of your brain, which helps regulate mood, sleep, and motivation. Traditionally, antidepressants have been the go-to treatment, but a groundbreaking, medication-free option has emerged. The Flow tDCS Headset uses gentle electrical impulses to stimulate the sluggish parts of the brain, activating the cells. This neurostimulation treatment is backed by decades of clinical research, with recent meta-analyses showing that tDCS is as effective as other treatments but with fewer side effects. If you or someone you know struggles with depression and prefers to avoid medication, this innovative treatment could be life-changing!
Skin Slugging
“Skin Slugging” has garnered the interest of beauty enthusiasts TikTokers for giving a mega-watt hydration hit…but is there substance to the hype? Indeed, the skincare technique known as ‘slugging’ isn’t just a passing fad; it’s grounded in science. By slathering occlusive ingredients, a barrier forms on the skin, sealing in moisture and thwarting water loss. Petrolatum, beeswax, squalane, shea butter, and castor oil are among the key players in this method. One product that lends itself well to this trend is Bamford’s Firming Face Cream brimming with occlusives ingredients including carnauba wax, castor oil, coffee arabica seed oil and silica. Incorporate it as the last step of your evening skincare routine for a glassy complexion.
Lash Growth
We’re not all blessed with lush, long lashes, but if you find yourself in this camp, there are several natural-looking tips that can dramatically enhance your lashes without resorting to extensions. While most growth serums require patience, the UKLASH Eyelash Growth Serum stimulates lash growth at an accelerated pace, the results are impressive, to say the least! Once your lashes achieve length and volume thanks to UKLASH, a lash lift provides the perfect finishing touch for fluttery eyes. Elleebana Certified salons worldwide have revolutionised this treatment, offering the fastest lash lift, completed in just 20-30 minutes. With the growth serum, lash lift, and tint combo, mascara becomes a thing of the past, leaving you with effortlessly lifted lashes that make you look more awake without any effort at all.
Tongue Reading
Our tongues, often overlooked in Western medicine, serve as powerful indicators of our health. Tongue readings have been used in Chinese Medicine as a diagnostic tool, revealing hidden imbalances and deficiencies. Illuminating the ancient holistic assessment in the social media sphere is Jiaming Ju. You might have stumbled upon her captivating niche videos analysing celeb tongues! On a personal level, her platform KUN Health is where to head to decode your tongue’s messages and learn how to interpret the subtle signals your tongue is sending about your health.
Silent Travel
Last year, off-the-grid travel emerged as a remedy for our tech-fuelled lifestyles, but 2024 is taking it a step further with the rise of silent travel. This trend reflects our increasingly noisy and overstimulated world. Drawing inspiration from the Buddhist practice of Vipassana, which involves up to 10 days of ‘noble silence’, silent travel offers a profound shift in perspective, allowing individuals to ‘see things as they really are’. Julia Roberts gave us a glimpse of this in ‘Eat, Pray, Love’. From silent retreats and boutique hotels to secluded cabins, numerous destinations offer the silent treatment. Luxury nature hotel Peace & Quiet in Sweden embodies the trend as their ethos, as does Unplugged, a cabin-in-woods style stay with encouragement to lock away your phone.
Sleep Deprivation
A staggering 71% of adults in the UK fall short of the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep per night! So, how can we enhance our sleep? Let’s kick off with the foundation: our bed. Creating an optimal sleep environment not only enhances REM sleep but also minimises disturbances throughout the night. Thus, investing in a quality mattress is crucial. Simba’s Hybrid® Pro Mattress is crafted with open-cell Simbatex® foam ensuring airflow, contoured support, and anti-motion transfer. If you get restless when you’re over tired, Simba’s Orbit Weighted Blanket is a gamechanger to stop you tossing and turning offering a grounded sensation. For tech enthusiasts, the new Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra is the smart mattress topper that utilises biofeedback to regulate temperature and track sleep patterns, all without altering the feel or firmness of your mattress.
The Daily Commute
Peloton revealed Brits commute from an average of 64 minutes each day, with at least two unexpected delays accounting for 22 minutes. Often this time is spent squished on a sweltering tube, stuck in traffic or doom strolling if you manage to nab a seat. Why not hack your commute by running to or from work? Cost-effective, better for the planet and doubling as your daily exercise, it’s time to rethink the way we commute. Developed for runners, Stolt’s Podium Commuter Backpack has been ergonomically designed to get you from A to B with all your bits and bobs in tow. It’s super lightweight and has a pocket to keep laptops secure. Likewise, you’re going to need a good pair of trainers, Lululemon’s Beyondfeel Shoes are the new runners on the scene making waves! Pair this with Peloton’s guided runs offering tailored routines to ramp up your distance, instil consistency, and keep you motivated.
PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 1 in 10 women in the UK, characterised by hormonal imbalances and excessive insulin and androgen production. This can lead to weight gain, excess body or facial hair, and menstrual irregularities. While there’s no cure, research indicates that supplementing Myo-inositol and selenium can ease symptoms. Selenium helps by reducing oxidative stress, crucial in PCOS progression, and supports antioxidant defence, immune function, insulin regulation, and thyroid health. Adequate selenium intake from diet can enhance overall health and manage PCOS symptoms. Myo-inositol improves insulin sensitivity, lowers androgen levels, and normalises menstrual cycles. It also supports ovarian function, boosting fertility and reducing symptoms like hirsutism and acne associated with PCOS. MyOva’s Hair Skin & Nails contains both these wonder ingredients, alongside a host of vitamins and minerals to encourage your hair, skin and nails to thrive.
Depression
Experiencing depression often means reduced activity in the front area of your brain, which helps regulate mood, sleep, and motivation. Traditionally, antidepressants have been the go-to treatment, but a groundbreaking, medication-free option has emerged. The Flow tDCS Headset uses gentle electrical impulses to stimulate the sluggish parts of the brain, activating the cells. This neurostimulation treatment is backed by decades of clinical research, with recent meta-analyses showing that tDCS is as effective as other treatments but with fewer side effects. If you or someone you know struggles with depression and prefers to avoid medication, this innovative treatment could be life-changing!