Sea Beauty

SEA BEAUTY  

Judging by the number of people on the roads down to the coast last weekend half the county was heading to the sea.  There are tremendous beauty benefits to be had from the sea including just inhaling the ozone given off by the waves, which is fantastic for your health and skin.  Many beauty companies have been harvesting the sea for ingredients for years and here are a few of my favourites.

Weleda Salt Toothpaste

This toothpaste avoids fluoride and goes for natural ingredients to get your teeth really clean.  Packed with sea salt, and sodium sulphate to help keep gums healthy, this toothpaste stimulates salivation and so promotes self-cleansing to reduce the formation of tartar.   It’s an acquired taste but many people swear by it.

Price:                        £4.50, 75ml

Stockist:            weleda.co.uk

Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray

If you love the look of your hair after a day on the beach, windswept and beautiful, then try this spray in styling product. Work through damp or dry hair and let it dry naturally or blow-dry with a diffuser for windswept softness.

Price:                        £20.50, 125ml

Stockist:            bumbleandbumble.co.uk

Thalgo  Sweet and Savoury Body Scrub

A delicious combination of Sea Salt, Cassonade Sugar and plant Essential Oils, this scrub helps eliminate rough patches, smooth the skin and leave it feeling beautifully soft.  Delicately fragranced with notes of Mediterranean Essential Oils, your skin is left smooth, toned, and radiant.

Price:                        £39.50, 250g

Stockist:            thalgo.co.uk

H2O Plus Sea Salt Body Wash

I tried the body scrub from this range and thought it a really well made product with a fabulous fragrance.  The entire range is based on marine extracts and the Body Wash includes purifying sea salt and red algae to lightly lather away impurities while infusing skin with mineral-rich moisture.

Price:                          £13.00, 370ml

Stockist:            marksandspencer.com

 Phytomer Sun Soother After Sun Face Mask

We’ve all done it, spent too long in the sun and now our face is burning up.  This facemask by Phytomer uses moisturising and comforting marine ingredients to replenish your skin after exposure to the sun – bliss.

Price:                                    £24.00, 50ml

Stockist:                         bathandunwind.com

Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Foot Remedy

Even if it’s raining today, you’re still thinking about sandal time.  Crabtree & Evelyn's La Source Moisturising Foot Remedy includes shea butter, sweet almond oil, and marine extracts to help feet feel supple and conditioned.

Price:                        £15.00, 100g

Stockist:            bathandunwind.com

Elemis Pro-Collagen Limited Edition Marine Cream

I’ve got two pots of this, given to me at different stages and I can’t bring myself to use either.  The price is huge for a pot of cream and I really like Elemis – imagine the disappointment if it doesn’t work!  However, it does get rave reviews so I’m going to start using it, as it’s no use to anyone in my cupboard.  Marine extracts, great claims and a fabulous feel – try it and I will too.

Price:                        £99.00, 100ml

Stockist:            feelunique.com

Aromatherapy Associates Triple Rose Renewing Moisturiser

I know it says rose, but one of the key active ingredients is sea algae.  Algae are used in a number of ranges (Including Thalgo and Phytomer) because of its great properties for tightening skin and adding anti-oxidants. 

Price:                        £54.00, 50ml

Stockist:            aromatherapyassociates.com

Transformulas Mid-Life Marine Miracle Crème

This critically acclaimed anti ageing cream uses a rich marine cocktail to heal and transform the complexion. Wrinkles and fine lines appear to be reduced while skin firmness and elasticity are increased.   I’m not sure about the “Mid-Life” bit in the title but I suspect it’s telling us that if you’re in your 20’s there are better products out there for you.

Price:                        £41.95, 15ml

Stockist:            transformulas.com

Sunwards Face Cream SPF 30

I know we ran this a few weeks ago, but I’ve been using it all over the weekend and what a lovely product it is.  If you get to the beach next weekend, grab some of this and protect your face from the rays!

Price:                        £13.50

Stockist:            skinmed.co.uk

There's no Creme de la Mer in this review although it's the obvious choice to put in.  Firstly, they don't send out samples to test.  Now, I'm not looking for a full size pot, but if you can't test a product, what can I say about it?  I have tried the eye cream before and it wasn't the "wow" product I was anticipating, but we all agree not every product works for every woman.  Secondly, their latest special edition is £275 per pot.  I like a good quality product as much as the next girl but I can't recommend this in the current climate - what do you think?