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Some of My Favourite Skincare Products

Eclat Natural Skincare

As you may or may not know, aside from writing here on Mum’s the Word, I also write content on a weekly basis for a high-end beauty website and spa, and have done since 2015. In the last 7 years, I’ve learned a LOT about skincare, the best ingredients and which products you should be using to target which issue. I’m a veritable encyclopaedia of skincare knowledge! 

I recently discovered a new brand called Eclat Natural Skincare which offers a range of beauty products based on natural ingredients at affordable prices. They’re actually on offer at the moment and there are some great bargains to be had, so I thought I’d share a few of them with you today:

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Top Five Beauty Myths

Top Five Beauty Myths

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As you may already know, as well as blogging here at Mums the Word, I also write several weekly blog posts for a beauty salon and their associated shop. I’ve been writing beauty content for seven years now, which means that I’ve picked up quite a lot of knowledge in that time and I’ve also learned a lot about what is true and what isn’t. There are SO MANY beauty myths out there, so I thought I’d share a few of them with you today:

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Beauty · Health

5 Tips on How to Avoid Teeth Discolouration

5 Tips on How to Avoid Teeth DiscolourationWe all want perfect white teeth. Our dentist would like it for us too. There are ways to prevent staining of your teeth if not to completely avoid it.

When our teeth do require whitening, we can call on the services of a cosmetic dentist such as a member of the team at the Turkey Teeth Clinic who will be able to improve the appearance of our teeth.

 Foods and Drinks

Certain fruits and vegetables, such as apples and potatoes, are known for staining teeth. The phrase “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” now seems rather misplaced. The dentist will certainly want you to avoid eating too many apples.

If you cannot resist certain foods that are bad for teeth, then just consider eating them in moderation as opposed to daily or frequently. They can then be considered treats and limited in their supply to you.

Keep the alcohol just for parties and special occasions rather than indulging in it every evening. That can be considered rather a habit and more likely to stain your teeth, not to mention damage your health in other ways. Perhaps a drink on a Friday or at the weekend may be better for you.

Smoking

The nicotine in tobacco will stain teeth, fingers, and the pages of books. If you chew tobacco this will stain your teeth just like when smoking it. Avoid smoking completely if you want your teeth to stay white naturally.

Medications

We should know that if we can avoid certain medications then we will prevent the discolouration of our teeth. This is where alternatives are available, so not to compromise overall health.

The antibiotics doxycycline and tetracycline are known to discolour teeth when they are given to children whose teeth are developing. This means children below the age of 8.

Antihistamines, such as Benadryl, blood pressure drugs, and antipsychotic drugs, have the side effect of staining teeth.

It is then worth asking your doctor or pharmacist if there are alternatives to the above if you are worried about staining your teeth.

However, it is better to protect your health in other ways and then have your dentist take care of your teeth whitening through laser treatment. Certain health conditions should be given the greatest priority when they might be life-threatening.

Poor Hygiene

You should brush your teeth regularly to avoid staining. Flossing between teeth is also to be recommended as this will remove plaque and any stain-producing substances at the same time.

We should ideally brush our teeth twice a day. This will mean at night, particularly, and after breakfast. We want to avoid any build-up of food on them. If you have gaps in your teeth, then make sure food is not getting trapped in them and rotting your teeth. Also consider that your gum health is as important as your teeth health, as it is the gums that hold our teeth in place.

Environment

Fluoride exists in water supplies and excessive amounts of this can cause discolouration of teeth. If you avoid drinking water directly from the tap then this can be avoided to a large extent.

Certain mouth applications such as rinses and toothpaste contain fluoride supplements that you should be aware of when it comes to the discolouration of teeth. Mouth rinses and washes that contain cetylpyridinium chloride and chlorhexidine can stain teeth.

So there you have it, 5 tips to keep our teeth relatively stain-free. We should, however, bear in mind the pros and cons of doing so when dentists can help with the staining that has been created on our teeth.

We have to balance whether we should avoid the foods or drinks that we enjoy, the pleasure of smoking that helps people to relax, or the medications that are important to life and living. We can certainly avoid poor hygiene and adopt a regular brushing and flossing routine for our teeth.

We all concern ourselves with the environment and fluoride is in many water supplies. This should be considered if we are drinking lots of water straight from the tap when we could be drinking bottled or purer water, in many cases.

Allow the dentist to compensate for you not following some of the above tips for whatever reason. They have techniques that can help improve your smile, whatever your age.

Beauty · Self care

Mama, Here’s How To Look Less Tired!

Oh, Mama, that baby of yours is doing a number on you! Whether your child is a newborn and waking every two hours, or you have an older child that you’re worried about and they are keeping you up, the exhaustion is real. It’s also important to note that you don’t have to be missing out on sleep to feel tired. As a parent, it’s likely that you’re going to be rushed off your feet attending to the needs of others all day long, which means you’re not attending to your own needs.

Psst – we’ll let you in on a little secret: it’s absolutely fine to look after yourself. It’s okay to check out the makeup counter and the amazing invention called a hairbrush, and while you’re at it, you may be shocked to discover that there are a range of products for dark circles around the eyes. You deserve to look and feel your best, and one of the first things that you should do is to work on looking less tired so that you can feel great about yourself. So, let’s take a look at a few things that you could be doing.

Woman Getting a Facial Treatment

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  • Exfoliate. As part of your nightly skincare routine, you should consider exfoliating your face. There are plenty of facial scrubs out there that are safe for your skin, and you can get some in-depth cleansing going on! Effective cleaning of the skin is a must if you want to get that glow that makes you look brighter and feel lighter!
  • Depuff. Your skin should be smooth and relatively tight, and swollen bags under the eyes can make you feel like you look exhausted. There are plenty of eye treatment masks out there that will help you to bring the swelling in your skin down and hydrate the eyes at the same time. Keep the masks in the refrigerator to help you to keep them cold. Cold masks and patches for the eyes are going to help you to reduce skin swelling – which is exactly what you need to feel like you look less tired.
  • Treat Yourself. When was the last time you had a facial? Facials can be used to hydrate your skin and make your skin look brighter. They can also exfoliate and cleanse your skin on another level, leaving your skin moisturized. Treating yourself to a facial also gives you the chance to relax a little and take the time to rest – which doesn’t happen all that often as a mother! Treating yourself to a brand new skincare regimen should start with a little cleansing. You won’t regret it.
  • Massage. Speaking of treating yourself, massage for sluggish circulation is going to help you with the puffiness and exhausted skin. There are great massage options out there that will make you feel invigorated and able to take on the world. A day in the life of kids is so much easier when you feel good. Give your skin a little love!
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Say No To Aging With Botox For A Youthful Look

Have you spent weeks, months or years together on various anti-ageing therapies or products? Have you found the right solution? If not, then book an appointment today for Botox treatment with a professional like Therapie Clinic for a youthful look.

Experts are dedicated to offering the latest advancements in the skin and cosmetic procedures. Botox is one of the most effective treatments of the clinic. Thousands of patients’ have proven to be successful and satisfied clients of the clinic. Botox is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that reduces wrinkles and fine lines. Humans have been created so beautifully that they can express their feelings or emotions well with the help of the muscles on their face. When we are sad we can automatically frown and when we are happy, we smile. The curves, unwanted lines or imprints formed due to the indelible emotions we make with our face can be treated by this treatment. Botox Cosmetic is an FDA-approved that reduces the appearance from moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet, laugh lines and forehead wrinkles. Botox is produced by a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum, which is injected using needles into the patient’s muscles in order to relax those causing lines and wrinkles. 

Once injected, the medicine takes almost 5 days to cause the muscles to relax and in a week or two, the creases start to fade away. Botox treatment is quick and effective allowing the first treatment result to last up to 4 to 5 months. Repeated treatments will result in almost 6 months. Botox is applicable for both men and women aged between 18 years and 65 years. You no longer need to worry about looking old; you just need to take the treatment and stay young for years together. Beyond aesthetic conditions, Botox is used to treat other medical conditions such as eye squints, migraines, excess sweating, chronic migraines, and leaky bladders. The clinic is committed to providing the finest personal service and high-quality facilities for the patients to facilitate them with a multitude of approaches to find the best results. Genuine treatment, safety, and hygiene are the ultimate missions of the clinic and so they focus on helping those people who are still figuring out and realising the needs of their aesthetic looks or goals. The clinic has skilled and certified doctors who can administer the whole process at ease and with care.

Select your clinic and doctors wisely as Botox injection should be placed precisely to eliminate side effects. The treatment can turn dangerous if it is done incorrectly. The first and foremost step is to share the necessary information about your complete medical history to the doctor so that he informs you about the treatment, its effects, and outcomes. Botox treatment is such a simple one as you can return to your daily routine the very next day after the treatment.

With Botox, there is no ageing but only youthfulness. Smile and frown as much as you want but without your skin forming any creases.