Although I use the mists through the cooler months too, the warmer weather is when these refreshing and uplifting sprays really come into their own. Made from organic plant hydrosols, they are ideal for adding hydration to the skin and restoring pH balance as well as nurturing the skin (and our whole selves) with the…
The art of enfleurage…my latest obsession
I remember so clearly the feelings I had when I traveled to Oregon in 2015 to learn how to distill plants to make hydrosols and essential oils. It was the process of collecting the plants in the morning and then having this liquid magic by the afternoon that I loved, I felt really connected to…
Camellia (tea) oil – a quiet but beautiful plant oil for the face.
Last month my Pomegranate & Lemon Nourishing Facial Oil came in 2nd place in the Cert Clean Beauty Awards (face oil category). It is so great to have this formula recognized as having not only clean ingredients but also great results. I have written about the pomegranate oil and steam-distilled lemon oil I use in…
Aromatherapy benefits of your Helena Lane Skincare products
Essential oils and their benefit are widely talked about now, and for good reason. They can provide a boost when you are low in energy due to lack of a good solid sleep, or low in mood when the world’s problems get the better of you. They can focus the mind when working from home…
Help I can’t choose! What skincare to pick when you feel you need it all!
Choosing Skincare Last summer, when I launched my new products, I also created the skin care Collections; Balancing, Nourishing and Calming. The main reason was to help you decide which products to choose. However quite often we may feel we need two, or even all three collections to cover the myriad of skin issues we…
Pomegranate Oil – The star of my award nominated Pomegranate & Lemon Nourishing Facial Oil
Pomegranate Oil The star of my award nominated Pomegranate & Lemon Nourishing Facial Oil The juicy, yet crunchy seeds found in the striking pomegranate contain an oil rich in treasures for our skin. A relative newcomer in the world of plant oils for skin health, pomegranate oil has been studied extensively due to its unique…
Shrink those pores, permanently
How to Shrink those Pores – Permanently! Whether it’s raging hormones purging oil and toxins, dry aging skin refusing to bounce back or skin care products (most commonly cleansers and exfoliants) damaging the pore entrance it can be a challenge to clean and shrink our pores, permanently. However, if we take a close-up view of…
Why don’t I make an eye cream?
Eye Creams & Why I don’t make one The eye area is much talked about when discussing how we look and how we feel about our skin. Whether you feel that fine lines are the trophies of all the laughing you have done or your worst nightmare we do need to make sure this delicate…
A Great Gift for Cancer Sufferers
The Gift of Skincare for Cancer Sufferers Before I start, please be aware I am not a medical doctor and the following advice is based purely on feedback from real people who have felt great benefits from my suggestions. I get many emails from the friends and family of people who are going through cancer…
My Approach to Preteen and Teen Acne
My Approach to Preteen & Teen Acne In an ideal world young people would not need to use products, however during the pre-teen and teenage years our skin, along with the rest of our bodies, goes through some changes and it’s important to support it. The odd pimple is inevitable as hormones rage…