Cruelty Free

6 May

Aloe Plant

For those of us who care whether our cosmetics/skincare products are tested on animals, this is worth a read. http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/national/top-cosmetics-brands-lying-to-customers-about-animal-testing/story-fncynkc6-1226635671839?sv=f13a6c6961a9791c9add20b4c066b2fe

Rubifresh products are not tested on animals, and our suppliers inform us that the practice of testing ingredients on animals is slowly but surely being stamped out. Check out our range of all natural skincare at http://www.rubifresh.com.au

 

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“Our deepest fe…

25 Jan

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure…as we let our light shine, we unconsciously give others permission to do the same.” Nelson Mandela

At the start of a new year, as kids start heading back to school, and the holiday glow starts to fade, we can focus a little more on ourselves and what the year might hold for us. Think on this quote from a true legend. What is it that might hold you back this year? If we could realise the power we hold to unlock the success in others, we might not allow our fears to keep us down. Go get ‘em in 2013!

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Secrets to Beauty – Audrey Hepburn

9 Dec

audreyFor attractive lips, speak words of kindness…

For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.

For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.

For beautiful hair, let a child run his/her fingers through it once a day.

For poise, walk with the knowledge that you never walk alone…

People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed and redeemed; never throw out anyone.

Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, you will find one at the end of each of your arms.

As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands; one for helping yourself and one for helping others.

[Audrey Hepburn - Secrets to Beauty]

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THRIFTY THURSDAY – goodness of goat’s milk

22 Nov

Yum! Goat’s Milk!

One of the most gentle conditioning and moisturizing ingredients you could put on your skin….and available from the supermarket or health food store.

Goat’s milk has smaller protein molecules, making it easily and quickly absorbed, and imparting a beautiful silky feel to the skin. It is not too alkaline and not too acidic, making it very gentle, and ideal for very dry skin – it is especially well known for fighting and treating serious skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, and it’s high content of lactic acid makes it a perfect moisturizer!

Goat’s milk can also serve as a gentle but effective exfoliant. After skin is treated with goat’s milk, old skin cells easily slough off. To aid in the process, you can add some baking soda and mix to a paste.

Using goat’s milk in beauty treatments is nothing new. It’s one of those oldies but goodies dating back to biblical times. Just as honey and olive oil, goat milk is a great old time ingredient to keep in your beauty arsenal.

Rubifresh Weekly Face Mask contains real goat’s milk powder, and is available at http://rubifresh.com.au/test-category-1/sub-category-1/weekly-face-mask.html for $39. A great pampering gift for Christmas!

Rubiwomen blog is written by

Tristan Fahey, Owner & Founder of Rubifresh natural skincare.

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THRIFTY THURSDAY – awesome avocado

15 Nov

Like most natural oils, Avocado oil has a structure close to human sebum. It therefore allows the skin to breathe, and to balance itself better than chemical ingredients or synthetic oils.

Avocado oil is a full bodied, light green oil, rich in nutritive and conditioning components Vit A, B1, B2, D and E. It also contains carotene, phytosterols, lecithin, linoleic and oleic acids, and potassium…the so-called youth mineral. It penetrates deeply, improving elasticity by increasing the amount of collagen in the skin. Its superior moisturising effects come from the plant steroids, hence it is useful for dry, dull and mature skin.

In addition, this ‘magic oil’ helps heal scars, minimise spots, eliminate enlargd pores and reduce the effects of sun exposure.

As the oil is found in th fatty pulp, you can actually just rub some fresh avocad on your skin and use as a rejuvenating mask, or use the oil as a rich moisturiser.

If this is not your cup of tea, try Rubifresh Detoxifying Body Scrub with avocado oil. Available at http://rubifresh.com.au/test-category-1/body-scrub.html for $42 for a 260g jar. It will cleanse and detoxify your skin and your body, while ‘giving back’ with rich avoacdo oil to nourish and rejuvenate.

Rubiwomen bog written by Tristan Fahey, owner & founder of Rubifresh skincare

 

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TUESDAY TIPS – hungry for hydration

13 Nov

I love water!

I love drinking it. I love my showers (really hot in winter!). I love swimming in it. I’ve always loved running under the sprinkler (though I did break my nose doing this when I was a kid). I love the rain…..and I know my skin loves water too.

Hydration is one of the best anti-aging habits you can get into – both inside and out.

Our bodies comprise up to 80% water, depending on our age. As we get older, this percentage decreases, and it affects many of our bodily functions as well as our skin. The skin’s surface is able to be kept soft and moist by sebum (all the oily stuff) and a natural moisturising factor (NMF – all the watery stuff).

The role of sebum is basically to form a film that protects our skin from moisture loss. NMF is a mixture of water, amino acids, lactic acid and other minerals that keep the skin moist and supple by attracting and holding water. The water content of the skin’s outer layer is around 30%, and this rises after treatment with certain humectants, such as hyaluronic acid, that boosts the skin’s ability to hold water. The fats/oils within the skin help to preserve this high water content, and provide a waterproof barrier that prevents water loss.

As we age, the skin loses some of it’s intercelluar lipids, and hence, gets drier as the water in our skin evaporates more readily. It is important to drink lots of water (advice varies from 1 – 2L/day) to keep our bodies and skin hydrated from the inside, but also to boost our skins ability to hold onto the water, with ingredients such as hyauronic acid. Rubifresh Anti-aging Moisturiser, Hydrating Body Gel, Eye Gel and 3 anti-aging serums all contain natural hyaluronic acid. You can check them out at http://rubifresh.com.au/test-category-1/

But just as important, is a good barrier to prevent moisture loss. That’s the role of creams, as opposed to gels. A natural moisturiser will protect the skin from moisture loss, and still allow the skin to breathe and carry on it’s normal functions.

So remember….

i) drink lots of water to hydrat from the inside

ii) choose products with boosted humectants such as hyaluronic acid

iii) complete the routine with a good natural moisturiser to protect the skin from moisture loss

Rubiwomen blog created by Tristan Fahey, Rubifresh Owner & Founder.

Check us out at http://www.rubifresh.com.au

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THRIFTY THURSDAY – the magic of aloe vera

8 Nov

OK so Aloe Vera is not exactly a pantry ingredient, but it commonly grows in pots and gardens, and it’s gel can be applied to the skin straight from the leaf. Aloe has been used since ancient Egyptian times as a first aid remedy for wounds and skin irritations, and as a skin rejuvenator.

It is rich in polysaccharides, galactose, plant steroids, enzymes, amino acids, minerals and natural antibiotics.

Aloe acts as a mild astringent, and helps restore the skin’s natural pH. It is well documented and well-researched for its healing and soothing properties.

Many of Rubifresh Skincare products (both mens and women’s) contain certified organic aloe vera. One of these is our Men’s After Shave Gel, packed full of soothing ingredients to settle the skin after shaving, along with essential oils of lime and spearmint to refresh the skin. You can find it at  http://rubifresh.com.au/test-category-2/after-shave-shaving-gel-mens.html for $39 (115ml)

If you’re keen, try this recipe for after shave gel with ingredients from your pantry….

Cut the tips off 3 vit E capsules and pour the oil into a bowl with 1/2 cup aloe vera gel. Mix well and apply to the face (or legs) after shaving.

If you couldn’t be bothered, try our version and let us know what you think either way.

Let us know your favourite thrifty tricks for beautiful skin too!

Blog posts by: Ms Tristan Fahey, owner & founder Rubifresh

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