Live a Healthier Life

August-23-2019

Skin, it follows you wherever you go and will always remain a core part of you; it can give you confidence or steal it away in an instance, and it protects your cells and organs beneath the surface from coming to harm. Your skin really is amazing and deserves to be treated with the upmost respect. You are responsible for its wellbeing, but well looked-after skin will pay off in the future so it’s important that you do what you can now to ensure it stays well protected. That’s why we decided to explore some of the best ways to protect your skin in and out of the sun this august…

Why should you protect your skin in the sun?

The sun is beautiful in so many ways, supplying us with warmth and essential vitamin D, but it’s also the source of many dangers and over-exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun can lead to serious skin concerns, dark spots, premature-ageing and even cancer. Melanin, a skin pigment, is found in the epidermis (the outer layer of skin) and exposure to sunlight causes the skin to produce more melanin as a defence mechanism – this is what causes a tanned appearance. The melanin tries to protect the cells beneath the surface but without a protective barrier like sunscreen shielding your skin, UVB rays will penetrate the surface and cause the skin to burn. UVA rays will also penetrate the skin, going deeper through the dermis; prolonged exposure can reduce elasticity and cause fine lines and wrinkles.

How can you best protect your skin in the sun?

If you can’t avoid the sun or bear the thought of sitting in the shade, sunscreen with broad spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays is essential (although we’d recommend wearing this in the shade, too). Choose one with a high SPF rating, such as Aloe Sunscreen with SPF 30 – this means it takes the UV rays 30 times longer to penetrate the skin – and also consider one that’s waterproof. You may not plan to jump into the pool or dive into the sea but sweat can also affect the effectiveness of sun protection if it’s not waterproof. Aloe Sunscreen is also free from two ingredients that are known to destroy fragile coral reefs. Oxybenzone and octinoxate are harmful substances commonly found in sunscreen; they bleach corals and are now banned from certain destinations around the world. If you want something lighter for your face, a day lotion with SPF could be the perfect solution. Forever’s Protecting Day Lotion contains SPF 20 sun protection from UVA and UVB rays.
A hat is also essential wear, protecting your scalp, face, neck and ears, as are sunglasses with UVA and UVB sun protection – yes, the sun can even damage your corneas! Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol as this can lead to dehydration (your skin can also get dehydrated), and choose light, natural fabric clothing that covers sensitive areas over wearing less clothing that exposes more skin.

Why should you protect your skin out of the sun?

It’s easy to neglect your skin after sun-down, on overcast days or when the cooler weather hits, but doing so will only lead to dry patches that can become irritated, and skin that’s not effectively moisturised is also more susceptible to fine lines and wrinkles. Sun damaged skin is skin that’s in desperate need of some TLC and even if you haven’t burnt yourself after a day in the sun, applying after-sun is still an essential practice. This is because your skin goes into defence mode when it’s exposed to UV radiation, and although the sun damage caused may not be visible, it will continue to spread through the skin cells even after the sun has set in the evening. Like with thermal burns, UV burns need to be cooled, and lost moisture also needs to be replaced.
Your skin is faced with a daily battle of protecting itself against environments that can lead to oxidative stress; pollution, UV rays, car fumes, cigarette smoke, these are all irritants that can affect the skin and well hydrated skin is able to handle itself a lot better than neglected, dry or parched skin. After-sun can help to add moisture back into the skin so that it can effectively fight such battles.

How can you best protect your skin out of the sun?

Sunscreen should of course be your number one sun protection product, but after-sun follows closely. You need to choose an after sun product that’s cooling, so one that’s rich in soothing aloe vera is perfect. Aloe is naturally cooling and colloquially referred to as the ‘burn plant’ thanks to the traditional opinion that the leaf gel can offer relief from burns sustained in the kitchen when cooking. You of course also need to find one that’s conditioning, giving your skin the moisture, it needs to replenish itself after a long stretch in the sun. Also, choose one that contains a humectant like glycerin as humectants specialise in reducing moisture loss.
Aloe Vera Gelly contains 84% pure inner leaf aloe vera gel – that’s the highest-quality aloe vera you can get as it’s the part with all the nutrients – it’s also soothing, it calms irritation, it’s full of humectants and moisturisers, and it absorbs quickly which means your skin gets what it needs, fast.
To help you with your sun-care this august, Forever is offering, for a limited time only, a free Protecting Day Lotion when you buy three Aloe Vera Gelly tubes. This offer is only available in August when you buy the special bundle. Click here to get yours.


What summer products do you use to protect your skin? Let us know in the comments.

August-16-2019

The August weather here in the UK may have been a bit unpredictable so far, but it’s peak travel season which means many members of the public are likely to escape to a tropical destination that guarantees hours of sunshine. Last year the UK population totalled 71.7 million trips abroad and, according to Abta, 40% of these were beach holidays!
The beach and sun-exposed skin go hand-in-hand which means it’s essential that appropriate skincare is adopted both during the day and after sun-down. You can read up about appropriate sun protection here, but today we want to talk to you about your after sun care, and we believe that the only product you need is Aloe Vera Gelly. Here’s five benefits that’ll make this summer skin care product number one on your list…
It has cooling benefits
Even with decent sun protection, your skin can feel hot and bothered after a day spent sitting in the sun. A pink-red glow to the skin that’s warm to touch and even a little bit tender needs cooling right down and a healthy blob of Aloe Vera Gelly will do the trick. This lubricating after sun gel is enriched with the natural beneficial power of aloe, a plant that is colloquially referred to as the ‘burn plant’ thanks to its ability to soothe irritated skin.
It has skin conditioning benefits
Slathering on after sun gel may be a great solution when your skin’s feeling a tad sizzled but if what you’re using isn’t beneficial for the skin itself, you might as well have just sat in an icy bath!
It will care for your skin
It’s soothing, it’s conditioning and it cares for your skin! When your skin needs a little extra care and attention, the thick, translucent aloe gel captured in every tube of Aloe Vera Gelly is what it’s crying out for. Aloe vera carries the same pH as balanced skin, which means this gel, which is naturally high in aloe, is perfect for safely lubricating sensitive tissue and giving your skin the benefits it deserves. But it’s not just the skin it’s kind to: Aloe Vera Gelly has also been awarded the Leaping Bunny logo which means not a single one of its ingredients has been tested on animals. It’s also vegan-friendly and halal!
It is full of beneficial aloe vera goodness
Aloe vera is known to be naturally beneficial for skin but it’s products with a high percentage of pure inner leaf aloe that carry all the skin-loving goodness. Aloe Vera Gelly is rich in pure, inner leaf aloe vera gel; in fact, its ingredients list boasts 84% pure aloe which means it’s almost identical to an aloe vera plant’s inner leaf! Inner leaf aloe gel is the part of the leaf that carries the most nutrients and benefits for humans and animals, it’s what the ancient Egyptians – including Queen Cleopatra – used to bathe in to keep their skin looking youthful, and it’s what differentiates a high quality aloe product from the inferior sap-and-rind-heavy rivals on the market. 
It's just an amazing after-sun gel
Cooling, conditioning, caring and aloe-rich – what more do you want from an after-sun gel? Well, I guess you want it to work! Aloe Vera Gelly will not let you down and when used liberally and frequently after your sunbathing sessions, its aloe vera benefits will soon get to work and rescue your skin from the dreaded peel, the annoying fade and the embarrassing bright scarlet tones that no-one can pull off! To celebrate this incredible product’s sun-saving qualities, we’re offering you a free Protecting Day Lotion (an SPF 20 moisturising lotion) when you buy three Aloe Vera Gelly tubes through our limited-edition bundle.
Get yours today by clicking here.
Have you discovered the benefits of Aloe Vera Gelly as an after-sun? Let us know your experience in the comments.

August-09-2019

It’s that time of year again – your annual summer holiday! According to ABTA a staggering 60% of the population have taken a holiday in the past 12 months, so it’s safe to say that more and more people are jetting off to sunnier climes each year. As you smile at the thought of endless sunshine, exotic cocktails and turquoise waters, you may also be dreading the journey that lies ahead. Travelling (and heat) can play havoc with your skin and hair, but the good news is there are some things you can do to ensure you arrive and stay at your destination looking fresh-faced and feeling revived. Make sure you pack these key beauty and wellness products from Forever Living to ensure you look and feel amazing, from take-off to touch down.

Forever Travel Kit
There is nothing more stressful than arriving at airport security only to realise your hand luggage is full of products over 100ml which haven’t been sorted into transparent bags! Save yourself the headache beforehand and take the Forever Travel Kit with you on your travels. The kit contains airline approved sizes of the Aloe Moisturizing Lotion, Aloe-Jojoba Shampoo, Aloe-Jojoba Conditioning Rinse and Forever Bright Toothgel. Problem solved! 

Forever Aloe Vera Gel 330ml
As much as you may love your daily dose of aloe gel, no one wants to lug a big litre bottle around with them! Make sure you pack a few 330ml Forever Aloe Vera Gels in your suitcase before you set off on your travels. These handy, easy-to-carry drinks are perfect to take away on long weekends or longer breaks, and each one is packed with 99.7% pure inner leaf aloe gel.


Protecting Day Lotion and Aloe Sunscreen
Even though you’re on a plane and not outside, you still need SPF on your skin; the LED lights and windows during daytime flights can cause skin damage, too. In fact, according to The Journal of the American Medical Association plane windows stop about 99% of UVB rays, but only about half of UVA rays. Protecting Day Lotion is a unique daily moisturiser that contains SPF 20 and over twenty skin-conditioning ingredients, including aloe vera, to protect your face from UVA and UVB rays, while Aloe Sunscreen is a mineral sunscreen with SPF 30 and non-nanosized zinc oxide to offer you superior, broad-spectrum protection. 

Forever Hand Sanitizer
This is a travel essential, especially if you are a bit of a germaphobe! Airports and planes are notoriously bad for their high levels of bacteria, which isn’t surprising given the high volumes of people that pass through them every day. Did you know that the tanks used to store water on airplanes can be a breeding ground for bacteria? A recent United States Environmental Protection Agency study found that 15 percent of the samples collected from 300 planes contained coliform bacteria and two samples tested positive for E.coli. That’s why it’s important to bring some hand sanitiser with you so that you can be sure you’re killing unwanted germs. Forever Hand Sanitizer is a great option because the high aloe content will leave your hands feeling soothed and soft.


Aloe Bio-Cellulose Mask
Long flights can leave your skin feeling as if it’s been drained of moisture since the inside cabin of most commercial airplanes has a humidity level of 10 to 20 percent. That’s far lower than the 40 to 65 percent humidity found in most indoor climates! Drink plenty of water during your flight and when you reach your destination, unwind and replenish your skin’s lost moisture with Forever’s Aloe Bio-Cellulose Mask. You’ll experience powerful hydration that gets in deep for a truly rejuvenating experience.

Aloe Vera Gelly
Our go-to product for August is definitely Aloe Vera Gelly – no holiday bag should be without this incredible product! When you’ve spent all day in the sunshine, whether you’ve been full-on tanning or roaming the streets between café stops, your skin has probably been exposed to high levels of UV rays, causing it to feel stressed and dry. After sun-down, bathe your skin in rich aloe goodness by slathering on layers of Aloe Vera Gelly. Thanks to 84% pure inner leaf aloe, this soothing gel makes for a great after-sun, adding moisture back into the skin while calming irritation. 


N.B Please be aware that you will need to put any products that are over 100ml into smaller, transparent bottles if you wish to take these items onto the plane in your hand luggage. 

Did you know that during August we are offering you a free Protecting Day Lotion when you order three Aloe Vera Gelly tubes? Click here to benefit from this limited time offer.