Cover image Mary Tilson by Tania Araujo Cork leaf Yoga Mats are hot right now. Why? They are non-slip, made from recycled cork that is naturally anti-microbial and resists mould and mildew. We also love that this brand in particular plants a tree for every mat they sell. A water bottle has become an accessory,…
20 of the Best Gift Ideas for Women Who Travel
1. The Liberté Travel Wallet by Mon Purse is both practical and pretty. European leather and custom monogramming make it a very personal gift for that special lady in your life. 2. Give her a pair of nude or tan sandals and they will become her summer travelling best friend. I have lived sandals like these from Ancient Greek…
20 of the Best Gift Ideas for Men Who Travel
1. Winter or summer, sunglasses are a travel essential. Persol Sunglasses are a timeless classic with a vintage European feel. The best feature of this pair is the way they fold down to fit easily protected in the palm of your hand. Unlike a lot of those sunglasses we often buy at the markets around…
How to Make a Matcha Green Tea Face Mask
Matcha green tea is an excellent ingredient for the skin. Matcha is anti bacterial and contains incredibly high levels of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is helpful in reducing inflammation and to even skin tone. The antioxidants are also known for treating acne and increasing skin elasticity. Erin Young Either way, this mask is so simple to…
5 of the Best Barely There Natural Make up Bases
While it can be tempting to cake on foundation and concealer if you’re having a bad skin day, a heavy-handed approach often has the undesired effect of highlighting fine lines and wrinkles in addition to looking thick and unnatural. A lighter, sheerer application on the other hand helps to even out your skin tone and…
5 of the Best Eco Beauty Bathroom Essentials
Most of us would admit that we spend an inordinate amount of time in our bathrooms on a daily basis. While we can’t all have a marble-adorned designer restroom complete with an oversized rain shower and an enormous claw foot bathtub, we can treat ourselves to a few beautiful little luxuries that will elevate our…
Meet Irene Falcone from Nourished Life
Irene Falcone has always been passionate about beauty products. But after a period of unexplained poor health, Falcone took a closer look inside her make up bag in search of answers. What she discovered not only helped her regain her health but lead to the creation of her multi-million dollar company, Nourished Life. Skye Gilkeson Nourished Life was born from your own…
10 Beauty Products I am Packing Right Now
I’m quite flirty these days when it comes to travel beauty products; taking a pick ‘n’ mix approach by trying minis from a number of ranges. I’m just not ready to commit to a single beauty brand. Generally, I prefer natural skin care products, particularly when travelling. After you add up the toll that flying,…
Bio-Oil Specialist Skincare
Bio-Oil is a specialist skincare oil that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and moisturises dry and ageing skin. It is one of my favourite products to travel with, particularly for keeping my skin hydrated on the plane. I also love using it on my body when travelling from cool climates to bikini destinations when the limbs…
