News — Aloe Vera

We regularly extol the benefits of Aloe Vera, the key ingredient found throughout Eternal Skincare’s natural range of skincare products. It’s widely known to be soothing, with a number of health benefits, but how much do you really know about this incredible plant? Read on to find out the story behind amazing Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera is an evergreen perennial succulent plant which grows wild in tropical climates around the world. It apparently originated on the Arabian peninsula, and it’s cultivated for both medicinal and agricultural uses, but is also popular as an indoor potted plant. There are references to it...

We all know what we need to do to protect our skin in the summer, but did you know that cold temperatures and a bracing breeze can also play havoc with skin? A winter skin care regime is therefore just as important – especially if you’re heading off to freezing climates for some fun on the slopes during ski season. Here we’ve given advice on how best to care for your skin. Apply sun protection Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean your skin won’t burn in the sun. In fact, the impact of UV radiation significantly increases at higher...

According to the British Skin Foundation, 60% of the population in the UK currently suffers, or has previously suffered, from one form of skin disease or another. This includes an estimated 15 million people living with eczema (Allergy UK) and 1.8 million with psoriasis (Psoriasis Association). Eczema and atopic dermatitis Eczema and atopic dermatitis are broadly interchangeable terms that are used in reference to a generalised skin irritation that involves an itchy, dry rash and the reddening of an area of skin. This condition can occur year-round or continuously – though many people find that their eczema flares up seasonally,...

Anyone with sensitive skin knows that stress and anxiety can cause flare-ups. So, with the uncertainty being caused by the Covid-19 crisis, those who suffer from conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, dermatitis or overly dry skin, may be suffering a bit more than usual. Why does this happen? When you’re feeling anxious or experiencing a stressful situation, there are many things that happen in your body. For example, more cortisol – your body’s number one stress hormone – is produced, which sends a message to the glands in your skin telling them to produce more oil. This in turn...