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Trust Jason for the head to toe needs of all the family

Self-care of the physical body is an important part of mental health and wellbeing. We’re busier than ever and thanks(?!) to modern technology now in partnership with the pandemic, it can be difficult to unplug for some me-time even for a short while.

We all know how much better we feel when we have taken even just a few minutes out of our day to pamper ourselves, and we all need to practise self-care, more so than ever at the moment.  To help you adopt a few moments of self-care into your day to day lives, JASON have picked out their self-care favourites for you, and shared a tip for each product to help you get the most out of the products. Feel good about keeping your beauty rituals, not to mention looking and feeling great this season, come rain or shine!

Self Massage & De-Stress

De-Stress Cannabis Sativa Body Wash features botanical surfactants and moisture-rich cannabis sativa seed oil, with soothing oatmeal plus relaxing lavender and hops extracts, for a relaxing, calming cleanse.

SELF-CARE TIP: this is a low-foaming, creamy body wash so take advantage of the glide that comes with the product and massage any muscle aches and knots or particularly dry patches of skin. For best results, follow up with the De-Stress Cannabis Sativa Moisturizing Creme.

Meditation Plus Pink Salt Pampering

Make time every morning to just be alone with your thoughts, either meditating or practising movement meditation. After your meditation and/or movement, take some time to pep yourself up and pamper with JASON Pampering Himalayan Pink Salt 2-In-1 Foaming Bath Soak & Body Wash.

SELF-CARE TIP: Not sure where to begin when it comes to meditation? Some people just lay still, others sit cross legged and light a candle to focus on, the more energetic of us will engage in some movement meditation, such as yoga or mindful fitness, but the most important thing is just to spend some time with your thoughts just being you.

Skin Oil Soak

Show your skin some love and with JASON Vitamin E 5,000iu All-Over Body Oil. Faster absorbing than body lotions and creams, this oil that feeds your skin with deep-penetrating moisture from a blend of apricot, avocado, sunflower and wheat germ oils, along with sweet almond oil which provides a wonderfully uplifting fragrance. Perfect for use on dry areas.

SELF-CARE TIP: Apply all over post-bath or shower, for best results use on slightly damp skin. Perfect for mini self-massages. You can also add to your body lotions and creams for a bit of extra skin nourishment.

Find JASON at Whole Foods Market, all good independent health stores nationwide, and jasonnaturalcare.co.uk

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Sponsored post | Staycate safe in the sun

Be ready for staycations this summer with safe products for the whole family from Jason

Most of us love to be out in the sunshine, but we’ll most likely be making the most of our gardens this year. However, overexposure to UV rays can permanently damage our skin. We all know we should be wearing sunscreen, but knowing what to look for in a product and how to use it effectively can be confusing. To help, we’ve put together this guide to choosing sunscreen to keep you and your family safe this summer.

Firstly, always look for a broad spectrum product with a high SPF, which offers both UVA and UVB protection, such as those from Jason. Be sure to apply 20 minutes before going out in the sun, and ideally stay out of the sun between 11am and 4pm.

A study has shown that on average we only apply 25-50% of the amount of sunscreen we are supposed to in one application. We should apply at least 30 ml of sunscreen with every all-over body application: the equivalent of a shot glass full. Be sure to re-apply at least every two hours, even more frequently if you are hitting the (paddling) pool, although most sunscreens these days offer some kind of water resistance. Jason sunscreens are water resistant for 80 minutes*.

As well as protecting your skin from the sun’s UV rays, Jason’s biodegradable formulas feature antioxidant-rich botanicals to help protect, repair and nurture your skin, including green tea, grape seed and olive fruit extracts. Choose from Family SPF45, Kids SPF45, Mineral SPF30 or Facial SPF20.

If you do spend too much time in the sun, soothe skin with Jason Soothing 98% Aloe Vera Gel. Made with soothing, hydrating aloe vera gel, plus allantoin to reduce tenderness and Vitamin B5 to replenish skin. For extra refreshing relief, store the tube in the fridge.

To find out more and buy Jason’s sun care products, visit the summer shop.

*with the exception of the Facial Sunscreen.

Sponsored post | Don't forget to smile

Look after your pearly whites the natural way

This month sees the Oral Health Foundation’s National Smile Month (18 May-18 June), which for almost 50 years has championed the benefits of having good oral health and promoting the value of a healthy smile. It’s more important than ever for us to practise good oral hygiene, as it may be some time before we are able to access our dentist for a routine checkup.

Brushing our teeth is an important part of the daily regimen, and as such should be done twice daily - once in the morning and once in the evening. In the morning, always wait half an hour after eating as otherwise the acids left in the mouth from eating coupled with the brushing action can damage the tooth enamel and cause erosion. At night, the best time to brush your teeth is immediately before going to bed. Regular use of mouthwash and flossing can also help you maintain good oral hygiene.

When choosing products to use for your oral care routine, it’s important to think about your oral health needs. Leading botanical brand JASON offers a range of oral care, featuring toothpastes (with or without fluoride) and mouthwashes with something for every dental concern. Choose from:

Healthy Mouth range to fight tartar build-up plus antimicrobial and antiseptic tea tree oil to fight bacteria.

PowerSmile range for whiter, brighter smiles with natural teeth whiteners and super-fresh pepperminty breath.

Sea Fresh range formulated with blue-green algae for strengthening tooth enamel.

Simply Coconut Chamomile Soothing Toothpaste for sensitive gums and mouth made with 99% earth-sourced ingredients.

Kids Only Strawberry Toothpaste for fun fruity freshness in an easy-to-squeeze tube that encourages independent brushing.

All products are vegan-friendly, cruelty-free and free from SLS, parabens, preservatives, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners, saccharin and propylene glycol.

See the whole range and shop at jasonnaturalcare.co.uk/dental.

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