designer bags... under my eyes.

 

 

 

Even if you’re a narcoleptic with no social life, dark, under-eye circles can still hunt you down. 

 

 

 

Yup, those saggy bags (“oxidizing hemoglobin”) can make you feel older than dinosaur ruins.

A lack of sleep and rock star ways are not the main reasons for your Rocky Balboa’s. They’re just contenders. Who else shares the ring?

 

 

 

• Blood vessels — if traumatized, vessels can sometimes break
• Allergies and sinus problems— dilate and darken the veins that drain from your eyes to your nose
• Heredity — dark, under-eye circles can run in the family
• Lifestyle factors — smoking, alcohol and caffeinated sodas contribute to the problem
• Sun exposure — prompts your body to produce more melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color
• Vitamin deficiency — just take them, OK?
• Thinning skin and loss of fat and collagen — common as you age, this makes the reddish-blue blood vessels under your eyes more obvious

 

 

Natural Fix-Its

Pee, baby, pee. Beverages like green tea help rid the body of excess liquids, which contribute to dark, under-eye circles. Also drink plenty of clean water. Drinking lots of water flushes the toxins out of your system.

Eat a well-rounded diet. Try to consume lots of vitamin B and folic acid. In fact, green leafy vegetables are especially helpful in ridding raccoon eyes naturally.

Practice yoga. It has been found that yoga is very beneficial in reducing dark circles. Yoga promotes better blood circulation and detoxification, which is super helpful for skin health. Om.

Topical applications the ole’ natural way: tomato, lemon and gram flour. Tomato is rich in vitamins A, C and iron, whereas lemon can act as a “natural bleach.” By combining the two ingredients, you will notice the dark circles will lighten after a few days of treatment.

 

 

How to make your gram flour

Take pre-cooked chickpeas, rinse thoroughly and drain. Spread evenly across an ungreased baking tray and cook on medium heat for 2 to 3 hours. Turn off oven and leave overnight to cool. Place into a mortar and pestle and grind to a fine consistency.

Take one teaspoon fresh tomato juice, and mix it with 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice and 3/4 of a teaspoon of gram flour. Mix all these thoroughly to create a smooth paste. Apply this paste on the dark circles around the eyes, using a dry but cold compress to hold it all together. The cold will help constrict the capillary walls and reduce puffiness. Leave on for about 10 minutes then remove.

Before it becomes too dry, start removing by rubbing very gently with your fingers. Wash your face.

 

 

 

Buy an Eye Treatment. If you’re going to go the eye treatment route, look for the following ingredients: vitamins C, E, K, calendula, chamomile and green tea extract.

 

Have patience. These treatments may take some time to really see a difference. In the meantime, concealer is your BFF.

diuretics!

 

 

Diuretics are sometimes necessary, as a hot water and lemon fan---as you have previously read in my blog post hot lemon diuretic That is the one diuretic I would absolutely always suggest-- nothing can make you feel better then a boiling mug of hot water with a few slices of lemon, but there are many other diuretics out there and I am going to be listing it for you!

 

There are many things you can find to eat that will act as diuretic foods, and they come in almost every one of the four basic food groups. You can find fruits and vegetables, oats and grains, and even beverages to suit your diuretic needs. Some people turn to pills and other medications in order to soothe their diuretic needs, WHICH I DO NOT SUGGEST, but it is just as easy to go the natural route by simply adding certain things to your diet.

What’s a Diuretic?

A diuretic is either a food, herb, beverage or anything else that aides in the process of making your body release more urine. Increasing the amount of times your body releases fluids can do three things for you: excrete toxins from the body, lower your blood pressure and help get rid of extra water weight.

 

Fruits and Vegetables

Any fruit with a large amount of water in it is a good choice for a diuretic. Many fruits, such as cranberries and juniper berries, are also good system cleansers and infection fighters. Many of the green leafy vegetables, while having diuretic properties, also have antioxidant and cancer fighting properties as well.There are many fruits and vegetables available to buy that can be used as a natural choice for a diuretic, such as:

• Cranberries
• Watermelon
• Lemon
• Juniper Berries
• Tomatoes
• Asparagus
• Artichokes
• Beets
• Brussels Sprouts
• Cabbage
• Carrots
• Cucumber
• Lettuce
• Watercress
• Celery
• Eggplant

Herbs

 

These herbs are easy to add into your diet as additions to your ordinary meals to add a bit more flavor. Certain herbs, such as garlic, have also been shown to have heart healthy qualities. Some good diuretic herbs are:

• Parsley
• Horseradish
• Ginger
• Dandelion Leaf
• Stinging Nettle
• Hawthorn Herb
• Garlic
• Fennel
• Raw Onion
• Celery Seed

Oats and Other Food

 

Not only can oats help fight against high cholesterol, but they are also perfect for fighting against fluid retention. Other things you can add to food, such as vinegars, can add to your potassium levels as well.

• Oats
• Apple Cider Vinegar

Beverages

 

Some drinks that can be used as diuretics should not come as a surprise because of all their other health benefits. Anything with caffeine can be used as a diuretic, as well as:

• Coffee
• Green Tea
• Carrot Juice
• Cranberry Juice
• Dandelion Tea
• Tea
• Lemon Juice added to a glass of water

There is only one problem with diurectic foods, and that is potential dehydration. Since they cause the removal of too much water from the body, this causes you to lose out on precious vitamins and minerals. Therefore, be sure to continue to drink plenty of fluids during the times you are using diurectic herbs, beverages and foods.

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Gatsby Inspired of course...

 

 

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This to die for range has left me drooling....

amani spa - sandton, rosebank and cape town!

Amani Spa is the place to get your R and R, It is a highly recommended spa with the best treatments, I for one love getting a foot massage by the pool side with an amazing view.

Here is abit about the spa and its different branches and its pictures, there after I will give you the contact details of this amazing spa.

Amani Spa, Sandton

In the heart of Sandton – the vibrant, high-energy commercial centre of Johannesburg and hub where business people, residents, shoppers and tourists live, work, play, shop and meet – you will find a sanctuary at Amani Spa, the state-of-the-art unisex spa facility at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Sandton.

Here you will find a full range of pampering day-spa therapies, signature body and skin treatments and a vast menu of relaxing massages designed to restore wellness and balance to the body, mind and spirit on offer.
Our Sandton spa boasts Africa’s first Therapeutic Salt Room, as well as a heated vitality pool with outstanding views of Gauteng, a hydro retreat, Vichy showers, Kneipp, Caldarium, Aroma Mist, Sensation Shower and Sauna facilities.
We are open to hotel guests and the general public seven days a week, and bookings are essential.

 

 

 

 

Amani Spa, Rosebank

Drift away from the stresses and strains of daily life at Amani Spa - Crowne Plaza, The Rosebank – a stylish oasis of tranquility. Our mélange of treatments will introduce a whole new sense of well being, as our skilled therapists adjust our top quality holistic spa therapies to your individual needs. Our luxury facials, massages, manicures and pedicures are sure to leave you feeling both indulged and pampered.

Our Rosebank spa has exquisite facilities – an Aqua Reflex Area, relaxation lounge, two steam rooms, seven treatment rooms, a duo-treatment room and a hydro room. Awaken your senses in an atmosphere suffused with exotic fragrances, music and softly coloured lights, which work together to restore physical, emotional and spiritual balance.
Conveniently situated in the Crowne Plaza – The Rosebank Johannesburg, we offer five star experiences to hotel guests and the general public, seven days a week. Bookings are essential.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amani Spa, Waterfront Cape Town

The Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, situated along the Atlantic Ocean, with Table Mountain and Robben Island providing a beautiful backdrop, is an idyllic destination within walking distance of the V&A Waterfront, and only a ten-minute drive from the central business district.

With its prime location on the water’s edge, our spa at the Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront is the latest in the exclusive Amani Spa collection. Our philosophy of 360° health, beauty and wellness is all-encompassing, embracing all aspects of holistic health and beauty. This state-of-the-art unisex spa facility boasts trendy wellness facilities; a heated vitality pool with a surrounding relaxation deck and loungers, the unique Amani Journey comprising of duo Vichy Showers, Kneipp, Caldarium, Sensation Shower and Sauna, as well as ten multi-functional treatment rooms, including a couple’s spa suite.

We offer a number of pamper packages, including half-day and full-day packages, bridal packages, pamper parties, and birthday packages, as well as corporate wellness packages. Customised packages may also be arranged for specific events such as Secretary’s Day, Women’s Day, Boss’ Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day – to name but a few. Packages are designed with your unique objective in mind, and may include facials, massages, full body rituals, or signature treatments.

This facility also has its own fully-equipped Fitness Centre which overlooks the harbour, and houses the latest range of computerised cardio and Technogym strength machines, including the revolutionary Kinesis training system and a Powerplate. Professional trainers are available on request.

Our spa and fitness facility is open to hotel guests and the general public seven days a week, 365 days a year – including public holidays.

 

 

 

 

SLOW – Airport Lounges

OR Tambo Johannesburg, King Shaka Airport Durban and Cape Town International Airports
Comair, in partnership with FIRST NATIONAL BANK and RMB Private Bank, introduced the tranquil and stylish SLOW Lounges at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, Cape Town International and King Shaka Airport, Durban. – exclusively for qualifying British Airways customers, Comair guests and FNB and RMB clients.
The award winning SLOW Lounges have set a new global standard for domestic airport lounges in South Africa. They provide a perfect sanctuary from the fast pace of travel and modern life and were inspired by the growing international trend towards appreciating life’s journey as much as achieving an end goal. And what better way to relax and unwind, than in the SLOW Lounge treatment room, while enjoying a complimentary Amani spa massage.
STRICTLY ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE TREATMENTS MENU AVAILABLE AT DOMESTIC SLOW – OLIVER TAMBO, KING SHAKA AND CAPE TOWN:
For enquiries, please email: info@amanispas.co.za
Website: www.slowlounge.co.za

 

 

 

Amani Spa, Sandton, Johannesburg Tel: +27 (0)11 783 6955 Cell: +27 (0) 79 589 8549 Email: sandton@amanispas.co.za

Amani Spa, Rosebank, Johannesburg Tel: +27 (0)11 448 3620 Email: rosebank@amanispas.co.za

Amani Spa, Cape Town, Waterfront Tel: +27 (0)21 441 3331/2/3 Email: capetown@amanispas.co.za

have a lovely spa day at this gorgeous spa!