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Ten best... ways to detox
We all know the drill: Christmas is for over-indulgence and January is for making, and generally breaking, New Years detoxing resolutions. We have put together an eclectic Ten Best that will help you detox the easy way.
From luxury skin products to remedies you can prepare in your kitchen this Ten Best… will help you to cleanse both inside and out. And don’t worry we’re not going to be recommending you drink strange coloured expensive potions - we want to help slim your waistline not your wallet!
- Dr Bronner's Magic Organic Body Balms, £3.99
Scented using only Fair trade organic essential oils and containing no synthetic ingredients or preservatives these make a perfect natural skin treat. Use after exfoliating with a body brush for the perfect body overhaul.
- Duchy Herbals Detox Tincture, Boots and Waitrose, £10
This tincture helps support the body’s natural elimination and detoxification processes. It includes extracts of Dandelion and Artichoke, the latter being a well-known digestive aid. Perfect for after festive feasting and if it’s good enough for the Prince…
- We love lemons
Ditch your sugary, milky morning coffee for a cup of hot water and lemon for one month. You will not only see a huge difference to your wallet and your waistline but your liver will thank you too.
- Deep Purifying Foam, Mádara, Selfridges, £13.50
This luxury skincare range is free from harmful chemicals, preservatives and is not tested on animals. The deep purifying foam face wash is perfect for a body MOT. Use daily and you’ll soon notice the difference.
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- The Juice
Detoxing is from the inside out. Get your engine revving with this cleansing juice, which will help to ease even the most stubborn fluid retention. Take 3 carrots, 2 apples, 2 celery sticks and a handful of parsley – whizz through your juicer and drink – simple!
- Spafinder.co.uk
Give your body the ultimate MOT and log onto Spafinder.co.uk to find a fab spa break for you and the girls. You can read reviews and locate luxury spas both around the world and closer to home.
- Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life
Running is a great way to not only get in shape but also banish those nasty toxins. Click here to register for the 2010 Race for Life.
- Naked Detox Deep Cleanse Shampoo and Naked Detox Fortifying Conditioner, both £3.91
Send your locks to hair rehab. Products such as hairspray build up in hair - particularly over the party season. This shampoo and conditioner will strip out all the nasties leaving hair deeply cleansed and refreshed.
- Detox Brush, Boots, £5.50
Dry brushing your skin is a great way to remove the impurities from your body. Brush every morning before you shower. Start at your feet and work upwards using long, firm strokes. The words skin, smooth and baby’s bottom spring to mind. Result.
- Yoga
The Sanskrit word yoga is translated as 'union' between mind, body and spirit. Yoga helps to strengthen and tone muscles and help banish unwanted stress that can toxify the body. Check the British Wheel of Yoga www.bwy.org.uk for a class near you.
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