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Natural Beauty
The Benefits of Collagen Powder
Collagen.
We've all heard of it, we've likely heard that it's great for the skin, but what does it actually do? And how can we work it into our beauty routine? The word "collagen" has become synonymous with a healthy skincare routine and, for that very reason, collagen supplements, powders and inner beauty boosters seem to be popping up everywhere.
If you want to work a little collagen into your daily routine, read on for our tips on choosing the best possible collagen supplement for you.
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A Look Into Our March Beauty Box!
22 March 2021This month's beauty box has just arrived on our desk and here is a sneak peek into it...
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The Top 7 Benefits of Bakuchiol: Nature's Retinol
22 March 2021We've all heard of retinol- an anti-ageing powerhouse promoting cell turnover, assisting with everything from acne through to fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots. Despite its benefits, many of us remain wary of retinol, instead looking for natural, botanical alternatives that won't sensitise already stressed skin.
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Afterpay Sale! Run, Don't Walk: Top 13 Products That Never Go On Sale
18 March 2021Here is what everyone is buying in the Nourished Life office this Afterpay day sale...
Health & Wellness
Your Newest Bedroom Buddies
Now is the time to celebrate self love in all its forms. We take care in choosing the best health and beauty products for our bodies, inside and out, we've finally learnt the benefits of living slowly and we're embracing "me time"- so where does sexual health fit into the self love picture?
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The Gut-Skin Connection
31 March 2021Great skin starts in the gut. One simply cannot exist without the other. Our gut and our skin are in constant communication in a relationship known as the gut-skin axis. Messages are sent between our gut, our microbiome, and our skin via the immune system, the nervous system and the endocrine system to help keep our body working in harmony.
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Natural Remedies for Worms & Parasites
26 February 2021Have you ever wondered what worm and parasite infections are and where they come from? Lee Holmes founder of Supercharged Food shares her expertise with us on the blog.
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How to Get the Best Night's Sleep, Naturally!
26 February 2021When we're busy, sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice. Here are my favourite natural options for falling asleep faster and getting into that elusive deep sleep!
Sustainable Living
How to Choose the Best Shampoo Bar for your Hair
No matter your hair type, length, colour or texture, a great shampoo is an essential pillar in any hair (and hygiene!) routine. If you've made the switch to natural hair care and are using a natural, organic shampoo, you're already doing some great work for the environment- but why stop there?! There's one product you can work into your hair care routine that can take you one step closer to living with zero waste - the shampoo bar.
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Easy eco swaps from our team to you
30 March 2021Making the switch to more eco and natural options doesn't have to be hard! We're here to support you wherever you are on your journey and make it easy. What better way to share how easy it is then to share exactly what our own Nourished Life team have switched to! Check it out below.
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Eco-Friendly Tips from the ABC War on Waste
16 February 2021The ABC War on Waste is putting the spotlight on just how much rubbish we're all producing each and every day. In this next blog I share the small steps you can take to change wasteful everyday habits and make more eco-friendly lifestyle choices to make a big difference.
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5 Simple Swaps for Sustainability On The Go
20 January 2021Sometimes we don't realise just how much plastic we consume in our everyday lives, and how much a sustainable switch can make all the difference in our personal plastic usage. If you're looking to cut down on plastic waste, it's surprisingly simple to take sustainability outside of the home with a few great eco-friendly product swaps.
Baby & Kids
Cooking Tips for Busy Families
It's back to school time and that means hello organisation! It's great to be organised with meal planning and cooking so you can spend more quality time with the kids now that they're back at school.
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Back to School: Kids Essentials
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Insect Repellents for the Whole Family
4 November 2019Unfortunately, living in Australia means we're pestered by flies, bugs, and mosquitoes year-round! Keep bugs at bay, but avoid showering your family in nasty bug sprays with these all-natural insect repellents.
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Your Guide to Willow By The Sea
3 April 2019I am so excited to share another amazing clean brand with my Nourished Life community. This time it's Willow By The Sea – a natural, Australian made, certified organic collection of truly beautiful baby products.
Natural Shopping Guides
Mother's Day Gift Guide
Here at Nourished Life, we embrace any opportunity to celebrate the women in our lives- and Mother's Day is one of our favourite occasions to celebrate.
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The Products You Need To Buy in Our Hair Care Sale!
12 April 2021Daylight saving is back with earlier nights and weather getting way cooler, we are starting to spend a bit more time indoors which frees some time for self-care time and more especially hair care time after summer.
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Skincare products our male colleagues swear by
31 March 2021Skincare is for everyone and should not be limited to any gender. While we often talk about skincare from a female perspective, the truth is that our huge range of skincare products work just as well for men! Skin thickness, texture or sebum production can however differ from person to person, so to find a routine that's right for you (or your partner), it's important to take into consideration skin type and specific concerns. Not sure what to look for? Some of our male staff have shared their favourite skincare picks below.
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Our Top Easter Sale picks!
26 March 2021Don't know what to pick for our Easter Sale?
Healthy Living Podcasts
Ep 50: Krumbled Foods with Founder Keira Rumble
Today on the podcast, I'm talking with Keira Rumble, the founder and CEO of Krumbled Foods. A certified nutrition, wellness advisor and business owner, Keira established Krumbled Foods to bring delicious, legitimately healthy snacks to the market, each of which have been carefully created to provide a daily dose of skin-supporting nutrients and include 5 key anti-ageing ingredients in each convenient snack bar.
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Ep 49: Coffee Break with KeepCup
27 October 2020Today on the podcast, I'm talking with Abigail Forsyth, the CEO of KeepCup. KeepCup was founded by Abigail and her brother Jamie in 2009 as a means of minimising the waste that is produced by disposable takeaway coffee cups. KeepCup are a range of non-disposable takeaway coffee cups, thoughtfully designed with both you and the environment at the forefront of the mind.
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Ep 48: The Perfect Glowing Tan with Three Warriors
13 October 2020Today on the podcast, I'm talking with Corbin Halliday, the founder of Three Warriors. Three Warriors is a range of Australian made, certified organic tanning products, developed after Corbin was diagnosed with a chronic illness and decided to cut the toxins from his beauty regime.
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Ep 47: Natural Toothpaste with Grants of Australia
29 September 2020Today on the podcast, I'm talking with Tammy Aronson, the general manager of Grants of Australia. Grants is a family business, founded by Tammy's parents in 1984, producing natural alternatives to traditional dental care and health supplements.
Healthy Living Videos
Eco-Friendly Tips from the ABC War on Waste
The ABC War on Waste is putting the spotlight on just how much rubbish we're all producing each and every day. In this next blog I share the small steps you can take to change wasteful everyday habits and make more eco-friendly lifestyle choices to make a big difference.
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Top 10 Most Polarising Natural Products
4 April 2019It would be boring to only talk about the good stuff here on Nourished Life, so I wanted to share the worst reviewed products too! Yep, this is a guide to the most polarising products I sell — the ones you either LOVE or HATE!
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Your Guide to Lonvitalité Derma Rollers
18 March 2019After discovering the amazing skin care benefits of facial dermal rolling, I was so excited to find out that we can actually derma roll our entire bodies too, so I put together this guide to the amazing new Lonvitalité derma rollers for both face and body!
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Q&A with the Founder of Pai Skincare
8 March 2019To help celebrate International Women's Day this year, I talked to another female founder of an amazing natural skin care brand — Sarah Brown from Pai Skincare!