10 experts reveal all
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Naked woman in profile: health advice: be happy in your own skin
By Amanda Bown
No matter what their physical attributes, some women just radiate that ‘it\' factor - a certain confidence which makes them absolutely gorgeous and very happy in their own skin, thank you very much. So how do they do it? We gathered the top skin, health, beauty and holistic experts to reveal how you can join their ranks.
Mirror, mirror
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Mantra
\"I tell my clients it\'s about how you feel on the inside. Tell yourself how wonderful you are when you look in the mirror. If you can\'t manage to banish any negative thoughts you have about your appearance, then no amount of make-up, skincare products or clothing can fix the hole inside. Practise positive affirmations daily and never think or speak negatively about yourself - you are what you say you are!\"
Anastasia Achilleos, Urban Retreat British Beauty Expert
Scent of a rose
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Scent of a rose
\"According to the Vedas (an ancient Sanskrit text), our skin is an organ which is governed and controlled by our heart chakra, the energy centre for our emotional wellbeing, love of ourselves and others. Using products that contain rose - the most nurturing oil for the heart and skin - is an essential ingredient for providing you with a deep sense of joy. With this feeling comes radiance and of course great skin. Try rose balms, face oils and bath salts. I recommend ila\'s Face Oil For Glowing Radiance (£53.83) and Body Balm For Feeding Skin And Sense (£38.17).\"
Denise Leicester, founder and director of ila, www.ila-spa.com
Take time out for yourself
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Take time out
\"Many of my clients lead busy, multi-tasking lives, so I always suggest they take an hour to do something just for themselves every day. If they\'re desk-bound, I recommend they take their time alone to do something they enjoy out in the fresh air. If they are physically active all day, I suggest some time out in a soothing bath, with 10-20 drops of organic essential oils of their choice. By having a personal daily regime, you can make positive plans for a healthy, happy life.
Katie May, creator of Yin Yang skincare, www.yinyangskincare.co.uk
It\'s easy as ABC...
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Wash away the negativity
\"Upon waking, think about your intentions for the day and how you want it all to unfold. Try not to focus on the small things that you\'re not looking forward to doing, but focus on all of the positives, goals to achieve and welcome in the new day. When showering, try and shower with intention of washing-away any negativity. Also, try doing the \'A to Z of positivity\': A is for abundance, B is for balance, C is for creativity, etc. The vibration of the word on your tongue lifts you and makes you feel more vibrant and happy.\"
Katie Winterbourne, Professional Intuitive at Urban Retreat
You are what you eat
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You are what you eat
\"Lead a balanced lifestyle where you eat healthily and exercise regularly. It sounds like stating the obvious, but these factors really do make a genuine difference to the way you look and feel. Fresh fruit and vegetable produce, together with top quality protein are great allies for radiant skin. Think how you look and feel when you come-back from a brisk walk, all bright eyed and sparkling. Regular exercise really does make a real difference inside and out. Healthy, beautiful skin is one of the best confidence boosters - it\'s a great place to start when you want to feel good about yourself!\"
Liz Earle, holistic guru and founder of Liz Earle skincare, www.lizearle.com
Positivity rules
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Be positive
\"If you feel lacking in confidence, the best trick is to find something you do actually feel even slightly confident about, and make that radiate-out all over. There are a few things you can do outwardly to feel confident, like making time for yourself, even if it\'s just taking an extra five minutes in the bath or shower. Pamper yourself. Doing something positive towards a ‘problem\' gives you more confidence and makes you feel comfortable. Try our Heaven Scent Body Spray (£29.31 for 50ml), which is a confidence-in-a-bottle and attracts positive energy towards you!\"
Deborah Mitchell, founder of Heaven organic skincare, www.heavenskincare.com
Quality, not quantity
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Go organic
\"I\'m a huge advocate of going organic, from food to skin care products. I\'m often shocked by the kind of chemicals and hormones we potentially pump into our bodies from non-organic food and beauty products. My advice is to eat less meat, use less beauty products, as there\'s no need to have 20 products for your face and body, just choose great quality organic products instead. Make a pledge to choose quality over quantity, and see for yourself how much your body thanks you for it!\"
Nicola Elliott, founder of NEOM, www.neomorganics.com
Sacred rituals
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Sacred rules
\"Being happy in your own skin comes from successfully optimising the skin you\'re in. Invest time in yourself by building a routine like a mini-facial in once a week. Try Neal\'s Yard Remedies Orange Flower Facial Oil (£19.55 for 30ml), as it improves skin tone and texture, lifts your mood and aids sleeping. It\'s ideal for nighttime rituals. Another tip: every week, focus on an individual area of your body, such as hands, feet, head, etc. And finally, replace your usual coffee with herbal tea at least once a day. It improves hydration and inner health. Lemon balm gently calms down nervous systems. Make this into a ritual, sip your tea, inhale the warm aromas, and focus on breathing.\"
Emma Thomson, Head of Natural Beauty and Aromatherapy, Neal\'s Yard Remedies, www.nealsyardremedies.com
Cleansing rituals
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Cleansing rituals
\"Our skin is hugely important to self confidence, this is why it\'s so important to cleanse properly, especially at night. We should all treat our skin in the best possible way, by pampering and taking care of it. You always see and feel the results straightaway, and that\'s a confidence boost. Treat yourself to some at-home facial care, and keep your skin looking plump and youthful.\"
Margo Marrone, founder of The Organic Pharmacy, www.theorganicpharmacy.com
Care for yourself
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Care for yourself
\"Everyone is made to feel as though skincare should make a person look younger, but for me, its all about prevention. It needs to refrain my skin from ageing, rather than trying to turn back the clock. I not only want to look good when I use my skin care products, I also want to feel good too. I want to feel as though my skin is being nurtured and fed, and protected from environmental pollution.\"
Stella McCartney, fashion designer and founder of CARE organic skincare, www.stellamccartneycare.com
