Holiday Essentials

You are probably still looking at your to do list at work before you head off on holiday. There is so much to think about before you can even start to relax by yourself or with you loved ones. To take some weight of your shoulders we have compiled a list of a few essentials you can grab from us before you go!

          Jason’s Suncare range includes chemical and fragrance free, mineral based natural sunscreens providing UVA and UVB protection, thus creating a natural barrier to protect the skin against sun burn. Available with different SPF’s you’ll find most suitable for your family’s protection. Jason’s suncare products also include certified organic ingredients which smell beautiful and exert a soothing and calming effect on the skin. Ingredients include Jojoba Seed Oil, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Calendula Flower Extracts. Don’t forget to bring a lip balm with an SPF to keep your delicate lips moisturised and protected!

          Antipodes Saviour Balm is a multipurpose salve that is scientifically shown to stimulate the production of type 3 collagen in human skin cells by more than 95%. With incredible ingredients such as Totora and Tea tree, both of which are highly antibacterial and microbial; Beeswax, Cocoa and Shea which soften the skin and moisturise and lastly Vinanza grapes and Echinacea which are high in antioxidants, optimising cell and skin repair. The skin balm can be used for a host of ailments such as skin grazes, dry cracked skin on the face and body, muscle relief, sunburn, hands and feet, skin hydration when flying…the list is endless. It is available in a very convenient travel size option as well.

          The Natural antihistamine Nettle has compounds that include flavonoids, amines and minerals which can help to naturally strengthen and support the body. Besides their other health benefits, nettles are excellent for allergies and have useful applications such as childhood eczema, nappy rash and hay fever, even on general itchy skin complaints and insect bites. Nettle is also available in a herbal extract from Nature’s Answer, which can be diluted in a little bit of water and taken orally daily as per the directions on the bottle.

          Natural anti-microbials such as Oil of Oregano or some organic Nutiva Coconut oil can be taken orally. This would help support the body in wading off any potential infecting pathogens especially when going to exotic and far places.

          A pack of your favourite Probiotics. The easiest would be to bring a few sachets of Amazing Grass Raw Reserve containing 5.5 g of alkalising greens and sea vegetables, 25 billion probiotics, a blend of digestive enzymes and a fibre blend with Chia and Flaxseeds. It is also raw, gluten free and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. This can help reset your bacterial flora when you experience an upset stomach but also when you’re in need of more fibre and greens.

          Mosquito repellents, Paracetamol and Imodium- Yes these are really handy to have in your bag particularly the last two as a last resort. When experiencing traveller’s diarrhoea and aiming to replenish the gut with probiotics, stopping the symptoms could be urgent and Imodium can help to halt this. Paracetamol as you know, for any bouts of fever or body aches. They are not natural products of course, but pick and choose what you need most!

          Hair shampoos and conditioners Deep nourishing products that help combat sea salt, sun, wind or chlorine. Explore the travel size range of Giovanni hair care to help protect and nourish the hair. We also absolutely love the Vita Pro fusion which helps to  create soft, manageable and beautiful hair, while protecting the hair from heat, chemicals and of course bad days!

Keep up with our next few blogs to have a few more of our holiday tips!