Gorgeous Flowers to Help Your Skin Care and How to Use Them

It is no secret that flowers are one of the most popular ways to help with self-care for many people. Flowers have been used to improve physical and mental health for centuries. Inhaling their scents has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, anxiety and fight depression. For these reasons alone, you should have flowers and plants in every corner of your home.

Flowers are widely used in the production of cosmetics and are crucial in skincare practices because of their vitamins and antioxidants. Besides healing and repairing your skin, they can also moisturize and reduce acne.

You can grow so many flowers in your garden that can be used to help you with your skincare and ensure that your beauty routine is full of natural ingredients. In this article, we will unveil the wonders of natural skincare as we explore the best flowers for revitalizing our skin's health and radiance.

Flowers you can use for skin care

Many of the flowers that we will go through you can grow in your back garden. With proper care and attention, you can enjoy these beautiful flowers in your garden and harvest them for your skincare needs. If you need any help maintaining your garden, turn to professional gardening services to enjoy a clean and tidy green space.

Chamomile

Chamomile is known for its calming and soothing properties. Apart from being used in face masks, chamomile can also be used as a facial steam to open up pores and promote deep cleansing. Chamomile tea bags can be chilled and placed on the eyes to reduce puffiness and dark circles.

Jasmin

Jasmine flowers have moisturizing and rejuvenating properties and are often used in lotions, soaps and face creams because it helps repair damaged skin. They can help improve the skin's elasticity, reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks, and provide a delightful fragrance.

Marigold

Marigolds have anti-inflammatory properties and are effective in reducing UV damage and skin ageing. They can be used to make skin-soothing face masks or pastes to alleviate skin sensitivity and dryness. Marigold extracts can also be found in various skincare products.

Rose

Roses are not only beautiful but also have numerous skin benefits. They have soothing and anti-inflammatory properties that can help calm irritated skin. Rosewater can be used as a toner or facial mist to hydrate and refresh the skin. Rose petals can also be used in face masks to rejuvenate and brighten the complexion.

Lavender

Well-known for its relaxing aroma, but it can also offer skincare benefits. It has antimicrobial properties that can help combat acne-causing bacteria. Lavender oil can be added to facial oils or used in DIY scrubs to soothe and cleanse the skin. Lavender-infused water can be used as a facial toner to balance the skin's pH and promote a healthy complexion.

Calendula

Calendula flowers have anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties, making them ideal for sensitive or damaged skin. Calendula oil can be used topically to soothe skin irritations, reduce redness, and promote skin repair. It can also be infused into creams or lotions for overall skin nourishment.

Hibiscus

Rich in antioxidants, Hibiscus flowers can help protect the skin from free radical damage. They have astringent properties that can help tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of pores. Hibiscus tea can be used as a facial rinse or incorporated into DIY face masks for a youthful glow.

Elder flower

Elder flower has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making it beneficial for skin health. It can be used to soothe and soften the skin, reduce inflammation, and promote a clear complexion. Elder flower-infused oils or creams can be applied topically for these benefits.

Cornflower

Cornflower has a cooling and soothing effect on the skin. It can help reduce puffiness, particularly around the eyes. Cornflower water can be used as an eye compress or added to facial toners to refresh and revitalize the skin. It can also be incorporated into DIY facial masks for its soothing properties.

Home remedies to try

You can enhance your skincare routine with these natural flower-based remedies that will keep your skin looking and feeling great:

Chamomile tea for your skin

Brew 100ml of chamomile tea and let it cool down. Apply it to your face with a cotton ball and leave for around 10 minutes. After that, rinse your face gently with clean water.

For a boost of hydration, mix the chamomile tea with a mashed banana. Bananas are natural moisturizing agents, and the potassium, essential minerals, and the vitamins A, B, C and E in the fruit not only hydrate but also reduce spots and aid collagen production, which helps with skin ageing.

Jasmine spray

Soak a few jasmine flowers in mineral water and strain the liquid into a spray bottle. Store it in the fridge and use it as a face and body mist. It's really easy, and besides calming and hydrating, the jasmine spray can also relieve PMS symptoms.

Marigolds Paste 

Grind the leaves and make a paste out of them. Apply it to your face and leave it on for around 15 minutes. Rinse your face gently with clean water. Marigolds have been used for centuries to treat skin sensitivity and dryness, and they're highly effective in reducing UV damage and skin ageing.

To boost the effects, add half a tablespoon of honey to the paste. It's an excellent ingredient for treating dry skin. If your skin is oily, add one tablespoon of yogurt, a squeeze of lemon juice and one tablespoon of rose water. After it dries, gently wash it off. Yogurt keeps your skin moisturized and gives a soothing sensation.

These home recipes can be helpful to many. However, it must be noted that flowers' effectiveness and specific benefits may vary from person to person and that individual skin types may react differently to various ingredients.

Final thoughts

Embracing natural skincare with the power of flowers is a journey towards nurturing your skin and connecting with the bountiful offerings of nature. From the soothing properties of chamomile to the repairing capabilities of jasmine and the winter savior marigold, these blooms bring harmony and radiance to our skincare routines.

Explore the possibilities, experiment with different combinations, and witness the trans formative effects of flowers on your skin. Unlock the power of flowers and indulge in the beauty of natural skincare for a radiant and healthy complexion.

Medicine Hat, Alberta - Get Ready For Cirque Italia!

HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? 

Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us MEDICINE HAT, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!

Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!

Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern! Come along for the ride when a 1950s-obsessed adolescent falls asleep and dreams of living in this revolutionary era. This high-octane show is guaranteed to captivate and engage every kiddo and Daddy-O in the audience.

Cirque Italia believes multi-culturalism is one of our strongest assets. Our show features performers from Argentina, Brazil, Romania, and many other countries. Of course, these incredible artists are preparing to wow you with their astounding acts. Master jugglers, low wire fanatics, dazzling contortion, wild trampoline antics, and even a wheel of death! Want to know more? You’ll have to come ‘dream’ with us as we travel back in time.

Cirque Italia’s mission is to provide high-class entertainment suitable for all age groups, where all are welcome at our strictly animal-free shows!

When: August 15th – 18th, 2024

Where: 3292 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 2R4

At: Medicine Hat Mall in the parking lot

·           Aug 15 – Thursday: 7:30pm

·           Aug 16 – Friday: 7:30pm

·           Aug 17 – Saturday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, & 7:30pm

·           Aug 18 – Sunday: 1:30pm & 4:30pm

Cost and Purchase Info:

For more information, visit www.cirqueitalia.com and make sure to check all our social media accounts. Tickets can be purchased now starting at $10.00-$50.00 depending on availability. Cirque Italia offers one free child admission with every full priced paying adult ticket in levels 2 or 3. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts, or deals. Please call 941-704-8572 to get the promo code for your location.

Box office hours:

The box office opens on-site on Tuesday, the week of the show.

Non-show days: 10am – 6pm

On show days: 10am – 9pm

You may also purchase tickets through our website (cirqueitalia.com/tickets) or by phone: (941) 704-8572. We also respond to text messages.

DS Smith Launches Shop.able Carriers Recyclable Box Solution for Transporting Groceries

                                                                                                 

 

Check out Shop.able Carriers, a line of recyclable, reusable boxes for supermarkets that replaces plastic shopping bags. They are now available for  a more sustainable and convenient packaging solution for everyday grocery shopping. The durable, stackable boxes – designed and manufactured by sustainable fiber-based packaging leader DS Smith – features the company’s patented, food-safe, and water-resistant Greencoat^® coating technology, giving consumers an affordable alternative to hard-to-recycle plastic bags. Shop.able Carriers are reusable, moisture-resistant, modular, and 100% recyclable made from renewable resources.

 

Shop.able’s first user, a regional U.S. supermarket chain, is on pace to replace up to 100,000 plastic bags in its first year of selling the boxes in its stores. 

The Shop.able Carrier product line will give consumers like you, the ability to help remove the billions plastic bags used across the United States each year while at the same time delivering convenience and sustainability to consumers’ day-to-day shopping experience. This kind of innovative, sustainable packing solution is what more communities need to stem the tide of hard-to-recycle plastics and move away from single-use plastic bags.

For more information about Shop.able Carriers, visit: www.dssmith.com/us.

Spice World Brand Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Recipe Road Trip

Spice World is proud to celebrate its 75-year anniversary as America’s Favorite Garlic and fresh flavorings Company with a Recipe Roadtrip this summer (May 28-August 11). The company is sharing the legacy of Andy “Pops” Caneza founding the company in 1949 after his return from European duty during WWII and the brand’s significant journey over 75 years of bringing flavors without boundaries.

 

Spice World will spend this milestone summer inspiring consumers with meal ideas from ten flourishing U.S. regions. And in honor of the 75^th anniversary, Spice World will donate $75,000 to Feeding America and other local charities focused on addressing food insecurity.

Stop by the central landing page for the Spice World Recipe Roadtrip -- spiceworldinc.com/75^th-anniversary -- and enter for a chance to win an experiential vacation to New Orleans, where Spice World was born. Each week of the ten-week campaign will feature a new region with facts, history and great cooking ideas.  By simply voting on a favorite meal idea each week, consumers will be entered for a chance to win. Additionally, participants will receive an e-Cookbook of the most voted, preferred meals and get the meal inspiration they seek in August with the e-Cookbook emailed directly to them.

 

Spice World, Inc. is promoting its Recipe Roadtrip and sharing great historical milestones on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and LinkedIn including hashtags #reciperoadtrip, #75yearsofspiceworld and #spiceworldinc.

 

Follow Spice World on TikTok and YouTube for even more flavorful meal inspiration. Favorite recipes ranging from a cheesy garlic pull apart bread, garlic cheddar biscuits to garlic avocado toast to garlic and lemon dill salmon can be found on the Spice World Inc. website.

 

About Spice World

Established in 1949, Spice World is dedicated to helping consumers elevate the way they eat by delivering innovative flavors that remove the common obstacles of prep time, seasonality, and clean-up. The wide variety of Spice World products allow home cooks to easily create rich, flavorful dishes for the entire family to savor. Anchored by the fresh bold flavor of garlic, Spice World’s offerings also include zesty ginger, Easy Onion, and hearty shallots, offered in ready-to-use, peeled and squeezable versions to help make meal prep and cooking more convenient. The Spice World line-up also includes fresh, ready-to-use seasoning blends. For more information about Spice World, please visit www.spiceworldinc.com.

Father's Day Gift Guide 2024

With Father's Day just around the corner, we've put together a gift guide featuring some great gift ideas from our friends.

GlassesShop-  Prescription Glasses & Sunglasses-

Looking for the perfect Father's Day gift? GlassesShop has you covered with a fantastic selection of prescription eyeglasses and prescription sunglasses. With the "First Pair Free" offer, you can gift your dad stylish and high-quality eye wear without breaking the bank. Whether he needs cheap eyeglasses for reading, driving, or protecting his eyes from the sun, GlassesShop offers a wide range of options to suit his needs. Show your dad how much you care by giving him the gift of clear vision and stylish frames this Father's Day!

Fairytale Brownies Father’s Day Sampler-

An assortment of fudgy brownies in three sizes, chewy cookies, and buttery blondies. The gift is wrapped in a newly designed Happy Father’s Day gift band featuring illustrated mountain peaks highlighted in gold. It’s a gift for the man who’s move mountains for you. Order by June 11 with standard shipping in time for Father’s Day arrival.   

NEVEN Eyewear -

With NEVEN Eyewear’s buy one pair of sunglasses and get two more for free deal, you can buy dad multiple pairs for an affordable price. NEVEN is a revolutionary eyewear company disrupting the industry with its unique blend of customer satisfaction, affordability and quality.

With complimentary nationwide shipping on every order, NEVEN makes finding the perfect gift for that special father figure easier. With each purchase made every Saturday and Sunday, shoppers get a free surprise gift with purchase.

Here are five perfect options to spoil Dad with this Father’s Day: 

 

• HUDSON: GOOSE ($75) – Dad will make a statement with these bad boys. Offering polarized lenses and UV400 protection, these glasses will protect Dad from the sun while looking stylish. *Available in 5 colors.
• TOMBSTONE: LOWRIDER ($75)— Inspired by the laidback LA lowrider culture and Harley Davidson's classic Lowrider bikes, these shades fuse rebellious edge with retro Americana vibes. *Available in 7 colors.
• LEGEND: NOMADS ($75)—The blue and purple rainbow polarized uni-lens come with a stainless steel signature logo found only on the Legend series. Equipped with upgraded 5-barrel hinges, the Nomads will most certainly add to dad’s swag. *Available in 20 colors. 
• SLATER: PUMPZ ($75)—As the sun hangs low on the horizon, casting a warm glow across the shoreline, PUMPZ sunglasses with their orange lenses take on an even more enchanting role. The beach ambiance transforms into a golden paradise, and these lenses act as Dad’s personal sun-drenched filter, intensifying the hues of the setting sun. *Available in 7 colors.
• COSMIC: LFG ($80) — The neon yellow nose pad isn’t just a pop of color; it's an electric shock of pure adrenaline straight to dad’s style. Crafted for the unstoppable, LFG sunglasses offer unparalleled comfort and wraparound coverage, fueling Dad’s passion for going harder, faster, and stronger. *Available in 6 colors.

You can view the entire shop – here 

Tovolo-

Getting dad ready for Father's Day with some great ideas from Tovolo.

·       Tovolo Grill Marinade Trays 

For your grill master, this two-piece tray set makes it easy and convenient to marinate and safely transport raw and cooked foods to and from the grill to help prevent cross-contamination.

·       Tovolo Mini Ice Cylinder

Help dad make America’s favorite “nugget” or “chewy” ice at home in this easy and compact mini ice mold.

**Watch for more great gifts for dad/ fathers.. coming soon..