Carol Ofori's Top Skin Care Tips for Radiant Winter Skin @CarolOfori

Hi Guys,

As the winter chill sets in, it's essential to adapt your skincare routine to keep your skin looking happy and vivacious. For those unsure of how to look after their skin during winter, TV and radio personality Carol Ofori shares her top tips for maintaining flawless skin during the harsh winter months.

1. Keep Hydrated

Staying hydrated is crucial for healthy skin, yet it can be challenging to drink enough water during the colder months. Despite the temptation to skip your water intake, remember that hydration is a must for maintaining your skin’s glow. Make a conscious effort to drink water regularly to ensure your skin stays supple and radiant.

2. Get Your Sleep In

Never underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep. Aim for nine hours of restful sleep to give your skin the extra love it needs during winter. Quality sleep allows your skin to repair and regenerate, helping you wake up with a refreshed and glowing complexion.

3. Get Rid Of Excess Skin

Exfoliating dead skin cells is essential, especially in winter when your skin can appear dull and lifeless. Consider visiting a skincare clinic like Skin Renewal for treatments such as chemical peels and micro-needling. These treatments reinvigorate the skin, giving it the boost it needs to stay vibrant and healthy during the harsh winter months.

4. Don’t Forget The Sunblock

A common mistake many make during winter is neglecting sunblock. Even though it's cold, the sun's UV rays remain potent, and the air is dryer, which can further damage your skin. Sunblock is a year-round necessity to protect your skin from harmful rays and prevent premature ageing.

5. Up The Moisturiser

Winter air is notoriously dry, so it's important to increase your use of moisturiser. If you usually use a dollop, add an extra one during the winter months to give your skin the support it needs. Incorporating serums and oils into your routine can also provide additional hydration, keeping your skin nourished and soft.

6. Wash Your Face Twice A Day

Maintaining clean skin is essential, especially during winter. Wash your face twice a day to remove dirt, makeup, and impurities. In the morning, start with a face wash followed by serum, eye cream, moisturiser, and sunblock. At night, use a face wash, retinol or night serum, and an evening cream to keep your skin supple and happy. Remember, never go to bed with makeup on to prevent clogged pores and breakouts.

By following these tips, you can ensure your skin remains healthy, hydrated, and radiant all winter long.

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@NestleSA Launches #TasteTheGoodLife Chocolates Campaign #Aero #KitKat #BarOne

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A treat for the Nestlé chocolate lovers as it launched its Taste the Good Life Campaign at the lush Beechwood Gardens, in Hyde Park. I was lucky to be a part of the same and I shared some of the photographs on my Instagram handles - @araijain and @thelifesway. Beechwood Gardens is one of the most beautiful properties as I visited the same for the first time in my life at Johannesburg. Thanks to Nestle' for the invite and What a great start to the holidays and Winters!

Guests such as, Melody Molale, Skeem Saam’s Eric Macheru, to mention a few, were treated to a hearty meal prepped by Why Cook and dessert by Chef Luyanda who created scrumptious dishes inspired by Nestlé chocolates. The food was amazing and dessert was simply awesome. Checkout my Instagram posts for the food pictures.

A picnic inspired setting lent itself to the theme that Nestlé wishes to carry throughout the campaign - A taste of the Good Life. I simply loved the setup as it was great to talk and share your love for chocolates and good times in this one life. The Nestlé chocolates have simply taken a life of their own and are gradually infiltrating lifestyle spaces – from KitKat having a break at uber-cool spots such as Neighbourgoods Market, BarOne offering itself as a treat to fitness fanatics and Aero taking over fashion pages.

“The aim of today’s luncheon is to launch this exciting campaign that would see many of our loyal consumers stand the chance to win themselves great prizes and cash. We thought it best to invite the media to come enjoy with us and get to experience our interpretation of the Good Life,” said Zanele Mthethwa, Head of Chocolates at Nestlé.

The competition aims at giving Nestlé chocolate lovers a taste of the good life, not only do entrants get to enjoy their favorite chocolates, they stand to win awesome prizes like Cellphones, Voucher card, and Cash. The competition will run from the 1st May 2018 – 31st July 2018. Follow them on twitter, facebook and Instagram.

Entering is quite easy, all that one has to do is to SMS the last four digits of their barcode to *120*440* and they could be a lucky winner.

Seeing as chocolate uplifts your mood, treat yourself with the best…and stand a chance to win awesome prizes. Don't wait for tomorrow, enjoy your life today!

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Up Your Winter Hydration Game With @VitaCocoZA Natural #CoconutWater

Hi Guys,

Most of us are pretty diligent about staying hydrated in the hot summer months especially when we exercise and enjoy fun in the sun. But did you know that getting dehydrated in winter can happen just as quickly as in warmer weather? And more often than not winter is the time we let our guard down when it comes to hydration, as our bodies’ thirst response is reduced, fooling it into thinking that it’s properly hydrated.

One delicious hydration solution that will see you through colder winter months is Vita Coco 100% Natural Coconut Water. Based on one single ingredient – fresh, natural coconut water from young, green coconuts - Vita Coco is bursting with naturally occurring potassium and essential electrolytes.

Staying hydrated with coconut water during winter has many health and beauty benefits and can contribute towards helping the following:

Lowering blood pressure
Lower weather temperatures can often lead to hypertension, due to blood vessels narrowing, but thanks to its electrolyte content, coconut water can help in regulating blood pressure.

Decrease colds and flu
By preserving your body’s precious fluid levels, you can assist in keeping infection at bay. Winter is synonymous with drier air, which can quickly rob your body of fluids, making you feel tired, weak and more susceptible to sickness. By regularly hydrating with coconut water, your body is better able to fend off these illnesses.

Skin care solved
Your skin often bears the brunt of winter with hash winds robbing it of protective lipids and indoor heating drying it out. By failing to stay hydrated, your skin will look tired and those tell-tale signs of dark circles under your eyes can often appear. So to help counteract this, up your fluid intake to improve and maintain your body’s circulation of nutrients and oxygen to give your skin an irresistible radiance. Coconut water is a great skin hydration solution, as it moisturises it from the inside out.

Keep the winter kilograms at bay
Your body needs ample fluids to break down fats and convert it to energy. Added to this, if you don’t drink enough fluids in winter, your body will quickly hold on to every drop, retaining fluids and making the numbers on the scale go up a notch. Thanks to its zero fat content, coconut water won’t wreck your diet and will also eliminate unnecessary cravings by making you feel fuller after drinking it. Also, because coconut water is an isotonic drink, it provides a great pick-me-up before, during or after exercise - spelling success for your winter workout. Don’t forget to keep hydrated even during those winter months!

Vita Coco is available in Woolworths, Pick n Pay and Spar stores nationwide, as well as independent retailers, lifestyle and fitness centres. It retails from R24.95 for the 330ml and R54.95 for the 1 Litre.

About Vita Coco
Vita Coco is the brand that started the coconut water beverage trend when it was first introduced in New York, in 2004. Founded by long-time friends Michael Kirban and Ira Liran, Vita Coco has gone from a two-man start-up business into a growing global beverage brand now available in 30 countries. In Europe, Vita Coco is sold at nearly 20,000 retailers and South Africa is sold at Woolworths, Pick n Pay, Spar stores and independent retailers nationally. For more information on Vita Coco, visit http://www.vitacoco.com/za/.

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@SamsungSA Delivers #AirConditioning That’s Effective in #Summer and #Winter

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Samsung Electronics South Africa has vast experience in the development of air conditioning and has long been committed to creating cooling solutions that are both powerful and convenient, thereby ensuring optimum comfort for users. However, what many consumers are unaware of is the fact that Samsung air conditioners are equally effective at warming up a room and they can perform more efficiently than the average heater.

Although South Africa is renowned for its long, warm summers, when the winter hits, the cold can really affect internal living spaces. The traditional method of dealing with the cold is to utilise a bar or fan heater, but these products tend to work best as personal heating appliances and are less effective when attempting to warm an entire room.

Michael McKechnie, Director of Digital Appliances Group at Samsung Electronics SA, points out that Samsung’s air conditioners may have a reputation for being cooling appliances, but they are just as good when it comes to heating a room. 

“You simply cannot obtain the same amount of comfort or efficiency in heating from another source, as these appliances are designed to control the entire room’s temperature. Moreover, an air conditioner allows you to maintain your desired room temperature more effectively too,” says McKechnie. 

“Consumers may be concerned that an air conditioner will use more power, but even this is not necessarily the case. Our products have a built in inverter that sets the appliance to idle once the room reaches optimal temperature, switching on again only if the temperature drops below this level. A heater, on the other hand, is likely to remain on throughout the day in order to keep a room warm, so it clearly draws a lot of electricity.”

He adds that another, intangible benefit of using an air conditioner for heat is that by more consistently controlling the temperature of the room, you are less likely to get ill from constant changes in temperature. In addition, Samsung’s premium products have ‘Virus Doctor’ built into them. This technology promotes clean air through a simple plasma ion, which is able to kill more than 99% of germs in the air.

One concern consumers may have is that purchasing an air conditioner is a much larger investment than buying a simple heater. McKechnie suggests that it should be remembered that such an appliance will be useful throughout the year, heating rooms in winter but will also be able to cool them in the long summer months. 

“Furthermore, although for new customers an air conditioner may be more costly than a simple heater, Samsung distributors have a finance scheme in place that will allow individuals to buy an appliance at a set monthly rate that includes a warranty, as well as a maintenance plan. This means they can get a high quality product, capable of serving their needs for many seasons to come, at a reasonable price.”

“Ultimately, Samsung is committed to creating air conditioning solutions that are not only powerful and convenient, but that ensure optimum comfort in both winter and summer, all while delivering peak energy efficiency, which translates into lower electricity bills for consumers,” concludes McKechnie.

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Why Are We Hungrier In #Winters? @KelloggsZA #KelloggsBFBD

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As South Africa goes through its winter months, many are experiencing the hunger and food cravings that occur as the days turn colder. As temperatures fall, our appetite seems to spiral out of control - but why is it that we are hungrier in winter?

Studies have shown that as outdoor temperatures drop, the body temperature drops and that is what actually sets up a longing for foods that will warm you the quickest. Shivering triggers a self-preservation mode that sends our body a message to heat up fast. Although all food, including fruits and vegetables, will help create the extra heat we crave, for most it’s the traditional comfort foods that we turn to when it gets colder.1

"In winter we are likely to drink more hot beverages. If using more than a teaspoon of sugar, this could be problematic for weight management. Couple this with a biscuit or two and this can drastically increase your normal energy intake," says Kwa Zulu Natal-based registered dietician Kelly Francis. 

While for some it is falling temperatures that sets appetites in motion, for others, it's the decrease in sunlight and an onset of Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) - a type of depression caused by a decrease in light exposure. Predominantly, it occurs in winter but disappears as the days get longer in spring and summer. Those who suffer from SAD seek quick sources of serotonin, which come from carb-heavy meals.

“High fibre carbohydrate breakfast choices, with the addition of protein rich dairy provide sustained energy, naturally stabilizing blood glucose levels and the appetite,” Francis added. 

Although our appetites have increased this winter, for many children in South Africa, hunger is a reality they face every day, every season. Today almost one in five children in South Africa goes to school without breakfast, which has a direct impact on their growth and development. Winter temperatures also further increase children’s ability to fight off illness, meaning more learners are sick and missing school in the winter months.2

Kellogg’s South Africa aims to combat this issue with its Breakfasts for Better Days™ initiative. The initiative is continuing to spread the importance message of staying healthy by providing children across the country with a balanced breakfast, giving them the vital fuel they need to learn effectively. 

Since the programme’s launch in 2014, over 13 million breakfasts have been served up, with 25 000 children getting a balanced breakfast every school day in Gauteng, Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Eastern and Western Cape provinces. The breakfast offerings include Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Instant Porridge, which provides energy and warmth during the winter.

About Kellogg South Africa Company

Kellogg is the world's leading cereal company. At Kellogg, we are driven to enrich and delight the world through foods and brands that matter. Our brands – Kellogg's®, Corn Flakes, All-Bran®, Special K®, Rice Krispies®, Coco Pops®, Frosties®, Strawberry Pops®, Pringles® - nourish families so they can flourish thrive. Through our Breakfasts for Better Days® initiative, we’re providing 5 million servings of cereal and milk, provided by Clover, to South African school children by the end of 2016. To learn more about Kellogg, visit the website: www.bfbd.co.za, Facebook: www.facebook.com/KelloggsSA or follow on Twitter @KelloggsZA.

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REFERENCES 

1 MCALLISTER, RALLIE (2004) Healthy Lunchbox: The Working Mom’s Guide to Keeping You and Your Kids Trim. Lifeline Press. ISBN-10: 0895260581 

2 Shisana O, Labadarios D, Rehle T, Simbayi L, Zuma K, Dhansay A, Reddy P, Parker W, Hoosain E, Naidoo P, Hongoro C, Mchiza Z, Steyn NP, Dwane N, Makoae M, Maluleke T, Ramlagan S, Zungu N, Evans MG, Jacobs L, Faber M, & SANHANES-1 Team (2013). South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (SANHANES-1). Cape Town: HSRC Press.

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Celebrating Winter Solstice Collection @JCLeRoux

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Donning their finest winter chic, Jozi fashionistas toasted the longest night with flutes of bubbly at J.C. Le Roux’s glamorous Winter Solstice Celebration on a cold night of 20th June 2015 .

Guests also got up close and personal with the limited edition J.C. Le Roux Winter Solstice Collection, three beautifully designed packs showcasing Le Domaine, La Fleurette and La Chanson for the first time with different designs and ribbons in celebration of the winter night sky.

The limited edition bottles will be up for sale only for a month and are available in all stores across the country at R59 each.

Famous faces spotted at the event, held at the trendy Level 3 in Marlboro place, Kramerville, included actors Diaan Lawrenson, Jody Abrahams, Atandwa Kani, rugby player Robbie Coetzee, SABC 2 news anchor Louise Wingerden and YFM DJ Ayanda Mdluli.

The evening certainly provided one bubbly highlight after another, with superb live electric violin music followed by a breath-taking laser show and a surprise performance by songstress Chiano Sky. Ebith Jurgens Brand Manager #JCLeRoux welcomed all the guests and explained about the new Winter Solstice Collection. 

The DJ played all the favourite songs and everyone was on the dance floor till the end of the party at around midnight. Chiano Sky was awesome and even sang a song from her latest album which will be out in the market in July.

The guests were given awesome J.C. LeRoux soft blankets to keep them warm after the party also in their goodies bag along with a bottle opener. It was an awesome launch event and I really enjoyed myself with great food and company. Follow the brand on twitter, facebook, instagram & https://www.jcleroux.co.za/. Thanks very much to @GC_Com once again for the invite to this awesome launch event.

All of these photographs are taken using +Samsung Mobile #GalaxyS6 phone which I received for product review.

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