Skincare Secrets

Treating Dry, Mature & Sensitive Skin... Naturally Hydrating dry mature skin can be difficult... especially if you don't have the right skin care regime. In this video Leonie talks about a simple skin care program that she recommends to many of her clients in their 40's, 50's and beyond. In fact she uses this exact same regime for her own skin. Read on to see more about Leonie's skincare secrets The Routine Cleanse morning and night with Herbal Cleansing Milk with Rose Geranium Moisturise daily with Moisture Cream with Rose Geranium Use Moon Haven's Eye Cream with Calendula every day to soothe and moisturise the delicate area under your eyes (helps fight those aging wrinkles) At night cleanse and then moisturise with Ultra Night Cream with Honey & Rosewood (Scroll down to see what Leonie considers to be her secret weapon for night time skin rejuvenation) Treatments: To refresh you skin (and uplift your soul) spray a little of one of our Facial Mists onto your face and throat. Hydrates the skin and the scents are divine. Exfoliate once a week with our jojoba rich Moisturisng Facial Scrub with Organic Clays Facial Clay Mask with Sandalwood & Oats has been discontinued, if you want to see it come back please let us know! HINT: The Ultimate Skin care Pack contains all of the products we recommend above The Secret Leonie calls our Anti-Ageing SkinCare System her secret weapon. As she explains in the video: "This is a two part system and is little bit more expensive than our Dry /Mature Skin Care range, but for me, this is the magic ingredient, the magic step in my personal anti-aging skincare regime." You apply the Bio Nutrient Gel first. It contains all the water based ingredients, everything from wheat amino acids, aloe vera gel, carrot seed, a little bit of squalene. But it's the wheat amino acids, I think, that are the magic in this one, because they are the proteins that our skin needs to boost itself. It's just wonderful. The gel works like a skin plumping mechanism. So it plumps up all your wrinkles and creases, or sleep creases and things like that. As soon as gel goes on, I immediately put on our Age Defying Serum. So whereas the bio nutrient gel is water based, this is the oil based part of the system. We apply this on top of the gel. What happens is that the two ingredients work together. In this Age Defying Serum I have formulated it with wonderful lipids, the oil based ingredients, things like the olive squalene, which is one of the wonder nutrient ingredients of the modern anti-aging world. It's such a fine molecule. It goes right down to where the fibroblasts are. I talked to you about that before, it's where the collagen and elastin is made and it helps to activate them. The Squalene it's a delivery system for all the nutrients. We're using lots of vitamin A, vitamin E, and vitamin B in this as well. These are these things our skin needs to remain healthy and youthful, and because we're leaving this combination  on our skin overnight, it has a longer time to  soak into the skin and actually be useful to it as the body repairs and regenerates while you sleep. Of course, we're using all the precious beautiful oils in this serum like evening primrose, rose hip, apricot kernel, jojoba oils and  those types of gorgeous ingredients. So I highly recommend using the anti-Ageing SkinCare System  least every second night (alternating with our night cream). Or, if you're like me, I prefer to use it every night, to get the results that I'm getting with my skin. This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information. Just email her at family@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? 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What is your Skin Type? Take our Skin-Type Test What is Your Skin Type? It’s confusing, right?  Choosing the right skin care starts with knowing your skin type. Sounds simple? And it is…  if you know how to determine what skin classification you fall into. And that’s where its easy to get a little lost. There is just so much advice and so many opinions out there, it’s easy to become confused and uncertain. That’s why we’ve put together this simple “how to guide “ helping you to identify where you stand in the skin care stakes.  By breaking it down into simple categories and steps you’ll have your skin care type identified.  From there your skincare system choices are straightforward. Did you know that there are only 3 different skin types? Despite what the so called experts, influencers and sellers of cosmetics may try and tell you  - there are only 3 true skin types – Dry, Oily and Combination. Acne, sensitivity and hormonal breakouts do not determine your skin type. Conditions like acne, rosacea, hormonal breakouts and sensitivity  are issues that can happen to any skin .  These conditions can come and go no matter what type of skin you have.  (If you suffer from any of these issues -jump into chat with us or leave a message and we can talk you through how to deal with them effectively and easily.) Take the Skin-Type Test Now that we know that there are only three skin types it’s a fairly easy process to decide which type you have.  Of course your skin classification can change over time.  Most skin tends to dry out as we age .  So don’t be surprised if you find that your once oily or combination skin changes to dry as you mature.       1. Wash Your Face To start, wash your face with a gentle milk cleanser – (something like our Herbal  Cleansing Milk with Rose Geranium)  then gently pat it dry. Note do not use a foaming facial wash or anything  that creates bubbles on the face as these will artificially dry your skin and likely give you a false result.       2. Wait 30 minutes After 30 minutes look at your skin in the mirror under good lighting. Note how your skin looks, as well as how it feels.      3. Evaluate the Results  Now lets looks at the different skin types and see where you fit in. Dry, Dull Looking Skin? If your skin looks dull – feels dry – even tight in places, then you more than likely have dry skin Shiny All Over? If your skin looks shiny all over and feels comfortable without any areas that feel tight or look dull, then you more than likely have oily skin. Dry Cheeks with a Shiny T-Zone? If your cheeks look and feel dry and your T-Zone (forehead, nose and chin) are tending towards shiny/oily then you more than likely have what we would call combination skin. Skin Care for All Skin Types This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information. Just email her at family@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online..

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face You'd think that washing your face was the simplest of things to get right.  Yet you may be surprised at how many people are doing it wrong! Here are the 5 cleansing mistakes to avoid when washing your face 1. Don't Over Cleanse: The general rule is wash your face with a suitable cleanser before you sleep and wash with tepid water when you wake. Washing more often will strip the natural oils from your skin which could cause your skin to become  dry and more sensitive. Use Moon Haven's Herbal Cleansing Milk with rose geranium for mature, dry and sensitive skin or Herbal Cleansing Gel with Bergamot for unbalanced, acne prone and oil skin. 2.Don't Use a Foaming Facial Wash The bubbles in a foaming facial wash strip away all your natural oils in your skin- leaving it feeling tight, dry and exposed The natural oils produced by your skin are precious.  Not only do they naturally moisturise your skin, they form part of the body's protective barrier.  3. Don't Scrub When washing your wash there is no need to scrub your skin.  Treat your skin as if it were a baby's.  Gentle soothing strokes.... pat dry with a soft towel is what is required. Scrubbing your skin, as if you were sandpapering, will only cause mini abrasions, gouges and sensitisations.  4. Don't Use Hot or Cold Water Washing your face with hot water will open up the capillaries (blood vessels) near the surface of our skin.  The heat may even cause some to break creating mini bleeds just under the surface of the skin. On the other hand cold water can close the pores on your skin so that any impurities are not released causing clogged and blocked pores. Warm tepid water is the way to go when washing your face. Your pores remain open, the blood vessels intact and your skin remains comfortable.  5. Don't Use a Washcloth/Face Cloth/ Face Brush etc There is so much conflicting advice out there on how to cleanse your skin.  All manner of tools, scrubbers and cloths are available that we're told are invaluable for skin health. But let me tell you... they're not needed ...in fact and in most cases... can do more harm than good. As we read above scrubbing the skin is often counter productive.  It stresses already stressed skin. Cloths and brushes can harbor nasty bugs, yeasts, fungi, bacteria which can infect your skin - especially if it has been broken. As long as you wash your hands first...your finger tips with your favourite cleanser and a little tepid water are perfect for applying and washing away the dirt, dust and daily grime from your face. I hope this information is helpful. Warmest regards, Leonie - moonhaven's aromatherapist, founder & creator of good things Cleanse  Your Skin Naturally This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information. Just email her at family@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online..

Is Soap Good for Your Skin? How many times have you heard- Using a non -soap cleanser is better for your skin? (think body washes, liquid soaps etc) For me -  nothing could be further from the truth! You see, if your skin is compromised, dry, itchy, scaly damaged... then a good, hand made, natural cold pressed soap - used correctly-  is just what you skin needs.  So how can I back up these wild claims? That's easy. 20+ years of experience   Over the past 20 odd years, my team and I have helped our wonderful moon haven clients reclaim the skin that they were meant to have, using our simple systems which always includes our very own natural, cold process soap. Each encounter with our moonies has proven to me time and time again that using great cold process soap is a wonderful, non -toxic way to cleanse your body.  It's even more beneficial for damaged, compromised skin. BUT And this is a huge BUT... you must use the right soap! Use the correct type of soap You see all cleansers, no matter if they are liquid detergents, solid, mass produced or gentle to the skin cold process soaps aim to remove oil and dirt from your skin. That is their job. So our aim when formulating a good cleanser is to remove the dirt and leave as much of the natural oils in the skin as possible.  And that is how we have formulated Moon Haven's range of natural cold process soaps. How Do We Make Skin Friendly Soap Bars? We use extra skin-friendly oils - We ensure that our bars retain just enough extra free botanical oils so that the skin is not left dry, irritated and dehydrated.  In fact your skin should feel better than when you went into the shower! Our soaps are formulated and handcrafted so that each bar contains its complete natural compliment of emollient, moisturising glycerine.  Amazingly this amazing ingredient is removed from mass produced, supermarket soaps to be sold of to skin care companies to use in their moisturisers and serums! We use a high percentage (over 65%) of skin conditioning botanical oils in our soap.  You see olive and rice bran oils contain some of the most skin loving, conditioning, anti-inflammatory long chain fatty acids available...and these convert into skin living, conditioning anti-inflammatory soaps!  Our Three Year Soap Formula Our soap formula didn't come out of a book.  We didn't buy a recipe. Nor did we have someone formulate it. Our soap formula evolved.  It took three years of experimentation, trialling on ourselves, family and friends -  tweaking and reformulating to the point where we  now have a beautifully gently cleansing bar for everyone (and every skin) enjoy.  Which Moon Haven soap is your favourite? Click here to explore our  soap collection CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Get offers, sales and all the latest from moon haven in your inbox Join The MoonHaven Family Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online.. Always seek qualified medical advice regarding your own individual situation Please note: Information in this article and on the moonhaven.com.au website represents the opinion of the author and as such is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

2 Step - No Fuss SkinCare for Men Let's be honest – most blokes aren't interested in a 12-step skincare routine that takes longer than their morning coffee. But here's the thing: your skin works hard for you every day, and it deserves better than a splash of water and hope for the best. After 25 years of formulating natural skincare, we've learned that men's skin has its own unique needs, and the good news is, meeting those needs doesn't have to be complicated. Why Men's Skin is Different (And Why That Matters) Thicker skin: Men's skin is roughly 25% thicker than women's, which means it can handle more, but it also means it needs proper care to stay healthy. More oil production: Higher testosterone levels mean more sebaceous gland activity – that's why many men struggle with oiliness and enlarged pores well into their adult years. Daily shaving stress: Regular shaving creates micro-abrasions and can lead to irritation, ingrown hairs, and sensitivity. Less maintenance awareness: Most men simply weren't taught skincare basics, so they're starting from scratch. The beauty of understanding these differences is that we can create a targeted approach that actually works – without the fuss. The 1 Minute No-Fuss SkinCare Solution After years of helping thousands of our male Moonies find their groove, we've discovered that the most successful skincare routine for men is refreshingly simple: cleanse and moisturise. That's it. Morning and evening (60 seconds each): Wet your face with warm water. Lightly lather the Tea Tree-T Cleansing Bar – wet your hand, then swipe it once or twice across the soap. This gives you just enough lather for your face (you don’t need much). Gently massage the lather over your face to cleanse. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry. While your skin is still slightly damp, apply a pea-sized amount of Nature's Own Moisture Lotion. 76 & Still Getting Compliments "I have been using this product for many years. I receive many favourable comments regarding my youthful skin. I am 76 years of age .. I’m happy to receive the compliments.   Lol" ROD B. Perth WA Why this combo works brilliantly: Tea Tree-T Cleansing Bar delivers natural clarification with organic green clay, antibacterial action from tea tree oil, and balancing properties that prevent over-drying. One bar lasts 2-3 months with daily use. Nature's Own Moisture Lotion is unscented, lightweight, absorbs quickly without greasiness, and works on face, hands, and any dry spots. Pleased I made the change "I was sceptical about switching from my usual face wash, but this soap has completely changed my skin. No more midday shine, and my wife says I look healthier!" – Mark S.A. For the Bearded Blokes: Level Up Your Game If you're sporting facial hair, here's your bonus step: add our Beard Oil to your routine. Just a few drops worked through your beard will: Tame the wild: Softens even the scruffiest beard Soothe the skin: Reduces itch and irritation underneath Add subtle appeal: Our signature Casablanca scent is quietly irresistible "Love the beard oil. I like how light it feels in the beard and the discrete scent. Also love that it's natural and that I can give my kids big chin cuddles without irritating their skin." – Louis, WA The Bottom Line Good skincare for men doesn't need to be complicated, expensive, or time-consuming. With the right products and a consistent two-minute routine, you can have healthier, more comfortable skin that looks and feels better every day. Remember, this isn't about vanity – it's about taking care of the skin you're in. Your future self will thank you for starting today. Ready to simplify your skincare game? Our Cleanse & Moisturise for Men combo takes the guesswork out of getting started, and like all our products, it comes with our 100% happiness guarantee. Because looking after yourself should be straightforward, effective, and completely hassle-free.                                           🌿 Laura, Leonie, Chris & the Moon Haven Team Take It Up a Notch: CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information. Just email her at family@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan.

What Happens When You Choose the Wrong Skin Care? I never thought that it would happen to me. Here I was away from Moon Haven, away from home and I had forgotten to pack my Anti Ageing Skin Care System AND my Moisture Cream with Rose Geranium. In fact I had left everything at home... and I mean EVERYTHING! So I thought-  oh well... a few days wont hurt me using something else on my skin. I couldn't have been more wrong! So off I went down to a nearby pharmacy and picked up what i thought was a good quality as-natural-as-possible moisturiser and cleanser for sensitive, dry skin.  They were a little pricey but I didn't want to compromise my skin for the sake of a few dollars. Day 1 Using the acquired skincare was ok...my skin was reasonably hydrated when I woke up that first morning. The cleanser was adequate but it did leave my face feeling a little tight.  I decided that I wouldn't use it again. At the end of the day my face felt warm, dry and uncomfortable. It was pink in places and my rosacea was starting flare. I applied more moisturiser which relieved the dryness for a few hours...but it didn't last. Days 2 and 3  I was constantly having to play moisturiser catch up with my skin.  and by Day 4 I knew that my skin was in trouble.  I woke with a pimple above my eyebrow and a painfull lump developing at the corner of my mouth. My skin was sensitised, warm to the touch and papery. I was breaking out and my skin was stressed. Thankfully, I was on my way home... and do you know what the first thing I did was? Smothered my face with Bionutrient gel mixed with our Age defying serum.  My skin soaked it up and started to relax... and even more importantly repair. Anti-Ageing Skincare System SKINCARE THAT HAPPENS WHEN WE MAKE SKINCARE FOR OURSELVES Your Price: : 100% NO-RISK MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Needless to say - the very first thing I will pack from now on is my skincare.  I don't want to go through that trial ever again. This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information .  Just email her at info@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Get offers, sales and all the latest from moon haven in your inbox Join The MoonHaven Family Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online.. Always seek qualified medical advice regarding your own individual situation Please note: Information in this article and on the moonhaven.com.au website represents the opinion of the author and as such is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

Anti-Ageing Skincare - How To's, Hints & Tips Greeting fellow skincare lovers As the creator of our popular two-step anti-aging skincare system (our moonies have rated it 4.9 stars out of 5) I'm excited to share some insider tips with you on how to get the most out of these two bottles of magic. In this article, I'll be providing practical advice on how to incorporate your Anti Ageing SkinCare System into your daily routine. I'll also be sharing some tips on how to layer and combine the product with other skincare products, along with some common mistakes to avoid. We can't wait to hear how your skin responds when it is fully nurtured, hydrated and supported by these products - so please do let us know. - Leonie of moon haven How To - BioNutrient Facial Gel: At night, after cleansing the skin and dabbing dry, apply a pea sized amount of Gel to the fingertips and thinly spread over the face and décolletage. Allow the gel to penetrate into the skin . How To - Age Defying Serum: After the BioNutrient Gel has been absorbed into the skin, gently massage a small amount (5 - 8 drops) of the Serum onto the face, neck and décolletage Allow the Serum to absorb into the skin.  There should be no oiliness visible after 5 minutes.  If the Serum has not penetrated within this time, then you may use a little less on your next application.  In this case more is not better… just wasteful! Hint:  If time is of the essence - mix the two products together in your palm and massage into your skin. How often should I use my Anti Ageing Skincare (AAS)? At Moon Haven we say that our Anti Ageing Skincare (AAS) system  can be beneficial for all skin types. If you're under 30 then we recommend using it once a week as a deeply nurturing overnight skin booster..  Then as we get older and our skin becomes drier and in need of more nutrition then we recommend you increase the frequency. For example many in their 40's, 50's and beyond get fantastic results when they use it every night. You see, as we age the skin begins to lose its elasticity, and so the frequency of use for these products can be gradually increased up to the point where it is applied nightly. Can I still use my daytime skin care and how do I fit treatments into my skin care regime? This is easy to answer… you see Moon Haven’s Anti Ageing System has been formulated to work in conjunction with your current skin care program.  Use at night We have found that most people use the Anti-Ageing System at night so that their skin has time to process and utilise all the marvellous nutrients and age-defying compounds in the system while they sleep. Alternate with Ultra Night Cream   We recommend you use MH's Ultra Night Cream on the nights you aren't using your AAS. Use eye cream during the day If you are using your Anti-Ageing products each night then you will no longer need to use a night time moisturising cream and you may want to switch to applying your eye cream to be used during the day. Hints and Tips to Keep Your Skin in Tip Top Condition: Use a soothing eye cream on around your eyes and lids every morning Gently exfoliate your facial skin and décolletage once or twice per week Apply a drawing clay mask once per week but ensure that you moisturise your skin well afterwards Enjoy a good face massage at least once per month using a good serum or facial massage oil.    Of course, as we personally formulate Moon Haven’s comprehensive skin care range please do phone or email us if you would like to discuss adding other steps or treatments to your skin care regime  Ingredients: BioNutrient Facial Gel Water, Glycerine, Calendula Extract, Gotu Kola Extract, Hydrolised Wheat Amino Acid, Olive Squalane, Optiphen Plus, Sodium Hydroxide Solution, Carbopol - Carbomer, Aloe Powder, Carrot Seed Oil and Frankincense, Rosewood and Patchouli Essential Oils. Age Defying Serum Olive Squalane, Rose Hip, Evening Primrose, Apricot Kernel, Vitamin E, Pro-Vitamin B5, Vitamin A, Frankincense and Rosewood Essential Oils We recommend these... Anti-Ageing Skincare System The pro-age skincare system that happens when the formulators design skincare to use for themselves Ultra Night Cream with Honey & Rosewood Ideal for night time face care regime Eye Cream with Calendula Necessary to maintain good skin balance BioNutrient Facial Gel Step 1 in our Anti Ageing Skin Care System Age Defying Serum Step 2 in our Anti Ageing Skin Care System This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information .  Just email her at info@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Get offers, sales and all the latest from moon haven in your inbox Join The MoonHaven Family Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online.. Always seek qualified medical advice regarding your own individual situation Please note: Information in this article and on the moonhaven.com.au website represents the opinion of the author and as such is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

Anti-Ageing SkinCare System - why is it so effective? When formulating the two products in the Anti Ageing SkinCare System (the BioNutrient Facial Gel and Age Defying Serum), Leonie scoured the world, read countless scientific research, clinical trials and actual case histories and selected the most effective natural, anti-ageing compounds available and combined them is these two precious formulations. You see, in combination these two products provide effective quantities of 16 water and oil soluble, clinically proven anti ageing ingredients. Using Nature to Combat the Signs of Aging we have formulated this two step anti-ageing skin care system by doing what we do best… using natural botanical ingredients with amazing properties. The Anti Ageing SkinCare System is a 2 part system BioNutrient Facial Gel Age Defying Serum BioNutrient Gel An Aloe Vera based gel filled to the brim with water soluble anti-ageing botanical extracts and compounds including: Aloe Vera  - when applied to the skin, aloe vera penetrates these fibroblasts and stimulates them to produce more collagen, Calendula – provide anti-inflammatory protection as well as proven chemo-protective properties Gotu Kola- anti-oxidant , excellent connective tissue healer (collagen) Hydrolised Wheat Amino Acids - contains wheat oligosaccharides which help skin retain its moisture and improve its overall appearance. Carrot Seed Oil  - stimulates cell growth and support collagen formation Olive Squalane – helps to retain moisture within the skin – deeply penetrates to the deepest skin layers. Frankincense – stimulates cell regeneration and is anti-inflammatory Rosewood – helps with cell regeneration and cellular support Age Defying Serum The wonderful lipid based serum is filled with proven oil soluble anti-aging botanicals and extracts. These include: Olive Squalane – actively retains moisture within the skin – deeply penetrates to the deepest skin layers. Rose Hip Oil –noted cell rejuvenating properties – high levels of Vitamin C and anti-oxidant which limits free radical damage on a cellular level Evening Primrose Oil – Has high levels of  gamma linoleic acid which is a strong anti-oxidant anti-inflammatory – it also supports the production of collagen Apricot Kernel Oil – deeply penetrating oil which assists in the retaining of moisture in the deeper skin layers Vitamin E – One of the best anti-oxidants Vitamin B5 – improves collagen formation and retention Retinol Palmitate – The safest form of topical Vitamin A – the latest ‘wonder’ compound – fantastic for increasing skin cell production – helps with scarring and softening skin Frankincense – stimulates cell regeneration and is anti-inflammatory Rosewood – helps with cell regeneration and cellular support Anti-Ageing Skincare System SKINCARE THAT HAPPENS WHEN WE MAKE SKINCARE FOR OURSELVES Your Price: : 100% NO-RISK MONEY BACK GUARANTEE This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information .  Just email her at info@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Get offers, sales and all the latest from moon haven in your inbox Join The MoonHaven Family Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online.. Always seek qualified medical advice regarding your own individual situation Please note: Information in this article and on the moonhaven.com.au website represents the opinion of the author and as such is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

Why 2 steps are better than 1 when it comes to Anti-Aging Skin Care. When I was formulating Moon Haven’s Anti-ageing product line I was faced with a dilemma. It is one I battle with, whenever I formulate a new product You see the botanical world is divided… the wonderful extracts and compounds found in nature that deliver such amazing results to our skin, and bodies and minds … are often either water soluble or oil soluble …and we all know that water and oil don’t mix. In fact we can mix the two if we use an emulsifying compound. But the trouble with making an emulsion ( these are all your common creams and lotions you use on your body every day) is that the water to oil ratio is heavily biased towards the water side. Most lotions are 90 to 95% water … fact is that most lotions and creams contain 90% to 95% water based components and only 5-10% oil based ingredients! So what is a girl to do… the oil soluble extracts and ingredients are so valuable in the fight against aging that I didn’t want to compromise… so … TA Da… we decided to formulate two anti-ageing products that work hand in hand – – one water based gel filled to the brim with water soluble anti-aging extracts and botanicals – we call it our BioNutrient Facial Gel -one oil based formulation choc full of all the wonderful botanical lipid based ingredients – our Anti - Aging Serum While you can use one without the other and still get great results… the synergy created when you apply the water based BioNutrient Gel first…allow it to to soak in a  little and then apply the Anti-Aging Serum …is amazing. I am so glad that we didn’t compromise and made two, not just one anti-aging product – the results are speaking for themselves. Anti-Ageing Skincare System SKINCARE THAT HAPPENS WHEN WE MAKE SKINCARE FOR OURSELVES Your Price: : 100% NO-RISK MONEY BACK GUARANTEE This article was written by Moon Haven’s aromatherapist and founder Leonie Gully and as such represents her personal opinion on the given subject. Subscribe to the Moon Haven Newsletter where each month Leonie and the Moon Haven Team share articles just like this one plus fill you in on all the happenings at the Moon Haven Cottage. Subscribe to the Moon Haven  newsletter at moonhaven.com.au Leonie loves to receive your emails, questions and requests for information .  Just email her at info@moonhaven.com.au Leonie Gully- Moon Haven's Aromatherapist While any advice provided is general in nature, it is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment.  If you are at all concerned about your condition, it is important that you do consult your medical practitioner of choice for an individual consultation and treatment plan. CHECK OUT OUR MOST POPULAR CONTENT What is your Skin Type? Take Our Skin-Type Test Get a Good Night's Sleep - Naturally 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Washing Your Face Essential Oil Dilutions - How to Use Oils Safely on Your Skin 10 Top Essential Oils for Women Dealing with Arthritis & Body Pain - Naturally Universal Herbal Ointment - Our First Aid Kit in a Jar The Moon Haven Story Get offers, sales and all the latest from moon haven in your inbox Join The MoonHaven Family Do you have a question? ... Want to know more? Just click the "Chat with us" button in the right hand corner of this page to ask a question or get more information - if we're logged in you may even get an answer straight away...otherwise we'll get back to you as soon as we are back online.. Always seek qualified medical advice regarding your own individual situation Please note: Information in this article and on the moonhaven.com.au website represents the opinion of the author and as such is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

What Combination Skin Looks Like: Combination skin is skin that consistently has both dry and oily areas. Often this means that your cheeks are look dry/dull/flaky with fine pores and you have an oily T-zone ... i.e you have a shiny forehead, nose and chin where the pores are larger.  What Combination Skin Feels Like: While your cheeks may feel tight, warm ad dry your forehead, nose and or cheeks will feel a little slick, greasy even oily. What Causes Combination Skin? Combination skin is just that ... two types of skin in the one face. We often see people with combination skin when they are transitioning from oily to dry skin.  This especially occurs after a change in hormones.  Eg Puberty, pregnancy, starting or stopping oral contraceptives (The Pill) and menopause.   How To Care For Combination Skin: Jut because you have combination skin doesn't mean that you have two completely different sets of skincare to separately care for the dry and oily areas of your skin' Cleanse and Exfoliate Gently: No matter you skin type gentle cleansing is all that is required so please throw out any harsh bubble forming cleansers as well as drying alcohol based toners. Using a mild but effective cleansers and hydrating toners is so very important - see below for our recommendations Because your skin has oil laden areas  as well as dry patches you will want to keep any exfoliation to a minimum.  The last thing you need is to overstimulate the oil and distress the dry patches. A gentle exfoliator like our Moisturising Facial Scrub is ideal for use with combination skin. Moisturise Lightly:  Moisturising your skin is a little trickier when you have combination skin. Your oily areas need only light moisturisation while your drier areas may need a little more attention. For many people with combination skin they will get away with using a light moisturiser for the whole face - just applying a little more to the drier areas. As their skin tends towards the dry they will then move through to using a moisturiser for drier skin and applying less to the oil t zone.    Recommendations Moisturisation: Nature's Own Moisture Lotion for oiler skin Moisture Cream with Bergamot for drier skin  Ultra Night Cream with Honey & Rosewood for night time 2 or 3 times a week. Eye Cream with Calendula for every day care Cleansing Herbal Cleansing gel with Bergamot Pick Me Ups & Treatments Bergamot Facial Mist - use anytime throughout the day to boost humidity and uplift your mood Facial Clay Mask Powder with Sandalwood & Oats - A once a week treat to help refine and tighten skin Moisturising Facial Scrub with Organic Clays - Use once or twice a week to keep your skin looking vital and youthful  

Oily skin is just that - oily! Your face is almost always shiny, especially around the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin). You'll have visible, enlarged pores particularly around your nose and may be prone to blemishes. 

Healthy skin is kept supple , lubricated and maintains a protective barrier  by producing natural oils called sebum in the skin’s sebaceous glands.  As we age these sebaceous glands gradually reduce their production of this skin nurturing oil.  This leads to drier skin, fine lines and more sensitisation.

Soothing Cracked Heels - My mother's feet were as tough as old boots and as cracked as dried leather... and mine were the same until we developed our Soothing Salve. In just 7 days I was able to rejuvenate my feet so I could wear sandals again.

We all want beautiful, glowing skin. Skin that is healthy, radiant and vital. And we all know that exfoliation is a an important step in keeping our skin in tip top condition... But get it wrong and you may be doing much more harm than good.

If you're a fan of our Anti-Ageing Skin Care System...and so many of our moonies are... you're just going to love our new glass packaging. New Packaging- Even Better Value Even better valueNot only does it look good...but we've given you even more Gel (50ml instead of 30ml) and Serum (20ml instead of 15ml) at no extra cost. PLUS we've chosen to upgrade to a more reliable dropper style dispenser.So its WIN -WIN all round.

Frequency:  At Moon Haven we recommend that the use of the Age defying System would be beneficial for all skin types.  For those aged under 30 then once a week should be sufficient. Then as we age the frequency can be increased. For example many on their 40's, 50's and beyond get fantastic results when they use it every night.

How can you treat dermatitis of the hands and fingers... Leonie explains how to combat this debilitating condition simply and effectively using self help techniques and one of Moon Haven's star products ...

For many people a body wash suits them just fine.  BUT for a large percentage of people we see at the moon haven cottage it is their body wash and liquid soaps that are causing all manner of skin ailments, itches and pain.

I was about 14 and had a severe case of acne. Nothing helped I tried everything literally, EVERYTHING! Finally about 4 weeks ago, I went to @moonhavennatural and found their Acne Action Pack...it worked!I’m finally brave enough to go out in public without makeup which I haven’t done in 6 years! I can’t thank Leonie at Moon Haven enough, without you I would of accepted the fact I’d have pimples the rest of my life!

whatever Sarah was doing just wasn't making the grade. Sarah's skin was prematurely aging -despite using some of the best naturally nutrient-rich skincare available. So Moon haven Leonie played skincare investigator and found out exactly what was going on and how to prevent it