Rowena Recommends
A Registered Dietitian's Personal Collection of Recommendation for Healthy Eating, Great Skin Care and Meal Planning Tips for Busy Families
Category: Skin Care
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Who else is in disbelief at how the temperatures have recently dropped? I am always amazed at how our bodies continue to function in the midst of frigid conditions. It’s incredible at how our bodies adapt to conditions which are even colder than our freezers at home. During frigid conditions, we may be gravitated towards…
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A New Year may trigger some individuals to create New Year’s Resolutions. Others may continue on a lifelong journey of continuing to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle often include a high daily intake of fibre. A daily high fibre intake can lead to better digestion. As it is #skincaresunday, a better digestion can…
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Do you often complain of dry, flaky, parched skin? It is very important to moisturize your skin. Buying the right products for your skin is definitely important; drinking enough water throughout the day is also important for skin health. However, a simple solution could also be to buy a humidifier. The humidifier provides additional moisture…
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As we prepare for winter, we strengthen our immune system by consuming an antioxidant rich diet. To better survive the harsh conditions of a Canadian weather, let’s prepare our skin as well with lots of antioxidants. It’s important to remember that great skin is not just what goes on the outside but what goes on…
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Happy first weekend of December! As wonderful as this time of year is, there is no doubt winter is upon us. Our skin routine definitely needs a little bit of help to en sure our skin is well moisturized. In the summertime, I highlighted a few water-based moisturizers. During the winter time, I find I…
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As American Thanksgiving has just passed, we are definitely counting down to the holidays. I’m sure everyone’s social calendars are quickly following up. Some of us will choose to go out to eat but some of us will choose to attend potlucks. The question is: what do you bring to a potluck? For individuals who…
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I vividly remember the first time I stepped into the original Abnormal Beauty Company store in the Distillery District in Toronto. I remember walking around the store and being absolutely shocked by the prices. You’re thinking I was shocked because the prices were through the roof expensive when in reality, it was the complete opposite.…
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Healthy skin is not only a result of what products you use on the outside but skin health may also be a result of what products you may also be ingesting. Many individuals take supplements to help ensure nutrient needs are met every day. How do you know these natural health products are safe to…
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Are you getting enough sleep? Sleep is definitely a factor which can help you achieve glowing skin. If you don’t get enough sleep, there is a chance where it may affect cortisol levels. If you have too much or too little of cortisol in your body, detrimental effects to your skin can result. According to…
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Stress can have a huge impact on skin health. Stress can stem from many sources but the most common sources include: finances, personal relationships (i.e. with self and/or with others) and work. I’m the type of individual who loves to stay busy so I’m constantly doing something. I like to wear different “hats” so that…