African Black Soap, made with Palm Ash, Tamarind Extract and Plantain Peel has been used in Africa for centuries to minimise the appearance of skin blemishes. Shea Butter, regularly used in African communities, has reported to have been used as far back as Cleopatra’s rule of Egypt.
Nubian Heritage’s African Black Soap combines Shea Butter’s hydrating properties with the soothing properties of Oats, Aloe and Cocoa Pod Ash to reduce the appearance of superficial skin imperfections. It is a deep cleansing formula providing detoxifying and exfoliation to reveal healthy-looking skin.
Maria in our Putney store says “I am so pleased with the results in my skin, after using this soap every day as face wash. My skin is oily and I have been looking for a product that would help to balance it for a long time. I am very happy I found this soap!
My skin is clean and hydrated but without the shiny and greasy appearance which oily skin types always have. All the ingredients are very natural and free of any harsh chemicals. I think the fragrance is amazing too and highly recommended it to anyone who has combination or oily skin.”
Panacea Health & Beauty first began in 2006 and we currently have 5 stores in and around London. We specialise in Natural health and beauty products including supplements, skincare and foods and are very selective about what we sell, making sure that it is in line with the Panacea Ethos. We are passionate what we do and we love helping customers find not only what they want but also what they need.
About you:
Our advisers are the life of Panacea as their knowledge and hard work are what keeps our customers returning. We are looking for people who are as passionate about natural health and beauty as we are. If that’s you and you have experience within the Health Food industry, we would like to hear from you.
You must have experience within the health food retail industry with excellent knowledge of natural remedies or working toward a diploma or degree in the field of natural or nutritional health.
In-depth knowledge of vitamin & mineral supplements, herbal remedies, and homeopathy.
Ability to advise customers confidently and competently.
Experience in a in a busy retail environment.
Engaging and confident – Comfortable working with members of the public
Helpful and polite
Physically fit and able
Enthusiasm for natural health and willingness to learn about product range.
Able to work as part of a sales team
Smart appearance and articulate
About the role:
This position is Full Time including weekends
Each person is involved with all areas of the running of the store including
customer service
product advice and sales
stock orders and deliveries
merchandising
maintaining the upkeep and appearance of the store
We aim to provide you with the opportunity to grow with our business, you will be encouraged to get as much training as possible provided by our suppliers.
We offer competitive rates of pay based on knowledge and experience, and continuing development and training.
E mail your CV and a cover letter to: [email protected] and mention which store you’re applying for
Please note that only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.
The first signs of ageing usually appear in the eye area with fine lines forming there. Finding the right product to help prevent or reduce these lines can be quite expensive
The Lavera Q10 Eye Cream may be the product for you. Lavera natural cosmetics are an all natural and organic skincare brand. Lavera is also certified organic by NaTrue.
The Lavera Basis Sensitiv range is suitable for all skin types and leaves your skin moisturised, refreshed, and balanced! Feel your skin improve within days. The Q10 range is no exception to this
The Lavera Q10 Anti-Ageing Eye Cream has been proven to reduce wrinkle depth and firm the skin around the eye area while keeping the delicate skin around the eye area smooth and looking gorgeous.
Co-enzyme Q 10 – is anti-oxidant-rich and helps to prevent the early signs of ageing, and stimulates and energises skin cell regeneration.
Jamila in our Kingston Store says “I’ve been using Lavera for three years and since using the Q10 range I can say it’s the best anti-aging facial products I’ve used, especially the eye cream. It is moisturising nourishing and really works on fine lines and wrinkles.
Lavera Basis Sensitiv is a complete range of natural and organic skincare which includes organic facial care, hair care, body care, and dental care suitable for all the family to use.
Ren Skincare is a new range to Panacea and we’re all very excited about it. Since its launch in 2000, this British brand has grown from strength to strength on only 3 important values – Performance, Purity and Pleasure.
Ren products not only feel great on the skin, the results are there too. All products undergo rigorous product testing to give you clinically proven results without any nasties such as parabens, mineral oils, PEGs, synthetic fragrances etc.
Dipti in our Muswell Hill store loves the Ren Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask. She says that after having tried a variety of face masks, this one really works.
“My face feels refreshed, looks brighter and my skin tone is more even. My face now has a natural glow which lasts for days. I initially came across the Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask when I was looking for a mask to help fade my hyper pigmentation. This has definitely helped with that and is full of good natural ingredients which is beneficial to your skin”
The mask can be used in conjunction with other products in the range or just on it’s own.
If you’re looking for a healthy cheesy snack, look no further. Cofresh have made their Quinoa Cheddar Puffs which is a favourite of Branka in our Watford Store
Eat Real say their snacks are based on three very simple concepts that are Taste, Nutrition and Real Ingredients.
“Our desire is to create a product that is an enjoyable healthy alternative to standard snack and confectionery items and to distinguish ourselves from other brands”
Made from real, natural ingredients with no artificial flavourings, colouring and preservatives,
These tasty snacks are not only gluten free but also dairy free making it suitable for vegans.
Branka says: “I love the taste and texture, and the fact it contains quinoa flour and cheddar flavoured but still vegan.”
Say Goodbye to Sugar and Hello to Better Health, Better Sleep and Better Vitality
Sugar is addictive. There is no doubt about that. It comes in various disguises and it seems impossible to give up. it is human nature to respond positively to rewards. When you eat sugar your brain “rewards” you by producing Dopamine – a chemical that is responsible for feeling pleasure. Good? You would think so, but in actual fact the body becomes less responsive to the dopamine and you therefore eat more sugar to get the reward feeling and this becomes a vicious cycle of highs and blood sugar crashes leaving you feeling absolutely rubbish. Sound familiar?
But we need sugar!
True. Sugar is digested and turned into glucose – one of the main fuel sources for the body. Again you would think that’s good but our body’s aren’t meant to cope with the quantities of sugar the average first world person consumes, and this is what happens:
Once your food is digested, the glucose is absorbed through the intestine, you produce insulin which acts as a transportation for the glucose to various parts of the body to be used as energy. The more simple the sugar, the faster this happens.
Once you’ve got enough energy in the cells, the leftover glucose is stored in the liver, muscles and fat cells to be used in between meals. Your body won’t waste energy and it has an endless storage supply in fat cells, so when you eat more sugars than you use, you grow more fat cells to store it.
Eventually your body develops an insulin resistance which is the pancreas producing less insulin. This leaves the body with too much glucose in the blood and nothing to transport, it and you’re left with a good chance of getting type 2 diabetes if you do not get the sugar consumption under control.
Sugar affects your immune system
Glucose is a food source for our cells but also for Candida yeast, bacterias, and even cancer cells. This is not to say that the consumption of sugar causes these problems, only that it fuels them. Sugar is also seen to reduce the effectiveness of your immune system. A study done in the 1970’s found that eating simple sugars decreases the immune system’s effectiveness to kill bacteria and viruses it finds in the body.
Sugar affects our sleep.
Blood sugar levels that are too high or too low cause our sleep to be interrupted. Lack of a good night sleep then also causes problems with our blood sugar. Tiredness leads to the body dumping glucose into the blood stream, insulin having to transport it, and you get a cycle of cravings, mood highs and lows, and energy and exhaustion.
The average person in large cities has the following daily routine:
A bad night sleep leaves you slow to start, running late and grabbing a cup of coffee and chocolate muffin for breakfast – Sugar high.
You then have a sugar crash, so it’s a cup of tea and a biscuit to boost you, giving you another sugar high.
Another crash comes just in time for lunch, so you have meal deal with a chocolate bar and fruit smoothie (hidden sugars)
Another low in the late afternoon, so it’s another tea and biscuit
You get home feeling exhausted so you warm up a ready meal containing as much as 10 teaspoons of sugar.
Another sugar crash before bed and you’re on your way to another restless night sleep to do it all over again the next day.
Had enough?
We have too, so our product of the month is the new Viridian Sugar Detox Kit.
Start your Sugar detox
Once you decide to quite sugar. Viridian have developed a 7 day Sugar detox program supporting you with supplements and a 7 day plan to help you get over your sugar cravings for good!
The 7 Day Sugar Detox pack supplement contains Chromium, Cinnamon and Alpha Lipoic acid.
Chromium is an important mineral that contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels. Cinnamon, also known as “sweet wood,” has been well studied clinically and has a long history of traditional use. Alpha lipoic acid is found in all cells and is in this formula as it has a balancing effect on blood sugar levels in the body.
You can also download the app, get free meal plans, recipes and even a shopping list to help you through program on their 7 day sugar detox website
It’s time for a better you, so give up refined sugars and have a healthier summer and future.
A favourite of Ioana in our Edgware store is Solgar Beta Glucans Immune Complex. This formula is comprised of ingredients shown in research to support the normal function of the immune system. This unique combination of beta 1,3/1,6 glucans, elderberry, Ester-C®, vitamin D3, zinc, copper and selenium, helps support the functioning of the immune system especially during periods where the body could be susceptible to developing an illness, such as during the winter months or stressful periods.
The top 2 ingredients:
Beta-glucans are naturally occurring polysaccharides which are found in the cell wall of fungi and yeasts. They stimulate the body’s resistance to infection by helping to prime the immune system, defending itself against pathogens and foreign invaders more effectively by making the body think that it is under attack.
Elderberry works by coating the spiky bits on a virus so that it’s no longer able to penetrate and take over human cells. That virus can then be ingested by immune cells such as particularly those that have been primed for activity from previously coming into contact with beta glucans.
Ioana says: “It is my favourite product because it has all the necessary ingredients needed for a good immune system”
