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Sales Assistant Full Time – Muswell Hill

About us:

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 live 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] Please mention which store you’re applying for

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Retail Sales Assistant – Part time (2-3 days) – Watford

About us:

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 live 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 for 2-3 days 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] please mention which store you’re applying for

Please note that only candidates with the relevant experience will be contacted.

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Higher Nature Citricidal

Santha in our Kingston store recommends Higher Nature Citricidal drops.

What is it?

Citricidal was originally developed by a German physicist and immunologist, Jacob Harish, as an antiparasitic. In the 1960’s Dr. Harish was able to convince researchers at the University of Florida to experiment with the use of grapefruit extract as an alternative to then-current chemicals for the protection of fruit and vegetables. They are quickly won over with it’s amazing ability to inhibit the growth of not only parasites, but fungi and bacteria as well.

How can I use it ?

Citricidal has many uses. The versatile liquid is commonly used for digestive support when travelling either by using diluted Citricidal to gargle or by consuming a few drops as directed on the bottle, in water or juice. It is also now regularly being used to treat Candida problems. A Polish study published in 2001 found that a 33 percent grapefruit extract has a potent anti fungal effect against Candida albicans strains taken from patients with candida symptoms.

Grapefruit seed extract is also a natural cleanser. Regularly recommended especially as a mouthwash, on the face and nails, and as a household cleanser.

  • Laundry — to kill fungi and bacteria, add 10 to 15 drops to the final rinse
  • Carpet cleaners — to kill pathogenic organisms
  • Humidifiers — 1 drop per litre of water to prevent algae growth
  • Disinfecting surfaces — Mix with water in a spray bottle. It’s great for disinfecting chopping boards and other kitchen and bathroom surfaces.

Higher Nature Citricidal is available in store as a liquid or a tablet form.

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Pukka Wholistic Tumeric

Grazyna in Kingston loves Pukka Wholistic Turmeric. Turmeric, the main spice in curry, is arguably the most powerful herb on the planet at fighting and potentially reversing diseases. It been used in India for thousands of years. The main active component of turmeric, curcumin, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It used by people suffering from any inflammation including arthritis or colitis. It has been shown that curcumin may also help prevent dementia.

Pukka Herbs say: Wholistic Turmeric is unique broad-spectrum formula that contains the highest organic grade, sustainably cultivated and fairly traded herbs, carefully selected to bring you the full potential of nature’s goodness.

Pukka Wholistic Turmeric retains curcuminoids, turmeric essential oils and a full range of turmeric actives. This means we harness the effects of all 200 of turmeric’s bioactive compounds, not just those of the curcuminoids.

Their unique wholistic extraction process enhances absorption and substantially increases potency. Read the article by Marin Anastasov from Pukka Herbs to find out more about the science behind their wholistic extraction.

Pukka Wholistic Tumeric is not only good for you, but good for the planet!

Golden Milk also known as a Tumeric Latte is a great way to get your daily dose of Tumeric if you’re bored of popping pills. Check out Pukka’s recipe

  • 250ml of organic coconut milk or organic almond milk
  • 250ml of water
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • One to two capsules of Pukka Wholistic Turmeric
  • 1 small piece (1/2 inch) of fresh ginger, peeled and diced into small pieces
  • 1 tbsp of honey
  • 1 tbsp of organic virgin coconut oil
  • A grinding of black pepper
  • Ground cinnamon or grated nutmeg to serve
Directions
  1. Gently heat all the ingredients except for the cinnamon, slowly bringing to the boil
  2. Simmer gently for five minutes
  3. Sieve and serve in cups with a sprinkling of cinnamon or grated nutmeg

 

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BetterYou Magnesium Flakes

What is Magnesium?

Magnesium is an essential nutrient. Crucial for skeletal strength, normalised muscle function, energy production and the body’s ability to detox and relax. It is a responsible for over 300 chemical actions within the body and associated with thousands more.

Magnesium was first discovered outside of the Greek city of Magnesia, and was used curatively as early as ancient times. Then, in the 1600’s, water from the famous Epsom spring discovered in England was a popular curative, used as an internal remedy and purifier of the blood, still used now and better known in the form of Epsom Salts.

A body with sufficient magnesium will be more supple, will resist fatigue for longer and will be able to better repair itself. It is therefore incredibly beneficial for exercise recovery, for all sportspeople and those with achy muscles. For example, Ali Robinson, a Professional Triathlete, includes transdermal magnesium in his race preparation and recovery routines.

Habitually low magnesium levels can lead to or increase the likelihood of conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes (possibly due to the important role of magnesium in glucose metabolism), osteoporosis (due to its role in vitamin D concentrations), and migraines.

Why BetterYou Magnesium?

Once dissolved in a bath as the magnesium is easily absorbed through the skin. It helps to relax and reduce stress, replacing the magnesium lost through modern diet and pressured lifestyles. Trials have shown that transdermal magnesium therapy can increase magnesium levels up to five times faster than traditional tablets or capsules.

Better You Magnesium use Zechstein Inside® magnesium chloride, the purest known source of magnesium that has been naturally condensed and purified for over 250 million years. It is mined from a rich seam in Northern Holland . It is far purer than open water sources of magnesium which contain elevated man-made pollutants and heavy metals. Every 100g of Magnesium Flakes delivers 12g of elemental magnesium.

BetterYou use exceptional testing standards, are cruelty free and British made.

We recommend BetterYou Magnesium flakes for a luxurious evening bath, something to incorporate into a healthy bed time routine. Magnesium helps us unwind and is an important factor in how our body manages its sleep cycle. This is a hugely beneficial way to help us sleep well in our increasingly stressful and busy lives.

 

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Xylitol – Total Sweet and Xylobrit

Maria in our Putney store loves Total Sweet Xylitol – she says that this is the most tasty, natural sugar replacement she has found so far. She says “The taste is very similar to sugar therefore you can add it in anything:- coffee, teas, smoothies, baking. I’ll definitely never go back to normal sugar. I love this product”

Branka in our Watford store prefers the XyloBrit Xylitol. She says Xylitol is low GL, tastes great in drinks and the good thing is it doesn’t have an aftertaste. It has almost half the calories of sugar and protects the teeth from cavities as Kate Quilton demonstrated in food unwrapped on Channel 4

What is it?

Xylitol, also called ‘wood’ or ‘birch sugar’, has been known about and used as a sugar alternative for many years

The word comes from the Greek word ‘xyl’ meaning wood, as in xylophone, as it was first extracted from birch trees after the Second World War, when sugar was in short supply

Today xylitol is used around the world, by millions of people, as an alternative to sugar and is a naturally occurring sweet tasting substance that looks and tastes just like sugar, but has various healthy benefits. Xylitol is found in a whole host of plants and fruits, such as raspberries, plums and strawberries, and is even made in small amounts by the human body, but not all xylitol is the same

Xylitol is available and from different natural sources. The xylitol used in Total Sweet comes from sustainably sourced European birch and beech wood and is always GMO free and  XyloBrit is made from 100% pure Xylitol with no aftertaste. The Xylitol used in XyloBrit is extracted only from birch trees so will not trigger corn allergies.

 

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Trilogy Smoothing and Nourishing Hair Care

Dipti in our Muswell Hill store Loves Trilogy Smoothing and Nourishing Hair care. She says:

“After trying my fair share of shampoos and conditioners I can satisfyingly say I have found the one. I have curly dry hair and this duo of shampoo and conditioner works amazingly, tames the fizz that is my hair, and leaves it smooth”

Trilogy write: Effective natural hair care products can be hard to find. Our natural shampoos and conditioners are enriched with nourishing rosehip oil for healthy hair and scalp, and Keracyn™, a vitamin- and antioxidant-rich artichoke extract, which strengthens and protects hair fibres. Whether you’re looking a natural shampoo to gently cleanse hair or a smoothing conditioner to restore shine and smooth flyaways, our Trilogy hair care will detox your crowning glory and bring it back to life.

 

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Nourish Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser

Joanna in our Putney store loves Nourish Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser.

She says: “I love minimalism. I don’t like too many things on my shelf or when I’m on the go. I also don’t like wearing heavy makeup, so I always try to make sure that my skin looks fresh, bright and healthy every day. This is why this I choose this great 3 in 1 product with a unique combination of kale and pomegranate. The tiny, gentle bits aren’t harsh on my sensitive skin, but leaves it smooth, clean and protected from pollutants.

You can use this product in 3 ways:
Exfoliate daily –Massage gently over wet skin. Rinse with cool water, pat dry.
Weekly Mask– Smooth over dry skin, leave for 2 minutes then rinse with cool water, pat dry.
Revitalise skin – Apply as a mask. After 5 minutes, spritz with Toning Mist or water to soften, massage gently then rinse with cool water, pat dry.

I highly recommend Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser!”

Nourish say you will get remarkable results after just a few days

This truly multi-tasking treatment is a cleanser, mask and facial – all in one product. Kale Enzymatic Exfoliating Cleanser features phyto-active pomegranate enzymes to gently exfoliate and reveal a smoother, healthier complexion while organic vitamin-rich kale extract helps to increase suppleness. Healing probiotics oxygenate the skin for a smoother, healthier appearance whilst griffonia extract provides a protective shield against daily environmental aggressors.

Rich in antioxidant beta carotene and vitamins C & K, kale extract helps protect skin from damaging free radicals caused by stress and pollution.

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Pukka Mushroom Gold

Our immune system can be affected any time of the year, but the winter months seem to hit us harder. Mushroom Gold is ideal for those suffering with a depleted immune system, autoimmune conditions, inflammation and fatigue due to immune weakness.

What is it?

Mushroom Gold contains full spectrum Reishi, Shiitake and Maitake mushrooms to support immunity. Full-spectrum means just that; the fruiting body and mycelium as well as the extra-cellular metabolites are included to deliver the maximum amount of concentrated β-glucan polysaccharides which are the key ingredient in supporting the immune system whether over or under active. 300mg of β-glucans is the accepted clinically effective dose and this is what Mushroom Gold delivers.

About the Mushrooms:

Maitake’s β-glucans is a potent viral inhibitor which stimulates the immune system and reduces opportunistic infections.  Maitake is also being researched for its anti-tumour effects.

Reishi is an effective adaptogen through helping to moderate the body’s stress response and also being used to help treat conditions such as chronic fatigue. Increased stress levels cause a decrease in our body’s immune response, so this adaptogenic effect in Reishi could help prenvet our immune system taking a dive when we need it most. Reishi is known as the ‘mushroom of immortality’ because of its incredible contribution to long-term health. It was originally classified as a ‘superior tonic’ in Traditional Chinese Medicine considered to prolong life, prevent ageing and boost the life-force qi.

Shiitake is highly nutritious containing all the essential amino acids, Vitamins B1 and B2, niacin, ergosterol (pro-Vitamin D) and iron. The β-glucans found in this mushroom include an immune-regulating polysaccharide called lentinan that increases the immune T-cells. Shitake also has anti-bacterial properties that have been seen to be particularly effective in the treatment of infections and conditions such as ‘strep’ throat

Any side effects?

Pukka Mushroom Gold is suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Free from dairy, wheat grain, gluten, and soya as well as unnaturally occurring sugars and made without genetically modified organisms. Just to be safe, Pukka recommend you seek professional advice before using in pregnancy. There are no known contraindications, but as Mushroom Gold has such a profound effect on the immune system, its best avoided with immunosuppressive medication. Maitake and Reishi mushrooms do impact upon blood sugar levels so diabetics should take Mushroom Gold with food.

Feeling under the weather?

For added immune support take with Pukka Elderberry Syrup or a nice cup of Pukka Lemon, Ginger and Manuka honey tea. Alternatively visit us in store for a chat with a member of our Panacea team to find out more about what else you can do to support your immune system.

 

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Antipodes Saviour Skin Balm

Oana, our Watford store Manager, loves Antipodes Saviour Skin Balm. She says: Rescue your skin from everyday skin troubles with this extraordinary all-purpose balm. A premium antibacterial, antifungal, anti-microbial skin salve.

You can dramatically reduce dryness and address skin troubles with this all-purpose skin remedy for the whole family. Nature’s richest oils blend with the power-packed antibacterial properties of Australian tea tree and New Zealand totara, while antioxidant-rich Vinanza Grape from grape seeds optimises your skin’s appearance.

Antipodes recommend this product for many uses including to:

  • tend to grazes
  • rescue dry, cracked skin
  • save chapped lips
  • care for skin troubles
  • protect after shaving
  • care for baby naturally
  • erase blemishes
  • relieve sore muscles
  • hydrate skin in-flight
  • ease sunburn
  • treat feet

The Skin Saviour balm has also been scientifically shown to stimulate synthesis of Type II collagen in human skin cells by more than 95%!

And if that’s not enough to convince you of how wonderful this product is, Antipodes have a beauty hack: Saviour Skin Balm can be used as a hair wax to tame stray tendrils. Simply work the balm between your fingers then smooth through your hair.

Find out more about how the Antipodes roots in our interview with their founder. 

 

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