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We have had another whirlwind year, and wecan’t thank you enough for your continued support.We’re excited to see what next year brings, with exciting plans that wecan’t wait to share with you. Firstly,let’stake a look back at some of the wonderful highlights of 2024. 

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With Christmas party nights and festive fun just around the corner, it’s time to treat yourself to a little self care, so you can go into the season ahead looking and feeling your best.

ishga Spa Trainer and Account Manager, Gill, shares her top tips for maintaining your skin’s glow through the party season, and beyond!

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Welcome to our 2024 Christmas Gift Guide! Alongside our customer favourites and bestsellers, you can discover our new luxury limited edition Hebridean Night Gift Sets, available in five options. Whether treating yourself or loved ones, gift shopping is made easy for everyone with our gift guide below.
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Candles have been an essential part of life for thousands of years, a vital source of light before the arrival of electricity. With a long and rich history, candles have evolved into objects of enjoyment and relaxation rather than just practicality.
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One of the most fragile structures on our skin, our skin barrier also has one of the most important roles. An essential layer of protection, let’s take a closer look at how it works and the best ways to look after it.
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Menopause occurs when a woman’s periods stop, this can occur naturally or because of surgery, genetics or cancer treatments. The age this happens can vary from woman to woman but typically it occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, and the periods stop due to lower levels of estrogen and progesterone being produced. The major hormonal shift brings can bring challenges physically, mentally and emotionally, with some women experiencing anxiety, brain fog, hot flushes, disrupted sleep and mood swings. Some women can experience multiple symptoms, or very few as they go through this significant change in life.

These hormonal changes can also affect your skin and how you look after it.

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Cleansing is a vital step in your skincare routine. It helps to remove dirt, oils, and dead skin cells, refreshing and renewing your skin. Thoroughly cleansed skin will absorb your skincare products better, allowing vitamins, minerals and active ingredients to get into your skin layers and work more efficiently.

When you are faced with multiple cleansing options, how do you decide? Let’s find out the difference between our ishga cleansers, and the benefits of each.

 

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Nutrient-rich Hebridean seaweed is at the core of our skincare range. We use four different types; Fucus Serratus, Fucus Vesiculosis, Pelvetia Canaliculata, and Ascophyllum Nodosum. Each type of seaweed brings its own unique benefits. The two types that go into most of our products are Fucus Serratus and Fucus Vesiculosis.

Let’s find out more about Fucus Serratus, and Fucus Vesiculosis and the multiple healing and regenerative properties they hold.
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Since launching our Invigorating Body Oil in 2013 we have welcomed three more body oils, each one with their own unique benefits. Let’s take a closer look at how an oil benefits the skin and which ishga Body Oil is suited to your skincare needs.
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At ishga, we believe organic and natural is best, but why? Let’s take a closer look at what it means for us to be organic and why it benefits your skin.
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Containing a powerful combination of Hebridean sea water and granules of Ascophyllum nodosum (Knotted Wrack Seaweed), ishga’s Exfoliating Face Mask will leave your skin detoxified, smooth and glowing. Did you know this effective skincare product has more uses? Let's take a deeper look at one of our bestselling face products.
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Skincare has no gender, we all need to look after our skin. Men’s skin is different to women’s; it can be around 25% thicker due to the presence of more testosterone, the texture may be tougher due to facial hair and shaving, and it can be oilier. Let us show you a simple, natural skincare routine that will deliver nourishment to your skin and most importantly, keep it healthy! 
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