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Beat the Winter Blues

"Worn-out by Winter..."

Winter can be a difficult period of time even for those us with the most positive, sunny dispositions. Read on to find out how you can combat the Winter Blues with a soothing herbal bath treatment and a bit of pampering for skin left lacklustre by harsh, windy weather. Celtic Herbal’s range of wholesome natural soaps and beauty products will soon have you feeling ready to take on the world, giving a glimpse of the delights which Spring promises to deliver.

A problem shared

If you dread the onset of the darkest days of winter, waking up to never-ending grey skies and being chilled to the bone as soon as you leave the comfort of your home, take heart : medical experts estimate that up to 20% of the UK population suffer from a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The symptoms will be familiar to many of us, and include feeling lethargic, lacking the energy to carry out even the most basic daily tasks, and sometimes feeling depressed for no apparent reason. The idea that these negative psychological and physical states are related to a specific season stretches back much further than you may imagine. Even in the 6th century, scholars such as Jordanes were investigating the impact of winter upon the behaviour of people living in Nordic countries, noting the fact that depression seemed to be more prevalent at this time of year.

The medical profession now recognises that the winter blues are brought on by the lack of light available at this time of year; those diagnosed as suffering from SAD may be given a course of light therapy treatment, or in more severe cases be prescribed antidepressants. However, the good news is that for many of us there are plenty of ways in which you can take control and start to feel more like your old summery self again without paying a visit to the doctor. It’s a well-known fact that if we look good, we feel good, and Celtic Herbal’s sumptuous range of natural herbal products is the ideal place to begin a warming winter treatment which cleanses the body and leaves the mind feeling relaxed and refreshed.      

Your natural sanctuary

When the dark clouds descend in the wintry sky, why not create your very own spa experience in the comfort of your bathroom? Celtic Herbal has thought of all the little details required to turn this very ordinary, functional space into a holistic haven where you can really switch off and recharge your batteries. Take a look (or a sniff!) at our delectable Essential Oil Candles – with a burning time of around 12 hours, you’re guaranteed plenty of lazy lounging sessions by candlelight! Why not treat yourself to some pretty shells from exotic shores to brighten up your new-found favourite room? Our Abalone Shell reflects the light to produce a pretty rainbow of colours, and is the ideal size to hold a luxurious bar of Celtic Herbal Soap, whilst you’ll be spoilt for choice when you see our range of three Turbo Shells. Go on, why not get the whole collection?

Thermal Therapy

You’ll love the soothing scent of our Organic Bath Blends, which combine the finest herbal ingredients which have been carefully chosen for their stress-busting, healing properties. There is a good reason why the same classic, pure herbs and flowers are blended in many beauty products; for thousands of years, they are the tried and tested favourites which not only have sensational scents, but which have also proved their medicinal worth. For example, did you know that Marigold, otherwise known as Calendula, which features in all our Organic Bath Blends, is helpful for those suffering from acne, and may alleviate swelling and bleeding? Lemon Balm, found in our Organic Relaxing Bath Blend, contains the natural antibacterial agent eugenol and tannins which relax the muscles and nerves, and is clinically proven to assist the body’s immune system. The next time you feel ready for an early bath, just pop in one of our Bath Blend “tea-bags” and let yourself brew for a while, blissfully unaware of the nasty weather outside! 

Once you emerge from all that warm water, ensure that you lock in as much of your skin’s moisture as possible. Central heating and wintry winds seem to conspire against us at this time of year, so an effective moisturiser is essential. Our handmade selection of Balms does the job perfectly, leaving those hard to quench bits feeling soft and supple. Not only do they make feet, hands and lips feel altogether more human again, they also contain essential oils which give an instant lift to gloomy spirits. Who could fail to raise a smile at the heavenly scent of Frankincense and Orange Hand Balm – despite their classic association with Christmas, they smell gorgeous at any time of year!

So don’t forget, next time the dark mornings or dreary evenings are getting you down, you’re not alone. Celtic Herbal is only a click away on the internet, standing ready to deliver some well-earned  TLC.

 

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