Simply Beautiful

A ll the mixtures I share in this book require little or no preparation;

all the ingredients are cheap and can easily be found in supermarkets
or health food stores. For best results always use high quality and fresh
ingredients.

Although these mixtures are natural and edible, in some people one or
more of the ingredients may cause irritation or an allergic reaction. I
recommend you test all mixtures on a patch of skin on your wrist before
using, or if you have known allergies associated with any of the food
groups, seek medical advice before using. With some of the ingredients
it is normal to notice a slight tingly feeling, however, if you experience
burning or pain of any kind, wash off immediately and consult your doctor
before re-applying. The advice within is intended for educational
purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

As all the mixtures contain real foods free from chemicals or preservatives,
they are therefore perishable. Once prepared they must be kept covered
in the fridge, for a short time, dependent on the most perishable
ingredient, but no longer than one week. Do not use if mixture has
changed colour, smell or become rancid.

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How it all started
B eginning a career in the modeling industry at the age of thirteen
I was very image conscious, and like most girls, constantly compared
myself to the gorgeous girls around me. I soon realized that beauty was
really just an opinion in context with a certain perception. I started to form
my own opinion around beauty and noticed a common element - fresh
vibrant skin and hair. Growing up in the country, I never really bothered
with spending time doing makeup or styling my hair, so this idea of
beauty resonated well. As a consequence, I spent many years striving to
achieve flawless skin and silky hair.

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A s you can imagine, I tried endless commercial skincare products,
from the supermarket shelf to expensive high-end brands. I became
The inspiration for finally putting these sometimes-unique habits into a
book has been driven not only by the constant requests, but also for my
somewhat obsessed with exercise and nutrition, which after years of my love of animals. A contribution from every book sold will be donated to
own research, eventually led to a formalized Health Science degree where Animals Australia, as I truly believe in their mission that a better world can
I predominately focused on nutrition. Throughout this journey my focus be created for all through promoting kindness to animals. I encourage
shifted to health, as I realized that if you support the body for optimum you never again to purchase cosmetic products that have been tested
well being, a bi-product would be radiant skin and hair – my definition of on animals and I promise you a practical guide to enhanced health and
beauty. beauty that has supported my career in the modeling industry for the past
18years.
I am not one for spending hours preparing or applying products. In the
past I have tried many natural concoctions that were too fancy and time
consuming for my liking. This book is an accumulation of what I have
found to be the easiest and most effective options when it comes to basic
Enjoy!
natural skincare. Much of what I do is really just going back to what our
grandmothers did.

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Contents
Why use food based skincare? 5

Cleansers 8

Scrubs 14

Masks 17

Moisturisers 21

Full Body Blitz 24

Body 25

Hair 26

Teeth 27

Last but not least 28

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Why use food based H ealth is our most vital asset. There are many external factors that
affect our health, such as pollution and radiation, which for the majority

skin care?
are out of our immediate control. Two things that we do have full control
over are what we put in and on our body.

Due to the fact that we are completely covered by skin the condition of
our skin greatly affects our appearance. It can be said that beauty comes
in all shapes and sizes, but the one commonality is glowing healthy skin.
Vibrancy from within can’t help but be appealing.

Skin is the largest organ of the body. It protects us from, and connects us
to, the outside word. Amongst it’s many miraculous functions, skin acts to
regulate body temperature, produce vitamin D, provide a protective
barrier from the external environment, excrete toxins, and provide
feedback to the brain through millions of nerve endings. This keeps us
safe and in touch with our environment.

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S o what’s wrong with the majority of commercial skincare products on
the market?
Many are laced with chemicals that do more harm than good, changing
skin composition at a cellular level and affecting normal surface ph. This
causes skin barrier damage and increased permeability. In other words we
can develop sensitive skin or allergies and become susceptible to
absorbing substances from the outside world. Alarmingly, some of these
substances are the harmful chemicals within the skincare products
themselves. Another concern is clogging pores with synthetic lotions that
can act like a plastic film and restrict the natural detoxification process
of the body. Overtime both these factors can contribute to major health
problems.
C aring for your skin should be about maintaining correct skin ph,
stimulating dead skin cell removal and renewal, protecting barrier
function and assisting the detoxification process. You may be aware that
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) are used extensively in expensive brand name
products because of exfoliating qualities, which aid in removing dead skin
cells. This anti aging ingredient really does work and is actually found in
abundance in many common foods such as milk, fruit and sugar. Most of
the time you are paying for the fancy packaging and expensive
advertising campaigns!
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I f you are currently using commercial skincare products that hinder your skins
natural function, you may find it will take your skin a few weeks to rebalance.
In this time your skin may appear worse before better. For instance, if you have
S tart feeding your skin
been stripping all oils from your skin or clogging pores with synthetic lotions, it
is quite common for skin to breakout. It’s really important that you persist with
to support its intended
the natural alternative and remember that results are not going to be
immediate. Supporting the skin’s natural order must become a lifestyle change
purpose,
for optimal results, both inside and out.
and it will reward you with
beauty.
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Cleansers
T he purpose of a cleanser is to remove makeup, dirt and excess oil
and should be used each morning and night. These all combine toning
qualities to freshen and rebalance skin ph.

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Makeup Remover

Castor oil 30ml

Olive oil 70ml

If you have very dry skin, reduce the amount of castor oil to 10 – 20ml

Pour the two oils into a small glass bottle and shake to blend. Keep in a
dark bathroom cupboard for up to 4 weeks. To avoid bacteria
contamination, don’t put fingers into the bottle, and wash the bottle well
C astor oil bonds to makeup and delivers essential fatty acids to skin,
eyebrows and lashes. It is a natural fungicide, so great for mild skin
with hot soapy water each time you refill. infections and acne. And if that isn’t enough, it also contains
anti-inflammatory properties.
To use, wet a face washer in warm water and hold over face to dampen
the skin. Put oil on a cotton face pad and apply to forehead, cheeks, nose,
chin and neck. Gently massage in circular motions and wipe off makeup
with cotton pad. Apply a drop of mixture to a fresh cotton pad and hold
over eyelid for a few seconds before gently wiping away eye makeup.
O live oil is high in anti-oxidants, primarily due to phenols, making it
a great anti-aging moisturiser as it draws moisture to the skin. It too has
Thoroughly wash your face with warm water to remove excess oil. anti-inflammatory properties.

For a lighter finish, once the face is free from makeup, follow with the
Softening Milk and Honey cleanser.

This is a great all-in-one cleanser/moisturiser, so no need to apply an

additional moisturiser to the skin. I use it after modeling assignments
and can assure you it removes the heaviest of makeup!
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Softening Milk and Honey Cleanser

Powdered milk 3 heaped tsp

Runny honey 1 heaped tsp
Lemon juice 1 little squirt

Blend honey with powdered milk as best as

possible. Add lemon juice to create a smooth
paste. Lemon juice can be substituted by
adding a few drops of water.

To use hold a warm damp face cloth over your

face for a couple of seconds and then dot
mixture over face on the forehead, cheeks,
M ilk contains lactic acid (a type of AHA), so is softening and
promotes healthy skin renewal. It’s great for hydrating and soothing dry,
nose, chin and neck, avoiding the delicate eye itchy or irritated skin.
area. Gently massage in circular motions,
paying particular attention to open pores.
Dampen a cotton pad and gently remove
excess mixture. Thoroughly wash your face
with warm water.

Follow with a moisturiser of your choice.

I make this mixture every 4 – 5 days and keep

in the fridge to use daily. Quantities can be
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adjusted to suit preferred consistency.
H oney is one of my favorite skincare ingredients. It’s antibacterial
and antifungal, so is soothing on pimples or irritated skin. It’s a natural
moisturiser so is very hydrating, which is great for mature skin or anyone
with sensitive skin. Honey also absorbs impurities from the pores, which
is why it’s such a great cleansing ingredient.

L emon juice is a natural skin lightener and antiseptic, also rich in AHA
(citric acid). Great for killing bacteria from pimples and rebalancing skin
ph. It also contains vitamin C for collagen building. Lemon juice was one
of the first foods I used on my skin during high school to successfully
fade my freckles! As it is highly acidic (ph of about 2-3), it can be
irritating, so only use in small-diluted amounts and never leave on the
skin for an extended period of time. Increased sun sensitivity can occur if
used undiluted or left on the skin.

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For variety, you may choose to add one of the following every so often to
the Milk and Honey mixture.

Cinnamon ½ tsp
Vanilla sugar ½ tsp

C innamon facilitates collagen synthesis for increased skin strength and

elasticity. It’s a natural antiseptic, and smells really good! Only use in small
amounts as it can be an irritant.

V anilla sugar smells good thanks to the vanilla! Castor sugar is the
finest of sugars and dissolves readily in cold mixtures, making it the
gentlest option for everyday use. Sugar contains glycolic acid, which is
the most penetrating AHA due to smaller sized molecules. This enables
deeper penetration down to the dermis layer of skin to stimulate collagen
synthesis for firmer appearing skin. Glycolic acid is good for treating dark
spots, wrinkles, acne, skin scarring, large pores and oily skin.

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I f you have a no makeup day and haven’t been outside in dust or city
pollution, there are a couple of quick and easy cleansing options that I
sometimes use at night.

Liquid milk
Use straight from the fridge on normal to dry skin. Saturate a cotton pad
and wipe over face and neck. A pple Cider Vinegar will help restore the skin’s ph balance and in
turn ward off pimples. Normal skin is slightly acidic with a ph around 5.5,
Apple Cider Vinegar which is a protective mechanism as the acid acts as a natural antiseptic.
Combine with equal part water for oily or pimply complexions. Soak a Pimples occur when the skin’s ph increases and moves towards becoming
cotton face pad and simply wipe over face and neck. slightly alkaline. For optimum health, our internal environment should be
slightly alkaline and our external protective barrier, being our skin, should
No need to apply a moisturiser with these simple cleansers as the skin be slightly acidic.
should feel soft and fresh. The only draw back with using vinegar is you
may smell like a fish and chip shop to those around you, which is why I
don’t use this in the morning!

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Scrubs
S crubs can be used once or twice a week as exfoliation to remove dead
skin cells and stimulate skin cell renewal. Skin will immediately appear
plump and radiant, as blood will flow to the surface bringing oxygen and
nutrients whilst removing waste on a cellular level. Over time, skin texture
will improve. Great for anyone with clogged pores or dry, dull skin. As
some scrubs can be coarse or gritty, avoid using on irritated or sunburnt
skin, open wounds, or pussy pimples.

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Scrubs

I have selected three quick and easy blends all using a milk and honey Gentle Oatmeal Scrub
base. I like these because of the convenience of already having the base
(my cleanser), premixed in the fridge. Powdered milk 3 heaped tsp
Runny honey 1 heaped tsp
It’s best to use the gentlest option at first and work your way up to the Lemon juice 1 little squirt
harsher scrubs, dependant on your skin’s response. Oatmeal ½ tsp

To use, hold a warm damp face cloth over your face for a couple of
seconds. Work mixture over skin surface, paying particular attention to the
forehead, nose and chin, avoiding the eye area. Gently massage in
circular motions, concentrating on any blackheads, whiteheads or flakey
skin. Dampen a cotton pad and gently remove excess mixture.
Ideal for dry, itchy or sensitive skin. Add half a teaspoon of finely ground
oatmeal to the milk and honey mixture. Adjust quantities if you are using
what’s left of your Softening Milk and Honey cleanser.

Thoroughly rinse face with warm water to remove all trace of mixture.

Follow with a moisturiser of your choice.
O atmeal is a gentle moisturising exfoliant that soothes itchy and
irritated skin, making it ideal for those who are hyper sensitive and acne
prone. Being high in silica, an essential nutrient that makes up collagen
and helps connective tissue retain moisture, oats maintain skin elasticity
and prevents premature ageing.

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Nutritious Almond Meal Scrub Smoothing Sugar Scrub

Powdered milk 3 heaped tsp Powdered milk 3 heaped tsp

Runny honey 1 heaped tsp Runny honey 1 heaped tsp
Lemon juice 1 little squirt Lemon juice 1 little squirt
Almond meal ½ tsp Brown sugar ½ tsp

Almond meal is still gentle but a little grittier, making it a slightly more vigorous
option. Add about half a teaspoon to your milk and honey mixture.
If you use this mixture immediately it will be quite coarse. I prefer to
leave it in the fridge over night and use the following day as the sugar
will somewhat dissolve and be gentler. Brown sugar naturally contains
molasses, which makes it a moist soft sugar and my preferred choice
over raw or white sugar for the skin on my face. Great option if you have
coarse or dry skin, but avoid if you have broken capillaries and stay away
from the delicate thinner skin around your eyes.

S ugar exfoliates and stabilizes the skin to improve texture and tone.
This is due to the glycolic acid as previously mentioned.

A lmond meal is nutrient rich and leaves skin soft and supple. High in
Vitamin E it promotes healing and repair to improve uneven skin tone.
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Masks

M asks are less abrasive than scrubs and can be used once a week to
once a fortnight as a deep cleansing face pack to draw out impurities and
nourish the skin.

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Healing Honey Mask

Runny Honey 1 tsp

This is my favorite mask of all time and is extremely beneficial for all skin
types. When left sitting on the skin, honey will draw impurities from the
pores, which is the main aim when using it as a deep cleansing mask.

Hold a warm damp face cloth over your face for a couple of seconds
so that skin is slightly wet. Warm a teaspoon of honey in your palm for
a runny consistency. Thickly smear over entire face and neck, avoiding
the eye area. Let the honey sit for 10 – 20 minutes or until it feels drier
and stickier to touch. In warmer environments it may not set as well as in
cooler environments. You may need to hold a tissue to catch any drips!

When you come to wash it off it’s important to warm the honey again so
that it’s doesn’t pull the skin. Wet a face cloth in warm water and hold
over your face for a few seconds. Using a cotton face pad, wipe off excess
honey. Be sure to use light upward motions. Remove all trace of honey
with a wet face cloth.

Honey is so hydrating there is no need to apply a moisturiser.

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Luscious Banana and Yoghurt Mask

Banana 1/4
Natural yoghurt 2-3 tspn

B
Mash quarter of a banana. Combine 2-3 teaspoons of natural yoghurt and
blend to a smooth paste. We want the mixture to sit on the skin, so it can’t anana is an anti-wrinkle ingredient due to the many antioxidants and
be too runny. nutrients such as Vitamin C that helps restore collagen. It promotes soft subtle
skin.
Apply a thick layer to clean dry skin. Leave on for 10 – 20 minutes. To
remove, wet a cotton pace pad, wipe off excess mixture and then

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thoroughly wash face with warm water.
oghurt contains living cultures so is a natural treatment for many bacterial
The banana will oxidize and go brown very quickly, so this mask is best used skin conditions, and like milk also has the benefits of lactic acid to smooth skin.
within 12hrs of preparing. Thickset natural yoghurt works best and be sure it does not contain any added
artificial thickeners, colours or flavours.
Follow with a moisturiser of your choice.

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Firming Avocado and Egg Mask

Egg white 1
Avocado half

Whisk the egg white so that it becomes white

and frothy. Add half a mashed avocado and
blend.
E gg white is the most simplest, natural skin tightening remedy I have
found and gives the skin an instant lift. It also reduces the appearance of
enlarged pores and fights bacteria. These benefits arise from the roughly
Apply a thick layer to clean dry skin. Leave on
40 different proteins combined with enzymes such as lysozyme. In some
for up to 10 minutes or until mixture dries and
cases it can over dry or irritate sensitive skin if left on for too long, so
skin feels tight. To remove hold a damp face
you may need to adjust the sitting time accordingly.
cloth over your face for a couple of seconds.
Wipe off mixture using a wet cotton face pad.
Thoroughly wash face with warm water to
remove all trace of mixture. A vocado is a rich source of vitamin C, which stimulates collagen
production to keep skin strong and elastic. Vitamin E is also present
Follow with a moisturiser of your choice. acting as an antioxidant to protect skin cells from free radicals. Both help
maintain a vibrant youthful appearance.

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Moisturisers
A moisturiser is used after cleansing to lock in the natural oils of the
skin and protect against environmental elements such as sun, wind, air
conditioning, indoor heating, pollution and so on. It can sometimes be
used to add moisture to skin that is extremely dry.

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Cooling Summer Moisturiser

The moisturiser I use in the warmer months is fresh Aloe Vera gel. Easily
grown in the garden, I cut a spike and keep in the fridge so that it’s cool
when applied to the skin.

The stronger gel is at the base of the spike and is a darker green. This can
leave a slimy yellow residue on your skin so I only apply this part of the gel
at night. If you use as a morning moisturiser, use the gel from the pointed end
of the spike, as it is clearer.

A loe Vera is great for after sun care, waxing or laser hair removal as it
is rejuvenating, healing and soothing.

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Waming Winter Moisturiser

During winter Coconut Oil is my moisturiser of choice. I class it as a wonder food and
cover my entire body in it daily after getting out the shower. I also use it throughout the
day as a lip balm.

C oconut oil helps generate heat to the surface of the skin, locks in moisture, acts as
a disinfectant on the skin due to anti microbial properties and is full of anti oxidants to
maintain smooth skin.

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Full Body Blitz
O nce I discovered the capability and beauty of food there was no
turning back. Knowledge is power, so self educate, read labels and
question everything. Eliminate products that hinder the natural function of
your skin or feed toxins into your system. There are nourishing alternatives
readily available and the long-term results are far superior!

The following pages contain quick and easy tips and mixtures that extend
past your face for an all over beautiful body.

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Body Hand and Body Sugar Polish

Brown sugar 1 tsp

Olive oil 1 Tbsp

Try this scrub to stimulate your skin. I use

One of the easiest ways to maintain great skin is ensuring we have great circulation. it on my hands the night before
Blood flow and lymphatic drainage are essential for a glowing appearance. You can modeling assignments for baby smooth
help the process with: skin. It works wonders!

Physical activity Put brown sugar directly in the palm of

Strengthen and stretch your body regularly. Focus on health rather than becoming your hand and add olive oil. Lightly rub
obsessed with weight loss. over entire skin surface, concentrating
on dry or rough patches. Rinse with
Massage warm water and pat dry. Skin will be
Relieve stress and tension to allow energy to flow freely through your body. soft and plump and you will not need a
moisturiser.
Dry body brushing
Use a soft bristle brush once a week before showering. Work towards the heart Every couple of months I’ll double the
concentrating on areas prone to cellulite. mixture and use it as a whole body
scrub in the shower. Be careful, as the
shower floor will become slippery!

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Hair H air frames our face and can either make us look and feel amazing
or do the total opposite. The hair shaft is covered in tiny cuticles, almost
like scales, that when sitting flat makes hair smooth and reflect light, which
gives it shine. When the cuticles are lifted and open, hair will feel coarse
and absorb light, causing it to appear frizzy, dull and lifeless.

Having had long hair for the majority of my life there are a few habits I
have developed to ensure my hair is always in fantastic condition.

• After washing, wrap hair in a towel to absorb excess moisture.

• Use towel to pat dry. Do not rub, as hair is weak when wet.
• Use a wide tooth comb when hair is wet. Do not brush.
• Let hair dry naturally.
• Only style hair when dry, to avoid over stretching and breaking.
• Use a heat protectant when using hot appliances.
• Avoid backcombing and teasing.

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I generally do not use hair products from day to day, but when
modeling it’s near impossible to avoid. This rinse is amazing to remove

Teeth
product buildup and give hair an instant shine.

Shiny Hair Rinse

Vinegar 50ml
Water 200ml

To remove product buildup

I love juicing, especially dark vegetables like beetroot. Unfortunately
one of the affects is stained teeth. Once a month I will use this easy paste
Brush out tangles and as much product as possible while hair is still dry, to brighten my smile.
working from the ends up to the scalp. Shampoo hair as usual then pour
rinse over scalp and let it run down the length of your hair. Follow with Teeth Brightening Paste
your conditioner. Bicarbonate soda 1 tsp

For instant shine
Shampoo and condition your hair as usual. Pour rinse over scalp and let it
run down the length of your hair. If you find the vinegar too drying, splash
fresh water over your hair to finish or dilute the vinegar further by adding
more water.
Put bicarb soda on fingertip and very gently rub over surface of the teeth.
If the saliva in your mouth doesn’t moisten the bicarb you may need to
add a drop of water to form a smooth paste. Be very careful not to over
rub as you may wear down tooth enamel causing tooth sensitivity. Rinse
mouth with fresh water.

Vinegar restores natural skin ph so combats dry, itchy or flaky scalps.

Any vinegar is fine; I tend to alternate between Apple Cider Vinegar and
White Vinegar. Use no more than twice a week to avoid over drying your
hair. I generally use once a week to once a fortnight.
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Last but not least
Massage your face for an instant glow. Press firmly on the skin and move the
underlying muscle back and forth – do not rub over the surface of your skin.
Get as much fresh air as possible. Open windows and minimize indoor heat-
ing and cooling, as it will zap the moisture from your skin. You will actually
burn more energy regulating your own body temperature so it’s also great for
staying trim!
Minimize processed foods and increase vegetable intake. Fruit and
vegetables should make up 75% of your daily food intake. Eat local seasonal
produce in a variety of colours to ensure you consume as many vitamins, min-
erals, antioxidants and phytonutrients as possible.
Move! I run for an hour at least 3 times a week first thing in the
morning. Allow your body to release toxins through perspiration – don’t
wear deodorant. Shower immediately after to wash toxins from skin.
Apply a mild deodorant that supports your skins function.
Your body is at least 60% water – stay hydrated by drinking plenty of
fresh water.
You have the power to choose. Accept responsibility for your own health
and wellbeing, gain knowledge and live healthy.
Be grateful for the body you do have and embrace change. Work with
natural universal laws as we can’t change the cycle of life, but we can
enhance our time here.
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