THEDETOUR
 
BEAUTY
Ahava “The Source” Range
review by Sally McIlhone

I have never been the type that favours an ocean of lotions and potions. All my cleansing, toning and make-up removal needs are covered by one easily disposable wipe. But for someone with no skin regime to speak of, Ahava have transformed me into a new woman with just four key products to target my most basic dermatological needs.
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Beauty Tried & Tested: Ahava “The Source” Range  




First up is the Mud Exfoliator (hardly a snip at £13.50 for 100ml but trust me, it’s worth every penny), a lightweight scrub that “peels” surface cells and claims to even out skin complexion. After just a few days I have noticed that the obvious pores around my nose and chin appear radically reduced and my skin is considerably smoother. Ahava attribute this to the rejuvenating Mineral Skin Osmoter™ present in their products: an anti-ageing compound which helps skin achieve its optimum balance of moisture.

Which aptly brings me to the follow on product, Source Protective Moisturiser (rrp £21.95 for 50mls), which need only be used sparingly as it can appear greasy when it first goes on. Despite seeing a reduction in the fine forehead lines I usually hide under my fringe, this was my least favourite of the products because of its oily feel.  I prefer a more lightweight product and think perhaps the Protective Moisteriser is better suited to mature skin.

However, I was a fan of both the Source Gentle Body Exfoliator (rrp £10.50 for 200ml) and Mineral Body Lotion (rrp £16.50 for 250ml). Despite not seeing any marked changes after using the Exfoliator, the combined effects of the mineral scrub with the Mineral Body Lotion were impressive. My skin felt soft, smooth and glowing, and I didn’t need to slather myself in half the bottle to do this, making it very cost-efficient. My only complaint would be that the Body Lotion did have the distinct aroma of incense and I would have preferred a more subtle perfume, but I am willing to put up with it, given that it’s made my legs look and feel wonderful.

The perfect package for healthy spring skin and gorgeous pins!

Ahava Source Dead Sea mineral skin-nourishment range is available from the Ahava Dead Sea Spa at Milton Keynes, leading department stores, salons, pharmacies, other fine stores nationwide, by mail order, or online.  

For further information, contact Ahava UK on 01452 864574 or visit the company website www.ahava.co.uk

 
   
 

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