Lusan

12/01/2026

I love Saurkraut and always have some home made in the fridge and another fermenting in the cupboard.

It’s so good for your gut microbiome which is important for good health.

Those little microbes;
• aid digestion and metabolism

• support and regulate the immune system

• influence mood and brain function supporting mental health

• synthesise B vitamins and vitamin K

• imbalances are linked to chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, allergies, heart disease and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

I was very unwell in December and required triple therapy antibiotics. This medication can be life saving but it doesn’t discriminate between the pathogenic bugs and the good guys. So I’m making sure I get plenty of fermented foods to build my microbiome back to health. Lots of Saurkraut, live yogurt, miso, kimchi and plenty of fibre from fruit, veggies, whole grains, wholegrain sourdough, to keep the microbes well fed.

Making Saurkraut is easy - cabbage and salt that’s it. The secret to it being successful is packing as tightly as you can in to a jar with very little space at the top and sealed well, eliminating oxygen is super important.

30/11/2025

All set up for the at the Marine Highland Hotel Troon.
It’s a gorgeous sunny day, come for a walk on the beach and pop in say hello an pick up some gorgeous artisan gifts

29/11/2025

The perfect place to shop for some really beautiful, hand crafted Christmas gifts. By buying from an artisan maker you’re not only supporting a small business, you’re supporting a dream and buying something that’s crafted with love and care.

29/11/2025

Wholemeal seeded sourdough hot out the oven. Kitchen smells delicious, perfect start to the weekend.

28/11/2025

Whole food skincare made with raw organic farm grown botanicals takes time to handcraft. No synthetic additives, lab derived over processed ingredients, just natural nourishment and hydration for beautiful glowing skin.

27/11/2025

Your skin isn’t looking for a constant barrage of new or next, this confuses and undermines its natural processes.

It needs deep, consistent nourishment, not from synthetic lab produced ingredients, but delicious farm grown botanicals packed full of vitamins and antioxidants that support skin to be its healthiest, glowing self.

26/11/2025

19/11/2025

Retinol

Lots of us use it, it’s hugely popular in anti-ageing (ooh I hate that term!) and acne skincare products due to its ability to increase cell turnover, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and reduce breakouts.

But do you know how it’s made? Would you be surprised if I told you it contains acetone, yep that solvent in nail polish remover and that by forcefully increasing cell turnover we are actually accelerating the ageing process?

My new Journal Post takes a little dive into Retinol with some surprising facts. And of course it shares a beautiful alternative from the plant world.

Link in Bio and Stories to journal

19/11/2025

Retinol

Lots of us use it, it’s hugely popular in anti-ageing (ooh I hate that term!) and acne skincare products due to its ability to increase cell turnover, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and reduce breakouts.

But do you know how it’s made? Would you be surprised if I told you it contains acetone, yep that solvent in nail polish remover and that by forcefully increasing cell turnover we are actually accelerating the ageing process?

My new Journal Post takes a little dive into Retinol with some surprising facts. And of course it shares a beautiful alternative from the plant world.

Click the link to read the Journal Post

https://lusan.co.uk/blogs/myjournal

07/11/2025

Do you know one of the most important products in your skincare routine is the humble cleanser?

The skin has a protective outer layer to keep moisture and nutrients in and act as a shield against ‘invaders’ (bacteria, viruses, allergens), pollution and the elements.

This acid-mantle-barrier-system is made up of dead skin cells (corneocytes) the ‘bricks’ held together by a ‘mortar’ of lipids which includes, fatty acids, cholesterol and ceramides. Sweat and sebum secretions help to create a slightly acidic environment which then provides a ‘home’ for our unique microbiome.

Having a well-established lipid barrier and diverse skin flora is key to skin health. Many cleansers damage these important aspects, breaking down the healthy fats in the skin, changing the pH and disrupting the skin microbime, leaving the skin dry, irritated, red and vulnerable to infection and pathogenic bacteria.

If your skin feels tight after cleansing then it’s an indication it’s probably doing more harm than good. You want a gentle cleanser that helps to clear impurities, sweat, dirt & makeup off the skin, but keeps the healthy fats and microbiome of the barrier intact.

Purity Cleanser has been formulated to support the protective skin barrier. The beneficial blend of organic plant oils, effectively dissolve impurities on the surface of the skin and within the pores, without stripping the lipid layer, leaving the skin soft, comfortable and glowing with health.

Infused with organic botanicals Lavender, Calendula, Meadowsweet and Liquorice, it soothes and calms irritation while also providing food for the microbiome. Enzymes in wildflower honey from the lovely people gently remove skin cells that are at the end of their life cycle without removing those that are still providing the ‘bricks’ for our skin barrier.

Purity Cleanser is not just the precursor to your ‘active’ skincare products, it’s Treatment Step 1 in your skincare routine, delivering nourishment and actively stimulating cellular renewal.

18/10/2025

It’s World Menopause Day and although its something that will affect about 50% of the population and is more widely talked about than in previous generations it is still chronically under supported.

Hot flushes, anxiety, brain fog, low mood, weight changes, disturbed sleep, skin issues are some common symptoms, however the reason symptoms and the severity experienced vary widely can often depend on our genes.

How those genes are expressed can be influenced by various things, one of the biggest is our diet. Through diet we can support detoxification and hormone metabolism. Specific nutrients including magnesium, B vitamins and antioxidant compounds further support detox pathways and methylation. We can address stress and adrenal function (the main producer of eostrogen post menopause) to restore sleep and cortisol regulation.

Our food can be medicine, we can reduce the symptom burden and improving quality of life with personalised supplementation, diet and lifestyle plans.

There’s further information on the website in my journal posts (link in bio).

I offer in-person and online consultations, please reach out if you have any questions.

06/10/2025

It’s Seabuckthorn season.
Seabuckthorn berries are a super-food for your skin, with oils coming from both the seed and the flesh of the berry. The deep, rich orange colour comes from skin nourishing beta-carotenes, antioxidant powerhouses, protecting the skin against damaging UV exposure.

There are also flavonoids, catechins and procyanidins to neutralise free radicals. Cutting-edge research shows seabuckthorn’s proanthocyanidins may activate stem cells, aiding in tissue renewal and repair, slowing the signs of ageing.

The oil from the berries is known as the single highest vegetal source of Vitamin C. It also contains Vitamin E, a host of B vitamins including folic acid, B1, B2, B3 (niacin) and B6, Vitamin A. It provides powerful antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, great for acne and healing wounds while also effectively supporting collagen production to ensure healthy, glowing skin. The fruit oil also contains rare palmitoleic acid (omega-7), a component of skin lipids and stimulates regenerative processes in the epidermis aiding wound healing.

The seed oil is packed with vitamins A and E to further protect from free radical damage, support skin regeneration and stimulate collagen production. Also rich in Omegas 3, 6, and 9. Omega 3 has anti-inflammatory properties, it can help with relieving itchiness, reddness and irritation, while omega 6 plays a crucial role in barrier function of the skin.

The ability of our skin barrier to function optimally is important for keeping harmful bacteria, chemicals and dirt out while ensuring we can absorb the nutrients our skin needs. Omega 6 is quickly absorbed by the skin and effortlessly carries additional plant nutrients into the deeper layers of skin to nourish and condition the cells.

Read more about Seabuckthorn https://lusan.co.uk/collections/seabuckthorn-seed-oil