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The Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I helped Princess Eugenie with her summer glow up – the salty water trick which ensured she looked so good at Ascot
PRINCESS Eugenie was the picture of elegance at Royal Ascot, despite the sweltering heat. The woman behind her glowing and radiant appearance is society nutritionist Gabriela Peacock, who also counts Princess Beatrice, Jodie Kidd and Billie Piper, among her A-list clients. 9 9 9 9 9 Fans were quick to comment on the royal's impeccable Ascot looks, with one saying: " Princess Eugenie looks so lovely", and another added: "Absolutely beautiful." With summer upon us, many people want to look and feel their best for the beach, weddings or holidays. Gabriela has revealed there are some easy steps everyone from royalty to the public can take to achieve this. Gabriela, 45, who is godmother to Beatrice's three-year-old daughter Sienna, told Fabulous: 'As a nutritionist working with everyone from royalty to red carpet regulars, my philosophy is all about realistic wellness. 'That means supporting your skin, energy, and mood through smart nutrition, simple lifestyle tweaks, and a little science-backed supplementation. 'No crash diets, no overtraining — just small changes that create long-term glow. 'Here's how I help my clients achieve their ultimate summer glow-up — and how you can too…' 1. NUTRITION Gabriela shared an example summer menu which will help you feel your best… Breakfast Glow Bowl: Try Greek yoghurt or kefir with mixed berries (especially blueberries + strawberries), a tablespoon of chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, and a drizzle of manuka honey. Gabriela explained: 'Why? Antioxidants for skin protection, probiotics for gut health, and omega-3s for a dewy, hydrated glow. Princess Beatrice is pregnant with her second child and shares sweet picture with husband Edoardo 'Hydrating foods such as watermelon, cucumbers and coconut water is the way to really help support the skin health to keep it plump and moisturised.' Lunch Salmon & Avocado Salad: Grilled salmon on a bed of spinach, rocket, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a lemon-olive oil dressing. The nutritionist explained: 'This is rich in collagen-boosting protein, healthy fats, and vitamin C for skin elasticity and radiance.' Dinner Grilled Chicken with Quinoa & Roasted Veg: Courgette, peppers, and carrots with garlic and turmeric. She added: 'This has lean protein for hair and nail health, fibre for detoxification, and turmeric to reduce inflammation.' 9 9 2. FOOD TO AVOID It can be hard to turn down sweet treats in hot weather, but Gabriela said if possible you should avoid excess sugar during the summer. She explained: 'It can contribute to dull skin and breakouts particularly when the weather is hotter like it is now.' Too much caffeine was also a no go as this can 'really dehydrate the skin and as a result reduce that glowy dewy skin.' And finally highly processed foods should be ditched as they are often 'low in nutrients and high in inflammatory oils.' 3. UNPLUG FROM STRESS Feeling good and looking good go hand in hand and Gabriela said she advises her royal clients to make it a priority to unplug from screens where possible. She explained: 'Get outside every day, even if it's just for 10 minutes, and stick to a regular sleep routine. 'These simple habits help regulate your nervous system, which in turn supports everything from hormone balance to skin clarity. 'Stress can easily show up on your face, whether through dullness, breakouts or sensitivity, so I always encourage my clients to create space in their day for proper rest and mental recovery. 'Whether it's reading, meditating, or just having a quiet cup of tea, finding moments of peace amidst the chaos is essential for glowing-up.' 9 4. ADD SALT TO WATER Most people underestimate how quickly dehydration can affect their energy, skin and focus - but it can be easy to fix. Gabriela shared: 'My trick is to add a pinch of sea salt or electrolytes to my water for better absorption. 'Electrolyte sachets are super convenient to travel with too. I also switch out one coffee for herbal tea or fruit-infused water. Small changes, big difference.' 5. PICK FUN FITNESS You don't need to spend hours in the gym to feel fit and strong, according to the royal nutritionist. She shared: 'I always recommend my clients to opt for a physical activity that they enjoy, so that it doesn't feel like a chore or punishment. 'Whether that's Pilates, yoga, strength training or a brisk walk - keep it short and effective. 'The goal is consistency, not exhaustion. 'It's also so hot in London at the moment so anything quick, easy and light you can do is enough! 'I try to walk after meals, take the stairs when I can, stretch while watching TV, or even use small hand weights when sat in long car journeys.' 6. TAKE SUPPLEMENTS Gabriela advised boosting your health with supplements like RadiantMe - which is a daily sachet formulated to support healthy skin, energy and vitality. She shared: 'It supports healthy skin, hair, and nails, and is such a simple way to get those essential skin-loving vitamins and minerals in one quick daily drink. 'It's my secret weapon for staying consistent when life is full on - plus it tastes amazing too!'
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Travel + Leisure
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Travel + Leisure
A Celeb Facialist Gave Me the Scoop on What to Buy From Amazon's Beauty Sale—Her Top Picks Start at $5
Curating the perfect beauty routine requires patience; it's a lot of trial and error to figure out what works for your skin. Sure, you can do a deep dive to find out which products your favorite celebrities use—but who has time for that? Personally, I like to go straight to the source: enter Cynthia Franco, the Los Angeles-based esthetician behind the flawless complexions of stars like Sandra Bullock and Olivia Wilde. In fact, her exclusive two-hour, $550-and-up exfoliating treatments that reveal a red carpet-worthy glow from head to toe are favorites among her A-list clients. So, naturally, when Amazon launched its Summer Beauty Event, I wanted to pick Franco's brain on what skincare products are actually worth buying to get glowing skin at home (and on the road) without breaking the bank. Below are Franco's top picks from the beauty sale as well as the Amazon deals that she (and I) won't be passing up while they're marked down. Keep scrolling for toiletry bag must-haves and bathroom counter staples she recommends, as brand-name beauty products start at just $2. If you don't have the time to stop by Franco's West Hollywood studio for one of her signature facials (or, if you're waiting for the opening of her new Beverly Grove spa Altagracia to open like me and the rest of L.A.), don't worry. All you need is one of Elemis' Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads. "It's a bit of a facial in a pad," Franco said of the travel-friendly product. "You'll look glowy in an instant ." Whether you're at home, on a flight, or getting ready in your hotel room, you'll unlock smoother and more awake-looking skin with just one swipe. Amazon is a treasure trove for affordable K-beauty skincare. During the beauty sale, Franco insisted I check out Beauty of Joseon, a popular brand behind some of Amazon's top-selling skincare products. "There are so many things to like from this K-beauty brand," she said. "This mask is one of my favorites for oily to combination skin because it controls sebum (oil) production." As Franco's "absolute favorite sunscreen," the Prevention+ Daily Ultimate SPF Moisturizer is a two-in-one toiletry bag mainstay that hydrates the skin while protecting it from harmful UV rays. The long-lasting moisture and sun protection keep your complexion dewy until it's time to reapply. Don't miss this chance to grab it on rare sale for $42. Shopping on a budget? At 46 percent off, the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Face Serum SPF 60, $12, is an affordable sunscreen option that infuses the skin with moisturizing and sun damage-reversing Vitamin E. Discounted or not, "Thayers is always a good buy," according to Franco, who recommends adding the brand's top-selling face toner to your cart. At $5, this travel-size product is what she calls "extra dewy goodness for hydration," especially when you're traveling. While talking skincare, Franco couldn't contain her excitement about Medicube's collagen mask. "Um, have you tried this?" she asked me. "Wow. Just wow." It's rare to see products with drugstore-friendly price tags in Franco's facial lineup, but you'd never guess that this peel-off K-beauty mask was under $20 with its smoothing, firming, and moisturizing formula. If you took a peek inside Franco's toiletry bag, odds are, you'd find some aromatherapy goodies like this Organic Rose Water Spray from Eve Hansen. "Did you know that roses are the highest vibration out of any flower?" she began. "We all need a little extra higher vibration when we are traveling." In addition to boosting skin hydration, this spray ensures you have the stress-relieving, calming, and mood-enhancing benefits of rose essential oil at the ready. Franco takes her own glow just as seriously as her clients', and there's only one serum that delivers the brightening power she needs: the Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Face Serum. "I use it a lot," she admitted. The formula's all-star ingredients are vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, which work together to brighten, hydrate, plump, and firm. Shopping on a budget? The K-Beauty-loved SeoulCeuticals Day Glow Serum, on sale for $16, packs the same brightening punch with its Vitamin C-rich formula, which also features a skin-healthy blend of ferulic and hyaluronic acids. When working with celebrities, Franco always needs to be one step ahead of "facial emergencies," which is why she always has Starface pimple patches handy. "They're just the very best pimple patches on the market," she declared. Each star-shaped patch contains 100 percent hydrocolloid and fights blemishes by shrinking spots and reducing redness "overnight," according to reviewers. Shopping on a budget? Though the Starface pimple patches have Franco's seal of approval, they come in packs of 32. During Amazon's beauty event, you can get a pack of 300 pimple patches from Daolyo on sale for $8. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
