{"id":121,"date":"2020-09-22T07:00:47","date_gmt":"2020-09-21T21:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/?post_type=articles&p=177685"},"modified":"2020-10-09T18:33:33","modified_gmt":"2020-10-09T18:33:33","slug":"take-note-carla-oates-the-beauty-chef","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/take-note-carla-oates-the-beauty-chef\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Note: Carla Oates On Gut Health, Pared-Back Makeup And The Perfect DIY Face Mask"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to\u00a0Take Note<\/em> \u2013 a weekly rolodex of all the best in skin, wellness, and makeup from industry insiders. Each week, we\u2019ll profile one woman who\u2019s privy to beauty, covering everything from recommendations to routines. Today, we\u2019re chatting with Carla Oates, gut health expert and founder of leader Australian ingestible beauty brand, The Beauty Chef<\/a>. Carla started out as a beauty editor, but a complicated relationship with skin and gut health led her down an alternate path, namely into the world of fermentation.<\/p>\n

Fast forward to now, and The Beauty Chef is an esteemed international brand, stocked everywhere from Sephora to Net-A-Porter. While the signature Glow Powder (recently updated to an even better ‘supercharged’ version) is still the hero, the product range covers everything from sleep to topical skincare. The key Beauty Chef difference is though, that Carla’s products all contain bio-fermented extracts designed to soothe, nourish and feed our microbiome (whether that’s in your gut or on your face). And if you haven’t tried the range yourself, Carla’s glowing complexion will be all the convincing you need.<\/p>\n

Here, Carla takes us through her entire beauty routine – one that favors inner beauty practices, ritualistic skincare and minimal makeup. Her recommendations are considered, researched and naturally, all heavenly to use.<\/p>\n

Find Carla’s complete interview below.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Beauty Chef Founder Carla Oates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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GRAZIA: What does your morning skincare routine look like?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Carla: <\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Cleanse:<\/strong> I always cleanse in the mornings and believe it\u2019s an important step that a lot of people skip. I make my own oil-based cleanser using a mix of essential oils and organic coconut oil then remove using a muslin cloth.<\/li>\n
  2. Nourish + Protect:<\/strong> I layer Marie Veronique Protective Day Oil<\/a> under sunscreen for additional anti-aging protection. I love that the formula includes a great range of essential fatty acids which are crucial to building and maintaining healthy skin and helps prevent inflammation.<\/li>\n
  3. SPF:<\/strong> It can be hard to find an organic facial sunscreen that doesn\u2019t give off an unflattering white cast but this COOLA<\/a> one really works for me. Applied under makeup, it feels feather-light and helps to nourish my skin with natural antioxidant-rich ingredients such as Red Raspberry Seed Oil & Prickly Pear Extract.<\/li>\n
  4. Inner Beauty Moisturizer: <\/strong><\/strong>Before consuming anything else, I always start my day with GLOW<\/a> mixed into a glass of filtered water. I created The Beauty Chef around the philosophy that \u2018beauty begins in the belly\u2019\u00ae and I passionately believe our gut health can impact everything from our skin to our physical health to our happiness. The newest iteration of GLOW is amazing for your complexion, it’s so much more than just a skin supplement. Containing a powerful selection of bio-fermented whole foods, prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, fiber, phytonutrients, antioxidants and so much more, GLOW is a true multi-tasker, designed to elevate your well being, nourish your gut and help you to glow ever brighter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    GRAZIA: And evening?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Carla:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Inner Night Time Repair:<\/strong> I commence my nighttime routine by taking SLEEP<\/a> one hour before bed, mixed into a warmed glass of nut milk with a little manuka honey if I\u2019m craving something sweet. This product has been scientifically formulated to soothe your nerves and deepen your sleep. It contains natural sedatives including passionflower and lemon balm – traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to soothe and calm nerves and relieve restlessness. Alongside sour cherry which is naturally rich in sleep-giving hormone, melatonin.<\/li>\n
    2. Cleanse:<\/strong> Repeat as the morning. At nighttime I switch up what oils I use, choosing a calming scent like lavender or rose.<\/li>\n
    3. Exfoliate + Tone:<\/strong> It\u2019s actually estimated that every square centimeter of your skin is home to at least a million bacteria along with an array of fungi, viruses and even mites. (Yes, mites!). So, applying probiotics topically as part of your skincare routine will actually help to replenish, feed and fortify your skin\u2019s ecosystem, which is your immune system\u2019s first line of defense. The Beauty Chef\u2019s Probiotic Skin Refiner<\/a> is made from the bioactive liquid that is a by-product of our bio-fermentation process. When we ferment algae, legumes, herbs, spices, vegetables and grasses, the result is an incredible naturally-produced lactic acid which helps to synthesize collagen, refine the complexion and boost skin cell turnover.<\/li>\n
    4. Restore:<\/strong> I find the Tata Harper Rejuvenating Serum really helps to minimize the appearance of fine lines as it contains natural neuropeptides + hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin, leaving it feeling plumped and smooth.<\/li>\n
    5. Eyes + Lips<\/strong>: The Beauty Chef Flora Fix Balm<\/a> is a bio-fermented super balm! With bio-fermented coconut and herbs to nourish the skin, as well as anti-inflammatory and hydrating fatty acids from camellia, rosehip oil, as well as vitamin E, this deeply moisturizing balm is perfect as dry skin moisturizer or soothing salve on dry hands, lips, nails, heels, knees or elbows.<\/li>\n
    6. Soothe: The MV Organic Skincare Rose Soothing & Protective M<\/a>oisturizer is super nourishing – excellent for people who have dry, sensitive skins.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      GRAZIA: If you were heading to a deserted island, what three products would make the cut?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>Flora Fix Balm<\/a>, Glow Inner Beauty Powder<\/a> and Omega Elixir<\/a>.<\/p>\n

      GRAZIA: Favorite SPF formula?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>COOLA Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50.<\/a><\/p>\n

      GRAZIA: Treatment you love?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>I love to mix up fresh papaya and yogurt to make the most incredible face mask for brightening, exfoliating and refining.<\/p>\n

      GRAZIA: Skincare cheap thrill?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>Plenty of sleep!<\/p>\n

      GRAZIA: And splurge?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>My greatest investment is having regular facials at ONDA salon in Paddington<\/a>, I love the Signature Facial in particular. And the facialist Nicole Manning has beautiful, nurturing hands. So it\u2019s so much more than just a facial. It\u2019s a truly holistic skincare experience and an indulgence I look forward to. My skin is always so plump and luminescent the days following I don\u2019t feel the need to wear any makeup.<\/p>\n

      GRAZIA: What\u2019s your go-to method for treating a pimple, fast?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Carla: <\/strong>After washing your hands and cleansing, use a cotton tip (not your fingers) to dab a small amount of tea tree oil on to the blemish then leave it alone. Tea Tree Oil has rich anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.<\/p>\n

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      Tonight on The Digest, our Founder & CEO Carla reveals all there is to know (and love) about our next-generation Inner Beauty Boosts \u2728 Plus, she explains which Boost she reaches for when she needs to recharge her energy. Link up top! \ud83d\udd17<\/a><\/p>\n

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