Lora O’Brien

2 weeks ago | waterford-news.ie | Lora O’Brien

There’s a long and fierce tradition in Ireland of speaking truth to power - not with fists, but with words sharp enough to cut stone. In ancient times, our poets, known as filí, held high status not just because they were artists, but because they were respected, and even feared. A trained poet could compose a verse that praised a person’s honour or, just as easily, dismantled it through sharp satire. Their words carried weight, authority, and in some cases, the magical force to bless or curse.

Aug 16, 2024 | eluxemagazine.com | Lora O’Brien

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Dec 8, 2023 | eluxemagazine.com | Lora O’Brien

Vegan stem cell skincare is trending. Here’s why you should give it a try!By Lora O’BrienIn a bid to get flawless skin, many of us have become conscious of the foods we consume. After all, what is going on internally massively affects how we look externally. But what about what we choose to feed our skin during our skincare regimes? Everything we put onto our skin is absorbed into our body, so we’re essentially eating our skincare. Would you choose to ingest toxic chemicals and artificial scents?

Aug 28, 2023 | eluxemagazine.com | Lora O’Brien

From pancakes to pizza, these vegan sourdough recipes have you covered!By Lora O’BrienIt seems the world has been going crazy over sourdough for some time now. And for good reason! Freshly baked sourdough bread is delicious. A little tangy, warm and soft with a crisp crust…yum! Plus, you can top it with anything from smashed avocado to tofu scramble. It makes the perfect breakfast or snack. But despite the trend for sourdough, it isn’t a modern invention.

Aug 9, 2023 | eluxemagazine.com | Lora O’Brien

Worried your diamond ring may be surrounded by bad vibes? These are the best lab grown diamond brands we know. Cleaner and greener! By Lora O’BrienIt’s hard to deny the appeal of a dazzling diamond, which has become one of the most sought after precious stones. Especially for couples considering marriage!But beneath the shiny surface of a diamond is an incredibly dirty history. Mined deep under the earth, the job of digging up diamonds is a dangerous process.