Did you know that approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK are affected by allergies at some point in their life and this figure continues to grow by around 5% every year…?

So with this in mind SensiChic have gone on the search for the best remedies to get you through this irritating season.

The easiest way to turn the air in your home from a foe to a friend is quite simply to clean it with an air purifier. Bionaire Mini Tower Air Purifier (BAP412S), featuring a three speed settings and quiet operation has a replaceable HEPA-type/carbon filter.  The independently controlled Ioniser improves the filtration process that helps remove smoke, dust, pollen, mould spores, pet dander and odours. These Air Purifiers are available now from all good electrical stores and start at around £49.99.

Inspired by the principles of acupuncture, the Hay-Band (£10.99) is a specially designed acupressure elbow band giving relief throughout the hay fever season.  It works by exerting a gentle, constant pressure at the elbow crease to bring instant and continuous relief for common symptoms.  

STÉRIMAR Isotonic ‘Nasal Hygiene’ (RRP £6.49) a pure and natural sea water nasal spray gently clears pollen, dust and other airborne allergens from the nose, working on removing the actual cause of hay fever and allergies.

If you feel a little low on energy and lethargic why not give yourself a well needed boost and relieve the symptoms of hay fever the natural way with Comvita Bee Pollen Granules (£9.96 / 125g)A well balanced daily multivitamin and multimineral supplement containing an array of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, co-enzymes, and hormones; simply sprinkle on your favourite cereal, fruit or yoghurt to provide a tasty and nutritious supplement to your diet.

Top Tips to minimise the affects of hay fever…

• Be pollen aware – when the pollen count peaks plan on indoor entertainment or go to a low pollen area such as the coast
• Stay clean – wash hair before bedtime as the pollen can stick to hair and clothes
• Indoor drying – dry washing inside to avoid pollen attaching itself to clothes and bed linen Cool shades – wear wrap-around sunglasses to reduce the chances of pollen irritating the eyes
• Nose know-how – put a small layer of petroleum jelly around nostrils to help stop the pollen entering the nostrils
• Chore challenge – whilst the pollen count is high, avoid any unnecessary outdoor chores like cutting the grass!