Ritual Beauty: a guide to glowing skin, and inside-out radiance

It is the perfect time to revitalize your skincare routine and achieve that coveted glow.

We get asked all the time, “But where do I start!?”. So here is our quick guide for beginning to cultivate your beauty goals in a holistic way. From nutrition to skincare, detox to details, these are all of our most effective tips.

01. Eat Well

Nourish from the Inside-Out

Achieving glowing skin starts with what you put into your body. Incorporate these superfoods into your diet:

• Microgreens

• Manuka Honey

• Omega-3s

• Blueberries

• Cherries

• Avocado

• Collagen
  Remember Collagen should be a from a source of hormone, antibiotic free and from regenerative livestock.

• Rich Proteins

Avoid These foods

• Protein Powders

• Seed Oils

• Coffee (unless certifies mold-free)

• Oats

• Processed Anything

02. De-Stress

Combat Stress-Aging

Stress can accelerate aging more than you might realize. Here’s how chronic stress impacts your skin:

• Cortisol Release
  Chronic stress triggers the release of cortisol.

• Inflammation
  Cortisol increases inflammation, causing redness and breakouts.

• Collagen Breakdown
  Stress accelerates collagen breakdown, leading to wrinkles.

• Moisture Retention
  Cortisol affects the skin’s ability to retain moisture, resulting in dry and dull skin.

• Sebum Production
  Increased cortisol stimulates sebum production, contributing to acne and blemishes.

Stress-Relief Tips

Manage stress effectively with these practices:

• Take a Walk

• Try Somatic Movements and Stretches

• Get a Better Night’s Rest

• Let Yourself Cry if You Need To

• Detoxify Your Body

• Catch 10-15 Minutes of Early Morning Sun

03. Detoxify

support your lymphatic system

This is a major detoxification system. If it’s not flowing, you’re body won’t be able to take out the trash.

• Lymphatic Body Sculpting
  Cool down and reduce puffiness.

• Dry Brushing
  Stimulate lymphatic drainage for a dewy complexion.

• Stretching
  Boost collagen production and fight free radicals.

• Manual Lymphatic Stimulation
  see this posts for details: opening your pathways

Decrease your toxic load

Your skin absorbs up to 60% of the chemicals in products you apply to it. Here’s how to start decreasing your toxic load.

• Use clean skincare

• Swap to a totally natural deodorant - or ditch it altogether.
  Smelly underarms are often caused by toxic buildup in the major lymph nodes located there.

• No flouride.
  PSA: flouride is a toxin! Swap your dental products to avoid the alcohol and other chemical ingredients.

• Eat Clean

• Take supplements anf herbal remedies that aid in the release of toxins.
  Binders and other herbal remedies can massively support your system as it tries to rid itself of toxins.

04. Good Skincare is Essential

Glow from the Outside-In with Skincare

Complement your diet with effective skincare practices:

• Cryosticks
  Cool down and reduce puffiness.

• Lymphatic Facial Massage
  Stimulate lymphatic drainage for a dewy complexion.

• Quality Vitamin C
  Boost collagen production and fight free radicals.

• Hydrate Your Lips
  Keep them smooth and plump.

• Exfoliate Weekly
  Remove dead skin cells for a brighter appearance.

• Gentle Cleansers
  Use creamy, lush cleansers like Biologique Recherche’s Lait Cleansers that nourish your skin without stripping natural oils.

• Avoid Retinol
  Retinol, Retin-A, and retinoic acid can age your skin faster. Retin-A increases thinning of the dermis by 18% after a year of use and 30% after five years. We do not recommend retinols to our clients. Instead, consider alternatives like Biologique Recherche’s P50.

FACes need Workouts Too

Take your skincare down your neck.
Your neck might age faster than your face due to two main reasons:

• Weak Network of Blood Vessels leads to slow microcirculation.

• Weakened Neck Muscles causes tissue atrophy and loss of tone.

To tighten your platysma muscle, try the "platysma workout"

1. Open your mouth widely.

2. Pull your bottom lip tight over your bottom teeth.

3. Move your jaw up and down.

4. Repeat daily.

05. Hair, Hands & Nails

Don’t neglect your Hands and Nails

Your hands can reveal your age, so keep your nails fresh and healthy with these routines:

• Let Your Nails Breathe

• Add Collagen + Biotin

• Stop Using a Nail Dryer at the Salon

• Avoid Acetone + Chemical Formulas

• consider a BBL laser session for your hands (as an add-on to your facial laser sessions)

• Use a Cuticle Oil Nightly

Healthy Hair Tips

Achieve healthier, more resilient hair with these tips:

• Stop Washing Your Hair Every Day

• Use a Quality Hair Oil or Mask 1-2 Nights per Week

• Massage Your Scalp Daily

• Use a Silk Pillowcase

• Wash Your Pillowcase Weekly

• Limit Hot Styling Tool

• Try Fish Oil and Omega-3s

• End Your Shower with Cold Water

"The beauty of the sun is not just in its warmth, but in the light it brings to our lives."

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