Once a color signifying regeneration and rebirth in ancient Egypt, this lush color has held many meanings throughout its history. Tied to the traditional Irish holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, it is suggested that anyone who wears it will remain invisible […]
The Beauty Benefits of Gratitude
grat·i·tude /ˈɡradəˌt(y)o͞od/ noun the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Not only is kindness the new cool but it’s beneficial for your overall skin and heart health! The act of expressing gratitude has […]
The Beauty Benefits of Stretching
HOLD 30 SECONDS & RELEASE did you know that strong emotions & stress can actually and quite literally, break a person’s heart? takotsubo’s cardiomyopathy, or “broken heart syndrome” mimicking “acute coronary syndrome”, or, the reduction or blockage of blood flow […]
The Foundations of Positive Psychology
FIVE MINUTE READ Easily one of the most upbeat people I know is my Positive Psychology Professor. Other than starting off each lecture through held back giggles and even the occasional snort, through reoccurring vocal caricatures and overly exaggerated arm […]
THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF DEEP BREATHING
In for four. Hold for four. Out for four. Repeat. Deep belly breathing, or Diaphragmatic breathing, strengthens your diaphragm while lowering stress levels, reducing blood pressure, and regulating other important bodily processes. Breathing exercises help you force out the air […]
THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF SLEEPING
THREE MINUTE READ Sleeping plays a huge role in your overall health, but did you know its also an important step in your beauty and skincare routine? Your blood flow increases, your collagen is rebuilt, and your body goes into […]
THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF SMILING
WATCH OUT ITS RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE! it’s hard to believe that such a simple act can provide so many health and beauty benefits for the body, however, research has shown that smiling can… positively effect the pain responses inside […]
Take a Joy Break
We know all about sparking joy thanks to the Konmari method, a minimalist lifestyle intention of honoring the little things in life in order to create peace and space within your home. Developed by Marie Kondo, her books have sold […]
Sweat Your Way to Better Skin
Also known as heat bathing, exposing the body to high heat and humidity for skin cleansing and healing purposes has been a long used ancient tradition. The health benefits of sweating are vast including major effects on the tone and […]
WEEKLY ROUTINE
ALL NATURAL WEEKLY ROUTINE FOR GLOWING SKIN four simple habits you should add to your weekly routine E X F O L I A T E S O A K S T E A M S W E A T […]