The summer season is here, and Skincare & Wellness Expert Nicola Connolly, Founder of Nunaïa Beauty, has offered her advice on forming a summer skincare practice. Rituals have been part of human life for thousands of years, from weddings to holidays. But we can also create more low-key rituals for ourselves every day to help us stay balanced. Nicola learned of the power of ritual when she lived and studied well-being with indigenous communities in Peru and Ecuador, and now she wants to share her top tips on establishing a soothing skincare ritual this summer.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CREATING A SKINCARE RITUAL?
Turning your skincare routine into a ritual can not only give you better results, but also a feeling of peace. Incorporating some mindful techniques into your skincare regime will not only help the effectiveness of your products, but also boost blood flow and create a greater feeling of balance and contentment.
HOW CAN I CREATE MY OWN SUMMER SKINCARE RITUAL?
STEP 1:
Take a few minutes of peace and quiet at the end of your day. Turn off your phone and make sure you won’t be disturbed. Optional: Play some calming music or enjoy the silence.
STEP 2: CLEANSE
Use a natural plant-based skincare product with pleasant aromas, like our Superfood Cleansing Balm. Put a small amount on your fingertips and take three deep breaths, inhaling and exhaling the scent. Massage the product into your skin gently, feeling the stress and tension melt away.
STEP 3: TONE
In the summer, our skin can become dry after a day in the sun. Spritz some of your favourite toner over your cleansed face and enjoy the aroma.
STEP 4: RESTORE
A great way to protect your skin during the Summer months is using a facial serum or oil with lots of antioxidants, such as our Nourishing Radiance Serum. This serum will help to prevent sun damage, pigmentation, and wrinkles. To apply it, put two or three drops on your fingertips and massage it in a circular motion on your neck, face, and chest. As you do this, take a moment to relax and appreciate taking care of your skin and wellbeing.
STEP 5: BREATHE
To finish, bring your hands up to your face and take three deep breaths, appreciating the scent of your product. Give yourself credit for taking the time to take care of yourself.
About Nunaïa
Nunaïa has been devoted to crafting skincare products that nourish both body and soul for over ten years. The founder, Nicola Connolly, lived and worked with indigenous people in Peru and Ecuador, learning their ways of using plants for healing physical and mental ailments. What she learned has been used to create award-winning, high-quality green beauty products that bring a sense of peace and balance. The ingredients are all ethically sourced from local growers in the Amazon and Andes regions. All of the products are available in Meadows & Byrne.
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