WELLNESS IS AS IMPORTANT FOR SKIN HEALTH AS DOUBLE CLEANSING.

Meditation has played a HUGE role in my journey from acne and anxiety to clear skin and contentment. I now hope to share this skin calming tonic with the world.

Here you will find a selection of skin-positive meditations I have recorded since certifying as a Meditation Teacher in 2024.

YOGA NIDRA FOR DEEP, RESTORATIVE SLEEP

Melt into your bliss chemistry and drift into a deep, restorative sleep as we soothe your nervous system with this relaxing Yoga Nidra body scan.

We start with gratitude and brining awareness to the five senses before setting an intention. Feel waves of wellbeing awash your body as this lulling mediation releases neurotransmitters for dopamine, serotonin and GAMA for rest and digest invocation.[1]

References and music credit:

1. Neurobiology of Spirituality E. Mohandas, M.D.*

Clear Complexion | 22 Skin-Positive Affirmations

Show your skin the attention it deserves as we melt away skin-busting stress and invoke complexion-clearing serotonin.[1] Scientific research proves that the stress hormone cortisol is directly related to acne and ageing. [2,3] Meditation, mindfulness and positive thinking can reduce cortisol and repeating skin-positive affirmations may help you develop a regular, skin and self-care practice that includes an AM & PM routine and a healthy, skin-friendly lifestyle.[4] It turns out, meditation is skin care.

References

1. Affirmation of personal values buffers neuroendocrine and psychological stress responses. J David Creswell et al.

2. The association between stress and acne among female medical students in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Shadi Zari

3. and Dana Alrahmani 3. Brain-Skin Connection: Stress, Inflammation and Skin Aging. Ying Chen* and John Lygh

4. Leveraging Self-Affirmation to Improve Behavior Change: A Mobile Health App Experiment. Anusha Venkatakrishnan, PhD

Relaxing Routine | Guided Skincare Step By Step

Turn your evening skincare routine into a mindful wind down with this guided step by step. Too often we rush through life on autopilot.

Why not take 15 minutes to slow down, be present and make the most out of this time for the benefit of your body, mind, soul and skin. An extract from "Relaxing Routine | A Skincare Sleep Story (also on my track list), this shortened step by step will guide you through a meditative approach to cleansing and exfoliating followed by retinol and hydrating serums before finishing with an eye cream and moisturiser - simply skip any part not relevant to your routine. I can't wait to join you on your next skincare routine : )

Relaxing Routine | Guided Skincare Step By Step

Wave stress goodbye and melt into melatonin for a deep, rejuvenating sleep with this evening skincare routine visualization. Sleep is crucial for overall health, including stress reduction and skin health.[1]

It influences hormone levels in the body including cortisol, the primary stress hormone, and inflammation. Quality sleep helps mitigate the effects of stress on the skin including breakouts, redness and even the signs of premature signs of ageing for a radiant, glowing, clear complexion.[2,3]

So, you now have plenty of reasons to settle in and let this relaxing routine sleep story, guide you into a deep, restorative sleep.

1. PubMed Sleep deprivation and stress: a reciprocal relationship. Mathieu Nollet Et. al.

2. PubMed Can poor sleep affect skin integrity? V Kahan Et. al.

3. PubMed Regular Late Bedtime Significantly Affects the Skin Physiological Characteristics. Li Shao Et. al.