We are changing our skincare routine During the winter, we protected our faces with rich, oily skincare products, perfect for strengthening the hydrolipidic film against the cold and harsh weather. With the arrival of warmer weather, rich-textured creams tend to liquefy in the heat, making the skin shine. So, opt for a lighter texture packed with moisturizing active ingredients. For combination to oily skin, gel textures are perfect, and can be enriched with mattifying active ingredients. Dry skin gains comfort with moisturizing emulsions. To lose your chicory complexion a little faster, you can add a drop of carrot essential oil to a vegetable oil suited to your skin type, which you apply in the morning or evening. If you prefer a tightening or smoothing effect, swap the carrot for a drop of rosewood or geranium essential oil. We boost our hair Is your hair dry and dull? Do an ultra-nourishing avocado oil bath, ½ hour on normal hair, overnight on very dry and curly hair. Smooth the lengths strand by strand without touching the scalp, then opt for a sulfate-free shampoo , which is kinder to the fiber. In case of hair loss, add two drops of St. Thomas Bay essential oil to the mustard vegetable oil and then gently massage the scalp. This cocktail boosts blood circulation and stimulates hair growth. We get a "Glowy" complexion Want luminous, fresh skin? Opt for a sheer complexion to let the light shine through. After applying your day cream, dab a concealer onto the areas you want to correct (dark circles, sides of the nose, imperfections, etc.). Then, mix a drop of hydrating serum and a little fluid foundation on your hand. Apply the mixture with a sponge for a light, fresh result. Finish by dabbing a little peach-colored cream blush (it suits all skin tones) onto the curve of your cheekbone. You can also create a "tinted water," a way of applying a veil of color to the skin. Place a small amount of gel-like moisturizing lotion in the palm of your hand and pat it on with a blush brush soaked in loose powder. Apply to your face in circular motions for a beautifully even complexion. We do a mini detox Our body needs to eliminate winter fatigue and energize itself. According to the principles of Chinese medicine, spring is the season of the liver. So, we do an easy cleanse, black radish juice every morning, to drain the liver and gallbladder. Another option is the lemon juice cure. For 21 days, drink the juice of half a lemon every morning with warm water. Lemon is alkalizing, it acts on the excess acidity present in the body, due to stress, medications, cigarettes, but also due to the consumption of meat, sugar, cereals… Warm water, on the other hand, restarts the activity of the intestines. Through self-massage, we "unclog" the liver by massaging it with the flat of the hand (right side under the ribs), with a mixture of vegetable oil and carrot or lemon essential oil (6 drops of vegetable oil + ½ drop of essential oil). DURING CONFINEMENT We are taking advantage of this unprecedented period to take a break. Far from our daily frenzy, we take time for ourselves, by learning meditation, doing dance or a few yoga moves each day. We relearn to do only one thing at a time. We reconnect with our sensations with a simple exercise: in the lotus position or sitting on a chair, back straight, feet flat, we breathe in the scent of cedar essential oil, distilled on a cotton ball placed on a bowl or in a potpourri. On a daily basis, we create an atmosphere of benevolence in the home, by using geranium essential oil in a diffuser or on a cotton pad placed in the living room. WE BREATHE MINDFULLY Upon waking in bed, breathe in gently and then exhale sharply. Repeat this process about ten times to energize the organs and blood that have remained stagnant throughout the night. Toxins are eliminated, and the digestive system is ready to face the day. In the evening, focus on relaxing breathing. Lying down, exhale longer than inhale, as if gently blowing out a candle. Repeat about ten times.
