Blue monday: beauty strategies to survive the saddest Monday of the year (and not only)

There are those who experience new beginnings, albeit symbolic, with an extra charge, and those who have a bad relationship with January, so much so that in this month the so-called blue monday, or the saddest Monday of the year. What has he ever done wrong this day, on the 17th in 2022, to earn such an inauspicious reputation?

Part of the blame is on marketing. In 2005 the travel company Sky Travel launched a campaign to convince its customers that any sadness felt could have a scientific basis: what better way than a holiday to smile again? Behind, however, there is also more; the blue monday comes after the Christmas break, in a season in which the most sensitive can also be affected by a weather that is not always pleasant.

The importance of time for oneself, in this “tight” time

For those who believe in it, however, it could really be a very difficult Monday to face. Some data on the beauty front also say so: Treatwell, online booking portal for beauty and wellness services, for example, found that it is Monday, at 11 in the morning, which is recording a peak of bookings in this sector. Among the most requested services, depilation, manicure and haircut. A trend that would seem to reflect the desire to feel tidy, also considering the fact that Mondays are traditionally closed for hairdressers & co, an ideal time to plan the week.

Beauty, however, it is not just a matter of agenda, but also a way to carve out time for oneself, indispensable especially in a complex historical moment like the one we are experiencing: the opportunities for socializing have been reduced, people travel less and closer to home, everything that makes you feel good is therefore a precious help, because it reflects on your mood and inevitably improves even the days that are born wrong.

The urban Spa, well-being a stone’s throw from home

Any clever tips to find harmony? A massage, for example, is always an excellent idea to regenerate body and mind. And if time is short, the right destination can be one Urban Spa, real oasis of relaxation a stone’s throw from home. Those of Clarins, for example, present in many Italian cities, they are ideal for those looking for a moment of well-being in the daily frenzy. At the Clarins SkinSpa inside the historic Mazzolari perfumery in Milan in just thirty minutes you can take advantage of a professional treatment and leave immediately, more relaxed and beautiful than before. A tip to light up the winter? Facial treatment Ready to Glow, proof (also) of gray mood.

An exotic massage, to travel with the mind

If the time factor is not decisive, the advice of the experts can be followed Treatwell, who recommend massage peanutsweda, coming from India. It is done with i surface, warm cotton bags, which contain a mixture of herbs and spices, but also sand, clay and salt. They are slipped, tapped and, finally, placed on certain focal points of the body. Their warmth, combined with the delicate movements of the massage, involves the five senses, relieving stress and improving blood circulation. To try, at least once.

Hands on top with the paraffin bath

The therapeutic power of a beautifully crafted manicure is unmatched, but no nail polish can hide a careless hand. Among the most popular treatments on Treatwell, for example, there is the one at paraffin, natural ceramide that soothes redness and deeply hydrates the skin. It starts with a scrub that removes impurities and dead cells; then a moisturizer is applied to prepare the skin for the actual treatment, namely theimmersion of the hands up to the wrists in a tray filled with liquid paraffin for fifteen minutes. A panacea: the cuticles are softened, as well as any hardening of the epidermis. Furthermore, the bathroom offers a pleasant sensation of warmth and a guaranteed relaxation effect.

Appointment at the hair bar, for a fold, or a hairstyle, on the go

Whether you need a fold, a hairstyle or a specific treatment, to be accompanied with some chat, of course, the hairdresser remains among the favorite destinations of every woman. Among the coolest solutions of the moment, there are the hair bar, latest generation salons that have their strong point in fast services. In Milan, for example, in Via Turati, you can do a fold from € 28 and a braid from € 25, but there is no lack of more complete treatments, for any need. The residence time varies from 20 to 40 minutes. A service fast, without forgetting the quality. The plus? It is also open on Mondays.

A relaxing environment in Very Peri

At home it can be more difficult to really disconnect, but with a little effort you can succeed, what matters is to create the right atmosphere. Millefiori Milano, Yankee Candle and Woodwick they propose three fragrances in shades of Very Peri, the Pantone 2022. It is inspired by a day dedicated to wellness, for example, Lavender Spa by Woodwick, with relaxing notes of lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus and cedar. Whether it is to accompany a bath or a reading, it will only benefit you.

Goodbye, blue monday.

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