September 12 is the day dedicated worldwide to Mindfulness, English term that means awareness, paying particular attention to the present moment, and which represents a simple change that anyone can make for greater well-being, on an emotional, physical and spiritual level. This existential concept also meets beauty as, for example, a skincare routine with natural cosmetics is a perfect opportunity to build the habit of mindfulness.
«Daily skin care today it takes on a different meaning for many people. It is no longer focused on treating a blemish or imperfection, but is finally seen as a relaxation and well-being ritual, a path of acceptance of one’s natural beauty that manifests itself through a meticulous and detailed skincare with a clear goal: healthy and luminous skin “, says Anna Grimaldi, Head of Cosmetic Innovation of Eco Bio Boutique, a beauty tech company that produces products with ingredients exclusively made in Italy, organic, 100% natural and with eco-sustainable packs.
ANTI STRESS TREATMENTS
Longer, more complex skincare with natural ingredients represent a moment of isolation from the outside world to regain the tranquility and serenity lost during a hectic day and to regain strength by relaxing the mind. And precisely among the reasons that push Italians to invest time and money in the care of their appearance, according to a research conducted in June 2021, for 1 out of 5 the main one is the possibility of allow yourself an anti-stress moment exclusively for yourself. Treatwell and Uala, a leader in Europe in online booking of beauty and wellness services, reveal this, which on the occasion of the Mindfulness Day, asked their experts to tell about the relaxing treatments for meditating while making yourself beautiful.
MANDALA DRAWINGS, HOBBY RELAXATION TO APPLY TO NAILS
Among the most ancient and zero-cost anti-stress solutions are the mandala designs, extremely relaxing art form that also reaches the world of aesthetics giving life to the nails of the same name, decoration, according to Sara Dallatorre, owner of the Sun Club Firenze center, very gypsy and sophisticated at the same time. Those with a distinctly artistic streak can, with a firm and precise hand and who knows how to work with ultra-fine tip brushes, create a relaxing design directly on their nails.
HYPNOTIC MASSAGES
Lymphatic drainage, Californian and shiatsu rinstead represent the “hypnosis” effect massages to start meditating. In addition to expert hands capable of stimulating circulation and dissolving muscle tension, the recipe for the perfect massage also includes a good dose of predisposition to listening to oneself. This is what Alice Bonaiti, owner of Akasha Studio in Milan suggests, in which treatments inspired by mindfulness and focused on slow and repetitive breathing are proposed. The latter in fact allows the mind to detach itself from the daily frenzy and to focus on the here and now of the relaxation experience in progress.
Ma how to practice this anti-stress exercise even at home? First of all, carving out at least 20 minutes to dedicate only to yourself, in a quiet and cool environment, in which to create a soft and pleasant light with candles. To undertake the self-massage it is necessary that the body is lying down and that the breathing is deep and rhythmic. Then, with the fingertips of both hands and starting from the center of the skin, it is necessary to carry out light circular pressures that push the skin outwards, moving the subcutaneous tissues. With the same mechanism, the circuit can continue by touching temples, eyebrows, cheeks, chin, jaw, neck and shoulders in order.
ALL MAKEUPFULNESS
In the end, even makeup is good for the soul. A veil of mascara, a swipe of lipstick and a turning point. According to Marilena Palermo, makeup artist and owner of the Switch Beauty Concept salon in Milan, this is one of the many manifestations of the therapeutic power of makeup. Hence the development of the makeupfulness, the practice that combines make-up with meditation, that is the choice and application of cosmetics to slow breathing and inner reflection. To make make-up an anti-stress pampering, it is necessary first of all to start with a very deep skincare, able to involve all the senses as much as possible. Yes, therefore, with creams and serums with a pleasant texture to the touch, with fragrances present to be spread with vigorous face massages.
Furthermore, the combination of makeup with the final look remains a fundamental compass for orienting oneself during makeupfulness. To balance a particularly colorful outfit, just apply a simple but elegant line of eyeliner, an exercise in precision and balance that fits well with meditative activity. On the contrary, with an essential outfit, having lips dyed with bright colors illuminates the figure and its horizon.
In the gallery, some relaxing and meditative effect products for a perfect wellness routine in honor of Mindfulness Day.
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