True beauty radiates from the inside out. It‘s the inner glow a person transmits when they are in alignment and at peace with their body. On the other side, the pressure of social media and the fatigue that comes with constant comparison makes us hyper-critical and remove us from ourselves. We lose touch with our bodies and disconnect. Research proves that our relationship with others can only be as deep and profound as our relationship with ourselves. Explore with us a loving way to create a summer body that not only represents outer beauty but also reflects something more profound: self-love.
1. Eat Your Water
Drinking water only takes us so far. The secret to genuinely hydrated skin is to eat our water. Eating fruits and vegetables with a high percentage of water allows our body to get hydrated gradually and keeps our digestion moving. The result is a firm complexion and a natural glow. Great foods are watermelons, cucumbers, leafy greens, and berries.
2. Eat The Rainbow
As humans, we like our routines and rituals. They keep us safe. But a well-nourished body starts with eating a high diversity of foods, giving new fruits and vegetables a chance. Experts recommend eating at least 30 different fruits and vegetables each week. In addition, colourful plate signals to our body that it’s time to embrace the moment. The rainbow of our plates lowers insulin levels and increases endorphins.
3. Start Body Brushing
Dry body brushing twice or thrice a week stimulates circulation and lymphatic drainage. It clears our systems of toxins and, at the same time, exfoliates the skin. This ritual is easy to practice at home. It’s essential to start at our feet and slowly move upwards in light strokes. Towards the end belly, a circular motion is recommended.
4. Lymph Drainage
Lymph drainage is a massage technique that stimulates circulation and promotes the release of toxins and water retention in the body. The result is a refined and toned appearance.
5. Speak The Feelings In Your Body
One of the most powerful tools is to allow ourselves to feel our body’s feelings, name them and release them. By practising radical honesty and acceptance, we calm down our nervous system and establish better relationships with ourselves and others.
6. Hydrate Your Skin
It seems obvious, but there is a difference between dry and dehydrated skin. Dehydrated skin is a temporary condition caused by a lack of water. Usually, the skin look dull and fine lines start to appear. However, once the skin is hydrated and replenished by using creams and serums, it starts to glow again.