Curious to know how to reap the benefits of meditation just by doing what you’re already doing every day? We share a few easy tweaks to your daily beauty regimen, ahead.
1. Turn off distractions
The first step in creating a relaxing, meditation-like environment is to tune out the distractions. Turning your phone on silent mode—or better yet, leaving it in the other room—can ensure your mind is better focused on your beauty routine, aka yourself.
2. Play some relaxing music
Another way to set the mood? Play some relaxing music. Music is often used in meditation as a way to soothe the mind, draw attention to the body and help keep distractions at bay. Using meditation music during your beauty routine can help create a more spa-like environment that allows you to keep your focus on your beauty intentions while offering peace of mind.
3. Light some candles
While we don’t always have time to put together the perfect meditation environment (i.e. sage the room, make a crystal grid, turn on an essential-oil diffuser—you get the picture) lighting some candles can be a quick and easy way to make magic happen. So, whether your beauty routine involves a relaxing bath, hot shower or an at-home facial, light a couple of candles, dim the lights and allow yourself to succumb to the relaxing environment.
4. Focus on your breathing
Another key component of meditation? Your breath. Whether you’re practicing deep, cleansing breaths or focusing on your breathing patterns, using your breath to guide you through a meditation can make the difference between a relaxing meditation and a distracted one. And, get this: Using your breath in beauty also counts for something.”When we take deep breaths, we boost circulation, leading to healthy, glowing skin,” says Dr. Jaliman. “Skin cells are their healthiest when they have enough oxygen,” she adds.
5. Give yourself a facial massage
In addition to setting the mood and focusing on your breathing, there are a few beauty routine “add-ons” that can help create a meditation-like experience. Case in point? Facial massage. Whether you’ve used a jade roller up and down your complexion, or used your fingers to soothe tense muscles with your favorite facial oil, you know just how relaxing—and beneficial—facial massage can be, especially if you go slow.
“Massaging the face stimulates the facial muscles, which brings more oxygen to the target area,” says Dr. Jaliman. “As we massage, we heighten the blood flow which increases collagen production. The more collagen produced, the healthier and brighter your complexion will look,” she adds.
When giving yourself an at-home facial massage, focus on the speed and movements of the massage. Slow it down and be mindful. Take deep breaths and allow your roller or fingers to clear your mind, improve your skin’s circulation and create an invigorating experience for the body. Read more
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