PAMPER

A DIFFERENT KIND OF BEAUTY THERAPY

Danni Duncan, Beauty & Wellness Ambassador @danni__duncan We’ve all heard the saying, “Beauty is more than skin deep”, referencing a person’s character and personality. But have you ever actually paid attention to and considered what your beauty regime is for the internal?

I was thinking about this the other day as I have recently started to receive therapy for my anxiety. Anxiety is something I regularly experience, impacting how I feel day-to-day and changing how I present outwardly. I’m less confident; I feel dull and don’t want to make an effort. My skin becomes stressed and breaks out. I’m not my full self.

Therapy has become part of the way I pamper myself, a new addition to my beauty routine. Sounds a little strange, right? Isn’t therapy for people who are in crisis, depressed, and really at the end of themselves? While the answer to all that is yes, therapy is also for, well, everyone.

Therapy helps me make sense of the things that confuse me, it’s enabling me to get rid of the ugly thoughts that worm their way inside, and it’s slowly allowing me to release the toxic parts of me that I’ve buried deep.

As each day gets a little easier and as I learn the skills needed to manage the things I cannot control, I find myself feeling brighter. From the outside, you may not see any physical changes, but it’s my own perception that’s being adjusted.

‘Bad’ skin days don’t have the same control over my feelings; I look into the mirror and don’t fear my changing body. My smile is more genuine.

This is my new type of beauty therapy.

WITHSTANDING WINTER

DO GOOD WITH EACH BALM 1

Got chapped lips? We have good news! Ethique has recently released its range of lip balms. From Pepped Up (peppermint) to Juicy (citrus), each balm is packaged in a 100 per cent plastic-free, plant wax lined push tube that is home compostable. ethiqueworld.com

Sophisticated and delicate, HARMONIOUS HAIR 3 this luxurious hair mist boosts the senses and delivers a fresh and harmonious fragrance for your hair. Balmain Paris Hair Couture really is something special; it’s infused with organic

Argan Elixir and Silk Protein, and the signature Balmain Hair Couture fragrance. modstoyou.co.nz

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REGENERATE AND RENEW

Does your skin need brightening up in these winter months? BIOBLUME by Heilala is clinically proven to reduce visible signs of ageing by improving collagen production which stimulates cell repair, regeneration, and renewal. Heilala Vanilla is authentic pure Madagascar Bourbon vanilla.

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MOLECULAR LEVEL

Molecule 05 consists of the molecule Cashmeran, pure and singular. With a cocooning, musky softness with dry, aromatic woodiness, and a sweet and resinous pine note, this fragrance is truly exceptional, and will keep you warm through the swan song of winter. meccabeauty.co.nz

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LOOK AFTER YOUR ASSETS

With 14 years’ experience, Tessa is a beauty therapist who specialises in all areas of skin and cosmetic brow tattoo artistry. Working from her gorgeous home studio in Marshlands, at Beauty Assets you can expect the best pampering experience. beautyassets.co.nz

MILANO AFTER DARK

Make a commitment to your signature scent. Glasshouse Fragrances’ Midnight In Milan is dynamic and sultry, like Milano after dark. Expect rose, buttery saffron, and a twist of aromatic moss. ballantynes.co.nz