IOL Health Mag - July 2021 - Trends to live by

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TRENDS to live by

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4&5 Healthy food trends 6&7 Veganism for heart health 8&9 Trendy tea 10&11 The new beautiful 12&13 Keeping fit 14 Build muscle mass at home 15 Health technology trends 16&17 Online fitness fanatics 18&19 Physical and mental wellbeing

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Editor’s note: trend alert

“Stay committed to your goals and excel in your quest to live a healthier life.”

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WE ARE officially halfway through the year.

I’m not sure if it’s just me, but it feels like this year is going really fast. It was December and then January, just now and yet it feels like we are heading there again in just a few months.

One of the most beautiful things about the beginning of the year is the new hope it brings.

Even if you were not healthy, fit, or hadn’t picked up a hobby the previous year, in January you would pick it up with renewed strength.

Whether we choose to attribute the courage to start to the euphoria of a New Year’s resolution or just new beginnings, we can all agree that those months are the most hopeful ones of the year.

Without even realising it, I had committed to running more kilometres this year and participating in a virtual run, which happened in the first few months. I also did a 30-day running challenge, clocking no less than 5km a day for 30 consecutive days. I was at my peak with running but slowly towards mid-year the kilometres dropped. There are many valid reasons for that, the change of training schedule being the biggest one.

Despite them being valid, I still had to make myself accountable for not committing to my plan. When I did, I realised that these reasons were excuses and reworked my plan with renewed hope that I can finish strong.

So if you have hit the evaluation mark or are ready to finish your year strong, this trend alert will help you start the second half of 2021 with knowledge about the latest health trends.

These will help you stay committed to your goals or help you excel in your quest to live a healthier life.

Whatever you do in the next six months, make sure you choose health and make time to prioritise it. The pandemic has taught us and continues to teach us: Your Health is your Wealth.

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Healthy food trends for 2021 Make these nourishing and tasty ideas part of your diet today Lutho Pasiya

WITH 2021 in full force, it’s always a good idea to take a look at the healthy food trends of the year to see what we should stick with.

Below, we break down some of the most popular healthy food trends of the year, including why they should be a part of your life in the second half of the year.

Microgreens Microgreens aren’t exactly new, but consumer appetite for them is at an all-time high. If healthy eating is one of your things, then microgreens should be added to your shopping list. The seedlings are packed with nutrients.

Commonly used for garnishing, the mighty microgreen is often overlooked when it’s presented on a plate. However, they pack a powerful punch of nutrients and are fast becoming one of the most potent superfoods you can find.

Cold soup Juicing is out. Souping is in.

Keep your eyes on this growing trend, led by people who want a healthy drink on the go without all the sugar of juice. You could compare drinkable soup to a thick, savoury smoothie. Many popular styles are packed with nutrients and made with whole, often plant-based ingredients. Manufacturers package them in cartons or bottles and can be enjoyed cold.

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Everything in one bowl This one is also not new, but it’s still something people will be into this year. From Acai bowls to burrito bowls and poke bowls, we love the convenience, colours, and explosion of many flavours all in one bowl. But does this promote healthy living? Poke bowls, for instance, serve up plenty of health benefits. Normally dished up with some sort of fish protein, they’re high in omega-3 fatty acids and potassium. Burrito bowls, on the other hand, are a great way to squeeze in a few extra servings

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of veggies, helping you load up on fibre and other macro-and micronutrients.

Black rice This exotic rice – also known as “forbidden rice” because it was revered and specifically reserved for royalty in ancient Asia, packs a wholesome nutritional hit from abundant fibre, minerals, vitamins, and powerful antioxidants. In fact, black rice contains the very same deep purple anthocyanin pigments as berries, but the pigments are so concentrated the grains appear black.

Healthy snacks Sticking to a healthy diet can be difficult. Resisting the urge to reach for that burger, chips, or sweets when you’re hit with a snack craving can make a big difference to your health. Healthy snacks have come of age in 2021; in fact, since the start of the coronavirus lockdown. People have taken

note of the trend and responded by creating single-serve packages of healthy snacks and appetisers.

These might include raw vegetables and dip, hard-boiled eggs, nutrition bars, and traditional fruits and vegetables that are marketed as grab-and-go snacks.

Beetroot juice Okay, some juice is still in.

But it’s not the sweet, fruity kind.

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juice are growing in popularity for their health benefits. Beetroots are rich in fibre, antioxidants, and vitamins and can improve oxygen flow to your muscles.

Function over flavour Not that flavour isn’t important – you wouldn’t continue eating something if it wasn’t tasty – but nowadays we’re more mindful of what we buy. With “healthy banana bread” making Google’s top 10 list of most-searched recipes in 2020, it’s clear that people are expecting more nutritional benefits from what they eat.

Many of us will even go as far as eating things we wouldn’t typically consider because of their health benefits, and also researching and buying supplements to give our usual choices a nutritional boost.

Since we are still spending a lot more time at home, we have plenty of delicious food trends to experiment with in the meantime.

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Eat your way to

HEART HEALTH A plant-based diet could cut death from heart disease by a third – and combat climate change THE vegan and vegetarian diets have grown over the years, as more people started opting for a healthier lifestyle and better eating habits.

Speaking about the meat-free industry, health expert Vanessa Ascencao said a vegan diet is considered more than a diet but rather a way of life that excludes any form of animal exploitation or cruelty for food, clothing, or anything else.

Ascencao said new research shows that a predominantly plantbased diet may cut death from heart disease by a third – and help combat climate change.

She added that a largely plantbased diet, rich in nutrition, is not

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only good for heart health but may also counter obesity – one of South Africa’s biggest health threats.

We spoke to the founder of African Vegan on a Budget and pioneering vegan chef, Nicola Kagoro, about the five vegan food trends to watch out for this year, and below is what she said.

Non-vegan brands are creating vegan products. You can see this by more traditional meat brands creating vegan products.

They are also working with vegan brands and chefs to promote their products.

There is more use of indigenous and traditional ingredients. There is a growing interest in trying to find more sources of nutritional benefits in the vegan meal plan. People are also growing more traditional vegetables and fruits.

There are more vegan food options on menus. Fastfood chains like Burger King, McDonald’s, and more are creating menu options for plant-based individuals.

Social media such as TikTok is presenting more opportunities to market vegan brands.

Small food entrepreneurs are booming more in monetary ways.

TEA TIME A nice cuppa can aid in relaxation, heart health, a good night’s sleep and a boosted immune system Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi

TEA has been used for thousands of years as a beverage of choice, not just in winter but throughout the year.

In recent years, the number of tea lovers has increased because of the health benefits such as helping with certain ailments or those wanting to reduce their caffeine intake.

When it comes to tea, many consumers are looking for something that offers them functional benefits. Health is increasingly a priority and tea benefits such as immunity, relaxation and sleep, and heart health make it popular.

Here’s a look at key tea trends that are happening right now.

Whether these current tea trends were spurred on by the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, or an overall movement toward wanting to be healthier, these will be a delight to any tea lover.

1. Rooting for health The health benefits of ginger are widely known, and fresh ginger has often been brewed with tea to boost the health benefits. However, with the cost of ginger rising, many are turning to ginger flavoured teas to add the fresh aroma and flavour of ginger to their favourite hot beverage.

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2. More South Africans go Green As one of the fastest growing teas on the South African market at the moment, Green tea is enjoying its time in the sun.

According to Tetley Master Tea Blender Jonathan Kelsey, “Green tea is made from the same plant as regular tea, but it is unfermented allowing it to retain a lot of its natural benefits. As a result, Green tea is high in antioxidants which help to protect your cells”. Green tea is also increasingly being used as a base for iced teas and smoothies to boost their health benefits.

3. Tea-infused cocktails and mocktails With South Africans staying home more, many are experimenting with homemade cocktails and mocktails using a range of different flavours and ingredients. An ingredient that is growing in popularity as a base for cocktails and mocktails both locally and abroad is the naturallysweet Rooibos. Tebo and Lebo Ndala, Twin chefs and foodies from With love from Twins note: “We love experimenting with Rooibos because it gives any drink an added depth of flavour and boosts the health benefits”.

4. Calming Chamomile Although not technically a tea but rather a herbal tincture, Chamomile is seeing a rise in popularity thanks to its inherent ability to aid sleep and relaxation.

Laager marketing manager Candice Sessions notes that “Chamomile and Rooibos are a great combo because they are both caffeine free and naturally soothing beverages – making them the perfect choice when you want to wind down at any time of the day or night”.

CHAI is becoming ever more popular for its rich warming flavours and aromas. | MAUDE FREDERIQUE LAVOIE Unsplash

5. The spice of life They say variety is the spice of life and many South Africans agree when it comes to tea.

South Africans are increasingly experimenting with flavours, herbs and spices when it comes to tea to supplement the existing health benefits.

Traditionally prepared according to Indian custom, spice teas (or Chai’s) are becoming increasingly popular, for their rich, warming flavours and aromas and underlying benefits.

and in Western countries, less familiar plants are appearing on the market. Turmeric, typically used as spice in Asian and Indian cuisine, is becoming increasingly important for drinks and especially tea. It is said to be antioxidative and immune system supporting, as well as good for digestion. In combination with ginger, such tea is popular to fight colds and stomach aches.

Similar to turmeric, holy basil also derives from India and is the most widely used medicinal herb in herbal teas there.

6. Ingredients in tea In addition to the classic ingredients for herbal tea such as chamomile, lavender or ginger, more and more traditionally used

7. Dessert tea One of the most prominent tea trends of recent times, dessert teas are ideal for consumers looking to indulge their sweet tooth but still

being healthy.

Advanced Bio-Teach Dessert teas utilse natural botanics and flavours to replicate popular dessert flavours such as chocolate, vanilla, and even more complex fare such as tiramisu and red velvet cupcakes.

Dessert teas work as an excellent replacement for those with high blood sugar, diabetes or who are simply looking to stay on track while still enjoying sweets.

Herbs like cinnamon and ginger are blended with notes of citrus, chocolate and fruit to create these zero-guilt treats.

While these trends by no means represent all that is going on in our tea industry, it is a good start to understand where our industry is headed, in terms of the consumer.

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The new beautiful How Covid-19 has changed how we take care of our skin and the resulting beauty trends Geraldine Cupido

Embracing change

OVER a year into the Beauty is now pandemic, we’ve all come more centred around to terms with the fact that achieving and staying indoors is the best maintaining healthy way to protect ourselves skin rather than from the potentially lifebeautifying it. threatening infection.

With this in mind, Covid-19 has forced us here are healthy beauty to become more vigilant trends we will be seeing about our health, germ more of in the second protection and hygiene. half of 2021.

Putting on a mask when leaving your home Conscious has become as normal, consumers even more essential, than Consumers have putting on a pair of shoes. become more informed Needless to say, the about ingredients and pandemic has forced us to are taking the time change our lifestyles on so to read the fine print many levels. on beauty products.

During hard lockdown Depending on what people found innovative they are looking for in a ways to remedy tasks that product, people research would generally involve the “miracle” active going out into the world. ingredients that brands This becomes most are pushing before evident on the beauty buying. front.

There’s now a People soon realised stronger movement that they could no longer towards natural go to a salon to have products than ever PEOPLE want to know what’s inside the products they are using. | PEXELS their nails done or to before with more and get their regular facials. more people opting to Hairdressers were no support organic, plantlonger available to keep your tresses in place or based and locally sourced products. your colour from fading.

Hence there was a rise in DIY beauty solutions.

Au naturel From homemade face masks to DIY mani and From barely there make-up to natural hair, pedis, people had to make do with what they had there’s a definite shift away from the overto maintain their beauty. contoured faces and flat-ironed hair as with Since people were no longer leaving their people going back to basics. homes, it meant that many women stopped People are embracing their natural hair and wearing make-up. becoming more comfortable in their own skin.

Now women pay close attention to their skin instead of hiding it under layers of make-up, Virtual testing making bare skin one of the healthiest beauty Since we’re still spending most of our time “trends” to come out of the pandemic. indoors in the strive to stay clear from possible Unfortunately, while we fiercely protect infection, we’ve seen a growth in online ourselves from the virus by wearing a mask, it is consumerism. Shopping online has, however, the very protective shield that has caused many presented challenges to those in the beauty people to suffer from what has now been termed as industry. Especially when it comes to make-up maskne. products. We’re so used to stepping into a store The pandemic has changed how we take care of and trying on make-up. In order to accommodate skin. People have become more conscious about this, brands are now starting to use “virtual what they put on their skin. This in turn changed sampling” where a consumer can “test” a colour, the beauty industry as a whole. be it lipstick or eyeshadow, online.

Get on the right track Fitness trends to get your body and mind in shape Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi

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THIS pandemic has changed many things. From how we socialise, to how we eat, even how we work. It’s also had a significant impact on how we exercise.

Claire Bowen of Shower to Shower said this year has brought about a real need for humanity to boost their feel-good hormones and take every opportunity to be as fit and healthy as possible.

She encouraged people to use exercise as a mood booster, just as they use retail therapy or specific scents.

“In the same way that a fragrance can positively improve your mood, so too can exercise dramatically improve your health.

With everything going on around us, it’s imperative to find a fun, active endeavour that suits your personality, your budget and the time you have available,” she said.

Whether you are continuing to exercise at home or choosing to go to a fitness centre, World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendations are: adults aged 18-64 should do at least 150 minutes of moderateintensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week or do at least 75 minutes of vigorousintensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week or an equivalent combination of moderate and vigorous-intensity activity.

To keep up with the forever changing fitness trends, here are things to look out for when it comes to fitness trends: Virtual and augmented reality Late last year, Oculus rolled out a fitness tracker, called Oculus Move, that lives inside its Quest headsets. Users who download the software can watch the calories they burn in virtual reality, along with their physically active minutes, and climb on

a ticker floating above or below their field of view. This trend has been growing globally with many choosing this option for even ticking off their bucket list around the world in the comfort of their home. Whether it is a full-body setup or just your headset and some controllers, there is plenty of VR tech that can get you moving and give you a workout.

Eye yoga Eye yoga, the new wellness trend on the block, which promises brighter, better rested peepers in under five minutes. “Similar to regular yoga, each time you practice eye yoga the muscles involved will become stronger and find more length,” explains Chatty Dobson, yoga teacher and founder of FLEX Chelsea speaking to Vogue UK. This trend has not picked up in South Africa yet but globally many people are choosing it to help with the increased screen time that came with lockdown.

Exercise app Fitness industry trends reflect global trends in society.

Technologies are seamlessly integrated into our lives. They are finding their place in people’s fitness and health routines. The convenience that technology brings to life is beyond compare, and the fitness industry is no exception.

With Covid on the rise, many people are still not going to the gym, making this trend popular among the fitness community.

Digital training Mapule Ndhlovu, a personal trainer and health advocate says many trainers are offering online personal training, which is convenient for those who may not be ready to return to the gym.

They can get a personalised training programme in the comfort of their own homes, and will save time by not sitting in traffic or having to use changing rooms.

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Live group training Online live group training HIIT sessions, which will suit people who don’t like to work out alone.

Ndhlovu says this option gives people the chance to belong to a community but in the comfort of their home where they can have fun and feed off other people's energy. It allows people to stay active and be part of an event while staying safe at home.

Outdoor fitness Lockdown has seen a rise in outdoor fitness boot camps in parks around the country, and interest in open-air workouts look set to continue even after gyms have re-opened. In a new RunRepeat study, only 15.18% of current gym members think a gym membership is the best way to achieve their fitness goals in 2021, 50% think outdoor activities are the future.

Building up your

MUSCLE MASS You can stay fit at home using your own body weight while gyms remain closed to flatten the curve JUST because gyms are now closed in an attempt to flatten the curve of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, it doesn’t mean that your workout regime has to suffer.

Building muscle at home is possible and anyone can achieve their muscle gain goal – all it takes is a little creativity and a commitment to work out regularly. In fact, you can build muscle, lose fat and get in the best shape of your life without even walking out the door.

Building muscle can be a combination of a good diet, commitment, and good sleep.

According to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, sleeping for five hours, as opposed to eight

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hours, per night for just one week cuts muscle-building testosterone levels by a whopping 10 to 15 percent.

Khethiwe Mlangeni, co-founder of PopUpGym, a lifestyle brand aimed at the health and fitness of women and children, says there are creative ways of retaining your muscles without gym equipment.

“I believe that exercise is not limited to a gym, but it can be done anywhere and anytime,” she says.

Follow these five tips from Mlangeni to pack muscle without weights.

The first step to retaining muscle without a gym is to create a fitschedule with dates and times when you plan to exercise and the trick is to stick to it.

The next step to retaining muscle is to exercise using your own body

weight. The following bodyweight exercises require no equipment at all and can help you to achieve your muscle-building goals.

The exercises include squats, lunges, push-ups, sit-ups, burpees, and mountain climbers.

If you feel that performing bodyweight exercises alone is not enough you can use a stable chair or ottoman to work different muscle groups.

Exercises that can be performed using a chair include tricep-dips, single leg-lunge, elbow planks, and push-ups.

Another way to retain your muscles without gym equipment is to use homemade weights – 500ml, 750ml, 1l or 2l bottles filled with water work well as weights. As long as you have two bottles that are the same size.

Exercises that can be performed using water bottles include squats, lunges, bicep curls, rows, tricep kick-backs, sit-ups, chest press, and overhead press.

KHETHIWE Mlangeni, building muscle at home is possible and anyone can achieve their muscle gain goal. | SUPPLIED

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HELPFUL HEALTHCARE TECH TRENDS

We’ve had to adapt to technological advances in healthcatr and it’s made our lives simpler Vuyolwethu Fundam IMPROVED quality of service, provider efficiency, and patient convenience are only a few of the benefits that have come with healthcare developments.

We were sceptical at first. In part, the pandemic forced us to swiftly adapt to the digital world whether we wanted to or not. We can all agree that technological advances in healthcare have made our lives simpler in certain ways.

Now that we're all accustomed to the technology buzz, here are some of the healthcare technology trends to look out for: Telehealth This involves video conferencing, streaming media, and phone calls, among other forms of virtual consultation. It is

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convenient because it can be done in the comfort of one’s home. Also, for me, the less human interaction, the better.

Mobile apps to keep track of health We love the convenience of health tracking apps, even though it's still important to go for our monthly or annual check-ups.

Mobile health tracking apps help us stay updated about our health.

They vary from mental wellbeing, diagnostic tools, maternal care, medical calculators and more.

Wearable tech Wearable tech is no longer limited to just smart watches.

Other advancements include: iTBra A smart wearable bra insert that

gives accurate early breast cancer detection.

MUSE Is a brand sensing headband that helps you refocus during the day and recover at night. It's worn around the head and inserted into the ears while it plays relaxing meditation music.

Upright Pro This monitor sticks to your back and tracks your spine’s movements.

Intended to correct your posture and fight back pain, it vibrates when it detects slouching.

Digitisation of healthcare records The digitisation of healthcare records decreases the risks of over medication, under medication, or missing diagnoses.

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GET IN SHAPE ONLINE Online training is one of the most popular health and fitness trends for 2021 VUYOLWETHU FUNDAM

THE health and fitness industry came to a halt last year during the initial hard lockdown – people could no longer go to the gym.

People had to find fast and innovative ways of staying fit. That led to online training becoming one of the most popular health and fitness trends for 2021.

Online workouts make use of digital streaming technology to allow you to view and follow instructional exercises.

Your personal interests and fitness goals usually determine the type of workout sessions you’ll stream – yoga, barre, HIIT, strength, or boxing sessions.

Following fitness celebrities on social media, watching online exercise videos on YouTube, or subscribing to paid sessions are all options to consider for your online workouts.

If you haven’t already gotten on board with this growing trend, it’s not a train smash – you can still get up to speed.

Therefore, let’s take a look at some of the fitness influencers you should know and follow in 2021.

Grace Motswana Instagram: @gracemotswana TikTok: @gracemotswana

Zinhle Masango Instagram: @zee_ fitnessjunkie

Richard Sibande David Instagram: @richard_ knockout/ @knock_out_legends

GRACE’S Instagram feed has plenty of workout inspiration videos. Her content comprises videos of her home workout sessions and those from the gym.

You will find inspiration for your leg day, motivation Mondays, ab day and more.

MASANGO is a holistic wellness coach and certified nutritionist.

Content includes: Fun exercise challenges Handy tips on how to jazz up your regular exercise routines Full-body workout videos

DAVID is the founder of Knockout Legends gym and a weight loss coach. Both his personal and business accounts are packed with motivational content. If you are into boxercise, weight lifting, or yoga – these accounts are worth a follow.

Juanita Khumalo Instagram: @ juakhumalo

Lisa Lanceford Instagram: @lisafiit YouTube: LISAFIIT

KHUMALO is a trainer and the founder of Wellness Trove – a platform that offers everything related to holistic wellness.

This feed is worth a follow –the content covers everything from nutrition, curated home exercises and wellness Q&As.

YOU’LL get to learn common exercise mistakes, shoulder exercises, quad exercises, fat burn follow-along exercises, and more.

Lanceford is a fitness trainer who calls herself the “gymshark”. Her husband features in some of her videos; if you work out with a spouse, you’ll relate to the content.

NOURISH& NURTURE The importance of taking care of body and mind during these stressful times Sacha van Niekerk IF THE past year and a bit have taught us anything it is the importance of self-care. We only get one body and nurturing and nourishing it in the right way is of the utmost importance.

Health and wellness are on the rise for 2021. From small daily rituals to grand events, there is a greater focus on self-care of every kind. Spa visits, vacations, birthdays, weddings and reunions of every kind were put on hold as we moulded ourselves to best suit the circumstances surrounding 2020. At present, many people continue working from home without an off switch to end their day. In response, people are carving time out of their lives to be kind and listen to their minds and bodies.

Self-care trends to try: Healing holidays Stress, anxiety and uncertainty bubbled to the surface last year forcing us to rethink how we viewed the need for time away and vacations. With health and wellness already on everyone’s minds, the tourism industry has started to take note. Wellness vacations, eco-tourism and healing holidays are going to be big once more borders open up and people become comfortable with travelling again. From yoga retreats in the mountains to entire packages consisting of meditation classes and consultations with ayurvedic doctors, tourism sectors are already readying themselves for the demand for physical, spiritual and mental wellbeing packages. At the Global Wellness Summit held last year, experts predicted a boom in the demand for wellness therapies and that they may even surpass medical treatments. “Wellness has become the cool kid on the block,” said Cecelia Girr, senior Strategist at Backslash, the cultural intelligence unit.

HEALING holidays are on the rise in 2021. | PINTEREST

Emphasis on skincare Pinterest’s trend predictions report for 2021 revealed a surge in searches for all things natural when it came to skincare. Perhaps it’s because of the popularity of those Vogue Beauty Secrets videos that feature celebrities running through their daily skincare step by step or the beauty side of TikTok that’s blown

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up for quality tips on all things serums, sunscreen, makeup and more - but there is a serious shift in the way we view skincare and makeup than we did before.

Emphasis is now being placed on healthy glowing skin rather than concealing imperfections with caked-on makeup. To lessen the appearance of wrinkles, promote blood circulation and give faces that “snatched” look, facial yoga, gua sha, crystal rollers and more are the natural remedies people are opting for in place of cosmetic surgery. Of course, a more streamlined makeup routine sporting unruly brows, gloss in place of matte lipstick, and lots of blush for that flushed youthful look should follow suit as healthy skin needs very little to look its best.

Slow living According to the website, Think With Google, “the “slow living” trend has been growing exponentially on YouTube and is closely associated with popular themes of simple living and minimalism. Our teams dug deep into viewing habits and found a stunning 4X increase in views of videos with ‘slow living’ in the title in 2020 compared to 2019.” Living

in a buzzing world that’s continuously evolving and changing can be a challenge for those who prefer to take things at their own pace. With working from home now a part of our new normal, there more room in our lives to take things slow. An ideal way to turn off the chaos, this lifestyle encourages a slower approach to aspects of everyday life. Whether that be spending less time on social media, being more mindful, spending time in the outdoors and taking up new hobbies – find an approach that works to make life feel like it is in your control and not something that just flits past.

Sleep-care From a stronger immune system to lower stress levels, better mood and reducing the risk of developing diabetes and heart disease – it would seem that having a restful night really can improve your quality of life. As the root cause of many of our day to day qualms, people are investing more in their sleep than ever before.

According to Pinterest, bedtime routines will be more luxurious than ever. From sleep yoga to matching pyjama sets and essential oil diffusers, people are incorporating greater intention into nighttime routines.

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