This guide offers helpful tips to avoid burnout and embrace a slower, more fulfilling pace:
1. Listen to Your Body and Mind:
Our bodies and minds communicate their needs through stress, procrastination, and exhaustion. Instead of pushing through these signs, recognize them as an opportunity for rest. Take a break, breathe deeply, and prioritize self-care activities.
2. Redefine Your Value:
The "hustle culture" can make us feel like our worth is tied to how much we achieve. But you are inherently valuable, regardless of your productivity. Reconnect with what truly matters to you, beyond work. Spend time with loved ones, pursue hobbies, and nurture your personal growth.
3. Celebrate Every Step:
Reward yourself for taking care of yourself, not just for completing tasks. Take a relaxing bath, listen to your favorite music, or enjoy a moment in nature. These small acts of self-care are essential for your well-being and can even boost your long-term productivity.
Remember, checking off boxes on your to-do list is satisfying, but checking in with yourself is even more rewarding. By prioritizing rest and honoring your needs, you'll be better equipped to tackle any challenge and shine brightly in all aspects of life.
With Love, Purpose + Gratitude!
Shawnelle
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Commence the journey within your mind. Amidst annual reflections, embrace self-compassion, softening the echoes of your inner critic. Cultivate gratitude, savoring moments of comfort and joy, fostering a habit that elevates happiness. Take charge of your own happiness, becoming a nurturing force unto yourself. Acts of self-kindness ripple outward, forming a gratifying habit of kindness towards others.
Discover the gift of small movements and gentle touch. End your day by placing hands on your chest, breathing deeply, and incorporating the calming touch of Sacred Tonic. Engage in a 5/5/5/5 box breathing technique to center yourself. (Inhale/hold/whale/hold - repeat)
Extend this energy to your face, cradling your cheeks with the added luxury of Ageless Skin Serum. Infuse our reiki-charged products to shift your energy to a tranquil state, opening your heart and mind to appreciate simple moments.
Ageless Skin Serum (10ML, 30ML, 50ML)
Sacred Tonic (50ML,100ML)
Introduce a mindfulness ritual to impart positive lessons and moments of happiness into your new year. Soften your approach and add a sprinkle of fun to daily rituals. Tie in gratitude and small movements to create moments for absorption. Whether it's smiling in the mirror, daydreaming during your day, or relishing a recent laugh, carve out little moments regularly.
We embark on this new year and journey with hope. Should you choose to include our Ageless Skin Serum, Sacred Tonic or any PbAO favorites in your mindfulness practice, kindly pay your experience forward through an image, video review, or email.
Our reiki-charged products, with carefully selected essential oils, offer a myriad of healing properties and aromatherapeutic benefits. Discover the bounty of benefits our essential oils provide in the ingredient section for each product.
(Hover over the ingredient icon in the Key Ingredients section on each product page to learn more.)
Wishing you enduring love and joy in this transformative year!
With Purpose + Gratitude,
Shawnelle
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Peppermint oil is great for awakening the senses, boosting your mood, supporting memory and digestion. Not only is this essential oil great for keeping your space bright and fresh, but will also benefit you during allergy + flu season, as it also works to clear nasal passages. Just add a few drops to a tissue and inhale! You can also add peppermint oil to a hot bath or apply to your chest while you sleep. If using topically, always make sure to dilute this oil with water (and a drop of oil) or a carrier oil, like olive, jojoba or coconut, because applying peppermint oil or any essential oil by itself can cause irritation. Peppermint oil is also known to repel unwanted pests. Add a few drops to a cotton ball and place in areas where pests tend to pop up or use in a spray bottle with water around perimeters to ward off spiders, ants, bugs, and even mice!
Orange oil is another necessary addition to any household, as it can replace harsh chemicals as a non-toxic alternative. Simply mix a couple drops of orange oil with water, vinegar, or baking soda. The mix can tackle almost any stain or greasy dish, and keeps your house smelling like summer. For those with a green thumb, orange oil is also a great natural pesticide. Dilute with water and a dash of dish soap and spray onto your plants to keep them safe from hungry pests.
Lavender is the most popular essential oil, and for good reason. The calming aroma eases your muscles and mind from any tension brought about during your day. Having trouble sleeping? Lavender oil is known to aid insomnia. Add to your sheets or pillow before bed to encourage deep slumber. Take it one step further by soaking in a long hot, lavender oil bath before your nightly routine. Another trick we can’t live without is using lavender oil to diminish the smell of odiferous shoes or freshen up your linen drawers. Sprinkle some drops on a cotton ball and place it in the back of a clothing drawer or into your running shoes after a sweaty run.
Frankincense is known for its ability to soothe asthma and congestion with its anti-inflammatory properties. Add a few drops of Frankincense to a bowl or cup of steaming hot water and inhale. It is the ultimate relaxation essential oil. If you are looking to decompress after a hard day, we suggest adding Frankincense to your list of essential oils for your diffuser.
Essential oils are perfect natural remedies and replacements for harsh cleaning chemicals. Although sold in small quantities, a little goes a long way with these oils and they will last over a myriad of uses.
We at PRESTIDGE beauté recognize the necessity for employing essential oils in our day-to-day lives which is why they present so prominently as the leading healing properties in our products.
Our superhero, Ageless Skin Serum, is enhanced by the ultimate serenity duo – Lavender and Frankincense, in concert with our unparalleled transformative blend, combining aromatherapy and skincare to create a simple yet effective staple in your valuable me-time.
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude
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Make a plan to collectively put your phones away for the day and get outside!
Give yourself one day of no media, emails, or distractions - your mind needs all the rest it can get. Begin your digital detox in the morning with journaling, a meditation or gratitude practice instead of social media, emails or headlines.
Continue the day with sunshine and staying active (temperature permitting), whether it’s with a walk, hike or swim. Make sure to end your day with proper hydration + relaxation. Run a bath, read a few chapters of your book or even start a new one! Give yourself + your brain the rest it deserves before the rush of " back-to-work and back-to-school" schedules.
It’s time to take a mental inventory of what is and isn’t working in your day to day routine.
Ask yourself these few questions:
What can I cleanse from my life?
What has and hasn’t been bringing me joy?
Is there any unnecessary stress or feeling of weight in my life?
Has there been something blocking me from a goals?
Are my relationships fulfilling me?
Write these down in a journal or a notepad as a physical reminder to get them out of your head and onto paper to be deliberated. You can better strategize what steps you need to take to eliminate any unnecessary stresses or toxicity in your life.
Start with adding more antioxidants into your diet, such as hydrogen-rich ph 9.5 electrolyzed reduced water, which offers 80% hydration absorption and rids your body of acidosis to put you into homeostasis - your bodies natural ability to heal itself. Try adding more artichokes, brussel sprouts, beets, grapefruit + blackberries as a great addition to your summer meals to amplify the waters ability to rid your body of toxins.
Take advantage of local farmer’s markets. Buying local produce not only supports small businesses but is better for your body, typically free of harmful pesticides, and creates fewer carbon emissions!
Water can truly transform your skin, energy levels, and overall health significantly.
Recently, Shawnelle (our CEO and founder of Prestidge Beauté) invested in a Kangen Water K8 machine (a water ionizer - not a filter), which is a Japanese certified medical water device that creates electrolyzed reduced water (EWR) which is Hydrogen-rich antioxidant water that immediately hydrates your body + organs and produces Alykalized (not chemically-altered alkaline) water - ranging in Ph from 2.5 to 11.5. It's been widely used in hospitals in Japan and Europe for 48 years to treat patients, use in health protocols, and to disinfect (instead of using harmful chemicals).
This fountain-of-youth water has not only eradicated her ankle arthritis (she wakes up and moves pain-free now), vastly improved her gut health (eliminating her stubborn lower menopausal toxic belly fat - yes you read the correctly), and it has incredibly cleared her brain fog too - all within a couple of weeks of daily consumption!
Click the link to learn more about the benefits of Kangen Water, and catch up and follow Shawnelle's healing journey and mission on her personal instagram - @slpbeaute
It’s time to exfoliate!
The perfect DIY exfoliator that only needs to be used one to two times a week resides in your kitchen - sodium bicarbonate - aka baking soda - yep - that's right! You can create a gentle, yet effective facial scrub by mixing 3 parts baking soda with one part water (or add it to your cleanser). Use gentle circular motions on your face neck and decollete, and rinse with warm water. Your skin will feel like a babies bottom and it will smooth and refine the skins texture and reduce pore size.
After detoxifying your skin you can further hydrate and revive your skin with healthy clean ingredients!
Ditch anything in your cabinets made from synthetic fragrances, parabens, phthalates, and other harsh chemicals. It’s time to nourish your skin with organic, natural ingredients that will actually make a difference.
We recommend starting with our Sacred Tonic. This refreshing botanical blend works to lock in skin’s moisture while soothing + revitalizing. To follow, our Ageless Skin Serum (referred to by users as a “a magic wand for your skin”) restores, revives, and rebalances - leaving you with a bouyant radiant glow. To soothe any spots that need a little more love or an added boost of moisture, add the Healing Salve, our reiki-charged, cell regenerative botanical salve proven to heal anything from scars and bruises to dry skin, rashes and even acne.
Try these detox tips regularly to remind your skin and yourself that you are a vibrant, radiant force!
With Love, Purpose + Gratitude
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Devastating news has rattled our country once again, stripping us of a sense of comfort, ease, and belonging here. In order to not slip into feelings of hopelessness, we must look further than our normal coping tactics to empower ourselves and others around us. Today we will share a few ways in which you can fortify the power you already have.
Words of support or acknowledgement can lift the feeling of solitude and bring us close to those around us. A simple text or call goes a long way, letting someone know you are thinking of them and vice versa. Not only can this help you both feel more grounded, it can bring back a sense of comfort knowing you aren’t alone in this.
During periods of uncertainty or bad news, all social media platforms are blown up with conflicting information in the form of news coverage, infographics, and personal posts. It is important to not lose sight of what you believe but to also seek sources that you know are accurate and give the whole story, not just one side.
Staying properly informed allows you to have difficult conversations without becoming emotionally charged or blinded by your own judgments. Share resources with others in a mindful way and remember that your voice matters.
You can’t pour from an empty cup. Scrolling for hours and watching countless news coverage sites, talking with others, maybe even having an argument here and there, is draining - mentally and emotionally. Yes, we want to support others during a difficult time, but it is important to support yourself and listen to your own needs, as well. You will have a greater impact if you are rested, recharged, and focused.
Nourish your body with fueling foods and allow your brain a break by reading a book, taking a nap, or watching your comfort TV show. Extend your wellness ritual to include time to meditate, pamper yourself with a hot bath, or just sit by yourself.
Reiki-charged objects like PbAOs skincare line with soothing essential oils helps the mind and the body to settle. Allow your thoughts and feelings to float freely during this period so that you can process the day’s events and avoid becoming overwhelmed.
When the world around us seems to be falling apart, one of the best ways to offer help is to share accurate information and sources for others to utilize. Join communities that uplift you and help you become the best version of yourself.
You can find groups online through Facebook or Instagram by searching keywords in the search bar OR look locally. Once you join one, make sure to extend the invitation to others! Realizing that our own voices matter is seemingly impossible in a world of billions utilizing social media platforms; however, you never know who you can impact with just your voice.
Our founder/ CEO Shawnelle Prestidge recently joined an incredible women-led group focused on educating and empowering women by leading the way to financial freedom through a life coaching movement and strategy courses to support success. If you are interested in this, you can follow Shawnelle’s journey on her Instagram @slpbeaute or ask questions through our email glow@prestidgebeaute.com.
Progress is not always linear. Be gentle and patient with yourself and others, as everyone is affected differently by certain situations. Continue to encourage and instill confidence in yourself and those around you, and hopefully, in time, our ripples will turn into waves.
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude
]]>What is Vibrational energy?
Every object or living thing emits energy that vibrates at a certain frequency. This energy is something that we naturally sense and react to. As we become more familiar with the energy not only surrounding us but that we emit and absorb, we can adjust or deflect accordingly.
Here comes into play the Law of Attraction, a philosophy suggesting that we attract the energy we put into the universe. For example: if you find yourself around people that complain more than motivate you, or in a work environment that drains you more than inspires you - you will only meet and reflect the energy that is being released.
If you are feeling down and vibrating at a low frequency, you may feel as though bad luck follows you, motivation and inspiration has been lacking, brain fog and unnecessary irritation is more frequent, or you hear yourself complaining a bit more than is ideal.
Attracting good things will only happen if you are vibrating at a high frequency; only then will you attract similar energy.
So, how can you raise your vibrational frequency?
Explore Reiki
Reiki – an energy based healing technique used to reduce stress and anxiety, ease muscles, and promote relaxation.
While energy constantly flows through our body, it can, at times, get stuck in places of injury or emotional pain. This build up of energy can cause many negative reactions such as irritation, mental and physical fatigue, anxiety, or restlessness. In return, our bodies begin to only flow negative energy instead of positive. Reiki is the practice of transferring positive energy directly to those affected areas, unblocking the build up of negative energy and restarting the flow of positive energy.
Benefits of Reiki: stimulate the body’s immune system, instant relaxation, relieve pain, reduces stress, lifts spirits, increase in energy, eases tension
You can invite Reiki into your life by either booking a Reiki practitioner for a session or invest in Reiki-charged objects. Much like a practitioner transfers positive energy into a client, they can transfer that energy into objects that people can carry or use at home.
All of our PbAO products are Reiki charged by our founder - a professional Reiki practitioner, so your skincare ritual is far more than just a skin routine. Complemented by soothing essential oils carefully curated to target stress, your skincare regimen with Reiki-charged PbAO products will have a similar effect as a 10 minute meditation, raising your spirits and your vibrational frequency.
Fuel your body with high vibrational foods.
Heavy, processed foods are tempting and accessible but they end up only making us tired and feeling weighed down. Instead, start incorporating high vibrational foods such as these to lift your frequency:
Nutritious foods will motivate both your mind and your body! Now that 10 minute walk won’t feel like a chore, but something to look forward to.
Try some breathing techniques.
Practicing controlled breathing will help you recognize your vibration and offer you a chance to clear your head. Think of these practices as purifying your body of low frequency vibrations with each exhale, and breathing in new energy.
Technique 1: First, block your right nostril. Inhale for 4 seconds through your left nostril. Then, block the left nostril and exhale for 8 seconds through your right. This method will slow down and control your breathing. Allow your breath to replicate a gush of wind, sweeping any anxiety or stress out of your head and body and through that right nostril.
Technique 2: Inhale and imagine you are inflating your lower belly, then let the air expand to your rib cage and up to your collarbone and shoulders. While exhaling, feel the breath go down back down, maybe touching tense points along your spine. Imagine the breath and negativity exiting through your belly button. Use each breath to fill your entire body, target any areas that you may feel pressure, and release that tension out through a long exhale.
Let things go.
Forgiving yourself and others is one of the most powerful tools in raising your vibrational frequency. Replaying troubling situations leads to holding onto negative emotions towards someone or something. The negativity builds up over time, lowering you away from the higher vibrational energy you seek. Facing emotional situations can be scary. Once you make peace with circumstances and people involved, you can begin to heal and move forward.
Making these minimal shifts in your daily routine can ignite an exciting rippling effect for you and others. You will feel lighter in all aspects of your life, regarding money, life goals, relationships, and whatever else has been burdening you. A greater sense of control will fall over your life and inspiration will flow in.
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude
]]>How may we embrace this pull back into adventure and passion?
Maybe you feel most youthful when your skin is hydrated and smooth, as fresh as a post-sea swim. Perhaps it’s the minor scrapes and bruises you wear as a badge of honor from a difficult hike or excursion, similar to those of romping and roaming as a youngster, and the soothing feeling of a salve applied by a doting parent. Using what nature has to offer is the best way to get back into those blissful feelings of youth and the fresh perspective they bring.
Step 1: Just like when you were a child, it should only takes a few of the right products for your skin to look + feel youthful.
Simplicity is the key.
Despite the barrage of videos and blogs out there pushing a 6-10 product regimen, this can actually end up doing more harm than good, especially if they’re full of toxic fillers and chemicals. Investing in just a few squeaky-clean superlative, genuinely beneficial products eliminates the need for a cabinet full of ineffectual products.
Natural and organic products have been on the uptrend for a reason. People have realized that getting back to basics - healthy, nutrient-dense ingredients - provides better outcomes for you AND the environment. Our Ageless Skin Serum is the perfect example of how one product with unparalleled ingredients can supply your skin with essential nutrients necessary for producing glowing, nourished skin without a 10 step process. Ease your conscience knowing your skin looks amazing while saving your wallet, time + the planet. Apply it after cleansing to achieve the perfect, radiant glow. You will not only feel a noticeable difference in your skin, but in your confidence, be it on a hike or dining at your favorite Gastro Pub.
Ingredients: Argania spinos (Argan) Oil, Oenothera biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Punica granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil, Essential Oils: Rosa canina (Rosehips) Co2 Total, Hippophae rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Co2 Total, Daucus carota (Carrot) Seed Oil, Cananga odorata (YlangYlang), Citrus aurantium (Neroli), Helichrysum italicum (Immortelle), Olibanum (Frankincense), Santalum spicatum (Sandalwood), Lavandula angustifolia / Lavandula officianalis (Lavender), Rosa Damascena (Rose), Pelargonium graveolens (Geranium), Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)
Step 2: Take on any element.
Is any great adventure truly possible without a few, scrapes, bruises, or even a sunburn along the way? Half of the fun is the story behind these memorable momentos. As a child, they were new trophies of our triumphs. As adults, we acknowledge that we have acquired enough of these “trophies” at this point, so, soothing them is our first priority. For quick relief of severely dry skin, bug bites, bruise, scrape, or rash, the Healing Salve is deemed a “miracle salve” by our clientele for a reason. In mere hours, you can see a noticeable difference in appearance and relief in the affected area.
The Sacred Tonic is similar in its soothing ways. Prepare your skin for extra long days on the trail or use the tonic to recuperate your skin from a fun day in the pool. Additionally, you can also use this tonic to naturally set your makeup. The Sacred Tonic works to draw in hydration to help quench thirsty skin. The heavenly, botanical scent also aids in renewal of spirit.
Sacred Tonic: Natural (Distilled Water), hamamelis virginiana Alcohol-Free (Witch Hazel), Pelargonium graveolens (Rose Geranium) Hydrosol, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera), Vodka, Organic Essential Oils: Cananga odorata (Ylang Ylang), Pelargonium (Geranium), Lavandula angustifolia / lavandula officianalis (Lavender), Cymbopogon martinii (Palmarosa)
Healing Salve: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Cera Alba (Beeswax), Vitellaria Paradoxa (Shea Butter), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Oil), Sesamum Indicum (Sesame Oil), Essential Oils Of: Cymbopogon Martinii (Palmarosa), Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange), Cymbopogon (Lemongrass), Lavandula (Lavender), Punica Granatum (Pomegranate), Boswellia (Frankincense), Citrus Aurantiifolia (Lime), Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum)
Step 3 : Top it off with youthful, hydrated lips.
No summer handbag or backpack is complete without a lip balm. Remember your childhood flavored chapsticks that you could not get enough of? Our Lip Repair is the refined older sister to these youthful lip aids. The heavenly aroma and satisfying texture will soothe your sun exposed-chapped, wind-whipped lips after long summer days of heat and laughter.
Ingredients: Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Beeswax, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Vitellaria paradox (Shea Butter), Punica granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil, Organic Blend of Essential Oils: Cymbopogon (Lemongrass), Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange), Citrus aurantifolia (Lime Peel), Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary), Daucus carota, (Carrot Seed)
Nature brings us back to who we are and away from our screens, social media, work schedules, and life drama. It reminds us of our curiosity and courageousness, our need for adventure and fun. The emotions stirred by warmer weather encourage us to open our minds to explore unknown paths that we encounter in life. We heal both physically and mentally, giving our minds and bodies a respite from the cacophony of society.
Explore the outdoors this summer knowing you have all of the earth's essentials meant to aid in your healing and happiness with you at all times.
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude
]]>Some days you are on top of the world as you fly through tasks, while other days you stray towards procrastination and zoning out, resulting in guilt over your “inability” to be productive. Aiden Harper, creator of The European Work Week Shrinkage Campaign, mentions that this cycle “creates the assumption that the only value we have as human beings is our productivity capability - our ability to work, rather than our humanity.” Meaning that instead of focusing on our triumphs as humans, we get stuck on society’s dependence on productivity.
However, not everything you do has to fall under the categories of “productive” or “unproductive.”
The recent pandemic has had a huge impact on the way people view their time. It showed us the true power of rest. People started to re-evaluate their values, some changed career paths, other’s found inspiration and motivation from hobbies they never even knew existed. Now that the pace of “regular life” is picking back up, we want to help you avoid burnout and ease back into it.
Recognize when you need rest.
A notion that seems most obvious but is justifiably the hardest to accomplish. Signs that your body and mind need rest come across as procrastination, zoning out, stress over small things, no motivation, forgetfulness, or lack of sleep. The worst cycle that many of us enter into is feeling guilty for these signs and pushing ourselves harder to overcome them. Instead of feeling guilty, switch gears to make a mental note of the situation and proceed with some self-care throughout the remainder of your day.
Re-evaluate what you value.
The “hustle” culture is a term that has been evident through the decades but glamorized over the last few years. It promotes Aiden Harper’s previously mentioned theory that we value ourselves based on productivity rather than "human-ness". It refers to the cycle of overworking while keeping up the facade that you are LOVING every minute of it. Your motto is: you don’t stop if you are tired, you stop when you’re done. Whether or not your work reflects this, you may have days where life and work overlap and your mindset edges towards that motto. If you find yourself relating to this more than you would like; reset and re-evaluate. When was the last time you had lunch with friends? What was the last thing you did for YOU and your wellbeing? Personal growth, self-care, and time are just as important, and deeply beneficial to career growth.
Reward yourself now, not later.
While it’s good to set a reward as motivation after working towards a goal - make sure not to deprive yourself of moments when you need rest. You don’t need an excuse to take care of yourself, self care is NOT something you earn but something you deserve at any moment of the day.
Checking off work related boxes is relieving, but think of how rewarding it will feel when you check off boxes that involve taking care of yourself. Next time you find yourself feeling guilty of resting when you should be working, remind yourself of these 3 things and remember that everyone deserves to take a moment to themselves, to relax, to rest, and reset.
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude!
]]>Now, forming new, “positive” habits is no easy feat, particularly with social media thrusting unattainable ideals at us that encourage self-doubt and unhealthy comparisons. The most important part of habit forming is understanding the structure and psychology behind habits and properly rewarding yourself to make your routine pleasurable and gratifying.
E L I M I N A T E F R I C T I O N
Part of the difficulty of ingraining new habits is the looming presence of procrastination. Once we begin to associate this new addition to our already packed schedule as a additional task to be done, motivation quickly begins to wither, and avoidance begins to take root. So how do we steer clear of falling into this unproductive pattern and, instead, promote motivation?
Eliminate any obstacles or “frictions” that make it harder to get from point A to point B. Once our brain begins to recognize obstacles such as timing, placement, or energy — the new exciting addition to our routine suddenly seems like a longer, more difficult journey than we would like. So the solution is to remove any distractions, or parts of the equation that can cause any sort of hesitation to the task at hand. Before you know it, a more seamless route will then begin to reveal itself. For example, if you are trying to reduce your processed sweets intake, place a bowl of your favorite fruit in a beautiful bowl in the center of your fridge or table. Instead of being lured down the path of searching for something sugary, you remove that temptation by providing immediate gratification with something sweet but nourishing.
E S T A B L I S H C U E S
The best way to make habits last longer is by making them an unconscious decision. We are creatures of habit - everyone has their own schedule. From your morning ritual to the routes you take, every person has their own timeline that is made up of unconscious choices. They are considered moments of comfort and stability — whether healthy or not. By pinpointing these moments we can begin to establish cues.
A cue is anything from location, to time of day, to your last action. This can look like your morning coffee, the time that you typically have lunch, or the way you settle in at home after work. Choose a cue that you know you rely on everyday, and follow it with the new habit you’ve been trying to keep. For example: your skincare ritual might be your cue to then do 15 minutes of stretching or meditation after. The first few times the cue is a reminder and the stretching and meditating that comes after will slowly become an unconscious action.
T E M P T A T I O N B U N D L I N G
The reason bad habits become so easily instilled in our daily lives is because they result in immediate rewards. Unfortunately, good habits do tend to take a little more time to form than bad ones. Going to the gym or eating healthier do provide results over time, and with more time - better results. However, the wait for gratification makes it harder for us to keep motivation and morale high enough to continue. The lack of motivation over time is where choosing your own reward comes into play.
Bundling our new habits with a beneficial but compelling treat that we only get while or after completing the routine, helps retrieve feelings of motivation and excitement caused by the hit of dopamine “the feel good - reward” chemical released in our brains. For example: only listening to your favorite audio book or podcast when you exercise - this makes you itch to get to your next workout to find out where that cliff-hanger left off!
The first few months of the new year are exciting because we get to evaluate ourselves and strive towards a future self. We understand new habits and resolutions can be hard to maintain and easy to lose throughout the year. We hope that these few tips will prolong your new year resolutions or inspire you to create new ones!
With Purpose, Love + Gratitude!
Our mind races through topics both past and present. We pick apart conversations we’ve had, difficult situations we’ve endured, and it presents a never ending loop of doubt and stress. We’ve all had our collective share of uncertainty, and know uncertainty breeds anxiety.
So to ease your wandering mind and help get you back to the REM sleep you so deserve, we wanted to share our most revered techniques that we practice with great regularity.
Living a Forgiving Life: Mind + Body
It often comes down to the moments that we simply didn’t have enough time to process what just happened and to practice forgiveness: both with ourselves + others. It’s one of the hardest concepts to master - but one we can start to become more in control of every day.
We can practice with small moments - forgiving that person that may or may not have "stolen your parking spot or cut you off" - giving yourself a moment to recognize the situation, viewing it from a neutral perspective, and the hardest part- forgiving them in that very moment. Anger can quickly take over in these instances but fortunately Harvard Health came up with helpful tools in the form of a simple acronym: REACH.
RECALL
EMPATHIZE
ALTRUISTIC GIFT
COMMIT
HOLD
Recall the moment objectively. Stray from viewing the person or event in a negative light or lowering yourself into a hole of self pity.
Empathize within the moment. Acknowledge your feelings as well as the others involved. Many times, the situation is a reaction to outside variables and is not personal. Everybody deals with their emotions differently, unfortunately some people resort to lashing out at others when they are hurt or triggered. So put yourself in their shoes for a moment.
Altruistic gift. Recognize moments in which you reacted poorly but were forgiven. This recognition helps us realize that forgiveness is an altruistic gift that we can offer to others.
Commit yourself to forgiveness. Frankly, it just feels good to both forgive and be forgiven. Revel in that feeling for a moment...savor it...stretch it out until it completely washes over you.
Hold on to that act of forgiveness, because many times, even though we’ve moved on, our restless nights can sway this act back to negative emotions - especially when we're exhausted.
Holding onto forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps. This is why we like to incorporate sensory elements to help with memory.
During these moments of emotional distress, gentle touch and calming scents can help redirect you.
Ground yourself. Put both feet on the ground while in a sitting position: This will bring you back to the moment, halting your mind from running wild.
Press on your temples: This redirects your tension from your head, easing the eyes and jaw.
Place your hand on your heart and count your heart beats: This brings your attention back to your body and present moment- allowing you to take a step back from the situation with a clear mind.
Recall how it feels to let the uplifting act of being forgiven or forgiving another wash over you again as you slip back under the covers and into a sound slumber.
Introducing a calming essence can help relax and pull you back into the moment, shifting your emotions from negative to positive.
When these restless nights occur, reach over to your bedside table for the comforting aromatics of your Ageless Skin Serum. With key ingredients that target anxiety and tension, the product is reiki-charged to ease your unsettled mind and body, bringing you back to that safe space where you can use your R.E.A.C.H method and get back to bed with clarity and peace of mind.
These powerful essential oils, as with all ingredients included in Ageless Skin Serum
carry a multitude of skin + spirit lifting benefits.
overwhelmed, pressured, and emotionally drained.
A study revealed that most stressors come from lack of time, overcommercialization, family get-togethers, and you guessed it- gift giving pressure.
The pressures arise when we get to the people who are the hardest to shop for.
+ The one with impeccable taste that’s intimidating to shop for
+ The eco-conscious one who wants to skip the excess and keep it simple
+ The friend who "doesn't want anything"
+ The one who’s always on the go
+ The unexpected guest
Luckily it doesn't have to be that challenging! We happen to have a solution for them all.
It combines the gift of an elevated experience, gratitude practice, and lasting wellness.
These offerings are gifts that truly keep on giving. Because beyond the holiday season, gifts that encourage the continued celebration of self care for our loved ones are the most meaningful gifts of all.
The ultimate gift set, (or gift-yourself set), for the luxury skincare-lover. This set contains the entire lineup, giving your face and body the PbAO superstar skincare treatment from start to finish.
Ageless Skin Serum (30mL) - Sacred Tonic (60mL) - Healing Salve (15mL) - Lip Repair (5mL) - Under Amour Deodorant (15mL)
Our most popular set that’s made up of our top three Best Sellers all in one set - bundled to give you more for less!
Ageless Skin Serum (10mL) - Sacred Tonic (60mL) - Healing Salve (15mL)
All our sets contain ultra-healing organic and wild harvested ingredients + the power of Reiki healing + aromatherapy - inviting an opportunity to reset your mood or jump into action with radiant energy.
+ with kids
+ who travel
+ who love an adventure
Ageless Skin Serum (10mL) - Healing Salve (15mL)
For the globe trotter or executive mom who’s seemingly always in motion. This set lets you seamlessly take the refillable low-profile Do-It-All serum with you while leaving the larger size at home.
Ageless Skin Serum (30mL) - Ageless Skin Serum (10mL)
One of the greatest gifts you can give this year is to encourage a daily wellness ritual in someone's life. Our sets are bundled to give more while saving your wallet. They’re minimal, transformative, and nourish both your skin + spirit with their reiki-healing and plant botanicals. A gift that everyone will deeply appreciate - that won’t disappoint.
Skin Salvation Set (Bebé) - For the conscious-consumer
Ageless Skin Serum (1mL) - Healing Salve (15mL)
Skin Sojourn Set - For the frequent traveler...
Ageless Skin Serum (1mL) - Under Amour Deodorant (15mL)
- Lip Repair (5mL)
Sacred Tonic (50mL)- Ageless Skin Serum (10mL) - Healing Salve (15mL
Even those with a "normal" or “oily” skin type can experience painful dry patches - even cracking, and an overall parched lack-luster appearance. Those prone to ezcema, psoriosis, and overall skin imbalances, struggle even more in the winter, which can result in purchasing steriods, antibiotics, and other harmful artificial ingredients. Those who are acne-prone might experience more breakouts, and reach for chemicals that ultimately only further dry out their skin to commonly painful effect.
New York City-based dermatologist Joshua Zeichner explained to Allure "Rapid fluctuations in weather can take its toll on our skin as it adjusts to the new environment. For example, as we shift from summer to fall, temperature and humidity will drop quickly, so the skin will have to work harder to maintain adequate hydration as cold weather and wind start to kick in."
Bitter and arid climates typically cause us uninvited physical pain in the form of irritating itchy and dry splitting skin, which can steal that spring in our step and result in a drop in mood + confidence. These conditions can prove to be costly as we endlessly seek a soothing “fix", that usually lead to a spending frenzy, with little to no relief.
Finding a skincare ritual that truly works - that ticks all the boxes of a conscious consumer - that you can use all year round, may seem like fairy tale, but it's actually a much simpler reality than previously thought. Here we lay out 3 seamless enjoyable steps.
Layer layer layer!
While we layer our sweaters, scarves and coats our skin is often left out of the equation but needs similar protection!
1. We recommend starting your layering ritual with Sacred Tonic - our hydrating humectant - to both attract water to & lock it in - helping to quench your thirsty skin & help combat seasonal dehydration.
2. Following this aromatherapeutic prep-step, we then introduce our superlative Ageless Skin Serum. This multi-tasking plant-based oil rebalances your dry skin, flooding it with it’s deeply moisturizing properties. It's the foundational part of our winter skin ritual, that you should be using all year round, as it corrects a myriad of skin concerns, and works for all skin types. The trick is upping your daily dosage to accommodate your skins changing needs. It’s been deemed a “miracle” serum by our devoted customers for good reason!
3. Lastly, like a parka for your face, generously cover your skin with our aptly named Healing Salve as the final moisture-retaining layer. Created to accelerate the healing process for ailments such as eczema, acne, rosacea to abrasions, cuts and chafing. It brilliantly works to protect your skin against the harsh winter air by creating a protective skin barrier. Simultaneously, with the generous addition of Palmarosa, Frankincense and Galbanum - it’s busy rapidly promoting cell-regeneration for your delicate skin while soothing it from the unavoidable elements.
BUNDLE UP + BUNDLE YOUR SKINCARE (to save face + wallet!)
All our skincare bundles are inherently discounted, but you can save EVEN MORE by subscribing to a monthly/weekly/totally custom delivery timeframe.
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OTHER TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR SKIN SUPPLE
Switch to a gentler cleansing + caring ritual. Step away from exfoliating as often, particularly with abrasive exfoliants.
Pro Tip: Add a dime sized amount of baking soda to you cleanser 1-2 x's a week and work into the entire face, neck and décolletage, and let sit for 1-3 minutes. I LOVE doing this in the shower! Get ready to experience the baby soft texture.
Try an oil based cleanser, or a cleanser specifically targeted to keeping the skin moisturized.
When showering + cleansing your face, avoid scorching hot water (even if it feels great), as this can further exacerbate already dry skin - even when following all other steps perfectly!
]]>Regardless of your aesthetic - ensuring the most tranquil bathroom experience really just comes down to clutter - or lack there of. We've heard it over and over again: your vanity is overflowing with lotions, tonics, sprays, treatments, masks and more ( and endless Social Media posts even glamorize this kind of excess). This overwhelming heap of products actually just creates visual agitation leading to an increase in your cortisol levels which leads to added stress (according to psychologists), and you aren't even sure if you've even used most of them in the past 6 months. You've grown tired of making trips to the Container Store and scrolling through Pinterest to try to inspire some sort of organization inspiration.
You feel frustrated and confused, and even with all these products - your skin isn't improving. You sadly just can't seem to relocate your confidence, and you've spent so much time and money, and created tons of excess waste in your wake.
The simplest solution to this endless clutter would be to address all the unnecessary products. The lineup at the bathroom sink isn't visually doing your vanity presentation any justice. Our favorite clutter-be-gone queen, Marie Kondo, said it best. If it doesn't "spark joy", toss it out.
Toss 'em out + downsize!
We partake in our regimen at least twice a day. Skincare should be like a hug you give to yourself - little golden drops of comfort and peace. Not a multiple step program that you dread and often skip. Turning your burdensome routine into a joyful ritual that you covet will simultaneously introduce meaningful change to your mood, it'll also produce a new zen-like vanity.
With our "One-and-Done" Ageless Skin Serum, you wont need the oversized vanity, 3 tiered shelf, and half your desk dedicated to housing your skincare products. We understand the desire for more, more, and still more...we have all fallen victim of this! But when given an option to get so much more with far less - there's only one clear choice! Created to replace all your lotions, potions, and treatments - Ageless Skin Serum is the one product specifically formulated for your delicate eye area, face, and neck. It has everything your skin needs in a single bottle and nothing it doesn't!
Clear your cabinet + start fresh with reiki charged 'liquid gold' Ageless Skin Serum! Replace your eye cream/serum , anti-aging treatments, moisturizer, oils, vitamin A + C, and even your daily UV protection. You can LITERALLY do away all of those products, because all you need is Ageless Skin Serum! Not only will your skin + space be cleared + freshened, your skin will be the very best version of itself!
Clear space + Clear skin = Clear mind!
Be g e n t l e & k i n d to not only your skin, but to your space + yourself.
It provides consistent inspiration to your wellness journey, while harmonizing with other meaningful parts of our daily lives.
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Luckily, there are plenty of daily practices that we can adapt to remedy and repair our summer skin as we ease into the changes of the coming season. In this blog article, I breakdown how to take precautionary steps and show you how to optimize your lifestyle to preserve healthy balanced skin no matter what the season.
HEAL WHAT AILS YOU WITH HEALING SALVE
Our unmatched, reiki-charged, cell regenerative blend of organic nutrient-rich botanicals that make up this aptly named salve, have been proven to encourage rapid healing in a myriad of ailments such as acne, rosacea, eczema, cuts, scrapes, bug bites, rashes, dermatitis, fungal infections, bruises, chafed skin, burns, scars, cold sores-you name it-in record time on our real life clients.
Healing Salve may also help to quell symptoms of arthritis, muscular cramps & spasms, and inhibit microbial, bacterial & fungal growth.
1. Blemish Eraser
Increased humidity, fluctuating temperatures, and UV exposure + environmental pollutants can all wreak havoc on your skin causing it to be stripped of necessary hydration and moisture. Enjoy our simple step-by step tips to rebalance your skin!
2. Burn Soother
3. Dry Skin Nourisher
4. Bug Bite Blaster
5. Rash Mender
5. Natural SPF
HOW TO USE HEALING SALVE
1. Simply apply it to the affected area, and appropriately work it into the skin. The more frequent the use, the faster you'll experience results. (*BEST results are achieve when used in tandem with an AM/PM Ageless Skin Serum ritual)
2. You can expect to see redness fade within minutes, acne and blemishes disappear within days, and rashes, cuts, and scrapes heal in record time.
3. Makeup can be applied over the Healing Salve when used on the face—it absorbs beautifully rendering a primed-perfect texture.
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Generously spritz with Sacred Tonic - which is a water attracting humectant. Our heavenly organic tonic, described as an "unsung hero" by PbAO customers, hydrates, tones, revitalizes tired skin, and notably shifts your energy—inviting an elevated state of being!
This layering technique is typically all that is needed to bring your skin into radiant buoyant balance - unless you live in frigid or arid regions, we then recommend moving to step 3 below.
Always apply the Sacred Tonic + Ageless Skin Serum first, then follow with a dime sized dollop of our aptly named Healing Salve in lieu of a substantial cream or lotion as a final protective layer. Think of the last step as a parka (or protective barrier) that will shield your delicate skin in harsh conditions.
Always prep your skin with the nutrient-rich, active botanical serum, Ageless Skin Serum to introduce protective ingredients. As the day comes to an end, apply again (post-cleansing) for healing, repair, and balance. Ageless Skin Serum is your skin-rebalancing authority - for every skin type at any age.
Our natural, plant-based products make us the best skincare line for sensitive skin irritated by free radicals. Refresh your skin with our Sacred Tonic, filled with essential acne-combatting ingredients. The alcohol-free witch hazel will gently cleanse the skin, while aloe soothes and rehydrates! Palmarosa and geranium work in concert to fight bacteria & restore your skin's natural balance - all while synergistically rebooting your mood!
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I know...easier said than done. That big pesky thing called life gets in the way, but trust me when I say this tip has been proven and will change your world. Your body’s internal clock can get out of rhythm after just one restless night. So, determining a consistent pattern that works best for your life is crucial. A good schedule involves your entire day: when you eat, exercise and sleep. Statistics say that exercising (no, it doesn’t have to be strenuous) for at least 30 minutes a day helps promote your natural melatonin, sleep hormone, production. Make sure that if you do exercise, try not to do it close to your bedtime - so, ditch those last minute ab workouts. Set a goal sleep time for every night and make sure you aren’t on any devices 30 minutes before you sleep, those pesky blue lights! Instead, read or listen to a sleep podcast- here is my favorite.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1j2Uhzc08s
Set the same alarm every morning (even on the weekends) and make sure you get up and get moving!
Need some affirmations to get your morning started? Listen to a few minutes of this!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKqjSiM38uM
I know it sounds like just a trend, but it really does work. You can use roll ons or diffusers! Apply the roll ons to your wrist or neck before bed and you will instantly feel cozy. Extra perk: waking up to amazing smelling sheets.
To create a relaxing space, grab a blanket, dim the lights, and turn on that diffuser. Your entire room will smell and feel like a spa instantly putting you in a tranquil state. The best essential oils for night time -- lavender, chamomile, cedarwood, and lemongrass.
Make sure to include a breathing exercise while using either of these methods.
Inhale for 6 seconds… hold for 2... Exhale for 8 seconds
Washing the day away in a nightly ritual will aid in releasing stress; include a mixture of aromatherapy + meditation for a spa-like experience. Give your face a nice massage, whether it be with a serum, mask, or moisturizer, apply them slowly & relaxingly to your face and neck. These exercises can help lift, tone (and even prevent aging!) and in doing so, calms and soothes you, readying you for bed. For best results, we suggest using our Reiki-charged Ageless Skin Serum. Start by gently placing your fingertips over your eyelids and take 3 deep breaths! Ahh...that’s it.
Ageless Skin Serum (30mL)
Simple and soothing. They make your whole body feel warm, relaxed, and ready for bed. Here are my go-to’s that aid in lulling me into a slumber! If you’re experiencing some measure of anxiety try using Calm (a powder form of magnesium) that you mix with warm water...it’s aptly named and helps replenish deficiencies. And of course there’s tea...the age old soothing elixir...try some of my favorites:
Here are some highlights from the article, click to unravel Jane’s secrets!
Shawnelle Prestidge is Jane Fonda’s trusted makeup artist and confidant. Prestidge shares:
“The star prefers foundations that glide on quickly and effortlessly to achieve flawless coverage with minimal layering.”
When it comes to any age, beauty is what comes from within and then projects out.
Click to read more about what Jane’s inward secret is...]]>Asking for products that are human, animal, and planet friendly doesn’t feel like it should be requested but rather a given.
It is a wonder why the creators strayed away from nature's most nutritional gifts.
Our earth is meant to live in harmony with our lives. It will not let a need go unmet.
It is constantly nurturing living, natural medicines that are readily available to heal, rejuvenate, and conquer.
There are so many gifts of earth's finest ingredients that live all around us.
At PRESTIDGE beauté Active Organics, we source the finest grade organic, wild-harvested and natural ingredients from conscious growers the world over.
“I Like My Products Like I Like My People, Non-Toxic”
PbAO Products are Guaranteed Free of the Nasties: parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, PEGs, or SLSs makes for the best skincare line for sensitive skin.
PbAO is a professional skincare line that uses an incomparable blend of the world’s most nutritious antioxidant-rich, organic plant botanicals paired with the alternative medicine of Reiki healing to deliver soul food for your skin and spirits. Our products are tested on celebrities, models, and industry peers, never on animals! Every batch is treated like a custom blend straight from our Brooklyn studio.
Delight yourself in products that employ our earth’s impactful ingredients with a final send off of Reiki prayer to be used topically, medicinally, or used in aromatherapy.
PRESTIDGE beauté Active Organics carries an essential line of multi-use, omni-beneficial products that are wee but mighty in covering a long list of all your skin concerns. Making PbAO the best skincare line for rosacea to the best anti aging serum for 20s.
Ingredients curated to boost the health of your skin and mental well being all while having a minimal footprint on the environment. All products arrive in packaging and violet glass that can be fully recyclable to create a closed loop system on our consumption.
Just a little message to send back to Mother Nature as she is so good to us and we’ll be just as good back.
NEROLI
This precious essential oil is widely known for its ability to regenerate the skin cells and improve the elasticity of skin. It also helps maintain the right oil balance in the skin, making it an excellent choice for all skin types. Known to revive skin at the cellular level, neroli essential oil has proven to be beneficial for wrinkles, fine lines, scars and stretch marks. Additionally, inhaling neroli is beneficial for menopausal symptoms, stress and estrogen in postmenopausal women, and in decreasing blood pressure & cortisol levels.
SANDALWOOD
Sandalwood’s medicinal qualities have long been used to treat a myriad of skin issues with it’s anti-aging, cell-regenerative, and cancer preventative properties. Studies published in 1997 & 1999 repeatedly found that sandalwood oil was protective against skin cancer in multi-various capacities. It improves skin tone, relieves skin irritations & itching, reduces inflammation and re-hydrates skin. It’s revered for healing scar tissue & eczema. Sandalwood is also deeply moisturizing, exfoliating & skin brightening. It's also known to heighten spiritual awareness.
HELICHRYSUM
Known for its anti-aging properties & touted to encourage a firmer, more youthful, and vibrant skin quality thanks to its anti-inflammatory & free radical combatting anti-oxidants. Helichrysum is ideal for sensitive, dry and oily skins, with its super-moisturizing & balancing properties. Diketone-rich, it aids in reducing the appearance of age spots & discoloration. It also helps soothe headaches and quell anxiety!
CARROT SEED OIL
Carrot Seed Oil is rich in skin-mending vitamin A (Rentinol), collagen-boosting vitamin C and moisturizing vitamin E. This essential oil is a super-charged cell-regenerator and wrinkle reducer that repairs sun damage, scars and any other skin trauma. With free radical fighting anti-oxidants, it provides lymphatic & UV support while it powerfully moisturizes & hydrates. It packs an anti-aging skin firming boost & toning benefits that improve dermal elasticity with its detoxifying and healing properties.
Uncompromising Skin Nutrients + Reiki Healing = Transformational Results
Reiki is a form of alternative medicine called energy healing. By incorporating Reiki symbols & “hands-on” healing techniques into every batch - each user receives "universal life energy" that’s been imbued to encourage emotional or physical healing!
Reiki feels Rejuvenating and Peaceful Simultaneously.
EXPERIENCE HOW THE POWER OF PLANTS + REIKI HEALING WILL GUIDE YOU TO YOUR BEST SKIN EVER. OUR EARTH ALWAYS PROVIDES.
It means a lot to us, and it should!
We partake in our regimen at least twice a day. Skincare is like a hug to yourself, a symbolic serum bottle of comfort and peace.
With something that feels so meaningful, why not integrate our skincare products into our daily lives as a part of our home decor.
Sometimes the lineup of clutter by the bathroom sink doesn’t feel like we are doing our skincare justice. It’s not the stage or aesthetic our skincare deserves.
Let’s fix that shall we..
Scrolling through Pinterest can feel overwhelming with beauty decor.
You have probably seen something like this..
Now don’t get us wrong, we are skincare addicts too but..
With these few tips and tricks you wont need the oversized vanity, 3 tiered shelf, and half your desk dedicated to your skincare products display.
1. The Power of the Beauty Tray
Perfect for the woman on the GO
Beauty Tray’s are an aesthetic but utilitarian way to place your skincare. It brings a pop of color to let your beloved products shine while allowing quick placement when you’re in a rush. Standing or laying your products never looks out of place on a beauty tray!
BUT beauty trays don’t have to be taken so literal!
Let your skincare feel more Zen with a crystal slab accent purposed as a tray!
For the Spiritual Walker
Encompass the Crystals and Reiki to guide good energy through each morning and nighttime ritual.
If you have just one “live by” product and it is your absolute GO - TO, embrace it and give your beloved possession center stage for all its glory and wonders.
A Minimalist’s Craft
Something Vintage, Something Green
A small art piece or vintage dish will keep your space looking youthful and refreshed. It is a beautiful centerpiece for your precious gem. A little plant for some added greenery and texture always elevates and completes the look.
2. Your Skincare Oasis
A Goddess's One and Done
Brass accents in the shower are a divine placeholder for your products if you like to apply your skincare while your pores are fresh, open, and clean. An Oasis shower set up is the ultimate at home spa for your daily routine. If your shower does not have hardware, not to worry! Shop small businesses on places like Etsy to find unique and personalized shower shelves for your skincare decor needs.
If a warm shower isn’t your cup of tea, try a brass lined small table with a glass surface for added luxury. It can sit alongside your bath for arms reach access to promote ultimate relaxation. Bathroom trays are a perfect addition to set a glass of wine, piece of literature, and a plush hand towel. Nestle down, soak, and have all your gems right at reach.
More At-Home Pampering with PbAO
3. Daily Little Treasures
Hobbies, Knick Knacks, & Skincare
Mean Girls Movie Moment revised. “You can sit with us”
YES. Your skincare can be just as much a part of your life as your other daily items and necessities. Whether it be a desk corner, book shelf, or top of your dresser it draws the eye in with new shapes, sizes, and textures. This will free up your bathroom counter while completing your bedroom storage with a few personal and functional items.
PLACEMENT INSPIRATION
If you apply your makeup at your desk, a small wall shelf above works great. It declutters the area by keeping the products off the surface, while giving them a fun and functional display. Accessorize with your “can’t leave the house without” sunnies and a staple gold necklace or earrings.
There is a deep connection between skincare products and you.
They pamper, nourish, and walk a journey with you throughout your life.
Living with your products as a cherished piece of decoration is a mighty reminder to continue to indulge in daily rituals and choices that promote self care and self love.
To be g e n t l e & k i n d to not only your skin, but to yourself.
It provides consistent inspiration to your wellness journey, while harmonizing with other meaningful parts of our daily lives.
Here are some highlights from the article, click to embark on more of her journey that led to the creation of the Ageless Skin Serum! An active botanical serum that is the best face serum for 30 year old.
As a veteran of the beauty industry, former beauty editor, celebrity makeup artist and esthetician, Shawnelle was driven by one mission, vision, and message to bring into existence what her voice was calling to create..
“a powerful organic skincare line that promotes “skinceptance” and “skinclusivity”—inspiring a holistic ritual that embraces and nourishes you from the outside in. It’s for all skin types at every age, under one roof, sun, and sky [...]”
Continue reading here.
]]>Self-care isn't just a buzz word - it's a call to strengthen your conscience. We believe that balancing your equilibrium will bolster standing up for equality. With a stronger constitution, YOU can achieve anything.
Skincare today is widely talked about. It feels trendy, everyone is doing it. Wondering why everyone is investing more time and money into skincare? It’s the latest twist on a longstanding insatiable craving!
Our days are jam packed with errands, demands, and have to be’s. With a pandemic, social distancing, and our lives transitioning to a new normal, this change can be very uncomfortable.
You may be wondering “how can my skincare routine possibly assist in bettering my day and my sleep?”
All it takes is 5 minutes to yourself in the morning and 5 minutes to yourself before bed to receive the mental and physical health benefits of a skincare routine.
No blue light screens, no talking, just mindful caresses with your bare hands & skin sustenance directly from Mother Earth. Remote days can start to blend together and a loss of structure can feel like a loss of purpose. Taking time for your skin each morning and each night is prepping not only your skin but your mind as well. The routine sends cognitive triggers to your brain to associate feeling ready for the day or relaxed for bedtime.
Who else feels ready to take on the day after they had their first cup of coffee? Having a skincare ritual provides similar effects of readiness to take on the day.
Taking care of your skin is a ritual of self love to offer stability & comfort. It reinforces the pathways in our minds the importance to recharge & refresh or release & relax - not only in our body’s but our minds as well.
In a time with so much uncertainty, having a comfortable & accessible setting where you always feel safe and relaxed is vital. This place can be at your bathroom sink, or vanity and here's a strong argument why this is beneficial...
The simple act of skin preparation is an opportunity for mindfulness. Mindfulness is a type of meditation where you become intensely aware of your senses and feelings in the moment. It is free of interpretation and judgement and is merely based on breathing and feeling.
Some mindful thoughts:
Feeling the warm water cupped in your hands.
Bringing the warm water to your face and feeling it trickle down.
Observing the texture of a cleansed face.
Warming your serum between your fingertips.
Deeply experiencing the heavenly scent of the aromatherapeutic oil.
Acknowledging and appreciating each part of your lovely face.
Gently massaging the warm, healing skin nutrition into every inch of your face & neck all the way down to your décolleté.
Anxiety pulls our minds to stress over the future and depression pushes our minds to analyze the past.
Mindfulness brings our minds to the present and stabilizes a resting heart rate that allows the mind to think more clearly & positively.
Our morning and nightly rituals take place during the two highest worry points of the day. Waking up and going to bed are quiet moments where our minds like to run wild.
Taking just 5 minutes, morning and night, to feel the water cradle your skin and trickle off, mindfully take in the texture of your skin and lovingly give it the care it needs...touching your skin gets you out of your head and focused on what you are doing.
When we think of masks, serums, moisturizers, warm towels, etc. our shoulders practically slouch and relax at the mere thought. When we set in place a “lived by” ritual, we give ourselves something to look forward to. It is something we can partake in each day that makes us feel good...all referring back to the self-honoring checklist above, that each day we should do something we enjoy!
The buildup of excitement to get home and slip into your pjs, washing away the film of the day, taking a deep inhale, and plopping down to watch a movie or connect with someone you love - all have positive health effects for managing a stressful day.
It is the one time in the day when our mind, body, and soul is presently in one place, together. When we go about our ritual, it sends a message that “Hey, I am worthy.” Self care restores and amplifies self love.
A few step routine reminds us to be patient, present, balanced, and kind to ourselves.
Convinced yet? Want to get started on a holistic ritual that embraces + nourishes you from the Outside I N?
Start NOW by employing reiki-charged active botanicals, and carving out time just for Y o u r s e l f
Reiki is a form of alternative medicine called energy healing. By incorporating Reiki symbols & “hands-on” healing techniques into every batch - each user receives "universal life energy" that’s been transferred to encourage emotional or physical healing!
Step 1. Start with SACRED TONIC...
This humectant hydrosol mist from the best skincare line for sensitive skin, preps your skin for moisture and rehydrates your skin throughout the day while setting your mind at ease with its hormone balancing essential oils & heavenly scent...
Step 2. Apply your AGELESS SKIN SERUM...
This active botanical serum is comprised of an incomparable blend of nutrient-dense organic botanicals-delivering a powerhouse AM/PM Super-moisturizer designed to rebalance depleted skin, smooth out & plump mature textured skin and heal & equalize acne prone skin. It is raved about as the best anti-aging eye cream for 20s and best serum for 30 year old.
Step 3. And finish with HEALING SALVE...
Created to heal a myriad of ailments...most formidably acne & breakouts, abrasions, burns, bug bites - just about anything really...Healing Salve is packed with exciting ingredients that work to revive, heal, and balance your skin. Healing salve's power to heal makes PbAO the best skincare line for Rosacea.
GET ALL 3 + SAVE....when you buy as a SET!
Radiance and ritual await you. Welcome the light.
Let the power of plants and reiki guide you to your best skin & self yet with the best professional skincare line!
We are overjoyed and delighted to share Shawnelle’s feature, founder of the best professional skincare line, in Amo Mama’s by Bettina Dizon “Makeup For Older Women — Beauty Tips for a Stunning Look in Ladies over 50” to enlighten the beauty secret of organic skincare on our iconic muse, Jane Fonda.
Here are some highlights from the article, click to discover more goodness from the best skincare line for sensitive skin!
The expert believes organic products affect not only the external appearance but the internal body as well. Among the ingredients in her active botanical serum are carrot seed oil, rosehip, helichrysum, and sandalwood. The Ageless Skin Serum is boundless. Known to be the best serum for 30 year old, best anti aging serum for 20s, and best anti aging eye cream for 20s. She shared:
"I use it morning and night around the eyes, all over the face, neck, and decolletage. It has lifted my left eye back into symmetry with the right, significantly decreased my laugh and furrow lines [...]"
Continue reading here.
1. Socially, Environmentally & Ethically Sustainable?
2. Cruelty Free?
3. Organic Skincare/Toxic-free Skincare?
4. Supports small "women owned" business?
5. Yields unmatched results?
6. Saves time + money?
Skincare research can practically drive you insane - reading articles and watching skincare regimens that will have you bent over your bathroom sink endlessly fussing and applying countless products in the mirror for an absurd amount of time, and that is just the morning routine!
LET'S GET REAL. How much time are you wasting?
How often is it you see The Top Five Products you NEED in your Everyday Skincare Routine? Out of the millions of videos and articles out there you're still left with a scrunched face asking yourself “so wait… which products do I need again?..” Answer: Time Wasted!
And friend, this doesn’t even cover how much waste is produced with the creation and consumption of all these products competing for prime real estate in your cabinets, shelves and basin to the point that your toothpaste is practically homeless. With such an overwhelming amount of distraction, do you ever wonder WHO your money is going to? Are these companies you’re freely handing over your hard earned cash to aligned with your principles?? And lastly - but certainly NOT least, are you REALLY seeing the results you're paying for?
What if you could put your money where your beliefs are?
A purchase is a vote for what you believe in.
Shop small, shop clean, shop REAL results
Get ready to feel less stressed by clearing all your unnecessary clutter and replace it all with Ageless Skin Serum and a sigh of relief! The best anti aging serum for 20s.
ONE product for ALL
That does the W O R K
Of MANY!
OMNI-beneficial
The active botanical serum is the minimalist, sustainable, do-it-ALL skincare product you’ve been searching for from the best professional skincare line.
Offering maximal benefits with a minimal footprint for all ages and skin types.
We are talking Skinclusivity and Skinceptance.
For Dry, Dull, Wrinkled, Textured, Uneven, Acne Prone, Sensitive & Aging skin (for your face, eye area, neck and décolleté)
A Come as You Are - Come ALL Serum.
The best skincare line for sensitive skin.
Experience a REAL transformation in 24 hours.
Here is what we mean when we say OMNI-beneficial.
Employing Reiki, Skin Nutrient Botanicals & other healing modalities for a clean, organic, cruelty free skincare journey.
Sourced from conscious growers, curated with love, and tailored for everyone under O N E roof, sun, and sky. NOW is your time to align with your principles and g l o w from the outside IN!
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]]>Before your mask-wearing adventure even begins, prep your skin with the nutrient rich, active botanical serum, Ageless Skin Serum to introduce protective ingredients. As the day comes to an end, apply again (post cleansing) for healing, repair, and balance. Ageless Skin Serum is your skin-rebalancing authority - for every skin type at any age.
2. Refresh EVERY step of the wayWearing a mask for long hours? Our natural, plant based products make us the best skincare line for sensitive skin irritated by masks. Find a safe alone spot to refresh your skin with our Sacred Tonic, filled with ESSENTIAL "mask-ne" combatting ingredients. The alcohol-free witch hazel will gently cleanse the skin, while aloe soothes and rehydrates! Palmarosa and geranium work in concert to fight bacteria & restore your skins natural balance - all while synergistically rebooting your mood!
3. Heal ON THE SPOTOnce your day has ended, and you've done your nighty cleansing, complete your skincare ritual with Healing Salve as a soothing spot treatment for any incoming blemishes or acne flareups!! It works like magic!
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Start with warming 5-10 drops of Ageless Skin Serum (depending on your skins needs) between your fingers and upper palm, to open up the heavenly scent and prepare it for an even application.
Deeply inhale the Reiki-charged essence - this will help to recenter you for a more thoughtful and present application. What is Reiki you might wonder? Reiki is the practice of energy healing. Using our Reiki-charged products is like applying positive energy to your face!
This is possibly the most important step - with serum coated fingertips, gently place them over your eyelids, under eye and upper cheek areas. Your skin care ritual should be initiated with loving intentions and carried out at a thoughtful pace.
Slightly pressing the warmed serum in, and then gently working from inner eyelid around to the under eye, making sure to press it into the skin with your fingers (not just your palms), so the entire eye area is addressed and the serum well distributed and absorbed!
You should see the glow appear and the lines recede. If this is not happening, you may not be getting the product onto the area adequately.
Observe the difference in the image below-from the Left (before) side and the Right (After).
This is Val, age 37, who is completely un-retouched in this photo. Notice on the LEFT how parched the skin is due to a lack of moisture, resulting in multiple fine and more prominent lines, a sagging texture and a dull grayish cast?
Compare that to the RIGHT side - notice the dramatic improvement in the skin's elasticity. Most strikingly the line-lessness due to the moisture flooded tissue and the brighter, luminous glow.
This is a GLOWING (pun apt & intended) example of why using Ageless Skin Serum around the eye area in not only a must-but a TOTAL GAME CHANGER!
Then...with your entire hand, press the serum up onto the forehead area-(the place from which we want gravity to work hardest) and work product up through the center and out to the sides, bring hands to the middle of the face and press the serum in, covering the entire face using upward passes and then finish with a "thumbs-up" massage just under the jawline to increase blood flow and stimulate elasticity. Think Gua Sha sans the tool!
Not only are PbAO's ingredients free from harmful components, but each product is also packed with organic nutrients to feed your under nourished skin. In fact, each cruelty-free product is at least 95% organic, and 100% natural & plant-derived. They are all formulated to work with the natural chemistry of every skin type to moisturize dry skin, balance out combination skin, control oily skin & calm and soothe sensitive skin. How is one product able to do so much? Instead of focusing on a specific “type” of skin, we’ve tailored our formulation to combat most skin deficiencies across the board. Think of PbAO as the cleanest most nutritious food for your skin. Our products contain a balanced formulation of active, plant-based solutions that work with your body's fluctuating rhythms to meet its ever-changing needs.
For example, one of the long list of Ageless Skin Serum star ingredients, geranium, helps regulate the skin's sebum output (oil) and reduces acne scarring without stripping your skin of its natural oil. And because it's a regulator, not a reducer, this also helps regulate dry skin into producing and retaining an adequate amount of sebum.
Additionally, the many other powerful essential and carrier oils such a superstar antioxidants like Vitamin C and Retinol, Omega 3, 6 & 7, and natural UV protectants further reinforce the balance by combating free radicals, acting as microbial agents to prevent and heal acne & blemishes, cell-regenerators that reduce inflammation, promote healthy elasticity, minimize scarring, quench dry skin, firm and even out skin tone as well as calming characteristics to quell and soothe irritation from various internal imbalances and environmental factors.
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With every PbAO purchase from Sat 3/28- Sat 4/4 - I will be offering a tailored 10 min remote application consult + mini Reiki session once you receive your products!
With every PbAO purchase from Sat 3/28- Sat 4/4 - I will be offering a tailored 10 min remote application consult + mini Reiki session once you receive your products!
(Psst...leave your phone # in addition to your email at checkout to connect!)
Hope to see you soon!!
X Shawnelle
]]>The real deal on what constitutes clean beauty + how to listen to what your skin is trying to tell you!
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According to long-standing authority on all things health, Goopdeclares, "Clean beauty is quite intense: It means a non-toxic product that is made without a long, ever-evolving list of ingredients linked to harmful health effects."
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This includes products made without the Toxic 11:
These ingredients, even when applied externally, can actually do a lot of harm internally.
Parabens, pthalates (usually paired with fragrances to make them last longer), and phenols have been confirmed to mimic estrogen in the human body, going so far as to trigger early puberty in children and are linked to organ harm and thyroid disruption.
While ingredients like hydroquinone and talc have been linked to certain cancers and decreased immune response.
Not only are PbAOs ingredients free from harmful components, but each product is also packed with natural and organic nutrients to feed your hungry skin. In fact, each product is at least 90% organic, and 100% natural, plant-derived and cruelty-free. They are all formulated to work with the natural chemistry of every
skin type in order to moisturize dry skin, even out combination skin, and reduce oily skin. How is one product able to do so much? Instead of combatting your skin's ever-changing circumstances, PbAO products contain a careful makeup of active, plant-based solutions to work with your body's natural occurrences.
For example, Ageless Skin Serum star ingredient, geranium, helps regulate the skin's sebum output (oil) and reduces acne scarring without stripping your skin of its natural oil. And because it's a regulator, not a reducer, this also helps regulate dry skin into producing and retaining an adequate amount of sebum.
Meanwhile, the other carrier and essential oil ingredients reinforce the balance by acting as microbial agents to prevent and heal acne, cell-regenerators to reduce scarring and shed dry skin, and calming agents to reduce irritation from existing dryness.
These are your every-day, seasonless go-to's. Apply Sacred Tonic first to act as a humectant, helping your skin absorb the Ageless Skin Serum more fully, and don't forget to apply Under Amour Deodorant before leaving the house!
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That said, what should you actually look for in a serum? We've narrowed it down to the 5 most important features.
Any serum worth its weight in salt should be formulated to correct sebum imbalance as this is the major component for excessively dry or blemished skin. If you like to keep it natural, as we do, keep an eye out for:
As mentioned above, sea buckthorn is truly an all-star ingredient, as well as carrot seed oil. Along with being excellent sources of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and antioxidants, sea buckthorn and carrot seed oil offer a natural shield to UV rays if used daily—and along with helichrysum, sandalwood, neroli, and geranium—addresses imbalances and inflammation or irritation that can be caused from overexposure to the sun.
If your skin serum doesn't play a role in effective anti-aging, it's not doing its job. One essential oil superstar, pomegranate seed, is packed with omega 5, which can destroy free radicals and prevent signs of aging. It also contains gallic acid, which reduces fine lines and nourishes the skin, and ellagic acid which is a natural collagen booster. Even more, its moisturizing properties balance pH levels which means softer and smoother skin!
A needle isn't the only way to plump and lift your skin. It's only natural for mature skin to begin to lose moisture and volume, especially in delicate areas like under the eyes, the cheekbones, and around the mouth. Fortunately, this volume loss doesn't have to be permanent. Look for ingredients that stimulate natural collagen production, like evening primrose, which adds tone and firmness to mature skin and brightens dull or dry patches.
The day is full of obligations and tasks as it is long. Using your serum shouldn't feel like a chore. This is why we're so in love with Ageless Skin Serum from PRESTIDGE beauté Active Organics. Not only does it meet all of the prerequisites we expect from the ultimate serum experience, with all the ingredients mentioned above, but it also contains a healing Reiki element that goes beyond the surface level to nourish and sooth on the inside, the same way its beautifully blended natural and organic ingredients do on the outside.
Well-cared-for skin isn't the only thing PRESTIDGE beauté is devoted to, they also mean to provide balance and clarity, even if for just a moment, to transform your skincare routine into a ritual you will look forward to. Not only will this serum lift your skin, but it will also lift your spirits.
Ready to revolutionize your skincare ritual? Shop Ageless Skin Serum (and use code 15OFF for 15% off your first purchase)!