This time of year can be stressful for a lot of people. School is back in session, activities are starting up, and the carefreeness of summer is on its way out. But you don’t have to let stress take over your life. If you’re finding yourself a little stressed out this season, try some of these techniques to relieve tension and find your inner Zen:
Do some deep breathing. Intentional deep breathing has been proven to lower the body’s levels of cortisol (the stress-inducing hormone). Taking just a few minutes out of your day to focus on deep breathing can greatly help reduce stress and leave you feeling calmer.- Take a soothing bath. Soaking in a bath tub actually helps us relax because it reminds us of the feeling of being in the womb! Turn on some gentle music, light some candles and add some Cures By Avance Stress Relief Sea Bath to your next worry-lifting bath. Get the Cures by Avance Stress Relief To-Go Kit, which includes the Sea Bath formula, Anti-Fluid Gel and Skin Repair Body Mist. Use the body mist when you’re done bathing and let the sea minerals and essential oils replenish your tired skin. Apply the Anti-Fluid Gel to anywhere you’re experiencing aches and pains. The gel helps release trapped fluid and relieve the discomfort of inflammation.
- Get a massage. Massages not only help soothes aches, but they have also been proven to be a great method of relieving stress. Don’t have time to make it to the spa? Get a bottle of Cures by Avance Anti-Stress Massage Oil and ask your partner or a friend to give you a gentle massage.
- Bring some lavender into your life. Lavender’s soothing scent has been shown to help lower heart rates and blood pressure, which can help facilitate relaxation. Try burning this K. Hall Designs Lavender Candle, which is infused with lavender and levendin oils for a natural calming effect.
- Relax in a soothing sauna. The steamy temperatures of a sauna can help your body release tension and reduce your anxiety. Afterward you can massage Cures by Avance Anti-Fluid Gel into your body’s sore spots to help reduce the inflammation further and relieve discomfort.
- Give yourself a scalp massage. No one can deny the great feeling of getting your scalp massaged at the hair salon. Well, that type of scalp stimulation is actually terrific for relieving stress, and you can easily recreate it on your own at home. Use a few drops of Davines Natural Tech Well-Being Massage Oil or even just your favorite conditioner, and gently massage your scalp. You’ll be amazed at how quickly it helps you relax.
- Meditate. Don’t underestimate the power of positive thinking. Taking some time out of your hectic day to quietly meditate has a host of positive benefits, including boosting your immune system, improve cognitive function and relieve stress and anxiety.
Don’t let stress keep you from enjoying your life! Start practicing these techniques today and start living stress-free. For more beauty and self-care tips, check back with our blog each week. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to be the first to hear about new products, discounts and deals!
