You’re doing everything “right.”You sleep 8 hours. You drink water. You use good products.And yet—your skin still looks tired. Dull. Puffy. Exhausted. It’s not your skincare.It’s your nervous system. At my holistic skincare salons in Amsterdam and Amstelveen, I see this every day — and I used to experience it too.Women come to me saying, [...]
If you wake up feeling anxious, rushed, or already stressed before your day even begins…your nervous system is crying out for feminine energy.And that stress? It shows up on your skin — in dullness, inflammation, and tension you can literally see. At my holistic skincare salons in Amsterdam and Amstelveen, I see it every day: [...]
Evening Rituals. Your evening skincare routine can be so much more than a few quick steps before bed.When approached mindfully, it becomes a sacred ritual — a moment to return to yourself, release the day, and invite peace into your body. A holistic evening ritual not only enhances your skin’s natural glow but also nurtures [...]
Slowing down is an art. our modern lives often move too fast. deadlines, meetings, social pressures… they all add up, and your skin feels it first. stress hormones inflame the skin, weaken its barrier, and even accelerate the appearance of fine lines. breakouts, dullness, and tired texture often show up exactly when life feels busiest. [...]
Stress and breakouts We all know the feeling: a hectic week, endless deadlines, and suddenly… a stubborn breakout appears. But did you know that stress doesn’t just affect your mind—it shows up on your skin too? Stress triggers a cascade of hormonal responses in your body. Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone,” rises and can [...]
Skincare as a Ritual, Not a Chore In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to rush through our skincare routine without really thinking about it. We apply products because we “should,” ticking off tasks on our to-do list. But what if you approached your skincare differently? What if, instead of seeing it as just a routine [...]
Our skin’s health and appearance depend on the skin barrier’s functionality. This defensive layer stands between our internal organs and the outside world, protecting us from harmful elements. What Is the Skin Barrier? The skin barrier is the skin’s outermost layer, also called the stratum corneum. It acts as a shield between our internal organs [...]
How to make this winter glow skin and not dull and tired? And what are my go-to facials this winter? The benefits of facials are wide-ranging for any time of the year. But there are particular reasons why a facial is the perfect pick-me-up for tired and sluggish winter skin. Winter and your skin Whether [...]
What is the importance of self care? In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get swept up in the run and move of daily life. Balancing work, family, and other commitments often leaves little room for personal care. Yet, amidst the chaos, it's crucial to recognize that self-care isn't a luxury—it's a necessity, especially when [...]
Understanding the impact certain activities have on your skin will help you undertake a dynamic skincare routines to improve your complexion. In this post, I'll look at a few key activities that require some preparation and some post-activity care. Exercise When we exercise, it's important to start with clean skincare as the skin is an [...]
