Seasons of Self-Care

Book Pre-Holiday Treatments Now 

Early November is the perfect time to book your Holiday glow up treatments  

  • Botox: Schedule your appointment 1-2 weeks before events to leave time for the product to take effect.

  • Fillers: Schedule your appointment at least 2 weeks before the holidays to ensure any potential swelling or bruising has resolved.

Holiday Tips

Eat Mindfully 

  • Balance indulgences: Enjoy holiday treats, but pair them with nutritious foods like fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. 

  • Portion control: Use smaller plates to avoid overeating at parties or gatherings. 

  • Eat a healthy snack prior to an event: Eat food like a healthy salad prior to an event so you won’t be as enticed to graze the unhealthy foods, and you will get full quicker therefore not overeating.   

  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water—sometimes thirst can feel like hunger.  

Keep Moving 

  • Stay active: Even 10–15 minutes of walking, stretching, or yoga can boost energy and reduce stress. Exercise also assists in flushing waste, which can be harmful to the skin. It can also increase collagen production, promote cell turnover, and increase the skin's ability to retain moisture. 

  • Make it fun: Dance to holiday music, walk together as a family after dinner, or engage in a friendly competitive sports game. 

Prioritize Rest 

  • Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep per night. 

  • Sleep reduces the risk of chronic diseases, improves immune function, regulates hormones, and improves mood and cognitive/ neurological function. 

  • Sleep increases collagen production, enhances blood flow, reduces inflammation, boosts melatonin, which acts as an antioxidant, promotes cellular repair, and reduces the signs of aging. 

Stay Germ-Free 

  • Wash hands often with soap and water, especially before meals and after being in public spaces. 

  • Carry sanitizer for when handwashing isn’t an option. 

  • Get vaccinated if available and appropriate for you. 

  • Stay home if you are sick to protect others from getting sick  

Manage Stress 

  • Stress 

    • It affects your overall health. It increases heart rate and blood pressure, weakens the immune system, causes hormone imbalances, causes muscle tension and pain, affects your digestion, affects your mood, and increases risk of chronic conditions or complications of chronic conditions.  

    • It affects your skin. It increases inflammation, exacerbates certain skin conditions, weakens the skin barrier that protects your skin from irritants and toxins, increases oil production, and accelerates aging.  

  • Plan ahead to avoid last-minute panic. 

  • Practice mindfulness with deep breathing, meditation, journaling, and exercise. 

  • Set boundaries—it’s okay to say NO to protect your well-being. 

Drink Smart 

  • Limit alcohol: Excess drinking can weaken immunity and disrupt sleep. Alcohol can dehydrate skin and cause puffiness. Balance with water and hydrating snacks like cucumbers or berries. 

  • Alternate with water and choose beverages with lower sugar when possible. 

Treat Yourself 

  • Medical Grade Skin Care is a perfect way to treat yourself and your skin this holiday season. 

  • Book an appointment for Morpheus8 Face or Body at Essence of Health. 

  • Book a facial with a trained and knowledgeable aesthetician. 

  • At-home face masks with honey, aloe, avocado or oatmeal can soothe and hydrate. 

  • Wear SPF 30+ daily, even on cloudy winter days.