👩🏻‍🦱 The ONE Test For Hormonal Hair Loss

Hi lovely. Hair loss is a B*tch - and honestly - it’s my forte.

How do we test for hair loss? It’s so confusing for my clients…but there is a path.

No, it’s not serum testosterone.

No, its not your thyroid.

And No, its not DHT - the androgenic hormone alone.

Hair loss is generally pointing back to so called androgenic alopecia; essentially, this is just a fancy way to talk about hair loss caused by high levels of androgens (especially one hormone, a metabolite of testosterone, called dihydrotestosterone or DHT).

When women have imbalanced levels of androgenic hormones (like DHT), they can bind to the hormone receptors of our hair follicles and put them in their “rest-phase”. 

DHT can also suffocate the follicle closing up the follicle - causing miniaturization and hair thinning.

NET NET: hormonal hair loss is the result of our hair follicles being told to stop growing and to go to sleep instead.

 So……

How Do You Fix Hormonal Hair Loss?

The plethora of blogs on hair loss are written for men, and their common hair loss issue goes back to DHT.

Or you may have heard that you have high levels of androgenic hormones like testosterone or DHT are the issue from your doctor?

TO GET TO THE ROOT, we need to test, not guess.

To fix something we need to know how it broke in the first place.

I suggest working with a Functional Medicine doctor to get an accurate diagnosis, the next step is to ask ….

“What are the root-causes behind my symptoms?” and “How did I get here?”.

When my clients come with hair concerns, I find that there is a denial or disconnect between the habits and results of nutrition, detoxification, exercise or activity levels, stress, sleep, or any combination of these lifestyle factors that have contributed to their hair health entanglement.

Remember, THESE ARE THE FIVE main foundations of hormonal health because we really need all of them to be inline before we can achieve our long-term health and wellness goals.

ONE TEST to get a BIG CLUE to the Root-Cause of Hormonal Hair Loss

To get to the root-cause, I suggest adding in or singling out a test for hormonal hair loss with FASTING INSULIN.

Here's why. Insulin is a hormone that our body uses to carry glucose to our cells so that they can use it for energy. What we want to be is insulin-sensitive – meaning that the insulin our body produces will be able to take care of the glucose we ingest.

But we can become ‘insulin resistant’ and that means that what used to be enough insulin to carry the glucose is now not enough.

This is what is happening when we get fasting insulin levels checked at our doctor’s office and see that it is high.

Over time, it’s possible that our body won’t be able to maintain that high level of insulin output to take care of our glucose.

You'll see this in your fasting glucose levels or HbA1c test and when they are HIGH.

IT IS THE 👉🏼 Connection of Insulin + Hormonal Hair Loss 👉🏼 The connection between insulin and hormonal hair loss is clear: When our insulin levels are high, it can push hormones down the 👉🏼 androgen pathway.

NOW we’re talking androgens and DHT. But notice the step prior.

GOT IT?

Managing our blood glucose levels and maintaining a healthy insulin response is foundational to our hormone health.

It’s worth talking to your doctor about having your fasting insulin (and fasting glucose) levels tested. I also believe now more than ever in a stress-full world, that TOPICAL support is essential to help the follicle regenerate.

Botanicals wont do it alone. Castor oil won’t do it alone.

AND……..Insulin resistance and hormone imbalances don’t happen in a vacuum.

Remember, the other critical pieces link back to your nutrition, detoxification, exercise, stress, and sleep.

You need a 360 approach.

Please let me help! Hair loss is my jam!

Check out our Root Revival Hair Activating Tonic 👉🏼 @evoqbeauty #hairloss #hairgrowth

🧠 6 Ways Stress Accelerates Aging and What to do About It

We all know that Stress can have a detrimental impact on mental health.

Today we’re going to crack open how stress effects our health, and how this then roll’s over into our outer beauty. Essentially, how it accelerates aging, where - and how.  

Long term stress can eventually become chronic stress, which leads to depression, anxiety, insomnia, and frequent fatigue.

Depression is a serious mental health condition that can cause you to have negative feelings towards all aspects of life.  

Losing interest in things you used to enjoy, feelings of hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts are common symptoms of depression, but it can affect people differently.

HOW IT AFFECTS PHYSICAL HEALTH

Stress is proven to weaken the immune system, which is essential to keeping us healthy!  

The stress hormone, corticosteroid, suppress the immune function so that our infection-fighting white blood cells are less able to battle the antigens that enter our body.  

So, you may notice in particularly stressful times that you’re more prone to getting a sniffly nose or adrenal fatigue.

The body’s response to stress increases your heart rate. The stress hormone, adrenaline, that’s triggered by the natural “fight or flight” response, causes the heart to beat faster and blood pressure to increase. So, constant stress puts your internal self into overload – this is said to severely heighten your chance of cardiovascular disease, the leading killer of Americans.

High levels of stress are known to have damaging effects on your skin and hair, too!  

HOW STRESS AFFECTS SKIN HEALTH

ACNE

There are a few reasons why you might notice breakouts on your skin, whether that be in the form of acne, psoriasis or eczema. The release of the stress hormone, Cortisol, throws your other hormones off balance, causing imperfections to appear on the skin. Stress can also affect your gut, by outweighing the good and bad bacteria that sits in it. Uneven bacteria in the gut can cause rashes and hives, as well as unwanted pimples.

There’s the added factor of diet when you’re experiencing stress. When working long hours, it’s not uncommon for you to choose quick and easy food, as well as energy drinks or coffee to keep you going. These dietary choices can show up as pimples and blemishes on the skin, and exacerbate existing skin conditions.

UNDER EYE CIRCLES

Under-eye bags are far from ideal – they make you look tired and ill, and there’s only so much concealer you can cover them with. When you’re experiencing stress or burnout, there’s a high chance that you’re lacking the sleep you need, which in turn makes you feel more stressed. Sleep deprivation results in higher levels of Cortisol itself, so it antagonizes the body even more!  

Bags under the eyes are caused by the pooling of fluid to the area around the eyes, and the best way to fix them is by getting more sleep and staying hydrated. You can also apply serums, which can improve the appearance of under-eye bags.  

Evoq’s Eye and Lip Cream is proven to encourage the renewal of skin health, reduced inflammation and stagnation and tighten and hydrate the skin so it looks firmer.

DARK CIRCLES

When we are stressed, we can actually break the fragile and vulnerable capillaries under your eyes. The blood can leak into the epidermis and become oxidized, which will result in a dark purple hue and a discoloration of the skin, creating the dark circles – giving that tired appearance.

Not only this but when your body is dealing with stress, blood will be distributed to different, more important areas of the body, which doesn’t include the face and skin.  

The more stress your body is under, the more likely you are to look pale and drained as the blood is focused on the organs; making sure they keep working correctly. This, in turn, will make the appearance of dark circles more noticeable against the paler skin.

DRY FLAKES & FINE LINES

When we are stressed, our body can react in different ways. We may feel more emotional, lose our appetite, experience mood swings or it can affect our sleep – resulting in difficulty to function throughout the day.  

This is when the fine lines and wrinkles can form as a result of your body choosing to produce more cortisol. This stress hormone has been known to break down collagen in your skin, so the more stressed you are, the more the hormone will attack your skin regeneration, resulting in a few new fine lines and wrinkles.

With lack of sleep, you will begin to show signs of fatigue; Fine lines and wrinkles will appear as the elasticity weakens, with your eyes falling victim first.

Dehydration can be dangerous for your inner organs as well as your skin, which is itself an organ. Hydration is a key factor in the body’s production of collagen, which is what keeps your skin looking bright, youthful  and plump. Without collagen, wrinkles and fine lines are more visible, and skin may start to sag.

Staying hydrated will also keep your skin from looking dry and flaky – you should moisturize on the outside and stay hydrated on the inside to avoid dry skin! Try Evoq’s Ultra hydrating Youth Renew Oil or Pro-Collagen Cream for full-face hydration – taking the time to quiet your mind and  relaxation time you need!

HOW IT AFFECTS HAIR HEALTH

Stress has been linked to hair loss and thinning, but the causes could differ! The same way stress can damage the appearance and feel of your skin, it can also be detrimental to the health of your hair.

HAIR LOSS

There are three stages to the hair growth process: The Anagen stage (growth), the Catagen stage (transition), and the Telogen stage (rest).  

Stress can trigger what’s known as Telogen effluvium, which occurs when the hair growth cycle stops at the Telogen stage, and the follicles don’t grow any new hairs.

Telogen effluvium is a reversible condition and is just a temporary disturbance to the cycle. With changes to lifestyle, you can stop it.  

Alopecia areata is a condition where the immune system attacks the hair follicles, causing patches of hair to fall out at one time.  

It’s often associated with experiencing high levels of stress for an extended period. The cause of it is likely to be a weakened immune system, so once you lower stress levels, the hair will stop falling out and in most cases grow back.

If you are experiencing hair thinning, try the powerful Root Revival Hair Health program.  It’s proven to promote hair growth using actives that strengthens hair and encourages high cell turnover for new hairs to grow.  So powerful, its two times stronger than minoxidil.

GRAY HAIR

Science backs up the saying that stress can make your hair go gray – it’s not just a myth.  

You see, when experiencing high-stress levels, the body struggles to produce a pigment called melanin, which is what keeps your natural color in your hair. When the body is experiencing long term stress, which happens with burnout, the imbalance of hormones can deplete the melanin-producing stem cells, which causes the hair to turn gray.

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🏋🏻‍♀️ Does Face Yoga Build Muscle Structure for Ant-Aging? [busted]

Do you need to exercise your face? 🏋🏻‍♀️

There are endless tactics to defy aging on the market, and for all you holistic gals, you may have seen inference to face exercises or ‘face yoga’ as the trendy new way to strengthen the muscles of your face to help fight the signs of aging (like sagging jowls and wrinkles).

Does it work? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

⠀ I research and deliver evidence-based beauty and so the first thing to say is that there are no scientific studies to verify the claims that these sorts of face workouts are effective. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Therefore, my professional opinion on this is going to be based on the first principles combined with logic. ⠀⠀

Can doing facial exercises actually ‘build’ the muscles of the face? We know that muscle growth comes about from damage of the muscle via active use – like weight-lifting in the gym. The damage induced stimulates a whole host of responses which culminate in the muscle becoming bigger and stronger.

If you have ever tried to put on noticeable muscle mass in the gym, you will know that this is actually a lot more difficult to achieve then it sounds and even with meticulous attention to lifestyle, diet and workout planning, one can and should only expect small gains to be made over time.

Facial yoga does not involve any weight-bearing and, even though these are small muscles, they would still require a decent enough stimulus to initiate the muscle growing process. So based on this I would suggest that no, facial exercises cannot build muscles in the face. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

I think we need to ask...why would we want to enlarge the muscles of your face? I think a more realistic question is: Is muscle atrophy what causes the signs of aging? Loss of muscle as we age is a natural part of aging and certainly, some of that occurs in the face but the aging face is due to an interplay of many factors like fat loss, loss of collagen and elastin in the dermis of the skin and changes to the epidermis. ⠀

Though facial exercises are certainly not harmful and may create blood flow - it is very unlikely to bring about significant, noticeable changes to your skin or facial structure. What IS a great alternative that is none invasive and studied? Microcurrent. Microcurrent devices tone and tighten skin using bioenergetic technology, which is non-surgical.

It increases levels of ATP to speed cellular metabolism, stimulates protein synthesis, promote detoxification and reconstitute collagen and elastin.

The ultimate visible benefits for your skin will be present in decreased fine lines and wrinkles and plumped up facial muscles with increased blood circulation, and reduced jowls and double chin.

If you are interested in learning more about none invasive skin health tools, please reach out - as it's all too confusing to do on your own. Cheers! xo - Kassandra

How to Choose a Moisturizer: Is Oily Skin the thirstiest of them all?

Let’s talk one of the most basic aspects to good skin care: moisturizer.

HYDRATION + MOISTURE + SUPPLE SKIN!

Tell me pretty lady, have you asked yourself these questions?

Why does some moisturizer break me out while other moisturizers seem to do nothing, no matter how much or how often I apply it?

While I’m not a HUGE believer in skin types the way traditional skincare sites give, I do know that this conversation does come down to the nature of your skin.

The goal is to understand when to use an oil or a moisturizer - and using a moisturizer that works with your skin or against your skin.

SIMPLIFYING HYDRATION

Did you know that there are 2 main types of moisturizers that work in different ways to hydrate your skin? 

There are water-based and oil-based moisturizers (Ie: a balm, ointment or serum). Water-based moisturizers pull water into your skin while oil-based moisturizers prevent water from evaporating from your skin.

The product you’ll want will depend on your unique skin.

For instance:

If you have dry skin, you will want a water-based moisturizer to infuse your skin with deep hydration.

If you live in a dry environment, you’ll want an oil-based product since it prevents water from evaporating from your skin.

And if you have dry skin and live in a dry environment? You’ll need a water-based and oil-based moisturizer! I personally always combine them both due to the different molecular weights and nutrient values.

Most women pick the wrong moisturizer because they simply don’t know what type of skin they have or their skin is always changing.

 All too often I hear people with oily skin saying they do NOT have dry skin.

GET THIS…… this may be technically true, but did you know that oily skin is the type that thirsts for water the most?

You heard it right: Oily skin is so very thirsty that it produces extra amounts of oil to prevent more water from evaporating! It is desperate to hold on to the moisture it does have—and wiping oil off your face only makes the situation worse since signals your skin to produce more and more and more oil—it’s a vicious cycle!

The only effective way to reduce the oil of oily skin is to give your skin the moisture it craves!!!

Head on over to EVOQ to discover our serums and 2 moisturizers.

All the Skin Hype: Save Your Time & Money With These Anti-Aging Trends

Hi lovely - this is a short and sweet read.

I love the beauty industry for its creativity. Heck, I’m an obsessive formulation myself!

I GET IT!

It’s hard to. know what’s real and what's hype in a FOMO world.

Just in case you were wondering if all the latest “Scroll Stopping” Instagram skin trends were legit….I’ve got some thoughts and opinions. - and obviously, there is NO judgment if you want to embellish your checkbook in any of the below, and they make you feel good - because it all comes down to self - love Darlin.

Let’s break it down.

Skincare Needs to Be Stored in the Fridge



I’ve seen “organic” raw skin care that actually needs refrigeration. You may be aware of other products that contain live bacteria, in which case they may also require a fridge. But nothing else does. Everything sold OTC should be stability tested before it is sent to market. It is tested in extreme cold, and extreme heat, to ensure that it does not lose efficacy, or grow MOLD. Natural and safe can be a partner. Buyer beware.

Putting an eye creme in teh fridge is totally cool and cooling on your skin - knock yourself out. But fridges do nothing to sustain or enhance the efficacy of your product and are completely unnecessary.

Gold

Oh my- where is OZ when you need that yellow brick road to reality? This trend is is a trend to sucker the “prestige.” Pretty packaging and iridescence on the skin does jack shit for your skin, but it does leak your checkbook.

If the world currency changes from fiat money, you may b win luck. Now….Jewellery? Absolutely. Skincare? You’re literally paying extra for something that in a flake form, would never penetrate, and in a micronized form, is unproven.

Like jewelry, if it has 24k gold in it and you can whack your prices up.

Crystals

Again, if you are into crystals, then nothing I say will matter because beliefs are strong. Hell, I LOVE crystals, but we have to hold our OWN power. I am a formulator, I’ve seen all the company hypes on selling skin lines crystals to create a theme and “STORY.” Not ageless skin.

Light up your room with agates, but as to the skin, it’s a good story but won’t firm up your dermis.

Jade (and the many types of mineral and crystal) Rollers

Tools like deep cleansing with a Clarisonic, NuFace Micro-current and Dermal Rolling are functional and visible.

If this tool makes you sit still and chill out whilst you massage your face for 10 minutes, roll on.

All good ladies, but again, if you are buying these units based on a brand telling you that once you start rolling, it increases circulation and gives a dewy glow’, save your cash.

The odds are that after the first few uses not seeing a miraculously ‘lift’, you’ll never use it again and will become another bathroom collector.

TIP! Know what else increases circulation and gives you a dewy glow? Your hands. Work your magic light worker!

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That’s a wrap

Tell me, have you tried these? What were your results? If not, I hope I saved you some money. and even more important, your brain energy.

Love n’ Light! - Kassandra

PS: Shop clean, evidence and solution based skincare over here! wwww.evoqbeauty.com

SKIN HEALTH AND LONGEVITY

Our fast-paced lifestyle choices, travel, nutrition, hormonal imbalance, and insufficient sleep brings us out of sync and our skin reflects it.

Our digital life with information overload overwhelms us, and you’re constantly being told to buy this new miracle cream or try that new facial filler. You just don’t know where to even start.
I hear you.

Let’s press reset and get clear, so you can love your skincare routine like you do your yoga.

The Core Four Regime from Evoq Beauty is a daily ritual of steps empowering a relationship with our skin’s natural rhythms to visibly repair damage instantly and prevent future damage. It ensures more resilient skin health that’s less reactive and decelerates aging over time.

Why You Need this Natural Hair Loss Solution Before It’s Too Late

Tell me, have you ever looked at your scalp or at your brush and thought ...

OMG, is all of this hair loss normal? 

Will my hair stop falling out? 

Is this aging or stress, my hair is getting thinner!

Industry-wide, thinning hair a leading concern amongst salon clients, but few hairstylists know how to help a client get from here (helping to identify the source) to THERE (determining the best starting point, testing and solution-based options for the client). 
I wish addressing thinning hair were as easy as just taking biotin, but it's not. 😔

| Fact |

40% of women have visible hair loss by the time they are age 40, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
I personally experienced losing over 50% of my hair in a short 2 weeks (literally) due to a perfect storm of stress and a health collapse (low hemoglobin).  I remember not wanting to even touch my scalp, let along wash my hair.  

Luckily, I had help to my kryptonite (Root Revival - explained below).  

In fact, this power hitter is 2X'S MORE POWERFUL THAN MINOXIDIL and 100% NATURAL and DRUG-FREE!

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Life begins at the SCALP.   

ENTER ROOT REVIVAL'S Multi-therapeutic Regime, while you still have time! 

• Help prevent hair loss

• May rejuvenate damaged hair follicles

• Aims to improve hair quality and texture

• Helps to restore healthy hair growth cycles

• Can increase circulation and nutrition to scalp and hair follicles

How'd Evoq different from other hair loss products?
Our activator takes into account the entire follicle process from start to finish.  Many other products have "mono" (one) ingredients that help hair loss, but often falls short or is over abrasive with salicylic acid to try to remove buildup - leaving the scalp dry and sensitive.  

How's the Root Revival Activator work?
Hair Loss happens due to the stem cells of the hair follicle becoming less productive. Moreover, the fibroblasts located in the dermal papilla are less effective in transmitting information to the stem cells, in consequence, the matrix is not able to renew itself as before.

Evoq's Root Revival Activator targets the hair follicle cells to reactivate its division and stimulate anagen initial phase (growth) and decrease the effects of the telogen phase (fall).

Its action on several fronts enhances hair growth more than any other compound, even more (clinically proven 2x's more) than Minoxidil which is known for its side effects.

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Research Study | Evoq Root Revival

To make it easy - below is a chart that displays the power of this powerful scalp enhancer, followed by a client that's experience incredible regrowth!  

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A REAL CASE STUDY WITH KATHY

The seek for a hairstylist that knew about hair loss…….

Before I met Kassandra at Beauty Ecology, I begrudgingly accepted the likelihood that, at age 60, I would see the progression of my hair loss to continue and leave few hairs left on my head.

Having thick hair most of my life and always wanting it "thinned," I now find it hard to imagine ever saying those words and didn’t want to turn to drug based hair growth topicals!  In fact, I literally saved the hair that came out after showering on my shower wall to measure the loss and not clog the drain. 

After mentioning my concern, Kassandra recommended her natural regrowth regime in her line called, Root Revival Advanced Root Therapy (shampoo, conditioner and tonic). 

Desperate then, but ecstatic now, I have used it for 6 months now and am delighted to share that my hair is much thicker and not falling out like before! 

It is amazing! I simply wash and condition and spray the tonic around the hairline on my forehead three times a week :).

If you’re experiencing hair loss, I highly recommend the Root Revival system! - Kathy Hare

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AWAKEN  

Advanced + Preventative
Thinning Solution

Prevent and protect BEFORE hair thinning starts …. women’s everyday solutions for thicker, fuller and more voluminous hair.

Awaken the scalp with our clinically proven 3-step regimen fortified with proprietary cellular regenerators and VivaBond youth-renewal complex.  The most advanced natural, safe - longer-term, chemical and drug-free answer for fine, thinning, and everyday healthy hair.  

Evoq’s 3 easy steps Cleanse, Nourish and Treat - work together to address women’s unique biological needs. 

Hair follicles often become inflamed and harmed by stress, hormonal imbalance, adrenal fatigue, pregnancy, birth control pills, and other medications. Hair colors and hair products loaded with aggressive chemicals and heat styling also create damages.

Use Root Revival’s 3-step regimen on a daily basis to maintain, strengthen, and stimulate hair naturally without any side effects.

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Step 1

Root Revival Wash - Cleanse

This sulfate free, anti-oxidant rich Wash cleanses hair with anti-inflammatory and deep-root energizing properties to leave your hair and scalp revitalised and refreshed. Daily use allows the lengthening of the growth phase of hair and it helps to suppress the effects of DHT (inhibits growth and kills follicle).  Rejuv as you treat with organic aromatics of Peppermint, spearmint, and lavender -a perfect ritual for preventative care. 

Step 2

Root Revival Rinse - Nourish

The lipid and protein rich Rinse delivers intensive nourishment to hair shaft and scalp without impeding the function of the subsequent Activator treatment.  It instantly strengthens all three layers of the hair structure to thicken and reduce breakage.  Hair is imparted with beautiful and healthy volume and bounce. 

Step 3

Root Revival Activator - Treat

The Root Activator is the key component to awakening your healthy hair and scalp regimen. It contains bio-active regenerative nutrients and vital detoxifying agents for DHT removal. This drug and chemical free formulation is designed to pro-actively bring back the youthful appearance of everyday full, thick and voluminous hair.  

Picture Perfect PROOF:  Studies show 85% of subjects showed positive results in less than 3 months with 9% of more hair and 17% less hair loss. These results are proven more effective than hair-transplant and almost 2x’s more effective to commonly used drug-based products.

Experience 100% Natural Hair Growth Solution with Root Revival Activating Tonic

A Quick and Easy 10 Minute Self-Hypnosis Relaxation Exercise

Hi Lovely!

Have you ever wanted to learn self hypnosis but didn’t know how or thought it was too complicated?

This easy self hypnosis technique is quick and easy to learn.

You can carry out my 10-minute self hypnosis technique almost anywhere*.

If you do it regularly, you will become more relaxed and develop a more balanced perspective.

The best part of my self hypnosis technique is it will help you achieve your goals and create the happiness you desire.

STEP 1: GET IN POSITION

Make yourself comfortable.

Sit with your hands and legs uncrossed and your head supported.

Gently close your eyes.

STEP 2: RATIO BREATHING [2 MINUTES]

Take a deep breath in.

As you inhale – slowly count backward – 3, 2, 1

As you exhale – slowly count backward – 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

Repeat 3 more times.

STEP 3: DEEP RELAXATION [3 MINUTES]

Continue breathing slowly and normally.

Slowly say the following statements to yourself.

After you say each statement, imagine those muscles becoming soft and deeply relaxed.

“All the muscles of my head and neck are soft and deeply relaxed”

and

“All the muscles of my shoulders, chest and arms are soft and deeply relaxed”

and

“All the muscles of my stomach and back are soft and deeply relaxed”

and

“All the muscles of my waist and bottom are soft and deeply relaxed”

and

“All the muscles of my legs and feet are soft and deeply relaxed”

Don’t worry if you don’t say the words exactly as they are written. It is the intention that is important not the words.

STEP 4: IMAGINATION [2 MINUTES]

Use your imagination to be in your favorite happy place.

As you start to deeply imagine your happy place, perhaps you might be able to:

see your happy place or

hear your happy place or

smell your happy place or

touch or feel your happy place.

Focus your attention on any one part of your happy place.

Hold your attention there for two minutes.

STEP 5: POSITIVE SUGGESTION [3 MINUTES]

Say to yourself any positive suggestions that can help you achieve your goal.

For example:

“I am confident and relaxed when I talk in public.”

OR

“I only want to eat healthy and nutritious food.”

OR

“I exercise for 30 minutes every day.”

OR

“I can achieve my ideal weight of _____ stone”

Repeat 10 times.

STEP 6: FINISH

Slowing count up from 1 to 10.

Open your eyes and say to yourself three times:

“I am fully alert and completely out of hypnosis.”

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

Well done you have now completed your 10-minute self-hypnosis exercise!

To achieve maximum results you should complete self-hypnosis every day for one month.

The best times are first thing in the morning or last thing at night, but you can do it on the train or bus going to work if you prefer!

Some people like to listen to relaxing music while they do self-hypnosis.

I hope you found my 10-minute quick and easy self hypnosis exercise useful and it helps you achieve your goals.

I would love to know how you found this self-hypnosis technique so please get in touch.

Learn more about the Power of Hypnotherapy here.

Look for my upcoming masterclass titled: Unlock the Garden of Your Mind to a Path of Less Stress and Transformation.

Could Your Tan Be Causing Infertility & MTHFR Deficiencies? [Questions the answer]

Hey lovely, a quick and important AH-HA I discovered that you should know about.

I was doing some research on a current quantum biofeedback client. For those not familiar with energetic tools, I am able to pull up imbalances such as nutrient, neurotransmitter deficiencies, hormones and more.

One “de-ficiency” that kept arising for this particular client all pointed to an inefficiency in her MTHFR (methylation capabilities). This means there is a genetic disposition.

As I researched what to add to her nutritional protocol, I came across this startling information and I wanted to share since we’re in HIGH TIDE of the SUNNY SUMMER.

Did you know that 45% of our society mutation/deficiency?

Here’s what I bet you did NOT know…..

Let alone is infertility a multi-billion dollar market full of women suffering the loss of not being able to have children (it’s rampant for hair stylists due to the chemical burden) - but excess SUN EXPOSURE is also known to create a deficiency in our ability to produce our own folic acid - which allows us to have proper methylation.

The root of the research is that reduced folic acid is a contributing factor to FERTILITY.

So NET NET - if you love the sun, and are trying for children, or not - Folic Acid is essential to all transaction in our body and are critical to have healthy production of. I’ve even seen studies on “Fake Tanning” depleting folic acid!

“Women who fake tan or overexpose to UV rays, could put themselves at an increased risk of fertility problems and having babies with birth defects, according to experts.”

”But I want that GLOW! “

What about SUNSCREEN and SUNLESS TANNERS?

Although being in the real sun may feel like a safe alternative to sunbeds, the sunblock products can contain a ‘cocktail’ of chemicals which may pose a risk to health – and can even cause cancer. 

Yes, even toxic sunless tanners have dangerous ingredients found to be hormone-disrupting compounds, which can affect the healthy development of babies.  

The products often also contain carcinogens, including formaldehyde and nitrosamines, as well as skin irritants and chemicals linked to allergies, diabetes, obesity and fertility problems.

The potentially dangerous effects of fake tanners are thought to be more worrying than for other cosmetics as it is applied over the whole body regularly.

It’s you want to avoid the cocktail effect, I suggest trying our ORGANIC SUNLESS TANNER as a mood-boosting, skin and health ‘precautionary approach’ to the UV Damage and other chemicals doing more harm than good.

MEET YOUR HEALTHY SKIN FIRMING BRONZING MATCH

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Better Skin + GLOW All Year Long
(sans carcinogens or UV ray skin aging)

You’ve trial and “errored’ a myriad of sunless tanners. You’ve stood in the cold spray tan machines, feeling sticky and stinky for hours after.

You’ve stained your clothes by accident.

But as a smart and savvy health-conscious consumer, you’re suspicious of ingredients and how to avoid that orange appeal.

WELCOME TO A NEW AGE OF SUNLESS BEAUTY

Finally, an organic and clean sunless tanner you can get a natural-looking, buildable, long-lasting color that's streak and stink free. All without putting your health at risk with harsh chemicals or spending hours damaging your skin or increasing skin cancer in the sun.

GIVE ME THE GLOW

A age-defying self-tanning lotion that is shown to radiate, revitalize, and recharge your skin with a natural, sun-kissed glow. Sans the chemicals...

Radiate everyday with a natural, sun-kissed glow

Revitalize with luxurious, ace-correcting and organic ingredients, 100% FREE of chemicals.

Recharge without spending hours basking in the sun (aka aging skin).

If you're like me, then you feel a little more awesome being tan.

Isn’t it amazing how just a little bit of extra color can make you feel that much more attractive?

When I'm tan I don't need as much makeup and I can wear a wider selection of fashion colors that do not make me look drowned out or too pale.

But here’s the deal. Getting "tan" whether from the sun or from a 'faux' product, often comes at a cost not worth the compromise. Let me explain.

These facts are startling.

As great as the warm sun and afterglow makes us feel, we know that sun and UV exposure is NOT good for our skin or health. UV exposure causes wrinkles, premature aging, brown age spots to possible cancer down the road.

The Leading Risks of UV Exposure

90% of all skin cancers and facial aging can be attributed to sun exposure and exposure to tanning beds.

Skin Cancer is the #1 most common cancer in the US

Skin Cancer is the #2 killer of women

Skin stress? Just think about this…..

Every time we tan, we're putting stress on our skin. In fact, you visibly see this stress as your skin turns to a darker tone.

Do you remember a sunscreen-free time as a child, later indoor tanning beds in high school and red skin-shock from winter break vacations? Yup, we've all been there and thought we were invincible. It’s this damage that accumulates over time.

Clean Beauty Solutions for a Realistic Tan

Many women turn to the easy solution of a sunless tanners, whether it's the middle of winter or if we don't have time to sunbathe (hello office hours).

But here’s the rub! Left unchecked, most conventional products present potential exposure to harsh chemicals that can store in our tissue, cause hormone disruption and more.

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A shortlist example are the following (avoid):

Oxybenzone: a chemical that messes with our hormones and increase our risk of skin cancer.

Formaldehyde as they break down, such as diazolidinyl urea and DMDM hydantoin.

Phthalates and fragrance: synthetics that dry out the skin and can damage the liver, kidneys, lungs, and reproductive system.

You’re savvy, but this is a reminder that we both can agree on - we wouldn’t want to put these compounds on the skin!

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Your Healthy Way to Glow

Hi, I'm Kassie Kuehl, founder of Evoq Beauty, and I have two simple passions:

BEAUTY and HEALTH.

As a 20 year organic salon owner, I believe you deserve to look and feel their best whether it's finding the right hairstyle, the perfect fitted jeans, or having smooth and bright skin tone.

“Natural” can be trickery due to excessive “green washing,” leaving you with disguised hidden toxins.

I have a unapologetic passion for truth and creating products that promote health and beauty at the same time.

And that's reflected in my sunless tanner Honeydip.

Hundreds of repeat users have vouched with their investment on having both firm and youthful tan.

When crafted right, sunless tanning products can help alleviate advanced skin aging and help reduce the increased risk of cancer.

Stress free, It's now easier than every to achieve a flawless tan at home without all the risks associated with UV damage and harsh chemicals. It works with all skin types, tones and complexions. It's safe and luxurious lotion is formulated to work gently on your face and gently on your body. Easy to blend, simple to apply and very forgiving.

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A Personal Message From Kassandra, Founder of Evoq

After years of studying functional medicine and learning how our outer “exposome” and beauty products directly affect us, I found a hole in the market when seeking my own desire for a safe and none-stink chemical laden sunless tanner.

Considering I lost my brother at 16 of Skin Cancer, I had an underlying drive to craft a premium health conscious and age-defying lotion that you could 100% trust!

So, when you buy a Evoq Beauty products, you should know this:

You will get small batch products curated with ingredients formulated with purpose and for results. Join us in making your beauty, biology and well-being a priority – with armomatic, organic and highly effective solutions you can trust.

Head over to Evoqbeauty.com and experience or Honey Dip for yourself.