Everyone’s heard of gua sha and dry brushing—but what about the rituals that haven’t gone viral yet? They might not be on your radar, but they should be in your routine.
1. Skin Icing with Herbs
Forget plain ice cubes—freeze skin-soothing teas like chamomile, green tea, or rosewater into cubes and glide them over your face in the morning. This brightens skin, tightens pores, reduces puffiness, and feels like a mini spa treatment. The herbal infusion claims to add a gentle antioxidant boost you won’t get from water alone.
2. Oil Pulling for Glowier Skin
This practice isn’t just for oral health. Swishing coconut or sesame oil in your mouth for 10–20 minutes a day is thought to detoxify the body—helping reduce inflammation, which often shows up in the skin. Many people report clearer, more balanced complexions after just a few weeks.
3. Rice Water Hair Soaks
Used for centuries by women in China, rice water is rich in amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals that strengthen hair, reduce breakage, and add shine. Soak your hair in fermented rice water once a week for a silky-soft feel.
4. Moon Bathing
Just like sunbathing, moon bathing involves letting your skin soak in the reflective light of the full moon. While it doesn’t tan or tone, many claim it supports circadian rhythm, reduces stress, and has subtle effects on hormonal balance—especially if practiced with intention.
5. Sound Healing While Masking
Why not pair your next sheet mask with a sound bath? Vibrational healing (using singing bowls or specific frequencies) is said to calm the nervous system, reduce cortisol, and enhance your body’s ability to repair.
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