1/ Accessories, all shiny and new in our new bag ..
I don’t know about you, but when I was a little girl, the thing I loved most about the new school year was all the new gadgets and other fun accessories that my mother would buy for me during our shopping trips to get everything I needed for school…new bag, trendy pencil case, colourful pens, new shoes…Other little things that made that time so much more fun, each school year.. And even though I do not go to school anymore (obviously) , I have kept this sort of “ tradtion” alive, as it is one that I find really useful, pleasant and symbolic of making this time of year more bearable and starting off on the right foot, motivated and full of resolutions 😉 Long live colorful diaries, original and even scented pencils, customised and wirelesses mice , new iphone, mac or tablet cases and other gadgets of this kind. We really do go all out on cool accessories that are both colourful and trendy to really make this time much more fun 😉
And speaking of colourful accessories..I have found THE ultimate bottle for my bag 😉 To really apply our detox routine and do it correctly by drinking 1 litre of water or infusions on a daily basis, we should always consciously bring a bottle in our bag. But not just any bottle…Forget plastic and get yourself one of these original beautiful glass bottles, complete with a protective colourful silicone pouch by Lov Organic, who make the most superb ethical, practical and colourful accessories…
2/ Healthier & happier ..
To take on this new season with good intent, we do the Happy Detox.. No diet, nor limitations but a healthy, well-balanced seasonal diet. No need to go over the top but all these small changes bring excellent results, and we quickly feel better both in body and mind.. This small book which accompanies me wherever I go is a real source of information, recipe ideas and good advice to live better and healthier by respecting the cycle and the nature of the body .. Some ideas to keep in mind: begin the day with a good lemon juice pressed in some tepid water, boost the body with the herbal juice or a chlorella cure, and start drinking green smoothies to fill up with energy.. and why don’t you try the grape detox ?
Another trick, for those of you, like me who find it difficult to drink the famous 1l or 1,5L of water a day, I cheat a little by adding infusions and green tea which I take everywhere (in my famous small bottle).. And regarding tea I have a soft spot for teas and organic infusions by Love organic.. I adore their colored packaging and their natural mixtures.. In this blog I actually wanted to make you discover the last 2 creations which completely won me over ; the mixture Run For Love for sportswomen (hibiscus, pomegranate and mulberries) and the mixture Love Is Pure with green tea, matte, stinging nettle, apple, pineapple, grapefruit and lemon).. You can have as much as you want of this, and it can be served hot or cold…
And of course do not forget to practise a regular physical activity .. This time of year is the perfect opportunity to try new activities so come on let’s make the most of it ! Dance, yoga, running, cross fitness, swimming, walking in nature .. The main thing is to do what we enjoy, that we have fun and that the gym is not too far from at our home or job (otherwise at the end of 2 weeks, we simply wont go anymore)
3/My autumnal anti-depression survival kit
In September, it is not always easy to resume the ways of everyday life.. Summer is finished, and it is hard to return to reality.. Hello to grey mornings and long moments of solitude despairing in front of my wardrobe not knowing what to wear because it will be cold in the morning, but then warm in the afternoon, and then cold again at the end of the day, without forgetting the return of stress, pressure, early alarm clocks at dawn, and panda tired eyes, not enough time for yourself, in fact not enough time full stop. In short back to the routine.. And even if we have really made the most of sun and summer and stocked up on good vibes and positive energy, the dolce vita disappears so fast, as do our tans which become nothing more than a distant memory as soon as we encounter the first traffic jams, rain, and the subway.. Whoop Whoop!
To help get over this in a more serene and positive way, we must breath and relax. There are lots of natural ways in which we can help ourselves feel better. Essential oils, Bach flowers, elixirs, soothing tea infusions, yoga, massages etc. The choice is yours!
Personally, I alternate between several Bach flowers of Bach elixirs according to my frailties and feelings at the moment .. So take as and when you need, everyone is different (purchase in pharmacy, non-pharmaceutical chemist’s, organic stores, or at Art Stella,, the shop specialized for elixirs = > you can order by phone, and be sent purchases, the seller gives excellent advice) ..
For those of you who are really anxious, always keep Rescue Remedy in your bag either in drops or spay,and take several times a day if need be, or the roll on anti-stress in essential oil from Puressentiel, to apply to the temples .. And in the evening, those of you who are anxious and have difficulty getting any shut-eye can use the diffuser, and use a mix of soothing essential oil in a small diffuser in your room, and take some drops of Rescue Night helps to avoid having to count sheep… Something else that I love is the vapour spray by Elixir & co in bach flowers, spray it everywhere. You can find different scents, depending on your needs: sleep, special kids, emergencies, stress, conflict, energy etc.).. We vaporize the mist in order to sleep well and comfortably, in our bedroom, it is extremely pleasant;)
As soon as our budget allows it, offer ourselves a good massage, a hammam or a good energy care so that we feel on top of our game, both spiritually and physically and also in our chakras = > cf Romains Camus, johanna awakening or get a massage shiatsu etc… And otherwise, a small piece of dark chocolate from time to time doesn’t hurt anyone and it is full of magnesium 😉 I love the chocolate at La manufacture Paris by Alain Ducasse..
4/ Indian summer in our bathroom is good for the mood …
Let’s go back to the south just for a moment with a beauty basket that smells of summer and sun. This summer Mr wonderful & l’ Occitane have united to offer us an adorable and very complete kit.. It contains 6 miniatures which we can take everywhere : the moisturizing hand cream Karité Délice de Rose (10ml)/ a Karite footcream perfumed in Lavender (10ml / a relaxing Aromachologie mist (15ml / a perfumed Jasmine and Bergamot orange soap (50g / a perfumed Jasmine and Bergamot orange milk (35ml / a shower oil in Almond (35ml).. This gorgeously cute mini basket is still available on-line and in all l’Occitane shops. In case of difficult mornings, time difference, tired eyes or big suitcases, I always have a box of patches from Klorane in cornflower which I leave in the refrigerator.. I leave them for roughly 20 minutes (or 30 if it is a disaster) while I have lunch.. When I remove them, my eyes are soothed, rested and deflated.. Ready for castings:-)
Ah and I spoke to you about the benefits of grapes for the body.. The skin also absolutely loves them! So give your skin a grape detox too! In the morning and evening, vaporize the face with grape water by Caudalie to make it glow, hydrate, smooth the lines and to tighten pores.. Caudalie also united with Jason Wu this season to create a sublime one designer bottle in limited edition. Result? A very chic, stylistic and ultra feminine bottle, perfect for september 😉
5/ Last but not least …
A little plus for those of you who are ultra nostalgic of the beach : we can add several drops of monoi oil into our bath, a handful of sea salt and a candle By The Sea in soft and sweet scents of pine, hot sand and the ocean. Relaxation and escape guaranteed.
I discovered these artisanal candles in essential oils in a little boutique in Lacanau..They are hand-made with recyclable glass, soy wax and essential oils. They smell deliciously good and for several hours diffuse this holiday scent in the house. I hae to admit that since my return to paris my candles have been burning non stop. For the different scents I found it quite difficult to choose between Indian summer, Ocean, Pine forest, surf and sun etc.. We can order these candles made in Hoosegow with love and other creations directly on the online site, or in several boutiques, in Hossegor, Lacanau, Bordeaux and Andernos etc..)
And you, how do you get through this time? What are your hints and tricks for going back to school or work, for the arrival of Autumn, and the depression that sweeps over us after our holidays ? Do not hesitate to share your tips and advice <3
Kisses
