Curious to know why we love nature so much? Because it has serious benefits and is seriously fun! Spending time in nature can help lower stress levels, boost your mood and help you focus. But don’t worry if you don’t have much time to get outside. One study found that 15 minutes with nature has been proven to have a major de-stress effect! Keep reading to learn about the many benefits of nature for your body and mind.
Boosts Your Mood
Feeling down? Here’s how to boost your mood: Head to the beach, the woods, the park, or anywhere outdoors! Not only does being in the great outdoors help make you happier, but it can give you a burst of energy, can help you sleep better, and countless other benefits! That’s why we’re encouraging everyone to get an instant boost of happy by spending more time with nature! And we’re spreading the word for our movement with #NatureReset.
Helps You De-Stress
Between school pressure, social media, drama with friends, and so much more, it’s no wonder that daily life can get stressful. The good news: A few minutes with nature can help lower stress levels! But what can you do if you can’t be IN nature? Try being WITH it! Watching YouTube videos of waterfalls, crashing waves or other natural environments, listening to birds chirping, rain showers or any nature sounds, or just being around plants can also help you chill out. Plus, breathing in the fresh scents of St. Ives face and body products can totally bring the outside in!
Helps Improves Focus, Memory & Creativity
Whether you’re studying for a test or scrolling through your feed, it’s easy to get overloaded with information. Luckily, soaking up the sights, sounds, and scents of the great outdoors can do wonders for your brain! One article found that spending time in nature can help you focus, improve your short term memory, and spark your creativity. That’s all great news for your grades, your passion projects (aka painting, writing, dancing, making music, and beyond), and your day-to-day life.
Reduces Inflammation
You’ve probably heard people talk about inflammation when it comes to mental and physical well-being. When it happens in the body, inflammation has been tied to everything from feeling down to some really serious health problems. But have no fear: Nature is here! Spending time with nature has been shown to be one of the easiest things you can do to help cut down on inflammation in your body.
Helps to Keep You Healthy
Everyone knows that baking in the sun is bad, but did you know that spending a few minutes soaking up sunshine is actually good for you? True story. That’s because when sunlight hits your skin it creates and activates vitamin D, which is something that helps protect your body from getting sick. But the health benefits of nature go beyond sunlight. Turns out that being around grass, plants, and trees can boost your immunity, which means your body can do a better job of fighting off common colds and flus. Basically, nature is good for your health. Like really good!
We’re superfans of everything nature. It’s why our products contain ingredients like fuzzy apricots, milky coconuts, zingy cranberries, and creamy shea butter. In addition, we use the 100% naturally sourced exfoliant crushed walnut shell powder, in many of our face scrubs. 100% naturally sourced moisturizers, like soybean oil and plant based glycerin, go into our our body lotions, and 100% naturally sourced extracts, like orchid, into our body washes.
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There’s a lot of buzz around physical exfoliation, but rest-assured, it is a safe and effective way to exfoliate your skin when done correctly!
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It’s a no brainer to switch your wardrobe when the seasons change, but did you know that your body’s skin care needs change too? Keep reading as we answer all your seasonal skin care questions and offer ways to adjust your routine for hydrated, healthy skin all year long.
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We spend a lot of time in the shower, but are you making the most of it? If not, we’re here to help! Whether you shower first thing in the morning to start your day or right before bed to unwind, here are some self-care tips for an amazing shower experience.
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How do you deal with stress? If you opt for exercise, meditation, yoga, or journaling you’re on the right track. But do these activities out in nature, and their stress-lowering benefits go to the next level. In fact, just 15 minutes with nature is proven to have a serious de-stress effect! 1
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We love nature just as much as you do! It has plenty of good stuff that brings out your skin’s natural glow like exfoliating walnuts, or soybean —you name it. That’s why our products feature 100% naturally sourced exfoliants, extracts, or moisturizers so that you can always feel revitalized and glow.
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Fact: Working out is a great way to burn off stress and boost your mood. That’s because exercise has been shown to lower cortisol levels (aka the body’s stress hormone) and release endorphins (the body’s happy hormone). And when you do it in a park, the woods, a beach or any natured-filled space, you get the added benefits of nature!
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Exfoliation is the removal of dead and the oldest skin cells from the topmost layer of skin and can be accomplished via face scrubs, facials or peels. Now, how often should you exfoliate your face? Skin should be exfoliated on a consistent and regular basis as dead skin can get trapped on the surface and cause clogged pores, rough skin texture, dullness, and breakouts!
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It’s no secret that washing your face has been a no-brainer since rubber duckies were a part of bath time. It’s also safe to say that your morning and nighttime cleansing routines have changed a bit (ok, a lot) since then. So, you’ll want to make sure you know the right way. Let’s review.
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Confused by skin cleansers? We got you. To make the whole get-glowing-skin process easier, we’re answering some of the hottest questions surrounding the topic (what is a cleanser, what does cleanser do, how do I use a facial cleanser, how often…you get the idea) plus offering up a few ways St. Ives products can help you always put your best face forward.
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Here's the thing: There are a slew of scrubs and choose from out there in this great big world of beauty. Why? Because there are many types of skin! Maybe you've already identified the characteristics of the skin you're in (definitely humble brag-worthy), and maybe not (no worries, you're still good). Either way, we're here to help you. Ahead, the best scrub and face wash for all skin types.
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You might know skin exfoliation to be that thing that has something to do with face scrubs. Maybe you’ve heard it’s your ticket to fresher, more radiant-looking skin. Both are true!
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Winter can be harsh on your skin. From itchy and irritated to dry and dull, the coldest season is not kind to your complexion. But don’t let winter get you down!
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