Feeling disconnected from your self-care routine? In today’s episode, host Megan Swan sits down with May Lindstrom—founder, CEO, and “skin chef” behind the cult-favorite May Lindstrom Skin—to explore how ritual, ingredient sourcing, and simple presence can transform your relationship with skincare and self-nourishment.

Key Points Discussed:

• Skincare Rituals: How May’s daily practices center water, touch, and intention—even (or especially) on tough days.

• Skin as Self-Connection: Seeing your skin as an invitation for intimacy, presence, and listening to what you truly need.

• The “Skin Chef” Approach: Why sourcing, freshness, and ingredient story matter as much in skincare as in food.

• Making Beauty Rituals Accessible: Ways to layer intention and pleasure into routines—regardless of budget or time constraints.

• The Power of Ingredients: A deep dive into sourcing world-class botanicals (like blue tansy) and the importance of trusting your skin to real, nourishing formulas.

• Entrepreneurship & Resilience: May shares what’s fueled her journey through setbacks and why beauty should reflect and celebrate real-life, real bodies.

TLDR: Skincare is less about perfection, products, or trends—and more about tuning into your body, intention, and pleasure. Make your daily shower or face routine a moment of gratitude, not just a task.

Thank you for listening!

If this episode inspired you, please take a screenshot, share it on socials, and tag @meganswanwellness and @maylindstromskin. We love seeing how you ritualize your life!

Connect with Megan Swan

http://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellnesshttp://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellnesswww.meganswanwellness.com

Connect with May Lindstrom

https://www.maylindstrom.com@maylindstromskin

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