The Light Between

If your meditation practice or self hypnosis process continuously feels like a push and pull effort, and you can’t stop thinking, analyzing, and wondering if you’re doing it right, you’re doing the exact opposite of what you’re trying to accomplish.

That’s why I want to demystify the process and how truly important wave form energetic practices help support us and relieve our stress.

The purpose of meditation and self-hypnosis is to slow down your brain waves and get beyond the thinking, analytical mind. What I want you to understand is that you already know how to do this, because you do it every day.

If you can begin your practice with the understanding that all you’re doing is relaxing your body (just like when you’re falling asleep) while keeping your mind conscious and awake—and if you can continuously move deeper into this state of relaxation while focusing on nothing (or not thinking)—you’ve just opened the doorway between the conscious and subconscious mind.

Lets Talk about the Ladder of Consciousness - let's jump in! 

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Self-awareness leads to self-regulation and our optimal health at every level.

It's challenging to change without an awareness of the necessity to change. In this case, what you don't know will hurt you.  

Depression

Dealing with depression is fundamental to living a satisfying life, and that’s reason enough to pursue mindfulness- energetic  and mood-boosting solutions. But a recent study provides even more motivation:

Researchers have found that negative thoughts can lead to premature cell death—and that equals aging.

How? The lifespan of a cell is dictated in part by a cellular structure called a telomere, which protects genetic data and helps cells divide.

Each time a cell divides, however, the telomere shortens; eventually it becomes too short and the cell dies.

In an analysis of studies involving more than 7,000 people, researchers discovered that telomeres were significantly shorter in people suffering from depression compared to their happier counterparts.

Hostility

Taming your response to the person who just cut you off or looping old negative thoughts from someone that “pissed you off” is costing you and adds years to your life, suggests research from the University College London.

Hostile thoughts are seen to shorten these cellular structures, leading to premature aging of cells—and you.

Cynicism

Doubting and being skeptical of any new or different ideas points to a study published the Journal of Behavioral Medicine found that cynical individuals had a much higher risk of heart attack, depression, metabolic disease, and die at younger ages.

Pessimism

Expecting the worst is really just the worst. In a study on pessimism and telomere length, researchers found that pessimism in both men and women was linked to poor health and shorter telomeres; when pessimists developed cancer or heart disease, the sickness progressed faster ending in an earlier death.

Rumination

Getting stuck in a rut is different from healthy reflection and a healthy future vision.

If you’re analyzing that same situation over and over - that’s rumination and it’s linked to anxiety and depression, according to research.

High levels of the stress hormone cortisol and elevated heart rate, which along with depression can shorten telomeres.

Other feelings such as suppression, comparison and more all point to the same results - excess cortisol, the release of stress revealing hormones - and the electrical messaging to the life supporting organs such as our gut, liver and heart.  

Thats the long of it!  Now make sure you have the self love and external support to keep those telomeres lengthened! 

xo  Please reach out for any help via Clinical Hypnotherapy or quantum biofeedback where we can quickly get to the root. 

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How Natural Skin Actives Compare to "MD Med Spa" Solutions

Over the past two decades, the emergence of medpsas has grown to see the fusion of medical practitioners in a field normally associated with the more holistic field of spa therapies.  

The market perception was an upgrade of the spa to include medically based treatments and products containing ‘medical grade’ ingredients.  

This model worked well especially with regard to aggressive anti-aging treatments.  These included invasive therapies such as laser, micro-dermabrasion, injections of fillers, and more.

When it came to the products used to support these services, medspas depended on pseudo-pharmaceutical sounding brands claiming to offer ‘medical grade’ product ingredients.  

Many doctors were encouraged to put their name on the products that led patients to assume that these products were medically formulated.

More recently however, the medspa market assumptions are being challenged as follows:

Assumption 1:  

Medical Grade Ingredients:  

These ingredients were assumed to be superior such as retinol, glycolic acid and other very chemical sounding ingredients. 

 However in recent years, naturally sourced ingredients which have been in use now for several decades have been subjected to clinical testing with surprisingly positive results.  

Botanical and algal extracts have proven themselves to stimulate cellular renewal leading to firmer and more youthful looking skin.

Assumption 2:  

Medical Grade Ingredients Trust Factor:  

This assumed that the market would always trust the efficacy of pharma-sounding ingredients over natural ingredients.  

However clients patronizing medspas today are influenced by the growing importance of products that are ‘clean’ and ‘green.’  

They pick up products recommended to them and read the back labels carefully.  Too many chemicals  lead many to return the jar or bottle back on the shelf.

The Internet Trifecta

Information on matters of safety and efficacy of product ingredients is now accessible through a number of websites on your smart phone.  

Ecocert and Environmental Working Group are among a number of sites that rate the safety of any ingredient you are going to find in products..

  If a preservative has been shown carcinogenic or an exfoliant shown to prove damaging to skin, consumers will find out and challenge doctors.

That is why Evoq has chosen to create a strategic suite skin care that addresses skin care concerns safely that use clean and green solutions.  

I want you to note that many of the incredible and powerful ingredients that we use can stand up to most pharmaceutical ingredients.  

And also note that these are nearly all ‘anti-inflammatory.’  

This is critical   when considering that inflammation brought on by environmental aging factors—pollution of air and water, stress, U/V exposure, hormonal disrupters and more—bring on an inflammatory response that our products fight hard against.

For example, our Oxygen Infused Pro-Collagen Firming Cream:  

This cream is unique in that it is infused with liquid oxygen.  By the time we arrive at our mid-40’s in age, our skin’s ability to absorb oxygen is reduced by as much as 50%!  

This results in diminished cellular metabolism translating into slower collagen replacement and dehydration that accentuates wrinkles.  

Moreover, liquid oxygen potentiates the collagen generating properties of special peptides and anti-oxidants extracted from micro-algae.  Hyaluronic acid at 3% helps to lock in moisture.   

I could go on for days on this subject (and I will another day) but that’s good for now. 

FORGET what you thought about products, theres been a paradigm shift and I’m here to help you walk through the overwhelm.  First you have to be open to what you thought “you knew.” 

Cheers!  Head over to   www.evoqbeauty.com to learn more about our ETHOS!  Yes, you can have it all! 

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What does “increases circulation” really mean regarding the health of the skin?

Why is lymphatic flow and circulation such a necessary function for skin wellness?

What are we circulating?

How do stillness and tension versus massage melting help promote circulation?

👩🏻‍💻 Curious?

Tap into this episode (and your skin) for all the divine and skin glowing details!  

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I’m losing my hair, will it grow back? Address the #1 Root Now

As an organic salon owner for 20 years, this is by far the most common question I receive: 

I’ve lost so much of my hair, will it come back? 

Its a sensitive question so I want to address it here in detail.

Here’s the FACT:  Hair Loss Directly a Reflection of  Inflammation in the body. 

First, it’s fundamental to understand that hair loss is a symptom of inflammation. There are many unique causes of inflammation (which we will call root causes) that can disrupt our hair growth process.

I say “unique” because the root causes of hair loss will vary person to person depending on factors such as your individual health history, nutritional status, chemical exposure, and genetics.

Even if someone shares the same diagnosis as you (for example, androgenic alopecia), that does not mean that you share the same root causes. And, its important to note that a diagnosis is not the same thing as a root cause.

Another important point I want to stress is just because you share the same root cause with someone does not mean that it will display itself outwardly the same.

Here’s a simple example.  If you have two people exposed to the mold exposure (the root cause) there may be one person who experiences the symptom of hair loss while the other may experience the symptom of rashes. 

That’s because symptoms such as hair loss are considered not tied to just one root cause.

Root causes can also produce more than one symptom; its not typical that for every one root cause there is just one symptom. 

A final point I want to make about root causes is that there is always more than one. While you’re searching for the root causes of your hair loss, remember that it’s not just one thing but likely many different sources of inflammation and imbalance that will need to be addressed.

What Symptoms Like Hair Loss Are Showing You

Outside of a traditional diagnosis, symptoms like hair loss are a catalyst from other current habits (nutritional, lifestyle, environmental, etc.); meaning that the way we have been living is a mismatch to our body’s needs.

This should be seen as an invitation to deeper into our lives and to grow and evolve; to question our existing habits, incongruent thoughts and to try new things.

To regain our health, I hope we all can be willing to learn a new way to live. I’m sure you remember the quote by Henry Ford….. 

“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” 

If we want a different outcome, we have to possibly remove what we think we “know” and move into being willing to embrace new tiny habits.

“ Inch by inch is a sinch, yard by hard is way too hard. “

NO ONE “deserves” hair loss, you also do not deserve to be experiencing something as emotionally devastating as hair loss, nor are you to always be to blame. 

Where I want to refocus is that we are all responsible, or rather, respond-able; meaning able to respond to our circumstances. 

You have the power to start making different choices that can have real, tangible benefits to your health and the health of your hair.

What Results Are Possible For You? Is Your Hair Loss Reversible?

As to whether or not women’s hair loss is reversible, it’s important to understand that this is highly individual and dependent on many different factors. In some instances, inflammation that has unknowingly been allowed to persist for years can lead to irreversible structural changes; for example, leading to permanent damage of the hair follicle.

I refer to this issue of slowing thinning hair as “follicle miniaturization.” 

I’ve always followed a Functional Medicine approach which is an evidence-based way to reverse the main catalysts of dis-ease, including hair loss.

It’s critical that we view hair loss – whether it ends up being reversible, or not – as a clue pointing us to a deeper source of inflammation and imbalance that needs our attention.

Investing in your wellness and caring for your body is an act of self-compassion and love. It’s not specific results that should motivate us to make the critical changes to our habits, but our desire to be a good steward or caretaker of our body.

What results are possible for you? There is only one way to find out, and that is to start.

By addressing our individual root causes, we can feel better than many of us thought was possible. 

Imagine being able to finally break free of the symptoms you thought you were stuck “dealing with” like gas and bloating, period pain, frequent headaches, skin rashes and acne, uncontrollable cravings, unrelenting anxiety and fatigue – – and, for some women, by addressing their root causes of inflammation they are able to experience decreased hair shedding and hair regrowth.

Lastly is hormone testing. 

When women implement hormone testing, this is often missed. 

Its important to consider the timing of your testing if you are a menstruating pre-menopausal.

Levels of hormones in women between puberty and menopause fluctuate throughout the month depending on where they are at in their cycle. At certain points during our cycle, certain hormones can be low while others are high, and vice versa. It’s important that you have your hormones tested on the right day of your cycle so that they can provide an accurate picture of your levels.

For most women, testing hormones during the mid-luteal phase (days 17-21 of a normal cycle) provides the most accurate picture. You can calculate which day of the month to do the hormone assessment by counting forward from the first day of your period (Day 1 of your cycle).

So, what are your key takeaways?   Has your mind begun to think about how you can start to investigate your inner and outer ecosystem? 

I truly believe its never too early for women to start using hair growth support in their lifestyle.  Our Root Revival Activator is a topical spray proven to be 2x’s more powerful than drug-based minoxidil.  

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I’m always here for you. Reach out at any time!  Xo Kassandra

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We all live in an ocean of motion, and by that, I mean energetic waves of frequency.  

At the densest form, it makes the seat your sitting on, your organs, and the physical screen you tapped onto to lead you to this mind-opening episode you’re listening to today. 

For over 2 years I have used biofeedback to measure, support, and rebalance the energetic health and consciousness of my client’s lives. 

When you can physically see the representation of what is invisible to the eye, it brings you into a whole new realm of possibility and scientific reality in a very 5-Dimensional way. 

Energy, and being able to test energy may be a quantum leap for many, but like anything when we are open to a new idea, let go of limiting thoughts - you enter a literal field of consciousness that will allow more space for healing and opportunity - seen and unseen - all to be manifested.   

Today we’re stepping out of the “WOO” and into the powerful force of energy that is validated through THIRD-PARTY TESTING and how you can effortlessly help balance the energetic health with some of the latest creations today. 

Our guest Phillip, who is a prolific entrepreneur joins us as we gather at the round table to discuss his latest inventions from Leela Quantum Technology - all created to improve the life force of your health, environment, and yes (even your pet’s vitality) - while having a positive impact on your mind and thoughts. 

Whether you want to improve your sleep or performance, become more effective at work or focus more in class (hello mothers taming your children at home), there is a wide variety of ways to apply these tangible energy enhancing techniques to your life to use as a safeguard from the toxic world we live in.

About Philipp Samor Von Holtzendorff-Fehling:

Philipp is a conscious entrepreneur, alternative health ambassador, and energy healer. 

Professionally, he has been a successful international business as CMO and Vice President at Fortune 500 companies in Europe and the US.

Trained in various energy healing and shamanic practices, Philipp has worked through blockages and barriers that prevented him to truly connect with his true self. 

His main current focus is on Leela Labs, manufacturer of C60 and  Leela Quantum Tech, which provides quantum energy and frequency products to support health and well-being.

On Today’s Episode You’ll Awaken to:

• Standing on the shoulders of many giants - the field of quantum energy is growing leaps and bounds.
• Big picture importance of adjusting our frequency - to the very well thought out and tested intricacies.
• Quantum is leading in everyday wearables that have been studied and validated.
• The tools of ENERGETIC TRADE.
• How they broadcast energy to support health and healing.
• The difference between EMF pendants and Leela.
• How Leela generates a  “torus field generator” while wearing the clothes.
• How Leela’s tests and studies go far beyond the topic of electromagnetic radiation.
• Clothing is 99% protective effect against current electromagnetic radiation.
• What is Biobase Frequency:  100 Vitamin/minerals.
• Brass helps to broadcast the frequencies outward.
• Medical grade purple spheres go into the brass capsule.
• First movers worldwide in quantum-charged clothing.
• Clothing is antiviral and anti-radiation, but also simultaneously promotes health and well being.
• Extensive third-party studies and excellent test results across the board.
• Improve the quality of your water at home and on the road.
• Intensify the taste of your food and extend its shelf life.
• Optimize your fitness and recover faster.
• Ease pain and activate your inner healer.
• Help become more resistant to stress and more efficient in your daily tasks.
• Helps bring Focus and prevents exhaustion.
• A profound energetic tool that NEVER loses charge!

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(Corneo-what?)  The “First Do No Harm” Approach to Anti-Aging 

One aspect of Evoq’s skin philosophy stems from the research from Professor Albert Kligman who  is widely regarded as the father of cosmeceuticals, yet he was also well known for his pioneering work on corneotherapy.   

Corneotherapy is the care and treatment of the stratum corneum, the skin’s topmost layer and its principal barrier defence.  The stratum corneum is responsible for environmental protection while preventing water loss through the skin.  

An event that occurs on its surface can initiate a domino effect that sends ripples throughout the rest of the skin.  It is well-established that the skin contains entire sets of barrier defence systems – all interconnected, co-regulated, and interdependent – like cogwheels in a machine.  If one barrier function is compromised, other systems are also affected.  

As such, we treat it with respect by recommending a slower approach to skin correction.  We do not promote aggressive modalities or radical procedures that shock the skin into a temporary state of repair to restore appearance (such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or improper use of lasers).  

Corneotherapy takes the science of cosmeceuticals one step further. It could be argued that corneotherapy is the skin care concept of the future.  It’s where science meets beauty.  Another way of thinking of it is that it provides the link between dermatology and cosmetics.

An understanding of the role of the stratum corneum is key to the principles of corneotherapy. Essentially skin cannot be corrected if the stratum corneum is not in equilibrium. Many clinicians use treatments on their clients without first ascertaining the level of cellular damage or the condition of the bi-layers of the skin.  This can result in expensive, repeat treatments that do not obtain the desired results or may even fail completely.

Corneotherapy approaches skin care differently.  Before any treatment or products are prescribed, a thorough examination of the condition of the bi-layers of the skin is undertaken. It is important during this process not to upset the acid mantle, but rather give it what it needs to maintain harmony. 

Then, and only then, can you give it the ‘super food’ via advanced pure products, that it needs.

Corneotherapy treatment is centred on recovery of the stratum corneum. The stratum corneum, once seen as a layer of ‘dead’ cells whose sole function was to provide an impermeable barrier, has suddenly come ‘alive’.  While the stratum corneum consists of cells not capable of dividing and multiplying, it is far from being static tissue. Rather, it is dynamic and complex. 

When the skin’s barrier is disrupted, it is no longer protected from environmental stressors and pollution and loses its ability to protect and defend itself. If perfumes, emulsifiers and mineral oils are added to skin care products, the skin can quickly become further compromised.

Among the obviously harmful substances are surfactants, emulsifiers, preservatives and allergenic perfume substances.

Kligman had a clever way of describing corneotherapy as being like an “outside- in” therapy, where “outside” is the stratum corneum and “in” are the therapeutic effects starting in the stratum corneum and working their way into the deeper layers.

As Dr Kligman once said: “Whenever you see inflamed skin, regardless of its cause, it means that the stratum corneum is leaky and permeable. But, if you repair the stratum corneum, that tells the underlying tissues that they don’t have to keep reacting like there’s danger in the environment.”  

At Evoq - I couldn’t agree more and believe we have developed a unique and effective range of treatments and products to restore balance to the stratum corneum and promote ongoing healthy, energetic balanced skin.

Corneotherapy and Aging

“A curious thing about ageing is that everyone knows what it looks like, but no one seems to know what it is.”

Maintaining a healthy and functioning barrier provides overall protection against dehydration, the penetration of germs, allergens, irritants, oxidative stress, and excessive ultra violet radiation. Application of products based on the theories of corneotherapy supports a gradual healing of any inflammation and other conditions that impair the barrier function. As stated earlier, there is a lessening of the cell function in aging skin. Nevertheless, we know that we can make both external and internal adjustments to alter the affects of the aging process. This indeed supports cell functioning and repair with improved immune response and rebuilding of the skin barrier.

Skin care products should be formulated with mimetic agents that compliment the skin. The dermal membrane structure in the barrier layers of the stratum corneum consists of ceramides, cholesterol and palmitic acid.6 They are naturally found in the skin bilayers that are responsible for maintaining the natural moisturizing factors (NMF) and continued regenerating of a strong skin defence. A resilient barrier increases the probability that the underlying skin structures are able to function correctly. Based on the research of Professor A. Kligman, moisturizing substances may contribute to stabilising the skin barrier leading to greater results.6 He called it Corneotherapy: “outside to inside” therapy.

“Whenever you see inflamed skin, regardless of cause, the stratum corneum is leaky and permeable. But, if you repair the stratum corneum, that tells the underlying tissues that they don’t have to keep reacting like there’s danger in the environment.” 

Skin requires supporting substances for regeneration. In ageing skin this becomes a key factor in compensating for the biological changes that occur within the cells during each phase of aging. A key to corneotherapy is to recognize and eliminate substances that can inhibit/interfere with this regeneration process.

• Perfumes – the number one allergen in skin care products.
• Preservatives – contain allergen-causing substances.
• Mineral Oil and non-volatile silicones – high concentrations can affect the skin regeneration process.
• Emulsifiers may cause barrier disorders.

For safe skin care that focuses on skin health first - with a anti-aging underlying solution based formula, head over to www.evoqbeauty.com and learn our philosophy and why skin professionals are turning back to a more holistic approach to skin care and aging. 

All my love!  

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While there are less direct UV rays in the winter, there is significant reflection of these rays which can still easily cause sunburn.

I recommend that all of my clients wear sunscreen daily to prevent cumulative sun exposure and the resulting fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, and even skin cancer.
 

From the plethora of toxic and smelly sunscreens (year around) - which to choose from?

Check the labels and see that they offer various SPF protection number values. 

You’re well aware of the sun’s damaging effects on skin: Cancer, pre-mature skin ageing, wrinkles, immune system suppression etc’… Scary stuff indeed. So if SPF- 15 is good, isn’t 100 better? Why not have SPF-500?
 

 If you automatically think that a higher SPF number is better, you logically should be correct, but as we will see below, the answer isn’t as obvious as you might think.

Let’s try to clear-up exactly what the SPF is, what the differences are between the values and how you can pick the best number for you so do not have to worry about the pesky potential harmful sunlight side-effectsand their direct correlation to aging - faster! It’s time to bust the higher SPF myth!

Sunscreen for skin health.

The Sun Protection Factor or SPF is utilized to measure a sunscreen products protection from UVB (Ultra Violet B) rays, the type that cause sunburn and contribute to skin cancer. SPF however does not measure how well a sunscreen will protect from UVA (Ultra Violet A) rays, which are also damaging and harmful. Dermatologists generally recommend using at least an SPF-15 or preferably a SPF-30 sunscreen for everyday use.

A Sunscreen with SPF-15 protects against 93% of UVB rays, an SPF-30 protects against 97% while an SPF-50 protects against 98% (a relatively minor difference). Very high SPF numbers (such as SPF-100 and higher) are mostly marketing ploys. Most experts believe SPF-30 is enough, provided you don’t skimp, apply the proper amount and remember to re-apply for the duration of your time in the sun.

The jump from SPF-15 to 30 gives you a 4% protective increase while from 30 to 50 there is only a 1% increase. Beyond this minimal increase in protection, sunscreen products with very high SPFs can also encourage individuals to neglect other important protective behaviors, like limiting their sun exposure, seeking shade whenever possible and wearing sun-protective clothing. 

No sunscreen, no matter how strong, can offer total protection, so especially if the product is not broad-spectrum (which will be explained below), by preventing sunburn, sunscreens with very high SPFs can create a false sense of security, prompting consumers to stay out in the sun longer. 

 Sun damage (for example, UVA damage) can take place without skin-reddening doses of UV radiation, and even the best sunscreens should be considered just one vital part of a more comprehensive sun protection regimen.

It is very important to keep in mind that SPF ratings only apply to UVB protection. 

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, you should look for a sunscreen that has an SPF of 30 or higher that provides broad-spectrum coverage against both UVA long wave and UVB short wave light, both of which effect the skin in harmful ways.

The FDA has cracked down on boastful marketing claims and established a standard test for over-the-counter (sold without a prescription) sunscreen products that determine which products are allowed to be labeled as “Broad Spectrum.”

So to recap, the key to proper protection is the amount applied (about an ounce) and ensuring repeated application every two hours or so. Most people tend to slather on either less than the required amount or much more. In the former instance, they are obviously under-protected, and while you might think the latter is preferable, people who over-apply tend to assume they are protected and re-apply less and not seek other radiation protection such as shade and protective clothing.

Regardless of any hype the sunscreen product you’re using might have, even sunscreen claims of “water-resistance” must have stated lengths of this effect lasting so as not to lull the consumers into a fake sense of security. None are 100% waterproof for any real length of time. So as with any SPF number, if you are physically active and sweating or get into the water, you probably need to reapply more often or risk losing the initial benefits of your application.

Remember that proper clothes are more reliable than sunscreen and you don’t have to worry about forgetting to put them on or reapplying. You’ll also be saving the amount of sunscreen needed because you’ll have less skin exposed. Broad brimmed hats are always recommended and darker colored or tightly woven fabrics and some specially treated UV protective clothing provide much more protection than say a plain white cotton T-shirt.  

Be sure to pay close attention to sensitive areas.

 – Note – Ladies, please remember that your make-up is not considered enough protection, even if it has some sort of sunscreen in it. The best way to enhance your coverage while wearing make-up would be to utilize a good facial moisturizer with sunscreen in it to better ensure having your skin remain healthy, youthful and wrinkle free.

Now onto the GOOD VIBE SUNSCREEN of CHOICE for SKIN IMMUNITY and PROTECTION!

Evoq Day-Lite UV Protect (Tinted SPF 30+)

Key Benefits: 

-Provide antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors.

-Incorporate nutrients for firmer, brighter, more luminous skin.

-Coverage of 97.1% UVB absorbance protection.

-Natural mineral pigments blend seamlessly and are ideal for most Caucasian skin types.

-Deliver powerful UVA and UVB broad-spectrum protection that helps prevent sunburn and decreases the risk of skin cancer and premature skin aging caused by the sun (wrinkles, sagging, dark spots).

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A Closer Look:

You’re always in your PRIME TIME.

This sunscreen and primer is a multi-action, lightweight, and 100% chemical-free hydrating lotion. It’s a broad-spectrum UV equalizer that’s fortified with Vitamins C + E + D to soothe as it protects skin from environmental aggressors. 

At first pump, the "universal tint" might seem light — but rest assured, it's this exact quality that gives the antioxidant-rich anti-pollution formula its ability to blend sheerly into most skin tones without leaving a ghostly cast behind. 

It effortlessly blends and blurs reddy undertones for a more natural skin tone and enhanced outer glow. Zinc particulate of sunscreen absorbs, reflects and redirects harmful UV light into photo-rejuvenating wavelengths for simultaneous photoprotection and photorejuvenation. 

As a makeup primer, it’s the most powerful BB cream, creating a smooth, radiant canvas for additional makeup. Don't be surprised if you forget that you're wearing anything at all.

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Key Ingredients:

25% Non-nano Zinc Oxide 35 SPF - Unlike many chemical sunscreens, zinc oxide protects against UVA and UVB light rays and is often used as a natural, non-toxic sunscreen to prevent burns, signs of photo-aging and irritation. Reduces the visibility of skin damage by eliminating free radicals that increase the risk of skin cancer. Safe for the whole family.

Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) - Contributes to healthy skin cell growth, repair, and metabolism. It optimizes the skin’s immune system and helps destroy free radicals that can cause premature aging.

Sunflower Seed - Naturally a UV absorbent, it reduces the appearance of

wrinkles and lightens dark, under-eye circles and scars. Source of VItamin E.

Jojoba Oil - The closest molecular oil to our skin’s natural oil. It contains wax esters that act as a protective barrier to keep moisture in.

Vitamin E - Rehydrates and helps skin retain its natural dermal barrier to deter water loss. Potent ability to neutralize damaging free radicals caused by UV and environmental/chemical stressors. 

All Ingredients:

Zinc Oxide Non-Nano (25%), Purified Mineral Water, *Jojoba Oil, *Shea Butter, *Vitamin E, Sunflower Seed Extract (GMO-Free), *Extra Virgin Olive Oil, *Vegetable Glycerin, *Vegetable Emulsifying Wax, Iron Oxides.

*Curated with organic, wildcraft, and food-grade ingredients.

*Shop www.evoqbeauty.com for this top selling safe sunscreen! *

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Is Micro Needling Better Than Chemical Peels?

A client emailed and asked  me this question: "Do you feel that needling is better than chemical peels?"

More and more women are engaging in harsh chemical peels at home - with no advanced knowledge on how the skin works and how to optimize its repair mechanisms. 

I thought this was an excellent question to address  because with so many people talking about these skin rejuvenating treatments and mixed messages, it can be quite confusing. 

Micro-needling and chemical peels are two different modalities used for various purposes. It's like comparing apples to bread. 

Not everyone needs micro-needling, and not everyone is a suitable candidate for chemical peels. 

What Is Micro-needling or Dermarolling? 

Micro-needling, skin needling (or dermal rolling) was used initially as a clinical treatment for improving and reducing post-acne scarring. It works by breaking down existing scarred tissues with fine needles which stimulate the skin healing and rejuvenating process. 

Over the past few years, it has become a popular modality for reducing the appearance of aging, lines, wrinkles and tightening the skin. 

The process is called Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT). Micro-needling stimulates collagen synthesis, firming skin, minimizing lines, wrinkles, and scarring. Micro-needling works at a dermal (deeper) level.

What are Chemical Peels or AHA Peels?

Chemical peels, on the other hand, are superficial resurfacing treatments and work by chemically exfoliating the skin. 

Chemical peels improve the appearance of the skin by enhanced exfoliation. Chemical peels work on the surface at the epidermal level. 

Chemical peels help to minimize and improve signs of clogging, congestion, acne, open pores, brown spots, pigmentation, sun damage and fine lines. 

Microneedling vs Chemical Peels

So when would you choose micro-needling over chemical peels? 

If you have post-acne scarring or are showing signs of premature aging with sagging of the skin and deeper wrinkles, then I would choose micro-needling. 

If you are showing signs of fine lines, pigmentation, uneven tone, clogging, congestion, open pores or blackheads, then chemical peels would be more suited to you. 

Can these modalities be used together? 

Not in the same sitting, but certainly if we wish to improve the skin appearance at the surface level, we would recommend a course of peels. 

Following that, if the skin needs further rejuvenation treatments, tightening and reducing the appearance of deeper wrinkles, then a course of micro-needling will undoubtedly be beneficial. 

Preventative Treatments

I do not, however, recommend these treatments as a "preventative".  

Peels and micro-needling are excellent modalities we use to improve skin where it needs it. 

But just because a person with damaged skin gains excellent results does not mean a young, healthy skin needs it as a preventative. It's like taking antibiotics when you are not sick. 

Healthy skin should focus on "preventative" treatments such as facial treatments infusing vitamins, minerals, peptides, anti-oxidants, cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing. 

Wearing sunscreen every day is perhaps one of the best "preventative" things you can do for healthy and beautiful skin. 

And if you have acne, stop picking and squeezing, these are sure ways to scar your skin and then you have a significant problem to treat later.

For any questions,  please reach out.  Its important that you focus on foundation first, and just like when I learned the fundamentals as a hair colorist - know your foundation and then “break the rules.”   

I also suggest speaking with a aesthetician before choosing what modalities are best for you. 

All my love and light!  Kassandra

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Many brain experts state that isolation and loneliness is becoming the fastest killer of our humanity. 

I 100% agree.  

As human beings, our minds are greatly affected by two opposing hormones: cortisol (the stress hormone) and oxytocin (the love hormone). These hormones are released in our brains in reaction to various stimuli.

Threatening or upsetting stimuli, for instance, causes our brains to release cortisol. This sudden increase in cortisol, as well as adrenalin, is tied to our primal fight, flight or freeze response. These stress hormones were necessary for our ancestors to fight off an attack or flee from a dangerous situation. 

However, when we read an alarming bit of news on our computers, we neither fight nor take flight. So we are left frozen in a state of hyper-vigilance and hyper-arousal. Our blood pressure goes up, our hearts race, our immune systems begin to shut down, increased gastric acid can lead to acid reflux or nausea. That fiery lump of nauseous anxiety I was feeling during the election cycle, THAT was cortisol.

The long-term health consequences of elevated cortisol can be dire.

Luckily, there is an antidote to the stress hormone, and that is oxytocin! Often referred to as the “love hormone,” “trust hormone,” or “empathy hormone,” oxytocin is released in response to comforting stimuli. This hormone is essential in developing connections with others. 

According to studies, “Oxytocin can induce anti-stress-like effects such as reduction of blood pressure and cortisol levels.” Additionally, oxytocin stimulates “positive social interaction” and promotes both physical and psychological well-being.  That feeling of kindness, openness and connection is oxytocin. 

Close Contact

Human touch has a powerful effect on our brains. When the pressure receptors, known as “Pacinian corpuscles,” beneath our skin are stimulated, they send a signal to the vagus nerve in our brains. 

The vagus nerve slows down the heart, decreases blood pressure and reduces stress.  

Walking Outside

Walking outdoors is statistically correlated with higher levels of oxytocin. The combination of light exercise and sunshine does our brains good. Furthermore, the act of walking bonds us to the people we are walking with. Marching alongside friends and strangers alike would have contributed to us feeling closer and more connected to them.

 Laughter

Laughter triggers the brain to release oxytocin. 

Expressing Emotions

Studies show that suppressing emotions leads to lower levels of oxytocin. When we hold back our feelings, we create more stress in our bodies and minds. Expressing pent up feelings, such as sadness, anger and frustration, in a healthy way can be a powerful stress-buster.  

Kindness and Generosity

Acts of kindness and generosity  create  feelings of emotional warmth within us that are linked to an increase in oxytocin.   

According to British psychotherapist, Jonathan Hoban, “Oxytocin plays a pivotal role in the process of reconnecting, rebuilding trust and feeling safe. 

If we all took certain daily actions that encouraged the production of oxytocin within ourselves and others, we would see divisive behavior and fear lessen within our society.

Here are some of Jonathan Hoban’s suggestions for ways to increase the flow of oxytocin on a daily basis:

• Coming together as a community
• Affection
• Laughter
• Compassion
• Music
• Empathy
• Asking for help
• Providing Reassurance
• Listening to another
• Hugging
• Selfless deeds and actions
• Walking in nature
• Soothing environments
• Keeping structure and routine
• Deep breathing

Take action for more love in your life by writing down 3 key action steps each day to turn up your OXYTOCIN!   Share them in the show notes! 

xo Kassandra

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