The Summer Wellness Edit Day 3

SPOTLIGHT:

Heidi Kinney

Ayurvedic Aesthetician

The Magic of Heidi

Heidi is going to HATE that I’m saying this because she is one of the most humble people you will ever meet, but I am OVER the moon to finally be officially introducing you to her (if I haven’t already!). Heidi and I have been working together since I opened my yoga studio over a decade ago and not only is Heidi one of my favorite yoga teachers, she is also the best Ayurvedic aesthetician I have ever encountered. A facial with Heidi is magic for your skin- but it is also healing for the spirit. She customizes every facial, from the treatments to the products she’s using (and making!) to the patterns she follows on the face and so much more. It’s transcendent. Given all that AND the fact that I just love being around her- I asked Heidi to be a part of an Ayurvedic retreat I am hosting in upstate NY in the fall- and she said YES!! I can’t wait to share the details with you all!!!

If you'd like info for the fall Ayurvedic retreat - get on the advance notice list HERE. For now, see below for Heidi’s summer skin go-tos!

Heidi’s Sunny Summer Skin Guide

A hydrosol mist, either rose or orange.

A mist for the face and body keeps me cool during the hot summer days and is a reminder for me to take a moment, breathe and enjoy the cooling scent.

A hand fan

After a face mist I get my hand fan out and cool down. It's fun and makes me feel elegant even while sweating.

Aloe Vera Gel

This is my summertime moisturizer for the face and body, it is light, hydrating and calms the skin.

Neem Oil

Neem has anti-inflammatory properties to help soothe irritated or inflamed skin. It is an antiseptic and antibacterial oil and I recommend it for everyone's medicine cabinet.

Sandalwood

Sandalwood is cooling and makes a great summer face mask. Sandalwood has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe sunburn skin or rashes. It is rich in antioxidants that help to smooth and tone the skin. It is good for all skin types especially Pitta skin during the summer season.

Shitali Pranayama

This Pranayama cools the mind and body, calms inflammation of the skin and body. Inhale through a curled tongue and feel the cool air enter and exhale through the nose. If you are not able to curl the tongue, expose the teeth (kind of like a fake smile) and inhale through the mouth. Exhale through the nose. This is a rather discreet Pranayama practice and I use it throughout the day even in public.