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Stress Relief in Minutes: Extra 30% OFF CODE for FOREO's Beauty-Tech DEALS
There is beauty in slowing down, in not being a slave to the permeating philosophy that you’re never enough unless you burn up on reentry into your bed sheets each night. It always feels like we need to do more, be more, hyper-produce, and sacrifice ourselves on the altar of unachievable perfection. Every time we reach a goal, the bar magically moves—either by society’s hand or by our agency. Never enough becomes the mantra of modern times.
Ambition is not a dirty word, nearly a cuss word out of a woman’s delicate mouth. It’s okay to have goals and plans and to work to give yourself and those you love those finer things in life. It is also okay to stop, rest, relax, set boundaries, and limit the world’s intrusion into personal moments of self-care, into those few instants we get every day just for ourselves. Every simple routine, such as washing your face in the morning, can become a ritual. The only difference is intention, being present there, feeling the warm water on your face, feeling the freshness of clean skin and the pores breathing.
What does stress do to the body?
The stress of modern life, the hustle culture, and chasing the “having it all” sticks and carrots got normalized. We’re also expected to look our best as we unravel at the seams. It is unrealistic to expect to be ecstatically happy all of the time, but we don’t need to be drained to get it all if we’re not even sure we want everything this “all” entails. Stress is not just a word we throw around. It manifests in fundamental physiological changes in the body, such as sleep disturbances, a cortisol belly, or in psychological mental health presentations, such as emotional incontinence, numbness, burnout, or anxiety.
Research also shows that stress can slow the skin’s ability to repair itself, increasing the risk of irritation and worsening chronic conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and slow-healing wounds. Stress can also compromise the skin’s natural protective barrier—the top layer of the skin responsible for retaining essential moisture locked in the skin, protecting against harmful microbes and exposure to pollution and the elements. Stress impacts not just the skin but also hair health. One form of alopecia (telogen effluvium) can be triggered by high stress levels, disrupting the natural hair growth cycle and leading to noticeable thinning and shedding. So basically, you don’t need to pull your hair out; the body will reject it all on its own as a present for failing at stress management.
How to reduce stress through selfcare?
No one ever plans to have zero time for themselves until it happens. Taking time for yourself isn’t just self-care; it’s necessary to stay sane at an insane pace. A few deep breaths, a mindful skincare routine, or even a simple moment of calm with your cat or plant can make all the difference. When you slow down, you don’t just feel better—you look like the person you want to be. A minute of mindfulness in the morning and evening could completely transform how we view our days and how we feel about our lives. If we can’t steal a few minutes for ourselves, maybe it’s time to reconsider our current machine-like situation.
FOREO, the world’s leading medical skin-tech brand, dedicated its work to helping us create powerful and effective skincare and self-care rituals with easy-to-use devices for deeply impactful treatments in minutes, out of respect for our overburdened schedules. With devices that fuse the latest beauty and anti-aging technologies, an award-winning Swedish design, and intricate knowledge of skin processes, FOREO satisfies all skin needs while focusing on personalized well-being.
Best buys from FOREO’s Anti-stress DEALS
To mark Stress Awareness Month and put their money where their mouth is, FOREO offers special deals for our MYSA readers. From March 31st till April 14th, you can use code ZENGEN30 for an additional 30% off on selected, and already discounted, FOREO bestsellers. Here are some offer highlights you may like to include in your zen moments:
LED Light Therapy – The Mood-Boosting Power of Light
Just as your ficus will use chlorophyll to convert sunlight into energy, humans can also absorb different wavelengths of LED light to trigger and boost natural regenerative reactions within the cells—and light can even influence mood.
FAQ™ 202 Anti-Aging Silicone LED Mask is one of the best deals on offer, with a seriously blood pressure-lowering discount. The mask features eight different wavelengths of LED light, including near-infrared (NIR), which helps stimulate collagen production and reduce wrinkles and sun spots. It also gives the skin an overall brighter complexion while improving your mood. Ultra-lightweight, wireless, and made with unique flexi-fit silicone, FAQ™ 202 LED mask molds to your face like a transparent second skin.
UFO™ 3 is a true hand-held, 2-minute spa facial session for those who need a miracle to find time to go to a salon facial spa. The deep facial hydration device is clinically proven to increase skin moisture levels by 126% in just 2 minutes. It combines Thermo-therapy, Cryo-therapy, LED light treatment, and T-Sonic™ massage.
Microcurrent Technology – Anti-Stress Facial Yoga
Have you ever noticed how you clench your jaw when you're tense or how you feel a frown has been burned onto your forehead muscles? Tension builds up in our facial muscles due to stress,, and microcurrent technology and T-Sonic™ massage work in tandem to help release key facial tension points.
BEAR™ 2 is the most powerful, safest, and cutest microcurrent device on the market. It tones 69 muscles of the face and neck. The at-home facelift features five massage patterns, including Shiatsu massage—ideal for the forehead and temples—and Reflexology massage, which uses gentle to firm pressure to restore natural energy levels. It is perfect for the brow centre and around the mouth.
An eye Massager - Goodbye to Annoying Eye Twitches
Isn't an eyelid twitching so irritating, like a hiccup that just won’t go away? But more than just annoyance, the twitches are a physical response to stress and strain of the periocular muscles or some nutritional deficiencies such as electrolytes, vitamin B12, vitamin D, or magnesium. IRIS™ 2 Eye Massager, with its T-Sonic™ pulsations massage and lymph drainage function, relieves the tired look resulting from eye strain. It soothes and relaxs overused muscles and depuffs the delicate eye area, making your eyes look fresh and well rested.
Red LED Revitalization - Don't Lose Your Hair
LUNA™ 4 hair is an exquisite 2-in-1 scalp massager that combines red LED light therapy with T-Sonic™ massage for a restorative, strengthening effect on the scalp. Designed to boost scalp microcirculation and evenly coat the entire hair length with precious oils, serums, creams, and conditioners, it is 100% waterproof and perfect for use in the shower or as part of a relaxing bath-time ritual.
Ultra-Hydrating Overnighter - Sleep Yourself to Calm
SUPERCHARGED™ Ultra-Hydrating Sleeping Mask is a rich, replenishing overnight jelly mask that calms the skin and locks in moisture as you rest and regenerate. Formulated with 99% natural-origin ingredients, this lightweight leave-on treatment recharges and rejuvenates without clogging pores, so you wake up ready for anything the day has in store!
Skincare Bundles
In addition to the premium devices and singular skincare items on offer, FOREO offers 4 mouth-watering skincare bundles - ranging from three to six full-sized items - to save you a pretty penny. Choose your favorite:
Ease Into The Day
Have Plans Tonight
My Body, My Temple
Beauty Sleep Queen
To find out more about FOREO’s bestsellers loved by 30M fans, visit foreo.com. From March 31st to April 14th, use your valued reader coupon code ZENGEN30 for an additional 30% off selected devices, skincare products, and skincare bundles. Stay curious, stay beautiful, exhale, relax, and enjoy living in your skin.
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