At this time of year we all get the chance to press the reset button. Sometimes this is to leave toxicity behind, and introduce new habits. Other times it’s to keep going with the good work we’ve done over the last twelve months. After a crazy holiday season, my January plans include some positive and achievable activities for mind, body and me time. 

M I N D

Ready for Change: When you realize you want to make some changes in your life, start small and easy. Making small changes and building on them is the best way to achieve your goals. I used to try to make several changes at once, but this can easily result in frustration and defeat. So now I begin by setting some intentions. My go-to author and alternative medicine advocate is Deepak Chopra and I’d recommend taking a look at his suggestions for meditation, affirmations and new ways of looking at what you want from your life. If you truly want to break away from unhealthy habits and start making healthier choices, prioritising self care and wellness is a great place to start.

Manifesting: I’ve been sharing all of my manifesting techniques with you since the inception of Agent Nateur, and over the last few days we've been sharing our tips for affirmations and manifestations on our Agent IG. It’s a great time of year to revisit yours. Don’t call them resolutions - make them intentions! And keep an eye out for my up-coming longer read on Manifestation Techniques, and my personal journey (from the age of five!) using this strategy.

B O D Y

Keep On Moving: It can be harder at this time of year to feel motivated, but we still need regular workouts. Find a class that does low impact exercise such as pilates. Get into the habit of walking daily (30 minutes a day is great but even a brisk 10 minute walk has lots of health benefits). Take the stairs between floors when you can. If it’s really cold or wet outside, spend the day at a museum or gallery. You’ll get your steps in and stimulate your mind along the way. Bala bangles in the most gorgeous colors optional!

T R A V E L

Getting Away From it All: One of my favorite winter activities is skiing. It’s the perfect blend of healthy outdoor exercise, spending time with special friends, sharing good food, and indulging in some pampering. I love to visit The Alps and stay at The K2 Palace in Courchevel - it has the most gorgeous facilities (Le Goji Spa) for relaxing and unwinding. You can book treatments alongside taking in the soothing vapors and waterfalls, using the sauna, hammam, hot and cold baths or relaxing in the outdoor tub. The heated indoor circular pool has stunning views of snow-capped mountains. For food, Le Cap Horn is a must - book a table outside for the view from the south-facing terrace.

If you don’t have leave to take this month, spend some time researching and planning a wellness stay - or day -  for later in the year. And don’t forget one of the simplest pleasures you can ever make time for is a long hot bath and treating yourself to an at home facial with the agent holi (bright) mask.

W A R D R O B E

Ski suit: this Telluride ski suit is so cute and stylish. Cordova is one of the warmest brands and has created this super flattering design, featuring an insulated wool top and waterproof pants. Wear over a versatile base layer top and leggings - these ones from Skims are just perfect! The ribbed long-sleeved top is soft and stretchy and pairs perfectly with the breathable leggings.

Boots: these Les Arcs shearling boots are the most gorgeous and fun apres ski boots, made in Italy from softest shearling upper and liner, and a leather trim. They’re designed by Bogner, a long-established European luxury sportswear brand so there are some great vintage Bogner ski pieces out there if you search for them!  

Ski mittens: made from soft and durable nappa leather and nylon, these Moncler Grenoble ski gloves have their own zip heating pocket! Great for ski runs or chilly city days. 

Ski shades: Complete the look with these wrap-around Balenciaga sunglasses! Just what you need to protect your eyes from sun glare on snow, or equally fabulous for everyday wear. 

H E A L T H   &   B E A U T Y

Facial Toning: Start-of-the-year skin can look dull and feel dry. That’s why we love the NuFace facial toning device - it delivers a microcurrent to improve circulation and make skin look brighter and more radiant. It boosts collagen and elastin production, improves skin texture, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Scientifically designed to promote wound healing and help heal blemishes faster, you’ll also benefit if you’ve got sensitive skin or rosacea as it reduces inflammation too.

It works by stimulating facial muscles to relax and contract, so it tones while lifting and firming the skin. It also increases product absorption, by helping skincare products penetrate the skin more deeply. For maximum results, we use our holi (lift) Ageless Lifting and Firming Serum with the NuFace. I formulated it using 12 patented actives that flood the skin with hydration, including lactic acid to protect the skin barrier and natural oils like rosehip oil and rice bran oil to hydrate, and cucumber and aloe to soothe. It offers skin-smoothing effects similar to Botox—all with zero downtime. 

Ideally, you need to make this a regular part of your regime for 5-20 minutes every day for the first three months to really see the benefits. The NuFace Mini is an ideal investment as it’s small enough to take with you whenever you’re away from home. 

Sun Protection: Keep that gorgeous skin moisturized and protected from winter sun with holi (sun) SPF 50 dewy tinted skindrops. Available in 5 blendable, radiance-boosting shades, our protective formula blocks over 98% of UVA and UVB radiation and acts as a complexion product, skincare regimen, and sun protection all in one.

W E L L B E I N G   &   S U P P L E M E N T S

Health Booster: Ancestral Supplements Wild Caught Fish Eggs are one of the most nutritious supplements. Rich in omega-3 fats and fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K,  the benefits include improved brain, mood and neurological function, healthy hormones and improved fertility.  

Women’s Wellness: Ancestral Supplements Female Enhancement Mixture (FEM) contains anti-aging properties, and supports hormone balance, libido, and fertility, by

• Regulating menstrual cycles.
• Boosting energy levels.
• Enhancing immune health, cartilage, joint, and collagen health.

It includes a holistic blend of ovary, uterus, fallopian tube, liver, and bone marrow, combining ancestral wisdom with modern science.

Comforting: Healthy Hot Chocolate: We created a cozy and tasty winter hot chocolate using a scoop of our holi (mane) supplement, served up with the most delicious vegan, sugar-free marshmallows - perfect for this time of year. The special blend of  two powerhouse ingredients—marine collagen and pearl powder— in holi (mane) is well known for supporting flourishing hair, radiant skin, and resilient nails. But did you know it also helps with digestive issues and is a secret weapon in the fight against leaky gut, and can help heal the digestive tract? You can read more about these benefits here.      

You can make your own holi (mane) marshmallows from scratch. We tried it for our Holi S’mores last week, and believe us it’s a winner! The link is here in our Nateur Cooking section.

Calming: For better sleep, a balanced mood and a wonderful sense of calm, calm (beauty) is our spermidine and taurine daily supplement. It’s bursting with a delicious tart cherry flavor and brimming with anti-aging ingredients like spermidine - a polyamine found in soy, broccoli, mushrooms, beef and mangoes. It aids cellular rejuvenation and helps reverse and repair damage, resulting in radiant skin, healthy hair, restorative sleep, stable calm, and reduced inflammation that starts at a cellular level.

Love, Jena x