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Brand: Niucoco

James’s 3 Rituals:  

1. Think of three positive things that happened in your day, every day. This daily routine rewires your brain to see the good parts of life.

2. Give a compliment to a stranger. Their smile will make you smile! Most people find that doing something positive for someone else is extremely rewarding and fulfilling.

3. Remind yourself you are enough. Make this your mantra and never forget you already have everything it takes to succeed!

Brand: Vita Liberata

Alyson’s 3 Rituals:

1.  A good skincare routine - I couldn’t live without our Self Tanning Anti Age Serum for a healthy, natural looking glow.

2. Positive thinking - a can-do attitude is the only way to make things happen!

3. Eating healthily - kale is my go-to ingredient, it’s full of antioxidants and keeps me glowing from the inside out.

Brand: Living Nature Store

Ross’s 3 Rituals:

1. Relaxing while enjoying live music by one or more of Toronto’s talented blues musicians.

2. Enjoying a relaxing, refreshing facial by Amanda of Living Nature Store.

3. A hot yoga session at Moksha Yoga Bloor West.

Brand: Biossance

Caroline’s 3 Rituals:

1. Baths in aromatherapy to clear my mind and body.

2. Lymphatic massage to manage my central nervous system and deeply relax.

3. Getting a full night’s sleep with my bedroom sprayed in essential oils.

Brand: Aiona Alive

Lisa’s 3 Rituals:

1. 15 min energy - alignment process (quiet your mind, feel your vibration rise and write a list of things you appreciate in your life).

2. Chinese herbology.

3. 3 x 4 km runs per week.

Brand: Zao

Gretta’s 3 Rituals:

1. Make a prayer and think in all good things I have in my surroundings and being grateful for being in that moment wherever I am.

2. Meditate in what I can improve instead of criticize others in what they do need to improve so that I can grow as a person.

3. Look myself in the mirror very closely and see if I am really taking the time for myself spiritually, physically and mentally. I love to feel and look the best I can, using all natural resources that now are around us.

And that’s a wrap on our Top 3 Rituals For Self-Love Answered by Our Favorite Founders series! We hope you feel a little more inspired to indulge in yourself today.

Brand: Elate Cosmetics

Melodie’s 3 Rituals:

1. Saying no, and letting go of the things that do not serve me. I am very much a people pleaser, and I show myself the most love, when I can say no to the things I don’t want or need in my life.

2. Eating well, and being in nature. My body, mind and spirit are always at their best when I put in good fuel, and get fresh air and exercise. I love myself enough to do this everyday. (almost…I’m not striving for perfection, sometimes soul nourishment requires chocolate).

3. Self date night. I instituted this practice when I first started my business, and my partner was away for his job. (He is in the Navy) I noticed that the only times I left the house were for work events, and otherwise spent my time with my toddler (don’t get me wrong, I love her) I needed a way to take time for me, out of the house, while also doing things I enjoyed. Even though my partner is home full time now, I still take myself out on ‘self dates’. I go to the movies, I take myself to the opera or ballet, I have a nice dinner, or sometimes I just walk by the ocean, and daydream. I romance myself, I woo my own soul, and reconnect with the things that I really care about, by having moments to myself with my own thoughts.

Brand: Erin’s Faces

Erin’s 3 Rituals:  

1. Sleep – making time for it.

2. Warm showers with body scrubs and lotions and potions after.

3. Making space for my family (which is my husband and my dog!). I don’t always get to see my husband a lot with my work and traveling so I try to enjoy evenings spent snuggling on the couch, watching a movie with him and our pooch, Jasper instead of running around town.

Brand: Innersense Beauty

Greg & Joanne’s 3 Rituals:

1. Work Out.

2. Meditate.

3. Stop Breathe and think of all I’m thankful for. 3 times a day.

Brand: Kosmatology

Janis’s 3 Rituals:  

1. With our fast-paced world, it is easy to forget that alone time is so important. I make it a necessity to Unplug, take a break from social media and sit quietly. Think about how blessed I am and remind myself not to take life for granted.

2. As a mom of two girls, I am constantly on the go with their busy schedules. Between school, homework and after school activities I feel I can go from sun up to sundown caring for their needs. Once a week, a try to take time for myself and unwind. I like to do this by taking a hot, quiet bath and pampering myself with Kosmatology’s Mint Your Feet foot scrub and balm.

3. Lastly, before going to sleep each night I like to get in bed with a good book and a warm cup of tea. Even if I only read for 15 minutes, I feel it relaxes me, clears my mind and gets me ready for a good night’s sleep.  

Brand: La Mav

Tarj’s 3 Rituals:  

1. Facial massage – this is my nightly ritual for stimulating blood and oxygen flow, relaxing facial muscles, assisting the penetration of my skincare regime into the skin and preparing for sleep. After cleansing and toning, I use the La Mav Nightly Repair Nectars – just 2-3 drops massaged into freshly cleansed skin provides hydration, smoothing and anti-ageing benefits. And you wake up glowing!

2. Yoga – my must-have for lengthening taut muscles, relaxing from the pressures of work and releasing the kinks in my neck and shoulders from long days in product development or business management. Yoga re-aligns my posture, brings my attention to any problem areas in my body, calms my mind and heightens my self-awareness. The meditative component of yoga is as important as the physical for me – mindfulness, stillness and letting go are the ideal antidote to the challenges of building an international brand.

3. Sleep – no matter what’s going on at work, I prioritise sleep. And I sleep well. Any lingering concerns or unresolved issues at work get left outside the bedroom door, so that as soon as my head hits the pillow I’m in a deep, restful sleep. A consistent nighttime routine helps – as does a spritz of La Mav Rose Hydrating Mist to rehydrate and relax before bed.

Brand: Rejuva Minerals

Brenda’s 3 Rituals:

1. Eating chocolate daily (organic of course)!

2.Reading a book on my porch on a warm sunny day.

3.Treating myself to a romantic Hallmark movie.

Come back next week, as we will be featuring brands Niucoco, Vita Liberata, Living Nature Store, Biossance, Aiona Alive, and Zao!

Here at Think Dirty, we believe that Valentine’s Day isn’t just for celebrating your romantic relationships (or dwelling on them either), but rather to celebrate love in all forms— especially self love. We asked our brand partners for their top three rituals for self-love and hopefully they inspire you to indulge in yourself today! Kicking off with week 1 we have: Jusu Body, Cannabliss Organic, Tropic Skincare, Rocky Mountain Soap Company, Alchimie Forever, Buckaroo Organics and Kiss Me Honey.

Brand: Jusu Body 

Sarah’s 3 rituals:

1. Music + Movement = Medicine: I turn on soulful tunes, dance and move to my heart’s content; a stretch and dance party in one. This is a sure-fire way to spark my inner radiance and appreciate my body for exactly how it feels and where I am at.

2. Date  for One: Carving out time to hang out with myself is an integral part of my self-love routine. It gives me the time and freedom to check in with myself and be present in my heart and body. Sometimes I end up at a yoga class, or go on a meditative walk, other times I curl up with a cup of tea in bed watching Netflix.

3. Luxuriate  in my senses: I love to take the time to luxuriate and be mindful with my skincare routine. Instead of cleansing my face as a mundane daily activity, I like to put it on in a loving, intentional manner paying special attention to the texture and aroma of my cleanser. Face masks have always signified self-care and self-love to me because they go hand in hand with doing something luxurious and intentional for myself - taking a bath and putting on my favourite Jusu Body Glacial Clay Face Mask that smells and feels heavenly.

Brand: Cannabliss Organic

Melissa's 3 Rituals:

1. Making time for me-time I light a candle, put on soft music and pamper my skin with an at-home facial mask, dry scrub or lavender essential oil milk bath. This relaxing ritual helps me leave all the stresses of the day far, far behind.

2. Heading outdoors Hiking, walking or exploring nature inspires me to reflect on what’s important in life and energizes me at the same time. A breath of fresh air really works wonders on my mood (and the vitamin D helps too!). 

3. Playing with my pets Spending time with my dogs – taking them to the park, grooming them or playing fetch with them, fills me with great joy. They’re so happy and carefree…it’s pure, genuine love!

Brand: Tropic Skincare

Susan’s 3 Rituals:

1. Treat my skin: I love the feeling of freshly polished skin, so every Sunday I reach for our founding product, Body Smooth Refreshing Polish, to make my skin feel fresh and smooth. The mineral-rich sea salts buff the skin, whilst macadamia and golden jojoba oils leave a gorgeous, moisturized feeling – it always leaves me relaxed and pampered.

2. Get out there: My wanderlust is no secret, new experiences have an amazing influence on your wellbeing, so I love swapping the day-to-day for a trip away to discover new things. I recently went diving in Mexico and felt so inspired afterward. Wherever I go, our Tamanu Healing Balm comes too – it’s just the ultimate holiday skin savior!

3. Learn something new: I have a journal where I jot down skills I want to master; it could be something simple like oil pulling for healthier gums, or something bigger like learning to play piano. I feel inspired by others and set these self-improvements throughout the year; it’s really rewarding to look back on everything I’ve achieved for a motivational boost.

Brand: Rocky Mountain Soap Company

Karina’s 3 Rituals:

1. I love my skin to feel nourished, so I treat my face to the naturally antioxidant-rich Pomegranate Day Cream. It truly leaves it hydrated all day.

2. Yoga on a morning sets me up for the day ahead. Getting out of bed an hour earlier isn’t the easiest thing, especially in winter, but I always thank myself for the ritual stretching.

3. I try to be kind to my body in any small way I can. Simple actions like using a natural deodorant that doesn’t block my pores is such an easy way to work towards this.

Brand: Alchimie Forever

Ada’s 3 Rituals:

1. I wake up very early (4:30 or 5:00 am) and have two hours to myself in the peace and quiet of dawn. I use that time to work out (Soulcycle or a run), catch up on work (happily and productively), or read (for work or pleasure).

2. I treat myself to a glass of champagne or wine (full of antioxidants), sometimes even with lunch (very European of me), to celebrate a small victory, a big win, or to process something that did not go as planned.

3. I get a blowout! Nothing says personal joy to me like a good hair day.

4. I buy myself flowers. I should indulge in this ritual of self-love more frequently - even a small bouquet lights up a room and smells divine.

Brand: Buckaroo Organics

Lindsay’s 3 Rituals:

1.Scheduling time for myself…ALONE, kid-free and no technology! It is hard to carve out time to unplug!

2. Pray, daily. If my heart is right, many other things stay in line :)

3. I buy good coffee. Sometimes I have to reheat the same cup 3x…but if it tastes yummy, it is one small thing that makes me happy and takes no extra time.

Brand: Kiss Me Honey

Kellie’s 3 Rituals:

1. Meditate.

2. Take time for myself.

3. Pamper myself once in awhile.

Stay tuned tomorrow where we will be featuring brands Elate Cosmetics, Erin’s Faces, Innersense Beauty, Kosmatology, La Mav, and Rejuva Minerals!