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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-increase-your-vitamin-sea">Increase your &#8216;vitamin sea&#8217; </h2>



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<p>Healthy negative ions are generated by the sea &#8211; when you breathe these in, they have such a healthy impact on your body, helping with everything from stress to energy levels. Not only do they accelerate your ability to absorb oxygen, but they also naturally increase your levels of serotonin the key hormone that stabilises your mood, feelings of wellbeing, and happiness. They also clear the air of&nbsp;airborne allergens such as pollen, mould spores, bacteria, and viruses.&nbsp;That is why a deep breath while walking along the beach can feel so good and can make you instantly feel better.</p>



<p><strong>Nina Pertwee, <a href="https://www.oldschoolhousecornwall.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">No 3 The Old School House</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Send a note of support</h2>



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<p>January can be really tough, after you’ve spent a lot of time with family and friends over Christmas feeling buzzy and bright, it can feel like quite a lonely, low time. Words of encouragement can make a huge difference, helping people feel brave, maintain positivity and know that they are on the right track when other elements of their life are making them doubt their choices.</p>



<p><strong>Emma Bains, <a href="https://whistlefish.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Whistlefish</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Keep the Glow</h2>



<p>As the cold winter months are upon us our skin can become dry and dull losing its vibrancy. To maintain a healthy glow it needs extra assistance to stay fully hydrated. Exfoliation is the key to removing dead skin cells sitting on the surface of the skin and hydration with an oil serum and moisturiser twice a day will leave the skin feeling immediately comfortable and deeply moisturised.</p>



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<p>To get the best results I recommend exfoliating with&nbsp;<strong>Bamford Refining Exfoliator.</strong>&nbsp;This physical exfoliant energises the skin and reveals a healthy glow. Balancing copper PCA and fruit acids effectively dissolve dead skin cells, while volcanic sand gently polishes the complexion. The skin is immediately brighter and noticeably smooth. &nbsp;To maintain moisture I recommend&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Voya Me Time Moisturiser</strong>.&nbsp;Me Time is the ultimate survival blanket for sensitive skin. Using an active blend of Sea Heather® and Phytofuse Renew™, both clinically proven to increase the hydration levels and protect the skin from the harmful effects of the environment. This dermatologically tested soothing moisturiser is perfect for even the most sensitive of complexions and will leave your skin feeling plumped, soothed and calm.</p>



<p><strong>Spa manager Sarah Nidds, <a href="https://www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carbis Bay Estate</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Actually do that wardrobe declutter</h2>



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<p>For anyone wanting to sustainably declutter their wardrobe this new year, Celtic &amp; Co. has partnered with Thrift+, a hassle-free fashion takeback service that allows you to sell unwanted clothes in exchange for credits that you can spend on second-hand clothes, redeem on gift cards, or donate to charity.</p>



<p><em>Bags are available on Celtic &amp; Co.’s website, and in their Indian Queens shop. </em></p>



<p><strong>Hattie Frisby, <em><a href="https://www.celticandco.com/sustainability/thrift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Thrift+ | Celtic &amp; Co</a></em></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Release your facial tension</h2>



<p>When you are applying your face oil or cleanser in the mornings and evenings, make this a moment to check in with yourself and release any tension. Relax your shoulders, soften your forehead and release your jaw. </p>



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<p>You could also incorporate this facial massage moment:<br><em>1. Massage the face oil into your skin using upwards movements.</em><br><em>2. Run your forefingers along your jawline, massaging any points of tension.</em><br><em>3. Follow this by lightly tapping under your eyes, before placing your fingers in-between your eyebrows.</em><br><em>4. Sweep your hands in an outwards motion across your forehead. Run your hands down your neck, and place one on top of the other on your heart.</em></p>



<p><strong>Ella Mclachlan, <a href="http://phoenixandprovidence.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Phoenix &amp; Providence</a> </strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eat more local fruit &amp; veg</h2>



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<p>As soon as fruit and vegetables have been harvested the produce starts to decay, loosing moisture, becoming oxidised, being attacked by bacteria and colonised by mould. When fruit and vegetables don&#8217;t have far to travel to the end buyer, produce can be harvested when it is ripe and ready to use. It will be at its peak flavour, the best texture and at the point of providing maximum nutrition. Imported produce, on the other hand, is harvested before fully ripe to allow for the time it has to spend in transit or in storerooms &#8211; by the time you use it will have lost condition and be past its best, texturally and nutritionally. Local produce will therefore always be the winner, plus you&#8217;re supporting local businesses too.</p>



<p><strong>Trevor Rounding &#8211; owner of <a href="https://sea-fever.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sea Fever</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reduce your bedroom temperature</h2>



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<p>We tend to sleep better when the room is at a cool temperature so ensure your room is well ventilated. A room which is too hot or too cold often affects the quality of our sleep. We recommend maintaining the room temperature between 16-18ºC.&nbsp;You could also install shutters, black-out blinds or curtain liners to help with reducing light, which can be another cause of disturbed sleep.</p>



<p><strong>Ivanna Matsyupa, <a href="http://cornishbeds.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Cornish Bed Company</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Face your finances</h2>



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<p>Getting organised and tidy is a really powerful step for our mental health and our financial wellbeing; we feel calmer, more in control, and clear-headed. If your finance documents are all in different places or stuffed in the back of a cupboard, then put aside an afternoon to pull them all out, sort through them, and sort them into piles or folders. Even though it may feel scary at first, it will feel so much better when you’ve done it.</p>



<p>Have a weekly routine where you check your bank balance, and update any budget documents. Check in regularly so that you know where you’re at and there are no nasty surprises. Avoid checking your bank balance or finances before bed, or when you’re feeling low or emotional, as we want to look at this information as objectively as possible.</p>



<p><strong>Amber Cowburn from <a href="https://www.workingwellsw.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Working Well</a> in collaboration with <a href="http://www.whyfield.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Whyfield</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cold-ish water therapy</h2>



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<p>We&#8217;ve all heard about the benefits of swimming in cold water, but what about if you&#8217;re not quite convinced, or, you&#8217;re not sure about the &#8220;getting in the sea&#8221; element? </p>



<p>Combining the outdoor element but with the convenience of a spa, Una St Ives new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.unastives.co.uk/spa-leisure/una-lido/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lido swimming pool</a>&nbsp;is the perfect way to give it a go. You can be swimming outdoors with nothing but the sky and birds above you, whatever the weather, but without all the challenges (and faff) that sea swimming presents.</p>



<p>There’s something unique about the thrill of open-air (heated) winter swimming for those of us who normally exercise indoors. The lido is heated to a constant 25 degrees year-round, and combined with the indoor pool, sauna, steam room and spa at the resort, provides an oasis for recharging over the winter months. </p>



<p><strong>Annys Eastwood, operations manager, <a href="https://www.unastives.co.uk/spa-leisure/una-lido/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Una St Ives</a></strong></p>


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