Skin | Earth | Vitality

20. A TCM Guide to Summer Living and Great Skin

In this conversation, Emily interviews Layne Walker L.Ac., an acupuncturist and licensed herbalist, about Chinese medicine and its influence on the summer season. Layne shares her personal journey of becoming an acupuncturist and how Chinese medicine transformed her health. They discuss cosmetic acupuncture and its benefits for various skin concerns. They also delve into living seasonally according to traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on the summer season and its impact on the heart and small intestine. Layne provides recommendations for supporting health during the summer, including eating seasonally, incorporating bitter foods, and staying hydrated. They also touch on the late summer season and the importance of balancing digestion. The conversation concludes with information on connecting with Layne for acupuncture treatments.You can find out more about Layne and book an appointment with her on her website: https://www.onyxacu.com/Plus, connect with her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onyxacu/To connect with Emily, head to: https://stratumaesthetics.com/and find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stratumaesthetics/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3I84QTWRiIMhsnxnd8VmgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stratumaesthetics This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

19. Lymph: 7 Ways To Move It!

In this episode, Emily discusses ways to keep the lymphatic system healthy and flowing. She shares seven strategies that can be incorporated into daily lifestyle to support lymphatic health, including moving the body, deep breathing, using castor oil packs, dry brushing, staying hydrated, using lymphatic herbs, and practicing hot and cold therapy. Emily provides explanations and tips for each strategy, emphasizing the importance of personalized approaches and self-care.Find Emily’s favorite products including The Lymph Brush here: https://stratumaesthetics.com/Hang out with Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stratumaesthetics/Check out Emily’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3I84QTWRiIMhsnxnd8Vmg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

18. Struggling with Clogged Pores? Try This!

In this episode, Emily discusses congested skin and provides holistic approaches to managing blackheads and sebaceous filaments. She explains the difference between blackheads and sebaceous filaments and how they form. Emily also explores Chinese face mapping and how congestion in different areas of the face may signify issues in corresponding organs or systems. She shares holistic treatments such as oil cleansing, face steaming, honey masks, clay masks, and enzymatic exfoliation. Lastly, she emphasizes the importance of lymphatic drainage for healthy skin.You can shop the products that Emily talks about in the episode here: https://stratumaesthetics.com/collections/all This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

17. Shifting the Narrative on Aging

In this episode, Emily discusses the concept of aging with vitality rather than “anti-aging” and shares strategies for a positive mindset around aging. She emphasizes the importance of observing exposure, incorporating facial massage, practicing bodily alignment, monitoring self-talk, and using flower essences for emotional healing.You can check our her website along with skincare products and all other offerings at: https://stratumaesthetics.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

16. Entrepreneurship: Lessons From The Journey of Self Discovery and Self Actualization

In this episode, Emily shares six lessons learned from running her business for six years. The lessons include understanding and nurturing the different hats of a business owner, cultivating confidence, developing trust in oneself, fostering an abundance mindset, embracing simplicity as luxury, and realizing that one is never stuck. Emily provides insights and personal experiences for each lesson, offering advice and recommendations for business owners or those interested in starting a business.Resources:Affiliate Links: The Pathway by To Be Magnetic: https://login.tobemagnetic.com/a/2147524106/dJt6ZSNT (payment plan)https://login.tobemagnetic.com/a/2147524155/dJt6ZSNT (pay in full)code: EMILY3345 for 15% offManifest Your Wealth: https://thefunktionalnutritionist.mykajabi.com/a/2147833954/cCx8FbpPBooks Discussed: E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Micheal GerberEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Gre McKeownBig Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth GilbertShop goods and skincare curated by Emily: https://stratumaesthetics.com/Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stratumaesthetics/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3I84QTWRiIMhsnxnd8Vmg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

15. Face Cupping: The Inside-Out Massage for Great Skin

In this episode, Emily discusses face cupping, a treatment that she frequently uses in her professional treatments and on her own skin. She explains that face cupping is an inverted facial massage that utilizes cups to create a vacuum suction on the skin, pulling the tissue upwards. This modality helps increase blood flow, stimulate lymphatic movement, and promote collagen and elastin production. Emily also provides information on who should avoid face cupping and the benefits of the practice. She shares tips on how to do face cupping, including using facial oil and different cupping techniques. Lastly, she discusses cupping marks and suggests how to fade them faster.Purchase face cups from Emily’s website here: https://stratumaesthetics.com/collections/facial-tools/products/skin-earth-vitality-stratum-aesthetics-facial-cups?variant=40797445881991Takeaways:* Face cupping is an effective modality that can improve the appearance and health of the skin.* It increases blood flow, stimulates lymphatic movement, and promotes collagen and elastin production.* Certain individuals should avoid face cupping, such as those with recent facial injections, active acne lesions, broken or irritated skin, and certain medical conditions.* Face cupping can help reduce puffiness, double chin, under-eye bags, and fine lines and wrinkles.* To do face cupping, start with freshly cleansed skin, apply facial oil for slip, and use small cups to create a vacuum and gently move them across the face.* Cupping marks can occur but can fade faster by staying hydrated, doing gentle facial massage, applying warm compress, using arnica gel or cream, and engaging in gentle exercise.* Thoroughly clean facial cupping tools between each use to avoid transferring bacteria.Chapters:00:00Introduction to Skin, Earth, Vitality03:24 What is Face Cupping?10:31Contraindications and Precautions12:26Benefits of Face Cupping15:12Where to Get Cups and How to Do Face Cupping27:50Wrap-up and ConclusionCheck out this video tutorial for face cupping here: https://www.youtube.com/@stratumaestheticsYou can find Emily’s website with all other products and links to her social pages and blogs here: https://stratumaesthetics.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

14. What To Do If Your Skin is SOO Dry!

What the heck are you even supposed to do when your skin is so dry, and you’ve tried EVERYTHING? In this episode, your favorite holistic esthetician breaks it down for you, from hydrating your skin on a cell level to the effects cortisol has on your skin, making it drier, to what products will be the best option for you. Takeaways: * Dry skin is caused by a lack of oil, while dehydrated skin is caused by a lack of water.* Proper hydration involves more than just drinking water; it requires a balance of electrolytes and water to be effectively utilized at the cellular level.* Dry skin can be caused by seasonal allergies, chronic stress, a disrupted skin barrier, poor cell-to-cell communication, a lack of proper fat assimilation, and medical conditions or interventions.* The top three favorite dry and dehydrated skin ingredients are marshmallow root, beta-glucan, and seaweed.* When choosing skincare products, it's important to consider the ingredients, avoid strong synthetic emulsifiers, and listen to your skin's response.Find Emily’s curated skincare shop: https://stratumaesthetics.com/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stratumaesthetics/Find YouTube videos for proper facial massage:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3I84QTWRiIMhsnxnd8Vmg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

13. Essential Oils: The Essentials

In this episode, Emily discusses essential oils and provides a balanced and informative discussion about their benefits and problems. She covers topics such as extraction methods, sustainability issues, and the effect of essential oils on the skin barrier. Emily also gives five things to look for when purchasing essential oils. Overall, she emphasizes the importance of using essential oils responsibly and at appropriate dilutions.Emily’s Favorite Essential Oils, Eden Botanicals: https://www.edenbotanicals.com/Takeaways* Essential oils are beneficial but should be used responsibly and at appropriate dilutions.* Different extraction methods of essential oils have different impacts on the environment and the quality of the oil.* The high concentration of essential oils can disrupt the skin barrier, so it's important to be aware of the potential effects.* When purchasing essential oils, look for organic options, transparent extraction methods, country of origin, botanical names, and the specific part of the plant that was extracted.* Hydrosols, which are byproducts of essential oil distillation, offer similar benefits without the potential disruption to the skin barrier. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

12. The Energy Behind Fixing Yourself

Do you ever feel exhausted because you're in a constant state of trying to fix yourself or your skin? What if, instead, you enter into a space of becoming and embrace the concept of slow beauty? In this episode, Emily discusses the concept of slow beauty and the importance of shifting our mindset from fixing ourselves to becoming our true selves. She explores the influence of societal conditioning and beauty industry messaging on our perception of our skin. Emily shares practical steps for a slow beauty journey, including mindful skincare routines, changing our language, engaging in supportive lifestyle practices, and connecting with the natural world. She also emphasizes the benefits of digital detox, journaling, and meditation.Chapters00:00Introduction and Gratitude03:52The Energetic and Emotional Intentions of Skincare Practices08:07The Detrimental Effects of Constantly Trying to Fix Ourselves13:07Practical Steps for a Slow Beauty Journey This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com

11. Face Massage Is Not An Alternative to Botox

Facial massage is not a replacement for Botox; thinking it sets us up for disappointment might make us miss the magic of facial massage! I’ve spoken about the importance of facial massage in the past, but I want to lay it out there to share why it’s so important to add to your at-home skincare regimen. I also want to highlight why we shouldn't think of face massage as the second runner-up to Botox. Check out my YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3I84QTWRiIMhsnxnd8VmgChapters00:00 Introduction and Invitation to Subscribe04:58 Understanding Botox: Paralyzing Muscles to Reduce Wrinkles09:40 The Benefits of Facial Massage: Lymphatic Health and Blood Circulation15:44 Emotional Release: Facial Massage as a Love Letter to Yourself24:56 Timing and Considerations for Facial Massage After Botox This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com