Emma Ledger – Contributing Editor
Winter can be a real slog, something to endure rather than enjoy. Waking up in the dark and being shrouded in it again by 4pm can really affect mood and, for some, it can lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But a few winter life-enhancers can turn this time of year into an opportunity for cosy indulgence, self-care and relaxation. So get into your comfiest pyjamas, curl up on the sofa and make the most of the cold season.
Lighten up
A SAD lamp can be a gamechanger in the darker months. Gently awakening you by creating a sense of natural daylight, it can help regulate your internal clock, making you feel more positive, motivated and well-rested. Try to get outside in the morning, too, or sit next to a window if you are stuck indoors for the day.
Face facts
LED face masks are clinically proven to smooth fine lines and boost skin elasticity (much needed when winter bites), but did you know that, thanks to red light therapy, they may also help combat SAD? Therabody’s TheraFace Mask has a whopping 504 powerful, medical-grade LED lights with full-face coverage. You’ll feel like you’ve gone to a spa without leaving your own home.
Eternal flame
Creating warm light indoors makes for welcoming, cosy, comforting spaces that help us relax; at this time of year, nothing does that better than flickering candles. Choose a fragrance blend of pure essential oils, light the wick and fill your home with a bright and uplifting scent.
Truly essential
Come in from the cold and warm up with the richness of essential oils, infusing your home via diffusers or electric diffusers. New to this? Try Neom’s best-selling wellbeing pod and Cosy Nights fragrance, a rich blend of sandalwood, frankincense and nutmeg, which feels both grounding and quietly elevated.
Stay supplemented
Winter can be especially demanding on our energy and immunity, so it’s a time when targeted nutrition really matters. Supplements, such as The KIKI Health range, can help you by harnessing concentrated nutrients, rich in essential vitamins and minerals, to reinforce natural defences and provide a powerful boost.
