Why Body Care Should Not Be Neglected

Our founder’s mission for SCENTIANA is to provide high-performing body care products with a profound sensoriality and an aromatherapeutic experience.

Face care usually tends to take centre stage, but our skin does not stop at the neck. We believe that the body works (w)holistically, and with every system connected, taking good care of the skin on our entire body also impacts our face. A relaxed, nourished body will, for instance, relieve signs of tension and stress, and where do those signs tend to visibly appear first? On our face.

Body care is part of long-standing traditions amongst diverse cultures

In various customs and traditions, body care is integrated into daily life as a key aspect of physical and spiritual hygiene. Dry body brushing, for example, has been part of beauty and health modalities for multiple cultures including Chinese, Russian, Scandinavian, Indian, and Egyptian.

Body care is more than skin-deep. It serves as a stepping stone towards overall well-being and contributes to a healthier lifestyle.

In Slavic countries, spas and hot steams (Russian banya) are common practices for body care. In Middle Eastern countries, body care rituals often include Hammam visits, and the use of Beldi soap, a rich, gel-like soap that turns into a milky lather and is made from olive paste, argan oil, rose, or eucalyptus. In Japan, centuries-old body care traditions are deeply rooted in bathing culture which is a form of art. For deeply meditative soaking and relaxing moments the Japanese visit onsen, natural hot springs, go to sento, public bathhouses, or enjoy hinoki wood bucket at home.

Treat your body as mindfully as your face

We previously addressed the benefits of massages, using your hands, today we’re emphasising the benefits of a consistent body care routine. Our skin is a protective barrier, acting as a shield against external aggressions, thus neglecting it will lead to accelerated ageing, dryness, irritation, and other skin conditions. By ensuring that both your face and body are properly nurtured and nourished, you’ll contribute to resilient and healthy skin.

The skin on your body has different needs, adjust accordingly

Body care products are in a league of their own: while face products are meant to treat the face, they are not necessarily suitable for the rest of the body. The skin in our body varies in thickness, needs, and sensitivity. Therefore, if a formula attends to skin and body, it must be specifically mentioned. Our multitasking Reviving Face and Body Mist precisely states this. We also incorporated Retinol in our Rescuing Body Balm, precisely because the skin on our body may tolerate this exfoliant better, as opposed to our face.

Body care essentials for optimum benefits

For healthy, vibrant skin, there are specific body products necessary to replenish and condition it.

• A non-stripping body wash that cleanses the skin without disrupting its natural balance, and contributes to combatting odour-causing bacteria.
• Body exfoliant/scrub: don't skip it as it’s the foundation for smooth, vibrant skin. A gentle mechanical exfoliant will slough away dead skin cells and promote cell turnover, to create a clean canvas, thus allowing your skin to properly absorb nutrients. Exfoliation also helps prevent breakouts and ingrown hairs.
• Body cream and/or balm: once the skin is prepped and exfoliated, it needs to be hydrated. For soft, smooth, and supple skin, moisturising with a body cream/balm is a must.
• Body oil: oils are nourishing powerhouses, elasticity-boosters, leaving the skin plump and glowing.

Self-care and self-love are closely intertwined

The nurturing action of a well-rounded, effective body care routine unveils benefits beyond the improved appearance of our skin. It also stimulates blood flow through massaging the skin, exfoliating, and moisturising with lymph-boosting botanical extracts.

After a long day, indulging in a self-care ritual centred around body care can provide stress-lowering effects. Immerse yourself in this beautiful experience of inhaling enthralling scents, and applying lush textures that adorn your skin and replenish it. When you use products thoughtfully enriched in botanical extracts, you're not only enhancing your skin, but also pleasing your senses, making it an effective yet accessible way to wind down and relax.

Prioritising body care invites you to a deeper relationship with your body, which positively impacts self-confidence.

By keeping the skin of your body in good condition, you prevent issues such as dryness, itchiness, and scratching which cause discomfort, affect your mood, and even alter your sleep quality.

Although the action of body care may seem frivolous at first, it is more than skin-deep. It serves as a stepping stone towards overall well-being and contributes to a healthier lifestyle.

Body care as an opportunity to heal and reconnect

We often don’t set aside time for a self-care session. Here's a tip to incorporate body care into a busy schedule: our luxe mini sizes, designed for discovery and introduction, are also perfect products to carry with you on the go. They are compact enough to fit in your bag, ready for you, when you feel compelled for a short but sweet pampering session.

Taking a couple of minutes to apply cream or oil on your arms, legs, or any area your body needs hydration, has a positive impact, both physically and mentally. This simple act can give you a little boost of self-confidence, signalling to your body that it deserves this extra attention. This message transmutes into a high-vibrational energy that affirms your worthiness of love.

Focusing more on body care is a reminder that every part of your body is worthy of tender, loving care.

Textures and scents further elevate the experience — these two elements, dear to us, shape body care into an authentic spa-like moment. Focusing more on body care is a reminder that every part of your body is worthy of tender, loving care. This nurturing practice can deepen your connection with yourself, encourage additional healthy micro-habits, such as nourishing your body from within and reducing a sedentary lifestyle.

Summary

As an essential component of self-care and self-preservation, body care is a simple action with profound impact, fostering transformative energy that leads to a more radiant, healthier physique and enhanced confidence. You deserve to be the best version of yourself and revel in that experience.

At SCENTIANA, we take immense pride in our astute focus and dedication into body care. Our product line is an invitation to treat your skin with love and attention, from head to toe – literally.