Working in a shop that’s filled with dream products is, I have to say, pretty amazing. We often hear customers say, “I wish I worked here!” or “I bet you get to try all these products!”—and they’re not wrong! But truthfully, we don’t all have the time to try everything, and sometimes we’re so loyal to our routines that we don’t want to switch things up. What’s clear, though, is that we all have our own little quirks and favourite products, which are as unique as we are.

A question we get asked all the time is, “What do you use, and what do you swear by?” It makes sense, if you know what the team loves and genuinely uses, it can make it easier to go for our recommendations. After all, with so many options to choose from, it’s great to know what’s been tried, tested, and truly loved.

So, we thought, why not spill the tea? Let’s share our Self Love Secrets with you, our lovely customers. Here are the team’s absolute must haves and the go to rituals that make us feel our best.

Kylie:

Kylie, one of Therapy’s owners, is well known for her love of a good bath. As an incredible Bowen Therapist with lots of other fancy training under her belt, she knows exactly what’s good for the body and the soul. Here’s her go to self care ritual, when she has a bit longer to fully relax:

"If I need a little self care, it usually involves yoga, a bath, and a castor oil pack. Yoga sorts me out, no matter what’s going on! Then I’ll spend some time with a book in the bath, which always has Epsom salts—and if I’ve got some Olverum Oil, I add that too. This oil is a 'fix'. If I'm feeling tired/exhausted/under the weather, it works wonders and I usually feel much better the next day. It's packed full of essential oils... too many to mention, and is a secret old spa recipe from Germany.

Recently, I’ve added a castor oil pack after my bath, and there’s something so calming and restorative about the process of doing this and making time for yourself. I feel myself sink into a state of 'everything is alright'. I lie on the couch with the pack on and a hot water bottle for warmth. Brain and body come back together, I have dreamy sleep and feel fixed! It relaxes and comforts me, and by the end, I feel reconnected, sleep like a dream, and wake up feeling fixed!"

Jackie:

Jackie, the other half of the Therapy ownership duo, is our lead nutrition therapist and oversees our incredible nutrition team. A dedicated runner and more recently, a regular gym goer, Jackie has been running daily (yes, even with a cold!) since September 2022. So, if anyone knows what works for tired limbs, it’s Jackie!

"Revitalising Leg and Arm tonic by Hauschka: There is something about using this tonic that I just love. It’s not something I use everyday but a real indulgence when I have a little more self care time such as after a gym work out. People in the changing room often comment on how amazing it smells! I feel like I’m letting my secret quite literally out of the gym bag as I’ve used this for years but always forget to tell anyone so we barely sell any of this in the shop.

I find using it a real luxury and it leaves the skin feeling invigorated and toned with warming rosemary, borage and soothing lavender. Literally a tonic for tired muscles to have you ready and raring for the day. I just wish I had time to use this everyday!"

Lee-Sara:

Our amazing manager and nutritional therapist, Lee-Sara, is the go to for all things organisation, whether that’s work or just your brain! She’s all about eating rainbows and staying on top of gut health, and she knows everything about what keeps the body in tip top shape and how to fuel properly

"Ancient & Brave Cacao & Collagen: This is my go-to indulgence and I share this tip with my clients when they feel like they want a little sweet treat after dinner. All ingredients are organic and feature ashwagandha root, beetroot and cinnamon, alongside raw cacao and grass-fed, bovine collagen; so therapeutically beneficial as well as feel like a true hug-in-a-mug during these cold winter months.

So light a candle, settle down with a book and a blanket when you have a mug of this for a cozy hygge moment for yourself!"

Emmalene:

Emmalene, one of our full time shop girlies, is a talented makeup artist and skincare specialist. Known by many of our customer for helping them find their perfect skincare routine and make up. She’s tried more products than most, so when you hear Emmalene rave about something, you know its going to be good.

"Apricot Day Cream by Hauschka: As a makeup artist my secret to creating a flawless makeup look is prepping the skin with this gorgeous moisturiser. It's formulated with apricot and avocado to restore skins natural radiance and revitalise dry skin. It's quickly absorbed and sits beautifully under any foundation, with the added benefit of a peachy fresh glow it's as a perfect base for me!"

Sarah-Lou

That’s me! I used to be found both in the shop and clinic as a nutritional therapist, but these days, I’m behind the scenes writing blogs and sending emails. While nutrition is still close to my heart, when it comes to self-love, my focus is all about skincare and makeup. Here are the two products I can’t live without:

"It’s really tough finding my favourite self love product, but if I had to pick one, well, two actually, it would be The Organic Pharmacy Antioxidant Duo and Abloom Night Cream. After years of struggling with my skin, to find a product that makes me wake up and feel good about myself is everything! When I first used Abloom Night Cream, I honestly couldn’t believe the difference in my skin. It was basically silk. Amazing. So, when it’s possible, this is what I use on an evening.

For day time, I love make-up, and rarely even pop to the shop without it. That’s why I need something underneath that works as a base but also keeps my skin hydrated and smooth. The Organic Pharmacy Antioxidant Duo is perfect for this. I was always nervous about using anything oily under makeup, worried it might just slide off my face, but with this duo my make up sits perfectly. Honestly, I can’t recommend these two enough!"

Emily:

Emily, our lovely beauty therapist who also works in the shop, has a real talent for helping people relax and feel amazing with her treatments. Emily knows how important it is to take the time to look after yourself, and seeing her clients leave the clinic glowing and relaxed makes her just as happy as they are!

"Oskia Renaissance Mask: As some of you may know, I perform some of the Oskia facials here at Therapy and if there is anything I love using the most in treatments, it would be the Renaissance mask. The feel, the smell and the look of radiance on my client's glowy faces after a treatment says it all and makes it my ultimate choice. The creaminess is addictive as the balm warms in between the fingertips.

The multi-purpose mask contains all sorts of wonders that brighten and illuminate the skin using AHA'S, enzymes and of course the all powerful beauty mineral MSM. I get the glow of my life for days and I love it, isn't that what life is about?"

Kami:

Kami is another one of our full time shop girlies, and she loves everything related to make up and skincare, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to aromatherapy too. She knows exactly how to care for herself, and here are her go to picks:

"NHR organic grapefruit: At this time of the year, when we don't get much sun, I struggle a little missing the warmth of Summer and the worry-free feeling of its long days. This is when I reach towards the refreshing citrus essential oils which immediately lift up my mood.

My favourite lately is the NHR organic grapefruit - Citrus Paradisi, the name says it all. I love adding it to my diffuser, in drinks, not only for its flavour but also as part of my detox routine. It also comes in handy when I'm cleaning around the house and even on a wool ball in the dryer. It helps me feel energised and happy even on a cloudy day."

So, there you have it, our team baring all with their self love secrets! While our routines may evolve with life changes and needs, these are the ones we keep coming back to.

We’re huge advocates of carving out time for yourself, even if it’s just a few minutes. Whether it’s a bath with Olverum Oil, a mug of Ancient & Brave Cacao & Collagen, or a quick post gym treat with Revitalising Leg and Arm Tonic, the little things can make a big difference. It’s these small wins that leave you feeling just that little bit happier inside.