Hello and welcome to this complexion clearing meditation.
My name is Victoria I'm one of the meditation teachers here at Insight Timer.
I've also been teaching medical professionals the principles of cosmetic dermatology and advanced skin care for almost two decades.
It's now well documented that the stress hormone cortisol can cause unwanted inflammation,
Both a cause and aggressor of skin conditions like acne,
Rosacea and even advanced signs of skin aging.
Luckily for us it's also now backed by scientific literature that regular meditation using positive affirmations can reduce the stress hormone cortisol.
So meditation is not only self-care,
It turns out it's highly effective skin care too.
It's also widely recognized that affirmations can help reinforce healthy habits,
So it may be that this practice,
When done regularly,
Can help boost your skin friendly routine and lifestyle.
So get ready to shower your body's largest organ,
The skin,
With the appreciation,
Gratitude and admiration it deserves for the benefit of your body,
Mind,
Soul and skin.
Together we will now invoke complete presence and comfort before flooding your body with relaxation and hormones like dopamine,
Serotonin and GABA,
The healing anti-inflammatory neurotransmitters released during meditative states.
First thank yourself for showing up to this practice.
You've already taken a step towards self-care and are that little bit closer to clear,
Comfortable,
Glowing skin.
Now let's take a beat to cultivate gratitude.
The likelihood is you're clean,
Dry,
Safe and warm or cool and if you're at the beginning of this meditation it means that for the next while there's nowhere you have to go,
Nothing you have to do and no one you need to be.
Next take a moment to find absolute comfort.
Wriggle,
Adjust,
Stretch if you need to.
How can you become 5% more comfortable than you are right now?
How can you become 10% more comfortable?
And as you find the sweet spot,
Settle into complete stillness and rest easy here.
Take a few deep breaths in for 4,
2,
3,
4 and out for 6,
2,
3,
4,
5,
6.
Now it's time to set an intention.
This could be something small that you'd like to get out of today's meditation or your biggest,
Brightest skin goals.
Take a moment to observe and see what bubbles up for you.
Let it come to you clearly and take shape.
Now turn that into a statement as if this has already manifested for you.
Repeat it to yourself three times and then let it go.
As I repeat these 22 skin positive affirmations you have some choices.
You can repeat them to yourself,
Out loud or internally.
You'll have enough time to repeat them once or twice.
Alternatively you can just lay back,
Relax and let me do all the hard work.
Even listening to these positive affirmations daily will help to reprogram your subconscious and positively impact your neurobiology.
You can't do this wrong.
So let's begin with the basics.
I'm grateful that I have skin.
I release all negative self-talk about my skin.
I release comparison,
Enjoying the uniqueness of my skin.
I have compassion for my skin.
It works hard to defend me.
Skin conditions and blemishes are a normal part of life.
I release judgment of my skin.
My self-worth is not defined by my complexion.
I celebrate my unique skin tone.
I understand my skin type and work with it.
I am confident and comfortable in my own skin exactly as it is.
My skin is clear,
Radiant and glowing with health and vitality.
I nourish my skin with healthy food choices and plenty of water every day.
My skincare routine is a soothing self-care practice that I look forward to every morning and every evening.
I treat my skin with love and respect.
My skin is soft,
Supple and youthful no matter my age.
I take time to relax and de-stress,
Knowing that it benefits my skin just as much as my mind.
My complexion blooms with radiance and vitality thanks to my healthy lifestyle choices.
I actively choose value-aligned skincare products that work with my skin.
I prioritize my skin's health and well-being,
Knowing that it's an essential part of my overall health.
My skin is resilient and adaptable.
I take time to properly cleanse,
Hydrate and protect my skin,
Giving it the care it deserves.
My skin is a reflection of my inner peace and happiness.
I'm proud of my unique beauty,
Both inside and out.
My skin is a canvas for creativity and self-expression.
I use it to showcase my individuality.
My skin is clear,
Comfortable and glowing.
I'm so grateful for my beautiful skin.
Take some time now to bask in this complexion-clearing relaxation.
Let the positivity of these affirmations wash over your entire body,
Nourishing and calming,
Cooling and soothing your radiant and glowing skin.
Thank you for sharing this practice with me.
It's been an honor to meditate with you today.
