Despite being a winter baby (I was born ten days before Christmas in 1966), I am not a fan of winter, I feel the cold, hate the dark nights and miss being able to get outside.  As soon as spring arrives, I am always excited see the spring flowers and can't wait to dine al fresco, I seek out sunshine at every opportunity!  And I admit to struggling a little with SAD  - Seasonal Affective Disorder - a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, symptoms include low mood, lethargy and loss of interest in activities.

But I am determined to get through this winter (and future winters) with more positivity and enthusiasm!  And the term 'wintering' is one I am exploring ....

In this post with Very, I’m sharing a few small changes I’m making to support my winter wellness and the comforting Christmas home products that are helping me create those calm and restorative moments.
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This blog post is sponsored by Very.

Red light therapy has become one of the biggest skincare and wellness trends of recent years. You’ve probably seen the red light masks all over social media, and many women in their 50s and beyond want to know whether they can really help with anti-ageing. Red light therapy is far more than a passing beauty fad, it’s backed by science, widely used in clinical settings, and offers benefits that go well beyond smoother skin.

In this blog post, I’m breaking down what red light therapy actually is, the proven benefits of red light therapy for midlife women, and how I use my own red light device at home. And if you’re thinking about investing in a mask or panel, I’ll also share what to look for so you can choose a device that’s genuinely effective, safe and worth the money.

​Earlier this year I finally invested in my own red light therapy device to use at home. I’d already experienced the benefits during facials and treatments at S-Thetics in Beaconsfield, where they use the highly rated medical-grade Celluma devices, so it had been on my wish list for a while. But with my husband recovering from a shoulder procedure, my own wrist issues flaring up, a touch of backache and the fact that I love the relaxation it brings, I decided it was time to stop putting it off, and I am so glad I did.  Yes it is a costly outlay but worth it - maybe time to add it to your gift wish list!