For those who experience a menstrual cycle, the body moves through powerful rhythms each month. Still, so many of us have been conditioned to push forward as if every day should feel the same. The reality is—our energy, emotions, and even our skin ebb and flow throughout the cycle.
By attuning your self-care rituals to each phase, you can begin to move with your body instead of against it. This isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about listening more closely, creating rituals that feel fluid, intentional, and deeply supportive.
Menstrual Phase (Days 1–5): Rest + Renewal
The first day of bleeding marks the beginning of the cycle. It’s an invitation to release, reset, and honor stillness. Energy is at its lowest here, and skin may feel more delicate.
Self-care rituals:
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Allow yourself extra rest—early nights, quiet mornings, or gentle naps.
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Choose warming, grounding foods like soups and herbal teas.
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Keep skincare soothing and hydrating. Our Rosewater Toner refreshes and calms without stripping.
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Journal or meditate to reflect, release, and set intentions for the month ahead.
This phase mirrors winter—retreat inward and create space for renewal.
Follicular Phase (Days 6–14): Growth + Energy
As menstruation ends, vitality returns. Estrogen begins to rise, creativity expands, and skin often looks more radiant. It’s a natural moment for new beginnings and creative exploration.
Self-care rituals:
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Start new projects or lean into creative outlets.
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Nourish with vibrant foods—greens, fruit, whole grains.
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Gently exfoliate or treat your skin with our Coffee Scrub.
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Move in ways that feel energizing—dance, flow yoga, or a light jog.
This phase mirrors spring—growth, fresh energy, and possibility.
Ovulatory Phase (Days 15–17): Radiance + Connection
Ovulation often brings peak energy. Confidence, clarity, and mood tend to rise, while skin is at its most luminous. This is a time for connection and expression.
Self-care rituals:
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Lean into social time—plan a gathering, date night, or community activity.
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Reach for cooling, refreshing foods like salads and smoothies.
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Highlight your natural glow with minimal products. Our Facial Serum adds a luminous finish.
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Channel energy into collaboration or projects that require confidence.
This phase mirrors summer—magnetic, vibrant, and full of light.
Luteal Phase (Days 18–28): Grounding + Reflection
After ovulation, energy begins to turn inward again. The body asks for grounding and preparation. Skin may feel more reactive, and moods may fluctuate.
Self-care rituals:
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Prioritize grounding practices—restorative yoga, stretching, slow walks.
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Support balance with complex carbs and magnesium-rich foods like nuts, seeds, and leafy greens.
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Use clarifying skincare to support hormonal shifts. Our Cream Deodorant nurtures balance without hormone disruptors.
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Begin to close out projects instead of starting new ones. Allow space for rest and recalibration.
This phase mirrors autumn—slowing down, preparing, and nourishing before winter’s stillness.
Living in Rhythm
When you honor each phase of your cycle, you stop asking your body to perform the same way every day. Instead, you create a rhythm that supports how you already feel.
Some cycles will flow with ease, others may feel heavier. But the more you listen, the more you’ll hear your body’s quiet guidance.
Your self-care doesn’t need to be elaborate. Small shifts—adjusting your skincare, meals, or daily movement—can help you find balance, compassion, and deeper connection with yourself.
Your body already holds the rhythm. Your self-care is simply an invitation to follow.
