☆The TikTok viral soap bar, Kourtney K’s latest supplement drop, wellness events to book this weekend

Hey lovely,

Here’s whats in your dose this week:

• ❤️‍🔥 Trending: This humble bar of soap is getting a lot of praise right now, but is it worth the hype?

• ⚡ The Wellness Web: A pep talk you need to hear today, London’s newest biohacking clinic, the DL on biotin hair supplements, and much more.

• ✍🏼 Hot girl hack: Do this to get journal prompts that are actually useful to you

• 📅 Things to book: Weekend wellness plans = sorted.

PS. I’ve loooved seeing you with your Daily Rituals Ambassador totes this week. If you haven’t got your free tote yet, start referring using your unique link at the bottom of today’s email ↓

As always, I’m grateful to have you here! Enjoy. Jasmine xo

What’s the deal on Dial?

Despite it looking like it’s straight out of a 1980s TV ad, Dial soap is having it’s moment. And while it’s definitely not winning any beauty contests, sometimes (just sometimes) we’re okay with that. Whether it’s raiding the baby aisle for hypochlorous acid spray or opting for a guy’s razor for a close shave down there, we’ll do what it takes to get the job done.

Why is everyone obsessed?

Mainly because contains a bacteria-busting ingredient called Benzalkonium chloride. For many, less bacteria means less breakouts, and a little less funk in the places that tend to get, well... funky. And for just £19 for a bar that keeps you smelling fresh and doubles up as an anti-blemish face wash? It’s no wonder it’s been hailed as the stuff of skincare miracles.

What’s the catch?

Well, it’s not exactly the knight in shining armour TikTok makes it out to be - shocking, I know. Like most soap bars, overuse it and you could be left high and dry (literally), with skin begging for moisture and probably producing even more oil than before. Oh, and it doesn’t just knock out bad bacteria - it takes out the good stuff, too, which can throw off your skin’s natural microbiome.

★ THE DR VERDICT →

It’s a tool in the (beauty) toolbox, but use it mindfully. For your face, stick to 1-2 times a week max. For keeping you smelling sweet, try alternating it every other day with your favourite body wash. So whilst it’s not the all-in-one solution it's hyped up to be, it gets extra points for being well-priced & super long-lasting (that’s a technical term, promise). Plus, it could help balance things out when used sparingly, but balance is key, and sometimes your skin just needs a really good cleanser, a little love (also known as Red Light Therapy..), and probably a TikTok break.

• 🫖 Spilling the (green) tea: Kourtney K’s latest “Ozempic-inspired” supplement is getting some side eye. Experts are saying it’s about as effective as green tea for weight loss (just pricer, and less potent.. ). Arrae’s new MB-1 also recently came under fire for jumping on the “faux-zempic” marketing train. 

• 🎧 Listen to this: Not sure whether to do the thing, take a risk or go all in on that bet on yourself? You need to hear this.

• 💇‍♀️ Sorry Biotin: Hair thinning? According to this Doc biotin isn't the magic fix we’ve all been told it is. Despite it being included in most hair growth supplements, turns out, it’s unlikely you’re actually deficient. Instead, start by getting your bloods tested to get to the root cause. If that fails, book an appointment with a Trichologist. Until then? Switch to sulphate-free hair care, massage daily with a scalp brush & lay off the Dyson. 

• 🍰 Slice of the wellness pie: Self-help icon Tony Robbins is set to dip his (probably perfectly manicured) toes into the $5.6 trillion wellness market. Teaming up with the hotelier behind the Mondarian, he’s launching a chain of luxury longevity hotels in 2025 to rival DR favourites like Sha Wellness and Six Senses. 

• 🤖 Time to get in line: Neko health, co-Founded by Spotify’s Daniel EK, recently landed in London with their high-tech preventative health clinic. For £299, they offer a full body scan that takes less than 30 minutes, collects 50 million data points and includes a post-scan consultation with their in-house Doctors. With a 10k-strong waitlist already, it’s worth getting on the list. 

• 🍋 Get hydrated: Free Soul wraps up their UK run-club tour this Sunday with the launch of Hydrate, their new sugar-free citrus electrolyte blend. Alongside a masterclass in product launches (their socials are 10/10 right now), Hydrate packs in more potassium, sodium, and magnesium than most competitors on the market. A new post-workout ritual?

Okay so you ladies went WILD for last weeks hot girl hack! This week, we’re coming in hot with a personalised journalling prompt hack using ChatGPT 💅🏼

1. Copy & paste this prompt into ChatGPT & fill in the blanks:

   “My biggest goal over the next year is [add in the goal - be specific], however I’m currently struggling with [add in your biggest challenge right now that’s getting in the way of achieving your goal - think: mindset, time, money]. Ask me 5 questions to better understand my current situation so that you’ll be better equipped to help me with my next request”.

2. Once you’ve answered the 5 questions and read the suggestions, then ask: “Based on what you’ve learned, write me a list of 10 journalling prompts that focus on developing the mindset and behaviours that will help me to overcome my current challenges and get closer to my goal” 

HOT TIP★: This is the perfect Sunday evening exercise as it’ll take around 10-15 minutes. Once you’re done, keep your prompts handy and tackle a new one each morning as part of your morning journal ritual.

^FRIDAY

• Biohack your Friday night as Repose exclusively opens up its Kensington studio to showcase their new wellness tech. With discounted treatments available to test-drive, the wellness girl math is math-ing. Plus, they’re hosting a complimentary aeriel and sound healing class - a combo we never knew we needed. RSVP by emailing [email protected].

^SATURDAY

• Looking for a wholesome, high energy run club to join? Try this one that meets at Clapham Common (ofc) every Saturday at 9.30am.

• 2024 = the year of self-promotion (à la F*ck Being Humble), so grab one of the last 3 tickets for our very own Wellness House this Saturday. Expect a spicy pilates flow, grounding breathwork, a nourishing brunch, AND get matched with your new wellness bestie, all in one morning. Dreamy. 

• After the Wellness House, head over to Social Wellness Club’s Wellness Fest in Borough. With 5 zones, each offering different talks & sessions on different areas of wellness, you can dip in and out at your leisure.

^SUNDAY

• If you’re fancying a slow chilled Sunday, round off the week at The Self Love Lab’s event. Hosted at Bali Breathwork in Shoreditch, it’s all about finding your inner balance with sound baths, lymphatic drainage tips and stress-management chats. 

^{NEXT WEEK}

• If an outdoor flow with a view is more your thing, book onto Rooftop Pilates @ Jin Bo Law on Sunday 6th October (also, October, how did that happen?!).

• If you’re a central gal, Sunnie Runners’ bi-weekly Lace Up Club is where it’s at. Free to join, immaculate vibes & your ticket typically includes a post-run coffee or pastry - yes please. 

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