Supporting your mental health & skin health with nutrition, while being anchored in science & fostering creativity; that is Altruition.

Nutrition & mental health are closely connected through the gut-brain axis. A book that made this connection clear to me was 'The Mind-Gut Connection' by Emeran Mayer. On page 23, there is a quote that reads as follows; “[...] we know today that 95 percent of the body’s serotonin is actually contained in specialized cells in the gut, and these serotonin-containing cells are influenced by what we eat [...].” It was both shocking & empowering to know this fact. Awareness of where most of our serotonin is contained in the body shows just how connected our emotions & mood are to the microbial landscape in our gut; hence why if you are struggling with your mental health, your nutrition needs to be taken into consideration. 

Nutrition can be closely linked to our skin health & our skin health can impact our mental health. Inflammatory skin concerns such as acne have been known to negatively impact how a person views themselves, as well as how they feel. A diet heavy in processed & refined foods is known to increase inflammation in the body, contributing to skin inflammation. A diet that is unbalanced nutritionally, by implication, will negatively effect skin health.

When it comes to makeup application, the process can seamlessly integrate mindfulness. The structure of a makeup routine can be a useful grounding technique for anxiety-like symptoms, can promote a sense of calm & can influence dopamine, serotonin & oxytocin levels in the brain. Makeup can give a sense of control/security & can be used as a therapeutic tools for emotional balance. At Altruition you will learn about makeup application skills in a secure & supportive environment where we will connect it back to skin health & mental health.