Awaken Beauty Podcast

Alright, ladies and gents.If you've shopped CBD you know exactly how frustrating, confusing and daunting it can be.Today I'm talking AMAZON. I love Amazon for my two-day impulses, although CBD is not one of them. As tempting as it is, here's what you need to know about FAKE CBD on any website - including Amazon. FULL SHOW NOTES and TIPS on CBD & Amazon -While it may seem convenient, CBD oils sold on Amazon have been heavily criticized for a myriad of reasons. More often than not, these oils are actually hemp seed oils with confusing marketing claims or have accusations of not containing the amount of CBD they claim.Honestly, I am not only referring to Amazon here. I'll loop in other mass-selling CBD sites developed from deep pockets who have purchased "CBD" inclusive URL domains - flooding their site with "cheaper" products and pretty marketing.Simply put, it is near impossible to decipher if the products have been tested and produced legally, if they are black market or fake CBD products.One key metric t

Hello!  This is incredible information (and free opportunity) I am about to share with you!Todays round table discussion is with Tom Paladino, who has (re)discovered Scalar Energy. There is a VERY SPECIFIC action to take and follow up with me on after listening to this teaser.  So scroll to the bottom and hit reply in a couple weeks as we learn more about Scalar energy!Let’s jump in! Now I’ll be honest with you - I love talking about quantum energy and healing, and even chi - but I had never heard of scalar energy until I heard of Tom and his incredible technology. However that is as far as my intelligence goes - so I’ve asked Tom to join us so we can connect the dots on what it is and how he’s healing thousands of people around the world - and how YOU can be next, completely free. This episode is a teaser to what’s behind the curtain of Scalar Energy work and how it may literally CURE, yes - CURE a myriad of modern-day health diseases.  What you’ll awaken to: How Scalar allows the body to free up the body to

*The purpose of this podcast is threefold: *(1) gain an understanding of how addiction is created by learning about the neuroscience(2) conceptualize the complications, chaos, and damage that is caused when we over-stimulate our brain(3) to explain powerful skills that can be used to manage compulsions or addictionsHere I lay out a foundational explanation so you can know your own inner compass and the compass of others around you when it comes to thinking about our thinking and overcoming impulse in our lives.** A Two-Part Brain**There are 2 significant parts of the brain that are correlated with the creation of most addictions: the prefrontal cortex and the limbic system. The prefrontal cortex is the part of the brain, just inside the forehead. This part of the brain is the source of what we call the “higher functions”; moral reasoning, rational thoughts, logical thinking, values of right and wrong, caring about relationships, guilt, remorse, and consequences.Another part is the limbic system, located in th

If your hair has a mind of its own and you feel like you’re constantly on the lookout for hair-repair, resist the urge to stock up with either the same thing you’ve been doing and/or chemical laden synthetic shampoos, conditioners, masks, and sprays touting miraculous “hair-repair tech-breakthroughs.”Great hair is healthy hair, it’s that simple!On this episode we’re going to undress your tresses from chemical stresses and bless them with natural result-orientated botanical swap outs.As a formulator and a hairstylist - I understand your dilemma of product overwhelm, especially in professional salon products that tout “natural and organic” on the label - only when you flip it around, it has far too many synthetic ingredients.Unfortunately, gone un-attended and for too long, these substances strip natural oils from hair and scalp leaving both seriously dry, while others leave behind a heavy-waxy build up guaranteeing bad hair.The more damaged the hair is, the higher its negative atomic charge, and the sought out

Control Your Brain and Balance your Frequency in 4 Key StepsHi beautiful! Chances are, you’ve never “thought” about the frequency of your brain and vibes of your thoughts. I’ve found through research and as a passionate hypnotherapist, the different states of mind we experience are quite important to understand how and why we practice exercises like meditation or self hypnosis to feel better and live more consciously.We’ve all experienced that magical feeling of being hit with ‘a ah-ha’ vibe. That moment of newfound clarity, a shift in perspective, and/or we just “feel” a certain way as we float through our day.Anyone can ‘train’ their body and brain to access different energetic states—it just takes some dedicated and repeated practice.The outcome? Feeling in the “ right kind of control,” a higher emotional intelligence, living outside of our monkey brain (ego) - and helping others do the same.ENJOY THE VIBE of this MIND SHIFTING PODCAST as I explain the 4 main brain wave frequencies and how to use them t

If the subconscious mind is responsible for 95% of our decisions and behavior - how can we listen to start to change our lives, more consciously? This episode will share the fundamentals of linguistic “why, what and how.” I'm beyond excited to welcome you to join and align frequencies and empowering energy with Dani Katz - the queen of quantum language.While I do not remember exactly where I first encountered Dani’s FABULOUS BOOK (Word Up: Little Languaging Hacks for Big Change), it made a profound impact on my life and the circle around me.While I jam out to Patti Smith, an inspiration to Dani, I jive to the high vibe frequency of our episode and the profound power that each of us women individually behold to live and enjoy and share with others - that only reciprocates itself into a self-generated life-giving frequency that expands beyond ourselves and into this infinite ecosystem.Dani Katz is a word and change maker, an LA-based writer, artist and Quantum Languaging coach/consultant and author of The Ne

Have you ever wondered WHY certain skincare products work better than others? Or, what makes “this” vitamin C, different from the other on the shelf?As unapologetic truth teller, natural beauty advocate and co-formulator of Evoq Beauty, I’m well aware of the surface information and tactics for selling natural beauty.First things first, I always look at the whole of a formulation and then work backward on getting to the endpoint safely and efficiently in the results I wish to achieve for the modern gal’s skin health needs.Just like you - I get pulled into all the allure of new fancy ingredients in the skincare scheme, and sometimes it’s sooooo convincing, between the attractive imagery and emotional words - I think “it must be true?”A little more digging, a phone call with my lab - I can quickly differentiate fact from fiction. So today, I’m here to help set the record straight. Like a festering, ready to get out pesky pimple, let’s BUST the common myths now. *Sorry for the gross visual, but - maybe that wi

Dr. Jake Felice returns to discuss the amazing properties of terpenes and topicals. Learn about what terpenes are, where they occur in nature, and their relationship with cannabinoids, human biology and the metaphysical.I firmly believe the sophistication of cannabis and its entourage secondary plant compounds are changing the industry and the future as more people learn to analyze their cannabis to ensure its quality. With help from research studies and leading plant science companies ( Evoq CBD Solutions as one ), we will be able to raise the bar with consistent plant formulas that give the consumer the power to judge quality themselves, instead of just taking a companies word for it.For those of you who do not know Dr Jake Felice - he’s a very diverse practitioner that includes the study and application of Cannabis to his practice. Jake and I both strongly believe in Cannabis's opportunity on global Connection and Communication starter at large.You'll want to listen to the first episode on the Awaken Beaut

Hormones can have a major effect on your hair growth and skin aging process. These “symptoms” readily tell a story of what is really going on beneath those layers.Do any of these symptoms sound familiar? Hair loss in clumps or strands, thinning eyebrows, dry skin, fine lines and wrinkles and acne.Contrary to popular belief, these symptoms are not from getting older. While aging causes a decline in hormones, environmental and dietary factors also have a hand in speeding up the aging process. While we can’t control our biological clock, what if we could get a handle on things we can control?It starts with our endocrine system and not as easy as mastering the latest detox or thyroid protocol.We know that hormones are the body’s chemical messengers -- and keeping them in balance and in the best communication with all parts of our body are fundamental for feeling great - BUT WHAT ABOUT THiER FUNDAMENTAL EFFECTS ON OUR HAIR AND SKIN?Today with Julie Tebben (check out our previous two episodes) we are going deep in

Anti-aging is more than just what you put on your face. There is a whole list of factors that go into healthy, balanced skin, including genetics, overall health, pollutants and diet.In Fact: Epigenetic studies now show that approx 80 percent of our health is influenced by our lifestyle and environment, leaving only 20 percent (or less) to our genetic “genes.”When that 80 percent is broken or not working efficiently, we then manifest dis-ease and many times it is reflective on our outer skin.Many of our health issues as a society today are now being linked to a potentially endocannabinoid deficiency. Symptoms can manifest in anxiety, sleep issues to cancer.Bringing it back to lifestyle, the endocannabinoid system ( the largest regulatory system) is supported by a number of ways.Sleep, exercise, nutrition - but as of recent, healing can be addressed through phytocannabinoids from hemp and cannabis.So how about our skin?Today we’re focusing on how CBD (cannabinoids) is a potent antioxidant, and when used topic

Hi there! Excercise for ya! Please step back from what you’re currently doing right now, you may even want to close your eyes - now….. just IMAGINE:Imagine if you could live everyday in a sense of calm while having great energy.You’re able to fall to sleep effortlessly and wake up alert.Your skin is clear and your hair abundantly growsLastly, you have a aweseome labido and can enjoy sex.This is what it feels like to have balanced hormones. But unfortunately women commonly are left feeling:BloatedAnxiousFatiguedInfertileIrritableDepressedStubborn FatAnd with Hair lossCould it be excess or deficiency?Julie and I break open the hormonal cascade and the top tips to keep them in check to avoid the previously listed symptoms.Given hormones are your body’s chemical messengers, they work slowly, over time, and affect many different processes, including metabolism, sexual function, reproduction, mood and much more.Get the 101 on Hormones and their complex process and how to assure we have the building blocks to ma

As a salon owner, thinning hair specialist and product formulator, I hear you - and feel you.Have hope, here are the show notes to our Awaken Beauty Podcast episode titled:**Rise to the Top with 15 Steps to Get to the Root of Hair Loss **Fact: Thirty percent of women report serious hair loss by age thirty. By age fifty, that statistic climbs to 50 percent.It’s demoralizing, and conventional medicine often pats you on the back, murmuring, “You’re getting older; it’s normal.” As someone who has struggled personally with hair loss and heard that same message from a doctor, I find that answer completely unsatisfying and more importantly, unnecessary. So if you have hair loss, take heart, help is on the way.Before I start looking for a solution to their hair loss in a box from the drugstore or a pill bottle from a dermatologist, I encourage clients to look inside their bodies.Getting to the Root: Causes of Hair LossSometimes hair loss is associated with a simple root cause. Most of the time, there are hormonal imb

In this epic episode, I hand over my reference of “endocannabinoid mentor” to our guest Emma Chasen - a leading Cannabis Educator and Industry Consultant. In fact, I call her the Endocannabinoid System and Plant GURU!For thousands of years, women have used cannabis to treat specific conditions, from inflammation to PMS. Emma uncovers how women possess more endocannabinoids like Anandamide in their bodies than men, often leading to a heightened sensitization to cannabis effects.Our entire conversation is electric as we tap into the future of precision formulas, identifying sneaky taboo products, and how particular cannabinoids help replenishes female health and beauty.With the abundant noise of productizing cannabis, I think we both would agree that the power starts with ourselves and by understanding the Intimate relationship between plants Phytonutrients impact within our unique personal biology. Enjoy as Emma and I go deep with you in our female empowering conversation.About Emma ChasenEmma has a mission

This first mini episode is a showstopper for sure! I can guess you’ve probably purchased some coconut oil and slabbed it on your skin, thinking you’re getting the best and (cheap) skin benefit from this oil! OH NO HONEY, think again.As a skincare creator, I absolutely understand the attraction to DIY products and keeping things simple. First off, our skin needs moisturizers to help prevent water loss. This is especially important for dry skin, dermatitis, aging and many other skin conditions.I know it seems unavoidable since coconut oil is one (of many) natural oils that is often used as a moisturizer and seen as a miracle for everything! Just ask google. But the truth is, when applied to your skin, coconut oil can make your skin worse. Don’t get me wrong I certainly use coconut oil in a myriad of ways!In this episode we’ll break down the top 3 ways coconut may make your skin worse in the long run and a bonus of what DIY oils to choose and a “Done For You option” I’ve developed and is found on Evoqbeaut

Hormones, hormones hormones. Part 2!Did you know that your stress levels and hidden chemical-laden skincare products may actually be behind your stubborn weight gain to a myriad of other symptoms?Many personal care products such as cosmetics, shampoos, and body lotions, contain harmful chemicals. For example, one of the most common chemicals found in personal care products is “Fragrance,” which can be made up of hundreds of various chemical compounds. Fragrances are linked to liver and kidney damage, cancer and endocrine disruption which interferes with your adrenal, thyroid and reproductive glands.When we use these personal care products we can inhale the toxins as well as absorb them through our skin (the largest organ that connects to the inside of our body).It’s simple enough just to say “Opt for natural plant-based alternatives with simple ingredients that have names you recognize…” its just as important to know the why and how to recognize the unwanted ingredients damaging our health.Before we move fo

I first learned about Laura Lagano by searching for other like minded powerful women that were knowledgeable in CBD with a background in Functional medicine. While I thought we were going to dig into hormones and cannabis the whole session, I was wrong. We landed on one consistent truth of holistically integrating our lifestyle with endocannabinoid support (CBD). Through our time, you’ll hear what most practitioners and retailers miss when it comes to the root reasons and how to use CBD and Marijuana.About LauraLaura Lagano’s journey initially started with her mother, who had a negative relationship with food, which inspired Lagano to go to school and study nutrition. Fast forward many years and Lagano see’s clients as a Registered Dietitian. Laura’s birth to her daughter, Isabella, suffered from developmental delay issues and seizures, so she started searching for new ways to combat her daughter’s challenges, which brought her to CBD after she heard that it was worked to combat seizures.She is an Integrat

Hi there! We’re breaking up the pattern today!With a “quick start” personality and as a creative, I’m constantly inspired and I've found that there are some powerful ideas about happiness, how we analytically think (or don't), and human nature that don't quite fit the structure of the show.So, I’d like to post this very first episode of an ongoing “Mini Awaken Episode” series.I was talking to a good client of mine who’s a Ph.D. and scientist and she told me something interesting and is factually true.She said...1 year after graduation you forget your professors' name.5 years after graduation you forget the classes you’ve taken10 years after graduation you forget every fact you learned.Now, I know with all of my education, this seems to be true - but there’s one exception. While I may not remember what I was tested on, or professors I had, I do remember certain moments with mental clarity.One of them I remember is being in the back of a room in a class for Functional Medicine and we were on the final day of

Hormones, hormones hormones.Did you know that your stress levels and hidden chemical-laden skincare products may actually be behind your stubborn weight gain to a myriad of other symptoms?Today we’re here to talk about what happens as a consequence to our inner and outer ecosystem and daily actions that may be putting us at risk when we have “too much” or an imbalance of Estrogen.Estrogen is what gives us women our beautiful hips, breast and thighs and keeps our entire body well lubricated. Estrogen also increases the health of our bones, plump skin, mood and much more.Feeling it?Irregular or heavy periodsWater retentionAcneBreast swelling and tendernessHeadachesFibrocystic breast changesWeight gainMood swingsHair lossIn this episode we review exactly how your estrogen gets out of balance and the critical key actions you can take to become aware and detoxify them!Listen and share with every bosom you know!ResourcesBONUS ***Get the FULL SHOW NOTES *** in a full beautiful DOWNLOADTake action & get the FREE

I can feel your head nodding “yes,” as I state that as women, we play a complex and multi-faceted roles as caregivers for our kids, grandchildren, parents, partners and communities. So how do all of us super savvy females replenish our output? Listen up as we dive in with Aliza Sherman (CEO of Ellementa) and dialog on what women are seeking from cannabis and CBD ( and how it differs from men).In fact, here are a couple of strong facts on men versus women pursuing hemp/cannabis:○ Pain, & Arthritis are higher with a 3 to 1 ratio of women versus men.○ Anxiety impacts more women (as much as 24 percent) than men.○ Hormone dysregulation impacts women far more than men, increasing routine symptoms of PMS, Endometriosis, Migraines, Acne and more.So from these statistics, we can conclude women are using CBD as a specific therapy for multiple diverse medical conditions—particularly pain, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders.Enjoy the great insights Aliza brings around plant genetics, the artisanship of

Have you ever hit a wall (enter symptom here) and ran in circles with “normal” labs or medical provider input - and wondered if a Functional Medicine practitioner could get to the root?So often women ask, “Will I ever feel like myself again? How can I feel at home in my body?” Women are filled with doubt because a doctor told them there is no way to overcome their diagnosis, whether it be of fatigue, overweight, depression, an autoimmune condition, diabetes, PCOS, infertility, or one of the myriad other health problems women face.If you’ve never heard the term or of this type of care, this is a MUST listen to episode where we have the pleasure of speaking with Women’s Health expert Julie Tebben on the serious state our health care and the role of Functional Medicine. Julie and I met 11 years ago on the trajectory of training for functional medicine, and we share similar views about the need for providers like health coaches and nutrition consultants in supporting women along their health and hormone journey.S