The Glow Begins Within: What You’re Really Releasing During a Facial

At Pure Renewal, we talk a lot about glow…skincare, lashes, tans, facials. And yes, those things do matter. They help you feel confident while you’re peeling back old versions of yourself. They’re supportive rituals as you move through doubt, heartbreak, burnout, or simply growing up and out of who you used to be.

But real glow doesn’t always come from adding something in. Sometimes, it comes from what you’re finally ready to let go of.

Because behind every service we offer, there’s something deeper happening. We're not just here to boost your brows or brighten your skin, we’re here for the whole journey.

We've celebrated your wins. Held space for your tears. Laughed with you. Gotten mad at your man when he deserved it.

Because this is more than a glow-up,  it’s a safe space to shed the weight of what no longer serves you… and remember how good it feels to come home to yourself.

Sometimes clients sit in my treatment room and start venting, about their skin, their stress, their relationships, their sense of self. And before we even start steaming or exfoliating, I can already tell what needs to shift most…

It’s not their routine. It’s their thoughts.

Not because they’re wrong or broken; but because those thoughts are running on repeat. Loud, old programming that says things like:

 “I should be doing more.” 

“Why do I always feel behind?” 

“If I relax, everything will fall apart.” 

“I don’t deserve to spend money on myself right now.”

Sound familiar?

We don’t always realize that our beliefs are just thoughts we’ve practiced for a long time. And the good news? We can start practicing something new.

If you don’t know where to begin, begin here:

When you notice the old thought… gently choose a new one.

That’s it. That’s the shift. That’s the start.

Lately, when my own brain starts spiraling or I catch myself waiting for the other shoe to drop,  I pause. And I remind myself:

“I trust this new life, where feel-good things happen to me every day.”

That’s my anchor. My redirect. My personal mantra.

Not because everything is perfect,  but because I’m ready to stop expecting it to go wrong.

Because I’ve worked hard. Because I deserve joy. Because peace isn’t just a destination… it’s a decision.

A little glow homework for you this week:

1. Notice the thoughts that make you feel heavy 

2. Forgive yourself for believing them 

3. Choose a new one, even if it feels unfamiliar.

And if you need help softening the spiral, sometimes a facial is more than just skincare.

The combination of facial massage, aromatherapy, and intentional stillness has been shown to... 

• lower cortisol levels

• stimulate the vagus nerve, which promotes calm

• and regulation support better sleep and mood through lymphatic drainage and touch therapy.

It’s not just the products and glowing skin, it’s the pause. That hour on the table becomes a reset button. A space to breathe. A place to let it all melt off your face and out of your mind.

You don’t have to push through. You’re allowed to soften, reset, and start again with a clearer mind and lighter heart.

You’re not behind. You’re just beginning something better, and we’d love to hold that space with you.

 Want to make glow part of your lifestyle?

The Glow Getters Club is for the women who are done waiting for the “right time” to take care of themselves. It’s your permission slip. Your secret weapon. Your glow-up circle. Get first dibs on exclusive offers, last-minute openings, and feel-good extras we only share with our insiders.

 [Join the Glow Getters Club here]

Because this season… you don’t just get to glow. You deserve to.