Wellness Junkies | Beauty & Wellness Tips, Hacks, Recs & Reviews for Women 40+

In this week's episode of Nirvana Sisters podcast, we catch up with Kat Ashmore who you may know as @katcancook on Instagram and TikTok. She talks about her new book, Big Bites, and her favorite easy recipes for weeknight meals and tips for prepping. We also get the full scoop on how she maintains her glowing skin when Kat shares her detailed routine. Lastly, Kat shares with us the collagen that has changed her skin along with the cooking ingredients she's not afraid to use. We enjoyed every second of this interview and hope you do too.Buy Kat Ashmore's Big Bites hereBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Nirvana Sisters Podcast episode we talk with wellbeing advisor Sally Joy Wolf. Sally shares simple steps to starting a gratitude practice and explains why it's scientifically proven to benefit our mental state. She teaches us about "savoring" and gives us micro steps to being present in our day to day. We chat about the link between vulnerability and being your authentic self, why finding meaning and purpose aids in being resilient and so much more. This episode is filled with science backed tips to achieving life satisfaction and happiness.About Sally Joy WolfBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Amy and Katie share the hottest trends on the horizon for 2024. They break down the buzz on makeup trends, innovations in women's health, sports for brain health, and so much more. If you've heard the term "Vagus Nerve Stimulation", expect to hear more of it as well as a focus on hair longevity, skin barrier protection, and more. Listen to hear why the overarching trend of 2024 is longevity.Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we talk about the products we’re loving in January. Katie shares her favorite new retinol after years of trying to find the right match for her sensitive skin and she also reviews the tinted SPF that is keeping her skin tone even through the cold months. Amy shares the calming oat serum that’s keeping her skin hydrated and curing some of her skin irritation as well as an eye cream referred to her by the one and only @natashabeautyjunkymonkey. Listen for more of the products mentioned that will give your face warmth and glow through the winter months.Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Best of 2023: We're showcasing our fan-favorite episodes from 2023—whether you missed them the first time or want to relisten. Packed with plenty of self-care inspo, it's the perfect way to gear up for the new year.In this episode, we learn all about gut healing with gut journalist, Sarah K Hoffman who started A Gutsy Girl community. Sarah shares with us why she created the Gutsy Girl community and takes us through her healing journey and the path she took to feel better. During our conversation, Sarah unveils her three pillars to ultimate gut healing, sharing practical strategies that can empower anyone seeking to improve their gut health. She dives into the lifestyle changes she made, exploring the specific adjustments that brought about change to finally cure her SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and live a healthy life. She also talks about the evolution of her food journal, her new supplementation line, and other helpful gut healing tips that are helping her community.About A Gutsy GirlBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're showcasing our fan-favorite episodes from 2023—whether you missed them the first time or want to relisten. Packed with plenty of self-care inspo, it's the perfect way to gear up for the new year.In this episode, we make the complex world of hormonal imbalances easier to understand. We meet Marisa Faye who is a holistic hormone specialist, and explore the various hormones contributing to imbalances and how they can impact our overall well-being. Marisa shares the symptoms to watch out for, the seven most common hormones that affect imbalance for the vast majority of women, various types of tests you can take, bio-identical hormones, and more. Additionally, in this Part 1 of 2 series, we address insulin resistance and why women often have stubborn weight that won’t move. Listen to Part 2 here.About Marisa FayeBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFor more on hormone disrupting chemicals, listen to episode 105,Follow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're showcasing our fan-favorite episodes from 2023—whether you missed them the first time or want to relisten. Packed with plenty of self-care inspo, it's the perfect way to gear up for the new year.In this Nirvana Sisters podcast episode we chat with breathwork facilitator and educator, Steph Magenta. We discuss how the various types of breathwork can improve our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Did you know there’s breathing practices to calm you down AND practices to energize you? Steph shares with us easy breathwork techniques that can be done anywhere at anytime. She also explains why we shouldn’t be breathing through our mouths on the day to day, why mouth taping at night is effective, and so much more.About Steph MagentaBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're showcasing our fan-favorite episodes from 2023—whether you missed them the first time or want to relisten. Packed with plenty of self-care inspo, it's the perfect way to gear up for the new year.Get ready to laugh and learn about all the makeup favorites and hacks with TikTok Star and makeup artist of 25 years, Erica Taylor. In this weeks Part 1 of 2 episode, we sit down with the incredible Erica, a seasoned makeup artist with 25 years of glam under her belt. From behind the scenes to the limelight of TikTok, Erica shares her fascinating journey, mixing beauty for mature women with the viral quick hits for social media. We have talked about Erica on previous shows and were so excited to finally chat with her personally. Erica reveals her top picks, from concealers to highlighters, and gives the dish on her easy and relatable makeup routine. Part 1 and Part 2 (coming next week) are a blend of beauty, laughter, and the story of a makeup artist who turned TikTok into her own glamorous canvas.About Erica TaylorBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Nirvana Sisters podcast episode Amy and Katie share their favorite picks for your holiday gifting. Whether you need a gift for your bestie, mom, husband, wife, or anyone else - we’ve got you covered. We share beauty products, hair products for her or him, luxury items to cozy up in, the warmest and chicest coat on the market and more. Plus stay till the end to find out what promo code NIRVANA2023 will get you 20% off of. Happy Holidays!!!!Brands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereUse promo code Nirvana2023 for 20% off at nirvanasisters.com/shopFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Nirvana Sisters podcast episode Katie chats with ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic CEO and co-founder, Dr. Zack Abbott. The two discuss what is physiologically happening to your body when drinking alcohol, why dehydration is NOT causing your hangover, what is and what you can do it about it. Introducing ZBiotics! Listen as Dr. Zack Abbott explains the science behind this special probiotic and why it should be your new tool in your wellness kit to get you through the fun of the holidays and any other time you imbibe. Whether it be a big night out or savoring a glass of wine with dinner, learn why ZBiotics will help you maintain your healthy habits and routine the next day. Order it STAT before the holiday rush using Nirvana10 to receive 10% off your first order at ZBiotics.com - you'll enjoy the holiday season all the more. Cheers!About Dr. Zack AbbottBrands/Mentions + Shop this episode hereFor more on this episode, read the full show notes hereUse promo code Nirvana10 for 10% off on ZBiotics.comFollow us @nirvanasisters on InstagramFind us at www.nirvanasisters.comSay hi at hello@nirvanasisters.comPlease subscribe, rate, review and share 🙏🏻✌🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.