A Gentle Start to the Holiday Season

As this year comes to a close, I want to pause and thank you—truly, deeply—from the bottom of my heart. Your support, kindness, and encouragement have carried me through every milestone of this journey. I’m so grateful you’re here.

This has been a year of transformation. I completed another certification in Face Fitness, explored new techniques to release facial tension, and had the privilege of guiding senior leaders through corporate sessions on Face Yoga and mindful facial wellness. Life also took me from Tokyo to vibrant Singapore, and onward to Australia, Seattle, and Korea for work. It’s been busy, expansive, and full of growth—both personally and professionally.

I’m also incredibly grateful to share a milestone that belongs to all of us: through our annual Giving campaign, we raised SGD 5,000 through my face fitness work, and I’ve donated the full amount to charities supporting communities in need. This impact was only possible because of you. Thank you for helping me turn wellness into generosity. “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

— Acts 20:35

As we step into a new year, I’ve been reflecting on what truly matters. My resolutions are simple but deeply meaningful:

• to explore more of beautiful Singapore,

• to continue my education in wellness so I can bring even more value, knowledge, and care to you,

• to teach more people about face wellness and the importance of prioritizing wellbeing,

• to spend more quality time with my family,

• and to travel with intention, curiosity, and joy.

Before we welcome the new year, I also want to wish you a warm and peaceful Winter Solstice. May this turning point of the season invite you to slow down, soften, and return to your inner light.

I’m excited to continue walking alongside you on your own wellness journey. Please remember: your wellbeing comes first. Before you care for anyone else, fill your own cup—gently, intentionally, lovingly.

A Gentle Start to the Holiday Season

This is the perfect moment to slow down, soften your breath, and reconnect with yourself. To support you, I’ve put together three simple techniques to help you feel lighter, brighter, and more energized as you move through the holidays.

**Natural Remedies for Dry Lips**

Are you tired of dealing with dry, chapped lips? I know the struggle all too well. After experiencing dryness and irritation from harmful chemicals in some lipsticks, I decided to take matters into my own hands. In this blog, I'll share my journey and provide you with natural solutions to keep your lips soft and hydrated.

Understanding Dry Lips

Dry lips can be caused by various factors, including cold weather, dehydration, and the use of certain lip products that contain harmful chemicals. Common symptoms include flaking, cracking, and a general feeling of discomfort. It's essential to understand the root causes to effectively treat and prevent dry lips.

Face Yoga for Lip Moisturization

Did you know that face yoga can help moisturize and rejuvenate your lips? Face yoga involves specific exercises that improve blood circulation and enhance the natural moisture of your lips. Check out this video Instagram where I demonstrate some simple lip exercises that you can incorporate into your daily routine.

DIY Natural Lip Balm

Say goodbye to store-bought lip balms with harmful chemicals and hello to a DIY natural lip balm! Here’s a simple recipe that uses natural ingredients to nourish your lips.

**Ingredients:**

- Organic Coconut oil

- 100% Pure Avocado oil

- Beeswax (Made in Japan)

- Essential oils (optional)

**Recipe:**

1. Melt the beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter together in a double boiler.

2. Once melted, remove from heat and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil (if desired).

3. Pour the mixture into small containers and let it cool and solidify.

4. Apply the lip balm as needed to keep your lips soft and moisturized.

Each ingredient in this recipe has unique benefits for your lips. Coconut oil provides deep hydration, beeswax creates a protective barrier, and avocado oil soothes and nourishes the skin.

Conclusion

Taking care of your lips doesn't have to involve harmful chemicals. With face yoga and a DIY natural lip balm, you can achieve soft, healthy lips naturally. Give these tips a try, and let me know how they work for you in the comments below! If you like this blog, share and follow for more.

Regards,

Coffee Cheung (Founder of Everyday Face Yoga) 

What is Facial Gua Sha?

I notice significant transformation on my face and energy through Face Yoga and Facial Gua Sha. In this article, I would like to share with you the benefits of Facial Gua Sha for your skin and overall well-being.

What is Gua Sha?

Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese self-massage technique that is thousands of years old. It works with the meridian lines, acupressure points, circulatory and lymphatic systems of the body. For me, I think the best time to do Facial Gua Sha is in the morning after a good night sleep.

Gua (刮): This means "to scrape" or "to rub" in Chinese. It refers to the technique of scraping the skin with a tool.

Sha (痧): This means "sand" or "sand-like rash" and refers to the redness or small, raised spots that can appear on the skin after the scraping technique.

The Gua Sha practice involves using a smooth-edged tool to gently scrape the skin in long, upward strokes with gentle pressure. This method is believed to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.

Here are some of the benefits that I experienced:

1. Improved Circulation: Gua Sha helps to boost blood flow and circulation, which can lead to a healthier, more radiant complexion.

2. Reduced Inflammation: By promoting better circulation, Gua Sha can help reduce puffiness and inflammation, giving your skin a smoother appearance.

3. Enhanced Lymphatic Drainage: This technique aids in moving lymph fluid, which helps to detoxify the skin and remove toxins.

4. Relief from Tension: Gua Sha can help release muscle tension and relieve stress, providing a relaxing experience.

5. Increased Absorption of Skincare Products: By stimulating blood flow, Gua Sha can enhance the absorption of serums and moisturizers, making them more effective.

6. Improved Skin Texture: Regular use of Gua Sha can lead to improved skin texture and tone, making your skin look more youthful and firmer.

7. Promotes better quality of sleep. Regular use of Gua Sha combine with acupressure points push can lead to better quality of sleep.

8. Improve levels of collagen and elastin. By promoting better circulation and more oxygen and nutrients, this will lead to improve levels of collagen and elastin.

If you are interested in learning more on how to perform Facial Gua Sha, please sign up for my upcoming Facial Gua Sha workshop in February.

Look forward to sharing more wellness tips with my community.

Cheers to a happy and healthy 2025!

With Love,

Everyday Face Yoga, Founder

Certified Face Yoga teacher and Certified Facial Gua Sha Teacher