· By Oliver Tatler
Your Morning Routine: Supercharged
In a culture increasingly driven by performance, clarity, and conscious wellbeing, the modern morning routine is no longer limited to a cup of coffee and a half hearted cleanse. It has evolved into a highly intentional ritual that primes the body and mind and your skin, for the demands of a fast paced world.
This is a clinically informed, resilience building morning routine designed to energise, sharpen, and protect. It combines hydration, movement, thermoregulation, and advanced topical nourishment led by Good Good Balm, your skin’s daily defence partner.
1. Hydration: The Foundational Layer of Cellular Health
- Physiological relevance: After 6–8 hours of sleep, the body is in a mildly dehydrated state. This affects cognitive performance, hormonal regulation, and dermal function — including elasticity and trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL).
Protocol:
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Immediately upon waking, consume
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400–600ml of filtered water with a pinch of Himalayan salt and a squeeze of lemon. This supports electrolyte balance, liver function, and intracellular hydration.
Skin impact: Enhanced skin turgor, reduced morning dullness, and improved dermal absorption of topical products.
2. Activate Circulation, Cortisol Control, and Skin Resilience
Physiological relevance: Cold exposure stimulates vasoconstriction followed by rapid vasodilation, enhancing circulation and lymphatic drainage. It also increases norepinephrine levels, supporting alertness and anti-inflammatory responses.
Protocol:
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Begin with 30–60 seconds of lukewarm water, gradually transitioning to cold for the final 1–2 minutes.
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Focus exposure on the upper back, chest, and neck to stimulate brown fat and vagal tone.
Skin impact:
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De-puffing effect
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Reduced inflammation and redness
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Increased oxygenation and circulation to facial tissues
3. Seal in Hydration and Defend Against Environmental Stressors
After a cold shower, your skin needs protection, apply a natural barrier balm that seals in moisture, supports the skin barrier, and defends
against the elements.
Use Good Good Balm, formulated with:
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CBD & CBG to calm inflammation and support skin repair
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Beeswax to lock in moisture without clogging pores
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MCT Oil for deep nourishment
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Vitamin E to protect and heal
How to use:
Warm between fingertips and apply to damp skin using upward strokes. Let it absorb fully before heading out.
4. Physical Movement: Oxygenate Cells and Stimulate Lymphatic Flow
Physiological relevance: Light morning movement facilitates lymphatic drainage, increases endorphins, and primes metabolic pathways for the day. It also supports hormonal balance, particularly cortisol and insulin regulation.
Protocol:
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5–10 minutes of mobility-focused movement (e.g. hip openers, spinal rotations, shoulder release)
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Optional: brisk outdoor walk or short breathwork session
Skin impact:
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Increased blood flow enhances nutrient delivery to dermal layers
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Encourages post-application glow and more efficient skin cell turnover
5. Alcohol Denat
Commonly found in: Lightweight lotions, gels, and spot treatments
Why it’s a problem: This form of alcohol evaporates quickly, stripping the skin of its natural oils and disrupting the moisture barrier. Regular use can leave skin dry, tight, and more prone to irritation.
Use this instead: Argan oil is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, helping to replenish lost moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. MCT oil also absorbs easily, leaving the skin feeling nourished without any greasy residue.
Time to Simplify Your Skincare
You don’t need a 12 step routine or harsh chemicals to feel good in your skin. The future of skincare is smarter, simpler, and more natural.
Just a handful of powerful ingredients. Nothing nasty, no filler, no BS.
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