WELLNESS
8 Summer Cooling Rituals to Refresh Your Body & Mind – The Essa Way
Looking for natural ways to stay cool and grounded this summer? When the heat rises outside, real refreshment comes from within. These signature Essa rituals are designed to calm the nervous system, cool the body, and help you reconnect with your senses. Whether it’s a cooling breathwork session, a sound bath with ocean waves, or a raspberry collagen iced matcha – let this be your go-to guide for summer balance.
1. Cooling Dreams – Summer Sleep Ritual
Hot nights can easily disrupt your sleep, impacting your energy and mood. Create a cozy, dark, cool sleep nook: choose light, breathable bedding and spray a hint of chamomile water on your silk eye mask or pillow. You’ll fall asleep faster and wake up truly rested.
2. Sheetali Breathing for Overheating & Stress
"Sheetali" is a yogic breathwork technique that cools your internal temperature and soothes your nervous system. Curl your tongue into a tube, inhale through the mouth, and exhale slowly through the nose. Just a few rounds can bring instant relief – perfect for hot afternoons or sudden stress.
3. Ice Massage with Jade or Rose Quartz Rollers
Store your facial rollers in the fridge for an instant summer glow ritual. Cold jade or rose quartz helps reduce puffiness, refresh the skin, and promote emotional clarity. Jade balances, while rose quartz supports emotional healing.
4. DIY Herbal Foot Soak with Mugwort & Mint
Add dried mugwort and fresh peppermint leaves to a bowl of lukewarm water for a calming foot soak. Soak for 15 minutes to cool your feet and soothe your entire nervous system through the pressure points in your soles.
5. Cooling Sound Bath with Binaural Waves
Create your own "cool down" playlist using alpha or theta-wave binaural tracks blended with ocean or waterfall sounds. These frequencies slow brainwaves and support deep relaxation – ideal after a hot day.
6. Cooling Jewellery: Copper & Ceramic
According to ancient traditions, materials like copper and ceramic not only look beautiful but help regulate energetic temperature. A handmade ceramic necklace or copper bracelet can be a small yet powerful summer talisman.
7. Raspberry Collagen + Iced Matcha Elixir
Mix Essa Raspberry Collagen with a cup of chilled matcha for a glowing, energizing summer drink. The tart sweetness of raspberry pairs beautifully with earthy matcha. Serve with ice and mint leaves for the ultimate afternoon pick-me-up.
8. Watsu-Inspired Water Ritual for Two
Watsu (water shiatsu) is a meditative practice involving floating, gentle movement, and trust. Try a summer version in a calm lake or pool:
- Stand waist-deep in water with a partner.
- Hold hands or forearms and begin to gently sway.
- Breathe together: inhale for 4 counts, exhale for 6.
- One partner closes their eyes while the other gently guides them through the water.
- Switch roles.
This practice cultivates deep presence, nervous system calm, and mutual connection. The water, the movement, and the trust form a true summer ritual.
Ready to cool down and reconnect with yourself this summer? Explore Essa’s ritual-inspired wellness essentials and step into your most balanced season yet.