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Have you heard of unplugging? It's the action of taking a break from the relentless new cycles, the drain of the social media scroll, the fatigue that can come from work/business stress, running a household, and taking care of loved ones. Unplugging isn't one thing, though. It's different for all of us! Check out our tips for giving yourself a break by 'unplugging' below. Take a tech time-out. Set a reminder or alarm on your phone for one hour before bedtime to switch everything off - TV, laptop, phone. Use the time to gently unwind with a warm bath, meditation, journaling, reading, drawing, flicking through a magazine, stretching, or simply sitting still with a cup of tea.  De-beep your phone. All that buzzing, whirring, and vibrating keeps us attached to our phones at all times. Switch off the notifications and instead check your phone when you want to, not when it tells you to. Follow with care. So many of us subscribe to blogs, follow social influencers and receive email marketing material from people or businesses that truly add nothing to our everyday lives. Particularly, if any of these 'follow's make you feel down, disheartened, or demotivated, get rid of them. HERE'S HOW THE TEAM LIKE TO UNPLUG MARKETA - SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETER " The best way for me to unplug from social media would be by reconnecting with nature. Often I find myself scrolling through Instagram without having made a conscious choice to do so. So to allow myself some time to recharge and clear my head, I go to the beach to watch the sunset, to the hills for a hike, or even for a little road trip at least twice a week. It is a very positive and rejuvenating experience to put down the devices and take a feel moments to feel grounded, refreshed, and real.  I am also a stargazer - I love to find a place away from all the light pollution and busy city life to enjoy the cosmic spectacle to its fullest. You even have to put your phone away at least ten minutes before the stargazing - simply to let your eyes adjust to the darkness of the night sky to be able to see as many stars as possible. I can't recommend stargazing enough. It always gives me a sense of belonging, humbleness, and most importantly, the perspective of realising how tiny the fraction of the universe we live in is."   TRACEY - LOGISITCS & ORDERS " The best way for me to unplug from social media would be in between the working day and dinner time. I love to pop onto the deck and have some peace and quiet, some time to myself before the chaos of being a mother kicks in. I'll simply leave the electronics inside, grab a good book and read away.  Other days, I use my phone, not for social media but, to call my granddaughter and catch up with her. Time goes so fast and I always feel so much happier for it. "   LEAH - JUNIOR MARKETER " I like to unplug from all the distractions that life throws at me by leaving my phone at home and organising a picnic at the local gardens, a hike with my camera, or a trip to the beach at least once a week. Getting away from the distractions at home (social media, emails, cleaning, etc.) When I allow myself to step away, take in my surroundings and be in the moment with my loved ones and myself, my phone doesn't come to mind for a moment.  I also recommend setting phone screen time and app limits! Give yourself a set amount of time on your phone a day and be realistic about it, everyone is different. What helped me was to look at my daily average screen time (try not to scream) and reduce that by 20% increments each week until you reach your ideal limit. You'll notice your mind is clearer, more positive, and mindless scrolling isn't your first option for enjoyment. "   FIONA - PUBLIC RELATIONS " My favourite way to unplug it to pump the music (I have a playlist on my Spotify with the most uplifting and positive tunes I know of), throw on an apron, and bake! Time in the kitchen, mixing the batter for a Nigella Lawson Chocolate, Tahini and Banana Bread, or a massive cheesecake, or a tray of oatmeal cookies for my son's lunchbox makes me feel strongly connected to my home and family. And the big bad world seems a little further away when there's something delicious in the baking tins. "   WENDY - CREATOR / DIRECTOR " I try this one simple thing, to not look at my phone until I'm in the office. This gives me a couple of hours all to myself. I understand this is only addressing those of you who don't have the pitter-patter or the stompity-stomp, of children in the house, but it still gives you undivided attention to enjoy your morning family time. I then go for a walk up Napier Hill (it's the Earthquake Tsunami Evacuation point, so I try to beat my time on the goat track). I either listen to a podcast or just take time to think, take in the sights and gardens of Napier or smell the sea air. There is something peaceful about a town before it wakes up. "   We hope that whatever action you take over the next few weeks to unplug, brings you a little peace, calm, and clarity.  Here's to your beautiful skin, and a clear mind x 

Everything you need to know about choosing a sunscreen, why you need one, and how they work. Is a mineral sunscreen better than a chemical sunscreen? Can using a chemical sunscreen damage my skin or my health? What do antioxidants do in sunscreen and why do you need them to protect skin?

We’d followed Kelly Gibney’s  adventures in food for a long time before she trialled Corbin Rd – and now, we love seeing her share elements of her skincare journey as she makes the switch to slow beauty. Tell us about yourself, Kelly…I’m a food writer, food stylist and photographer based in Auckland. I’m a mother to young two daughters. I love cooking and eating (no surprise there), reading and being active - bush walks, beach walks and outdoor yoga are my faves. How long have you been using Corbin Rd? About 3 months now. I’d been feeling the call to find a simpler way for a while. I was feeling overwhelmed with all the million-step routines out there and to be honest my skin was quite overwhelmed too. I’ve noticed a huge difference in correcting the extreme dryness I experienced with my skin previously.  My skin is so much calmer and more stable since I’ve switched – it’s wonderful. What do you love about the range? The idea of doing more with less is so great and really speaks to me. It’s a mindset shift that’s really freeing and feels truly like self care. Is there anything that concerns you about the beauty industry? I hate the idea that we’re constantly being told we’re not enough. That you’re never using enough products. There’s always another thing you should be using (on top of the million things you’re already expected to use) to address a concern you didn’t even know you had to worry about. The whole beauty industry can sometimes feel like a real pile-on of worries for women. I really love the simplification of the whole process with Corbin Rd. What’s the one thing Kiwis could do to reduce their impact on the planet?Just realise that, in most cases, they already have enough. Constantly buying “stuff” is such a wasteful mindset. We need to learn to make do with what we have – recycle, upcycle and buy second hand. It’s not necessary to constantly be buying new clothes or toys… or anything! Buy quality and take care of the things you own to ensure they last.How do you slow down and relax?I love reading. My absolute favourite part of the day is in the morning sitting in a chair on our front deck with a cup of coffee, a book and whichever daughter got to my lap first. Listening to the birds and soaking up that first light of the day – it’s magic. We’ve been doing this every morning since spring arrived in Auckland. It’s an amazing way to set yourself up for the day and totally worth getting up earlier for.How do you treat yourself?A walk by myself, drinking matcha (my fav!) or going for a swim. I’m not a big shopper or anything like that. If I splurge it’s on really nice ingredients to cook a good meal or my fav adaptogenic herbs or medicinal mushrooms (I love a good potion).What message would you give your 16-year-old self, if you could?Oh my gosh, this one hits me hard. I’d tell her she’s already perfect (because she really doesn’t think that) and that it all gets easier. I found being a teen really tough - so much pressure and being in between childhood and adulthood is a strange time. I really hope I’ll do a good job of guiding my two lovely girls through the teen years.What will life look like for you in a year’s time?Hmm hard to say. Hopefully I’ve kicked off studying nutrition (something I’ve been wanting to do for ages) and am in the process of another cookbook. I hope I’m planning an international holiday and that the world has opened up a bit more.What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given? I really love that Eckhart Tolle quote “This too shall pass”. It’s such a good reminder that life has its seasons and that when things are hard, it won’t always be that way. Conversely that even the blissful happy times don’t stay that way forever. That life is constantly in motion. Soak it all up.You can follow Kelly’s skincare journey here.

As we welcome long summer days and social gatherings, be mindful of your alcohol consumption during the silly season (I hope I haven’t lost you already). While it’s probably a crime to write this post from the beautiful wine region of Hawkes Bay, I say this in the best interest of your health. Our clients often ask numerous questions about all aspects relating to alcohol consumption. Is alcohol healthy? How much is too much? What kinds of alcohol are best? How to minimise the side effects of alcohol? And how does alcohol consumption fit into other health goals (ie. Weight management, hormone balancing, gut health)?  My thoughts on alcohol come down to your mindset and behaviours around drinking. Do you drink for the social aspect, the taste, the reward, to relax? Does drinking interfere with your relationships, job, sleep, motivation and do you regret drinking the following day? Here’s some food for thought: Current recommendations are to consume no more than two standard drinks per day and that must include two alcohol-free days per week. If you have a family history of cancer, there is NO safe level of alcohol consumption, which is a very powerful statement to contemplate. The human body cannot excrete alcohol; it has to be converted into acetaldehyde by the liver. That is what gives you a sore head the next day. When we drink daily, or, for some, just regularly, the liver can be so busy dealing with alcohol as its priority, other substances that the liver has to change so they can be excreted don't get any attention and are recycled back into the body. Estrogen and cholesterol are two examples. Think hormone imbalance/high cholesterol. Those with gut issues. This includes individuals with IBS, Crohn’s/Colitis, reflux/GERD, chronic constipation/diarrhea, SIBO (small intestinal bowel overgrowth), food sensitivities, etc. First, alcohol is an irritant to the gut lining, which can add fuel to a fire. Second, alcohol is a sugar/simple carb that feeds bacteria and can aggravate situations where there may already be an imbalance in gut bacteria. With this in mind it is important to understand that consuming alcohol may be preventing you from achieving your optimal wellness and you really need to assess the impact alcohol has on you as an individual. As we head into the silly season, clink glasses and celebrate getting through one wild year, follow these little tips to support your health: Stay hydrated. Soda water is a great mix for spirits. In addition, try having a glass of water between alcoholic drinks. Electrolytes before bed are also great. I always joke with my clients, 'If you want to get older, go ahead and drink!'" There's no question that excessive drinking causes your body to become dehydrated. Your skin, which is the largest organ of the body, will start to show when you've been leaving your body severely dehydrated too often. Alcohol inflames the tissue, and systemic inflammation to the skin caused by alcohol creates a histamine reaction—that creates the redness, the flushing of the skin. Eat, whether it be cheese platters or a beautiful BBQ shared amongst loved ones. Eating slows the absorption of alcohol. Support your liver. Your liver is the main organ involved in processing alcohol, so supporting its function will reduce unwanted side effects. My top supplements include N-Acetyl-Cysteine, milk thistle, dandelion root, magnesium and B-vitamins. The worst thing for that hangover is paracetamol – it’s just another toxic load for the liver to excrete. Try electrolytes & B vitamins instead (not Berocca) It’s a really unpredictable year, so please gather with your loved ones and relish in their company. Something we may have taken for granted pre lockdowns. Something that we have also learnt is our health trumps all. With love,Gina Urlich

There is no denying how tough the last 18 months have been.Back in the beginning, before the words lockdown, contract tracing and contactless deliveries were common place in our every day vernacular, we worked out how we could help, by making hand sanitiser at a time when the country was running short.Through the rest of 2020 and into 2021, we all came to appreciate our homes soooo much more – the little things, like baking bread, getting our daily exercise, brewing beautiful coffee and taking time to invest in our skin.Corbin Rd became synonymous with slowing down, breathing deeply, buying only what we need and doing less.So really, it’s your support, and your love for our products that has allowed us to do something we’d only really dreamed of – open a retail store! We are so proud to welcome you to Corbin Rd’s flagship store, located at 58 Dalton St, Napier. Here, you’ll find our full range of skin and bodycare, tools and personalised advice on how to nourish your skin back to its absolute best.Please come and see us! We’re throwing open the doors from Thursday 2nd December, and offering a FREE Christmas Gift Set with any purchase over $50.00 for one day only. Online customers – you’re eligible too. Just make sure you place your order between now and midnight, Thursday 2nd December. If you have a subscription order this will automatically be added.We are so so indebted to our valued customers for understanding and committing to the concept of slow beauty, and we can’t wait to share stage two of our retail adventure with you, coming early 2022. This is just the beginning, and we couldn’t be more grateful to be on this ride with you!Heres to your beautiful skin,

Hands up who loves Christmas, but loathes Christmas waste? All that plastic packaging, tape, wrapping and ribbons – never mind Santa’s sleigh, you need a rubbish truck just to clear away the mess! It’s so easy to get caught up in consumer pressure at Christmas and lose sight of the wonder of the season, and the happiness a simple, useful gift can bring. So this year, our Christmas gift sets can sit on their own, under the tree (no wrapping required!) in zero waste Christmas finery that can be reused and repurposed long after the turkey and trifle has been devoured. Our Christmas skincare set (Restorative Cleansing Balm, Face Oil and Viteve™ Silk Cloth) is presented in a brilliant reusable stainless steel box - $59.99 – and the Christmas bodycare set  (Corbin Rd Body Oil and Body Lotion) in a reusable, zipped jute bag – $39.99 We’d like to make your Christmas the most sustainable one yet. So purchase ANY product (including other items in our skincare or bodycare range) through www.corbinrd.co.nz before December 16th, and you’ll automatically go in the draw to win a gorgeous Vallkree Electric Bike, which comes with a basket of Corbin Rd products worth $500!For those already on subscription, or those who sign up for one within the promotional period, there are THREE automatic entries into the prize draw.  We’re also collaborating with fashion brand Max this year, so you can find our skincare and bodycare sets on their gifting tables at selected stores this season. Wow! Christmas 2021 is almost upon us, so start making a Christmas list of smart, simple, practical gifts that really work. Maybe it’s time to try the slow beauty approach and join the movement of people who want to do more with less, create less waste and go easy on the planet. We can certainly help with that.  Here’s to your beautiful skin!

Meet some of the people who’ve committed to slowing their beauty routine, simplifying their bathroom cabinet with multifunctional products, and choosing a pared-back lifestyle. Charlotte Henry from Words To Live By is our first Face of Corbin Rd. Tell us about yourself, Charlotte…  I’m a freelance copywriter living in Napier and working with clients from all over New Zealand and around the world. Much of my work is bringing new brands into being; everything from naming and taglines to brand stories and creating a voice that brings to life a brand’s purpose and resonates with the right people. I live in a rumpty villa with my two children and our majestic tabby cat. My backyard is my haven with fruit trees, a hammock under a cherry blossom tree and the song of tui, bellbirds and piwakawaka. We love to entertain and make an excuse for a garden party; life’s better with decorations, music, tasty snacks and cold champagne.   How long have you been using Corbin Rd? I met Wendy from Corbin Rd a couple of years ago and she introduced me to her wonderful skincare products. I was a little suspicious of the balm and cloth as I’d always been a foaming or cream cleanser in a bottle kind of girl. But after my first try of the cleansing balm I was sold. Massaging the balm into your skin is a lovely ritual and I noticed how soft my skin became. I did feel like my skin was being nourished even while being cleansed. The hydrating oil is divine too.   What do you love about it?It’s simple, so simple. I love that the formulations are minimal and made of natural oils that nourish the skin. I also love that it’s a local business and that that business is operating in a responsible way – making mindful choices that allow us to feel ok with using less. It’s freeing to realise my skin can feel this great with so few products. What does ‘slow beauty’ mean to you? It’s the antithesis to the more, more, more culture we’ve been used to for so long. Buy more, use more, consume more. It’s so easy to be swept along by the wave. It probably started for me with the Dolly magazines I used to pore over as a young girl, excited by the fluro fashion and candy-coloured lip glosses… we’re bombarded by messaging that plays on our fears and insecurities, and these are tailored to every life stage. Life is busy and it only gets busier. It seems to have ramped up even more in the last couple of years with the ability for us to be online and on call all the time. I’m a working mum running my own business from home and that means keeping a lot of plates spinning at all times. It’s crucial for me to find ways to slow down and switch off. Little things, like a joyous skincare ritual at the end of the day, can go a long way for me in letting things go, breathing deeply and slowing down for a moment. What’s the one thing Kiwis could do to reduce their impact on the planet?It’s a minefield and I can’t claim to be doing all the right things. But if I can make incremental changes as I go on, I think that is playing a part. We’re lucky in Napier to be able to get milk delivered in reusable glass bottles; I put my empties out in the morning and have fresh milk on my doorstep in the afternoon, I love that. I compost, I recycle, we cook and bake at home, and we love the hand me down clothes loop.What does your ideal Sunday morning look like?A lie-in and then up for good coffee and a book in the morning sun, followed by pancake breakfast with my little family while we plan the day ahead – a bushwalk or day at one of our favourite local beaches.   Where are the best places in New Zealand to recharge?We’re spoilt for choice in Hawke’s Bay for places to recharge; beaches, bush and beautiful mountain vistas. Sometimes my soul needs a city hit so a weekend in my hometown Wellington calls; Cuba Street for brunches, beer and cocktails, Petone for coffee and second-hand shopping, and the south coast beaches to blow away the cobwebs. What will life look like for you in a year’s time?Can anyone really answer this question right now? We’re living in a crazy time where it is so difficult to plan. I think this period we’re living in is going to teach us more about ‘being’ than ever; about being in tune with ourselves, our mental health and the people closest to us. I think this is a good thing. If in a year’s time I am happy, at peace and can share joy each day, I’ll be happy with life. Find Charlotte over on Instagram or LinkedIn.

Refining why we think Slow Beauty is a modern skincare solutionLike slow fashion, there is a groundswell towards a future where “less is more”. As societies, we are paring back our lifestyles and demanding more conscious choices. What about your skincare regime, how do you even know where to start?  Fast beauty creates multiple single-performing skincare products at lightning-speed to capitalise on beauty trends. The result is a myriad of confused and overwhelmed customers, wading through multitudes of expensive and complicated routines and as Stuff reported, spending up to $15k on beauty treatments annually. That’s not small change and could go to better use, towards a deposit on a house for example.  I get it, we are bombarded with information, and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the next best thing. But when my skin packed up on me and it took using the absolute minimal of products to repair, it dawned on me that we don’t have to spend hours deciphering skincare regimes and dropping dollar after dollar with our fingers crossed to get results. You can get it by using a lot less.   Corbin Rd delivers a pared-back range of simple to use, multifunctional products that enhance your skin and your lifestyle inside out. We call this modern approach to beauty, Slow Beauty. Slow Beauty follows three principles 1. Achieve More with Less Creating multifunctional products that save time, energy and money without compromising on quality 2. Choose Quality Our products use high-quality plants and botanicals that deliver real, noticeable results to your skin, body and the planet 3. Create Less Waste Mindful of the effects skincare packaging has on the environment. 99% of our packaging can easily be recycled, but we prefer it to be upcycled or refilled. We are constantly looking out for new technology of how this area can be improved and made more efficient. There are three fundamental steps to healthy skin: cleansing, exfoliating and hydrating. This can be achieved with just three high quality, high performing, multi purposed products that deliver skin results and work on all skin types. Our invitation to you is to use up the skin care products you have and then move to the Slow Beauty approach. Join the movement of people who want to do more with less, simplify their lives and tread lightly on the planet.  Your skin will be amazing and you’ll feel liberated that you don’t need to worry about skincare choices anymore.  It’s time to bid farewell to the overwhelming confusion of fast beauty and join the modern movement of Slow Beauty with Corbin Rd.

Like it or not, our ‘new normal’ includes wearing either disposable or cloth face masks whenever we travel, shop or mingle with others. And for some, that’s meant putting up with outbreaks – dubbed ‘maskne’ (acne that occurs on and around the area cloaked by a mask). Unfortunately, maskne is fairly common – and there are reasons as to why spots and redness tend to thrive when masking up.  Luckily, there are some easy ways to help protect your skin from breaking out – and choosing the right sort of mask is number one. We’ve found these MKM 36.6 Coolmax simple cotton masks, sewn in the Manawatu by a wonderful local fabric mill, work a treat – they’re double layered in a range of wearable shades, comfy on the ears and have a pouch for inserting a Helix wool filter (boosting your protection to three layers!) So, why does your skin react badly to wearing a mask? And why doesn’t the rest of your body behave this way when you’re wearing jeans or t-shirts? Well, your face contains more oily glands than any other part of your body. And the function of those glands - called the sebaceous glands – is to protect your skin from moisture loss. When we cover our face in a mask, it’s a bit like popping clingfilm over a bowl of salad. You’re protected from exposure to the elements but moisture is trapped under the fabric and sits right up against your skin. You know how the underside of your clingfilm develops beads of moisture? That’s happening on your face, clogging the sebum, causing bacteria to develop, and – for many of us – acne. There are a number of ways to help our skin withstand mask use – here are my top tips: 1. Choose a breathable fabric mask It sounds counter-intuitive to choose a mask that breathes, but a natural fibre mask, such as cotton or merino, with at least two layers of cloth offers protection AND allows your skin to breathe. 2. Wash after each use As tempting as it is to stuff your mask back in your pocket and pull it out the next day, do wash your masks in hot water and grab a fresh one each morning. You don’t want to be transferring yesterday’s bacteria build-up onto today’s clean skin! 3. Go fragrance-free An unperfumed washing detergent will lessen opportunities for your skin to react badly 4. Use Corbin Rd Restorative Face Oil daily A few drops of our multifunctional face oil pressed gently onto the skin before heading out helps create a barrier that bacteria will have a harder time getting through. It also relieves friction. 5. Go au naturel  Aside from your mask, and a dab of oil, try and leave it at that. Avoid wearing heavy make-up as the ingredients can inflame the skin and contribute to maskne. 6. Take it off Make sure you remove your mask and let the skin breathe at regular intervals throughout the day.  Nobody likes it much, but masks do look set to stay for a bit. Being kind to our skin, using natural and organic ingredients wherever possible, gives us all the best protection against maskne.  Here’s to your beautiful skin!

Tis the season to be puffy, and while we all love spring and the warmth in the air, many of us also suffer from itchiness, puffiness and irritation at this time of year. Then there are others of us who ‘just woke up like this’ – and need a little help to de-puff in time to face the day. Here are my five tried and true strategies to relieve puffiness, quickly. 1. Dehydration Did you know dehydration could be the root cause of your puffiness? Starting your day with a large glass of warm lemon water gets the digestion system moving and the blood circulating. Substitute lemon for a dash of apple cider vinegar to assist with healthy gut function and you’ve killed two birds with one stone! 2. Get Moving Get moving – and I don’t mean leaping into gym gear! If you move the skin on your face, you’ll help your lymphatic system drain any puffiness away. Invest in one of our gua sha or our popular Sculpta 6000, both of which quickly and cleverly move excess fluid sitting under the skin to your lymph drainage points. Remember, always angle your gua sha or Sculpta so that you’re working up the face – we don’t want to drag anything downwards. Gravity ‘s already doing that job. 3. Face Oil Use a face oil to infuse your skin with nutrients. Our Corbin Rd Restorative Face Oil with Bakuchiol soothes and strengthens skin, delivering a powerful punch of antioxidants that help combat puffiness. Apply twice daily and pat gently into the face. 4. Cucumber The movies love this one! For morning puffy eyes  - often a problem when suffering from spring allergies – two slices of chilled cucumber can really do wonders. Follow up with some gentle gua sha around the eye area and you’ll look fresh as a daisy. And another top tip – keep your gua sha in the fridge so it cools, calms and smooths even more effectively! 5. Change your Pillowcase regularly Pollen and bacteria can settle into the weave of the fabric making puffiness your bedfellow! One of the questions we’re often asked is whether a gua sha or the Sculpta 6000 (which is battery driven) is best. They each do an amazing job of de-puffing, so it’s really a personal choice! Our gua sha requires a little more concentration and technique as you get the hang of it, but is really effective and you can easily change the pressure you apply with your hand. Our Sculpta 6000 is a great all-rounder, gentle and light on the skin’s surface, and a little easier to use around the eyes. Or try both! They’re great playmates. Heres to your beautiful skin!

But first, what is the difference? The skin on our body is constantly battling external aggressors, UVA/UVB damage, weather temperature fluctuations, heating, cooling,  body wash detergents, soaps and exfoliators, cold and hot water– thus it is always in need of hydration. Body oil delivers high-intensity moisture back to the skin almost instantly, whereas body lotion is water-based and seals in moisture but is more ideal for targeting drier skin concerns.   Benefits of Body Oil  Dermatologists support the use of oils to help balance the skin’s natural sebum production, repair and regulate the skin’s natural barrier and deeply moisturize for glowing results. They key word here is balance. Oils also tend to be purer in terms of ingredients as being water-less it won't support bacteria . So for those of you who are in love with the clean, go this route.  Benefits of a Body Lotion This classic soothes dry skin and helps to keep skin hydrated! Lotions have incredible moisturizing abilities because the base of the formula is a mixture of oils and water, allowing for better skin penetration and retention of hydration.  Please note,  gel-based formulas or products with alcohol are not lotions or hydrate How to Use Body Oil Timing is everything when incorporating oils into your body-care routine! To lock in moisture for maximum hydration results, apply to skin when it is still slightly damp. You guessed it, that means post-shower! For an added boost to parched skin, you can layer lotion over body oil. The Verdict  It really comes down to personal preference and timing. Regardless of your choice, make sure to choose formulas with ingredients that can work beautifully together to maximize hydration results for your best skin yet. 

Exfoliation is one of the biggest game changers in your beauty routine that often goes discredited. Our skin naturally renews itself every 28 days, bringing new healthy glowing skin cells to the surface. As we age, this process tends to slow down, and dead skin cells pile up, resulting in a dull, rough, and dry looking complexion. Exfoliating is an essential step to removing those dead skin cells to reveal great skin. Here are 5 benefits that make us reach for our favourite treatment or scrub: 1. Unclogs Pores When you exfoliate, you are effectively unclogging pores by sloughing away dry skin and other debris that might remain on your skin post-cleanse. This helps to fight off stubborn black heads, white heads and prevents blemishes from forming. Dead skin acts as a seal to pores, trapping oil created from sebaceous glands under dry skin without release. Exfoliating stops these skin irritations before they can even appear. One word, prevention! It is important to remember to treat the skin with care! Make sure to gently exfoliate in a non-irritating way.  2. Helps Other Skincare Penetrate Deeper Freeing your pores of dead and dry skin allows other skincare products in your beauty routine to penetrate more deeply and effectively! Dead, dry skin acts as the ultimate barrier between your complexion and your beauty favourites. Serums, treatments, and moisturisers have a better chance of travelling through microchannels of the skin to work their magic and produce the results you are looking for.  3. Evens Skin Tone Those of us who have struggled with hyperpigmentation, texture and dark spots can relate to how frustrating it can be to treat. It often feels like a long road to hopeless and it’s a one-way, non-refundable ticket! And you are not alone. Thankfully, with a little patience and consistency, exfoliants can lend a helping hand. Exfoliating helps to break down dead skin while also smoothing overall texture, making the complexion appear even and smooth. 4. Boots Circulation & Increases Cell Turnover Exfoliation is key to stimulating circulation and boosting skin radiance! Stimulation of lymphatic drainage, think internal cleansing, helps detoxify and remove unhealthy debris. Boosts in circulation help with cellular turnover so that only fresh, healthy cells stay at the surface of your complexion while dead, dry cells are shrugged away. The result? Glowing, radiant, baby-faced skin is revealed – a look we all strive for. 5. Stimulate Collagen Synthesis  Regular exfoliation helps to stimulate collagen synthesis to improve skin’s texture and keeps the complexion looking plump, tight, and youthful. This means that exfoliating offers TONS of anti-aging benefits that often go unrecognised. Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles naturally by incorporating this step into your beauty routine and reap the benefits.

 Gina Urlich – BHSc Clinical Nutritionist  As the weather cools down many of us notice a change in our skin. Winter can be a particularly triggering time for those with sensitive & dry skin, but, know that there are some simple micro habits that will nourish your skin from the inside out, keeping your skin soft & hydrated. Hydration is key and is always the first step that I recommend   Many of us can become habitually dehydrated as we drink less water in cooler months. Drinking water sets your body up to function at its best, which benefits not only your body’s largest organ but so, so much more. When your cells are hydrated, it shows on the outside.   Herbal teas are a beautiful way to hydrate your cells in winter if you’re struggling to get your 8 glasses of water in. The bonus of drinking herbal tea is the infusion of nourishing medicinal herbs into hot water. It is a beautiful ritual & method to keep skin hydrated & healthy.   My favourite teas for the skin are: Nettle, rich in vitamins & minerals, promotes circulation, antifungal & antibacterial. Rooibos, powerful antioxidant, excellent source of alpha hydroxy acid, which is fabulous for skin health. Chamomile, known for its calming effect on the body, chamomile can also be particularly useful for stress-related digestive issues. It is also high in antioxidants combating free radical damage. Dandelion, aids our digestive system by maintaining the proper flow of bile. It is also high in vitamins, minerals & antioxidants.    Your digestive system  Since everything is so incredibly connected, I’m going to take you on a deep dive into the digestive system. The skin is like the external window into the internal digestive system and any kind of topical condition like eczema, psoriasis, acne or dermatitis requires some internal treatment.  Your digestive system is responsible for breaking down your foods, absorbing the nutrients from that food and filtering any waste products or toxins out of your body. Those nutrients are the building blocks of cells, including skin.  So lets look a little deeper into breaking down and absorbing nutrients. The best way to tell that your body is able to absorb nutrients from your food is by your bowel motions.Undigested food in a bowel motion is a clear sign you’re not breaking down food or your transit time is too fast. Floating stools or an oily film on the toilet water tells me there is some fat malabsorption (absorbing fats is very important for dry skin).  Your body must have clear elimination pathways to get rid of waste and toxins: kidneys and urine, skin and sweat, and through bile and the intestines, when these elimination pathways are working optimally our skin looks clear and supple.  A crucial element in having healthy skin is having a healthy balanced gut bacteria. Our gut and the skin are our two interfaces between the internal world and the external world, having a healthy microbiome (balanced gut bacteria) is essential to maintaining healthy skin (1). Your overall gut bacteria is reflected in having a normal, daily bowel movement. If you’re experiencing regular diarrhoea or constipation you can make the assumption that your gut microbiome is off, which can be a contributing factor to skin problems (2).  Probiotics are essentially beneficial bacteria that can exert positive effects on your gut as well as your skin as they are passing through. You can get a diverse range of probiotic strains from foods such as kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, yoghurt & kefir.     If gut health is an issue for you then a consultation with a nutritionist is recommended for probiotic supplementation – The gut is the epicentre for overall wellbeing Now once your gut is working optimally lets get all the good nutrients in to be absorbed & utilised. The intake of omega 3 fatty acids is important to skin health, not only for hydration in the winter months but also for the anti-inflammatory effects. Most of us are deficient in this essential fatty acid since it is very low in our modern diets. The best sources of omega 3 fatty acids are fatty, oily fish like salmon, cod, sardines, seaweed and algae, chia/flax/hemp seeds, walnuts, coconut & avocado.  Key vitamins & minerals Focus on foods rich in Vitamin A, Zinc and Vitamin E as they are all important for skin health. Zinc is critical for the formation of collagen, a protein molecule that forms connective tissue and skin. Foods rich in Zinc are meat, shellfish, legumes (chickpeas, lentils, beans), seeds (pumpkin, hemp), nuts, eggs, dairy, whole grains (spelt, rice, oats). Vitamin E helps to combat oxidative stress and keeps the skin youthful. Foods rich in this fat-soluble nutrient are sunflower seeds, almonds, avocados, other nuts (like hazelnut, pinenut), spinach and other greens.  Vitamin A is a fat-soluble nutrient that plays an essential role in body growth, immune health, vision, reproductive and skin health. Good sources of vitamin A are animal liver, cod liver oil, egg, sweet potato, carrot, spinach, broccoli, mango and papaya.  Antioxidants I couldn’t talk about skin health without adding in the importance of antioxidants. The bright colourful pigments in your fresh produce are a vital component of maintaining good skin health and contain many anti-aging properties. Found in berries, leafy greens, dark chocolate – cacao, beetroot, and in super foods like brazil nuts, goji berries and spirulina. Antioxidants promote cell turnover and fight the resulting oxidative stress to aid with our body’s and skin’s natural repair. Changes in gut and liver health, hormone imbalances, dehydration, lack of sleep and inflammation can all show up on the skin as tell tale signs that we need to make a change. Like every season, we need to adapt our diet accordingly. Our winter diet should consist of warm foods with lots of cooked fruits & vegetables to help us feel nourished and grounded. Start the day with a small bowl of oats, rice or quinoa flavoured with stewed fruit, honey or cinnamon. For lunch and supper, choose nourishing foods such as steamed vegetables, slow cooked stews, soup or kicharee. Avoid raw or cold food & drinks this adds pressure to the digestive system. During Winter, nature pauses its usual processes and prepares for a season of rest and restoration to enable new growth and life in the Spring. Stillness and energy harmonized together are the foundations of wellness in nature and also within ourselves. As we go deeper into Winter, nature is inviting us to take time for rest, and it's up to us to accept the invitation. Nourish, Rest & Nurture   With love Gina xx      https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6048199/   https://gut.bmj.com/content/65/1/57

Why exfoliate? Exfoliators play an important role in skincare by helping to buff away pollution, dirt and dead skin cells from the skin's surface, which in return helps to promote healthy cell turnover and glowing complexion. Exfoliators come in two  forms  chemical and physical and are generally designed to help even out textural irregularities, unclog dirt from pores, prevent breakouts and transform dull skin. Physical or Chemical: What Kind of Exfoliator is Best? The contrast between chemical and physical exfoliants is all in the name, so neither are better than the other as long as they are safe, not overused and achieve the goal without damaging the acid mantle of your skin which protects your skins natural protective barrier. Types ofphysical exfoliation Physical exfoliants use something physical, such as granular scrubs, cloths, brushes, sponges and an array of tools and gadgets.  But not all are the same,  some physical exfoliators are known to cause micro-tears that are created by grains, ground up nuts, salts or sugars that are too sharp or jagged, causing little micro tears in the skin. So it's important to ensure if you choose this form of  exfoliator the particle size is fine and designed for the face. There are many great scrubs out there, this is just a word of caution, if it feels like it's scratching don't use it.  Types of chemical exfoliation Chemical exfoliants remove dead skin cells with the use of acids (alpha-hydroxy acids/ AHAs or beta-hydroxy acids/ BHAs) to aid in skin cell turnover and remove dead skin cells by dissolving the "glue" that binds them to other dead skin cells, known as Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid and more. Can I use both, physical and chemical exfoliant? Chemical and physical exfoliants should not be used together ,at the same time or on the same day. You risk stripping your natural barrier and undoing all the good, more about that later.  You can alternate days but, just keep in mind the stronger the exfoliant the less often you need to exfoliate. So what does over-exfoliated skin look like? It will be red and inflamed it feel become sensitized and irritated to other products and often you will see tiny pimples and thick inflamed congested looking skin If this happens, just stop! Stop using soap cleansers and active skincare such as Vit C or A and especially stop any exfoliators. Your skin could take up to a month to recover as that is the full skin cell cycle.  Apply cold presses as often as possible to get the inflammation done, apply fresh aloe vera if possible and use balms or oils to cleanse, and a physical sunscreen. The last word Exfoliating regularly can soften the appearance of fine lines and make it easier for skin-care products that follow to absorb and penetrate deeper into the skin. Without incorporating exfoliators pores can remain clogged, giving the appearance of larger, more open pores and minimises the efficiency of skin care products to follow. More words of caution Exfoliating regularly can soften the appearance of fine lines and make it easier for skin-care products that follow to absorb and penetrate deeper into the skin. Without incorporating exfoliators pores can remain clogged, giving the appearance of larger, more open pores and minimises the efficiency of skin care products to follow.  More words of caution. A factor to consider when using chemical exfoliators like AHAs is the geographical location, in this instance, the Southern Hemisphere. The depletion of the ozone layer in this region has caused an increased exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels, UVA or UVB, from the sun to reach the Earth's surface. Some of the profound effects of a thinning ozone layer are its adverse impact on skin health such as skin cancers, irritation, sensitivities and premature skin ageing. With the skin already vulnerable to environmental stressors, AHAs can cause further damage to the skins protective barrier function if not properly used before a highly protective sunscreen. Viteve™ Silk Exfoliating Cloth If you use a physical exfoliator like the Viteve™ Silk Exfoliating Cloth by Corbin Rd. in conjunction with the hydrating gentle yet effective Restorative Cleansing Balm you can exfoliate every day without causing any micro-tears or irritation to the skin. We thought it would be "the best exfoliator for clogged pores" as the balm softens the plugs making it easy for the Viteve™ silk tufts to dislodge them. cleansing and exfoliating this gently will A mild way of exfoliating the skin would be to use both physical and chemical together for just as exceptional results and using fewer products that focus on the Slow Beauty Approach whilst being mindful of creating less waste.

 Kristy W. Gilbraith, MBA, BSN, RN From early on, we're taught to take care of our skin, but let's face it, how many of us heeded that advice? Not until the uneven pigmentation,  rough texture, and  whispers of crows feet crop up,  do we look to undo the damage, including slathering ourselves in sunscreen and vitamin A, retinoid, type products. It's no secret that retinol and retinoids help address the signs of aging and sun damage. They're also used to improve skin texture via exfoliant-like properties. However, despite their efficacy, these products have been observed to irritate skin, especially in higher concentrations, resulting in dryness, peeling, redness, and sensitivity to sunlight. Additionally, retinoid and retinol products are not advisable for use while pregnant or breastfeeding due to concerns regarding congenital disabilities. So, what's one to do if sensitive skin is a concern or pregnancy is in your future?  The Botanical Slow Beauty Solution If you've not heard of bakuchiol, then you are missing out on the best retinol and retinoid alternative there is, as it literally turns back the clock on skin. Bakuchiol, pronounced "buh- KOO-chee-all" is a plant-derived powerhouse. A compound that naturally occurs in the seeds of the Psoralea corylifolia (Babchi) plant indigenous to India and harbours anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, blemish reducing and potentially  anti-ageing qualities. The oil's history is rooted in ayurvedic healing, as it has been used for addressing inflammation, ridding blood impurities, weight loss, and skin maladies. However, today it is considered a must- have for youthful, clearer, more beautiful skin. Dr Kiran Kaur Sethi, a Columbia University educated physician based in Delhi, India, asserts bakuchiol has proven beneficial at 1% strength with significantly less irritation [than retinoids]. Benefits of Bakuchiol Multiple clinical studies are touting the benefits of bakuchiol. A notable study published in 2018 by the British Journal of Dermatology demonstrated bakuchiol's effectiveness was comparable to retinol and its ability to improve photoaging. It was also shown to be better tolerated over retinol.    Bakuchiol is often credited as the natural alternative to vitamin A, although it does not have the same chemical structure as retinol it triggers pathways that activate skin cells similar to retinol resulting in stimulating cell turnover, combating dark spots and softening textural irregularities on the skins surface, promoting a smoother, plumper, and more blemish-free appearance. As a photostable ingredient, Bakuchiol does not increase UV and sun sensitivity and offers potent antioxidant qualities so it is safe to apply twice a day, both in the morning and at night to maximize efficacy without causing redness, as it's entirely plant-based.  The verdict A well-defined compound with over 99% purity, Bakuchiol has clinically demonstrated to reduce hyperpigmentation and wrinkles as efficiently as retinol, with a better skin tolerance. Making it an ideal ingredient for soothing and balancing irritated, blemish-prone and prematurely ageing complexions through collagen and elastin stimulation.  Bakuchiol oil's benefits are hard to ignore: Effects similar to retinol, visibly reducing wrinkle depth and skin roughness. Performs as a broad-spectrum antioxidant, staving off visible signs of aging from environmental stressors. Boosts collagen-deprived skin by visibly stimulating a firmer-looking complexion. Contains antibacterial properties, minimizing acne and occasional breakouts. Noticeably improves overall skin-tone and texture without negative side-effects.  Suitable for all skin types, Our Corbin Rd. Face Oil contains 1% Bakuchiol, works harmoniously with other ingredients without negatively interfering with its characteristics. The Multi-Vitamin Restorative Oil + 1% Bakuchiol blend is chocked full of antioxidants and vitamins E, A, C, B and D, and omegas 6,7 and 9, which boosts skin’s natural moisture retention capacity and promotes skin healing for youthful, brighter, smoother appearing skin,  and most importantly for Australiasian sun exposed skin it helps reduce the presence of UV-induced skin damage such as hyperpigmentation.  Shop Here    

We all have those days when we are frustrated and disheartened with the way our skin is behaving. I’m talking about that flat feeling of annoyance that we’ve been doing all of the right things and it’s just not playing the game.

Slow beauty should be the words on your lips if you’re into clean living and an eco-friendly lifestyle. Given the state of the world post-COVID-19, it is hardly a surprise that slow beauty has gained such popularity. It is a mindful approach to skincare and life in general. Slow beauty is about making considered choices when it comes to your skin, your lifestyle and the planet. We think everyone should get on board.  Slow beauty followers support brands that use sustainable ingredients and improve personal wellness. Obviously, this means such followers must be a bit picky about the brands they choose to buy. This may seem difficult at first, but slow beauty practitioners swear by it. If you're still on the fence yourself, here are 7 reasons that you should choose slow beauty skincare and incorporate slow beauty principles into your own life. 1. Adopt a holistic beauty mentality - try natural skincare Slow beauty is a subset of the holistic beauty movement. Holistic beauty is a way of melding one's beauty routine with every other aspect of living.  What sets slow beauty apart is its specificity. A slow beauty lifestyle clearly emphasises the need to combine three particular facets of one's life:       1.  Physical health and wellness       2.  Mental health and emotional wellness       3.  Environmental sustainability 2. Increase your mindfulness With holistic beauty comes increased mindfulness. Mindfulness is a spiritual belief and psychological practice. It reclaims personal wellbeing by focusing on the moment and devoting oneself to living in it. It takes practice and concerted effort to achieve mindfulness, but every steppingstone along that path forms an important part of its experience.   Slow beauty can be one of those stepping stones. Purchasing products that seek to improve your health and appearance in a slow, sustainable way is markedly more mindful than purchasing products that promise instant results. Rather than getting hung up on the future or some unattainable end goal, slow beauty teaches people to accept themselves as they are and make gradual improvements instead of drastic transformations. 3. Support ethical business practices Some modern business practices can be a real turn off. Despite living in a modern society that is fully aware of the corporate impact on human life and our very planet, some businesses continue to operate in a manner that benefits them at the cost of all others.   Slow beauty bucks that trend entirely.   When you purchase slow beauty products instead of mega-mart brand-name cosmetics, you send an obvious message to businesspeople around the world. Specifically, you're saying that you will spend your money on healthy, sustainable products instead of mass-produced ones that harm our communities and environment.  4. Encourage environmental sustainability A good example of ethical business practices that the slow beauty lifestyle supports is environmental sustainability.  Slow beauty products are produced from sustainable, ethically sourced ingredients. Slow beauty products do not jump onto popular trends just for the sake of making a profit. Because of the connection between slow beauty and holistic beauty, you won't find a slow beauty retailer that supports environmental destruction. Slow beauty doesn't make sacrifices for the benefit of personal health. You can trust that the ingredients in slow beauty products aren't contributing to damage in rural areas or third-world countries. Likewise, slow beauty producers do not test their products on animals. Another reason to sleep easy when choosing slow beauty options. 5. Enable lasting, long-term self-improvement As we said earlier, the main goal of slow beauty is sustainability. This sustainability extends to both the environment at large and our own individual health. For example, consider what we know about building new habits such as including more exercise in our lifestyle, moving towards a plant-based diet or incorporating mindfulness into our life. Much as we would love for there to be an overnight or instant fix for these habits, it just doesn’t work that way. We know that we’re much more likely to continue a new habit if we incorporate it at a gradual, steady pace rather than a crash course or cold turkey approach. Beauty is no different. When you make small but long-lasting improvements to your self-care routines, you're more likely to stick with them and, thus, more likely to see long-term benefits. 6. Remove bodily toxins One of the largest benefits of slow beauty products is the focus on removing bodily toxins.  Lots of cosmetics advertise themselves as cures for congested skin and environmental damage. If they intend to do so by pumping your skin full of synthetic chemicals, though, they're really just exacerbating the problem. Slow beauty products do not. They address dull complexions, wrinkles, blemishes, sun damage, and other common beauty concerns with natural ingredients. In other words, you aren't adding new toxins to your body in the hopes that they will expel the old toxins.  7. Cultivate simplicity  As our own Wendy Nowell-Usticke  attests, “Minimal should be the norm, not the exception.” This is true for cosmetics, healthcare and life in general.   Unlike products with three labels full of ingredient lists, many of which are synthetic and unpronounceable, slow beauty products seek to deliver the best results in the simplest way possible. This means that they only use the ingredients they need and that those ingredients originate solely from ethical, environmentally friendly sources. Simple ingredients and simple processes mean simple solutions. Where to shop for slow beauty skincare Supporting the slow beauty approach is an excellent way to broadcast a message to cosmetics companies worldwide. We want beauty products that improve more than just our appearance. We want products that heal our bodies and protect our planet.  The only question left is where to go about purchasing such products. A great place to start is Corbin Rd.. A New Zealand-owned and operated business, Corbin Rd. uses only the highest quality and most sustainable ingredients possible. We reduce waste via mindful packaging choices and commit to absolutely no animal testing of our products. If you’re new to Corbin Rd., we have a starter set ( of our essential products, in sweet little mini sizes. Our Restorative Cleansing Balm, Viteve™ Silk Exfoliating Cloth and Restorative Face Oil. All you need for healthy, strong and radiant skin!  

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Amazing Skin for the Holidays? YES PLEASE! By guest writer Kristy W. Gilbraith, MBA, BSN, RN, BC-LMT Okay, let's face it. The Corona Virus and all the other happenings taking place in the world was enough stress to add premature wrinkles to anyone's face. For me, after day 30 of lockdown, the thought of what I was going to do about my skin left me fraught with flashbacks of pubescent acne because my monthly facial routine was interrupted. What?! Don't judge. We all had priorities during what seemingly felt like a "world is ending" moment, and facials and toilet paper were mine. There's nothing like a pandemic to get you rethinking how to implement self-care and beauty at home. The need for quality skincare products on hand and devices to support the efficacy of creams, balms, and oils, or what have you to maintain vibrant and healthy skin, became more apparent each day, and a vibrational therapy facial wand is one of those devices. The Science: If you've never heard of vibrational therapy, you may think it sounds a bit, well, hokey. However, vibrational therapy is not new and is definitely not hokey. For quite some time, whole body vibrational therapy (WBVT) has been used in the medical community to manage various chronic conditions. For example, according to Aminian-Far et al. (2011), WBVT may reduce delayed onset muscle soreness via muscle function improvement. King et al. (2009) observed short-term improvement via whole body vibrational therapy in patients with Parkinson's disease, citing observed improvements in all symptoms, motor control, and functional outcome measures at the time of assessment. Specifically, a significant decrease in rigidity and tremor and a substantial increase in step length and improved speed on the grooved pegboard task. Fascinating, right?! There's also the study review by (Lau et al. (2011) that noted WBVT as being "beneficial for enhancing leg muscle strength among older adults." Even from a focused perspective, vibrational therapy was deemed feasible in improving TMJ (Muir et al., 2014). So, you may be asking, "what does any of that have to with me getting great skin for the holidays?" Well, everything quite frankly loves. Beauty and the Tech: Leave it to technology to bridge the gap between science and beauty, which isn't that much of a leap when you think about it. Skin is the largest organ of the human body. It is complex and requires absolute care if it is to look, feel, and perform it's best physiologically. Knowing what we do about vibrational therapy in healthcare, the stage is set for what we can expect from focused therapy, such as the kind observed in a facial vibrational wand. Facial vibration wands demonstrate benefits similar to that of massage. They reduces puffiness, increases circulation, and aid in toxin removal via lymphatic drainage. Additionally, like WBVT observations noted by Lau et al. (2011) and King et al. (2009), vibrational facial wands help tighten muscles in the face, while relaxing facial rigidity. So, no need to get injections in the face to relax wrinkles when a vibrational therapy facial wand will seemingly do the trick. The icing on the cake is the enhanced absorption of facial products, which in my book, makes this gadget a winner! If you're looking to enhance your at-home skin routine, I highly recommend checking out Corbin Rd.'s Scupta 6000 to get your face ready for the holidays and whatever 2021 brings. It also travels really well. So, great skin is anywhere you are. Cheers!Kristy W. Gilbraith, a self-proclaimed life student, is a licensed registered nurse, board-certified massage therapist, Armed Forces veteran, and the founder of Southern Hospitality Brands: UndiesLoft and Southern Hospitality Fragrance Co When unwinding from business, her guilty pleasures are binging on Netflix series', beauty and health writing, and international travel with her husband.   References: Aminian-Far, A., Hadian, M.-R., Olyaei, G., Talebian, S., & Bakhtiary, A. H. (2011). Whole- Body Vibration and the Prevention and Treatment of Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness. Journal of Athletic Training, 46(1), 43–49. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-46.1.43 King, L. K., Almeida, Q. J., & Ahonen, H. (2009). Short-term effects of vibration therapy on motor impairments in Parkinson's disease. NeuroRehabilitation, 25(4), 297–306. https://doi.org/10.3233/nre-2009-0528 Lau, R. W., Liao, L.-R., Yu, F., Teo, T., Chung, R. C., & Pang, M. Y. (2011). The effects of whole body vibration therapy on bone mineral density and leg muscle strength in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Rehabilitation, 25(11), 975–988. https://doi.org/10.1177/0269215511405078 Muir, B., Brown, C., Brown, T., Tatlow, D., & Buhay, J. (2014, December). Immediate changes in temporomandibular joint opening and pain following vibration therapy: a feasibility pilot study. The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4262808/.