One scroll through the stylist and photographer Rasaan Wyzard’s Instagram feed, and you’ll see his makeup artist boyfriend, Wanthy Rayos, posing in bed, in a bubble bath, donning a robe in front of the bathroom mirror. Selfcare, it seems, is a big part of the duo’s everyday routine. “It’s always nice for us to do things together that give us reasons to repose—and why not feel cute when we do!” says Wyzard, who explains that selfcare, for the couple, is a necessity. Here, the New York-based artist discusses his partner’s unique ritual that he can’t get enough of, as well as his biggest beauty icon: his mom (we swoon!).

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I agree! Especially for Wanthy and I who are both creatives with crazy schedules, it’s always nice for us to do things together that give us reasons to repose—and why not feel cute when we do!

How would you describe your approach to selfcare? Be honest.

Peace. Wellness. Replenishment.

Has your outlook on selfcare changed at all in the last year or so?

The last year, if anything, has really made me appreciate selfcare as a necessity. With the constant chaos and uncertainty in the world, it’s comforting to be able to rely on my home as a place of refuge where I can shut out the world and just take care of myself.

Who is your biggest beauty icon and why?

My mother is my beauty icon. She was the type of person to draw baths followed by skin regimens, and always had signature fragrances.

Tell us about a selfcare/beauty ritual that was passed down to you, either through a close friend or family member.

When I first started dating Wanthy, I found it strange that after showering, he would dab a bit of cologne on before bed. Now I look forward to it! The sense of smell is tied to memory, and I love that gentle reminder of where things began for us. Now I’m guilty of the same practice.

Lymphatic drainage massage is something that removes excess toxins from your body. It’s also just meant to make you feel less stressed and look lifted. How did you feel after using our Massage Tool alongside our other products?

For two people who spend a ridiculous amount of time on their feet, enduring pain in our backs, it was a welcomed guest in our selfcare routine. In combination with the Vela candle on my nightstand, and Wanthy working out the knots in my back, I couldn’t help but feel euphoric.

Images by Rasaan Wyzard

Repeat after us: Self-care doesn’t have to be an all-day affair. Invest just 20 minutes in yourself to indulge your hands and feet. Your whole body (and spirit) will thank you for it. Brazilian spa and longevity expert Renata de Abreu shares this comforting winter ritual.

STEP 1: Set the Mood

Light your Jungle Candle to add comfort to your space. Take a few slow, deep breaths.

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STEP 2: Warm Up

Soak in a warm bath, gently massaging your hands and feet. Or, for a shortcut, wrap hands and feet in a damp, heated towel to loosen any stiffness.

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STEP 3: Scrub Deep

Apply the Body Scrub, enriched with crushed murumuru seeds, green coffee and sweet almond oil, to hands and feet. Massage gently for 2-3 minutes then rinse and towel off.

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STEP 4: Enjoy a Massage

Mix equal parts Body Cream and Kaya Body Oil and treat yourself to a delicious massage, starting with your feet and ending with your hands.

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STEP 5: Release Tension

Using the tip of the Massage Tool, press and activate specific points in the sole of the feet and hands for overall balance.

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STEP 6: Stretch It Out

Finish with a swipe of Aroma in Oil at your pulse points—wrists, nape of the neck, behind your knees—to help your calming experience linger all day.

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