Spiritual Beauty Tips

You've heard it before -- beauty comes from within. However, women can't be expected to simply not care what the outside of their bodies look like, too. Luckily, the two types of beauty go hand-in-hand. Taking care of your inner self, your spirit and soul, can help you remain relaxed, destressed and healthy on the outside. When you're happy, calm and centered, you'll automatically look better and give off a radiating glow.

Meditation

• Daily meditation can provide a time for inner peace and reflection, not to mention a time to let stress roll off your shoulders. Meditation teaches ways to turn off your inner, worried voice, and concentrate only on yourself. Plus, it only takes a few minutes of dedication each day. Meditation can also reduce pain. A quick, easy meditation lasts just five minutes. Find a quiet place free of distractions. Breathe in and out deeply; breathe in for the count of four and out for the count of five. Either clear your head of all thoughts or focus on a particular place that calms you, like the beach. Remember to close your eyes, too.

Aromatherapy

• Aromatherapy refers to using different scents to inspire different emotions. For example, jasmine can help combat depression, while citrus will help boost your mood and energy. Aromatherapy not only helps your mood, but also aids your immune system, respiratory system and circulation. Scented essential oils can improve your skin tone, repair wounds, reduce swelling and improve sleep.

Yoga

• Yoga is a great treatment for chronic stress and anxiety, which can zap your energy, health and attractive appearance. Slow, exact movements help you to focus on your body only and let go of other stressors. Yoga is also known to help you sleep better and brighten your mood. A great side effect of yoga is weight loss, since more advanced types of yoga will burn calories.

Massage

• Massage does more than just feel good -- it is good for you, too. Massage therapy is used to help you heal from injuries and also to battle against certain diseases and maintain overall health and wellness. Massage is also known to help ease anxiety, reduce back pain and cure headaches. Massage targets certain muscles and trigger points, increasing blood circulation. The better you feel, the more beautiful you'll look.