First up, briefly tell us a bit about yourself and what you do!
I am a Naturopath and the founder of Clemence Organics, a certified organic skincare brand based in the NSW Blue Mountains. I’m also a Mum to two beautiful kids, an avid trail runner and travel enthusiast.
What time do you go-to bed and wake up most days / how many hours of sleep do you aim for?
To fit enough exercise into my life, I’m up with the sun which is around 6.30am at the moment. I try to get to bed by around 9pm so that I get 8-9hours sleep every night. I feel like I need lots of sleep at this stage of my life.
What’s your morning routine to set you up for a great day?
I wake early, have a warm drink containing bone broth and lemon or lime juice, have something small to eat (usually a banana or piece of toast with vegemite) and then head out for a run for an hour. Morning runs clear my mind and help me to plan my day so that it all runs as smoothly as possible.
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Do you have an evening wind-down ritual?
I will often run a bath and do meditation after dinner. If not, I will do 30 minutes of yoga, my favourite online teacher is Charlie Follows, or watch some TV with my kids.
Describe a typical day of eating and nourishment for you?
I try to eat as nutrient dense as possible. Breakfast is usually a smoothie, bircher muesli or scrambled eggs on toast. Snacks consist of handful of nuts, fruit or protein-rich snacks (e.g. roasted fava beans). Lunch will be a salad with some protein in it or a soup. Dinner can be anything from pizza, to curry, to protein and vegetables, to Japanese ramen dishes.
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Tell us about your daily beauty routine! What are your non-negotiables for looking and feeling your best?
As a Naturopath and founder of an organic skincare brand, certified organic is a non-negotiable when it comes to beauty. My brand, Clemence Organics, gives me all I need to keep my skin glowing. My morning routine is minimalistic with a focus on hydration and sun protection. Evening routine involves a few more steps so that my skin is left feeling pampered and set up for it to do lots of repair work overnight.
Do you take any supplements, vitamins or special wellness elixirs?
I take a bunch of naturopath prescribed supplements and vitamins every day including B vitamins, iron, magnesium and calcium. I also pop collagen, creatine, and protein powders in my morning smoothie.
What are your top 3 wellness non-negotiables?
Sleep, eating well and exercise. These must be prioritised every day.
What’s your fitness routine / favourite way to get sweaty and where do you like to go?
I go trail running every second day. I also include strength work and flexibility in my weekly routine with yoga, Pilates and gym sessions at Blackheath Physiotherapy & Blackheath Gym spread throughout the week.
What’s your dream wellness vacay and what 5 things are you DEFINITELY packing?
I love retreats and last year was fortunate to spend 3 nights at Gaia Retreat on the NSW North coast. It was heaven. I would do this every year if possible but next time for 5 nights. My only definites for packing are my skincare products. Nothing compares to Clemence Organics.
And lastly… do you have any top secret tips you use to keep looking / feeling great?
I think sticking to the basics – eating well, sleeping well and getting daily exercise – is really all you need to look and feel great. The only other thing that I think helps is having a positive attitude and not worrying about what others think
Thank you so much Bridget for sharing your inspiring routine!
To explore more of Clemence Organics’ natural skincare range and stay updated on their latest organic offerings, visit their website and follow them on Instagram.
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