Re-treat Amsterdam

'I feel reborn'

That's often what my clients, busy women with a lot on their plate, say after a 90 min Facial.

I'm so happy that within their busy schedules they take time for themselves to relax, recharge and rejuvenate.
They understand that when they take care of themselves, they can also take better care of the people around them, the people they love and care for.

This is not just about beauty on the outside, but about feeling refreshed, empowered, and ready to face the world with new energy and confidence.

It's a reminder that self-care is not selfish; it's essential.

So, to all the amazing women out there juggling life, responsibilities and dreams, remember to pause and give yourself the love and care you need ❤️

[GOOD NEWS]

I'm opening an extra day for Facial appointments:

💜 Mondays
💜 Wednesdays
💜 Fridays

All Facials are 90 min and tailored to your wishes and your skins needs.

Based on a comprehensive skin analysis, I select products with active ingredients such as AHA, Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid or Detoxifying Clay personalized to your unique skin type and condition.

I work with the natural and organic products of OrganicSpa.

A Facial treatment includes:

Skin analysis
Double Cleanse of face, neck & decolleté
Exfoliation
[Optional: Fruit Acid Peel/Lactic Acid Peel]
Extractions
Customized Mask
Decolleté, Neck and Shoulders Massage
Application of Serum, Eye Cream, Moisturizer

Got any questions? Slide into my DM :)
Link in bio to book appointment xx

[PIGMENTATION, ACNE, SKINTAGS, ROSACEA]

Did you know that Insulin Resistance can significantly impact your skin health?

Research shows that Insulin Resistance, a condition where your cells don’t respond effectively to insulin, can lead to various skin issues like pigmentation, acne, skin tags, rosacea, as well as excessive (facial) hair growth or the loss of hair (on scalp).

If you are facing these symptoms it can be beneficial to have a look at your nutrition.

Insulin resistance can lead to an overstimulation of melanocytes and fibroblasts, which can result in hyperpigmentation and the formation of skin tags. Additionally, IR is associated with higher levels of inflammatory markers, that can trigger or worsen acne or rosacea.

Insuline Resistance IR can be the precursor to diabetes but can be reversed by changing your lifestyle and eating patterns.

Your skin is a reflection of your inner health so take good care of it!

Need help with this? Contact me.

[ANTIOXIDANTS]

While the benefits of antioxidants in skincare are undeniable, their true potency lies in topical application AND also in nourishing your body from within.

Let's explore the pivotal role of antioxidants in both cosmetics and dietary sources for holistic skin health.

Antioxidants, the defenders against free radicals, play a crucial role in shielding your skin from environmental stressors.
But remember, your skin's radiance isn't solely dependent on what you apply topically—it's equally influenced by what you eat.

Incorporating antioxidant-rich foods like berries, leafy greens, nuts, and vibrant fruits into your diet not only promotes overall well-being but also contributes to vibrant, glowing skin.

These nutrient-dense foods are packed with vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, selenium, and other antioxidants that fortify your skin's resilience against oxidative damage.

Complementing your skincare routine with a diet abundant in antioxidants is the perfect synergy for radiant skin from the inside out. It's like providing your skin with a double dose of defense and rejuvenation!

Pair this internal nourishment with skincare products infused with antioxidants, such as the Antioxidant Face Oil by organicspa.
This synergy creates a holistic approach to skincare, enhancing your skin's natural defenses while promoting a youthful, healthy glow.

Remember, a healthy skin begins from within.

Embrace a lifestyle that celebrates the balance between nourishing your skin externally with antioxidant-rich cosmetics and fueling your body internally with a rainbow of nutrients.

[FRUIT ACID PEELING]

Winter season is the ultimate time to rejuvenate dull looking skin, using Fruit Acid Peelings [AHA Peels]

The magic lies in their gentle yet effective exfoliation properties, delicately buffing away dead skin cells and impurities that accumulate over time.
This process not only refines skin texture but also encourages cell turnover, unveiling a fresh, renewed surface.

Key Advantages:
✔️ Stimulates collagen synthesis
✔️ Refines skin texture [scars and enlarged pores]
✔️ Diminishes fine lines & wrinkles
✔️ Hydrates skin
✔️ Balances skin pigmentation
✔️ Enhances natural skin radiance

In the Facials I use an organic [non aggressive] AHA Peeling, sometimes combined with Lactic Acid which hydrates the skin, brightens up pigmentation and gives a beautiful glow and refined pore structure.

No downtime, no flaking.

All facials start with a comprehensive skin analysis and are tailored to your specific skin condition.

Link in bio to book xx

[MUSCLES OF THE SOUL]

Did you know that the psoas muscles, often referred to as the "muscles of the soul," play a pivotal role in our physical and emotional well-being?

Through the gentle practice of Yin Yoga, we can access and stretch these deep-seated muscles, positively impacting our nervous system function.

The psoas muscles connect the spine to the legs, acting as a bridge between our upper and lower body. In our fast-paced lives, stress and prolonged sitting can cause these muscles to tighten, leading to discomfort and affecting our nervous system's equilibrium.

Yin Yoga, with its slow and passive postures held for extended periods, offers an opportunity to release tension stored in the psoas muscles. This practice not only aids in physical flexibility but also encourages relaxation and restoration, directly influencing the nervous system's response.

By nurturing and stretching the psoas through Yin Yoga, we stimulate the relaxation response of the nervous system, promoting a sense of calm and reducing the body's stress levels.

Join me for the virtual Yin Dragon Sequence Workshop, a deep hip opening series that fosters a deep mind-body connection.

✨Sunday Jan 7th 9.30-11.15
✨Deep hip opening practice to release psoas & hip flexor tightness
✨You need: 2 blocks, a blanket, cushion or bolster
✨25 euro Workshop + 14 days recording
✨Or purchase all 3 workshops in January for 65 euro [Jan 14th: MyoYin Lowerbody [MyoFascial release + Yin] + Jan 28th MyoYin Upperbody [MyoFascial release + Yin]

Can't make it live? Sign up anyway and receive 14 days access to the recordings.

Please note: these workshops are not suited for people that have never done Yin Yoga before, as I will not explain the basics of Yin.

DM to sign up xx

Looking for relaxation and balance?
Our on demand Yin Yoga classes help to let go of mental stress and physical tension as I guide you through gentle yet powerful poses.

Slow down, breathe deeply and bring your awareness to your body and your inner world.

Allow the outside world to be as it is; now it's time to take care of yourself.

Perfect for those days when your body and mind crave extra care.

Link in bio .amsterdam.
Got any questions? DM me xx

Yoga with Ellen
On demand Yoga classes
Practice anytime, anywhere
One year unlimited access to all classes
English and Dutch

I fell in love with Yin Yoga as it’s such a gentle yet powerful practice.
Slowing down, being still, getting to know the edges of your body and the way to surrender into the deep stretches.

It’s healing, it creates space where you feel constricted and it grows your awareness.

Feel welcome to join my classes:

Yoga with Ellen on Demand
or
Wednesday's 6pm CET Live Yin on Zoom

links in bio .amsterdam xx

Anti-oxidant Face Oil

One of the key active ingredients in our antioxidant face oil is Backuchiol, a natural non-irritating alternative to Retinol. Research has shown Backuchiol to deliver visible improvements in wrinkle depth, elasticity, pigmentation and photo-damage, without adverse effects on your skin.

Plus, its high concentration of antioxidants helps reduce and prevent cell damage.

This Face Oil brightens and regenerates dull skin, protects against pollution and free radicals and smooths out fine lines while deeply nourishing the skin.

The vibrant orange color comes from the Seabuckthorn fruit pulp oil present, which contains a high concentration of vitamins a, c, e and k.

This enriching oil can be used as a serum under your moisturizer in the morning or on its own as a 'night cream'.
It also serves perfectly to use with a Guasha stone or Gemstone rollers.

Comment below: 'Face Oil' and we'll DM you the link xx

All our organic skincare products can be found in the webshop. Link in bio .amsterdam

In my Yin Yoga classes I combine Yoga asana (postures) with Mindfulness and Traditional Chinese Medicine and as we stay in the postures for longer periods of time, we draw our attention inward.

This gives us the perfect opportunity for introspection.

While the poses gently stretch the connective tissue in the target area, we can explore how we are doing on a physical, emotional and mental level and ask ourselves the following questions:

How am I feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally right now?

What sensations am I experiencing in my body during this pose?

What emotions are arising as I hold this pose?

Can I soften into the pose and find ease in discomfort?

What thoughts are coming up for me as I breathe and hold the pose?

Am I being kind and patient with myself?

What can I let go of, physically and emotionally?

Our Yin practice helps us to come back to a place of inner stillness, where we can listen to the whispers of our body and soul, and reconnect with who we truly are.

It's a sanctuary of self-care, where we learn to embrace the present moment with patience, acceptance, and a gentle curiosity that unveils the depths of our own being.

xx

And here are 4 more reasons to get a facial + explanation

1. Skin Rejuvenation: Facials are designed to rejuvenate your skin by removing dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover, and stimulating collagen production, resulting in a more youthful and radiant complexion.

2. Deep Cleansing: Professional facials offer a thorough deep cleansing that goes beyond what you can achieve with your daily skincare routine. This helps to unclog pores, prevent breakouts, and maintain clear skin.

3. Customized Skincare: A trained esthetician can assess your skin's specific needs and tailor the facial treatment to address issues like dryness, acne, hyperpigmentation, or sensitivity, ensuring optimal results.

4. Stress Relief: Facials provide a relaxing escape from the pressures of daily life. The gentle massage and soothing ambiance help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and improve overall well-being.

5. Extraction of Impurities: Professional extraction of blackheads, whiteheads, and other impurities can prevent skin congestion and the formation of more serious skin issues, leading to a smoother complexion.

6. Improved Circulation: Facial massage and manipulation improve blood circulation to your skin, which can enhance the delivery of nutrients and oxygen, resulting in healthier-looking skin.

7. Well-Aging Benefits: Many facials incorporate ingredients and techniques that target signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin, helping to promote a more youthful appearance.

8. Expert Guidance: During a facial, estheticians often provide skincare advice and product recommendations tailored to your skin type and concerns, helping you establish an effective home skincare routine.

Incorporating regular facials into your skincare regimen can offer a range of benefits that contribute to healthier, more vibrant skin and an overall sense of well-being.

See you soon for a facial?

https://www.re-treat.amsterdam/services-5

This exquisite scrub gently buffs away embedded impurities and dead skin cells to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion.

Enjoy the rich and creamy texture made from the fine granules of Argan Shell and Rice Powder. These natural ingredients combine as natural exfoliants, helping to purify and gently remove ingrained impurities without irritating the skin.

Certified Organic Calendula Flower extract helps reduce redness, while Kaolin, a white clay, benefits skin texture.
This white clay helps absorb excess sebum and is also rich in trace minerals helping to make your skin softer and more vibrant. This natural face exfoliant is ideal for most skin types, but Kaolin is especially loved by blemished skin due to its high potency in Calcium, Zinc and Magnesium.

Liquorice Extract aids in reducing redness and inflamed areas. It's also brightening, and therefore helps reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

How to use:

Apply a thin layer to clean skin spreading evenly over face and neck. Avoid eyes and lip area. Massage in for 1 minute with circular motion to gently exfoliate skin. Rinse of well or leave on for 10 minutes as a clarifying mask.
Use 1-2 weekly after cleansing.

This Face Exfoliant is suitable for most skin types, however, if you have very sensitive skin, you might want to use our Lactic Gel Cleanser instead.

You can find all products in our webshop

https://www.re-treat.amsterdam/shop

With 'Yoga with Ellen on demand', I want to make Yoga accessible for everyone. No matter where you currently are and no matter what time suits your schedule best, Yoga with Ellen allows you to practice Yoga anywhere, anytime.

You can choose Yin Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga classes, ranging from short 15 min lessons to extended 2 hours lessons, and everything in between. There are classes in English and in Dutch.

Since the launch at the end of June, we’ve doubled the amount of classes and we continue to keep adding new yoga classes.

Get one year unlimited access to all Yoga classes xx

https://ellen-s-academy-9b83.thinkific.com/courses/Yoga-met-Ellen

Radiant skin not only reflects beauty but also a state of vitality. Many people don’t realize that glowing skin actually starts with your cleanser and exfoliant.

While it’s crucial to have good serums and moisturizers in your skincare regimen (especially after the age of 30), if you don’t first establish a foundation of thorough cleansing and regular exfoliation, the effectiveness of these products can be hindered.

And of course, that’s not what we want.

I will discuss 2 of our OrganicSpa products that can help.

Cream Cleanser:

Daily exposure to environmental pollutants can clog your skin's surface and this cleanser will eliminate dirt, impurities, and residual makeup, so your skin can breathe again.
Ensure to massage the cleanser on your skin for 1 minute so that it can effectively dissolve these impurities. Rinse with water.

My recommendation is to cleanse your face specifically in the evening, when you come back home or before going to bed. See it as a relaxing ritual to unwind and get your skin ready for bed. When we sleep, our body (and thus our skin) restores and rejuvenates.

Exfoliant:

Imagine dead skin cells as a veil concealing your skin's radiance. By gently exfoliating, you're removing impurities and dull looking dead skin cells and your skin becomes a fresh clean slate.

Use 2 x week as a quick skin polisher. Massage a small amount added to fingertips into the face, neck and decolletage and remove with water or a cleansing cloth.

Based on natural Kaolin Clay and microspheres of Rice Powder that will deep cleanse, purify and detoxify skin leaving a fresh, healthy glow.

This exfoliant doubles as a deep cleansing mask. Apply as above and leave on up to 10 minutes.

Sensitive skin? Then you might want to use our Lactic Gel Cleanser instead.

Now your skin is all ready and prepared for the next steps! Your serum and moisturizer.

Not sure what products suit your skin type? Feel free to send me a DM and I'd be happy to help xx

All skincare products can be found in the webshop https://www.re-treat.amsterdam/shop xx

All our Facials are 90 minutes and tailored to your wishes and your skins needs.

Based on a comprehensive skin analysis, we carefully select products and utilize specialized tools like AHA Peel, Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid, Detoxifying Clay, Guasha, or Gemstone Massage tailored to your unique skin type and condition.

We work exclusively with the effective and sophisticated range of natural and organic products offered by OrganicSpa.

A Facial treatment includes:

Skin analysis
Double Cleanse of face, neck & decolleté
Exfoliation
Extractions
Customized Mask
Decolleté, Neck, Shoulders and Head massage
Application of Serum, Eye Cream, Moisturizer

https://www.re-treat.amsterdam/services-5

Yesterday I felt overwhelmed, frustrated and caught my mind going in circles. I stepped away from work and decided to go onto my Yoga mat. I moved through a very gentle 25 min Vinyasa flow. No complicated stuff, just grounding postures.

Moving my body with awareness, breathing slowly and reminding myself to be gentle and compassionate towards myself, I could feel the tension and tightness soften.

When we encounter intense emotions like frustration or overwhelm, this emotional energy can become stagnant within us, creating blockages. During these times, our minds often tend to be our toughest critics.

E-motion = energy in motion. By engaging in slow movements and practicing deep breathing, this trapped energy can flow freely again. As a result, we release both mental and physical tension, paving the way for a clearer, more balanced state of mind.

I felt so much better.

I decided to record the class in case you could also use some grounding movement.

The class is now on Yoga met Ellen, you’ll find it under Vinyasa Yoga: Yoga to calm the mind.

You will feel better afterwards, promise x

Yoga met Ellen
On demand Yoga classes
Practice anytime, anywhere
One year unlimited access to all classes
Classes is English and Dutch

https://ellen-s-academy-9b83.thinkific.com/courses/Yoga-met-Ellen

Going on holiday soon?

This travel pack contains all your skincare favourites in 30ml size packaging.

Cream Cleanser
Exfoliant
Day Moisture
Gel Mask

Use the code FREESHIPPING for free shipping in the Netherlands.

Link in our stories xx

Happy travels!

Swipe to see the full retreat program 🤍
Join us for an inspiring week of relaxation, yoga, outdoor activities and holistic lifestyle workshops.

Flights to Lisbon & Porto.
€100,- early bird discount until July 28th.

Yoga & Holistic Lifestyle
Retreat in Lousã, Portugal
Oct 1-7 2023
With & at the beautiful

Gentle Vinyasa, this Friday 8.30-9.30am online.
€15,- DM to join 🤍

Practice with me coming week:

Wed 18:00 Yin

Sun 09:15 Yin Jordaan

Sun 13:00 Yin science park

*** REVIEW***
'Samen met Ellen heb ik een coach sessie gehad. Dit was voor mij erg inzichtgevend!

Ellen straalt een kalme energie uit, waardoor ik me direct op mijn gemak voelde. Ze stelde goede verdiepende vragen en gaf me alle ruimte om tot antwoorden te komen.

Ik merkte dat ze goed aanvoelde wat er op de onderlaag speelde.

De sessie hielp mij om belemmerende gedachten naar de oppervlakte te brengen en heeft mij nieuwe inzichten gegeven over mijzelf en mijn gezondheid 🙏'

Loop jij ook ergens tegen aan en wil je je vitaliteit, en dus jouw leven, naar het next level brengen?

Hoe zou jouw droomleven er uit zien? Wie zou jij willen zijn? Wat zou je willen doen? Wat zou jouw vervulling geven?

Stuur me een DM en we gaan aan de slag!

Self care Sunday ♡︎

Take a bath, exfoliate face & body and nourish your skin with a mask, serum and cream.

Ready for the week ahead ☆彡

New month, new classes 🧘🏻‍♀️

Join me online:

Tonight 6pm Yin €15
Wed March 8, 6pm Yin €15
Sun March 12, 10am Yin €20

Come stretch with us!

DM to sign up xx

Yin Sunday Session (online)

Join me Sunday morning for a relaxing yet powerful Yin class, to stretch our bodies and open our hearts and minds 🤍

Sunday Feb 26th
10.00-11.30
€20,-
DM to sign up

See you then!

🤍Valentine Promotion🤍

Hyaluronic Acid is a body natural ‘product’ which can be found in our connective tissues and especially in the synovial fluid of our joints.
Hyaluronic Acid molecules can bind water up to a 1000 times its own volume.

It’s this gel-like fluid that hydrates our tissues, making the muscles and fascia glide easily over one another when we move. One of the things we want to enhance with our Yin practice is the production of Hyaluronic Acid so that we can stay and move supple as we age.

When it comes to the skin, the top layer of the epidermis called the Stratum Corneum, does not have any blood capillaries and contains of dead skin cells. When we age cell turn over slows down and often results, especially in winter time, in dull looking skin.

You can experience your skin becoming dryer and, like an apple losing its moist when it ages, fine lines or little wrinkles can occur.

By exfoliating your skin 1 or 2 x per week (be gentle on the cheekbones) and replenish hydration in the top layer of the skin with a Hyaluronic serum your skin will look healthier and plumped. Fine lines will become softer.

A beautiful combination for at home use, is our OrganicSpa Exfoliant + Wrinkle Defense Serum with Hyaluronic Acid.

When purchasing these 2 products you will receive an Eye Treat cream (value €55,-) for free*

Link to webshop in stories and linkt.ree.

*Offer applies Feb 14-18 '23 and while supplies last

'Ultimate relaxation.
Every time I go to Yin Yoga by Ellen I step out of the door feeling totally relaxed.
Ellen takes the time to guide you through the practice and pays a lot of attention to your personal needs.
I can really recommend her yoga classes to everyone!'

Lovely Yogi's, this months online Yin Yoga schedule

Wed Feb 8th at 18.00-19.15: Yin

Sun Feb 12th at 10.00-11.30: Yinyasa, stringing Yin poses together

Wed Feb 15th at 18.00-19.15: Yin

Sun Feb 26th at 10.00-11.30: Yin

75 min classes €15
90 min classes €20

Always welcome to join. DM me x x

I started the coaching sessions with Ellen curiously, expectantly and enthusiastically and I ended them full of new insights, ideas and with a very satisfied feeling.
It were pleasant conversations and interesting and innovative exercises to go deeper and get to the core.
Ellen guided me through everything in a nice way; she sensed what I needed, what I found difficult and made me think carefully.
She also created a safe and pleasant environment in which I felt comfortable.

I find Ellen to be a very accessible, open, empathetic, motivating and inspiring person/coach."

Antioxidant Face Oil

Brightens and regenerates dull skin, protects against pollution and free radicals and smooths out fine lines while deeply nourishing the skin. The vibrant orange color comes from the seabuckthorn fruit pulp oil present, which contains a high concentration of vitamins a, c, e and k.

This oil is perfect to use with Guasha or Gemstone rollers.

Daily apply a small amount to cleansed skin and massage gently into face, neck and décolleté. Follow with your day cream.