Glimmer: Beyond Resolutions & the Power of Tiny Moments
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Glimmers
Picture the scene: it’s a grey, rainy day. You’re at a bus stop with a 17-minute wait, you realise you’ve left your keys at the office and your phone battery is on 1%. Everything’s working against you and you’re totally fed up. Then, you look up to see the most beautiful full moon – it stops your mind from fixating on what’s gone wrong and allows you to take a moment to breathe and regulate your thoughts. This moment is what psychologists call a ‘glimmer’.
We’ve all heard of triggers when it comes to our wellbeing, but glimmers are here to tip the spectrum in favour of positivity and wonder. Humans are hard-wired to focus on what's broken instead of what’s working, which means we have to actively seek out positive inputs for counter balance. Best described as little sparks of joy or warmth that make you feel cosy and comforted, it’s all about tuning into the good things that are all around us. Whether that’s cuddling your pet, savouring a hot cup of tea or using your favourite Raven Botanicals Facial Oil, this year try turning your attention to glimmers... the small moments that really do light up your day and help you feel good.
The Power of Glimmers: A simple way to stem the Overwhelm
In a world that often feels dominated by grand goals and sweeping changes, it’s easy to overlook the power of small moments of joy and connection.
These moments, affectionately termed “glimmers”, are micro-moments of positivity. Fleeting, everyday moments that may seem insignificant yet when we focus our attention on them, can elicit a rush of happiness, calm, peace or safety.
These mini moments can help chip away at negativity. The real power of glimmers is that they are not a one and done experience. They accumulate and move you along the path toward physical and psychological wellbeing. You feel something shift, a tiny change in your body, a thought that holds a hint of hope. Your nervous system gathers glimmers, adding them up one by one until something in your world feels just a bit different.
SPELLBIND SERUM
Spellbind - our magical bio-retinol serum, was inspired by childhood walks down a yarrow-lined lane bordered with wild primrose and thick woodland.
A key ingredient is yarrow, historically revered as the “healing herb”
Our top Glimmer of '24
Our most incredible “glimmer” this past year involved a special little bird who began appearing multiple times inside our home, even boldly using the cat flap to enter and exit!
Over the summer, our little familiar hung out in the kitchen, under the bed (beside the sleeping cat!) and on window ledges. In July, we packed our car for a pop-up and drove to the venue before throwing the doors and boot open to unpack boxes and products.
To our amazement our little friend fluttered onto the dashboard, having quietly stowed away that morning! Many of you know that birds have a special significance in the Raven Botanicals story and this really felt like a meaningful gift from the universe. Needless to say, we made sure our friend was chauffeured home to familiar territory that day.
Why are Glimmers worth finding in 2025?
Night Balm
Made to nurture and care for dry hard working skin, whether that be faces that spend a lot of time outdoors or hands that work with harsh materials.
Hemp and rosehip are both exceptional natural ingredients that promote healing and offer deep nourishment to the skin.
Glimmers are the building blocks of resilience and well-being, like tiny weights that help you build that muscle making you more able to navigate stressful episodes.
They’re great for healing and preventing burnout and stress because they ground us in the present and help us to see the beauty in a day - even when we might feel overwhelmed and challenged by circumstances beyond our control.
We're so grateful for your invaluable support in helping us nurture and grow our business. Many of you will know we started Raven Botanicals following the loss of our precious Mum. When you're missing someone special in your life, Christmas and New Year can be a time of mixed feelings and heightened emotions. This is when we need to reach for the glimmers and find the beauty and joy in our surroundings.
For '25. we're wishing you all peace, love, prosperity and resilience.
HAPPY NEW YEAR, RAVENS!
Facial Oils
Facial Oil - we began our journey with a duo of facial oils. A bit like us, despite our distinct roles, united in a shared mission—to bring you a genuine product that honours authenticity and nature. We have always ensured every product reaches you sustainably and now we can guarantee it's beautifully packed too.
FAQS
When will the new branding and packaging be available?
We're thrilled to announce that our new branding and packaging is now available! We've been working diligently to label and bottle our products, so you can experience the glamour of our new look right away. Perfect for starting your Christmas shopping early, our beautifully packaged gifts are easy to wrap and sure to impress.
Will the new labelling and packaging be eco-friendly ?
We're pleased to confirm that our new packaging is eco-friendly! We remain committed to our planet-friendly ethos, ensuring that our values of ethical supply chains, responsibly sourced ingredients, and high-performance, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare are never compromised. Our boxes are made with 55% pure FSC certified fibres, 40% recycled fibres, and 5% cotton fibres. They are completely recyclable and biodegradable.
Raven Botanicals is an intelligent skincare brand for ethical consumers. From their rural apothecary, sisters Arabella and Charlotte create a unique range of cleansers, serums, oils and balms to care for and nourish the skin - at every stage in life.
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