Holistic hands by Lizzie, AOR

19/03/2026

Happy 1st Birthday Hornd 🍾 🥂
Congratulations on your amazing success ♥️

Happy Birthday to us!

Tomorrow marks our very first birthday ,and the day our website opened its saloon doors.
It's been a week of mixed emotions some of absolute elation, others of sheer disbelief that we've come so far in less that 12 months. Above all though, we're eternally grateful for every click, every like, every order, every laugh at events, and every smile. We wish we could buy you all a new pair of boots to say thank you, but we'd be out of business before day two.

So as a thank you for believing in us, we'd like to include a free gift with each order that we receive from this weekend, Friday through to Sunday.

So if you've been with us since day 1, or if you've just discovered who we are, welcome to the family and just know, we're grateful for each & every one of you.

Cheers to year 1
We can' wait for year 2

06/03/2026

🍯🔥 Amish Fire Cider Honey (Quick Recipe) taken from The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

You’ll need:
Ginger, horseradish, onion, garlic, hot peppers, lemon zest + lemon juice, rosemary, turmeric, raw honey

Step-by-step:

1. Chop/grate: ginger + horseradish. Slice onion, garlic, peppers.
2. Add everything to a clean jar: 2 Tbsp ginger (grated), 1–2 Tbsp horseradish (grated), ½ onion (sliced), 4–6 garlic cloves (smashed), 1–2 peppers (sliced), Zest of 1 lemon + 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 sprig rosemary, 1 tsp turmeric (or 1 Tbsp fresh grated).
3. Pour honey over top until fully covered. Stir.
4. Seal + steep 24–72 hours (room temp). Shake daily.
5. Strain (optional) and store.

How to use: 1 tsp daily, or stir into warm (not boiling) water/tea. 🍋🌿🔥

03/03/2026

I'm having a stall on Saturday selling some of my toys and books.
It's there's lots to see and do at Hilton Mums and Tots Hilton.

07/02/2026

How I Treat You in My Practice 🤍

I treat you with love and kindness
because I can see how tired you are…
not just in your body,
but in your soul. 🌙

I see the exhaustion that comes from carrying too much for too long.
The strength it took just to survive.
The silent battles your body fought while the world expected you to keep going.

When you walk into my practice,
I don’t see your clothes.
I don’t see your car.
I don’t see your title, your past, or the mistakes you think define you.

I see you. 🤍
A human being who has been brave far longer than they should have had to be.

On my table, you don’t need to impress anyone.
You don’t need to explain yourself.
You don’t need to be strong anymore. 🌿

If you need silence, take it.
If you need sleep, slip away gently. 😴
If you need a prayer, I will pray for you. 🙏

I treat you gently
because your body has already endured enough force.
I move slowly
because rushed hands cannot hear what a tired nervous system is saying.

I never take control away from you.
Your body leads.
Your pace matters.
You are always allowed to say enough. 🫶

I believe you.
Even when your tests were “normal”.
Even when you were told it was all in your head. 🌱

I don’t push your body to heal.
I invite it.
I listen to its rhythm.
I wait for its permission. ✨

I understand now —
your swelling, your pain, your fatigue
were never failures.

They were protection.
They were your body saying,
“I’m overwhelmed… please be kind to me.”

So in my practice,
you are met with safety.
With patience.
With respect.
With dignity — because your body has always deserved that. 🤍

In this space, rest is not weakness.
It is wisdom.
And you are allowed to choose it. 🌙

Healing doesn’t begin with pressure.
It begins the moment your body realises
it is finally safe enough to let go.

And if all you do that day is breathe a little deeper,
soften a little more,
or feel seen for the first time in a long time…

Then that is enough. 🌱

You don’t come here to be fixed.
You come here to be met.

And from there…
the body remembers how to heal. 💚

04/02/2026

🌸 What is Aromatherapy Massage? 🌸

Aromatherapy is a holistic therapy that uses essential oils alongside massage to support the body and mind. It is a gentle yet effective way to relax muscles, ease stress, and support wellbeing across a wide range of physical and emotional needs.

Essential oils are absorbed through the skin and inhaled through the breath, allowing their natural properties to work within the body. These benefits may include pain relief, relaxation, emotional balance, and an overall sense of calm and comfort.

Aromatherapy massage also supports the lymphatic drainage system, helping to encourage natural detox pathways and reduce feelings of heaviness or stagnation.

At Holistic hands by Lizzie, AOR, this full body aromatherapy massage includes face and scalp work, with personalised blended oils created just for you. Your bespoke blend is yours to take home, allowing the healing to continue.

🌿 Woven with energy healing, each treatment offers far more than just physical touch.

Lizzie
Holistic Therapist
Certified Reflexologist & Aromatherapist
Helping people internationally ✨

25/01/2026

✨ Come and see me on March 29th ✨

I’ll be at The Derby Conference Centre with the lovely hostess Buckso Dw for the Mind Body Wisdom Wellbeing Expo

My work is holistic and intuitive. I don’t just treat symptoms — I weave healing together.

Through Reiki Reflexology and Indian Head Massage, I gently work with the body’s energy, helping to smooth, untangle, and rebalance what may feel stuck or out of alignment.

On the day, I’ll be offering 15-minute taster sessions between 10am–5pm, including:

👣 Reiki Reflexology ✨
💆🏽‍♀️ Indian Head Massage
✨ Energy healing

Each session is unique — intuitively guided and woven together to support you physically, emotionally, and energetically.

📖 Booking is recommended to avoid missing out, as slots are limited. Message me to book your appointment 📱 ✉️ or comment below.

Sponsored by Phoenix-Holistix.co.uk

I can’t wait to connect, weave some gentle healing, and support your wellbeing 💜

Lizzie Hands
Holistic hands by Lizzie, AOR
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25/01/2026

This is amazing stuff . Tigre balm, £1 from
B and M.
Natural ingredients, and helps soothe all aches and pains.
Even great on the chest for colds and flu 🤧
- better than Vix. 🥶

24/01/2026

Why Everyone Is Suddenly Talking About Dry Brushing, And What It Actually Does To Your Body 🤔👇

If you have seen people online brushing their skin before a shower and wondered “Does this even work?” here is the simple, science backed version that actually makes sense.

What dry brushing really does
It is not a detox miracle.
It will not melt fat or cure diseases.
But it can support some very real processes in your body, especially if you deal with puffiness, sluggish mornings, or dull skin.

Here is what is actually true:

1. It helps move lymph, which reduces puffiness
Your lymphatic system is responsible for clearing waste from your tissues, but it has no pump like the heart.
So movement, breathing, and gentle skin traction help it flow better.
Dry brushing lightly stimulates these superficial lymph channels, which is why many people notice:
• less puffiness
• less heaviness in limbs
• better jawline and face definition in the morning

2. It boosts circulation at the surface of the skin
Those light strokes bring more blood to the skin.
Better circulation means:
• a natural glow
• improved skin texture
• better oxygen and nutrient delivery

This is why it is commonly used before photoshoots or events for that instant radiance.

3. It exfoliates gently
No complicated claims here.
It removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and helps moisturizers absorb better after showering.
That alone makes skin look smoother and feel softer.

4. It can wake up your nervous system
The brushing stimulates sensory nerves in the skin, creating a light, energizing effect.
That is why many people prefer doing it in the morning rather than before bed.

How to do it correctly

• Use a natural bristle brush
• Always brush toward the chest
• Start from feet and hands, move upward
• Gentle, not painful
• Avoid broken skin, varicose veins, or rashes
• Do it before your shower
• Moisturize after

What dry brushing does NOT do

• It does not detox your organs
• It does not burn fat
• It does not replace exercise or diet
• It does not drain “toxins,” only helps lymph flow more freely

Realistic benefits you can expect
• smoother skin
• less morning puffiness
• better circulation
• short boost in energy
• improved skin texture

Simple, affordable, and surprisingly effective when done correctly.

If you want a small habit that makes your skin look fresher and your body feel lighter, dry brushing is worth trying

21/01/2026

🌿 A Realistic Lymph-Loving Routine for the Busy Working Mom

Because your lymph deserves love… even when your life is chaos.

Let’s be honest:
Most moms don’t wake up floating on a yoga mat, sipping lemon water while the sun kisses their eyelashes.
No.

They wake up because someone is shouting “MOM!” or the dog is vomiting in the hallway. 😅

So here’s a lymph-friendly routine that actually fits a REAL day — not a Pinterest fantasy.

☀️ Morning: The “I’m Awake… I Think” Phase

1. 30-Second Wake-Up Lymph Flush

Before your feet hit the floor:
• Place your hands on your collarbones
• Massage gently downward
• Take 3 deep breaths

✨ This wakes up your lymph pumps and gets your brain oxygenated.
(It also counts as “me time.” You’re welcome.)

2. Lemon Water… In the Water Bottle You Forgot on the Counter

Add:
• 1 squeeze of lemon
• Water
• The last bit of your sanity

✨ Hydration = thinner lymph = less puffiness.

3. Shower Trick: The 10-Second Chest & Underarm Sweep

While washing:
• Sweep from breast area → underarms
• Sweep from stomach → hips

✨ Opens the two biggest lymph hubs of your body.

👩‍💻 Mid-Morning: “I’m at Work But My Brain Stayed at Home”

4. Desk Lymph Hacks

Every hour (or whenever you want to pretend you’re busy):
• 10 ankle pumps
• 5 shoulder rolls
• One deep breath like you’re smelling fresh bread

✨ Micro-movements = macro lymph flow.

5. Snack: The Superhero Combo

Pick TWO:
• Berries
• Sliced cucumbers
• Nuts
• Apple
• Green tea

✨ Anti-inflammatory + hydrating + brain-friendly.

🌿 Lunch: 12 Minutes to Save Your Sanity

6. Eat Something That Looks Alive

Your lymph loves colour:
• Greens
• Roasted veggies
• Protein
• Lemon / olive oil drizzle

✨ If it has protein or grew in soil, your lymph approves.

7. Walk for 3 Minutes

To the bathroom.
To your car.
To escape your colleague.

✨ Walking = the lymph’s favourite exercise.

😮‍💨 Afternoon: The Crash Landing

8. 30-Second Diaphragm Reset

Hand on belly → breathe deep → slow exhale.
Do it twice.

✨ The diaphragm is the main lymph pump.
If you breathe shallow, your lymph goes on strike.

9. Hydration Hit

Refill your water bottle… again.
Bonus: add a slice of lemon or cucumber.

🏡 Evening: The “Everyone Needs Me” Storm

10. De-Puff Dinner

Pick meals that reduce inflammation:
• Chicken + roasted veg
• Soup
• Stir fry
• Salmon + greens

✨ Avoid heavy, creamy, fried foods — they stall drainage.

11. 2-Minute Lymph Release Before Shower or Bed

• Collarbone → scoop
• Underarms → circles
• Belly → clockwise circles
• Inner thighs → gentle sweeps

✨ Your body releases the whole day’s inflammation here.

🌙 Night: Mom Finally Gets to Exist

12. Phone Off, Nervous System On

Turn your screen off 30 minutes before bed.
Your lymph and brain clean themselves while you sleep.

✨ Sleep = the glymphatic system’s detox hour.

13. Gratitude + Grounding

One quiet moment:
“Thank you body for carrying me today.”

✨ This lowers sympathetic stress (lymph enemy #1).

🌿✨ And there you have it — a full lymph-loving routine in a REAL LIFE day.

You didn’t have to wake up at 4am.
You didn’t have to meditate in a field.
You didn’t have to quit your job and move to a mountain.

Just simple, repeatable habits that keep your lymph flowing and your body feeling lighter.