Rituals From Around The World To Tap Into Your Divine Feminine Energy

Women across the world have long cherished rituals that honour both, body and spirit. Like when your Grandmum would insist on giving you a traditional champi or your Mum would make one of her DIY face masks to get rid of all the grime and pollution from your skin at the end of the week. These aren’t just beauty practices—they're sacred acts of self-love, nourishment, and ancestral wisdom, passed down through generations like whispered secrets.

In a world where we're constantly putting out fires, and more often that not, cannot depend on anyone but ourselves at the end of the day, it's very easy to lose out on that feminine energy that makes you feel incredible about yourself. We slip into a more masculine state of being, which is undoubtedly necessary to be the girlboss that you should be, but it's also okay to feel like you want to be spoilt, like you want someone to do things for you and take care of you. Get ready to bask in the radiance of owning your feminine power; here are some of the most empowering rituals to make you feel special. 

1. Scotland & Ireland's Seaweed Bath

Along the rugged coastlines of Scotland and Ireland, women have turned to wild-harvested seaweed baths for centuries. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, the seaweed softens the skin, stimulates circulation, and helps relieve stress. Steeping in a warm seaweed-infused bath feels like being wrapped in the ocean’s healing embrace, like you can leave all your worries to sail away in the water.

2. Morocco's Hammam Detox

In Morocco, the hammam is more than just a bath- it’s a sacred self-care experience. Women indulge in full-body exfoliation using a traditional kessa glove and black soap, made from crushed olives and eucalyptus, to slough off dead skin cells and reveal fresh, glowing skin. At home, you can recreate this ritual by incorporating a weekly body scrub session with the glove, followed by an argan oil massage for deep hydration. Nothing will make you feel cleaner.

3. Hungary's Hévíz Thermal Mud Wrap

In the heart of Hungary lies Lake Hévíz, the largest biologically active thermal lake in the world. Rich in minerals, the mud from this lake has been used for centuries to detoxify the skin, soothe inflammation, and promote circulation. Women immerse themselves in the warm, mineral-rich waters, allowing Mother Earth’s natural healing powers to restore balance and radiance.

4. India's Shirodhara Scalp Massage

An essential part of Ayurvedic beauty, Shirodhara involves gently pouring warm herbal-infused oil over the forehead and massaging the scalp to promote relaxation and hair health. We Indian women often use coconut or sesame oil enriched with herbs, like bhringraj and amla. Try a DIY version by warming up your favourite hair oil, massaging it into your scalp, and wrapping your hair in a warm towel for an ultra-soothing experience.

5. Egypt's Milk & Honey Bath

Move over princess treatment, this is what queens deserve. Inspired by Cleopatra’s legendary beauty routine, the milk and honey bath is an indulgent ritual that softens, hydrates, and brightens the skin. The lactic acid in milk gently exfoliates, while honey locks in moisture for a radiant glow. To recreate this experience at home, add two cups of organic full-fat milk and half a cup of raw honey to a warm bath. For an extra touch of luxury, sprinkle in rose petals. Soak for at least 20 minutes, allowing the nutrients to penetrate your skin, leaving it silky smooth and deeply nourished.

I've decided to weave these age-old rituals into my self-care, not just to glow on the outside, but to reconnect with the divine, unstoppable force within. Let these traditions remind you that beauty is power, softness is strength, and nurturing yourself is an act of quiet rebellion in a world that often demands that you give more than you receive.