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As a content creator, Lydia Millen posts about the healing power of nature. But she doesn’t shy away from discussing cosmetic procedures with HELLO!’s beauty director
Lydia, 36, started blogging about fashion and beauty in 2011 – and has gone on to acquire almost four million followers
Icome away from meeting Lydia Millen having learnt a lot. Mostly simple hacks to improve my wellbeing, like turning up the temperature towards the end of a shower and tilting my head to let the warm water loosen up tight neck muscles. And how the little-known supplement l-glutamine has the potential to transform my gut health.
The 36-year-old, who started blogging about fashion and beauty in 2011, has thrown herself into the world of wellness since being diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) at the beginning of the year. And as one of the UK’s leading luxury lifestyle influencers, with a combined social media following of nearly four million, Lydia’s output has pivoted to depict a more meditative approach to self-care.
“I’ve really overhauled my life,” says Lydia, sitting in the sage-hued dressing room at her Northamptonshire home. “I’ve completely changed my relationship with exercise, sleep, food… it’s been a real journey.”