Lipstick on the Rim: 2026 Wellness Trends – What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t)

Podcast: Lipstick on the Rim
Hosts: Molly Sims & Emese Gormley
Guest: Drea Murphy, Wellness & Beauty Curator
Release Date: January 6, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode, “2026 Wellness Trends: What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t),” delves into the evolving landscape of wellness with a sharp focus on what’s genuinely effective and accessible. Hosts Molly Sims and Emese Gormley are joined by renowned wellness curator Drea Murphy to unpack the biggest trends, bust persistent myths, and offer real, actionable advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the New Year “reset” mentality.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Reframing the “New Year, New You” Mentality

Don’t Fall for Extremes:
- Drea Murphy (05:14): “People don’t set themselves up for success. They try to do it all and they make these unrealistic goals that really set you up for failure.”
- Emphasizes starting small and building “rituals” that compound over time.
Check-in Process:
- Drea journals after a short meditation to identify what’s working and what’s not (05:49).
- Advice: Only commit to what’s realistic for your current life.

Debunking the Myth: “Wellness Is Only for the Elite”

Many effective tools—walking, moving your body, drinking water—are free (06:53).
“The most effective tools really don’t cost anything.” — Drea (06:53)
“If it’s important to you, you can still carve it out and find the time.” — Emese (07:49)

Movement, Workouts, and Listening to Your Body

Women should vary their workouts based on hormonal cycles (08:37).
No need for daily high-intensity workouts—rest and lighter movement are valid!
Find forms of movement that lift your mood and body (e.g., Forward Space, Pilates) (10:01).
Weekly Structure Example: 1-2 high impact workouts, Pilates, daily walking, and 1-2 rest days (10:32).
Strength training (especially with age): Drea prefers Reformer Pilates but stresses finding what works for you (11:02).

Managing Soreness and Recovery

Alternate between activity and restorative practices (infrared mats, hydration, protein, rest) (12:09).
“You can’t just go, go, go, go, go. You will completely break and crash.” — Drea (12:09)

Managing Stress & “Fight-or-Flight”

Meditation as a game-changer:
- Drea only recently committed to meditation, calling it “life-changing” (13:24).
- App recommendation: Shift by Jamie Graber; also Gabby Bernstein’s short guided meditations (15:21).
- 8-10 minutes is enough—don’t fear wandering thoughts (16:22).

2026 Wellness Myths & Trends: What to Leave Behind, What to Try

Leave Behind in 2025

High-Intensity, High-Impact Workouts: Raise cortisol and induce fatigue (20:41).
Over-caffeinating with coffee:
- Drea has switched to matcha, noting it’s gentler and more antioxidant-rich (21:20).
- Matcha brand shout-out: Matchaful (22:46).

Try or Consider in 2026

Collagen Peptides in Beverages: Drea adds to her matcha for extra protein and stable energy (23:20).
Creatine for Women:
- Six-month self-experiment yielded lean muscle gains, better focus, and brain health (23:33–24:47).
- Consistency is crucial; results appear after ~2 months (24:47, 24:54).
Mouth Tape for Sleep: Regulates the nervous system, helps with snoring and jaw definition (25:03–26:16).
Colostrum & Electrolytes (“Drea Water”):
- Drea’s daily drink includes unflavored colostrum, creatine (Momentous), and superior electrolytes (36:41).

At-home Wellness Hacks

Lymphatic Drainage & Dry Brushing: An “add-on,” not essential but effective, especially pre-shower or before going out (27:27).
Infrared Sauna: Backed by data for health benefits (28:40).
Cold Plunges: Work best when timed with your cycle; not always beneficial for women (28:53–29:09).
Gut Health: Probiotics are useful, but SIBO sufferers should be cautious—know your individual needs (29:39).

Redefining Balance & the Wellness Community

Building Sustainable Habits:
- Start with your goals and choose manageable steps—write it down! (39:41, 39:58)
Top 3 Habits That Changed Drea’s Life (40:17):
- Meditation
- Enjoying matcha in her morning routine (“before the chaos”)
- Daily movement—even if just a “sanity walk”
Things She Stopped:
- High-intensity workouts, coffee, pea protein (bloating) (41:13).
End-of-Day Routine:
- Magnesium citrate before bed; infrared mat and Lima laser for wind-down (42:00–42:32).

Lightning Round: Wellness Confessions (43:00+)

Wellness trend secretly disliked: Face tape (43:00).
Not wellness-approved habit: Gummy candy, “drink in hand” (43:08).
Favorite product: Symbiome’s The Answer Serum (“Botox in a bottle”) (43:23).
Surprisingly effective: Meditation (43:44).
Trend to try: Salmon sperm facial (43:48).
Guilty pleasure wellness habit: Sauna sessions (43:35).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On New Year pressure:
“Try not to put so much pressure… The January pressure is real. Try not to make your list, check it off. Be consistent. Set yourself up for success and be kind to yourself.” — Molly, (50:17)
On wellness for real life:
“You don’t make people feel bad. You don’t make you feel like you have to do everything. It’s about finding what works for you.” — Emese to Drea, (03:38)
On community:
“It’s really about creating a place where you feel healthier and happier. And a lot of that comes from the community as well.” — Drea (35:05)
On balancing wellness and real life:
“More people need to think it’s okay to go to Pilates, do your meditation, and then have a martini at the end of the week.” — Drea (34:09)
Advice to women in transition:
“We’re all where we’re meant to be. ... Really lean on your community. I think everyone else is feeling it too, you know, and I think you’re not alone.” — Drea (46:19)
Advice to her 10-year-old self:
“To believe in yourself and to be confident and know your self worth.” — Drea (48:04)

Practical Tips / Toolkits

For Sustainable Change:

Start with one habit (micro ritual): meditation, matcha, or a daily walk (06:39, 40:21)
Write down your goals and check in regularly, ideally after a short meditation (05:49, 39:58)
Stack routines, multitask (e.g., meditate with red light therapy) (16:43, 42:32)
Community and support are critical—seek out like-minded groups, in person or online (34:09, 35:05)

“Drea Water” Recipe:

Unflavored colostrum (Armor)
Creatine (Momentous or Thorne)
Superior Electrolytes (no monk fruit or sugar) Mix all into a single drink daily for energy, gut health, brain clarity, hydration (36:40–37:12).

Noteworthy Product & App Recommendations

Matcha brand: Matchaful (22:46)
Collagen peptides: Mix into beverage, unflavored preferred (23:20)
Creatine: Momentous or Thorne (36:45, 37:11)
Electrolytes: Superior, small brand from the Hamptons (37:13)
Colostrum: Armor, unflavored (36:41)
Meditation apps: Shift by Jamie Graber, Gabby Bernstein (15:22)
Favorite beauty products: Victoria Beckham Foundation, Kosas Mascara, Jones Road Brow, Goop blush, Symbiome Answer Serum (45:07–45:53)

Timestamps for Key Segments

[05:14] – Why resolutions fail & habit formation
[06:53] – Wellness doesn’t have to be expensive
[08:37] – Movement, workout variety, and cycle syncing
[10:32] – How to structure a balanced workout week
[13:24] – Drea’s meditation journey
[20:41] – Trends to leave behind: high-intensity workouts
[21:20] – Drea’s journey away from coffee to matcha
[23:33] – Creatine trial and pros for women
[25:03] – Mouth tape: sleep and snoring benefits
[27:27] – Lymphatic drainage: is it worth it?
[28:40] – Infrared saunas/cold plunges for women
[34:09] – “Balance” in wellness
[39:41] – Where should beginners start?
[40:17] – Drea’s transformative daily habits
[46:19] – Advice for women in transition
[48:04] – What Drea would say to her 10-year-old self

Episode Takeaways

Start small. Build on one ritual—no need for extremes.
Don’t overcomplicate. The best wellness tools are often free, and high-intensity doesn’t equal health.
Personalize. Listen to your body, your schedule, your cycle.
Community matters. Support, group expertise, and honest conversation propel sustainable growth.
Give yourself grace. Progress happens in increments; perfection isn’t the goal.

This episode is a must for anyone ready to ditch wellness overwhelm and embrace a more balanced, individualized approach for 2026.

Lipstick on the Rim: 2026 Wellness Trends – What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t)

Podcast: Lipstick on the Rim
Hosts: Molly Sims & Emese Gormley
Guest: Drea Murphy, Wellness & Beauty Curator
Release Date: January 6, 2026

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Reframing the “New Year, New You” Mentality

Don’t Fall for Extremes:
- Drea Murphy (05:14): “People don’t set themselves up for success. They try to do it all and they make these unrealistic goals that really set you up for failure.”
- Emphasizes starting small and building “rituals” that compound over time.
Check-in Process:
- Drea journals after a short meditation to identify what’s working and what’s not (05:49).
- Advice: Only commit to what’s realistic for your current life.

Debunking the Myth: “Wellness Is Only for the Elite”

Many effective tools—walking, moving your body, drinking water—are free (06:53).
“The most effective tools really don’t cost anything.” — Drea (06:53)
“If it’s important to you, you can still carve it out and find the time.” — Emese (07:49)

Movement, Workouts, and Listening to Your Body

Women should vary their workouts based on hormonal cycles (08:37).
No need for daily high-intensity workouts—rest and lighter movement are valid!
Find forms of movement that lift your mood and body (e.g., Forward Space, Pilates) (10:01).
Weekly Structure Example: 1-2 high impact workouts, Pilates, daily walking, and 1-2 rest days (10:32).
Strength training (especially with age): Drea prefers Reformer Pilates but stresses finding what works for you (11:02).

Managing Soreness and Recovery

Alternate between activity and restorative practices (infrared mats, hydration, protein, rest) (12:09).
“You can’t just go, go, go, go, go. You will completely break and crash.” — Drea (12:09)

Managing Stress & “Fight-or-Flight”

Meditation as a game-changer:
- Drea only recently committed to meditation, calling it “life-changing” (13:24).
- App recommendation: Shift by Jamie Graber; also Gabby Bernstein’s short guided meditations (15:21).
- 8-10 minutes is enough—don’t fear wandering thoughts (16:22).

2026 Wellness Myths & Trends: What to Leave Behind, What to Try

Leave Behind in 2025

High-Intensity, High-Impact Workouts: Raise cortisol and induce fatigue (20:41).
Over-caffeinating with coffee:
- Drea has switched to matcha, noting it’s gentler and more antioxidant-rich (21:20).
- Matcha brand shout-out: Matchaful (22:46).

Try or Consider in 2026

Collagen Peptides in Beverages: Drea adds to her matcha for extra protein and stable energy (23:20).
Creatine for Women:
- Six-month self-experiment yielded lean muscle gains, better focus, and brain health (23:33–24:47).
- Consistency is crucial; results appear after ~2 months (24:47, 24:54).
Mouth Tape for Sleep: Regulates the nervous system, helps with snoring and jaw definition (25:03–26:16).
Colostrum & Electrolytes (“Drea Water”):
- Drea’s daily drink includes unflavored colostrum, creatine (Momentous), and superior electrolytes (36:41).

At-home Wellness Hacks

Lymphatic Drainage & Dry Brushing: An “add-on,” not essential but effective, especially pre-shower or before going out (27:27).
Infrared Sauna: Backed by data for health benefits (28:40).
Cold Plunges: Work best when timed with your cycle; not always beneficial for women (28:53–29:09).
Gut Health: Probiotics are useful, but SIBO sufferers should be cautious—know your individual needs (29:39).

Redefining Balance & the Wellness Community

Building Sustainable Habits:
- Start with your goals and choose manageable steps—write it down! (39:41, 39:58)
Top 3 Habits That Changed Drea’s Life (40:17):
- Meditation
- Enjoying matcha in her morning routine (“before the chaos”)
- Daily movement—even if just a “sanity walk”
Things She Stopped:
- High-intensity workouts, coffee, pea protein (bloating) (41:13).
End-of-Day Routine:
- Magnesium citrate before bed; infrared mat and Lima laser for wind-down (42:00–42:32).

Lightning Round: Wellness Confessions (43:00+)

Wellness trend secretly disliked: Face tape (43:00).
Not wellness-approved habit: Gummy candy, “drink in hand” (43:08).
Favorite product: Symbiome’s The Answer Serum (“Botox in a bottle”) (43:23).
Surprisingly effective: Meditation (43:44).
Trend to try: Salmon sperm facial (43:48).
Guilty pleasure wellness habit: Sauna sessions (43:35).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On New Year pressure:
“Try not to put so much pressure… The January pressure is real. Try not to make your list, check it off. Be consistent. Set yourself up for success and be kind to yourself.” — Molly, (50:17)
On wellness for real life:
“You don’t make people feel bad. You don’t make you feel like you have to do everything. It’s about finding what works for you.” — Emese to Drea, (03:38)
On community:
“It’s really about creating a place where you feel healthier and happier. And a lot of that comes from the community as well.” — Drea (35:05)
On balancing wellness and real life:
“More people need to think it’s okay to go to Pilates, do your meditation, and then have a martini at the end of the week.” — Drea (34:09)
Advice to women in transition:
“We’re all where we’re meant to be. ... Really lean on your community. I think everyone else is feeling it too, you know, and I think you’re not alone.” — Drea (46:19)
Advice to her 10-year-old self:
“To believe in yourself and to be confident and know your self worth.” — Drea (48:04)

Practical Tips / Toolkits

For Sustainable Change:

Start with one habit (micro ritual): meditation, matcha, or a daily walk (06:39, 40:21)
Write down your goals and check in regularly, ideally after a short meditation (05:49, 39:58)
Stack routines, multitask (e.g., meditate with red light therapy) (16:43, 42:32)
Community and support are critical—seek out like-minded groups, in person or online (34:09, 35:05)

“Drea Water” Recipe:

Unflavored colostrum (Armor)
Creatine (Momentous or Thorne)
Superior Electrolytes (no monk fruit or sugar) Mix all into a single drink daily for energy, gut health, brain clarity, hydration (36:40–37:12).

Noteworthy Product & App Recommendations

Matcha brand: Matchaful (22:46)
Collagen peptides: Mix into beverage, unflavored preferred (23:20)
Creatine: Momentous or Thorne (36:45, 37:11)
Electrolytes: Superior, small brand from the Hamptons (37:13)
Colostrum: Armor, unflavored (36:41)
Meditation apps: Shift by Jamie Graber, Gabby Bernstein (15:22)
Favorite beauty products: Victoria Beckham Foundation, Kosas Mascara, Jones Road Brow, Goop blush, Symbiome Answer Serum (45:07–45:53)

Timestamps for Key Segments

[05:14] – Why resolutions fail & habit formation
[06:53] – Wellness doesn’t have to be expensive
[08:37] – Movement, workout variety, and cycle syncing
[10:32] – How to structure a balanced workout week
[13:24] – Drea’s meditation journey
[20:41] – Trends to leave behind: high-intensity workouts
[21:20] – Drea’s journey away from coffee to matcha
[23:33] – Creatine trial and pros for women
[25:03] – Mouth tape: sleep and snoring benefits
[27:27] – Lymphatic drainage: is it worth it?
[28:40] – Infrared saunas/cold plunges for women
[34:09] – “Balance” in wellness
[39:41] – Where should beginners start?
[40:17] – Drea’s transformative daily habits
[46:19] – Advice for women in transition
[48:04] – What Drea would say to her 10-year-old self

Episode Takeaways

Start small. Build on one ritual—no need for extremes.
Don’t overcomplicate. The best wellness tools are often free, and high-intensity doesn’t equal health.
Personalize. Listen to your body, your schedule, your cycle.
Community matters. Support, group expertise, and honest conversation propel sustainable growth.
Give yourself grace. Progress happens in increments; perfection isn’t the goal.

This episode is a must for anyone ready to ditch wellness overwhelm and embrace a more balanced, individualized approach for 2026.

2026 Wellness Trends: What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t)

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Summary

Lipstick on the Rim: 2026 Wellness Trends – What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t)

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Reframing the “New Year, New You” Mentality

Debunking the Myth: “Wellness Is Only for the Elite”

Movement, Workouts, and Listening to Your Body

Managing Soreness and Recovery

Managing Stress & “Fight-or-Flight”

2026 Wellness Myths & Trends: What to Leave Behind, What to Try

Leave Behind in 2025

Try or Consider in 2026

At-home Wellness Hacks

Redefining Balance & the Wellness Community

Lightning Round: Wellness Confessions (43:00+)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Practical Tips / Toolkits

For Sustainable Change:

“Drea Water” Recipe:

Noteworthy Product & App Recommendations

Timestamps for Key Segments

Episode Takeaways

Summary

Lipstick on the Rim: 2026 Wellness Trends – What’s Worth Your Money (and What Isn’t)

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Reframing the “New Year, New You” Mentality

Debunking the Myth: “Wellness Is Only for the Elite”

Movement, Workouts, and Listening to Your Body

Managing Soreness and Recovery

Managing Stress & “Fight-or-Flight”

2026 Wellness Myths & Trends: What to Leave Behind, What to Try

Leave Behind in 2025

Try or Consider in 2026

At-home Wellness Hacks

Redefining Balance & the Wellness Community

Lightning Round: Wellness Confessions (43:00+)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Practical Tips / Toolkits

For Sustainable Change:

“Drea Water” Recipe:

Noteworthy Product & App Recommendations

Timestamps for Key Segments

Episode Takeaways