Even you can wake up looking like Cindy Crawford — if you have the time and, especially, the moula.
Crawford, who recently turned 60, revealed this week the first two-and-a-half hours of her exhaustive $12,000 morning wellness routine.
“Creating a morning routine can be transformative, setting the tone for a productive and positive day ahead…many people find that a structured start to their day can enhance both mental and physical well-being,” the supermodel said in the caption of her TikTok.
Her rich lady rituals are dividing fans, with one commenter admitting, “Cindy, I’m too poor for this.”
But Dr. Dawn Queen, an NYC-based board-certified dermatologist, told The Post that some of Crawford’s tips are worth applying.
And certainly, who doesn’t love waking up in a silk negligee at 6 a.m., and heading to their dressing room to listen to a Bible app while dry brushing their legs?
But wait, there’s more! Here’s a look at Crawford’s age- and wallet-defying regimen.
Dry brushing
Fans of dry brushing claim it can boost circulation, exfoliate skin and support lymphatic drainage. Still, experts warn that the technique is not for everyone.
“Physical exfoliation methods like dry brushing aren’t something I routinely recommend because they can be irritating and may introduce microtears in the skin, particularly in sensitive skin types,” Queen said. “The dermatologic benefits are fairly limited.”
After her Bible and body brush (#blessed), Crawford massages her face for 15 minutes using a gua sha tool and the skin softening cleanser from her skincare brand, Meaningful Beauty.
Gua sha
Gua sha is an ancient Chinese technique used to stimulate circulation and reduce inflammation.
TikTokkers swear by it for creating a slimmer-looking jawline and soothing the neck muscles.
“Gua sha can be helpful for temporary depuffing and lymphatic drainage, which is why many people notice their face looks less swollen after using it. I tell patients that the effects are temporary; it’s not permanently sculpting the face,” said Queen.
She advised the gua sha curious to use gentle pressure with the tool and to apply a facial oil or moisturizer before contact to minimize friction and reduce the risk of irritation or bruising.
Post gua sha, Crawford sits on a Bemer mat, which costs about as much as a used car and allegedly stimulates muscle and boosts circulation with micro-currents.
Queen says the mat may fall flat when it comes to true benefits.
“In my opinion, Bemer mats are more of a wellness or lifestyle product than an evidence-based dermatologic treatment,” she said.
“There isn’t strong clinical evidence supporting their claims for skin health or circulation in the way many of the marketing materials suggest.”
Red light therapy
Upon her wellness throne, Crawford wears a Capillus Laser Cap, a red light hat designed to support hair growth.
Queen says it’s hats off to the red light cap.
“Low-level laser therapy devices like the Capillus Laser Cap do have clinical evidence supporting their use for certain types of hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia. I like them because they are easy to use, non-invasive, painless and done at home,” said Queen.
As estrogen levels decrease during perimenopause and menopause, the hair growth cycle can shift, resulting in hair becoming finer and thinner, making the Capillus Laser Cap particularly appealing to Crawford’s demographic.
“For women in their 60s experiencing pattern hair thinning, it can be a reasonable adjunct treatment as part of a broader hair loss regimen,” said Queen.
Crawford then makes room for more massage, treating her face with The Wand ($2,213, Keren Bartov), a device that uses red light technology, radiofrequency and infrared therapy to tighten and rejuvenate skin.
Queen says the high-end youth stick is a viable choice.
“Technologies like radiofrequency and red light are widely used in dermatology because they can stimulate collagen and support skin rejuvenation,” said Queen.
“Radiofrequency works by delivering controlled heat to deeper layers of the skin, which can trigger collagen remodeling and lead to gradual tightening over time.”
Queen notes that in-office treatments typically yield more noticeable results because they operate at higher energy levels, whereas at-home devices tend to provide subtler improvements with consistent use.
Post-wanding, Crawford takes a shot of fire cider, made by infusing apple cider vinegar with “fiery ingredients” like turmeric, ginger, chiles, onions and garlic for about four weeks.
Fire cider
“Fire cider is an age-old herbal remedy,” Welsh chef Gaz Oakley, author of “Plant to Plate,” previously told The Post.
“Not only does it taste good, but it’s packed full of fire ingredients that are going to give your body immunity — especially in times of winter.”
After downing the shot, Crawford steps outside to walk barefoot in the grass to “ground” herself.
Grounding, also known as earthing, is a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, as barefoot walking is believed to stimulate the body’s energy flow.
Though research on earthing is limited, some health professionals suggest it may offer benefits as a mindfulness practice, helping people feel more connected to nature. Studies have shown that being physically connected to the Earth can deepen sleep, normalize the stress hormone cortisol, relax muscles and boost mood.
After her barefoot stroll, Crawford goes for a 15-minute dip in her home jacuzzi.
Fitness routine
Research suggests that her hot tub protocol can be just as beneficial for health as going for a run, as a steamy soak can increase blood flow, lower blood pressure and reduce cortisol.
After her water treatment, Crawford prepares coffee with collagen, checks emails and then heads to her home gym for stretching, inversion therapy for lower back pain and a low-impact trampoline workout to increase heart rate and support lymphatic drainage. Crawford then awaits the arrival of her private Pilates instructor.
The routine is certainly beneficial, but as many pointed out on TikTok, it reeks of privilege.
While the private spa and the $2,500 red light cap may be beyond the means of most, walking barefoot and stretching are free, and her Meaningful Beauty Skin Softening Cleanser can be yours for $36.
Plus, you can rival Cindy by making your own fire cider using this cost-effective recipe.
Cost of Cindy Crawford’s morning wellness routine
Total cost: $11,927
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