After a past as an aesthetician I’ve learned less can be so much more. Consistency matters most when it comes to internal and external beauty.
Here are some practices I could not live without:
• Internal Care
Real food and rest make a world of difference. I used to struggle with awful acne but it cleared when I finally nourished my body with real foods instead of eating garbage. I cut out alcohol and sugar which evidently reduced my puffiness. makes me puffy so I avoid it. Being kind to my body in these ways really changed everything.
• Deep Hydration
Drinking more water than you think you need supports everything else. Repairing your skin barrier also starts with external hydration. Stay away from too many active ingredients and use a deeply hydrating moisturizer.
• Silk pillowcases
Gentle on your skin and hair! They make bedtime feel intentional and have genuinely elevated my nighttime routine. This staple makes me feel like a princess.
• Facial massage
Gua Sha is my favorite, moving lymph gently and taking the time to de-puff and sculpt your face. Facial massage helps with circulation, puffiness, and grounding.
• Dermaplaning
Occasional and very gently, I derma-plane. This removes buildup, improves product absorption, and makes my makeup look seamless. Not to mention this makes my skin care absorb into my skin so much more.
• Castor oil for lash and brow growth
Simple habit, consistent results. The growth is unreal. Thank me later.
• Nighttime lip mask
Waking up with soft nourished lips? Yeah it’s amazing.
• Scalp massage
Slow and intentional. I press jojoba oil into my scalp and hair ends to protect against dryness and breakage. It promotes circulation and feels like a nervous system reset after a long day of my daughter rising my blood pressure.
• SPF every day
Non negotiable. Sun protection is long-term respect for the skin, no matter who you are.
These beauty rituals are just a few ways I put love into myself. I hope these beauty tips help you as much as they help me.
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