Many girlfriends of mine say all the same things: 'I'd really like to take care of myself more, you know like they show in movies, have all that spa-bath nights and long pamper routine, but I simply don't have time'. And my answer to it - you don't need to have time in order to take care of yourself. I don't have time either and here is how I do it.
1. Make your everyday shower really special.
1. Make your everyday shower really special.
Of course you are tired after work, and the only thought in your head is how much you miss your pillow but instead of automatic routine, make your night routine interesting. Choose different shower gels every night depending on your mood, play some relaxing music, sing, use massage tools, smell aroma candles. So next day when you will be on your way home instead of 'Ugh, again I have to take shower', you will be like 'Yay, which sent shoud I choose today?'
2. Use natural oils instead of body lotion.
2. Use natural oils instead of body lotion.
Not only it's a beautiful sensual ritual, it is also good for your skin. I don't tell you to throw away your favorite Victoria's Secret body lotion, just put it aside from time to time. If you afraid that your clothes and bedding will get messy, use light oils or dry oils which dry immediately. Take advantage and add some massage moves while you're applying your favorite product.
3. Substitute regular face masks with masks in pockets.
3. Substitute regular face masks with masks in pockets.
Korean beauty industry is well-known with innovations and their face masks already took international market. And that's for a reason. I actually writing this post with banana mask on my face, which wouldn't be possible if I decided to go with clay mask, for example. And my favorite part about these masks - you don't need to rinse them off. As easy as that. Moreover, there are such an enormous variety of these masks for all skin types, for all possible purposes.
4. Pick your favorite face oil.
4. Pick your favorite face oil.
So I've already suggested using body oil but I didn't mention face. Well, the most common misconception about face oil is that you can't use it if you don't have dry skin. I have good news for you, girl. You can and you should. The question is to pick up the right one. And in my personal opinion, you do not have to go with expensive brands, start with regular 100% natural oils like coconut, argan, shea butter etc. The key is that it would be natural, so it wouldn't clog your pores and you will use it as face massage oil. Yes, you heard me. You can do 3 minutes face massage right before you go to bed as part of your everyday routine. Seems not that hard, right?
5. Don't ignore exfoliation.
5. Don't ignore exfoliation.
We all know how important exfoliation is and yet many of us simply ignore it. So just don't. And remember that not only your face needs it, but also your whole body and even scalp. Don't be too hard, especially when you have sensitive skin once a week should be probably enough. Pick the right exfoliator depending on your skin type and enjoy the freshness of your skin. Also you can easily make your own exfoliator at home.
So, that were 5 easy tips about the beauty routine. Seems doable, doesn't it? Just do it with love. Love to yourself, me dear.
So, that were 5 easy tips about the beauty routine. Seems doable, doesn't it? Just do it with love. Love to yourself, me dear.