By Ariel Colhoun Passionate about increasing the sphere of influence for women & driving positive change.
When we think of the definition of a routine we tend to apply the general definition:
A routine is "a sequence of actions regularly followed; or a fixed program performed as part of a regular procedure rather than for a special reason".
In regards to your daily life, a routine can be applied to almost anything. So when it comes to your own beauty care, do you think of it in terms of routine?
If you don't, you should. How you take care of your body from the inside out directly impacts how you feel. Self-care beauty routines should include everything from what you eat and your diet, to exercise, lifestyle, managing stress and your emotions, and getting the right amount of sleep; to hair, nails and skincare, and more - including all your daily body rhythms.
Your beauty routines should always be top of mind and kept in check. It is very easy to go from one extreme to another when it comes to self-care. Sometimes we find ourselves at one end the spectrum where we tend not to bother following a beauty routine and we lack the required effort, and other times we find ourselves almost obsessed with our efforts to our own detriment. As with everything in life, we need balance, and beauty routines are no different.
When you create your own beauty routines they should be:
Regular
Flexible
Tailored specifically to you and your lifestyle and your own body
Detailed and thorough
Balanced
Bring you self-awareness (you should think about your routine and regularly evaluate and make the necessary adjustments)
How well do you know yourself?
If you are looking for a reset, or you need a new starting point when it comes to your health, it's important to do a self-assessment. This will help you identify where you are now and where you want to go. As best said by Lewis Carroll:
"Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?"
"That depends a good deal on where you want to get to," said the Cat ..."
Do you know what areas of your life need more work? What are your weaknesses & strengths? Make a list of all the things you wish to change, write them all down, make a commitment to yourself to take action, and slowly try to make the changes you wish to see. And in no time, with every step forward you make you will begin to see the desired changes coming to fruition. Remember, your lifestyle will affect your beauty routines every step of the way so make sure you incorporate best practices that work specifically to you to ensure personal success!
Following are some daily beauty routine tips to get you started:
Drink water - the benefits are plenty.
Maintain proper hygiene and take proper care of your body including teeth and gums, nails and hair, and posture.
Establish a proper bedtime routine - avoid electronics, caffeine, set both a regular time to go to sleep and a regular wake up time.
Let It Be - try not to take to on all the 'battles' you may come across in your day. Sometimes a 'let it be' approach is better and will work wonder for your mental health. A positive mindset will help you feel confident and maintain a positive relationship with you and the world around you.
Keep a healthy mindset and a healthy perspective on your own body image.
Take control of your life and try not to depend on false stimuli such as pills, alcohol, or other stimulants.
Reduce the amount of time you spend on devices and get outdoors and socialize.
Embrace the mantra "Feel beautiful and you will look beautiful".
Your daily beauty routine is a matter of commitment - the commitment to yourself to make an investment in yourself. As Scott Fitzgerald once said:
"Looking good means making space for beauty in your life, taking the time to exercise and to follow simple skincare and haircare routines, eating healthily and losing weight if necessary, and revising certain aspects of your lifestyle. All these are liberating, not constricting, because once you have got these aspects 'right', you will then be freed from all the smaller anxieties that interfere with your ability to concentrate on the things that you really want to do and consider to be worthwhile".
All posts are intended strictly for educational purposes. It is not intended to make any representations or warranties about the outcome of any procedure. It is not a substitute for a thorough in-person consultation with a medical professional. If you have questions about your personal medical situation, please call your healthcare provider.
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