There are different kinds of women in the world. Those who pamper themselves, don designer labels, spend hundreds of dollars on a pair of shoes, and who don't think twice about the cost of their facial products. I know some of those women, God bless them.
Then their are those who never do anything for themselves. They don't take care of their nails or hair. They neglect their health, their wardrobes, their skin, and never bother with little extras. I know some of those women too, God bless them.
Somewhere in between are the rest of us. Perhaps we splurge on occasion. We also don't bother sometimes. Maybe we get our nails done, but color our own hair. Maybe we have way to many shoes, but shop for clothes at Target. I am one of these women. I know plenty of these women, God bless them.
Taking care of yourself is important. Paying attention to your health is important. Nurturing your skin and body does not have to be an exercise in extravagance, but it should also not be put in the category of "budget extra". It is not like a vacation or a late model car, it is your body. Your temple. You only get one "skin" and you have to live in it for your entire life. You can't trade it in, or upgrade it. What can you do to nurture your skin?
- Eat clean and hydrate (that is a given, but understand-- coke zero, coffee and wine are not especially hydrating) I am the worst offender in the hydrate department.
- Wash, exfoliate, balance, moisturize, and regenerate. Don't sleep in your make up.
Wash your face, make it simple keeping make up remover wipes or cotton balls by your bed side. I use a tea tree oil, and witch hazel combo at night to remove make up.
Use your night cream. Not just on your face, on your hands too. This is a great time to moisterize the rest of your bod as well. I
Exfoliate-- it is so easy to do in the shower. For my body, there is nothing more invigorating than a sugar scrub, made with coconut oil, and my favorite essential oils. I make these myself, but you can buy them. For my face, I really like Rodan & Fields, Daily cleaning mask. Sugar scrub is also gentle enough to use on your face.
Balance- Restore the PH in your skin using a toner. Witch hazel works great, but there are many others that get the job done. I don't have a favorite.
Regenerate- I love, love, love, Jeunesse's Luminesce Cell Rejuvenation Serum. I use it morning and night on my face and hands.
Moisturize- And don't forget the SPF!
Then take a few minutes every day to apply a little color to brighten your complexion. Put on an outfit that makes you feel snappy. Do a little something with your hair. And for goodness sakes, earrings are the minimum in the accessory department. Do I hear an Amen?? Allowing our obligations in life to squash our will to take care of ourselves is NOT ok. You deserve to feel fresh, and lovely. Carry on ladies, doing what you do, taking care of everyone else--- but do not forget to take care of yourself.
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