As the seasons change, so do a lot of other things. The lighting, the weather, and my beauty routine. Here are the efforts I make to revamp my beauty regime:
Take your time
I find the whole concept of "mindfulness" very cringy, if I'm honest. Then again, after 12 weeks of so-called "therapy" where every week you were told the answer to your mental health problems were to, "be more mindful", who wouldn't?
That being said, I do noticed a marked difference in my general happiness and confidence when I make a conscious effort to make time for myself. Go to bed an hour early to wake up an hour earlier; wake up slowly. Have a hearty breakfast. Make time for having quiet time. I love using an Aromatherapy Associates sand timer*, which lasts a couple of minutes, as a means of being more "mindful", I do something calming; make a cup of tea, flick through a magazine, as examples.
Shower & Bath
Having a long, hot shower with some luxe body oils and shower gels always sets me up for the day. My current favourite oils are the Aromatherapy Associates Bath and Shower Oils* - they have a huge selection, from revive to relax, morning and evening. As for shower gel, I've been loving the Organii Shea Butter Shower Gel*, it smells delicious!
I also love to use body creams, especially after shaving my legs. Having silky soft skin always makes me feel more confident. I've been loving the Malee Verdure Body Conditioning Cream* - which has a fresh, earthy fragrance that lingers all day too. Using a body cream also helps to soothe skin which has become dry from the cooler weather.
Aromatherapy
I am a big fan of aromatherapy and am a big believer in fragrances changing your mood. I love candles, I light an uplifting, floral scented one in my make up room when I'm doing my make up because I think it smells good and makes me feel more confident and awake. My favourite at the moment is the Aromatherapy Associates Relax Candle*, which I light when I'm winding down with a good book before bed time. Room fragrances are also a good option, I've been loving the gorgeous smelling Malee Verbure Room Mist*.
Balms & Oils
I tend to prefer cleansing balms and oils over foaming cleansers and milks, if I'm honest. Balms and oils are especially gentle and hydrating, so as the weather gets cooler and skin tends to get drier, it's the perfect time to make the switch. Here are some of my favourites:
Pixi Caroline Hirons Double Cleanse* | Bobbi Brown Extra Balm Rinse | Super Facialist Vitamin C Cleansing Oil* | Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm | DHC Deep Cleansing Oil* | Time Bomb Peace & Quiet Coconut Cleansing Oil*
Essences & Tonics
Talking of skincare, another easy way to switch up my routine is to add an essence or a tonic, or swap out an ordinary toner for one. Essences are sort of like supercharged toners; the ingredients are generally more concentrated, like a serum (although serum's have more concentrated active ingredients^). I use Omorovicza's Omoroessence, which is a superb hydrating and balancing essence, perfect for these Autumn/Winter months. Although it's a tonic (same as a toner), definitely worth an honourable mention for it's effectiveness is the Estee Lauder Nutritious Algae Pore Minimising Tonic. Seriously, it's mind-blowing what it does to your pores in a matter of a few days!
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Shower & Bath
Aromatherapy
Balms & Oils
I tend to prefer cleansing balms and oils over foaming cleansers and milks, if I'm honest. Balms and oils are especially gentle and hydrating, so as the weather gets cooler and skin tends to get drier, it's the perfect time to make the switch. Here are some of my favourites:
Essences & Tonics
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I always set aside time for myself
ReplyDeleteI feel more relaxed and mindful just reading this! Can't wait to have an area to do my make up now I've got a bigger room x
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. I've never heard of these products, but they look like ones I would like. I love things like aromatherapy. I also love when it mixes with being in the bath or shower because I find that extra relaxing and beneficial.
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Lovely tips, with three children my beauty regime has gone straight out the window, brushing my hair and teeth is an achievement in itself with getting the three of them ready xXx
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Nice post! Love it how you sectioned everything. I also wish I could enjoy baths and showers as all other bloggers/people haha I find it just as a must-do so I have a quick shower and that's it :D
ReplyDeleteI love using toners. Also, candles I like are all citruses. Orange is probably my favorite. But I usually have strawberry in my room??
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thanks for the balms and oils tip. I don't have much of a routine to start with.
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ReplyDeleteIn love with Pixi!
ReplyDeleteI too have found Mindfulness a bit cringe worthy and despite giving it many shots and saying it doesn't work for me, therapists still advise it so I guess it must be of some worth to some people!
ReplyDeleteAromatherapy is probably how I relax the most. My favourite candle at the moment smells like fresh linen which is my all time favourite smell!
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Great post and very interesting. Thank you x
ReplyDeleteI find balms and oils to be really good too, simply because of my skin type. I also tend to avoid foaming anything - cleansers don't need to foam!
ReplyDeleteI have a pamper few hours once a week. It includes a face pack, hair treatment etc. Timw for me and to try new ideas
ReplyDeleteAs I was reading this I screenshot lots of these products so I can try some out for myself , they all sound so luxurious and so many brands I’d not heard of , thanku 😊
ReplyDeleteThese are all great products I would love to pamper myself with
ReplyDeleteI'm learning to never underestimate the power of aromatherapy.
ReplyDeleteSelf care, so important with balancing a stressful lifestyle.
ReplyDeleteI do try to set aside 30 mins a week to pamper myself even if just a bath with glass of wine x
ReplyDeleteI need to revamp my colours and make up bag
ReplyDeleteI'm a big believer in both mindfullness and aromatherapy, the whole collection is stunning! I'd love to have the candle. I find them so relaxing
ReplyDeleteThe packaging of that shower gel looks so cute, great products!
ReplyDeleteLoving this routine. z
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tips!
ReplyDeleteSetting time aside for yourself is so so important, I don’t do this anywhere near enough, feel like I’m always rushing around. Going to save this post to have another read when I finally put this into action 😂
ReplyDeleteLove it.
ReplyDeleteHow nice does this look........
ReplyDeleteThe Organii Shea Butter Shower Gel looks nice.
ReplyDeleteLove a 'pamper shower' ths is where I have a shower, use oild, light a candle - have a shave - haha!
ReplyDeletemany new items on my Christmas wish list his year now after reading this article
ReplyDeleteI use aromatherapy oils, especially for sleep.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely have to try
ReplyDeleteGreat post! I love alone time xxx
ReplyDeletelovely tips that you always think I must do but somehow don't always get around to unfortunately - maybe part of a new year resolution?
ReplyDeleteI really need to get into aroma therapy!
ReplyDeleteSome gorgeous products there!!!
ReplyDeleteAromatherapy actually works. The LUSH twilight scent does wonders for calming my mind
ReplyDeleteI've been doing the same things for a long time. My routine really needs a revamp, so thank-you for the tips.
ReplyDeleteLots of good tips
ReplyDeleteI love the DHC Cleansing Oil
ReplyDeleteThis was such a lovely post to read. For the most part I do everything in hurry so it is nice reminder to take more time for myself.
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I don't seem to be able to take too much time in my beauty routine. I love that bottle of Organii Shea Butter Shower Gel though. Definately be putting that on my wish list. x
ReplyDeleteI dont really revamp mine! Not enough funds to change the products I use
ReplyDeleteThank you. Mine definitely needs revamping. Will look to do that in the new year.
ReplyDeleteGreat tips!!
ReplyDeleteI really need to try and set some time aside for myself each day
ReplyDeleteI always take an hour out each day to pamper myself and it is most needed for those days i wear makeup.
ReplyDeleteTotally love this routine. A good breakfast and a shower with nice products is definitely something I'm going to keep up.
ReplyDeleteGetting up earlier is a bit harder :P
I’m with you on the mindfulness and the irritation it creates from hearing it a million and one times over.. I don’t know about you but I’m constantly thinking and being ‘mindful’ that’s probably WHY I need my head checking in the first place, it’s gotta be one of the most annoying things to hear. A million times better when it’s taking time to relax and pamper yourself though! I’ve gotten into candles recently too, although I don’t have very many. Definitely going to be checking out the Estee Lauder Pore Minimising Tonic, thanks for the heads up!
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I love taking hot showers but ive never tried body oils after ill have to do that !
ReplyDeleteLove this routine! I have quite a repetitive beauty routine so can't wait to switch things up
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