Loves, it’s been a week. Right? I know so many people right now who are overwhelmed and stressed, be it from back to school woes, personal issues, or simply just paying attention to the news. (And if you’re into this sort of thing–Mercury is in Retrograde). Let’s just say, it’s been a week. And when weeks are weeks there are different reactions. Maybe you’re plowing ahead determined to get things done and make something happen today. Maybe you’re taking some down time, reflecting. Maybe you just don’t know what to do. Loves, I feel you. And with everything swirling, I have to be honest that I, too, have been overwhelmed and didn’t know what to do. So, loves, I’ve made today self-care day! An official holiday? No, but maybe it should be, self care is important-no matter what you’re going through–and doesn’t have to be a full spa day. (Although if there’s a way for me to do yoga and drink wine all day, I’m in). Below I’m sharing some of current self-care favorites. Over on Instagram, in my stories, all through out the day I’ll be sharing how I’m practicing self care today. Let’s take care of ourselves. So that we can take care of each other.
XO RA
I’m so excited to talk to you about Skin Print! They’re a skin care line (medical grade) that you’ll be hearing a lot about! But for today–this exfoliatiant is my new fave thing, I can feel my black heads dissolving. And if you’re like me and waking up puffy this EyeDeal eye cream is perfect. I have never had a product automatically reduce my puffiness and make me feel human. I’m in love. And nothing says self care like eyes that aren’t puffy! You can buy Skin Print here
Now that we’ve established that skin care is self care, let’s chat some of my other fave things. This Recherche Beaute’ cleanser is simply luxurious, and leaves me skin so soft! You’ve seen this face oil before! I use it (mixed with sunscreen) as my makeup, it leaves me just the right amount of dewy! And is shoppable over on the Amazong picks tab!
Loves, we know that I don’t wear a lot of makeup, but I’m a big fan of confidence boosts (and self care is connected to your self confidence!) My way? A great mascara, and when called for a bit of help in the eyelash area! This Marc Jacobs mascara is one of the best I’ve ever tried (pro tip: curl your eyelashes all the time, heat up your eyelash curler for extra umph!) And you’ll be getting a full post on my new fave thing-these magnetic flash lashes from one-two lashes. Even I can do them, and they make me feel amazing! How’s that for self care?!
And while self care doesn’t have to smell good, isn’t it better when it does? I’m in love with this Elizabeth and James dry shampoo, and this cologne from Whole Foods has become my summer scent (I’ve even dropped it in my bath!). Feel good, smell good.
Some of my other favorite self care methods? Working out, painting, reading, movies, time alone, time with friends, shoe shopping, drinking enough water, naps, wine, and your favorite treat! I also love this piece from Postive Health Wellness about self care and confidence; and this piece on 7 Easy Self Care Methods!
I’d love to know: how do you practice self care??
Shop some of my picks below and make sure you follow me on Instagram Stories today!
XO RA
