I'm in my late 20's and I'm holding on to my youth. With the stresses of my jobs I've noticed myself aging. I love Botox and I'll be the first to admit it. But.. don't go get your pitch fork just yet, I have some strategies! Botox is expensive and painful. I have some suggestions that have helped me tremendously. Here are my 10 steps to feel and stay youthful!
1. Say no to processed foods! This is probably my biggest tip in life. Processed foods contain unhealthy chemicals. These chemicals can lead to illness. Also these foods can sit on a shelf and never expire. So you can imagine that they aren't breaking down properly in your body. Fruits, vegetables and natural products have a shelf life. They break down easier and contain lots of nutrients. By cutting these out of my diet I have felt better, easier digestion, more energy and better sleep.
2. Drink water - I know it sounds redundant but by drinking large amounts helps keep your skin hydrated and feeling fresh.
3. Wash your face every night. Apply a moisturizer, every night! I use these products. I love Mario Badescu face wash and moisturizer. I like to wash my face twice, once with a Clarisonic brush. I also put a nice thick mask of La Mer on before sleep. I do have oily skin. I have been able to control this with a toner and diet.
4. Use an eye cream. I get little sleep some nights and look tired. I have to use an eye cream to look my best in the morning. I like Benefit- It's Potent.
5. Skip the coffee and go to the tea. I HAVE to have my morning caffeine. I have recently switched to Starbucks Green Teas. They have many flavors. Green Tea gives me energy. It's healthier. I don't use as much sweetener. I cut the caffeine after noon to sleep better also.
6. Get a good night's sleep. I know it's easier said than done. Find a way to calm yourself before bed. Whether it's a glass of wine, night time tea, reading, downloading a sound app for your iPad, or a couples massage.. turn off your brain and go to bed.
*Another tip to decrease stress- Stay off social media and turn off your phone. Social media can be drama filled. Don't use bed time to stalk your boyfriend's ex, gossip with your friends, spy on your friends, or argue with your boyfriend.. turn your mind off and relax.
7. Do your own facials. I buy these $1.00 facial packets. I put on a nice cleansing or purifying mask, and sit with a hot, steamy towel over my face, then I wipe it off and rinse. Just like being at the spa.
8. Find a great primer (with sunscreen), foundation , and highlighter. Wake up and put your makeup on before work. You will feel better and look great in pictures. On the weekends... relax and go without. I like to use Neutrogena primer with sunscreen, MAC Studio Fix Foundation, and Benefit's High Beam highlighter. I also use Sonia Kushak Tinted Moisturizer to give my skin a break.
9. Compliment others and broadcast your successes. Tell someone they look nice or you like their outfit. Ask someone about their weekend. Ask about their kids. This makes you look happy and friendly. Happy girls are the prettiest. If something great happens to you, share it! You will feel proud!
10. Relax! Try to make time for yourself. Find out what helps you relax and do it. You deserve it!
Love y'all! Have a great weekend!
