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The Best Self Care Beauty Products

in , , , , , , , , , , , , , by RoyallyPink, 7:00 AM
Self-care was a buzzword last year and it has continued well into 2018. To me, the definition of self-care is simple: it's doing what you need to do to care for yourself, to make sure you're in the best mental state.

Self-care could be saying no to going out on Saturday night, it could be going to the gym to clear your head, or simply having a cup of tea and reading a book. Self-care is taking care of yourself first, whether that is mental, physical, or emotion.

Self-care can be defined differently for everyone based on your interests and what eases you. When I'm in need of self-care, I light a few candles, stay off the computer, do a face mask and watch my favorite TV show.

Maybe if I'm feeling anxious, I'll go to the gym, come home and read a book. The possibilities are truly endless with self-care.

Since self-care and wellness have become their own industry, other industries have been cashing in on the buzz as well. That includes the beauty industry...

While I don't think these are marketed as self-care beauty items, I definitely classify them as that. I use them when I need a pick me up, or just need to better myself.



1. Ole Henriksen Cold Plunge Mask: I have been intrigued by this mask since it came on the scene and I bought it last week. I've used it about 3 times since then and I'm in love. To me, it's the definition of a self-care mask because it's tingly, a gorgeous blue color, and it shows results -- my pores looked tighter after use and my skin looked more fresh & clear. Last week I was having an off day so I decided to take time with my skincare routine and apply this mask. Adding a few extra minutes of relaxation time was key and this mask was a huge factor in it. It also leaves a minty feeling on your skin afterward which I love!

2. AERIN Rose Lip Conditioner: Ever want to pamper yourself or just give yourself an extra luxurious feeling? That's when I use the AERIN Rose Lip Conditioner. Something about the packaging mixed with the rose scent and the balmy texture of this product makes me feel like a million bucks.

3. Jade Roller: Jade rolling is all the rage nowadays and I've had mine for a few months. However, I didn't spend $40+ on it; I bought the Jade Roller from Amazon for around $8 and it works just as well. It's naturally cool so when you roll it on your face, you get that icy feeling which contributes to the depuffing that Jade Rolling does. There's also something very relaxing about giving yourself a little face massage when you're feeling stressed.

4. Clean and Clear Night Relaxing Jelly Eye Sheet Mask: When I received this product for PR a few months back I wasn't expecting to fall in love with it. The point of this mask is pure relaxation; it covers the upper half of your face and eyes where stress and sleepiness show the most. It also has seaweed extract to help replenish and nourish the skin. Whenever I need some help falling asleep or just need to really relax and recharge, I throw this mask on, close my bedroom door, light a candle and diffuse some oil and just close my eyes. It is so refreshing and probably the most relaxing beauty product I have in my collection. I simply cannot get enough and highly recommend for everyone!

5. Josie Maran Argan Oil: Whenever I want to take my time with my skincare routine to give myself an extra boost of self-care, I reach for an oil -- specifically the OG Argan Oil. It seeps into the skin immediately, feels incredible when applying it and leaves your face glowing. I'm obsessed and want to slather this all over my body (which I sometimes do!)

6. LUSH Sleepy Lotion: Whenever I need to really relax, get a good nights sleep or even just wind down, this lavender scented lotion is my go-to. It's super moisturizing, very relaxing, and the scent is just divine. I highly recommend to everyone!!

 What are your self-care beauty items?
xoxo
B


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Catch Some Zzs

in , , , , , , , , , by RoyallyPink, 7:30 AM
I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was constantly tired and I didn't know why. Since then, I've been a little more awake during the day thanks to drinking a lot of water, some extra caffeine, working out, and being more active on a daily basis.

What I have had trouble with now is sleeping through the night. Sometimes it's my mind that wakes up me, my anxiety that causes me to stay awake. Sometimes it's too hot or too cold in my room or I don't feel good and it wakes me up.

I read this article on Refinery29 all about how to have the perfect night's sleep or "how to sleep like you're on vacation" because when does someone have a bad night's sleep on a tropical island? I surely didn't while I was on Spring Break. Vacation sleep is the best sleep and the article has great tips on how to achieve that sleep in your own bed.

Aside from that, I think creating a sacred sleep space is essential. A good pair of pajamas, some sleep mist, and a sleep mask are great for getting the perfect night's sleep.

Here are some of my picks for the best sleep possible:



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My Skincare Routine

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I've become a little obsessed with skincare products. I'm constantly reading articles and blog posts about what's best for your skin and what you should be doing to take care of it. I'm going to gloat a bit here and say that I've always had really nice skin. Acne was always a once in a blue moon problem for me for which I'm eternally grateful.

I have though, been blessed with dark spots and terrible under eye circles so I'm always trying to get rid of those. Also, because of the insane tan I got in Punta Cana,  I've been doubling up on lotion and searching for the perfect moisturizer to keep my skin from peeling.

Like most girls, I have a daytime and nighttime skin routine, both which are relatively simple. I don't do the same thing day after day but there is some sort of consistency to what I do to take care of my skin.

I've been wanting to do a post about my skincare for a while now and I'm glad I'm finally getting around to it.

Morning Skincare

Let's start off with my daytime routine first. It's very simple. Clean and Clear has always been my go to for facial wash. Ever since I was young it's the product that works the best for me. For the morning, I use these two products that go hand in hand.

Clean and Clear Morning Burst is my favorite facial wash ever. It really does wake me up in the morning and leaves my skin fresh. I know I sound like an advertisement but this is just my opinion.

After washing my face, I'll apply my ELF under eye roller which takes away some puffiness and cools down my skin. This also helps me in feeling more awake.

I had never used moisturizer before so when I saw that Morning Burst had a gel moisturizer, I jumped at the chance. I actually purchased the new Morning Burst cleanser that had a sample of the gel moisturizer. After using it once, I went and bought the full size.

I've never used gel moisturizers before and to be honest, I never really used a daily moisturizer even thought I knew I should've. The gel is really light weight, compared to a cream that you can feel on your face. Your skin absorbs the gel, leaving no residue or feeling of heaviness. When I wake up in the morning, my face feels incredibly dry and tight and the minute I apply this to my face, I feel instantly better and more awake.

My nighttime routine is a little more complex but still not half as bad as some I see.

Nighttime Skincare



For starters, I'll usually take my make-up off with make-up wipes, then wash my face with either the Clean and Clear Morning Burst or St. Ives Apricot Scrub.

After that, I'll apply my Estee Lauder under eye cream to take care of dark circles. The next step is usually my Proactive Dark Spot Corrector. My mom and sister are avid Proactive subscribers so I usually take all their freebies and this one works wonders for me. I don't always remember to apply it but when I do, I usually see a noticeable difference in the A.M.

After the dark spot corrector, I'll sometimes apply Estee Lauder firming cream moisturizer because word on the street is that you should start using anti aging products in your twenties to prevent wrinkles, lines, etc.

If I don't use the firming cream, I'll apply Proactive Green Tea Moisturizer--sometimes it just feels better on my skin.

The last step in my nighttime skincare routine is not routine at all. If I have a blemish or a large acne spot, I'll use this little gem. I received it in my Birchbox last year and it's still going strong. It smells really weird and kind of burns when first applied but in the morning, the pimple is 2x smaller than it was in the first place. It's like magic!

As for the lotions I've been using to tame my insane sunburned and tanned skin, there are four products I've been alternating between.


Lotions

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My Daily Beauty Routine

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My daily beauty routine has drastically changed over the past year. I've mentioned it before how having this blog has changed my beauty regime. I've discovered new products, tried out different things, and developed a much more appreciative attitude toward beauty products.

I'm a person who loves routines and all summer, I had the same routine: moisturizer, BB Cream, liquid blush, Erase Paste concealer, eyeliner and mascara. It was very simple, very to the point, and I was fine with it.

With the Fall quickly approaching, my make-up routine is changing, even from day to day, everything I do is different.

Here's my current, favorite make-up routine for a simple week day that consists of classes, meetings, and work!
Beauty Routine 2013

I start with a nice cleanser; my favorite is the Clean and Clear Morning Burst because the tiny beads really do help wake you up. I also love the new gel moisturizer that Morning Burst released a few months back. The gel is so light on my face and doesn't make me feel greasy.

My under eye circles are the worst so I do everything I could to de-puff them; an under eye roller paired with Benefit's Oo La Lift is a great pre concealer regime.

I already raved about Maybelline's FIT Me Foundation so that's up next, and then my concealer. I've been taking a break from Erase Paste and have been sticking with the quick and simple Maybelline Age Rewind. It's too easy to not love.

A translucent powder has made it's way into my beauty box; I love setting my under eye concealer with Revlon's Photo Ready pressed translucent powder. It makes everything smooth and pretty.

Next up is my bronzer; I've gone back to my beloved Rimmel London matte bronzer; I'm going to need a new one soon since I could see the bottom of the pan on mine. It gives the perfect glow with no shimmer added. I've also been loving my NYX blush in Angel. It's not too powdery, it almost has a cream like base and it's not too pink--the perfect Fall transition color.

I keep my eyes simple during the day; just some Eyeko liquid liner with a felt tip pen (sometimes I use olive instead of black) and some Pixi mascara.

I've started filling in my brows (not shown here but I use Flower Beauty Eyebrow Pencil) and set them with the Anastasia Brow Gel which works like glue.

After all that, I'm good to go and my make-up usually lasts throughout the day with no primer. In between I will powder up with my Maybelline Dream Matte pressed powder to soak up the sweat and oil.

I'm sure once the weather gets a lot cooler and I find new products my routine will switch again!


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