Beauty Extra: Fresh Starts

A Fresh Start

Reflecting on the past year as I approach another year of life, I ask myself if I did my best to maintain a good attitude during adversity. Though life is filled with challenges, it’s important to focus on what we do to nurture our mental stability during these times.

Start with today. How did you respond to adversity? Did you set aside time to prepare for and reflect on unexpected challenges with a healthy and positive mindset?

If you are like me and love makeup, these tips may help you start the day on a happy, confident, and intentional note. 1. I start the day by washing my face to cleanse and wake myself up! I massage my skin with an oil or cream cleanser that has an appealing aroma that makes me happy. I have a talk with myself and proclaim that I will have a good day, I will have a positive outlook on my day, and I will let the things I cannot control go.

Studies show that 80% of people have the same thought patterns day after day. If you had negative and worrying thoughts today, you will likely have those thougts tomorrow. Start your day with intentions and a feelgood routine to improve your mindset! Try lavender to soothe a hard day or citrus for a fresh and energizng start! 2. After I cleanse with intention, I use an alcohol-free toner and an eye cream.

3. Lastly, I use my favorite moisturizer while patting it into my skin and looking at myself directly in the mirror while affirming “I am worthy, I am capable, and I trust myself to make the right life choices.” Every decision we make can have an effect on where we end up, so remember to be intentional! The important thing is to find the right affirmations for yourself and speak them out loud to yourself each morning - remind yourself that you love yourself.

You have to make the time for yourself. Starting your day by taking care of your skin and slowing down the signs of aging while also changing your thought patterns from the day before, you will always start your day off on the right foot.

If you are having trouble with your mental state about yourself or your circumstances, give this a try! I would love to hear if this has helped you in any way. Cheers to claiming our days and making the intention to have a positive outlook!

Dora Vera

Owner, The Look | Makeup & Hair Studio @thelookstudiohmu

Dora is a San Antonio native with 10+ years in the hair & makeup application industry. Specializing in the “no makeup, makeup look” and one-on-one makeup lessons for women of all ages.

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