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hi angels! here is a short list of all of my favourite tips for beauty and self care this winter. this is a fairly broad list so feel free to add your own or ask for more specifics! enjoy.
apply sudacrem or a thick cream to your face before bed (perfect for preventing redness and acne).
wear suncream daily still (winter sun is harsher than you realise!).
use a skin oil after moisturiser.
drink hot teas.
apply vaseline and body lotion to your feet then wear thick socks to bed.
use a silk pillowcase.
apply cuticle oil and hand cream.
use a hair mask weekly.
get sunlight every day.
use a humidifier.
drink green tea with honey and lemon (helps skin and immune system).
find some good vitamins that will help you in colder, wintery months!
eat more omega three fats.
ice face daily.
apply more moisturiser/switch to a thicker kind.
take warm baths.
exfoliate lips more regularly.
invest in a lip mask.
find a simple winter makeup routine.
eat warm meals and seasonal produce.
find a slow morning yoga routine.
find glowy products for that winter angel look.
wake up earlier to get more outdoor/sun time.
find a slow workout routine that targets every part of your body.
drink water with lemon and a pinch of salt every morning.
invest in adorable accessories to make your winter outfits cuter!
use thicker body lotions to prevent skin drying out.
oil pull weekly at least.
create a winter pinterest mood board!!
paint your nails weekly, try out clear coats or winter themed colours. Or if you are an acrylics person get them done every few weeks!
thank you for reading angels! happy winter <3
love, m.
Always make sure everyone in the group is acknowledged.
For example, say you run into some friends while you're out in public, but they have with them their roommate who you've barely met. In this case, don't just ignore the roommate in favor of only acknowledging and speaking to your friends, make sure you acknowledge and greet the roommate too, even if it's just a smile or even just a polite nod.
Humans are by our nature a communal species, and as a result tend to be pretty affected by feeling ignored or excluded. Even if you're not ignoring them on purpose, you just feel awkward acknowledging someone you barely know, try to consider how you might feel if you were totally brushed off and ignored by someone who is acknowledging everyone else but you.
Even if you personally don't think you'd personally be hurt by being brushed off by your roommates' friend, know that your feelings aren't universal and plenty of people would feel bad about feeling ignored, especially if they're someone who has a history of being excluded by their peers.
This doesn't apply to people you are trying to avoid because they make you feel uncomfortable or even unsafe, safety comes first before good manners. But if they're not someone who you think is a risk to your safety and/or someone who makes you uncomfortable, it won't hurt you to politely acknowledge them.
GLOW UP GUIDE FOR 2025⠀
READ: On average, it takes more than 2 months before a new behavior becomes automatic — 66 days to be exact. And considering that 2025 is precisely these many days away, why not start with our glow up plan already?
Physical Glow Up-
BODY
— 5-10K steps a day.
— 7-8 hours of sleep.
— workout everyday for 1 hr atleast- yoga/stretching/pilates/cardio. a workout may take one hour, but your mood will be boosted for the next 12 hours.
— posture training.
— sunlight exposure after waking up for at least 10 minutes.
NUTRITION
— 2-3 liters of water every day.
— limit your caffeine intake.
— avoid sugars as much as you can.
— high protein diet, pre and probiotics.
— more fruits and veggies (+ green smoothies if you like).
— no junk/processed food/trans fat.
— no eating after 8 pm.
SKINCARE
— be clear on your skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive).
— once you're clear, use these accordingly- cleanser, toner, targeted serum, eye cream, moisturizer, sunscreen (≥50 spf).
— keep your bedding clean as well.
— no picking of skin on your lips, cuticle etc.
— gua sha to help improve blood circulation and lessen toxins.
— cold therapy may take three to five minutes of being uncomfortable, but your energy levels will be boosted for the rest of the day.
— remove makeup before you go to bed.
BODY CARE
— shower every day.
— exfoliate 2x a week.
— use body lotion (shea butter/aloe vera gel/coconut oil).
HAIR CARE
— wash hair 2-3x a week
— oil your scalp 2x a week, at least 3 hours before shampoo.
— hair mask 1x per week.
— never brush wet hair.
— use silk pillow case.
HYGIENE
— brush your teeth 2x a day, clean tongue and the roof of the mouth daily.
— floss daily.
— cut your nails 1x a week, never remove the cuticles.
— glycolic acid under arm for odor and discoloration.
— never use soap on your coochie.
Mental Glow Up-
MINDSET
— set clear goals- define and breakdown your aspirations.
— start your mornings with positive affirmations.
— surround yourself with uplifting content and people.
— be shamelessly selfish to your career and mental health, remove anyone or anything that doesn't align with your priorities and wellbeing.
— boost your brain health by these 4 neuroscience tools:
difficult first: start your day with the most difficult task (cortisol and dopamine are high in the body meaning that your body/mind is primed to work).
rest your eyes: introduce a micro-pause after learning by resting/closing your eyes - will help retain information better.
tomorrow's worries: write tomorrow's to-do list before bed as it is proven to be effective in helping you fall asleep.
find time to play: engage in low-stake play. can be anything you find fun but where the outcome doesn't matter (induces neuroplasticity + reduces stress).
MIND
— meditation might take as low as ten minutes, but your focus will be improved for the rest of the day.
— no social media after waking up and at least an hour before bed.
— keep aside 1 hr of time to read daily! reading a new book may take five hours, but you will keep the knowledge forever.
— journaling, gratitude.
— digital detox once a week or for 12 hours.
— limit unnecessary screentime, unfollow or cut off people you don't want to see.
JOURNALING
— choose a regular time each day to journal, making it a part of your routine.
— find a quiet, comfortable place free from distractions. light a candle if you want.
— allow your thoughts to flow without censoring or editing.
— write about your feelings and emotions to understand them better. write about things you are thankful for to boost your mood. write about your short-term and long-term goals. identify what triggers certain emotions or reactions
— set a timer for 5-10 minutes and write continuously during that time.
— reflect on both positive experiences and challenges.
— make lists, journal your thoughts on these questions.
— journal at night to clear your mind before bedtime, because emotions and thoughts lose their power once we acknowledge them.
— a gratitude practice may take five minutes, but your mindset will be shifted for the rest of the day.
AFFIRMATIONS
— customise affirmations to your needs.
Personal Life-
WEEKLY TASKS
— initiate small changes: begin with small, manageable tasks such as making your bed or cleaning your room every sunday.
— celebrate your success: reward yourself when you achieve your goals or have a consistently productive week. consider treats like buying flowers for yourself or watching your favorite show.
DAILY WORK
— set achievable goals: establish realistic goals for the day, week, or month ahead.
— track your progress.
— organise your work space, declutter your shelves etc.
— embrace the power of lists: keep a list of tasks to be done and their deadlines. this way, you start each day with a clear plan. to make it visually appealing and motivating, consider using productivity apps like evernote, habit tracker, or notion.
PRODUCTIVITY TIPS
— wake up early.
— plan ahead everything, do scheduling. you can use:
google calendar / notion / tasks .
— if the task takes less than 2 minutes to finish, do it immediately.
— countdown rule, if you are procrastinating, count 1-2-3-4-5 and jump.
— start slow, don't rush and try to do everything at one time.
— follow a proper routine, use app locks based on screentime.
— pomodoro technique, 25 min work, and 5 min break.
— schedule longer break times as well e.g 30 min nap.
YOUTUBE CHANNELS
book & literature channels
a clockwork reader
according to alina
alexa raye
dakota warren
haley pham
jack edwards
jack in the books
justali
katie is reading
madison kait
peachapplebi
sara carrolli
sarah hafidh
the book leo
beauty channels
dear peachie
dilna dileep
emi’s spellbook
euphoric ash
genelle
gloria song
izzy shea
jackie wyers
jessica vu
jordaline reads
julianna lee
leah halton
lilrotini
murielle sunga
nails by vic
patricia pineda
the moments
tina engeo
vevina chu
self improvement & productivity channels
adama lorna
adete dahiya
anna lenkovska
annika
breanna quan
clarisseintheclouds
cozy k
fernanda ramirez
gigi mw
jasmine le
lavendaire
lenalifts
leo skepi
leyla tavas
mae alice suzuki
mikayla mags
muchelleb
nika erculj
rebecca jay
simmonesimmo
simmonesquared
sophie diloreto
tam kaur
thewizardliz
vickita trivedi
study & school channels
abao in tokyo
celine
deanna
emmalilyn
ginny
jack edwards
mango oatmilk
marie silva
melreads
merve
sean study
serena
study to success
studymd
yulma
dia
other channels
adhd couple - focus timers w/ cute backgrounds
chubbiesbyash - learning to crochet
coffee and cults - video essays
cruel world happy mind - video essays
etm’s studio - learning to crochet
final girl studios - video essays
hitomi mochizuki - holistic wellness
inayah - vlogs and self-growth talks
institute of human anatomy - medical and health education
isabella grace - beauty and vlogs
kiana davis - beauty and vlogs
kidology - video essays
lilthings - learning to crochet
mahum - learning to crochet
mira daisy - cute vlogs
mishujo - cozy, productive, and study vlogs
misstada - beauty and vlogs
moya mawhinney - vlogs and talks
nicole leilani - sewing & outfit inspo
olisunvia - video essays
olivia yang - cute vlogs
rachel oates - video essays
rotten mango - video essays
sandy diana bang - cute vlogs
saranghoe - cute and study vlogs
scarlett frazer - vlogs and beauty
sherrilyn dale - video essays
shin - aesthetic videos
stephanie soo - video essays
twinelle - vlogs
urmomsushi - vlogs, beauty, productivity, etc.
we’re all insane - podcast about people’s lives
yasmin the art person - diy and creative projects
rebellion isn’t what you think it is
beauty & brains
how i want my autumn to feels like ⭐️
Girly Comfort Movies
Little collection of my favourite comfort movies (take with a grain of salt lol) <3
Legally Blonde (1 and 2)
the devil wears Prada
The Princess Diaries (1 and 2)
Little Woman
Clueless
Mean Girls (1 and 2)
Pride & Prejudice
Roman Holiday
Uptown girls
Marie-Antoinette
The Virgin Suicide
10 things I hate about you
Lady Bird
Jennifer’s Body
how to lose a guy in 10 days
American Psycho
A Cinderella Storie
Emma
Watching the detectives
La La Land
Peters to Juliette
Bling Ring
Fight Club
Dead poets society
13 going 30
The Notebook
Breakfast at Tiffanys
Sex and the city
Dear John
The breakfast club
Mamma Mia
Monte Carlo
Black Swan
Girl Interrupted
Pearl
Bridget Jones (ty @dionysus-drabbles 🫶🏻)
If you guys have any more suggestions and/or recommendations (maybe some shows and series as well!!), please feel free to share them with me in the comments!! <33
rebellion isn’t what you think it is