Beauty Promises To Make And Keep In 2017
We made it through the first month of 2017. Resolutions were made, which may or may not be dwindling. But now is the time to settle into a realistic and achievable beauty regime that will yield results.
80/20 Rule
Research shows that goals, objectives, and resolutions often fail because we take on too much too soon. In the first few days or weeks, we’re fired up and feel as though we could take on the world. But very soon our best intentions begin to dwindle. So, rather than going all out and setting unrealistic resolutions and expectations, try the 80/20 rule. The idea is that you eat healthily for roughly 80% of the time but allow yourself the odd treat. Set up a training plan but allow time to relax. Little and often or bit by bit is better than all or nothing. Because if the latter fails, you’re left with nothing.
Establishing Routines And Setting Intentions
It’s important to establish a healthy beauty regime. Even if you have one already, there’s a benefit to reviewing this and making changes. On average it takes around 66 days to form a habit. This varies, depending on the task. When something becomes a habit, this is the point at which is starts to feel automatic.
When establishing your regime, set a plan for the year. Work out what you intend to achieve and by when. If this is the year you decide to go for the plastic surgery you’ve been deliberating, do your research and make the decision. Always opt for board certified experts such as Belcara Health.
Commit To Skincare
Whatever else you do this year, commit to skincare. A simple routine is all it takes to maintain healthy, young-looking skin.
- Remove your makeup every day without fail
- Invest in a good moisturizer for your skin type
- Drink plenty of water
- Eat well and exercise
- Quit smoking
- Wear a suitable SPF sun lotion and protect against harmful rays
A Healthy Smile
One of the easiest beauty commitments is to prioritize dental health. Brush at least twice a day and invest in a good-quality electric toothbrush. The benefits over a manual brush are staggering. Add flossing to your daily regimen. Visit your dentist on a regular basis to fix any problems before they become an issue.
Inner Beauty
As well as investing in cosmetic or external changes, make sure you focus on your inner beauty. Feeling stressed, sleep-deprived, or depressed has a negative impact on your overall health and this all impacts on your appearance. Whereas, feeling alert, relaxed and calm, has the opposite effect. Spend some time this year focusing on how you feel. Cut unnecessary stressors from your life and find strategies to manage anxiety. Take up yoga, meditation or tai chi which will exercise the mind and body.
Now that the year is underway, it’s time to settle down and establish a few sensible beauty regimes. Set achievable and realistic targets and remember the 80/20 rule. Beginning to form new habits will be beneficial over time, and you will begin to notice the changes. So, start now, and your future self will thank you for it.
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