I have been passionate about maintaining a natural beauty routine for as long as I can remember. And when I say natural,
I mean it. I'm not big on makeup, dressing up, or doing much in the way
of styling my hair—when it comes to taking care of myself from the
inside out, I've got that on lock.
Inside-Out, Outside-In
I
think my passion for natural beauty began around the same time that
wellness was starting to become a huge part of my life. I traded late
nights out drinking for nights in with a good book (at least most of
the time—balance!), and my morning yoga practice became a staple in my
daily routine. My wellness routine is out-of-this-world important to me
because I care so much about feeling good from the inside out.
It's
not really about anything but that for me—the feeling-good aspect. I
believe we all deserve to feel as good as we possibly can in our skin
and our bods, so anything that helps me achieve that feeling is
something I can stand behind.
Natural Beauty
On that note, let's talk about my natural beauty routine! I keep using the word "routine" because in my opinion, having a plan when
it comes to taking care of ourselves is super important. It keeps us
from falling off the wagon, and the consistency is what enables us to
glow from the inside out.
Photo credit: Muth King
Mornings
are a time I really savor, especially because they are when the heart
of my routine takes place. I start every morning with some kitty
snuggles, meditation on my yoga mat, light stretching, a green smoothie,
and Bulletproof Coffee.
I like to make my smoothie and coffee before I stretch, so I can sip
them while I'm on my mat. And you wonder why my friends and I coined the
term "beveragey" because of how many beverages I am always sipping on,
all at once?I take my favorite HUM Nutrition Raw Beauty Powder
with my morning smoothie—and you guys, I am addicted. The superfood
powder supports radiant skin and a healthy metabolism by using only
pure, non-GMO raw organic greens, fiber, enzymes, and probiotics. Oh,
and the new Vanilla and Berry flavor tastes delish.
I am all about using clean, natural supplements
in my diet to aid in my wellness and to bring on that natural glow.
Before I introduced quality supplements into my life, I always felt that
something was sort of off...and it turns out, it was! My hormones and
my body feel overall so much more balanced now, and I love it.
I use a few other natural products as well and keep them all-natural, non-GMO, and non-comedogenic whenever possible. That's what my skin and body respond the best to. For makeup, I love Oxygenetix's Oxygenating Foundation
in Pearl because it looks like you have nothing on but also makes you
look like you have the clearest complexion in the world. I am hooked!
Photo credit: Muth King
After
my morning routine I usually work on the blog until it's time to
exercise. Sometimes I go for a run or to a high-intensity
interval-training class, but lately I have been all about the
yoga. It feels best in my body, so that's what I am listening to.
Regardless, I love to get a good sweat in because it helps my mind stay
calm and helps my body wind down from my fast-paced days. These days, my
afternoons consist of yoga as well whether it be teaching or assisting a
class, and then usually a lot more writing for the blog before I wind
down for the evening.
P.M. Ritual
A healthy dinner is
always a must, and right now my go-to is a roasted-veggie omelet with
lots of leafy greens. Yes, breakfast for dinner is my jam. My evenings
are usually filled with a walk with good friends or some time soaking in
a hot bath—can you tell I am all about the relaxing vibes these days?
Photo credit: Muth King
Before bed, I have been taking HUM Nutrition's Beauty ZzZz
supplement with melatonin, vitamin B6, and calcium. It's amazing
because I am a notorious insomniac and such a "creative psycho," as I
call it—my mind runs wild whenever I lie down to sleep, no matter how
tired I am. This supplement has been working wonders and helping me fall
asleep so much quicker. Plus, the B6 has helped regulate my sleeping pattern over time, so it's not just a quick fix.I
truly believe that having a natural beauty routine nourishes us from
within so that we have more of a desire to take care of ourselves when
it comes to fitness, eating clean foods, getting lots of rest, and more.
Whenever I let my beauty routine slip, I feel it in other aspects of my
life.
What do you guys think? Do you have any go-to supplements
or daily mantras that help you stick to your routine? I would love to
know!
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