1. Remove your makeup & wash your face before bed.

We all have those nights when we come home extra exhausted only to finally lay down and remember: we’re still wearing make-up. But those five simple minutes it takes to get rid of the day’s pore-clogging dust, dirt, smog and makeup are so worth it. Find a face wash that makes you look forward to the refreshing make-up free feeling (with an invigorating scent, or minty feel) if you need a little extra encouragement!

2. Wash your makeup brushes regularly. 

Let’s be honest: washing make-up brushes is a chore. Avoid break-outs and show your brushes (and your skin!) some love with this easy and affordable DIY brush cleaner from Hello Glow.

3. Hydrate.

We’ve heard it before: drinking the proper amount of water gives you a radiant, healthy, younger-looking complexion. So, why do we struggle so much with such an integral, simple beauty tidbit? Here are some tips that help us get the daily amount in:

• First thing in the morning, drink a full glass of water.
• Sleep with a big glass of water by your bed.
• Purchase a reusable water bottle you love to keep you motivated like this one from BKR.
• Add fruit, veggies or herbs to your water to keep you interested! Check out these recipes from Shape Magazine for inspiration!

 

4. Clean out your beauty collection.

Old beauty products aren’t good for your skin, and it’s likely their ability to serve their intended purpose has begun to fade. Check PAO (Period After Opening) symbols on your projects and purge the old products weighing down your beauty bag. Your skin will thank you.

5. Commit to healthier, natural cosmetics. 

There’s a lot of hype now days about what we put in our body, but what about what we put on our skin? Look for cosmetics without harmful ingredients or irritants such as our L’eclisse products, formulated without synthetic fragrances, parabens, sulfates, triclosan, or phthalates.

Here’s to a healthy, happy 2016 you can be proud of!

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