I’m feeling like I’ve let quarantine get to me. Or it could be the divorce I’m going through. Either one, I needed to add in a bit of self care. I guess it’s self care, but it could also just be vanity? If you’re anything like me, I get overwhelmed by too many ideas scrolling through instagram or facebook. I saw a meme that read, “expensive skincare doesn’t hold a candle to drinking more water and getting more sleep.” I agree. I’ve dedicated many a post on this blog to drinking more water, so first and foremost… do that. That’s more a part of the holistic wellness plan I keep referring to anyway.

BUT today I’m thinking more vanity. I know some parts of the country are opening up and you can get your hair done, etc. We are not there in LA yet.

So, I decided I could commit to TWO things a day extra at home. I wash my face and do my usual routine ( I still use IS clinical active serum at night), try to drink a lot of water, try to move my body. But I need to up my game with the least amount of effort. Paperwork all day everyday, quarantine, 3-year-old and anxiety don’t mix well for vanity! lol

By the way, if you’ve seen my stories, I got a fitbit! If you’re like me and don’t want to pay for the apple watch right now, but you want to track your activity and get updates from your phone (texts, calls, etc), this is the way to go. I cannot believe I am just now using one. I love her….errrr it! Fair warning, she can be a bit judge-y. Like little annoying noises if you don’t move for a while. She does not tolerate laziness. I talk back to her and explain myself, but she holds her ground. She does, however, reward me with little badges when I make my goals throughout the day, so she ain’t so bad! Better than my ex! Walmart has these for under $100 right now, free, ridiculously fast deliver. In most cases, next day! And while you have free delivery, add a few necessities to the cart! Win, win.

Ok, back to my point of this post:

This is what I committed to for 7 days. I started last Saturday and I just now noticed a difference, hence the blog post.

1) Whitening my teeth every night. THIS IS NOT AN AD. Nothing in here is sponsored or brand gifted, they’re simply products I like. I like Crest White Strips. If you wanna add to your next day delivery cart for Walmart, these are the ones I’m using. Different price points and types are available all over…. see below.

2) Vitamin C serum on clean skin every morning, let it sink in before adding anything else. This particular serum is not inexpensive, but it is effective (check reviews). My sister is an aesthetician and recommended this one above all others. I started using and I already see a difference in 4 days. I am hoping all brown spots will be gone with this. But consistency is the key here.

That’s it. Just those two I’m adding. I ordered and evidently they are essential (ha!) cause they got here quickly.

This morning I noticed my skin looking a bit better. And I felt my a bit better about my teeth. You know what that makes me want to do? keep going. And share with you, obvi.

What are you doing for yourself today? Would love to add a new element once my teeth whitening is over- ideas welcome!!

xoxo AAJ

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