As the seasons change, fall is the perfect time to step back from your usual beauty routine and evaluate what's working for you and what could use a little refresh. The transition from summer to autumn often means cooler temperatures, less time outdoors, and a possible shift in your diet. These factors can all influence your health and wellness, from hair, skin, and nails, to your emotional and nutritional well-being happening inside.
HAIR
Your hair's health requires maintenance and the right products to keep it strong and healthy. This fall, be sure to prioritize your hair, ensure your nutrition supports its healthy growth, and read product labels before using shampoos, conditioners, and more on your scalp.
- Ensure that you're getting enough collagen in your diet to support healthy hair. If you don't currently take a collagen supplement, you can find everything from pill capsules and gummies to powdered drink mixes that are easy to incorporate into your current routine.
- Schedule a trim for your hair if you haven't had one in the past six months. Hair needs a refresh every six months or so to encourage new growth and eliminate split ends and other damage.
- Explore products that support healthy hair throughout the night, such as silk pillowcases, and ditch the tight, restrictive rubber bands that can cause breakage, even while you sleep.
SKIN
Much like your hair, your skin requires prioritization to be healthy, glowing, and well-cared for. It is your largest organ, after all! Especially with the shift in weather, it's essential to get into a good skin routine, and remember that skin includes more than just your face.
- Prioritize your skin's hydration by using products that lock in its natural moisture, including facial oils, serums, and moisturizers.
- Just because the height of the summer sun has lessened does not mean your use of sunscreens should, too. Sunscreen is crucial in all seasons of the year and should be applied regularly to your face, neck, chest, and other areas of the body.
- Less time outdoors means more time spent inside, often in front of screens. Look into options that protect your skin from blue light, especially during the evening. With blue light exposure in a surplus from computers, TVs, and phone screens, blue light glasses, facial sprays, and other products are available to help protect your eyes, skin, and face.
NAILS
Whether you're a 'nail person' or not, healthy nails that are well maintained are always in good style. The good news about your nails? You don't need to schedule weekly appointments at the salon to keep them healthy (although you certainly can!). Instead, a few simple tips can ensure your nails stay as healthy as the rest of you.
- Moisturize your nails just like your skin. When your nails get the moisture they need from hand creams and products that restore their natural oils, you'll notice healthier cuticles, softer edges, and more shine.
- While your nails need moisture, they don't need harsh chemicals and products to dry them out. Be sure to read what ingredients are in your polishes and removers and avoid anything harsh, including the 'Toxic Trio,' formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
- Trim your nails regularly, like your hair, to encourage growth and eliminate any breakage and damage.
INNER BEAUTY
Now that you have a standard set for your physical beauty routine, don't forget to give your inner beauty as much TLC, if not more. Inner beauty helps you glow from the inside out and is vital for all aspects of your health and wellness.
- A common theme in all areas of health and beauty is hydration. Your hair, skin, and nails will literally glow from the inside out if you're drinking enough water. But you will also feel other benefits, including more energy and faster recovery from working out. Increasing your water intake to any degree is a plus, but we recommend aiming for about 64 ounces of water (8 cups) per day.
- Sleep is critical to inner beauty and is required for your body to function. It is recommended to aim for 7-8 hours of sleep each night, and things like reducing your blue light exposure after the sun sets can help you get to that goal.
- Take note of how your current nutritional habits affect your look and feel. Healthy, whole foods that provide energy support healthy hair, skin, and nails, while processed foods with less nutritional value can make you feel sluggish, tired, and drained of energy. Prioritize fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed foods that give your body the nutrients and vitamins it needs for daily functions.
TRUE BEAUTY SHINES FROM WITHIN
While the fall season is a great time to experiment with your own beauty routine and give it some updates where needed, it is never too late to work on these areas of your health and wellness journey. Prioritizing your health should be celebrated, and with these simple tips and tricks, it can be easier to get started than you might think.
