Simple self-care routines

Self-care doesn’t need a spa day. It’s the ten quiet minutes at the sink, the glass of something you enjoy, the evening you put your phone down a little earlier. Start with the evening wind-down.

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Make a little room for yourself

A routine is easier to return to when it feels manageable. Choose a familiar moment in your day and give it a few unhurried minutes, without adding a long list of things to do.

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Wind down at the sink

The evening skincare routine walks through cleansing and applying your products, with a shorter version for evenings when you are tired. Keep the steps that make getting ready for bed feel pleasant.

Make shower time feel complete

The body-care routine after a shower gives you a simple sequence for gel and lotion. It is a way to make care for your arms and legs as familiar as moisturizing your face.

Start the morning simply

If evenings are already full, the simple morning skincare routine is another place to begin. Choose a rhythm that fits your day, then let repetition do the work.

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Quick answers

What counts as a self-care routine?
Anything small you do regularly to look after yourself: a skincare routine, a walk, a cup of tea before bed.
How do I make a routine stick?
Attach it to something you already do, like brushing your teeth, and keep it short enough to do on a tired day.
What is a wind-down routine?
A short, calm sequence before bed, such as dimming the lights, doing your evening skincare and putting screens away.

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Your morning and evening routine on one printable page, in the right order, with space to note what your skin loves. Stick it on the mirror and you’ll never wonder what comes next.

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The simple routine checklist

Morning

  • Cleanse
  • Optional layers
  • Moisturize
  • Sunscreen

Evening

  • Remove makeup
  • Cleanse
  • Optional layers
  • Moisturize

Notes

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