practicing self-care in an organized environment will eliminate sooo much unnecessary stress. throw away any trash, pick up anything that is on the floor, and wipe down all surfaces. this is also the time to start playing some music! my favorite artists are ari lennox, beyoncé, and donna summer!
INGREDIENT 2: FACE MASK
i love applying a face mask early so that it has enough time to work its magic into my skin. i also like to do a quick lip scrub to any exfoliate dead skin on my lips.
INGREDIENT 3: HAIR OIL
i prefer to oil my hair with a hot oil treatment earlier in my routine to gain the most results. i typically mix jamaican black castor oil with coconut oil on damp hair and gently massage it into my hair. after i’m done with that, i put on a plastic hair cap to seal in all of the oils.
INGREDIENT 4: NAIL POLISH 4 A MANI-PEDI
during this step in my routine, i prepare my nails for a mani-pedi with a nail file and clippers. i then (messily) apply my nail polish.
INGREDIENT 5: A NICE SHOWER/BATH
i make sure to rinse out all of the hair oil out and wash my hair thoroughly with the cecred clarifying shampoo and conditioner. i then wash my body as usual with a washcloth and an african net sponge to exfoliate.
FINALE
after my shower, i immediately apply body oil onto damp skin to lock in moisture and prevent any dryness. finally, i end my routine by putting in my olaplex leave-in and gently define my hair with a denman brush. happy self care day!
