When we think about beauty routines, we tend to think about products we buy or treatments we splurge on, but what if some of the best beauty secrets were already hiding in your home? It might sound strange, but the fact is that your environment plays a much bigger role in your beauty regime than you might realize, and it can all have a surprising impact on your skin, hair, and overall glow. With that in mind, here are some of the beauty secrets you didn’t know were hiding in your home – read on to find out more.
Hydrated Skin
You’ve probably heard about how hydration is so important for everything, and while drinking enough water is vital, the water you bathe and wash in is just as important. Hard water, which is loaded with minerals, can actually strip your skin of moisture, leaving it feeling dry and irritated. Plus, it can make your hair brittle and dull – definitely not the look you’re going for.
So what about installing Leaf Home’s water softening system to give you a hand? If you can reduce the mineral content in your water, it’s going to help to keep your skin stay soft, your hair stay shiny, and your beauty routine work more effectively. Plus, who doesn’t love stepping out of the shower feeling like you’ve just been to a spa?
Natural Light
The light in your home is important for a variety of reasons, but one that you might not have thought about (until now) is that natural light is actually essential for your skin. Sunlight triggers the production of vitamin D, which helps to give you healthy cell growth (of course, too much sun can be harmful, so you’ve got to find a balance if you want the best health).
Make sure your home gets plenty of natural light, and always protect your skin with sunscreen and that’s a great way to help things stay looking and feeling good. If you’re having a problem with dark rooms, adding mirrors to reflect light or investing in bulbs that simulate daylight can be ideal, and they’ll boost your complexion and your mood.
Clean Air
The air you breathe at home can have a direct impact in your skin because pollutants, dust, and other allergens don’t just affect your lungs, after all – they can do all kinds of things, including clog pores and lead to acne problems and breakouts.
Investing in an air purifier is really going to help because it will remove impurities from the air, leaving it cleaner and that means you’ll end up with better skin as a result. Adding a few houseplants like aloe vera and peace lilies can also improve the air naturally, and they’ll add a lovely calming feel to the house, so it’s a great idea.
Sleep Well
They don’t call it beauty sleep for nothing – good sleep really does help you to look (and feel) better. That’s why your bedroom setup needs to be done right because it can make or break the quality of your sleep, which directly impacts your appearance. A good night’s sleep gives your body the chance to repair and regenerate, leaving your skin looking fresh and your eyes looking bright.
To make things even better when it comes to how well you sleep, why not try silk pillowcases – they’re great because they’re gentle on your skin and hair thanks to the fact that they’ll reduce friction that can lead to wrinkles and split ends. And always keep your bedroom cool, dark, and free of distractions if you want the ultimate beauty rest.
Use Your Kitchen
Your pantry, kitchen cupboards, and fridge are stocked with loads of beauty solutions you might be overlooking, and that could not just surprise you, but actually do you a lot of good. Take oatmeal, for example – that’s not just for breakfast because it can also be a lovely, soothing face mask that’s great for irritated skin. And you can mash up avocados and put it in your hair to hydrate it. Even coffee grounds can be used – they make a fantastic natural exfoliant for your skin.
So before you go out and buy any expensive scrubs and masks for your skin and hair, take a look at what you’ve already got in your kitchen, and you might see that you’ve got a ton of excellent (inexpensive) natural beauty hacks waiting for you already – it just takes a bit more time than buying them, but the results are brilliant and the cost is much, much lower.