We all want to feel confident, radiant, and put-together — but real beauty isn’t about perfection or filters. It’s about balance, self-care, and smart choices that bring out the best version of you from head to toe. As the seasons shift and we step into fall, it’s the perfect time to refresh your beauty routine, inside and out. That means nourishing your body with green juice, getting enough quality sleep (even 5–10 minute power naps), and avoiding common beauty mistakes. These small, consistent habits create the foundation for glowing beautifully.
Beauty from the Inside Out
The old saying is true: when you feel good on the inside, it shows on the outside.
- Hydration First: The simplest yet most powerful beauty secret is water. Drinking enough throughout the day plumps the skin, reduces dullness, and helps maintain elasticity. Get into the habit of drinking a water bottle every time you get into the car. Adding one of the tea bags from the list below will add to the benefits for your skin. I have mason jars and water bottles in the fridge at all times for my kids, so there is no excuse on keeping hydrated.
Morning Glow Elixir Recipe:
- 1 glass of water
- ½ fresh lemon or 1 tsp Bragg’s apple cider vinegar
- A pinch of Baja Mineral Gold sea salt
- 3–5 drops of high-quality olive oil
Why It Works:
- Hydration Boost: Replenishes fluid lost overnight, plumps skin, and jumpstarts digestion.
- Lemon / ACV: Both support gut health by stimulating digestive enzymes and balancing pH. ACV also has natural probiotics that feed healthy gut bacteria.
- Mineral Salt: Provides trace minerals like magnesium and potassium that aid hydration, reduce inflammation, and help skin retain moisture.
- Olive Oil: Adds healthy fats and antioxidants (like vitamin E) that nourish skin, improve elasticity, and soothe the digestive tract.
Result: A brighter complexion, better digestion, and an energized start to your day — beauty from the inside out in a single glass.
- Gut Health = Skin Health: A clear, vibrant complexion often starts in the gut. Adding probiotics and fiber-rich foods supports digestion and reduces inflammation that can trigger breakouts.
- The Fall Green Juice Glow: Seasonal juices with kale, spinach, cucumber, celery, and apple are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. They fuel your immune system, aid digestion, and give skin that “lit-from-within” glow.
Beauty Ritual: Teas for Gut Health & Glowing Skin
The simplest rituals deliver the biggest beauty payoff. A daily cup of tea not only soothes the soul but also supports digestion — which is directly linked to skin clarity. Rotate these teas throughout the week to keep your gut balanced and your glow consistent:
- Ginger Tea – Stimulates digestion, reduces bloating, and boosts circulation for a natural glow.
- Peppermint Tea – Calms the digestive tract, eases cramping, and helps de-puff the skin.
- Chamomile Tea – Soothes the stomach, reduces inflammation, and promotes calm (stress impacts digestion too!).
- Green Tea – Antioxidant powerhouse that balances gut bacteria while protecting skin from aging.
- Fennel Tea – Excellent for reducing bloating and improving nutrient absorption for stronger hair, skin, and nails.
- Dandelion Root Tea – Supports detoxification, flushes toxins, and helps maintain clearer skin.
- Licorice Root Tea – Gently soothes the gut lining and reduces redness or inflammation in skin.
Pro tip: Enjoy a warm cup in the evening as a calming ritual — you’ll sleep better, digest more smoothly, and wake up looking refreshed.
Self-Care Tools: Dry Brushing & Gua Sha
- Dry Brushing: Before you shower, use a natural bristle brush in upward strokes toward the heart. This gentle ritual boosts circulation, supports lymphatic drainage, and exfoliates away dull skin. The result? Softer, smoother skin, de-bloating and a healthy, all-over glow.
- Facial Gua Sha: This ancient tool sculpts and refreshes the face. By gliding a gua sha stone along the jawline, cheekbones, and forehead, you stimulate circulation, reduce puffiness, and promote lymphatic drainage. With consistent use, it can create a natural lift and leave skin looking more radiant.
Tip: Keep your gua sha stone in the fridge for an extra cooling, de-puffing boost in the morning.
Skin: The Canvas of Beauty
- Care: Cleanse, moisturize, and always wear SPF. Add vitamin C or hyaluronic acid serums for extra glow.
- Makeup Choice: Use lightweight, breathable coverage. Matte foundations will accentuate fine lines and wrinkles.
- Selecting the Perfect Color Foundation: The correct color should not be lighter or darker then your skin. The perfect color should disappear into your skin.You may have a slightly lighter foundation for winter then summer. Even protecting your skin with SPF, hat and glasses, your skin will get slightly darker.
Eyes: The Windows to Your Soul
- Care: Hydrate the delicate eye area and remove makeup nightly. Your skin needs to breath and rejuvenate while you sleep. If you want healthy skin and lashes, it’s a MUST to remove nightly. I add organic castor oil on top of my eye-cream, it keeps the moisture in and also helps the lashes to grow.
- Makeup Choice: Neutral tones and inner-corner shimmer brighten instantly, a touch of a shimmer shadow in the dark corner will instantly make your eyes pop. Keeping t
- Mistakes to Avoid: Over-plucked brows and heavy eyeliner. Both are dated and not flattering. Too dark of eye shadow makes the eyes appear smaller, keep the center of your eye lid, light. Looks fresh and also makes the eyes appear larger. Get a new mascara, they are best for 2-3 months of regular use.
Cheeks: The Glow Factor
- Makeup Choice: Cream blush melt seamlessly into the skin, mimicking your natural flush instead of sitting on top like powder. The dewy texture reflects light, softening fine lines and giving cheeks a fresh, plumped look.
- Mistakes to Avoid: Placing blush too low or too close to the nose. Think up the side of the face, not down to your jaw.
Lips: The Perfect Finishing Touch
- Care: Exfoliate weekly and hydrate daily with balm.
- Makeup Choice: Keep one nude and one bold shade on hand. Adding a Lip Gloss to your lipsticks will give the illusion of fuller lips. No shine makes your lips look less full.
- Mistakes to Avoid: Skipping lip liner, which prevents feathering and defines lips naturally.
Hair: Your Crown of Confidence
Your hair frames your face, and healthy hair can make you look instantly polished.
- Care: Schedule trims every 6–8 weeks to prevent split ends and keep your style fresh. Weekly deep-conditioning masks restore shine and softness, especially as cooler weather and dry air take their toll.
- Wash Smart: Washing too often can strip natural oils and dull your shine. Aim for every 2–3 days (or longer if your hair type allows). Or washing just the front, which will give you a few more days of not washing.When you do wash, rinse with cool or lukewarm water — hot water can fade color and weaken strands over time. Saving you money and time!
- Styling Choice: Work with your natural texture, not against it. If you have waves, enhance them with lightweight cream; if you have sleek strands, add shine serum instead of weighing hair down.I always says that you will never win against hair, it has a mind of it’s own.
- Mistakes to Avoid: Skipping heat protectant before blow-drying or flat ironing can lead to damage. Another common mistake is product overload — too much hairspray, oil, or mousse will make hair heavy, dull and oily.
Christina’s Fall Beauty Note
Starting your day with hydration, nourishing foods, and gut-loving habits like teas, a green juice, then layer in self-care rituals like dry brushing and gua sha — it all shows up in your skin and energy. Add shiny hair, glowing makeup, and a few smart tricks (think primer, cream blush, and a touch of highlighter), and you’ll radiate confidence and the illusion of flawless beauty — from the inside out!
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