Life has been extra eventful lately and that’s why setting aside moments for self care are essential. Luckily there are some surefire ways you can recharge and reset so you can feel energized for what lies ahead!
Called the 4 s’ - sleep, sweat, sea & shower - these four offer a quick escape from the moment so you can think and refocus for the next steps ahead. Here’s some tips to make your self-care experience even better!
Super Sleep
Among the four, sleep is probably the best way to reset for the day. Countless studies have proven that sleep is essential. Taking power naps and getting at least 8 hours of sleep can make your information retention better, improve your disposition, and make you generally happier. Catch up on some well-deserved zzz’s and feel much more energized!
Sweat It Out
Another way is to get your blood moving with exercise. Sweating out life’s stresses is a great way to start or end a day. Adding regular exercise — paired alongside sufficient rest — does wonders in both your mental discipline and overall health.
Seek the Sea
Maybe it’s time to go on a beach trip! Visit the sea, or head to nature, to take a break from your usual surroundings. You’ll need these “life pit-stops” to enjoy yourself more while adding some vibrance in your life for the next stretch of goals ahead. Smelling the fresh sea salt scent may be just what you need to fully recharge.
Shower Power
Finally, taking a shower is a great way to feel refreshed. Take the time to do a leisurely shower or a long bath. Cleanse your skin and calm your head, while massaging your favorite products with extra care. In this way, you can extend the time you need to pause and refresh.
Taking care of your body should be your #1 priority, since it’s the most important tool you’ll ever need. Aside from these 4 recharging methods, make sure you’ve got the right care tools too. For hair care we’ve got a selection of sulfate-free cleansers that gently reset your scalp and strands.
If you’ve got a sensitive scalp, try a soothing shampoo like Davines Calming Shampoo, P1,195 - rich in polyphenols and sugar for a strong anti-inflammatory action & essential oils like patchouli.
For frizzy hair concerns, use Kérastase Discipline Fluidealiste Shampoo, P1,750! This sulfate-free shampoo is made to smooth each fiber strand so there won’t be any frizzy stresses showing on your hair.
Is life’s recent stresses causing additional hair fall? Try AVEDA Invati Advanced™ Exfoliating Shampoo, ₱ 2,000! It’s a sulfate-free nourishing daily shampoo that exfoliates the scalp by removing build-up that can clog pores, and helps to prevent breakage during shampooing.
For severe hair stress caused by damage, dare to take it on with Olaplex N°4: Bond Maintenance Shampoo, P2,300. It repairs and protects hair from everyday stresses, including damaged hair, split ends, and frizz. Best of all it is part of the Olaplex bond building line, and helps to maintain bond building treatments. More about bond builders here.
Life is a balancing act. That’s why when it comes to your color treated locks you need the right kind of care to make sure it’s clean while maintaining its luster and this is where sulfate-free shampoos can come in. Try the Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure pH 4.5 Color Freeze Sulfate-Free Micellar Shampoo, P1,150, a gentle shampoo for color-treated hair, bringing hair to its optimal pH 4.5 level to perfectly freeze color pigments.
So say it with me, you deserve to take a break and recharge your mind. We hope you enjoy our top tips to recharge and if you’ve got a few of your own, head over to HairMNL and share it with us. Perhaps we can recommend hair care to match it as well.
