All the Necessities to Treat Yourself This Valentine's Day
Swimsuit worn as a bodysuit: JCrew // Pearl Earrings: Park Lane
I cannot think of a better way of treating yourself this year than buying yourself a few things you may have been eyeing! After being a mom who struggled for YEARS giving herself time, energy and self-care I now make it one of the biggest priorities. I listen to my body and feel more than I ever have so I can make sure I take better care of myself. That includes getting myself little treats. Each year for my birthday I like to pick out a new handbag. When I am out Christmas shopping for others, I see no problem in grabbing something for myself, too. If you feel guilty every time you go to grab something that’s just for you or feel like it’s selfish - I’m here to tell you it’s not! You can help others, love on others, give to others and give to yourself. I wrote a post for all the Single Ladies on Valentine’s Day a few years ago and packed with self-care tips! I was actually in a relationship at the time but remembered what the year prior was like when I was single. It’s okay to take solo trips, buy a ridiculous thing for yourself or just spend some time alone. Remember, you have to live with yourself longer than anyone else so make sure to take care of yourself! Here are a few things I’ve personally treated myself to these past few months!
Treat Yourself to the most comfortable heels on the planet
Sarah Flint makes the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. Yep, still have yet to find a pair of stylish heels or pumps that compete. I’ve been following this brand for a few years now and really love their mission to empower women by creating a shoe that was made by a woman. Hand-crafted in Italy by artisans each shoe is made from the finest materials with direct-to-consumer prices to decrease markup. One of the things that drew me to Sarah Flint was how stylish each shoe is but without the sacrifice of comfort. As a woman who is constantly on the go, I only purchase shoes that fit impeccably because I will walk miles in them. When my Sarah Flint pumps arrived, I noticed they are reinforced with padded arch support! I’ve rounded up a few for you to shop!
Heal your body from the inside out with collagen
Younique Daily You liquid collagen shots are now something I swear by! I started taking collagen last summer to help with having better skin, reduce cellulite and also help with hair loss. Collagen is a protein our bodies naturally produce, however over the years it decreases dramatically causing aging effects like wrinkles, cellulite, fine lines, and hair loss. Younique released the most amazing collagen shot. I’ve tried a few other brands like Vital Proteins, Tranont and NuSkin. I’ve seen the most dramatic results from Younique’s Daily You liquid collagen shots. Results can take up to thirty days, but I personally saw changes within the first week. My skin was so much softer, less red, fewer blemishes during my cycle and it helped with hunger cravings for me. This product is high absorbency and made of marine collagen which is the closest to what our own bodies produce. It also includes Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and acerola cherry. Packed with both vitamin C and anti-oxidants, it combines with collagen to produce better results. You can shop here for a 15 pk or 30 pk with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
Beautiful Jewelry with a sweet touch
Honestly, I was never a big jewelry girl. I have really sensitive skin and ears lobes so a lot of jewelry breaks me out if I wear it for long. A girlfriend of mine recently had me host a party for Park Lane Jewelry. I wasn’t even planning on getting much, just wanted to share the love but after seeing her show the jewelry on a live I was immediately hooked. I snatched this beautiful green heart shape ring up immediately. I also grabbed the Monroe earrings, this set of three earrings, and these sparkly Dolci earrings for a special occasion. The quality is so incredible and if anything breaks they will replace for a $10 fee! You can shop their entire collection here!
Give yourself a staycation spa night with the best skincare masks
Last but not least, what would a day of treating yourself be without a skincare mask? I mentioned above I have really sensitive skin. It gets oily in the T-zone, I have hormonal acne breakouts, it’s dry on my cheeks, and then some light scarring/discoloration. You wouldn’t know that these are problems I’ve regularly dealt with since I had a baby twelve years ago and my hormones changed. I accredit it to the skincare from Younique. I do not use any other products on my face except Younique’s skincare and makeup. All products are manufactured with no animal products or animal bi-products including the collagen I talked about. Not only can you treat the inside of your body with collagen, but you can pair it with one of the skincare masks for even better results on your face. I use the Perfecting Mask for breakouts, the Brightening Mask for discoloration and fine lines, the Hydration mask when my cheeks get dry, and the exfoliating mask every five deals to shed dead skin layers. Being consistent with your skin care, diet, stress management, and sleep give you a happier, healthier, and better quality of life. What are you planning on treating yourself to this Valentine’s Day?
