Although I am not typically given to setting annual resolutions, several coincidental commitments to adopt improved skincare routines have emerged. It is my belief that including someone in this line of work, that already moisturises and shields from UV rays religiously, is still able to identify areas for enhancement.
A Hydration Pledge
For the umpteenth time, the pledge is to consume a greater amount of (or any at all) water. After decades of tea dependency, the feeling of being thirsty as others describe it eludes me. As a result, hydration is a forced act pursued solely for my complexion (where it makes a noticeable improvement) and, frankly, staying alive. To this end, one of those ridiculously enormous mugs favoured by influencers now sits on my desk, aiming to consume perhaps one before the day ends.
I've bought an example of those absurdly enormous mugs social media stars drain several times each day.
Light Therapy Device Consistency
The intention is to utilize an LED mask far more than every five months but a minimum of four times a week, as I advise others to do. For this, a preferred model is selected for its fit and secure fit, along with being relatively well priced.
Skincare Loyalty Over Experimentation
Regarding skincare, an occasional break from testing new retinols for the sake of work will be taken. Instead is to remain faithful to the formula that yields terrific outcomes on my skin. However, because of periodic interruptions from use, the skin is perpetually readjusting to it.
Hair Care for Bleached Hair
After almost half a decade of bleached highlights, a regular treatment mask is set to be introduced into the regimen. One specific product is considered because its effects are promised to last through three normal shampoos.
Lipstick Streamlining
A conscious attempt is to be made to avoid always carrying a small arsenal of near identical lip products. The reasoning most are fairly close to the perfect neutral pinky nude shade of a beloved lipstick, which is now returned as a core offering after a silly plan to make it exclusive.
Exploring Collagen Supplements
Despite seeing no compelling evidential proof for them, collagen powders will be tried. This is because owing a debt to the vast number of readers who are adamant that they help and desire first-hand insights.
The Particularly Horrifying Promise: Exercise
Possibly the most daunting pledge, a bribe has been arranged with my son to attend the gym once weekly. The reason is decades of engaging in zero structured exercise, for which my physician has issued stern warnings – on two occasions. The prognosis is that without any resistance exercise, mobility will one day resemble that of “an elderly lady”. Although exercise are loathed, the desire for living prevails, so it's the moment to woman up.
