With the way the media dictates what beauty is in this day and age, it’s easy to become overly invested with every little detail about the way you look. People can get caught in trying to "be perfect" when that is actually unattainable. Everyone defines what they see as perfect differently, so aiming for perfection is a slippery slope. From one post on social media you could be “told” that a certain lip treatment is the newest beauty trend that you need to hop on, and then in a few swipes hear something completely different. Trying all the new beauty treatments can be presented as "self-care" when it might actually be doing the opposite.
The problem is that if you are chasing that unattainable goal of perfection, then that's not helpful to your mental health. Instead, focus on what makes you feel comfortable, and what makes you feel good rather than feeling a need to do it for someone else or a sense of pressure to "keep up." If you are feeling stuck in trying to look "perfect", one strategy to try is to think about your natural beauty. If you are wanting to move away from your make-up routine or facial treatments, there are ways you can engage in self-care without perfectionism taking over. Let’s check out some ways to look beautiful naturally.
Focus on how you feel rather than how you look
There are many reasons why people want to change the way they look. Some may want to look younger, or maybe look like someone they admire. And, when this happens, you feel differently about how you look or how people around you think about the way you look. While makeup is absolutely fine to wear, there are so many “must-have” products in this day and age that it can be overwhelming where you end up choosing a product that feels heavy on your face, or might be prone to melting off due to sweat throughout the day, and ultimately not making you feel the way you want to feel.
If you are aiming to wear less make-up, think about the benefits of highlighting your natural beauty. Doing less and having fewer steps in your routine can be additional benefits! Once you begin to feel the benefit of it, and nothing goes wrong when you don’t wear makeup, those anxieties will shift and you’ll feel more confident in yourself.
Take some time to find the best hairstyle for you
There are so many natural features on a person’s body by default, you simply might not be using them as well as you could be. One of the biggest ones is your hair. It doesn’t matter how long it is, what kind of hair type you have, you’ll benefit from taking the time to find a style that frames your face and accents your best features. For example, the hair colour you currently have might not be bringing out the true beauty in your eye color.
Or, you might have a hair style that you find difficult to manage. Either way, there are so many guides and tutorials online these days that with a little bit of research, you could learn more about your type of hair and the best ways of styling it. In this instance, you might turn to The Ultimate Guide to Coily Hair to find the best ways of accentuating your natural curls. If you’re really at a loss, consider speaking to your hairdresser about some styles and styling techniques to make the most out of your beautiful hair.
Enhance your smile
Your smile is another example of features that come naturally with your body that you could be using to look more beautiful naturally. First, keeping up with good oral habits is a must, but as you know, that won’t help with missing or crooked teeth. And, if you never had braces as a child, you might be apprehensive about getting them as an adult.
But, they’re nothing to be ashamed of, and they’re now more affordable than ever. Companies like Invisalign offer BNPL packages that will allow you to pay for your braces over time. The best bit? They’re completely invisible so that even if you’re a little self conscious, they’ll still be pretty much undetectable. In just a few short months your smile could be completely transformed, and so will your self confidence.
Take better care of your skin
Another element to take into consideration is how well you treat your skin. Even if you’re lucky enough not to be prone to acne or other breakouts, not taking correct care of your skin will leave it looking dull and maybe even dry. When you’re able to, invest in high-quality skin care products that will leave your skin looking and feeling amazing.
If you are one of the unfortunate ones that suffers with skin conditions or have extra sensitive skin on your face, talk to your dermatologist about ways you can transform your skin. They might recommend certain treatments or adjustments to your diet, but it really can make a difference! They will also be able to talk with you about certain products to avoid using on your face and which ones will help improve the overall condition of it.
Sculpt what you’ve already got
Finally, we’ve talked a lot in this article about what the body already has, and this is the icing on the cake, so to speak. You’ve probably heard about lash extensions or tattooing your eyebrows on; while again there’s nothing wrong with it, it usually involves a hefty price tag and repeat appointments to keep the look up.
Instead, take the time to sculpt what you’ve already got. Pluck or wax your eyebrows to frame your face, and consider using a lash tint or an at home lash lifting kit to make the most of what’s already there. It’s much cheaper, less invasive, and can help you come to terms with the fact that you’re beautiful no matter what.