We’ve all met them…those natural beauties. There’s just something about them that you can’t quite put your finger on. Everyone loves them, and so do you…but you kind of love to hate them as well.
How does she radiate beauty so effortlessly?
Why is everyone so drawn to her?
Is it good luck genetics and long dark hair?…or maybe it’s Maybeline? 😛
Whether she knows it our not, she probably implements a lot of these tips below. While some of them are easier said than done, they are something we ALL can work towards with gorgeous results. You’ll find a mixture of inner and outer beauty tips to help you transform yourself inside and out.
Everyone step aside, it’s your turn to be the head turner.
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#1) Posture
Everyone focuses on weight loss. New diets, hours in the gym…it’s a lot of work! What about your posture?!? Have you ever stopped to think about how dramatically you can change the way you look by how you stand?
Slumped shoulders and poor posture adds pounds and lacks confidence. Shoulders back and a head held high oozes confidence and ability. My Grandma used to remind us of this all the time (which is kind of funny looking back on it).
She used to tell us to pretend someone was holding us up by a string.
We used to roll our eyes as kids. I now can see that the way she held herself said a lot about who she was. She was a determined difference maker and you could sense that by the way she carried herself.
#2) Dress Well
It’s easy for stay at home Mom’s to get into the yoga pant rut. I’m not here to judge, I wear my fair share! 😛 . I do try to to make them the exception and not the rule though. Whether you are working full time or at home with the kids there is always room for improvement in what you’re wearing.
If you ever feel totally awkward in what you’re wearing, I’m a firm believer there is a reason behind it (you can read more about that here).
Dressing well shows the world that you respect yourself. It gives the people you come into contact with a more accurate perception of who you are. It also prepares people you interact with to expect the best from you.
You’ll start loving the way you look and feel, which is such a beautiful thing!
#3) Mums The Word
Yep, you go it…talk less. We all know how annoying it is to sit next to that guy on the plane who is constantly on transmit. It’s like he doesn’t even realize how annoying he is. I’ve always wondered how in the world he hasn’t noticed noticed that he has been talking for 25 minutes straight? Yikes, almost no social awareness.
I know this isn’t you, but it gives us an ugly example at its extreme. Even if he has the face of Brad Pitt, at the end of the flight you want to get away from him. You’re exhausted from the constant chatter.
I know how easy it is to go off on a tangent when you’re mad, or how you want to spill EVERY detail to your girlfriends. I’ve been there too many times to count. However, if we grow in self control in how much we say it is such an attractive thing.
Use discretion when you speak.
Think about when it’s appropriate to light the room up with flavorful opinion, and when it’s best to keep them to yourself.
This is a natural gift of many introverts I know. They rarely taste the flavor of rubber sole in their mouth because they think before speaking. Who looks good with their foot in the their mouth anyway? 😛 It’s not only smart, it’s attractive!
#4) Hydrated Skin
Your face is THE most important feature on your body. It shows every emotion, it houses your most important physiology, and it’s the road map to your entire being.
It’s worth taking a little extra time to take care of it.
This is super important if you live in a dry climate like I do. The cold weather brings on chapped lips, scaly skin and just looking weathered.
Hydrated skin begins with, yep…you guessed it, staying hydrated. Getting the recommended 8 glasses a day will be numero uno.
The next will be using a proven skin regimen that deliver the right ingredients in the right order, for your specific skin type.
I’ve tried a lot of them, and this one is by far the best!
It sets the stage for a radiant complexion and beautiful makeup application.
#5) A Good Night’s Sleep
I don’t care what your beauty routine looks like, if you aren’t sleeping well you don’t look good. Rest and rejuvenation may be the most important element in radiating beauty.
Your coloring looks better, your mood is better, and your days goes better when you are sleeping well. We all know it’s recommended that we get 8 hours, but most of us get 6. If you have little kids, well….you know!
Any chance you could cut out some television or social media time to catch up on some zzzzzs? Just sayin. 😉
Getting adequate rest recalibrates your system to function in a healthy way. Working out, tackling life, and just being awesome are a whole lot easier when you’re rested.
#6) Natural Makeup
A true beauty learns to love her look, and accentuate the best parts of it. This is one of the keys to a natural make up look. Natural makeup looks effortless, natural, and attractive in any light.
Not sure how to get the natural makeup look?
Think matte finishes, natural colors and minimal application. Skip the full coverage foundation and opt for a BB Cream and mineral powder. The Jane Iredale skin line is simply the best when in comes to nailing the natural makeup look. It’s the purest and most hypoallergenic form of mineral make up on the market (no fillers or talc) and wears well all day. I swear by this BB Cream, pressed mineral powder, bronzer, and blush.
To achieve more of a natural look, opt for pencils over liquid eyeliner. Less over more, and brown mascara over black are good rules to follow. Pink hued blushes, golden bronzers and natural eye shadow shades complete the look.
#7) Forgiveness
One of the most unattractive human emotions is resentment. It may seem like justifiable anger at first, but it can slowly fester into resentment if it’s not released. It will affect your personality in ways you don’t realize, and actually cause you physical discomfort!
Is forgiveness deserved? Probably not.
But this doesn’t matter. Forgiving someone is about setting YOU free. You don’t want anger and resentment spreading into your life and relationships. Your mood and demeanor will always give it away, and it ain’t pretty!
Let it go, and give some grace. We all have some short comings of our own, and may find ourselves on the receiving end from time to time.
#8) Healthy Weight Loss
A healthy and fit body radiates beauty. You don’t have to be a size 4 but trimming down unhealthy body fat is always a good idea. There are so many amazing resources for online/at home workouts if you’re short on time. Classes and gym memberships are often well worth the investment and keep you motivated to stay in shape.
You can also find some helpful portion control tips here to help you achieve a healthy weight.
A slimmer healthier you is so attainable. With a little love and good helping of self control you can do it!
#9) Cut Out Complaining
The squeaky wheel. It may get the grease, but probably not a lot of affection. It’s natural to focus on things in your life that aren’t going right. Frustrating relationships, disappointment, or difficult life circumstances to name a few.
Regardless of what you’re going through, there is someone somewhere that has it equally as bad…if not worse. A quick way to get your mind off of dire circumstances is to help someone out. It’s common to find the best version of yourself when you’re giving to others.
You know how inspiring and attractive it is when people overcome the unthinkable. Be one of them!
It’s equally unattractive when someone is constantly complaining about their life, even if it is somewhat justified. Be careful what you speak.
When you’re in the midst of a difficult times, what you say is more important than ever.
Some semantics masterminds believe you can create your very reality with the words you speak. Tame your tongue to speak graciously and vocalize optimism. You’ll speak life into yourself and your surroundings…something so beautiful that everyone wants be around.
#10 Work Out
Image Source: Trainer Academy
We all know we should find the time…but it’s hard! We only get one body, and it’s wise to take care of it. You’ll look better, feel better and become more beautiful when you take time to exercise.
There is really no excuse not to.
We can access fabulous gyms or work out at home utilizing a million streaming resources. Is it nice where you live? Go outside for a jog. Not only is it good for the body, it’s just as good for the mind and soul.
It will clear your head, release built up tension and help has a grounding effect. Fight for fitness in your life, and you’ll set yourself up for gorgeous results.
Cheers for now!
<3 Ang
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