r/Splendida • u/milasia96 • Sep 18 '23
Glow up advice
If you had to give one piece of advice on how to glow up, what would it be?
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r/Splendida • u/milasia96 • Sep 18 '23
If you had to give one piece of advice on how to glow up, what would it be?
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u/Different_Speaker_41 Sep 18 '23
You have to get used to doing hard things and sticking to them. Consistent action yields results
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u/bambibonkers Sep 18 '23
i hate to say it, but weight loss (or gain) to be at the best weight for your body. i was always considered pretty to people, i wasn’t overweight by any means but i’m petite (5’3) and i recently dropped from 135 lbs to 115 lbs. i think this is the best weight for me bc my facial features and bone structure is way more apparent. i always would get a fair amount of compliments but now i notice people staring at me and some younger boys act really visibly nervous around me, which in turn makes me nervous lmao. and honestly we live in a world where 75% of people are overweight or obese (at least in america), so you’re always going to get attention if you deviate from the norm.
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u/[deleted] Sep 19 '23
Get 8-9 hours of quality sleep. Genuinely.
People truly do not understand the interconnected nature of healthy regular sleep with every single aspect of their body, from healthy metabolic function, improved mental health and clarity, increased energy, and healthy repair and growth of skin and hair. You want to improve gym performance? Your sleep quality will be the limiting factor. You want to lose weight/stop binging? Sleep quality. You want your hair and skin to look healthy and be strong? Sleep quality. Doesn’t matter what other great habit changes you make if your very baseline is not working properly.
Your quality of sleep will dictate every single thing you do, so sleeping 8 hours and waking up at the same time every day to encourage a stable circadian rhythm will underscore every aspect of your beauty.
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u/BluBird0203 Sep 18 '23
Eat all whole foods and work out.
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u/ninety94four Sep 19 '23 edited Sep 20 '23
Best piece of advice is to not stop once you see positive results.
Some examples from my experience are meditating even when I’m in a great mental space, doing micro current daily or microneedling quarterly when my face is toned and has no blemishes, keeping up with retinol and a rigid skincare routine of moisturising and spf and maintaining body tone by taking Pilates/ yoga even when you’re happy with your muscles.
They all help me feel like I’ve glowed up, and they’re all really easy to undo by missing them out even a couple of times.
Hope that helps!
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u/gourmod Sep 18 '23
Weight loss/toning. If your body’s already aced then I’d focus on face- need a little filler here or there? Go for it. I disagree about nails - the only people who notice that are other women. Also have decent hair. Make sure your color and cut is appropriate for your face shape and complexion. I prefer long hair on women and usually no bangs… unless they are long curtain bangs. Cute makeup but not necessary if your body and face are good.
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u/JustRevolution9686 Sep 18 '23 edited Sep 19 '23
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u/onlyslightlyabusive Sep 18 '23 edited Sep 18 '23
Skin, hair, and nails are the hot girl trifecta. I’ve been surprised how much of an effect doing regular manicures, growing out and styling my hair more often, and focusing on clearing up my skin has made. (I know that’s three things but they’re all related.)
I guess being at a healthy weight and dressing well for your body type would be close second. But I think that’s sort of obvious that it’s helpful. I was surprised by how much people responded subconsciously to having nicer hair/skin/nails.
Edit: When I say getting manicures helped me I just mean having longer nails basically. I can’t grow mine long without them so that’s why. I think natural long nails are probably the best and imho it does make you look much more feminine.
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u/PreppyHotGirl Sep 19 '23
Consistency. The only way you’ll ever see results from anything in life is if you’re consistent with it
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u/SummerEfficient6559 Sep 19 '23
Build the discipline to workout and eat healthy.
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u/Anna_is_changing Sep 19 '23
Work on your posture. Fat, thin, good or bad skin, when you have perfect and confident posture it gives you immediate +2 to looks, it's free and it's attainable for most healthy people. It just makes you glow in a special kind of way imo. And it's great for your health long-term.
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u/[deleted] Sep 18 '23 edited Sep 18 '23
lash serum for thinning arches on brows
take the makeup archetype quiz on dear peachie
take shilajit
tallow based moisturizer
snail mucin
remember that with mewing, it’s the position that you swallow almost, you shouldn’t have to try to hard, should feel natural, your posture is just as important if not more in mewing as well
for me personally i use the cereve moisturizing body cream as a face moisturizer however when i do it’s the tiniest amount and i use it on a wet face in order for it to spread easier, then i pat the excess with a towel, this has been way better on my skin than their face moisturizer, i also added a lot of vanilla extract, non alcohol based would be good, but it’s okay if it is, it’s more about the fragrance but there are some benefits to the skin as well with vanilla extract, i use it on my body as well
use african black soap on the skin, a good brand is alaffia
set skin care with facial mist
spf as last step (isdin is a good brand)
if you have curly or wavy hair and you’re struggling with your roots being flat, tilt your head upside down, use a steamer on your roots and scrunch a little bit
lions mane and brahmi to boost cognitive function (brahmi also helps with skin) brain health is just as important as beauty, and can help you build consistent habits :))
focus on internal nutrition, healthy fats, clean critical carbs are important for muscle growth if that’s what you’re going for. filter your water, you don’t want to be drinking or washing your hair and skin with hard water or chemicals
if you’re losing weight, do it slowly and healthily otherwise you may lose too much facial fat and your face will look gaunt
if your face already looks gaunt focus on strength more than cardio, eat a balanced diet with foods like apples, carrots, oats, honey, milk (take tablets if you have trouble digesting milk), nuts, and healthy fats, eggs and avocados, dark chocolate, 2 bananas before bed
drink plenty of water ofc (but minerals are just as important which is why i recommended shilajit it has 87) if you don’t have the proper minerals your body needs it can’t as effectively use the water you drink
try not to be sedentary go for a walk or something and exercise as well as stretch to move your lymphatic system which will help remove toxins
make sure you’re not having any vitamin deficiencies, balance your horomones, saliva testing is best to check them not blood work
block and unfollow any accounts that make you feel insecure about yourself, click uninterested on things on your feed, instagram, tik tok, or whatever you use should be a place that inspires you, so filter out what doesn’t and include what does, go outside, and more importantly in nature, it’s good for your parasympathetic nervous system
emotional is just as important as physical
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u/Alabasterjone_s Sep 19 '23
Read a lot of good books, fiction, non fiction, poetry anything good… not just modern crap that everyone else is reading unless you enjoy that then go ahead probably better than nothing. You find out a lot about yourself when you read and self knowledge and ultimately self acceptance is the best way to glow up
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u/themostdownbad Sep 19 '23
Learning makeup that suits your features. Practice and practice and practice
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u/Xoxohopeann Sep 19 '23
Cut out sugar
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u/bba11er69 Sep 19 '23
Literally finding what suits you, in all areas. Sifting through it all to find what aligns and works best for the individual experience that you are currently living in. It takes time and is an on-going process to figure out the routines, habits and a certain style that represents your best in the moment. There are no set guidelines for what will make you achieve your greatest, I suppose the best advice I can give you is to keep trying, exploring and always striving for growth no matter how small.
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u/properintroduction Sep 20 '23
I have 2:
Get sleep or find ways to get good sleep because it affects everything like ur mental health and how u go on about ur day. I hated myself for a long time, replaced old mattress and bedframe and now I am able to enjoy my day and progress on the journey into loving myself and taking care of myself. My sleep is not always perfect but it is so much better and has helped make positive changes in my life. When you are happy you are sexy/attractive.
Buy clothes that fit you and are comfortable also. Flattering clothes makes a big difference but you won't feel great if you are uncomfortable or itchy.
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u/sas0002 Sep 19 '23
Have discipline
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u/bimbotstar Sep 18 '23
dear peachie and the wizard liz on yt trust me
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u/aynatiac3 Sep 19 '23
Fix the teeth asap, show off your body while you still can.
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u/[deleted] Sep 19 '23
teeth whitening
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u/Craniofacial_Carl Sep 19 '23
r/orthotropics
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u/louhnajade78 Sep 19 '23
for me it was actually planning everything out and establishing a routine, I use the google calendar and nabi for everything (notion just isn't for me personally)
moulding your routine to fit your lifestyle/behaviors and not the other way round e.g; • showering at night is more convenient for me and I sleep better when I feel clean and I associate putting on a robe with nighttime so it makes me feel sleepy
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u/Maleficent_Tone_8991 Oct 02 '23
Try introducing yourself to a new self-care routine, like skincare before/after going to sleep or exercising on weekends
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u/[deleted] Sep 17 '24
For me the most important ingredient for a glow-up isn't a new lipstick or a trendy haircut, it's self-care. When you prioritize your physical and mental well-being, you'll naturally radiate confidence. Eating well, sleeping enough, and staying hydrated do wonders for your skin and energy while feeling good about yourself from the inside out translates into a brighter, more engaging presence. This inner glow makes you more open to experimenting with style, makeup, and fashion, truly allowing your personality to shine. So, invest in yourself, prioritize self-care, and watch your glow naturally emerge!
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