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Spring always seems to arrive right on time—the clocks change, green buds unfurl, and nature’s warmth sparks a certain inner glow. There’s a sense of renewal that charges every element of my daily routine, feeling purposeful and vibrant after winter’s rest.
Below, I’m sharing a few ways I like to refresh my beauty rituals, wardrobe, and mindset to align with the season, in partnership with our friends at Haven Well Within. I hope it inspires some fun ways to unlock your own radiance this season, making it less about a makeover and more about clearing space to be intentional with what you welcome in. To me, that’s the real glow up.
Renew Your Beauty Routine
After hiding from the sun beneath winter layers, my skin craves some extra TLC this time of year. To mark the changing seasons, I focus my self-care on getting glowing, spring-ready skin with:
1. Slough away dull skin
An all-over exfoliation with a body brush helps to stimulate lymph flow, soften skin, and remove any dull, dry patches. I like to do this before a shower or bath, starting at the ankles and making clockwise, circular motions sweeping up toward the heart. I’ll use harder pressure on rougher skin (like kneecaps and elbows) and lighter pressure on places like the stomach and chest, brushing my arms last.
2. Nourish, Hydrate, and Protect
To prep for more sun exposure, I try to be extra diligent with my body care routine. Once exfoliated, I’ll use nourishing oils and creams to fortify the skin barrier and help keep it hydrated as I’m outdoors more often—that includes using sunscreen, too! Protecting the skin from damaging rays is step one in a clear, glowing complexion, so in addition to sunscreen, I almost always wear a big sun hat if I’m going to be spending much time outdoors.
3. Give Yourself an Instant Glow
Don’t underestimate the power of a little faux glow for putting some pep in your step. I love to jumpstart the season with an easy, fool-proof tan from head to toe. I’ll use a facial tanning mist and bronzer on my face, then a mousse everywhere else.
Simply Your Spring Wardrobe
Refreshing your wardrobe with some easy, breathable new pieces is one way to instantly shift your mood and mindset. It makes such a difference for me to finally be able to reach for lighter layers and warmer colors that I feel great in—bonus that these transitional pieces weave so easily into the rest of my wardrobe. Here are a few ways I bring intention to my spring shopping so I can ensure I continue building a wardrobe I love.
Invest in versatile pieces
Look for items you can mix-and-match with your go-to closet staples as the temperatures warm. I look to neutral colors and patterns, plus natural textures, to help accomplish this. Plus, sandals (It’s finally time!)
Choose eco-friendly materials
Linen and organic cotton that can actually raise your own vibration compared to synthetics. I love sets that can be worn together or thrown on individually for less decision fatigue.
Make getting dressed fun!
Breezy dresses and flowy tops capture the carefree spirit of spring while feeling light and comfortable.
Cultivate Your Mindset
The external only resonates so far as the inner work allows. What feels most powerful to me this time of year is to consciously prioritize what fuels my joy and to prune what drains it. I approach this in a few ways:
Revisit Your Vision Board
We’re 1/3 of the way through the year—it’s the perfect time to see if your New Years goals still align, or if it’s time to refocus attention on what matters most. The lesson of spring is that we can always begin again. Reevaluate, reaffirm, pivot. (And if you’re just starting—here’s how to create a vision board, at any time of year!)
Get outside!
Whether it’s for an evening walk or my morning cup of coffee, taking it outdoors grounds me and helps me feel inspired by nature’s renewal happening all around me. Research shows that getting morning sunlight exposure resets your circadian rhythm, improves sleep quality, energy levels, and mood. It also stimulates vitamin D production, enhancing immune function and overall health.
Nourish Your Mind First Thing
I try to avoid social media when I first wake up and prioritize my morning routine instead. This makes a world of a difference as I head into the day. It puts me in the driver’s seat of my time and headspace, instead of immediately going into reactive mode.
Start a new hobby
Trying something new, whether it’s a sport, a pottery class, or something that’s always scared you (!!) is a mental challenge and powerful way to spark creativity. I’ve been making my own sourdough and learning more about how to cultivate my garden, and both have already yielded fresh recipe inspo.
Spring reminds us that there is always more waiting beneath the surface. Wherever we focus our attention—be it with simple beauty and clothing swaps, or intentional mindset shifts—we can uncover even more ways to live authentically and cultivate the beauty that surrounds us. Consider this spring your permission to bloom.
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