The start of a new year typically brings about a wave of resolutions, such as regularly hitting the gym, keeping—and sticking to—a journal, and just basically prioritizing self-care. But let's be real: We don't really need a new year to improve ourselves, but there's something about a fresh start that makes us motivated to make a change.
For beauty girlies, this is also another chance to get your regimens right. From pledging to clean your makeup brushes regularly to making sure to double cleanse at night, these are the little things that your future self will definitely thank you for doing. Below, we list down 10 easy beauty resolutions you can make at any time of the year—and that you can actually keep:
10 Easy Beauty Resolutions You Can Make Any Time of the Year
Apply sunscreen in the mornings.
Here's the hard truth: Your extensive skincare routine means nothing if you don't protect your complexion with sunscreen in the morning. The ultraviolet rays from the sun can lead to premature aging, worsening of dark spots, or worse, skin cancer. If you don't like the heavy feeling of traditional SPF, there are many lightweight options in the market rn. (We also have options below P600!)
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++, P599, Shopee and Lazada
Make sure to double cleanse at night.
Aside from making sure you apply sunscreen every morning, another thing you have to do daily is to double cleanse at night. This rule doesn't just apply if you wear makeup—you also need to do this even if you don't. Aside from your sunscreen, all the gunk and dirt that gets stuck on your face throughout the day needs to be broken down first for your facial wash to do its job effectively.
Issy Cleansing Butter, P549, Shopee and Lazada
Avoid rejuvenating skincare sets.
Rejuvenating skincare sets are very popular in the country. They promise to help with anti-aging, fighting breakouts, and brightening your skin. However, they're usually made with harsh ingredients that can actually do the opposite, especially if you have sensitive skin. If you want to achieve your skincare goals this year, we recommend using products that target specific skin concerns instead.
Steer clear of picking pimples.
There's nothing worse than waking up to a fresh pimple that popped up on your face overnight, especially if you have an important event that day. We know the urge to pick at it to make it go away immediately is so, so strong, but we're here to remind you that doing so will only make it worse. To cover it up, we suggest slapping on a pimple patch so you can forget about it and just go on with your day. (P.S. There are also zit stickers with cute designs if you really wanna own your breakouts!)
COSRX Acne Pimple Patch, P180, Shopee and Lazada
Spritz on a heat protectant before using hot hair tools.
Every beauty girl just knows in their heart of hearts that using their beloved hot hair tools slowly but surely causes damage to their mane. (Ignorance is not bliss, after all!) If you still wanna keep styling your hair while not damaging it in the long run, make sure to spritz on a heat protectant all over your tresses beforehand.
Davines More Inside | This Is A Blowdry Primer, P1,500, Davines
Get a trim every three to four weeks.
Yup, we don't mean haircuts...y'know, the bold ones you do when you wanna change up your hairstyle for the New Year or maybe after going through a rough breakup. Getting a regular trim (a.k.a. one to two inches off your tresses) is the key to getting rid of split ends, damaged strands, and breakage. It will also refresh your mane and keep it nice and healthy.
Clean your makeup brushes regularly.
Cleaning your makeup brushes is one of those things you know you have to do, but just can't bring yourself to do so, especially if you have a lot of them. However, all the makeup and dirt that gets accumulated there will only lead to breakouts in the future—eep!
We know it can be taxing to do, but there's really no other way around it. Once a week (or once every two weeks if you're busy AF), grab all your brushes and sponges, open up a long YouTube video or your favorite movie, and get to cleaning. Make sure that they're completely dry before using them.
Declutter your stash.
One of the beauty trends from 2024 that we loved was underconsumption core. ICYDK, it's a practice that focuses on minimalism and frugality. In the beauty space, this means sticking to the products that you know work for your skin, using up things completely before buying new ones, and not giving in to FOMO when it comes to new releases.
If you have a big collection, take this opportunity to make a list of everything you have. Toss out expired products, donate or gift unused ones, and then take note of all your HGs—this will act as your shopping guide the next time you go out to buy products.
Switch pillowcases often.
Your face comes into direct contact with your pillow every night, so just imagine all the germs that get transferred to your skin and vice versa if you don't change your pillowcases regularly. Make sure to also give your pillows and mattress a deep clean every month.
Drink more water.
We're ending the list with an oldie but a goodie: Drink! More! Water! We know this is so gasgas at this point, but applying moisturizer isn't the only way to keep your skin hydrated. If you have a hard time swigging H2O, we suggest getting a cute water tumbler to keep yourself motivated to hydrate.
Sunnies Flask 25oz Blush Bundle, P1,630, Shopee and Lazada
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