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I feel as though my life has run away, with me barely holding on to it! I moved into my new home last year, I am in my last year of getting my degree to be a teacher, and the years seem to just be going by faster and faster.
I am actually loving my 30s. I am smarter, more educated, and more assure of myself than I’ve ever felt. I also feel like I even look better than I ever have. You know, like a fine wine that gets better with time!? (I couldn’t help myself, it seems so appropriate even if it is lyrics from a song!). But now I need to pull some aspects of myself together a bit more.
I have always tried to think everything through when it comes to raising my children. The rest of my life I have kind of pushed back to the background. I am just at a point in life when a lot of things are finally lining up into place. My kids are all in school full time now, and I am so close to starting in my dream career.
So now is a great time for me to be focusing on me a bit more. I also am needing to put my best foot forward as I jump into a new career! I am so excited to finally be achieving my dream of becoming a teacher. Slowly, I’ve been trying to regain control of my life and I guess that my health is a part of this. I want to take the steps that I need to now, to keep my whole body healthy.
In what ways do you take care of yourself? What do you think is most important in keeping yourself healthy? What is most important in keeping your face healthy? What tricks or tips do you have for me or anyone else who is just starting to take care of their skin?
Thank you everyone for all your comments last week! That sweepstakes ends tonight at 5pm. But hold onto your pants…I get to give away another $100 Visa gift card (from BlogHer)!!!!
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105 comments:
What another chance to win? Great! I think drinking lots of water is very important. It really shows in your skin.
tweeted!
http://twitter.com/#!/nellybarney/status/14621891134226432
nelly dot barney at yahoo dot com
I think getting enough sleep and drinking enough water is the most important thing you can do for your skin!
nelly dot barney at yahoo dot com
I must say drinking lots of water! and getting enough rest! I do drink the water and the rest not really but trying!
I think moisturizer is very important.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
tweeted:
http://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/14675270036365312
I always use facial wash (oil of olay or clearasil)
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
I try to sleep at least 8 hours. Drink plenty of water and moisturize.
MCantu1019 at aol dot com
I exercise regularly (sweating gets the toxins out of you!) and I drink a lot of water. Very simple stuff!
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I wash my face every night. I use a good moisturizer with sunscreen. I try to get 8 hours of sleep at night. I try to drink 6-8 glasses of water every day.
I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/#!/FamBalanceSheet/status/15166337726808064
eating right, drinking right (lots of water) sleeping right, exercising right, moisturing right--just plain living right!
I clean my face every night and use witch hazel. I try to rest enough and reduce stress. It seems to work!
I think following my physical therapist's and doctor's orders is most important to keep me healthy, though its likely a matter of too little, too late after the injury which disabled me. However, it helps with keeping my face healthy in a roundabout way because I spent a decade without being out in the sun even briefly.
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I tweeted
http://twitter.com/The_Sunshyn/status/15230364029026304
I can say that in my 40's (Life has been extra good to me)...drinking lots of water, resting appropriately and MOISTURIZING my skin have been the best things I could've done for me.
Hi :) Eating a good amount of natural foods ... fruit, nuts, veggies. Exfoliating with a good scrub.
Dana
danajean at live dot com
I think eating lots of fruits, exfoliating and moisturizing will help your skin stay healthy and soft. Thanks!
mandalarctic at gmail dot com
I use a moisterizer, try to eat healthy and get enough sleep.
s2s2 at comcast dot net
http://twitter.com/susan1215/status/15437370732056576
s2s2 at comcast dot net
i cant wait to try this
christiewoolbright@hotmail.com
I try to get as much sleep as I can, work out 5 times a week, and drink water water water. When all else fails, this moisturizer seem like it will do the trick!
paigewiley16 AT gmail DOT com
Healthy diet, lots of water, exercise, no alchol, no tobacco(walk 25 feet from smokers), no caffeine, 8 1/2 hr of sleep
http://twitter.com/#!/sodahoney/status/15533330950787072
batlorry at gmail.com
I exfoliate and then make sure I wear a mosturizer with suncreen everyday!
I have started slathering moisturizer on my neck at night. I don't ever want to get "chicken neck"!
I have started slathering moisturizer on my neck at night. I don't ever want to get "chicken neck"!
I make sure to get enough sleep, and also to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
I get 8+ hours of sleep each night to stay healthy!
tweeted
http://twitter.com/MelindaJoy926/status/15601141060468736
I drink tons of water and try to rest whenever possible. I have a chronic illness and rest is key!
Sunscreen helps the most with young looking skin...next drinking water helps a lot. Stress never helps!
leahforlove at aol dot com
http://twitter.com/#!/leahforlove/status/15728816479543298
I believe that the most important thing to do to keep healthy is get enough sleep. It's amazing how much better you look and feel after a good night's rest.
marcia.goss@gmail.com
Tweet.
http://twitter.com/mgoss123/status/15818462391697410
marcia.goss@gmail.com
Definitely water, sleep and lots of moisturizer!
The best thing that I can do for myself is get enough sleep and moisturize.
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
Tweeted here too
http://twitter.com/gmissycat/status/16111415358136321
gmissycat at yahoo dot com
I am working on a better skincare routine. Working on it!
I need a better skin care routine. I also need to remember to clean all the makeup off my face thouroughly at night before bedtime.
Jeanette Huston
jeanette_huston@yahoo.com
Tweeted
http://twitter.com/josephvh1982/status/16254063985295360
Jeanette Huston
jeanette_huston@yahoo.com
my mom always told me to use eye cream, from an early age and it really has helped fend off those little devils
nannypanpan at sbcglobal.net
I think the combination of enough sleep, exercise, and eating right is most important.
gina.m.maddox AT gmail.com
http://twitter.com/#!/CrazyItalian0/status/16317221072543744
tweet
gina.m.maddox AT gmail.com
I think the most important thing I do is stay hydrated and take my makeup off at night! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
http://twitter.com/#!/DesMoinesDealin/status/16357426575974400 scg00387 at yahoo dot com
I think sleep and drinking lots of water have the biggest impact on me feeling good. I look better and therefor feel better about myself.
pinkcrocodiledesigns@hotmail.com
tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/ChelleB36/status/16373038937276416
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
I try to hydrate within by drinking enough water and from outside staying moisturized.
Great giveaway by the way!
andrea.kruse at gmail dot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/notimeMom/status/16376590195752960
andrea.kruse at gmail dot com
I think the best thing you can do for yourself (and your skin) is to get enough sleep! Every single night. No matter what. Not that I do. But it's a great idea!
http://twitter.com/#!/freebiefacts/status/16378647904526336
Thanks for the great giveaway!
I find that hydration and enough sleep (very hard for moms on the go) is the key to better looking / younger skin!
http://twitter.com/#!/BTHM1/status/16545683171450880
tweeted
The one thing that I do to keep my face healthy is to stay out of the sun. I always use at least SPF 15 in my face lotion, even in the winter.
Angie
one 4 earth at aol dot com
I tweeted here:
http://twitter.com/#!/FotoMacro/status/16546075494064129
Angie
one 4 earth at aol dot com
Living a chemical free, vegetarian, eco-friendly lifestyle is the #1 thing that I do for whole body health, including my skin!
Scott
nynekats at aol dot com
my tweet http://twitter.com/#!/RePurrPussed/status/16548343165489152
Scott
nynekats at aol dot com
I've been told that wearing your makeup to bed is the worst thing you can do for your skin. The information I was given is that wearing makeup to bed ages you seven times faster.
My tip would be to remove your makeup before bed.
Regular exercise, adequate sleep, lots of water and healthy food are the best things you can do for your skin. If I'm not getting all of these, the first place it shows is the skin on my face.
dogsrock at insightbb dot com
My philosophy has been to use the best moisturizer that I can afford, but other than that, I try my best to age naturally and with grace.
I have eczema (blech!), and I'm always searching for high-quality skincare products for my ultra-dry skin. I've learned I have to take the time to moisturize daily, and sometimes several times daily when the furnace is running full-blast.
I guess the most important lesson I work on each day is balance and moderation. I try to get away from the all-or-nothing thinking that inevitably stresses me to pieces.
Thanks for a great giveaway!
Tweeted you!
http://twitter.com/Ida_Sessions/status/16678285924634625
i wash my face and moisturize morning and night
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
i tweeted about this giveaway
http://twitter.com/bellows22/statuses/16710876144865280
debbiebellows[at]gmail[dot]com
Green tea is my thing. When I drink at least 5 cups of it a day I feel 1000% better than when I don't. I know I don't drink enough water and should drink more, as well. I love the sun, have psoriasis and it helps my skin, so for me, the more sun the merrier, and at 51 I look pretty darn good, if I say so myself, so it apparently hasn't done me wrong! :-) I also use the latest & "greatest" of anti-aging serums, lotions, and potions, and am always on the lookout for the next fabulous thing- which I then buy on eBay to save $$$! :-)
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/elkhorninn/status/16727603050184705
@elkhorninn
elisse @ frontiernet.net
the number one tip I have for someone who is just starting to take care of their skin is WEAR SUNSCREEN! I can't stress the importance of this. I also believe the best way to take care of yourself and your beauty is to exercise and eat right-simple as that right? :)
hmhenderson AT yahoo dOT com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/HendyMartin/status/16766350231871489
hmhenderson aT yahoo DOT com
The best tips are the ones I haven't done. In spite of all the things I've done wrong my skin isn't too bad. I drink lots of water and try to eat a healthy diet but that's about as far as I go.
Tweet - http://twitter.com/#!/willitara/status/16788610011373568
Taking care of yourself from the inside (nutrition/suppliments/water) are equally important in keeping your skin healthy and young looking. Don't pass on the laughter either, a good laugh will wipe the drama of the day quickly away :)
Take off your makeup at night before going to bed and moisturize. I'm also a big sunscreen user. Another tip, wash with warm, rinse with cold when washing your face.
shel704 at aol dot com
Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/auntiethesis/status/16902223501983744
shel704 at aol dot com
The best thing you can do for your health is drink a lot of water & smile a lot :)
gevin13{at}gmail{dot}com
tweet
http://twitter.com/pixie13sweeps/status/16911074754301953
gevin13{at}gmail{dot}com
I take care of my skin by using a good moisturizer and drinking plenty of water every day.
Get plenty of rest, Eating the right foods make a major difference in taking care of myself and my family.
Adequate sleep (8 hours at least) and water intake are the most important factors.
pauleyd68 (at) yahoo (dot) com
http://twitter.com/lpauld68/status/16938669604605952
pauleyd68 (at) yahoo (dot) com
Now that I'm in my 40's I appreciate moisturizer, a good night's sleep, proper nutrition, and staying out of the sun. I don't mind aging, I just don't want to look the part.
Thanks for the giveaway!
eswright18 at gmail dot com
This time of the year it so important to drink more water because i could feel my skin drying out from the cold and the heat in the house.
purple_lover_04 at msn dot com
tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/eswright18/status/16944120488529920
eswright18 at gmail dot com
i tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/purplelover04/status/16944203493806080
purple_lover_04 at msn dot com
Stay hydrated is the most important to my skin and health.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
http://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/16950692765761536
Even if I can't do everything, I try to get enough sleep. It really helps.
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http://twitter.com/#!/kytah00/status/16965730389991425
I try to eat healthy, get lots of exercise, and of course lots of rest.
dgoodridge84@yahoo.com
I think getting "me" time is important and sleeping, eating well and excercising help, too.
huntandride@hotmail.com
tweeted. http://twitter.com/jen_r_horn/status/16967344412688385
huntandride@hotmail.com
Just having a cup of coffee with hubby before the kids wake up is a joy. Just that one little quiet moment before their day starts.
Thanks for the great tips! Really love the giveaways!!!
I go swimming 3 times a week and drink water and do things that make me happy. Thanks for the contest.
Keep moisturizer on your skin.
bepoia(at)hotmail(dot)com
I take care of myself by managing my stress - nothing shows more in your skin or your general health
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
tweet! http://twitter.com/LAMusing/status/17103082152263680
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
The most important things for your skin are plenty of water, sun protection and moisturizer
bingomamanorma(at)gmail(dot)com
I can relate with you. I am finishing my credential as well with 2 young children and it is not easy. I make sure I drink a lot of water and take it with me to school, I take a fish oil supplement and wash and mositurize every day! Good luck!
I love Olay. Our family has been using it for years.
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