So, today is Day 4 for me, and officially wraps up my week that I have to be in the office. I typically don't fuss much on the weekends and tend to go natural.... maybe if my husband's lucky, I'll fix my hair :)
So, my reason for taking this challenge was to be more mindful about my actions, and also to start exploring more natural products. It wasn't about the money, as I perceived that I didn't spend that much on beauty products, but looking at my boxed up goodies, I think that may not actually be the case! Grant it, I haven't spent any money lately, but it's clear that I had a small fortune cluttering up my cupboard.
I have to admit, most of the week I kind of felt frumpy and not really "me". It didn't help that I had to wear my old glasses all week and my hair got all funky with the humidity. I did have a social event with my clients this evening and so I changed into my contacts and put on a little bit of eye-liner. I let my hair continue to be funky. When I looked in the mirrow, it just felt like I was looking at "me", and not some gawky, plain-jane, version of me. I liked the look, and I'm keeping it!
So, here is what I learned from this short challenge:
- I like a little eye definition.....but I don't need 8 containers of shadow and 6 pencils, so I picked out 2 of each to keep and use.
- I have been using a non-chemical based face lotion, but I will explore coconut oil
- I currently use self-made mineral powder and blush, and will experiment with making my own mineral eye shadows (already have the ingredients)
- Will look for natural alternatives to deodorant and shampoo/conditioner - seems like there are a lot of good replacements, so this should be easy
I realized I don't need all that other stuff like concealer, eye smoothers, shiny hair spray, and whatever else I was using (or not using and just sitting around) - so it all gets donated. I feel like I'm being true to who I am - not completely natural, but no Tammy Faye Baker either!
Thanks KulshanGirl - great challenge!!