Beauty Tuesday: 5 Tips to Feel Beautiful

I was pondering this whilst taking a shower the other day...what makes me feel most beautiful? What are my top beauty tips that I use regularly to make me feel my best? And here's what I came up with. 


1. Exercise
Yeah, this is going to sound like a bit of a cliché but beauty really does come from the inside out. When I'm consistently working out I feel healthier, stronger, fitter and more beautiful. I've never been that into exercise but recently I've been on a bit of a fitness kick. And I can honestly say that there are far more benefits to it than I realised! Exercise improves your mood, circulation and health so it's really just an added bonus that your clothes fit better & you lose a few lbs! 


2. Healthy Eating 
This is a huge part of how to feel more beautiful...the foods you eat really do play a part in how you look & feel. When I eat better I notice my skin is clearer & brighter and I have more energy during the day! Certain fruits & veggies are full to the brim with antioxidants, vitamins & minerals which make your skin glow...I'm no nutritionist but it's not rocket science which foods you should & shouldn't be eating. I have the worst sweet tooth though, so I also think balance is really key! Drinking enough water is something I think goes hand in hand with good nutrition - I aim for 2 litres a day and again, the benefits of this are huge! Your skin will thank you, you will feel less tired and it also helps keep you regular ;) 


3. Fake Tan
I live in England where unfortunately there isn't a whole lot of sun but I always feel my best when my skin has a bit of colour! I do tan easily in the summer anyway but to keep my skin topped up year long, I use Dove Summer Body which is a gradual self-tanner. I use it twice a week and apply it all over my body after my shower & before bed. That way the next morning I wake up with a bit of a glow. I know it sounds silly but having a tan makes me feel slimmer, more toned & beautiful!


4. Sparkly Smile
Having a whiter smile definitely adds to feeling more beautiful! Since having my teeth professionally whitened before my wedding in 2011, I have tried to keep it up by using whitening toothpastes that actually work (Oral B 3D White and Colgate White Max White are the ones that I'd recommend). A great tip I learned from YouTube is not to rinse your mouth with water after brushing - so just spit out the remaining toothpaste after you're finished and don't swish water in your mouth, that way it whitens more effectively! I don't know why but this really does work and having a sparkly smile makes me feel more confident :) 


5. Mani/Pedi
There's nothing like a good old mani/pedi to keep me feeling pampered and pretty, so why not do what makes you feel good? I've recently started getting gel nails and cannot recommend them enough - especially if you're a mum! The colour lasts about 2 weeks on your hands and 6-8 for your toes which means no chipping, no waiting anxiously for your nails to dry. And the result is beautifully polished hands & feet you can be proud of. I look forward to picking my new nail colour every two weeks and love how long it lasts. It's also helped my nails grow considerably longer & stronger (though good nutrition will help with this too ;)

And that's it! Those are my top 5 tips on how to feel your most beautiful, inside & out! 

47 comments

  1. Nice post! You're totally right about exercising and painting your nails, these are also two of my favourite things to feel good about myself :)

    Julia xx
    | http://www.juliaspeaksbeauty.blogspot.co.uk |

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  2. I agree with all of these 100% - I feel really put together and like I have made an effort when my nails look nice and recently I've been using the Garnier gradual self-tanner which makes me feel so much more confident.

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  3. I completely agree! Exercising is great for your mood and overall health. I also like having manicures regularly as well, don't know exactly why but it makes me feel better instantly! Loved your video on being perfect!
    Alina
    www.eclecticalu.blogspot.com

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  4. Those are all great! I am definitely going to try the self tanner! Thanks :)

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  5. loved this post! so happy you are back! :) <3 please visit my blog <3 <3 <3 https://enjoybypaula.wordpress.com

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  6. I didn't know the tip about not rinsing your mouth thoroughly after brushing your teeth but it makes sense ! Gotta try this, thank you :)

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  7. Love these tips! I absolutely agree with all of them....especially the fake tan! :)

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  8. This was so inspirational Anna! I have lost weight over the last few Months but since my Mum's 40th and me being Sick with a throat infection, I've not wanted to get back into Clean Eating! This was the push I needed! X.

    Amylaurenxo.blogspot.co.uk

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  9. can you do a video on your self-tan routine (or have you done so already?) on your exfoliation technique, etc? your fave tanners and how it fades? xoxoxo

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  10. Those are good tips and ones that I use to make myself feel better about myself. I just need to remember to make to make some me time to do these things! xx

    penzees.blogspot.com

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  11. Love this post, and all so true. I enjoy sport as a hobby, but I do also really feel the health benefits afterwards. Thanks for the great tips!!
    Niamh xx

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  12. Great tips! Kisses

    http://culore.blogspot.ro/

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  13. great tips :) nothing better than a fake tan and a manicure :)

    Lx
    http://workingmumy.blogspot.com

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  14. I legit had a dream last night I was hanging out with your family, I need to take a break from the vlogs haha! Was a sad wake up knowing I'll never meet you guys!

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  15. eee.... You are so pretty. :) I hve a question. the coffee yu drink like all the time It doesn't make you fat?? or it's sugar free??

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  16. loved this blog post anna, definitely be following some of your ideas xx <3

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  17. This really helped me! Thankyou anna xxx 😘💜

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  18. Lovely tips, thank you for sharing yoir idea.

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  19. Good tips! I always feel good with a new mani/pedi & fitness and healthy eating is huge!!

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  20. Haha Anna, I agree with all 5 but I especially love the last one...when I first saw the mani/pedi pic, my first thought was your engagement ring - which is really beautiful by the way! but man those rocks sure make me feel more beautiful too ;))

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  21. Love this blog post, Anna! It's so positive and we all need to understand how to love ourselves. I often think that some people care so much for others that they forget to care for themselves too <3 xx

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  22. Thank you for tips Anna :) If we behave good to ourselves ,we looks better in any case.

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  23. Absolutely loved this post, so positive and really made me think about what things make me feel beautiful!
    You are so inspiring <3

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  24. So Inspiring! As a mom it's good to remember to take min to make yourself feel good :)

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  25. Those are fantastic tips, I try to do all of those as well. I also like to use my derma roller every other night, it really helps to keep my skin looking fresh and glowing.

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  26. I'm surprised you didn't mention make up! :) Love this list, and I really admire how committed you are to fitness now, great work!

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  27. Could you do a video about how you fake tan? Like how you apply it, do you apply it to your face as well? I know that sounds like a weird request but I'm always so nervous to fake tan, I'm afraid of looking all blotchy and orange (eeek!) Great tips ^_^

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  28. Agree with all points! Working out and healthy eating always makes me feel really good about myself and gives me confidence. Fake tan is also great, I like how it can make you look more 'alive' :)

    xx
    ALINA ERMILOVA | BLOG

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  29. I totally agree with all of these. Thanks for sharing, it made me think what makes me feel beautiful and that is my hair. It's a gold-ginger (auburn) and when it's been styled nicely it makes me feel beautiful! :-)
    P.S. I hope that doesn't sound silly!

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  30. Thx for this post! Your tips sound easy but they make the difference! :)

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  31. love your blog posts anna, they always make me smile, and your tips are not difficult to do which means we can all try them!
    ~basicallychloe xx
    Don't forget to smile! :) ~ x
    www.basicallychloeblog.blogspot.com ♡

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  32. Love this post :) they're simple pieces of advice, which I typically already try to stick to but it was just the boost there when I needed it. Thank you for your words of wisdom!

    LucyAnn Xoxo

    lucyannblog.blogspot.co.uk

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  33. Love this post <3 I definitely need to do all of these things more often because I don't think I've felt beautiful once since my wedding day.

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  34. I always feel good with freshly painted nails and a bold lipstick - and a good yoga session makes me feel fully worked out!

    Lauren x
    Britton Loves | Lifestyle Food Beauty

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  35. Love this post, it's so positive! Such simple things that really do make the difference.

    http://heart-autumn.blogspot.co.uk/

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  36. Great post. You are naturally beautiful anyway! x

    www.wonkylauren.com

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  37. My dentist just informed me that those whitening toothpastes are actually harsh on your gums and wear them down. He told me not to purchase anymore and to stick with normal toothpaste. Just an fyi :)

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  38. I totally agree that it's the little things in life that make you happy. Just sitting in my living room painting my nails makes me feel put together and fresh. I also love waking up really early and easing into my morning with some coffee and music. That way, I'm not in a rush and left feeling behind all day long. (:

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  39. I couldn't agree more about exercise making you feel better inside and out I always feel so much more energised and just feel better in myself after going to the gym!

    ~frecklesoncheeks.blogspot.co.uk~

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  40. These are all awesome, and I couldn't agree with you more!!! You are beautiful and such an excellent example :)

    Rachel
    Simply Rachel Nicole

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  41. I liked this post Anna and I agree with them all! Since my boyfriend and I moved to our new place I've been a lot more active walking our dog around the neighborhood. I used to not exercise often and I can tell this really lifts my mood. I also love having my green tea every morning and my day isn't the same without it. And a fresh mani & pedi always helps too!

    ~Richelle,
    Richelleloveslife.com

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  42. Love this! And completely agree about exercise! Makes me feel energised for the day! www.curiouslyailsa.blogspot.co.uk

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  43. Nice practical tips to feel beautiful! Mine are:
    1. Have something you are passionate about (I feel beautiful doing the things that I lose myself in)
    2. Laugh as often as possible (happy people are beautiful)
    3. Eat healthy (healthy food gives us more energy to pursue our passions)
    4. Move your body (exercising, dancing, hiking, or whatever!)
    5. Love the parts we can't change (we aren't all model types so it's best to love what makes us unique).


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  44. Hi Anna, I am an avid reader and watcher, I love your videos :). I just wanted to comment on one of the points you raised above. Not rinsing your mouth after brushing is risky. The chemicals in toothpaste, particularly fluoride, will substantially build up in your body if you don't rinse after brushing. Having an unnecessary accumilation of these chemicals can have an adverse effect on your health.

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  45. Thank you for posting this☺☺☺☺

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  46. Hi Anna, my name is Georgia, i am 13 and live in Australia, this blog post has helped me tremendously, in this day in age body image and body shape has so many expectations and are hard to keep up with, i know I'm only 13 and still have a lot of growing up to do but still, its so hard to feel good about your self and your body image, especially when you have anxiety and depression, ever since i have started watching and reading your blogs, vlogs and main channel videos you have inspired me to step out of my comfort zone and show my body off, i absolutely hate my body image but thanks to you, you have helped my show off some flaws like my stretch marks [caused by hormones] and i have been complemented by people i don't even know, i can't thank you enough for what you have done for me and helped me change the way i see my self, i really hope you realise how much you help people and i hope you recognise me, i love you so much thank you xxxx

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