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5 Simple Ways to Green Up Your Daily Routine

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5 Simple Ways to Green Up Your Daily Routine

Does going green feel too limiting? Maybe you think you don’t have the time or money to make eco-friendly choices in everyday life or there aren’t enough on-trend options for sustainable fashion and beauty.

It used to be true that going green meant going without, but living sustainably is easier than ever before. Here are a few sustainable living tips we’ve rounded up to show you just how simple (and stylish) sustainability can be.

Buy clothes made to last

We all know fast fashion is problematic, but what if eco-conscious brands aren’t in your budget? The most obvious answer is also the hardest: We need to shop less and only buy garments that we’ll wear again and again. When you buy less, you can afford to spend a little more on slow fashion.

Buying quality garments is a great way to green up your wardrobe at any budget level. When shopping for clothing, pay attention to material quality, check the seams, buttons, and details for good construction, and choose natural fibers over synthetics. Synthetic textiles like polyester and acrylic require toxic chemicals to manufacture and contribute to microplastic pollution.

Build a sustainable beauty routine

Women are waking up to the fact that their beauty routine may be bad for them and the planet. Disposable products, wasteful packaging, harsh chemicals, and polluting microbeads are among the harmful beauty industry practices to enter the spotlight in recent years.

Companies like Lush are leading the charge in eco-friendly beauty by adopting natural ingredients, low-waste packaging, and energy-efficient manufacturing. There are even waste-free alternatives to single-use makeup wipes. Instead of throwing away makeup wipes every day, you can use makeup removers multiple times, simply washing in between uses.

Drive less (while still going far)

Sitting in traffic is so 2019. These days, workers are ditching the commute in favor of working from home. That’s leading to a measurable reduction in the carbon footprint of the average commuter even when accounting for extra energy consumption at home. If you’re still tethered to the office, make it your goal to find flexible work this year.

If you’re not able to work from home, consider moving closer to your job to reduce your carbon footprint. There are many rental properties available in the Sacramento area, many of them centrally located. You can sort potential rental homes by price, amenities desired, size, number of bedrooms, and more to find a home that suits your needs.

Employees aren’t the only ones eager to work from home. Online education is on the rise as students realize the time and cost savings of attending college virtually. If you’ve been dreaming of starting an eco-friendly business, an online business degree could be the stepping stone you need to make it a reality. Online MBA students can graduate in 12 months without ever stepping foot on a campus.

Choose greener cleaning products

There’s another upside to working and learning from home: Remote employees avoid the harsh chemicals used to clean commercial spaces. Chemicals in cleaning products contribute to indoor air pollution, a problem so severe in some offices that it triggers symptoms like headache, fatigue, and eye and throat irritation.

Homes aren’t immune from sick building syndrome either. Breathe easy at home by choosing cleaning products with the EPA Safer Choice label, avoiding fragrances and air fresheners, and opening windows while cleaning. To keep your house smelling fresh minus the toxins, use natural alternatives like citrus, cinnamon, and herbs like rosemary and lavender.

Look for eco-friendly certifications

One of the easiest ways to make greener choices in everyday life is to look for trusted certifications on the products you buy. Certifications like Certified B Corporation, Fair Trade Certified, Environmental Working Group Verified, and Global Organic Textile Standard indicate a company meets rigorous standards for environmental and social responsibility.

Going green shouldn’t be complicated. When you’re looking for small ways to make a big impact on your carbon footprint, the tips above can help you live more sustainably.

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Tips for Feeling Your Best as a Pandemic-Era Mom

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The new year is all about fresh starts. And after a particularly rocky year, we could all use a little positive change in our lives — especially those of us with little ones! Moms have had to grapple with countless challenges throughout the pandemic, from navigating remote work to balancing childcare demands. It’s time you did a little something for yourself!

At Method Makeup Academy, we know how important it is for moms to prioritize their own health and wellbeing. Cultivating simple self-care habits will help you feel — and look — your best while stuck at home with the little ones.

Energize Your Home

It’s no secret that the pandemic has changed our relationship with our homes. The home is no longer a place we retreat to at the end of a long workday — it’s a fitness center, a restaurant, a school, and an office. For many moms, spending all of this time at home is nothing new, but without those precious outings to the coffee shop or gym, it’s easy to go a little stir-crazy.

Revamp your home to breathe new life into your living space. You’d be amazed at what a little cleaning and decluttering can do for your mental energy. Redfin even suggests cleansing bad energy from your home with the Native American technique of smudging. With a little spring cleaning, your home will feel lighter, brighter, and more positive.

Refresh Your Wardrobe

Like your home, your clothing can also impact how you feel throughout the day. If your wardrobe doesn’t make you feel energized, happy, confident, and beautiful, it’s time for an upgrade. Sort through your clothing and say goodbye to items that are worn out or ill-fitting. Replace these with some new clothes that will stand the test of time. In the long run, you can save a lot of money by avoiding fast fashion and investing in pieces made from high-quality, sustainable materials.

Remember, you should never sacrifice comfort for style. The right clothing will make you feel and look your best, whether you’re running errands with the kids or hopping on a Zoom call for work. Think leggings, T-shirts, dresses, cardigans, and soft bras without underwire.

Prioritize Sleep

Sleep is one of the most overlooked contributing factors to a happy and stress-free life. Parents, in particular, tend to sacrifice sleep to plug away at housework or log a few extra hours of work late in the evening. Instead of an afterthought, try to make sleep a priority in the new year.

As HuffPost suggests, adopting a bedtime ritual can help you maintain a regular sleep schedule and encourage you to switch off your devices and allow your mind to wind down for bed. Getting a good night’s sleep every night will ensure you have the energy you need to keep up with your busy life and cope with the stress of the ongoing pandemic.

Let Go of Guilt

Mom guilt is incredibly common and all too real. Whether you’re running a home business, working remotely, or commuting to the office daily, you are bound to experience mom guilt from time to time. Mom guilt can be paralyzing, especially when everything on your plate is already pushing the boundaries of your mental capacity.

The Balance Careers offers a quick way to dispel mom guilt when you have to leave your kids and focus on work. Create a credo or statement that reassures you that you’re making the right choice, like “I work to support my family and empower myself to be the best mom I can be.” Repeating this mantra can help you move past that feeling of guilt and get down to work!

Adapting to parenthood during the pandemic is about more than merely surviving the daily grind. It’s about thriving in your role as a mother and working professional. It’s about making time to focus on the things that matter, such as getting a good night’s sleep and treating yourself to some comfortable clothing.

Are you looking to begin your career as a professional makeup artist? If so, Method Makeup Academy can provide you with the skills necessary for success. Call us at (916) 899-7047 or email methodmakeup@gmail.com to learn more about enrollment.

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The Skinny on Magnetic Lashes

Hello my lovelies, I’ve been asked so many times by my clients if Magnetic Lashes are worth it. Well, here’s what I think! Have you worn them? What do you think? Is your opinion different than mine? Drop a comment and let me know.

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The Starlet – The Vamp – Trying my hand at Kevyn Aucoin’s “Making Faces”

Hello my lovelies! This is the easiest look I’ve done so far. But I do like the fresh faced effect. Had to do some modifying to make my RCMA foundation work, but I did it!Did you try this one yourself? Let me know how it went! Got a look you want me to replicate? Drop a comment below!

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The Flapper – Trying my hand at Kevyn Aucoin’s Making Faces

Hello my lovelies, round three of recreating looks from Kevyn Aucoin’s “Making Faces”. Replicating this one brought on a round of nostalgia for my younger, goth days! I really might start adding this back into my personal makeup repertoire! Did you try this one yourself? Let me know how it went! Got a look you want me to replicate? Drop a comment below!

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The Innocent – Trying my hand at Kevin Aucoin’s “Making Faces”

Hello my lovelies! I’ve been wanting to try this since I first discovered Kevin Aucoin’s “Making Faces” when I was a baby makeup artist in 2004. In this series of videos I’ll be replicating his GREAT LOOKS from the back of the book. Try along with me and let me know how your attempts went. Did you find your new signature look? Drop a comment and let me know! Until next time!

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July’s BoxyCharm Unboxing

Hello my lovelies! It’s that time of the month again, BOXYCHARM! This month I got good for my hair, brows and skin! If you haven’t gotten yours yet and are still waiting, mine w

Hello my lovelies!

It’s that time of the month again, BOXYCHARM!

This month I got good for my hair, brows and skin! If you haven’t gotten yours yet and are still waiting, mine weighed in at 0.7lbs.

If you HAVE gotten yours, what goodies did you get that I didn’t?

Drop a comment and let me know!

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June 2021 BoxyLuxe Unboxing

Hello my Lovelies! It’s that time of the month again! BoxyLuxe/BoxyCharm! This month it’s all about skin! I’m so happy with this box! Did you get yours? What did you get in yours? Drop a comment and tell me below.

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Dark Smoky Eye Demo

(Full Dark Lid)

Hi Everyone, here is the step by step for this look, as done in the embedded video:

  1. Base (Lite color across entire lid & up to eyebrow) * This is Step 1 for EVERY Eyeshadow Look.
  2. Apply dark color to full lid.
  3. Blend a Med/Dark color up into crease and softly onto brow bone.
  4. Apply dark color into crease and blend up into the Med/Dark brown to soft, leaving most of the dark in the deepest part of the crease.
  5. Optional Step – If needed apply Highlight to inner Tear Duct and at Arch of Eyebrow.
  6. Optional Step – Apply Highlight to the center of the eyelid right over the pupil to create a Halo Effect.

Thanks for watching!

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Ciate Editor Palette Review!

Hey everyone, another quick demo and a review! This Ciate Editor palette has been sitting in the bin for me to try out for a little bit. I figured today was as good as any day to do it! I hope you enjoy.

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