It’s been days since President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ inauguration and I still haven’t stopped thinking about former First Lady Michelle Obama’s look. She slayed from head to toe, from the monochromatic plum suit to the silk press. “Laid” was even trending on Twitter at one point. Because she was wearing a mask, we got to see her gorgeous eyes pop with major lashes. And now we know how her makeup artist achieved the look. Obama was wearing Glossier mascara and with a set of false lashes and you can buy them both to get the glam look at home.

According to the former First Lady’s longtime makeup artist Carl Ray, Obama’s full lashes are thanks to Glossier Lash Slick Mascara ($16 at Glossier). The formula features fibers that coat the lashes and lengthen them without clumps. It’s a super wearable mascara for everyday makeup looks—especially during this low-key, at-home time.

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Although Lash Slick is a great mascara, it might actually be too natural-looking for a major event. That’s why Ray also applied a set of Lilly Lashes. We don’t know the exact pair but there are a bunch of options available at Sephora.

In an interview with Elle, Ray shared some other products he used that made his client’s eyes the focal point of the glam look. He used the Viseart 01 Eyeshadow Palette’s ($80 at Sephora) neutral matte shades on her lids and Pat McGrath Labs’ EyeDolls Eyeshadow in Divine Mink ($12.50 at Pat McGrath) to the center of her lids. To finish, he used two different black eyeliners. First, the Pat McGrath Labs Permagel Eyeliner in Xtreme Black ($28 at Sephora) with Fenty Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner ($22 at Sephora) on top.

The result? A look that can’t be topped.

Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Grey Glitter Workout Outfit on Instagram

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As we all know when in Beverly Hills it’s essential to always incorporate a little sparkle into your outfit, even when working out — or just posing in a workout outfit for the ‘Gram like Crystal Kung Minkoff did in this grey glitter outfit on Instagram. Which you’ll be happy to learn we found still in stock right now in every size and available to shop at your ath-leisure. 

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There’s nothing better than a celebrity with great skin who actually tells you why they have great skin. Because the blurred Instagram faces you see are more FaceTune than skincare. But when it comes to a celebrity like Chrissy Teigen, you get the real deal along with skincare advice that might actually work for you. In fact, Thursday night, Teigen revealed she’s “obsessed” with a Versed mask. She even showed her face in the bath with the clarifying face mask on her skin. And the best part? It’s totally affordable.

In the recent past, Teigen has shown her love for face oils, both the Le Prunier Plum Beauty Oil and Mara Algae + Moringa Universal Face Oil ($72 at Credo Beauty). The former keeps her face hydrated and bouncy with antioxidants and superfood plant oils. But when she wants to draw out impurities from pores and keep away pesky breakouts, she uses the Versed Find Clarity Purifying Face Mask.

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“Hello, Versed. I’m obsessed with this,” Teigen said on her Instagram stories. “The packaging. The mask. The fact it’s made in Thailand and also distributed in West Hollywood, like, that’s basically me. Let’s work together.” The acne-clearing mask is made with two types of clay and two types of charcoal to unclog pores but not leave your skin feeling dry and tight. It doesn’t dry down completely so you’ll feel clean but still hydrated.

That’s not all Teigen shared from the bathtub. She also revealed she’s using her BFF and hairstylist Jen Atkin’s Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub ($38 at Ulta) which I also use so I guess we’re supposed to be BFF, too. (A girl can dream?) “Loving this right now, it’s sticky all over my body,” she said. “Let’s work together. Let’s be best friends.” We think the last two happen pretty regularly.

Leah McSweeney’s Black Puffer Coat on Instagram

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Housewives on ice! According to Instagram Leah McSweeney, Sonja Morgan and Luann de Lesseps did a little ice skating the other night (which we’re really hoping for our sake was captured on camera ) with Leah sporting this super cute and warm-looking black puffer coat. Which you’ll be happy to learn we found still up for grabs and ready to glide on straight into your closet.

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I was listening to a podcast where the participants discussed lifestyle medicine in the 3rd age, and how what we do in our daily routine can either inhibit or enrich our life and health. This had a profound effect on me.

A particular phrase stood out: ‘body before business’. According to physiotherapist Michelle Lyons, we should attend to our body and mind first thing in the morning.

But how do we do that?

Some Typical Types of Morning Rituals

In our current day and age, most people keep one of the following morning rituals:

#1 Checking a mobile/iPad/computer first thing on waking. A study from IDC Research revealed that 80% of smartphone users check their mobile devices within 15 minutes of waking each morning.

#2 Turning the television or radio on first thing in the morning.

#3 Rushing around in the morning and buying a croissant and coffee on the way to work.

While we are used to our particular morning rituals, there are plenty of other ways to set ourselves up for a brilliant day ahead. Take for example the Mindful Morning Rituals, which are so much healthier than what I described above!

Let’s Begin with Morning Mindfulness Meditations

Because of the current fast pace of many people’s lives, our days may include more stress and pressure. People assume this kind of stress is simply an unavoidable part of life, but meditation can help enable us to manage our home and work lives in a more skillful manner.

A regular morning meditation practice helps create and cultivate peace of mind and happier relationships. As a result, we may become kinder and less judgmental of ourselves and others.

True peace of mind is always there, but we must let go of everything that obscures such calm and clarity – our confusion, our ruminating, our expectations, our inner chatter.

When we achieve calmness and peace of mind with morning meditation, our perspective changes and we may feel more positive about ourselves and the day ahead.

What Does a Morning Mindfulness Ritual Look Like?

As previously discussed, the practice of mindfulness meditation is one form of a morning ritual. However, there are many sorts of mindfulness practices to choose from. It is important to pick something you are happy doing consistently.

These can be anything you like. You can establish them as timeout sessions where the focus is on you and your body, with no distractions. Here are some examples:

• Exercise is a type of mindfulness. A long walk in nature has double effect, as nature provides those beautiful feel good hormonal releases in your body.
• Make your favourite healthy meal and enjoy the flavours and textures, while taking your time to eat it. To support mindfulness, put the meal on a beautiful plate and decorate the table.
• Put your bare feet on the ground and feel the sensations beneath you.
• Take deep breaths in and out to connect with your body and mind.

How to Start a Morning Mindfulness Ritual

Choose some routines that feel good for you, or you could try my challenge below.

You need to commit to the process and allow yourself the time and space to practice your ritual. Remember, this is your special time.

You might start with a minimal time frame that best fits your lifestyle and increase it if you find it insufficient. First thing in the morning is best. However, you can also do this last thing at night. The full seven minutes to yourself, without distractions, remains nonnegotiable. This is for YOU. 

The 7-Minute Routine

Step #1: Drink a Glass of Water

Most of us underestimate how much water we need. Water will help with your digestive health, your mental health, and will hydrate your connective tissue and organs to help you feel less stiff and sore.

Step #2: Put Your Gratitude in Writing

Write a quick gratitude sentence, such as “Today I am grateful for………….”

Practicing gratitude daily may lower your stress response, increase immunity, and help with mental health.

Step #3: 1 Minute of Breath Work

Take a deep breath in through the nose filling your lower belly and expanding your ribs, then slowly exhale through your mouth, making your exhale longer than your inhale.

Or breathe in, as above, to the count of 4, exhale for the count of 4 and repeat for the full minute. Breathing exercises help with stress, mental health, pelvic health, better lung capacity and feelings of wellbeing.

Step #4: 5 Minutes of Mobility Exercises

Mobility/flexibility is something we lose with environmental factors, including desk work, sitting for too long, phone use, and repetitive work. It is also something we lose as we age and hormonal fluctuations occur.

However, we can help ourselves become more flexible and mobile with just a few simple moves that don’t require equipment. This assists that water you just consumed get into the connective tissue inside your body. It helps with stiffness, digestive health, mental health, and it makes you feel good!

Why These Four?

An array of different lifestyle changes and rituals is important for overall health and wellbeing. Having extensively researched the area of women’s health, I know different lifestyle factors can inhibit the physical, mental, and emotional health of women. I believe this will help cover many of the basics, so you can see and feel a difference in yourself.

What Do I Need to Do?

• Complete the 4 tasks first thing upon waking or last thing at night.
• You can also complete the 4 tasks morning and night. You could choose the same rituals or introduce others into the mix.

It takes approximately 21 days to form a new habit. I hope you continue this restorative practice beyond 21 days and make it an important part of your lifestyle.

Would you like extra support and guidance for the first 21 days? Our Facebook group is holding a daily ritual challenge. We start January 28th and you are welcome to join us for free.

Currently, what is your morning ritual? What do you do immediately after waking? Have you formed a working mindfulness ritual to open/close your days? Has it become a habit? Please share your story with the community!