Prior to any session, most clients are focusing on what to wear, how to pose, and on occasion they will have made plans to get a facial and the ceremonial mani/pedi. I'd like to believe that through my process of creating your personal Mood Board; finding your best location and styling you, that you are encouraged to focus more on self-care.
Most of us spend a great deal of time caring for others leaving ourselves neglected. Your thought is, "I'll book myself a boudoir session and I'll feel good about myself". This idea has a lot of potential to come into fruition if all of the steps to self-care are taken leading up to the day of your session. If your hair, skin, and nails are all janky, no amount of styling will save you.
In this particular step we go over loving our hands. I, still, suggest scheduling a mani/pedi 2-3 days before your session, however, in the time leading up to your session, hopefully, these steps will inspire and motivate self-love.
You can purchase most of these products over the counter for between $4 and $15 or make your own.
Below are some quick and easy steps with DIY recipes to create your own home care for your nails and hands.
Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize
Making a concoction that includes coconut, almond, and olive oil with vitamin E. Slather thick layers on your hands multiple times a day, especially after washing.
2. Exfoliate often!
Mix together raw honey and sugar. Slather it on a couple times a week to keep dry, flaky skin at bay. Stored in an 1 oz glass jar
3. Cuticle Care
Here are 3 options for making your personal cuticle care
You can create a cuticle creme that can be stored in an 1 oz Glass Jar
Or you might prefer that your cuticle oil be stored in a 1 oz Glass Tincher with dropper
Or create your own cuticle brush using a Refillable Cosmetic Brush Pen
Apply to cuticles 2 or 3 times a day to strengthen nails and soothe cuticles
REPEAT!
* Some essential oils can be poisonous if absorbed directly through the skin. Others, like orange, lime, and lemon, may cause photo toxicity if applied before exposure to sun.
Read for more details on the safety & use of Essential Oils
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