Your appearance is more closely linked to your confidence than you might realise. If you have not been feeling your best recently, updating your look could give you the mood boost you have been waiting for. We all have insecurities, but there are some simple things you can do to feel more at home in your own skin. Whether your body has recently changed or you just want to revamp the way you feel about yourself, these tips can help you to become the person you have always been on the inside.
If you are going to spend time and money on improving your appearance, then you want to make sure the results are going to last. For example, going for a series of sessions at a laser hair removal clinic will serve you better in the long run than your regular waxing appointments. Similarly, lots of people try to disguise the shape of their nose using contouring and makeup, but a one-off rhinoplasty procedure will leave you feeling confident for years to come. If you need more info about this type of treatment, check out Cadogan Clinic.
Getting healthy can really help you to feel more comfortable in your body. Whether it is switching up your diet or exercising more regularly, you will definitely notice positive changes the longer you stick with your new plan. A healthy diet and quality fitness regime can help you to look leaner and improve your hair and skin. So much external beauty depends on how your body is working internally, so give yourself a boost with the right vitamins and minerals.
Are your clothes looking worn out and tired? If you are not excited about your wardrobe, it could be time for a change. This does not mean always following the latest trends, but investing in pieces of clothing that you actually like and want to wear. Learn how to dress for your body type and look into the colors that suit your skin tone the best. Try not to grab clothes off the rack just because they are on sale — this is one of the many ways that people end up with a wardrobe that they do not necessarily hate, but do not exactly love either. Clothes do have a lifespan, so donate or recycle anything that does not serve you anymore.
While there are lots of things you can do to your appearance to help you feel more confident, some of our insecurities are just in our heads. If you feel very unhappy with the way you look but cannot seem to pinpoint why spend a bit of time learning to love yourself for the way you are. It is easy to fall into spirals of self-criticism, especially when exposed to the media. But you need to remember that most of the people on TV and online do not really look like they do in photos. Reach out to a professional counsellor if you need extra support.
Andi Perullo de Ledesma
I am Andi Perullo de Ledesma, a Chinese Medicine Doctor and Travel Photojournalist in Charlotte, NC. I am also wife to Lucas and mother to Joaquín. Follow us as we explore life and the world one beautiful adventure at a time.
