5 Beauty Hacks for the Evening

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My days are usually pretty busy. Between shuttling the kids to and from after-school activities and taking care of miscellaneous errands around town, I really look forward to spending time on pampering myself in the evenings. Whether I’m doing a DIY hair mask for soft locks or applying Differin® Gel, I always like to indulge in a little self-care before bedtime. Today, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite beauty hacks with you.

5 Beauty Hacks for your Evening Routine

1. Soft feet!

The weather is warm and open-toe shoes are everywhere. Make sure your feet are ready for all that exposure. Keep the skin on your feet soft and smooth by taking a few extra minutes in the evening to moisturize them. Slather your favorite cream all over your feet and ankles. Slip on a pair of cozy, fuzzy socks and snooze the night away. When you awake in the morning, slip off the socks and admire your baby-soft skin!

Bonus Tip: For even softer skin, exfoliate your feet in the shower beforehand. Simply mix equal parts of white sugar and olive oil for an effective homemade scrub.

2. Clear skin!

When it comes to beauty, nothing is more impactful than smooth, clear skin. That’s why I apply Differin® Gel every night at bedtime. Did you know that Differin® Gel is the only prescription-strength retinoid that’s currently available over-the-counter? It’s the newest advancement and ingredient in the OTC acne category in over 30 years!

What I love most about Differin® Gel is that it combats breakouts right where they begin (deep in the pores), thereby preventing acne, and as a result improving skin’s texture and tone.

Please use caution when using Differin® Gel with more than one acne treatment or glycolic acid product because this could lead to irritation.

Unlike spot treatments, Differin® Gel should be applied as a thin layer all over the face once every day.

To complement Differin® Gel, I have been using Differin® Balancing Cleanser and Differin® Balancing Moisturizer as part of my evening routine. These products complement each other to create a comprehensive skin care regimen.

Tip: Even if your skin looks clear, it’s important to keep using Differin® Gel to continue to prevent future breakouts.

Remember when I shared with you all my tutorial for those DIY Apothecary Jars? That’s when I started treating my skin with Differin® Gel, and it has been eight weeks since then. Back when I started, my skin’s tone and texture were not great, due to my acne. My skin had plenty of issues from acne, which included unevenness, blotchiness, discoloration, bumps, breakouts, etc.

Here is a shot about halfway through the treatment. You can see that my acne skin issues were already settling down, thanks to Differin® Gel. Did you know that Differin® Gel is dermatologist recommended?

And here is a picture from yesterday. My skin is super smooth and free of blemishes. Even without makeup, I feel confident to show off my skin. With just a bit of powder on, I have an airbrushed look!

I am so pleased with how my skin looks these days. It’s amazing how well Differin® Gel, which contains the retinoid, Adapalene, has worked for me!

Having great skin gives me so much confidence… confidence to tackle new things and conquer old fears. Great skin gives me a zest for life and gets me excited to start my day every morning.

Anyone who is dealing with mild to moderate acne should look for Differin® Gel at a local Walmart store in the skincare aisle. Differin® Gel has a time-tested reputation as a proven acne treatment, and now it’s available without a prescription! Go to Differin.com to get $2 off Differin® Gel and use it on your next shopping trip to Walmart!

3. Smooth hair!
Between the UV rays, chlorine in the pool, styling products and the blow-dryer, our hair takes quite a beating during the warmer months. Don’t forget to give your hair a little TLC for smooth, flyaway-free hair. No fancy equipment or supplies are necessary. Simply saturate the bottom half of your locks in coconut oil, and make sure to avoid the roots to prevent a greasy look. Leave on for a few hours or even overnight for even more moisturizing. Also, wear a showercap to bed to prevent transferring the oil to your bedding.

After sleeping with a coconut oil hair mask, my hair is super soft and manageable in the morning.

4. Heat-free curls!

I am always trying to minimize the amount of heat I apply to my hair. It’s a known fact that using the blow-dryer, curling iron, or straightening iron every day is sure to create hair damage, so I try to limit my use of these tools when possible. Sometimes I will put my hair in braids in the evening and sleep with the braids in my hair. In the morning, I simply unravel the braids and have beautiful, loose waves. It’s a simple step that takes just minutes in the evening, and then my hair looks great the next day.

Bonus Tip: For tighter curls, braid multiple smaller sections of the hair. For looser curls, braid one larger section of hair.

5. Moist air!
Did you know that dry air can contribute to dry skin and dry hair? Get a humidifier and run it during the night in your room. It’s a quick, easy tip that can make a big difference in the long run. I love this humidifier because it has a big tank and lets me direct the stream of moist air.

I hope these beauty hacks have inspired you! Now, see how Differin® Gel can help you achieve clearer skin than ever. What are your best evening beauty hacks? Do you ever sleep with your hair in braids for loose, heat-free curls?

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