Natural beauty isn’t just another way to look good

Whether it’s going down at a spa or DIY-style, ditching toxins is an extra important part of any routine, says LaKeisha Entsuah, founder of Elements of Aliel. Soak in a salt bath, dry brush your skin (bonus points for its circulation-stimulating properties) or go for a lymphatic drainage massage for a treatment that checks the “beauty” and “detox” boxes on your to-do list.

Use natural moisturizer to defend yourself

Slathering on moisturizer every morning, noon and night can do a lot more than just make you look hydrated if you choose a quality natural product. “Simply moisturizing your face ... can be about delivering antioxidants that help protect you from UV radiation and that keep your skin clear of inflammation and allergic reactions,” says Friedman. Plus, the right moisturizer may help protect your pores from pollution and any other icky external elements that can wreak havoc on your glow. Beauty, health and wellness? Check, check, check.

Eat for your skin

Your beauty routine is as much about what you put inside your body as what you put onto it, which means a healthy diet is just as important as using healthy products. “If your diet isn’t right, then one of the first places it will show is in your skin and the whites of your eyes,” says author, nutritionist and yoga teacher Lola Berry, who suggests loading up on antioxidant-rich foods, ditching anything refined or high in sugar and chugging as much H2O as possible to keep skin looking (and feeling) dewy and fresh.

Embrace self-care

There’s a reason why “self-care” has become such a major buzzword among the wellness set. It really is important—especially as it applies to beauty. “Being intentional about the steps you take and the products you use is a form of self-care,” says Entsuah. Treat yourself to a hot bath and some good-for-you natural products, or even just take a few minutes to luxuriate in your routine, and you’ll see the results written all over your face.