5 Steps to Having Your Most Relaxing — and Gorgeous — Christmas Morning Ever
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Christmas morning doesn't exactly have a reputation for being the most relaxing time of the year. As joyful as the big day can be, the morning is often filled with stressful activities like last-minute gift-wrapping, hurried tooth-brushing, and grocery store runs for that one ingredient you forgot you needed. This year, pledge to slow things down with a few acts of self-care — beginning with your beauty routine. These suggestions are as practical as it gets, so no need to schedule an intense (read: expensive) facial or go on a weeks-long detox diet. Each one will take you five to 10 minutes!
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Wake Up a Lil' Early For Some Skin-Clearing Tea
If you only drink one hot beverage on Christmas morning, well, it should probably be coffee. But if you have two hot beverages on Christmas morning, may I suggest Yogi's Soothing Rose Hibiscus Skin DeTox ($24)? This floral-scented green tea uses red rose petals and hibiscus to soothe your skin. It'll give you that extra little glow you need to get your day going.
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Take an Extra-Long Shower
Sometimes you just want to stand under some hot water, am I right? Brace yourself for all the socializing you'll have to do in mere hours by taking your sweet time in the shower. Just make sure the water isn't crazy-hot — while hot water can reduce your stress level, it also tends to dry out your skin.
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While You're in There, Deep-Condition Your Hair
There's no time like the present to slather your hair in some thick conditioner. Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair!™ Honey Moisture Deep Conditioning Mask ($36) is a bestseller at Sephora, likely due to the fact that it's compatible with every type of hair. The luscious formula contains organic honey, rosehip oil, and algae extract to strengthen and hydrate your hair while simultaneously protecting your scalp.
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Chug an Extra Bottle of Water
We can't say it enough: Drink. More. Water. Keep multiple water bottles around the house if you have to. Invest in a mini-fridge and stock it with gallons of water. Not only will it keep your skin plump throughout the day, it'll give you a boost of energy. (Also an excuse to exit awkward political discussions so you can use the bathroom.)
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Get Your Glow on With a Radiance-Boosting Mask
You've had a lovely morning filled with tea and hair masks — it's time to break out the big guns: a facial mask. The GLAMGLOW GLOWLACE™ Radiance-Boosting Hydration Sheet Mask ($10) is loaded with hyaluronic acid to hydrate, caffeine and green tea to energize, and licorice to up your glow-factor.
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