How do I give myself a luxurious makeover at home?

I always recommend editing your closet first–you might actually be surprised at how many great things you already have! For making changes to your closet that don't cost much, I have a few ideas. One of my clients took a lot of the clothes that she had where the colors didn't work for them anymore, and she dyed them to colors that were in her seasonal color palette and that she liked more. So dyeing your clothes is definitely an option. Also, you bring up such a great idea with the clothing swap! You can go to a good clothing swap, or you can even host one yourself. I have a client that facilitates them locally – I'll let my clients know that it's occurring and invite them to come, and they'll all bring the clothes that they no longer want, and they'll swap with someone else who wants them. It's also just a really fun thing to do between girlfriends!

Start by doing a patch test first before applying it to your face to rule out an allergy or sensitivity as a cause. As nothing else will matter if you are allergic to the product. Once you have determined this is not the case, take baby steps.

Next, while it may be tempting to apply all of the new products you received, too much or using products that do not mix well together will amplify skin issues. It is best to try the products individually to see if you have a reaction before layering the skincare.

For example, avoid layering potent actives like retinol with AHAs/BHAs or vitamin C with benzoyl peroxide, as these combos can lead to irritation or reduce effectiveness. Also, look at the potency. For example, a retinol product . Those with higher percentages need to be worked up to. Just because it is stronger does not mean it is a great option for your skin.

Lastly, look for formulas labeled as fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, or skincare products made for sensitive skin . And if a reaction does occur, stop using the product immediately and give your skin time to heal before introducing anything new.