A New Way to Snack in 2022
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About five years ago, I wrote a piece for Selfish Mother about hygge. Hygge is the idea of finding comfort, pleasure and warmth in simple things. This could be swapping lights for candles, sitting by a roaring fire with a book, or enjoying an evening at home with friends, that afterwards leaves you feeling like you’ve been wrapped up in a hug.
Recently, I heard of a new phenomenon sweeping the world that involves breaking up your day with moments of relaxation. Whether you still work from home, are back in the office, or are busy being a
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parent, sometimes the day can seem long, and by mid-afternoon a slump can set in. However, there is a pick-me-up solution that doesn’t include circling the biscuit tin, but still involves snacking.
‘Beauty snacking’ is the art of taking a beauty shot that combines relaxation and pleasure with a well-deserved break. The idea is to get invigorated and energized by giving yourself micro sessions of self-care in between everything else you do during the day.
Some little treats to help you improve the way you feel include,
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hi-tech wipes that are said to deliver the effects of a 45-minute facial in under a minute, a lip scrub that gives your lips a boost, or a jade/rose quartz stone face roller that gently massages the face – designed to reduce stress and release tension just like a body massage. Of course, not all beauty snacking ideas can be done in the workplace, but plenty can be! Examples include a moisturizing mist/spray that can be applied any time of the day (and won’t affect your makeup) or indulgent hand cream to nourish the skin.
You can save
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longer relaxation moments for the weekend. In the meantime, treat yourself to micro beauty moments to break up your busy day and create your own few minutes of pleasure.
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Louise McCourt - 7 Jan 22
About five years ago, I wrote a piece for Selfish Mother about hygge. Hygge is the idea of finding comfort, pleasure and warmth in simple things. This could be swapping lights for candles, sitting by a roaring fire with a book, or enjoying an evening at home with friends, that afterwards leaves you feeling like you’ve been wrapped up in a hug.
Recently, I heard of a new phenomenon sweeping the world that involves breaking up your day with moments of relaxation. Whether you still work from home, are back in the office, or are busy being a parent, sometimes the day can seem long, and by mid-afternoon a slump can set in. However, there is a pick-me-up solution that doesn’t include circling the biscuit tin, but still involves snacking.
‘Beauty snacking’ is the art of taking a beauty shot that combines relaxation and pleasure with a well-deserved break. The idea is to get invigorated and energized by giving yourself micro sessions of self-care in between everything else you do during the day.
Some little treats to help you improve the way you feel include, hi-tech wipes that are said to deliver the effects of a 45-minute facial in under a minute, a lip scrub that gives your lips a boost, or a jade/rose quartz stone face roller that gently massages the face – designed to reduce stress and release tension just like a body massage. Of course, not all beauty snacking ideas can be done in the workplace, but plenty can be! Examples include a moisturizing mist/spray that can be applied any time of the day (and won’t affect your makeup) or indulgent hand cream to nourish the skin.
You can save longer relaxation moments for the weekend. In the meantime, treat yourself to micro beauty moments to break up your busy day and create your own few minutes of pleasure.
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