somewhere between trying every new “holy grail” product and watching 47-step skincare routines on youtube, i just… got tired. it’s not sustainable, or affordable, my skin wasn’t even happy, and getting ready started to feel like a chore instead of something i actually enjoyed.
i’ve never really been a full-makeup girl. i’ve always saved it for special occasions, birthdays, weddings, nights out, the kind of moments that feel like they deserve a little extra. but for the most part, i’ve always preferred a bare face.
and lately, i’ve realized just how much i love that feeling.
the feeling of looking in the mirror and actually recognizing myself. the lightness of not having layers on my skin. the simplicity of just… being me.
my routine has become so simple, a bit of concealer, blush, brushed-up brows, lip balm. that’s it. and weirdly, it’s made me feel more confident than any “glam” look ever has. i like that my skin can breathe, that i don’t feel like i’m hiding behind anything.
same with skincare, i’ve learned that less is more. i used to think having a million products meant i was taking care of myself, but my skin’s happiest when i keep it simple. cleanser, moisturizer, SPF. easy. reliable.
there’s something so grounding about embracing the natural version of yourself, the one that isn’t filtered or contoured or covered up. i think we forget how beautiful normal can look.
and maybe that’s what i love most about keeping things minimal, it feels honest. it feels like me.
the ward method 
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