I'm not a morning person, but by trial and error I've found so many ways to make mornings just a little better. Here are just a few on my rotation, hope you enjoy!
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Low Effort Beauty
A lot of people are skeptical about collagen, but I've absolutely noticed a difference.
E27 Extra Strength Liquid Collagen | SpoiledChild™
So many sunscreens burn my eyes, but I could wear eltamd to bed and not have any irritation whatsoever
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
If you also can't be bothered to wash your hair in the morning - I find this more cleansing than dry shampoo and just as convenient.
cleanse & hydrate + cactus water - Batiste Dry Shampoo
Hydrates and cleanses, doesn't leave my skin feeling stripped in the morning. It's hydrating without clogging pores.
Advanced Snail Mucin Gel Cleanser | COSRX.COM
Beats pricier mascaras by a mile
Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara | e.l.f. Cosmetics
Treats and Bevs
If you're in Chicago definitely stop at Kasama and pick up a couple! If you're not, this recipe sounds pretty close
Ube huckleberry basque cakes (a recipe from Kasama in ...
These are my favorite to have as a quick and mini breakfast. Goes great with coffee, tea, or milk.
Hail Merry Mini Tart Meyer Lemon - 1.52 Oz - jewelosco
If you're into very dark very rich coffee, Colombe has some of the boldest coffee I've found. Not a huge fan of the cans but have really enjoyed ordering in-store bevs
La Colombe: Coffee Roasters - Buy Coffee Online
This matcha latte mix has just enough caffeine in it to get me going without the jitters and crash I get with coffee. It's also delicious and the mushrooms provide more calm focus benefits. You'll notice the difference immediately.
Renude Chaga Matcha
If you can't eat a real breakfast in the morning (like me) these shakes pack in 30 grams of protein and taste incredibly good.
A little pricey but an amazing alternative to mimosas at brunch or to sip on in the evening. The lions mane gives you a pleasant boost without jitters, hangovers, or hanxiety.
Flow | Lion's Mane Mushroom Drink - BRĒZ
Mindful
The first thing I do in the morning to ease myself into the day is lay down on my shakti mat. It wakes up your senses and gets your blood moving. You feel euphoric when you're done with really no effort whatsoever.
The Shakti Acupressure Mat - Total mind and body relaxation
Setting an intention first thing in the morning is one of the smallest things you can do to feel like you have your life together
Green Inspired : Journals - Target
Light a citrusy candle, this one is extra juicy and voluspa has some of the longest-lasting scents I've found in candles so you don't have to light it for very long to get your whole space smelling like grapefruit
Pink Citron Grapefruit | Classic Candle - Voluspa
Keep your toes warm
Brookstone Thera-Spa Foot Warmer Booties
Playing affirmations or manifestations can be the difference between an ok day and a great day. Listening to an uplifting guided meditation in the morning is a great habit to get into.
Calm
High Energy
If you're a morning shower kind of person, I love this energizing, tingly mint shampoo.
rosemary mint purifying shampoo - Aveda
Taking a walk with these, a warm drink, and an audiobook playing on headphones is a whole vibe
Bala Bangles
Filling this (I have the 40z) with water, ice, and electrolytes before bed is the best gift I can give myself in the morning.
Era 40oz | Prickly Pear - BruMate
Beyond Yoga makes the softest workout gear in their Spacedye line. I wear it around my house, I wear it running errands, and I wear it to the gym. So versatile, and the quality is insane. I've washed my pieces hundreds of times with no pulling, rips,...
Spacedye Step Up Racerback Tank - Beyond Yoga
Green juices give me so much energy when I need it most.