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Soft Life Night Routine: Becoming THAT Girl Before Bed: non-negotiables that I swear by to give myself that princess treatment I deserve
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items I honestly cannot go to bed without giving myself the self love and care that I deserve. Whether it was a good or bad day, I HAVE to prioritise my self to unwind and so I can wake up the next day feeling my best! Enjoy this list I've curated of thing...<3
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In the shower - Cozy body wash
After Shower - Body Lotion and Oil
Hair Mask / Hair Care
Comfy Extras - PJ's, and Bed
Final Touches - Vibes and Wind-Down
In the shower - Cozy body wash
Did you know that it is scientifically proven that showering with a candle or dim lighting can help calm your nervous system? Make sure you light yourself a candle, play some soft music, get into that self-care mindset. I have another list full of sp...
This is my ‘everything shower’ body wash. The texture feels so silky and it gently exfoliates without feeling scrubby or harsh. The scent is cozy citrus/woody – it legit makes my whole shower feel like a little therapy session.
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Gentle Exfoliating Body Wash
On nights when I want spa energy, I reach for this. The formula is super gentle but the scent makes my bathroom smell like a fancy hotel. A little goes a long way and my skin never feels stripped after.
The Body Wash | Multi-Oil
This is my comfort body wash. It’s affordable, foamy, and my skin feels way more moisturised after, not that squeaky-dry feeling. If I’m not sure what to use, I just grab this and it always delivers.
Dove Essential Care Triple Hydrate Body Wash 1 Litre
This one smells like a soft, warm holiday. The scent isn’t overpowering, just sweet and cozy, and the formula is simple and gentle. I love it for nights when I want to smell good but not like I’ve drowned in perfume.
Native Body Wash | Coconut & Vanilla
After Shower - Body Lotion and Oil
If my skin is looking dull or a bit ashy, this is the one I grab. It makes my legs and arms look way more glowy and soft, and it sinks in without that sticky feeling. Perfect for when you want your skin to look expensive in a simple outfit.
NIVEA Rich Nourishing Body Lotion 400ml
This feels like skincare for your body, not just basic lotion. It’s rich but not greasy, and my skin just looks healthier and more hydrated when I use it consistently. I reach for it on nights when I want maximum softness by morning.
Naturium Bio-Lipid Restoring Body Lotion
My ‘rescue’ lotion when my body skin feels dry, itchy, or irritated. It calms everything down but still absorbs fast, so I can get into bed without sticking to the sheets.
Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Lotion Aloe 1 Oz 4 Pack
On soft girl nights I layer a body oil on top of lotion and it’s game over – my skin feels insanely smooth. I especially love it on my legs and collarbones when I want that subtle, healthy shine.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Moisturising Body Oil 250ml
Hair Mask / Hair Care
On ‘self-care Sundays’ I always throw in a hair mask while I’m doing my body routine. It makes my hair feel softer and less frizzy, so my messy bun actually looks intentional the next day instead of ‘I gave up’.
Rich Hydration Mask for Dry or Medium to Thick Hair
After my shower I run a bit of leave-in or hair oil through the ends and it saves my hair from looking dry. It’s such a tiny step but makes me feel way more put together.
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I reach for Davines OI Oil any time I want my hair to look like I’ve just walked out of a salon. A tiny bit through my mids and ends makes everything instantly smoother, shinier, and way less frizzy without weighing it down. I love that it still feel...
OI Oil Anti frizz oil for dry hair - Davines
Comfy Extras - PJ's, and Bed
Switching to a satin/silk pillowcase was such a small change but it feels sooo luxe. My hair wakes up less tangled and my face doesn’t have those deep pillow lines anymore. It’s honestly the easiest ‘old money’ upgrade to your bed.
Pure Silk Pillowcases
There is something about a matching set that instantly makes me feel like that girl, even if I’m just scrolling in bed. It tricks my brain into feeling more put-together and grown.
Airy Soft Wide Leg Pant
I use these to throw my hair up at night without that tight ponytail headache. They’re gentle on my hair and also just look way cuter on my nightstand than random elastics.
Amazon.com.au: Satin Scrunchies
A satin bonnet is my secret weapon for waking up with put-together hair instead of a bird’s nest. I just pop this on before bed and it stops my curls/ends from rubbing on the pillow and getting dry or frizzy. It keeps my style looking fresher for way...
Amazon.com.au: Satin Hair Bonnet
Lighting a candle is my signal that the day is done. I love warm, cozy scents that make my room smell like a hotel or a spa – it instantly switches me into ‘soft life’ mode.
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Final Touches - Vibes and Wind-Down
I swear tea tastes better in a mug you actually like. I’ll make a calming tea, grab my phone or journal, and it makes my night feel intentional instead of just ‘oops it’s midnight again’.
Twinings Pure Peppermint Tea Bags 80 pack
A couple of spritzes on my pillow and duvet makes my bed smell so fresh and calming. It’s such a small thing but it really helps me fall asleep quicker and makes the whole routine feel extra.
Pillow & Linen Mists