In the past year, my life has changed so dramatically that now, more than ever, I value my moments of slowing down. Ironically enough, as crazy as my life has gotten, I’ve become much better at being mindful of the little things. It’s life’s simple rituals that bring me real peace and happiness.
Rituals Cosmetics, whose philosophy is just that: “Rituals helps you slow down, to find happiness in the smallest of things” With inspiration drawn from ancient Asian traditions, it’s about enjoying modern life more mindfully. I’m so excited to have partnered with Rituals Cosmetics to share some of my favorite moments. Some of these happen on a daily basis and some on a weekly, but whatever the case might be, these are my moments.
The At Home Spa:
Anyone that knows me, knows how much I value my beauty routine. Whenever I say to Keith “I’m going upstairs to wash my face and shower” he knows that I don’t mess around. My routine is a chance for me to take a deep breath and slow down. It’s my “me time.” I’ve been using the Rituals Shower Foam and the texture is amazing: rich, creamy and incredibly soothing. I also incorporate the Rituals Shower Oil and both leave my skin feeling so moisturized.
Also, for all of my readers, you’re able to pick up a full size luxurious shower foam in any Rituals NYC store or online! Just use the code BrooklynBlonde1 at checkout. Visit Rituals.com/slowdown for more information!
Morning Coffee & Paper
Every weekend, Keith and I rotate one morning for each of us to sleep in. On my mornings, my favorite thing is to read the paper in bed with my cup of coffee. Sometimes I’ll choose waking over sleeping in, just so I’m able to do that. It almost brings me back to the time where I had few responsibilities, a feeling that is important to have every once in awhile! I love rubbing a little bit of the Rituals Relaxing Serum and just “zen-ing” out.
Products Used: Body Crème and the Relaxing Serum & Body Cream
Bedtime with Nate:
No matter how crazy my day gets, I cherish his bedtime routine more than anything at the moment. Children grow up so quickly that even with the crazy days, I try not to take any moment for granted. Every night, our routine consists of: bathing, lotion, PJ’s, book and bottle! It’s also the only time that he’s peacefully sitting on my lap!
The Wind down:
As much as I treasure my moments with Nate, any mother would agree that when their child finally goes down to sleep, it’s a sigh of relief. My evenings are my time to unwind from a long day, to have a class of wine or a cup of tea, to read a book, to burn a candle (something that only happenings in the evening!) and to kick my legs up. I’ll use the Relaxing Serum again and the Bed & Body Mist on my pillows and linens! It really does put me at such ease and makes me sleep better at night.
26 comments
Kristina
So many lovely pictures!! I love Rituals, they have really great products 🙂 It’s so important to take a step back from time to time and relax a little.
July 12, 2017♡Kristina
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Briana
I just started using Rituals recently and now I see them everywhere! Love their products.
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July 12, 2017Ray
The photos look so lush and thanks for sharing adorable photos of Nate.
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July 12, 2017Natali Karppinen
Beautiful photos and great rituals to have as well as the products! 🙂
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July 12, 2017Fatou Diaw
Love these images! your son is so cute!
xx
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Rena
You have absolutely lovely rituals. I love reading the newspaper, too!
July 12, 2017xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Kate
I need to be WAY better at pampering myself and stepping away from work. Thanks for the reminder!
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Miranda | Miranda's Notebook
Such gorgeous photos! I love Rituals products too. Taking time to unwind and relax is so important. Lovely post!
July 12, 2017Kim
Just reading this post made me relaxed haha. I love it!
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July 12, 2017Mireia
Absolutely love it!
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Alexa M Johnson
LOVE this post!
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July 12, 2017Michelle Johnson
These photos look so refreshing! Love them! I especially love that wood tray that you put your coffee and products on. Where is that from?
July 12, 2017DEMELER
Such a great post!
July 12, 2017xx
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Amber
YASSSSS QUEEN! More awesome bubble bath pics! Love the composition in the bathroom and bedroom photos. Really lovely!
July 12, 2017Camille
I’ve never tried this brand. So interested in the Bed & Body Mist. I love that you can spray it on both yourself and your pillows. I’ll take any recommendation I can on ways to relax at night!
Camille
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Kristina Wilde
That bath looks so dreamy and bubbly! Great post; and Nate is so so cute! xx
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July 12, 2017Kritsida
These pictures are gorgeous! I love winding down at night with a book and some wine!
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Ikram
Love your pics! Rituals is one of my favorite skincare brand!
July 12, 2017xx
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Luci's Morsels
Gorgeous photos! Morning coffee is definitely one of the best relaxing rituals!
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July 12, 2017Jo
I love these photos, especially of you with your son! I’ve never tried Rituals before but I definitely want to now. There’s nothing like a good old at-home pampering sessh!
xo, Jo
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Ewa Macherowska
Nice post dear 😉
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July 13, 2017Peppermint Dolly
Such great photos!
Rebecca
July 13, 2017xx
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VAnessa
HE IS SUCH A CUTIE!!
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Jade
really beautiful photos.
I’ve never actually used the ritual range, but I really want to try them.
My downtime, I love having baths with the candles lit then into pj’s! nothing better!
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Kat
Awww! Nate is looking so cute these days! Some of my friends have Ritual products and they love them so now I definitely have to try them out.
xx Kat
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July 17, 2017Yvonne
I have been feeling sick for about ten years but now a few years ago I became more weak. These past two years I could not take the pain asked to see wrap doctors demanded. A doctor RA had blood work done then I was sent to an ancologist who did bone marrow said I have multiple myeloma send me to blood hemoglobin specialist Dr . Samir Parekh Associate Professor of Mount Sanai hospital for cancer , but I am not a candidate for any clinical trial so I feel so very sad I still have a son in college a doctor who graduated and I thought I see them get engage married have children I guess I don’t know how to relax if I don’t know if I will live long or dye soon. I’m scared no one is listening my Insuramce does not cover free clinical trials if this can help me relax maybe I will sleep and cry less
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