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16 Resolutions Beauty Experts Hope You Make for 2019

It's all about self-love in 2019
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Amanda McIntosh, Founder of Take Your Face Off
"People go through life in a daze of habit, so it's important to shake it up sometimes. Use the clean slate of 2019 to examine your habits: where are you neglecting your skin, and what that will mean down the road? Also, it's a great time to think about how the products you use affect our environment: lots of people who want to be 'green' switch from regular to organic or compostable options without realizing they all create tons of pollution. Organic or not, almost all go to sealed landfills after they're used.

Create a vivid mental image of the future you're creating and try to see how all your small actions add up. If you do it right, examining your habits is more interesting than a typical New Year's goal — there's no guilt, just exploration and imagination — and a good ploy to trick you into making bigger, more lasting changes." McIntosh's Take My Face Off The Makeup Mitty Single-Pack Ultra-Gentle Reusable Makeup Remover, $14, practices what she preaches: they work for years and years and are extremely effective, which means you'll be doing something good for your skin and the planet.

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Justin Marjan, Founder of The Hollywood Silk Solution
"I hope everyone makes the resolution to finally get the beautiful, shiny, healthy hair of their dreams. Most people don't pay too much attention to taking care of their hair and are rough with their hair or neglect it, then wonder why it feels frizzy, dull and/or flat. Just making simple lifestyle recommendations can help you avoid dull hair that hasn't reached its potential!

I suggest swapping out your regular cotton pillowcases for a silk pillowcase, like our The Hollywood Silk Solution Silk Pillowcase, $45. They prevent moisture from being absorbed and reduce friction, which means hair stays hydrated and smooth without the frizz of a regular pillowcase — which is so important if you have curls! No bedhead, no sleep creases on your face and better skin and hair all year!"

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Dr. Whitney Bowe, Cosmetic Dermatologist
"One resolution I encourage people to embrace in 2019 is to distance ourselves from aggressive, harsh cleansing products and the over-cleansing habits we've grown so accustomed to. This is a behavioral change, a mental shift away from the 'germ theory' many of us were raised with where we believed we had to eradicate all dirt and germs in order to be healthy.

The truth is, radiant, healthy skin is not sterile skin and shiny, healthy hair is not over-cleansed, stripped, oil-free hair. One product I'm loving is the Aquis Prime Rebalancing Hair Wash, $26. Optimal hair health means we have to replace harsh cleansers with gentle, clean products formulated to cleanse without damaging the cuticle. This wash, which is part of the four-part Aquis Prime Hair Care System, is extremely gentle and specifically formulated to help to maintain your hair's healthy moisture (including natural oils) and to maintain the strength and integrity of your hair's cuticle as well as the pH of your hair and scalp which, if it's off, can lead to hair breakage and damage. I especially love that the system is one of only 10 haircare brands to be certified clean by Sephora. It's one of my favorite products because it embraces the same theory I apply to my skin care recommendations — but for your hair!"

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Keri Glassman, MS, RD, CDN and Founder of Nutritious Life
"The resolution I want people to make this year is to not make a resolution! This has always been my philosophy. I actually cringe when I hear clients vow to 'never eat chocolate again' or 'give up carbs forever.' "Most of these types of New Year's resolutions are broken or forgotten before Valentine's Day because they're too extreme.

Instead of undoable resolutions, improve a little with small goals and intentions that are guaranteed to bring out the best in you. If you're weak in the sleep department, create a ritual to improve your shut eye. If you get great sleep but your bathroom is full of chemical-laden products, up your routine with more non-toxic products. If you feel like your diet is already strong, resolve to add in a great supplement routine for optimal, hair, nail and skin health.

Something as simple as adding a daily collagen supplement to your normal intake can be the change you need to make to affect positive changes in other aspects of your life. I definitely recommend choosing one made from high-quality bovine collagen for the best joint, hair and nail support, like Humann SuperBeets Collagen, $39.95. It's very high quality and can be mixed directly into water."

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Jennifer Yepez, Kerastase Celebrity Hair Stylist
"I hope people make the resolution to invest in themselves, both on the inside and outside. Beauty really does come from within, specifically in terms of your health. So, if you're eating well and taking care of your body, it really shows in your hair and skin. You can see the glow. It's a holistic outlook. If you're kind to yourself, choose a healthier lifestyle, and make time for yourself, it shows, and that's what makes people so beautiful.

Also, invest in products that allow you to take care of yourself, and make sure they really work. I love Nutrafol as a hair supplement, and Kerastase Fusio-Dose Homelab, $98 is my favorite because it's customized to each individual's needs and designed for weekly use. It's a great way to take care of your hair and it's quick, which is great when you're making time for yourself in the midst of a busy schedule."

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BY KRISTIN BOOKER | DEC 27, 2018 | SHARES
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