“In Their Expert Opinion” features three bloggers who bring special expertise on living a natural lifestyle to The Clear Conscience Blog. Each month, we’ll share tips and advice on how to live a little greener from a few of our favorite experts.

By Elizabeth Dehn, BeautyBets.com 

Photo credit: We Heart It

Diet and exercise resolutions are soooo 2011. This year, let’s vow to treat ourselves to a healthy dose of TLC. Repeat after me: 

1. I will shampoo less frequently to maintain my hair’s natural oils and improve manageability. 


2. I will get regular massages, even if that means giving up a fancy dinner out or a new pair of shoes.


3. I will try meditating for at least 5–10 minutes a day and not beat myself up if my mind starts making to-do lists.


4. I will wash my face before I go to bed NO MATTER WHAT.


5. I will visit a makeup counter for a refresher course, and throw out any shades I’ve been using since college.   


6. I will attempt to get at least seven hours of sleep each night, preferably more.


7. I will take slow, deep breaths when I feel stressed out to increase the flow of chi throughout my body and calm my nerves.


8. I will get regular pedicures (hello, calluses) even if no one sees my feet but me.  


9. I will immediately book a trim should I catch myself playing with split ends.


10. I will not, under any circumstances, leave the house without at least an SPF 15 on my face and neck.  

Disclosure: The bloggers featured in the Clear Conscience Blog “In Their Expert Opinion” series have received product samples and compensation from Watkins, Inc.