How to Turn Valentine’s Day into a Self-Love Day?

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Valentine’s Day is often an opportunity to please your partner… if you have one. But instead of getting depressed when you’re single or only making yourself look good once a year, why not seize this occasion to take care of the most important person in your life – the one you learn to love over the years: yourself?

So, it’s the perfect time to talk about love. Love for a partner or a dear one, of course, but also self-love, or self-love.

Far from being selfish, cultivating self-love is essential to our well-being. The more we love and respect ourselves, the more positivity and love we attract.

So whether you’re in a relationship or not, here’s a wellness routine to adopt for a Valentine’s Day that is, of course, all about love!

8AM-10AM

The day starts with rituals you wouldn’t miss for anything in the world. And if that’s the case, I recommend adopting them every day, even if it’s just to dedicate a few minutes to each.

Have a coffee…before looking at your smartphone

It’s a habit I picked up a few months ago, and I savor my morning coffee 100% while watching the day break from my veranda. I don’t have a big house or much time for myself, but I give myself this moment in the morning to wake up and think positively about my day.

Is it tempting to check your phone in the morning? At first, yes, I won’t lie to you. But quite quickly, you enjoy your coffee in peace, especially without stumbling upon bad news on Instagram or checking your bank account, for those who are more concerned!

Tidy up

We agree, there are more exciting activities… yet, there’s nothing better than starting the day in a clean and organized environment. We’re not talking about doing a big clean-up or transforming into Marie Kondo, but just tidying up, cleaning the tables, adding incense or candles to create a nice cozy and hygge atmosphere.

Do a complete beauty skincare routine

You’re awake and, I hope, relaxed? Let’s move on to the skincare for a deep dive into self-love.

Start with a shower or a bath. If you have a bathtub, feel free to add a few drops (maximum 10) of true lavender oil to your bath. Known for its calming and antibacterial properties, lavender soothes and, in small doses, helps the skin to heal and regenerate.

Essential oils are wonderful tools for beauty and wellness care, but they should be used with caution. Remember to respect the dosages.

• Hair mask

Once comfortably settled in your bath, or before your shower, depending on your preference, think about giving yourself a hair mask. It can be store-bought or homemade with clay, honey, an egg, or a few drops of broccoli essential oil mixed with coconut oil… Hundreds of combinations are possible. Again, respect the dosages to achieve the best results.

• Body scrub

Take care of your body with a gentle scrub that will remove dead skin. Again, you can choose to buy it commercially or prepare it yourself with coffee grounds, for example. Once dry, hydrate your skin with a lotion or oil.

• Face yoga and skincare

The step not to miss, even when you’re in a hurry. Just 5 minutes of face yoga a day can show improvements, provided you make it a regular practice.

For skincare, I recommend adopting the Korean 10-step routine. Remember to apply sunscreen in the morning, even if it’s cloudy.

10AM-12PM: Brunch

After all these (relative) efforts to take care of yourself, it’s time to move on to the most enjoyable part: eating! Brunch is ideal for the variety of healthy foods and its perfect mix of dairy, fruits, and proteins. Vegetarian or vegan options are equally delicious.

12PM-1PM

Take a walk outside. Whether on foot or by bike, whether you’re going to the bakery to stock up on chocolate croissants or going for a run, it doesn’t matter, the important thing is to get outside and move.

1PM-3PM

It’s yoga time! After eating and seeing the light of day, I always plan an hour of yoga into my day.

Whether it’s dynamic like Vinyasa yoga or calming like Hatha, it’s up to you to choose what feels good for you.

• Meditation

It’s a practice that works wonders in the morning, but especially after a yoga session. To start, 10 minutes can be enough, while 20 minutes will help lower the cortisol level in your body.

3PM – 7PM

Do you have the afternoon ahead of you? Why not take the opportunity to meet a friend at a café, go to a flea market, or hang out in a bookstore?

7PM – 10PM

Back home, there’s a pleasure I adore: sipping a glass of wine or non-alcoholic beer while preparing dinner.

Opt for a warm meal with ingredients that you enjoy, without being too heavy, for a good night’s sleep afterward.

To end this chill day… we snuggle in a blanket with a cup of tea or hot chocolate, watching a movie.

10PM – 11PM

We get into bed after a night skincare routine (for example, retinol serum and a five-minute relaxing massage for the face).

We put down our phones and dive into a book to take a moment for ourselves.

Since I decided to stop scrolling and going on social media after 9 PM, I’ve seen a real change in my life and I fall asleep more peacefully. Taking care of yourself also means refocusing on your life and maybe scrolling a little less!

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