When you stop trying to look pretty things get better

>>12668
Sudocrem is amazing. I like taking some time to just make my skin and body feel nice, the most relaxing thing I like doing is scalp massages for my hair (can't tell if it actually does a damn thing though)
I fell down the youtube skincare rabbithole during the era the must not be named and Dr. Dray really makes me want to get my shit together so I too someday can have the kind of soothing beige life she presents

What kind of oil do you use OP?

>>12669
this is fully true and if you could bottle and sell the sentiment I'd add a few drops to my sudocrem no questions asked

>>12670
My hair is ass length so I use generic olive oil. I can buy large bottles of it anywhere for cheap. Works wonders! I have soft healthy hair. The trick is to put a shower cap on for that greenhouse effect, really gets it into the hair

lol wear full-on traditional underwear. Slip/Pettipants. Long line bra. Old school briefs. Girdle/corset. Garter belt. Hose. All beige. Idgaf if no one else sees it. It makes me feel so beautiful.

>>12668
Skincare, yoga, brushing my hair, wearing a sundress instead of my typical cropped leggings or jean shorts. Basically anything that I used to consider “silly” or “too girly” as a pickme virgin.
There’s something very “pretty” about doing stuff for yourself that your past self wouldn’t consider themselves worthy of imo.

>>12673
well said anon

>>12669

Can’t stress how true and important this is.

>>12669
i wish i could escape the corset already but it's still quite hard, i really want to reach this point where i don't care about looking pretty

>>12672
I'd love to get a hold of some proper vintage traditional underwear. Beige isn't my colour, I figure I'd look better in white. When I was younger I was the the type of goth/alt girl who had a weird obsession with Kreepshow666 style 50s goth shit and vintage undergarments have been on my wish list ever since

>>12677
I collected mine over the course of a couple of years.
Here are some of my favorite sites for you. I’ve bought from all of them and they are top notch service and quality.

https://www.whatkatiedid.com/ - the most expensive but this is where I bought my corset from and cincher with removable garters. I’m going to buy a normal garter belt from here soon. Believe it or not the garter belt is a decent price (and is actually functional at keeping your thigh high hose up). Oh and if you’re US based https://us.whatkatiedid.com/

https://www.herroom.com/ - I buy my longline bra, briefs, slips, pettipants, hose here. The best price hands down. They have (mostly) everything and every price point.


I’m looking to save up for these soon:
https://www.sheertex.com/ - pricey but better for the environment because they never rip!

https://www.mysticcitycorsets.com/shop/mcc21-brocade-mesh-underbust-corset/ - a mesh corset for when it gets a bit warm outside.

And here’s just a website you might like:

https://www.secretsinlace.com/

I do a few things.

- buy a really nice smelling salt scrub and go at myself top to bottom, tip to toe.
- moisturize with a really nice body butter, I usually go for chia butter.
- go for a haircut and ask them to layer my hair and use some products.
- Buy myself a new dress and shoes

when my hideous square face is nicely hidden from view with a mask or well done hairstyle. also I felt pretty sometimes when I was skinnier….now I can't look at my body in the mirror without instant feeling of shame heh

>>12678
What kind of longlines do you get? I really wanted the rago 2202 but i read you shouldnt get it if youre short waisted. they discontinued the 2201 though :(

>>12681
Oh I got these cause they’re less expensive than the Rago. The second one is sooooo comfy!

https://www.herroom.com/exquisite-form-5107532-posture-longline-bra.shtml

https://www.herroom.com/exquisite-form-5107565-front-close-lace-longline-posture-bra.shtml


But if you’re short waisted this may work for you:
https://www.herroom.com/carnival-710-full-figure-3-4-longline-bra.shtml

>>12680
resonate with you, mask and sunglasses have been staples as of late until i can unfuck my appearance haha

>>12668
honestly, i cry
i feel the prettiest when i do ( glistening eyes and deep red blush thats natural and crimson red lips )

Argyle socks.

That's it.

>>12669
This. I completely understand where you come from anon, feeling that your worth is tied to your appearance; it's a difficult thing to shake off and I feel you.

Read more feminist books (Gail Dines, Andrea Dowkins etc) and check out this list of habits if you ever want to break free from it: https://floatingbook.tumblr.com/post/188151256029/habit-shifts-list-practical-actions-that-can

For me, I like simple skincare (no makeup!) like washing my face and masking. I also like body scrubs and nice smells, or cuddling under a nice warm blanket. For clothes, instead of revealing ones, I like to wear comfortable yet fitting clothes, like soft knitwear and long skirts

I listen to my hot girl anthem. It's not a girlboss confidence song or anything, but it makes me feel happy and confident when I listen to it and that makes me "feel" pretty I guess.

Honestly? I feel pretty when I look pretty. I feel more productive when I feel prettier. Days where I don’t wear makeup vs when I do, I feel much happier. Probably because I have a big giant mirror in my room and I’m forced to look at myself every time I get up. It also makes me feel less alone if that makes sense. Like, I’d rather be alone and look good than be alone and not put any effort.

>>16057
what's your hot girl anthem anon? i have a playlist i lipysync to in the mirror when i'm getting ready and it makes me feel like the hottest girl in the world

I really like this quote. Came across it recently, and it got stuck in my mind.