Why Does Sunday Feel Like Pre-Monday?

October 13, 2024       

4min read

Ahh, Sunday. The day most of us are anxiously anticipating the work week ahead maybe even checking the clock to see how much is left of our precious last day off. At Selam Skin we wish we could turn your Sunday back into Saturday BUT we’ve found a way for you to stretch out the last day of your weekend.

If you’re guilty of occasionally neglecting your skin throughout the busy work week, you are far from alone. Our schedules don’t always give us enough time and we tend to drop the elements that are JUST about us. If this is you, then we recommend establishing a self-care routine that can set your complexion up for the week ahead.

To get started with your Sunday skincare routine, simply follow the Selam Skin guide to prepare your face and body for a brand new week. 

Step 1: Get your skin nice and clean

Whether you’ve had a weekend out on the town, gone on a long hike, or went shopping – your skin has been exposed to dirt and toxins by simply being exposed to normal weekend living. Begin your self-care Sunday routine by removing any excess oils, makeup, and grime that has built up over the weekend and the week before it, with a gentle yet effective facial soap. Our Deep Exfoliation Soap removes stubborn foundation, mascara, and impurities leaving your skin deeply cleansed and replenished. It’s calming, soothing, and the cocoa and coffee scent is the perfect way to get excited about your self-care session.

Step 2: Buff away dead skin cells

You don’t need to start your Monday off with dead skin from the week before, so set some time aside to exfoliate your entire face and body. 

Why does this matter so much? Exfoliating unclogs pores and draws out impurities at a deeper level than cleansers alone can't achieve. It also leaves your skin smooth and gives you a fresh start- we aren't bringing the baggage of last week into our new one.

To slough away any dead skin on your body, we’d recommend using our body clearing bath set on your damp skin while you shower. Massage into the skin in circular motions and leave for a minute or two before rinsing away with warm water, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth. Remember, it’s Sunday, you can take your time!

Step 3: Banish Breakouts with a Face Mask

Applying a face mask is one of the most relaxing things to do on a Sunday evening, simply lay down and let the mask work its magic while you chill out. Turn on your favorite show and it’s a match made in heaven. 

Here are some of our personal favorite face masks you can find on Amazon:

(1) Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Mask 

(2) COSRX Face Mask 

Aside from the relaxation benefits, a face mask will also deeply cleanse the pores and moisturize the skin to reduce fine lines and give you a more plump and youthful complexion.

Step 4: Lock in the Moisture

After all your hard work, remember to lock in all the goodness with a restorative night serum because your skin is at its most regenerative while you sleep, allowing the active ingredients in your serum to be absorbed fully and repair damaged cells.

If you'd like to skip looking through what you need to start your self-care Sunday regimen, we've already done the homework for you with our discounted Self-Care Bundle.

Step 5: Relax!

Once you’ve taken care of your skin, it’s time to take care of your mind and body too. Make sure you do things today and every Sunday that actually bring you happiness. So whether that’s an outdoor walk with friends, trying out a new recipe, or doing some retail therapy take time to do the things that bring you joy. You deserve it.

With Love,