Simply Jennifer

Sometimes the smallest indulgences make the biggest difference. Splurge a little isn’t about excess — it’s about intention, and honoring yourself. Whether it’s a fresh manicure, a soothing facial, a cozy candle, or a warm cup of tea, these little investments in yourself turn into confidence, calmness, and joy.

Here are 8 empowering ways to confidently start treating yourself right.

1. A Skincare Routine That Works For You

Cared-for skin hits differently. Call a dermatologist. It’s self-respect, not indulgence. Skin routines show discipline and intention. It’s not just pampering — it’s an unspoken luxury that leaves you feeling composed, polished, and undeniably put together.

A gentle reminder: Your food choices show on your skin. The cleaner you eat and the more you hydrate, the more your glow begins from within. Nutrition is skincare too.

If you’re new to skincare and it feels overwhelming try starting with a kit. I prefer Bubble – it’s gentle on your skin, vegan, and their Cosmic Silk Toner is the perfect dupe for the popular I’m From Rice Toner.

Here’s a burnout-friendly, minimal routine:

Morning Routine

Cleanser – Gently refresh your skin.
Serum or Moisturizer – Choose one multitasking product.
Eye Cream (optional) – Only if you enjoy it.
Sunscreen – Always the priority.

Nighttime Routine

Cleanser – One good cleanse is enough.
Toner or Mist – Balances the skin.
Treatment or Serum – Retinol, calming, or hydrating.
Moisturizer – Let your skin rest and repair.
Facial Oil (optional) – If your skin loves it.

Exfoliate or mask only when you have energy — once a week is more than enough. And don’t forget to do your oral hygiene routine before your skincare routine.

2. Perfume / Lotions

Scent is memory. Scent is mood. Scent is power.

It tells people who you are before you even speak. It is the quiet signature you leave behind after you exit a room. The invisible accessory that completes every outfit. It is not about being noticed. It is about being remembered. It is the subtle luxury that makes you feel finished, composed, and unmistakably you.

Find your signature scent at department stores like Macy’s or Dillard’s and retailers like Ulta or Sephora. If you’re looking to save check out Nordstrom Rack, Tj Maxx or Ross. Save online with retailers such as FragranceNet and FragranceX.

Tip From A Friend: Apply a dab of Vaseline on your pulse points (wrists, neck, inner elbows, behind your knees) to make your scent last all day.

3. Hair Salon / Hair Care

Your hair is part of how you carry yourself. Here’s your reminder to call your stylist or find one. A fresh cut or color shifts your entire outlook on yourself. Hair frames your face, your mood, your energy. Investing in your hair is investing in first impressions, in confidence, in how the world experiences you before you even speak. This isn’t vanity — it’s presentation.

Tip From A Friend: Discover your hair type and build your haircare routine from there. Guidance from a professional or research will change everything. A routine that’s built on understanding you, not trends.

4. Nail Hygiene

Polished hands = polished energy. It’s a small detail that makes you feel put together.. They signal care, intention, and refinement. Invest in a nail appointment or doing your own at home. It’s finishes your look, you show up composed, and you assert that you honor yourself.

Natural nails can still be luxe. A simple kit — nail brush, clippers, file, cuticle pusher, and nourishing oils — keeps hands polished without polish. Add gloves while cleaning and your hands will always look cared for, effortless, and refined.

5. Massage Therapy

Massage is a luxury you deserve. Your body holds stress whether you acknowledge it or not. Releasing it is an investment in longevity and peace. Soft body, soft life. Your body is not a one-size-fits-all experience. I learned that through fibromyalgia when deep massages felt like care but were actually causing more harm. My body needed gentleness, not force.

True self-care is personalized. Find a therapist that fits you, hydrate generously, and keep your body supported with gentle movement between sessions.

6. Quality Sleep Setup 

Silk pillowcases, soft sheets, blackout curtains — sleep is the ultimate investment. Prioritizing sleep is prioritizing energy, poise, and presence in your life. I fall asleep to a sleep hypnosis podcast followed by eight hours of calming sound — waves, rain, or soft frequencies. It turns sleep into a ritual instead of a routine. Wind down with a warm cup of herbal tea 30 minutes before bed. Chamomile or sleepytime tea being a personal favorite.

My Go-To Sleep Podcasts

Sleep Escape: Guided Sleep Meditation and Hypnosis. Male voice.

Sleep Wave: Sleep Meditations. Narrated by Karissa.

Your Ticke to Snoozeville: Sleep hypnosis and mediations. Ad-free.

8 Hour Sleep Music: Current favorite is 8 hours of Deep Blue Noise, Piano Music, Rain & Thunder for REM Sleep.

7 . Therapy

Therapy isn’t about fixing yourself — it’s about understanding yourself. It gives you tools, boundaries, and emotional clarity that carry into every relationship and decision you make.

Low Cost Ways To Support Your Healing

Community Groups & Support Circles: In-person or online spaces reduce isolation. Who you surround yourself with deeply contributes to your healing. Only positive, optimistic, inspiring people in your circle.

Sliding-Scale Therapists: Many offer reduced rates if you ask.

Nonprofit Counseling Centers: Often low-cost or donation-based. This was how I originally started my therapy journey. Shoutout to Margret from the Jewish Community Services (and no, I’m not Jewish or religious.)

Hotlines Or Text Lines: Support without judgment when you need it most.

8. Technology That Serves You

Your technology should make your life smoother, calmer, and more aligned. Quality over clutter. Intentional over trendy. Invest in technology that supports your growth, your comfort, and your creativity.

An intentional digital life is part of the glow-up. What you follow, what you watch, listen to and what you engage with shapes your energy more than you realize. Choose content that reflects the life you’re building.