This will convince you to start a skin care routine

BRB, applying a face mask. No Images? Click here       Lately, I’ve been finding solace in skin care. There’s something about applying a face mask or trying a new product that feels luxurious to me. My dry, flaky skin begs for a little TLC in the winter. (Sometimes I really miss living in Florida and its humidity, which is basically nature’s moisturizer.) But primarily, setting aside time each night to take care of my skin relaxes me. I’m not alone in this: Many others — including experts — say there are some real mental health perks in a skincare routine. It’s meditative. It’s also a great way to spend time just solely focusing on yourself. Read more about how skin care can also be a form of self-care here, and check out a few other ways you can carve out a few minutes for yourself. Here’s to glowing skin and, most importantly, a stress-free mind. XO, Lindsay Turn up the Wellness Jams Wellness Jams is a curated workout or relaxing playlist from celebrities, influencers and readers. This week, Dorothy Hamill, a former figure skater, Olympic champion and spokesperson for Nature's Bounty, shares the songs she enjoys playing before bed. Take a look at what Dorothy had to say about her favorite sleep tunes below. Falling asleep and staying asleep can be a challenge for me so I created a bit of routine for myself to help because sleeping is such an important way to recover. About an hour before I get into bed, I take melatonin to help with my occasional sleeplessness. I silence my phone and put my phone in a little black pouch to ensure that the bright light does not disturb me — unplugging is so important! Then I put on my favorite sleep playlist to help me unwind and calm my thoughts. Hit play on Dorothy's playlist here Words of wellness Olympian Dana Vollmer on making exercise a priority: “It takes time to make it a habit but it can really change your life once you start doing it.” Chrissy Teigen on experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety: “I also just didn't think it could happen to me... But postpartum does not discriminate. I couldn't control it. And that's part of the reason it took me so long to speak up: I felt selfish, icky and weird saying aloud that I'm struggling. Sometimes I still do.” Angela Bassett on accomplishing goals, no matter your age: “At this age, I think you have to give up any ideas of feeling safe. That’s freedom. Ask yourself: What am I waiting for? You really just have to go for it in life.”   Crushing on this 'Gram Want more wellness? 12 Tweets On Mental Health And Gun Violence Everyone Needs To Read Here's a PSA. Kristi Yamaguchi's Newest Family Member Is Shaking Up Her Life “There’s an excitement in waking up and taking care of him.” Woman Channels Anxiety Condition Into Stunning Self-Portraits Breathtaking.    .     No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love: HuffPost Must Reads. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe    . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe