Starting Over

Starting a new job can be both exciting and nerve-racking. Whether you just graduated from college and are looking for your first big girl job, or you’re a mom ready to jump back into the workforce, you are not alone in starting a new corporate chapter in your life.

You’re already in a good position, having landed a job in the current job market. You can relax knowing that you did it! Now, it’s time to start thinking about how you will show up at your new job during this exciting time, and perhaps more importantly, how you will show up for yourself. 

Confidence Starts With Consistency

It can be difficult to be confident in yourself as you start your new job and go through this major life change. During times of change, routines create a sense of control. Establishing a new routine to match the lifestyle change you are experiencing will make a big difference.

Routines are more important than you might think. You don’t have to change your day-to-day drastically by picking up a bunch of different habits all at once. You will only set yourself up for failure. 

Instead, you can pick one small thing to work on each week. Slowly build your way up to a routine that feels right to you. Some healthy habits that are easy to introduce to your routine include daily walks, trying balanced food recipes, drinking more water, getting 7+ hours of sleep, and doing your skincare. These might sound silly, but it is the simple things that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. A skincare routine, in particular, can act as a moment to reset, check in with yourself, and start or end your day with intention and self care. 

How Life Transitions Show Up on Your Skin

Major transitions, such as starting a new job, affect you mentally as you deal with complex feelings of anxiety, nerves, or even imposter syndrome. These changes may show up physically too. As you learn new things, take on new responsibilities, and adapt to a new schedule and environment, you also experience new stress.

Many people report dealing with stress-related blemishes and skin issues. Studies show that stress can trigger and make acne worse. Stress can also increase the recovery time for acne, making pimples stay longer and harder to fade. It can even cause skin conditions like eczema to flare up.

While these shifts are normal and nothing to be ashamed of, they can definitely have an impact on how confident you feel walking into a new space.

Reclaiming Time for Yourself

For many women, especially those reentering the workforce after motherhood, finding time for yourself can feel like an afterthought. Skincare can be a powerful way to shop up for yourself, which is just as important as showing up for others. 

Carve out a moment to care for yourself that belongs entirely to you. A few minutes in the morning and at night may be just what you need to take on your new job with self assurance and confidence!

A Simple Routine That Works for Every Schedule

We know starting a new job can be hectic in and of itself, which is why self care and skincare shouldn’t be complex. It shouldn’t be another stressor to your life; it should be quite the opposite. Skincare doesn’t have to be overwhelming, but it should be consistent in order to really make the difference you want to see.

Here is a balanced, simple, and easy skincare routine that will elevate your confidence:

• A gentle cleanser to refresh and remove buildup from the day or night before

• We recommend Skin Sutra’s CLEANSE Pure & Gentle Cleansing Wash

• A hydrating serum to support moisture and maintain a healthy skin barrier

• What better than Skin Sutra’s HYDRATE Hyaluronic Acid Serum?

• A nourishing moisturizer to keep your skin feeling hydrated and plump

• Skin Sutra’s REPLENISH Collagen Peptide Moisturizer is the way to go!

• A Daily Sunscreen to protect your skin against the sun

Skin Sutra’s RESIST SPF 30 uses TiO2, a physical blocker for extra skin protection