I am 65 years old, with thick healthy hair, good skin, virtually no lines or wrinkles. I use plain soap and water, nivea moisturiser, baby shampoo and absolutely nothing else other than a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruit and veg and no processed foods. I believe that our bodies are not designed to use/need multiple chemicals .
Finally someone with a simple routine...I know the trend right now is to have a 25-step-skin care routine with brands trying to make us spend a crazy amount of money for the products, however I believe our skin loves it simple!
Being an old fart at 61 1/2, I'm too tired for a multistep, multiproduct routine. And I know they just want my hard earned cash. Young ones, save your money and stash it in the bank! I also know from decades you don't need all that stuff full of chemicals and abrasives. That why I use the beeswax and olive oil. If I can't eat it, I don't want it on my face!
Agreed! How can it even be beneficial to put 25 layers on your face?! And they probably end up just mixing all together. Lol People are making a FORTUNE on skin care products right now because so many people have told us that to get quality 1. It costs a lot more 2. Oh and btw- you need that 25 product routine. 🙄😑
In this world of competition to look best and to do best...where only anxiety is produced...i seriously needed this channel...u really help me with anxiety ...thanks sophie
@@angelinajames239 Am a single mum who once lived on paychecks,the increasing desire to own a cosmetics store made me invest half of my earnings and that was my smartest move so far.
I think if I would have never colored my hair, it would look like hers. I have been coloring for 30 years and it really takes a toll. Wish I could go back and never touch it.
True. I was a person who would use a concealer to hide my pimples & marks when i had guests coming at my place.. but i have started accepting my flaws as time has passed
Cold rinse is so good! cold water closes the hairs cuticle locking in the moisture and the cuticle will lay flat causing smoothness and shine. (I’m a hairstylist) Great video as always✨ I love the routine
I'm sorry to tell you but that is not true. Hair cuticles do not open nor close. However, the hair cuticles can lift (and lifted cuticles means damaged cuticles) and that especially happens when the hair is wet; it doesn't matter whether it's with cold or warm water.
@@skinthusiastic ok so lifted = open and closed = flat. Say it how you like 🤔 We all know heat “lifts” the cuticle. Conditioner and cold water will “flatten” it.
I feel uncomfortable while watching many step skin care routine. Your skin care routine is simple as mine. I like to do makeup but my dermatologist said me to skip any kind of makeup products because my skin is very sensitive. Thanks you for sharing your skin care routine. Lots of love dear sister ❤️
My skin is very happy with the simple routine :) I'm so glad that people can relate to this. Also I stopped using foundation because it would break me out badly. Much love from Maui❤🥰
So glad to see someone real! That aren’t doing the same trends that everyone else are doing and showing on YT or Insta. So refreshing, so wonderful, so WISE!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
i’ve been stressing out watching 100 videos trying to find new clean hair products to use and coming across your video calmed me down so much. thank you 💗 you’re beautiful and your simple way of life is very inspiring
I enjoyed this. I am a holistic master esthetician of almost 4 decades and I teach wabi Sabi, embracing the imperfections of life and in ourselves and aging …a gift. I teach women natural and beautiful and I love how you do as well. Enhance your looks, don’t change your looks invasively. Blessings and SUBSCRIBED 🍑🙌🏻🧡Lisa
I’m sooo happy I found your channel! I was so impatient with my life and never liked what we have. But watching you and how you’re contented with your simple life, I feel like I am reborn to love our humble life in the island. You are such an inspiration ❤️
Your simplicity is so beautiful to me. I turn 30 in June and as I've gotten older, I've been realising that less truly is more. I'm so glad I found you on YT. Your voice and videos are so soothing. I love watching them before bed. 😊
I do believe that Less is better when it comes to hair and skin care routine, for me adding collagen on my diet helps me to maintain healthy hair and skin.. Thank you so much sophie for sharing this video, you made us realized that being unique and doing things that make you look your best is the most important reason why we need this routine, and no need to imitate others own way on how to take good care of themselves, as we all know, what works for them might not work on us. I love watching your videos, because I feel the need to be myself more ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
Do you take collagen supplements or do you get collagen from your food? I've taken hair supplements before but I'm not sure if they really worked for me 😁 thank you so much for your comment as always ❤
@@KatWalkTV collagen supplements are actually a scam, because the molecule gets digested and degraded in your intestines before it can reach your skin or hair
I stopped blow dying my hair about 7 years ago. I stopped coloring my hair about 6 years ago. No more split ends. :) I get compliments almost every day. I save money, time, mess. I used to have sooo many hair products. I rarely use any styling products now. When people were panicking about the salons closing, I didn't worry. My natural hair color is dark, but it whitened over years lol. I get asked what i do. It's in style, kind of platinum. Literally nothing. I only brush or comb my hair maybe 2 or 3 times a day (my hair is kind of shoulder length). Dr Dray is a great derm to follow daily. Paula's choice has great products. Beautypedia has great reviews
Whenever I need some calm in my life, your Chanel is my go to, I can watch your videos non Stop all day long. your such a beautiful soul💗 you make me remember my old simple life back in years when i was taking it so slow & enjoying it more, I hope I can meet you one day. Keep going my dear I wish you all the best for your life & your Chanel 🙏
Loveee your less is more approach. ❤ I keep my routine very simple too and don't use too many products. Another thing I like to do, is saying positive affirmations out loud about myself. Well,I notice such a difference the way I look at myself and treat myself 🌼
I can relate to less is more. My skin is at its best when I use very little product. Right now aloe vera gel from the plant works like a charm followed with a light serum. After spending so much money on ton of skincare I finally have no texture or acne only with a £3 aloe branch
So glad you can relate to me ❤ aloe is one of favorites too. Yeah there are so many things in my pantry and fridge I use on my skin for cheap with better results
I think it 100 depends on skin type. I've been lucky to always have clear skin and tried using absolutely nothing except water and sunscreen to a whole multistep regimen and it made minimal difference. What I did notice is showering helps clear my pores though. Hair products really make a difference for me though. But all this stuff is topical, only vitamins and what you eat change the internal structure.
@@marisolbella hey hey. I buy aloe leaves from my local grocery store, and then I cut the gel into cubes and freeze it. I take them out as I need them. For me its the most cost efficient way of using aloe and I know it's just pure aloe and nothing added to it
@@AndreeaProdan hi Andreea, thanks for explaining. Well, I got lots of aloe leaves, I have three aloe 's plants at home. I guess you just the gel over your face for a certain time, isn't it?
I prefer a simple beauty routine too. I like the natural look best. I 'm French, and most French women don't wear a lot of make up. You're very pretty, so you don't need more on your face.
I LOOOOVE not wearing make up. I use to just wear mascara and maybe eyeliner. Maybe a bold lip by itself. But then I just couldnt be bothered with washing it off at the end of the day. I agree, natural is best on me as well.
I love watching all your videos and learnt about slow living. Thank you so much! I have decluttered so much of my makeup and skincare (finishing the last bits of products) and clothing. I only want things that sparks joy to me not because of crazy advertisements and the motto that 'shopping makes everything perfect'. Lots of love xxx
Your voice is sooo beautiful. And soothing. I used to have such thick hair as well and I used nothing but shampoo and conditioner. Then after my second baby was born it all fell out! I waited for it to grow back because everyone said it would grow back once the hormones went back to normal. But it never did. I finally got it to grow back by using lots of products (serums, masks etc) and most especially by taking hair vitamins. I think the hair vitamins are what made the most difference.
I've also stopped using any hair products like serum, masks everything, even conditioner. I just use a simple herbal shampoo and satin scrunchies helped me a lot. I've healthy hair now💖.
Really was in need of your calm video🤗. Simple and clean routines are the best and your one comes with a bonus of bringing peace and serene too. Lots of love 💕
Hi! Malama. I am so glad to see someone far from my country to use our products. I am from Greece and Korres is the best on body and skin care. Their body lotion is a dream smooth and aromatic.
Every time when I need some calm, I watch your video which always soothes me. I admire the way you live. I will support your simple and beautiful life from Korea :)
I don't know if you've already done something like this on TH-cam, but if you haven't (and if you've heard this request from other people, too), I would really appreciate a video on how you keep in shape/take care of your body. It's the bane of my existence but you're so inspiring in other ways I think you might just make a dent.
Your voice is so soothing and relaxing! I’m on the road to simplifying my skincare and hair routine as well! The more simple, the better I feel! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I loved those hair curls!!
Loved this! I do THE SAME with my hair - damp at night, and also towel-it up when drying. You've got such gorgeous hair! I highlighted mine last year and it's now gone so dry, so I won't be doing that again... I've switched now to shampoo and conditioner bars in order to reduce my plastic use. Thanks for sharing! 🙌
@@MalamaLife Yup! The shampoo bars I've tried I've loved, but the conditioner bars are hit or miss. They might make my hair feel soft, but it ends up looking a bit wiry when dry, so I still have to use lots of serums, etc after. Then again - it's probably coz of all that highlighting that's destroyed my hair. I love Ethique's bars: ethique.com/ (it's NOT an affiliate link, lol) Try them! If nothing else, it'll make for great content in your next video. HA! 😜
I LOVE shampoo bars it's the only thing I use. But I haven't had any luck with conditioner bars, they all make my hair so tangled it's impossible to detangle it and I have to use my usual chem filled conditioners in order to be able to detangle it. But I've always had self-tangling hair all my life my hair is just naturally very tangly.
Thank you so much. This is exactly what I needed to see. Not that I am spending 100 on euros every month, but every 5 dollar, I can save, I can put towards my fertility treatment ❤️
@@MalamaLife you are absolutely right. Social media is probably not the best for me, to be honest 🤭 so it's great having some real life advice from real people ❤️ Thank you so much ❤️
Your videos are like podcasts to me. I listen to them every night before going to bed. I feel very peaceful and relaxed after a tiring day of work and study
Hello from France ! I love the simplicity of your routine! I have a simple routine too and my skin is still ok. Simplicity is the best. Your video help me to start my day with calm and serenity. Thank you!
Simple skincare is great. I do think you need a separate sunscreen instead of a moisturizer with spf. Normally it's very weak. Sunscreen is the most important skincare product you need. You might consider applying 2 or 3 times a day to slow down aging.
Thank you for this! I am still trying to find spf that doesn't break me out or leave white film all over. I try to wear my cap when I go out for a long time, but the sun is soo strong here
@@MalamaLife Maybe try charlotte cho soko glam or dr dray youtube channel. They normally recommend sunscreen's. If you have sensitive skin, it would be a problem. Some sunscreens don't have whitecast like biore uv, but not sure if it creates break outs. I not bothered with whitecast unless it's really bad lol My mum gave me hers and it was really bad. I used it at home when no one was around.
Thank you❤ you are my daily routine that i really love to do. You make me calm and at peace everytime i am anxious. Your soothing voice and your personal expEriences made me live completely at the moment and choose loving myself
Hi dear, this is so therapeutic. Your voice and the background music are so well put together. Also, thank you for the hair and skin care tips. Sending love to you. :)
This came right in time! I've been trying to make a switch to a summer skincare routine so I'm mentally taking notes. May give some of those products a try. Thank you, Sophie! :)
I am so in love with your Videos! They always make me feel so calm and at the same time the topics you talk about are always so interesting! 💚 Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
I used to be a crazy 10+ step skin care person lol 😝 thank goodness i fell out of that consumerism mentality! I'm really interested in that perilla powder, going to look into that! thanks
I’m right there with you. My biggest insecurity is my skin. My Rosie checks causes me to want to put foundation on everyday . Plus, my oily skin. I’ll definetly check out that skin care 🧡 thanks for being so honest
I really like your beautiful hair😍😍 I have gray hair and used to colour them. This year I am embracing my gray hair... it looks really kind of messy because of the uneven. I am accepting the natural of aging process. Love your voice and video. Beautiful place you live in.
I love that you are embracing it. I think I will do the same. I used to dye my mom's Grey hair for her, but she just embraces it and I think there's so much beauty in thay too❤
I’m 38 and experiencing crazy hair loss. From my lab result I’m low in vitamin D, iron, b12, the list go on. I have recently find out how to minimize hair loss; after shower I don’t comb or mess with my hair, just dab the end with a towels and let it air dry for 30 min, after that I can do 5 minutes of cool blow dry without combing or messing with my scalp. My hair look kind frizzy and crazy wavy by doing this, but I’m trying to slow down the shedding 😥 gentle wash on scalp, use tip of my fingers for massage, no fingernails Your hair is sooo puuuurty 🤤 wish I’m young again I would treasure and care for my hair more
Thanks for sharing your story. I was really rough with my hair and now finding ways to be gentle with it as well. I wish you the best with your hair journey ❤
Your hair is gorgeous! 😍 I miss my long hair, I used to treat it the exact same way you do and it was shiny and full and slightly wavy. But since I started dying it I ruined it, and I regret it 😭
💜I felt the need to comment with more context other than my usual heart-- GIRL, I LOVE YOUR ELEPHANT WATERING CAN!!! That just made my day. EDIT: and the elephant lamp! girl. Elephants are my spirit animal, too!
Please consider wearing ear plugs when blow drying your hair to save your hearing ability into late age. The more you allow loud volume near your ears (vacuuming, lawn mower, power tools, loud music), the younger you’ll loose your hearing ability. Trust me, it becomes tiresome for people to talk to you once you start to have trouble hearing the high-pitched sounds in conversation. Also, ear buds are bad for your hearing. Your ears were designed by God to catch sound waves & dampen them by the time they reach your eardrum. Earbuds put sound waves directly on the eardrum, which damages your hearing.
Thank you for sharing I noticed I am having Trouble hearing my music through my ear buds which I haven’t found out if it’s my ear buds yet or just me but I wondered if I was damaging my ear drums or something
Wow what a calm and soothing vlog. When I saw you stand up and put on ur bag, I felt soothed and I said awwww at the simplicity and naturalness of ur routine and you stood up with a natural beauty and sophistication. I said yes! and subscribed! Simple and Stunning. This is a routine I can do with my disability
So, i wanted to get something from sephora lol. I don't need more, but because of this post, I got the ilia "mini" set. Looking forward to it, and something else I needed. Then I got a spring mini fragrance and two samples, of course
Everytime i see your video i fall n love with it and feel i need to love myself so badly. Myself has never been in my priority list i always thought i dnt have time to waste on myself. But u have made me think about myself and made me realize it dont need much money and time to take care of yourself. This is your third video i have seen u r such a therapy thank you i hope i ll see all your videos soon. Thanks girl ♥️
I have the same shower and hair washing routine but no matter how much conditioner I use, my hair is so frizzy. I also stopped coloring my hair almost 7 years ago, I actually like all the grey between the black hair. 😆
It's funny to me when all the Indian aunties in my community comment on how my hair is so grey and I'm still young. Like, ok, being young has nothing to do with it cause DNA and science in general! 😆
I have always loved grey hair! I quit coloring my hair a few years back. For one, it saves a ton of money and two, I just decided to be happy with the color I have. It’s now starting to turn grey and I’m so excited!
Beautiful video. My acne cleared up also when I switched to using CeRave cleanser for oily skin and that’s it. No serums, oils, moisturizers or anything. Less is more. I think all the stuff we use trying to “fix” things just ends up destroying our skins microbiome. We have an acid mantle that sits on top of our skin and when we leave it alone, it protects us from environmental conditions and toxins. I’m 51 now and have been using only a gentle cleanser for many years. For the first time I’m starting to see the effects of collagen loss that goes along with menopause. 😏 I was just searching for a good vitamin C serum to add to my cleanse only routine and then your video popped up. 💕 You’ve been blessed with some good genes girl. Hehe 😘
Wow I accidentally bumped into this video and this is probably my peace manifestation. I'm glad I found you. Boy, you are beautiful 😻 Even I have oily skin and had acne all my life. Someone said "All pretty girls have acne" ❤️
The dislikes are from Neutrogena, Clinique, Nordstrom, Cetaphil and so on LOL. I'm a guy, and I've always leaned to telling anyone you never needed much for your face. A. Get the dirt off with oil free wash..rinse, B temporarily coat it with something natural(doesnt have to be everyday of the week), heck some people use honey even. C. Apply some natural moisturization or even just rinse off and carry on. The money spent on skincare is insanity
Yeah I knew something was wrong when i realized my husband's skin was better than mine and he doesn't use anything for his face 😆👍 thanks for watching!
@@MalamaLife haha true but to be fair a lot of men shave every day which exfoliates, and to begin with men typically have thicker more resilient skin texture. But I like the idea !
My only skincare for the past 17 years has been removing makeup with oil, washing my face with natural homemade soap and using an oil as moisturizer, olive oil or almond oil or any oil you like. Well I'm still too young to go about boasting about how I don't have any wrinkles because at my age it's still common to not have wrinkles. But I knew a man who did boast about his age all the time, he was 64 and had the smooth skin of a man in his 30's and he said the only thing he ever used on it was olive oil.
My hair used to be exactly like that texture length thickness everything exactly like that before starting university it got worst due to stress and need to work in the heat of summers in India. During this lockdown I tried to pick it back up its no where near but its getting better I tried this yoga that helps with hair gain, I washed it once a week cause who cares at home about greasy hair, I oiled my hair everytime before washing and used almond oil instead of conditioner after shampooing and then lightly rinsing hair that won't get off all the oil but its not as oily as oiled hair. And always all the time 24*7 kept my hair in a light braid. I comb my hair twice a day to change my hair band because i think it gets dirty if it stays for too long on hair and that's good for detangling too. I hope i get it all back.
I have dry skin and my face is dry and you can see the dry flakes around my mouth. I don’t like to use a lot of different stuff on my face. So recently I have been washing my face with natural goat milk/almond milk mixture bar soap, then apply Moringa oil to hydrate my face. My face stay hydrate all day. No dryness whatsoever. It doesn’t make my face look or feel oily. So happy with Moringa oil. I’m glad you found something that works for you. I may try the shampoo and conditioner you’re using if what I’m using now doesn’t work. Been looking for one that works for both my hair and scalp. No luck yet but I’ll see how the new brand does for my hair and scalp. Thanks for sharing your routines and tips.
Korres is really great and I think they have special shampoo for dry skin. However their products do contain sodium laureth sulfate though FYI. I love using oils for my evening routine😍 I'll have a look into moringa oil as well. Thanks for sharing!
I have not used any skin care products since six months ago, I think it’s very good to me, and I have a bag just like yours, it’s surprised me. Maybe my English writing seems little awkward, because English is my second language,.why I watching your video is it’s can also improve my English listening. And also I am on the way become minimalism. Like you so much.
I used to sleep with damp hair but I started having itch scalp, then I read that sleeping with damp hair can cause fungus. The reason, bacteria on your pillow case but even though your pillow is clean, fungus like warm wet areas to grow in.
I feel we have so much in common. Since my childhood I use only coconut oil , it's fragrance n texture goes well with my hair. Also I too wash twice a week or so.
Kudos to your patience...it's not easy to maintain such long and healthy hair even with a simple routine👏👏👏 And I love the fact how you honor your skin tone and not try to change it at all ❤ I always keep choppy bob hair because I love it that way + low maintainance 🤭 And for skincare, I make exfoliator and skin masks at home.. and use them once a week and I don't do make up. 😊😊
Its already a routine ms.Sophie😁to check if you already uploaded your new video. It always reminds me of "simplicity" and "appreciating of what you have in life"because my greatest dream is to have a house for my kids, even it is small and simple but you can call it a home💙💙💙this video is all about hair and skin care routine but here i am talking about something😂🤗
What's your skin and hair care tips? 🥰
I think, for hair vitamin E serum is must.
About once a week I let my skin breathe at night with zero products on it. I find that it helps my skin to find its own balance.
@brownies snow and it's just feels so amazing!!
@@juairiya4266 🥰❤
@@flowaaar ooooh my mom does this too! She swears by it
I am 65 years old, with thick healthy hair, good skin, virtually no lines or wrinkles. I use plain soap and water, nivea moisturiser, baby shampoo and absolutely nothing else other than a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruit and veg and no processed foods. I believe that our bodies are not designed to use/need multiple chemicals .
:)
baby shampoo?? I do love the way they smell. Thanks for the idea!
Which baby shampoo do you use
may I ask which baby shampoo you use ? I'm only 16 and my hair falls so much.
@@rijutamang7345 check your hormones
Finally someone with a simple routine...I know the trend right now is to have a 25-step-skin care routine with brands trying to make us spend a crazy amount of money for the products, however I believe our skin loves it simple!
Thank you! Simpler the better in my opinion 😁 (although the 25 step skin person might have better skin than I do)
caronanny WELL SAID!!!
Being an old fart at 61 1/2, I'm too tired for a multistep, multiproduct routine. And I know they just want my hard earned cash. Young ones, save your money and stash it in the bank! I also know from decades you don't need all that stuff full of chemicals and abrasives. That why I use the beeswax and olive oil. If I can't eat it, I don't want it on my face!
agree'd I bought into the heavy use of skin care and I damaged my skin.
Agreed! How can it even be beneficial to put 25 layers on your face?! And they probably end up just mixing all together. Lol
People are making a FORTUNE on skin care products right now because so many people have told us that to get quality
1. It costs a lot more
2. Oh and btw- you need that 25 product routine. 🙄😑
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” -Leonardo da Vinci
Beautiful and calming video as always. Have a wonderful week everyone :)
You always have the best quotes 😁❤❤❤
My hair and skin care routines are more simple than this
In this world of competition to look best and to do best...where only anxiety is produced...i seriously needed this channel...u really help me with anxiety ...thanks sophie
😊💕 I'm so happy to hear that! You are right, there is so much unecesssry pressure. I wish we could all love and embrace our individual beauties
@@MalamaLife so true...love and best wishes from Nepal 🤗
The world & all of its noise disappears when I watch your videos. I have absolutely no stress & no expectations of myself watching you. I am just me.
Haha aww 😍❤ makes me so happy to hear!
Yeah....
Everybody needs to invest on there skin,it's definitely gonna represent one for a very long time..
Treat your makeup like jewelry for the face. Play with colors, shapes, structure - it can transform you.”
@@filip_ji lol..
Wise words😍😍
@@angelinajames239 Am a single mum who once lived on paychecks,the increasing desire to own a cosmetics store made me invest half of my earnings and that was my smartest move so far.
Your hair is the proof that we don't need any product in our hair! Gosh, they are so long, healthy, shiny!
aww thank you so much! I have learned the hard way that we don't need much products :)
@vick • true
@@MalamaLife true my friend
not with curly hair, i end up using the whole bottle of the product in like under 4 days to a week
I think if I would have never colored my hair, it would look like hers. I have been coloring for 30 years and it really takes a toll. Wish I could go back and never touch it.
I like that your routine is simple, no fuss, and it's true what you said that when you get older you learn to accept yourself more.
Its such a great feeling :) thanks for watching
@@MalamaLife truly nothing about our personal upkeep is supposed to be complicated. You're welcome, have a great day 🤗
True. I was a person who would use a concealer to hide my pimples & marks when i had guests coming at my place.. but i have started accepting my flaws as time has passed
Cold rinse is so good!
cold water closes the hairs cuticle locking in the moisture and the cuticle will lay flat causing smoothness and shine.
(I’m a hairstylist)
Great video as always✨ I love the routine
Thanks Alexa!!! I didn't know why it was good, I knew that my hair always felt really soft after :)❤
I'm sorry to tell you but that is not true. Hair cuticles do not open nor close. However, the hair cuticles can lift (and lifted cuticles means damaged cuticles) and that especially happens when the hair is wet; it doesn't matter whether it's with cold or warm water.
@@skinthusiastic ok so lifted = open and closed = flat.
Say it how you like 🤔
We all know heat “lifts” the cuticle. Conditioner and cold water will “flatten” it.
@@AllThingsAlexa Conditioner, yes. It does flatten the cuticles but only temporarily. Water (even cold) does not.
@@skinthusiastic preach!
I feel uncomfortable while watching many step skin care routine. Your skin care routine is simple as mine. I like to do makeup but my dermatologist said me to skip any kind of makeup products because my skin is very sensitive. Thanks you for sharing your skin care routine.
Lots of love dear sister ❤️
My skin is very happy with the simple routine :) I'm so glad that people can relate to this. Also I stopped using foundation because it would break me out badly. Much love from Maui❤🥰
So glad to see someone real! That aren’t doing the same trends that everyone else are doing and showing on YT or Insta. So refreshing, so wonderful, so WISE!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Finally someone talks about skin & hair care.
❤❤
i’ve been stressing out watching 100 videos trying to find new clean hair products to use and coming across your video calmed me down so much. thank you 💗 you’re beautiful and your simple way of life is very inspiring
😊 much love to you!
I enjoyed this. I am a holistic master esthetician of almost 4 decades and I teach wabi Sabi, embracing the imperfections of life and in ourselves and aging …a gift. I teach women natural and beautiful and I love how you do as well. Enhance your looks, don’t change your looks invasively. Blessings and SUBSCRIBED 🍑🙌🏻🧡Lisa
I’m sooo happy I found your channel!
I was so impatient with my life and never liked what we have. But watching you and how you’re contented with your simple life, I feel like I am reborn to love our humble life in the island. You are such an inspiration ❤️
Your simplicity is so beautiful to me. I turn 30 in June and as I've gotten older, I've been realising that less truly is more.
I'm so glad I found you on YT. Your voice and videos are so soothing. I love watching them before bed. 😊
Thanks so much Michelle 😊❤ yes spent a lot and learned a lot in my 20s haha but less is truly more. Thanks for watching
I do believe that Less is better when it comes to hair and skin care routine, for me adding collagen on my diet helps me to maintain healthy hair and skin.. Thank you so much sophie for sharing this video, you made us realized that being unique and doing things that make you look your best is the most important reason why we need this routine, and no need to imitate others own way on how to take good care of themselves, as we all know, what works for them might not work on us.
I love watching your videos, because I feel the need to be myself more ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
Do you take collagen supplements or do you get collagen from your food? I've taken hair supplements before but I'm not sure if they really worked for me 😁 thank you so much for your comment as always ❤
@@MalamaLife I'm adding collegen powder in my morning coffee or sometimes afternoon beverages ♥
@@KatWalkTV collagen supplements are actually a scam, because the molecule gets digested and degraded in your intestines before it can reach your skin or hair
I stopped blow dying my hair about 7 years ago. I stopped coloring my hair about 6 years ago. No more split ends. :)
I get compliments almost every day. I save money, time, mess. I used to have sooo many hair products. I rarely use any styling products now. When people were panicking about the salons closing, I didn't worry.
My natural hair color is dark, but it whitened over years lol. I get asked what i do. It's in style, kind of platinum.
Literally nothing. I only brush or comb my hair maybe 2 or 3 times a day (my hair is kind of shoulder length).
Dr Dray is a great derm to follow daily. Paula's choice has great products. Beautypedia has great reviews
Good for you! That's so awesome🥰 thanks for sharing
I really am grateful for your presence here on TH-cam ... And self care is self love 💋🎀🐎
You're so sweet. Thank you soo much ❤ that means a lot!
@@MalamaLife 💛
Finally a simple routine which is ACTUALLY simple! 🤭 Love and hugs like always, Sophie 🤗
Yay! so happy you liked it. Big hugs :)
My skin healed when I minimized my skin care routine as well! I used to use all of these products and my skin was horrendous
Me to.... sigh. Only If I had known! I wasted so much money because of all the claims
Whenever I need some calm in my life, your Chanel is my go to, I can watch your videos non Stop all day long. your such a beautiful soul💗 you make me remember my old simple life back in years when i was taking it so slow & enjoying it more, I hope I can meet you one day. Keep going my dear I wish you all the best for your life & your Chanel 🙏
Thank you so much Sarah. Such a kind comment. Really appreciate you ❤
Loveee your less is more approach. ❤ I keep my routine very simple too and don't use too many products. Another thing I like to do, is saying positive affirmations out loud about myself. Well,I notice such a difference the way I look at myself and treat myself 🌼
I can relate to less is more. My skin is at its best when I use very little product. Right now aloe vera gel from the plant works like a charm followed with a light serum. After spending so much money on ton of skincare I finally have no texture or acne only with a £3 aloe branch
So glad you can relate to me ❤ aloe is one of favorites too. Yeah there are so many things in my pantry and fridge I use on my skin for cheap with better results
I think it 100 depends on skin type. I've been lucky to always have clear skin and tried using absolutely nothing except water and sunscreen to a whole multistep regimen and it made minimal difference. What I did notice is showering helps clear my pores though. Hair products really make a difference for me though. But all this stuff is topical, only vitamins and what you eat change the internal structure.
@andreea What's the aloe's brand name? Tks
@@marisolbella hey hey. I buy aloe leaves from my local grocery store, and then I cut the gel into cubes and freeze it. I take them out as I need them. For me its the most cost efficient way of using aloe and I know it's just pure aloe and nothing added to it
@@AndreeaProdan hi Andreea, thanks for explaining. Well, I got lots of aloe leaves, I have three aloe 's plants at home. I guess you just the gel over your face for a certain time, isn't it?
Thank you for posting your videos with patience, manners, love and providing us with abundant knowledge. Thank you for not yelling.
I prefer a simple beauty routine too. I like the natural look best. I 'm French, and most French women don't wear a lot of make up. You're very pretty, so you don't need more on your face.
I LOOOOVE not wearing make up. I use to just wear mascara and maybe eyeliner. Maybe a bold lip by itself. But then I just couldnt be bothered with washing it off at the end of the day. I agree, natural is best on me as well.
Thank you Sophie for doing a real, not sponsored video! This is very helpful :)
I love watching all your videos and learnt about slow living. Thank you so much! I have decluttered so much of my makeup and skincare (finishing the last bits of products) and clothing. I only want things that sparks joy to me not because of crazy advertisements and the motto that 'shopping makes everything perfect'. Lots of love xxx
So happy to hear that :) I keep finding skincare and makeup to declutter as well. I hope you're loving your decluttered space. ❤❤❤
Your voice is sooo beautiful. And soothing. I used to have such thick hair as well and I used nothing but shampoo and conditioner. Then after my second baby was born it all fell out! I waited for it to grow back because everyone said it would grow back once the hormones went back to normal. But it never did. I finally got it to grow back by using lots of products (serums, masks etc) and most especially by taking hair vitamins. I think the hair vitamins are what made the most difference.
So relaxing hearing your voice and cinematic video! Love this .. learn to love ourselves is always be the best.
I love the way to speak.. It's really therapeutic...
🥰 thank you so much
I love how natural you are! this is very rare in TH-cam.
Thank you ❤😍
I've also stopped using any hair products like serum, masks everything, even conditioner. I just use a simple herbal shampoo and satin scrunchies helped me a lot. I've healthy hair now💖.
R u indian
@@pranikaworld6673 Yep!
Really was in need of your calm video🤗.
Simple and clean routines are the best and your one comes with a bonus of bringing peace and serene too.
Lots of love 💕
😊❤ aw thanks for watching.
Hi! Malama. I am so glad to see someone far from my country to use our products. I am from Greece and Korres is the best on body and skin care. Their body lotion is a dream smooth and aromatic.
Jesus Christ...her voice is my new asmr therapy ...love it so much
Every time when I need some calm, I watch your video which always soothes me. I admire the way you live.
I will support your simple and beautiful life from Korea :)
Thank you so much Soyun! I'm so happy to hear that :) your support is much appreciated
This is really genuine and i like how im getting tips at an early age so when i'm older i won't waste all my money on useless products
❤😊 exactly!
You are a true inspiration with an authentic personality ❤️ Thank you for being you!
You're so kind. Thanks for your comment ❤
I don't know if you've already done something like this on TH-cam, but if you haven't (and if you've heard this request from other people, too), I would really appreciate a video on how you keep in shape/take care of your body. It's the bane of my existence but you're so inspiring in other ways I think you might just make a dent.
Your voice is so soothing and relaxing! I’m on the road to simplifying my skincare and hair routine as well! The more simple, the better I feel! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I loved those hair curls!!
Yes!! Simple is so much better :) Thank you so much for watching!
@@MalamaLife I agree 100%! :) Keep the videos coming!
Loved this! I do THE SAME with my hair - damp at night, and also towel-it up when drying. You've got such gorgeous hair! I highlighted mine last year and it's now gone so dry, so I won't be doing that again... I've switched now to shampoo and conditioner bars in order to reduce my plastic use. Thanks for sharing! 🙌
Do you like the shampoo and conditioner bars? I have been contemplating on getting them, but hesitant because it's a whole new concept for me 😆
@@MalamaLife Yup! The shampoo bars I've tried I've loved, but the conditioner bars are hit or miss. They might make my hair feel soft, but it ends up looking a bit wiry when dry, so I still have to use lots of serums, etc after. Then again - it's probably coz of all that highlighting that's destroyed my hair. I love Ethique's bars: ethique.com/ (it's NOT an affiliate link, lol) Try them! If nothing else, it'll make for great content in your next video. HA! 😜
Thank you sooo much 😍 ok maybe I'll try this when the Korres runs out haha
@@MalamaLife woohoo! Can't wait to hear what you think. x
I LOVE shampoo bars it's the only thing I use. But I haven't had any luck with conditioner bars, they all make my hair so tangled it's impossible to detangle it and I have to use my usual chem filled conditioners in order to be able to detangle it. But I've always had self-tangling hair all my life my hair is just naturally very tangly.
You're so cute, I admire the way you look at life, I've been watching your videos just a couple of months ago, but definitely you're unique! ✨
Thanks Karen 🥰 so happy you're enjoying the videos!
Thank you so much. This is exactly what I needed to see. Not that I am spending 100 on euros every month, but every 5 dollar, I can save, I can put towards my fertility treatment ❤️
I really don't think it takes much for us to look our best❤️ and best wishes to you!
@@MalamaLife you are absolutely right. Social media is probably not the best for me, to be honest 🤭 so it's great having some real life advice from real people ❤️
Thank you so much ❤️
I love how simple your skin and hair care routine was 😊 Also your vids are so calm and relaxing 😊 I enjoyed watching them 😊
Thank you April 🥰❤
Your videos are like podcasts to me. I listen to them every night before going to bed. I feel very peaceful and relaxed after a tiring day of work and study
Hello from France ! I love the simplicity of your routine! I have a simple routine too and my skin is still ok. Simplicity is the best. Your video help me to start my day with calm and serenity. Thank you!
Thank you so much Patty. I really appreciate your support.
Simple skincare is great. I do think you need a separate sunscreen instead of a moisturizer with spf. Normally it's very weak. Sunscreen is the most important skincare product you need. You might consider applying 2 or 3 times a day to slow down aging.
Thank you for this! I am still trying to find spf that doesn't break me out or leave white film all over. I try to wear my cap when I go out for a long time, but the sun is soo strong here
@@MalamaLife Maybe try charlotte cho soko glam or dr dray youtube channel. They normally recommend sunscreen's. If you have sensitive skin, it would be a problem. Some sunscreens don't have whitecast like biore uv, but not sure if it creates break outs. I not bothered with whitecast unless it's really bad lol My mum gave me hers and it was really bad. I used it at home when no one was around.
Get one of those really big hat, it's worth it :)
@@fearless6947 you are so annoying
When I sleep with a damp bun and then take it out, I swear I look like Albert Einstein and it looks absolutely crazy hahahah
Hahahah relatable 😂🥲
LOL 😁❤
Haha same 😬
😂😂😂
Hahahaha!!! U are so cute! This comment made my day @Sam
Thank you❤ you are my daily routine that i really love to do. You make me calm and at peace everytime i am anxious. Your soothing voice and your personal expEriences made me live completely at the moment and choose loving myself
❤️🥺 thank you so much
Hi dear, this is so therapeutic. Your voice and the background music are so well put together. Also, thank you for the hair and skin care tips. Sending love to you. :)
Thank you so much for watching :)
Her voice is so calming.love it!!
Very much in need of a therapeutic video and here you arrive like an angel😍😍😍
Haha Yay! 😁❤
When you said “as i go into my 30s” my jaw dropped. You look like a college student! Just glowing
The more I simplified my skincare, the better
My skin was! Still working on my mop though lol
Yes!! I stopped spending so much for these skin products 😁 but I love your hair
Same here 🙌🏻
Same exact thing
This came right in time! I've been trying to make a switch to a summer skincare routine so I'm mentally taking notes. May give some of those products a try. Thank you, Sophie! :)
I'm so happy to hear that! So excited for summer 🥰❤
I am so in love with your Videos! They always make me feel so calm and at the same time the topics you talk about are always so interesting! 💚 Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
Thank you so much Elisa 😊 that means a lot to me!
I used to be a crazy 10+ step skin care person lol 😝 thank goodness i fell out of that consumerism mentality! I'm really interested in that perilla powder, going to look into that! thanks
I thought I had to follow the 10+ korean skincare, but it just wasn't for me. You're right, I think a lot to with just marketing. Thanks Brandon ❤
I’m right there with you. My biggest insecurity is my skin. My Rosie checks causes me to want to put foundation on everyday . Plus, my oily skin. I’ll definetly check out that skin care 🧡 thanks for being so honest
I really like your beautiful hair😍😍 I have gray hair and used to colour them. This year I am embracing my gray hair... it looks really kind of messy because of the uneven. I am accepting the natural of aging process. Love your voice and video. Beautiful place you live in.
I love that you are embracing it. I think I will do the same. I used to dye my mom's Grey hair for her, but she just embraces it and I think there's so much beauty in thay too❤
I’m 38 and experiencing crazy hair loss. From my lab result I’m low in vitamin D, iron, b12, the list go on. I have recently find out how to minimize hair loss; after shower I don’t comb or mess with my hair, just dab the end with a towels and let it air dry for 30 min, after that I can do 5 minutes of cool blow dry without combing or messing with my scalp. My hair look kind frizzy and crazy wavy by doing this, but I’m trying to slow down the shedding 😥 gentle wash on scalp, use tip of my fingers for massage, no fingernails
Your hair is sooo puuuurty 🤤 wish I’m young again I would treasure and care for my hair more
Thanks for sharing your story. I was really rough with my hair and now finding ways to be gentle with it as well. I wish you the best with your hair journey ❤
What is perilla powder and where can I find it ? I just subscribed tonight,by the way.
The quality of these videos are amazing! And you have a very soothing voice. Great work :)
Thank you so much 😊❤ appreciate it very much
Your hair is gorgeous! 😍 I miss my long hair, I used to treat it the exact same way you do and it was shiny and full and slightly wavy. But since I started dying it I ruined it, and I regret it 😭
I used to get balayage and my hair texture really suffered from it too 😬 thanks for watching
Which shampoo/ conditioner did you use when your hair was longer? Currently looking for something I finally like so I can stick with it
I was very happy to saw that you use Greek natural products. I am from Greece and they are perfect. Super super natural.
Next time use also Apivita Greek products. You will love it 😉
I love simple hair and skin routines. I hate spending a lot of time on either one. Thanks for sharing.
I save a lot of time with having just a simple routine. It's been working well so far :)
As a minimalist, I shaved my hair into a buzzcut. Super easy to maintain, hassle free and less use of products. Not to mention, liberating!
💜I felt the need to comment with more context other than my usual heart-- GIRL, I LOVE YOUR ELEPHANT WATERING CAN!!! That just made my day. EDIT: and the elephant lamp! girl. Elephants are my spirit animal, too!
Love that you love elephants too 😍❤ aren't they just the most magical creatures. I have so many elephant themed things in my house 😁👍
It is VERY cute :-)
Happy Tuesday Sophie!
At the center of your being
you have the answer;
you know who you are
and you know what you want.
- Lao Tzu
Elan ❤😊 thank you for sharing that. Wise wise words
Please consider wearing ear plugs when blow drying your hair to save your hearing ability into late age. The more you allow loud volume near your ears (vacuuming, lawn mower, power tools, loud music), the younger you’ll loose your hearing ability. Trust me, it becomes tiresome for people to talk to you once you start to have trouble hearing the high-pitched sounds in conversation. Also, ear buds are bad for your hearing. Your ears were designed by God to catch sound waves & dampen them by the time they reach your eardrum. Earbuds put sound waves directly on the eardrum, which damages your hearing.
Thanks for your advice. Always appreciated
Thank you for sharing I noticed I am having Trouble hearing my music through my ear buds which I haven’t found out if it’s my ear buds yet or just me but I wondered if I was damaging my ear drums or something
I love this video! Some forget that most people are not full time TH-camrs and we all do not have time for complex routines!!!! 😊 I love your videos
Thanks Macy 😍 saves a lot of time and money to just have a consistent simple routine. Thanks for watching
Please do more cozy morning / night routine videos☺️ I’m really like all of your videos ❤️
Thanks so much for watching 😊 yes more videos coming up!
Wow what a calm and soothing vlog. When I saw you stand up and put on ur bag, I felt soothed and I said awwww at the simplicity and naturalness of ur routine and you stood up with a natural beauty and sophistication. I said yes! and subscribed! Simple and Stunning. This is a routine I can do with my disability
So, i wanted to get something from sephora lol. I don't need more, but because of this post, I got the ilia "mini" set. Looking forward to it, and something else I needed. Then I got a spring mini fragrance and two samples, of course
Thank you for posting this for me and everyone else
🥰 thanks for watching!
Effortlessly chic! Love your style. ❤️
Thank you Simone 🥰 I appreciate you
Everytime i see your video i fall n love with it and feel i need to love myself so badly. Myself has never been in my priority list i always thought i dnt have time to waste on myself. But u have made me think about myself and made me realize it dont need much money and time to take care of yourself. This is your third video i have seen u r such a therapy thank you i hope i ll see all your videos soon. Thanks girl ♥️
Awwww...this is so simple ..basic and soothing routine....just loved it..
Simple and basic always works right? 🥰❤ thank you for watching
I have the same shower and hair washing routine but no matter how much conditioner I use, my hair is so frizzy.
I also stopped coloring my hair almost 7 years ago, I actually like all the grey between the black hair. 😆
I love that you embrace it.I would definitely grow out my grey 😍
It's funny to me when all the Indian aunties in my community comment on how my hair is so grey and I'm still young. Like, ok, being young has nothing to do with it cause DNA and science in general! 😆
I have always loved grey hair!
I quit coloring my hair a few years back. For one, it saves a ton of money and two, I just decided to be happy with the color I have. It’s now starting to turn grey and I’m so excited!
I liked it so much because this routine is in my Budget 🥰🥰🥰
Yes!! Fits the bill :)
Beautiful video. My acne cleared up also when I switched to using CeRave cleanser for oily skin and that’s it. No serums, oils, moisturizers or anything. Less is more. I think all the stuff we use trying to “fix” things just ends up destroying our skins microbiome. We have an acid mantle that sits on top of our skin and when we leave it alone, it protects us from environmental conditions and toxins.
I’m 51 now and have been using only a gentle cleanser for many years. For the first time I’m starting to see the effects of collagen loss that goes along with menopause. 😏 I was just searching for a good vitamin C serum to add to my cleanse only routine and then your video popped up. 💕
You’ve been blessed with some good genes girl. Hehe 😘
Omg!! Your voice is soft . Love it so much❤
Thank you so much 🥰
Glad I found this 🥰 Struggling on how to do simple routine and be minimalist on whatever I do.
Glad you liked it 🥰
Wow I accidentally bumped into this video and this is probably my peace manifestation. I'm glad I found you. Boy, you are beautiful 😻 Even I have oily skin and had acne all my life. Someone said "All pretty girls have acne" ❤️
thank you so much for watching! ❤ and for your sweet comment
I'm going to start doing cold rinse at the end of my washes!
The dislikes are from Neutrogena, Clinique, Nordstrom, Cetaphil and so on LOL. I'm a guy, and I've always leaned to telling anyone you never needed much for your face. A. Get the dirt off with oil free wash..rinse, B temporarily coat it with something natural(doesnt have to be everyday of the week), heck some people use honey even. C. Apply some natural moisturization or even just rinse off and carry on. The money spent on skincare is insanity
Yeah I knew something was wrong when i realized my husband's skin was better than mine and he doesn't use anything for his face 😆👍 thanks for watching!
@@MalamaLife haha true but to be fair a lot of men shave every day which exfoliates, and to begin with men typically have thicker more resilient skin texture. But I like the idea !
Coconut oil is all you need really. It is great for your skin.
My only skincare for the past 17 years has been removing makeup with oil, washing my face with natural homemade soap and using an oil as moisturizer, olive oil or almond oil or any oil you like. Well I'm still too young to go about boasting about how I don't have any wrinkles because at my age it's still common to not have wrinkles. But I knew a man who did boast about his age all the time, he was 64 and had the smooth skin of a man in his 30's and he said the only thing he ever used on it was olive oil.
@@saraha5522 Hey, what major ingredient does your homemade soap contain?
I love the simplicity 😊 I always bun my hair whenever I go to bed too😊
😁👍 I feel like it's better than braiding it. It comes out natural.
@@MalamaLife it's 5am and you make me smile 😊 thanks a lot miss Sophie 🙏
So enjoyable and full of peace, thank you ✨
Thank you for watching 🥰❤
I used the Perilla powder and it did wonders to my skin. Thank you.
My hair used to be exactly like that texture length thickness everything exactly like that before starting university it got worst due to stress and need to work in the heat of summers in India. During this lockdown I tried to pick it back up its no where near but its getting better I tried this yoga that helps with hair gain, I washed it once a week cause who cares at home about greasy hair, I oiled my hair everytime before washing and used almond oil instead of conditioner after shampooing and then lightly rinsing hair that won't get off all the oil but its not as oily as oiled hair. And always all the time 24*7 kept my hair in a light braid. I comb my hair twice a day to change my hair band because i think it gets dirty if it stays for too long on hair and that's good for detangling too. I hope i get it all back.
I have dry skin and my face is dry and you can see the dry flakes around my mouth. I don’t like to use a lot of different stuff on my face. So recently I have been washing my face with natural goat milk/almond milk mixture bar soap, then apply Moringa oil to hydrate my face. My face stay hydrate all day. No dryness whatsoever. It doesn’t make my face look or feel oily. So happy with Moringa oil. I’m glad you found something that works for you. I may try the shampoo and conditioner you’re using if what I’m using now doesn’t work. Been looking for one that works for both my hair and scalp. No luck yet but I’ll see how the new brand does for my hair and scalp. Thanks for sharing your routines and tips.
Korres is really great and I think they have special shampoo for dry skin. However their products do contain sodium laureth sulfate though FYI. I love using oils for my evening routine😍 I'll have a look into moringa oil as well. Thanks for sharing!
@@MalamaLife You’re welcome! Thank you for the info. I bought my Moringa oil at MoringaFarms.
🥰 ok need to look into this
I love hearing your voice with my headphones ❤
Aw that's so sweet
I have not used any skin care products since six months ago, I think it’s very good to me, and I have a bag just like yours, it’s surprised me. Maybe my English writing seems little awkward, because English is my second language,.why I watching your video is it’s can also improve my English listening. And also I am on the way become minimalism. Like you so much.
Love this video, though I would say that having a good skin and hair (even having a nice body, nails, etc) is 50% genetics and 50% selfcare.
👍 that is very true! Can't leave that out of the equation.
YAY!! Thank you, Sophie!! I hope you're having a great day!
You too🥰❤ thanks for watching!!
I used to sleep with damp hair but I started having itch scalp, then I read that sleeping with damp hair can cause fungus. The reason, bacteria on your pillow case but even though your pillow is clean, fungus like warm wet areas to grow in.
Thank u 😬🙌
That's good to know. I try to dry my roots first! otherwise I get a headache
OMG! I have that exact curling iron. I have also had it for years! I don't know why that thrills me, but it does.
I used a 3 in 1 product face wash , shampoo , and body wash I’m happy with that..
I love that! So simple
I feel we have so much in common. Since my childhood I use only coconut oil , it's fragrance n texture goes well with my hair. Also I too wash twice a week or so.
Kudos to your patience...it's not easy to maintain such long and healthy hair even with a simple routine👏👏👏
And I love the fact how you honor your skin tone and not try to change it at all ❤
I always keep choppy bob hair because I love it that way + low maintainance 🤭
And for skincare, I make exfoliator and skin masks at home.. and use them once a week and I don't do make up. 😊😊
😍 I wish I could pull off a cute bob haircut. Your skincare is super simple as well! I love it ❤
Yaaaay... Loose t-shirt, wooden comb,😍malama life is my very first video to watch every tuesday 😍😍
Haha aww thank you!!! 🥺💕
Its already a routine ms.Sophie😁to check if you already uploaded your new video. It always reminds me of "simplicity" and "appreciating of what you have in life"because my greatest dream is to have a house for my kids, even it is small and simple but you can call it a home💙💙💙this video is all about hair and skin care routine but here i am talking about something😂🤗