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Typically, spring is the time when people do a little refreshing. This could be in the form of spring cleaning, getting a few pieces for your wardrobe, trying new beauty products, etc. In this article, we’re going to go over everything from beauty products to yoga mats to the most vital factor–the wellness mindset. A spring refresh doesn’t look like you tossing all of your clothes in a garbage bag, and it doesn’t look like buying a whole bunch of new clothes. This refresh looks like getting a few basics that you will actually use. As for clothes, you don’t have to buy brand-new clothes. You can always go thrifting at your favorite store!

Workout Necessities

Since I avidly do pilates and yoga, I’m going to share more equipment for that type of movement because I have more experience and background in that area. Furthermore, any of the equipment/products I have either heard amazing things about or have personally tried. Below you will find some necessities for the yoga and pilates girlies! Also, there are some pieces to add to your active collection!

pink yoga mat with two pink weights and other exercise equipment
Photo by Elena Kloppenburg from Unsplash

Wardrobe Needs

This section will contain anything from basics to pieces for a cute coffee date. These are just some suggestions for pieces to refresh your wardrobe with. We might not have the same style, so you do you, girl!

Clothing hangs on a rack with plants on the sides.
Photo by Ksenia Chernaya from Pexels

Skincare and Beauty Basics

Unpopular opinion: you don’t have to spend a fortune on skincare or beauty products for quality. There are plenty of affordable products to go around. All of the products are pretty affordable. However, the DAE Hair Cream is more expensive, but it works so well! The bottle lasts for such a long time too; it’s definitely worth the investment!

oval makeup brush with compact mirror
Photo by Studio 7042 from Stocksnap

The Mindset

A positive mindset is essential to have. Let me be clear when I say that how you feel about and treat yourself is more important than any of the products above. Self-love and self-appreciation cannot be bought. You can have everything yet have nothing at the same time if you don’t feel good in the body that you have. Believe me, I understand how difficult it is to start the journey (a wellness journey I might add) to becoming the best possible version of you. The best version of you is the happiest and healthiest. The you where you feel gorgeous and strong in the body you have. 

Autumn Bunzell

Illinois '27

Hi there! My name is Autumn Rose, and I'm from Utica, Illinois. I live minutes away from Starved Rock State Park. I attended LaSalle-Peru Township High School which consists of only about 1,200 students. Within my family, I'm the youngest in a close-knit household, and I have an older sister who I absolutely adore. As well, I have a golden retriever and a grey tabby cat. Currently, I'm a first-year neuroscience student at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. Both the physical and psychological aspects of the human brain fascinate me. In addition, I'm interested in nutrition and how this field can be applied to neuroscience. There is a field labeled nutritional neuroscience that studies how the consumption of food, minerals, and supplements impacts an individual's cognition, mood, and overall brain health. Outside of the classroom, my hobbies vary tremendously. Music wise, I listen to Bryce Vine and Bazzi, but I also love Etta Mae, Arethra Franklin, and Frank Sinatra. As I do my morning routine, I listen to health and wellness podcasts on Spotify. In between classes, I do yoga and Pilates. At night, I love to do some skincare, and then crawl into bed with one of my books. Typically, I partake in crocheting and baking in the colder months. As a side note, my favorite season is fall because of the cool weather and all of the pumpkin/apple candles, foods, coffees, etc.