Ways to feel pretty again?

If you’re not already, get your sleep schedule healthy again. When I get bad sleep my skin gets dry, every flaw becomes more visible, I get dark circles under my eyes etc. I feel lousy the next day.

I agree that moisturizing facemask and body scrub will help. (I would do a bit of googling though on what facemasks and scrubs work for your skin type though. I don’t disagree with the advice above, but some skin types like mine are way too sensitive for lemon juice )

It’s good if you can make it an experience that’s relaxing like lighting a pleasant smelling candle and putting on some relaxing music.

Taking regular walks preferably in the woods or on trails is helpful. You get a bit of exercise, which is dopamine boosting, and the words are good for helping people calm down in part because you’re not overstimulated there. If you can’t get to the woods, then maybe go for regular walks with some headphones playing relaxing music.

The main thing is getting back to taking care of yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, creatively, spiritually if that’s your thing..

honey facials or yogurt and lemon juice facials will draw circulation and brighten your skin. rice bran oil will help with the dark circles. i'd suggest starting to go for long walks. like at least an hour long everyday. you will start to feel better. just go slow at first if it's all you can muster.

start some healthy habits and routines . Diet , walking , maybe a spin class … and stick to it . The routine is comforting and makes you feel safe , the diet and exercise will improve your image and health, and the exercise will help you cope with stress .

Oh my gosh I feel you, I use to put a lot of effort on my appearance, and gussied up. Now after years and years of mental health problems I really just didn’t bother, not for years. The meds make you fat, and I just never got sleep so I saw no point. Now that I’m finally getting sleep and look human again, I do put in much more effort, pearl earrings, foundation, make up, pretty cottagecore tops, and warm cardigans, jeans or dresses. It helped that I bought new clothes.

Getting really good sleep will restore you, trying soaking in the bath with a bath bomb, and cleansing off all the terrible energies of the day, try painting your nails just to feel a little more polished. Try new good quality clothes and buy some natural make up. Wear lace, floral and cottagecore dresses [look it up] if you want to feel more feminine. I’m so much happier when I’m being feminine and when I dress up. But It’s very hard with everything we go through [psychosis] to function and care about this stuff. Like the last two days I’ve just thrown on a hoodie, jeans and no make up. Don’t chastise yourself for that. We go through so much. It’s not your fault at all.

You can get it all back, with time and work. Emphasis on time, it wont be a quick process. Small steps, repeatedly. You'll get there.

And tell Ms 'Bad vibe' to stick it up her ass if she can't support someone who's recovering from a prolonged illness

People will be cruel and find something to comment on no matter what. But changing your diet and the workouts sound like a great start as long as you are doing it for your own happiness, good luck, keep us informed