You don’t have to take the stressful approach to looking gorgeous. Stick to the basic must-dos beauty experts promote. A little attitude adjustment is crucial at this point—rather than viewing them as chores, think of these new habits as simple acts of self-love you’ll thank yourself for years down the road, or maybe later when you’re basking in the feel-good factor.

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(First published in the October 2006 issue of Marie Claire Philippines, Beauty section as "Look Amazing from Soul to Sole;" flashbox photo by Pat Dy; adapted for use in Female Network)

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