Take a Shower with: Bella Michlo

Mar 23, 2024 — Soft Services newsletter

Including her routine, go-to products, and tips for the perfect full-body selfie.

Conversations surrounding routines, holy grail products, unique tips, and peeks of shelfies are the ultimate love language of Team Soft Services. Today, we’re sharing the shower routine of Bella Michlo , a London-based model, content creator, and former dancer. When it comes to her routine, Bella focuses on what she feels like her skin and body need most each day. We toast a routine that's intentional and effective. Hello! I'm Bella Michlo, currently based in London.

I'm a model and content creator. When I'm not in front of the camera, you'll often find me immersed in sports, wellness, and health. I enjoy exploring various sports activities, I'm all about staying active and feeling good. With my active lifestyle, particularly during weightlifting, I focus on skincare products that keep my skin clear and calm post-workout.

I go for gentle cleansers to wash away sweat and grime without drying out my skin, followed by soothing moisturizers to tackle any redness. Staying hydrated is key, so I opt for lightweight, non-comedogenic formulas to maintain a healthy balance. Hello! I'm Bella Michlo, currently based in London. I'm a model and content creator. When I'm not in front of the camera, you'll often find me immersed in sports, wellness, and health.

I enjoy exploring various sports activities, I'm all about staying active and feeling good. With my active lifestyle, particularly during weightlifting, I focus on skincare products that keep my skin clear and calm post-workout. I go for gentle cleansers to wash away sweat and grime without drying out my skin, followed by soothing moisturizers to tackle any redness. Staying hydrated is key, so I opt for lightweight, non-comedogenic formulas to maintain a healthy balance.

When it comes to body skincare, I'd describe my approach as a blend of both. I like to mix it up depending on what my skin needs each day. For me, it's all about finding products with top-notch ingredients that not only do the job but also have some extra perks. It's all about making skincare routines easier and more effective. I always opt for a nighttime shower; it’s non-negotiable. However, mornings can vary for me.

If I have a busy day ahead with meetings or a photoshoot, I'll opt for a morning shower to refresh and feel more energized. On the other hand, if I'm working from home or just heading to the gym, a simple face and teeth brush suffice to kickstart my day. On most weekdays, I stick to the basics with my favorite shower gel ( Le Labo in Basil or Mandarin ). Since I don't wear makeup on most weekdays, I clean my face in the shower using Laneige’s Hyaluron Washing Cream .

I incorporate a cold water rinse at the end when I wash my hair. I've found that this makes my hair significantly shinier. After showering, I follow up with a nourishing body cream, such as the Soft Services Carea Cream . I love it; it dries quickly, and my skin looks so much smoother. However, twice a week, I devote extra attention to prevent ingrown hairs, which can be a concern for me.

In tackling this issue, I've found that the Soft Services Buffing Bar has been a total game-changer for me. Dealing with ingrown hairs has been a struggle, but ever since I started using this product regularly, I've noticed a big improvement. On most weekdays, I stick to the basics with my favorite shower gel ( Le Labo in Basil or Mandarin ). Since I don't wear makeup on most weekdays, I clean my face in the shower using Laneige Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam .

In tackling this issue, I've found that the Soft Services Buffing Bar has been a total game-changer for me. Dealing with ingrown hairs has been a struggle, but ever since I started using this product regularly, I've noticed a big improvement. If you follow Bella on Instagram, or are impressed by the photos featured in this email, we asked her for tips on the below so you don’t have to. What’s your stretching routine like? Quite straightforward.

Coming from a ballet background, flexibility was essential, so I prioritize maintaining that dancer's flexibility through regular stretching. Chest openers and neck stretches are musts for me, and I always make sure to include stretches for my back, such as seated twists or cat-cow poses, to release tension and improve posture. Additionally, I incorporate stretches for my legs, like thigh stretches or calf stretches, to keep them limber and prevent stiffness.

What’s your stretching routine like? Quite straightforward. Coming from a ballet background, flexibility was essential, so I prioritize maintaining that dancer's flexibility through regular stretching. Chest openers and neck stretches are musts for me, and I always make sure to include stretches for my back, such as seated twists or cat-cow poses, to release tension and improve posture.

Additionally, I incorporate stretches for my legs, like thigh stretches or calf stretches, to keep them limber and prevent stiffness. As the queen of the full-body selfies, any tips for snapping the perfect shot? Lighting is everything! Natural sunlight—it works like magic. And when highlighting your body, try taking down the exposure just a tad. You'll be amazed at how it highlights those muscles and curves. Oh, and a little body oil can also work wonders!

;) Everyone break for 10 minutes—gulp down a full glass of water, get in some seated twists, and stretch those necks. And if you decide to try out Bella’s selfie tips, slide them into our inbox or DMs.

Bella’s go-to favorites mentioned: Le Labo Shower Gel in Basil or Mandarin Laneige Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam Soft Services Buffing Bar Soft Services Carea Cream Le Labo Shower Gel in Basil or Mandarin Laneige Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam Soft Services Buffing Bar Soft Services Carea Cream

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