Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nail Care; My A.M. and P.M. Routines

(ABOVE) In this post and video I talk about all of the products I am using for my hair, skin, and nails.

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March 27,  2026 / Video Post Notes

Health-Conscious Beauty

My Hair, Skin and Nail Care

Oh my goodness, I have not talked about my skincare or haircare since 2016, and during the last 10 years quite a lot has changed.  So, I am finally getting around to discussing it today.

In this post and video I go into detail about all of my hair, skin and nail care, and both my morning and evening routines.

All of the products I use rate #3 or lower on the EWG (Environmental Working Group) Skin Deep Hazard/Toxicity Scale.

The EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale Rating System is as follows: 1-2 low hazard; 3-6 moderate; 7-10 high hazard.

If you would like a detailed explanation of how and when I use each of the products, you might want to view my video at the bottom of this post.

Wishing you all a peaceful weekend.

~ Janis

Janis Lyn Johnson
Classic-Style Lover. Happily Married. Born in 1960. Fan of Understated, Timeless Fashion and Healthy Living.
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Scenes From The Video

My Skin Care

(ABOVE) Here I am showing one of the three moisturizers I use after cleansing my face, patting it dry, and spritzing with either purified water or my JLJ Before and After Makeup Spray Mist (I give recipe below and talk more about it in the video).  Note: I do not wash my face in the morning (see more about this in my video).

I rotate these moisturizers–and three lip treatments–so that (hopefully) I will not become allergic to any of the ingredients.  I use one moisturizer and lip treatment for two or three days in a row, and then switch to another moisturizer and lip treatment for two or three days, etc.  I go into detail about both my morning and my nighttime routines, the EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale, the difference between the moisturizers and lip treatments I use, and much more in my video at the bottom of the page.  Below are all of the products I am currently using.

Sleep & Glow Omnia Pillow (This pillow was sent to me by Omnia, and I have been sleeping on it since March 2024.  I will not use anything else.  It cradles my neck when I am on my back and, when I am on my side, it prevents my face from getting scrunched and lined.😧)

 

Andrew Lessman Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails (I have been taking this supplement for about two years.)

Honest Organic-Cotton Baby Washcloths (I use these with just water to cleanse my face at night; they are gentler on skin than regular washcloths.)

Carolina Castile Soap Bars, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I use this soap on my face and body; I only use on my face on days I wore makeup; otherwise, I cleanse with just water and Organic-Cotton Washcloths.)

Cerave Moisturizing Cream, Unscented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this moisturizer with the other two; I use on face, neck, chest, hands, and body; also Amazon.)

Cerave Intensive Moisturizing Cream, Unscented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this moisturizer with the other two; I use on face, neck, chest, hands, and body.)

Olay Regenerist Ultra Rich Hydrating Moisturizer, Unscented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this moisturizer with the other two; I use on face, neck, chest.)

Vaseline Lip Therapy, Unscented (Rated #2 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this lip treatment with the other one or petroleum jelly; I apply to lips after moisturizer; I also sometimes use this on the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth.)

Aquaphor Healing Balm Stick, Unscented (Rated #2 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this lip treatment with the other one or petroleum jelly; I apply to lips after moisturizer; I also sometimes use this on the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth.)

Vaseline Original Healing Jelly, Triple Purified, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I rotate this with the other lip treatments; I apply to lips after moisturizer; I also sometimes use this on the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth; also here.)

4-Ounce Blue Glass Spray Bottle (After cleansing and patting my face dry, I use this spray bottle to spritz my face with purified water–which I buy in large jugs at the grocery store–before applying moisturizer and lip treatment.)

Suntegrity 30spf Mineral Sunscreen, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; also Amazon.)

Suntegrity 30spf BB Cream Sunscreen, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; also Amazon.)

Sloggers Women’s Wide-Brim Sun Hat (I wear this hat on days when I am not wearing makeup.)

2 oz. Clear Glass Spray Bottle (I use this spray bottle to spritz my face with my JLJ Before & After Makeup Spray Mist–before applying moisturizer and lip treatment.  See recipe below.)

BellaJade Makeup Setting Spray, Unscented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I combine this with The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, with Ceramides, Unscented to make my JLJ Before & After Makeup Spray Mist.  See recipe below.)

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, with Ceramides, Unscented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I combine this with BellaJade Makeup Setting Spray, Unscented to make my JLJ Before & After Makeup Spray Mist.  See recipe below.)

Eo Organic Deoderant Spray (EWG rated #1; I use this only when I go out; I do not use deoderant at home.)

 

My JLJ Before & After Makeup Spray Mist Recipe

(ABOVE) My JLJ Before & After Makeup Spray Mist recipe: Into empty 2 ounce Clear Glass Spray Bottle, combine 50 drops The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, with Ceramides, Unscented with BellaJade Makeup Setting Spray, Unscented filled to top of glass bottle.  I use this on days I wear makeup.  I apply it before moisturizer and lip treatment and after applying all of my makeup. 

 

My Hair Care & Styling

(ABOVE) One of the biggest changes I have made during the past several years is that I wash my hair with shampoo only when I feel I need it (usually not more than every four to ten weeks).  In between, I wash just with water.  When I do use shampoo, I rotate between two different products. Vanicream Hair Shampoo, Unscented is rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale and is wonderful for sensitive skin.  However, it is a bit more drying than Herbal Essences Argan Oil Repair & Strength Shampoo.  This one is rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale–probably because it is scented.  However, the floral scent is one of the reasons I really like it–and it is also less drying.

Note:  After shampoo I do not use a conditioner.  Instead, I prefer an apple cider vinegar rinse.  It balances the pH of my hair and makes it silky smooth and easy to detangle.  Recipe: In plastic cup, combine 2 tablespoons Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with 12 ounces water.  Pour over hair.  Wait one minute, then rinse.

Something else I use to clean my scalp and hair without shampoo is a Hand-Held Filtered Shower Head.  It has three settings, and one is a powerful, more dense spray that gives a terrific massage.  It also leaves my scalp feeling as clean as if I have used shampoo.  According to the description online, the filtration beads remove heavy metals and chlorine, and also help to adjust the pH value of the water to a slightly alkaline state, which is good for the skin and hair. 

Vanicream Hair Shampoo, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale.)

Herbal Essences Argan Oil Repair & Strength Shampoo, Scented (Rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale.)

Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (After shampooing my hair, I use this apple cider vinegar rinse instead of conditioner:  In plastic cup, combine 2 T. vinegar with 12 oz. water.  Pour over hair.  Wait 1 minute, then rinse.)

Hand-Held Filtered Shower Head With 3 Spray Modes

Cliganic Organic Argan Oil, 2 oz. (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I use argan oil on my hair before styling it.  It smooths down the frizzy texture and adds shine; also Whole Foods.)

Boao Brow & Lash Spoolie & Comb With Lid (I use this spoolie to apply argan oil to my extremely baby-fine hair before styling it.)

Four Reasons Sensitive Super Strong Hair Spray, Unscented (Rated #1 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I use this when I style my hair in a bun or want big, full hair after curling it.  It gives a strong hold and adds shine.)

Sexy Hair Big Altitude Blow Dry Mousse, Scented (Rated #2 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale; I apply this to my hair, comb through, let air dry  before curling with Hot Rollers.  It keeps my curls longer and smells divine.)

GHD Original Styler 1” Flat Iron (I recently began using this to smooth out my hair before curling it.  I use on air-dried hair, after applying Argan Oil and then Setting Mousse.)

Conair Ceramic Hot Rollers (Similar to mine, which are 20+ yrs. old.)

 

My Hand Care

(ABOVE) I have found that the key to keeping my hands and nails from being dry is to wash them as little as possible.  For that reason, I wear Latex-Free Dish Gloves (others for less here) and 100% Cotton Gloves inside them whenever I open the mail, read a newspaper, clean the house, wash dishes, or prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry or fish.  The cotton gloves keep my hands from perspiring and also give my hands extra protection from the very hot water I use to wash dishes.

Whenever I go out I wear hand cream, rotating between Cerave Moisturizing Cream or Cerave Intensive Moisturizing Cream.  Both are unscented and are rated #3 on EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale.  When I want my hands and nails to look luminous, I add to the hand cream Vaseline Original Healing Jelly, Triple Purified, Unscented.

As for nail polish, I do not wear it.  I am not against ever wearing it–in fact, I keep meaning to try out one of the natural nail polishes I bought a few years ago.  However, I just never seem to find the time to actually sit down, apply the polish, and then let it dry.  If I ever do try wearing it again (the last time was about 25 years ago), it will only be occasionally–to avoid drying out my nails or making them yellow.  

 

Latex-Free Dish Gloves (Others for less here.)

100% Cotton Gloves

(ABOVE) Here, I am wearing Cerave Moisturizing Cream (applied about two hours earlier).  Also shown:  David Yurman 18k 14mm Pave Diamond Chatelaine Ring and 14k Onyx and Gold Bead Bracelet.  For similar monogrammed charm: 14k Engravable Disc Charm (13mm, 15mm or 18mm) with 14k 8mm Push-Gate Charm Connector.

 

My (Clean) Laundry Care

Nellie’s Laundry Soda, Unscented (EWG rated #1; for sensitive skin; love this for our laundry; 200 Loads; more sizes available.)

Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Bar Soaps, Unscented (EWG rated #1 and also EWG Verified; I use this soap to spot-treat tough stains before putting the treated item in washing machine.)  

 

My Blouse & Jewelry

(ABOVE) All of the 18k pearl jewelry I am wearing in this post and video is from Gingiberi.  For 15% off,  use my savings code, Janis15.

Silk Dolman-Sleeve Blouse, Ivory

Gingiberi 18k Natural Diamond Pearl Wishes Pro Earrings (My 18k diamond earrings are not available, but these in sterling silver or gold vermeil are very similar. I have the sterling silver version, and they are beautiful.)

Gingiberi 18k Starry Night Necklace (18k 6-7mm AAA freshwater pearls.)

Gingiberi 18k Beaded Orlena Ring (18k AAA 4-7mm Akoya pearls.)

Gingiberi Trio Luna Ring (18k 4.5-5mm AAA Akoya pearls, natural diamonds.)

Gingiberi 18k Ballet Ribbon Pro Ft. Ishie Bracelet (18k 7-8mm AAA Freshwater Pearls.)

 

My Makeup

(ABOVE) This screenshot from the video shows my makeup indoors, with studio lights, using my 10-year-old Canon 70D Camera; and (BELOW) this one shows me two hours later in my car, with natural lighting, using the video mode of the back-facing (non-selfie/better) camera on an iPhone 11pro.

(ABOVE) Here, I am in my car about two hours after filming this video.  I generally wear makeup only one or two times a week–at the most, perhaps three.  I do this to keep from putting too many products on my skin that are not necessary.  

I wore the same makeup products throughout this post and video.  Each item is listed below and rates #3 or lower on the EWG (Environmental Working Group) Skin Deep Hazard/Toxicity Scale. EWG Skin Deep Hazard Scale Rating System: 1-2 low hazard; 3-6 moderate; 7-10 high hazard.

Powder Foundation, Bamboo (SPF 20/15; also Amazon.)

Lip Pencil, Fraise   (Also Amazon.)

Lip Gloss,  Crystal   (Also Amazon.)