THE BIG FALL REFRESH
Ready to turn over a new leaf and get all the feels of fall? Try these 10 joi hacks designed to energize, recharge, and invigorate you — mind, body, and spirit!
1: Indulge in comfort food
Time to put away those coolers, popsicle trays, and sun-tea pitchers, and bring out your slow cooker, Insta Pot, and indoor grill pans.
2: Rake some leaves
Think of this annual task as a holistic replacement for the gym. All that raking and bagging burns plenty of calories and builds strength.
3: Stand at your desk
If work has you planted in one spot, try to switch up your ergonomics so you’re not sitting for hours.
4: Plant fall herbs
Sure, that cilantro might be long gone. But hearty rosemary and thyme are perfect flavor boosters for your cold-weather recipes.
5: Change your hair color
A stunning ginger, brunette balayage, or warm-golden blonde can be just the ticket to put you in a good head space for the new season. Just make sure you switch up your products while you’re at it. (Joico’s Color Infuse Red, Color Balance Blue, and Blonde Life collections are tailor-made to keep hair color healthy and fade-proof.)
6: Edit your wardrobe
Stop looking disparagingly at the pile of clothes that don’t fit, or pieces that no longer “spark” joi. A good edit and haul to charity will do wonders for your closet and your spirit.
7: Do a deep-clean of drawers
Organizing that makeup mess, your kitchen tools, even the home-office catchall drawer is a perfect way to declutter, physically and mentally.
8: Try some self-care for hair
Exposure to UV rays, salt water, and chlorine can cause everything from dryness to split ends, and even faded color. Apply Defy Damage Protective Masque and leave on for up to 20 minutes to replenish lost moisture and rebuild hair bonds.
9: Start hiking
Feed your senses and your stamina by moving your exercise to the great outdoors. In addition to experiencing the glory of changing leaves, you’ll get a much-needed breath of fresh air and fitness.
10: Spruce up your entryway
Enhance your front door and welcome a new season with pops of fall color from pumpkins, wreaths, and other natural décor.
