A Morning and Evening with Taylor: My Go-To Trusted Products

Spend a day with me and my favorite non-toxic products! I transitioned to a non-toxic lifestyle years ago, but the truth is, it took years for me to land on my holy grail products that are safe for my body and work as well as their conventional counterparts. 

Morning Self-Care:

When I step out of bed, I immediately get cozied up in my Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Robe that my husband bought for me. It’s the most comfortable thing ever, and it’s a morning must as I get myself ready for the day. 

First, I brush my teeth with RiseWell toothpaste (use code TAYLORDUKES) and use a stainless steel tongue scraper. Then, I get outside for ten minutes of morning sunlight on my eyes and grounding whenever possible. 

Onto my favorite part of my morning self-care routine – my non-toxic skincare regimen! The Skinny Confidential ice roller (use code TAYLORDUKES) is a must. Primally Pure has been a longtime go-to. I love Primally Pure’s Plumping Mist (use code TAYLORDUKES) for a spa-like spritz. Their Soothing Serum (use code TAYLORDUKES) also makes my skin come alive. I’ve made the jump to CLEARSTEM skincare products (use code TAYLORDUKES), and y’all, they’ve truly changed the game. I use the GENTLECLEAN cleanser in the morning. 

Then, a swipe of my OG clean deodorant from Primally Pure (use code TAYLORDUKES). I love the charcoal. And depending on how long it’s been since a hair wash, I might use a bit of Primally Pure dry shampoo (use code TAYLORDUKES) as well.

I don’t wear makeup every day, but if I do, it’ll definitely include The Skinny Confidential caffeinated SPF (use code TAYLORDUKES) or Ilia Skin Tint serum.

First-Thing Beverage Lineup:

Before making any of my morning drinks, I take my minerals. I use Quinton Hypertonic, and I get it from Fullscript. I also like to stay hydrated with these electrolytes. I usually do from 1-2 sticks of TDW Electrolytes

Then I start my beverage lineup with a glass of warm, filtered water with lemon and a pinch of TDW Mineral Salt. I have an under-sink reverse osmosis water filter from Aquasana (use code AQTDW50 for 50% off whole house and drinking systems). If I’m on the go and need a quicker option, I drink a stick of TDW Electrolytes. Such an easy way to stay hydrated, and Guava Grapefruit is my current favorite flavor.

Next up, my matcha. I’ve documented on Instagram stories several times how I make my matcha. But the three products I can’t live without are Pique matcha, my superfood creamer, and my frother. 

Here’s the exact recipe:

• 1 serving of matcha powder
• 2 cups of hot water
• 1 stick TDW Organic Superfood Creamer
• 1/2 scoop of TDW Vanilla Bone Broth Protein
• Optional: 1 tsp peppermint extract, or almond extract

Some days I do replace my matcha with Pique’s jasmine green tea. After matcha, it’s time for a protein-packed breakfast! Breakfast is usually proteins, green, and a healthy fat. So for example, 2 pastured eggs, some sauteed greens, bacon, and avocado. Or I make a smoothie. The star of the smoothie show is always my TDW Bone Broth Protein Powder. I add frozen fruit/greens, ground flax, and a healthy fat (nut butter, MCT oil, etc.) to my smoothie, but I’m always switching up which ones I use. Tons of my go-to recipes HERE.

Time for Movement:

Now that I’ve finished up my morning breakfast and self-care routine, I love to get outdoors for some movement. Some days this is on my own. Other days I’m pushing a kiddo in a stroller. 

Even a quick 10-minute walk can be a game-changer for your physical health and mental health. 

Evening Wind-Down

After putting the kids down, I either hop in the shower or take a bath. Before bathing, I do a quick dry brush. Primally Pure (use code TAYLORDUKES) makes my favorite dry brush, but you can find them all over now! I usually do The Ultimate Detox Bath twice a week. I also love a good ol epsom salt bath every now and then.

I only wash my hair 2-3 times per week and you can find me using my favorite non-toxic shampoo and conditioner products from Innersense. And I’ve been loving Primally Pure shower steamers (use code TAYLORDUKES). For body wash, I use either Primally Pure or Aleavia (use code TAYLORDUKES).

Post-shower or bath, I moisturize with some sort of body balm or oil from Osea (use code TAYLORDUKES10) or Primally Pure.

Finally, it’s time for my evening skincare routine. I start out with Primally Pure’s cleansing oil if I’m wearing makeup, which is just a few times a week! Then, regardless of makeup or not, I continue my skincare routine using CLEARSTEM products (use code TAYLORDUKES). My nighttime products include some combination of: GENTLECLEAN, VITAMINSCRUB, CLEARITY, CELLRENEW.

The evenings are my favorite time to debrief the day and hang out with my husband for a while before hopping on my HigherDOSE PEMF mat (use code TAYLOR15) to truly enter relaxation mode. If y’all have been following me for a while, you know this mat has been an absolute game-changer for helping me regulate my nervous system after brain surgery. Lastly, I take two magnesium every night before bed.

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