The Ellevated Edit

The art of the planner lies in creating space to think ahead, reduce stress, and make time for the things that help you feel your best. When used intentionally, a planner becomes a tool for balance, allowing you to step out of reactive mode and into a rhythm that supports both productivity and well-being.

One especially powerful habit is sitting down once a month to plan beauty maintenance. Scheduling hair appointments, skincare resets, or simple at-home routines in advance removes last-minute scrambling and ensures self-care isn’t pushed aside.

In a busy life, planning is an act of intention. Taking one moment each month to map out both responsibilities and self-care—especially beauty maintenance—helps ensure that caring for yourself is woven into your routine, not left for “someday.”