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“People will stare. Make it worth their while.” –Harry Winston

Want to look as pretty as possible in 2016? Pulled from the depths of the internet – here are our top 5 New Year’s beauty resolutions.

According to a study directed by Dr. Marianne LaFrance, Professor of Psychology at Yale University, “bad hair days” affect individuals’ self-esteem by increasing self-doubt and intensifying social insecurities. Prevention is key. Regular trims mean your hair is healthier due to the lack of dry, split ends; you look neater, fresher… more put-together. Building this habit is not only about looking better but feeling better inside and out.

“If you’re sad, add more lipstick and attack.” –Coco Chanel

Changing your attitude towards life can be as simple as a quick tweak to your look. Now is the perfect time to do something you’ve always wanted to about your appearance. What’s been stopping you? Whether it involves a new set of highlights or that slick new lipstick—you should give it a try.

Editor’s note: We don’t recommend taking that extremely trendy haircut. Stick with a classic do or makeup you can wipe off or color over.

Is your handbag a place where candy wrappers and loose change go to die? Is it filled with old receipts, food wrappers, and used facial napkins? If the answer is yes, then it’s time to clean out your bag. We follow the Marie Kondo rule on deciding what to keep: take each item in one’s hand and ask, “Does this spark joy?”

We only appreciate youthful skin once it’s gone. Sun damage is the major cause of wrinkles and dark spots associated with aging. Dermatologists recommend applying broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 for daily use and SPF 50 outdoor activities. There are so many options in the market, so take the time to search for the perfect UV protection you’d be happy to apply on your face for the rest of your life. Your future self will thank you for it.

Do you spend your late nights binge-watching Friends or scrolling endlessly through Facebook? It’s no surprise that you’re groggy every morning. Why not get a good night’s sleep every night, so you can make the most out of your day? (And you won’t have to spend on coffee!) Besides, your favorite TV series and Facebook can wait while other opportunities like rest cannot.