13 Easy Things To Do At Home To Boost Morale During Lockdown

Cleansing, toning and moisturising; an age old tale, passed down from generation to generation. Who were these people who had time to do a daily skincare routine with more than one step?

Since a lot of us now have more spare time than usual we too can take part in this ritual and doing it every day won't just have mega benefits for your skin, the routine of it all will also soothe your mind. Learn how the masters do it, here.

If you would usually don a pair of earrings for 'normal' everyday life, then keep it up.

Maintaining the sense of 'getting ready' can only help to set you up for the day.

Go full Harry Styles and pop on some pearls, keep it chic with the everyday essential hoop, or, if you fancy going wild, wear those extravagant crystal chandeliers you haven't worn since NYE.

If anything it'll be a nice visual treat for everyone on your Zoom meeting.

See ELLE's pick of the best here.

... as the saying goes. If you're feeling groggy, hop in the shower to wash away your worries and emerge revived and refreshed.

If you're lucky enough to be locked down in a place with a tub then indulge in a proper bubble bath. We're talking candles, essential oils, that old bath bomb you got last Christmas, the lot!

Treat yourself to some luxe body wash to get the most out of your daily scrub.

The sun is, obviously, beaming away outside, but we remain excellent citizens staying in side for 99% of the day. To instantly boost your complexion and thus your spirits, just fake that sun kissed glow instead. We've got to take all we can get right now, so if having a Vit-D rich complexion makes you feel a little bit better, then go for it!

We love Tan-Luxe's Self-Tan drops for 'just back from your hols' glow.

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This time is tough and as everyone says, 'We must be gentle with ourselves'. If you are being good human and staying at home then you deserve to treat yourself to some 40 winks here and there!

Hopefully this won't be happening again any time soon so let's make the most of having naps on tap.

Dress for the occasion and shop our fave PJs here.

Hair dye is flying off the shelves and our Insta feeds are slowly filling up with bright bleach jobs. Whether you fancy an at home bouncy blowout, some fresh DIY twists or even want to brave the high risk high reward home-hair-cut there will be a tutorial for you.

If you don't fancy going full Nicky Clarke then just giving it a brush or, alternatively, perfecting that messy bun is a nice step in the right direction.

If you want some inspo, why not try one of these.

Socks and slippers are the new go-to footwear right now, but it's time to spice things up a bit with, that's right, real shoes! Maybe there's a pair of heels waiting patiently for a night out, or some pretty but painful loafers that can only be worn for an hour max.

Whatever they are, pop on some shoes and get ready for the long walk from laptop to fridge and back again.

Fancy a new pair? Browse our favourites here.

Whatever it is: squash, tea, Prosecco, gin, Bovril, this is a no judgement zone, so get yourself a posh glass and imagine you're on your hols.

Maybe you've got (another) Zoom Pub Quiz to attend, or you're having a virtual cheers with long distance pals, a novelty vessel is a surefire way to make you feel just that little bit fancier. Whilst you're at it, a mini umbrella and curly straw can also help, we have it on good authority.

We love HK Living's cobalt tinted glasses, it's 5pm somewhere!

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Maybe you've got an important Zoom meeting, maybe you're heading to your living room for your 'House Party' Saturday night drinks, or maybe you just want a little boost for a Thursday. Whatever the reason may be pop on a red lip for an INSTANT mood boost.

If you don't usually go for a poppin' lip colour in the normal world then now is the perfect opportunity to try it out, and if you do, then hopefully it will help you feel more yourself.

See what shades the ELLE team go to to make them feel a 10/10.

Wherever you may be right now, try and make it as comfortable as possible. To add a little bit of zen to your life, light yourself a candle to set up your space.

Perhaps you're kitchen table is now a desk; maybe you're practising your yoga, or, maybe you just want some nice soft lighting to create the perfect 'watching TV' experience.

It doesn't really matter what the reason is, just light up your favourite for an instant comfort.

Browse ELLE's pick of the best, here.

Come on, it's time. Everyone's doing it. Also it's got fruit in so surely that means it's healthy, right?

If you're after a recipe, then just head to instagram for approx. 50,000 versions. Chrissy Teigen even used hers as currency.

Scents evoke memories right?

So if you wear the perfume you've only ever worn for special occasions, surely that means you're on to a 'good memories only' winner?

If you've got a scent you save for best, then there's no time like the present to wear it and feel extra indulgent.

Watch Neelam Gill talk us through her morning routine and see what her fave is, here.

If you're missing after work drinks or long Sundays in a pub garden, London based Beavertown Brewery is hosting virtual events every Friday at 4pm, from Beer Yoga to a 'Meet the Brewers' sesh. Head to their insta to see what's coming up. Not a beer fan then simply sub in your drink of choice.

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