Remember those teenage sleepovers with your friends, filled with DIY facials and endless giggles? Fast forward to today and those moments haven’t faded—they've simply evolved. Instead of raiding your mom's beauty stash, you and your best friends have mastered your own rituals. Picture this: an afternoon where your living room morphs into a beauty ritual space, the air filled with calming lavender. Soft music plays in the background as you and your besties dive into your favourite beauty treatments, reminiscing about the past and plotting for the future. These rituals are more than skincare or makeup; they’re a testament to your friendship. This Friendship Day, we’ve curated five beauty rituals for you to try with your besties, old and new.
A mani weekend
Create an at-home nail salon with your best friends, complete with fun polishes, faux nails, nail care and some rhinestones. Take turns giving each other manicures, experimenting with trendy designs. While you experiment, we’re sure you’d laugh at the occasional smudges and ‘oops!’ moments that add all the charm to the experience. From evergreen French tips to bold geometric patterns, let your inner artists emerge. By the end of this weekend ritual, you and your besties will have stunning nails and unforgettable memories for your group scrapbooks.
Tira recommends:
Nails Our Way Gel Well Nail Enamel Perfect Love Combo – Pk3
Faces Canada Ultime Pro Splash Instant Manicure Nail Extension – Bubblegum
Bronson Professional Manicure & Pedicure 19-In-1 Tool Kit Set with Storage Box
VLCC Pedicure Manicure Hand & Foot Care Kit
Nails Our Way Nail Care Cuticle Softener - Cuti Care
Swapping scents
Celebrate your long-distance friendship with a fragrant twist by swapping signature perfumes. Select a scent that captures your persona and send it to your best friend, along with a heartfelt note explaining why you chose it. In return, they can send a perfume that reflects their choice. You can use the fragrance finder at a Tira store to zero in on the notes that match your personality. As you both wear your new scents, you'll share an invisible bond that transcends any distance.
Tira recommends:
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Eau De Toilette
Tom Ford Oud Minerale Eau De Parfum
Gucci Bloom Eau De Parfum
Kayali Vanilla 28 Eau De Parfum
Karl Lagerfeld Karl Paris 21 Rue Saint Guillaume Eau De Parfum
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Match made in Zen
If morning yoga with your besties sounds basic, here’s a refreshing update: face yoga. Swap out your downward dog for cheek lifts and brow raises, turning your morning routine into a playful and rejuvenating experience. Try face cups, jade rollers and gua shas for a variety of massages and share your plans for the day while you’re under red light therapy. This gentle yet effective ritual boosts your morning glow and the mutual support strengthens your bond with your besties, making beauty and wellness a seamless part of your day.
Tira recommends:
House of Beauty Face Cups For Lifting, Boosting Collagen, Reducing Wrinkles & Fine Lines
Tira Jade Facial Roller
Tira Rose Quartz Gua Sha
Protouch 3 in 1 LED Face Mask - Anti-Ageing & Anti-Acne, Facial Glow Mask For Clean & Clear Skin
House of Beauty 24K Face Massager Single For Undereye Puffiness, Dark Circles, Tightening
Makeup trade-off
Pack your makeup essentials and head over to your best friend’s place for a fun makeup bag swap. Share why each product has earned a permanent spot in your vanity and let your friend experience it first-hand. This fun exchange is a great way to explore viral must-haves while bonding over shared beauty secrets. Elevate the experience with mini GRWM sessions, taking turns to do each other’s makeup. Capture the final looks with a few Polaroid snaps. The result? A happy afternoon filled with laughter, new beauty finds, cute snaps and even stronger friendships.
Tira recommends:
PIXI On-The-Glow Blush – Fleur
CLINIQUE Almost Lipstick - Black Honey
Rom&nd Better Than Eyeshadow Palette - 00 Light & Glitter Garden
Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Lip & Cheek Stain – Rose
Unplug and unwind
Set a date with your work besties for a digital and hair detox. As a charcoal and lemon oil-infused hair mask detoxifies your strands and scalp, you can power down your devices and indulge in a real conversation. The absence of work mail buzz will create a calm, refreshing atmosphere. This detox day can be for haircare and mindfulness, reminding you that one way to recharge is to unplug and savour the simple joys of life with your besties.
