September has a funny way of making us want to get our lives back in order. After a summer of holidays, late nights, relaxed routines and perhaps one too many glasses of wine in the garden, there’s something quite appealing about getting back to ourselves. But we’re not talking about a strict September reset or suddenly deciding we’re going to become a completely different person. Back To You, our annual September Edit, is about something much simpler: finding our way back to the routines, rituals and little pleasures that make us feel good.
It might be getting back into your morning skincare routine, cooking more nourishing meals, making your bedroom feel like somewhere you actually want to sleep, or simply carving out a little more time for yourself. These are the small things that can make a surprisingly big difference to how we feel.
Here are some of the things we’re bringing back into our routines this September.
Start from the inside out
Summer can be surprisingly hard on our beauty routines. More time in the sun, later nights and being away from home can all mean the usual rituals go slightly out of the window. Collagen is an easy one to bring back into the everyday. Wild Nutrition Collagen 500 Plus combines hydrolysed collagen with vitamin C and other nutrients, making it a simple addition to a daily routine for those looking to support skin, hair, nails and joints.
Rather than adding another complicated step to the day, it’s about finding those easy habits that you can actually stick to.
The one-and-done daily supplement
September is often when we start thinking about the habits we want to get back into, and supplements can be an easy one to let slip over summer. SISTERLY The Elevator is designed specifically for women, bringing 23 nutrients together in one daily sachet, including vitamins, minerals, CoQ10 and magnesium. We like the simplicity of it. Rather than taking a handful of different supplements every morning, it’s one easy daily ritual designed to support energy, immunity, hormonal health, skin, hair and nails. It feels particularly suited to September: a simple way to get back into a consistent routine without making that routine feel complicated.
Invest in your evenings
There’s something about September that makes us want to get into bed earlier. The evenings start drawing in, mornings become a little cooler and suddenly staying in feels much more appealing. A beautiful pair of pyjamas can make the transition from day to evening feel that little bit more special. This espresso brown Chelsea Peers Tencel Modal Pyjama Set has that effortless combination of comfort and polish that makes it perfect for slow Sunday mornings and early nights alike.
Because sometimes getting back to yourself starts with simply giving yourself permission to switch off.
An easy way to get more protein in
Protein is one of those things we’re all thinking about a little more these days, particularly when we’re trying to get back into good routines after summer. But getting enough doesn’t have to mean another shake or protein bar. Freja Traditional Bone Broth is such a deliciously easy way to top up your daily protein. Their classic bone broths are naturally high in protein and collagen, made from real ingredients and slow-cooked for a rich, savoury flavour. A mug makes a really satisfying snack or light lunch, or you can use it as the base for soups, stews and other autumn cooking. It feels like the perfect September habit: something genuinely nourishing that’s easy to work into your day, and actually tastes good too. Because the best healthy habits are the ones you want to keep doing.
Make home your happy place
After months of throwing open the windows and spending as much time outside as possible, September is when home starts to feel important again. We want softer lighting, blankets on the sofa, cosy textures and that unmistakable feeling that you’re happy to be in for the evening. A good candle is one of the easiest ways to change the atmosphere. JO LOVES Amber, Lime & Bergamot Home Candle combines warm amber with fresher citrus notes, creating the kind of scent that works beautifully as the seasons change. Sometimes it’s the smallest changes that make home feel like a place you want to retreat to.
Create a proper wind-down
Getting back into a routine also means getting serious about our evenings. Rather than scrolling until the moment we fall asleep, September is a good time to create a proper transition between busy days and bedtime. A warm bath, a good book, low lighting and an earlier night can be surprisingly effective. BetterYou Magnesium Sleep Bath Flakes are made for exactly this kind of ritual. Add them to a warm bath, put your phone away and give yourself 20 minutes where there is absolutely nothing else you need to be doing. It’s not about making bedtime complicated. It’s about making it feel good.
Remember that pleasure counts too
Wellness can sometimes become a very serious business. We track our sleep, count our steps, monitor our nutrition and think about whether we’re doing enough exercise. But feeling good is also about pleasure. Hello Nancy LEM is designed around intimate wellbeing and pleasure, and is a reminder that reconnecting with ourselves can be about more than productivity or health goals. Making time for intimacy, whether that’s with a partner or simply reconnecting with our own bodies, is just as valid a part of feeling good.
Keep the habits that make you feel good
The best September routines are the ones that don’t feel like a chore. Symprove daily liquid supplement is designed to support gut health and is another example of a simple habit that can slot easily into an existing routine. It’s not about trying to change everything at once, but finding a few things that work for you and making them part of everyday life. Because consistency will always beat an ambitious routine that lasts three weeks.
This September, it’s about us… Perhaps the best thing about September is that it gives us permission to come back to ourselves without feeling that we need to reinvent ourselves.
We can get back to the gym, but we can also go for a long walk.
We can eat more nourishing food, but we can still have the pudding.
We can prioritise sleep, but we can stay up late when there’s a good reason.
We can look after our skin, our bodies and our wellbeing, but we can also make time for the things that simply make us happy.
Because Back To You isn’t about becoming a new you.
It’s about remembering what makes you feel like you.
