Fitness coach Sophie Butler on the everyday items that help her feel invincible, from comfy trainers to megawatt make-up
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like the rest of us, Sophie Butler finds her confidence levels ebb and flow. “I’ve grown in self-assurance this year, but I still have bad days,” she says. “I’m often the only disabled woman in the room, which can make me feel inadequate.” Her coping mechanism? A whole lot of self-love. “If I’m hung up on an insecurity, I’ll tell myself, ‘Your worth is not rooted in your appearance.’ Instead, I try to appreciate my body for what it can do, not how it looks.”
Do body hair your way with the Philips Lumea, available at Philips.co.uk/lumea
Revolution Skincare SPF30 Protecting Boost, £10
I’m acne-prone, so using products I trust, like this oil-control SPF, is key to boosting my skin confidence.
Philips Lumea IPL device, £449
I used to feel like I always had to be hair-free. Now, I only de-fuzz for me. The Lumea keeps my underarms smoother for longer.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer, £17
This lipgloss from Rihanna’s range makes me feel like a 10 out of 10. I have one in every handbag.
Sitting Pretty by Rebekah Taussig, £11.99
This was the first book I read by a disabled author. It felt like someone saying, “You’re not alone in this.”
Converse All Star high-tops, £57
I’m a firm believer in only wearing what makes you happy. These are so comfortable and go with everything.
Gymshark sports bra, £30
Fitness has played a huge role in my body-confidence journey. I take pride in feeling strong.