Hey, bestie,
You know those little tricks that make life just… easier?
The ones that save you time, money, stress, and make your daily routine feel more put together? The hacks that make you think “why didn’t I know this sooner?”
These are the girl life hacks that actually matter.
Not the random internet hacks that don’t work in real life. Not the ones that require 47 ingredients you don’t have. Not the “just be organized!” advice that helps nobody.
These are the everyday hacks I actually use to make my life run smoother, look more aesthetic, and feel less chaotic. The ones that transformed my daily routine from surviving to thriving.
From getting ready faster to making your space Pinterest-worthy on a budget to actually sticking to your goals — these 21 girl life hacks will genuinely improve your everyday life.
✨ Want even more life-changing tips? Download my free Pinterest to Dream Life Starter Kit — it’s full of practical hacks for turning your entire life into your dream life.
Let’s make your daily life easier, bestie.
MORNING ROUTINE GIRL LIFE HACKS
1. The “Outfit Photo Album” Hack
Take photos of outfits you love when you’re wearing them. Create an album on your phone. On rushed mornings, just recreate an outfit from your photos instead of standing in your closet for 20 minutes. Game changer.
2. Skincare in the Shower
Do your morning cleanse and first treatment step IN the shower while your hair mask sits. You’re already there, it saves counter time, and you’ll actually be consistent. Efficiency = glow up.
3. The “Everything Basket” by Your Bed
Phone, charger, water bottle, journal, book, hand cream — everything you need at night and morning lives in one cute basket next to your bed. No more hunting for your phone charger at 6am.
4. Dry Shampoo at NIGHT
Apply dry shampoo before bed, not in the morning. It has all night to absorb oil. Wake up with actually refreshed hair, not powdery roots. This hack alone saves 10 minutes every morning.
BEAUTY & SELF-CARE GIRL LIFE HACKS
5. Ice Cube Facial Massage
Keep a jade roller in the freezer OR just use ice cubes. Morning facial massage depuffs your face, wakes you up better than coffee, and gives you that clean girl glow. 2 minutes, major results.
6. Coconut Oil for EVERYTHING
Makeup remover, hair mask, body moisturizer, cuticle oil, lip balm. One $8 jar replaces like 6 products. Plus it’s natural and smells amazing. That Girl approved.
7. The Silk Pillowcase Investment
This isn’t just bougie — silk pillowcases actually prevent hair breakage and face wrinkles. Your future self will thank you. Also makes your bed look more aesthetic. Win-win.
8. Shower Cap for Non-Wash Days
Protect your styled hair in the shower with a cute shower cap. Sounds obvious but most girls don’t do this and then wonder why their hair falls flat. Maintain that blow-out, babe.
PRODUCTIVITY & ORGANIZATION GIRL LIFE HACKS
9. Sunday Reset Ritual
Spend 1 hour every Sunday: meal prep basics, plan outfits, clean your space, set weekly goals. This one hour saves 10+ hours of chaos during the week. Non-negotiable for That Girl life.
10. The “One Touch” Rule
When you touch something, deal with it immediately. Mail? Open and file or trash. Clothes? Hang or hamper. Dishes? Wash right away. Stops clutter before it starts.
11. Time Block Your Calendar
Don’t just write tasks — block specific time. “Work on business” becomes “9-11am: Write blog post.” Suddenly you actually do the thing instead of scrolling. Use this for everything.
12. The 2-Minute Rule
If something takes less than 2 minutes, do it immediately. Respond to text, wash the cup, hang the jacket. These tiny tasks pile up into overwhelming clutter. Kill them instantly.
AESTHETIC LIVING GIRL LIFE HACKS
13. Matching Hangers Transform Everything
Replace all your random hangers with matching ones (velvet or wood). Your closet instantly looks expensive and organized. Clothes don’t slip off. It’s a $30 glow up for your entire wardrobe.
14. Candles in Every Room
Not just for ambiance — they make your space smell amazing and look elevated. Light them while you’re home. Your apartment becomes your sanctuary. The aesthetic girl essential.
15. The “Pinterest Test” for Purchases
Before buying decor/clothes, ask: “Would this fit on my Pinterest board?” If no, don’t buy it. Keeps your space and style cohesive and curated. Saves money, increases aesthetic.
16. Fresh Flowers Weekly
Trader Joe’s flowers are $5-10. One bouquet makes your entire space feel luxurious and cared for. Fresh flowers = That Girl energy. Not optional.
WELLNESS & HEALTHY LIVING GIRL LIFE HACKS
17. Pre-Portioned Snacks
Sunday prep: portion nuts, fruit, veggies into containers. When you’re hungry, you grab the healthy option because it’s just as easy as junk food. Remove the friction, change the habit.
18. Walking Meetings/Calls
Any phone call becomes a hot girl walk. Friend calling? Walk. Work call (if possible)? Walk. Podcast? Walk. You’ll hit 10k steps without “working out.” Movement without trying.
19. The Gallon Water Bottle
Get a 64oz water bottle with time markers. Fill it once. Drink it throughout the day. You’ll actually drink enough water. Clear skin, energy, better digestion — all from one bottle.
20. Bedtime Non-Negotiable: 10pm Phone Away
Put your phone across the room at 10pm. Read, journal, do skincare, wind down properly. You’ll sleep better and wake up better. This hack alone changed my life.
MONEY & BUDGET GIRL LIFE HACKS
21. The “Pinterest to Shopping List” Method
Save items to Pinterest first. Wait 1 week. Still want it? Add to shopping list. Wait another week. STILL want it? Buy it. This eliminates 80% of impulse purchases and you only buy what you actually love.
BONUS: This is exactly how I teach you to use Pinterest strategically in my Pinterest to Dream Life Starter Kit — turn those boards into intentional action plans, not just wish lists.
How to Actually Implement These Girl Life Hacks
Reading this list = interesting. Implementing these hacks = life-changing.
Here’s how to make them stick:
Week 1: Choose 3 hacks that resonate most
Week 2: Implement those 3 consistently
Week 3: Add 3 more hacks
Week 4: Add 3 more hacks
By month 2, you’ll have transformed:
- Your morning routine (faster, more efficient)
- Your space (more aesthetic, more organized)
- Your productivity (actually getting things done)
- Your wellness (drinking water, moving more, sleeping better)
- Your spending (more intentional, less regret)
That’s the compound effect of everyday hacks, babe.
Why These Girl Life Hacks Actually Work
Most life hacks fail because they’re complicated, require things you don’t have, or don’t fit real life.
These work because:
✅ They’re actually easy — no 10-step process
✅ They save time — you’re busy, these help
✅ They’re affordable — no expensive gadgets
✅ They’re sustainable — you can do them forever
✅ They compound — small changes = big results over time
✅ They’re aesthetic — function meets beauty
The That Girl life isn’t about perfection. It’s about having systems and hacks that make your daily life run smoothly so you have energy for your actual dreams.
These 21 girl life hacks? They’re the foundation.
Your Girl Life Hacks Action Plan
Today:
- Screenshot or save this post
- Choose 3 hacks you’ll start immediately
- Get any supplies you need (matching hangers, silk pillowcase, water bottle, etc.)
This Week:
- Implement your 3 chosen hacks daily
- Notice what changes (time saved, stress reduced, aesthetic improved)
- Add to your list as they become automatic
This Month:
- Build up to 10+ hacks as part of your daily routine
- Watch your life get easier, prettier, and more organized
- Share which hacks worked best for you
Your dream life is built through small, strategic everyday improvements. These hacks are how you get there.
The Truth About Life Hacks
Life hacks won’t solve all your problems. They won’t manifest your dream life alone. They won’t replace hard work or strategy.
But they WILL:
- Free up time for what actually matters
- Make your daily routine feel more intentional
- Create small wins that build momentum
- Make your life look and feel more put together
- Give you proof that you can improve your life
And that proof? That’s what builds into bigger transformations.
The girls living their Pinterest dream life aren’t just lucky. They have systems. They have routines. They have everyday hacks that make the life they want actually sustainable.
You’re about to become one of them.
Take It Further
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These 21 girl life hacks are just the beginning, babe. Your entire dream life is built through small, strategic improvements like these.
Start with one hack today. Your future self is already thanking you.
Xo,
Chelsea Elise
P.S. The matching hangers hack seems small but it genuinely changed how I feel about my closet. Sometimes the tiniest changes create the biggest shifts. Don’t skip the small stuff. 💕