These Awesome Self-Care Products Are a Must For a Healing Moment
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In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, taking a moment for self-care is not just a luxury — it’s a necessity. You might already be thinking that there’s never enough time to practice self-care. But, as we all well know by now, you can and should carve out some space to nurture your soul. Taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being is key to showing up and being the best version of yourself.
Need some help? What better way to indulge in self-care than with a curated selection of awesome products designed to pamper, refresh, and rejuvenate? From skincare essentials that cocoon you in luxury to mindfulness tools that help you find your center, this roundup is a treasure trove of self-care gems designed to nourish mind, body, and spirit. We hope these recommendations are just the first step in your journey of self-love.
Calming Lavender Heat Pillow
Whether you’re recovering from a rough workout or you just need a little heat therapy to help you chill out, this soothing lavender-scented pillow is a self-care product that quickly warms up in the microwave for instant relief.
Drape it across your shoulders, or cuddle up with it as it lays nestled on your chest.
Cooling Eye Orbits
After long hours of staring at screens, these donut-shaped cooling stones can help diffuse puffiness and irritation when refrigerated.
They’re the perfect size and shape to stay nestled in the hollows of your eye sockets, so they won’t easily slide around while you’re trying to relax.
Protect Organic Mushroom Blend Defend Mix
Mushrooms are the newest big thing in wellness, and this beloved adaptogenic mix from renowned health brand Four Sigmatic is high on our radar. It combines nature’s ten most functional and beneficial fungi in one superpowder for an easy upgrade to our everyday beverages.
From increased immunity to enhanced energy, focus, and even skin hydration, your loved one will appreciate the body boost that improves their quality of life — it even has K-cups for a convenient coffee experience.
“It’s the only thing that helps me get through my day,” says one five-star reviewer, adding, “It’s cheaper than some recommended medications with no side effects.”
“I’m not one to boast the benefits of such things, but this has been truly life-changing for me,” says another.
“Go F*ck Yourself, I'm Coloring” Swear Word Coloring Book by Alex Fleming
Marking up this cheeky adult coloring book will provide plenty of tension relief with quirky designs, fiery curse words, and foul-mouthed expressions. This self-care product is a creative and humorous way to find your stress-free flow.
Temperature Balancing Weighted Blanket
Sleep sounder with a weighted blanket to evenly distribute pressure across your whole body for instant anxiety relief. This self-care gift’s temperature-balancing technology will ensure you don’t feel too hot while bundled underneath, and a washable outer cover makes for easy maintenance.
G4 Mini Percussive Therapy Device
For tense muscles and chronic pain, this self-care product from Theragun will rapidly massage out any extreme tightness and pain your body is experiencing. It’s a great tool for both post-workout maintenance and the occasional sore spot.
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Full Moon Dust Sachet Box
Whether you’re looking to sleep more soundly or boost your focus, these supplement sachets from Moon Juice can help you tap into your best self.
Its 12 included adaptogens are composed of six blends and can be added to any beverage of your choice for super easy consumption.
Gift Card
Take time out of your day to focus on the things that make you happy — whether it’s an existing hobby or a brand new skill set that will help expand your horizons.
Masterclass gives you full access to a diverse library of classes, like culinary arts, film and TV, photography, and more — all taught by famed instructors.
Rose Quartz Facial Roller
Boost the power of your favorite creams and serums with a rose quartz facial roller that helps all of your favorite products sink into the skin.
Making a habit of daily rolling can support lymphatic drainage to diminish puffiness and wrinkles, so you never have to fear frown lines.
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R + R Mask
Sometimes a face mask is all you need to feel brand new. This one from Summer Fridays is made for pampering with a two-in-one formula that buffs skin for a brighter completion, then nourishes it with natural oils for a surge of hydration.
Super-Plush Robe
And since slathering on a face mask while Netflix-binging just wouldn’t be right in jeans, this cozy, Turkish cotton robe is a better alternative for lounging.
Its substantial 380 GSM weight is as absorbent as a towel, making it ideal for cozying up while carrying out your post-bath, me-time rituals.
Tanjun Running Shoes
Comfortable footwear for all the important mindful walks one can and should do is the best gift you can give to yourself or others.
Whether your workout consists of sit-ups and squats or a leisurely walk with a loved one, these supportive Nike sneaks will help get your heart pumping. They’re perfectly cushioned, so you can feel comfortable with every step.
The Self Care Bucket List
Your journey to better self-care starts with this set of prompts. Simply pick a card each day and follow the instructions!
From watching a funny animal video to going for a walk with a friend, 100 easy-to-accomplish ideas will make taking time for yourself feel like second nature.
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Matcha Turmeric Superfood Latte Blend
Take care of yourself from the inside out with Golde’s nourishing wellness powders. This superfood blend from the Black- and female-owned brand is formulated with anti-inflammatory turmeric and ginger, plus energizing Japanese matcha green tea to help you get through the day.
Chill Pills Bath Bombs
Take a break in the tub with a set of six super fizzy, scented bath bombs that’ll instantly calm your mind with room-filling notes of jasmine and rose.
This self-care product is packed with a blend of hemp, jojoba, and safflower seed oils to cleanse and nourish skin, so your body can emerge from the bath feeling reborn.
Smart Home Plug-in Diffuser Kit
This unique diffuser puts a smart spin on aromatherapy with a connected app that allows you to set schedules, swap scents, and adjust the intensity at any time.
This self-care product plugs directly into any outlet and also serves as a nightlight with colors that can be controlled and dimmed from your smartphone. This set even comes with two essential oil refills!
Grace Foam Roller Water Bottle
It’s no secret that hydration is essential to any self-care routine, but this water bottle will help you heal from the inside out.
Its tough, nubby exterior can serve as a foam roller for targeted muscle tension release, and it can be used for hot or cold therapy, depending on the temperature of the water you fill it with.
Posh Peony Spa Gift with Wine
You’ll appreciate all of the sweet-smelling skincare essentials in this peony set. It comes with body lotion, shower gel, body scrub, a bath sponge, and a bar of soap for a complete regimen your body will love.
Use it in the bath along with a glass of Lucca & Sons sparkling rose (also included) for a restorative night.
4-in-1 Facial Wand and Renew Complex Serum
This skincare device aims to rid your face of blemishes, fine lines, wrinkles, and puffy eyes. While it certainly does all of that with dedicated, routine use, this at-home facial tool’s therapeutic accolades — it massages, sends microcurrents, warms, and uses red light therapy — also soothes, as seen in this review by our senior digital art director Bridget Clegg.
Cooling Pillow
Can a pillow change your life? Yes, it can. This one from Bear, a mattress company known for its cooling gel foam beds, is layered with special materials that keep it cool to the touch throughout the night. The result? A good night’s rest, which is so important for your self-care.
The innovative foam will also give you proper support and comfort for hours.
“Imperfect: The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brené Brown
By now, you’ve probably heard of Brené Brown, scientist, researcher, and brilliant thinker who has inspired many of us to be vulnerable. Her famous TED Talk on the subject landed her in the zeitgeist, but her more recent work, Imperfect: The Gifts of Imperfection, will provide you with daily practices for wholehearted living.
Bubble Mate Foot Spa
Your feet deserve a rest after a long, stressful day. This foot spa’s water jets and raised nodes will massage your tired toes and heels. Even better, it heats the water for a truly soothing effect.
Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set
Whether your body is aching or you just feel a little tense from stress, this acupressure mat and pillow can help restore and relieve with its thousands of pressure point nodes designed to increase your circulation and blood flow. It applies pressure through a series of small points that simulate acupuncture-style therapy.
Relaxing Self-Care Gift Box
Whether you’re shopping for a self-care gift for someone or for yourself, this one serves TLC. The salt-and-sand-scented bath salts, hand cream, and candle will transport users to the beach, which is, for many, a soothing, happy place.
It arrives in a lovely box that one can reuse to house affirmations, notes, and more.
Phone Jail Lock Box with Timer
We get it — self-control is not the easiest thing. Putting down the phone for a set amount of time has proven to be a challenge. This jail box will force you to avoid screen time and focus on something other than your device by locking your phone inside.
You decide how long — one minute to 30 days. In case of an emergency, the box features functional slots so you can receive and make calls.
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