Everyone runs into stressful days sometimes. When this happens it’s more important, than ever to take care of yourself. There are plenty of ways to manage your stress levels. One of the best ways to go above and beyond in terms of self-care is to take a day to just pamper yourself.
When you’re looking to give yourself a self-care day, it’s fun to tie in a layer of retail therapy. After all, there’s nothing wrong with splurging every once in a while, especially in the name of self-care. A quick trip to the mall or some time browsing on the internet can help you find practical products that will also make fun additions to your self-care day.
Here’s a list of 15 products to consider buying when you’re looking to splurge for your next self-care day.
Bath bombs are a great way to take a relatively mundane act of self-care, like taking a bath, and make it more fun and exciting. There’s a certain level of joy that comes with dropping a bath bomb into the tub as it fills with water and watching it as it dissolves.
Depending on what kind of bath bomb you opt for, there are a ton of benefits that can come with them in addition to making your bath more exciting. Some come with citrus scents to help you lift your mood, while others are made with lavender to help you relax. Whatever you’re looking for, you can probably find a bath bomb to fit your needs.
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Let’s face it: face masks are an essential part of a self-care day. Whether you’re looking to open your pores, brighten your skin, or clear up some problem spots, there’s definitely a face mask out there for you.
Throw on your face mask, kick back, and relax while the mask does its thing. Depending on what mask you go for, you’ll have to leave it on between 15 minutes to half an hour, so that’s some solid down time for you to unwind and do nothing.
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There’s just something so calming about lighting a candle. Find a candle in a calming scent or just a scent you particularly enjoy. It’s a great way to add some ambient lighting and some pleasant scents to your self-care day. They’re especially nice to put in your bathroom while you’re taking a bath or on your desk while you do something else relaxing, like journaling or coloring.
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Tons of people swear by essential oils as an integral part of their self-care routine. You can sometimes find pre-made essential oil blends created to help with certain areas of mental health, like relaxation or sleep. Or, if you consider yourself to be an expert in aromatherapy, make your own blends to help suit your unique needs. The best way to use essential oils is through a diffuser. The diffuser will disperse the essential oils into the air, making them safe for you to breathe in.
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Coloring is usually seen as an activity that you leave behind once you leave elementary school. But it doesn’t have to be. In fact, it has been found that coloring can help you reduce stress and alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression. It’s a great way to get your mind off of everyday stressors and just focus on doing something relaxing and creative. If you don’t have any old childhood coloring books laying around, there are a ton of options for adult coloring books out there.
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Nail care is an often-overlooked element of self-care. Giving your nails a quick trim is a small step that can do wonders for both your mental health and your physical health. If you’re in the mood to go the extra mile, treat yourself to an at-home manicure with a quick nail polish job.
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Take special care of your skin with some pleasant smelling lotion. It’s a great way to keep your skin in good shape by making sure it’s moisturized. It’s an easy extra step you can take to pamper yourself on your self-care day.
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Tea is the ultimate drink to prepare yourself on a self-care day. It’s super easy to pull together and there’s just something relaxing about sipping on a hot beverage.
There are tons of tea options out there, so there’s definitely one that you’ll like. There are even tea options that are helpful for relaxation and stress relief. Some of them come in premade mixes, but some standalone relaxation options include chamomile or green tea.
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Using a toner is an extra step you can take to take special care of your face. This might be a good thing to do before putting on a face mask. What a toner does is give your face a boost of hydration while also removing some of the dead skin cells from your face. It’s a small step that can make a world of difference for your skin.
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Your self-care day is a good opportunity to play some extra attention to your hair. A deep conditioner can help you out with that. The role of a deep conditioner is to add some extra hydration to your hair as well as repair some damage caused by things like heat.
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Make sure to pay your feet some special attention on your self-care day, too. A pumice stone can help you give yourself a mini pedicure in your own home. Run the stone along your feet to get rid of any dead skin. Your feet will be unbelievably smooth in no time.
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Foot masks are another way to pay extra attention to your feet. Most foot masks come in the form of single-use socks. Depending on what foot mask you find, you can give your feet a whole range of benefits. Above all, foot masks help your feet feel soothed, refreshed, and nourished.
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A pillow mist can help you make sure that your good vibes from your self-care continue into the night. Pillow mists provide some aromatherapy to help you relax and sleep at night. A good night’s sleep is an important part of continued self-care, and a pillow mist can help you do that.
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Facial rollers are a nice luxury to add to your skin care routine on your self-care day. Rollers help with collagen production in your face, which can help with things like reducing puffiness and dark circles.
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Above all, self-care days are about being comfortable and taking care of yourself. A pair of slippers is a nice luxury item to help you feel cozy as you take care of yourself.
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