Embracing Your ~Self-Care Era~? These 31 Items Will Help You Pamper Yourself
1. A self-care journal, if you want to slow down and spend less time doom scrolling on your phone. It has undated pages (so there's no pressure to write in it every day), a mood tracker, and prompts to help you be kinder to yourself and to live a more mindful life.
Kyn You Believe It/Etsy
Kyn You Believe It is a small business that sells inspirational pins, magnets, journals, greeting cards, and more.
Promising review:"Love this journal, such an easy way to start reflecting on your mental health journey. Highly recommend. I also loved the postcard with an affirmation on it. Thank you!" — Kailyn
Get it from Kyn You Believe It on Etsy for $16 + (available in 20 cover designs and two sizes).
2. A Lola Blanket that, according to the brand, is the "most reviewed blanket in the world" AND was featured on Oprah's Favorite Things for a reason — it's unbelievably soft, durable, and beautiful. You'll feel like you're wrapped in a cloud — you deserve it, too!
Lola Blankets
Promising review: " You will never, ever find a softer, cozier blanket!I want at least three more of them; one for every bedroom in the house. Phenomenal!" — Bonnie
Get it from Lola Blankets for $125+ (available in five sizes and a variety of colors/prints).
3. A massage stick , if exercising is a part of your self-care routine. It can be used before workouts to relieve stiffness or after workouts to soothe sore muscles. All you have to do is roll it on an area of your body for a relaxing massage.
Target
Promising review:"This product works really great for getting knots out of my neck and hamstrings." — Target Customer
Get it from Target for $15 .
4. A weighted neck pillow that has a built-in speaker with relaxing white noise to help you unwind after a long day. You can also connect it to your phone if you prefer to listen to your fave playlist. BTW, it's rechargeable, so you can use it anywhere or take it with you while traveling.
Nordstrom Rack
Promising review:"I was gifted with the Pure Sound Therapy Neck Wrap last year. What I have found is pure joy! Whether relaxing with a good book or preparing for bed. You will love this neck wrap.It has three very intoxicating rain sounds with adjustable volume, or you can pair it with your Bluetooth and listen to your personal soundtrack. The aromatherapy disks are an added bonus for those comfortable with essential oil scents. I now sleep like a baby. Hands down, this is my new favorite thing! It's the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. Buy two, because you'll definitely want one for yourself. A purchase you won't regret!" — MichiganMama
Get it from Nordstrom Rack for $49.99 (originally $79.99).
5. A heated eye massager, so after a long day, you can fit in some much-needed "me time." It has five different massage modes, a 15-minute timer, and Bluetooth capability so you can also play music to help you relax and kick back.
If you have any eye problems, talk with your doctor before using this.
Promising review: "This eye massager is fantastic! My daughter sent me one for Mother's Day. Once I tried it out, I sent one to my mom, son, and daughter-in-law. They all loved it so much that three more family members purchased them. This is a fantastic product and a great gift idea for the self-care we all need but rarely make time for in our day. After enjoying the massage, I feel so relaxed, and the tension is gone. You do need to charge it after every use. The adjustable strength of pressure, heat, or no heat, and optional music make it even better. Great buy, 10 out of 10!!!!" — brooke
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in nine colors, two versions, and a two-pack).
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6. Or eye stones that you just have to chill in your fridge so they can provide a soothing, cooling sensation after you spend hours on your computer. BTW, they're made from Finnish soapstone that's over 2 billion years old!
Uncommon Goods
Promising review:"Really cooling, super heavy, feels really good on the eyes. Ridiculously relaxing. Was very unexpected that these would be so good." — Dirt sock
Get a set of two from Uncommon Goods for $25 .
7. A super plush robe , because what's a self-care day without a cozy robe? You'll feel like you're at a fancy spa when you wrap yourself in it because it's luxuriously thick, cozy, and it comes in a bunch of solid and striped options that look elevated and chic.
Brooklinen
Promising review:"I LOVE this robe! When I wear it, it's like I'm being hugged. So soft and warm." — LuAnn
Get it from Brooklinen for $126.50 (originally $149; available in unisex sizes XS–XXL and in 15 colors).
8. Or a Quince silk robe if you want an option that won't leave you feeling overheated. It's lightweight, cool, comfy, and will feel luxurious against your skin.
Quince
Promising review: "Get this robe, and you'll be on comfy cloud nine.Not only will you feel luxuriously cozy, but the way this fabric falls on the body is so sensual as well! It's the perfect length, not too short for the tall girlies. This silk really feels like a second skin, and matches body temperature perfectly. I just want to live in this." — Amanda A.
Get it from Quince for $120 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and four colors).
9. A spa set that comes with everything you'll need to have a spa day at home. Since you won't have to leave your house, you can pamper yourself while binging Love Island, and no one can judge you.
Anthropologie
What's included: Asilk sleep mask, ice roller, exfoliating mitt, gua sha, hair clip, shower steamer, scalp massager, silk scrunchie, and a jelly tote with an inner drawstring bag.
Promising review: "This is a perfect gift set for anyone of any age, old to young. It has everything you need to start your relaxation. Great travel kit. Love the great design. Eye-catching and chic! Must buy." — Whereisjax
Get it from Anthropologie for $40 (available in two colors).
10. An affordable back and neck massager to help ease the tension from sitting all day. It's perfect for anyone who works from home, so you can fit some self-care in between Zoom meetings.
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This bestselling "selfie massager" has a unique design that allows it to reach places that would typically result in discomfort and weighs less than a pound. It can also be used on your back and feet and is BPA-free and hypoallergenic.
Promising review:"The ergonomic design of this is really quite ingenious. There are so many ways to use this product to relieve tension pretty much anywhere on your body. I enjoy that it's lightweight and easy to use. I also like that it can reach parts of my back that other massagers can't, and I can control the amount of pressure I want.I bought one of these for myself, and then I bought one for my mom. She loves it, and my dad has been caught using it more than she has! They even took it with them on vacation. Overall, a great product. Well designed and useful." — fallofshadows
Get it from Amazon for $19.94+ (available in four colors, and packs of two).
11. Or a shiatsu-massaging pillow so you can get an awesome massage at home on your fave chair. I have one of these, and OMG!! It feels amazing, and it can be used on your neck, back, and even legs.
Promising review:"Best Father's Day gift! I bought this for my husband for Father's Day and was pleasantly surprised. The massager is compact and not bulky, but covers a large area.My husband loves using this when just hanging out in the living room with our 2-year-old son, watching TV on the couch, or even working in the home office. We have yet to bring it in the car with us, but so far we love this product. The option to turn off the heat is great, too, because sometimes we don't need it hot. All in all it's a great massager for the price and best part is I also get to use it, too." — agnes s.
Get it from Amazon for $69.95+ (available in five colors).
12. A skin treatment candle that's two products in one — and who doesn't like a multitasker? It'll make your home smell amazing for an aromatherapy experience. And, when the wax is melted, you can use it as a massage oil to relax and deeply hydrate your body.
Ulta
Promising review:"It's really creamy and nourishing for the skin after a bath." — Victoria
Get it from Ulta for $48 .
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13. A super soft PJ set so you'll have a comfy 'fit to lounge around in while you rewatch your fave episodes of Gilmore Girls — hey, binging your comfort show in comfy clothes is self-care. Bonus: it's stylish enough to step out in, just in case your cute neighbor spots you while you're grabbing your Amazon packages.
Bare Necessities
Promising review:"Hands-down, the best pajamas I've ever owned." — Kristen P.
Get it from Bare Necessities for $58 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and in nine colors).
14. A nourishing lip scrub and balm duo formulated with paw paw fruit, aloe vera, olive oil, and caster oil to pamper your pout. One side is filled with a gentle sugar scrub to exfoliate your lips, and the other side contains a hydrating lip balm. Add this to your bedtime routine and you'll wake up to softer, smoother lips.
Amazon
I have this lip scrub and balm duo, and I love it! I love that it comes in a convenient container that has both products in one. It's easy to carry with me on the go or while traveling. Plus, the lip scrub is very gentle, unlike harsher ones I've tried before. The balm is very soothing, too. I like to use this before bed, and I wake up to hydrated lips that feel really soft.
Get it from Amazon for $10.41 .
15. Moisturizing heel socks that you can wear to bed in order to wake up with softer and more hydrated feet. This gel-lined sock is infused with jojoba seed oil, olive oil, and vitamin E oil. You can also pair it with your favorite lotion, and they are reusable and washable.
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Promising review:"I used these socks with Dr. Scholl's severe cracked heel balm , every night for the first week, and then on and off for the next few weeks. Photos (shown above) are about three weeks apart. My heels had deep, painful cracks that would occasionally bleed, and now they're almost gone." — Manuel C.
Get two pairs from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in regular and wide widths, in 15 color options, and in packs of one, two, and three).
16. Cleansing spa water clothes so you'll have a gentle way to remove makeup when you can't do your whole routine. Unlike other disposable wipes that can be harsh on skin, they're formulated with mineral-rich Yumura hot spring water to soothe irritation and botanical extracts of mint, rosemary, ginger, and lavender to balance and hydrate your skin. They'll remove dirt, excess oil, and makeup while leaving your face feeling soft, smooth, and moisturized.
Dermstore
Promising reviews:"I received a sample of these, and I really enjoyed using them. They are soft and luxurious and do a great job of removing makeup. They are rather expensive but are a nice self-care treat." — Anonymous
"So I don't use makeup remover wipes because they usually have too many preservatives and are too harsh on the skin; however, I got these, and man, they are the softest cloths I've ever used! It's also very gentle, which is great for someone like me who has very sensitive skin. I think this is something I would keep with me for emergencies because I still prefer to not use wipes to take makeup off, but other than that, I think these are great." — Anonymous
Get a 30-pack from Dermstore for $65 .
17. An overnight cuticle oil to repair damaged and dried cuticles and thin nails. With over 103,000 5-star ratings, this cruelty-free formula is a must-have for healthy-looking nails and cuticles.
This paraben-free, plant-based cuticle oil is grease-free and absorbs quickly.
Promising review:" I really thought all cuticle oils were the same until I bought this one. My cuticles have never looked better. Nice consistency, smells pleasant, and it softens rough cuticles overnight!" — Amy W.
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in 15 scents and two sizes).
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18. A pack of aromatherapy shower steamers , if you don't have time to fill up your tub and take a long bath. You can still make your shower feel like a spa experience. Just allow one of these to fizz in the corner of your tub while you shower, and you'll feel like you're miles away from all of your responsibilities — well, just for a little while at least.
Amazon
Each set includes different scents to help relax, invigorate, or clear the sinuses. Scents include lavender, menthol-eucalyptus, vanilla, and pomegranate-rose. They're also nonslip, vegan, and cruelty free.
Promising review:"I am in love with these shower steamer bombs. They smell so good in the package and even better in the shower. I do not have a tub for bath bombs, so when I found these, I was so happy. Once I used them, I was overjoyed because they were so calming and relaxing,and I didn't feel left out. Thank you for taking the time to think about the shower experience and making it better. I will be ordering more soon." — Stina
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.98 (also available in 18-packs).
19. L'Oréal 8 Second Wonder Water Lamellar Hair Treatment to make your hair silkier, shinier, and healthier-looking, fast! Just apply it to wet hair and massage it in. After just eight seconds (yes eight!!) rinse it out and admire the difference.
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Promising review:"I don't usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c hair and struggle with a lot of breakage, unmanageability, and moisture issues. When my mom mentioned this product to me, I didn't take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing, and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen.Thank you so much!! ♥️" — Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $10.97 .
20. A Biodance sheet mask variety set , because it's an easy way to show your skin some love while you sit back and relax. Go ahead and throw on your most comfy 'fit and scroll on TikTok while these masks get to work. They turn clear when it's time to remove, which is around three to four hours.
Sephora
Promising review:"I have been using this product for months. I put on this mask whenever I feel like my skin is dry or to soothe redness. When I need instant overnight glow, this is my go-to move. This keeps my skin hydrated for days after using." — kkaykaur
Get a set of four from Sephora for $19 .
21. A framed self-care guide to act as a reminder that you should always make time for some self-care, whether it's going for a walk, listening to music, or taking a nap — you do you.
Wayfair
Get it from Wayfair for $80.99 (originally $105.99; available in two colors).
22. A three-step pedicure set , because your feet deserve some love. It includes a battery-operated foot file with three replacement heads to buff away dead skin, argan oil to deeply hydrate, and gel socks to lock in moisture.
Macy's
Get it from Macy's for $51.84 (originally $60.99).
23. An adorable octopus-shaped blackhead remover to clean out your pores if your skin is on the fritz after a long week. All you have to do is rub it over damp skin, and it will remove excess sebum, gently exfoliate your pores, and pull out blackheads, whiteheads, and other skin impurities.
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Promising review:"After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, and it smells great too.Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little until the salt's texture was visible, scrubbed it around my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like me." — LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $13 (also available in a two-pack).
24. A nourishing and strengthening nail system kit so your nails will look nice without sacrificing their health. This kit includes long-lasting nail polish that doubles as a treatment plus a cuticle serum to nourish, heal, and condition your nails and skin.
Olive & June
Promising review:"I love how easy this kit is to use. The colors are vibrant and fun. The nail polish pot makes taking off nail polish a breeze." — Rebecca O.
Get it from Olive & June for $94 .
25. A SipCaddy wine and beer holder for anyone who likes to sip on wine or a mocktail during their bath (or shower — not judging). Your "me time" should be special and luxurious — so go ahead and grab a fancy glass and fill it up with your fave drink.
Amazon
Promising review:"Such a simple idea, how is this just coming into my life now? I didn't think showers could get any better, but now I have a brew/wine within reach at all times. Really helps take the edge off after a long day. The thing is way sturdier than you'd expect. I've tugged on it, and it's not going anywhere.The slotted design also allows you to use stemmed wineglasses. A truly perfect product. This piece of plastic is working as hard as my therapist and I stan." — Steven
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six colors).
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26. A rose quartz roller and Gua Sha set so you can treat yourself to a relaxing spa treatment every day without having to step outside. This can help reduce puffiness and wrinkles. Plus, it's one of those routines you can do while watching TV, so you can unwind before bed.
Promising review:"I've had two other jade rollers that both cost about $15 for just the roller — and they were both garbage compared to this one. The jade rolled unevenly, and the metal parts kept falling apart. I was fine with it because, well, they're cheap. I lost my last one and went to order a new roller, and this one was a set for the same price as just a roller, so I gave it a shot. Huge difference in quality! This set is amazing, the roller is well-crafted, the quartz is smooth, and it rolls well without any scraping noise. Highly recommend." — Ro R
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 .
27. A splurge-worthy towel warmer you'll wish you purchased sooner. You can wrap yourself up in a warm towel after a shower or bath — it's like the spa, but in the comfort of your own home.
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It fits two large bath towels at a time (getting out of the shower will never be the same!), and you can program the heat in 15-minute intervals up to an hour.
Promising review:"Absolutely love this warmer. I got this as a Christmas present for myself and use it every time I shower. It is definitely worth the price. I usually put clothing inside first, unravel a towel and place it next, then turn the warmer on before I shower. In 15–20 minutes, the towel is HOT.If you're contemplating purchasing this warmer, do yourself a favor and submit your payment ASAP!" — Brittvny Thomvs
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two colors).
28. A wellness journey Advent calendar , because who said Advent calendars are only for Christmas? You'll get to open a new gift for 12 days, encouraging you to make time for fitness in your everyday routine. You can expect things like a Pilates ball, exercise sliders, and more.
Urban Outfitters
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $124.99 (originally $250)
29. A linen and lavender room spray to set the mood for a cozy night in. With just a few spritzes, it'll transform any space into a tranquil oasis that encourages better sleep and relaxation and reduces stress.
Bath & Body Works
Promising review:"Smells AMAZING! It helps me sleep at night and relaxes me enough during the day to focus. only downside is it does fade a little too quickly for my liking, but that's okay!" — Ylee W
Get it from Bath & Body Works for $8.95 (also available in other scents here ).
30. A splurge-worthy Joanna Czech Night Restore kit for a nighttime routine you'll look forward to. It includes a soothing facial massager that promotes circulation, a refreshing toner that balances your skin's pH level, removes impurities, and minimizes the appearance of pores, a deeply moisturizing balm that soothes and nourishes your skin while you sleep, and a silk sleep mask that'll feel great against your skin and block light so you can have the best rest ever.
Nordstrom
Get it from Nordstrom for $415 (originally $519).
31. An adorable weighted bear that can be chilled in your freezer to be used as a cold compress or warmed in your microwave to be used as a heating pad for soothing relief from cramps, headaches, or if you're just having a bad day and could use a hug. It's also filled with dried lavender to promote relaxation and better quality sleep. In other words, it's like a sleep fairy that'll help you drift off into lala land.
Warmies
Promising review:"I have had my Warmies, I call Cutie, for about two years. I love holding it on tough days. It is such a comfort. I am an adult and have gotten friends one, and they have loved their curly bear as much as I do. Everyone — adults and children — ought to have a Warmies for good days and tough days! ❤️" — M.C.
Get it from Warmies for $29.99 (available in three colors and in other styles here ).
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