These Are the 37 Items I Use to De-Stress Like a Wellness Expert
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Kin Spritz
If you're looking to participate in a dry January but still like to enjoy a fun beverage, you need this Kin Spritz ($47) in your life.
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Everyone Hand Sanitizer Spray: Coconut and Lemon
The hot product of 2021 will continue to be hand sanitizer, and this Everyone Hand Sanitizer Spray: Coconut and Lemon ($17) is the best smelling one we've ever tried. Seriously, you won't be able to go back to using anything else.
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C & The Moon Malibu Made Body Scrub
This C & The Moon Malibu Made Body Scrub ($64) is a real treat. It smells like a cupcake, and leaves your skin softer than you could possibly imagine, even without moisturizer.
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- 4/37
Lord Jones Whole Plant Formula CBD Lip Balm
As a self-proclaimed lip balm expert, there is nothing more annoying than when a product doesn't do it's job. The Lord Jones Whole Plant Formula CBD Lip Balm ($19) is actually moisturizing without being overly goopy; in other words, a near perfect product.
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Love Sweat Fitness 2-in-1 Foam Roller
If you're reading this, you probably need to foam roll. Yes, it might be painful in the moment, but the results are well worth it. We like this Love Sweat Fitness 2-in-1 Foam Roller ($30).
- 6/37
The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day
You've seen this The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day ($26) everywhere, but it really does work. There's something so satisfying about starting and ending your day with gratitude and reflection.
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- 7/37
Slip Small Slipsilk Scrunchies
These Slip Small Slipsilk Scrunchies ($39) are beloved because they keep your hair back without producing that dreaded bend, and without giving you a headache. It's a win all around.
- 8/37
Bearaby Cotton Napper
If you don't have a weighted blanket, this is the year to invest. We like the look and feel of this Bearaby Cotton Napper ($249), and you can customize the weight.
- 9/37
MatchaBar Matcha Green Tea Powder
My day starts when I take my first sip of iced matcha. This MatchaBar Matcha Green Tea Powder ($25) is really high quality, and when it comes to matcha, taste is so important.
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- 10/37
Kieba Massage Lacrosse Balls For Myofascial Release
If you have shoulder pain that never seems to go away, like I do, you need these Kieba Massage Lacrosse Balls For Myofascial Release ($11). I used them once in a Pilates class, and they got out a knot that must've been there for over a year. Now, I can't imagine life without them; think of it as a much more targeted foam roller.
- 11/37
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
I've tried more face masks than I care to admit, and I keep coming back to the Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask ($48) whenever my skin needs some TLC. It's very thick and moisturizing but not too intense for my sensitive, combination skin. I immediately take a big exhale once it's on, and it makes my sunday nights a little less scary.
- 12/37
Kora Organics Rose Quartz Heart Facial Gua Sha
Gua sha is a facial sculpting technique that isn't always the most comfortable experience, but I find it really relaxing when I practice it. Plus, I love the way my face looks afterward. This Kora Organics Rose Quartz Heart Facial Gua Sha ($58) is so cute.
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- 13/37
The Great Believers
Another thing I like to do to de-stress? Read. When I'm curled up with a candle, my rose water, and a great book, I'm impossibly happy. Rebecca Makkai's The Great Believers ($15, originally $27) is next on my list.
- 14/37
Lord Jones Old Fashioned CBD Gumdrops
If you're of age (21+), I highly recommend these Lord Jones Old Fashioned CBD Gumdrops ($45). They're delicious, and I take one before I go to bed, so that I don't stay up for hours watching Friends.
- 15/37
Four Sigmatic Mushroom Hot Cacao With Reishi
I've got a pretty major sweet tooth, and I like to finish the day with something sweet. But if I eat too much sugar, I get a stomachache, and that's not exactly relaxing. So recently, I've switched over to drinking this Four Sigmatic Mushroom Hot Cacao With Reishi ($18). It satisfies my sweet tooth while preparing me for bed.
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- 16/37
Felix Gray Hamilton Glasses
Since we're all staring at a screen all day long, we need blue light glasses. When I don't wear these Felix Gray Hamilton Glasses ($105), I can feel the headache come on.
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Alo Warrior Mat
I need to get some kind of movement in every day for my sanity, and this Alo Warrior Mat ($100) is a really sturdy option, where you won't slip out of downward dog. It's a wellness essential for me.
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Pinch Provisions Digital Detox Kit
In my opinion, everything starts with sleep, which is why I like this Pinch Provisions Digital Detox Kit ($26). I've learned through experience that watching TV or being on my phone right before bed severely hinders my quality of sleep, and this kit is the perfect complement to my willpower.
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- 19/37
Intention Journal
When I need a moment to recenter myself, I like to write. Since I spend so much time on the computer, I like taking pen to paper with this Intention Journal ($36).
- 20/37
How to Be Vegan and Keep Your Friends
Aside from being a brilliant title, How to Be Vegan and Keep Your Friends ($16, originally $20) is something I can use to help ease my anxieties about eating plant-based in a group setting.
- 21/37
Ouai Chill Pills Bath Bombs
My brother gave me these Ouai Chill Pills Bath Bombs ($30) and wow, they're great. I'm lucky enough to have a bathtub, and it's a really nice treat to soak after a long day.
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Vital Proteins Collagen Latte Supplement
Speaking of collagen lattes, this Vital Proteins Collagen Latte Supplement ($49) is a great treat when I'm bored with my regular tea or water. The added protein doesn't hurt either.
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Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle
A key component of wellness for me is proper hydration, and that's why I want to treat myself to this Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle ($95). I do enough dishes every single day, and the fact that I don't have to worry about cleaning this bottle is so awesome.
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Theragun Elite Percussive Therapy Device
When I'm stressed, I get knots in my back, as so many of us do. Instead of living in pain, I use the Theragun Elite Percussive Therapy Device ($400). It's intense, but it really does work like you've just gotten a deep tissue massage.
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- 25/37
Alo Muse Sweatpants
This might sound insane to some people, but here's the truth: I didn't own sweatpants before last year. I never saw the need for clothes that I wouldn't wear out of the house; I'd either put on leggings or pajama pants. However, I've learned recently that it is really nice to be in loose, comfortable clothing. Shocking, I know. These Alo Muse Sweatpants ($98) do the job and still make me feel slightly pulled together.
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Hum Nutrition Glow Sweet Glow Skin Hydration Gummies
Get glowing skin and eat a yummy gummy every day? I'm sold on these citrus Hum Nutrition Glow Sweet Glow Skin Hydration Gummies ($25).
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Agent Nateur Holi(rose) No4 Deodorant
You know what's stressful? Deodorants with aluminum and other harsh chemicals. You know what else is stressful? Body odor. This Agent Nateur Holi(rose) No4 Deodorant ($26) is the only natural deodorant I've been able to wear all day long without needing to reapply, and it comes in the loveliest rose scent.
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- 28/37
Eat Pretty, Live Well Journal
This Eat Pretty, Live Well Journal ($9, originally $17) teaches you about nourishing your body from the inside out, and I've found some of the tips and tricks really useful. It makes me less stressed understanding the food that I'm eating, and what it can do to my body.
- 29/37
Yogi Honey Lavender Stress Relief Tea
When I need to unwind from a long day, I reach for this soothing Yogi Honey Lavender Stress Relief Tea ($4.49).
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Esarora Ice Roller For Face & Eye
My face gets puffy easily, and this Esarora Ice Roller For Face & Eye ($22) is a lifesaver. I keep it in the freezer and roll it over my face; it's even helped me with headaches.
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Gel Eye Mask With Eye Holes
Ok, hear me out on this one. I get headaches, and I was putting ice packs on my face that kept falling off. This Gel Eye Mask With Eye Holes ($10) is genius because I don't have to worry about that, and it makes me feel like a superhero.
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Maison Louis Marie Candle No.4 Bois De Balincourt
For me, lighting a candle means I'm home for a while. It's kind of my switch into relaxation mode, so I'll be stocking up on this delightful Maison Louis Marie Candle No.4 Bois De Balincourt ($34).
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Prodyne FI-3 Fruit Infusion Flavor Pitcher
One of the most important cornerstones of wellness is staying hydrated, and while I love my collagen lattes and kombuchas, I need to get more regular water in my life. Enter the Prodyne FI-3 Fruit Infusion Flavor Pitcher ($20, originally $25), which infuses my water with a little bit of fruit, jazzing it up a bit. My favorite combos are raspberry pineapple and cucumber mint, but the world's your oyster when it comes to these.
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Brita Premium Filtering Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is always a goal for me, and this Brita Premium Filtering Water Bottle ($17) will make sure I have clean water at all times.
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Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Multi-Surface Cleaning Wipes
Especially right now, wellness to me means keeping my space clean and focused. These Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Multi-Surface Cleaning Wipes ($4) are always great to have on hand.
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Samsung Jet 70 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum with Turbo Action Brush
Part of wellness, for me, is keeping my home clean, and to do that, I need a good vacuum. The Samsung Jet 70 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum with Turbo Action Brush ($349, originally $399) is so lightweight, you won't believe how insanely powerful it is.
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Samsung Clean Station
If you're like Monica Gellar from Friends and want something to clean your vacuum, look no further then the Samsung Clean Station ($199). Not only does it clean your vacuum, it also reduces the dust emitted back into the air. That's a win win.
Bouts of stress and anxiety sneak up on all of us, but this year, I've made it my mission not to let them beat me down. When I start to feel panicked, I try to take inventory of the situation and focus on gaining perspective. It might sound counterintuitive, but I've discovered that the easiest way to de-stress is to be prepared. For me, that means having the right products at my disposal, so all I need to focus on are breathing deeply and taking care of myself.
These are the items I keep in stock, so if I have a quick minute for some self-care, I'm already prepared. Using them makes me feel more centered, and I can get back to myself. Some of them I use to keep myself out of a panic, and some of them I indulge in when I'm already feeling calm, but I consider each one an important part of my self-care routine. Take a deep breath, and shop my picks.
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