Updated on Oct 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM
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We already know that self-care is essential to our happiness, but in the midst of juggling so many other things — like work commitments, relationships, fitness routines, and yes, even an upcoming election — we don't always prioritize it in the way that we should. Setting time aside for yourself each day is pivotal to your mental and emotional wellbeing. Fortunately, with so many unique products that are available to shop online, it's never been easier to stock up on essentials that are designed to rejuvenate your soul and help you relax with ease.
From cozy slippers to brightening eye patches and aromatic diffusers, we've curated a guide to the best self-care products, with items that come from top brands like Slip, Hum Nutrition, UGG, Nespresso, and more. Struggling with feelings of anxiety? Consider investing in a weighted blanket that's designed to feel like a warm hug. Hoping to elevate your evening routine? A bath caddy will add a little extra luxury to your next bath and give you a place to organize your most soothing beauty essentials — like shower steamers or bath bombs. Perhaps you're simply looking for solutions to a better night's rest. A room-darkening eye mask or calming white noise machine can make all the difference.
Regardless of how you practice self care, these items will help you to tame your mind, relax your body, and create a regimen that's manageable for you. Keep reading to shop our picks for the best self-care products, including a few editor-recommended essentials.
A Shower Spray
PS Shower Spray ($6)
Skip your next spa appointment and enjoy a relaxing day at home with the help of this soothing shower spray. Much like a bedroom or car spray, this spritz is designed to transform the aromatic makeup of your bathroom, delivering a long-lasting scent that will upgrade your usual shower experience and help you to relax. Simply mist the spray into your shower and watch the formula work its magic.
A Water-Based Lubricant
Lovehoney Enjoy Water-Based Lubricant ($17)
Elevate your playtime with the help of this water-based lubricant from Lovehoney. The formula works with all sex toy materials and is designed to create a more sensual and slick experience for users.
Calming Supplements
Hum Ashwagandha Calm Gummies (26)
We'll always say yes to a delicious gummy, especially when it's meant to help calm your body and ease you into a more relaxed state — just like these Ashwagandha gummies from Hum Nutrition. These supplements are so delicious and great for improving mental clarity.
A Gratitude Journal
The Five-Minute Journal By Intelligent Change ($28, originally $30)
Writing in this wellness journal will ensure a positive start to your morning, while also helping you to practice gratitude more each day. Best of all, it only requires five minutes to fill in the daily prompts, so even the busiest people can benefit from using this unique tool. You can read our review of The Five-Minute Journal By Intelligent Change to learn more.
Editor Quote: "It's a great way for me to set an intention for my day, start with gratitude, and remind myself of what's really worth prioritizing. I find that when I write down my intentions, I really am more mindful throughout the day, and I use the nighttime prompts as a way to reflect on the good, and bad, parts of my day. It truly is a five-minute (max!) commitment, and I have seen my gratitude levels markedly improve since I started using it." — India Yaffe, former associate editor, Shopping
Lavender Bath Flakes
PS Lavender Magnesium Bath Flakes ($7)
Just when we thought that a bath couldn't get any more relaxing, we were introduced to bath flakes — aka the perfect tool for enhancing your bath routine and elevating it with a more luxurious flair. These flakes are infused with magnesium and ooze a lavender scent that'll make you feel as if you're unwinding in an actual spa. Shop PS's full line of bath and fitness products for other great self-care and wellness essentials.
A Bath Caddy
Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray ($40, originally $61)
We have major heart eyes for this elevated bath caddy. With the help of this stylish bath accessory, you can now read in the tub without worrying about drowning your reading material. You can also bring in drinks and snacks (because self care), and it's great for organizing other beauty treats like bath flakes or shower steamers.
Rejuvenating Eye Gels
Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating 5-Minute Eye Gels ($43, originally $50)
In the time it took you to read this guide, you could have been giving your undereyes some extra TLC with these rejuvenating eye gels. Pop these soothing eye masks on while you're watching TV or working from home, and prepare to have your eyes look more vibrant within minutes. They're great for covering up hangovers, concealing bad decisions, or just helping you to look more awake at work following a poor night of sleep.
A Silk Pillowcase
Slip For Beauty Sleep Slipsilk Pure Silk Pillowcase ($89-$110)
Your hair and your skin will thank you for sleeping on this luxurious Slip Silk Pillowcase. Made from a pure silk material, the product is designed to help prevent breakage and provide a gentler sleeping surface for skin. We compared its effectiveness against other popular silk pillowcases in this review of the Slip Silk Pillowcase and Suatien Silk Pillowcase.
Editor Quote: "Per Slip's website, the Slip silk pillowcase is designed to offer a gentler surface for skin and hair that not only minimizes the look of sleep wrinkles and sleep lines, but also helps to reduce frizz and bed head; according to the brand, the pillowcase has been shown to reduce overall friction by 43 percent on average." — Kyley Warren, assistant editor, Shopping
An Ice Roller
The Skinny Confidential Hot Mess Ice Roller ($79)
Whenever our faces get puffy, this soothing ice roller is a lifesaver. The product is great for sculpting your skin and depuffing your face, but it's also helpful in alleviating headaches and built-up tension within your forehead or temple. You can read our review of The Skinny Confidential Hot Mess Ice Roller for the full product details.
Editor Quote: "Facial massage and ice rolling have become an essential part of my skin-care routine as well. The practice wakes me up and de-puffs my face in the mornings, and it relaxes me and calms my skin before bedtime. Bosstick advises her listeners to always incorporate moments of self-care into their skin-care or shower routines, and ice rolling is the perfect blend of self-care and skin care." — Anvita Reddy, assistant editor, Shopping
A High Tech Water Bottle
Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle ($99-$118)
A key component of wellness is proper hydration, and that's why we recommend investing in a durable water bottle like this unique model from Larq. The bottle is self-cleaning, so you don't have to worry about washing it every day. To learn more, check out our review of the Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle.
Editor Quote: "The Larq Bottle PureVis self-cleans every two hours, and if you press the top, it will purify your water. It's brilliant." — India Yaffe, former associate editor, Shopping
A Clitoral Stimulator
Womanizer Blend Rechargeable G-Spot and Clitoral Stimulator ($119)
What better way to show yourself some love than with a toy that'll help to relax your body — and pleasure it, too? This clitoral stimulator from Womanizer features six vibration modes and eight different intensity levels, so you can program the tool to best suit your needs. Available in three colors, it's perfect for solo playtime or date night with your partner.
A Stone Diffuser
Vitruvi Stone Diffuser ($123)
Gather up a few of your favorite essential oils, dispense them into this stylish diffuser, and prepare to have your home immersed in the most calming scents. Despite this product's compact design, it has the power to fill up an entire room with its aromatic capabilities. Best of all, it's an editor-favorite; read our review of the Vitruvi Stone Diffuser to see why.
Editor Quote: "I've never owned a diffuser before, but I do like that I have the ability to set the diffuser to run continuously for three hours, and on the days when I really need to chill (every day), I opt to use the seven-hour intermittent setting. I also like that in the event I forget to turn off the diffuser, it automatically shuts off once the time is up or the water runs out." — Tamara Pridgett, former associate editor, Fitness
A Stylish Coffee Machine
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Pantone Limited Edition ($130)
Small but mighty, this Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ coffee machine will elevate your brewing habits and add a welcome pop of color to your home. Nespresso's smallest Vertuo ever, the model blends functionality with style, giving users the ability to brew hot drinks or beverages over ice, all without taking up too much room in their kitchen. It's the perfect treat for avid coffee drinkers looking to enjoy a high-quality cup of joe from the comforts of home — or just those with limited countertop space.
A Weighted Blanket
Bearaby Cotton Napper ($199)
Sometimes, feelings of anxiety and angst can be debilitating, which is why a weighted blanket is a great tool to help alleviate any built-up tension within your body — and replicate the feeling of a big, warm hug. One PS editor detailed how this particular style from Bearaby helped to keep her calm "under its pressure" in this review of the Bearaby Cotton Napper.
Editor Quote: "Over the past month, I'd say that this blanket has improved my sleep for the better, and now I refuse to sleep without it. Even when I get warm, having it cover me from the waist down (at least) is still so soothing." — Angelica Wilson, former associate editor, Fitness
Kyley Warren (she/her) is an award-winning writer, editor, and affiliate strategist with more than four years of experience in the publishing space. She currently works as an assistant editor on PS Shopping and is an expert on all things related to shopping and fashion. She previously worked with Entertainment Tonight as a style commerce writer, and her byline has appeared in publications globally.
India Yaffe was an associate editor on the Shopping team at PS for five years. She focused on curating the best fitness, fashion, beauty, and home products on the market for the PS audience.
Hilary White was an editor at PS focused on lifestyle content. She loves cats, travel, wine, and YA.