Self care is such a big part of this blog, and with the idea of ‘self care’ gaining more popularity in recent years, it’s no wonder that my self care articles are the most popular among my readers. After my 20 Self Care Box Ideas post went viral, I knew that people wanted to find out what items and products could benefit their self care routine.
So, in this post, I’ll be sharing my 5 absolute favourite self care products and exactly why they’re my favourites! I hope you enjoy!
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Essential Oil Diffuser
I speak a lot about essential oil diffusers and they’ve gained so much hype in the last few years, and it’s easy to see why – they are a unique talking point in a room, look great around the home and make your home smell amazing! Not only that, but they also purify the air in your home, and, depending on which oils you use, can help to relax, energise, uplift you, as well as help sinuses and allergies! My favourite oils to diffuse are lavender and eucalyptus. Read more about which essential oils to use for your diffuser in this post.
Affirmation Cards
Affirmation cards are a fun addition to your daily routine, and can help inspire, motivate and reassure you whenever you feel the need for some guidance. I love to pull a couple out each morning and make the affirmation my intention for the day or mediate on it for a while. My favourites are Gabrielle Bernstein’s ‘The Universe Has Your Back’ deck, and Louise Hay’s ‘Wisdom’ cards.
Himalayan Pink Salt Lamp
Himalayan pink salt lamps have become very popular over the last couple of years. They make a unique talking point and look amazing in any room of your home. Aside from looking good, they have multiple health benefits, including boosting blood flow, relieving asthma and allergies, increase serotonin and the cosy pink light improves sleep! I love having mine in my room as I find the light so soothing and relaxing. I also bought a pink salt tea light holder which you can see in this post, so that I can build a family of salt lamps!
Epsom Salts
I found out last year that almost everyone is deficient in magnesium, and this can cause a LOT of symptoms and issues that often go unexplained, including anxiety. This year, I’ve massively upped my magnesium intake by taking supplements, but also by using magnesium and epsom salts in my bath a couple of times a week. This is my favourite way to take magnesium as it’s relaxing, fast absorbing and it makes your skin really soft! My favourite salt to use is this one, and I use about 500g in a big tub of water.
Clarisonic
I received the Clarisonic Mia 2 brush as a Christmas present 2 years ago and I’ve been using it ever since! The way it brushes my skin makes it feel so clean, fresh and smooth, like nothing I’ve used before! I use it about twice a week, and I’ve seen such an improvement in the texture and quality of my skin. The Clarisonics can be a little pricey, so a good alternative would be the Vanity Planet Glowspin Brush, which does a similar job just at a much lower price.
So there are my 5 favourite self care products! Let me know your favourite self care product.
Lots of love,
Natalie
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