Over the last several months, I’ve picked up some new, simple (and mostly inexpensive) self-care products that have quickly become part of my daily routines. I thought I would share them here in case any might be of interest to you as well.
Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream: I noticed that my nails were getting dry and a couple were starting to split. I found this cream online and started applying it to my nails and cuticles twice a day. It has worked wonders! I love the coconut smell and now I often just keep this with me in the car and apply in the morning when my partner is driving me into work.
Face scrubbers: I was looking for something that I could use for some light exfoliating on my face and I came across these scrubbers. I appreciate that they are small and easy to travel with, they dry quickly, and are easy to keep clean. They also come in a multi-pack so you can easily put one in your travel bag and keep one for every-day use.
Free Soul protein powder: I was completely influenced by someone on social media who recommended this protein powder. I had been looking for something like this recently when I was on a more liquid diet (I talk about that health issue in this podcast episode), but I’ve continue to use this daily for either blending with some almond milk (I like the chocolate flavor for this) or adding to my fruit smoothie (I use the vanilla flavor).
Handheld Frother: I purchased this recently for my partner when he started using protein powder to supplement his meals, but now I use it all the time for my own protein drinks. This is so easy to use and it’s quick to clean. I love how it smoothly blends powder into almond milk with no chalkiness or grainy textures.
Journal: I mentioned on a recent podcast episode that I had rebooted my daily journaling practice. I’m loving this simple journal with lined pages. I often journal a page in the morning and a page at night. Since I take all kinds of notes in this journal, I appreciate that it has multiple ribbons to mark different pages that I might want to refer back to. (I chose the blue one.)
Fantasy Hike app: When I rebooted my movement practices a couple weeks ago, I invested in this app that mirrors the trek in Lord of the Rings to Mordor. It’s over 1700 miles and tracks your steps through your phone. I love the little random notifications it sends me throughout the day updating me about where I am on the journey!
Essential Oil Diffuser: I purchased a diffuser for my partner after he got some essential oils from a family member. This one was inexpensive and has a great rating on Wirecutter. It’s been working well for us so far and I’ve even considered purchasing a second one to keep on another floor of our house. I’m really excited to try some different fall scents as the weather gets cooler.
Sherpa Wearable Throw: My partner purchased this item for me several months ago and I love to use it as a blanket at the end of the day or early in the morning when I’m puttering around the house. It’s also super cozy if I curl up and read a book. I’ve already recommended this to a number of people I know.
What self-care products are you loving lately?