There's an old adage to the tune of "the best investment you can make in life is in your health," and we couldn't agree with that more. Instead of setting your money on fire with purchases that will never love you back (looking at you, clothes and cocktails), why not drop some dough on a little TLC? These mood-boosting, stress-reducing, anxiety-battling self-care products and experiences might seem to have a heftier price tag, but their effect on your overall well-being is positively priceless. Plus, taking care of yourself now can help you live a longer, healthier life. Are you ready to treat yo self?
Whether you're at home, at a treatment center, or at the actual spa, getting a spa treatment is the ultimate self-care indulgence. Some ideas: a massage, reiki treatment, acupuncture, or an infrared sauna session.
Bath bombs, bubbles, and salts make for an indulgent and relaxing soak for you and your muscles.
Diffusing oils is a staple part of an at-home stress-management and wellness practice, and this high-end diffuser has soothing, tranquil sounds playing while the essential oil fragrances billow out.
Get the benefits of a wellness elixir at home combined with the relaxation of spending time in the kitchen.
Hurom HP Slow Juicer ($300)
What better way to give yourself some TLC than to get a bougie kit delivered? Each item in this Fig + Yarrow x Beyond Yoga kit is high-end (hello, Compartés hot chocolate mix), and you'll want to lounge in the supersoft robe all day long. For every box sold, the brand provides 10 meals to those in need, so not only will you be taking care of yourself, but others as well.
Beyond Yoga + Gratitude Collaborative, our Winter Solstice Wellness Kit ($189)
This little monitor lets you visualize your stress levels (and view them on a stress-management app) thanks to "ectodermal activity" technology.
Pip Stress Monitor ($179)
This luxe dry brush is exactly what you need for your at-home self-care spa day.
The splurge self-care spend of a lifetime is definitely a swanky wellness retreat. Whether it's nearby your hometown or you're jetting off to a new country, the downtime and R&R will do wonders for your well-being.
Healing crystals can have a calming effect on your mood; try a bracelet or a beautiful necklace with the stones of your choice.
The practice of yoga isn't just calming — it can be transformative, especially for anyone suffering from anxiety. Give yourself self-care all month long with a membership to your favorite studio.
CorePower Yoga Gift Card ($80 for a $100 gift card)
If you're into natural wellness practices, you'll love harnessing the healing power of crystals by infusing their energy into your water. This lavish glass bottle is one of many that uses different stones for different effects.
Create your calm place at home or in the studio with a splurge-worthy yoga mat, like this beautiful one from Manduka.
If juice isn't your favorite thing, get yourself a high-powered, top-of-the-line blender for your favorite protein shakes, beauty blends, and energizing smoothies. It's a little piece of self-care every morning.
Vita-Mix Vitamix S50 High-Performance Personal Blender ($399, originally $580)
Get yourself the full set of Moon Dusts from Moon Juice to improve all aspects of your mood and health. You'll get the Spirit, Beauty, Power, Brain, Dream, and Sex dust in this all-inclusive package.
Full Moon Dust Collection ($175)