10 Products That'll Help You Unwind and Recharge After a Busy Weekend
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As an introvert, I've always experienced a little fatigue after socializing, but I've been surprised to discover that my need to rest and recharge after a busy weekend of get-togethers and social events has grown even stronger. To prevent spreading myself too thin, I've been prioritizing alone time, saying "no" when I need to, and reserving space in my schedule to unwind with self-care rituals that I have always found particularly relaxing, like reading while soaking in the bath or going through a multistep skin-care routine filled with hydrating and nourishing products.
Ahead, check out the 10 items I'm eyeing for future evenings of skin-care-themed solo relaxation.
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Keys Soulcare Sage + Oat Milk Candle
I like to transform my living room (or bathroom, if I'm planning to soak in the tub!) for an evening of "me time" by lighting a candle that gives off an aroma that helps me recenter and relax, like the calming and subtly sweet Keys Soulcare Sage + Oat Milk Candle ($38).
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser
Before going through my spa night skin-care routine and breaking out my serums, moisturizers, and oils, I start with a thorough double-cleansing session. After removing my makeup, I count on hydrating hyaluronic-acid-infused cleansers, like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser ($6), to fully remove any leftover dirt and impurities from my skin.
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Uma Oils Pure Calm Wellness Bath Oil
Recently, I've been trading my beloved bubbles for bath oils. The Uma Oils Pure Calm Wellness Bath Oil ($80) is a blend of a few different essential oils, like lavender, jojoba, and rose hip, to provide nourishment to the skin and minimize dryness. According to the brand, two tablespoons will transform your tub into a sandalwood- and lavender-scented retreat.
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e.l.f. Cosmetics SuperMask
What's a spa night without a face mask? The star ingredient of the e.l.f. Cosmetics SuperMask ($12) is cica, which is known for its skin-soothing and redness-reducing benefits.
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Keys Soulcare Obsidian Facial Roller
When I feel a tension headache coming on or just need to chill out, I reach for a face roller, like the Keys Soulcare Obsidian Facial Roller ($25), to gently massage the muscles in my face. These cooling tools are especially helpful in depuffing the skin under my eyes, too.
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Summersalt The Cloud 9 Silky Robe
If I'm really leaning into the idea of a night filled with self-care rituals and spa-like skin-care products, I put on a comfy robe. In the summer months, I tend to opt for a shorter design in a lighter fabric, like the Summersalt The Cloud 9 Silky Robe ($95).
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Hydrogel Undereye Masks
After a week filled with social obligations and errands, I can (unfortunately) count on my eye bags to make my exhaustion known. To help reduce the appearance of my dark circles, I love using undereye patches, like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Hydrogel Undereye Masks ($8 for three). These little strips in particular are infused with hydrating and brightening ingredients.
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SipCaddy Shower Beer and Bath Wine Holder!
IMO, the SipCaddy Shower Beer and Bath Wine Holder! ($14) might just be the ultimate bath-time accessory.
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Parachute Soft Rib Slippers
A pair of soft and fuzzy slippers have been on my wishlist for months. I'm partial to the Parachute Soft Rib Slippers ($49) in clay.
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Kitsch Eco-Friendly Spa Headband
To keep my hair out of my face mask, I rely on thick fabric headbands, like the Kitsch Eco-Friendly Spa Headband ($18). I love how this one has a hole for my ponytail.