Sha'Carri Richardson's Must-Have Products
Sha'Carri Richardson's 5 Must-Have Products, From Yoga Pants to a Heavenly Pillow
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As one of the world's greatest sprinters, American track and field athlete Sha'Carri Richardson, 24, had a stellar 2024. She defended her title in the women's 100m at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships and brought home silver and gold medals at the Paris Olympics. In 2025, she's taking her influence off the track with the launch of her own hair brand, Flow&Go Hair Extensions. And to celebrate the new venture, she's partnering with Depop and Cash App to give other small business owners an opportunity to grow. They'll get the chance to win $100 to invest in their own shops when they use Cash App's direct deposit feature for earnings.
A Depop user herself, Richardson sees firsthand the level of determination it takes to grow a small business on the platform. "As an athlete, this level of dedication is something I can relate to," she explains. "I've learned so many new tips from each seller on how to brand, market, and position a small business."
When she's not developing her business or training, Richardson prioritizes self-care by cooking, spending time with her family and boyfriend, and catching up on TV shows. "It's important to me to take care of my body and mind on my days off so I'm fully rejuvenated," she says. She shares some of her favorite products for achieving just that with PS ahead — from her favorite face cleanser to the fitness tracker that she uses to keep her biometrics in check.
Sha'Carri Richardson's Affordable Must Have
"I have to have my Olay Cleansing Melts ($16, originally $20)," Richardson says of these water-activated tablets that clean, tone, and refresh with the addition of hyaluronic acid. "These cleansers are convenient and easy to use, especially when I'm in a rush before or after practice." This duo pack comes with a total of 64 dissolving pads and they're fragrance-free.
Sha'Carri Richardson's Investment Must Have
"My Whoop ($239) helps me keep track of my biometric data. It's important to me that I exercise every single day, as it helps refresh my body and mind," Richardson says. The popular wearable health and fitness tracker comes with a SuperKnit band and waterproof battery pack. It can measure physiological data such as heart rate, respiratory rate, skin temperature, blood oxygen levels, daily activity, and sleep, allowing users to track progress or changes over time.
Sha'Carri Richardson's Travel Must Have
"Like everyone, I also can't live without my iPhone ($740). It's how I stay connected to my family and friends, especially when I'm physically far away from them," Richardson says. Another thing she uses her pink iPhone 16 for? Making videos for social media. "It's a fun, entertaining, and engaging way to interact with the whole world. I've seen so many trends, whether it's beauty, fashion, lifestyle routines, or dance videos, and it's something I'm interested in exploring!"
Sha'Carri Richardson's Running Must Have
Richardson relies on these Nike Universa Leggings ($67, originally $110) for optimal performance. "I love how comfortable, durable, and seamless they are – a true testament to their high-performance construction," she says. "[They] provide the ultimate comfort and support needed on training days." You can shop them in either a mid-rise or high-waisted fit and several colorways, including this vibrant Kelly green that Richardson owns. They're also conveniently equipped with pockets.
Sha'Carri Richardson's Sleep Must Have
Richardson's go-to sleeping product is the Parachute Down Alternative Pillow ($80-$110). "Soft pillows and bedding are a necessity for me. I cover my whole bed in pillows bigger than me and they help me get a good night's sleep before a big day," she explains. You can shop this one in either standard or king size and choose between soft, medium, and firm density levels. The recycled microfiber fill inside is also hypoallergenic and the shell is 100 percent cotton sateen.
Sarah Wasilak (she/her) is the associate director of Shopping at PS. With plenty of experience in the commerce market, a keen interest in SEO, and 10 years as an editor at the brand, she enjoys writing across the lifestyle and health-and-fitness categories. She has bylines at PS, InStyle, Elle, Refinery29, Who What Wear, Elite Daily, Byrdie, and The Quality Edit and aims to amplify minority voices in all her work.
