How exactly do you self-care? Do you have to throw some rose petals in your bathtub and eat a pint of ice cream? Is that enough? Keep in mind that self-care is however you define it. It doesn’t always mean face masks and bubble baths — though those certainly don’t hurt — but rather, finding the things that help you unplug and make you happy from the inside out.
In the spirit of self-care, we’ve rounded up a list of some of our favorite ways to treat ourselves to much-needed relaxation.
DO A FACE MASK Our co-founders both love to mask (shocker!) After all, we do love our face masks. But putting on a face mask is so much more than giving your skin a little boost, though that’s an extremely positive side effect. Lauren loves using the R+R Mask in the shower in the morning to help give her skin a little pick-me-up before she starts her day while Marianna loves using Jet Lag Mask as a way to prep for a long flight. Taking those 10 extra minutes to give yourself a tiny break and do something selfish is the perfect way to remind your body that you’re grateful for everything it does for you.
PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN Did you know that there is a scientific reason why your phone causes you to stress out? According to the NY Times, looking at your phone chronically raises your body’s cortisol levels, which is the main hormone that your brain releases when you’re stressed. If you’re ever craving a break, put your phone on “Do Not Disturb” —or better yet, turn it off — and allow yourself to be notification-less for at least an hour. That uninterrupted time when you can focus on something without the potential of a buzz from your cell might be the most peaceful moment you have all day.
