Self-care is more than a hashtag. In clinical research, self-care has proven to increase happiness, energy and concentration while simultaneously decreasing stress, anxiety, depression, and even the risk of heart attack, stroke and cancer.[1]
Self-care is an umbrella term that is open to interpretation, but essentially it comes down to actions you take to care for yourself. Physical self-care is taking care of your body. Many physical self-care tasks also have benefits for your mental and emotional health.
Learn more in this article about how lotion, bath accessories and cosmetics can be integrated into your self-care routine for positive results.
What products can you use for self-care?
Physical self-care can include exercise, sleep and nutrition, but it also includes caring for your skin, relaxation and beauty rituals. Here we will outline the benefits of using lotions, bath products and cosmetics for your physical self-care.
Lotions
The skin is the body’s biggest organ and deserves plenty of self-care. The best way to nourish and hydrate your skin is with lotion. For the best results, lotion should be applied regularly after a shower or bath while skin is still damp.[2] Using lotion can improve both the health and appearance of your skin.
Your choice of lotion will depend on your skin type and your self-care goals. Here are some of our best body lotion options:
- TopCare Gentle Moisturizing Lotion – Fragrance free and good for all skin types. Can be used on body and face.
- TopCare Daily Moisturizing Lotion – Made with colloidal oatmeal to nourish and protect skin.
- TopCare Moisture Care Advanced Recovery Body Lotion – Gently softens dry skin so it can repair itself. The nongreasy formula absorbs quickly.
- TopCare Moisture Care Cocoa Essence – Made with cocoa butter to help relieve, soften and hydrate dry skin.
- TopCare Ultra Restoring Skin Therapy Lotion – Soothes extremely dry and rough skin.
Bath Essentials
Taking a bath is an enjoyable way to practice physical self-care with some added mental and emotional benefits. The benefits of taking a bath include:[3]
- Exfoliation: Soaking in the water softens your skin so exfoliating products are more effective.
- Stress relief: A warm bath decreases stress hormones in the body, which can help you relax your body and mind.
- Better sleep: A warm bath has been shown to help people fall asleep faster and sleep better.
- Soothe muscles and joints: Soaking can help reduce soreness and tension.
Choose from these bath accessories to customize the best experience for your personal self-care:
Cosmetic Products
When you look good, you feel good. If you enjoy makeup or are interested in trying it, cosmetic products can be a fun part of your physical self-care routine. Consider adding some of these to your collection:
- TopCare Latex-Free, Hypoallergenic Large or Small Beauty Blenders
- TopCare Jumbo Makeup Wedges
- TopCare Eyelash Curler
- TopCare Eyeshadow Brush
- TopCare Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
- TopCare Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths
- TopCare Cotton Rounds
With the knowledge of self-care’s benefits for your body and mind, we hope you are able to build the practice that is best for you. Select the activities and products that resonate with you. Trust TopCare to help you along your self-care journey. Find a TopCare retailer near you.