The Best Self Care Items for Women (175 plus to choose from!)
If you are looking for the absolute best self care items for women like you, the following list should help. You should know it really comes down to a combination of the following:
Your Personal Preference
We all have personal preferences for what we like and don’t like. Take perfume as an example, your signature scent might be perfect for you but not suit me at all. The same is true for self care items. So if you can try a sample size first, that is a great idea. Then you’ll know if it works for you.
Are Tailored to Your Individual Needs
Every woman is unique and self-care products are often tailored to address specific needs. You can select skincare products suitable for your skin type and/or skin tone. That way, you will find things that work perfectly for you.
Amount of Time Involved
How much time do you have for a skincare routine? There is a big difference in time available for new Moms vs. a Mom whose kids are teenagers.
What is the Cost Associated with the Products
We all have different price points we can afford. Luckily, there are a wide range of products available at just about all price points.
And fun fact, when I was a young college student, we used to haunt the malls for free samples. Try a site like hip2save.com for deals or samples on a wide variety of products. My favorite way to get a lot of products for cheap is to use Allure Beauty Box subscription or Ipsy.
Will you actually use the self care items?
If you know you won’t actually use the items listed below, don’t invest in them. If you think you might, but aren’t sure, try sharing products with a friend (hygienically, of course).
The Importance of Self Care Items for Women
I hope by now we all realize that self-care is a fundamental aspect of maintaining our well-being. And, this is particularly true for women (and especially Moms and caregivers).
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We live in a world that places many and conflicting demands on women (all at the same time). These demands include: our career responsibilities, family obligations, and society’s expectations too.
Is it any wonder that prioritizing self-care becomes not only a luxury for women but also a necessity?
Skincare and Beauty Products that Can Make You Feel Like a Million Bucks
One way to incorporate self-care into your routine is to use products you love and look forward to using.
The following list has been compiled by me over the last several years. It includes a wide variety of items you might want to try or consider adding to your personal self-care routine.
Facial Skincare
There are four essential items every woman needs to take excellent care of their skin. You need a cleanser, a moisturizer, a serum (or multiple serums) to target your particular needs, and sunscreen.
Facial Cleansers
There are options for many different skin types. For example, there are foaming cleansers for oily skin or cream cleansers for dry skin. You can use micellar water for quick makeup removal. Cleansing brushes or facial cleansing devices provide a more thorough cleansing.
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Banila Co USA Clean It Zero 3-in-1 Cleansing
19.00
banilausa.com
Byoma Creamy Jelly Cleanser
11.99
byoma.com
Tula Skincare Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser
34.00
tula.com
Smells divine
Aprilskin Carrotene IPMP Hydromelt Cleansing Balm
28.00
aprilskin.us
Sephora Collection Clean Skin Gel Cleanser with Prebiotics
12.00
sephora.com
Symply by Helena Simple Cleanser
29.95
symplybyhelena.com
First Aid Beauty Pure Skin Face Cleanser
34.00
firstaidbeauty.com
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Wash AP+
14.99
laroche-posay.us
Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean
30.00
ulta.com
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for All Skin Types
8.78
walmart.com
Great for all skin types, very gentle for sensitive skin
Face Creams
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Sunday Riley CEO Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Cream
65.00
sundayriley.com
Dr. Jart+ Ceramide Cream*
48.00
us.drjart.com
Solaana MD Healthy Base Layer
54.00
solaanamd.com
Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+
32.00
ulta.com
111Skin Y Theorem Day Cream NAC Y
260.00
111skin.com
Expensive and worth every penny
Trinny London BFF Cream
50.00
trinnylondon.com
This makes your skin look fabulous
Avant Deluxe Hyaluronic Acid Face and Eye Night Cream
114.00
avant-skincare.com
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Gel-Crème
72.00
ulta.com
Eye Creams
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème
44.00
olehenriksen.com
Saturday Skin Yuzu Vitamin C Bright Eye Cream
32.00
saturdayskin.com
Beyou Caffeine Eye Cream
25.00
beyoucosmetics.com
Neolastin Revitalize and Firm Eye Cream
95.00
neolastin.com
Eye Serums and Eye Masks
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Bliss Bright Idea Eyes Holographic Foil Eye Patches
Tori Belle 9 to 5 Magnetude Magnetic Eyelashes and Liner
55.00
toribellecosmetics.com
Eyeko Eyelash Curler
15.00
eyeko.com
Eyebrow Gels, Pencils, and Pomade
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Tynt Brow Gel in Clear
14.00
tyntbeauty.com
True and Luscious Brow Definer Pencil
20.00
trueluscious.com
Refy Brow Pomade
20.00
us.refybeauty.com
Eyeshadows and Eyeliners
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Realher Cream Eyeshadow Stick in Chocolate
19.00
lordeandbelle.com
Ciate London Everyday Vacay Palette
28.00
us.ciatelondon.com
Tarte Quick Stick Waterproof Shadow and Liner in Rose Gold and Black
19.99
tartecosmetics.com
Kaja Beauty Bento Bouncy Eyeshadow Trio in Chocolate Dahlia
30.00
sephora.com
Modelco Metallic Eyeshadow Trio – St. Tropez
25.00
modelco.com
Floss Eyeshadow Squad in Just Peachy
21.00
flossitup.com
Trinny London Eye2Eye – Virtue
18.00
trinnylondon.com
Lancome Color Design Eyeshadow
25.00
lancome.com
Estee Lauder Double Wear Gel Eye Pencil
30.00
ulta.com
Ciate London Fierce Flicks Precision Tip Liquid Liner
19.00
us.ciatelondon.com
Lancome Le Crayon Khol
28.00
lancome.com
Face Foundation and Concealers
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Trinny London Miracle Blur Concealer
27.60
trinnylondon.com
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
31.00
tartecosmetics.com
Maybelline Dream Radiant Liquid Hydrating Foundation
13.99
maybelline.com
IT CC+ Original Foundation
47.00
itcosmetics.com
Facial Primers and Highlighters
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
The Beauty Crop Melon Jelly Dewy Primer XXL
22.00
thebeautycrop.com
Sephora Smooth and Blur Primer
16.00
sephora.com
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer
36.00
milkmakeup.com
Beauty Bakerie Milk and Honey Highlighting Palette
38.00
beautybakerie.com
Laritzy Cream Highlighter in Virtue
20.00
laritzy.com
Saint Luxe Rose Gold Liquid Glow
24.00
saintluxebeauty.com
Kevin Aucoin Glass Glow Face and Body Gloss
35.00
kevinaucoinbeauty.com
LOVE THIS STUFF
Blush
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Trinny London Lip2Cheek – Freddie
23.54
trinnylondon.com
Lancome Blush Subtil
33.00
lancome.com
Nars Blush – Orgasm – Cream
39.00
narscosmetics.com
Lip Balm, Lip Gloss, Lip Liners, and Lipstick
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Whish Pink Champagne Lip Balm
20.00
whishbody.com
Apto Skincare Orange Blossom Lip Balm
5.00
target.com
Laritzy Cosmetics Lip Gloss in Curve
16.00
laritzy.com
Trinny London Lip Glow – Cordy
23.54
trinnylondon.com
Lancome Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss
24.00
lancome.com
Uoma Badass MF Matte Filler Lip Liner in Rose
16.00
uomabeauty.com
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner
22.00
charlottetilbury.com
Pound Cake Red Velvet Cake Batter
26.00
poundcakecosmetics.com
Ofra Liquid Lipstick in Canyon
26.00
ofracosmetics.com
Lancome Color Design Lipcolor
35.00
lancome.com
Trinny London Lip2Cheek – Freddie
23.54
trinnylondon.com
Other Self Care Items for Women
Here are a variety of items you might want to try and include in your self-care routines.
Self Care Item
Cost
Where to Buy
Notes
Uve Violet Antimicrobial blender
19.99
uvebeauty.com
Carlucce Brush Bundle
55.00
carlucce.com
Laruce LR 304 Angle Brush LR 316 Duo Fibre
48.00
larucebeauty.com
Estee Lauder Gentle Eye Makeup Remover
24.00
ulta.com
Flamingo Razor
8.00
target.com
Rose Quartz Gua Sha Massager Set
11.99
amazon.com
SolaWave 4-in-1 Facial Wand
99.98
amazon.com
Silk Sleep Mask
9.99
amazon.com
The Purpose of Self-Care Items (or Self-Care to the Rescue!)
Facilitating Self-Care Rituals
Self-care items are tangible tools we can use to engage in regular self-care rituals. Whether you choose a:
calming skincare routine
relaxing bath
putting on our “game” face with our chosen makeup
Any of the above can improve our self-care experience.
Promoting Holistic Well-Being
Self-care goes well beyond skincare and beauty. It encompasses various aspects of life, from physical health and relaxation to intellectual growth and social connection. These self-care items serve as tools to support this holistic approach to well-being. Learn more about other self-care ideas here:
These self care items can act as reminders to practice self-compassion on a daily basis. Whatever you choose to add to your routine, do it with the intention of taking good care of yourself.
Hopefully, this will remind you to take time for yourself. And that self-care is not selfish but necessary for our overall health and happiness. You can read more about that here too – Self-Care is it Selfish?.
Are your favorite products on this list? Let me know what your favorite products are in the comments section below. Enjoy!
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