60 weird things that make your body look & feel so much better |
Looking and feeling your best goes way beyond taking supplements and going to the gym. In fact, there are hundreds of smaller things you can do to ensure you’re feeling your best on a day-to-day basis; it’s all about investing in the right products. With that in mind, ahead, you’ll find 60 clever things that’ll make your body look and feel so much better. Many of these finds are hidden gems you didn’t know existed; but once you buy them, you’ll wonder how you were ever able to live without them.
After a long day on your feet, these single-use foot masks give you the soothing powers of an Epsom salt soak without actually having to draw a bath. Designed to work in 30 minutes, the self-heating booties are infused with Epsom salt to relieve sore, achy feet. At the same time, ingredients like shea butter and macadamia seed oil deliver moisturizing benefits, while essential oils like lavender and peppermint create a relaxing, spa-like experience.
This deodorant-like stick is a genius way to prevent the irritation that occurs from skin rubbing against skin, clothing, or other materials (aka chafing). Ideal for swiping over your toes, thighs, and along the shoulders where bra straps dig in, the anti-chafing stick works by forming a protective barrier over the skin using pomegranate seed extract, grapeseed oil, and ginger root extract.
Use this massage tool to help ease muscle aches without a trip to the spa. The four-point device was designed to comfortably fit in the palm of your hand, so that you can target hard-to-reach areas like the back and shoulders just as easily as the calves and thighs. Its smaller size means you can keep it in your gym bag, and you can use the massager on its own or with a pain-relieving cream for even better results.
Reducing muscle tension is as easy as lying back on this mat and watching your favorite 30-minute show. The acupressure mat is fitted with plastic “spikes” that help to increase blood circulation to aid with workout recovery and regular old relaxation. Amazon reviewers warn that the first couple of minutes are “very uncomfortable,” but more than 30,000 five-star ratings confirm that the relief it provides is worth powering through.
Formulated to promote better sleep and muscle relief, these colorful bath bombs are infused with a blend of herbs used in traditional Tibetan medicine. And if you’re worried about a medicinal scent, fear not. Multiple Amazon reviewers assure the bath bombs have a light fragrance that enhances the calming experience.
For lower back pain or hip pain, these heat wraps were designed to bring you targeted relief without slowing you down. The single-use wraps are thin enough to wear under clothing, and they also use a patented heat technology that doesn’t involve any messy creams.
Removable massage buttons make these slippers an acupressure tool that can help ease foot pain caused by conditions like plantar fasciitis and arthritis. The sandal style is easy to slip on and off, and just a few minutes of walking around works like a massage to stimulate circulation. Pro tip: wear the slippers with thick socks and follow the instructions on gradually increasing the duration of use to minimize any discomfort.
Store these ice globes in your freezer, and whip them out when you’re dealing with facial puffiness or are simply in need of an energizing boost. The cryo sticks give you a cooling massage that helps to reduce swelling and redness in just a few minutes, leaving your skin with a temporary glow.
Salicylic acid is a go-to for treating acne, but spot treatments and cleansers aren’t the easiest to apply when it comes to breakouts on your back. This salicylic acid body spray lets you target the harder-to-reach area with a quick spritz that’s also convenient for preventing breakouts post-workout. In addition to salicylic acid, the alcohol- and fragrance-free spray includes soothing ingredients like niacinamide and hydrolyzed oat protein to prevent dryness and irritation.
Grounding may sound a little woo-woo, but if it’s a technique that you’re into (or have been wanting to try), this mat aims to connect you to the Earth without leaving your house. Designed to plug into an electrical outlet, the mat is then flooded with the Earth’s negative charge, helping with things like inflammation, sleep, and restoring balance, according to the brand. At the very least, the mat is still useful for practicing your breathwork, yoga, stretching, or other favorite relaxing exercise.
These individually packaged towelettes almost look like hand wipes, but each one is saturated in a self-tanner formula that gradually bronzes skin for several hours after applying. Designed to lightly exfoliate the skin for a streak-free finish, each towelette is enough to cover half of the body. Though the self-tanner goes on clear and dries in seconds so it won’t stain your clothes, it will leave your palms looking orange if you don’t wash them right after applying.
This after-shave oil smells like freshly glazed doughnuts, but it’s really just a sweet treat for your skin. A few drops of the oil on just-shaved skin are all you need to restore moisture and soothe irritation with its blend of jojoba seed oil, coconut oil, and passion fruit extract. Despite its rich formula, the after-shave oil is lightweight and fast-absorbing so you can go about your day without any sticky or greasy residue.
If you don’t like the residue that anti-chafing creams and powders leave behind, give these thigh bands a try. The adjustable bands can be placed exactly where you need them, and will remain completely invisible under dresses and skirts while they prevent irritation caused by skin rubbing. You also don’t have to worry about the bands sliding around, as each one is trimmed with silicone strips along the top and bottom to keep them in place.
You don’t have to deal with holding your heating pad in place or treating your shoulders separately when you........