Self care has never been more important. While Covid 19 has stripped us of our routine, peace, and social networks, it’s never been easier to stay in touch with loved ones and enjoy time at home, with the ability to really focus on yourself. Here are four tips to win self care —
1. Bring the Spa Home — If you’re like me, the kitchen calls your name multiple times a day. Not just a treasure trove of snacks, our kitchens often hold tons of natural and healthy ingredients, not just for our stomachs, but for our faces and skin too! For example, lemon juice and egg whites are common ingredients in at-home face masks! Check out these six spa-like remedies that can be done at home with natural ingredients, found in your refrigerator or around the house! Remember to use cotton balls to dab on your masks in order to maximize your product and our organic cotton rounds to wipe them off before washing your face. Organic cotton limits the number of chemicals your skin is in contact with!
2. “Hang” with Friends — whether you’re an introvert and used to spending time alone or an extrovert who’s struggling with the lack of interaction in your life, it’s more important than ever to make sure your loved ones are doing okay. Technological solutions like Zoom calls and the HouseParty app allow groups of friends to hang out together and catch up, but make sure to make time for some one-on-one time for the special people in your life. Facetiming or videocalls may feel weird at first, but it’s going to be the easiest way to see your friends (and even go on dates) while we continue practicing social distancing, which is crucial to flattening the curve and keeping the total number of infections down. Make happy hour with friends extra special by trying on some new makeup or getting dressed up! If you decide to try new makeup looks, try our XL cotton rounds to remove your makeup gently and keep your skin care as natural and organic as possible!
3. Down, Dog — Yoga, with its mindfulness and breathing techniques, is one of the best ways to relieve the body and mind of stress. There are tons of free apps and YouTube tutorials online that you can follow along to, regardless of your level of practice. Find a private space, dedicate some time, and set your goals for your practice. If nothing else, it’s a great way to relieve some of your back pain, whether it’s caused by stress, PMS or something worse. Be sure to stay hydrated to improve flexibility and keep your immune system healthy. Sweating a bit, but not enough for a shower? Use Maxim’s Organic Cotton towelettes to freshen up your face or pits!
4. Clean Up & Out — Take this time to focus on what brings you joy and what has meaning. Many times, our space fills up with things that are bought without a second thought. Take spring cleaning to the next level and consider its purpose, origin, and use. For example, this is a great time to favor ethically produced clothing or products made with organic cotton. Free from pesticides, chlorine, bleach and other chemicals, cotton fabric is produced using a significantly less amount of water and doesn’t release millions of toxins into the environment. Don’t worry about waste — donate your clothing or unused products to your local shelters to make sure you have the greatest impact you can.