Simple Bathroom Items to Take Self-Care to the Next Level

Simple bathroom items to take self-care to the next level can have a quick and ongoing impact. Self-care often brings to mind candles and bubble baths. But, there are several quick and easy ways to address self-care when taking a bubble bath is not an option.

These self-care items can be added to the bathroom whether you share a bathroom with your family or have your own. However, some items may want to be kept out of reach for safety reasons and to keep them special for your self-care.

Self-Care and the Bathroom

Self-care can easily be added to the bathroom because it is an opportunity for a few minutes alone behind a closed door. Even if you have small children or a child with emotional disabilities, taking a few minutes throughout the day to use the bathroom is essential.

However, there have definitely been times when even using the bathroom for short periods of time for the basic necessities was a challenge. I hope that if you are in one of these seasons, that these ideas and items can support you for quick uses during the day. In the evenings, having these items on hand can also help wind down after a stressful day.

Self-Care Items to Add to Your Bathroom

Since many of the activities done in the bathroom are already geared to self-care, this is a great place to start. From washing your hand to brushing your teeth or taking a shower – a few additions can take your self care to the next level.

Aromatherapy

You can add aromatherapy to several bathroom items and reap the benefits.

Need a boost of energy? Try a whiff of peppermint or citrus before leaving the bathroom.

Need an infusion of calm? Try some lavender or a specific stress-relieving oil blend.

Hand Soap with Aromatherapy

Since you will be washing your hands when visiting the bathroom, this is a great place to start.

You may enjoy an Energizing Orange Ginger blend. Or relax with a Calming Stress Relief blend.

Want to take this idea even further?

Try a soap with exfoliating benefits! This soap has several aromas to choose from including peppermint, eucalyptus and spearmint, and lavender!

Hand Lotion with Aromatherapy

You can also try some hand lotion for aromatherapy to-go and increased moisturizing benefits. This stress relieving blend comes in a pretty pump and also saves time with just needing a quick pump on the way out the door. It also works for hands or the entire body.

Body Wash with Aromatherapy

Whether you are showering for a burst of energy or to unwind, aromatherapy is a great addition to your shower routine.

Bonus: when you do have a chance to take a bath – these can easily be added to bath water.

Body Lotion with Aromatherapy

After your shower you can stretch the aromatherapy experience with a body lotion.

You will smell great and your skin will also benefit.

Towels

Having nice fluffy towels to dry your hands, face and body is a great experience. For example, quality towels will take your basic hand wash routine to the next level. Plus, gentle towels for your face can also help reduce and prevent breakouts.

I use these towels as a part of my skincare routine and have experienced less irritation and fewer breakouts.

Dry Brush

Dry brushing for a few minutes before or during a shower is soothing. It also helps exfoliate and benefits the lymphatic system.

Spray Bottle

This spray bottle has a long, “continuous†spray. My older children and I each have one for our morning hair routines. A quick spray or two helps get rid of bedhead and also activates curls and waves. It is also gentle enough to spray on my face for a quick morning wake up as well. Bonus: a quick spray around the sink helps with quick tidying up.

Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoo spray is another quick haircare product for the morning or after a workout. This product is great for when you did not have time to wash your hair, but will still have you looking fresh. It comes in a few different formulas to fit your needs.

For additional hair care ideas read our post How to Help Your Hair Following High Stress.

A Pretty Cup

A pretty cup in the bathroom will encourage you to Increase your water intake. I like to keep a pretty tea cup in my bathroom. After washing my hands I take a few sips of water. It also helps after brushing my teeth.

Affirmation Cards

Since you will be visiting the bathroom throughout the day, it is a perfect place to post a few affirmation cards. For example, you could put one on the mirror or inside a drawer. You could also put a card inside a cabinet. For other ways to use these cards, read about Affirmations for Special Needs Parents.

Simple Bathroom Items to Take Self-Care to the Next Level: Summary

Adding a few of these simple bathroom items can take self-care to the next level. As you decrease stress, increase energy levels, and take a few minutes throughout the day, you will start to notice benefits.

Ready to take self-care to another room? Try some ideas in Simple Kitchen Items to Take Self-Care to the Next Level.

You may also be interested in other Ways to Reduce Stress-Related Side Effects.

You can also try some Easy Upgrades to Basic Self-Care.

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