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Theyre soft and warm like flannel, but still breathable and lightweight, so I sleep like a baby.
They can use TherabodysHome Fitness Awardwinningmassage gun on tight muscles after a workout or almost any ache.
Its nice and compact, but still so strong and effective on sore spots!
one SELF editor says.
I love that pulling it out to use doesnt feel like a whole to-doits really purely self-care.
Ive also had it for four years, and its still in perfect condition.
Plus, I can wear them in the summer without overheating.
Kindle Paperwhite
Kindle Paperwhite (16-GB.)
Even a lengthy novel will be lightweight and portable when they read it on aKindle Paperwhite.
SELFs senior commerce writer has usedthis Manduka matfor the last year during her daily flows.
It dries and straightens my long, wavy-curly hair in about 20 minutes.
And nothing says gift-worthy like someone asking whered you get this thing?
(which is exactly what my mom and friend wondered when they tried mine).
I feel sooo fancy and bougie with these on!
SELFs lifestyle writer says.
They look chic and expensive (they kind of are, but the quality is legit).
They come in all sorts of fun colors and are supersoft and durable.
How thoughtful of you.
The size is deceivingits pretty small, but I can fit atonof stuff inside.
I break it out any time Im going for a stroll around my neighborhood or a quick grocery run.
It fits the essentials: phone, wallet, keys.
And its small size is perfect for concerts or other live events with bag restrictions.
It doesnt absorb super quickly, which I actually like.
Owala FreeSip
Owala
FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle (32-oz.)
REI
Several SELF staffers roll up to the lunch table carrying this water bottleits a real crowd-pleaser.
But adding the body wash to my routine really took my self-care to the next level.
It has a gel consistency and little exfoliating beads that give my skin a gentle scrub.
Plus, it fills my shower with the lotions same notes of fresh lemon zest and vetiver.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this!
After having this on all day, my lips stayed moisturized thanks to its superthick consistency.
