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My Health & Wellness Essentials

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Living and traveling around the world long-term has taught me to be pretty selective about the health and wellness products I keep in my routine. These are products I personally use and return to, from supplements and hydration essentials to simple s...

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🧴 Skin & Personal Care

These are some of my favorite everyday products for simple, natural skin and personal care. I tend to stick with products that work well for me without making my routine overly complicated.

 
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This is the only soap I trust for my face. One bar lasts for months.
African Black Soap - Soothing Bar Soap for Face & Body
 
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This is my favorite natural, organic, DEET-free mosquito repellent, effective even in the Amazon.
Natural Mosquito Repellent - Badger Anti-Bug Balm
 
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This is natural, fluoride-free toothpaste that supports enamel health and lasts a long time.
Boka Fluoride-Free, Nano-Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste
 
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This is the same fluoride-free formula in a TSA-friendly size, ideal for carry-on travel and keeping teeth healthy on the go.
Boka Travel Toothpaste
 
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This is my favorite natural deodorant made from mineral salts. It is long-lasting and perfect for travel.
CRYSTAL™ Travel Stick Mineral Deodorant
 
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I love this lightweight hyaluronic acid serum. It absorbs easily and makes a noticeable difference in skin hydration.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum
 
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This is a natural skincare essential I use daily. A larger bottle lasts for months, perfect for long trips.
Tamanu Seed Oil, Organic (4 oz)
 
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This tamanu oil is convenient for short trips or carry-on only travel, TSA-friendly and easy to pack.
Cliganic USDA Organic Tamanu Oil, 100% Pure (2 oz Travel Size)

🌿 Supplements & Daily Wellness

These are supplements and wellness products I personally use as part of my routine. I’ve found what works for me over time and like keeping my approach to everyday wellness relatively simple.

 
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NAC (N-Acetyl L-Cysteine) is a supplement that provides cysteine, which the body uses to produce glutathione, an important antioxidant. I personally take NAC as part of my routine for antioxidant and liver support. Nutricost is the brand I use becaus...
Nutricost N-Acetyl L-Cysteine 600mg, 180 Caps
 
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This has been my go-to probiotic supplement for years. I like that Syntol AMD combines probiotics with prebiotics and enzymes in one formula. When I’m in the States, I usually grab at least a bottle or two before heading overseas because this is the ...
Arthur Andrew Syntol AMD Probiotic 90 Ct
 
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When I’m in the States and renting an apartment for a while, I like to buy a bag of food-grade diatomaceous earth and mix a small amount into water each day. It’s not the easiest thing to carry around while traveling, but I’ve personally had great re...
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade 5lb Powder
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💧 Hydration, Sleep & Travel Wellness

These are a few essentials I rely on for hydration, sleep, and feeling my best, especially while traveling and adjusting to different climates and time zones.

 
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This is the most recent melatonin I bought. I brought it with me to Southeast Asia, and I personally like it. I like taking melatonin when I’m traveling long distances and adjusting to new time zones because I’ve found that it helps me sleep and deal...
Nutricost Melatonin 10mg, 240 Tablets
 
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I love these sugar-free electrolyte packets for staying hydrated, especially while traveling or spending time in hot weather. They’re easy to take on the go, taste great, and make it simple to add electrolytes to my water without added sugar.
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Packets, 20
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