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Self Care for Artists

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Take care of yourself so you can keep making art!
 
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Keep hands from drying and cracking with some serious moisturizing hand cream.
Duke Cannon Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm - Fragrance Free Hand Lotion for Men - 5 oz
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Keep this little tin in your bag/pocket for moisturizing on the go. A little bit goes a long way.
Nivea Creme Moisturizing Body, Hand and Face Cream Fresh - 1oz
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You know why you need this.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Manicure Tool Kit
 
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Something is going to hurt you when you are making art. I'm sorry. Please have this on hand.
Neosporin 24 Hour Infection Protection First Aid Antibiotic Ointment - 0.5oz
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If you are allergic to regular antibiotic creams this might help you, but ask a medical pro because I am certainly not one.
Silvex Wound Gel 0.5oz by Be Smart Get Prepared. Antimicrobial, for Burns, Sunburns, Skin Irritations, and Abrasions
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A range of colorful bandages for a range of artistic injuries. Should also stay put better than the regular bandaids for active art making.
CVS Health Extreme Sport Assorted Bandages
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I think sculptors like these especially.
Aspercreme Lidocaine with No Mess Applicator - 2.5oz.
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Put them where you need them.
Salonpas 20% Larger Pain Relieving Patch - 60ct
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Avoiding carpal tunnel syndrome is a big concern. If you are feeling wrist or hand pain, weakness or numbness speak to your doctor. Wearing a wrist brace at night while sleeping can help. Having a reversible wrist brace can be cost effective if you d...
ACE Brand Reversible Wrist Brace, Gray – One Size Fits Most
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Working with loud tools, wanting more focus, getting better rest to have more stamina - earplugs can help.
Equate Ultra Soft Foam Ear Plugs, 32dB Noise Reduction Rating, 12 Pairs
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Paint on your face? Exfoliating scrub can help remove it.
St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Face Scrub 6 oz
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Stubborn paint away!
Aveeno Stress Relief Gentle Oat Exfoliating Bath and Body Scrub Soap-Free, 8 fl oz
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Refresh hard working skin and remove stubborn materials.
2pc Exfoliating Terry Wash Cloths
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When you want to stave off eye strain or recover from it you'll want these on hand.
TheraTears Extra Dry Eye Therapy Lubricant Eye Drops - 0.5 fl oz
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Your eyes are precious. Keep them hydrated and in good condition.
Vitamasques Evening Goggle Eye Mask
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You can wear them while making art or when relaxing.
isotoner Mixed Microterry Hoodback Women's Slippers
 
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They will still be comfortable even with art supplies on them.
isotoner Space Dye Men's Clog Slippers
 
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Give sore muscles some relief wherever they need it.
Sharper Image Shiatsu Full Body Multifunction Cordless Massager
 
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Working with many materials can affect your sinuses. Keep sinus passages in good shape with a cool mist humidifier. Warm mist can cause nasal passages to swell. Make sure you keep it clean, cool mist humidifiers grow bacteria faster than warm ones.
Pure Enrichment Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with Optional Night Light for the Bedrooms, Offices, and More Home
 
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Art block and anxiety is stressful. Stress is not welcome when it prevents art making. Read up on some things to cope with artistic anxiety.
Art & Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking (Paperback)
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