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Post Cancer Treatment "Glow-Up" Recs
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items After months of intense breast cancer treatment, my mind and body were forever changed. I needed to find new ways to feel good, even beautiful and sexy, again. These products have helped me reclaim myself, and I hope they will become kind gifts for y...
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Growing Healthy Hair After Losing It All
Skincare that Protects and Heals
Body Works
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Growing Healthy Hair After Losing It All
I lost all my hair to chemotherapy. And now I have a full head of hair, with better body than it ever had before treatment. These products help keep my hair beautifully healthy.
I went bald 13 days after my first chemo treatment early in the summer of 2023. My hair didn't start growing back until I finished my treatments, but by the end of the year, I had quite a full head of little curls. Massaging this serum into my scalp ...
1.0 oz Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density for Thicker, Fuller Looking Hair - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
Now that my hair has grown back, this shampoo keeps it feeling thicker and healthier than it did before chemo.
OGX ProGrowth + Peptide Shampoo, 13 OZ
I use this with the shampoo. Not only do these products have a light, pleasant scent, I swear my hair has never been healthier.
OGX ProGrowth + Peptide Conditioner, 13 OZ
Especially good when you have chemo curls, as these keep your curls intact overnight.
Champagne Satin Pillowcase - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
Skincare that Protects and Heals
Chemo and radiation can do a number on your skin, so it's important to find safe products that do their jobs well in protecting you and feel good.
I'm pale-skinned, and treatment made me all the more sensitive to the sun. This sunscreen is super effective, melts into the skin without a horrible white cast, and makes my skin feel silky smooth.
Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion Mineral SPF 60+
I use this snail mucin on my face morning and night, which keeps my skin hydrated and glowing. It pairs well with other products.
3.38 oz Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence - COSRX | Ulta Beauty
This glycolic acid bar makes it easy to smooth any rough patches on my skin.
Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Stick - The INKEY List | Ulta Beauty
The radiation oncology techs suggested I buy this to help keep my skin intact between sessions. While it was not my favorite then, I've started using it for slugging my face at night, and it's really better than any lip balm.
Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment Tube with Touch-Free Applicator, 14 OZ
Body Works
My joints and muscles ache frequently as I'm in medical menopause. Having this massage gun available at the ready is so helpful.
SLF Percussion Mini Massager
Sometimes I just need to lie down on my acupressure mat. I love the neck pillow especially as it hits all the right places on my neck and back of my head. No more than 20 minutes necessary.
Kanjo Acupressure Mat Set Mat: 17 X 28 Inch / Pillow: 6 X 14 Inch Navy Blue KANNAVM
My feet need a lot of love. These socks help keep my toes feeling good.
Multi Color Foot Alignment Socks
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These recommendations are definitely extra, but will go a long way toward feeling amazing and powerful.
I had a scar that made a large divot in my breast from my lumpectomy. Not only that, but that side is a full cup size, if not more, than my healthy side. But instead of getting more surgery to make my 'girls' match, I went for a powerful tattoo, desi...
Home - Odyssey Wellness Tattoo
These drops have been so good, not just for me, but for the whole family. I have needed better hydration since starting treatment. I just know when I'm getting dehydrated, and these fix that issue quickly.
Build Your Own Care Kit™ | Buoy