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Small Things I Do to Calm My Stress and Lower Cortisol
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items Stress can sneak up on anyone, and when cortisol gets high, it shows in sleep, skin, and mood. Over time, I’ve discovered simple habits and products that help me slow down, relax, and feel more balanced. This list shares those little things I actuall...
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🧴 Skincare + Self-Care
🍵 Calming Drinks
🧘 Mind & Body Reset
🛏️ Sleep & Comfort
🧴 Skincare + Self-Care
Soaking in a warm bath with these lavender and sea salt crystals instantly helps me release tension. It’s like a mini spa moment that resets my mood and calms my nervous system
CALM Soaking Salts & Bath Soaks
My go-to for when stress leaves my eyes looking tired and puffy. This feels lightweight but super nourishing and helps reduce redness and irritation.
Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream
Magnesium and vitamin C in one serum? Yes, please. It supports skin’s natural barrier and calms inflammation, which is perfect when stress makes my skin act up.
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate 10% Vitamin C Cream for Dry Skin
A lightweight facial oil that helps my skin repair overnight. I love how it smells calming and leaves my skin feeling soft and refreshed in the morning.
Midnight Recovery Concentrate Moisturizing Face Oil Serum
This little bar melts into your skin with gentle oils and lavender to help relax both body and mind during my evening routine.
Tranquil | Calm & Uplifting Bergamot Oil Massage Bar
I started using red light therapy a few times a week, and it’s been a gentle, soothing way to calm inflammation and boost skin’s natural glow. It feels like a warm, relaxing light session that helps reduce stress on my skin and gives me that fresh, r...
4 in 1 Red Led Light Therapy Infrared Flexible Soft Mask Silicone 4 Color Led Therapy Anti Aging Advanced Photon Mask IPX7 New
🍵 Calming Drinks
This holy basil tea is my nighttime go-to for calming jitters and slowing down after a busy day. It tastes earthy and smooth, perfect for sipping before bed.
Organic Tulsi & Ginger Tea
A blend of herbs like ashwagandha and chamomile that helps ease my mind and soothe tension. Drinking this feels like a little ritual that reminds me to breathe.
Yogi Stress Relief Tea
A quick, tasty way to get some stress-fighting herbs in when life feels hectic. I usually mix it into warm water or milk.
Four Sigmatic - Coffee Adaptogen Ashwagn - Case Of 8-12 Oz
Taking magnesium in the evening helps me relax my muscles and quiet my mind. It’s a simple, natural way to support my body’s stress response and get better rest when life gets hectic.
Calm Magnesium Powder
🧘 Mind & Body Reset
Even 5 minutes of guided meditation here helps me lower stress and feel more grounded. The simple breathing exercises are great to use anytime I notice my mind racing.
Headspace Content | Meditation & Sleep App
Having a comfy, non-slip mat makes it easier to get into gentle yoga stretches that help release tension and reset my energy. It’s a small change that helps me stick with my practice.
PRO Series Yoga Mats
Using a foam roller before bed helps me release muscle tightness and ease my body into relaxation mode.
Foam Rollers
🛏️ Sleep & Comfort
This little light helps me focus on slow breathing to fall asleep naturally. It’s been a game changer on nights when stress makes my mind too busy to rest.
Dodow - Sleep Aid Device - More Than 300.000 Users are Falling Asleep ...
I use this for gentle sounds and a warm light to help me drift off easier. It’s like a personal sleep coach right on my nightstand.
Restore 3 - Smart Sound Machine Alarm Clock