Wahl Face Hair Remover ($13): This personal hair remover is one of the best tools ever created—I use it on my mustache, forehead, basically my entire face. It removes all the hair from your face to reveal a smoother texture. Just watch how much better your makeup goes on after using it!

Tweezerman Blackhead Remover ($13): I use this once a week after I shower (while my pores are open) to remove blackheads gently and safely to help prevent breakouts. Picking at blackheads with your nails can damage your skin, so this little tool clears pores and prevents pimples without any worry of causing permanent scars.

Gua Sha Tool ($18): A rose quartz Gua Sha tool is amazing for lymphatic drainage and decreasing facial puffiness. It’s much more effective than a jade roller and extremely easy to use—here’s a quick video of the technique I use to lift and reduce puffiness with my fingers followed by the Gua Sha tool.

MDNA Beauty Roller ($200): This one is on the more expensive side but it’s seriously worth it—it gives your face an instant lift and helps contour. You can also use it on your body to lift, contour, and help define muscles.

High-Frequency Tool ($47): If you struggle with breakouts and acne, this is the tool for you. I use this high-frequency tool all over my face anytime I feel a breakout coming on and it works wonders—the pimple never actually appears!

What facial tool do you use the most? Let us know in the comments below!

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1. Candles
2. Bubbles (or salts, or oils, depending on your preference)
3. Relaxing music
4. Good book

1. Candles: There’s something about lighting a candle to two that instantly shifts your mood—from the dim lighting to the fragrance. Try placing a few of your favorite candles around your bathroom and bath tub while drawing your next bath. Make sure to stick to one scent (maybe use one fragrance candle and non-scented for the others) so you don’t overwhelm your bathroom with too many different smells, and light them before you sink into the tub (we’ve all made that mistake at least once). Le Labo and P.F. Candle Co. have intoxicating fragrances if you’re in the market for a new candle, or check out our previous post on the best non-toxic candles for additional brand recommendations.
2. Bubbles/ salts/ oils: Depending on the texture you prefer, you can add either bubbles, bath salts, or essential oils to your water (or a combination of the three!). For the most relaxing effect, choose one of these with aromatherapy benefits—the most calming scents are lavender, chamomile, vetiver, and neroli. Bath salts like epsom are great for alleviating muscle soreness, while oils help moisturize dry skin, and bubbles are just fun. If you have sensitive skin you may want to avoid bubbles, however, as most strip away the skin’s natural oils and can cause irritation.

3. Relaxing music: Turn on something that helps put you in a calm mindset, whether that’s classical music, meditative sounds, or your favorite playlist. Podcasts are also a great way to open your mind while laying in the tub.

4. A good book: Getting lost in your favorite book will always take you out of your own mind and body for a bit, so why not do so while laying in a hot bath surrounded by your favorite things? If you’re new to baths and trying to get into the ritual a good read can also help pass the time if you’re prone to feeling antsy.

Photo: Janice Joostema

That’s it! Now just sit back, relax, and enjoy the peaceful serenity a good bath can bring.

What’s your favorite bath ritual? Let us know in the comments below!

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