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How to Make Your Showers a Soothing Escape in This Uncertain Time

From creating a warm, grounding environment to therapeutic skin-care treatments, here’s how to make your shower a place of respite and relaxation….

Amid stress and uncertainty, showers are no longer just a utilitarian to-do, they’re an act of serene self-care—particularly when you take your time and add those few extra steps that transform it into a fully realized ritual. From creating a warm, grounding environment to therapeutic skin-care treatments, here’s how to make your showers feel like an act of respite and relaxation.

Create Warm, Relaxing Lighting

Warm lighting, particularly in the evening, promotes relaxation and helps to calm the mind. Whether you’re bathing before bed or just in need of a dose of grounding glimmer during the day, flick on a small accent light that emits a soft, mellow glow. Try a stylish midcentury-inspired orb, small paper lantern light, or a compact pinky-peach Himalayan salt wall plug, which will help cleanse the air in your space.

Rakaposhi Salt Rock Night Light

$15

RAKAPOSHI

Light Accents Round Glass Lamp

$45

LIGHT ACCENTS

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RGL Asian Wall Night Light

Casper The Glow Light

$129

Casper

Hang a Beautiful Shower Curtain

Finding an attractive, let alone swoon-worthy shower curtain is like spotting a diamond in the rough. Thankfully, brands like Brooklyn-based Quiet Town are bridging the gap with beautiful, thoughtfully-crafted curtains that merge practicality with design. Whether it’s a breezy, two-toned linen number or something a bit punchier, like abstract geometrics or bold jungle flowers, it’s about what you consider beautiful—and what will make you feel at ease.

Quiet Town The Marfa Cotton Canvas Shower Curtain

$198

QUIET TOWN HOME

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Lush Decor Blush and White Linen Shower Curtain

$51

LUSH DECOR

Deny Designs Hello Sayand Urban Jungle Shower Curtain

$89

DENY DESIGNS

CB2 Crescent Blockprint Shower Curtain

Light a candle

A beautiful candle is a true luxury. In a bathroom setting, it not only offers a scent that makes you feel feel good, but it secures that ever-soothing candle-lit ambiance at night. In these taxing times, consider notes that whittle away at stress such as balancing Breu resin, sweet earthy vetiver, or grounding cedar.

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Costa Brazil Vela Jungle Candle

$165

COSTA BRAZIL

Diptyque Ambre Scented Candle

$68

DIPTYQUE

Boy Smells Cedar Stack Candle

$34
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Apotheke Hinoki Lavender Candle

$38

Apotheke

Dry Brush for a Full-Body Massage

Before entering the shower, take a dry brush and gently massage yourself head to toe in long, circular strokes that move up towards your heart. It contributes to lymphatic drainage and increased circulation and, according to Ayurvedic philosophy, is a mediative act of cleansing and detoxifying the body. Plus, it helps buff away dead skin cells as the first step for a full-body glow.

The Organic Pharmacy Skin Brush

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Popchose Dry Brushing Body Brush

$10

POPCHOSE

EcoTools Bristle Brush

$6

EcoTools

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Embrace Aromatherapy

Once you’ve turned the faucet and found that perfectly calibrated warm temperature, consider a little aromatherapy behind the curtains. Hang a bouquet of fresh eucalyptus from your shower head for a refreshing natural scent, or try an in-shower mist like the J.R. Watkins’s new Detox formula laced with warming ginger, or a shower melt like Aura Cacia’s calming lavender tablets.

Beau Jour Dried Real Eucalyptus

$19

BEAU JOUR

J.R. Watkins Detox Aromatherapy In-Shower Mist

$15

J.R. WATKINS

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Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Shower Tablets

$28

AURA CACIA

Truly Moon Shower Adaptogenic Spa Mist

Exfoliate All Over

Your body will already be buzzing from the dry brushing session; up the ante on smooth, soft skin and muscle tension relief with a polishing body scrub. Ren’s clean sea salt balm contains a touch of magnesium for its calming and detoxing properties, while Juara’s creamy polish teams candlenut oil with crushed walnut particles for an extra-silky effect all over. And don’t forget your scalp: A purifying scrub, such as French hairstylist Christophe Robin’s cult favorite, will help cleanse, remove build-up, and leave the scalp feeling truly revitalized.

Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt

$53

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN

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Ren Atlantic Kelp and Magnesium Salt Anti-Fatigue Exfoliating Body Scrub

Juara Candlenut Body Polish

Skin BUTTR Gingr Lemon Scrub

$7

Skin BUTTR

Cleanse Luxuriously

Just as important as how you feel in the shower is how you feel walking out of it—for those who enjoy fragrance, a fresh, long-lasting scent is a key part of the equation. Look to a gentle body cleanser infused with a magic, sweet-smelling ingredient such as Le Labo’s earthy Hinoki, Seed Phytonutrient’s herbal cedar leaf, or Fresh’s zingy citrus.

Le Labo Shower Gel Hinoki

$27

LE LABO

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Fresh Citron de Vigne Bath and Shower Gel

$23

FRESH CITRON DE VIGNE

Seed Phytonutrients Body Cleanser

Plant Apothecary Calm Down Body Wash

$20

Plant Apothecary

Step Out and Hydrate

After toweling off, seal in the moisturizer with a lightweight, sinks-right-in lotion like Malin + Goetz’s Vitamin B5-packed cult favorite or Lord Jones’s extra-strength CBD-infused version to give your muscles some extra TLC. To double down on hydration, Oye’s rich shea butter is laced with nourishing and healing vitamins A, K, E, and F. Alternatively, you can reach for an oil, like Taza’s Nourish Eladi Body, with soothing Himalayan cedar and healing Indian frankincense, for the Ayurvedic ritual of a full-body abhyanga, or self-massage.

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Malin and Goetz Vitamin B5 Body Lotion

$35

MALIN AND GOETZ

Lord Jones High CBD Formula Body Lotion

$42

LORD JONES

Taza Ayurveda Body Oil

$90
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Oye Shea Butter

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Cardi B’s $60K Birkin Bag Gets The ‘Mommy Treatment’ As Daughter Unleashes Her Creativity

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In a moment of relatable frustration, Cardi B took to Instagram to share a funny yet surprising story about her expensive $60,000 Birkin bag, one of her favorite items from her luxury collection. Known for her bold personality and honest social media posts, Cardi revealed that one of her daughters had turned the fancy purse into a makeshift canvas, drawing a heart on it without permission. “Look what my daughter did to my purse,” Cardi said dramatically in her Instagram Story, showing off the iconic bag to her followers. “I literally spent $60,000 on this purse,” she exclaimed, still amazed by the unexpected ‘artwork’ from her little girl.

Although she was frustrated, the mom of three tried to take it all in stride, at least for the moment. Cardi values her hard-earned luxury items, especially her growing collection of high end bags. However, as any parent knows, kids have a skill for creating chaos even in the most cherished parts of life. For Cardi, that chaos includes her high-priced accessories. The post quickly gained attention online, with fans sympathizing with Cardi’s situation. Many found humor in the irony of the event, while others offered support, pointing out that such moments are just part of the unpredictable journey of parenthood. Cardi has previously emphasized that family is her top priority, even if it means dealing with some messiness.

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But Cardi’s frustration didn’t stop there. She later took to Twitter to respond to comments made by Kanye West regarding her staying power in the spotlight. While she didn’t mention him directly, her tweet, “7 years 1 album… STILL being a topic and STILL being asked about my music!!!” sent a clear message. She confidently asserted her spot in the entertainment world, clarifying that her fans, known as “The Brim,” are not going anywhere. In the end, whether it’s a damaged Birkin bag or dealing with critics, Cardi B repeatedly shows that she remains unfazed by the ups and downs of fame, always staying true to herself and her family.

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Kai Cenat Powers Up The BAPE By KidSuper Collection, Bringing Bold Streetwear Vision to Life

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The collaboration between BAPE by KidSuper and Kai Cenat has officially launched, and it’s making waves in the streetwear world. Released on April 12, the BAPE by KidSuper collection represents a blend of BAPE’s iconic style from Japan with the vibrant, energetic vibe of KidSuper, which has its roots in Brooklyn. This partnership is particularly significant for KidSuper’s founder, Colm Dillane, who started his journey selling handmade t-shirts outside BAPE stores. Now, he’s a key creative partner with the legendary brand. What sets this collection apart is its deep connection to culture.

Social media star Kai Cenat plays a major role in promoting the collection, bringing a youthful energy that perfectly matches the spirit of the collaboration. The release captures a mix of past influences and modern style, appealing directly to today’s trend-conscious audience. The first look at the collection was revealed during Paris Fashion Week at KidSuper’s Fall/Winter 2025 show, titled “From a Place I Have Never Been.” This wasn’t just a typical fashion show; it was an immersive experience featuring oversized clothing, bright colors, and a comic-inspired theme celebrating youth, memories, and imagination. These ideas are reflected in every piece of the collection, from graphic t-shirts to special sneakers, jackets, and clogs, making each item feel like a unique piece of art.

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The design and packaging of the collection are also very creative, enhancing the overall experience. The packaging, inspired by comic books, ensures that this collection is a celebration of a special moment in streetwear history. Raystar, who also participated in the show, infused his own creative energy into the project, adding another level of excitement to this already iconic partnership. In a time when collaborations are common, the BAPE by KidSuper collection stands out by tapping into the core of street culture and creativity. It’s a collection that many collectors and trendsetters are going to want to have.

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