While some people associate Valentine’s Day with romance, it doesn’t have to be only about romantic partners. Valentine’s Day is a day for love and to show appreciation to those around you, whether that’s family, friends or even yourself. If you haven’t had a self-care day in a while, why not treat yourself to the best of the best on Feb. 14? It’s the perfect time to wind down, relax and enjoy some wine, chocolates and a good old romance movie or novel.
To get you started on your self-care day, I’ve crafted a list of essentials, from wine glasses to face masks to candles, starting at $10. Shop my top picks below. And as Donna Meagle and Tom Haverford from “Parks and Rec” would say, “Treat yo’ self!”
19 Valentine’s Day Self-Care Essentials
- Hydration Station: I use these Biodance Bio-Collagen Overnight Masks every week and I love how they make my skin feel. They’re super hydrating, easy to sleep in and make my skin feel bouncy and soft — $19
- Coils and Curls: Another favorite of mine, this Pattern Beauty Leave-In Conditioner is perfect for the curly and coily hair gals. It locks in moisture, detangles and defines my curl pattern — $29
- Skincare Essential: I also love using this Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Mask once a month on my skin and hair. It gets the gunk out, shrinks my pores and makes me feel super refreshed. Just mix it with apple cider vinegar until it forms into a paste, then apply it, let it dry and rinse it off — $15
- Ultimate Splurge Gift: Treat yourself to millions of book titles at your fingertips with this Kindle Paperwhite Reader. It’s the perfect item for an evening spent relaxing and drinking wine. Plus, the seven-inch glare-free display makes it easy to read on — $160
- Wine Down: It’s not a self-care day without a glass of wine, so grab a set of these gorgeous wine glasses. Hand-blown and made from premium crystal glass, they’re ideal for red and burgundy wine — $40
- At-Home Pedicure: Instead of spending money on a pedicure, do it at home with this Homedics Bubble Mate Foot Spa. It’s a number-one bestseller on Amazon and it pampers your feet and comes with a pumice stone to exfoliate — $24
- Heat Things Up: After your pedicure, stick your feet into this Renpho Heated Foot Massager, which heats to 131°F and includes custom knead intensity and air compression settings — $81
- Sleep Tight: Catch some Z’s with zero distractions with this luxurious sleep mask. Whether you’re a side, back or stomach sleeper, it’s comfortable to wear, and the ventilated cushion allows for breathability — $23
- Undo Those Bags: If you haven’t been getting much sleep lately, grab these grace & stella Under Eye Masks. They’ll depuff and smooth your under-eye area so you’ll look like you slept all eight hours the previous night — $24
- Sweet Caramel: Lighting a candle and relaxing after a long day of work is one of the best feelings. This Yankee Candle Salted Caramel Candle will fill your home with the scent of delicious caramel cookies. And it’s long-lasting, with a burn time of 150 hours — $35
- Take a Bath: Bath bombs are another Valentine’s Day self-care essential, and this pack comes with 12 high-quality bath bombs filled with florals and fun scents — $29
- Relaxing Bath: This Royal Craft bathtub tray provides ample space for your tablet, wine glass, candle and snacks. Crafted with organic bamboo, it’s durable and waterproof — $47
- Hot Coffee: If you plan on spending Valentine’s Day sipping on coffee and watching romance movies, keep your cup of joe warm with this coffee mug warmer, which has four temperature settings up to 185°F — $32
- Sweet Treat: No romance movie is complete without a couple of chocolates to snack on. This Ferrero Rocher Collection comes with 48 chocolates in hazelnut milk chocolate, dark chocolate and coconut flavors — $47
- Brie Mine: Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day alone or getting together with the girls, you’ll love putting together a fun little charcuterie board. This one is spacious enough for multiple cheeses, fruits and crackers. Plus, it comes with four utensils, a wine opener, three labels, two markers and a carrying bag — $40
- The Notebook: If you want to read a gushing, heart-wrenching romance novel, pick “The Notebook” by Nicholas Sparks for your book of the month, and watch the movie on Valentine’s Day — $10
- Cozy Blanket: Cozy up under this soft and comfortable Bedsure GentleSoft White Throw Blanket. The chic ribbed texture pairs well in any living room or bedroom — $18
- Ease the Tension: Said to relieve back pain, muscle pain and soreness, this Renpho Heating Pad will be your best friend if you’re struggling with cramps — $36
- Soft Slippers: Slip into something cozy for walking around the house with these Litfun Fuzzy Slippers. They’re lined with faux fur, making them a warm and soft accessory — $12
