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Mood-lifting must-haves to beat the winter blues

From winter wellness essentials to simple ways to boost energy, reduce stress and support mental well-being, these cold-weather picks can help you beat the winter blues.

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Frosty mornings, freezing cold floors and that same extra-long puffer coat. Every. Day. Winter can feel never-ending, and we’re collectively counting the minutes (or months) until the songbirds sing again. Until spring finally shows up, the fix is leaning into mood-boosting wellness–think cozy self-care rituals, feel-good health habits and small daily comforts that make the colder months more bearable. From winter wellness essentials to simple ways to boost energy, reduce stress and support mental well-being, these cold-weather picks are designed to help you feel your best, even when the forecast says otherwise.

 

Make like the movie stars and consider a daily ice face bath. It regulates the nervous system, makes you feel SO refreshed and helps fight off wrinkles. This version comes with the bonus of a silicone ice cube lid.
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For anyone who is nervous about the dangers of an open flame at home, or whose house rules forbid them. Just place your all-natural candle under this warming lamp and enjoy scent without the stress.

 

My no-fail hostess gift is homemade sourdough and a beautiful bottle of EVOO. Jump start your wholesome new hobby with a Canadian-made starter by Captain Sourpants.

 

It is almost not worth self-tanning without the proper toolkit. And I love that this pack comes with a two-handled applicator for distributing product evenly across your back and shoulders.
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A rechargeable waterproof shower lamp casts a calming, gorgeous glow.

 

Now that your mood lighting is in place, a shower steamer adds next level self-care. Just throw one of these cute little Canadian-made, all natural pucks by Rocky Mountain Barber Company onto the shower floor – et voilà – you’ve booked into the spa.
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Shower and sauna spray is a fan favourite in my house full of females, and we love everything by the Vancouver-founded, female-led Tallu brand. Case in point: this eucalyptus and mint Shower and Sauna Mist.

 

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Avene Thermal Spring Calming Facial Mist Spray – $27.49

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