Home quarantine has become the new normal, and most of us are not going crazy. From spending endless hours on the couch to gouging down anything just because you can, we understand it’s not easy. But there are ways you can make it bearable while playing your part in flattening the curve. Instead of sitting around and thinking how difficult the quarantine life is, you can practice self-care and cherish the “me-time” moments for a chance to refresh your body and mind. We have put together the ultimate quarantine self-care guide that will turn your #QuarantineLife into a self-care staycation.

The Ultimate Quarantine Self-care Guide

Tend to your hands and nails

You’re probably washing your hands excessively right now (and you should be!). However, frequent handwashing causes excessive dryness, which calls for a little extra TLC for your hands and nails. Sukin’s Natural Cleansing Hand Wash is gently designed to remove dirt and germs from the hands, without drying and stripping the skin. A rich blend of jojoba, avocado and rosehip oil restores the moisture level of dehydrated hands while soothing Aloe Vera, chamomile and lavender leave skin feeling clean, hydrated and supple! The Sukin Hand and Nail Cream is natural, non-greasy and light. It hydrates and protects dry hands while caring and strengthening nails.

Indulge in an at-home facial

With no need to rush out the door every morning, you can take your time and develop a skincare routine that works best for you with the help of this quarantine self-care guide. You can start by giving yourself an at-home facial with Magnitone Xoxo Soft Touch Silicone Facial Cleansing Brush. Available online, this device is a cute, compact and ultra-soft daily cleansing brush that goes deep and purges pores of impurities, in the gentlest way for a beautifully conditioned, healthy glow.

We all know that once you’ve found the right moisturizer for your skin type, your skin will never be the same again! Take this time to discover what works best for you. New to the beauty market is a French brand, FILORGA’s GLOBAL-REPAIR range which includes the Global Repair Intensive Serum & Cream. Suitable for ageing skin, this supreme skincare duo works to revive and refresh the skin while targeting fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, lack of radiance and sagging skin. The best part is that this duo can be used as a serum and cream during the day and as masks at night thanks to its revolutionary transformable textures for intensive treatment while you sleep. Available online at www.basharacare.com

Sit back and relax… with a beauty mask

With some time on your hands, why not indulge in 20 minutes of uninterrupted relaxation? Throw in a sheet mask and you’ll even get super healthy, hydrated and glowing skin by the end of it, too! The ritual of applying a face mask is so calming, from the minute you unravel the sheet mask, to when you’re laying down still or reading a book while enjoying the cooling sensation on your skin.

Masking once or twice a week makes a huge difference, not only to our skin but to our mental well-being as it forces you to relax. We recommend Skin Republic’s recently launched Retinol Hydrogel Mask for Women and the Energising Facial Mask for Men. The Retinol Hydrogel Mask is a powerful anti-ageing sheet mask that super-charges the skin with retinol to support natural collagen, replenish lost moisture and increase the skin’s elasticity. The Energising Facial Mask for Men is a hydrating mask that delivers an energizing boost to dry and tired skin with active ingredients such as Vitamins C and E and CoQ10.

Refresh & repair your hair

It’s a known fact that the state of your hair can greatly impact your mood. A good hair day can build confidence while a bad one can have opposite effects, and this quarantine self-care guide will help you have a good hair day. Indulging in a soothing shower and taking care of your hair is essential can have many positive effects. We are loving Vierro’s Water Protect Shampoo & Conditioner duo.

Homegrown and formulated in the UAE, this duo is packed with protein-rich ingredients to nourish your hair, including Peppermint essential oil. With its cooling properties and calming scent, it evokes a spa-like ambience in your steamy shower whenever used which can be quite therapeutic. Your hair is left refreshed & stronger, and so are your senses!

Try something new and sustainable

With ample time at home due to social distancing, there’s never been a better time to try a money-saving period product that will help you out financially as well as contributing towards sustainability. One of the smallest, and most cost-effective choices you can make, is switching your monthly shopping basket of period products for a subtle, small medical-grade silicone cup – the Lunette menstrual cup, which could save you money, time and the dreaded eco-anxiety. It also is great for a time such as this, so you don’t have to stock-pile tampons or pads.

Share the load

Juggling working from home, helping kids cope with distance learning, and daily household chores such as cooking, cleaning, doing the laundry, etc., are the norm for most of us. But when it comes to the cleanliness and sanitization of your most-used items at home, why not share the load and get some professional help? Champion Cleaners, a premium dry cleaning and laundry service, is offering free pick-up and delivery when you schedule for their dry cleaning or sanitization services through the Champion Cleaners app or by just dialling +971 42 858 581. There’s no need to leave home, and you can indulge in some spare “me-time” instead.

Workout at home

This quarantine self-care guide would not be complete without some sweating sessions. One way to keep yourself healthy while working from home is by having an at-home workout routine. Get motivated and head towards being fit by downloading a fitness app that will guide you all the way. We love the ASICS Studio app which is currently offering a FREE 3-month trial for all. It is complete with easy and quick home workout programs that include ones specially designed for runners. It also includes yoga and meditations sessions.

That said, what consists of your ultimate quarantine self-care guide? Feel free to share in the comments.