{"id":40226,"date":"2022-06-16T14:52:02","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T04:52:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=40226"},"modified":"2024-06-12T17:23:11","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T07:23:11","slug":"mens-health-selfcare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/","title":{"rendered":"Why men are beginning to take self-care seriously"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"110%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1279\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1.jpg 1279w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-cottonbro-4101143-1-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"man in counseling\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do you think of when we say \u2018self-care\u2019? Often the image that comes to mind is someone lying in the tub, enjoying a glass of wine after a long day. But, self-care and the practice of self-care is much more than just treating yourself to some alone time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-care has become a bit of a phenomenon with face masks and bath bombs dominating conversations as go-to self-care practices. But there are so many ways to practice self-care and in the age of treating yourself, it seems that men have been left behind, and unable to join conversations about health and the importance of making time for self-care practice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent studies from Beyond Blue show that 1 in 8 men will experience depression, while 1 in 5 will experience anxiety at some stage in their lives, so it\u2019s never been more important for boys and men to find ways to effectively manage their health to improve their quality of life and a good self-care routine can go a long way in helping manage your day-to-day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This week, from the 13-19th of June is International Men\u2019s Health Week, so lets start a conversation together about why men need to give a sh*t about self-care.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com.au\/pin\/535787686929131592\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\" style=\"margin-top: 50px; margin-bottom: 50px; \" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3966781-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"man at corporate desk\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#What_exactly_is_self-care_and_why_is_it_important_for_men\" >What exactly is self-care and why is it important for men?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#So_how_should_you_practice_self-care\" >So, how should you practice self-care?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#De-stress_the_body_and_the_mind\" >De-stress the body and the mind:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#Boost_your_energy_and_mood\" >Boost your energy and mood:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#Feel_your_best\" >Feel your best:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#Open_up_with_a_good_chat\" >Open up with a good chat:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/mens-health-selfcare\/#Start_your_self-care_journey_today\" >Start your self-care journey today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_exactly_is_self-care_and_why_is_it_important_for_men\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exactly is self-care and why is it important for men?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-care is the process of taking care of yourself in the effort to <\/span><b>improve health and wellbeing in all areas: mental, physical, sexual, even spiritual health.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It could be a phone call to a friend or a daily walk in nature, for other people it might be a 5 minute meditation practice or monthly massage to help de-stress. The important thing to remember is that a self-care practice isn\u2019t one-size-fits-all, it just needs to be a few different things you can incorporate into your day, week or month that you know will make you feel good.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many men, looking at self-care as a simple addition to a daily routine can help to normalise prioritising these feel good practices (that might feel a bit strange at first). And the benefits are undeniable, from heightened appreciation for hobbies, better physical health and stronger bonds and relationships.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"attachment_40236\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40236\" class=\"wp-image-40236 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"sam levi mindfulness\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-140x140.jpg 140w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-1000x1000.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/286867150_401987805207168_3690502363232768072_n.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-40236\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Ce2l6Z_MF-E\/\">@getblys<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_how_should_you_practice_self-care\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how should you practice self-care? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We asked Married at First Sight\u2019s Samuel Levi how he practises his own self-care routine. As he tells Blys,\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFor me, I practise self-care in many different forms, depending where I am, and who I am with. My most common practises would be lighting a candle, and sitting in my thoughts for 10 mins with no distractions focusing on breathing. Another one I tend to do, and is easier with a busy schedule is set a 10min break aside for a coffee\/tea use no cell phone and just enjoy my own company\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Blys, we\u2019ve got a few activities and treatments that are great for the practice of self-care: <\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com.au\/pin\/535787686929131592\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\" style=\"margin-top: 50px; margin-bottom: 50px; \" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-ryutaro-tsukata-5473182-1-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"man getting shoulder massage\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"De-stress_the_body_and_the_mind\"><\/span><b>De-stress the body and the mind:\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a massage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, whether it be remedial, sports or even hot stone, is a great way to de-stress both the body and the mind. Physically, a massage reduces muscle tension and provides pain relief, but the physical works in conjunction with the mental as well. Massage is known for reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as providing a boost to both energy and motivation. What better way to fill your self-care quota than to indulge in a muscle and mind relaxing massage?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the best part is, your self-care routine doesn\u2019t have to leave the comfort of your home, with Blys bringing the massage therapists straight to you! So if the thought of going to the spa stresses you out, you don\u2019t have to worry.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com.au\/pin\/535787686929131592\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" style=\"margin-top: 50px; margin-bottom: 50px; \" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109154-1-1024x683-1.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109154-1-1024x683-1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109154-1-1024x683-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109154-1-1024x683-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109154-1-1024x683-1-900x600.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"Mobile Massage Therapist\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_your_energy_and_mood\"><\/span><b>Boost your energy and mood: <\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for something in your day to make you feel relaxed and full of beans at the same time?\u00a0 Exercise is the answer! At Blys, we\u2019ve got <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/blys-telehealth\/digital-pt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal trainers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/yoga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">yoga<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/pilates\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pilates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> classes all available at the click of a button. You can even book an in-home physiotherapist if you have specific goals or pain you\u2019re looking to manage.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com.au\/pin\/535787686929131592\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\" style=\"margin-top: 50px; margin-bottom: 50px; \" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pexels-engin-akyurt-3356174-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"man getting haircut\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feel_your_best\"><\/span><b>Feel your best:\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin, hair and nail health is just as important as any other physical part of self-care, and is said to boost your mood and provide some much needed self-love. 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