WASHINGTON — Just because we’re nearing the end of January doesn’t mean your resolutions should end too!
Even if you have struggled to keep them going, or decided to reassess and regroup, these nine products may help you elevate your health and wellness goals for 2024.... everything from sleep, exercise, wellness and a yummy treat!
Bell's Reines
Yes, I know I'm starting with a sweet treat, but improving health and wellness doesn't mean we have to give up everything that is yummy and delicious. It means making better-for-you choices.
"Life is sweet. Savor the small things" That is the motto of Bell's Reines, a Black women-owned and operated baking business. In fact they're a mother and daughter team!
Bell's Reines cookies are crafted using premium King Arthur flours, fairtrade certified chocolates from Peru and the Dominican Republic. They are baked in small batched for optimum freshness with no artificial preservatives or flavors.
Bell's Reines cookies come in flavors: Chocolate Chip, Butter, Double Choco Chip, Snickerdoodle, Oatmeal Raisin, Lemon, and Matcha White Chip
There are gluten free and vegan alternatives also!
Learn more about the ladies behind Bell's Reines on their website!
Alright now that we've got our delicious prize insight, let's talk about one of the most important things our body needs for optimal wellness… SLEEP!
The quantity AND quality of your sleep is important to your health. According to the Sleep Foundation, nearly half of all Americans feel sleepy during the day between three and seven days per week. The culprit? Inadequate sleep.
Here are some cool products that may help you relax and get a better night's sleep.
Eyeris 1 Eye Massager
Ahhhhh! Who's ready to relax after staring at your computer screen all day?
This is my new favorite gadget... the Eyeris 1 Eye Massager! It's like having a face massage in the comfort of your own home!
The Eyeris Eye Massager is designed to help relieve eye strain, puffiness, and dry eyes after a long day of work or study.
It has Bluetooth so you can connect it to your smartphone to listen to your favorite music. Plus, heating pads that help relax the muscles around your eyes!
Renpho says the benefits of the eye massager included relieving headaches and eye strain, alleviates eye puffiness and dry eyes, reduces dark circles under your eyes and much more.
Zoey Curve Pillow
I know I have featured this pillow before... but I had to add it back on this list. I have been using the Zoey Curve Pillow for over 2 years now and I love it! I start sleeping on my side and end up on my back and the pillow goes along for the ride!
Whether you’re a side, back, or stomach sleeper, the Zoey Sleep signature Curve Pillow is fully adjustable to provide a firm or comfy feel. Its curved design contours to your shoulder, centering your head on the pillow, keeping your spine aligned so you don’t wake up with back or neck pain.
Zoey Sleep offers many other sleep items as well, like a weighted blanket and mattress topper!
Manta Sleep Mask
Once your relaxed and your head hits the pillow it's light's out! The Manta Sleep Mask can help you deepen your slumber so you feel revived in the morning.
This mask provides 100% blackout for maximized sleep quality! Just a pinprick of light can disrupt REM and deep sleep, leading to post-sleep tiredness. That’s why Manta perfectly covers and conforms to the eyes to block 100% of light, even in broad daylight.
The eye covers' position, angle and strap tightness are adjustable so you can get a personalized-for-your-face fit. What I like even more about the Manta Sleep Mask is it conforms around my eye but it's not putting pressure on my eyelids or my eyelashes, so it's super comfy.
Retails for $35 on Amazon and at mantasleep.com
Vitapod
OK! Now that we've got our sleep covered let's tackle the rest of the day and other wellness goals.
I want to share with you one of my most favorite new products (well, new to me!)
Vitapod supercharges your tap water with essential vitamins, minerals, and polyphenols to increase your daily nutrition. They are sealed in small, recyclable pods that you pop into the lid of your Vitapod Go water bottle, twist and shake! They contain no sugar or artificial sweeteners and each pod contains only 8 calories.
Choose from sugar-free flavors like Blackberry Mint, Watermelon, and Peach Iced Tea for a delectable swap without the guilt.
Learn more at www.vitapodworld.com
Alpha Skin Care Essential Renewal Lotion
Let's keep going with the good-for-us stuff! We're getting nutrients inside our bodies but we can't forget about taking care of our skin on the outside.
Alpha Skin Care has been creating simple, effective skincare for over 30 years. They have something for many different skin care needs.
I like Alpha Skin Care's Essential Renewal lotion. A must for healthy, younger-looking skin, this lotion is formulated with 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) to gently release dead skin cells revealing.
Glycolic AHA is an ingredient derived from natural sugar cane which helps reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles for a younger-looking you. Glycolic AHAs work naturally to gently lift away dead skin cells so new healthy skin can emerge and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Vitamins and nutrients moisturize and soothe your skin while anti-aging ingredients work to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
You can find Alpha Skin Care's products on Amazon.
Pure Brazilian Hair Care
Ohhh our hair! I bet you are feeling the effects of the cold, dry winter air on your hair like I am!
I've been using Pure Brazilian's hair care products which has helped bring back some moisture and shine to my dull locks!
This gift set will help you stay frizz-free, provide shine, lock in moisture and guards against styling damage.
It includes Anti Frizz Serum leave-in treatment, a Deep Conditioning Masque, a salt-free, anti-frizz shampoo that is gentle enough for daily use and a Keratin and Cocoa Seed Butter Anti-frizz Conditioner.
These hair essentials have a special formulation of minimal chemicals to give maximum results. Hair color pops, as cuticles are sealed with moisture.
You can find this gift set and more about Pure Brazilian on Amazon.
Medical Scrubs Collection Infinity Footwear
Also, we can't forget to get our steps in!! Might as well be comfortable and fashionable while we do it!
Medical Scrubs Collection Infinity Footwear Infinite Women's Work Shoes are engineered for even more comfort and cushioning. They feature extra-thick, feather-light AERON EVA midsoles and heel pads. They also have a lightweight mesh upper designed for maximum breathability.
Even better, these shoes feature certainty technology in the insole lining to reduce odor-causing bacteria!
You can find them in a variety of colors and sizes at Medical Scrubs Collection.
PURGGO Car Air Eco-Purifier & Freshener
Who doesn't want their car to smell fresh?
You can freshen up your ride with the minimalistic and all-natural PURGGO car air eco-purifier & freshener!
It's made with pure and sustainable natural bamboo charcoal, which absorbs & eliminates odor instead of masking it. Fragrance- & allergen-free, the PURGGO is all-natural, non-toxic, and 100% asthma and allergy friendly.
it hangs discreetly from the headrest in your car. It's chemical-free! PURGGO contains no fragrance, no plastic, no chemicals. PURGGO is healthy and safe for you, your kids, and your pets.
Even better is PURGGO can be used for more than 365 days, while common car fresheners only last up to 45 days. Save your time and money. Say NO to pricey refills.