The Wellness Shop

Your next small act
of self-care.

Useful everyday favorites, chosen to make self-care feel simple and within reach. Explore accessible options for active days, desk breaks, and a little time to unwind.

Find your favorites ↓
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01 / Essential oil favorites

Aromatherapy favorites

Six studio favorites, from bright citrus and refreshing mint to floral blends and familiar eucalyptus. Key essential oils highlight selected ingredients in each blend.

Read how I use NOW essential oils in massage sessions →

NOW Essential Oils Peaceful Sleep 1 fl oz · oil blend

Key essential oils
Lavender · Orange · Chamomile

NOW Essential Oils

Peaceful Sleep

Betsy’s most-used essential oil blend, chosen for its peaceful, relaxed atmosphere and cozy evening feel.

1 fl oz · oil blend

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NOW Essential Oils Muscle Zen 1 fl oz · oil blend

Key essential oils
Blue tansy · Peppermint · Eucalyptus

NOW Essential Oils

Muscle Zen

Betsy’s current second-most-used blend. A studio favorite during bodywork, with refreshing minty notes and a warm, spicy character.

1 fl oz · oil blend

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NOW Essential Oils Smiles for Miles 1 fl oz · oil blend

Key essential oils
Orange · Bergamot · Grapefruit

NOW Essential Oils

Smiles for Miles

My go-to citrus blend for a bright, cheerful atmosphere, with soft warm-spice notes.

1 fl oz · oil blend

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NOW Essential Oils Mental Focus 1 fl oz · oil blend

Key essential oils
Peppermint · Lemon · Wintergreen

NOW Essential Oils

Mental Focus

A refreshing mint-and-citrus blend with wintergreen notes. A studio favorite when I want a crisp, lively atmosphere.

1 fl oz · oil blend

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NOW Essential Oils Eucalyptus 1 fl oz · essential oil

Key essential oils
Eucalyptus globulus

NOW Essential Oils

Eucalyptus

A comforting winter favorite in the studio. Betsy loves its familiar, refreshing essential oil notes.

1 fl oz · essential oil

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Illustrative Peppermint self-care setting

Key essential oils
Peppermint

NOW Essential Oils

Peppermint

A summer favorite with fresh, crisp mint notes for a bright, refreshing atmosphere.

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1 fl oz · essential oil

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02 / Topical products

Everyday topical favorites.

Explore convenient gel, roll-on, and magnesium spray formats from familiar brands. Follow each product’s label when choosing what fits your routine.

Biofreeze Professional Gel 4 fl oz · gel · menthol 5%
Biofreeze

Biofreeze Pain Relief Gel

A cooling topical analgesic gel for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint aches, including simple backache, strains and sprains. Choose the gel when you prefer to spread the product by hand.

4 fl oz · gel · menthol 5%

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Biofreeze Professional Roll-On 3 fl oz · roll-on · menthol 5%
Biofreeze

Biofreeze Targeted Roll-On

Cooling menthol pain relief in a targeted roll-on format for minor muscle and joint aches. Roll directly onto the area without spreading the product with your hands. Follow the label, including washing hands after use.

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3 fl oz · roll-on · menthol 5%

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NOW Solutions Magnesium Topical Spray, 8 fl oz

Key ingredients
Water · Magnesium chloride

NOW Solutions

Magnesium Topical Spray

For an easy wind-down after an active day or a long day on your feet. This two-ingredient magnesium chloride spray can be massaged into clean, dry skin or used in a relaxing foot soak according to NOW’s directions. Betsy’s first-choice magnesium selection.

One 8 fl oz bottle · topical spray

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Illustrative Pain Relief Patch self-care setting

Key ingredients
Menthol 3% · Methyl salicylate 10%

Salonpas

Pain Relief Patch

A leave-on option for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, including simple backache, strains and bruises. Choose a patch when you prefer a wearable format instead of spreading on a gel. Wear for up to 12 hours as directed.

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One pack · 20 patches

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Bath & aftercare

Evening wind-down.

Comforting bath favorites and an evening spray to bring a little extra calm to your wind-down routine.

Dr. Teal’s Melatonin Sleep Soak

Key ingredients
Epsom salt · Melatonin · Lavender · Chamomile

Dr. Teal’s

Melatonin Sleep Soak

Make a warm bath part of your evening wind-down. This lavender-and-chamomile selection is an easy choice when you want a quiet moment at the end of the day.

One bag · bath soak

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Dr. Teal’s Melatonin Foaming Bath

Key ingredients
Melatonin · Lavender · Chamomile

Dr. Teal’s

Melatonin Foaming Bath

For people who love a bath with bubbles. A lavender-and-chamomile foaming bath makes an everyday soak feel a little more comforting.

One bottle · foaming bath

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Dr. Teal’s Melatonin Sleep Spray

Key ingredients
Melatonin · Lavender · Chamomile

Dr. Teal’s

Melatonin Sleep Spray

A lavender-and-chamomile spray to add a comforting finishing touch to your evening routine. A simple way to make your wind-down feel a little more relaxing.

One bottle · evening spray

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After an active day

Make time to unwind.

Single-bag selections for a warm bath after workouts, desk days, and everything in between.

Illustrative Arnica Body Relief Soak self-care setting

Key ingredients
Epsom salt · Arnica · Menthol · Eucalyptus

Dr. Teal’s

Arnica Body Relief Soak

A warm-bath option after a workout, a long shift, or a busy day on your feet. Choose this blend when you enjoy menthol and eucalyptus in your bath routine.

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One 3 lb bag · bath soak

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Illustrative Rosemary & Mint Soak self-care setting

Key ingredients
Epsom salt · Rosemary · Spearmint · Peppermint

Dr. Teal’s

Rosemary & Mint Soak

Fresh herbal and mint notes for a warm soak after an active day. A useful everyday choice for athletes, desk workers, and anyone ready to slow down.

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One 3 lb bag · bath soak

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Dr. Teal’s Restorative Minerals Soak

Key ingredients
Magnesium · Potassium · Zinc

Dr. Teal’s

Restorative Minerals Soak

A mineral bath selection for a little time to yourself after a demanding day. This single bag is a convenient way to try a new addition to your bath routine.

One 3 lb bag · bath soak

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03 / Self-care tools

A little support for your routine.

Explore a collection of therapy balls, a softer air-filled option, or a simple stretch strap.

Read my Tune Up Fitness self-care guide →

Tune Up Fitness Roll Model® Starter Kit Self-care tools
Tune Up Fitness

Roll Model® Starter Kit

Several therapy-ball sizes in a carry tote. A practical option if you want a collection rather than a single tool.

Self-care tools

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Tune Up Fitness Coregeous® Ball Self-care tools
Tune Up Fitness

Coregeous® Ball

An air-filled ball to compare with firmer self-massage tools. Ask during a session if you would like guidance choosing a tool.

Self-care tools

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Tune Up Fitness Double Loop Stretch Strap Self-care tools
Tune Up Fitness

Double Loop Stretch Strap

A portable looped strap for a stretching routine suited to your needs and comfort.

Self-care tools

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04 / Sleep & comfort

Make room for comfort.

MedCline is a brand I recommend in my practice. I’ve owned my MedCline pillow for years, and it has held its shape and continued to work well for me. Clients have also shared enthusiastic feedback with me about the comfort of their pillows.

Founded by physician Dr. Carl Melcher, MedCline grew out of his search for a better sleep solution. The Shoulder Relief System is eligible under most HSA/FSA plans; check your plan’s coverage before purchasing.

Read my five-year MedCline Shoulder Relief System review →

MedCline Shoulder Relief System Sleep & comfort
MedCline

Shoulder Relief System

For side sleepers whose lower shoulder feels achy under pressure. The wedge and arm pocket create space for your lower arm, helping take pressure off the downside shoulder while the body pillow supports a comfortable resting position.

Sleep & comfort

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MedCline Cooling Body Pillow Sleep & comfort
MedCline

Cooling Body Pillow

A curved body pillow with a cool-touch cover and adjustable shredded memory-foam fill. A cozy option for side sleepers who prefer a cooler-feeling fabric.

Sleep & comfort

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MedCline Side Sleeping Pillow Sleep & comfort
MedCline

Side Sleeping Pillow

A standalone head pillow designed for side sleepers, with contoured head and neck support and a cooling layer on one side. Use it on its own or with a MedCline sleep system.

Sleep & comfort

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A little guidance

Find what fits your routine.

Explore the blog for more on the products and routines discussed in the studio.

Shopping questions

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How do I choose a self-care tool?

Compare the size, firmness, and intended use. If you are a guest at the studio, ask during your session about a tool suited to your routine.