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THE LIST: Part 2 Waterless Beauty/Grooming Portable split are bars of cleansers, conditioners, shampoos...are handiest, easy to stow option for limited storage. The men's leaning best sellers from DUKE CANNON Supple Co. -includes retro cool packaging and nifty-gender neutral (imo) cologne bars. SOAPS FUUUNNN -come in a variety pack FAV Lush  makes a slew of vegan -cruelty free and effective options for head to toe washing-in addition to those practically collective bath bombs. A little cover-up gem-by indie beauty Blinking Owl Acres -is the holistic (best selling) non-toxic mineral foundation powder-one up-with organic moisturizers in its featherweight formula one can hike in (aka not cake-y)...plus imo-adds to sun block help with Zinc Oxide-Mica-Silk ingredients. A Better Sip: A best design winner -LARQ lightweight self cleaning water bottles have built in light zapping-that removes the odor causing bacteria + chlorine taste of drinking wate...

Wellness-and self-care might  be an updated re-hash of the 70's 'me -decade'...but an emphasis on the health part -is a good thing. Some Tips: A long weekend away-can do wonders... Maybe more costly than a stay-vacations (depending)-all encompassing-inclusive environments-that provide physical and mental nourishment...do not have to break the bank, either. Take advantage a the USA dollar strength vs the neighbor to the north's currency...at the wellness haven Le Monastère Des Augustines in Quebec. Set in a historic and cultural setting- this former cloister has been re-invented as a peaceful oasis for a wellness re-boot-with 33 'authentic' simple (but comfy' ) monastery rooms and 32 contemporary rooms available. Holistic-spa treatments , healthy cuisine, a wide range of daily activities (yoga -meditation, historic tours) included or not-depending on what package one wants. The Lodge at Woodloch is on many 'BEST OF' lists for its all in...