My Favorite Pandemic Purchases

Oh hey there! It's been awhile since I've hit publish on a blog since I've been sharing The Balancing Effect Podcast every week instead (feel free to check that out!) I thought about making this blog post a podcast episode but honestly I felt like you needed the visuals to get the full effect LOL. We are heading into month 7 of this pandemic (how???) and so I wanted to share some things that I've purchased during this whacky time that have brought me small doses of joy. Nothing crazy or groundbreaking about these purchases, they have just either been fun finds or new discoveries! 

Melissa Wood Health Subscription

I haven't been to a studio or gym since March, and honestly it has really been taking a toll on my mental health. There's nothing I love more than sweating with a huge group of people with music blasting. Ugh. So instead of my usual routine, I've been running outside A TON and also doing Melissa Wood Health workouts. The subscription is only $10 a month and she has so many great videos on there! From yoga to pilates and barre...it's truly a great selection. Would highly recommend! 

Blackhead Vacuum

Yes, this is exactly what it sounds like and yes, it's pretty gross, but holy moly if my skin has never looked better!!! This $40 Amazon find is a freakin' gem. 

Artificial Eucalyptus

We can't have real plants in our house because our cat Goose eats them all, so I bought some fake eucalyptus sprigs to put in vases around the house and they are so cute! 

Aromatherapy Incense Sticks

Is there anything better than a house that smells good? I've been burning candles and lighting incense like crazy around here, and I've been very into these incense sticks. 

PURA D’OR Organic Castor Oil

If anyone needs help with hair growth, this is your holy grail product! I put this on my eyebrows and eyelashes every evening before bed and have seen such a huge difference.

ZAFUL Two Piece Swimsuit

Disco Ball

I will never be that person who spends a shit ton of money of bikinis. Truly it doesn't make sense to me. Recently I tossed a ton of my old bathing suits that I've had forever and replaced them with some new pieces. I was skeptical about buying bathing suits from Amazon at first because of quality concerns, but these Zaful suits are super cozy and affordable! I bought two. 

Capri Blue Candle

Have I mentioned I've been lighting candles like crazy lately? This is my absolute favorite new scent and I wish I could smell it 24/7. 

Yep, I bought a cheap disco ball to display in my home office and honestly, you need one too. 

Nespresso Essenza Mini Original Espresso Machine

I bought this espresso machine for Albert for his birthday and honestly it feels like a gift for me too LOL. There's nothing better than having a cup of espresso around 4pm while lounging in your reading chair. 

I know this year has been extremely trying for everyone. These items have been little rays of sunshine in the gloomy raincloud that has been 2020. What are the best things you've purchased during the pandemic? I want to know!