16 Best Beauty Tools to Nail an At-Home Solo Spa Day, All Under $250
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When you're stressed, sad, or just need to chill, sometimes the answer is an at-home spa day! And if you're looking for the best beauty tools to create your own serene space from the comfort of home, then you've come to the right place.
Self-care comes in so many different forms. Some people might choose journaling as their preferred method of shutting out the world; others might turn to napping or snuggling with your pets for a cozy pick-me-up. And, of course, there is also something very much so restorative about an at-home spa day — a day where the only thing on the agenda is a cozy robe, a little aromatherapy, and lots of quality rest and relaxation time with yourself, especially if you can't shake off a pesky thought or get rid of the anxiety that's weighing you down.
A little self-pampering can go a long way, and it does not have to be expensive, either. Of course, you can prep a perfect relaxing spa environment with sheet masks, peels, a mani/pedi, or a long bubble bath, but if you really want to up the ante and treat yourself with extra TLC, you can also channel your inner esthetician or massage therapist with an at-home beauty tool that will take self-pampering to the next level.
Go ahead, take the day off, and test out some of the best at-home skin care devices and beauty tools we've handpicked for you below, which will turn your daily routine into an experience.
Does your hair feel extra dry, dull, and lifeless? Your shower water could be to blame! A filtering shower head helps clear minerals and chlorine that might strip your hair and skin. This isn't quite an at-home spa device, but it will make a big impact to your beauty routine in the long run.
Enhance your next Everything Shower with this convenient, long-handled body brush, which makes getting your back and shoulders squeaky-clean and smooth a little easier. It's also a great option for anyone dealing with bacne!
TheraFace's massager isn't just for reducing tightness and tension in your face. It promises to also provide skin care benefits thanks to three colors of LED light. Treat acne and fight fine lines and wrinkles with one attachment, then swap it out for a deep, relaxing percussive massage.
The Dr. Dennis Gross LED mask is the gold standard and a big celeb favorite, but its $455 price tag is more than a little intimidating. If you're curious about light therapy for skin care, Skin Gym's Wrinklit LED Mask is a great choice to test the waters. Blue light helps reduce acne, red light helps calm redness and reduce wrinkles, and orange light brings out your glow. Besides, the selfie potential is limitless.
These metal globes don't just look cool; they're multifunctional facial tools that you can use in a variety of ways. Cool them down in the fridge or freezer to stimulate the skin or de-puff, or heat them up in a bowl of warm water for a relaxing massage. They're an inexpensive way to level up any at-home facial treatment.
Another great way to cool down stressed skin is with celebrity esthetician Sofie Pavitt's Nice Ice toner cubes. Pop the packets in your freezer for a few hours, then gently glide them across your skin to calm, soothe, and increase circulation. Niacinamide is intended to brighten, glycerin supports the skin barrier, and green tea and ashwagandha are for calming and protecting.
Your teeth need love, too! Colgate got in on the teeth whitening game with their LED device, which claims to remove up to 10 years of stains in just three days. The kit comes with a whitening pen and the LED device; just apply the serum to your teeth, then insert the LED device into your mouth and hang out for 10 minutes. After 10 days, you’ll see much brighter, whiter teeth.
OK, so it's not a fancy gadget with a USB charger and blue light therapy, but there's nothing like relaxing on the couch or in bed with an icy-cold gel eye mask across your lids. This reusable gel mask is so easy to use — just pop it in the fridge or freezer! It helps soothe puffy eyes after a late night and can also be helpful if you deal with headaches or migraines. Sometimes, simple hits the spot.
If you are dealing with a breakout or a nasty cyst that you just can't shrink, this handheld device uses light therapy to help shrink zits, blackheads, and whiteheads and takes just a few minutes to do its important work. It doesn't just clear up pimples; it also accelerates healing, reduces oil production, and helps visibly brighten your skin. See ya later, spots.
It's a classic for a reason. There's nothing better after a long day on your feet than slipping them into a warm, bubbling foot bath and washing all your cares away. Massage your soles with the jets, then scrub away any dry patches and callouses with a pumice stone. If you really want to lean into old-school at-home spa day techniques, slather your clean, dry feet with a heavy balm and slip on a pair of cotton socks to lock in the moisture overnight.
Microcurrent devices like the NuFACE are meant to help lift and contour your face both immediately and over time. All you have to do is apply a favorite serum and the included activator gel to your skin, then glide the device in sections for a specified amount of time. The NuFACE fits comfortably in your hand, and while you can sometimes feel the little microcurrents doing their lifting and toning work, it doesn't hurt. (The gel helps reduce the zapping feeling.)
Though you should absolutely see a professional for a real dermaplaning treatment, these simple tools can be useful for at-home exfoliation. The razor gently exfoliates the skin and removes peach fuzz on your face; many beauty fans swear by it as an essential first step for an even, smooth makeup application. (Be extra careful when using them on your face, however, as they aren't super aggressive but you can get cut!)
The Solawave 4-in-1 Facial Radiant Renewal Wand quickly became a runaway hit after a few strategic appearances in celebrity GRWM videos and lots of TikTok praise. The wand, which you use for just three minutes per day a few times a week, is a true multitasker. It helps fight acne, reduces puffiness, and fades dark spots.
Steam is an essential step in any thorough facial experience, whether you're at the spa or recreating the service at home. Gentle, calming, warm steam opens up your pores and helps products absorb better. (Just refrain from attempting extractions at home; that's a service best left to the pros.) Steam can also be beneficial when you're not feeling well; add an essential oil to help soothe stuffy sinuses.
The ultimate finishing touch after a long day of rest and relaxation? A salon-inspired blowout! Revlon's blowout brush is one of the most popular options in a crowded market because it's affordable and so easy to use.
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