From humidfiers and air purifiers to cozy loungewear, these home finds will help make the inevitable sick day (or two!) more comfortable.
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No matter how hard you try to avoid getting sick, at some point it’s inevitable that you’ll come down with something, especially during flu season.
If that’s the case, it most likely means you’ll have to spend a few days at home recovering.
Aside from digging through your medicine cabinet and Postmating a bowl of chicken noodle soup, there are plenty of ways to make your recovery more comfortable.
We’ve rounded up essential home items to help you rest, recharge, and get through sick days a little more easily—whether you’re curled up in bed or lounging on the couch.
To ease cold symptoms, add a humidifier to your bedroom. Running one while you rest can help break up mucus, relieve a runny nose, and soothe a sore throat.
If your struggling with sinus issues, utilize aromatherapy and fill an essential oil diffuser with peppermint and eucalyptus scents. You can also apply some of the cold cream we found – which is made with menthol and magnesium – onto your chest for fast-acting congestion relief.
Cold? Nothing will warm you up quite like a hot tea (which you can make in seconds thanks to the electric kettle we found) and throwing on a cozy fleece robe like our pick from Leveret.
Since you’ll likely be spending a lot of time in bed or on your couch, you’ll want to make these spaces as comfy as possible.
A pair of matching pajamas will help you feel a more put together while a weighted blanket and eye mask are must-haves for midday naps.
Don’t wait until you’re sick to stock up on these home essentials. They’ll make sick days a bit more pleasant!
If you’re struggling with a runny nose, sore throat, or chest congestion, a humidifier will be your best friend.
This one has warm and cool mist options. And with a run time of over 40 hours, you’ll have one less reason to leave your bed.
This quilted weighted blanket is the key to achieving ultimate comfort thanks the soothing pressure it provides.
Choose from 22 colors and patterns. Available nine weights, from 7 to 30 pounds.
Keep your feet warm and toasty in these fuzzy slippers.
This pair features a sherpa-inspired lining and a checker print.
These hydrogel eye patches are the perfect self-care pick me up when you’re under the weather.
They deliver a cooling effect that feels so soothing, plus ingredients such as vitamin C and peptides help depuff and minimize dark circles.
We guarantee you’ll be living in this robe, even after you’ve made a full recovery.
It’s made from a micro fleece fabric that is as soft as it is warm.
This handmade soap is a great addition to your sick day shower routine.
That’s because it’s made with ingredients including eucalyptus, spearmint, peppermint, and menthol, which can help alleviate sinus pressure by opening up your airways.
Air purifiers are a must if you want to breathe (and sleep) easier, especially if you’re feeling under the weather.
This one is designed to remove dust, pollen, and other allergens within a 970 square-foot radius.
Staying hydrated is always important, but even more so when you’re sick.
This 40-ounce thermos will spare you from having to make constant trips to your fridge and will keep your water cold for up to 20 hours.
Not only with this aromatherapy diffuser provide sinus relief when paired with the right essential oils, it will also add some extra moisture into the air.
Pair the diffuser with this essential oil multi-pack, which includes scents such as eucalyptus, lemongrass, tea tree, and peppermint, all of which can help relieve sinuses.
If you’re sick, there’s a good chance you’re going to spend the entire day in pajamas (as you should), so why not make sure they’re cute?
This matching striped pair is soft, breathable, and will make you feel a bit more put together.
To alleviate sinus and chest congestion, apply this cream onto your chest, neck, temples, and nose.
Its shea butter base is infused with menthol crystals, relaxing magnesium, echinacea, and peppermint.
If you’re sick, you’re definitely taking a midday nap, which you means you definitely need this eye mask.
This one comes with cooling and heating gels that you can slide into the mask for some relaxing temperature therapy.
There’s nothing like a cup of warm tea to soothe your soul, especially if you’ve got a cold.
This electric tea kettle makes boiling water quick and simple.
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