10 Relaxation Tools You Didn’t Even Know You Needed

My family made fun of me when I told them I bought an eyeball massager, then they tried it and stopped laughing. If you deal with any sort of tension headaches, this little gadget is a lifesaver. It uses heat and compression to relieve eye strain and relax tension headaches.

If you want a low-tech way to relax your facial muscles, this face mask is the way to go. It can be used for hot or cold therapy and is a great natural treatment for tension headaches and sinus pain. This comes with a washable cover too so it's easy to keep clean.

Ever since my c-section with my twins I've joked that I wanted the leg compression massagers they use in the hospital. My legs often ache at the end of the day so when I got these as a Christmas gift one year it was the perfect way to relax at the end of the day. These may look a bit funny while they are on but it's like having a full leg massage and they are perfect for fixing aching legs while you watch TV at night.

If you are a fan of acupressure, this is a great way to enjoy all the same benefits at home. This mat is easy to use at the end of the day and it is a great option if you don't have time for a formal acupressure appointment.

Sometimes you just need a great deep tissue massage. This deep tissue massage gun makes it easy to get one at home. Use it on yourself or convince someone else to use it on your back. This is a great tool for relaxation when you need to break up some knots in your muscles.

This is one of my favorite herbal teas. Even if you aren't a huge herbal tea fan, this one tastes great and is perfect with just a bit of honey at night before bed. I really notice a difference when I enjoy this at night and it's a great way to distract me from those late-night snacks that maybe don't have very many health benefits.

I'm a big fan of using stress balls when you need to work out some excess nervous energy during the day. These motivational stress balls have great messages on them to remind you to focus on the positives.

I've used these stress-relieving gummies for several years and they really seem to make a difference on days that feel a bit too heavy. I really love the texture of these too, which is a nice bonus. These contain Ashwagandha, an herb that has been used for thousands of years to promote relaxation. Check out our full review here.

Sometimes you need a bit of relaxation but don't have time for a long bath. This shower steamer set with Eucalyptus is a fantastic way to relax at the end of the day.

One of my kids bought one of these for me years ago. I thought it was a sweet gift at a time but soon realized that my kids loved to play with it. Win-win. Who wants to give mom a back massage?