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Halloween decor has infiltrated retail shelves, murdering our late-summer buzz.

11 SelfCare Essentials to Shop On Your Next Drugstore Run

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Apparently, fall reallyisjust around the corner, and even deep denial wont stop its arrival.

Yes, we said drugstore.

Think of it as the opposite of the beach, which sounds relaxing but is also a chore.

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The drugstore sounds like a chore but often ends up being a mood-booster.

And when life gets complicated, seeing Cherry Chapstick near the cash register offers a sense of timeless stability.

(Plus, a flavor that brings you right back to childhoodso comforting.)

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Part of the appeal is that the bar is low when it comes to expectations.

Plus, the herbal scent has notes of stress-reducing lavender.

SheaMoisture Coconut Hibiscus Body Lotion

A fresh bottle of body lotion is a self-care no-brainer.

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(Despite diligent SPF use, of course.)

Plus, it’s possible for you to grab one at the drugstore or thehardware store.

(Because sometimes a girl needs a screwdriver and a little aroma therapy.)

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Used regularly it can even help minimize fine lines and pores.

(Not that we dont also get Junior Mints too.)

Shea butter and the prebiotic oats the brand is known for get hands baby-smooth.

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Use it after cleansing and before you layer on your other skincare.

LOreal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion

The right radiance-boosting tinted moisturizer can just make life instantly better.

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