self-care
noun
: care for oneself
stroke victims capable of daily self-care
the necessity of busy working parents to take time for self-care
specifically
: health care provided by oneself often without the consultation of a medical professional
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are a common route for self-care, and consumers are eagerly using them … —
Alison Stein Wellner
—sometimes used before another noun Alison Stein Wellner At-home screening is one side of the burgeoning self-care movement … —Stephen Rae
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From massages that melt away tension and high-performance facial rituals that reveal radiant skin, to holistic therapies designed to renew every fiber of your being, the experience focuses on reconnecting with yourself and leisurely savoring the true art of self-care.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For individuals navigating this personally, setting limits around triggering situations is self-care, not avoidance.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026
Today is the last day to shop undergarments, accessories, self-care, and makeup all for under $25 with our promo codes.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
But also as promised, the show was all about joy, optimism and self-belief, and if her monologues occasionally veered into self-care exhortations, that was perfectly on brand as well.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For individuals navigating this personally, setting limits around triggering situations is self-care, not avoidance.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026
Today is the last day to shop undergarments, accessories, self-care, and makeup all for under $25 with our promo codes.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
But also as promised, the show was all about joy, optimism and self-belief, and if her monologues occasionally veered into self-care exhortations, that was perfectly on brand as well.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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“Self-care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-care. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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self-care
noun
: care for oneself : self-treatment
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