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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Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Despite the ominous warning, French’s TikTok is mostly framed as a form of self-care.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
Consciously choosing the design of this polish, applying it calmly, and visualizing your wishes for the new year transforms the manicure into an act of self-care and manifestation.
—Andrea Carbajal, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
As customization and wellness combine in personal rituals and self-care, such as skincare routines and makeup applications, bathroom storage is also evolving to meet individual needs.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Self-care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-care. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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self-care
noun
: care for oneself : self-treatment
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