23 Beauty Products I Turn to Whenever I'm Feeling Out of Sorts

Some beauty products fill me with total, unadulterated joy. In fact, whenever I need a little boost in spirits, beauty is the first thing I turn to. And it sounds shallow, I know, but it really does work for me. When I start the day on a downer, there are very few things that can actually improve my mood. I mean, a slice of freshly-baked Victoria sponge and a cup of tea can only keep me content for so long. And I'm not one of those people that can power through a situation regardless of their mood, either. If I'm sad, anxious, grumpy or just plain angry, it's an all-encompassing sort of situation.

I have found that over the years, the way that I'm feeling has a lot to do with how I'm treating myself. With a solid beauty routine being one of the easiest ways to show yourself some love, I've spent a lot of time honing quick, no-fuss beauty rituals that guarantee to get me out of a funk. It sounds extra, I know, but for me, it honestly works.

For instance, I know that when I'm struggling to sleep, reaching for my This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray and a Spacemask will have me out like a light. If I'm feeling anxious, I know my go-to Aromatherapy Associates Revive Bath Oil and Omorovicza Gold Sugar Body Scrub will calm my mind, at least for a few minutes.

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But while sleep-inducing and anti-anxiety beauty products are by far two of the most well-known sections of the mood-shifting beauty market, that's not to say it stops there. Whether I'm feeling frustrated, stressed, forlorn or just plain down in the dumps, there's a product out there for me. 

And sadly, now more so than ever, without the option of blowing off some steam with an outdoor run or a visit to a friend, I've found myself turning to my trusty mood-boosting beauty products more so than ever. From zingy hand creams to cooling face masks, keep scrolling to discover the most emotionally uplifting beauty products around.

To Cheer Me Up

To Energise

To Relax

To Empower

For Comfort

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Freelance Beauty Editor

Shannon Lawlor is a renowned beauty journalist and has contributed to Who What Wear’s beauty content since 2020. As a leading beauty editor, expert and brand consultant, she has over eight years of experience working for some of the industry’s most esteemed titles, including Who What Wear (of course), Glamour UK, Stylist, Refinery29 and Fabulous.

Having also worked behind the scenes with some of the industry’s biggest brands and retailers, Shannon has a unique insight into what people really want from their beauty routines. Understanding that beauty lovers seek honest, open and responsible advice, she has it made her mission to demystify the intimidating world of beauty, taking a no-frills approach to the most relatable topics.

While Shannon is the first to admit she doesn’t hold the answer to every beauty question out there, she is dedicated to sharing her expert insights in a bid to help. As a self-proclaimed lazy girl, Shannon has an affinity for easy-to-use, foolproof beauty products and has made it her mission to scope out the best of the best.

When she’s not working, Shannon is likely soaking in the bath or giving no-holds-barred beauty reviews on Instagram from her bathroom floor.