Because real rest isn’t always aesthetic—and burnout doesn’t care about your skincare routine.
If you’ve ever felt exhausted even after a bubble bath and a green smoothie, you’re not alone. Self-care has become a buzzword, a marketing hook, and sometimes? A straight-up lie.
At Explicit Essentials, we’re not here for the fluffy, performative version of wellness. We're here for the real self-care—the kind that lets you rest without guilt, say no without apology, and take care of your body without burning out trying to be some TikTok version of “zen.”
So let’s get into it. Here are 5 self-care myths that are secretly keeping you in survival mode—and how to break up with every single one of them.
🚫 Myth #1: Self-Care = Spa Days Only
The truth: It’s not just about candles and cucumbers on your eyes.
Yes, soaking in the tub (with our bath salts, obviously 💅) can be self-care—but if that’s the only thing you’re doing to take care of yourself, you’re probably still running on empty.
Real self-care might look like:
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Setting boundaries
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Saying “no” without explaining
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Going to bed at 9pm
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Logging off social
🚫 Myth #2: If It’s Not Pretty, It Doesn’t Count
The truth: You don’t need an aesthetic bathroom to feel good.
Forget what the #SelfCareSunday posts told you—taking care of yourself doesn’t need to be photogenic. Whether you’re showering in a tiny apartment or journaling in sweats, your care counts.
Pro tip: Our shower steamers bring the spa vibes without needing a tub or the “perfect” bathroom setup.
🚫 Myth #3: Self-Care Is Selfish
The truth: Burnout isn’t noble. It’s destructive.
This is the one we hate the most. Society taught us that taking time for ourselves is indulgent, even lazy. Nope. Hard pass.
Rest is productive. Pleasure is radical. And showing up for yourself first isn’t selfish—it’s strategy.
Try this: Make your shower your sanctuary. Use your body scrub to exfoliate stress while you mentally unsubscribe from all the BS.
🚫 Myth #4: You Have to Earn Your Rest
The truth: You do not have to hustle 24/7 to deserve a break.
You’re allowed to rest before you’re falling apart. You don’t need to hit a wall or cry in the shower to justify slowing down.
Let’s normalize:
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Resting without earning it
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Taking mental health days
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Using body lotion just because it feels good
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Buying yourself a gift box because you f*cking can
🚫 Myth #5: More Products = More Peace
The truth: You don’t need a 20-step routine—you need intentional tools.
Self-care isn’t about collecting jars. It’s about ritual. It’s about slowing down, tuning in, and choosing what actually supports your well-being.
That’s why every Explicit Essentials product is:
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Made in small batches by badass women
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Designed for busy babes who crave simplicity
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Intentional AF—because you don’t need more, you need better
🖤 Final Word: Real Self-Care Is a Rebellion
You don’t need permission. You don’t need perfection.
You just need space to breathe—and a few Explicit Essentials to help you come home to yourself.