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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More than just a relaxing self-care ritual, sheet masks promote deeper penetration of your skincare, and regular sheet masking confers long-term benefits for your skin.
—Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 12 July 2024
Depending on the cause and severity of elbow pain, management options range from self-care measures to medical interventions.
—Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 12 July 2024
These conditions can lead to difficulty with self-care tasks, such as eating or shaving.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
Elevate your self-care routine with a touch of teeth whitening, ensuring that your pearly whites shine with confidence and freshness.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024
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Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 12 July 2024
Depending on the cause and severity of elbow pain, management options range from self-care measures to medical interventions.
—Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 12 July 2024
These conditions can lead to difficulty with self-care tasks, such as eating or shaving.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
Elevate your self-care routine with a touch of teeth whitening, ensuring that your pearly whites shine with confidence and freshness.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024
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“Self-care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-care. Accessed 16 Jul. 2024.
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self-care
noun
: care for oneself : self-treatment
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