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Wind down with these stress-relieving goods from local shops and makers


Let’s be real: Life can be exhausting. Sometimes, you just want to lay back, kick your feet up and relax. Luckily, local shops and markets are filled with soothing accessories, teas, home goods and beauty products to add to your relaxation station. Shop these items for at-home stress-relief.


Cynthea Corfah
Cynthea Corfah is a multimedia journalist, community builder and passionate eczema advocate. As a true arts lover and "Essence" contributor, she has interviewed music stars like Coi Leray, captured the energy of epic Boiler Room DJ sets and profiled influential fashion designers. Through partnerships with brands like Pfizer and WebMD, she sparks honest and impactful conversations about life with eczema and promotes inclusive skin representation.