We are living in very weird times.

In the middle of March, we were all asked to practice social distancing and quarantine in our homes, which meant the responsibility of grooming yourself fell completely into your hands. Some states have reopened in phases, allowing you to return to salons only if you wear a face mask. Some reopened too early and quickly had to backpedal. If you've been sick, are high risk, or live with someone who is high risk, you still shouldn't be venturing out of your house.

I’ve always been a huge proponent of at-home self-care (mostly because trips to the salon requires some serious cash), so here are a few ways you can treat yourself from the comfort of your home, from practicing nail art to trying on new face masks (the other kind). Throw on a robe, start a bath, and play that next episode of whatever you're binging right now.

For more advice, check out our guide for staying calm during quarantine. We also have tips on how to work out at home and how to set up a home office.

Updated for July 2020: We've added a few more items, like nail stickers, a jade roller, a Theragun, and an acupressure mat.

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Taking Care of Your Hands and Nails

You're probably washing your hands excessively right now (you should be!). That might be drying out your skin though, so you should follow up with a moisturizer. Neutrogena's Norwegian Formula Hand Cream is a favorite among some WIRED staffers.

De-Stress With a Manicure

With all that extra time spent on your hands, don't forget about your nails. There are a lot of pre-packaged manicure tool kits you can get to keep your nails looking clean—but you probably don’t need them. They often include a bunch of products you likely won’t use. Instead, get yourself the basic tools: clippers, a file, and a buffer.

I know it’s tempting to cut and push those cuticles, but you should refrain from it as you can introduce bacteria and get it infected. Try a cuticle oil and keep your hands moisturized to avoid cracking.

As for clippers, I'm a huge fan of the Green Bell G-1008 because they're sharp, sturdy, and will last a long time. The only downside: there’s no built-in tool for cleaning out under your nails if they get grimy. A simple nail brush will do the trick.

And if you're looking for a good nail file, an emery board is the most common and they're pretty cheap. These ones from Tropical Shine and Beauty Secrets should suffice. Professional nail techs recommend crystal or metal files since they are easier to clean. I prefer crystal over metal, like this ASP file from Sally's.

Buffers smooth your nails and make them shiny, which is a nice touch to an at-home manicure. I like this one from Tropical Shine, but try to only use it once a month so you don't accidentally wear down your nails.