Whether you’re honing your bread-baking and whipped-coffee skills or you’re just trying to take it day by day, these weird times have definitely given us a new perspective. And with a new perspective comes new ways of working, interacting and going about our daily lives. Here, all the most essential items our editors have kept on hand during this at-home quarantine.
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6 Editors on Their Must-Have Items for At-Home Quarantine
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1. Iced Coffee, A Yoga Mat And Toilet Spray
“The thing I miss most about my daily routine is sipping iced coffee on my way into the office. Instead, I’ve replaced it with some home-poured iced coffee that’s available in most grocery stores. I add a bit of almond milk and feel tinge of normalcy as I sit down to my laptop. I’ve also been working out from home, so I bought this pretty yoga mat for my online pilates and core classes. Since I’m living at my parents’ home right now, I’m also sharing a bathroom, which means common courtesy is of the utmost importance. Having a bottle of Air Wick V.I.P. Pre-Poop Spray with essential oils is necessary. Just three sprays in the toilet bowl before you go, and all odors are eliminated, leaving behind a fresh scent of lemon and citrus.” –Roberta Fiorito, Editor
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2. Sour Gummies, The Sims 4 And A Produce Subscription Box
“I’ve been craving vegetables and getting them delivered as a CSA-style box from Misfits Market, which is great because it balances out my other craving—sour gummies. Yes, I did order two pounds of sour gummies from a local Swedish candy store. No, I don’t feel ashamed. I’ve found on the weekends, it’s easy to fall into a panic if I have nothing to keep me occupied, so I’ve been playing The Sims, my favorite childhood computer game. It soothes the soul.” –Katherine Gillen, Associate Food Editor
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3. Ankle Weights And An Embroidery Kit
“I need something to keep my hands busy (and to calm my mind), so this needlepoint kit from Etsy has been my go-to. And these Bala Bangles ankle weights make me feel like the 25 steps I’m getting a day are really counting.” –Candace Braun Davidson, Executive Editor
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4. Root Touch-up Spray, Natural Deodorant And A Polaroid Camera
“This easy-to-use root touch-up spray from Oribe has saved my color since I haven’t been to the salon in quite some time. I’m also experimenting with Corpus natural deodorant because now is as good of a time as ever to make the switch, amiright? Also, this is a little cheesy, but I've been trying to take one photo each day to document this time in quarantine. This Instax camera has been helping to provide perspective and I think it will be cool to look back at the collection once this is over.” –Angela Pares, Editorial Director
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5. Nail Polish And Comfy Slippers
“I’ve been wearing slippers a lot (no surprise there), and these ones from UGG are my favorite, since I like ones that fit more like socks rather than a moccasin with a hard-soled bottom. I’ve also been using Olive and June nail polish, specifically the color ‘EC.’ It’s a barely-there sheer that has a special ingredient complex for healthy strong nails.” –Rachel Gulmi, Associate Managing Editor
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6. Weighted Blanket, Press-on Nails And Vitamin C Squalene Oil
“With all that’s going on right now, I’ve had a few restless nights. I started using a weighted blanket and it’s really helped me feel safe and secure and allowed me to get more shut-eye. And since I haven’t been able to get my bi-weekly gel manicures, I’ve been using these press-on jelly nails from Kiss. I might even make the permanent switch! The result looks like a $50 manicure for less than $10. Lastly, while I’ve been staying away from makeup, this Vitamin C Squalene oil from Biossance has been a skin savior that’s kept my complexion bright, hydrated and even-toned.” –Sarah Vazquez, Audience Development Editor