HoMedics is where the heart is

When we're feeling the pressures of the season, taking a break for just a couple of minutes can rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit. And when stress really gets to us, we pull out one of our on-the-go massagers from HoMedics, Commerce Township, Mich.

Our favorite just may be the Atom ($9.99), a handheld massager that fits in the palm of your hand, with an ergonomic, egg-shaped design. It has three massage heads that glow as they provide positively charged energy for instant vibrating relief. The Atom comes in metallic red, blue, pink, and green, and really works out the kinks in the back, neck, and shoulders.

For a soft massage gentle enough for the face or other sensitive stress points, try the Puff Velvety Massager ($9.99). The plush, pressure-activated, faux fur Puff is available in five fashionable colors: turquoise, pink, green, purple, and black.

The small, portable Spot Vibration Foot Massager ($9.99) is perfect for feet, although it can be employed for all-over body relief. The dome-shaped massager is made of cushy material that contains dozens of acupressure nodes to knead away knots, wherever they may be. Keep it under your desk and step on it to soothe aching feet or grab the built-in grip on the bottom for use in other areas. The Spot Massager can be found in turquoise, green, and purple.

At the end of the day, try the Massaging Slippers with Smart Foam ($24.99). Made with soft velour, they mold to the shape of your feet. An on/off switch operates the massage feature, and the soles are rubberized for safety. Available for men and women, the slippers require four AA batteries.

For more information on these and other personal care, health, and wellness products, visit www.homedics.com.

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