When you think of AI and ChatGPT, you probably think of tech companies, work, or science… But have you ever thought about using AI for your wellness and self-care journey?
If you haven’t yet started using AI for help at home, then you’re missing out on a lot. Especially, if you haven’t been using AI wellness tools!
AI saves you so much time and hassle—it speeds up your daily tasks, increases your productivity. Using AI for self-care make your wellness journey more purposeful and science based.
Also, all the advice you read about on the internet is very general… but what if you could gather all this knowledge and narrow it down to your unique and specific needs? That’s golden and that is how AI can help you.
Let me share with you 15 proven ways to use ChatGPT and AI to improve your self-care and wellness journey.
Why AI Can Be So Useful in Your Wellness Journey?
Targeting Your Specific Wellness Needs
The answer is simple—you can use AI for personalized wellness or for targeted wellness advice. AI can narrow down all the information out there to fit your specific situation.
AI can process thousands of scientific articles in a matter of seconds and target them specifically to your needs.
I will show you examples of how I use it, but I encourage you to personalize it for your own situation: Do you have allergies? Sensitive skin? Are you pregnant? Do you only have 10 minutes to accomplish a task at home?
Specify your situation when writing your prompt, and you’ll get a unique, tailored answer!
AI Saves You Time to Find a Specific Wellness Product or Brand
Imagine you’re looking for a non-toxic candle for your wellness evening. Traditionally, you would need to type the keywords into Google and sift through the brands that pop up.
But you can use AI for product recommendations. You can simply ask for specific brands and products! I’ve curated my skincare routine with ChatGPT, and my skin has never felt or looked better!
So, when you’re looking for a specific wellness brand, don’t waste time doing the research yourself! Use AI to find wellness brands based on your unique criteria.
Track Wellness Goals Progress and Stay Consistent with AI-Personalized Calendar
AI can help you stay accountable and consistent with your wellness goals easily. You can use AI to track wellness goals.
You can simply ask ChatGPT to create a day-by-day wellness journey plan and use AI for wellness tracking.
Again, be specific and list your preferences. AI tools can track your habits, celebrate milestones, and gently nudge you when you’re falling off track.
1. AI Can Help You Curate Your Unique Skincare
One of the things I did, which I’m so happy about, was ask AI for personalized skincare advice.
I must tell you, my skin has never felt or looked better! I’ve struggled with acne before, but once I discovered Japanese and Korean skincare, along with a few other tricks, I was able to get rid of my acne.
However, my skin went to the next level when I hired AI as my secret personal shopping assistant and incorporated AI skincare recommendations.
What I did was simple:
I watched videos from Dr. Stefani Kappel, a dermatologist who has her own skincare brand and clinic, and is passionate about anti-aging. I trust her knowledge and opinion.
In one of her videos, she explained exactly which ingredients in skincare products target specific skin conditions and issues. She even mentioned the exact peptides that should be in the ingredient list.
I took all of this information and added it to my prompt in ChatGPT.
My prompt looked like this:
“I am a 30-year-old woman with combination skin (drier on my cheeks and oilier in the T-zone), acne-prone, and sensitive. On top of this, I’m currently pregnant. I’m looking for skincare products that perform similarly to the MDaire line from Dr. Stefani Kappel. Can you find me Japanese and Korean products that meet my criteria on Yesstyle?”
ChatGPT found the best moisturizer I’ve ever tried for less than $30, and I’ve never gotten so many compliments on my skin!
So, I encourage you to do the same! Instead of searching forever on different websites and blog posts, you can ask ChatGPT to create your unique skincare routine with links to the products.
2. Wellness Journey with Your Diet: Nourish Your Body Smartly with AI
Do you have allergies? Do you want to target specific needs, like an alkalizing diet or a diet rich in iron?
There’s no need to be a professional dietician anymore—unless your condition is serious, in which case, please consult a doctor.
But for the most part, you can simply ask AI for personalized diet plans! AI can easily and quickly create a meal plan for you!
Imagine you want to incorporate more omega-3 fatty acids into your diet. Again, be specific and describe your unique situation.
Maybe you’re a student on a budget, or perhaps you have a very busy schedule with no time to cook for hours every day.
Describe your situation in your prompt and specify your goals. ChatGPT will create your own unique meal plan in no time!
3. Use AI For Personalized Workout Plans In Your Wellness Journey
Another fun way you can use AI in your wellness journey is by having it be your own personal coach! Simply use AI for personalized workout plans!
Describe your workout goals, and ask ChatGPT to create a workout plan for you.
Again, I strongly encourage you to do some quick research beforehand and paste it into ChatGPT for context, so AI can better understand your needs and to use AI in the best way for fitness coaching.
The next steps are simple: tell AI you want to incorporate yoga three times per week with your desired weekly schedule. It can even help you find specific videos, suggest specific coaches, or create custom workouts for you within the prompts.
Tell AI your condition and needs: Are you experiencing any pain? Are you working on toning your abs? Describe it, and get your own personalized workout plan in no time!
4. Improve Your Sleep with AI Tips on Your Wellness Journey
Sometimes, I like to ask AI for tips without first providing it with science or research of my own. One way you can incorprate AI in your wellness routine, is to ask AI wellness tips for better sleep.
Afterward, I still quickly verify with Google if what AI says is plausible, which I always encourage you to do. After all, even Google can be misleading if you don’t know how to use it properly.
Imagine you want to improve your sleep, which is crucial for your wellness and overall well-being. You can use AI for sleep improvement.
You can ask ChatGPT to create an evening routine that will help you get better sleep.
Did you know that you should avoid using your phone or even watching TV some time before bed if you want to improve your sleep? AI can provide you with that tip, along with other helpful advice.
5. Improve Your Mindset with AI for Your Wellness Journey
Mindset and your state of mind are just as important as the health of your body on your wellness journey. A healthy brain equals a healthy life.
ChatGPT can work almost like your personal therapist. First, you can describe how you’re feeling generally or on that specific day. Ask AI for mindset improvement tips. Tips on what you can change in your life or thinking to improve your mindset.
You can also ask for specific books or podcasts to help you improve your mindset. Ask AI for recommendations on people you should follow for inspiration.
AI For Mental Wellness
AI can even help you identify what you might be doing wrong. Maybe you need to clean up your social media. Perhaps you should slow down and focus on creating a more balanced lifestyle.
Additionally, AI can create specific meditation practices tailored to your unique needs and adjusted to your personal schedule. Just be sure to be specific when writing your prompts.
6. Wellness Evening Ideas With AI
One of the fun ways you can use ChatGPT is to ask AI for wellness evening planning tips and ideas. AI can plan outings or dates for you! I use it for this purpose often.
For example, I asked AI: “I have a free day tomorrow in X city. I want to take a walk somewhere around the city, but no further than 30 minutes from Y point. What can I do?”
AI will check the weather for you and can create the perfect little day date itinerary.
But you can also use AI to plan a self-care evening! Ask AI for movie ideas, snack suggestions, or which DIY face mask you can try to improve your skin.
7. Ask AI for DIY Recipes for Face Masks for Your Wellness Evenings
Another fun way to use ChatGPT for your wellness is to ask AI for personalized DIY face mask recipes for your self-care evening.
For example, the prompt I gave to ChatGPT was: “I am a 30-year-old woman planning a wellness evening. Please give me 3 DIY face mask recipes that actually work. I have combination skin—drier on the cheeks and oilier in the T-zone. I am pregnant and have acne-prone, sensitive skin.”
And here are my customized DIY face masks:
1. Calming Honey & Oat Mask
(Soothes sensitivity, hydrates dry areas, fights bacteria)
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 tablespoon finely ground oats (or oat flour)
- 1–2 teaspoons plain Greek yogurt (optional but great for extra hydration)
Why it works:
- Honey is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and pregnancy-safe
- Oats calm irritation and gently exfoliate
- Yogurt contains lactic acid to brighten without stripping moisture
How to use:
Mix all ingredients into a paste. Apply evenly and leave on for 10–15 minutes. Rinse gently with lukewarm water.
2. Balancing Clay & Aloe Mask
(Draws out impurities from oily T-zone, calms and soothes skin)
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon bentonite or kaolin clay (kaolin is milder)
- 1 tablespoon pure aloe vera gel (no added fragrance or alcohol)
- A few drops of water to thin, if needed
Why it works:
- Clay gently absorbs oil and cleans pores
- Aloe vera soothes inflammation and hydrates
- Safe and non-toxic for pregnancy
How to use:
Apply a thin layer, especially on your T-zone. Leave for 10–12 minutes (don’t let it dry out completely). Rinse with lukewarm water and moisturize afterward.
3. Nourishing Avocado & Cucumber Mask
(Hydrates dry areas, soothes redness, and gives a glow)
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mashed ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon grated cucumber (with juice)
- 1 teaspoon jojoba or olive oil (optional for extra moisture on cheeks)
Why it works:
- Avocado deeply nourishes dry skin
- Cucumber cools and reduces redness
- Jojoba oil mimics skin’s natural oils—non-comedogenic and pregnancy-safe
How to use:
Blend ingredients and apply to clean skin. Leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse and gently pat dry.
Tips for Use:
- Always patch-test a small area if you’re trying a new ingredient.
- Use lukewarm water to rinse; avoid hot water, which can irritate sensitive skin.
- Apply 1–2 times per week max to avoid overdoing it.
8. Create a Cozy Playlist for Your Wellness Evening with AI
If you’re planning a wellness soirée, one fun way to use AI is to have it plan the evening for you.
You can ask AI for wellness playlist! ChatGPT can create a complete evening program, including a cozy playlist, that you can relax to.
Again, just describe your plans, ask for advice, and let AI create the perfect playlist for you!
It saves time, and you might even discover some interesting songs you’ve forgotten about or haven’t come across before.
9. Use AI to Find Non-Toxic and Sustainable Wellness Products, Like Candles or Body Products
AI can be a great time-saver. I think many people don’t realize that it can also give you concrete product ideas, not just general advice.
For example, when I’m looking for a product but want it to meet certain criteria—like being clean, non-comedogenic, or organic—instead of researching each ingredient or company, I just ask ChatGPT to check it for me. So you can use AI for finding non-toxic wellness products!
I’ve used it, for instance, when buying newborn essentials that I wanted to be healthy and non-toxic. I even wrote a whole article about it here.
Recently, I learned that some candles can actually be toxic, so it’s important to pay attention to what they’re made of.
So, I hopped on ChatGPT and asked where I could buy non-toxic but affordable candles, based on my location and the ability to shop online.
You can even ask AI for local shop suggestions if you want to be even more eco-conscious!
10. Ask ChatGPT to Create Your Hair Care Routine
For me, the wellness journey is a combination of all aspects of life: your external appearance, your inner health, your mindset, and your lifestyle. And AI can help you in all of those areas.
One category that falls into both inner health and external appearance is your hair. I believe women often do too much to their hair, and they don’t let their true beauty shine through.
To me, the most beautiful color you can wear is your natural, unique one—the one you were born with! I prefer that over artificially dyed hair, which, unfortunately, becomes super dry over time. But, of course, this is just my preference.
If your hair has been colored for years, you may have different needs to keep it feeling soft and healthy-looking.
And here’s where AI comes in: just ask AI for personalized hair care. Use ChatGPT to create your unique haircare routine! Describe your current hair situation, your haircare goals, and ask for concrete product recommendations.
Here are the 10 tips that AI recommended for my unique hair situation:
- Limit Heat Styling (Especially Flat Irons and Curling Wands): Using high heat regularly can cause long-term damage, dryness, and frizz. If you must use heat, use a heat protectant spray and keep the temperature below 180°C (356°F).
- Rinse with Cold Water at the End: A cool rinse helps to seal the hair cuticle, which reduces frizz and adds shine. It also helps lock in moisture from conditioner.
- Use a Microfiber Towel or Cotton T-Shirt to Dry: Regular towels can rough up the cuticle and cause breakage or puffiness. Gently squeeze (don’t rub!) your hair to avoid frizz.
- Shampoo Only the Scalp, Not the Length: Shampoo is meant to clean the scalp, not the ends. Washing the full length too often can dry out your hair. Let the shampoo rinse through the lengths as you rinse it off.
- Use Conditioner on the Mid-Length to Ends Only: Avoid applying conditioner to the scalp unless it’s a scalp-specific treatment. Focus on moisturizing the dry areas to keep them soft and smooth.
- Don’t Brush Wet Hair Aggressively: Wet hair is more fragile. Use a wide-tooth comb or a detangling brush, starting from the ends and working your way up. Detangling gently prevents split ends and breakage.
- Use a Silk or Satin Pillowcase: Cotton pillowcases absorb moisture and create friction. Silk or satin helps prevent frizz, tangling, and breakage overnight.
- Avoid Overwashing Your Hair: Washing too often strips your natural oils. Aim for 2–3 times a week, depending on your scalp’s needs.
- Deep Condition Weekly or Bi-Weekly: A deep conditioning mask once a week can help with moisture, softness, and protection from humidity. Look for ingredients like glycerin, coconut oil, shea butter, or keratin.
- Protect Hair from Sun and Environmental Stress: UV rays can damage hair just like they do skin. Wear a hat or use UV-protection sprays, especially in summer or high humidity.
11. Ask AI for Hairstyle Ideas
If it were up to me, the only way I’d style my hair would be to have it down and curly. However, sometimes a little change is fun or necessary. With the recent heat waves, I really needed an updo or a way to style my hair that would keep me cool.
So, another great way to use AI is to use AI for personalized hairstyle recommendations. In your wellness journey is to ask it to recommend hairstyles based on your unique hair situation and personal preferences.
Just describe your current hair situation (are they long, short, do you have a fringe?), your goals (do you want to look feminine, or do you prefer your hair loose?), and the occasion (are you going on a date or heading to a sport class?).
You can even ask AI to send you links to videos that will help you learn how to do the hairstyle.
12. Use AI to Improve Your Nail Health in Your Wellness Journey
You’ve probably noticed by now that, for me, health equals wealth. I prefer to put makeup on healthy skin rather than cover my dry, acne-prone skin with more acne products. I believe in enhancing unique, healthy beauty, rather than covering up an unhealthy part of your body.
The same principle applies to nails. You can ask AI for personalized nail care routines. ChatGPT can create an easy-to-follow, healthy nail care routine tailored to you. It’s important that the routine is realistic for your lifestyle.
If you’re a busy mom, your time schedule will be very different from a student’s. Your responsibilities will also differ, and you might be using your hands more often when taking care of children at home. So, it’s important to mention this in your prompt so ChatGPT can give you a routine that you can actually stick to, rather than one you’ll abandon after a day.
I would also encourage you to ask AI for brand or product recommendations to keep your nails healthy. For example, I recently discovered a healthy French brand, Manucurist, which offers non-toxic nail polish that you can cure with a UV lamp. I liked it, although it doesn’t last as many days as they claim.
13. Wellness Movie Night Ideas from AI
Your wellness journey includes taking care of your mindset and mood, so don’t hesitate to treat yourself to a fun or relaxing movie night!
I don’t know about you, but for me, searching for a movie to watch often takes more time than actually watching the movie!
So, one useful way to incorporate AI into your wellness journey is to save time and ask AI for movie recommendations for relaxation and wellness!
Just describe the type of movie you want to watch and which websites or streaming platforms you have access to. AI will give you a curated list to help you enjoy your wellness movie night without the hassle of endless scrolling.
14. Ask AI for Healthy Mocktail Recipes for Your Wellness Evening
Wellness evenings can be both fun and healthy! I love inviting my friends over for a wellness soirée, and one thing I recently used AI for healthy mocktail recipes (hello, pregnancy)!
I’m super interested in health, so I wanted the mocktails to be both nutritious and delicious.
Here’s one that we really liked:
Citrus & Mint Cooler
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- Orange or lemon slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Muddle the mint leaves: In a glass or shaker, lightly muddle the mint leaves to release their flavor (you can use the back of a spoon or a muddler).
- Mix the citrus juices: In a separate glass, combine the freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices. If you want a bit of sweetness, stir in honey or agave syrup.
- Combine: Add the citrus juice mix into the muddled mint and fill the glass with ice cubes. Stir well.
- Top it off: Pour in the sparkling water or club soda to add some fizz and refreshment.
- Garnish: Add a few more fresh mint leaves and a slice of orange or lemon for a pretty touch.
- Serve: Stir again and enjoy!
15. Ask AI for Healthy Snack Recipes for Your Wellness Evening
Similar to the mocktail recipes I used for our wellness evening with friends, I also asked AI for healthy snack ideas!
This is one of many useful ways you can incorporate AI into your wellness journey. I hope this gives you more ideas on how to use AI—not just for work, but also for personal use.
I love AI because it saves me a lot of time and helps me come up with ideas I wouldn’t have otherwise considered. It can also incorporate research into the answers, which I find very useful.
Of course, I encourage you to double-check AI’s responses with your own logic—this should also apply to Google. In the end, we are responsible for our own wellness journey.
Conclusion
Thank you so much for reading! I really hope you found this article useful. I love AI and use it every day to help with my daily tasks. What do you think about artificial intelligence? Do you believe it will do more good or harm to society? Are you using it in your daily life — and if so, how?
