In the ultimate quest for inner beauty and outer radiance, Marie Claire asked some of her favorite trailblazers to share their secrets for finding balance in their busy lives. Published in Beauty Inside & Out.

Spark Joy. Who would have guessed that the phrase would become synonymous with cleaning out your sock drawer?" or that the tidying expert would gain international celebrity, become a New York Times bestselling author (opens in new tab), and be named to Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People" list (opens in new tab), and an Emmy nomination for a show about closet decluttering (opens in new tab). (Not Marie Kondo, a 36-year-old mother of two and the unassuming force behind the frenzied tidying up. Originally from Tokyo and now living in Los Angeles, Kondo values her connection to her surroundings: "Recharging in nature has always been a source of joy for me. When I go back to Japan, I enjoy forest bathing and visiting hot springs. And I prioritize daily rituals that allow me to honor myself: the first thing I do every day is open the window to let the fresh air in." Fresh off the launch of the Container Store x KonMari (opens in new tab) collaboration, Kondo says, "I'm always looking for ways to improve my self-care rituals, further self-care rituals and comforting recipes to help you find peace in the moment.

Tuning Forks and Clear Quartz Crystals Tuning forks are one of my favorite self-care tools. The sound that tuning forks make is so pure that listening to it is calming and reassuring. When I started cleaning up as a full time job, I quickly learned how demanding the work was. The vibrations of the tuning fork's sound have a subtle healing power that resets me. Throughout the day, I hold the tuning fork against my crystal to pinpoint the source of my stress and to center myself. If I am uncomfortable or preoccupied, the pure tone of the tuning fork reveals what is bothering me. It doesn't get rid of the problem, but by understanding the cause of the anxiety, I can adjust my energy and my behavior."

No. 21 Aorashi Matcha (open in new tab) "I try to take breaks throughout the day, especially when I am working on the computer. A cup of tea helps me to quiet my mind and refresh myself. I don't always have time for a tea ceremony, but brewing a cup of loose-leaf tea is a satisfying ritual in itself."

Japanese Incense "Morning meditation sets the tone for the day, and incense burning is a special part of my practice. This clever incense, which is lit like a match, burns for about 10 minutes and serves as a quick but impactful meditation timer."

Amayori Hinoki Onsen Essential Oil "The non-toxic plant-based fragrance purifies the air and brightens the room. Diffuse essential oil even before going to bed. For a subtle fragrance, put a few drops in a small pile of salt, then write down what you are grateful for or list things that brought you joy during the day."

Luxurious Yuzu Hand Cream 'It is light yet moisturizes well. The pleasant scent of yuzu is uplifting and makes me feel like I'm getting a petit spa treatment."

Japanese Onsen Saru Onsen Soak This salt is rich in minerals and magnesium, and it soothes tired muscles. Add a tablespoon of it to your nightly bath or put some on your head and rinse off in the shower, and you will feel invigorated. It washes away the day's fatigue and warms my body. This ritual is an essential part of my wellbeing."

Organic Finnish Pineapple Lip Balm 'The ingredients and packaging of this lip balm spark joy. It is all organic, vegan, natural, and comes in a one-of-a-kind pineapple jar. "

Bincho Charcoal Body Scrub Towel "Charcoal is used to purify water and air and to season cooked rice. This towel blends ultra-fine particles of binchotan powder with soft cotton to gently remove impurities and excess oil from the skin."