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Tue Dec 10 2024

Self-care generates billions. But is it just retail therapy?

Holiday shoppers carry bags as they walk along a busy shopping street.

Consumers may mistake retail therapy for self-care, but it doesn't address their emotional needs, experts say, it just leads to unnecessary spending.

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