Happy happy holidays, ladies!
Wellness, Well-Being, Self-Care – whatever you like to call it, taking care of ourselves is BIG. Especially this year when let’s be honest – taking extra good care of our personal mental, physical, emotional and spiritual state is more important than ever. Truth.
Whether it’s learning about the latest supplements, meditation, aromatherapy or items to help de-stress your life, most everyone wants a wellness gift or two this holiday season! Wellness gifts are the perfect way to show those you love that you’re thinking of them – and that it’s not only OK for them to take time for themselves, it is VITAL.
Some of my personal faves…. Hmmm, definitely bath bombs, collagen peptides that I add to my morning latte and a few pieces of home workout equipment to help stave off stress and anxiety. That’s what self-care is all about.
These choices are so fun and inspiring – you may find yourself buying 2 of everything. One for you, one for a friend.
Take a Deep Breath & Shop Our Top 25 Wellness Picks.
PURECHIMP Matcha green tea
Whether you love your matcha latte iced or hot – it’s really the perfectly healthy way to start your day. A Healthy Superfood – matcha is rich in antioxidants, helps boost metabolism and is great source of natural energy and mental clarity. PURECHIMP brand tastes delicious – and is ceremonial grade, the highest quality of matcha!
OUAI Chill Pills, Bath Bombs
The ultimate self-care night tool! Super cute name and packaging, the Ouai Chill Pills are a jasmine-and-rose-scented bath bomb, infused with yummy luxurious oils to moisturize, nurture, and soothe the skin.
LARQ Self-Cleaning Water Bottle
Hydration is so vital for the health of our skin, body and well-being and this self-cleaning water bottle makes it easier to stay on track with daily hydration goals.
BENEVOLENCE, Sandalwood & Rose Relaxation Candle
An aromatherapy candle that’ll slow your roll, pronto. Sandalwood relaxes and soothes the mind, while Rose brings about a sense of balance and harmony. Soy candles calm the nerves and relieve anxiety, making them the best stress-relieving candles. Use for insomnia, meditation and mood-boosting aromatherapy.
My Esthetician uses Rose Quartz to help release tension in the face, drain lymphatic fluid and stimulate circulation. I use the KORA Rose Quartz at home with a beauty oil, for a nightly glowing-skin DIY! This pic is un-retouched.
KORA Rose Quartz Facial Sculptor
SO relaxing after a long day. Gently drag the cool rose quartz healing stone over tense jaws, cheekbones, forehead & feel the tension of the day melt away. Stimulates circulation to promote a youthful glow.
THERAGUN Deep Tissue Massager
Nothing says “I love me,” like a great workout, healthy dinner and hot bath followed by a deep tissue massage to release muscle tension. Going for a full-body massage isn’t always practical (especially now), so this intensive Theragun Deep Tissue Massager is the perfect solution for muscle relief. You’ll sleep like a baby.
YnM Weighted Blanket
If you’ve never heard of, or tried a Weighted Blanket – you’re in for a calming treat! Weighted blankets are a natural way to help decompress and calm your body by “earthing” or “grounding” (pushing the body down), for a much needed night of restful, re-charging beauty sleep! The blankets also simulate deep pressure touch a type of therapy that uses firm, hands-on pressure to reduce chronic stress and high levels of anxiety.
JO MALONE Wood Sage & Sea Salt Spritz
Traveling can really wear you out. I love spritzing on a little something fresh and ocean-y, like Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt cologne. Try spritzing a little onto your pillow & sheets before going to bed. It’s amazing!
MOON JUICE Magnesi-Om Unstressing Drink
This is such a cool company, and I love their product line. Moon Juice, based in Venice, CA is a line of adaptogenic supplements, skincare and functional foods made with potent, pure, sustainable ingredients to promote vitality and clarity.
The Magnesi-Om powder helps restore balance on a cellular level to reduce stress, ease irritability, fatigue and promote relaxation & brain health. Easy to use – just mix it into water, coffee, tea, smoothies, morning oatmeal – anything!
HERBAVORE BOTANICALS Defuff & Glow
Treat yourself to soothing anti-inflammatory and antibacterial facial oils that help reduce redness and regenerate the skin. Use the soothing jade roller to press them into the skin, relieving pressure and relaxing face muscles.
I have a really hard time drinking enough water. Truth. Infusing a pitcher with my favorite fruits makes it way easier. I love the design of the PRODYNE which keeps fruit in its place while infusing your water with fresh flavor!
PRODYNE Fruit Infusion Pitcher
I’ve always disliked drinking water. Yes, I know it’s important for great skin and helping our organs to function properly, but I’ve always had a hard time drinking my 64-oz in a day. That’s why I love this fruit infusion pitcher by Prodyne. Just plop your favorite fruits into the center console and let it gently turn boring water, into Spa Water!
BOSE Sleep Buds Noise Masking
Sleep buds, not headphones! Using innovative noise masking technology – not noise cancelling, these little gems deliver relaxing sounds to help you fall asleep and stay asleep all night. Worth their weight in gold.
FOUR SIGMATIC Cacao, Mushroom & Reishi Calming Drink
Perfect for bedtime! Calming and relaxing, Reishi mushrooms have been shown to help support sleep, and occasional stress relief. Don’t worry – it tastes rich and chocolately, not like mushrooms. Make it your new nightly ritual. It’s like getting a hug from a warm, fuzzy blanket.
OLLY Stress Gummies
Ohmmmmm. Bring a little Zen to your day with easy to take OLLY stress gummies. They have unique blend of GABA to promote relaxation & combat stress, plus lemon balm to sooth and quiet the mind.
My Esthetician turned me onto this brand. 1 Scoop of Collagen Peptides in my coffee every morning – that’s my ritual! It’s completely tasteless, and supports skin hydration & elasticity. Love!
FURTHER FOOD Collagen Peptides
A scoop every morning in my latte and one in an afternoon smoothie is a no-brainer for my beauty and wellness regime. Collagen peptides revitalize hair, skin & nails, plus works to support bone and joint health. Dissolves easily and is totally tasteless, in a good way ;-).
VITRUVI Essential Oil Diffuser
Essential oil diffusers are an easy way to chill, relax and unwind after a long day. Inspired by intentional living, this handcrafted diffuser by Vitruvi is the perfect way to infuse your bedroom, bathroom, office or living space with mood-enhancing scents.
VIBE Vibrating Back Roller
A day of hunching over my laptop, or an extra hard workout can really irk my back. This vibrating foam roller is the bomb! I just choose 1 of 4 vibration levels to either loosen up tightened muscles or deep dive into trigger point therapy. Use it on your back, legs, glutes – anywhere that feels tight, sore or in need of muscle relief.
Golden Milk Antioxidant Drink with Tumeric & Ginger
If you haven’t tried Golden Milk, you must! Known throughout Asia as “liquid gold,” Golden Milk is a non-dairy drink rich in antioxidant ingredients of Turmeric and Ginger. Made with Organic ingredients including Coconut MCT, Black Pepper, Organic Spices & Turmeric – just add hot water or milk, stir and enjoy!
I personally use the MANDUKA Extra Thick Yoga Mat. IMO, it’s the best. Whether I’m doing yoga or filming a workout for my YouTube channel – you’ll see me on my favorite MANDUKA mats.
MANDUKA Extra Thick Yoga Mat
A good, thick, non-slip yoga mat serves as the foundation for every home-workout warrior. I use mine for cardio & strength training as well as yoga. Manduka is one of the very best, and my personal favorite!
LORNA JANE Jogger Pants
Loving these jogger pants by Lorna Jane. Cozy enough for lounging around the house, yet super cute for bopping around town all casual-like, with a pair of white sneakers and a pony!
Sage Smudging Kit, Energy Balancing
Sage-ing, is an ancient method of balancing the energy of your space, by washing away negative energy, and replacing it with positive energy that radiates throughout your entire space. I love this particular kit, because it comes with everything you need – 2 bundles of sage, abalone shell, feather and complete (easy) instructions.
SABON Lavender Apple Body Scrub
A long, hot soak while gently exfoliating with NYC based Sabon’s Lavender-Apple scrub. Can you feel the tension melting away already? A decadent body scrub that leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and silky – and it smells absolutely amazing.
Breathable Bath Pillow
A luxurious soak in the tub requires a glass of wine and a nice, cushy pillow to cradle your little head, amiright? This one doesn’t disappoint. Thick and cushion-y, it cradles and supports your head, neck & shoulders so you can truly chill. Air-mesh & dries fast so it’s already for tomorrow night.
Snuggly Sherpa Pull-over
All things “Sherpa” are hot right now. Snuggly, warm and super easy to wear – I love this for cold early mornings walking the dogs, to-and-from the gym or yoga studio, or just bopping around on the weekend. Plus, pockets!! Love.
Cooling Gel Eye Mask, Soothe, Refresh, De-Puff
Sometimes my eyes feel red, itchy and puffy – especially around allergy season. I can’t tell you how good it feels to lay down for 20-minutes with this cooling eye mask, fresh from the freezer. It’s got a band that wraps around your head to hold it in place, plus eye holes so you can easily read or watch TV while it does its thing.
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Happy holidays!
