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14 Holiday Gifts For The Mind, Body and Soul

These products can help you relieve stress, from bath salts to scented candles.
14 Holiday Gifts For The Mind, Body and Soul
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By Larry Stansbury · Updated December 31, 2023
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As the holiday season approaches, it is essential to prioritize taking care of ourselves. This time of the year can be overwhelming due to our busy schedules and unexpected events that we may not know how to handle. Therefore, it’s important to take a moment to focus on our well-being and invest in a small self-care treat for ourselves. 

Self-care is essential for our overall well-being, and it’s crucial to find ways to reduce stress and relax our minds, bodies, and souls. Sometimes, a thoughtful gift can work wonders in calming our nerves, especially if someone we know is going through a tough time. While there are various products available in the market that address specific needs, a gift that helps promote overall wellness can be a valuable addition to anyone’s self-care routine. 

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for someone special or even yourself? Look no further as I have gathered the best options that are sure to help you start the new year on the right foot.

01
01 Yankee Candle Balsam & Cedar Scented Candle
Yankee Candle’s scent will transport you outdoors. Available at www.amazon.com
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02
02 Sephora Rose Quartz Facial Roller
Take all the puffiness from your face away with this rose quartz roller. Available at www.sephora.com
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03
03 L’Occitane Almond Softening Body Wash and Cream Trio
L’Occitane always offers the best gifts, and this set with its almond scent will leave you wanting to take multiple showers a day. Available at www.sephora.com
44 Shop Now
04
04 La Chatelaine Shea Hand Care Gift Set
Our hands are delicate and this gift set will leave them clean and scented with shea butter. Available at lachatelainebeauty.com
64 Shop Now
05
05 Saltair Body Holiday Gift Set
If you’re looking for an affordable option, consider a body wash set. Not only will it help you stick to your budget, but it also costs less than $10. It’s a great way to save money and still feel clean and refreshed. Available at www.target.com
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06
06 Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Jet Set
This cult-favorite jet set includes the best-selling bum cream that will make your friends or family dream on their next vacation. Available at www.sephora.com
30 Shop Now
07
07 TZEAFDC 3 Pack Wood Therapy Massage Tools
If you’ve seen celebs like Tracee Ellis Ross doing at-home lymphatic drainage massages, you can too with these massage tools. Available at www.amazon.com
20 Shop Now
08
08 Herbivore Botanical Bath Ritual Soak + Soften Set
Practice gratitude while taking a bath with this ritual set that includes body polish, oil, and salts. Available at www.herbivorebotanicals.com
44 Shop Now
09
09 Elemis The Prep, Prime & Glow Gift
This set from a skincare brand loved by celebrities will prepare, prime and bring out the best in your skin. Available at us.elemis.com
85 Shop Now
10
10 Amazon Basics 1/2-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Mat
For those striving for Lori Harvey’s level by taking Pilates, a yoga mat is recommended for meditation and stretches. Available at www.amazon.com
20 Shop Now
11
11 Papier Wellness Journal
Journaling is a form of expression. This wellness journal will have you do weekly and monthly check-in with yourself. Plus, you can personalize it with your initials. Available at www.papier.com
28 Shop Now
12
12 Cozy Earth Long Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set
This elegant pajama set will make you not want to get out of bed thanks to how comfy they feel. Available at cozyearth.com
195 Shop Now
13
13 Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks
These cult-favorite eye masks fade away those dark circles and hyperpigmentation around the eyes. Available at www.sephora.com
17 Shop Now
14
14 Jade Leaf Matcha Traditional Starter Set
Matcha has a ton of benefits for the body. This set will turn you into a tea person. Available at www.amazon.com
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