Today is a day to give a gift – to you!
We’ve all been taught not to be selfish or self-centered. That’s a good thing. But at the same time, we should take care of ourselves.
Self-care is important. We have to be at our best if we are going to give our best to other people. We need to be in top shape to be parents, to be a good employee, and to feel healthy.
This is your lucky day because we have put a fantastic list together to help you take better care of yourself, your other half, or a friend.
Explore our curated selection of self-care gifts, and celebrate you!
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Self Care Gifts for Men
While many men appreciate the finer things in life, they don’t often take the time to actually go out and buy those things for themselves.
The best self care gifts for men include:
- Beard grooming kits
- Shaving cream or beard oil
- Quality bathrobe
- Cologne
- Electric massager
- Dopp kit (toiletry bag)
- Body oil
- Journal
- Good sheets
- Coffee mug care package
- Travel mugs
- Classic literature
- Water bottles
- Home gym accessories
- Beer of the Month Club
- Beef Jerky Flower Bouquet
Self Care Gifts for Women
Females are more likely to have pampering products, but here’s the thing: They actually use them, and therefore use them up.
So you can go one of two routes with a self-care gift for her. On the one hand, you can try to find a unique self care gift that she doesn’t already have. If you succeed, she’ll love it!
The other strategy is to lean in to the fact that she can’t have too many candles, oils, creams, lotions, bath bombs, scrubs, coffee mugs, or specialty teas.
Here are some thoughtful ideas for her:
- Scented candles
- Bath oils, salts, and bombs
- Facial masks
- Premium makeup brushes
- Aromatherapy oils and diffusers
- Workout clothes
- Quality stationery and pens
- Art supplies
- Plants (especially succulents)
- Spa or massage gift cards
- Planners and calendars
- Anything warm and cozy
As you think through what he or she might appreciate, scroll through our list of ideas to further inspire your gift giving!
Best Self Care Gifts
Check out these creative ideas to set someone special on the path to wellness.
1. Meditation Set
Meditation is good for the soul – and a comfortable meditation set like this one helps you get into that perfect Zen mode.
The Zafu and Zabuton Natural Meditation Set is filled with certified eco-friendly buckwheat hulls in natural linen.
The mat and pillow will allow you to sit comfortably in any position. These accessories will take your meditation to the next level.
2. My Wellness Journal
Keep your thoughts in line by writing in your daily journal. Pages of prompts will help you along the way as you explore wellness in your mind and body.
A also journal makes a wonderful gift for that special one you are thinking about today. It’s a great self-help tool.
For someone who might not need the prompts, consider a personalized leather journal.
3. Healthy House Plants
The O2 for You Clean Air Plant Collection is the most efficient plant to filter indoor pollutants. According to NASA studies, these plants allow you to breathe clean air in your homes and office.
Make your home or office more inviting and alive by adding some greenery. Plants are the perfect way to add a pop of color and vibrancy to any décor and setting.
4. Mini Mindful Moments Candles
Light these sweet little candles each evening, then take the time to turn off your phone and TV, settle in with your thoughts, and reflect.
These wee beeswax candles smell delightful and will bring you back to a simpler time.
5. 100 Things to Do for Your Wellbeing
Like the classic question, “what do you want to do today?” practicing your own wellbeing and mindfulness takes some direction! This great self-care poster will take the guesswork out of taking care of yourself and your mental health.
6. Mental Health Affirmation Cards
A 100% recycled deck of mental health affirmation cards will help you practice positive affirmations.
When you practice positive affirmations, you have the ability to change your day-to-day perceptions. Stay positive, grow, and be healthy.
7. Bedtime Shower Steamers
These shower steamers have a heavenly lavender scent. They will give you a relaxing night of well-earned rest.
You will be able to wash away the stress and anxiety of the day giving way to relaxation and good sleep. The lavender is very soothing and you will enjoy the experience it provides.
8. Personalized Plush Robe
Made from the finest Turkish twist cotton, these personalized robes are absolutely luxurious. Indulgence is the perfect word to describe what you’ll be feeling when this robe is wrapped around you.
You can personalize your self care robe with initials or names.
9. Jar of Strength
A jar of strengthening affirmations… we could all use one. With this jar, you will receive 50 positive quotes that remind you of your inherent worth and untapped potential!
Pull out one a day, or whenever you may need a little boost. These quotes are printed on high-quality card stock, able to be used again and again.
10. Pocket Hug
With or without the keychain (but it’s so cute — how can you resist?) this pocket hug is an easy and inexpensive way to show you care. Adorable and simple, it’s a minimalist’s dream.
Such a lovely little reminder when life gets you down or gets too busy, you can simply slow your pace and feel the love.
11. Shiatsu Foot Massager
Enjoy a complete foot, ankle, and calf massage with the shiatsu foot massager. A deep kneading massage is perfect for the aches and pains that can set in during the day.
Soothe away the day with a relaxing massage. Sit down. Sit back. And enjoy.
12. Plush PJ Set
A plush, hand-made polyester cotton blend cardigan pairs perfectly with a set of plush PJ’s for the ultimate relaxation.
These jammies are wonderful to relax in and a must-have. Take a break from the rat race, relax with a glass of wine in front of the fire, and take care of yourself.
13. Skin Food: Natural Self Care Products Made from Food!
“Healthy skin starts with food.” Nourish your skin with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are found in Skin Food!
Organically grown ingredients and eco-friendly, sustainable growing methods make up the backbone of Skin Food. Make this healthy lifestyle choice and enjoy the best skincare products you will ever use.
14. Relax & Getaway
When done right, vacations are the best way to unwind, relax, and have some time for yourself.
With Giftory, you are able to pick a destination anywhere in the world – from the United States to the Netherlands to anywhere else. Choose a weekend getaway to celebrate “you” or take a longer vacation and simply enjoy.
Giftory is the leader in “experience” gifts. Give the gift of self-care to a loved one. It’s a vacation they will remember for a lifetime.
Related: Best Gifts for Travelers
15. Therapy Face Masks
Ballon Blanc Therapy Facial Mask is simply the epitome of relaxing self-care. This comforting sheet mask set is infused with all-natural ingredients.
Use the mask before you apply night cream and feel the difference every morning. Your skin will be toned, moisturized, and rejuvenated.
16. Luxury Candles
Fernweh candles take you on a journey. You can escape to France, the Pacific Islands, or even to a peaceful Mediterranean garden.
Escape, explore, and enjoy.
17. Weighted Blanket
This luxurious, weighted blanket is what he’s always needed but just didn’t know about. Weighted blankets are designed to promote deep, healthy sleep cycles for optimal rest.
It has a removable, washable cover and the blanket is available in three sizes and weights. Choose from several cover fabric options to suit his tastes best.
18. Relaxing Teas
Tea is well-known for it’s healthy properties. With subtle and diverse flavors from tea leaves that are harvested from all over the world – you can unwind and enjoy, knowing you are sipping the best with Tea Forte.
A detailed tea menu is included to make it easy to blend your own flavors. Enjoy a steaming hot cup of relaxation. If you need a pot, we recommend this one for loose leaves!
19. Take Time & Learn a New Hobby
Certain hobbies, like painting and knitting, are very popular for how relaxing they can be. Take a moment to learn a new hobby, and a little about yourself, with professionals on Udemy.
Udemy is a great way to learn “online.” With over 155,000 courses to choose from it will be easy for you to expand your career opportunities. Study from home at your own pace. Take courses from design to music and beyond.
20. Self Care Checklist
Santa isn’t the only one who makes lists and checks them twice! This great self care checklist will keep you on track each day with the things that you KNOW make your life smoother and less chaotic.
Whether you fill it up with walking the dog, praying, reading, cooking, or whatever floats your relaxation boat — it’s all up to you!
21. Treat Yo’ Self
What is your favorite thing to do? Go to the movies? Have a massage? How about a shopping spree?
It doesn’t matter what your favorite past-time is, take the time to do it! You work hard, and you deserve some downtime. Take a day and DELIGHT!
It’s hard to work on some self-care and self-love. But after looking over our list of fun and soothing ideas, hopefully, you will work something in.
You take care of everyone and everything else; your family, your home, your job and so much more. Now it’s time for you! Relax and delight in some self-care!
Best Stress Relief Gifts
We all know what it’s like to have to deal with stress. But how we deal with stress is important. These little comforts can go a long way by simply showing how much you care.
22. Silk Bed Sheets
Mulberry Silk bed sheets are all the rage for a reason (or three)! They give you some much needed and much appreciated coziness, soothing your ruffled feathers, calming your stressed out thoughts, and they are proven to help you catch some zzzs.
This one checks all those boxes, so it’s a no-brainer if you’ve been thinking about trying one out for yourself.
23. Noise Canceling Headphones
Block out the pesky day to day noise of life along with the hustle and bustle with a great pair of noise canceling headphones. You can totally zen out over your favorite podcasts, music or audio books, and wait for your stress to melt away.
Here are some options to try:
24. Deep Breathing Mindfulness Pendant
When it comes to deep breathing and mindfulness, sometimes we need a daily reminder. We often need something that is touchable, too.
This beautiful pendant does those things, all while looking gorgeous at the same time! Why not treat yourself to this lovely gift? You’ll be glad you did.
25. The Mindfulness Journal
Journaling is so helpful to ease your stress, connect your thoughts, work through what is bothering you, and cancel out the noise of the world around you.
This great mindfulness journal does all those things and more! With considerate prompts and creamy pages, ideas and quotes, you’ll want to write in it every day. One of our favorite self care gifts!
26. Forest Bathing
Never heard of forest bathing? Well, we have a treat in store for you then! This ancient practice brings nature and specifically trees to the front and center. There is a reason why people who hike, camp, and hug trees are categorically happier!
27. Meditation Tuning Necklace
What is the “Love Frequency,” you may ask? Well, it’s the 528hz frequency which this groundbreaking necklace will provide! Easy to use anywhere and anytime, this flute necklace will calm and ground you when you need it most.
28. Fitness Watch
Help encourage them toward being active with this great Fitbit watch! It’s been long known that physical activity can do wonders for not just the body, but also the mind and spirit.
According to ADAA, exercise releases endorphins which then affect the body by reducing stress, improving sleep, and acting as natural painkillers.
29. Bake Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s nothing like baking to soothe the nerves and calm the mind (and tummy!). And when you’re done you get to eat the rewarding results. Maybe you’ll share, maybe you won’t… we won’t tell. This yummy recipe will fill your belly with cookies and your house with the scent of chocolate chips, butter, and sugar.
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30. Maybe Swearing Will Help Coloring Book
I mean, it can’t hurt, right? This funny coloring book will make you laugh, but will also help you relax and unwind after a long, hard day! Pair it with some great markers or colored pencils and Bob’s your uncle!
31. Deep Tissue Body Massager
Get those kinks and knots out with a great deep tissue body massager like this one! Moms are always doing the heavy lifting — quite literally — so taking care of her/your body is important. Don’t miss this step when it comes to self-care.
32. Giving Heart Weighted Pillow
It really does feel like a hug… This sweet giving heart weighted pillow will be perfect for snuggling up to, and it’s really wonderful after a C-section. The only thing cuter is that new baby!
33. Shower Steamers
You don’t have to spend a lot to feel like a million bucks! These energizing, scented shower steamers are an easy way to take some time out for yourself. They transform your ho-hum, everyday shower experience into something that will be the best part of your whole day!
34. 5-4-3-2-1 Sticker
What’s this little sticker for exactly? It reminds you to take in 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste!
These things help ground you in the present moment each and every day. Put it somewhere you can see it on the daily!
35. Mini Zen Gardens
Put this mini zen garden on your office desk, on your nightstand, or at your kitchen table and use it to soothe and center yourself as needed. It’s a cute and sweet little addition that will stand in as a work of art, a piece of nature, and a much needed break.
Self-Care Gifts for Mental Health
What do you spend your time thinking about? Thoughts powerfully direct our attitudes and actions, and our ability to cope with the ups and downs of everyday life. Here are some gifts to support your friend’s mental health.
36. Stop Overthinking
Just a little reminder for those of us (*raises hand*) who can’t accept the easiest way to get anywhere when it comes to our thoughts! Nope, we have to reroute back to ‘92 when we did that thing that was so embarrassing and we just know everyone still remembers and oh hey, remember that other thing…!
If this is you too, this little book is a real gem. It gives you umpteen (okay, 23) techniques to stop wandering through gray matter and dwell on more important things.
37. Worry for Nothing Journal
Take steps today to improve your mental health! The title alone has us grinning because it’s so true. Worry does nothing to improve your life or make you feel happier or more fulfilled.
Filled with prompts and exercises, this little journal might actually change your life. An exaggeration? We think not!
38. Who Are You Self-Discovery Cards
We spend so much time on others, helping them discover their true and authentic selves, that sometimes we lose our own sense of discovery! These great cards are great for answering with friends and family — but they’re also wonderful for reading and answering by yourself.
Get to know who you really are, rediscover what you really love, and come out refreshed and energized.
39. Mindfulness Dice
Take charge of your own mindfulness and your own mental health with this amazing set of dice! With each roll, you’ll challenge yourself (in a good way, not an intimidating way) to make today the best day it can possibly be.
40. Monthly Pill Organizer
Effective pill management is just a snap away.
With Ellie’s pill organizer, you can sort your pills in just seconds, and receive notifications whenever it is time to take your pills. You can relax as this system keeps track and makes sure you take your medication.
A great way to stay healthy and keep your medications straight and on time.
41. Chakra Healing Book
Within all of us, there are seven forceful centers of energy called chakras. This book will put you on the path to healing pain, allergies, indigestion, headaches, exhaustion, and even emotional turmoil.
Find out the power of balancing your chakras to help you heal and feel your absolute best.
42. Mental Health Illustrated Activity Cards
Shuffle the deck and take care of yourself, all at once! These pretty cards aren’t just your average Joes. They’re perfectly designed to help you deal with whatever emotions you are currently experiencing, and help guide you to journal and draw those emotions out.
43. DIY Art Therapy: How to Paint for Self-Care
Painting is a time honored way to relax and get your mind and thoughts off of the stresses of everyday life. You don’t have to be an expert either! Everyone (even Michelangelo) started somewhere. Along with this video, here are some tools to help get you started:
44. Little Reminders Coasters
These cute coasters aren’t just functional, they’re useful for your mental well-being as well! No water rings, AND a reminder to take it easy? How can you not love it? A great gift for a friend or for yourself.
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45. Mood Cards
Daily habits that are actually good for you? Yes, please! These moon cards are just the thing for keeping in your bag, in your glove compartment to ward off road rage, or on your coffee table for all to use and enjoy.
10. Here for You Care Package
We could all use a self-care package once in a while. Pamper yourself (or your friends) with bath salts, shower steamers, candles, and more.
There are even some sweet treats to add to this pamper package. There is nothing for you to do but enjoy.
Related: Thoughtful “Get Well Soon” Gifts
Pampering Self-Care Gift Ideas
How about a little pampering? Sometimes it’s just the thing to take care of yourself, and enjoy it.
47. Eye Massager
If you’re feeling twitchy over that situation at work, the state of politics, the world we live in, your teenagers — this eye massager is here to rescue you! We can feel the calming and soothing heat and hear the bluetooth music from here… Ahh.
48. Aromatherapy Diffuser
Aromatherapy has a fan base for all the right reasons: it lifts our moods, calms us down, and fills our homes or offices with a pleasing and soothing scent. We love this cute diffuser that brings to mind the beauty of nature and all of its healing properties.
49. Slip Silk Pillowcase
This mulberry silk pillowcase does way more than you might think it could! Silk is great for both your skin (smoothes out those wrinkles) and your hair, too (especially for us curly girls). You’ll love drifting off to the Land of Nod each and every night when you have a set of these soft and silky pillowcases.
50. Chocolate Subscription
If you’re a chocoholic, stop fighting it already. Good, high-quality chocolate is nothing to be ashamed of. This yummy and decadent chocolate subscription will bring you the utmost joy and delight each and every time it arrives. Just go for it!
51. Copper Cow Coffee
Ahhhh, the elixir of the gods! Or something along those lines. Coffee isn’t just a treat or a self-care indulgence — we’re here to say it’s a total necessity! This yummy brew from Copper Cow coffee might just rock your world.
Put that supermarket blend back on the shelf, and reach for this instead. You’ll be so glad you did!
52. Flowers Every Month
It’s easy to lose yourself as a mom. So much to do, so little time for yourself!
Having flowers delivered and sitting front and center on the kitchen table or nightstand does so much to help lift your mood.
If flowers and nature are your love language, this flower subscription will mean so much.
53. Rose Turkish Delights
If your sweet tooth knows no bounds, they’ll fall head-over-heels for these rose-flavored Turkish delights. I have had these, and they taste just like roses!
Perfect for those who love trying delicate treats or already have a love for Turkish Delights.
54. Gel Nail Polish Kit
Feeling pretty when you have spit-up on your shirt, you didn’t have time to shower, or those maternity pants are still being worn six months postpartum—well, that can be tough!
Having your nails looking beautiful and trendy is a real mood lifter! And gel polishes dry in a flash, meaning if Baby wakes up early from his nap, you still won’t smudge.
55. Time to Relax Gift Set
This rose scented gift set is like a spa in your bathroom! The flower scent will fill your tub and your senses as you submerge yourself in total pampering.
Even if all you take is thirty minutes (or you stay in until you’re prune-y and the water is cold), this set will transport you to a paradise in your own tub.
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56. Comfortable, Silk Clothes
Staying in? Going out? It doesn’t matter, because you’ll feel like a million bucks in comfortable silk or cashmere clothing! You feel better when you’re comfortable and when you look good, so these delightful and beautiful options will do wonders for your mental health.
Related: Warm & Cozy Gift Ideas
57. Just Breath Eucalyptus Spa Set
Just breathe…This eucalyptus spa set is a joy for the senses. All the senses! Breathe in the calming and energizing scents, as you take care of your body and mind.
Can you be calm and energized at the same time? Mmm, yeah. We think so.
58. Hair Masks & Treatments
It’s a go-to for a reason: ice cold and creamy, filled with nuts and fruits—or however you like it—ice cream can’t be beat.
Treat yourself to ice cream that tastes as amazing as it sounds—and it comes right to your door!
60. Cold Face Reusable Face Mask
Feeling puffy? Hot and bothered? Annoyed? Stressed? Do you have a face? If you answered yes to any of these then you need this cold face reusable face mask! Take care of your beautiful face — you deserve it.
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